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Customization Options for a Mobile Food Trailer, Concession Stand, Cart Business

Updated: Nov 21

Arete Food Trailers is one of the top manufacturers of mobile food trailers and concession carts throughout the U.S. We offer a wide variety of custom trailers that can be tailored to meet your business needs and we've been a family operated business for over 6 years building hundreds of trailer businesses each year. Whether you are looking to start a mobile coffee shop, taco truck stand, retail cart for your business, Arete Food Trailers has an option available to suit your needs! This blog post examines our expertise in various Equipment and Appliance options for a typical mobile food business.


STOCK EQUIPMENT

When it comes to customizing a food trailer, there are so many factors and items to consider, and some of the most important things can be overlooked. That's why we include all the basic necessities stock on all of our trailers; including a 3-compartment sink with drainboards and separated hand sink, Water Faucets/Heaters/Pumps, fresh water tank with hose inlet and 50% larger waste tank with drainage valve, 304 stainless steel counters and dry storage shelving, led lighting interior, the full electrical system with GFCI outlets, the full tow package including DOT approved taillights, etc, and any color for your trailer body to help match your branding. But we also know that you’ll need more than the basics, so let's go over some equipment your trailer and food truck business might need.



DRY STORAGE

Efficient storage is critical for mobile food businesses. Whether you're prepping on the go or serving at high-traffic events, having organized dry storage can make a huge difference in productivity. We offer solutions like overhead shelving, under-counter storage, and sliding cabinet doors. These options maximize your workspace while ensuring essential tools—like cutlery, plates, and ingredients—are always within arm's reach.





Refrigerators and freezers are probably the most requested, and a very important part of a mobile vending business operation. Refrigeration is considered one of the most essential pieces of equipment not only for storage but for prep as well. We offer a large selection of refrigeration, from display freezers to under-counter refrigerators, including ETL NSF Approved options upon request. These will allow your concession cart business to prepare products for the day or keep them fresh after they’ve been prepped!




Now let's get to the differentiator in many operations, the cooking appliances. These are, without a doubt, some of the most important pieces of equipment in your mini food trailer and can make or break your business if they aren't properly equipped and mapped out for efficiency. We offer griddles and grills that will allow you to cook just about anything at a venue. We even offer appliances like stoves, rotisseries, ovens, microwaves, and so much more for food carts. Having these options allows food trailers and concession carts like ours to be very versatile. Arete now offer ETL gas versions of these various cooking appliances for your food truck to be fully built in and equipped.


For some operations, the staples of cooking appliances aren't enough, sometimes you need appliances a little more unique to get the flavor profile you are looking for. Appliances like Popcorn machines, Smoothie makers, Smokers, Salamanders, Snow cone machines, etc. At Arete we offer specialty appliances that can meet the needs of all kinds of business and event types! Popcorn makers are great for carnivals and outdoor movies while waffle makers make perfect breakfast food at weekend events. At Arete we build everything fully custom, so if you have your Grandma's ol' 30 lb mixer that needs to be at 33" height, we'll make a custom cutout inside the trailer, free of charge, for you to put in any of your own equipment.


Now that we've gone over some of the equipment your business might need to prepare and make your product, it's time to display it for customers! Letting people see what you're selling is essential in any industry and with display case products like our heated or cooling glass displays, you'll be able to show off all of your delicious products without compromising space! Display fridges are also a great idea if you can't keep things out very long but want customers to get a glimpse before they buy.



THE NEXT STEP

At Arete Food Trailers, we believe customization is the cornerstone of a successful mobile business. By tailoring every detail to your specific needs, we ensure that your trailer isn’t just a workspace—it’s a thriving extension of your brand.

Are you ready to see how an affordable food trailer can transform your business? Request your free quote today by filling out this form. Remember, at Arete Food Trailers, we don’t just build trailers—we build businesses!


Want to Learn More?

Check out our other blog posts for a deep dive into all things mobile business, including trailer customization, choosing the right equipment, and representing your business in style. Discover everything you need to know to take your mobile venture to the next level!

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Specialty Builds
Specialty Builds
Nov 23, 2022

It was enjoyable to read what you had to say. This article is being bookmarked for later use. I appreciate the efforts that you have put on this article. We are also provide the customization options that make your food trailer more modular and easily usable. customized trailer for food is a must need for every food trailer business owner and we are here to provide best customization according the user need. we are also available online please so check and get more details about it.

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