Food Truck Expo Catering in Des Moines
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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.
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Food Truck Catering for Events in Des Moines
Planning an event in Des Moines? From summer movie nights at Pappajohn Sculpture Park to corporate outings at Water Works Park and tailgates outside Principal Park, no gathering in Iowa’s capital feels complete without incredible food. Instead of wrestling with old-school tent kitchens, bring in a modern, self-contained food truck and let the restaurant come to you.
Best Food Trucks makes food truck catering for events in Des Moines easy. We work with the city’s most loved mobile chefs, including:
- El Taco Guapo – famous for juicy carne asada and hand-pressed tortillas.
- Tacos Degollado – a must-have for authentic al pastor piled high with pineapple.
- Tacos La Barca D.C. – East Village favorite serving rich birria tacos and consommé.
- Ninas Tacos – family-owned truck known for crowd-pleasing vegetarian street corn and fresh salsas.
- Taqueria La Esperanza – South Side legend dishing out giant breakfast burritos for early morning events.
Whether you’re going gourmet or keeping it casual, these Des Moines food trucks bring speed, flavor, and flexibility that traditional caterers can’t match. They arrive fully equipped, require no extra permits for tents or generators, and can serve hundreds of guests at the Iowa State Fairgrounds just as easily as an intimate backyard graduation in Beaverdale.
Ready to elevate your next gathering? Book food truck catering for events in Des Moines with Best Food Trucks and give your guests something to talk about long after the last taco is gone.
Skip the Line and Soak Up the Des Moines Vibe
With Best Food Trucks’ seamless online ordering system, your guests can keep their eyes on the live band at Copper Creek Lake Park—or the big screen during a Hawkeye watch party—instead of standing in a food line. Attendees pull out their phones, browse each truck’s full menu, and tap to order. When the food’s hot and ready, a quick text lets them know it’s time to pick up, no shouting over the music on Court Avenue required.
Hosting a fundraiser at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden or a company picnic at Gray’s Lake? Send a pre-order link in advance so employees or donors can reserve a precise pickup time before the first speech kicks off. Food trucks plus mobile ordering equals faster service, happier guests, and more time to enjoy everything that makes a Des Moines event unforgettable—from skyline views at 801 Grand to sunset selfies along the Principal Riverwalk.
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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 (159,951 reviews)
Karina M.
4 August 2025
Lupita's Tacos were incredible - I've received positive feedback from attendees! The food was great! I really appreciated the pre-packaging, it made everything go by so smoothly and the line was never too long. And communication up to the event was great. My one suggestion would be to label the pre-packaging so people know what type of meat is inside the burritos/tacos, instead of having to open each container. But other than that, amazing! Will definitely keep them in mind for future events :)
Dominique P.
29 July 2025
The food was delicious and the service was amazing 10/10!
Jocelyn C.
28 July 2025
Great food and amazing service. Will definitely book again!
Alyse K.
24 July 2025
Food was great. Our client loved it and super fast turnaround. Served 50+ people in under 40 mins. I would recommend and I will book again.
Murphy H.
22 July 2025
Shug's was amazing!! The owner was such a lovely lady and everyone LOVED the ice cream truck. They made our grand opening amazing! Thank you!!
Heidi M.
2 July 2025
On behalf of the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, I wanted to thank you for being a part of our Summer Picnic. The food truck was a huge hit with our staff—people really enjoyed the quality of the food, the service, and the overall experience. Your team was punctual, well-organized, and very professional throughout the event. The ordering process moved smoothly, and we received great feedback from attendees about both the food and the friendliness of your staff. We truly appreciate your partnership and would absolutely consider working with you again for future events. Thank you again for helping make our event a success!
Kyra H.
30 June 2025
Loved this food truck, both the food and the crew! They were wonderful, kind and very quick. The price was not too bad for what we got and we'd love to host with them again!
JANE F.
23 June 2025
Everyone enjoyed the meal, some thought soda should of been offered but all in all we will recommend.
Marjorie R.
20 June 2025
Everyone loved the food.
Marjorie R.
20 June 2025
Everyone loved the food.
