Custom Step-Van Truck Conversions

A step-van conversion turns a standard cargo step-van into a self-propelled, street-legal commercial kitchen. The price of $47,000 to $100,000 and above covers the conversion itself: the gas lines, plumbing, electrical system and commercial-grade interior walls that make the vehicle a working kitchen. The vehicle chassis is not included, so the van itself must be budgeted for separately.

The appeal of a step-van is that the kitchen and the vehicle are a single unit. There is no tow vehicle to buy, no hitch to manage and no trailer to maneuver into a tight event lot, and the driver can often move from one location to the next quickly. The walk-in cab and tall interior of a step-van also give staff more standing room than many trailers of a similar length.

Because the build starts from an existing vehicle, condition matters. A mechanically sound, rust-free chassis with a known service history protects the investment, since the cost of the conversion is spent on top of whatever you pay for the van. As with any motor vehicle, plan for ongoing engine, brake and tire maintenance, and remember that when the van is in the shop the kitchen is out of service with it.

The upper end of the range reflects heavier equipment loads, longer cooking lines, more extensive custom metalwork and higher-specification finishes. Share your menu, your preferred vehicle and your local rules when you request a quote so the scope can be priced accurately.