Philadelphia’s restaurant scene is one of the best in the world, so it’s no surprise that food trucks have popped up all over the city, and they’re serving up some incredible snacks and meals. Whether you’re on campus looking for an affordable plate of food, walking back to the Broad Street Line after work, or just trying to tame late-night munchies, these Philly food trucks are all worth tracking down.
- Pitruco Pizza
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Facebook / Pitruco Pizza Pitruco Pizza’s truck has its own brick oven and turns out some of the best wood fired pizza you’ll find in Philly. Their truck is one of the most popular in the city, and you can usually find them at City Hall, 22nd and Brown, at 34th and Market, or on Germantown Ave. Track their truck on Twitter.
- Taco Loco
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Yelp / Bike Z. Taco Loco hangs at Jefferson Square Park, between 3rd & 4th Streets in Pennsport, serving up fresh tacos all day long. This is a great place to stop after a night out in South Philly, or when you’re looking for a quick, affordable lunch in the area. While taco trucks are pretty common in the city, Taco Loco is one that really stands out.
- Mac Mart
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Facebook / Mac Mart Mac Mart is what dreams are made of. