Food Truck Movie Set Catering Catering in Washington DC
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
- 1900+
- Caterings
- 2,000+
- Attendees
- 300,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Hot, Customizable Meals for Every Washington DC Studio Shoot
Whether your production is lighting up Union Market’s Dock 5, staging a scene on the National Mall, or filming inside one of Brookland’s converted warehouses, our Washington DC food truck catering service keeps your cast and crew fed and focused. Best Food Trucks has spent years perfecting studio film-crew catering, and we now bring that expertise straight to the District.
We’ll curate rotating daily menus that respect tight call sheets and even tighter budgets, map out the best spots for trucks to stage on Pennsylvania Avenue or inside Ft. Totten’s lots, streamline mobile ordering and walk-up pickup, and verify that every vendor carries current DC Health Department permits and insurance. You’ll receive a clear cost analysis before the first take—no surprises, just satisfied stomachs.
Looking for American comfort food between setups? Book the District Small Bites truck for sliders and elevated mac & cheese. Need a gluten-free option next to craft-services? Two Smooth Dudes loads gourmet tater tots and fresh salads that please every palette. Craving Tex-Mex heat after a chilly sunrise shoot by the Potomac? Roaming Coyote brings “Howling Good” tacos and mini chimis right to set. For something globally inspired, Himalayan Soul Foods steams authentic Nepali momos that warm the crew, and New Gourmet Delight serves Asian-fusion favorites that travel perfectly from truck to trailer.
Food truck catering for studios in Washington DC is also an eco-friendly choice—fewer disposable trays, less food waste, and no idling box trucks cluttering Capitol Hill streets. Let Best Food Trucks handle the mealtime logistics so you can keep rolling. That’s one less production worry and a whole lot more happy bellies.
Supporting DC’s Small Businesses
Choosing food truck catering for studios in Washington DC does more than satisfy hungry cast and crew—it channels real dollars back into the District’s economy. Most DC food trucks are owned by solo entrepreneurs and family-run teams who prep in Shaw’s commissary kitchens, roll out from Ivy City, and park daily along U Street and H Street NE. When you book one of these trucks for your production, you help local neighbors cover permits, pay staff, and keep their wheels—and dreams—turning.
The majority of our partner trucks carry DSLBD (Department of Small and Local Business Development) certifications, and many are minority- and woman-owned. From a Salvadoran pupusa truck run by a Columbia Heights mother-and-son duo to a Southeast DC Caribbean rig serving jerk chicken, every meal you order keeps Washingtonians on the job and the District’s culinary scene thriving.
Food truck catering in Washington DC is also a greener choice. Self-contained kitchens use far less energy than traditional drop-off buffet lines, and our vendors comply with the city’s zero-waste and compostable-serviceware mandates. Fewer idling box trucks on Rhode Island Avenue means lower emissions, less trash outside the grip truck, and an easier path to meeting your studio’s sustainability goals.
So the next time you type “low-budget film catering near me” into your phone, skip the bland national chains. Hit up Best Food Trucks and lock in socially responsible, eco-friendly food truck catering for your Washington DC studio shoot. Great food, stronger community, smaller footprint—roll camera, roll lunch!
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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 (162,413 reviews)
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!
Marcia B.
21 July 2025
Amazing food and wonderful staff!!!
Beth B.
9 July 2025
Outstanding food and great service. They showed up two hours early to prepare the food fresh.
Bridget P.
26 September 2024
We hired District Small Bites food Truck for our company picnic lunch, and they exceeded all expectations! The team arrived promptly on time, setup was seamless, and the service was top-notch. The food was absolutely delicious, with a variety of options to cater to our diverse team's tastes. Every employee raved about the quality and flavor of their meals. What truly impressed us was the outstanding service. The staff were friendly, attentive, and ensured everyone had a fantastic dining experience. I highly recommend District Small Bites food Truck for any corporate event or gathering. Their professionalism, flexibility, and commitment to quality made our picnic a huge success. Thank you, District Small Bites, for a memorable and enjoyable experience!
Munny K.
12 September 2024
Food was great!
Emily S.
11 September 2024
Incredible food and service. Would highly recommend them to anyone!!
Anthony F.
12 August 2024
Great food, great team onboard. Excellent experience.
Emily M.
21 June 2024
Everyone at the office was raving about the food. Truly some of the best BBQ I've ever had. They were kind, professional, and easy to work with. I will definitely be reaching out to them for future events!
Michele M.
21 May 2024
Excellent job, the food was delicious and the service was perfect
Carla C.
11 April 2024
Wonderful, authentic food! And quick service!
