Food Truck Catering for Events in Lubbock:

Lubbock events, known for their vibrant atmosphere and enthusiastic crowds, deserve nothing less than exceptional food to match. Gone are the days when outdoor events in the Hub City had to rely on tent vendors with their cumbersome setup and breakdown times. Today, the smart choice is to rent food trucks for events, bringing Lubbock's dynamic food scene directly to your attendees with kitchens that are completely self-contained and ready to serve.

Whether it's a lively concert at the Buddy Holly Center, an outdoor movie night under the vast West Texas sky, or any gathering that brings the Lubbock community together, a food truck catering company offers a variety of options that traditional tent vendors simply can't match. Lubbock's food trucks come in all shapes and sizes, ensuring that whether you're in the mood for a gourmet experience or a casual bite, there's a local food truck ready to elevate your event.

Take, for example, Mijo's, a standout in Lubbock's food truck scene. Offering an innovative Mexican Fusion menu, Mijo's brings a unique flavor to any event, combining traditional Mexican dishes with creative culinary twists that are sure to impress your guests.

Skip the Line and Savor the Flavor at Your Lubbock Event!

Experience the convenience of Best Food Trucks' state-of-the-art online ordering system at your next Lubbock event. Say goodbye to the hassle of long lines and hello to more time enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the Hub City's gatherings. Attendees can effortlessly order from their smartphones and receive a notification when their delicious meal is ready to be picked up. This innovative approach ensures that the focus remains on the excitement of your event, whether it's soaking in the tunes at a local music festival or cheering at a Texas Tech Red Raiders game.

What's more, our pre-order feature allows your guests to select their preferred pick-up time before the event even begins. This means they can plan their meal around the day's activities, ensuring they don't miss out on any of the fun. With food trucks and online ordering, Best Food Trucks offers the ultimate way to keep your attendees engaged and satisfied with the best of Lubbock's culinary delights!

Food Truck Event FAQ

What is food truck catering?: Food truck catering is when you hire a food truck to provide freshly made meals from a full service mobile kitchen for your event. Instead of using large containers filled with food made hours earlier, food is made fresh and onsite.
How does food truck catering work with Best Food Trucks?: With Best Food Trucks, you choose the budget for your event and provide details like, time, date, how many diners and what type of party you're throwing. Best Food Trucks will send out your request to regional food trucks who will submit a proposal based on your budget.
How do we choose the budget for our food truck event?: You choose the budget (within our parameters) and we'll find proposals that match that budget. Every proposal we send you will be for your submitted budget. For example if you submit a budget for $2000 for 80 people, we'll send you menus from vendors based on that budget. You'll see various menus, but they'll all be for your $2000 request.
Are there different budgets for each food truck proposal?: No. Each proposal will be for the budget you've chosen. If you have a budget of $2000, we'll only send you proposals for your budget of $2000.
What are the menu choices for my food truck event budget?: Once you choose a budget, we'll confirm the details and send out a request for proposals to the regions best food trucks! We'll submit a link for you to view food truck menus. You'll be able to select the food truck of your choice directly from the review link we send you.
How much do events charge food trucks to participate?: The industry standard is 10%. However, some larger events with extra services and minimum guarantees charge up to 20%
Can I request special options like gluten free or vegan from the food truck?: YES!!! When you're requesting proposals you can make special requests in the "additional questions or comments" section.
How many customers can food trucks serve at an event?: Food trucks can serve 250-500 customers when fully stocked. However, many events have a refrigerated truck so food trucks can replenish their supplies.
How long does it usually take to book a food truck for an event?: In larger markets, it usually takes around one to three hours to start getting menu proposals back from food trucks. In smaller markets it can take up to 24 hours to see a list of menus for your region.
How many customers can food trucks serve per hour?: Food Trucks can serve 60-100 people per hour at an event with a limited event menu.
How many people can one food truck serve for a catering event?: Most food trucks can serve around 50-70 orders per hours. For bigger events, we suggest having multiple food trucks to ensure wait times don't get out of hand.
Can food trucks plug in to avoid using a generator?: Food trucks can plug into power outlets. They typically need two 110 with 20amp circuits.
Can we do online orders or pre-orders to reduce lines at the food truck for our event?: Best Food Trucks has the best in class technology platform to allow your guests to skip the line and order directly from their phone. This ensures that your customers can enjoy your event and avoid waiting in line. When their order is ready, they'll get a text message to come pick up their order.
Why should we book a food truck through Best Food Trucks instead of reaching out to food trucks directly?: Best Food Trucks has a huge network of food trucks that we regularly work with. We collect ratings through online ordering system food trucks use daily. With our data we know which food trucks are right for your events. Additionally, we give you a selection of the best food trucks in your region so you don't have to worry about booking an unreliable food truck.
Does a food truck need power?: Food trucks come with their own generators. If you'd like to a quieter experience and have access to plugs, a food truck works best with two 20amp 110 circuits.
What are the best food trucks for parties?: Food trucks that can serve fast and serve a cuisine that can easily be eaten while standing without having to use utensils, typically work for a party atmosphere.
Are food trucks cheaper than catering?: Food trucks can be cheaper depending on the menu. However, the prices can vary considerably. Food trucks typically need a bit more staff and are bringing a full service kitchen to your event so they have additional costs which can impact the overall cost.

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