Ready to buy a coffee truck in Georgia? Start by choosing a unit that can pass Georgia DPH Food Service Rules (511-6-1): hand sink plus 3-compartment sink, potable tank ~30–40 gal, wastewater 15% larger, 100–120°F hot water, NSF equipment, backflow protection, and a commissary/service agreement (required statewide). For espresso, spec a quiet 7kW generator or 50A shore power, 220V/30A circuit, dual-stage filtration with softening to 2–3 gpg to prevent scale, and AC for Georgia summers. Before you pay, verify VIN/title and liens, generator hours (<1,000 ideal), propane certifications, fire suppression if any cooking, and get a pre-purchase walkthrough with your county Environmental Health. Budget: used $45k–$90k; new/custom $95k–$160k; wrap $3k–$6k; insurance (auto + $1M GL) $250–$450/mo. Form your LLC, get EIN, register sales tax in GTC, secure a Business License, CFPM on staff, and pass county plan review and mobile unit inspection (10–30 business days). In Atlanta, expect separate fire inspection and location permissions; most sales happen on private property with written approval. Source trucks via local builders, CommercialTruckTrader, Roaming Hunger, GovDeals, or FB Marketplace, but avoid RV-style conversions lacking NSF plumbing. Timeline: 4–12 weeks from purchase to permitted service. Test water hardness locally and calibrate grinders for humidity swings.
