Hudson County, NJ Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors: Food Truck Permits (2026)

Mobile food vendors in Hudson County must navigate both municipal and county-regional health requirements. Jersey City Code §247 Vendors regulates mobile food operators, requiring an annual Mobile Food Vendor (MFV) License from the City Clerk's Office with fees currently around $1,000 to $2,500 depending on vendor type. Jersey City applications require proof of insurance ($1 million liability minimum), a commissary agreement with a licensed NJ food facility, vehicle inspection, and Hudson Regional Health Commission (HRHC) Retail Food Establishment license under N.J.A.C. 8:24. Hoboken Code §190 runs a notoriously competitive food truck permit lottery with limited annual slots (roughly 30-40 permits), application fee $250, permit fee $2,500+. Hoboken prohibits food trucks from operating within 200 feet of a brick-and-mortar restaurant. Bayonne requires a Hawker and Peddler License from the City Clerk. HRHC (serving most of Hudson County) handles the retail food license for all mobile food operators; operators must pass plan review, facility inspection, and have a ServSafe-certified food manager. Union City and West New York require additional local licenses. Food handler cards required for all staff.