Barbecue Food Truck Catering in San Jose
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Barbecue Food Truck Catering in San Jose: Bring Smokin’ BBQ to Every South Bay Party!
In San Jose, from family reunions at Alum Rock Park to corporate lunches on North First Street, your guests expect next-level barbecue. Forget the gray, lukewarm trays you’ve suffered through at tech-campus potlucks. True BBQ lovers in the 408 want meat that’s kissed by oak, sliced to order, and served piping hot right off the truck. Anything less is amateur hour—and San Joseans can sniff it out faster than they spot a HoloLens on Santana Row.
That’s why smart hosts book professional barbecue food truck catering. A rolling pit master parks curbside, handles the smoke science, and plates competition-worthy brisket, ribs, and pulled pork while you soak up compliments. It’s the easiest way to flip your gathering into “Boss Mode” and keep every Sharks fan, Apple engineer, and SJSU alum happily sauced.
Best Food Trucks partners with the South Bay’s most popular BBQ rigs, each ready to fire up right where you need them—from pre-game parties outside SAP Center to sunset weddings in the Santa Cruz Mountains:
- Jon Jon's BBQ – Legendary smoke rings and secret-recipe sauce that locals chase across the valley.
- Momo's Place – Fall-off-the-bone ribs and tri-tip that draw lunchtime lines in downtown San Jose.
- LISA CASTILLO – An American-bistro spin on barbecue with gourmet sides that wow Willow Glen foodies.
- Yummi BBQ – Asian-inspired marinades and smoky skewers perfect for festivals at Plaza de César Chávez.
- iLava Hawaiian Barbecue – Island-style plates packed with kalua pork and pineapple slaw, ideal for sunny South Bay block parties.
Ready to lock in crave-worthy barbecue food truck catering for your San Jose event? Hit “Book Now,” pick your favorite truck, and watch the smoke roll in. Your guests will taste the difference—and you’ll look like a Silicon Valley MVP.
Skip the Line and Keep Your San Jose BBQ Bash Rolling!
Nothing kills Silicon Valley party vibes faster than a long line. With Best Food Trucks’ mobile ordering platform, your guests can secure their barbecue straight from their phones while they keep networking, dancing, or cheering on the Sharks game in the background. A few taps, a quick Apple Pay, and they’ll get a text the moment their brisket sandwich or tri-tip taco is ready at the truck.
Hosting a lunchtime cookout at Adobe HQ or a birthday picnic in Los Gatos Creek Park? Send out a pre-order link so everyone can choose a specific pick-up window before the first spark hits the coals. Our system staggers orders for smooth service, meaning no crowding at the window and no cold ribs. It’s the smartest way to run barbecue food truck catering in San Jose: happy guests, zero stress, and you look like you engineered the perfect user experience.
From downtown tech mixers to backyard grad parties in Willow Glen, San Jose event planners trust Best Food Trucks for seamless BBQ catering and pro-level results. Ready to deliver smokin’ eats without the hassle? Tap “Book Now” and let us handle the rest—so you can focus on the fun.
To give you a taste
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Smoked Sausage (1/2 Lb)
BBQ Bus Sampler
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Sliced Brisket (1lb)
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Super PACS (Pork, Angus, Chicken + Sides)
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St. Louis Style Pork Ribs (1/2 Rack)
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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 (166,125 reviews)
Barbara P.
19 February 2026
The brisket was a little dry. Still good but I did use more bbq sauce than I usually do on a sandwich.
Katie W.
14 January 2026
The flavor was great...I ordered the link, and the generosity from the chef on adding pickles and toast was a lovely surprise. Also, the BBQ sauce was amazing!
Cathy M.
6 January 2026
The crispy crunchy bread. Also like that it doesn't come with a side because the sandwich is plenty by itself.
Kathleen M.
6 January 2026
When we ordered in September, it was awesome! This time, there were 4 misshapen ribs (one huge, 2 medium, one bite size). The sausage also tasted overcooked and was sliced into small pieces (nothing like the last time). The is was the first time that we had food requested at the start of the shift, and not at 7:00 PM, and it seemed as if this was leftover from a prior shift and 'dumped' on us. Was still tasty with the sauce, but disappointed in this trip (and we raved about Logan's to many friends.....)
Lionel D.
15 December 2025
The brisket and collards were on point. The flavor profile was spot on. Looking forward for the next time.
Terri B.
15 December 2025
the ribs had a nice smoky flavor and parts that were burnt ends, I love that. Sauce was very good too
Daniel F.
8 December 2025
Steven and family went out of their way to accommodate our needs, and their food was delicious! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks Cason's Que crew for an awesome experience!
Mary M.
4 December 2025
The brisket tacos were phenomenal. The sandwiches were also very good, a little saucier than my preference but I like little to no sauce, that's not a reflection of you guys, but it is all is very delicious.
Reed E.
3 December 2025
The pulled pork and brisket were incredible. Perfectly cooked, juicy, and packed with flavor. I'd eat it every week.
Stephanie B.
3 December 2025
Best chicken sandwich ever! It had a lot of meat and the flavor was amazing. The slaw was excellent too. Will look for them again.
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.