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Setting the bar for gluten free .

Here at tripp's, we pride ourselves in making gluten free food that actually tastes good, how good? So good you won't even know it's gluten free. We source high quality raw ingredients that help us in setting the bar high.

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Grub Wandering Kitchen

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Long live the Grub Truck in Moscow! My absolute favorite Mac n cheese is featured for the month (red wine and steak) and a raspberry brownie! I was the first in line with a following that the Pied Piper would envy Open 10:00-2:30 am. BEST MAC N CHEESE!! I buy it and prep it up for a few meals for the weekend. Love the college town vibe during the academic year and more of the family vibe during the summer hours!

Just order the original Mac and cheese. It is delicious and perfect. The line can be a bit long, but it is worth it. One order can probably feed two people, but I usually just order one for myself. WARNING: if you get a non-original flavor, they add a ton of the toppings and you might be overwhelmed, e.g. if you order the barbecue, there will be A LOT of barbecue sauce in your Mac and cheese. This is probably intentional and simply up to your personal taste, so consider carefully. Also watch them on Twitch.

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Grub truck has some of the best mac and cheese. I recommend the BBQ chicken mac and cheese. Death by garlic is also good. Their prices are very reasonable and you get a good amount of food. Also, I recommend getting there right when they open to avoid the lines. The wait for food isn't very long even if there is a line. The staff is very friendly.

Tasty. Always enjoy the mac and cheese Using twitch is an interesting concept as well.

1.) stay up to get this food at least once, because once you do you will want it again. 2.) drunk or sober it's amazing. 3.) someone could possibly pay for your food 4.) wondrous Mac and cheese 5.) just go.

Mac 'n' cheese? Delicious. They always remember customers and are super friendly and accommodating! Tacos? AMAZING. People know them for the pasta but they actually have the best tacos around. If I could give them a 10 out of 5 I would.

Best food truck in all existence of food trucks. Every time I try to get something different but the Mac'n'cheeses never ever disappoint. Still dream about the rice crispy treats with pistachios in them. Basically you haven't lived until you've experienced this food!

Great hot spot to go to if you're ever in Moscow late. john gives the best service. Is always in a great mood and serves amazing food. Recommend getting the Four Cheese with bacon but all of the food is great.

I have always been a critic of mac n cheese. I try them everywhere and found only a few that live up to my expectations. Grub Truck will be the In N Out to my Idaho visits. I will have to come get some grub. Some of the best mac n cheese put there. Try the Chipotle!

YUM, YUM, YUM! Such a fun atmosphere & the food in unmatchable! You can't go wrong with the Mac - all of them but my favorite item is the chicken tacos, just enough to satisfy a taste and not feel guilty of the rich cheese. Giving in to the guilt is also worth it, the dessert burrito too. Workers are always in a good mood & the live stream on twitch makes things interesting!

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31+ Birmingham food trucks you’ll love this summer

• LAST UPDATED 07/12/22

Looking for something delish… on wheels? We’ve got ya covered with 31+ Birmingham food trucks you’ll love. Keep reading to add a few food trucks to your must-try list, and find out how you can book them for your events.

This list is in alphabetical order… not ranked for yumminess, because trust us, it’d be an even tie.

1. A-Train Station

• Menu highlights: Lunch + dinner with options such as signature wings, loaded fries, quesadillas + Philly cheesesteaks
• Location: Check Facebook + East Side Food Truck Park on Wednesday afternoons
• Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

BONUS: A-Train Station’s owner Careese Agee plans to open a storefront in West End .

2. Aww Shucks

• Menu highlights: Guinness-World-Record-breaking food truck serving up fire-roasted corn on the cob with flavorful toppings like Mexican Street Corn, garlic-herb parmesan + rosemary lemon
• Location: Weekly schedule + East Side Food Truck Park on Wednesday afternoons
• Website | Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

3. Bendy’s Cookies & Cream

• Menu highlights: Homemade ice cream sandwiches with flavors like cookies & cream, snickerdoodle, peanut butter + more
• Location: Request the food truck
• Website | Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

MORE BENDY’S: Find Bendy’s Cookies & Cream storefronts in Trussville + Cahaba Heights.

