Florida Requirements

RubMeTender · 07-10-2009, 08:47 AM

Does anyone know that the requirements are in Florida to sell BBQ on the side of the road?

Bbq Bubba · 07-10-2009, 09:03 AM

Start with your local Health Dept.

sluvsmore · 07-10-2009, 09:31 AM

I beleive it changes from county to county in florida. I know in volusia county they are more laid back then in brevard county check with your county

BigJimsBBQ · 07-11-2009, 02:02 PM

Local Heath Dept and possibly County Business Licence. Start with Health Dept.

chad · 07-16-2009, 07:20 AM

Yep. Check with the Health Department. I used the office on East Bay a few years ago. They were helpful. Do some on-line research and you can find the rather lengthy documentation on requirements...I will say the county pretty much mirrors the state requirements. Also, don't forget local municipality rules. It's a maze...

Grillman · 07-20-2009, 02:46 AM

Yes....don't spend any money until you check with the Health Department.

You don't want to have to buy something twice...because it didn't pass inspection
the first time.

RubMeTender · 07-28-2009, 07:04 PM

after much research, i think i'll stick to the comps and backyard for a little while. Florida doesnt seem as relaxed as other states. thanks for the help guys

Bbq Bubba · 07-28-2009, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grillman

Yes....don't spend any money until you check with the Health Department.

You don't want to have to buy something twice...because it didn't pass inspection
the first time.

Boy, ain't that the truth.

Ford · 07-29-2009, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bbq Bubba

Boy, ain't that the truth.

Troubles Bubbles??????? Did you finally get approved? I think I'm doing a little better than you. For example as my sinks are for warewashing and hand washing only so all that air gap stuff does not apply. I needed a 6 gal water heater turned up to max heat but it should pass. Also got hit with a new NSF fridge ($1100) but that's life. And a new drain connection to be my mop sink with a cheap large funnel to pour slop water into. And they passed the 20 gal tank for waste with a 15 gal RV rolling unit and I have a 20 gal fresh. Big deal is self closing vending window and I think I have that licked. Friday afternoon he'll be here to inspect and collect $140 for the license.

And looks like I have a prime location on Thursdays until early October. I'm excited.

Stoke&Smoke · 07-29-2009, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ford

Troubles Bubbles??????? Did you finally get approved? I think I'm doing a little better than you. For example as my sinks are for warewashing and hand washing only so all that air gap stuff does not apply. I needed a 6 gal water heater turned up to max heat but it should pass. Also got hit with a new NSF fridge ($1100) but that's life. And a new drain connection to be my mop sink with a cheap large funnel to pour slop water into. And they passed the 20 gal tank for waste with a 15 gal RV rolling unit and I have a 20 gal fresh. Big deal is self closing vending window and I think I have that licked. Friday afternoon he'll be here to inspect and collect $140 for the license.

And looks like I have a prime location on Thursdays until early October. I'm excited.

Congrats Ford! And good luck!!!

Bbq Bubba · 07-29-2009, 05:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ford

Troubles Bubbles??????? Did you finally get approved? I think I'm doing a little better than you. For example as my sinks are for warewashing and hand washing only so all that air gap stuff does not apply. I needed a 6 gal water heater turned up to max heat but it should pass. Also got hit with a new NSF fridge ($1100) but that's life. And a new drain connection to be my mop sink with a cheap large funnel to pour slop water into. And they passed the 20 gal tank for waste with a 15 gal RV rolling unit and I have a 20 gal fresh. Big deal is self closing vending window and I think I have that licked. Friday afternoon he'll be here to inspect and collect $140 for the license.

And looks like I have a prime location on Thursdays until early October. I'm excited.

Passed finally Monday, went with bar sinks and 2 4 gallon water heaters.
Problem was trying to make do with the VERY large triple stainless sink i had, would have needed a hot water heater on a trailer by their specs so all in all life is good and i re-opened today to a very hungry lunch crowd!

Good luck with inspection!

PS, i just put in a screen in my vending window with a small sliding panel to pass food thru.

