Sure, San Diego is famous for some of the best surf and swim in the country, but did you know that food truck surf & turf is also one of its specialties?
With so many fresh, tasty, and unique options, thanks to Roaming Hunger, finding and booking the best food trucks and cuisines in SD doesn’t have to cause a headache.
We’ve created the ultimate guide to San Diego food truck catering to help you hire the best local caterers for your next event. Whether it’s an indoor or outdoor occasion, for friends and family or for your favorite coworkers, the food trucks below will make any kind of event more delicious.
(Added Perk: we listed the cuisines each truck serves and what kind of occasions they’re best for — we love making your search easier than catching a wave in La Jolla.)
So, let’s dive into some of the yummiest food trucks around and our best advice on how to hire them faster than you can say “hang ten.”
TACO TRUCKS
If you know SoCal, then you know thattaco truck catering is like breathing air — and there’s a delicious, freshly made Mexican morsel around every corner. Start your morning meetings with breakfast tacos or burritos, take a midday break with birria, or end the night with al pastor. Here are our top 3 taco takeaways perfect for any San Diego day or night.
Being born and bred in San Diego, the owner of Taco Picasso knows their neighborhoods and which tacos are most popular amongst locals. From traditional street tacos to Korean BBQ and Grilled Cactus tacos, they know how to throw together a tantalizing taco time.
Everything at Taco Love Mobile Catering comes loaded — from the loaded fries smothered in cotija, tomatoes, and avocado crema, to the cheesy burritos and enchiladas your guests won’t be able to resist. It’s a love for Mexican food no one at your event will soon forget!
Great for: Small and Large Events, Corporate Catering Cuisine: Mexican, Nachos, Taco Bar, Burritos, Vegetarian
From Quesbirria to Quesadilla, the queso is always flowing’ with the roamin’ Tacos El Rorro. Mouthwatering ceviche, sopas, and crispy tortillas are the name of the game for this seasoned Mexican food trailer. Great for: Family Events, Weddings, Huge Events Cuisine: Burritos, Fish & Chips, Tortas, Mexican
PIZZA TRUCKS
Wood-fired, authentic, and smothered in fresh mozzarella cheese is the only way to go to get the best pizza possible. And these pizza catering food trucks have that in spades. Get ready for the Italian vacation of your life without ever stepping foot out of state.
Truly Neapolitan pizza that’ll bring your mind right to Capri, Italy is a guarantee with Cucina Caprese. Their drool-worthy dough made without sugar, oil, or vinegar is an authentic peak into traditional pizzas you won’t soon forget. Great for: Fancy Events, Weddings, Office Parties Cuisine: Pizza
Fired up right in the back of a 1974 American LaFrance yellow fire truck, Dang Brother Pizza is making dang good wood-fired pizzas. Their 800+ degree cooking surface is ready to cook up something scrumptious everyone will adore. Great for: Corporate Catering, Family and Kid-Friendly Events, Small to Large Events Cuisine: Pizza, Calzone, Garlic Bread
There are more mouthwatering options at URBN Pizza than almost any other food truck around. They can serve 50 pizzas an hour on top of having a license to serve alcohol — everything you need for your party is prepped and professionally dished out in one place. Great for: Huge Events, Corporate Catering, Weddings, On-Set Catering Cuisine: Pizza, Wings, Sandwiches, Salads, Dessert
BURGER TRUCKS
San Diego has big, juicy, and meaty (or not!) burgers on lock! From smothered in blue cheese to topped with an over-easy egg, these made-from-scratch sensations will delight guests at any type of event. Check out some of the over-the-top options that San Diego burger food truck catering has to offer.
