Barbecue, Tex Mex, and classic Southern eats—Austin’s food truck scene offers all this and more. When you’re in the mood for a quick local bite, check out one of these must-try Austin food trucks!
Beirut
Browsing and shopping at the Domain? Swing by “the Lawn,” a playscape and large green space, to try Beirut’s traditional Lebanese street food. Order the chicken shawarma or falafel pita wrap if you’re looking for something hand-held, or dive into the shawarma fries, topped with beef or chicken, pickle, tomato, onion, parsley, and tahini sauce—the perfect comfort food with a Middle Eastern flair.
Con Todo
Con Todo means “with everything” in Spanish, and their loaded tacos live up to this name! Try the bistec estilo tacos, loaded with queso fresco, guacamole, cilantro, lime, onion, and pico de gallo on a freshly made tortilla. For a classic side, add frijoles a la charra—traditional South Texas pinto beans served with tortilla chips—and don’t miss the seasonal aguas frescas for a refreshing finish.
Pedroso’s Pizza
No matter what kind of pizza you’re craving, it’s worth stopping at Pedroso’s Pizza. This food truck serves up a variety of styles, from New York to Sicilian, along with hyper-regional classics like Trenton Tomato pies. Pair your slice with sides like pecorino-topped meatballs or cheese breadsticks for the full experience. Craving a sweet treat? The cannoli is a must-try!
Yeni’s Fusion
Looking for a Southeast Asian food fix? Yeni’s Fusion has it all—fried dumplings, spring rolls, and richly flavored curries. Fan favorites include grilled chicken with yellow rice, chicken wings tossed in homemade barbecue sauce, and green chili fries for a spicy kick. Round off your meal with organic matcha rice pudding topped with coconut brown sugar for a sweet treat.
Ceviche7
Seafood lovers won’t want to miss Ceviche7. This food truck serves up fresh Peruvian ceviche made with mahi-mahi, peppers, onions, lemon, and lime juice – most ingredients are straight from Peru! For something a little heartier, try the Lomo Saltado, a traditional South American stir-fry featuring garlic rice, tender steak, and crispy steak fries. Don’t forget to cleanse your palate with Inka Kola, a Peruvian soda with lemon verbena flavor.
KG BBQ
If you’re in Austin’s MLK neighborhood, make a quick stop at KG BBQ, an Egyptian-Texan fusion food truck. This is the spot for anyone who loves smoked meats – try the pomegranate pork ribs or cinnamon-rubbed lamb pork shoulder, an Egyptian twist on classic Texas barbecue. For more fusion flavors, the brisket rice bowl has a bit of everything, including Mediterranean rice, smoked brisket, baladi salad, tahini, candied nuts, and pomegranate seeds.
La Santa Barbacha
Searching for the best barbacoa in Austin? You’ll find it at La Santa Barbacha, located in the Cherrywood neighborhood. Their barbacoa tacos are a local favorite, but you can also enjoy this slow-cooked beef in a chilaquiles bowl with pinto beans, salsa, onion, queso fresco, avocado, and a fried egg on top. Pair it with a pineapple mint agua fresca for a refreshing treat!
Anything’s Baked Potato
Potato lovers, this one’s for you! At Anything’s Baked Potato in Central East Austin, the menu celebrates everyone’s favorite vegetable and comfort food. Try the Cajun Potato topped with creamy shrimp sauce and fried chicken. For an authentic Southern meal, the Chicken Fried Potato, loaded with buttermilk fried chicken, corn, collard greens, cheese, and rich gravy, is a must-try. And if you’re feeling low-key, they’ve got wings and fries, too!
