Food Pop-Up Vendor Permit

Food Pop-Up Vendor Permit

A food pop-up vendor is a business that partners with a food Pop-Up Host—such as a restaurant, brewery, distillery, winery, or bar—to use the host’s kitchen and facilities to prepare and sell its own menu, often on a regular schedule.

Who This Page is For

• This page is for food pop-up vendors applying for a permit from the Bureau of Revenue.

• Food pop-up hosts (the establishments providing kitchen space) apply separately to the Department of Safety and Permits.

Registration and Taxes

• All food pop-up vendors must register with the Bureau of Revenue.

Prohibited Times and Locations

Food pop-up vendors cannot operate in these locations or times:

• Certain areas during Mardi Gras (per Section 34-34 of the City Code)

• Near the Fairgrounds during the Annual Jazz and Heritage Festival within this boundary:

  • Florida Avenue (north), North Broad Avenue (east), Esplanade Avenue (south), Bayou St. John (west)

• Within designated Clean Zones—permits are suspended during large events

• On public sidewalks or streets (public right-of-way) unless you have special permission

Operational Restrictions

• Food pop-up vendors may NOT sell alcoholic beverages.

• Hosts may sell alcohol if they have the proper licenses.

Fees

• Food pop-up vendor permit: $150 annually

• Application fee: $50

• Occupational license and other fees may also apply.

Required Documents

To apply, submit the following:

1. Complete the Mayoralty Permit Application

   • ​​Submit via email @ revenue.vendorpermits@nola.gov or in person/mail: Department of Revenue, City Hall, 1300 Perdido St, Room 1W15

2. Shared Kitchen Agreement
3. ​​Copy of Food Pop-Up Host’s Permit