Ice Cream Food Truck Catering in Charlottesville
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Ice Cream Food Truck Catering in Charlottesville
Planning a party on the Downtown Mall, a graduation bash on UVA Grounds, or a sunset wedding up at Carter Mountain? Best Food Trucks brings the coolest Ice Cream food truck catering to Charlottesville, so you can keep the Blue Ridge vibes high and the temperatures low.
Our local lineup starts with the hometown favorite Royal Creamery & Icery, spinning super-premium scoops that pair perfectly with a stroll past the Rotunda. Looking for something beyond traditional cones? Invite Bikini Panini and let their Mediterranean-inspired menu finish with house-made gelato or ice-cream-stuffed pastries your guests will never forget.
If you want savory eats alongside frozen treats, we can roll in Curbside Creations, Carytown Burgers & Fries, or the island-meets-southern flavors of Mobile Yum Yum Food Truck & Catering. Pair their comfort-food classics with locally churned ice cream, and you’ve got a full Charlottesville food truck court parked right in your driveway, office lot, vineyard, or brewery.
Every truck we book is fully vetted, licensed to serve in Albemarle County, and ready to dish out creamy, dreamy desserts made with high-quality ingredients—many sourced from Central Virginia dairies and orchards. From handcrafted waffle cones to vegan sorbets bursting with fruit from Nelson County, our ice cream catering menus can accommodate kids, students, alumni, and anyone else craving a sweet scoop.
So whether you’re tailgating before a Cavaliers game or hosting a tech-sector mixer in the Research Park, let Best Food Trucks handle the details. Click the “Book Now” button or call our Charlottesville catering team today, and secure the best Ice Cream food truck catering the 434 has to offer.
Skip the Line—Keep Your Charlottesville Party Rolling!
Best Food Trucks brings the same innovation to ice cream food truck catering in Charlottesville that Thomas Jefferson once brought to the University. Our mobile-friendly ordering system lets guests grab a Moo-Thru milkshake or a Royal Creamery waffle cone straight from their phones—no Downtown Mall–length lines required. Guests pick their flavor, choose a pickup time, and receive a text when their frozen treat is ready. The result? More time cheering on the Hoos, mingling at IX Art Park, or dancing under Carter Mountain sunsets, and zero time wondering, “When’s my ice cream coming?”
Planning a UVA graduation picnic? Send out a preorder link so parents and grads can lock in their scoops before the ceremony even starts. Hosting a brewery takeover at Starr Hill or Three Notch’d? Guests can order rounds of cider-sorbet floats without ever leaving the taproom. Online ordering keeps the spotlight on your event while our vetted Charlottesville ice cream trucks handle the rest—quick, contactless, and hassle-free. From backyard birthdays in Belmont to vineyard weddings in Albemarle County, trust Best Food Trucks for professional results that taste as sweet as the Blue Ridge views.
To give you a taste
Mixed Berry Ice Cream
Churro Sundae
Waffle Cones
Ice Cream Filled Donuts
Pint
Hawaiian Style Shave Ice
Best Ice Cream Food Trucks in Charlottesville
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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 (164,745 reviews)
Heather W.
26 June 2024
Great food and service!
Cathy M.
6 January 2026
The crispy crunchy bread. Also like that it doesn't come with a side because the sandwich is plenty by itself.
Kathleen M.
6 January 2026
When we ordered in September, it was awesome! This time, there were 4 misshapen ribs (one huge, 2 medium, one bite size). The sausage also tasted overcooked and was sliced into small pieces (nothing like the last time). The is was the first time that we had food requested at the start of the shift, and not at 7:00 PM, and it seemed as if this was leftover from a prior shift and 'dumped' on us. Was still tasty with the sauce, but disappointed in this trip (and we raved about Logan's to many friends.....)
Monica H.
6 January 2026
The staff running the truck was amazing.. We had a lot of people bombard the truck after my mother’s services and they got people food quickly. They had their serving down. We would definitely hire them again.
Emma T.
5 January 2026
The food was fantastic and exactly what we needed! Thanks so much
Danielle G.
5 January 2026
Food was great! It was made exactly how I wanted. I had loaded steak fries without lettuce. Food was nice and hot and flavorful. The staff was very nice thoughtful and attentive. I will definitely be ordering from this business again and leaving a nice tip . Thank you for the great food
Margie L.
2 January 2026
We ordered the Chili Chicken Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, and an order of wings. Everything was delicious
Candice V.
1 January 2026
The Buffalo Chicken Pizza was perfect and the Pepperoni with Bell Pepper was good. I personally had a problem with my veggie pizza, but it is really my fault because I guess the veggie pizza comes with Truffle Oil on it and either I didn't see that or I don't like Truffle Oil. So really the truck gets a 5.
Jake D.
31 December 2025
It was fresh and delicious and phenomenal value at $15. I'll definitely eat there again next time they're at Peabody.
Wendy G.
31 December 2025
. They are really good but I would suggest a better description of the size. We would have ordered a few more.
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.