You’ve finally booked that trip to Manhattan. Now you’re walking around the city, eager to explore everything from Central Park to the East Village and everything in between. While you’re pursuing this rather large walking adventure, you realize that you’re hungry.
What ever shall you do? Well…now’s your chance to explore street food through one of New York’s amazing food trucks. You’ll get a delicious bite to eat and won’t waste time waiting for a restaurant reservation that could be better spent taking in this wonderful city.
1. The Eddie's Pizza Truck
While you’ll be able to find a slice of pizza on almost every block, you’ll find it much harder to find a quick custom pizza. And that’s where Eddie’s Pizza Truck comes in. With Eddie’s you’ll be able to customize a bar pie or large pie on the spot. The truck uses the same ingredients and pie recipe as the restaurant, so what you gain in convenience you won’t be losing out on flavor.
The Eddie's Pizza Truck
Address: Check out where the truck is today
2. The Cinnamon Snail
While the Cinnamon Snail serves delicious vegan meals, the carnivores in the world shouldn’t shy away. The menu offers a variety of options. Some fan favorites include smoked almond french toast, the Korean BBQ seitan sandwich, and the Beastmode Burger Deluxe. The food is so tasty, you won’t even miss the meat.
The Cinnamon Snail
Address: Check out where the truck is today
3. Wafels & Dinges
Waffles aren’t just a breakfast or dessert food. And the Wafels and Dinges food trucks definitely prove that. With creations like the “chili con corne wafel” and the “hashbrown wafel,” you’ll forget that you thought you couldn’t have waffles for lunch. And in case you do need reminding of their dessert-like qualities, I would recommend the “throw down wafel” or a simple ‘liege wafel’ with Nutella and vanilla ice cream.
Check out the 11 locations here
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4. Luke's Lobster
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Who knew that seafood from a truck could be so popular (and so good)? Luke’s Lobster is a popular stop for locals and tourists alike, with their scrumptious delicacies and mission of sustainable seafood.
Luke's Lobster
Address: Check out the different locations here
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5. NYC Dosa
What was once a tiny food cart is now a staple in Washington Square Park. People flock to the cart at lunchtime in the hopes of getting a taste of South Asian cuisine. While his most popular items are the dosas (savory, crispy crepes) and samosas, the truck also has other options such as roti curry and lentil soup. If you’re in the area, this is definitely not a truck you want to miss. Just be sure to get there early as the Dosa Cart may run out.
NYC Dosa
Address: Washington Square Park, West 4th St and Sullivan
Open: Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Facebook: NYC Dosa
6. King of Falafel
If you’re craving hummus or falafel (like I always am), then the King of Falafel is the stop for you. With an array of options from falafel sandwiches to shawarma platters, you’re sure to be satiated after your meal.
King of Falafel
Address: 53rd St. and Park Ave
7. Taim
In case you’re looking for falafel and a smoothie, be sure to stop by the Taim food truck. You can get all of the classic Mediterranean dishes like falafel (obviously), tabouli, and mezze platters, but you can also grab a refreshing smoothie at the same time. My personal favorite is the strawberry raspberry Thai basil.
Taim
Address: Check out where the truck is today
8. Coolhaus
Who says you can’t have ice cream for lunch? At Coolhaus, you can customize your ice cream experience by choosing a cookie and ice cream to sandwich between. For a classic take on ice cream, I recommend the Cookies & Sweet Cream with the Double Chocolate Cookies. If you’re feeling adventurous, I would try the Coffee Oreo Ice cream between Black and White Cookies.
Coolhaus
Address: Check out where the truck is today
9. Schnitzel and Things
Best stated by Schnitzel and Things: “Schnitzel is a hand pounded, lightly breaded thin cutlet fried to golden perfection.” At this truck, you can get a variety of schnitzels, chicken, pork, eggplant, and bratwurst, so don’t let the things scare you from trying the schnitzel.
Schnitzel and Things
Address: Check out where the truck is today
10. Korilla BBQ
Last but certainly not least, the infamous Korilla BBQ truck. This truck serves a variety of made-to-order rice bowls, and it also has a selection of dumplings and kimcheese fries! The truck’s location changes daily, so be sure to check the website first!
Korilla BBQ
Address: Check out where the truck is today
Now it's time for dessert
Now that you know some of the most popular and delicious food trucks to stop at in New York, it’s time to satiate that sweet tooth with some more dessert. You can check out some of Manhattan’s most popular dessert spots here.
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