Bruneau’s Food Cart
Established in 2014, Bruneau’s Food Cart & Catering has unique open-air food carts specializing in high-volume events and white-glove catering. Everything that we do is a show! And, people love to watch us cook! Serving Northeast Tennessee, and as a preferred vendor the Tennessee Film Commission and for large national events such as the Overland Expo, Bruneau’s has a strong reputation for serving awesome food and providing stellar service.
Bruneau’s was established at the beginning of the mobile food truck wave as one of the original food carts in the very popular mountain town of Bend, Oregon. Recently relocated to NE Tennessee, Bruneau’s specializes in serving Authentic Philly Cheese Steaks and Traditional Greek Gyros (with Vegetarian and Gluten Free Options). But, for Select Catered Events we will finely tune and craft a Mouth Watering Menu that goes well beyond serving our tried and true famous sandwiches
Our simple but awesome menu was designed by a Philly Native. Made with delectable ingredients, and our sandwiches consistently win rave reviews from nearly every discriminating Philly Native that graces our food cart. When we say “Authentic” we mean AUTHENTIC Philly Cheesesteaks and our 4.9 Star Google Reviews affirm that.
White-Glove Catering for Film, Corporate Events, & Weddings
Bruneau’s has served at the most exclusive events in Central Oregon and for some of the most discriminating and selective companies.
We offer White-Glove Service and will make you look and feel like a rock star by reducing your stress and increasing your joy. Let us help you plan, coordinate, and serve the food, drinks, appetizers, sides, and desserts for your guests for you most important event.
Our ultimate goal and desire is to serve you and your guests so that you have “Less Stress — More Joy!”
Food = Friendship and Stories
We LOVE food! And, we love Cooking Food! But, even more that this WE LOVE STORIES. We love hosting dinner parties, and creating space and time and an atmosphere for people to connect, talk, share. Because the fact is, STORIES bind us to each other…. We remember stories long after we forget faces and names…. Eating our Food creates a moment in time where people share a table or a corner of the world and tell the stories of their lives…. Our Food NOURISHES the SOUL…. Watching us cook —primes the pump for conversation and sparks conversation with people who might never connect otherwise. Suddenly people start talking about where they are from and where they are going…. and begin telling stories about who they are and who they want to become. This is why our food is unforgettable…it’s BECAUSE OF THE STORIES.
Film and Television Catering
Our Film and Television Catering Clients include:
- MTV (Bruneau’s served 180 people lunch and dinner for nearly three weeks straight including the cast, producers, and film crew for “Teen Mom Season II: Reunion)
- Airbnb (Bruneau’s served the 45 person cast, producers, and film crew during their commercial video shoot of “The Last Blockbuster”)
Corporate Catering
We have catered for some of the largest corporate events in Central Oregon serving over 400 people at one time. Our food is comforting and nourishing, distinctive and delicious, made with love and pride, using the best fresh, local, and regional ingredients.
We have catered for many corporate events from special lunches, to company picnics, and special client events. Our clients include Sony; Consumer Cellular; The Home Depot; Bendistillery; Crater Lake Spirits; and Tetherow Luxury Golf Resort. Additionally, we have catered for Brasada Ranch; First American Title Company; McKenzie Cascade Excavation; The Scotch Golf Tournament; Seran Bioscience; and Eagle Crest Resort.
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Catering for Weddings and Social Events — Birthday Parties, Graduations, Anniversaries & Family Reunions
Do you remember the feeling you had as a child when the ice cream truck drove through your neighborhood? You couldn’t wait for a cool, delicious treat on those hot, summer days. What if you could share a little of that nostalgia at your next big event? Why not feature Bruneau’s Food Cart instead of plated food or a buffet? Food cart catering is hip, fun, affordable and delicious. It’s the perfect fit for the “foodies” and always creates a buzz of conversation —because everyone loves a food truck!
We have catered lunches and dinners for exclusive dinner parties, private birthday bashes, unique wedding receptions, and memorable anniversary celebrations.
