Food trucks are allowed to operate in Delray Beach, but are limited to certain areas (see map below). Rules and regulations for operating a Food Truck in Delray Beach are provided in the Code of Ordinances Sec. 120.01.

Click here to see the map of the allowable locations for a mobile food truck.

Click here to read the municode: Sec. 120.01. - OPERATION AND SALE OF FOOD FROM MOBILE FOOD TRUCKS

General Regulations for Food Trucks

Location Restrictions

• Must maintain a minimum distance of:
  • 200 ft. from any brick-and-mortar restaurant or outdoor dining area
  • 15 ft. from fire hydrants and storm drainage structures
  • 20 ft. from crosswalks

Signage and Advertising

• Standalone signage and audio amplification are not allowed
• Advertising is limited to prices, product names, or vendor identification displayed directly on the vehicle

Outdoor Seating

• Not permitted, except as part of an approved special event

Operating Hours and Schedule

• Permitted to operate from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Midnight, daily
• Allowed at an approved site for up to 4 days per week, with no more than 3 consecutive days
•  Trucks must be removed outside of operating hours and cannot remain overnight on public streets

Waste Disposal

• Daily trash and waste removal is required
• No grease disposal in the city’s sanitary sewer system
• Dumping of liquid waste or grease in tree pits, sidewalks, streets, or public spaces is strictly prohibited

Size Limitations

• Trucks may not exceed 10 ft. in width and 24 ft. in length, including any extensions

Self-Containment and Cleanliness

• Must be self-contained during operation
• Trash/recycling receptacles must be securely attached to the vehicle
• Vendors are responsible for keeping the area within 5 feet of the truck clean and free of debris

Alcohol Sales

• Selling or distributing alcohol is prohibited unless part of an approved special event with the required liquor license

Vehicle Maintenance and Responsibility

• Vehicles must comply with all state, city, and/or county regulations
• Vendors are liable for any damage to streetscapes, trees, sidewalks, or public property

Vending Restrictions

• Vendors may only sell items they are licensed to vend

Food Trucks Are Not Permitted In:

• City parks and city-owned parking lots (unless part of an approved special event)
• Municipal Beach, A-1-A, and public rights-of-way
• Municipal Cemetery
• Residential neighborhoods
• Unimproved surfaces, vacant lots, or abandoned business locations
• Moving vehicles conducting drive-up sales