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American Bistro Food Truck Catering in Baton Rouge

No more scoop and serve chafing dishes! No more wondering where the catering is setting up or why it's taking them so long and they haven't even started cooking yet. Ditch the stagnant, ancient style of American Bistro catering for your next event and book an American Food Truck instead.
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Best Catering Expertise

By managing food truck daily life from event booking, to online ordering and catering we have cultivated an intimate relationship with great vendors throughout the country and know exactly which truck(s) will suit your needs, from a small neighborhood party to massive corporate events.

Cities
1,900+
Caterings
2,000+
Attendees
300,000+
Cuisines
80+

American Bistro Food Truck Catering in Baton Rouge

Why fight traffic on College Drive or stand in line at a crowded café when the bistro can roll right up to your curb? With American Bistro food truck catering in Baton Rouge, your crew gets hot, fresh, made–to–order meals without ever leaving the office, jobsite, or tailgate. From downtown offices overlooking the Mississippi River to neighborhood block parties in Mid City, Best Food Trucks brings the kitchen to you—piping-hot entrées, zero cafeteria vibes.

Our online ordering system is as smooth as a Bayou breeze. Guests select their dish, receive a text when it’s ready, and stroll over to pick up—no more glacial buffet lines or lukewarm casseroles. It’s the modern way Baton Rouge fuels lunch meetings, wedding receptions, and Saturday game-day gatherings.

Need menu inspiration? Tap into local favorites like the smoky plates from Boo's Best BBQ, crispy chicken perfection served up by Shade, or soul-warming bites from Sneaux Season. Craving even more comfort? Profit Smokin BBQ LLC and Certified Cuisine have you covered with Southern staples that keep employees and guests raving.

Whether you’re hosting a corporate lunch in the Perkins Rowe district or celebrating a win on the LSU Parade Ground, book American Bistro food truck catering with Best Food Trucks and taste why Baton Rouge eats best on wheels.

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Supporting Small Businesses in Baton Rouge

Every time you book American Bistro food truck catering in Baton Rouge, you’re keeping your dollars right here in the Red Stick. Most of the trucks we partner with are owned by LSU alumni, Mid City families, and veterans who live within a few miles of the Mississippi River levee. Choosing a Baton Rouge American Bistro food truck means the money from your tailgate on Nicholson Drive or your reception off Highland Road goes straight back into local payrolls, produce suppliers, and neighborhood commissary kitchens.

Food trucks are also a greener choice for Capital City events. Because these mobile kitchens run on compact, energy-efficient equipment and plate everything to order, they slash the food waste you’d find at a traditional buffet in a downtown ballroom. Fewer chafing dishes, fewer plastic trays, more fresh flavor—exactly what Baton Rouge expects.

So, the next time you Google “American Bistro food trucks near me in Baton Rouge,” skip the endless list and come straight to Best Food Trucks. You’ll get scratch-made burgers, loaded fries, and Bayou-inspired specials while fueling the small businesses that make our city taste like home.

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To give you a taste

Fried Catfish Basket

Fried Catfish Basket

Mafioso Burger

Mafioso Burger

Hand Cut French Fries

Hand Cut French Fries

Fried Avocado Tacos

Fried Avocado Tacos

Tampa Cuban Sandwich

Tampa Cuban Sandwich

Conway Mac and Cheese

Conway Mac and Cheese

Best American Bistro Food Trucks in Baton Rouge

Boo's Best BBQ

Boo's Best BBQ

Sneaux Season

Sneaux Season

Profit Smokin BBQ LLC

Profit Smokin BBQ LLC

Certified Cuisine

Certified Cuisine

Creole Roux Wagon

Creole Roux Wagon

...and more!

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Our features

Streamlined Requests

With our quick and simple online catering form, you can request food trucks for your next event in a matter of minutes, specifying your guest count, budget and dates.

Choose Your Favorites

After you submit a catering request to us, our team will check availability for you and send over a list of amazing food truck menus to browse through (try not to drool).

Simplified Payments

Once you've decided on which truck you'd like to book, confirming them is as easy as clicking a button. All payments are handled securely on our website for ease of booking.

Pre-Ordering

If your meal time is limited, our staff will work with you to coordinate an online pre-order system where meals are predetermined and handed out hot during service.

Support Team

Our dedicated support team will be with you every step of the way from planning to organizing to grubbing your little heart out. With every event you'll have a dedicated member of our team available in case anything should arise.

Corporate Portal

With customizable features, executives can set up their own account, add a credit card and let their employees order as they want from the food truck or set spending limits.

They talk about us

4.64 (160,307 reviews)

Staci F.

13 August 2025

We had the best experience and my daughter‘s first birthday having Jeet as our Food Truck everybody raved about the food and we truly enjoy the experience!!

Mandi J.

11 August 2025

The service was amazing and fast! The food, of course, was awesome too! Thank you for helping our event be successful!

Gene R.

9 August 2025

We don't eat red meat so finding a great Philly made with chicken was really special and it was delicious!

Joe E.

8 August 2025

Tasty sandwich and soup. I pre ordered and received an email they would try to accommodate my scheduled pickup and was expecting a text when the order was ready but didn’t receive one. Upon going to the truck my order was handed to me immediately however.

Joe S.

8 August 2025

The food taser fresh and flavorful, and the French Fries were cooked perfectly brown and crispy, not soggy.

Steven S.

8 August 2025

Great flavor in the Buffalo Chicken Wrap and the fries were perfect. I would've appreciated a side dipping sauce of the Buffalo sauce.

Kara W.

8 August 2025

We received a ton of positive feedback on the food and the speedy service. The staff could have been more friendly, but overall it was a hit!

Paul C.

7 August 2025

Pay attention to the order. Requested something not to be on the sandwich but they put it on anyway.

Patrick M.

7 August 2025

Great flavor and fresh. Bun is a little large but all in all incredly flavorful fresh burgers. And the best fries from a food truck we have ever had!

Karen M.

7 August 2025

The shrimp was cooked to perfection. The rice was a little spicy but mmmmm. We we started eating, conversation stopped.

Food Truck 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.
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 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 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 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.