4. Chubbfathers

• Menu highlights: Lunch + dinner with options including Pop Sugar’s favorite burgers in Alabama , hot dogs, fish tacos, loaded fries + more
• Location: Check Facebook for locations of their two trucks
• Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

MORE CHUBBFATHERS: Find The Chubbfathers storefront in Alabaster .

5. CroixStreet Vegan

• Menu highlights: Vegan options such as sloppy joes, carrot dogs, street tacos, sandwiches, sliders + more
• Location: Check Facebook or website
• Website | Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

6. Coco Crabs

• Menu highlights: Seafood, including seasoned crab and lobster tails with butters like garlic, Cajun + lemon
• Facebook | Instagram

7. Cousins Maine Lobster

• Menu highlights: Authentic Maine lobster in dishes like lobster rolls, lobster bisque, lobster tots and tacos plus clam chowder, shrimp tacos + whoopie pies
• Location: Weekly schedule
• Website | Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

8. Dirty Red

• Menu highlights: Lunch + dinner options including burgers, polish sausage, wraps, quesadillas, lemon pound cake + more
• Website | Facebook | [email protected]

9. Drift Kitchen

• Menu highlights: Lunch + dinner options like the Smash Burger (one of the best burgers in Birmingham in my humble opinion), pimento cheese salads and sandwiches, wings, Carribean-spiced collard greens + more
• Location: Continental Drift, 2201 7th Ave. S | Check Instagram for times

MORE INFO: You can find Drift Kitchen (formerly Paradise Chow) outside of upcoming cocktail bar Continental Drift .

10. Encoure Rouge

• Menu highlights: Gourmet street food, including chicken spinach dip, pastas, shrimp and grits, burgers + more
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

11. Eugene’s Hot Chicken

• Menu highlights: Eugene’s famous hot chicken in levels from mild to stupid hot, with sides such as fries, slaw, mac and cheese + more (PS—don’t skip out on the ranch + mild chicken nuggets. Delish.)
• Location: Follow #WheresEugene on social media

MORE EUGENE’S: Find Eugene’s at their two storefronts in Uptown and Hoover.

12. Fat Charles BBQ

• Menu highlights: Taco truck with birria + smoked meat tacos
• Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

13. Heavenly Donut Co.

• Menu highlights: Homemade donuts in flavors like strawberry, maple bacon, French Toast, Food Network ‘s favorite, Nutella + more
• Location: Check Facebook + The Market at Pepper Place on Saturday mornings
• Website | Facebook | Instagram | Rent the donut truck

14. Hyderabad DUM ZONE

• Menu highlights: Indian street food, including chicken tikka masala, paneer butter masala, samosas, gulab jamoon + more
• Location: Check Facebook
• Facebook | [email protected]

15. Kelley’s Kitchen

• Menu highlights : Hueytown-based food truck with homemade offerings like chicken salads, pimento cheese, panini sandwiches + wraps
• Location: Find location + menu on Facebook
• Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

16. Los Dos Hermanos

• Menu highlights: Cash-only, award-winning taco truck with a la carte tacos (including breakfast tacos), burritos, etc.
• Location: Birmingham— 1st Ave. North and 14th St North, Birmingham, AL 35203 , Tuesday-Friday 9AM-2PM | Bessemer— 604 9th Ave. SW 35022 , Saturday-Sunday 8AM-3PM | Homewood— 211 West Valley, Homewood, AL 35209 , Tuesday-Sunday 9AM-2PM
• Website | Facebook

17. Los Valedores

• Menu highlights: Mexican cuisine with fresh food, including tacos, quesadillas, tortas, burritos, flautas de pollo + more
• Location: 301 Oxmoor Rd, Birmingham, AL 35209

18. Nawlins Style Po’Boys

• Menu highlights: New Orleans-style po’boys with authentic seasonings + homemade sauces
• Location: Check Facebook + Instagram
• Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

