Your Guide to Food Trucks in Irving

Food trucks in Irving must obtain a Mobile Food Establishment Permit from the City of Irving Health Department.

Types of Permits:

Mobile Food Establishment Permit (City of Irving).
Health Permit (Texas Department of State Health Services - DSHS).
Fire Safety Inspection Permit (Irving Fire Department).
Zoning/Location Permit (if required for specific locations).
Steps for Obtaining the Permit:

Submit a completed application for a Mobile Food Establishment Permit to the City of Irving Health Department.
Complete a Food Safety Certification course approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
Pass an annual health inspection conducted by the City of Irving Health Department to ensure food safety and sanitation compliance.
Schedule and pass a fire safety inspection with the Irving Fire Department if your truck uses cooking equipment such as grills or fryers.
Obtain a zoning permit from the City of Irving if required for operating in public spaces or specific districts.
Provide proof of using a licensed commissary kitchen for food storage, preparation, and cleaning.
Unique Rules/Conditions:

Food trucks must operate from a licensed commissary kitchen for food storage and preparation.
Zoning restrictions apply, especially for operating in high-traffic areas or near residential districts.
A special event permit may be required to operate at city events, festivals, or public gatherings.