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Permits

Coffee and cart permits in Texas

To sell coffee in Texas, 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.

254 counties, 12 with a direct health department link on file so far.

Statewide rules in Texas

In Texas, retail food and mobile food unit permits come from the Dept. of State Health Services (DSHS), or your local city/county health department where one is authorized.

Food & vending permits
Texas DSHS, retail food establishments
Sales tax
Sales tax permit, Texas Comptroller
Food safety cards
Texas Food Handler card for employees and a Certified Food 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 in Texas

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