Food Truck Photo Shoot 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 Delivered Right to Your DC Set!
Whether you’re filming a late-night scene on Pennsylvania Avenue, a political drama near the Capitol, or a documentary in the Ivy City sound stages, Best Food Trucks has Washington DC studio catering down to a science. Our team coordinates seamless meal breaks for film crews of every size, so your production schedule never skips a beat.
We’ll work side-by-side with your production manager to create rotating daily menus, pinpoint the most convenient curb space for truck service, streamline online ordering and pickup, and verify that every vendor carries the proper DC permits and insurance. You’ll receive a detailed cost summary that fits your budget and keeps the bean-counters on K Street happy.
Looking for local flavor? Treat the crew to American bistro classics from District Small Bites, loaded gourmet tots from Two Smooth Dudes, Tex-Mex favorites from Roaming Coyote, Himalayan dumplings from Himalayan Soul Foods, or Asian-fusion specials from New Gourmet Delight. Our roster of DMV-based food trucks keeps even the most persnickety eaters satisfied—vegan, gluten-free, or “just give me a half-smoke,” we’ve got it covered.
Food truck catering for Washington DC studios also lightens your environmental footprint, producing far less food and packaging waste than traditional buffet service. Let Best Food Trucks handle the meals so you can focus on lighting the next shot, not lighting the Sterno cans. Reliable, delicious, and hyper-local—that’s on-set catering, DC style.
Fuel Your Shoot—And DC’s Small Businesses
Booking food truck catering for your Washington DC studio isn’t just smart logistics—it’s a direct investment in the District’s vibrant small-business scene. The colorful trucks that roll up to your soundstage in Brookland or your B-roll location in Anacostia are almost always owned by solo chefs, family partnerships, or veteran-run startups. Every gyro flipped in Georgetown or vegan bowl plated in Petworth keeps dollars circulating right here in the DMV.
Food trucks also line up perfectly with DC’s Clean Energy goals. Because the kitchens are compact and service is made to order, these mobile eateries pull far less power than a traditional buffet line and slash food and packaging waste. Several of our partner trucks even compost through the District’s Food Waste Drop-Off program and run on biodiesel generated at Blue Plains.
So the next time you Google “low-budget film catering near me” or “Washington DC studio catering,” skip the chafing dishes and let a local food truck park right on set. You’ll keep your crew happy, your carbon footprint low, and your neighbors in business—one delicious take at a time.
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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 (161,028 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!
