Food Truck Convention 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+
Food Truck Catering for Events in Chicago
Chicago knows how to throw a party—from summer festivals in Grant Park and neighborhood block parties in Lakeview to corporate gatherings in the Loop. If you want Windy City guests raving long after last call, start with unforgettable food. Modern food truck catering for events in Chicago brings fully equipped, self-contained kitchens right to your curb, erasing the extra permits, generators, and long build-outs that old-school tent vendors needed.
Instead of juggling multiple caterers, roll in one (or several) of Chicago’s best food trucks and watch the lines form. Craving smoky barbecue? Book Soul & Smoke for tender brisket that tastes like it came straight off an Englewood backyard pit. Looking for bold Latin flavor? The bright red La Cocinita Chicago truck plates Venezuelan-inspired arepas that pair perfectly with a skyline sunset at Navy Pier.
Gourmet sandwiches from The Fat Shallot keep corporate teams fueled during all-day conferences at McCormick Place, while golden Argentine empanadas from 5411 Empanadas disappear fast at Wrigleyville watch parties. Hosting an intimate wedding in Pilsen? Bring the taste of Sicily with La Comodita and hand your guests a cannoli they’ll never forget.
From concerts at Millennium Park to outdoor movie nights on the Riverwalk, food truck catering in Chicago offers the flexibility, speed, and menu variety tent vendors simply can’t match. Whether you need upscale bites or casual street food, the city’s diverse fleet is ready to park, prep, and serve—no extra hassle required.
Skip the Line, Chicago—Grab Your Grub and Get Back to the Fun!
Best Food Trucks makes food truck catering in Chicago smoother than a ride on the “L.” Our online ordering system lets your guests browse menus, pay, and pick a pickup time—all from their phones. No more winding queues that snake past the stage in Grant Park or clog the concourse at Soldier Field. As soon as the cooks at your chosen Chicago food truck plate the order, a quick text alert tells the guest it’s hot and ready.
Planning a North Avenue Beach volleyball tourney or a corporate happy hour in Fulton Market? Send attendees a pre-order link a day in advance. They choose a time slot, the trucks prep in batches, and everyone shows up to their food—no waiting, no hassle. It’s the smartest way to keep people focused on your event while still delivering the deep-dish pizza slices, Italian beef sliders, or jibarito tacos they came hungry for.
Food truck catering for events in Chicago plus streamlined mobile ordering equals shorter lines, happier guests, and an event schedule that runs tighter than a Wrigley double-header. Let’s park, serve, and keep the party moving.
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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 (159,873 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.
Chris K.
23 October 2024
Super friendly crew, delicious cupcakes, banana cream pudding & butter cookies! Can't wait to hire them for next year!
Dominique P.
29 July 2025
The food was delicious and the service was amazing 10/10!
Jocelyn C.
28 July 2025
Great food and amazing service. Will definitely book again!
Murphy H.
22 July 2025
Shug's was amazing!! The owner was such a lovely lady and everyone LOVED the ice cream truck. They made our grand opening amazing! Thank you!!
Heidi M.
2 July 2025
On behalf of the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, I wanted to thank you for being a part of our Summer Picnic. The food truck was a huge hit with our staff—people really enjoyed the quality of the food, the service, and the overall experience. Your team was punctual, well-organized, and very professional throughout the event. The ordering process moved smoothly, and we received great feedback from attendees about both the food and the friendliness of your staff. We truly appreciate your partnership and would absolutely consider working with you again for future events. Thank you again for helping make our event a success!
Kyra H.
30 June 2025
Loved this food truck, both the food and the crew! They were wonderful, kind and very quick. The price was not too bad for what we got and we'd love to host with them again!
JANE F.
23 June 2025
Everyone enjoyed the meal, some thought soda should of been offered but all in all we will recommend.
Marjorie R.
20 June 2025
Everyone loved the food.
Marjorie R.
20 June 2025
Everyone loved the food.