19. Not Ya Average Leaf

• Menu highlights: Vegan comfort food with options like “CheezeSteak” eggrolls, chik’n dishes, burgers, shrimp + more

20. O’ My Turkey Leg

• Menu highlights: Turkey dishes including turkey legs, nachos, wraps, sandwiches + more
• Location: Check Facebook + #followthatbird

21. Pasteles La MoreliAna Pastries & Desserts

• Menu highlights: Desserts such as flan, tres leches cake, cupcakes, donuts + more
• Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

22. Porky’s Pride

• Menu highlights: Lunch + dinner, including BBQ sandwiches and salads, loaded mashed potatoes, nachos + more

• Menu highlights: A new food truck serving Kenyan cuisine such as lamb BBQ, matumbo (tripe), grilled chicken and steak, samosas + more
• Location: 2520 4th Ave. S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

24. Simone’s Kitchen

• Menu highlights: Unique twists on classic dishes , including a seafood stuffed grilled cheese, Cajun pasta, strawberry salmon salad, buffalo chicken egg rolls + brunch options
• Website | Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

25. The Pot Belly & Jelly

• Menu highlights: Sandwiches, such as the signature fried PB&J, burgers, grilled cheese steak melt, grilled chicken wrap + more
• Facebook | [email protected]

26. Terrific Treatz

• Menu highlights: First female-owned candied fruit business in Birmingham sharing sweet treats like candied green grapes, strawberry cheesecake pineapple bowls, lemonade + more
• Location: Check location + East Side Food Truck Park on Wednesdays
• Facebook | [email protected]

27. Treats So Sweet

• Menu highlights: Sweets including candy apples, caramel apples, cupcakes + homemade cakes
• Location: Check Facebook + East Side Food Truck Park on Wednesdays

28. Uncle G’s Pizza

• Menu highlights: Alabama’s only authentic Detroit-style pizza food truck with different sauce and topping combinations (pro tip: add hot honey drizzles to your pepperoni slice for one of the most delish slices ever)
• Location: Check Facebook or Instagram + preorder for pickup on the website
• Website | Facebook | Instagram | [email protected]

29. Wasabi Juan To Go

• Menu highlights: Wasabi Juan’s famous sushi burritos + sushi tacos (I recommend the LHM) to-go
• Location: Check Instagram

MORE WASABI JUAN’S: Find Wasabi Juan’s at their storefront in The Battery .

30. Word of Mouth BBQ

• Menu highlights: Barbecued + grilled meats like hot dogs, ribs, sausage, pulled pork sandwiches, jerk chicken wings + more
• Website | Facebook | [email protected]

31. 205 ICE

• Menu highlights: Shaved ice truck

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Taco Road Trip

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Moonlight Mobile Kitchen

Gourmet on the Go

Our truck is more than just a place to grab lunch. It is a place to try out our spin on specific regional foods using local fresh ingredients.

Available for Events

Do you have a company picnic or other special event where you would like us to show up? Our weekends book up fast, so contact us soon. 

203.297.0625

DID YOU KNOW?  In addition to renting out the truck, we have been a full service caterer since 1997. Please check out our Catering Menu that differs from what we do on the truck. You can also find our gourmet prepared meals in the freezer section at Candlewood Market in Fairfield, CT

In a Spot Near You

We bring great food to locations all over our area. Our calendar below shows our scheduled stops, but be sure to follow our social media for surprise visits and secret menu items! 

***WE ARE CLOSED ON MONDAYS***

NOVEMBER THRU MARCH, ALL EVENTS & SCHEDULED TIMES ARE WEATHER DEPENDENT!! FOLLOW OUR SOCIAL MEDIA FOR INSTANT UPDATES AND CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS!!

Where to find us! **Times listed may vary if we sell out

Crown point apartments.

50 Saw Mill Rd. Danbury, CT

WHERE TO GO WEDNESDAY!!! Open to Public, stop by!

4 Brush Hill Rd. New Fairfield, CT

Taco Thursday!!

