Food truck equipment comes from restaurant supply stores (cooking, refrigeration, smallwares), fire suppression service companies, generator and propane dealers, POS providers and local truck builders. Before buying, confirm the equipment meets your state and local health and fire rules.
Vendors to compare
| Vendor | Type | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| WebstaurantStore | Online supply store | Cooking equipment, refrigeration, smallwares |
| KaTom Restaurant Supply | Online supply store | Commercial equipment shipped |
| ANSUL (fire suppression) | Fire suppression manufacturer | Installed and serviced by authorized local distributors |
| Square | POS and payments | Mobile POS and online ordering options |
| Toast | Restaurant POS | Restaurant-focused POS |
| Clover | POS and payments | Countertop and handheld POS |
| NFPA | Fire codes organization | Publishes fire codes many jurisdictions adopt; ask your fire marshal which apply |
We have no commercial relationship with any vendor listed. We do not receive payment for listings. Vendor websites were checked as live on October 6, 2026. We list no prices because they change. Check each vendor’s current terms, and get written quotes.
Questions to ask every vendor
- Does it meet my state and local health rules?
- Is it commercial-grade and certified where required?
- Will the fire marshal accept the suppression system and service tags?
- Generator noise and placement rules at my events
- Warranty and local service
Compare quotes
Use the supplier quote comparison worksheet and the equipment purchase checklist.
Worked example
A new truck owner lists her menu's cooking needs first: griddle, fryer, refrigeration and a steam table. She buys commercial-grade equipment certified for food service, confirms with her county health department that her layout and sinks meet plan review rules, and has a fire suppression system installed and tagged by an authorized distributor. She chooses an inverter generator with a noise level that event organizers accept and a POS that works offline.
Checking compatibility
Before buying, confirm each item fits the truck's space, power and ventilation, and that the total power draw suits your generator. Ask the builder or an electrician to review the load.
Maintenance plan
Schedule fire suppression service, generator maintenance and refrigeration checks, and keep records in the truck for inspections.
Mistakes when buying truck equipment
- Buying residential appliances
- Underestimating generator capacity
- Skipping fire suppression service
- Buying before plan review
Common questions
Do you get paid by these vendors?
No. We have no commercial relationship with any vendor listed.
Why no prices?
Prices change often and depend on your account and location. Get written quotes.
Should I buy equipment before plan review?
Many owners wait for health department plan review feedback to avoid buying items that don't meet requirements.
Can I use residential appliances?
Health rules generally require commercial food equipment; check your local requirements.
Should I buy a used truck with equipment included?
It can save money; have the equipment inspected and confirm it meets current health and fire requirements.
Who installs fire suppression?
Authorized local distributors install and service systems, and provide inspection tags.
Should I buy a new or used generator?
Many owners buy new inverter generators for reliability and quieter operation; used units need careful inspection and service history.
What POS features matter for trucks?
Offline mode, fast card readers, menu editing on the fly and simple reporting by stop or event.
Put your menu and schedule in one easy-to-share place
A simple website gives customers your current menu, where you are parked this week and a way to book catering, all from one link.
See food-truck websites