Effective July 1, 2026, pursuant to Texas House Bill 2844 (2025), mobile food unit operators may be required to obtain a permit issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to continue operating within the State of Texas. Permits issued by local jurisdictions prior to this date will no longer be valid for operation on or after July 1, 2026, and are not expected to be grandfathered under the new law.
All mobile food unit operators are responsible for monitoring regulatory updates and ensuring compliance with applicable state requirements, including the timely submission of any required applications, fees, and supporting documentation to DSHS.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS
A MFU permit issued by Dallas County is for Health and Safety inspection only. MFUs must comply with the Fire and Safety inspection requirements for the cities and/or unincorporated area that they plan to operate. MFUs must provide proof of completed Fire and Safety Inspection(s) at the time of inspection.
A MFU permit issued by Dallas County DOES NOT exempt MFUs from local municipal laws and/or unincorporated area regulations. All MFUs must comply with any applicable municipal and/or unincorporated area zoning, parking, and/or other ordinances/regulations, as applicable.
Location:
2121 Panoramic Circle
Dallas, TX 75212
Hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (except for court approved holidays)
Effective August 1, 2025, New Hours:
Monday 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.,
Tuesday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
4 STEPS for Mobile Food Unit Inspections
- Download the application packet, complete it, and print the packet.
- Once you have the necessary items listed in the Mobile Food Unit Checklist, call our office at (214) 819-2115 to schedule an appointment.
- Bring all necessary items listed in the Mobile Food Unit Checklist to your scheduled appointment. Another appointment will be required if the checklist is not complete, and/or you are missing any item on the list.
- Payment (Card, Cash, Check or Money Order)
Payment will require input of permit number issued onsite at the time of inspection.
Inspection Location
Mobile food unit inspections are available Tuesday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. till 3:00 p.m. (except for court approved holidays), Effective August 1, 2025, our new hours will be Monday from 1 – 4 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. at:
2121 Panoramic Circle
Dallas, TX 75212
Mobile Food Unit Definition
According to Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER), a Mobile Food Unit (MFU) is a vehicle mounted, self or otherwise propelled, self-contained food service operation, designed to be readily moveable (including, but not limited to catering trucks, trailers, push carts, and roadside vendors) and used to store, prepare, display, serve or sell food. Mobile units must completely retain their mobility at all times. A Mobile Food Unit does not mean a stand or a booth. A roadside food vendor and pushcart may be licensed as MFUs. These special provisions, along with TFER references, shall be met before operating.
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