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Black Market Birria Food Truck Catering

Black Market Birria

Tacos, Mexican and Latin food truck catering in Houston, TX

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Rating
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Events catered
28
since Dec 2023
Minimum order
$813
about 48 servings
Per serving
About $17
typical menu price
Responds in
6 hours
typical reply time
See where Black Market Birria has cateredEvery confirmed booking on the Houston, TX map

About Black Market Birria

Black Market Birria is a popular food truck in Houston, Texas, known for its authentic and flavorful birria dishes. Specializing in birria, a traditional Mexican stew made from slow-cooked beef, the food truck offers a variety of options including birria tacos, quesabirria (a cheesy, crispy taco), and birria ramen. Customers rave about the rich, savory flavors of the tender meat and the deep red consommé served on the side for dipping. The truck’s signature birria tacos are often praised for their perfectly crisped shells and generous portions. Founded by Houston natives with a passion for Mexican street food, Black Market Birria has quickly gained a dedicated following. The food truck regularly appears at popular events and locations around the city, with many locals seeking it out for its high-quality ingredients and bold flavors. With its focus on delivering an authentic Mexican birria experience, Black Market Birria has become a must-visit destination for food lovers in Houston.

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Customer reviews

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Stori P.

Nov 2025

5 out of 5 stars

I cannot say enough about this great service! From the countless questions answered by Josie helping me choose the perfect truck for me, to the way everyone could not stop taking about how amazing the food was!! I will definitely be using FoodTruckClub.com again for future events!

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Jennifer W.

Aug 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Great service, was early to set up, great food!

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Madison P.

May 2025

5 out of 5 stars

We hosted Black Market Birria on site for an employee lunch on Cinco de Mayo and everyone from BMB was awesome. We had tons of compliments on all of the food we selected, espescially the birria nachos and street corn. The service was great and the experience overall was awesome. We will definitely have them back!

Recent bookings through Food Truck Club

Black Market Birria has catered 28 events through Food Truck Club since March 2024, serving 2,744 guests across Houston, The Woodlands and Montgomery. Most bookings are public events. Every booking below was confirmed and served through the platform.

Where Black Market Birria has catered through Food Truck Club. Each pin sits a short distance from the venue; exact addresses are never shown. Open the Houston map
  1. catered eventMontgomery, TX · 60 servings · 3 hours
  2. catered eventHouston, TX · 45 servings · 2 hours
  3. catered eventThe Woodlands, TX · 50 servings · 3 hours
  4. catered eventThe Woodlands, TX · 50 servings · 3 hours
  5. catered eventPasadena, TX · 119 servings · 3 hours
  6. catered eventMontgomery, TX · 60 servings · 3 hours
See every Black Market Birria event on the Houston map

Meet the owner

Elias Leija, owner of Black Market Birria

Elias Leija

Owner, Black Market Birria

Like any great story, this one started with food. Spanning a decade from its start, owner and operator Elias Leija worked odd jobs, being an artist at heart and struggling to find meaning within this world to leave his mark, as many others strive to do. One thing he knew he loved was food, so in 2010, he started working for Bernie’s Burger Bus and then The Waffle Bus. Taking what he learned from them and using his Hispanic background that he learned from his mother, he created Blk Mkt Burritos in 2016. Business was good, but during the pandemic, he struggled to find an audience with bars closed. He needed something better to go viral and noticed how popular birria was in California, so he decided to put his spin on it. With the help from his mother, they created Blk Mkt Birria, and the rest is history.

Key Features & Services

On-Site Service On-Site Service
Serves Houston

What's Included

  • Fresh food preparation and professional service staff
  • All supplies included (plates, utensils, napkins)
  • Setup, service, and cleanup
  • Satisfaction Guarantee from Food Truck Club

When to Book

Recommended lead time
15–30 days before your event

The further ahead you book, the more trucks you'll have to choose from. Planning ahead is the best way to secure your top pick.

