Food Trucks & Mobile Catering in Spain

A food truck is a complete kitchen on wheels that cooks in front of your guests. When you book one for an event in Spain, the price usually covers the truck, the chef, one or two serving staff and the ingredients for the menu. Many companies also bring crockery, cutlery and napkins, and some include a generator so they don't need mains electricity. The truck arrives stocked, cooks on site, and cleans up before leaving.

Food truck caterers in Spain usually offer two billing formats. The first is a closed menu: you agree on a set menu and pay per person, just like a buffet. The second is tickets or vales: guests receive vouchers and choose what they want from the truck, and you pay the caterer afterwards based on consumption or a minimum. Closed menus are easier to budget for; tickets give guests more freedom and work well when you don't know exact numbers.

Food trucks are a natural fit for festivals, fairs, weddings, corporate events and product launches. They also suit birthday parties, family celebrations and any event with enough outdoor space. Because the food is cooked on site, the atmosphere is casual and the food stays hot. For a formal seated dinner, a food truck is less common; a served menu is usually a better match.

A food truck needs a flat, firm area to park and open its serving window, with enough room to manoeuvre. Most trucks also need access to electricity and water, and a place to drain waste water. If the event is on a public street or square, the caterer may need a permit from the town hall. On private land or at a venue, this is usually not needed, but check with both the venue and the caterer before confirming.

Food truck catering is priced per person, like a cocktail or buffet. The ranges below are the ones used by the companies in this directory. The final price depends on the menu, the number of guests, the location and the time of year.

Quotes are usually given without IVA. Catering services are taxed at 10%, while rental items may be taxed at 21%. Ask the caterer to break down the quote so you know what is included.

When you contact a food truck caterer, give them the date, location, number of guests and preferred format. Ask what the price includes: staff, equipment, transport, crockery, cleaning and any generator. Ask whether the quote includes IVA, whether a minimum order applies, and what the cancellation policy is. If the event is outdoors, ask what happens in heavy rain or strong wind. For normal events, book four to eight weeks ahead; for weddings and peak dates, allow six to twelve months. Getting clear answers before you book avoids surprises on the day.