Mobile snack bars

If you operate or are considering setting up a mobile snack bar there are many factors you need to consider. The Council has a responsibility to help you trade safely and responsibly.

What do I need to trade?

Food premises registration

In all cases you must complete a food premises registration form before trading. Registration is free. In the case of a mobile snack bars (e.g. a burger van) you must register your business with the council where you normally store your vehicle overnight.

Street trading licence

Wherever you trade you will need the permission of the landowner to be on their land. 

In some areas you need a special licence (“street trading licence”) from the council to trade on the highway.  If you are intending to operate on any land in the City where the public have access, without payment,  then you must apply for a street trading licence.

Complaints and enquiries

To make an enquiry or complaint online please use this form.

Further information about the Food and Environmental Safety Service and other contact details can be found on our Standards of Service page.