Food Truck Catering for Events in Traverse City:

Traverse City events are known for their vibrant atmosphere, stunning waterfront views, and now, an incredible selection of food truck catering options. Gone are the days when outdoor events in Traverse City relied solely on tent vendors. Today, food trucks have revolutionized event catering in our city, offering full-service kitchens that are completely self-contained, eliminating the need for additional permitting, power, and the lengthy setup and breakdown times associated with traditional tent vendors.

Whether it's a lively concert at the Open Space, an outdoor movie night by the bay, or any of the myriad festivals that light up our city, a food truck catering company in Traverse City provides options that were unimaginable with traditional tent vendors. Food trucks in Traverse City come in all shapes and sizes, ensuring that whether you're after a gourmet experience or a casual bite, there's a food truck that will meet the needs of your event attendees.

For those looking to add a unique flavor to their event, consider King Wubbz, known for their mouthwatering tacos that bring a taste of Mexico to Traverse City. Or, if you're in the mood for something from Eastern Europe with a twist, Lost Village Pierogi: "The Polished Cuban Grill" offers a fusion of Polish and Cuban cuisines that's sure to delight your guests.

Choosing food truck catering for your Traverse City event not only provides a memorable dining experience but also supports local businesses and adds a unique, local flavor to your gathering. With food trucks, your event catering is in good hands, allowing you to focus on enjoying the festivities and the beautiful Traverse City scenery.

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With Best Food Trucks' innovative online ordering system, event-goers in Traverse City can immerse themselves fully in the event experience without the hassle of waiting in line for food. Whether you're enjoying the National Cherry Festival or soaking in the vibes at the Traverse City Film Festival, you can order directly from your phone and receive a text when your delicious local cuisine is ready to be picked up. This seamless integration of technology ensures that attendees can concentrate on the event's attractions and Traverse City's breathtaking views.

Moreover, to streamline your experience at Traverse City's bustling events, Best Food Trucks offers the option to send out a pre-order link. This allows attendees to schedule their pickup before the event even begins, ensuring they don't miss a moment of the fun. Combining the convenience of food trucks with online ordering is the ultimate way to enhance your event experience in Traverse City, allowing you to enjoy the festivities and the exceptional local flavors without any interruptions.

Food Truck Event 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.
How much do events charge food trucks to participate?: The industry standard is 10%. However, some larger events with extra services and minimum guarantees charge up to 20%
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 many customers can food trucks serve at an event?: Food trucks can serve 250-500 customers when fully stocked. However, many events have a refrigerated truck so food trucks can replenish their supplies.
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 customers can food trucks serve per hour?: Food Trucks can serve 60-100 people per hour at an event with a limited event menu.
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 food trucks plug in to avoid using a generator?: Food trucks can plug into power outlets. They typically need two 110 with 20amp circuits.
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.

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