RIVINGTON CLUBHOUSE

1 Winding Ridge Way Danbury, CT

TGIF!  Start the weekend off in a DELICIOUS way!! Open to the Public, Stop by!

ABBEY LANE APARTMENTS

15 Abbey Lane. Danbury, CT

Saturday night dinner is covered! Open to the Public!

VIXEN HILL VINTAGE - Outdoor Spring Market

346 Ethan Allen Hway Ridgefield, CT

Sunday Funday! Open to the Public! Shopping and Tacos!

Snap, #, Post = Free Dessert

While enjoying your purchase, don't forget to take a selfie next to our Taco Road Trip map, use the Hashtags  #TacoRoadTrippin, tag us and post on Facebook or Instagram, tell us and best photo each month will get a tasty dessert!

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Fresh, wild-caught fish and chips. Brought to your neck of the woods.

Strict seafood standards. Beloved taste.

Proudly serving millions each year

Nearly a decade in business

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Our Wild Alaskan Cod is line caught for freshness. Never caught in a net.

Our fish and chips are beer battered by hand, served with savory, house made tartar and tangy Sweet Chili sauce, for an American twist on an old classic.

Wild caught. Sustainably sourced in the Bering Sea

Always line caught,

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Each fish is caught individually and flash frozen for same-day freshness right away for a fresher taste than net-caught fish.

For almost a decade, see why everyone loves On the Hook.

What makes our Fish and Chips a top favorite?

Freshest Taste

Our Wild Alaskan Cod is line caught. Unlike net caught, that has fish sitting around a while before they're frozen, line caught fish are caught one-at-a-time and frozen as soon as they're brought on board for the freshest taste possible.

Strict Standards

We've been in the seafood trade for generations. We know how to find and serve the freshest fish for the best taste.

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We proudly serve flavorful sauces that offer a unique and delicious taste you won't find anywhere else. Prepared with our secret recipes, try our tartar sauce, Sweet Chili dipping sauce and more.

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Moscow Food Tour

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Visiting Russia is like flashing back in old times – the times of Tsars and Tsarinas, Peter the Great, Lenin, Communists and Stalin.

On our Food Tour you’ll see all  the most historical areas of Moscow , and try  Russian pelmeni, Ukranian borsch, Georgian Khachapuri , as well traditional hospitality, coziest and amazingly beautiful interior.

All food is included!

We can add/drop some places to make it more/less historical, cultural or foodie.

We can include food markets and street food.

The price and menu for this tour varies depending on number of people, season and duration of the tour. All tours are always customized to make you happy. You are welcome to pay $20 per extra person in cash on the tour (starting from 2nd traveler).

The menu for our food tour is pre-set, but you can buy something extra in cafes, if you wish. 

Let the Fun begin!

Hotel pickup

We’ll start with historical downtown and walk around Kuznetsk Bridge, Petrovka street, Kamergersky lane, Stoleshnikov lane and Mokhovaya street. Expect architecture from different epochs, monuments to Russian leaders, Moscow Mayor’s house and Russian state library – the biggest in Europe.

Lunch at Korchma, Ukranian traditional restaurant

Korchma is famous for its great atmosphere, interior and food. Best Russian and Ukranian traditions in one place! Our lunch will include:

• Lean sorrel borsch
• Podolsky Salad,  incredibly juicy and crispy salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes, cauliflower, carrots and greens;
• Zrazy with mushrooms and spinach
• Chicken soup with noodles
• Spring salad with cucumbers, radish, eggs, green onions, lettuce and mayonnaise
• Chicken schnitzel with stewed cabbage

Walk around Kitay Gorod, Bolshoi Theater, historical streets of Moscow.