Ford · 07-29-2009, 05:51 PM

Steve

Is the screen self closing or did you buy an air curtain. That's a must in Kent County.

Greendriver · 07-30-2009, 10:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ford

Troubles Bubbles??????? Did you finally get approved? I think I'm doing a little better than you. For example as my sinks are for warewashing and hand washing only so all that air gap stuff does not apply. I needed a 6 gal water heater turned up to max heat but it should pass. Also got hit with a new NSF fridge ($1100) but that's life. And a new drain connection to be my mop sink with a cheap large funnel to pour slop water into. And they passed the 20 gal tank for waste with a 15 gal RV rolling unit and I have a 20 gal fresh. Big deal is self closing vending window and I think I have that licked. Friday afternoon he'll be here to inspect and collect $140 for the license.

And looks like I have a prime location on Thursdays until early October. I'm excited.

I sure would love to see some pics of that setup if you got any.

Bbq Bubba · 07-30-2009, 02:46 PM

My hand closes it itself so I guess.
Air curtains are NOT bug proof, Mi. Food police are morons!
We need to get our own thread. Think. :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ford

Steve

Is the screen self closing or did you buy an air curtain. That's a must in Kent County.

Rich Parker · 07-30-2009, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ford

And looks like I have a prime location on Thursdays until early October. I'm excited.

Where is your prime location? I live near by and need to test some award winning Q. If I don't find some soon here in West MI, I will need to drive to New Baltimore to be schooled by Bubba.

07-10-2009, 08:47 AM	#1
RubMeTender Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 02-16-09 Location: Seminole, FL Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Florida Requirements Does anyone know that the requirements are in Florida to sell BBQ on the side of the road?

07-10-2009, 09:03 AM	#2
Bbq Bubba somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-03-07 Location: New Baltimore, Mi. Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Start with your local Health Dept. __________________ Pitmaster @ Lockharts BBQ Beer Snob I cook the best brisket north of Dallas. Get over it. Northern midwest director for OBR www.operationbbqrelief.com

07-11-2009, 02:02 PM	#4
BigJimsBBQ Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 06-10-09 Location: Newnan, GA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Local Heath Dept and possibly County Business Licence. Start with Health Dept. __________________ Big Jim - Newnan, GA Customized Lang Model 84 Longneck

07-16-2009, 07:20 AM	#5
chad somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 08-13-03 Location: Clearwater, FL Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Yep. Check with the Health Department. I used the office on East Bay a few years ago. They were helpful. Do some on-line research and you can find the rather lengthy documentation on requirements...I will say the county pretty much mirrors the state requirements. Also, don't forget local municipality rules. It's a maze... __________________ Dave Southern Brethren BBQ Competition Team "It's all about getting paid!" - Myron Mixon "I love being hated in my hometown!" - David Hair KingFisher Gator Rotisserie cooker, WSM, Stainless 5 burner with IR gas grill, Turkey Fryer, Weber JD Commemorative grill, slightly used Bandera chamber for future use as a cold smoker, Masterbuilt 40" insulated ELECTRIC smoker

07-29-2009, 05:51 PM	#12
Ford is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 04-14-07 Location: Lakeland Florida Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Steve Is the screen self closing or did you buy an air curtain. That's a must in Kent County. __________________ Ford Owner/Head Cook/Chief Bottle Washer for Great Lakes BBQ & Feed Competition BBQ Team FBA Member, KCBS Member & KCBS Certified BBQ Judge Spicewine medium, weber kettle, gas grill

07-10-2009, 09:31 AM	#3
sluvsmore Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 07-02-09 Location: Port Orange Florida Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I beleive it changes from county to county in florida. I know in volusia county they are more laid back then in brevard county check with your county

07-20-2009, 02:46 AM	#6
Grillman is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 07-05-09 Location: Aurora, Colo. Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Yes....don't spend any money until you check with the Health Department. You don't want to have to buy something twice...because it didn't pass inspection the first time.

07-28-2009, 07:04 PM	#7
RubMeTender Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 02-16-09 Location: Seminole, FL Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	after much research, i think i'll stick to the comps and backyard for a little while. Florida doesnt seem as relaxed as other states. thanks for the help guys

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