Cookout Trucks · Weddings & Events · Large Group Orders
In-N-Out Menu Catering & Cookout Truck Guide
Planning an In-N-Out Cookout Truck for a wedding, company picnic, or graduation—or picking up 40 burgers at your neighborhood store? Here is what the mobile Cookout fleet serves, how it differs from restaurant locations, and how to benchmark per-person menu costs.
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Cookout Truck Menu vs. Restaurant Menu
In-N-Out’s red-and-white Cookout Trucks grill fresh 100% USDA beef patties to order on-site, but their mobile kitchen layout skips deep fryers and shake machines.
| Category | Mobile Cookout Truck / Trailer | In-Store Group Pickup |
|---|---|---|
| Burgers Served | Double-Double, Cheeseburger, Hamburger, Grilled Cheese | Full menu + 3x3, 4x4 & all secret customizations |
| Customizations | Animal Style, Protein Style, raw/grilled onions, spread, mustard/ketchup | All official & community modifications |
| Side Item | Sealed bags of potato chips (no deep fryers on trucks) | Fresh-cut French Fries, plus Cheese Fries & Animal Style Fries (community order, not official) |
| Drinks | Fountain sodas, Signature Pink Lemonade, Iced Tea | Fountain drinks, Milk, Coffee, Hot Cocoa & Real Ice Cream Shakes |
| Shakes | Not served on standard Cookout Trucks | Chocolate, Vanilla & Strawberry Shakes, plus Neapolitan Shake (community order, not official) |
In-Store Group Order Price Benchmarks (California Reference)
If you are picking up a large group order directly at an In-N-Out counter instead of hiring a private Cookout Truck, you pay standard menu-board prices per item plus local sales tax.
| Menu Item | Calories | Protein | Observed CA Board Price |
|---|---|---|---|
 Double-Double | 610 kcal | 33 g | $6.35 + tax Observed · Los Angeles area, CA (exact restaurant not stated) · Reddit Los Angeles-area menu-board post · Single source; medium confidence. Survey context: $6.50 Observed · San Francisco Bay Area (highest found by source) · Tasting Table |
 Cheeseburger | 430 kcal | 20 g | $4.40 + tax Observed · Los Angeles area, CA (exact restaurant not stated) · Reddit Los Angeles-area menu-board post · Single source; medium confidence. |
 Hamburger | 360 kcal | 16 g | $3.85 + tax Observed · Los Angeles area, CA (exact restaurant not stated) · Reddit Los Angeles-area menu-board post · Single source; medium confidence. |
 Grilled Cheese | 370 kcal | 14 g | $3.80 + tax Observed · Valencia, CA (register receipt) · Reddit Valencia · Single source; medium confidence. |
 French Fries | 360 kcal | 5 g | — |
 #1 Double-Double Combo | 970 kcal (before drink) | 38 g | $11.20 + tax Observed · Los Angeles area, CA (exact restaurant not stated) · Reddit Los Angeles-area menu-board post · Single source; medium confidence. |
Cookout Truck Site Requirements & Tips for Large Pickups
Requirements for Booking an In-N-Out Cookout Truck
- Service Regions: Cookout Trucks operate primarily across Southern California (Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire, San Diego, Ventura) and select metropolitan hubs near regional commissaries (such as Dallas–Fort Worth, Phoenix, and Las Vegas).
- Level Parking & Clearance: The host venue must provide a flat, paved, legal parking space with overhead clearance for a commercial cookout trailer and tow rig, away from grass or steep residential driveways.
- Advance Reservation Window: Peak wedding and graduation Saturdays in spring and summer frequently book out 6 to 12 months ahead. Contact In-N-Out Customer Service directly to verify date availability and minimum burger counts for your zip code.
How to Place a Large In-Store Pickup Order (20–100+ Burgers)
- Give the Store Advance Notice: For 25 or more burgers, visit the restaurant a day ahead or call In-N-Out Customer Service so the shift manager can prep extra lettuce, tomatoes, and buns for your pickup window.
- Order Inside, Not in the Drive-Thru: Large group orders should always be picked up at the indoor counter so they do not stall the drive-thru lane and can be packed flat in multi-burger catering boxes.
- Request Packets on the Side: Ask for extra Extra Spread (packet), Chopped Chilies, and ketchup packets so guests can customize at the event.
Catering & Cookout Truck FAQs
Does In-N-Out have a Cookout Truck for private catering events?
Yes. In-N-Out operates dedicated mobile Cookout Trucks and Cookout Trailers for weddings, corporate events, school fundraisers, and private parties in select service regions (primarily Southern California, plus select metro areas in Texas, Arizona, and Nevada). Bookings must be arranged directly with In-N-Out’s Cookout department well in advance.
Why do In-N-Out Cookout Trucks serve potato chips instead of French Fries?
Because In-N-Out peels and dices whole Russet potatoes on-site and cooks them in large commercial sunflower-oil vats, mobile Cookout Trucks do not carry open hot-oil fryers for safety and space reasons. Instead, Cookout Truck packages pair freshly grilled burgers with bagged potato chips and fountain drinks.
How can I order In-N-Out for a large group if the Cookout Truck is unavailable?
For orders of 20 to 100+ burgers, visit or call your local In-N-Out store ahead of time (ideally 24 hours in advance for very large orders) so the store manager can schedule extra grill capacity and pack your burgers and fries in insulated group boxes for counter pickup.
Does In-N-Out cater via DoorDash, Uber Eats, or EzCater?
No. In-N-Out strictly prohibits third-party delivery and catering marketplaces from reselling its food to protect food temperature and quality. All Cookout Truck bookings and in-store group pickups must be placed directly with In-N-Out.