2 options for snack: either Georgian or Siberian cuisine

1. Tbilisi snack in traditional Georgian restaurant (choose  one)

• Khachapuri with compote (Russian sweet drink from berries), or
• Porridge with persimmon, or
• Chirbuli – fried eggs with saffron, or
• Tkvila chakhokbila – fried eggs with tomatoes, or
• Borano – omelette with Imerulo cheese, or
• Curd rissoles with greens, or
• Home-style matsoni yogurt with honey or jam, or
• Penovani – cheese puff pastry, or
• Sinori – fried pastry rolls with tvorog (cottage cheese) filling, or
• Churchkhela – Georgian nuts dipped in thickened grape juice, or
• Pumpkin cake with orange juice, or
• Baklava, an Eastern sweet made form puff pastry, honey and walnuts, or
• Medovik – classic honey cake with smetana cream.

2. Snack in Altai restaurant, Siberian cuisine with old Russian traditions in historical Zamokvorechye area (choose one)

• Atlantic herring fillet, onion rings with roasted potatoes on the coals, fennel and amber vegetable butter, or
• Julienne chicken – sliced ​​chicken with fried mushrooms and onions cooked in cream with cheese crust, or
• Traditional Russian pancakes with the main ingredient of your choice – rustic sour cream, homemade jam, Altai honey, or
• 3 kinds of little pies: 1. with sauerkraut, carrot, salt, pepper, eggs; 2. with potatoes and mushrooms; 3. with potatoes, onions, mushrooms, mushrooms, salt, pepper, eggs, or
• Sausage-roll with beef, pork, onion, butter, salt, pepper, eggs, or
• Vinaigrette – classic Russian salad with boiled potatoes, carrots, beets, sauerkraut, cucumbers, beans flavored with fragrant herbs and butter, or
• Deer milk – two kinds of rep milk caramel crust.

Walk along Tverskaya, the main street of Moscow.

Walk around zamoskvorechye area, the most beautiful and ancient district of moscow., fun time in gorky park.

• The most popular place among locals, absolute must do when in Moscow. Sitting on a bench on fresh air in front of fountains and sipping traditional Russian tea, or having a yummy ice-cream, specialty of Gorky Park – whatever you prefer.
• Your guide will leave you in Gorky Park after the tour so that you take your time and discover the park, as it’s huge. From there you can head to Neskuchny Sad (Not boring Garden) and Sparrow Hills, as they are now part of Gorky Park.
• You can just as well take a night river cruise from Gorky Park or Sparrow Hills – it would be a perfect end of the day

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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A local’s travel guide to Austin: what to eat, see and do in three days

Standout spots include food truck parks, honky-tonk hangouts and Lady Bird’s wildflower sanctuary

A ustin has become one of the most popular places in the US to move to, and also to visit. Droves of people descend on the city in March for the South by Southwest tech, film and music festival and in the fall for the Austin City Limits music festival. And Austin is one of the top five destinations in the US for bachelorette parties. Don’t let the bachelorettes scare you away, though. Austin is a great place to spend a few days, so long as you do it like a local.

My family and I moved to Austin 12 years ago, after living in New York for many years. I’ve also lived in Washington DC , the San Francisco Bay Area and Philadelphia. Austin has a feel all of its own: it has a world-class music scene, great food that now goes well beyond Tex-Mex and barbecue, Texas history and fun shopping and museums – all with less hassle than bigger cities in the US.

Here’s my guide to a long weekend there. In addition to picks for adults, I’ve included some recommendations for families that our kids (now teenagers) have loved through the years. And I’m vegetarian, so I’ve chosen some of the city’s best veggie eats options. Don’t worry, my meat-eating wife made sure that I included great barbecue choices, too.

Day 1: Pool party & pickles

Start your day with a walk or run on the trail at Town Lake (it’s officially labeled on maps as Lady Bird Lake, but locals refer to it as Town Lake). This 10-mile (16km) trail on both sides of a dammed portion of Texas’s Colorado River (a different Colorado River than the bigger and more famous one) is tree-shaded, beautiful and one of Austinites’ favorite places to exercise. If you have time, walk through Zilker Park, which is right next to the trail. If you have kids, go to the new and very fun playground at Butler Park, complete with a splash pad just up the path from the playground.

