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Coffee and cart permits in New York

To sell coffee in New York, you work with your county health department for food and mobile vending permits, then add a business license and state tax registration. Pick your county below for the department that handles your area and the steps to open.

62 counties in New York. 28 have a detailed permit page below. For any other county, check your ZIP and we will point you to the right health department.

Statewide rules in New York

In New York, food service permits come from your county health department (or NYC's Department of Health, DOHMH, within New York City) under the State Sanitary Code.

Food & vending permits
NYS Dept. of Health, food service establishmentsNYC, food service establishment permit
Sales tax permit
Certificate of Authority, NYS Dept. of Taxation & Finance
Sales tax rate
4% state base rateTypical combined range: 4%-8.875%Counties, cities, and special or transit districts add local sales tax on top, so your combined rate depends on your exact address.New York Tax Department jurisdiction/rate lookup
Food safety cards
In NYC a supervisor needs a Food Protection Certificate; statewide, at least one certified food protection manager.

Official links, last verified July 14, 2026. Requirements vary by city and change over time.
Confirm the current steps and fees before you apply.

Counties with a detailed permit guide in New York