To be respectful of people’s privacy we rarely share images or name drop. But you can read a few of the reviews of our satisfied customers from Google, Yelp, and Facebook below:
“We had our backyard wedding catered by Bruneau’s and were so happy with our experience. The food was bomb and we had several guests gushing about how nice Andrea was after the wedding.” – Kailie Tronson (Bride)
“This is the best cheesesteak I’ve ever had. Might actually beat Pat’s and Geno’s in Philly! Nothing like it in Bend – that’s for sure. They also do a great job of catering – they did our wedding and it was a major hit. I’d follow these guys anywhere.” – Bride
“Bruneau’s catered my 40th birthday party- and what a hit!!! Delicious-! everybody loved it- and went back for more( maybe too much more …lol) How fun to come home to my “surprise” party with a food cart at my back patio!” -Jennifer Steigmen
Why Bruneau’s is Unique
Our food carts are very unique compared to all the other food trucks in Central Oregon. Most mobile food vendors make their food privately inside a food truck or a food trailer and then serve their food through a sliding glass window. Our food carts on the other hand are open-air carts. This means that you can literally see everything that we do from prepping the food to cooking and serving the food. And not only can you see everything happening, but you can hear and smell the sizzling onions, meat and cheese on the grill. Everything that we do is a show! And, people love to watch us cook! This is no surprise of course, if you think of all the cooking shows that have become popular through the years: Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, The Best Thing I Ever Ate, Hell’s Kitchen, Beat Bobby Flay, and Iron Chef.
Enjoying our food is an unforgettable experience: from the presentation and taste to the conversation and friendships that develop around the grill. Your friends, family, team, and/or clients, will remember and talk about our food long after the meal is over.
Wow! We can’t give Bruneau’s South Philly Cuisine enough kudos for making our family reunion kickoff a success. We had 47 people of all ages and food preferences at the Black Butte Ranch Resort outdoor pavilion just west of Sisters, Oregon. Several family members asked who the caterer was as they were fully satisfied with the variety and mouth watering food. Andrea ran such an efficient show, while keeping a low profile too. Delicious!
Becky Stephenson, Black Butte Ranch; Oregon
Less Stress – More Joy!
Let’s face it, planning a memorable event with important people can be stressful and often a lot of work. But, it doesn’t have to be. You can impress your friends, family, or colleagues with a strategic decision to have our food cart cater your event and do all work. Why not enjoy yourself and look like a rockstar, while we cook some phenomenal food, create an unforgettable experience for your guests, and clean up the mess.
Catering Service Details
Bruneau’s will drive to your private location, set up a food cart, and serve custom made sandwiches for each of your guests. We will also serve cold drinks, sides, and desserts for your guests exclusively at your special event.
Bruneau’s offers full service catering which means that we will not only supply all the napkins, cutlery and plates that are needed. But, nothing will be left at your location after your event; all waste will be bagged and removed.
Catering Menu
Let Your Food Reveal Something About You
If you are hosting something special —then let your food make a statement and reveal something fun about your business or personality or history…. and if you want help to tell a little bit of your story through the food you serve…we happily offer free consultations (just ask!).
Sandwiches, Salads, & Specials
In addition to our original and very popular Authentic Philly Cheese Steaks and Traditional Greek Gyros (which you can see here,) for catered events we also generally offer a Blue Cheese Steak Salad, and a Spicy Hot Sausage with our coveted Secret Sauce. If speed matters, than this limited menu is the best choice and what we offer for high-volume events across the country
If you are interested in something more than this, we will offer a delectable feast for all of the senses. And, all of our food is made to accommodate most dietary needs and requests.
Non-Alcoholic Cold Beverages
Bruneau’s serves cold non-alcoholic drinks, and, even we can’t get enough of our Sun-brewed Iced-Tea, Fresh Handsqueezed Lemonade, and Arnold Palmers! (We confess, our family and friends drink this year round!!) Of course, we also offer Popular Sparkling Waters (including San Pelegrino and La Croix) Name-Brand Sodas, and Premium Bottled Water.
Appetizers, Sides, and Desserts
Bruneau’s will offer you a choice of sides, appetizers, and desserts based on the occasion of your event.
Catering Fees
Generally there is a $850 minimum for weekdays (Monday-Thursday) and $1,250.00 for weekends (Friday-Sunday). However, this may be negotiated depending on the date and time of your event. Our catering fees start at $15/person for sandwiches/entrées. We also offer upgraded catering packages that include non-alcoholic cold drinks, appetizers, side salads, and desserts. Please note there is a $300.00 private catering fee for each event to cover the associated costs for traveling to and from your private location, setting up and cleaning up, and staffing to exclusively serve your guests.
Availability
Please contact us as soon as you determine the date and time of your event to discuss availability. We are generally booked for catering events six-twelve months in advance. Please include the date(s) of your event, the number of people, and the occasion of your event. We will respond within 48 hours to set a time to discuss your event and if we are able to accommodate your date/time, details, and special requests we will create three customized catering packages for you to review and choose from.