Austin is a city that’s well renowned for its food trucks. It’s believed that there are over 1,000 food trucks scattered across the city. We sure saw a lot during our visit to Austin!
That does mean, however, that deciding which are Austin’s best food trucks (and therefore the ones you should eat at) is a demanding task. Don’t worry though, I’ve picked out five Austin food trucks you really, really shouldn’t miss!
Gourdough’s Big Fat Donuts
These are far from your average doughnuts. They’re no where near your standard doughnut when it comes to size or flavour combinations, they’re completely unique. The name kind of gives it away. These doughnuts are big and fat and, if you eat too many, they’ll definitely make you big and fat.
I ate the doughnut I chose (Heavenly hash) as both an afternoon treat and my dinner. Seriously. The Heavenly Hash was a doughnut topped with brownie batter, brownies, marshmallow fluff and chocolate chips. It was heaven. It’s undoubtedly one of Austin’s best food trucks.
Where to find it:1503 S 1st St.
Torchy’s Tacos
What started as a food truck is now a popular taco chain with outlets in cities across Texas, Colorado and even one in Oklahoma! But hey, don’t hate it just ’cause it’s a chain now, it’s still worth a visit.
We visited one of the restaurants in Austin rather than the truck, but I believe you can still find Torchy’s Tacos trucks around the city.
The tacos are big and packed full of flavour. They even do a fried avocado filling for you avocado lovers out there!
Where to find it: 1311 South First St.
Paperboy
This breakfast and brunch food truck has crowds most mornings for it’s delicious cooked breakfasts. The bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches are super popular, as are the potato hash bowls.
The B.E.C sandwich comes with bacon, pimento cheese and a sunny side up egg in a brioche bun. Get a coffee with your order and enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the Austin sunshine.
Where to find it: 1203 E 11th Street
Via 313
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You’ll normally find Via 313 parked outside bars. Wondering why? Well what do you crave most when you’ve had a few beers? No, not cheesy chips but some thick and gooey pizza! Via 313 has fast become one of Austin’s best food trucks thanks to its thick Detroit-style pizza pies and you’re gonna love them too!
Where to find it: The Violet Crown Social Club, 1111 East 6th or Craft Pride, 61 Rainey St
Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ
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When in Texas you’ve got to get your chops around some Tex Mex BBQ and Valentina’s BBQ truck is the place to do it. Mounds of smoked meat is made into sandwiches and tacos with either a Texan BBQ or Mexican spin. Take the brisket, for example, you can either get it in a bun with coleslaw like you would at a true Texan BBQ. Or, you can get it topped with guacamole and serrano salsa giving it a Mexican edge.
Where to find it: 11500 Manchaca Rd
Ceviche7
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Ceviche7 is a one-man run Peruvian trailer serving up authentic cuisine. If you’ve ever been to Peru, you’ll know how good the food is and for that reason, don’t miss out!
Lomo Saltado (like a Peruvian stir fry with beef, onions and tomatoes served with fried and rice which I made here) is also a good bet, but ceviche is delicious too (even if you think you don’t like raw food).
Where to find it: 502 W 30th Street, Austin
Dee Dee
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Dee Dee is fast becoming one of Austin’s best food trucks as is owned by a husband and wife team. They’re making waves with their real Northern Thai cuisine. The the Moo Ping is a sweet/savoury Thai pork skewer dish served with a side of sticky rice and a delicious dipping sauce.
Love your spice? Opt for the Pad Ka Pow; a spicy stir-fried pork dish with Thai basil and served with steamed rice, chilli fish sauce, cucumber, and a fried egg.
Where to find it: 1906 E. Cesar Chavez St.
Patrizi’s
Italian food isn’t what you normally think of when you think “food truck”. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be any good! Patrizi’s serves up delicious, home made pasta where you can add coddled egg yolk, meatballs, ricotta and more to your bowls. Yum.
Where to find it: 2307 Manor Rd
Micklethwait Craft Meats
Another BBQ truck? Well you are in Texas after all! Micklethwait’s not only has banging BBQ, but a pretty awesome looking trailer too.
Join the queue and get your fill of beef ribs, brisket, sausage and pulled pork with some super tasty sides. If you’ve got room, grab a dessert too!
Where to find it: 1309 Rosewood Ave