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11 Best Food Trucks in Austin, TX

Austin has grown into one of the top cities for food trucks. Food truck culture is a thing here. And it’s not hard to find a great food truck. However, these 11 food trucks have risen above the rest for serving up some of the best food in the city. No matter if you’re looking to cure your sweet tooth or want some of the best barbecue or tacos in town, these Austin food trucks are sure to please.

East Side King Food at East Side King
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East Side King

A list of the best food trucks isn’t complete without mentioning East Side King. With different locations, the Asian-infused menu at East Side King keeps Austinites happy. Everything on the menu is filled with flavor, even the beet home fries, something that even a beet hater will love. This food truck gained notoriety because it was the brainchild of Paul Qui, winner of the show Top Chef in season 9. Don’t miss out on the the fried brussel sprouts or the Thai chicken karaage.

Micklethwait Craft Meats Plate at Micklethwait Craft Meats
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Micklethwait Craft Meats

Micklethwait Craft Meats serves up the best barbecue out of a food truck in the Bat City. Enjoy unique sausages that rotate on a daily basis. Or decide to munch on the tender brisket, which is a fan favorite. Now Micklethwait doesn’t serve beer, but it does allow you to bring your own. The meat isn’t the only attraction here either; the sides are perfectly delicious too. Pair your ribs, pulled pork or barbacoa with coleslaw or the potato salad.

Veracruz All Natural Inside the food truck at Veracruz All Natural
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Veracruz All Natural

Veracruz All Natural has grown in popularity due to its incredibly-made tacos. However that is not the only thing on the menu. Veracruz All Natural also serves up fresh smoothies and juices too, which pair quite well with a spicy taco. Also, all the tacos are made with homemade tortillas. Hit up this food truck for breakfast, since the breakfast tacos here are topnotch. Topped with fresh ingredients like potatoes, hot sauce, cheese, beans, eggs and bacon, a breakfast taco from Veracruz is the best way to start your morning.

Via 313 Pizza Pizza at Via 313 Pizza
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Via 313 Pizza

If you are craving pizza in Austin, head to Via 313 Pizza to get some great Detroit-style pizza right from this food truck. The crust is what keeps customers coming back to Via 313 since it’s perfectly crispy. You may find this food truck parked outside of your favorite Austin bar, because nothing goes better with booze than a pizza pie. If you’re a pepperoni fan however, order The Detroiter, which is made with two types of pepperoni.

The Peached Tortilla Food at The Peached Tortilla
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The Peached Tortilla

Enjoy southern food with an Asian twist at The Peached Tortilla. This food truck mixes these two delicious food styles together in perfect harmony. For lovers of both Pad Thai and burritos, the Pad Thai burrito is a must-try. Or the Banh Mi Taco may be more your style, as it’s served with Vietnamese-style pork belly and topped with pickled daikon and sriracha mayo. From the crab cake sliders to the barbecue brisket taco, there are so many mouthwatering options on the menu at this food truck.

Hey! You Gonna Eat or What?
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Hey! You Gonna Eat or What?

Sandwich lovers should look no further than Hey! You Gonna Eat or What? This food truck has massive sandwiches on its menu. The servers here may seem abrasive, but that’s just all in their brand. They really do want the best for you, and that is why the servings here are fit for a Texan. There is one sandwich to rule them all however, and that sandwich is the Monte Cristo. The Monte Cristo is fried in beer batter from none other than Shiner Bock, a Texas brew. Once it’s topped with powdered sugar and cherry-fig jam, it’s ready to induce that food coma of yours.

Gourdough’s Dish at Gourdough’s
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Gourdough’s

Gourdough’s was truly created for those with a sweet tooth. These delectable donuts come topped with anything you can imagine. You can even get a donut burger here too. At this food truck, take your choice of over 20 different varieties of donut concoctions. Bacon lovers should order The Flying Pig, a donut topped with bacon and slathered in maple glaze. No matter if you’re a chocoholic or want to make your own creation, Gourdough’s is the donut spot not to miss.

Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ Meal at Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ
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Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ

Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ mixes two things Texans can’t get enough of: delicious Tex Mex and great barbecue. This food truck has a menu that will make anyone’s mouth start to water. Enjoy Tex Mex favorites like carnitas and fajitas served with homemade tortillas. When it comes to barbecue, try the brisket or pulled pork in a taco or sandwich.

Kebabalicious Food at Kebabalicious
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Kebabalicious

Kebabalicious serves nothing but delicious kebabs and other Mediterranean fare. The falafel kebab is worthy of both vegetarians and carnivores. Made with fried garbanzo bean balls and topped with lettuce, tomato, hummus and tzatziki sauce, it’s a filling meal that is easy to carry. If you aren’t hungry enough for a full kebab, simply order the hummus as a light snack.

Paperboy Breakfast at Paperboy
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Paperboy

Paperboy has turned into an East side favorite. You will always find Austinites at this food truck for breakfast. With all-natural ingredients, the menu here is healthy and hearty. You may even find something different the next time you visit Paperboy, since this food truck changes its menu seasonally. Enjoy the B.E.C. sandwich, which is made with bacon, pimento cheese, a sunny-side up egg on a soft brioche bun. Paperboy is also a great spot simply to grab a morning coffee.

Torchy’s Tacos Taco at Torchy's Tacos
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Torchy’s Tacos

Torchy’s Tacos may have grown into numerous locations throughout the state, but it started out as a food truck. And Torchy’s still serves up great tacos from a food truck in Austin. No matter if you’re hungry for a breakfast taco or a fish taco, Torchy’s will never steer you wrong. Find pork carnitas, ahi tuna, or even fried chicken in the tacos at Torchy’s. There’s a reason why “Damn Good Tacos” is Torchy’s Tacos slogan.

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