Ice Cream Food Truck Catering in Grand Rapids

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice scream. But you'll also be screaming a different tune with the old style of ice cream catering, leading to constant melt offs, disappointing product and the like. Let Best Food Trucks show you the sweetest, coldest ice cream food truck catering in the world!

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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: 1,900+
Caterings: 2,000+
Attendees: 300,000+
Cuisines: 80+

Ice Cream Food Truck Catering in Grand Rapids

Dreaming of a lake-breeze afternoon at Riverside Park with a waffle cone in hand? Best Food Trucks is your one-stop shop for Grand Rapids ice cream catering. From kids’ birthdays in Eastown to corporate picnics along the Grand River, we bring the creamiest, crowd-pleasing desserts right to your curb.

Our hand-picked fleet of Grand Rapids food trucks is packed with local favorites:

MyCone Creamery – Small-batch, premium hand-dipped scoops served from a family-owned dessert truck. Nothing beats a Cherry Michigan Sundae while strolling Calder Plaza during ArtPrize!
Around Baking Company – Gourmet baked goods and ice-cold treats that pair perfectly with summer concerts at Frederik Meijer Gardens.
Dolce Mini Cakes – Bite-size cakes, milkshakes and ice cream toppings that turn any Heritage Hill backyard party into a sweet celebration.
Top Chelf Catering – Known for savory American bistro fare, this truck also churns out decadent ice-cream-stuffed cookies for late-night wedding receptions.
Fire and Rice Paella – Book them for a full meal, then keep guests lingering with seasonal sorbets that cool you down after steaming paella.

Locals rave about our rotating menu of Michigan-made flavors—think Hudsonville classics, blueberry cheesecake, and dairy-free coconut lime—crafted with high-quality ingredients from West Michigan farms. Whether you’re hosting a tailgate before a Griffins game, fueling volunteers at Mel Trotter’s 5K, or treating employees at your downtown office, we have an ice cream truck that fits your vibe and budget.

Ready to book the best ice cream food truck catering Grand Rapids has to offer? Drop us a line today and let Best Food Trucks turn your next gathering into the “coolest” event in town.

Skip the Line and Keep the Party Chillin’ in Grand Rapids

Nothing melts the mood faster than a long line on a humid West Michigan afternoon. With Best Food Trucks’ cutting-edge online ordering system, your guests can grab their Hudsonville-inspired scoops without ever leaving their lawn chair at Riverside Park or their blanket at Ah-Nab-Awen. From the moment you share our pre-order link, friends can choose a pickup window—before, during, or after your event—straight from their phones. We’ll ping them with a text when their double fudge waffle cone or dairy-free coconut lime cup is ready, so they can keep cheering at a Whitecaps tailgate or snapping photos at ArtPrize instead of standing in a queue.

Food truck catering with online ordering is the smartest way to serve ice cream in Grand Rapids: no paper tickets, no crowd bottlenecks, just smooth service and smiling faces. Local event planners at Van Andel Arena and brides hosting receptions on Ada covered bridges already trust Best Food Trucks to deliver professional, hassle-free results. Want that same polish for your backyard block party in Eastown? Tap us today and see why Best Food Trucks is the coolest name in Grand Rapids ice cream catering.

To give you a taste

Mixed Berry Ice Cream

Churro Sundae

Waffle Cones

Ice Cream Filled Donuts

Pint

Hawaiian Style Shave Ice

Small Cup

Shave Ice

Waffle Cone

Pineapple Dole Whip

Best Ice Cream Food Trucks in Grand Rapids

Top Chelf Catering

Fire and Rice Paella

Ibison Concessions

MyCone Creamery

Dolce Mini Cakes

Around Baking Company

Schedule & Menu

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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

Really enjoyed my delicious burger. Nicely seasoned, bbq sauce was great. I was craving a charcooked burger and this hit the spot! Thank you!

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.