What Is on The Lime Truck Catering Menu, and What Do Clients Say?
If you are planning a wedding, corporate event, or private party in Southern California, one of the first questions worth asking is what the caterer actually serves. The Lime Truck has been rolling up to Southern California events since 2010, and our menu has evolved through 15+ years of catering experience, two Food Network Great Food Truck Race championships, and thousands of events for clients ranging from Warner Bros. and Coachella to backyard birthday parties.
This guide walks you through what is on our catering menu, how each item is prepared, how menus get customized for different event types, our dietary accommodations, and what real clients say about the experience.
What Is on The Lime Truck Catering Menu?
Our menu is built around fresh, bold Cali-Mex cuisine, made to order at your event. Every item is prepared on-site, never pre-cooked or reheated. Here is what the core menu covers.
Proteins and Tortillas
Our protein lineup is where the menu starts. Each option is prepped fresh daily, seasoned in-house, and cooked on the truck.
- Carnitas — slow-braised pork, hand-pulled and finished crispy on the flat-top
- Carne asada — marinated skirt steak, char-grilled and sliced thin
- Grilled chicken — citrus-marinated and cooked to order
- Vegetarian and vegan proteins — including spicy shiitake mushrooms, marinated tofu, and roasted vegetables
All proteins are served on hand-pressed corn tortillas, which are naturally gluten-free. Flour tortillas are also available for burritos and quesadillas. For more on our full menu offerings, visit our menu page.
Salsas, Toppings, and Sides
Every event comes with our signature salsa bar, hand-crafted fresh:
- Salsa verde — bright, tangy, herbaceous
- Roasted salsa roja — smoky and rich
- House-made spicy salsa — for guests who want the heat
- Creamy avocado salsa — a consistent guest favorite
Standard toppings include diced onion, fresh cilantro, pickled onions, lime wedges, and cheese. Sides include cilantro-lime rice, black beans, pinto beans, chips and salsa, and our fan-favorite loaded carne asada fries.
Add-Ons and Signature Extras
Our most popular add-on is the Fresh Lime Margarita Bar, featuring hand-squeezed lime margaritas, premium tequila options, and a build-your-own garnish station. Other extras include churro bites for dessert, guacamole upgrades, and expanded protein selections for larger events.
How Is The Lime Truck Menu Customized for Your Event?
Every event is different, and our menu adapts accordingly. Here is how we tailor it.
Service Formats
We offer three primary service formats:
- Taco bar buffet — best for weddings, corporate lunches, and casual receptions where guests build their own plates
- Plated service — for seated dinners and formal events requiring pre-portioned plates
- Passed appetizers — smaller-format bites for cocktail hours and mingling receptions
The right format depends on your headcount, venue setup, and event type. For wedding-specific formats, we typically recommend the taco bar buffet with plated appetizers during cocktail hour. For corporate events, buffet-style service keeps the line moving for high-volume lunches.
Dietary Accommodations
Every catering menu includes:
- Vegetarian options — grilled veggie tacos, burrito bowls, and cheese quesadillas
- Vegan options — spicy shiitake, marinated tofu, black bean, and roasted vegetable tacos with vegan salsas
- Gluten-free options — 100% corn tortillas across the taco menu, plus burrito bowls in place of burritos
We also cook entirely seed-oil-free through our partnership with Zero Acre Farms. That means no canola, soybean, or vegetable oil in any dish. This is one of the few catering menus in Southern California with that distinction, and it consistently comes up in feedback from health-conscious clients and guests with seed oil sensitivities.
Menu Flexibility Limits
There are practical limits to customization. We do not build fully bespoke non-Mexican menus (we stay in our Cali-Mex lane, which is where we won two Food Network championships). We also require a minimum lead time for large events with heavy customization, typically 3 to 6 months. For smaller events with standard menus, shorter lead times are often possible.
What Do Clients Say About The Lime Truck?
Our menu has been tested at thousands of events across Southern California. Here is what public reviews consistently highlight.
Common Themes from Real Reviews
Across Yelp, The Knot, Zola, and Google, several themes come up repeatedly in verified client feedback:
- Food quality — clients specifically call out the tacos, quesadillas, appetizers, and churro bites
- Service speed — guests moving through the line quickly, even at large weddings
- Team professionalism — communicative planning process and organized on-site execution
- Dietary flexibility — vegetarian and vegan options praised for actually being flavorful, not afterthoughts
According to a 2020 Yelp roundup published by Hoodline, The Lime Truck earned 4 stars from 775 reviews, ranking as one of the top food trucks in Irvine. On Zola, our wedding catering profile holds a 5.0 rating across verified wedding clients.
Verified Client Feedback
Here are quotes from real reviews, first names only, quoted accurately from public review platforms:
Jacquelyn Lee G. (Zola, wedding client): "So fast and the tacos were amazing."
Keara G. (Zola, wedding client): "The food was delicious, the service was efficient and so personable."
Anonymous (The Knot, wedding client): "Appetizers, tacos and churro bites were incredible."
Not every review is glowing. On The Knot, one client shared a negative experience involving a last-minute logistics issue at their wedding. We take feedback like that seriously, and it has directly informed how we plan backup coverage for large weddings today.
How to Request the Full Lime Truck Catering Menu
The menu on our website covers the core items, but every event menu is built specifically for your guest count, dietary needs, venue, and event type. To request a full custom menu, share the details of your event through our inquiry form.
You will receive a personalized menu proposal, pricing based on your headcount, and a booking timeline. Our team typically responds within one business day. For catering coverage across all of Southern California, our three locations serve Orange County (Irvine HQ), Los Angeles (Glendale), and San Diego (Market Street).
According to Food Network, The Great Food Truck Race has featured some of the most competitive food trucks in the country over its 15+ seasons on air. Our back-to-back wins in 2011 and 2012 remain part of what shaped the menu you see today. Industry publications like Eater have also covered The Lime Truck's role in shaping California's food truck culture.
Book The Lime Truck for Your Southern California Event
Ready to see the full menu built for your event? The Lime Truck is now booking weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, and private celebrations across Orange County, Los Angeles, and San Diego.
Reach out through our catering inquiry form to check your date and start building your custom menu. You can also call us directly at (949) 232-0690 to speak with our catering team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on The Lime Truck catering menu?
Our catering menu features tacos with carnitas, carne asada, grilled chicken, and vegan proteins, plus quesadillas, burrito bowls, carne asada fries, hand-crafted salsas, sides like cilantro-lime rice and beans, and add-ons including our Fresh Lime Margarita Bar and churro bites.
Can The Lime Truck accommodate vegan and gluten-free guests?
Yes. We offer vegan proteins including spicy shiitake mushrooms and marinated tofu, plus vegan-friendly salsas and sides. Corn tortillas are 100% gluten-free, and burrito bowls work well for gluten-free guests.
Is The Lime Truck seed-oil-free?
Yes. Through our partnership with Zero Acre Farms, we cook entirely without canola, soybean, or vegetable oil.
How many stars does The Lime Truck have on Yelp and Zola?
Yelp shows 4 stars across 775 reviews as of a 2020 industry roundup. Zola shows a 5.0 rating on our wedding catering profile.
How do I request the full catering menu?
Submit an inquiry through our website or call (949) 232-0690. You will receive a customized menu proposal based on your event details.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend 3 to 6 months for weddings and large events. Smaller events with standard menus may be accommodated on shorter notice.
The Lime Truck
Catering across Southern California
Irvine (OC HQ) | Glendale (LA) | San Diego (Market Street)
Phone: (949) 232-0690
Web: thelimetruck.com