Food Trucks for Sale in Austin, TX

Food Trucks for Sale in Austin, TX

Prime Food Trailers builds custom food trucks and mobile kitchens for Austin's vibrant music and tech scene. Our DOT-certified, Texas health code compliant concession trailers feature commercial NSF equipment perfect for UT Longhorns football games, SXSW festival, and tech campus catering. Serving 980K+ residents with $160K+ annual revenue potential from university, music, and technology markets. Prime Food Trailers delivers custom mobile kitchens perfect for Austin's market.

Food Trucks for Sale in Austin, TX

Experience unmatched quality in every detail of our Serving Austin, TX and surrounding areas, engineered specifically for Austin. From concept to creation, we transform your vision into a mobile culinary masterpiece that meets all local regulations and requirements.

Built to meet state-specific regulations
Local health department compliance
Climate-optimized designs
State-certified equipment
Regional service and support
Local vendor network access

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About Austin, Texas

Prime Food Trailers builds custom food trucks and mobile kitchens for Austin's vibrant music and tech scene. Our DOT-certified, Texas health code compliant concession trailers feature commercial NSF equipment perfect for UT Longhorns football games, SXSW festival, and tech campus catering. Serving 980K+ residents with $160K+ annual revenue potential from university, music, and technology markets.

Population

980,000

Median Age: 33

Median Income

$75,000

Annual household income

Food Trucks

350

Currently operating

Permit Cost

$400-600 Travis County Health + $250-400 City permits + Festival vendor fees

Mobile food permit

Key Industries

Technology & StartupsMusic & EntertainmentGovernment & PoliticsEducation & ResearchHealthcare & Biotech

Target Demographics

UT Longhorns fans - 980K metro area with Hook 'em Horns loyaltyTech professionals - 100,000+ technology workersMusic enthusiasts - 400K+ SXSW and ACL attendeesUniversity students - 51,000+ UT Austin studentsGovernment workers - 50,000+ state employeesStartup entrepreneurs - growing tech startup scene

Events & Opportunities in Austin

Discover key events and business opportunities that make Austin an ideal market for food trucks.

Major Events

University of Texas Longhorns Football Season

Big 12 football at Darrell K Royal Stadium - 6 home games with 100,000+ capacity

August-December

South by Southwest (SXSW)

Premier music, interactive, and film festival - 400,000+ visitors, $30K+ vendor revenue

March

Austin City Limits Music Festival

Major music festival - 450,000+ visitors over 2 weekends

October

Austin Food & Wine Festival

Annual culinary celebration - 25,000+ food enthusiasts

April

Prime Food Truck Zones

Darrell K Royal Stadium - Longhorns games with 100,000+ fans per game
University of Texas campus - 51,000+ students and faculty
SXSW venues - downtown Austin during festival season
Zilker Park - Austin City Limits Music Festival grounds
Texas State Capitol - government workers and tourists
South Lamar - food truck park clusters and local scene
Downtown Austin - tech companies and entertainment district

Business Opportunities

UT Longhorns football games ($25,000-35,000 per game revenue potential)
SXSW festival ($30,000+ during 10-day festival season)
Austin City Limits Music Festival ($20,000+ during 2-weekend event)
UT campus partnerships (51,000+ students and faculty)
Texas State Capitol government contracts
Tech campus catering (Dell, Apple, Google, Tesla)
South Lamar food truck park partnerships

Market Analysis for Austin

Understanding the competitive landscape and identifying opportunities in the Austin food truck market.

Current Market

350

Active Food Trucks

Popular Cuisines:

Keep Austin Weird ConceptsFarm-to-Table & OrganicInternational FusionTech-Friendly Quick ServiceMusic Festival Food

Gap Opportunities

UT game-day specialty menus
SXSW festival food concepts
Tech campus healthy options
Music festival quick service
Government worker catering
Startup-friendly concepts

Success Tips for Austin

Target ut longhorns fans - 980k metro area with hook 'em horns loyalty with specialized offerings
Focus on technology & startups district locations
Plan around major events like University of Texas Longhorns Football Season
Consider gap opportunities in ut game-day specialty menus
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The Prime Difference

Our commitment to excellence and attention to detail sets us apart in the Food Trucks industry.

Tailored Craftsmanship

Prime Food Trucks we build is uniquely crafted to meet the specific needs and vision of our clients. From the layout to the materials used, every detail is customized to ensure that your trailer not only looks great but also functions perfectly for your business operations.

Tailored Craftsmanship

Specialized Features

Our food trucks are built with specialized features to meet local requirements

Texas extreme heat adaptation with industrial-grade cooling systems (100°F+ resistance)

Sports venue optimization for Cowboys (80K capacity), Astros (40K), Longhorns (100K)

Rodeo-ready designs for Houston Livestock Show, Fort Worth Stock Show, San Antonio Rodeo

Energy sector corporate catering with Exxon, Chevron, Shell headquarters integration

Festival circuit optimization for SXSW, State Fair of Texas, Fiesta San Antonio

University campus specialization for UT Austin, TCU, UTSA, UH

Military base compliance for Joint Base San Antonio and defense contractors

Tourism destination optimization for River Walk, Stockyards, Deep Ellum

Texas State Regulations

Understanding and complying with local regulations is crucial for your food trucks business

Texas Department of State Health Services Compliance

All mobile food units must meet Texas Food Establishment Rules including proper refrigeration (41°F or below), hot holding (135°F+), handwashing stations, and approved commissary use. Prime ensures full compliance with county-specific variations.

Sports Venue & Stadium Requirements

Special permits and compliance for major sports venues including AT&T Stadium (Cowboys), NRG Stadium (Texans), Minute Maid Park (Astros), and Darrell K Royal Stadium (Longhorns). Prime handles all venue-specific requirements.

Festival & Event Permits

Additional permits required for major events including SXSW, State Fair of Texas, Fiesta San Antonio, and rodeo events. Prime assists with event-specific permit applications and compliance.

Common Questions

Find answers to frequently asked questions about our Austin Food Trucks

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