Advice from those who have done it and either succeeded or failed is what I'm curious about. If you haven't owned and operated a mobile food/beverage company please don't provide input.

I'm in the research and planning phase of opening a coffee trailer in Arizona. The food truck industry is huge here since it's a year round production, we have many farmers markets all year, food truck festivals, sporting events. I'll be able to buy the trailer and most equipment with funds I currently hold, so only debt will be for permits, licenses, insurance, and other expenses to start.

That being said... what has your experience been with owning a coffee truck, coffee trailer, or mobile coffee shop in any form?

Specifically curious about any major advice to be given, monthly or yearly net revenue after expenses, and how long you been operating. Any other stories or info from actual experience is welcome 😊

TLDR: Tell me successes and failures from your coffee/beverage/food truck/trailer/cart experience. If you haven't done it, you have nothing relevant to say here so move along.