Food Truck On Location 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 Washington DC Studios
Need reliable food truck catering for your studio in Washington DC? From the soundstages at Gallaudet’s Union Market District to late-night shoots on Pennsylvania Avenue, Best Food Trucks keeps your cast and crew fueled and focused. Our DC-based team has years of experience feeding film and TV productions, so your meal breaks stay on schedule and on budget—no matter how hectic the call sheet gets.
We partner with some of the capital’s favorite mobile kitchens to craft rotating daily menus that hit every craving. Think crave-worthy American bistro fare from District Small Bites, loaded gourmet tots courtesy of Two Smooth Dudes, street-style tacos from Roaming Coyote, hand-pleated Nepalese momos from Himalayan Soul Foods, or bold Asian-fusion bowls by New Gourmet Delight. Every truck is fully vetted for DC permits, insurance, and food-handler certifications, so you can roll cameras with confidence.
We’ll map the best parking and service locations—whether it’s a curbside spot in Navy Yard or a private lot in Brookland—streamline online ordering and pickup, and provide a detailed cost analysis that aligns with your production budget. Plus, food truck catering reduces packaging and food waste, helping your studio meet green-set initiatives the same way the Smithsonian and Capitol Hill offices do.
Let Best Food Trucks handle the logistics of studio catering in Washington DC, so you can keep your focus where it belongs: on creating blockbuster content. Lights, camera, lunch!
Fueling DC Dreams—and DC Small Businesses
Booking food truck catering for your studio set in Washington DC does more than feed hungry crew members—it pours revenue straight back into the District’s vibrant small-business community. Nearly every truck we work with is a DMV family operation, whether it’s a Shaw chef perfecting mumbo-sauce wings or a second-generation baker rolling out half-smokes in a brioche bun. Your catering dollars stay hyper-local, supporting jobs from Anacostia to Adams Morgan while adding authentic DC flavor to your shoot.
Going mobile is also the eco-smart choice for film catering in Washington DC. Trucks run compact kitchens that sip less energy than traditional commissary setups, and our partners follow the city’s zero-waste guidelines—think compostable serviceware and grease recycling programs like those at nearby Union Market. Fewer generators, less trash, smaller carbon footprint.
So the next time you google “low-budget film catering near me” or “studio food truck catering Washington DC,” skip the generic boxed lunches. Bring in a licensed, insured DC food truck, feed your crew unforgettable street fare, and keep the local creative economy rolling—just like your cameras.
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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 (163,453 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!