Austin was one of the cities that started the food truck scene in the US several decades ago, and now there are more than 2,000 food trucks in the city. Some are located in trailer parks that have multiple truck options and picnic table seating. After your morning at Town Lake and Zilker Park, have lunch at the Picnic food truck park, or the nearby original location of local favorite Chuy’s (the Tex-Mex chain is now expanding throughout the US). Other great lunch options include Green Mesquite and Carpenters Hall .

In the afternoon, go for a swim at Barton Springs Pool . Open year-round, this massive basin measures three acres and is fed by underground natural springs. It’s open throughout the day, and it’s free before 8am and after 9pm.

Head back to your hotel or Airbnb for a rest, and then get ready for dinner. Tonight is casual: barbecue at Terry Black’s , or if you’re vegan, the food truck Rollin Smoke for a fantastic vegan barbecue sandwich made with baby portobello mushrooms, spicy slaw, barbecue sauce and pickles. It’s my favorite vegan barbecue sandwich in Austin (who says you can’t have barbecue if you’re veggie?), and it’s located in a food truck park with beautiful old trees shading the tables. Rollin Smoke has very good meat options, too (I’m told).

If you have young children, head to Phil’s Icehouse . They have burgers and a full playground where the kids can play before or after dinner. Just don’t put them on the spinning flower after the meal. And be sure to get some ice-cream after dinner at Amy’s Ice Creams , a longtime favorite of Austinites. Amy’s is located next to Phil’s, and it’s so good we had an Amy’s truck serve dessert at our wedding.

After dinner, head out to see some music at one of Austin’s many local music venues. One of our favorites is the Continental Club . There’s a main club downstairs and the intimate Continental Gallery upstairs, where you can see local musicians in a cozy space. Other great venues include C-Boy’s and the new Moody Amphitheater . For full local music listings on any night, check the Austin Chronicle . And if it’s summer, look to see if Blues on the Green has a free concert that night. If you have kids, take them to the free Rock the Park concert series, produced by local radio station KUTX.

Day 2: Breakfast tacos, books & bats

Start your day back at the lake with a rowing workout that’s almost, but not quite, on the lake. Rō Fitness is a local studio that has outdoor rowing classes by the water. It’s way more fun than working out at an indoor studio.

You’ll need fuel after your workout. Grab a breakfast taco at Veracruz or Tacodeli or Tamale House East . Breakfast tacos are an Austin staple (they are to Austin as bagels are to New York), and all three of these places have delicious options.

Today is a shopping day. Start out at BookPeople , one of the greatest bookstores in the US. It’s locally owned and independent, but the size of a superstore. BookPeople also dares to take a stand on issues, including being one of two bookstores that recently sued Texas state officials over a newly passed book ban law. It has an excellent kids section, and organizes live readings by kids’ authors.

After you’ve gotten your book fix, head across the street to Waterloo Records , one of the best record stores in the US. Waterloo carries new and used vinyl, CDs and merchandise from rock to jazz to local Texas music. For more shopping options, head over to the stores along South Congress Avenue and South First Street (including Roadhouse Relics , a neon art store and gallery that is one of our favorites), and if you want to go thrifting, our teens say Austin Pets Alive Thrift and Texas Thrift are the best.

After all of the shopping, it’s time for lunch. If you’re near BookPeople and Waterloo, head over to Soup Peddler, a local place for homemade soups, smoothies and fantastic grilled cheese sandwiches (trivia: Soup Peddler got its name because the founder started out delivering homemade soup by bike before opening full store locations). Or if you’re near South Congress and South First, go to the food trucks on South First or Underdog or Fresa’s .

As you’re heading back to rest up, grab an ice-cream at Amy’s, a gelato at Dolce Neve or cupcakes at Sugar Mama’s .

Some good dinner options for tonight include Loro , Suerte or Este . And if you’re looking for a vegetarian option, one of my favorite veggie restaurants is Bouldin Creek Cafe . It’s casual, with a great menu that includes vegan chips and queso. If it’s nice out, take a seat on the patio.

