We’re based in Manassas, Virginia and serve Maryland from Baltimore to the Eastern Shore. We design, build, and coordinate delivery of inspection-ready food trucks and food trailers across Maryland, with a smooth hand off so you can start service confidently.
Baltimore • Montgomery County • Prince George’s County • Anne Arundel • Howard • Frederick • Charles • Carroll • Washington County • Harford • St. Mary’s • Calvert • Cecil • Talbot • Wicomico • Worcester • Queen Anne’s • Kent • Dorchester
Launching in Maryland means working with county health departments and, in some cases, city vendor programs. We provide plans and documentation that align with Maryland rules and local reviews.
✓ Layouts and spec sheets built around COMAR definitions and local applications.
✓ Equipment lists, plumbing, electrical, and ventilation details for plan review.
✓ Guidance on documents often requested by counties: HACCP/menu, commissary letter, VIN/registration photos, and emergency contacts (varies by county).
Crab and seafood: steam tables, cold prep, and sanitation zones
Pit beef and BBQ: hooded grills/smokers with grease control and fire suppression
Coffee and dessert: power planning for espresso and refrigeration
Halal comfort and Mediterranean: hot line with cold mezze storage
Tacos and birria: griddle, fryer, cold top, and service-speed layout
Elhaj Custom Food Trucks & Trailers builds fully equipped, inspection-ready mobile kitchens from our facility in Manassas, Virginia. We work closely with food truck and trailer operators across Maryland, focusing on layouts that meet code, function smoothly, and match the needs of each menu.
Our role goes beyond fabrication. We prepare the plans and documentation local reviewers expect and coordinate delivery so your unit arrives ready for use. By combining practical design with knowledge of Maryland’s licensing process, we make sure operators have a clear path from concept to daily operation.
Yes. Elhaj builds food trucks and trailers in Manassas, Virginia, and we deliver directly to locations throughout Maryland. Delivery includes a full hand-off so you know how to operate and maintain your new unit.
Yes, most food truck and trailer operators in Maryland must have a base of operations (often called a commissary). The commissary provides potable water, wastewater disposal, dry storage, refrigeration, and utensil washing facilities. The only limited exception is for certain prepackaged frozen dessert operations. Each county’s health department will ask for commissary details when you apply for your license.
Maryland allows mobile food units to apply for what’s called a Mobile Reciprocity License. This program lets you operate in counties outside of your “home county” license without going through a full new plan review each time. You’ll still need to apply for reciprocity and pay a fee in each additional county.
In addition to health department licensing, most Maryland counties require a fire marshal inspection. This inspection covers hood suppression systems over fryers and grills, Class K fire extinguishers, propane or LP gas connections, and electrical safety. Some counties, like Anne Arundel and Frederick, also require annual fire re-inspections.
If you want to operate in Baltimore City, you’ll need a Baltimore City Health Department food license for your truck or trailer. In addition, Baltimore’s Department of Transportation regulates the Street and Mobile Vendor Program, which issues location-based vending permits. These rules are separate from county regulations elsewhere in Maryland.
The build timeline depends on your specific layout, equipment needs, and season. A standard trailer build may take a few months, while a fully customized truck with specialty equipment can take longer. When you request a quote, we’ll give you a timeline tailored to your build.