Owner Leslie brings East Coast-style eats directly from Brooklyn to San Diego with her feel-good fare. Dive into a beef, turkey, or veggie burger but don’t miss out on her wide array of toppings, sides, and dessert indulgence. Great for: Festivals, Office Parties, Small to Large Events Cuisine: Burgers, Sandwiches, Meatballs, Mac N’ Cheese
From LA to SD, Baby’s Burgers (also known as Baby’s Badass Burgers) is doling out delightful, spicy, cheesy, BBQ sauce, and veggie-topped burgers to anyone and everyone who loves a classic American bite. Great for: Corporate Catering, Weddings, Family and Kid-Friendly Events Cuisine: Burgers
DESSERT TRUCKS
Sweets have a special spot in the hearts of San Diegans. There’s a treat in store for every one of your attendees when you bring in one of SD’s incredible dessert truck caterers. Find the perfect dessert to hit your sweet spot!
At Danky Donuts, their self-proclaimed “dank” toppings set them and their glazed, chocolate-drizzled, or powdered donuts apart. Wash their sweet and doughy donuts down with freshly roasted coffee — you’ll love them so much, you may even be open to sharing. Great for: Family and Kid-Friendly Events, On-Set Catering, Corporate Catering Cuisine: Donuts, Cookies
Breakfast, lunch, or dessert, you can’t go wrong with crunchy-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside Belgium waffles. Husband and wife team Phillipe and Lynda are bringing homemade delicacies with ingredients flown in from Brussels to very satisfied SoCal waffle lovers. Great for: Fancy Affairs, Family and Kid-Friendly Events, Small Events Cuisine: Belgian Waffles, Sweet, Savory
With 2 food trucks driving around, providing San Diego with soft, sweet, and refreshing Italian ice, the Gelü Italian Ice Food Truck can be wherever your event is taking place. Great for: Family and Kid-Friendly Events, Huge Events, Office Parties Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian, Italian Ice, Gluten-Free
A COUPLE OF FOOD TRUCK CATERERS WE THINK YOU’LL LOVE
Anything you’re craving can be hand-crafted and brought right to your door anywhere in San Diego. With fusion tastes, tons of Mexican and South American eats, Asian sensations, and Mediterranean so good it’ll make you blush, we know you’ll find just what you’re looking for with these food trucks. From fancy occasions to beachside bashes, boba or kabob, you really can’t miss with a great food truck that’ll leave you wanting to leave a glowing review.
Sit back and relax with friends or coworkers as you sip a Fruit Slush, Mango Green Tea Boba, or Root Beer Float. Everyday feels like a summer day when you’re serving hand-dipped ice cream, churro sundaes, and lemonade from a beachy, beloved food truck. Great for: Corporate Catering, Weddings, Huge Events Cuisine: Boba, Smoothies, Ice Cream, Burgers, Hot Dogs
Savor fresh Greek eats while also having many Mexican and American options at your fingertips! Authentic gyro and souvlaki are sure to excite guests with their savory, well-spiced flavors — we know they’ve got us hooked! Great for: On-Set Catering, Corporate Catering, Family Events Cuisine: Mediterranean, Kebabs, Mexican, American
HOW TO BOOK A FOOD TRUCK FOR CATERING
Now that you’ve seen what catering San Diego has to offer, let’s discuss the nuts and bolts of renting a food truck. Here are some things to do in order to make sure your food truck catering goes smoothly.
Once you have all your event details, you can use a food truck booking service like Roaming Hunger. Not only do they know all the best food trucks for catering in San Diego, including the ones mentioned above, but they also make hiring a food truck super easy.
Finalize your budget
Food truck catering costs can range $10-$35 per guest, so it’s useful to have a budget range, depending on the number of attendees you’re expecting at your event.
Once you know how many guests will be at your event, decide on the number of food trucks you need. We recommend 1 food truck for every 150-200 attendees (though you can always rent more than one to give your attendees variety).
Before you book a food truck, be sure to verify the number of attendees your truck says they can serve on an hourly basis.
Select menu and cuisine options
With so many great cuisine and diverse menu options, there’s a food truck in San Diego to cater to everyone’s palate and dietary preferences (from vegan to gluten-free to halal).
