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Chicken Food Truck Catering in St. Louis

Chicken has to be made to order! An old chicken sandwich just won't cut it. Ditch the stagnant, ancient style of catering for your next event and book nothing but chicken food trucks!
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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+

Sink Your Teeth into Crispy, Juicy Chicken – St. Louis’ Favorite Food Truck Catering

From the banks of the Mississippi to the shadow of the Gateway Arch, St. Louisans know good chicken when they taste it. Whether you’re tailgating outside Busch Stadium, fueling a corporate lunch in Clayton, or hosting a wedding reception in Forest Park, hot-off-the-griddle chicken is a must. That’s why chicken food truck catering has become St. Louis’ go-to solution for fast, flavorful meals that arrive fresh and ready to impress.

Forget limp take-out that shows up 45 minutes late. Our hand-picked fleet rolls right up to your event, fires up the fryers or grills on-site, and serves made-to-order sandwiches, wings, and tenders while the aroma of seasoned breading drifts through the St. Louis air. Every bite stays piping hot, crunchy on the outside, and juicy in the middle—exactly how the Lou likes it.

Need variety for a hungry crowd? Pair your chicken spread with American-comfort favorites from local heroes like Dragon's Den Cafe, where the crew will brew specialty coffees to match your spicy sandwich, or call in the wing experts at Wing and a Prayer for saucy drumettes that rival any sports-bar platter on Wash Ave.

If you’re craving bold flavors that can fly, book Flying Flavors—their rotating menu of gourmet sauces takes St. Louis chicken to new heights. And for guests who can’t resist a smoky finish, Hope and Smoke serves hickory-kissed smoked chicken wings alongside their famous turkey ribs and brisket sandwiches.

So the next time your office in the Cortex district or your block party in Soulard needs mouthwatering chicken that shows up on time and disappears even faster, choose St. Louis chicken food truck catering. It’s fresh, it’s local, and it’s cluckin’ delicious.

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Supporting St. Louis’ Small Businesses—One Chicken Tender at a Time

Every time you book a St. Louis chicken food truck for catering, you’re doing more than filling plates—you’re pumping dollars back into The Lou’s home-grown economy. Most of our trucks are run by solo chefs from South City, husband-and-wife teams from St. Charles, or long-time friends who perfected their secret batter at Lindenwood tailgates. Your order keeps their grills hot, their kids in local schools, and their supplies flowing from Missouri farms instead of out-of-state distributors.

Chicken food truck catering is also an eco-friendly win for St. Louis events. Because everything is prepped inside compact, energy-efficient kitchens on wheels, these rigs draw far less power than a traditional banquet hall setup—and they haul away minimal trash. Many of our vendors even recycle cooking oil with biodiesel programs based along the Mississippi.

So the next time you Google “corporate catering near me” for a meeting in Downtown West, a nonprofit gala in Kirkwood, or a family reunion at Tower Grove Park, remember: choosing a St. Louis chicken food truck means mouth-watering tenders for your guests, a healthier planet, and a stronger local community. That’s a trifecta worth clucking about.

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To give you a taste

Southern Dirty Birdy Sandwich

Southern Dirty Birdy Sandwich

Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwich

Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwich

Music City Family Packs

Music City Family Packs

2 PC Tender Basket

2 PC Tender Basket

Hot Chicken Mac & Cheese Bowl

Hot Chicken Mac & Cheese Bowl

Cajun Tenders Meal

Cajun Tenders Meal

Best Chicken Food Trucks in St. Louis

Flying Flavors

Flying Flavors

Wing and a Prayer

Wing and a Prayer

Dragon's Den Cafe

Dragon's Den Cafe

Hope and Smoke

Hope and Smoke

...and more!

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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 (168,376 reviews)

Nathan M.

20 March 2026

Food was great! All our employees had nothing but good things to say.

Renee E.

11 June 2025

The food from Dragon's Den Cafe was delicious! We loved the uniqueness of the dishes, as well as the variety of offerings. Even the burgers weren't just burgers-they were unique and delicious in their own right. The variety of coffees and energy drinks was a definite plus. The staff was wonderful, too! We highly recommend Dragon's Den Cafe!

Trey R.

29 April 2026

Born and raised in west Tampa and this Cuban beats any Cuban I have ever had . Beats all the small sandwich shops in west Tampa hands down !

Jake J.

28 April 2026

Julius was great and a crowd favorite. My guests loved the food and service.

Andy M.

26 April 2026

This truck was a hit with our attendees. What a bummer their fryer died halfway through the event. Thankfully Thai Lao brought in a second truck to fill the void.

Nick M.

25 April 2026

Absolutely would recommend Aloha Food Truck, Great food and service!!

Jaimi W.

24 April 2026

The Mushroom Swiss was cooked to perfection, flavor was great, and the rest of the family really enjoyed their meals as well. We have a picky eater. 😬

Barry V.

22 April 2026

Generous serving of steak. French fries were hot and crisp - not soggy at all. Please bring them back.

Anne S.

20 April 2026

The Mediterranean chicken salad was excellent We get a lot of burger trucks so it's nice they offer an alternative

Betty R.

19 April 2026

Thank you, so glad i could provide great food to my guest! people loved the wings and the portions of food.

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.