Dessert Food Truck Catering in Santa Barbara
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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.
- Cities
- 1,900+
- Caterings
- 2,000+
- Attendees
- 300,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Craving Something Sweet in Santa Barbara? Our Dessert Food Truck Catering Has You Covered!
From the salty breeze rolling off East Beach to the sunset concerts at the Santa Barbara Bowl, locals know that every perfect Central-Coast moment deserves an equally perfect dessert. Best Food Trucks makes it easy to satisfy that sweet tooth with the top dessert food truck catering Santa Barbara has to offer. Whether you’re planning a wedding at the Historic Mission, a graduation bash for your favorite Gaucho, or a Friday-night gathering in the Funk Zone, we roll in with fresh, made-to-order treats that blow ordinary sheet-cake out of the water.
Imagine the smiles when the iconic McConnell's Fine Ice Creams truck pulls up, scooping legendary Santa Barbara-made flavors like Salted Caramel Chip or Summer Strawberry. Prefer something warm and fluffy? Book sugar lips mini donuts and watch guests line up for hot, cinnamon-dusted minis made right before their eyes. Looking to balance sweet with savory? Pair your desserts with killer tri-tip sliders from Santa Barbara Food Connection for the ultimate local feast.
All of our partner trucks use premium ingredients sourced from Central Coast farms and purveyors—no frozen, pre-packaged pastries hiding in a fridge here. We coordinate permits, parking, and service so you can focus on enjoying the party (and maybe sneaking a second donut). When it comes to Santa Barbara dessert catering, Best Food Trucks delivers the freshest bites, the fastest service, and the most Instagram-worthy spreads in town.
Ready to turn your event into a sugar-filled celebration? Tap the “Book Now” button or give us a call, and we’ll match you with the ideal dessert food truck in Santa Barbara. Life is short—eat dessert first, and make it unforgettable with Best Food Trucks.
Stress-Free Dessert Truck Rental in Santa Barbara—No Lines, Just Good Times
Nothing kills the Fiesta spirit faster than a long dessert line snaking around El Presidio Park. That’s why Best Food Trucks equips every dessert truck rental in Santa Barbara with our lightning-fast online ordering system. From the moment we park near Stearns Wharf or on a Montecito estate, your guests can pull out their phones, tap in their order for churro donuts or a double scoop of McConnell’s, and get a text the second it’s ready. No hovering around the window, no missing the sunset over Leadbetter.
Throwing a gala at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History or a UCSB alumni mixer? We’ll email you a custom pre-order link you can drop into invitations or post on your event page. Attendees pick an exact time—before, during, or after speeches—and stroll up when their treat is hot, cold, and perfect. You focus on the toast; we’ll handle the sugar rush.
Whether it’s black-tie on State Street or flip-flops in Isla Vista, our combination of gourmet desserts and queue-busting tech keeps every celebration smooth and sweet. Searching for the best dessert food trucks near me? Book with Best Food Trucks and taste why Santa Barbara parties smarter—and sweeter—than the rest of the coast.
To give you a taste
Cobbler w/ Ice Cream
Whannoli®
Cobbler Shake
Small Shaved Ice - Build your own!
2020 Banana Crumb Whoopsie Pie
Dirt Pie Parfait
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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 (160,150 reviews)
Karen M.
29 July 2024
Great communication, service and food!
Deanna K.
19 July 2023
Process was super easy with the website. The food truck crew was friendly and efficient and the food was amazing!!!!! Would recommend 10/10.
Joe E.
8 August 2025
Tasty sandwich and soup. I pre ordered and received an email they would try to accommodate my scheduled pickup and was expecting a text when the order was ready but didn’t receive one. Upon going to the truck my order was handed to me immediately however.
Joe S.
8 August 2025
The food taser fresh and flavorful, and the French Fries were cooked perfectly brown and crispy, not soggy.
Steven S.
8 August 2025
Great flavor in the Buffalo Chicken Wrap and the fries were perfect. I would've appreciated a side dipping sauce of the Buffalo sauce.
Kara W.
8 August 2025
We received a ton of positive feedback on the food and the speedy service. The staff could have been more friendly, but overall it was a hit!
Peter S.
8 August 2025
Food and service was amazing
Richard H.
8 August 2025
food was great everyone enjoyed the experience staff were friendly and service was fast
Phil S.
8 August 2025
Please clarify if tots are included in the lobster rolls. I ended up with too many tots. Otherwise, all was great
Sarah C.
7 August 2025
Best cupcakes in Nashville! Visit your store in Lenox Village all the time - so pumped to have the truck in our neighborhood tonight! Cupcakes for the fam, and another box for co-workers tomorrow!
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.