Barbecue Food Truck Catering in San Antonio
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+
San Antonio Barbecue Food Truck Catering – Smokin’ BBQ For Every Fiesta!
When San Antonians throw a party—whether it’s a backyard Spurs watch-party, a company picnic at Brackenridge Park, or a graduation on the River Walk—dry, gray buffet-line “barbecue” just won’t cut it. You need that true South Texas smoke ring, the kind that turns heads the moment the pit doors swing open. That’s exactly what Best Food Trucks delivers with our roster of local legends on wheels.
Imagine the aroma of mesquite-smoked brisket rolling off Cake-N-Que, the crowd-pleasing ribs from B-Daddy's BBQ, or a loaded chopped-beef sandwich from ScooterZ BBQ—all served hot and fresh, not steaming in a lukewarm chafing dish. Our San Antonio barbecue food truck catering keeps the meat on the pit until the second you’re ready to eat, so every slice is juicy, every bite tender, and every guest impressed.
Need smoked turkey for a holiday potluck in Alamo Heights? Nano's BBQ has you covered with five-star flavor that’s been featured in the San Antonio Express-News. Craving some comfort-food sides to round out the plate? Big Yella's can roll up with scratch-made mac ’n’ cheese and all the fixin’s.
From Fiesta parades to Hill Country weddings, our barbecue catering trucks navigate San Antonio’s streets daily, so logistics are a breeze. We park, we smoke, we serve, and we leave nothing behind but happy guests and the smell of victory. Unlock Boss Mode for your next event—book San Antonio’s best barbecue food truck catering with Best Food Trucks today!
Skip the Line—More Time for Fiesta, Spurs Replays, and Mesquite-Kissed Brisket!
San Antonio parties move fast—whether you’re two-stepping at The Pearl, tailgating before a Spurs game, or toasting under the twinkle lights at Hemisfair. Don’t let a long food line slow the vibe. Best Food Trucks’ online ordering system lets your guests summon their barbecue right from their phones. A couple of taps, a text message, and—¡órale!—their plate of smokin’ brisket or pulled-pork tacos is ready for pickup at the truck window.
Here’s how our San Antonio barbecue food truck catering works:
- Order Ahead: We send you a custom pre-order link. Guests pick a time slot before, during, or after the event—perfect for staggering lunch at a downtown corporate retreat or timing late-night bites after a River Walk wedding.
- No Lines, No FOMO: Instead of camping out by the pit, friends can keep cheering the Spurs, hitting the cornhole boards, or catching the Fiesta parade while their food is fired fresh to order.
- Real-Time Text Alerts: When the mesquite-smoked ribs are plated, guests get a ping. They swing by, grab their grub, and head right back to the party.
Food truck catering with online ordering is the ultimate San Antonio hack: hotter barbecue, happier guests, zero hassle. That’s why local event planners, Fort Sam Houston commanders, and Hill Country wedding coordinators all trust Best Food Trucks for professional results. Want your backyard barbacoa bash or company picnic to run as smooth as a River Walk cruise? Book your San Antonio barbecue food truck catering with Best Food Trucks today—we’ll handle the smoke while you handle the cheers!
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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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)
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.
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.
Mel L.
21 July 2025
Food was a hit all around. Thank you!
Lindsay W.
15 July 2025
It was good but so spicy! I wasn’t expecting it to be spicy. It may be too spicy for the average person lol.
Jim T.
1 July 2025
The pork combo was great. Pork was melt in your mouth, the slaw and mac and cheese, baked beans and brisket sandwich were also very good.
Debbie E.
30 June 2025
They were wonderful, food was delicious and they were very accommodating.
Melissa M.
27 June 2025
Always delicious and thank you for taking our very large order! We appreciate you coming to our community.
Sylvia B.
25 June 2025
. The Mac and cheese was delicious. The BB sauce had a little bite to it; however, got use to it. The beef was great
Steven S.
25 June 2025
Well, in the past (and I've had Newmans a lot for lunch), I typically received 4-5 ribs rather than three, which is what I received today. The cost of my lunch was $19 for 3 ribs, a coke, and Mac-n-cheese (which also was a very small portion). Bottom line, the $19 cost did not equate to the meals value.
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.