Business guides

Barbershop, hair salon or nail salon

Get details about licensing, City resources and promotion.

Cannabis business

Learn about becoming a retailer, manufacturer and more.

Caterer

Learn about licensing and other steps you need to take.

Contractor

Learn about licensing, insurance, competency cards and more.

Daycare center

See the rules for adult or child daycare businesses.

Food Truck

Learn about running a mobile food business.

Restaurant or coffee shop

See what it takes to open a deli, coffee shop, sit-down or fast food restaurant.

Restaurant or coffee shop serving alcohol

See the rules for restaurants and bars that serve liquor, wine and beer.

Contact us

Small Business Team

Community Planning & Economic Development

Email the Small Business Team

Phone

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320
Minneapolis, MN 55415

Last updated on February 21, 2025