To buy a coffee truck in Greece, budget €25k–€80k for a new build (or €15k–€40k used) and line up permits before you pay a deposit. Source from Greek builders in Athens/Thessaloniki; require CE compliance, AISI 304 stainless, washable walls, 100–200 L fresh water, separate grey tank, floor drain, 2‑group espresso machine (~3 kW), grinder, fridge, hand‑wash sink with mixer, and either a 5–7 kVA inverter generator (<60 dB) or 230 V 16 A shore power inlet. Register a sole proprietorship on gov.gr, select KAD 56.10 (mobile food service), activate POS that reports to AADE/myDATA, and arrange liability insurance. File your layout and HACCP with the local Public Health Directorate; ensure EFET food‑handler training and valid staff health certificates, LPG installation certificate, fire extinguisher, and first‑aid kit. Choose an operating model: private site with landlord consent, municipal concession of public space (via auction and daily fee), roaming peddler license from the Region, or seasonal beach/events concessions through the Land Service; expect distance limits from schools/hospitals and noise curfews. Target commuter hubs, ferry ports, campuses, marinas, and festivals; design for 6–8 hours autonomy. Decision criteria: under 3.5 t GVW, height, serviceable plumbing, espresso boiler, and parts support; typical delivery is 8–12 weeks.
