TruckStarter: Connecting Local Food Trucks to Your Next Event
Bringing Salinas' best mobile eateries directly to your wedding, party, or school function with just a few clicks. No hassle, just great food.
How It Works
Browse Local Trucks
Explore our curated selection of Salinas' best food trucks, filtering by cuisine type, availability, and price range to find your perfect match.
Request Your Date
Select your event date and details, then submit booking requests to your favorite trucks with just a few taps.
Confirm & Enjoy
Once the truck owner accepts, finalize details and payment securely through our platform, then get ready for delicious food at your event!
For Food Truck Owners
Free Profile & Listings
Create your customized profile with photos, menu items, and availability at absolutely no cost. Get discovered by event planners throughout Salinas and beyond.
Simple Commission Model
No monthly fees or hidden costs - we only take a 10% commission when you successfully book an event through our platform.
Manage Your Calendar
Control your availability, accept or decline booking requests, and keep all your events organized in one convenient dashboard.
Why Event Planners Love Us
Simplify Planning
No more endless phone calls and emails. Book the perfect food truck for your event in minutes, not days.
Budget-Friendly Options
Find trucks that match your budget with transparent pricing and no surprise fees.
Unique Event Experiences
Create memorable moments with cuisine options that reflect your personal style and impress your guests.
Secure & Protected
Our platform handles payment processing and contracts, giving you peace of mind for your special day.
Support Local Small Businesses
In-N-Out makes a great hamburger and Chick-fil-A makes a great sandwich. But a lot of the money spent at these chains leaves the community. By shopping with local vendors, you are keeping that money in the community, and helping our town flourish.
Coming Soon: TruckStarter Incubator

Shared Commercial Kitchen
Access fully-equipped prep space without the overhead of your own facility. Produce more efficiently and meet all health regulations.

Truck Maintenance Area
Keep your vehicle spotless and operational with our specialized wash bay and basic maintenance facilities.

Driver Amenities
Clean restrooms, break room, and driver support facilities provide comfort during long working days.

Event Space
Host your own food truck rallies and promotional events in our dedicated community gathering area.
What Our Community Says

Event Planners
"TruckStarter made finding the perfect caterer for our wedding reception so easy. Our guests are still talking about the amazing food!" - Maria S.

Truck Owners
"I've booked 15 new events in just two months since joining. The platform practically pays for itself!" - Carlos R., Taco Revolution

Corporate Events
"We use TruckStarter monthly for our company lunches. The variety keeps our team excited and the booking process is seamless." - Salinas Tech

School Functions
"Our fundraiser was a huge success thanks to the three trucks we booked. The commission structure meant more profit for our PTA!" - Washington Middle School
Ready to Get Started?

Find Your Perfect Truck
Browse our growing collection of local food vendors
List Your Food Truck
Create your free profile and start receiving bookings
Support Local
Join our Salinas community of food entrepreneurs
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