Compact and portable, designed for street sales and pop-up events.
Only $3999 - In Stock
Spacious cart to scale, expand menus, or add modular units.
Only $3999 - In Stock
Compact unit with sink, for any type of food or drinks in busy locations.
Only $9999 - In Stock
Do you need something larger? These full-size food carts are the ideal vending solution for growing businesses and even national brands. They can meet the requirements of high-volume mobile food service, extra demands of complex menus and equipment setups.
Reliable, mobile vending cart for daily use in parks, schools, trade shows
Only $7998 - In Stock
Mid-sized, modular cart for extra prep space and reliable performance.
Only $11997 - In Stock
Kiosk-style unit designed for high-traffic locations like stadiums or airports.
Only $15996 - In Stock
| Feature | Push Cart | Modular Cart | Food & Beverage Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 34" x 74" x 88" | 31" x 69" x 88" | 31" x 108" x 88" |
| Use Case | Street vending, entry-level food service | Custom, flexible food service in any type of venue | Beverage service with water on tap, ample storage |
| Structure | Lightweight, open frame with canopy | Modular wall panels, closed cabinetry, side counters | Back counter, canopy, and sink cabinet |
| Mobility | 2 caster wheels, 2-28" wheels for easy outdoor use | 6" Locking wheels, built for flat, smooth surfaces | Locking wheels, suited for semi-permanent placement |
| Power/Water Options | No plumbing, optional LED lighting | Optional power, lighting, and portable sinks | Includes 4 stainless sinks, hot water |
| Custom Features | Graphic panels, canopy, display shelves | Pop-off canopy, large counter, customization options | Self-contained sink, custom vinyl wrap |
| Best For | Low-volume, mobile street setups | Indoor food setups and brand promotions | Beverage service at events, campuses, airports |
| Starting Price | $3999 | $3999 | $9999 |
You can customize every food cart you buy from us and make it stand out from the crowd! Cart-King food carts are shipped in a bare, powder-coated finish.
Our commercial-grade food carts have a lot of available space to display your brand and image. We can brand your cart with a custom-printed graphics wrap to effectively present your message. Learn how it works.
LED lighting is a valuable add-on as a good use of lighting is known to be an important factor in successful vending. A self-contained portable sink with hot and cold water helps your cart be compliant with US health regulations. This enables you to sell any type of hot or cold food.
Finally, protect your investment in inventory and equipment with a zip-down security cover.
Custom vinyl graphics
from $899
LED Lighting
from $299
Portable Sink
$3999 each
Zip-down cover
$599 each
Cart-King Intl is an expert in the design and manufacture of custom food carts. We have developed that expertise over 20 years of designing and manufacturing many different styles of commercial vending carts for indoor and outdoor applications, such as:
- Outdoor food and beverage kiosks
- Mobile catering carts
- Food trailers
- Food trucks
- Kiosk-style food carts
- Custom food bicycles
- Stadium concession stands
- Trade show food vendor kiosks
Don't just take our word for it. We invite you to browse through some of our many custom carts that we have designed and manufactured for restaurants, caterers, parks and food vendors all across the United States.
-
Read more +
November 13, 2017 By Mike in Coffee Vendors, Concession Stands, Food Carts
Outdoor Food and Beverage Kiosk
-
Read more +
April 22, 2013 By Mike in $10,001-20,000, Food Carts
Mobile Catering Carts
-
Read more +
By Mike in $30,001-40,000, Concession Stands, Food Carts
Mobile Food Trailers
-
Read more +
August 22, 2008 By Mike in $1-10,000, Coffee Vendors, Food Carts
Modular Food and Beverage Carts
Operating a mobile food business in the United States requires more than just a great menu; it requires a unit that meets the rigorous standards of the FDA Food Code and your local county health department. While requirements can vary by state, from California’s strict Title 11 codes to the new 2026 statewide mandates in Texas, the core compliance pillars remain the same.
