State Commissary rules · Minnesota
Minnesota (statewide) commissary requirements for food trucks and carts
The short answer from Minnesota Department of Health (food trucks) and Minnesota Department of Agriculture (food manufacturers): Minnesota's mobile food unit guide says "All food storage and preparation must occur in the MFU, STF, SPF, or in a licensed food establishment." It does not set a separate commissary visit rule; local health departments may.
- Commissary needed?
- Minnesota's mobile food unit guide says "All food storage and preparation must occur in the MFU, STF, SPF, or in a licensed food establishment." It does not set a separate commissary visit rule; local health departments may.
- How often
- No statewide return frequency in the MDH guide; check your local licensing agency.
- Storage
- Food storage and prep only in the unit or a licensed food establishment.
Confirm with Minnesota Department of Health (food trucks) and Minnesota Department of Agriculture (food manufacturers). This page summarises the official documents listed under Sources. Official page
Other things to know
- The Minnesota Department of Agriculture keeps a statewide Shared Commercial Kitchen Directory for food makers.
38 kitchens covered by these rules
- 7807 CR 82 SE, Nelson, MN 56355Rentable prep kitchenFormer caramel factory converted to a shared kitchen; one walk-in cooler and two walk-in freezers; listed under AlexandriaWalk-in coolerWalk-in freezerDry storage
- 302 Irvine Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601Rentable prep kitchenCo-op kitchen that doubles as a classroom; 6-burner range, convection oven, 60-quart mixer, steam kettle
- 10035 Flanders Court NE, Blaine, MN 55449Rentable prep kitchen1,100 sq ft; refrigerated/frozen storage; truck dock and drive-up access; steam kettle, tilt skillet, blast chillerCold storage
- 333 W 86th Street, Bloomington, MN 55420Rentable prep kitchen650 sq ft kitchen approved by the City of Bloomington and MDA; 5 kg coffee roaster
- 234 2nd Street N, Delano, MN 55328Rentable prep kitchen6-burner range, griddle, convection oven, 3-compartment sink; available year-round; no storage
- Dent, MNRentable prep kitchenCamp kitchen with ovens, fryer, steam kettle; dining room seats 150; not available June–August
- 9301 Eden Prairie Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55347Rentable prep kitchenSeven ovens, two walk-in coolers, walk-in freezer, online reservations, long-term rentalsWalk-in coolerWalk-in freezer
- 7082 Amundson Road, Edina, MN 55439Rentable prep kitchenRental kitchen for food entrepreneurs, private events, nonprofits and food trucks
- 24331 Highway 169, Zimmerman, MN 55398Food truck commissaryRentable prep kitchen1,000 sq ft commissary for food trucks; heated indoor parking with 12x18 ft bay doors; listed under Elk RiverDry storageCold storageTruck parking
- Fargo, NDRentable prep kitchenHourly rental; 60-inch range, convection oven, mixers (Fargo, North Dakota)Hourly rental
- Finland, MNRentable prep kitchenKitchen certified by Lake County Health Department
- 226 Elm Street, Gonvick, MN 56644Rentable prep kitchenFor food entrepreneurs, caterers, product makers and food truck operators; ServSafe certification required
See all 38 kitchens in Minnesota →
Questions people ask
Do I need a commissary for a food truck in Minnesota (statewide)?
Minnesota's mobile food unit guide says "All food storage and preparation must occur in the MFU, STF, SPF, or in a licensed food establishment." It does not set a separate commissary visit rule; local health departments may.
How often do I have to go to the commissary?
No statewide return frequency in the MDH guide; check your local licensing agency.
Where do I find a commissary in Minnesota (statewide)?
We list 38 kitchens covered by these rules, below. They come from the official Shared Commercial Kitchen Directory (MDA).
Sources
Last checked September 29, 2026.