City of Onalaska, Wisconsin
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
Onalaska, Wisconsin — located in La Crosse County. Mobile food vendors are licensed through La Crosse County Health Department (DATCP agent). A Wisconsin food establishment license and licensed service base are required.
Wisconsin mobile food vendors are licensed by DATCP or a local DATCP agent health department. In this area: La Crosse County Health Department (DATCP agent). A licensed service base is required, and your unit must return every 24 hours. Out-of-state food licenses do not transfer — a separate Wisconsin license is required.
Official source locatedVerified Apr 2026
Permit requirements
Operating permitRequired — apply before operating
CountyLa Crosse County
Who Regulates
Health
La Crosse County Health Department (Local Health Department)
608-785-9872Official site \u2192
Official Resources
Additional Notes
Apply through La Crosse County Health Department. Service base required per ATCP 75.07(2).
What to Do Next
- Obtain a Wisconsin food establishment license through La Crosse County Health Department
- Secure a licensed service base (commissary) in Wisconsin
- Check Onalaska for any local business permit or zoning requirements
- Plan for the 24-hour return rule — your unit must return to base daily
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.
Online permit applications for Onalaska are not yet available on BiteBase.
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