Food Truck Movie Set Catering Catering in Washington DC
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
- 1900+
- Caterings
- 2,000+
- Attendees
- 300,000+
- Cuisines
- 80+
Hot, Customizable Meals for Washington DC Studios
From shoots on the National Mall to indie sets tucked away in Ivy City, Best Food Trucks has become the go-to partner for food truck catering for studios in Washington DC. We know how crucial a smooth “lunch-30” is to keeping production on schedule, and we deliver fresh, hot meals the moment the assistant director calls, “Crew meal!”
Our team will work hand-in-hand with your production office to create rotating daily menus, secure curb-space permits with the DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment, and map the best service locations—whether that’s outside a soundstage in Brookland or curbside near Union Market. We streamline online ordering and timed pickup so grips, gaffers, and talent are back on set fast. Every vendor is vetted for ServSafe certification, proper insurance, and District licensing, and we provide a clear cost analysis that respects even the tightest studio budget.
Feed your cast and crew with local favorites such as District Small Bites for elevated American bistro classics, the loaded gourmet tater tots and wraps from Two Smooth Dudes, Tex-Mex tacos from Roaming Coyote, authentic Himalayan momos at Himalayan Soul Foods, or sizzling Asian-fusion bowls from New Gourmet Delight. With food truck catering instead of traditional buffet lines, your production reduces food and packaging waste—great for both the budget and the Potomac River.
Let Best Food Trucks remove the mealtime guesswork for your Washington DC studio. We’ll keep your crew happy, fed, and ready for the next take.
Supporting DC’s Small Food Truck Businesses
Choosing food truck catering for your Washington DC studio shoot does more than keep the crew fed—it keeps our city’s independent culinary scene thriving. Every truck we book is a locally owned, DMV-proud small business, from a father-and-son pit-BBQ rig smoking brisket in Anacostia to a Howard alumna serving mumbo-sauce wings out of a converted school bus in Petworth. When you hire them for on-set meals, your production dollars circulate right back into the District’s economy instead of disappearing to a national catering chain.
Food trucks are also a smart, eco-friendly choice for film production catering in DC. Because they cook to order inside self-contained kitchens, trucks use less energy than traditional buffet build-outs and cut down on disposable pans, chafers, and plastic wrap. That means fewer trash runs to Fort Totten and more green credits on your sustainability report.
So the next time you’re Googling “low-budget film catering DC” during a late-night pre-production meeting, skip the soggy sandwich platters. Book Washington DC food truck catering for studios with Best Food Trucks and serve meals that are delicious, locally sourced, and socially responsible—one take at a time.
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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 (161,141 reviews)
Caroline P.
28 August 2025
The bao buns are amazing and so are the pork belly tacos. Me and my coworkers look forward to this truck more than any of the others!
Marcia B.
21 July 2025
Amazing food and wonderful staff!!!
Beth B.
9 July 2025
Outstanding food and great service. They showed up two hours early to prepare the food fresh.
Bridget P.
26 September 2024
We hired District Small Bites food Truck for our company picnic lunch, and they exceeded all expectations! The team arrived promptly on time, setup was seamless, and the service was top-notch. The food was absolutely delicious, with a variety of options to cater to our diverse team's tastes. Every employee raved about the quality and flavor of their meals. What truly impressed us was the outstanding service. The staff were friendly, attentive, and ensured everyone had a fantastic dining experience. I highly recommend District Small Bites food Truck for any corporate event or gathering. Their professionalism, flexibility, and commitment to quality made our picnic a huge success. Thank you, District Small Bites, for a memorable and enjoyable experience!
Munny K.
12 September 2024
Food was great!
Emily S.
11 September 2024
Incredible food and service. Would highly recommend them to anyone!!
Anthony F.
12 August 2024
Great food, great team onboard. Excellent experience.
Emily M.
21 June 2024
Everyone at the office was raving about the food. Truly some of the best BBQ I've ever had. They were kind, professional, and easy to work with. I will definitely be reaching out to them for future events!
Michele M.
21 May 2024
Excellent job, the food was delicious and the service was perfect
Carla C.
11 April 2024
Wonderful, authentic food! And quick service!
