Best Food Trucks in Austin, Texas

Austin, Texas, a city celebrated for its live music scene and quirky charm, boasts another undeniable treasure: its popular food truck scene. These kitchens on wheels dish up an incredible diversity of global flavors, often using fresh, local ingredients at a fraction of the price of a sit-down restaurant.

But with hundreds of trucks rolling down the streets, where do you start narrowing it down? Right here.

Here’s a list of the top Austin food trucks, both beloved and award-winning, categorized by their culinary specialties.

Best Taco Trucks in Austin

If you love a good taco, you’ll be more than impressed by these Austin food trucks:

Veracruz All Natural

No Austin food truck discussion is complete without mentioning Veracruz All Natural. Its “migas” (breakfast-style) tacos featuring fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy tortilla strips, and cheese were once hailed by the Food Network as one of the “Top 5 Tacos in America.” Its barbacoa and carnitas are equally legendary.

El Primo Taco Trailer

Voted “Best Mexican Food Truck” by Jose Perez, this longtime Austin staple offers classic breakfast tacos and satisfying tortas and burritos. Its no-frills approach for both the truck and menu lets the quality of its ingredients shine through. Arrive early for the coveted barbacoa tacos, which tend to sell out fast.

Cuantos Tacos

Craving authentic Mexican street-style tacos? Then, Cuantos Tacos is your truck. Its tortillas are the perfect size for two to three bites each, and the fillings range from the traditional carnitas and barbacoa to adventurous options like pork stomach.

Beyond the Taco

Tacos are never a bad bet, but these Austin food trucks go above and beyond for comfort food:

Chi’Lantro BBQ

This Korean-Mexican fusion truck has taken Austin by storm with its creative takes on barbecue. Its signature Korean tacos feature succulent beef, pork, or chicken, or tofu if you’re not a carnivore, nestled in soft corn tortillas. Don’t miss its super popular kimchi fries, a delightful marriage of kimchi, orange sauce, and tangy Korean flavors.

Arlo’s

You must check out Arlo’s if you love comfort food on a bun. This truck specializes in burgers piled high with unexpected and delicious combinations. If you want to try a unique burger, go for the Frito Pie topped with onion, chipotle mayo, and Fritos. 

Sweet Treats

If you’re like I am, you love a good after-dinner treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. These are the Austin food trucks that do the job:

Churro Co.

No food truck tour is complete without a sweet ending. Churro Co. serves up piping hot churros (a Mexican fried dough pastry) dusted with cinnamon sugar and drizzled with decadent chocolate or caramel sauce. It also offers fun churro creations like churro ice cream sundaes and creamy milkshakes as well. 

Gourdough’s

For those seeking a truly Texan sweet treat, Gourdough’s is a must-visit. They offer enormous tasty treats, called “gourdoughs,” fried to a golden crisp and dusted with powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or other creative flavorings. If you want a flavor explosion, go for the Funky Monkey with bananas or the Freebird with strawberries and blackberries. 

Beyond the Usual

If you want to feel like you’ve stepped out of the city to dine, check these trucks out:

Bully Bagel

New Yorkers and bagel enthusiasts rejoice! Bully Bagel brings the taste of Manhattan to Austin with its authentic New York-style bagels, boiled and crisped to perfection. It offers all of the classic schmears and toppings (I’m a cream cheese and grape jelly gal myself), making for a delicious breakfast, brunch, and option.