Food Trucks for hire near me

Hire a food truck to provide bold bites at your next event. Find food trucks for hire near you, with profiles, pricing, and FAQs to help you book with confidence.

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FAQ about hiring a Food Truck

You can sometimes hire a food truck for as little as $500, but the cost will increase depending on a number of factors. Your location, the popularity of the truck, the type of cuisine, and the number of guests that need to be served can all increase the price. Seasonality can also affect food truck prices, with bookings during summer events and holidays often costing more. When contacting local food trucks for hire, include all of your event details and requests to receive the most accurate quote.

There are several ways to find great food trucks for hire. You can ask around local restaurants to see which ones offer mobile food services. You might also check with friends or social media groups for recommendations. And of course, you can browse GigSalad to see if there are any local food trucks listed that pique your interest!

Food trucks have become increasingly popular in recent years and they continue to be a great option for all types of events, especially if they are happening outdoors already. Food trucks would be a hit at any block party, family reunion, or college campus event. If your celebration is indoors, you can still rent a food truck as long as there’s a convenient place near the venue for the truck to park. Some weddings are even opting for one or two food trucks in place of a traditional catering experience.

Depending on the details and location of your event, food trucks are generally a more affordable alternative to traditional catering. Catered meals often require a waitstaff as well as ample seating, especially if the food will be served in courses. All of those costs add up fast, on top of paying for the caterer themselves which can average $800-$900 or more on their own. Food trucks offer a more casual dining experience that is a lot of fun for your guests!

Food Trucks around South El Monte, CA

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  • Calabasas, CA
  • Food Truck
  • Contact for rates

We are an elevated mobile charcuterie cart. You choose 12 items from our menu for the cart and we curate each individual board on spot as your guests come to...
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  • Riverside, CA
  • Candy & Dessert Buffet / Food Truck
  • $150-$5000

Diva Ice Cream Machine brings nostalgic joy with a colorful truck, happy music, and classic frozen treats. We serve character popsicles with bubble gum eyes,...

  • Culver City, CA
  • Food Truck
  • $800-$4,000

Looking for a fun, unique treat to wow your guests? Our high quality New Zealand style ice cream is a winner every time. Every cup is made with care by blending...

Wings N Papas

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4 Verified bookings

  • Perris, CA
  • Caterer / Food Truck
  • $600-5000

Kerri W. said “Diego and the team at Wings N Papas were fantastic! They communicated fully, were on time for the event, had everything organized and set up beautifully and provided delicious street style tacos! ... ”
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Why book Food Trucks

Food truck catering is an exciting and increasingly popular option for all types of events. The fast service and fun menu items make food trucks perfect for events like weddings, block parties, festivals, and more. Browse GigSalad to find the best food truck for your next event.

When booking a food truck, take the time to browse profiles to see photos and learn more about their menu and setup. Be sure to check out reviews from past clients so you know what it will be like to work with them. Once you find a food truck you want to hire, get all the details in writing with a contract or booking agreement. When you book on GigSalad, your payments are handled securely through the site and are protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee.

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