BBQ Trucks
Pre-equipped with smokers, grills, and holding warmers. High-demand at events and festivals. Great resale value and loyal customer base.
View listingsFood Truck For Sale in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis is a different kind of food truck market. BBQ has a global reputation here, and the trucks built around it dry rub, wet sauce, ribs, pulled pork carry name recognition that concepts in other cities have to build from scratch. If you are buying a truck with BBQ in mind, Memphis is where that concept makes the most sense geographically.
The listings below include food trucks for sale in Memphis and the surrounding Shelby County area, posted directly by sellers with full equipment details and asking prices.
Browse Food Truck Listings in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis listings tend to be priced more accessibly than Nashville. Starter trucks with working kitchens and some age can be found in the $12,000 to $25,000 range. Mid-range builds typically list between $28,000 and $50,000. Fully equipped newer trucks top out around $65,000 to $70,000 in this market.
One practical note: Memphis sellers are generally more open to negotiation than Nashville sellers. The market moves a bit slower and motivated sellers sometimes price with room to move.
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$66,000
All-Purpose Food Truck
2000 International Turnkey Food Truck – 3 Fryers, 2024 Kitchen, 12,000W Generator
"2000 International diesel 2024 kitchen, 3 fryers, 12,000W Predator generator, Pro Fire suppression, 55k engine miles, $66,000 Memphis TN"
A 2000 International diesel food truck built for high-volume frying 55,000 miles on a newer…
$73,700
All-Purpose Food Truck
2005 Workhorse P42 25ft All-Purpose Food Truck – 2026 Kitchen, Stainless Interior
"2005 Workhorse P42 25ft 2026 kitchen installation, stainless interior, deep freezer, backup camera, $73,700 Memphis TN"
A 2005 Workhorse P42 diesel step van stretching 25 feet with a 2026 kitchen installation…
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$66,000
All-Purpose Food Truck
2000 International Turnkey All-Purpose Food Truck
"2000 International diesel - 2024 kitchen, 3 fryers, 12,000W generator, 55k miles on the engine, turnkey"
A 2000 International diesel food truck with 55,000 miles on a newer engine and 100,000…
Memphis Food Truck Permits and Licensing
Food trucks in Memphis need a Shelby County Health Department food service permit and a City of Memphis business tax license. Street vending on public property requires an additional City of Memphis vending permit through the Memphis Division of Planning and Development.
Commissary kitchen costs in Memphis are significantly lower than Nashville typically $200 to $450 per month. The permitting process is more straightforward than Metro Nashville and generally faster for first-time applicants.
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Popular Food Truck Types For Sale
Browse the most common food truck categories available across the US. Each type comes with different equipment requirements, startup costs, and market demand — use this guide to find your best fit.
Taco & Mexican Trucks
One of the most popular and profitable food truck categories. Usually equipped with flat tops, steam tables, and high-volume prep space.
View listingsCoffee & Espresso Trucks
Low food prep overhead with high margin drinks. Ideal for morning routes, office parks, and weekend markets. Often includes commercial espresso machine and generator.
View listingsBurger & American Food Trucks
Classic concept with broad appeal. Equipped with flat-top grills, fryers, and refrigerated prep tables. Strong performance at fairs and sporting events.
View listingsDessert & Ice Cream Trucks
Seasonal but high-margin. Includes refrigeration systems, soft-serve machines, or baking equipment. Great for events and parks.
View listingsAsian Fusion Trucks
Fast-growing category featuring sushi burritos, Korean BBQ, Thai bowls, and more. Popular in urban markets and college towns.
View listingsPizza Trucks
Wood-fired or gas pizza ovens on wheels. Increasingly popular at weddings, breweries, and corporate events. Commands premium pricing.
View listingsVegan & Health Food Trucks
Growing demand in fitness communities, farmers markets, and city centres. Often lower equipment cost with simple prep requirements.
View listingsWhere Memphis Food Trucks Operate
Beale Street draws heavy tourist traffic year-round and is one of the most recognizable food and entertainment corridors in the South. AutoZone Park during Redbirds baseball season brings consistent crowds on game nights. Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium events provide seasonal high-volume opportunities.
The Cooper-Young neighborhood and Overton Square attract a local spending crowd that is willing to pay more per transaction than tourist areas typically deliver. Operators who split time between tourist zones and neighborhood locations often build more stable businesses than those who rely on a single area.
Commissary Kitchens & Parking in Memphis, Tennessee
Explore commissary kitchens, commercial parking, and food truck parks near Memphis, Tennessee to get your business running quickly.
Listing Info for Memphis, Tennessee
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Food Truck For Sale – Memphis, Tennessee
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What Sells in Memphis
BBQ is the obvious answer and it is the right one. Memphis-style BBQ has built-in credibility that operators from other cities cannot easily replicate. Soul food, wings, and Southern sides also perform consistently. Near Overton Square and Cooper-Young, fusion concepts and upscale casual concepts are finding audiences that did not exist in Memphis five years ago.
If you are buying a truck to operate in Memphis and you are not planning a BBQ or Southern food concept, think carefully about differentiation. The market has room for other concepts but the BBQ trucks here have loyal followings that are hard to compete with directly.
Memphis is worth taking seriously as a food truck market. The volume is not Nashville-level, but the overhead is substantially lower and the competition, while real, is not as saturated. A well-run truck with a clear concept and a reliable commissary arrangement can build a sustainable business here without the financial pressure that Nashville imposes on new operators.
Frequently Asked Questions – Food Truck For Sale in Memphis, Tennessee
How much does a food truck cost in Memphis?
Memphis food trucks typically sell between $12,000 and $70,000. Starter trucks with working kitchens start around $12,000 to $25,000. Mid-range builds run $28,000 to $50,000. Fully equipped newer trucks top out around $65,000 to $70,000. Memphis generally prices lower than Nashville for comparable trucks.
What permits do I need to run a food truck in Memphis?
You need a Shelby County Health Department food service permit, a City of Memphis business tax license, and a City of Memphis vending permit for public street operation. All trucks must operate out of a licensed commissary kitchen. The Memphis permitting process is generally faster than Nashville.
How much does a commissary kitchen cost in Memphis?
Commissary kitchen fees in Memphis typically run $200 to $450 per month, significantly lower than Nashville. Several commissary options operate across Shelby County.
Where do Memphis food trucks do well?
Beale Street provides consistent tourist traffic. AutoZone Park during Redbirds season and Liberty Bowl events are strong seasonal opportunities. Cooper-Young and Overton Square attract local spenders who pay more per transaction. Operators who work multiple zones typically build more stable businesses.
Is BBQ the only concept that works in Memphis?
BBQ performs best by a wide margin because of Memphis's reputation, but it is not the only option. Soul food, wings, and Southern sides are strong. Near Cooper-Young and Overton Square, fusion and upscale casual concepts have found growing audiences. The key is differentiation not trying to compete head-on with established BBQ trucks.
Is Memphis a good city for a first-time food truck owner?
Memphis is more forgiving than Nashville for first-time operators. Lower commissary costs, a more straightforward permit process, and lower truck prices mean you can get started with less capital. The trade-off is that the volume ceiling is lower than Nashville, but so is the financial risk.
FaithAI Food Truck lists Memphis trucks from private sellers and operators throughout Shelby County and West Tennessee. Browse the full Tennessee directory if you want to compare Memphis listings against other cities in the state.