Food Truck On Location Catering 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.
- Cities
- 1900+
- Caterings
- 7,000+
- Attendees
- 800,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Hot, Customizable Meals for Every Des Moines Studio Set!
Whether you’re filming a commercial along Ingersoll Avenue, shooting B-roll at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, or working late inside one of the East Village sound stages, Best Food Trucks brings the best food truck catering in Des Moines straight to your studio. Our crew knows the unique rhythm of Iowa productions: early call times, rapidly changing schedules, and that famous Midwestern appetite. We’ll design rotating daily menus that keep cast and crew excited, locate the optimal serving spot—even if it’s a pop-up lot behind the Iowa Events Center—streamline online ordering and pickup, and verify every vendor’s permits and insurance so you don’t have to.
Craving local flavor? Treat the team to sizzling street tacos from Tacos Degollado, the fresh-off-the-grill creations of Tacos La Barca D.C., or the crowd-pleasing quesabirrias at Ninas Tacos. Need a late-night pick-me-up after a Capitol dome night shoot? Taqueria La Esperanza has you covered. And for plant-powered comfort food that keeps energy high without weighing anyone down, the local favorite Veggie Thumper is always a smash hit.
From detailed cost analysis that fits your production budget to eco-friendly service that cuts down on food and packaging waste, our studio food truck catering in Des Moines lets you focus on getting the shot while we handle every mealtime detail. Partner with Best Food Trucks and make “What’s for lunch?” the easiest line on today’s call sheet.
Fueling Des Moines Dreams & Small Businesses
Booking studio food truck catering in Des Moines isn’t just a delicious decision—it’s an investment in the vibrant small-business community that makes our city special. Nearly every truck that rolls up to your set is owned by a Beaverdale family, a Drake University alum with a culinary dream, or a South Side pit-master who learned the craft at the Downtown Farmers’ Market. Your catering dollars stay right here in Central Iowa, circulating through local farms, suppliers, and neighborhood kitchens.
Food trucks also tread lightly on the planet—perfect for productions that value a smaller footprint. Because the kitchens are compact, they burn less energy than traditional commissary catering and generate fewer single-use plastics. Many Des Moines vendors, like Veggie Thumper and The Outside Scoop, even compost their prep scraps at the city’s green-waste facility and serve with biodegradable cutlery.
So the next time your call sheet reads “Lunch TBD” and you’re Googling “studio food truck catering Des Moines”, hit up Best Food Trucks. You’ll get crowd-pleasing meals, greener service, and the satisfaction of keeping our hometown food scene rolling.
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Our Food Truck Catering Cuisines
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 (172,733 reviews)
GREG H.
16 June 2026
This was my first time looking into getting a food truck on site to feed our employees. You guys made it very easy and so did Paul, with Doc E's BBQ! The food was delicious and everyone I talked to say the same! The portions were perfect and was a very easy process. I had the pulled pork with slaw on top for my first plate and then later on Paul gave us a pan of ribs that were phenomenal!
Jean R.
30 September 2026
Amazing! Perfect for the baby shower and 60 + guests. Everyone was able to order what they liked - beef, chicken, fish or vegetarian The truck owners are awesome. They are so kind, friendly and fun. Recommend this highly - no mess in your kitchen with catering.
Aj H.
29 September 2026
Pizza was very good. Not too much cheese or sauce. Good crust. Dough wasnt soft and chewy or hard and crispy, but right in the middle. Gentlemen working the food truck were nice and professional. Service was faster than expected. Exactly what I look for from any food truck. Will be returning and will be recommending people to try out this food truck.
Jordan K.
29 September 2026
Great food, friendly service, and on time... what more could you want?!
Teresa L.
29 September 2026
The food was delicious and the customer service was remarkable. The friendly personality of the owner made the experience even more enjoyable! Highly recommended using Fat Katz for your event!
Mike F.
28 September 2026
Moses and his team did an incredible job! Zero logistical issues and zero worries during the event so that I could focus on networking and hosting. Our guests LOVED the food. 100% would hire them again
Anne G.
28 September 2026
The cheesy consistency was very good! Could of used a sharper Spicer cheese, but that's just me... I love the spice! Overall very enjoyable Mac and cheese!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Denise D.
28 September 2026
He was super professional and everybody loved it.
Julia Z.
28 September 2026
Food and service were both amazing! We would highly recommend booking Doc E's BBQ!!!
Katie L.
28 September 2026
I cannot say enough GREAT things about Grand Mom's Taco truck....they were so professional and nice and the food was OUTSTANDING! I would have them back for an event in a minute!!
