Barbecue Food Truck Catering in Kalamazoo
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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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- 2,000+
- Attendees
- 300,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Kalamazoo Barbecue Food Truck Catering: Bring Real Pit-Smoked Flavor To Your Party
Throwing a graduation bash for a Western Michigan Bronco, hosting a company picnic at Arcadia Creek Festival Place, or tailgating before a Growlers game at Homer Stryker Field? Nothing says “Pure Michigan” quite like a spread of slow-smoked meats served hot from a local Kalamazoo BBQ food truck. Forget those sad foil pans of gray, lukewarm “barbecue” that show up from out-of-town chains. Real K-Zoo hosts tap into the smoky magic that only our hometown pitmasters can provide.
When you book Kalamazoo’s best BBQ food truck catering, every rib, brisket slice, and burnt end comes straight off the smoker—bursting with hickory aroma, glistening with bark, and tender enough to cut with a plastic fork. Your guests won’t be wondering whether you made the right call; they’ll be too busy lining up for seconds and asking, “Which truck is this, and when can we get them again?”
Meet Kalamazoo’s Favorite BBQ Food Trucks
- Lazy Man BBQ – Born in a Kalamazoo backyard with nothing but friends, fire, and cold Bell’s Two Hearted in hand, Lazy Man BBQ now rolls that laid-back, flavor-first attitude all over Southwest Michigan. Order their legendary brisket and house-made sauces for a backyard wedding in Texas Township or a block party in Vine.
- The Rolling Soul – If you crave slow-smoked ribs that fall off the bone, wings kissed with dry rub, or BBQ tacos loaded with Michigan maple slaw, The Rolling Soul is your truck. They’re regulars at Kalamazoo Night Markets and know how to feed a crowd—fast.
- Catering By Roxie's – Looking for mac-n-cheese, cornbread muffins, and other comfort-food sides to round out your barbecue feast? Roxie’s American classics pair perfectly with any pit-smoked spread and keep the vegetarians in your group smiling.
Why Kalamazoo Chooses Food Truck Barbecue Catering
• Fresh Off the Pit: Our local trucks smoke on-board, so meat goes from oak and hickory straight to your plate—no steam tables required.
• Easy Logistics: Downtown or out in Portage, trucks arrive self-contained. No kitchen rental, no mess, just rolling smoke and good times.
• Local Flavor: Booking Kalamazoo food trucks keeps dollars in our community and supports small businesses that sponsor youth sports and neighborhood events.
Ready to unlock Boss Mode for your next event? Tap a Kalamazoo BBQ food truck, serve real smoke, and watch guests rave long after the final bite. Reserve early—summer weekends book up faster than a Bell’s Oberon release day!
Skip the line and savor more Kalamazoo fun!
When the smokers are rolling and the Bell’s is flowing, nobody wants to stand in a long queue. With Best Food Trucks’ slick online ordering system, your crew can claim their pulled-pork sammie or brisket-stacked nachos right from their phones while they’re playing cornhole at Homer Stryker Field or catching up along the Kalamazoo Riverfront. A quick text lets them know their barbecue is ready—no guesswork, no cold food, just pure pit-smoked bliss.
Want to be even more organized? Drop a pre-order link in your graduation invites or company email so guests can lock in a pickup window before, during, or after the party. It’s the smartest way to serve real Kalamazoo barbecue without turning you into a short-order cook.
From Bronco tailgates to Vine neighborhood block parties, Kalamazoo’s top event planners trust Best Food Trucks to keep service smooth and the vibe pro. Less waiting, more eating, zero stress—that’s how K-Zoo does BBQ.
To give you a taste
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Smoked Sausage (1/2 Lb)
BBQ Bus Sampler
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Sliced Brisket (1lb)
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Super PACS (Pork, Angus, Chicken + Sides)
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St. Louis Style Pork Ribs (1/2 Rack)
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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 (166,134 reviews)
Barbara P.
19 February 2026
The brisket was a little dry. Still good but I did use more bbq sauce than I usually do on a sandwich.
Katie W.
14 January 2026
The flavor was great...I ordered the link, and the generosity from the chef on adding pickles and toast was a lovely surprise. Also, the BBQ sauce was amazing!
Cathy M.
6 January 2026
The crispy crunchy bread. Also like that it doesn't come with a side because the sandwich is plenty by itself.
Kathleen M.
6 January 2026
When we ordered in September, it was awesome! This time, there were 4 misshapen ribs (one huge, 2 medium, one bite size). The sausage also tasted overcooked and was sliced into small pieces (nothing like the last time). The is was the first time that we had food requested at the start of the shift, and not at 7:00 PM, and it seemed as if this was leftover from a prior shift and 'dumped' on us. Was still tasty with the sauce, but disappointed in this trip (and we raved about Logan's to many friends.....)
Lionel D.
15 December 2025
The brisket and collards were on point. The flavor profile was spot on. Looking forward for the next time.
Terri B.
15 December 2025
the ribs had a nice smoky flavor and parts that were burnt ends, I love that. Sauce was very good too
Daniel F.
8 December 2025
Steven and family went out of their way to accommodate our needs, and their food was delicious! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks Cason's Que crew for an awesome experience!
Mary M.
4 December 2025
The brisket tacos were phenomenal. The sandwiches were also very good, a little saucier than my preference but I like little to no sauce, that's not a reflection of you guys, but it is all is very delicious.
Reed E.
3 December 2025
The pulled pork and brisket were incredible. Perfectly cooked, juicy, and packed with flavor. I'd eat it every week.
Stephanie B.
3 December 2025
Best chicken sandwich ever! It had a lot of meat and the flavor was amazing. The slaw was excellent too. Will look for them again.
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.