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Frequently Asked Questions

Food

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Do I still need a license for a temporary restaurant if I am part of a non-profit company?

Categories: Food, Food Licensing

Yes, you do. However, non-profit organizations that provide us with their 503C Federal Tax ID can receive adjusted rates. The price for non-profit is listed under “benevolent” on our Food Safety page.

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How do I get a license to operate a mobile food unit, like a coffee cart?

Categories: Food, Food Licensing

There are four different classes of mobile food units. Check our Web page on Food Safety to find out which class of license you will need.

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How do I get a license to operate a restaurant in Benton County?

Categories: Food, Food Licensing

See our page on Food Safety. It will tell you what you need to know about fees, licenses, and types of restaurants covered. Application materials are available on that page as well.

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I want to serve food at a special event. Do I need a license for that, even if it’s just for one day?

Categories: Food, Food Licensing

Yes, you will need a temporary restaurant license, even if you are serving food for a 1-day event. You can find the information on our Food Safety page. If you need to know more about setting up your temporary food service, download our Temporary Restaurant Guidelines Booklet and Temporary Restaurant Application, or come in to the Environmental Health office to pick them up.

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