Selling Alcohol from a Food Truck in Texas
To sell alcohol from your food truck in Texas, you need a permit from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). This allows you to sell beer, wine, and liquor. However, you cannot sell alcohol to minors or in dry areas. You must also follow all TABC rules and have a licensed seller on your truck. Check with local authorities that you comply with all regulations.
Selling alcohol can increase your revenue and make your truck stand out. However, it also has risks, like liability if there’s an incident. You can reduce risks by getting liquor liability insurance.
Licensing Process and Limitations
The process for licensing is complicated. Liquor licenses are limited in many states, so it can be difficult even for restaurants. You usually need a physical location. Still, some states offer temporary permits for food trucks to sell alcohol at festivals.
Selling Alcohol in Other States
So in states like Texas, Florida and California, you generally cannot get a full liquor license just for a food truck. But you can sell alcohol at private events on private property with the right permits.