Deli Food Truck Catering in Tacoma
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+
Tacoma’s Tastiest Deli Food Truck Catering
From Proctor District block parties to waterfront receptions on Ruston Way, Best Food Trucks is Tacoma’s top choice for deli food truck catering. If your crew calls it a sub, grinder, hero, or hoagie, our trucks roll in with Pacific-Northwest-sized stacks of meats and cheeses that would make any Stadium High grad proud.
Think thick-cut cold cuts layered on pillowy rolls, drizzled with zesty Italian dressing, plus sides of Tim’s Cascade Chips, golden fries, and Washington-apple slaw—everything prepped fresh right here in Grit City. Your guests grab their sandwich and are back to cheering on the Rainiers at Cheney Stadium faster than the Narrows Bridge breeze.
Want even more variety at your Tacoma deli food truck catering? Mix and match menus from our local favorites:
- Melty half-sized paninis and harvest-fresh salads from Gourminis
- Epic cheese pulls on artisan bread courtesy of The Cheese Pit
- Low-carb comfort classics from Best of Both Worlds
- New-York-style sausage & pepper heroes from Wiseguy
- Hand-crafted cannoli and gelato sandwiches from L'ITALIANO
When you book deli food truck catering in Tacoma with Best Food Trucks, you’re hiring pros who know the Tacoma Dome loading docks, the parking quirks on 6th Ave, and how to keep food hot even during a classic Puget Sound drizzle. Click below and let us bring the neighborhood deli you grew up with straight to your event—Tacoma style!
Skip the Line—Soak Up Tacoma’s Party Vibes Instead!
No one heads to a birthday bash in Point Defiance Park or a company tailgate outside the Tacoma Dome hoping to stare at a food-truck line. With Best Food Trucks’ cutting-edge online ordering system, your guests tap in their deli cravings right from their phones, keep mingling, and get a text the moment their sandwich is up. That means more time chasing kids by the Rose Garden, less time wondering when the pastrami will be ready.
Hosting a big crowd on 6th Ave or a sunset reception overlooking Commencement Bay? Send out our pre-order link and let folks schedule a pickup slot before the first toast or after the last encore. From piled-high hoagies to Tim’s Cascade Chips, every bite is ready exactly when they are.
Food truck catering with online ordering is Tacoma’s smartest way to keep the focus on your event while serving exceptional deli eats—zero hassle, zero clipboard chaos. The pros all over Grit City rely on Best Food Trucks for seamless, professional results. So the next time you type “deli food trucks near me Tacoma,” skip the scrolling and book with the team that knows 253 catering best. We’ve got you covered!
To give you a taste
THC Bagel!
Grilled Chicken
Italian Sub
Corned Beef on Rye
Caprese Di Parma
Hand Cut French Fries
Best Deli Food Trucks in Tacoma
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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 (161,639 reviews)
Debra B.
16 September 2025
All of it! Fries good, pizza cone inventive and delicious, people friendly and prompt on getting order ready
Maggie J.
15 September 2025
The food was fantastic and HUGE! It was a big hit. Excellent communication from the trunk owner. Small hiccups that were professional handled.
Liz W.
12 September 2025
Hot Off the Press is amazing!!!! We tried 3 different things and all of it was great! Definitely look forward to trying other menu items.
Rylie B.
11 September 2025
Delicious! Friendly! Professional! Highly Recommend.
Chris P.
4 September 2025
, food was phenomenal, I requested only brisket and sauce and I got incredible brisket with a surpassing of expectations portion
Rebecca S.
29 August 2025
I was home and didn’t plan on going back out. I got a pop up that the Melt Machine was a few minutes away. I placed an order and left my house for a grilled cheese and tots! LOVE the Melt Machine!!!!
Bronwen B.
29 August 2025
The sandwich and salad combination is a good value: whole sandwich and large salad. It was also very tasty.
George C.
28 August 2025
For a thin crust pizza it wasn't bad. The pepperoni was a bit greasy. All in all we were decently satisfied.
Maureen A.
28 August 2025
The Mac n cheese sandwich is perfect, the tomato soup is bomb. Y'all need to keep coming back every week!
Caroline P.
28 August 2025
The bao buns are amazing and so are the pork belly tacos. Me and my coworkers look forward to this truck more than any of the others!
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.