Experienced Festival Food Truck for Chicago Public Events
As a festival organizer, you need vendors who are reliable, professional, and a huge hit with the crowd. Toasty Cheese is a premier festival food truck with years of experience serving Chicago’s largest public events. We understand the logistics of high-volume service and have a proven track record of success at major happenings, working with organizations like the City of Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE). Our brand recognition draws attendees, our streamlined operations keep lines moving, and our delicious, approachable food ensures guests are happy. We are a fully self-contained, professional partner you can count on to make your event a success.
This page is for event organizers. To see all our catering options, visit our main catering page.
The Professional Partner Event Organizers Trust
We’re more than just a food truck; we’re a professional operation built to handle the demands of large-scale events.
Street Festivals & Neighborhood Fairs
We are veterans of Chicago’s iconic street festival scene. We know how to operate efficiently in tight spaces and serve thousands of guests over a weekend with speed and a smile.
Music Festivals & Concerts
Don’t let long food lines make your concertgoers miss their favorite band. Our high-speed service is perfect for feeding hungry crowds quickly between sets, maximizing their enjoyment and your revenue.
Sporting Events & Tournaments
From 5K races to large tournaments, we’re equipped to feed hungry athletes and fans. Our hearty, delicious food is the perfect fuel for competitors and a satisfying meal for spectators.
Our Partnership Process for Public Events
- Step 1: Initial Inquiry: Contact us with your event dates, expected attendance, and vendor requirements.
- Step 2: Agreement & Logistics: We’ll discuss the financial arrangement (flat fee, revenue share, etc.) and provide all necessary documentation, including licenses and insurance.
- Step 3: Day-Of Operations: Our professional team arrives for load-in as scheduled, sets up our self-sufficient operation, and serves the crowds efficiently throughout the event.
- Step 4: Post-Event Reconciliation: We ensure a smooth load-out process and provide prompt, transparent payment and reporting as required.
Looking for a reliable, high-performing festival food truck? Let’s connect about your event schedule.
FAQs for Event Organizers
What are your booth fee or revenue sharing requirements?
We are flexible and have experience with various financial arrangements, including flat vendor fees, revenue sharing percentages, and hybrid models. We are happy to discuss the structure that works best for your event.
Are you fully licensed and insured for large public events?
Yes. We carry comprehensive general liability, auto, and worker’s compensation insurance, and can provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) naming your organization and the municipality as additionally insured. We hold all necessary city and state food service licenses.
What are your power and space requirements?
Our truck is fully self-contained with its own quiet generator and water tanks, requiring no external power or water hookups. We typically require a flat, accessible space of about 30×15 feet.
How do you optimize your menu for speed?
For large festivals, we feature a streamlined “greatest hits” menu. This allows us to prep ingredients efficiently, assemble sandwiches quickly, and maximize throughput to serve the most guests possible per hour, keeping lines short and customers happy.
Book a Vendor That Delivers Results
Secure a professional, popular, and profitable food vendor for your next event. Our calendar for the festival season fills up fast. Contact us today to start the conversation.