Mobile food businesses and food trucks

There are two types of food businesses:

• Fixed in location - for example, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, take-away shops.
• Mobile food businesses - for example, food vans and temporary food stalls.

If you intend to operate a food stall or food van in the Hobart local government area, you may be eligible for a Mobile Food Business Registration.

The registration will be issued for the location where the equipment and materials are stored when not in use. If the registration is for a food van, it will be issued for the garaged address.

If you live in the Hobart area, please complete the online food business application form:

Apply online

If you live outside the Hobart area, please contact your local Council.

Please note: to participate in the Food Truck Program, you must also apply below.

While operating, you must follow the Guidelines for Mobile Food Businesses(PDF, 5MB).

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Food Truck Program

The Food Truck Program allows vendors to trade throughout the Hobart local government area.

The program provides guidelines so that the community can enjoy mobile food vending. These benefits of this are economical, social and cultural.

We aim to make sure the program runs alongside of and complements hospitality across Hobart.

The Hobart Food Truck Program allows vendors to trade at least 50 metres or more away from an existing food and beverage business or public event. There are several no-go zones across Hobart where vendors are not permitted to trade.

Guidelines

Food Truck Program Guidelines(PDF, 2MB)

Join the program

Road-registered food vans, mobile food trailers, push carts and tricycles are welcome to apply to be a part of the program.

There are two permit types available:

• annual permit
• 3-month permit.

We strongly suggest you call 03 6238 2890 to speak with someone from the Events and Activations team about the program before lodging an application. particularly if you are interested in trading as part of the Salamanca Plaza roster.

Apply now

Please allow five business days for your application to be processed. This could be longer if we need to contact you for further details.

Please note: to participate in the Food Truck Program, you must have a valid Mobile Food Business Registration. See the top of this page for more information.

The current fees for food truck permits can be found on the fees and charges page.

Registration of a food business

Have you registered your food business with the City of Hobart?

Information on how to register your food business and other helpful information can be found on our food and beverage businesses page. This includes the Tasmanian Government's Guidelines for Mobile Food Businesses(PDF, 5MB).