Most food trucks have catering packages to choose from based on your budget and the number of guests. Some food trucks will provide a main course and side dish options, while others will allow you to choose one or more items that they will bring to serve. Some will also customize their menu based on your requests — it’s a great way to elevate your attendees’ experience!
Check local food truck regulations
If your event is on public property or at a park, ensure that you have all the essential documents in order — such as a city permit. If you need one, they’re relatively easy to obtain.
If it’s on private property, you might just need the owner’s permission. Also, make sure that your food truck contains any registration and certification required to operate in San Diego.
Choose a location
Select a suitable location for your event where food trucks are permitted to park and can easily be seen by your attendees. Ensure that the parking space is large enough and on flat ground, with no low-hanging branches or any other obstacles that could be in the way.
Now that you have everything you need to know about food truck rentals, it’s time to start planning. Go forth and make your next event a roaring success!
To learn more about food trucks in San Diego and food truck rentals, visit roaminghunger.com.
Article and images courtesy of Roaming Hunger.
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SEPTEMBER 11, 2026
Vi at La Jolla Village – Senior Living in the Heart of Everything
At Vi at La Jolla Village, residents don't have to choose between security and adventure, connection and independence. They get all of it.
Today’s seniors are more connected than ever, with a renewed focus on retirement as a time of discovery and enriching experiences. The ultimate reward for a retirement well-earned is the wisdom to appreciate it all, and what better place to enjoy that unique perspective than Vi at La Jolla Village, in the heart of San Diego.
All-access pass to good living.
As a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), Vi provides access to a connected and fulfilling community while making it easy to plan for future care, should the need ever arise. With a care plan in place, residents enjoy greater financial predictability and long-term value, freeing them to focus on making the most out of retirement.
Resort-style amenities at the epicenter of a cultural hub like San Diego offer a retirement experience unlike any other. Paired with exceptional dining, spacious accommodations and dedicated staff, the best of maintenance-free living is all around. And with the introduction of Vista 360 Well-Being, Vi’s panoramic approach to wellness, there are more ways than ever for residents to access it all.
The harmony of mind, body and community.
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The key to longevity is striking the right balance in maintaining an active lifestyle with an active mind in a fulfilling community. With newly renovated community spaces and restaurants, Vista brings a variety of opportunities for residents to elevate their well-being through Vi-exclusive “Signature Experiences.”
Vista Enrich takes an evidence-based approach to brain vitality, keeping residents at the forefront of cognitive health through exergaming (exercising + gaming), nutritional plans and informative workshops. It is also home to The Brain Vitality Studio, an innovative facility dedicated to cognitive fitness that has garnered national recognition.
Vista Discover invites residents into stimulating educational experiences, from chef-led cooking demos and guided wine tastings to lectures at local universities and intimate lectures following cultural outings.
While Vista Enrich focuses on brain health and Vista Discover engages residents intellectually, Vista Explore cultivates a sense of adventure through curated travel and local excursions. But broadening one’s horizons doesn’t always require a plane ticket. One recent event brought a taste of the world right to the community: an onsite “jazz cruise” featuring live music and global cuisine served at a series of themed “ports” all within the community’s own ballroom.
“Location, location, location”
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One of the biggest perks of life at Vi at La Jolla Village is its proximity to just about everything. With easy access to transportation and local attractions just steps away, residents can explore and engage with their community at their own pace.
“There are trolley and bus stops within a 5-minute walk that will get you to the beach, UCSD Campus, medical appointments, downtown La Jolla or San Diego, et cetera. We rarely use our car,” said resident Tom Yager.
With the best of San Diego just steps away, residents don’t just live in the city, they live within reach of everything that makes it special.
The best of all worlds.
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At Vi at La Jolla Village, retirement isn’t a chapter to slow down; it’s an invitation to discover more. Tailored community experiences created by Vista, paired with the vibrant pulse of San Diego just outside the door, mean that residents don’t have to choose between security and adventure, connection and independence. They get all of it.
