Hamburger Food Truck Catering in Santa Barbara
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
- 7,000+
- Attendees
- 800,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Savor Santa Barbara’s Best With Our Hamburger Food Truck Catering
Nothing says Santa Barbara comfort food like a juicy hamburger grilled steps away from the Pacific. Whether your event is on the sand at East Beach, in the Funk Zone, or up the hill at UCSB, our hamburger food truck catering brings the sizzle directly to you—no 45-minute delivery window or soggy buns in sight.
Best Food Trucks partners with the top burger rigs in town, including the local favorite Santa Barbara Food Connection. Their on-board kitchen turns out Santa Maria–style tri-tip burgers, avocado-stacked classics, and vegetarian smash patties, all cooked to order so every guest bites into a fresh, hot masterpiece.
Skip the traditional caterer and treat your crew to the aroma of burgers grilling under the palms. For corporate lunches on State Street, wedding receptions overlooking Stearns Wharf, or a family reunion in Goleta, our hamburger food truck catering in Santa Barbara delivers flavor, speed, and that laid-back coastal vibe your guests will remember.
Skip the Line and Soak Up the Santa Barbara Sunshine!
Best Food Trucks’ easy online ordering lets your guests mingle on the sand instead of bunching up at the service window. Whether you’re hosting a company picnic at Alameda Park, a post-surf birthday bash at Leadbetter, or tailgating before a show at the Santa Barbara Bowl, everyone can pull out their phone, choose their dream hamburger, and get a text the moment it’s hot off the grill—no lines, no guesswork, no soggy buns.
Need even smoother flow for Fiesta week or a UCSB alumni reunion? Send out our pre-order link in advance and guests can lock in a pickup time before, during, or after the party kicks off. It’s the quickest way to keep hungry crowds happy while your schedule stays on track.
From avocado-stacked classics to smoky Santa Maria–style tri-tip burgers, our hamburger food truck catering in Santa Barbara delivers restaurant quality with boardwalk convenience. That’s why event planners who Google “hamburger food truck near me” consistently choose Best Food Trucks: we handle the grills, the timing, and the tech so you can focus on coastal vibes and killer sunsets.
To give you a taste
Mafioso Burger
Gotti Special
Bacon Cheeseburger
Hand Cut French Fries
Cowboy Burger w/Fries
Classic Burger Sliders
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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 (172,419 reviews)
James C.
9 June 2026
Recommended! Viking Burgers & Wings really came through for us with on-time arrival, tasty food, and consistent service. They were able to provide solid food options for our event needs, helping to keep all our hungry college students satisfied.
Karen M.
29 July 2024
Great communication, service and food!
Brandi W.
18 September 2026
Staff was friendly and helpful! However, I would have liked to have had more options for toppings etc for $2,000. Overall, it was good. Will most likely not hire again or recommend : (
Christine W.
16 September 2026
Timeliness - I ordered on line. Order was over 30 minutes after requested time, close to an hour after placing the order
Rebecca C.
11 September 2026
Online ordering says burger has tomato and pepper jack cheese. No tomatoes and American cheese. Asked for BBQ sauce with an item and didn't receive. Plastic forks, knives would be nice but good food at good price
Tammy F.
11 September 2026
Everything was delicious! The Burger was so juicy. The convenience of ordering ahead of time was top tier.
Heather L.
11 September 2026
Food was tasty and on time, and I would eat again. It just didn't wow me as something new and exciting.
Kevin K.
10 September 2026
Burgers and customer service were great!! Order was ready on time, off the grill and bagged in about 30 seconds. Highly recommended!!
Rebecca S.
4 September 2026
I ordered the Easy Cheesy, Big Piggy and Mac and Cheese. Everything was GREAT! I would order again from Hot of the Press.
Erin C.
3 September 2026
The food tasted great! I loved everything from the tenders to the sides to the sauces! Thank you so much for a wonderful meal tonight!!
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.