Food Establishment

A Food Establishment license is required of any person or company that prepares or serves food that is intended for immediate consumption. Examples of establishments that must be licensed are:

  • Cafeterias
  • Daycare centers
  • Hotels
  • Restaurants
  • Snack bars
  • Any similar establishment

Code Requirements

Guidance relating to Food Establishments is contained in the Maplewood City Code, Chapter 14, Article VI; Minnesota Statutes Section 145A and Section 157; and Minnesota Rules 4626. All license holders are required to be familiar with the provisions of this Chapter and with applicable Minnesota Statutes and federal regulations.

Cheeseburgers and French fries on a table

Apply for a License

Applications for a Food Establishment license have been transitioned to an online licensing system (Accela) and is available for access via the Citizen Access portal. 

The following documents are required to be submitted with this application:

Guide to using the Citizen Access Portal

Please use the reference guides below to assist you in registering for an account and applying for a license. If you need additional assistance, please contact us at 651-249-2005.

  1. Registering for an Account
  2. Applying for a License

Expiration/Renewal

License term runs March 1st through February 28th (29th during leap year), annually. Renewal must occur on or before date of expiration.