American Bistro Food Truck Catering in Portland
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
- 1,900+
- Caterings
- 2,000+
- Attendees
- 300,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Bistro On The Go: American Bistro Food Truck Catering in Portland
Why hike from the Pearl District to Hawthorne for your favorite bistro flavors when you can have them pull right to the curb? With Best Food Trucks, the most beloved Portland food trucks—like the stacked-burger legends at Stoopid Burger or the smoke-kissed crew from Up N Smoke BBQ Pit—roll up ready to cook every order hot and fresh. It’s food truck catering crafted for Portlanders who’d rather spend lunch watching the Willamette than standing in a line.
Our state-of-the-art online ordering system lets your team tap in from anywhere—whether they’re working at a start-up in the Central Eastside or teaching a class out in Beaverton. Guests get a ping on their phone the moment their cheesesteak, smash burger, or vegan bowl is ready, so the only “Portland queue” you’ll face is the bike lane outside.
Best Food Trucks partners with hometown favorites to keep your menu as eclectic as Stumptown itself. Craving elevated pub grub? Smak Dab's serves legendary gouda-stuffed lamb burgers with house chimichurri aioli. Need nostalgic comfort food for a rainy afternoon? Fatsos Cheketos brings the American classics. And when your crew wants smash patties that rival any late-night food cart pod, book Kristy's Smash Burgers. From corporate lunches in downtown high-rises to backyard weddings in Sellwood, our American Bistro food truck catering keeps Portland fed, fast, and delicious.
Fueling Portland’s Small Businesses
Booking American Bistro food truck catering in Portland isn’t just tasty—it’s a vote for the Rose City’s independent scene. Nearly every truck that lines our pods—from the Alberta Arts District to Mississippi Avenue—is a one-rig operation run by a solo chef or a tight-knit family crew. Your event dollars stay here, circulating through local farms, makers, and suppliers instead of disappearing up I-5.
Portlanders also care about the planet, and food trucks fit right in with that green ethos. Mobile kitchens sip far less power than industrial banquet halls, come stocked with compostable serviceware, and roll out with just the food your guest list needs—shrinking food waste like yesterday’s rain puddles on Burnside. Choosing Best Food Trucks for American Bistro catering means swapping chafing-dish excess for made-to-order smash burgers, gourmet tots, and roasted veggie bowls that hit the table (or picnic blanket) hot and fresh.
So the next time you type “American Bistro food trucks near me” into your phone while biking along the Eastbank Esplanade, remember: one quick click keeps Portland weird, well-fed, and a little greener. Let’s park a taste of Portland pride at your curb.
To give you a taste
Fried Catfish Basket
Mafioso Burger
Hand Cut French Fries
Fried Avocado Tacos
Tampa Cuban Sandwich
Conway Mac and Cheese
Best American Bistro Food Trucks in Portland
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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 (159,873 reviews)
Jessica L.
14 September 2023
Great food, reliable and excellent service! Employees loved it!
Marci P.
31 July 2025
Well, my husband and I ordered the Italian beef sandwich and it was phenomenal. The crunch on that bread was amazing. Probably the best sandwich I've ever had on Italian beef as a matter of fact, it was the best sandwich ever.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Danica J.
31 July 2025
Sandwiches were great- sauces were really good!- coleslaw perfect for sandwich topping. Mac and cheese was terrible.
Sharon G.
31 July 2025
Truck arrived well before the event to prepare. The owners/workers were very friendly as I met them upon arrival. They provided a varied selection of entrees to satisfy everyone's tastes and provided options for those with dietary restrictions. Food was also delicious per the team; I can say the burgers and burritos were a hit.
Gyzelle G.
31 July 2025
hard working, fast and delicious!
Dianne L.
29 July 2025
Food was very good and our guests enjoyed it. However, the wait for food orders was 35 to 45 minutes. Thankfully we also had an ice cream truck that guests could visit and have their ice cream while they waited for their lunch order.
Jocelyn C.
28 July 2025
Great food and amazing service. Will definitely book again!
Carol W.
27 July 2025
Food was fresh and hot and very well seasoned. The gentlemen in the truck are very friendly and welcoming. #LetsGoMets
John W.
25 July 2025
The Gotti chicken sandwich, Hoffman hotdogs, and tots were excellent. Hope truck #2 will come back again!
Kristina B.
25 July 2025
How fresh my sandwich still was even though I was late. Great flavor, and the lady who helped me with sauces was great. She had lovely service, and spoke to me by name.
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.