Food Truck Kitchens for Rent in Chicago

6 food truck kitchens available in Chicago from $25/hour

food truck kitchen spaces with professional equipment, flexible terms, and everything you need to launch your food business.

Available Food Truck Kitchens in Chicago

Browse 6 verified food truck kitchens spaces. All kitchens include professional equipment and flexible rental terms.

CloudKitchens Chicago - North Center

4024 N Western Ave, 60618

Flexible capacity
1200 sqft
Min 4 hours
ghost kitchen
Logistics supportMarketing supportOrder management system
£38-60/hour

£420/day available

Good value

Nimbus Kitchen - Chicago Loop

166 E Superior St, 60610

Flexible capacity
1050 sqft
Min 4 hours
ghost kitchen
Delivery integrationMarketing supportBusiness consulting
£45-75/hour

£500/day available

Good value

Kitchen Chicago

2418 N Ashland Ave, 60614

Flexible capacity
800 sqft
Min 3 hours
shared kitchen
Storage lockersLoading dockEvent space
£30-45/hour

£320/day available

Excellent value

CloudKitchens Chicago - South Loop

2100 S Lumber St, 60616

Flexible capacity
1400 sqft
Min 4 hours
ghost kitchen
Logistics supportMarketing supportOrder management system
£40-65/hour

£450/day available

Good value

MyKitchens Chicago

3829 N Lincoln Ave, 60613

Flexible capacity
1000 sqft
Min 2 hours
shared kitchen
Basic utilitiesCleaning supplies
£25-40/hour

£280/day available

Excellent value

CloudKitchens Chicago - River West

1035 N Western Ave, 60622

Flexible capacity
1500 sqft
Min 4 hours
ghost kitchen
Logistics supportMarketing supportOrder management system
£42-68/hour

£470/day available

Good value

What is a Food Truck Kitchen?

A food truck kitchen in Chicago is a professional food preparation facility designed for food truck kitchen, food truck commissary, food truck prep kitchen. These spaces are fully licensed, equipped with commercial-grade appliances, and offer flexible rental terms to help food entrepreneurs start and scale their businesses.

Perfect For:

  • food truck
  • street food
  • mobile catering
  • vendor

Key Benefits:

  • No long-term lease commitment
  • All equipment included
  • Fully licensed premises
  • Scale up or down as needed
  • Professional network access

Food Truck Kitchens in Other Cities

Licensing & Regulations in Chicago

What you need to know before renting food truck kitchens in Chicago

Food Service License (Required)

All commercial food operations in the US require a Food Service License from your local health department. Requirements vary by state and county, but generally include facility inspection, food handler certification, and fee payment.

Cost: Typically $100-500 depending on location and operation type

Timeline: 2-8 weeks from application to approval

Renewal: Annual renewal required in most jurisdictions

Food Handler Certification

Most states require all food handlers to complete Food Handler Certification training. Some states also require a Food Manager Certification for supervisors.

Food Handler (All Staff)

  • Online courses available
  • Cost: $10-30
  • Takes 2-3 hours
  • Valid 2-3 years

Food Manager (Supervisors)

  • ServSafe or equivalent
  • Cost: $100-200
  • 1-2 day course + exam
  • Valid 3-5 years

Timeline to Start Trading

1

Complete Food Handler Training

2-3 hours online, $10-30

2

Apply for Food Service License

$100-500, includes facility inspection

3

Health Department Inspection

Scheduled within 2-4 weeks of application

4

Receive License & Start Trading

1-2 weeks after passing inspection

Note: Requirements vary significantly by state and county. Contact your local health department for specific requirements in Chicago. Some commercial kitchens handle permits as part of their rental agreement - ask before applying independently.

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Browse 6 food truck kitchens in Chicago. Starting from $25/hour.