Italian Food Truck Catering in Boston
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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.
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Italian Food Truck Catering in Boston
Planning an office lunch near the Seaport, a wedding on the North Shore, or a game-day tailgate outside Fenway? Best Food Trucks makes booking the best Italian food truck catering in Boston wicked easy. We partner with the city’s top mobile kitchens, so you can serve your guests piping-hot pizza, artisanal pastas, and all the trattoria favorites—no sit-down restaurant required.
Boston loves its Italian food, from the red-sauce joints in the North End to family Sunday dinners in the suburbs. Our trucks capture that same old-school flavor with fresh, local ingredients: think San Marzano tomato sauce, creamy burrata from Somerville dairies, and basil picked the morning of your event. It’s comfort food that travels—perfect for Back Bay office courtyards, South Boston block parties, and everything in between.
Best Food Trucks handles every detail. Tell us how many hungry Bostonians you need to feed, and we’ll match you with the perfect rig—wood-fired pizza ovens for 300-person corporate outings, or a handmade ravioli station for an intimate rooftop reception overlooking the Charles. We coordinate permits, arrival windows, and service flow, so you can relax and enjoy the chow.
Why choose Italian cuisine from a food truck? It’s interactive, Instagram-worthy, and faster than waiting in line at the North End on a Saturday night. Picture your guests grabbing a slice of margherita while watching the sunset on Carson Beach, or twirling forkfuls of spaghetti carbonara at a Quincy Market fundraiser. The aroma alone will draw a crowd.
Looking for dessert or a late-night bite to complement your Italian spread? Pair your pasta with Boston favorites like The Whoo(pie) Wagon, The Whoo(pie) Wagon Too!, or some smoky goodness from Butter "UR" Biscuit. Craving something completely different? Papi's Stuffed Sopapillas and Mr. Gourmet Sausage Specialist are ready to roll in and round out the menu.
From Cambridge tech-company lunches to Worcester-bound wedding rehearsals, Best Food Trucks is the trusted name for Italian food truck catering Boston calls first. Click the button below to get started, and let’s bring a little taste of the North End to your next event—no traffic on the Zakim required.
Skip the Line, Boston—Mangia and Mingle!
Nothing kills the vibe of a South End block party faster than a long food line. That’s why Best Food Trucks brings the same Italian food truck catering Boston loves together with a cutting-edge online ordering system. Your guests can browse the menu on their phones—think brick-oven margherita, lobster fra diavolo rolls, or pillowy gnocchi—tap to order, then get a text when it’s ready. No more crowding the truck, just more time to raise a toast or catch the Sox score.
Hosting a lunchtime rally on Boston Common or a rehearsal dinner in Beacon Hill? Send a pre-order link the day before so everyone can lock in a pick-up window that fits their schedule. Early birds snag the 12:15 slot, late arrivals grab 12:45, and nobody misses a speech—or a cannoli.
From Kendall Square tech summits to waterfront weddings in Charlestown, our online ordering keeps service flowing like Nonna’s Sunday gravy. You look like a pro, your guests stay focused on the fun, and our Italian kitchens crank out dishes at peak freshness.
The city’s top event planners rely on Best Food Trucks for seamless, professional results. Whether you’re a first-time host or a seasoned Fenway suite coordinator, we’ll make sure your Boston Italian food truck catering runs smoother than the Green Line on a good day. Click “Book Now,” then sit back and enjoy the party—we’ll handle the rest!
To give you a taste
12" Pizza Margherita
18” Pepperoni Pizza
Small Shaved Ice - Build your own!
Polpette
Whannoli®
Meaty Trio
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How We Make Food Truck Catering Easy
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 (166,123 reviews)
Amanda M.
12 September 2025
Mr. Gourmet Sausage was AWESOME! They arrived with plenty of time to set-up, kept me up to date on the number of guests served, and were super courteous to our guests. Best Food Trucks made the booking very easy and were so pleasant to work with.
Aviva F.
31 July 2025
It was so fun having the truck at our wedding! The truck arrived on time, people were served quickly, and the person working the truck was so kind and accommodating. We loved taking photos with the truck with our photographer and we got sent with lots of leftovers at the end of the night. All our guests continue to rave about the ice cream sandwiches!
Lindsay C.
16 June 2025
These guys and gals were AMAZING! They were here early, set up fast, and were so nice and full of energy! The food was delicious - shout out those empanadas!! Everything was great, 10/10 would recommend.
Melissa N.
10 June 2025
Papi’s catered my daughter’s high school graduation party. They were such a huge hit! The adults, the teenagers and all the kids kept raving about how delicious everything was. They had a great variety to choose from…something for everyone. Even the pickiest eater loved them. And it was a different and unique food truck option, something more fun than your average food truck. I wholeheartedly recommend them for your next party. I’m still getting texts from family and friends talking about the food. They were amazing!!!
Kristen Leigh C.
13 March 2025
The presentation was wonderful! Also the Whoopee pies were delicious, I got the Boston crème pie and it was outstanding!
Susan C.
13 March 2025
The able to order online and just pick up. I have a coworker who was just talking about fundraising for her children, and I told her about this.
Kevin D.
27 December 2024
Everyone enjoyed their lunch!! Great job
Jill B.
24 October 2024
The guys were amazing, so friendly, did a great job serving and keeping up with the crowd.
Paula P.
6 August 2024
An all-around great experience! Would hire them again in an instant.
Emily G.
16 July 2024
Food was fantastic and the team was great to work with!
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.