Terms of Service | Hometable

Last Updated: August 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using hometableapp.com ("HomeTable," "we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use HomeTable.

These Terms apply to all visitors, diners, and kitchen operators who access or use the HomeTable platform.

2. What HomeTable Is

HomeTable is a discovery and connection platform that helps users find and connect with licensed Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (“MEHKOs”) in California.

HomeTable intends to operate in compliance with all applicable California laws governing Internet Food Service Intermediaries (IFSIs) under California Retail Food Code Section 114367.

HomeTable does not:

Process payments between diners and kitchen operators
Handle, manage, or fulfill food orders
Manage reservations or scheduling
Provide or arrange food delivery services
Operate, manage, or employ any home kitchen or kitchen operator
Guarantee food quality, food safety, or the accuracy of any listing
Verify permits or licenses directly with government agencies

All arrangements, including orders, payments, scheduling, pickup, and any other transactions, occur directly between diners and kitchen operators. HomeTable is not a party to any transaction between users.

3. MEHKO Licensing Requirements

California law requires that all home kitchen operators listed on HomeTable hold a valid permit issued by the applicable county environmental health agency under California Retail Food Code Chapter 11.6.

Kitchen operators are solely responsible for:

Obtaining and maintaining a valid MEHKO permit or applicable home kitchen permit
Complying with all requirements of their issuing county environmental health agency
Renewing their permit annually as required by law and local regulation
Complying with all applicable California laws and local ordinances

HomeTable does not issue permits, approve applications, or certify the validity of any permit. Diners are encouraged to independently verify the current permit status of any kitchen operator before placing an order.

For information about MEHKO licensing requirements in California, visit your local county environmental health department or the California Department of Public Health website.

4. Permit Information and Health Permit Number

Kitchen operators are required to provide the following information in their HomeTable listing:

MEHKO health permit number
Name of the local enforcement agency that issued the permit
Permit expiration date (recommended)

Kitchen operators are responsible for ensuring that all permit information displayed on their listing is accurate, current, and updated promptly when permits are renewed or modified.

HomeTable manually reviews the permit information and documentation submitted by kitchen operators before publishing a listing. However, HomeTable does not independently verify the authenticity, validity, or current status of permits directly with county, state, or other governmental agencies unless expressly stated otherwise. Kitchen operators remain solely responsible for the accuracy, authenticity, validity, and legality of all information and documents they submit.

HomeTable will notify kitchen operators of the requirement to update their permit information annually.

5. Platform Fees and Services

HomeTable offers the following membership options:

Free Membership: $0 — Basic directory listing with standard features.
Premium Membership: $29.99/month — Enhanced listing with additional visibility and features. Current membership pricing is displayed before enrollment or activation.

HomeTable does not charge transaction fees, take commissions on food sales, or process payments between diners and kitchen operators.

All fees listed are for HomeTable membership and platform services only. HomeTable may change its membership or platform fees from time to time. Any fee increase exceeding 2% will be provided to affected kitchen operators in writing at least one month before the increase takes effect, as required by applicable California law.

HomeTable may offer promotional pricing, free trial periods, discounts, or other limited-time membership offers. Any applicable promotional terms, eligibility requirements, duration, and pricing will be disclosed at the time the offer is made. After a promotional period ends, standard membership fees will apply unless otherwise stated in the applicable offer terms.

6. Insurance

HomeTable does not carry liability insurance covering incidents arising from the sale or consumption of food listed or promoted on the HomeTable platform.

Each independently operated kitchen is solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining any insurance required by applicable law or otherwise appropriate for its business operations.

HomeTable strongly encourages all kitchen operators to maintain appropriate general liability insurance before listing or promoting food on the HomeTable platform.

7. Food Safety and Complaints

HomeTable is a discovery platform only. HomeTable does not inspect, certify, regulate, or monitor food preparation activities at any listed kitchen.

Reporting a Food Safety Concern

Consumers may report food safety concerns related to a listed kitchen by:

Contacting HomeTable at safety@hometableapp.com
Contacting the applicable county environmental health department directly

Food Safety Reporting and Regulatory Disclosures

HomeTable may maintain records of food safety complaints and supporting documentation submitted through the platform. When required by applicable law, HomeTable may disclose relevant kitchen, permit, complaint, consumer, purchase, or supporting information in its possession to the appropriate governmental or local enforcement agency.

Food safety investigations, inspections, and regulatory enforcement are conducted by the appropriate governmental authorities, not by HomeTable.

Kitchen operators acknowledge and agree that HomeTable may disclose their kitchen name, permit number, and other relevant information in HomeTable's possession to appropriate governmental or regulatory authorities when required by applicable California law.

8. Prohibited Content and Conduct

Users of HomeTable, including kitchen operators, may not:

Use the word "catering," "caterer," "catered," or any variation of that word in any listing, description, profile, or publication on HomeTable
Advertise or promote third-party food delivery services in connection with any MEHKO listing, except as authorized under California Retail Food Code Section 114367.5(2)(b)
Submit false, inaccurate, misleading, or fraudulent permit information
List any kitchen operation that does not hold a valid permit from the applicable county environmental health agency
Use HomeTable for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law or regulation

9. Kitchen Operator Responsibilities

By listing a kitchen on HomeTable, kitchen operators represent, warrant, and agree that:

They hold a valid, current permit issued by the applicable county environmental health agency
All information submitted to HomeTable, including permit numbers, issuing agency names, descriptions, photos, and pricing, is accurate and truthful
They will promptly update their listing if their permit status changes, expires, or is revoked
They will comply with all applicable California laws, county ordinances, and health department requirements at all times
They will not use the word "catering" or any variation thereof in their listing
They will not advertise third-party delivery services in their listing except as permitted by law
They are solely responsible for all food preparation, food safety, customer interactions, and transactions
All payments, orders, and arrangements with diners are their sole responsibility

10. Diner Responsibilities

By using HomeTable to find or connect with kitchen operators, diners acknowledge and agree that:

HomeTable is a discovery platform only and is not responsible for food quality, food safety, or the conduct of any kitchen operator
All arrangements, orders, payments, and pickup logistics are made directly with the kitchen operator
HomeTable does not guarantee the accuracy or current status of any listing, permit, or information displayed
Diners use HomeTable at their own risk and are responsible for independently verifying information before making any purchase

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

HomeTable is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

HomeTable makes no warranties or representations regarding:

The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any listing or information on the platform
The validity or current status of any permit or license displayed
The food safety practices of any kitchen operator
The quality, safety, or fitness of any food sold through connections made on HomeTable
The uninterrupted or error-free availability of the platform

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, HomeTable and its owners, operators, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

The use of or inability to use the HomeTable platform
Any food safety incident, foodborne illness, injury, or harm related to food purchased from any listed kitchen operator
The inaccuracy, expiration, or invalidity of any permit, license, or information displayed on the platform
Any transaction, arrangement, dispute, or interaction between diners and kitchen operators
Any act or omission of any kitchen operator or diner

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless HomeTable and its owners, operators, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

Your use of the HomeTable platform
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
Any inaccuracy in information you provide to HomeTable
Any transaction or interaction between you and another user of the platform

14. Modifications to Terms

HomeTable reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. When changes are made, the revised Terms will be posted on this page and the "Last Updated" date will be updated.

Your continued use of HomeTable after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: support@hometableapp.com

Website: hometableapp.com