Food Truck 24-Hour Production Catering in Chicago
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
- 1900+
- Caterings
- 2,000+
- Attendees
- 300,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Hot, Customizable Meals for Chicago Studios—Ready When You Call “Lunch!”
From sunrise shoots along the Chicago River to late-night scenes at Cinespace on the West Side, Best Food Trucks keeps Windy City film crews fueled with the best food truck catering in Chicago. We understand the pressure of 12-hour days and union meal penalties, so our Chicago studio catering team designs rotating daily menus that satisfy every palate—whether your grip wants a plant-based bowl or your DP is craving something as bold as a Lake Shore Drive skyline.
We’ll scout the perfect curb on Canal Street, a heated lot in Bronzeville, or a tucked-away alley in the Loop, then streamline ordering through our online system. Every vendor is vetted for City of Chicago licenses, insurance, and Health Department certifications, and you’ll get a clear cost breakdown that protects your production budget.
Need variety that wows even the pickiest eater on set? Imagine Latin arepas and tacos from La Cocinita Chicago, smoky brisket sliders from Soul & Smoke, gourmet sandwiches like the truffle-infused grilled cheese from The Fat Shallot, flaky Argentinian classics from 5411 Empanadas, and Sicilian street-food favorites courtesy of La Comodita—all parked just steps from your soundstage.
Food truck catering for studios in Chicago isn’t just convenient; it’s eco-friendly. Individual portions mean less food and packaging waste than traditional buffets, helping you keep your set green while you go for the gold. Let Best Food Trucks take the guesswork out of mealtime for your Chicago studio production—so you can focus on capturing that perfect take.
Supporting Chicago’s Small Businesses—One Food Truck at a Time
Booking food truck catering for your Chicago studio shoot isn’t just the easiest way to feed a hungry crew—it’s a direct investment in the city’s maker culture. Every truck that rolls up to Cinespace, a Pilsen warehouse, or a River North loft is usually owned by a solo chef-operator or a tight-knit family outfit. When you tap Best Food Trucks for Chicago studio food truck catering, you’re funneling revenue back into neighborhoods like Logan Square, Hyde Park, and Albany Park, keeping the Windy City’s culinary scene vibrant and local.
Food trucks also tread lighter on set than traditional buffet lines. Because each meal is cooked to order inside the truck, you’ll see lower energy use, fewer Sterno cans, and a drastic cut in single-use pans. Our vendors serve in recyclable or compostable packaging whenever the Chicago Department of Public Health allows, so your film set catering stays green—literally and figuratively.
So the next time your AD shouts, “We need low-budget film catering near me—stat!” remember that a quick call to Best Food Trucks delivers hot, crave-worthy fare while supporting Chicago’s small business owners and the planet. Let us park behind your soundstage and prove that socially responsible can still taste spectacular.
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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 (164,523 reviews)
Alyse K.
24 July 2025
Food was great. Our client loved it and super fast turnaround. Served 50+ people in under 40 mins. I would recommend and I will book again.
Lindsay S.
8 July 2025
Food was AMAZING!! They were friendly and great with all our guests! Food was delicious and everyone at the party was raving about how good it was! Huge success!
Erika W.
12 May 2025
Our team really enjoyed the empanadas. Angel was great to work with and kept me informed the entire time.
Jenn W.
17 December 2024
Food was great and such a hit for our holiday party
Chris K.
23 October 2024
Super friendly crew, delicious cupcakes, banana cream pudding & butter cookies! Can't wait to hire them for next year!
Martha M.
10 September 2024
Excellent tacos, rice and beans, and street corn! My guests raved about the food! I would have La Patrona back in a heartbeat! Watch out for the salsa - they are both spicy!
Jordan O.
31 May 2024
Food was amazing and the team was very responsive in helping me find a food truck promptly.
Ruby G.
17 December 2025
The food was hot, freshly made. It had the right amount of sauce. They had the crushed red peppers, napkins & utensils available -didnt have to ask for anything 👍🏽 Food is delicious too. TY
Lionel D.
15 December 2025
The brisket and collards were on point. The flavor profile was spot on. Looking forward for the next time.
Matt T.
15 December 2025
Showed up early, were very friendly and the food was good.
