Caribbean Food Truck Catering in Richmond
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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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Authentic Caribbean Food Truck Catering in Richmond, VA
From Carytown block parties to riverside weddings along the James, Richmond events deserve bold flavor. Best Food Trucks delivers with the city’s most trusted Caribbean food truck catering. We handle all the logistics—permits, parking, power—so you can relax and dream about jerk spice, sweet plantains, and island-fresh seafood. When you need “Caribbean food truck catering in Richmond” that guests will be raving about long after the steel drums stop, we’re your one-stop solution.
Our local lineup is packed with RVA favorites:
- Mobile YumYum – Famous for jerk chicken tacos, loaded Caribbean nachos, and “good Caribbean soul food experiences” that speak to both Jamaican roots and Richmond comfort.
- Latin Quarter – Bright, festive flavors straight from the islands, perfect for corporate lunches in Shockoe Bottom or VCU tailgates.
- Mobile Yum Yum Food Truck & Catering – Chef Niki’s fusion of Caribbean culture and Southern soul brings RVA classics like Yum Yum Rolls and tender jerk chicken sliders.
- La Bête – A Caribbean-Creole twist on New American bistro dishes, ideal for elevated cocktail hours in the Fan District.
- SweetTooth Ice Cream Dessert Truck – Cool things down with rum-raisin-inspired scoops, funnel cakes, and fried Oreos—because every island feast in Richmond needs a sweet finale.
Whether you’re hosting a graduation at Maymont, an office lunch downtown, or a festival at Brown’s Island, our curated fleet can handle guest lists from 25 to 2,500. Best Food Trucks pairs you with the right Richmond Caribbean food trucks, builds custom menus (think callaloo, mofongo, and coconut-laced gizzada), and provides on-site support so service runs smoother than a lazy float on the James.
Ready to bring tropical vibes to your next Richmond gathering? Book with Best Food Trucks today and let the city taste the islands—no passport required.
Skip the Line and Keep Your Richmond Party Rolling!
Nothing kills the vibe at a Shockoe Slip soirée or a Scott’s Addition block party faster than a long food line. With Best Food Trucks’ cutting-edge online ordering system, your guests can soak up the music and mingle instead of hovering around the window wondering when their jerk chicken is ready. From their phones, they place an order with your Caribbean food truck, choose a pickup time, and get a text the moment their mango-habañero wings or plantain bowls are hot and waiting.
Hosting a riverside wedding at Rocketts Landing? Email your guests a pre-order link the week before. They can lock in their favorite dishes for a specific time—before, during, or after the ceremony—so service flows smoother than the James. No bottlenecks, no confusion, just pure island flavor delivered right on schedule.
Food truck catering with real-time ordering is Richmond’s favorite event hack. It lets you:
- Keep the focus on your celebration, not a queue.
- Serve large crowds at Maymont, Brown’s Island festivals, or VCU tailgates without extra staff.
- Showcase professional, tech-forward service that corporate planners in downtown RVA love.
So the next time you’re Googling “Caribbean food truck near me in Richmond,” remember: Best Food Trucks pairs unbeatable island menus with seamless online ordering. Your guests get exceptional eats, you get a stress-free event, and RVA gets one more reason to party.
To give you a taste
Bang Bang Shrimp Tostones
Tampa Cuban Sandwich
Yuca Fries
Jerk Chicken Wings
Poule Fri Fritay Combo
Trinidadian Doubles
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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 (158,934 reviews)
Lindsay C.
16 June 2025
These guys and gals were AMAZING! They were here early, set up fast, and were so nice and full of energy! The food was delicious - shout out those empanadas!! Everything was great, 10/10 would recommend.
Donna B.
6 June 2025
The fried catfish. I only wish you would have added more packets of tartar sauce. I ended up having to use some cocktail sauce that I had.
Davia T.
29 May 2025
To be honest I was kinda skeptical because of how expensive the burger alone seems but the food is totally worth it! Best burger I’ve had in a while! They are thinner patties but all of the flavors work so well together, and the fries are nice and fresh and crispy as well!
TAMMY N.
14 May 2025
Moist and tender chicken with a kick of heat that I love anything spicy and fries are perfect crisp with the seasoning very good
Megan M.
19 March 2025
The owners communicated well, made delicious food, and were great to talk to! I will hire them again!
Dwinell O.
26 January 2025
The unique option's were delightful. The sauces were yummy, but would have been better if they filled the little cups.
Nicole T.
18 January 2025
I loved the tropic plate . Excellent. The coconut cake was horrible . Perfect it, or take it off the menu . DRY AS A BONE
Elisa P.
16 January 2025
Preorder orders are ready on time I waited 15mins after my time. Also make sure orders are completed.
Kevin D.
27 December 2024
Everyone enjoyed their lunch!! Great job
Breanna A.
16 December 2024
Fin's Kitchen was great. Food was delicious, service was prompt, and the staff were pleasant and accommodating.
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.