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Italian Food Truck Catering in Sarasota

Aaaaaoooohhhh! Word on the street is that you've been talking with some steam jockeys about serving Italian cuisine, the cuisine ordained a miracle by over 917 different religions galaxy-wide, in cold, soulless pans like your guests are some kinda cattle. Give the old style of catering an offer it can't refuse and let Best Food Trucks bring you into la famiglia for the best Italian food truck catering ever. Ottimo!
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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+

Italian Food Truck Catering in Sarasota

Planning a wedding on Siesta Key, a corporate luncheon in Downtown Sarasota, or a family reunion at Bayfront Park? Best Food Trucks is your one-stop solution for authentic Italian food truck catering in Sarasota. Our local team lives and works right here on the Suncoast, so we know exactly which Italian food trucks will wow your guests—whether you’re hosting a dozen coworkers or thousands of hungry snow-birds.

Picture this: hand-tossed Margherita pizza sizzling in a brick-oven on wheels, ribbons of house-made fettuccine tossed with Gulf-fresh shrimp, and the aroma of garlic, basil, and imported Parmigiano drifting across your venue. That’s the magic of an Italian food truck, and it’s why Sarasota event planners keep coming back to us.

Best Food Trucks has spent years curating the largest network of Italian food trucks on Florida’s Cultural Coast. We handle permits, parking logistics, and on-site service so you can relax and enjoy the party. From festivals at Nathan Benderson Park to graduation celebrations at Ringling College, our concierge crew makes Italian food truck catering in Sarasota seamless.

Why choose an Italian food truck over a traditional caterer? Mobility lets us set up almost anywhere—from Lido Beach pavilions to Lakewood Ranch cul-de-sacs—while our open kitchens entertain guests as chefs twirl dough and sauté sauces right before their eyes. It’s fresh, interactive, and unmistakably Sarasota.

And if you’d like to round out your menu, we can easily pair your Italian entrée truck with local favorites: crispy fries from Currywursttruck SRQ, gourmet desserts from Carousels or Sunsets & Sweets, ice-cream creations from Motown Treats LLC, or craft burgers from Tampa Burger Company. With Best Food Trucks, building a multi-truck lineup is as easy as a stroll down St. Armands Circle.

Don’t settle for generic catering. Give your guests the unforgettable taste of Italy—served Sarasota-style—from the area’s best food trucks. Reach out to Best Food Trucks today, and let’s start planning an Italian food truck experience your guests will rave about long after the Gulf Coast sunset.

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Skip the Line—Savor More Time with Your Sarasota Celebration!

Whether you’re toasting a sunset wedding on Lido Beach or cheering the Sailors at a Sarasota High grad party, Best Food Trucks’ online ordering system keeps the spotlight where it belongs—on your event. Guests simply scan a QR code, choose their favorite Italian dish—perhaps Nonna-style lasagna or a truffle-oil Margherita slice—and then mingle on the tiki-lit terrace while they wait for a text that their food is ready. No long queues, no guessing when the cannoli will land in their hands—just pure Gulf-coast fun.

Need to feed early-arriving vendors at The Ringling Courtyard or stagger pickups during a corporate retreat near Payne Park? Send a pre-order link ahead of time and let everyone lock in a pickup window that fits their schedule. Our system syncs seamlessly with every Italian food truck in our Sarasota fleet, so your ravioli stays al dente and your timeline stays on track.

From Siesta Key block parties to Lakewood Ranch charity galas, local planners trust Best Food Trucks to deliver restaurant-quality Italian eats with zero hassle. Online ordering, live order tracking, and coordinated pickup times ensure your event looks—and feels—professional, even if you’re planning it for the very first time. Ready to give your guests more time for limoncello toasts under the banyan trees? Partner with Best Food Trucks today and taste just how easy exceptional catering in Sarasota can be.

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To give you a taste

12" Pizza Margherita

12" Pizza Margherita

18” Pepperoni Pizza

18” Pepperoni Pizza

Small Shaved Ice - Build your own!

Small Shaved Ice - Build your own!

Polpette

Polpette

Whannoli®

Whannoli®

Meaty Trio

Meaty Trio

Best Italian Food Trucks in Sarasota

Tampa Burger Company

Tampa Burger Company

Currywursttruck SRQ

Currywursttruck SRQ

Sunsets & Sweets

Sunsets & Sweets

Piccolo Pizzetta

Piccolo Pizzetta

Motown Treats LLC

Motown Treats LLC

...and more!

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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 (159,873 reviews)

Julia L.

20 May 2025

Responsive, on time and delivered as promised! Everyone loved their meals! Easy peasy party to plan, thanks in part to BFT and Tampa Burger Co!

Marci P.

31 July 2025

Well, my husband and I ordered the Italian beef sandwich and it was phenomenal. The crunch on that bread was amazing. Probably the best sandwich I've ever had on Italian beef as a matter of fact, it was the best sandwich ever.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Sharon G.

31 July 2025

Truck arrived well before the event to prepare. The owners/workers were very friendly as I met them upon arrival. They provided a varied selection of entrees to satisfy everyone's tastes and provided options for those with dietary restrictions. Food was also delicious per the team; I can say the burgers and burritos were a hit.

Leon O.

31 July 2025

Despite the fact that the food was fabulous, I will share with everyone I know to never patronize the Smokin' Dough food truck. The person who handed me my order was rude and yelled at me when I asked about the diet cola that I ordered that they were unable to fulfill. They do not understand customer service, and when I shared that I wouldn't be coming back, she seemed gleeful at that prospect. Smokin' Dough is not an inexpensive food truck and I had even left a 10% tip when I placed the order online. That was a huge mistake.

Kenneth S.

31 July 2025

Food is great. Really appreciate the effort put in to how we as customers are treated as well. Great service!!!

Aviva F.

31 July 2025

It was so fun having the truck at our wedding! The truck arrived on time, people were served quickly, and the person working the truck was so kind and accommodating. We loved taking photos with the truck with our photographer and we got sent with lots of leftovers at the end of the night. All our guests continue to rave about the ice cream sandwiches!

Terry F.

25 July 2025

Customer service, the food, the atmosphere. They stayed during a storm, on top of all that did I say the food was great? Because it's soo good!

Christine P.

24 July 2025

I ordered cauliflower crust but I don't think that's what I got. Just an intolerance to gluten so no issue...but really wanted to try the cauliflower

Jen S.

24 July 2025

for everything except the funnel cake. A 2 for the funnel cake. It was not done it was doughy. It's in the air fryer right now 😞

Anne K.

24 July 2025

The pizza is delicious. But I asked for arugula on it and paid extra. They didn't put any arugula on it.

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.