Tonight’s activity could be going to see the bats at the Congress Street Bridge. Austin has the largest urban bat colony in North America, and in season they live in one of the bridges that crosses the Colorado River (they migrate to Mexico in the cooler weather). Bat-watching is a lot more fun than you might imagine from horror movies (and these bats look more like birds than vampire bats). If you’re not in the mood for bats, head to the legendary Broken Spoke . Get there early for dance lessons, then hoof it at this classic Texas honky-tonk.

Day 3: Live oaks & Lady Bird wildflowers

It’s your last day in Austin, and it’s a good one for visiting a museum. Some of our favorites include the Bullock Museum to learn all about the history of our state (bonus fact: Texas was once its own country , and some people want it to be its own country again ). If you’re a fan of 1960s history, visit the excellent LBJ Presidential Library , which is the home of the 36th president’s papers. It has good exhibits on the US civil rights movement and 1960s US history in general. Another excellent museum option is the Blanton Museum of Art , or you could tour the Texas capitol (Austin is, after all, the capital of Texas). If you’re a nature fan, head to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center . And if you have kids, the Thinkery is an excellent children’s museum.

For lunch, it’s time for more barbecue (you’re in Austin, don’t fight it). Two terrific barbecue trucks are Mickelthwait and LeRoy and Lewis . And LeRoy and Lewis has another of my favorite vegetarian barbecue options: cauliflower burnt ends.

In the afternoon, head back to Town Lake. This time, get out on the water by renting a kayak, stand up paddleboard or paddle boat (a kid-friendly option). If you have time and energy for a drink, head over to the ABGB for happy hour. They have a great beer selection, lots of outdoor seating and local bands playing music.

For your farewell dinner, a few of our favorite restaurants that are a bit on the fancier end are Hestia , Uchi or the Lenoir wine garden, where dinner is served under live oak trees more than a hundred years old. And for a fantastic vegan option, go to Fabrik for a seven-course vegan tasting menu. You’ll need a reservation well in advance (they’re currently booking four to six weeks out). And for your final night in Austin, head out to another music venue. Or if you have kids, take them to the Austin favorite Peter Pan Mini Golf , which has been around for 75 years, or check Do512 Family for family events that are happening the dates you’re in town.

Question Time

When is the best time of year to visit austin.

There’s no dispute: it’s hot in the summer in Austin . A great time to visit is between October and May. From June through September, many days will be over 100F. If you’re here in the summer, spend lots of time at the Barton Springs pool.

Is Austin expensive?

Austin hotels can be expensive during big events like South by Southwest or the Formula One weekend. But for most dates, it’s less expensive than larger cities like New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Will I need a car to get around Austin?

Most of the places that I’ve recommended are within walking distance from downtown. You can also rent bikes and scooters to get around. Austin’s public transportation is primarily through local buses, which can take you further out if needed. And car-share options are easy as well.

Steve Sachs is managing director of the Guardian US. He has worked at large and startup media companies for more than 20 years. He loves all kinds of music, and his most recent favorite concert, the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame Show, featured a host of singer-songwriters including Lyle Lovett and Emmylou Harris

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Posted: April 28, 2024 | Last updated: April 28, 2024

There's nothing like spotting a great-looking food truck in a new area you're exploring, and then having one of the best meals of your life on a street corner or in a park. Now, through word of mouth and social media, delicious food trucks and carts can have even more fame and prestige than ever before. So of the hundreds upon hundreds of food trucks out there, here are 10 we love.

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Whether you're craving a classic bánh mì sandwich or a warm cup of pho, PhoWheels is a great option in the D.C. area. Owner Tuan Vo said one of the truck's can't-miss items are the pork belly tacos.

The tacos have fans that "followed us around the country," he said, and it's unsurprising why, with their mouthwatering protein and sharp pickled toppings, all resting on a tasty Malaysian flatbread called Roti Canai.

