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General Information
The Environmental Services Food Establishment Inspection and Permitting Program is put in place to protect the health of all Burleson residents. This is accomplished through permitting food facilities serving to the public, ensuring that they meet minimum State standards for safe operation, and minimizing risk of spreading food-borne illness. In addition, we perform routine health inspections to identify potential hazards to public health.
Report a Complaint
To report suspected food-borne illness, send Environmental Services an email or call (817) 426-9832.
Food Establishment Inspection Scores
Laws and Regulations
City of Burleson has adopted the following regulations:
- FDA Food Code 2017
- Texas Food Establishment Rules
- Dogs on Restaurant Patio
- Minimum Requirements for Food Establishments
Plan Review
Plans for extensive remodeling and construction of any food service establishment (restaurants, retail food stores, schools and daycare facilities) must be submitted to the Environmental Services Department for review under city and state law. Please submit the attached application along with an official copy of the plans to be reviewed via email.
Food Trucks
- How to Start Your Mobile Food Business
- Food Truck Ordinance
- Food Truck Operational Site Application
- Food Truck Operational Site Checklist
Temporary Events
This guide can be used for any food vendors looking to participate in single eventsApplications
- Food Establishment - To be used for new food establishments, change of name, change of address and change of ownership. Please note current permits do not transfer to the new owner.
- Mobile Food Operation
- Temporary Food Permit
- Food Truck Operational Site Application
Food Safety Educational Material
- Food Manager
- Food Handler in-person (Classroom)
- Food Handler Online
- Educational Handouts
- City of Burleson Food Handler Certification Training - Link coming soon!
FAQs
What does Burleson Environmental Services inspect?
- Environmental Services does not inspect: nail salons, beauty shops, tattoo parlors, tanning salons, residential swimming pools, foster homes or funeral and cremation facilities. To obtain inspection and regulatory information regarding these establishments, please contact the regional office of the Department of State and Health Services at 817-264-4500.
Who do I report health violations to?
- Contact Environmental Services by Email or phone, (817) 426-9832.
- You may mail a check to: C/O Environmental Services, 725 SE John Jones, Burleson, TX 76028
- Make all checks payable to: City of Burleson C/O Environmental Services
- Pay online