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Everything you need to know about permits, licenses, and certifications for starting a food business in Houston — all in one place.

Every Permit You Need to Open a Food Business in Houston

Comprehensive overview of every permit, fee, and timeline for restaurants, food trucks, catering, and bakeries in Houston.

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How to Open a Restaurant in Houston

The full permit checklist — every license, fee, and timeline from LLC formation to health inspection to opening day.

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How to Get a Food Truck Permit in Houston

Step-by-step guide covering costs, timelines, commissary requirements, and the mobile food unit medallion.

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How to Get a Catering License in Houston, Texas

Complete guide to catering permits — costs, commercial kitchen options, alcohol permits, and step-by-step licensing instructions.

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Texas Cottage Food Law: Selling Homemade Baked Goods

What you can sell, labeling rules, sales limits, and when you need to go commercial under Texas cottage food law.

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Food Handler Certification in Houston

How to get your food handler card and certified food manager certification — online courses, costs, and requirements.

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Temporary Food Permit in Houston

Application process, costs, setup requirements, and tips for selling food at festivals, pop-ups, and farmers markets.

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