Food Truck Holiday Catering in Des Moines
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.
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- 300,000+
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Food Truck Catering for Parties in Des Moines
From backyard birthdays in Beaverdale to graduation blowouts near Drake University, every Des Moines party planner knows that food can make—or break—the celebration. Forget juggling crock-pots or worrying whether the queso will stay warm. Best Food Trucks brings the top food truck catering in Des Moines directly to your driveway, office lot, or shelter at Gray’s Lake. We handle all the scheduling, health permits, and payment logistics so you can focus on showing your guests genuine Iowa hospitality.
Our mobile kitchens roll in fully self-contained, which means no crowded countertops or post-party dish piles. Guests line up outside, grab their meals hot off the truck, and head back to the party with zero mess inside your home or venue. It’s the easiest way to serve chef-crafted cuisine while keeping your living room or rented hall completely open for mingling, dancing, and, of course, a little friendly debate about the Cyclones versus the Hawkeyes.
Craving killer tacos that rival anything at the Downtown Farmers’ Market? Request local favorites like Tacos Degollado, the family-run powerhouse known for carne asada that sizzles even on chilly Iowa nights. Or book Tacos La Barca D.C. for authentic al pastor shaved right off the trompo—perfect fuel before a concert at Lauridsen Amphitheater.
If your guest list leans vegetarian or vegan, invite the plant-powered crew at Veggie Thumper. Their vibrant grain bowls and smoothies prove Des Moines cuisine is more than pork chops on a stick. Need late-night street-style bites after a wedding reception in the East Village? Ninas Tacos and Taqueria La Esperanza serve up crowd-pleasing Mexican plates that keep the dance floor packed until last call.
No matter the size or vibe of your gathering, Best Food Trucks makes party planning simple: one online request, multiple curated truck options, and a single consolidated payment. That’s why Des Moines trusts us for food truck catering at birthday parties, anniversaries, neighborhood block parties, and even tailgates outside Principal Park. Book today and let the best meals in the 515 roll right up to your celebration!
Skip the line and keep your Des Moines party rolling
Nothing kills the vibe at a backyard bash in Beaverdale or a graduation open house near Drake faster than a long food line. Best Food Trucks solves that problem with our Des Moines–ready online ordering system. Guests simply scan a QR code, choose their pork tenderloin sandwich, falafel wrap, or taco flight right from their phones, and get a text when it’s hot and ready at the truck—no need to abandon the bags game or pause the “Sweet Caroline” sing-along.
Hosting a birthday at a Gray’s Lake shelter or a tailgate outside Principal Park? Send a pre-order link with the invite so friends can pick a specific time slot before, during, or after the party. Food hits the pass window exactly when they want it, and you stay free of catering spreadsheets, cash boxes, and chaos.
From East Village loft parties to Merle Hay neighborhood block blowouts, food truck catering with online ordering keeps the spotlight on your celebration while the 515’s best chefs handle the cooking. Exceptional eats, zero hassle—that’s the Best Food Trucks promise to Des Moines party planners.
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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 (163,453 reviews)
Karen M.
28 October 2025
Hire this truck for your event! I hired them with about two weeks notice for my 50th birthday party, and I’m so glad I did! Donnell was fantastic to work with in terms of planning, and the food was *all* amazing—my guests could not stop raving. They worked with me to do small portions of more items so that we could have a variety… I chose jerk chicken, salmon, wings, and chicken tenders as entrees, and sides included Rasta Pasta, rice and peas, cabbage, and Yummy Mac. Everything about the entire experience was highly organized and super friendly, including impeccable service on the night of the event! Yummy food, and fantastic friendly service-you can’t go wrong! 😃
Ruth G.
14 October 2025
Great food and service
Ruth G.
14 October 2025
Food was amazing!
Shari S.
24 September 2025
The guests loved it! Truck was on time and ready to serve as scheduled. The staff was terrific. Thank you!!!
Maggie J.
15 September 2025
The food was fantastic and HUGE! It was a big hit. Excellent communication from the trunk owner. Small hiccups that were professional handled.
Alice A.
9 September 2025
Absolutely perfect and délicious!!!
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!!
Jessica A.
12 August 2025
The team with Alabama Ali’s was amazing! They were on time, friendly and added a wonderful touch to our event! Also, the food was absolutely delicious!
Soraya G.
5 August 2025
Food was delicious and the staff was AWESOME!!!
Julie W.
5 August 2025
It was perfect! Food was excellent and the ordering process for a group of 100 was amazing! Everyone loved it!
