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Hamburger Food Truck Catering in Tacoma

Smash the old style of catering for your next event and book gourmet hamburger food truck catering instead. Like, is there a better modern marriage than the humble hamburger and the humble food truck? These mofos were MADE for each other, and Best Food Trucks brings you THE BEST!
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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+

Tacoma’s Tastiest Choice: Hamburger Food Truck Catering Done Right

From the Point Defiance waterfront to the tailgate parties outside the Tacoma Dome, locals know that nothing beats a hot hamburger seared on-site and served seconds later. Forget soggy take-out that’s crawled down I-5 for 45 minutes—your guests deserve the sizzle, the aroma, and the first-bite crunch that only a live grill can deliver.

Best Food Trucks partners with Tacoma’s most popular rolling kitchens to bring a full-service hamburger experience straight to your event. Craving a classic cheeseburger? Book Stacks Burgers #3 and watch the line form as their griddles fire up. Want a gourmet twist? Mix in melty masterpieces from The Cheese Pit or comfort-food sliders from Gourminis. Looking for keto or gluten-free buns so every Ruston Way resident can dig in? Best of Both Worlds has you covered. And if your crowd is all about Northwest beef patties stacked sky-high, The People’s Burger brings the bistro flair.

Whether you’re hosting a graduation at the University of Puget Sound, an office lunch downtown, or a wedding reception overlooking Commencement Bay, our Tacoma hamburger food truck catering guarantees fresh, on-time, flame-kissed perfection. Tell us where to park the truck, and we’ll bring the grill, the buns, and a blast of local flavor.

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Skip the Line, Tacoma—Keep Your Party Rolling!

Tacomans don’t gather just to stand around in a food line. From graduation parties up on the UPS campus to post-game celebrations outside Cheney Stadium, you want guests laughing, mingling, and snapping photos of Mount Rainier— not checking their watch while they wait for a burger. Best Food Trucks solves that problem with a cutting-edge online ordering system built for hamburger food truck catering in Tacoma.

Here’s how it works: your guests pull out their phones, browse the truck’s hamburger menu, and tap in their order—keto bun, vegan patty, double-cheese, you name it. The moment their burger is fire-kissed and wrapped, they get a text alert. No shouting over music, no guessing when the food will be ready, just a quick stroll to the pickup window and back to the party.

Want to get even more dialed in? Send a pre-order link with your invite so Proctor neighbors or Ruston Way runners can reserve a pickup time before the first toast. Whether your event is a waterfront wedding at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium or a corporate lunch downtown on Pacific Avenue, our system keeps the focus on your celebration while the burgers practically serve themselves.

Event planners across the 253 trust Best Food Trucks because online ordering makes their hamburger food truck catering look buttoned-up and run smooth. Searching “hamburger food truck near me” for your next Tacoma get-together? Hit us up today and let our expert team handle the grill, the tech, and the smiles—so you can enjoy the party, Grit City style.

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To give you a taste

Mafioso Burger

Mafioso Burger

Gotti Special

Gotti Special

Bacon Cheeseburger

Bacon Cheeseburger

Hand Cut French Fries

Hand Cut French Fries

Cowboy Burger w/Fries

Cowboy Burger w/Fries

Classic Burger Sliders

Classic Burger Sliders

Best Hamburgers Food Trucks in Tacoma

Ryan's REZ-ipes

Ryan's REZ-ipes

The People's Burger

The People's Burger

The Cheese Pit

The Cheese Pit

Best of Both Worlds

Best of Both Worlds

Stacks Burgers #3

Stacks Burgers #3

...and more!

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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 (160,556 reviews)

Shannon N.

15 August 2025

More than 5! They worked their butts off to get the food out. All of it was delicious! Probably the best burger meat I've ever had, melted in my mouth!

Amy S.

15 August 2025

Food was great and she was very pleasant. She was by herself when I went down there but she had a great system and stayed positive during a hectic time. I loved being able to pre-order and that they texted me when my food was ready.

Beth M.

13 August 2025

The catfish was very fresh and delicious--melts in your mouth and no fishy taste! The crispy Brussel sprouts were awesome too!

Joe E.

8 August 2025

Tasty sandwich and soup. I pre ordered and received an email they would try to accommodate my scheduled pickup and was expecting a text when the order was ready but didn’t receive one. Upon going to the truck my order was handed to me immediately however.

Richard H.

8 August 2025

food was great everyone enjoyed the experience staff were friendly and service was fast

Paul C.

7 August 2025

Pay attention to the order. Requested something not to be on the sandwich but they put it on anyway.

Patrick M.

7 August 2025

Great flavor and fresh. Bun is a little large but all in all incredly flavorful fresh burgers. And the best fries from a food truck we have ever had!

Karen M.

7 August 2025

The shrimp was cooked to perfection. The rice was a little spicy but mmmmm. We we started eating, conversation stopped.

Antoni V.

5 August 2025

Chicken had such great seasoning and flavor! Also the tortilla is cook not heated which is a big difference on how the flavor changes.

Julie W.

5 August 2025

It was perfect! Food was excellent and the ordering process for a group of 100 was amazing! Everyone loved it!

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.