Food Truck Movie Set Catering Catering in Des Moines
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
- 7,000+
- Attendees
- 800,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Hot, Customizable Meals for Des Moines Studios—Ready the Moment You Call “Action!”
From sunrise shoots on the banks of the Des Moines River to late-night wrap parties in the East Village, Best Food Trucks delivers the most reliable studio catering in Des Moines. We understand the pace of film and TV production, and we specialize in keeping cast and crew satisfied—fast—so you can stay on schedule and on budget.
Our local catering managers work hand-in-hand with your production office to create rotating daily menus that cater to every dietary need. We’ll scout the best service spots at your set—whether you’re filming near the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, inside a soundstage off Fleur Drive, or on location at Drake University—then streamline online ordering and pickup so there’s zero downtime between takes.
Every truck we bring on-site carries up-to-date permits and insurance, and we provide a clear cost analysis before the first plate hits the pass. Plus, food truck catering produces far less food and packaging waste than traditional buffet service, helping your production stay eco-friendly—an easy win when you’re shooting in a city that prides itself on clean, green living.
Some Des Moines favorites frequently requested by film crews include mouth-watering Mexican fare from Tacos Degollado, stacked street tacos at Tacos La Barca D.C., the bold flavors of Ninas Tacos, homestyle plates from Taqueria La Esperanza, and plant-powered bowls courtesy of Veggie Thumper. With menus this diverse, even the pickiest grip or vegan lead actor leaves craft services smiling.
Let Best Food Trucks take the guesswork out of mealtime on your Des Moines set. You focus on the shot list—we’ll handle the hot, fresh food that keeps your production rolling.
Fueling Des Moines’ Creative Economy—One Food Truck at a Time
Every time you book Best Food Trucks for studio catering in Des Moines, you do more than feed a hungry crew—you pump dollars straight back into the 515. Most of the trucks on our roster are run by solo chefs or family operations that got their start at the Downtown Farmers’ Market or along Ingersoll Avenue. From tacos loaded with Iowa-raised pork to breakfast burritos laced with locally roasted Mars Café beans, your catering budget stays right here, growing the same small businesses that make Des Moines’ food scene so special.
Food trucks are also an eco-smart choice for film set catering. Self-contained kitchens mean lower energy use than a traditional buffet line, and streamlined, made-to-order menus slash food and packaging waste—perfect for productions that want to keep their carbon footprint as light as a drone camera. It’s a win-win: sustainable service that keeps the Polk County landfill cleaner and your accounting department happier.
So the next time a PA frantically Googles “budget-friendly studio catering Des Moines,” give us a call. We’ll deliver headline-worthy meals, boost the local economy, and keep your cast and crew rolling long after you yell “Cut!”
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Our Food Truck Catering Cuisines
How We Make Food Truck Catering Easy
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 (171,380 reviews)
GREG H.
16 June 2026
This was my first time looking into getting a food truck on site to feed our employees. You guys made it very easy and so did Paul, with Doc E's BBQ! The food was delicious and everyone I talked to say the same! The portions were perfect and was a very easy process. I had the pulled pork with slaw on top for my first plate and then later on Paul gave us a pan of ribs that were phenomenal!
Katelyn O.
14 August 2026
Everything, I crave the birria tacos constantly but can never get to where they are so when they come to my job it's the best day ever.
Maycee F.
14 August 2026
They were amazing! Amazing communication, so kind and willing to work with our needs! The pizza was so yummy and they provided us such a great atmosphere. Truly one of the best food trucks we have ever had and will definitely hire them again!!
David L.
13 August 2026
We just had some really good food from the food truck in the neighborhood this was a good change from the same usual trucks the pulled pork was great , bbq sauce was delish, and chicken tenders were on point! Fries were fresh and crispy everything was hot. Hope to see them return
Michael F.
13 August 2026
Great flavor, the chicken tenders were bigger than I thought they would be. Tasted great. I like the slaw
Jace S.
13 August 2026
Food was perfectly prepared and ready right on time. Great food every time wish it came around to this location more often.
Derek H.
13 August 2026
Ray and team are always making amazing food. Nashville hot is incredible. Always recommend them for anyone wanting some good Nashville hot chicken
Leane M.
12 August 2026
Flavor was awesome!!! Pizza looked just like menu item. Perfect char- Saucy and delicious. Staff was friendly and food was ready (and hot) for me when I walked up!
Allison S.
12 August 2026
Food was delicious and the customer service on the truck was perfect. Look forward to getting food from the truck when it comes!
Kathleen M.
11 August 2026
Slightly larger portion because it really was good! We vacillated between 4/5- food was great (5), but want more (4), but don't want to pay a lot more!. Bottom line, very good.