That said, shorter timelines work too—we book events just days out all the time. You'll just have fewer options to choose from.

Busy seasons: Spring and Fall are our most popular times in Houston, so booking early gives you the best selection.

Venue & Setup Requirements

Usually self-contained
Most trucks bring their own power and water. Confirm any hookups with Black Market Birria when you book.
Space needed

A flat, accessible parking spot—typically 12' × 25' for most trucks

Where we can serve

Offices, homes, private venues, and most parks within our service area

Check Availability

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* Truck availability is subject to change

Cancellation Policy

Flexible options
Plans change, and we get it
30+
More than 30 days before

Full flexibility window

100% refund
14+
14–29 days before

Partial refund available

50% refund
7+
7–13 days before

Limited refund window

25% refund
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Less than 7 days before

Reschedule or apply as credit toward a future event

Flexible options

Weather happens: If bad weather affects your event, we'll work with you to reschedule or credit your booking.

Satisfaction Guarantee

We promise exceptional service, each and every time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our team.

What does Black Market Birria serve?
Black Market Birria serves Tacos, Mexican, Latin and Fusion.Popular menu items include Birria Burger, Birria Loaded Nachos and Quesabirria Tacos.Most servings run about $17 before tax. The full menu with current prices is above.
Is there a minimum order or guest count?
Yes, Black Market Birria has a minimum order of $813, which works out to roughly 48 servings at this menu's prices. This minimum covers essential costs including food preparation, staffing and setup time. For smaller gatherings, consider the attendee-pay option where guests purchase their own meals.
What is included in the catering price?
Your quote from Black Market Birria includes food preparation, serving supplies (plates, utensils, napkins), the truck's staff, and setup and breakdown. Some trucks charge a travel fee depending on how far the venue is; the truck will let you know if one applies. The per-serving prices on this page already include Food Truck Club's service fee; sales tax is added and the complete total is shown before you confirm.
How far in advance should I book Black Market Birria?
Fifteen to thirty days gives you the best shot at your first-choice date, and shorter timelines work too. Black Market Birria typically answers a request within 6 hours, so you'll know quickly whether the date is open. Food trucks in Houston book up fastest in spring and fall, and events with 100+ guests benefit from a little extra notice for menu planning and staffing.
What types of events does Black Market Birria cater?
Recent bookings through Food Truck Club include a 60-guest catered event in Montgomery (October 2026) and a 45-guest catered event in Houston (September 2026), out of 28 events catered so far. Corporate lunches, employee appreciation days, community festivals, school and university events, and private celebrations around Houston are all bookable from this page.
Where does Black Market Birria serve?
Black Market Birria is based in Houston, TX and takes bookings across Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Matagorda, Walker, Waller and Wharton Counties. Some trucks charge a travel fee depending on how far the venue is, so include the full event address in your request and the truck will let you know if one applies. For a venue outside this area, the truck will confirm whether it can make the trip.
Do you offer vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or allergy-conscious options?
Black Market Birria hasn't listed specific dietary menus, but most trucks can adapt a few items. Describe what you need, including allergies, in your booking request and the truck will confirm what it can safely prepare.
Do I need to provide any utilities (power or water)?
Usually not. Most food trucks arrive with their own generator, water tank, and cooking equipment, so a flat, accessible parking spot of roughly 12 by 25 feet is all they need. Some trailers and dessert carts do run on an outlet, so mention what your venue offers and Black Market Birria will confirm any hookups before the event.
What happens in case of bad weather or cancellation?
Rescheduling is the usual answer when weather turns, and we work with you and the truck to find a date. If the event has to be cancelled, the refund follows the cancellation policy above.

Areas & Counties Served in Houston

Austin Brazoria Chambers Colorado Fort Bend Galveston Harris Liberty Matagorda Walker Waller Wharton

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Every event is fully managed by a dedicated coordinator. If something goes wrong, we'll make it right — replacement truck, credit, or full refund.

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