How to Start a Mobile Food Business: Creating Your Business Plan
Starting a mobile food business without a business plan is like trying to make soufflé without a recipe. There’s a chance you could succeed, but the chance of falling flat is higher. In fact, 45% of businesses fail within the first five years, often due to poor planning, which is why having a strong business […]
Do Food Trucks Need General Liability Insurance?
Running a food truck business is a unique experience. Not bound to any one location like a brick-and-mortar restaurant, you can take your show on the road (literally!) and serve up delicious foods and beverages at a plethora of places. But operating a food truck also comes with its fair share of risks. Whether you’re […]
6 Ways to Get Your Food Truck Into Festivals
Whether you’re an established food truck owner or new to the scene, getting your truck into food truck festivals is a great way to build up your customer base and take your business to the next level. How much do food trucks make at festivals? With most food vendors making between $1,000 and $2,000 in […]
The 13 Top-Selling Food Truck Items
Last Updated: August 15, 2024 In the world of food trucks, there’s practically no limit to what you can sell from the convenience of your step van. From French fries to falafel, from vegan pizza to Vietnamese banh mi, customers can enjoy just about every cuisine imaginable from these mobile eateries. Even with all of […]
10 Food Truck Marketing Ideas to Rev Up Your Sales
Last Updated: July 15, 2024 You have the skills, some killer recipes, and a food truck that’s ready to travel. But now what? Having a successful food truck business means knowing how to market it. After all, what good is an awesome menu without any customers to try it? Don’t worry! In a world that’s […]
Can Food Trucks Sell Alcohol?
Last Updated: 11/30/2023 Food trucks are storming the country. Serving everything from waffles to grilled cheese sandwiches and representing worldwide cuisine, food trucks provide delicious eats and treats. But can food trucks also sell alcohol, and is it worth the hassle? Yes! While there are a few limitations to obtaining a liquor license for a […]
10 Licenses You Need to Start a Food Truck Business
Last Updated: 10/13/2023 Get your taste buds ready, because with the right licenses in hand, your food truck dreams can finally take a stand! If you’re planning on starting a food truck, you’ll need to acquire some food truck licenses and permits to legally operate your business. The food truck licenses you need depend on […]
Top 4 Food Truck Models: How to Pick the Best Vehicle for Your Food Truck
Last Updated: May 1, 2024 If you’re thinking about starting a food truck business, you’ve probably spent some time looking at vehicles. But with so many different makes and models on the market today, it can be challenging to know which model will work best for your mobile food business. Here are our top picks […]
How to Pick the Best Generator for Your Food Truck
Last Updated: September 25, 2024 With so many generator options on the market and never-ending lists of product specifications to scroll through, we rounded up the 5 best generators for food trucks into one convenient list, complete with specs, pricing, and why we recommend them. Best Overall Generator: Honda EU7000iS Best Budget-Friendly Generator: Powerhorse 7500 […]
The Risks Behind Food Truck Rallies
Last Updated: May 2, 2024 Picture this: it’s a beautiful, sunny day, and you have a steady stream of hungry customers at the window of your food truck. Dozens of other trucks are parked nearby, and the smell of different cuisines wafting merge into one irresistible, mouthwatering medley. That’s just one of the joys of […]