American Comfort Food Truck Catering in Pittsburgh
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+
Pittsburgh’s Best American Comfort Food Truck Catering
Yinz know there’s nothing like a plate of warm mac ‘n’ cheese or a juicy burger on a crisp evening down by the Three Rivers. Now imagine that same stick-to-your-ribs goodness coming hot off a food-truck griddle instead of from a tired chafing dish. That’s the magic of American comfort food truck catering in Pittsburgh—fresh, made-to-order classics served straight from a fully licensed rolling kitchen.
Skip the steel trays, the hour-old crust, and the question of “Who touched this?” With Best Food Trucks you can bring the city’s favorite comfort-food specialists right to your tailgate at Acrisure Stadium, your wedding photoshoot on the North Shore, or your company picnic under one of our 446 bridges. Our industry-leading online ordering system lets guests place their orders from their phones and gives them a text when their food is ready—so they can spend less time in line and more time cheering “Here we go, Steelers!”
Hungry yet? Check out some local legends ready to roll up:
- Hermes Food Truck – serving up American comfort staples hotter than a summer night at PNC Park.
- Revival Chili – slow-simmered chili that will warm you faster than a ride up the Duquesne Incline.
- Phills – barbecue pork, loaded fries, and deep-fried Oreos that put the “comfort” in comfort food.
- StrEat Food & Catering – elevated American favorites perfect for downtown corporate lunches or backyard block parties.
- PGH Burgers – smash burgers stacked as high as the U.S. Steel Tower.
Whether you’re hosting a University of Pittsburgh graduation bash in Oakland or a festival in Frick Park, American comfort food truck catering from Best Food Trucks keeps Pittsburghers happy, full, and ready for the next round of “Let’s go Bucs!” Book your truck today and taste why the Steel City loves its comfort food on wheels.
How Best Food Trucks Fuels Pittsburgh’s Small-Business Scene
Every time you book American comfort food truck catering through Best Food Trucks, you’re pouring money right back into the neighborhoods that make Pittsburgh special—from the tech boom in East Liberty to the mom-and-pop shops of Brookline. Most of our American comfort food trucks are run by solo entrepreneurs, married couples, or second-generation family businesses who’ve swapped brick-and-mortar rent for four wheels and a dream. Your order of mac-n-cheese bites or a Primanti-style smash burger helps those owners pay their crews, source fresh ingredients from the Strip District, and keep Pittsburgh’s small-business engine humming.
Choosing a food truck over traditional buffet catering is good for the planet, too. Our rolling kitchens sip less energy than a banquet hall, cook everything to order, and cut down on single-use pans and plastic. Less waste, smaller carbon footprint—Mother Nature thanks yinz!
So the next time you Google “American comfort food trucks near me in Pittsburgh,” skip the national chains and tap Best Food Trucks. You’ll get crowd-pleasing comfort food, an eco-friendly setup, and the satisfaction of supporting the Steel City’s vibrant small-business community—all in one delicious bite.
To give you a taste
Mafioso Burger
Tampa Cuban Sandwich
Gotti Special
Fried Catfish Basket
Bacon Cheeseburger
Hand Cut French Fries
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Best American Comfort Food Trucks in Pittsburgh
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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 (160,786 reviews)
Marissa T.
18 August 2025
The food was great and Rory hooked everyone up!
Debbie E.
30 June 2025
They were wonderful, food was delicious and they were very accommodating.
Ashley L.
5 June 2023
Food was fantastic
Nicky V.
22 August 2025
Burgers needed more fresh fixings (onion, lettuce) All our burgers had a tiny, wilted lettuce piece that we removed. Also the option to opt out of mustard
Isabel M.
21 August 2025
Sauce was delicious sides amazing. I'll prefer chicken without bones but other wise it was really good
Jackie K.
21 August 2025
The flavor is incredible. Not too salty, great amount of heat, and plentiful portions. Fabulous service as well!
Antjuan A.
21 August 2025
The food was good but I ordered green beans and got Mac and cheese which I don't eat. Otherwise, your score would be a 5
Elizabeth S.
21 August 2025
The burger and onion rings were great, and I loved the alert of when my food was ready so I didn't have to wait in line when I came down to get it!
Uri B.
20 August 2025
It’s as they promised, a less messy burger that tastes like a burger. It is a burger! Just less messy.
Kelley R.
20 August 2025
Everything! The fries were nice and hot, and seasoned well and my chicken burger was super awesome! That sauce on the burger was something deeeeelish! Good grief! I'm full and happy! 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.