This is what an all-access pass to good living looks like: the comforts of an elevated lifestyle, a community built for growth and a city made for discovery – all in one place.
To learn more about Vi at La Jolla Village or for details on available floor plans, visit ViatLaJollaVillage.com/SDM.
NewBridge School is San Diego’s only school dedicated to the education of students with dyslexia and related learning profiles. For 30 years we have successfully served students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, receptive/expressive language disorders, ADHD, executive functioning and memory deficits. Students transition successfully into academically rigorous high schools and colleges across the country. Why NewBridge? Training, training, training (plus intensive individualization, and comprehensive program design). All teachers are trained and retrained biennially in Orton-Gillingham, the only approach proven to remediate dyslexia based on Science of Reading research, and complete a year-long training program. Every aspect of our program is designed around our students’ learning styles and needs. Every class is taught by a highly-trained expert, and our Speech/Language and Occupational Therapy teams embed throughout the day. Our multisensory, multi-tiered math program has been developed in conjunction with sister schools and experts across the country. Don’t wait—early intervention is magic!
The Children’s School (TCS) is an independent school in La Jolla working with students from toddler through eighth grade. Rooted in the belief that every child has unique strengths and limitless potential, TCS provides a joyful, challenging education that inspires curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Experienced teachers know each student well and create meaningful opportunities for academic, social, and emotional growth through personalized instruction and hands-on, interdisciplinary learning. A culture of respect, inclusion, and collaboration encourages students to ask questions, take thoughtful risks, and develop a strong sense of responsibility to one another and the world around them. At TCS, learning extends beyond the classroom through meaningful connections with the local community and natural environment. Graduates leave TCS with a strong academic foundation, a sense of purpose, and the character to thrive in high school and beyond as engaged learners, compassionate leaders, and thoughtful citizens.
Enrollment: 240
Grades: Toddler – Grade 8
Tuition: $10,800 – $34,000
Deadline: Priority Application & Tuition Assistance for new students: Feb. 1, 2027
Gender: All-inclusive
Details Progressive, independent school. No religious affiliation
Growing up, Laika Nur, MD, Scripps Clinic sports medicine specialist, loved watching beach volleyball when the Association of Volleyball Professionals tour came to her hometown of Chicago. A talented volleyball player herself, she remembers sitting in the stands all day, and once, even got a couple autographs. Years later, Dr. Nur was attending a professional event focused on women’s sports, and the discussion turned to a new professional women’s volleyball league. The general manager and coaching staff for San Diego’s team, the Mojo, happened to be in attendance, and Dr. Nur took the opportunity to ask them if they needed a team doctor. Flash forward to the Mojo’s inaugural 2024 season, when Dr. Nur officially became the team physician. Click here to read more about Dr. Nur and how she incorporates lessons she learned on the court into her practice.
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Your feet and ankles probably aren’t something you give much thought to—until something goes wrong. Orthopedic surgeons at Scripps Clinic are on the leading edge of foot and ankle reconstruction, treating patients with sports injuries, deformities, traumatic injuries and other conditions. That includes repairing torn Achilles tendons with a minimally invasive procedure that shrinks the incision site to less than a centimeter, and performing advanced ankle replacement on some patients with ankle arthritis. Read more about Scripps’ innovations in foot and ankle care here.
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Mai Vue was just 34 weeks pregnant when she delivered her baby. Her pregnancy had been complicated, and she’d had a recent second trimester pregnancy loss, which led to her receiving specialized care from Sean Daneshmand, MD, a Scripps Clinic perinatologist who oversees high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Daneshmand and his team took care of Mai during her pregnancy, through the birth of her healthy baby girl and beyond. Mai was part of a program Scripps launched to provide support to new moms in the weeks and months after delivery. The postpartum program, known as Scripps Health’s Fourth Trimester Continuum of Care, provides care for women with high-risk pregnancies to optimize their health after childbirth and reduce the risk of complications in future pregnancies. Click here to learn more.
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