Food Truck Spots in St. Paul, MN
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2,194 researched places around St. Paul that could host your truck.
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Permits and local spots in St. Paul
Permits and inspections
- Minnesota Department of Health and Minnesota Department of Agriculture The city says trucks need a state license from MDH or MDA depending on the food, vehicle and locations, not a city health license.
- Saint Paul Department of Safety and Inspections (zoning review) and Public Works Street parking follows meter rules, private lots need owner permission and DSI zoning review, public sidewalks and streets need a Public Works right-of-way permit, and parks need Parks and Recreation approval.
Events that take vendors in St. Paul
- Saint Paul Winter Carnival Frost Bites Food Festival 2027 food truck applications close December 15, 2026; days at Landmark Center and Rice Park from late January into February; needs an MDH or MDA license.
- Saint Paul Farmers' Market Downtown market; applications for the 2027 season open to new food vendors December 1, 2026 with a $100 fee, and ready-to-eat sellers need all permits ready.
Areas to know in St. Paul
- Zoned areas for private-property trucks Trucks may set up on private property in T2, T3, T4, B2, B3, B4, B5, IT, I1 and I2 zones; a conditional use permit is needed above 10 percent of the lot or 1,000 sq ft.
- Downtown Rice Park and Landmark Center Winter Carnival food festival venues, with trucks served by event permits rather than street parking.