American Comfort Food Truck Catering in Philadelphia
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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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American Comfort Food Truck Catering in Philadelphia
Philadelphians know a thing or two about satisfying cravings—one bite of a warm cheesesteak on South Street or a plate of roast pork in the Italian Market is proof enough. That same legendary comfort now rolls right up to your curb with our American Comfort food truck catering in Philadelphia. Skip the tired chafing-dish buffet and let a fully licensed, made-to-order rolling kitchen park outside your office in Center City, your wedding venue along the Schuylkill, or your tailgate down by the Sports Complex.
Best Food Trucks partners with some of the city’s most beloved comfort food vendors, including hometown heroes like the JEET? Mobile, the iconic Tony Luke's, the crowd-pleasing Nick's Roast Beef, hardwood-smoked specialists Chuck's BBQ Chuckwagon, and fried cheese-curd favorite The Cow and the Curd. Whether your guests are craving gooey mac & cheese, slow-roasted beef, or a perfectly griddled cheesesteak, these trucks serve it hot off the flat-top—never from a crusty steam tray.
Our industry-leading ordering platform keeps the line moving faster than the Broad Street Line at rush hour. Guests simply order from their phones, explore the party, then get a text when their food is ready—no crowding, no guessing whose plate is whose. From corporate luncheons in University City to block parties in Fishtown, Best Food Trucks delivers the easiest, tastiest American Comfort food truck catering Philadelphia has to offer.
How Best Food Trucks Supports Philly’s Small Businesses
Every time you book an American Comfort food truck through Best Food Trucks, you’re doing more than feeding hungry guests—you’re investing in Philadelphia’s vibrant small-business community. The trucks that pull up outside your Fairmount fundraiser or Old City office tower are run by solo entrepreneurs, parents who grew up in South Philly kitchens, and family-owned operations that have been perfecting recipes since Veterans Stadium was still standing.
Unlike big-box caterers that haul in premade trays, our rolling kitchens buy hoagie rolls from neighborhood bakeries, source produce from Reading Terminal Market, and hire local line cooks who know the difference between wiz and provolone. That money stays right here in the 215, circulating through mom-and-pop suppliers from Port Richmond to Point Breeze.
Food trucks are also a greener choice for corporate lunches and wedding receptions along the Delaware. They sip a fraction of the electricity and water used by conventional banquet halls and leave behind minimal waste—no mountains of disposable sternos or plastic lids. Choosing a truck means choosing fresh, made-to-order plates and a smaller carbon footprint.
So the next time you Google “American comfort food trucks near me,” skip the national chains and give us a shout. Best Food Trucks will match you with Philly’s finest cheesesteak slingers, mac-and-cheese gurus, and BBQ pitmasters—delivering incredible food while keeping Philadelphia’s small businesses rolling strong.
To give you a taste
Mafioso Burger
Tampa Cuban Sandwich
Gotti Special
Fried Catfish Basket
Bacon Cheeseburger
Hand Cut French Fries
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Best American Comfort Food Trucks in Philadelphia
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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 (159,016 reviews)
Tracey W.
24 June 2025
The truck arrived 30 mins late, which caused quite a disturbance. The food was cooked and served quickly. Some things were overcooked and dried out, a bit. However, Mike was very courteous and professional and accommodating.
Tammy R.
10 December 2024
Fabulous- on time - TONS of food - great apps and just over all amazing service
Michael D.
1 October 2024
The event was last thursday and i am still getting calls asking who the food truck was!! Our customers, vendors and employees ALL enjoyed the food! the Brooklyn Burger was by far the favorite!!
Lisa Y.
17 September 2024
They were on time, service was quick, food was delicious. Guests are still raving about it.
Dan M.
9 September 2024
Great food Great service
Judi W.
19 July 2024
Great food and great service!!
Trish A.
5 September 2023
Everyone enjoyed the food offerings for this truck!
Trish A.
5 September 2023
Everyone loved the food offerings for this truck!
George W.
17 October 2022
Jim was excellent and handled our small crowd very well. Food was great!
Julianne G.
11 July 2025
Cuban is the best—super yummy! My daughter loved the Mac and cheese and my husband said the pulled pork was great too!
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.