Top Mistakes Couples Make When Booking Food Truck Catering — And How to Avoid Them with PEAKS Food Truck
Food truck weddings in New Hampshire are exploding in popularity — especially with couples who want something more fun, more personal, and more memorable than a traditional buffet. But with that popularity comes confusion: food truck catering works differently than standard wedding catering, and many couples unknowingly make mistakes that slow down service, frustrate guests, or create avoidable day-of stress.
At PEAKS Food Truck, we’ve served weddings across the entire state — from the Seacoast to the White Mountains to the Lakes Region — and we’ve seen the same avoidable issues come up again and again.
Here are the top mistakes couples make when booking food truck catering in New Hampshire, and how to avoid them so your wedding runs flawlessly.
1. Not Knowing How Food Truck Wedding Service Actually Works
Many couples assume a food truck works exactly like a public street-service truck — guests line up, order individually, and wait for their food.
At a wedding, that’s the last thing you want.
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
At PEAKS, weddings run on a system designed specifically for speed and smooth flow:
We start with cocktail hour sides (buffet-style)
We call guests table-by-table
Each table gets a buzzer, so your guests can relax
We serve freshly prepared plates, not preboxed food
No long lines. No confusion. No chaos.
This keeps service fast, organized, and elegant — and it’s a major reason couples choose PEAKS.
2. Choosing a Truck That Can’t Handle Your Guest Count
Some food trucks aren’t built for weddings.
They can handle 40–60 people… but not 120–200.
That leads to:
Long wait times
Inconsistent food
Stress for everyone
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
PEAKS is outfitted like a full commercial kitchen with high output, allowing us to serve 150+ guests smoothly using our table-calling system.
3. Not Planning for New Hampshire Weather
NH weddings — especially around the Lakes Region, White Mountains, or Seacoast — are unpredictable. Food trucks need flat space, safe parking, and weather considerations.
Common issues couples overlook:
Muddy fields after rain
Steep or soft gravel driveways
Parking too far from the reception tent
No rain plan for guests walking to the truck
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
We review the venue layout before the wedding and help you pick:
A safe service location
A weather-ready path for guests
A backup plan if it rains
We also bring stable mats, weather-ready setups, and we coordinate with your planner.
4. Assuming All Food Trucks Can Handle Dietary Needs
Many trucks offer great food — but not wedding-level flexibility.
PEAKS regularly serves:
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Nut-free
Kids’ meals
Simplified guest options
Because our menu is rooted in international street food and customizable bowls, we naturally build around dietary diversity.
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
We help you select menu options that smoothly accommodate every guest without slowing down service.
5. Booking a Truck With an Overly Limited Menu
Some food trucks offer only 1–2 things.
That’s fine on the street — but frustrating at a wedding.
Weddings need:
Variety
Balanced flavors
Vegetarian + meat options
Crowd-pleasers
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
PEAKS offers global-inspired street food with multiple entrée choices like:
Korean BBQ bowls
Thai chili chicken
Mediterranean pitas
Nashville hot chicken
Vegetarian/vegan bowls
Plus signature Handcrafted Shave Ice as a fun dessert option.
6. Forgetting to Ask About Service Timing
Food truck weddings require coordinated timing with:
Photography
Toasts
Ceremony
First dances
Party flow
If the truck isn’t aligned with your timeline, service gets messy.
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
We work with:
Your venue
Your planner
Your DJ
Your coordinator
We slot meal service into your timeline so nothing interrupts the celebration.
7. Booking Too Late
Wedding-season food truck availability in New Hampshire fills fast.
Especially:
September
October
Holiday weekends
Lakes Region waterfront venues
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
We recommend booking 8–18 months in advance.
(And many 2026 dates are already filling.)
8. Not Accounting for Guest Experience
Couples sometimes forget to picture what the experience feels like for guests.
Common overlooked issues:
The walk to the truck is too long
No menu signage
No shade/shelter near the truck
Guests confused about when to line up
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
We provide:
Clear menu signage
Table calling
Buzzer system
Simple instructions for guests
Focus on comfort and flow
The experience feels smooth, fun, and elevated.
9. Not Discussing Power, Space, or Venue Rules
Some NH venues have:
Strict generator rules
Limited parking
Noise restrictions
Sloping ground
Tight driveways
Not every truck can handle those.
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
We contact your venue directly to confirm:
Parking
Power
Generator clearance
Setup requirements
Access points
You don’t have to manage any of that.
10. Choosing a Truck That Doesn’t Specialize in Weddings
Street service and wedding service are not the same skill set.
Couples often book a truck that has delicious food but lacks:
Coordinated timing
Experience with planners
Organized service flow
Flexibility for guest needs
Backup plans
Professional equipment
How PEAKS avoids this mistake
PEAKS is a wedding-focused food truck, not a casual street truck.
Our systems, menu, and service style are all optimized specifically for weddings in New Hampshire.
How to Avoid Every Mistake: Book with Confidence
PEAKS helps couples avoid all these pitfalls with:
A proven wedding workflow
Clear planning guidance
Menu flexibility
Organized service systems
A team that handles logistics
You get fun, elevated, international street food paired with our Handcrafted Shave Ice, and a smooth wedding-day experience your guests will remember.
