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American Comfort Food Truck Catering in Cincinnati

You're not living in the last century, so why are you using catering based on the technology of 1908? Join your friends in the now, book your next American comfort food truck catering with industry’s best American food truck and welcome to the future!
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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
1,900+
Caterings
2,000+
Attendees
300,000+
Cuisines
80+

American Comfort Food Truck Catering in Cincinnati

From Friday nights outside Great American Ball Park to company picnics at Eden Park, Cincinnati gatherings are built on hearty portions and Midwestern hospitality. Nothing delivers that spirit better than American comfort food—especially when it rolls up hot and fresh from a local food truck. Instead of chafing-dish mac and cheese that’s been sitting out longer than a rain delay at a Reds game, treat your guests to made-to-order plates served right from an inspected, fully equipped rolling kitchen.

Best Food Trucks makes it easy to reserve the Queen City’s favorite comfort-food rigs. Our industry-leading online ordering and text-when-ready system means no long lines; your guests can keep mingling on Fountain Square or catching the sunset over the Roebling while their meals are prepared fresh.

Cincinnati Comfort Food Trucks You’ll Love:

  • Sweets & Meats BBQ – Award-winning smoked meats, homemade sides, and down-home desserts that taste like a backyard cookout in Oakley.
  • MamaBear's Mac – Scratch-made mac & cheese and gooey grilled cheese sandwiches that rival anything served on Ludlow Avenue.
  • Street Fried – Crispy, golden comfort classics perfect for fueling up before a Bengals game.
  • Steak It Eazy – Juicy steak sandwiches and loaded fries that hit the spot after a stroll through Over-the-Rhine.
  • Cheese -N- Chong – Gourmet grilled cheese and soups that warm you faster than a winter night in the West End.

Whether you’re planning a wedding in Mt. Adams, a corporate lunch downtown, or a tailgate on the riverfront, Best Food Trucks has the Cincinnati American comfort food truck catering solution you’re craving. Book today and taste why the Queen City finds its comfort on four wheels!

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How Best Food Trucks Powers Cincinnati’s Small Businesses

Cincinnati is a city of makers— from the soap factories of yesteryear to the artisan stalls at Findlay Market. When you book American comfort food truck catering through Best Food Trucks, you’re directly investing in that home-grown spirit. Nearly every truck in our Cincinnati roster is a family-run or owner-operated venture based in neighborhoods like Northside, Walnut Hills, and Covington. Your event dollars help these entrepreneurs pay staff, rent commercial kitchens, and keep their smokers fired up with hickory from Clermont County.

Food trucks are also a greener choice than traditional buffet setups. Because our rolling kitchens cook to order, they burn less energy, eliminate disposable warming pans, and slash food waste—good for the planet and for the banks of the Ohio River. Best Food Trucks’ smart ordering platform reduces idle generator time and cuts down on single-use plastics by letting guests skip napkins and extras they don’t need.

So the next time you search “American comfort food trucks near me” for a Fountain Square luncheon, a brewery takeover in OTR, or a Friday night block party in Pleasant Ridge, remember: booking with Best Food Trucks means mouth-watering mac, BBQ, and grilled cheese—and a boost to Cincinnati’s small-business economy. Click “Book Now” and taste the local difference!

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To give you a taste

Mafioso Burger

Mafioso Burger

Tampa Cuban Sandwich

Tampa Cuban Sandwich

Gotti Special

Gotti Special

Fried Catfish Basket

Fried Catfish Basket

Bacon Cheeseburger

Bacon Cheeseburger

Hand Cut French Fries

Hand Cut French Fries

Best American Comfort Food Trucks in Cincinnati

Sweets & Meats BBQ

Sweets & Meats BBQ

Steak It Eazy

Steak It Eazy

The Chili Hut

The Chili Hut

Cheese -N- Chong

Cheese -N- Chong

MamaBear's Mac

MamaBear's Mac

Street Fried

Street Fried

...and more!

Hire American Comfort Food Truckin Cincinnati today

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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 (159,271 reviews)

Ken S.

18 July 2025

Swiss burger was getting good, fries perfect crisp and salt, onion rings and strawberry Chipotle are awesome

Miranda J.

18 July 2025

The food was very fresh and absolutely delicious. The folks running the truck were super sweet, thank yall and I hope you have a lovely day!

Keyetta D.

18 July 2025

. Food was excellent! Very good chicken Philly, chicken, cheese and the bread was fresh. Staff is friendly and fast 😁

Doug T.

17 July 2025

On time delivery, very tasty, and a superb professional staff. They made me feel welcome and appreciative of my order.

Amanda M.

17 July 2025

Needs more hot honey! But the taste of the chicken and fries was good! I will just ask for more drizzle.

Brianna G.

17 July 2025

I love that it's health food! And the women running the truck are incredibly nice and pleasant to work with!

William S.

17 July 2025

The truck was clean, the crew was friendly. The food was good, healthy, and reasonably priced. It wasn't just another deep fried something. Would really like to see this truck back every week.

Jonathan V.

16 July 2025

First time ordering from this truck. We have 6 people in our house and no one was disappointed. The food was prepared quickly and the flavor was fantastic! Thank you!

Lindsay W.

15 July 2025

It was good but so spicy! I wasn’t expecting it to be spicy. It may be too spicy for the average person lol.

Kyle S.

15 July 2025

Had the buffalo lemon pepper tenders with fries. Fries were spot on. Hot and fresh. Seasoned nicely. Tenders were not hot. A little heavy on the batter and needed more sauce and lemon pepper. Flavor was fantastic. Just needed a bit more and to be hot and fresh.

Food Truck 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.
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 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 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 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.