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American Comfort Food Truck Catering in Rhode Island

You're not living in the last century, so why are you using catering based on the technology of 1908? Join your friends in the now, book your next American comfort food truck catering with industry’s best American food truck and welcome to the future!
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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+

Discover Rhode Island's Best American Comfort Food Truck Catering


There's nothing quite like the warm embrace of American comfort food, especially when it's served up fresh and hot from a food truck right here in Rhode Island. Forget about the disappointment of lukewarm mac and cheese from a buffet tray. Instead, imagine biting into a perfectly crispy, golden grilled cheese from Fancheezical, or savoring the smoky flavors of barbecue from Baby's Bonetown BBQ and Le Smoking BBQ, all without leaving the Ocean State. With Best Food Trucks, you're not just getting any catering service; you're getting a Rhode Island experience, complete with made-to-order dishes from trucks that specialize in American comfort cuisine. Plus, our industry-leading logistics mean your guests can enjoy their meal without the wait, receiving a text when their order is ready. This allows everyone more time to soak in the vibes of your event, from the shores of Narragansett to the bustling streets of Providence. Choose Best Food Trucks for your next gathering, and let us bring a taste of Rhode Island's finest American comfort food directly to you.

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How Best Food Trucks Bolsters Rhode Island's Small Businesses


Choosing Best Food Trucks for your American comfort food catering in Rhode Island does more than just delight your guests with delicious, heartwarming cuisine. It's a powerful way to support local Rhode Island entrepreneurs and small family-run businesses. Each food truck, from the iconic Fancheezical grilled cheese delights to the mouthwatering barbecue from Baby's Bonetown BBQ, represents the dreams and hard work of local Rhode Islanders. Opting for a food truck is not only a nod to eco-friendliness, thanks to their lower energy consumption and reduced waste compared to traditional catering, but it's also a vote of confidence in our state's economy. By hiring a Rhode Island-based American comfort food truck, you're getting exceptional food while contributing to a greener environment and bolstering the local economy. Next time you're searching for “American comfort food trucks near me” in Rhode Island, remember that with Best Food Trucks, you're choosing a deliciously responsible way to celebrate. Let's make your event unforgettable and support our local community together!

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To give you a taste

Mafioso Burger

Mafioso Burger

Tampa Cuban Sandwich

Tampa Cuban Sandwich

Gotti Special

Gotti Special

Fried Catfish Basket

Fried Catfish Basket

Bacon Cheeseburger

Bacon Cheeseburger

Hand Cut French Fries

Hand Cut French Fries

Best American Comfort Food Trucks in Rhode Island

Fancheezical

No Joke Smoke BBQ

Le Smoking BBQ

Supa Dupa food truck

Supa Dupa food truck

...and more!

Hire American Comfort Food Truckin Rhode Island today

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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 (150,362 reviews)

Stewart D.

29 April 2024

Great working with both Lawless Food and BFT. The food was excellent, great service, and would love to work with all again.

Erin P.

15 August 2023

Steven and staff were prompt, friendly and helpful to all of our guests. We would recommend renting to anyone interested in this cuisine.

Lillian L.

11 December 2024

The Buffaloaded Mac and cheese was great! Sandwiches were terrific and the tater tots are always awesome.

Andrew R.

10 December 2024

The team at P.H.A.T. Man's BBQ hands down are the best. Great customer service, showed up on time and ready to roll even in the rain. Gave us delicious BBQ and we would use them time and time again if our clients allow.

Tammy R.

10 December 2024

Fabulous- on time - TONS of food - great apps and just over all amazing service

Peggy D.

9 December 2024

All the food was delicious and they made it up with sausage and ribs for being a bit delayed but I would have waited for it anyway it was really really good

Michael R.

9 December 2024

One of my office's favorites. Great Brisket Melts and Tots.

Meredith K.

6 December 2024

The food and the team! By far my favorite food truck! I actually brought my lunch to work today, but had to push it aside when I saw they were on site!!

Kristin G.

5 December 2024

Hoss burger with double patties was great, the sauce and bacon on the burger was so good. Cajun fries amazing too. First time having Hoss. Will have it again!

Hayley D.

4 December 2024

Favorite part is the whole truck! This is my favorite food truck. Not a dud on the menu and always kind staff.

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.