Environmental Health - Food Establishments

Through inspection and education, the Environmental Health Section staff work with the operators and employees of food establishments to see that safe food is served to the public. Our goal is the prevention of foodborne illness. Only you can prevent foodborne illness at home.

Restaurant requirements are outlined in Wisconsin Administrative Code, Chapter DHS 196.

Retail food establishment requirements are outlined in Wisconsin Administrative Code, Chapter ATCP 75 .

The Wisconsin Food Code can be located at Wisconsin Food Code.

Certified Food Manager Information

Minimum Requirements for Restaurant and Retail Establishments

For more information on opening a food establishment, please use one of the following links.

Full Service Restaurant and Retail Licenses Temporary Restaurants Mobile Restaurants

Food Safety Information, Handouts and Fact Sheets for Businesses

Food Code Fact Sheets

Guidelines for Food Safety During Temporary Power Outages

Hair Restraint Sign

Mayonnaise: The Misunderstood Dressing Brochure