Kogi Korean BBQ - Los Angeles, CA

Kogi , the brainchild of chef Roy Choi, is an institution at this point with several trucks dotting Los Angeles, and even a brick-and-mortar taqueria. You can try favorites like their short rib tacos, Kogi Kimchi Quesadillas, and the amazing Kogi Dog. It's a great example cuisine fusion done so, so right.

Wutyasay Food Truck - Winston-Salem, NC

Wutyasay has been serving the Piedmont area of North Carolina since 2016, and you've got to try some of this truck's delicious comfort food. Bishop Roger Billingsley-Hayes runs the truck and spoke with Delish about his outlook on food and the truck's menu highlights. "As a pastor, my philosophy with food is that food is ministry, so we approach it from that standpoint," he said.

His mouth-watering recipes have delighted tons of customers, and their GG (Grab & Go) Burger won the #1 Must-Try Food award at the Carolina Classic Fair in 2018. A genius spin on a burger, Billingsley-Hayes makes it combines, "ground chuck with sautéed onions, spicy sauce, Monterey Jack cheddar cheese, all blended together and rolled into a vegan wrap. We deep fry it, and I make a special dipping sauce on it and it comes on a bed of fries."

Dominick's Hot Dogs - Queens, NY

There's no shortage of amazing hot dog stands in NYC, but if you have the time, make the trip to Queens for the amazing franks at Dominick's Hot Dogs . Try a dog piled high with sauerkraut or onions, or you could go all out with their incredible chili dog if you want spice.

Revolution Vegan Kitchen - Austin, TX

"While I was in the military, my wife became vegan during one of my deployments. She started researching the impact of this lifestyle, and I completely adopted it," Franco of Revolution Vegan Kitchen said when we talked about his incredible vegan food truck's origin. "I have a background in biochemistry, so for me it was more like combining the chemistry side of the house with creative cuisine," he added.

Whether you want a delicious meatless burger or breakfast sandwich, or want try vegan takes on Mexican classics like Al-Pastor tacos and the chilaquiles pictured here, Revolution has you covered with lots of tasty options.

Simply Done Donuts - Atlanta, GA

Simply Done Donuts are a Georgia staple with a truck and some stores. They first started slinging mini cake-style donuts in Atlanta in 2015. "When my husband and I moved to ATL I immediately noticed there were no donut shops at all. So when I hit 30 and was working in corporate for already 9 years I knew I needed a change," co-founder Karissa said in an email to Delish. Thank goodness she and husband Joey made the change, because now you can enjoy their unique and tasty flavors.

Karissa also explained why she pitched the idea of mini donuts. "This would allow folks to try many flavors and parents wouldn't have to buy a huge donut for their kids." There's no way you'll be able to get just one of these treats!

Yuan Wonton - Denver, CO

For incredible dumplings in Denver, Yuan Wonton is a very popular option. True to its name, the hand-made wontons are delicious. Their menu also includes delectable bao buns of all kinds and some amazing non-bun dishes, like their crispy garlic noodles and more.

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Old Traditional Polish Cuisine - Manhattan, NY

After feeling like he couldn't get enough good Polish food, Grzegorz Gryzlak started Old Traditonal Polish Cuisine to sling tasty pierogis all over Manhattan. He was soon joined by his wife Eva Lokaj, who spoke with us. "We just wanted to basically create the feeling and culture of when you would visit Poland—that’s how you feel like when you visit us in the food truck," Lokaj said.

Along with four varieties of pierogi: potato & cheese, meat, spinach & cheese, and sauerkraut & mushroom, you can try their grilled kielbasa or tasty triple-smoked bacon if you're really hungry. "My personal favorites are definitely the kraut & mushroom pierogis," Lokaj said.

Mi Pueblito Tacos - Philadelphia, PA

Originating in the Mexican State of Jalisco, birria tacos are a uniquely satisfying twist on the food truck classic we all love. Mi Pueblito is a family operation headed by Rosalind De Los Santos, and its delicious birria tacos, burritos, and quesadillas attract long lines no matter the weather.

Hush Food Truck - Farmingdale, NY

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