1. Commercial-Grade Construction (NSF/ANSI Standards)
Most US jurisdictions require food contact surfaces to be made of non-porous, corrosion-resistant materials. Surfaces must be "smooth and easily cleanable" to prevent bacterial growth. Residential-grade materials are almost universally prohibited in commercial vending.
All Cart-King units utilize high-durability powder-coated metals.
2. The Critical Sink Configuration
In the eyes of a health inspector, your sink is a critical piece of equipment for a cart. Most US counties require a specific setup to prevent cross-contamination:
- 3-Compartment Sink: Dedicated to the "Wash, Rinse, Sanitize" workflow for equipment.
- Dedicated Hand Sink: Must be separate from the warewashing basins and include a splash guard to protect food-prep areas.
- The Water Rule: Your system must provide a continuous supply of pressurized hot water (minimum 100°F–108°F for handwashing and 120°F for warewashing).
Our EZ-Sink systems are designed specifically to meet these temperature and multi-basin requirements.
3. Power and Lighting
If your cart operates at night or indoors, lighting is a safety requirement, not an option.
- Intensity: Most codes require at least 50-foot candles of light on all working surfaces.
- Shielding: Bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded to prevent glass from contaminating food in the event of a breakage.
4. The Commissary Requirement
It is important to note that most US health departments require mobile vendors to operate out of a licensed commissary or "Central Preparation Facility." This is where you will:
- Refill potable water and legally dispose of grey water.
- Perform deep cleaning of the unit daily.
- Store bulk inventory in a monitored, temperature-controlled environment.
Strategy for Success: Before purchasing, always request a "Plan Check" document from your local health department. You can submit our technical spec sheets to your inspector to ensure the cart model you’ve chosen meets your specific zip code’s requirements.
Flexible. Compliant. Commercial-Grade.
Cart-King food carts are engineered to be light enough to move, strong enough to last, and easy to customize. As your business grows, you can add modular units, portable sinks, or new branding without starting over.
From daily service to high-volume events, every cart is built with food-safe materials, lockable storage, and optional power hookups and lighting. Whether you're selling tacos, juice, or something totally new, you'll be ready to work where your customers are.
For over 20 years, Cart-King has sold food carts to brands such as Subway, Bruster's and Krispy Kreme to promote their brands and build their revenue streams. For example, Jeff's Amazing Kettle Corn uses our modular food cart in stadiums. Let us help you build your business too.
Robust
Sturdy platforms on heavy-duty, industrial locking castors for ease of mobility.
Compliant
Food-safe countertops and surfaces that meet health department regulations.
Flexible
Fully adjustable shelving for a flexible arrangement of product or equipment placement.
Portable
Powder-coated steel and easily removable canopies for light-weight portability.
Cart-King food carts give the benefits of a flexible, robust, and customizable low risk opportunity with high return potential for entrepreneurial chefs and national food brands alike. With our carts and expertise, combined with your menus and business ideas, you can easily start a very profitable mobile food business or expand your brand presence.
Subway, one of the world’s largest fast-food brands, turned to Cart-King for a high-impact promotional campaign. We designed and built custom food carts that matched Subway’s colors, logos and style for their avocado sandwich offerings.
These carts took the promotion right to the streets, featuring eye-catching displays of fresh avocados and handing out food coupons to passersby. Each cart was also branded for Subway’s #GiveAvoAGo social media push.
The results spoke for themselves:
- 250,000 social media impressions
- 20,650 coupons distributed
- 20,808 direct customer interactions
- 235,391 total campaign reach
This case shows how Cart-King carts are more than just food vending platforms. They can also amplify your brand’s presence and create memorable customer experiences.
Whether you’re a solo vendor or a national chain, Cart-King carts can be tailored to help you achieve your goals. Let us build the cart that helps your vision roll out into the world.
Our carts are used by global franchises, local vendors, and industry innovators to deliver high-volume service and build brand presence.
Vistar Food Services
Used our carts for trade show demos.
Winsport Catering
Expanded their business with a custom Mobile Vending Cart 2K.
Life University
Chose the King Cart 4K for campus service.
Bruster's
Uses a Modular Food Cart for ice cream vending.
