FBL License Information

Other MDH Resources

Environmental Health Division

Food, Beverage, and Lodging Establishments
Licensing and Plan Review

Depending on your location, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) or a local health agency licenses food, beverage or lodging establishments in Minnesota.

Licensing by MDH
Procedure for licensing all establishments with the exception of the special licensing categories listed below:
- Special Licensing
  Bed and Breakfast | Food Cart | Mobile Food Unit | Seasonal Permanent Food Stand | Seasonal Temporary Food Stand | Special Event Food Stand
Local Licensing: Delegated Program
If a local jurisdiction (city, county) has entered into a delegation agreement with MDH, your FBL licenses will be issued through them. To find who will issue your license, follow the link below to determine which agency is responsible:

Licensing Jurisdiction

Statutes and Rules
- MN Stat, sec. 157.16
- MN Rules, part 4625.177

In-store Delis, Grocery Stores, Butcher Stores, Bakeries, Convenience Stores

For information about starting an in-store deli, grocery store, butcher store, bakery or convenience store, please contact the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Dairy & Food Inspection Division.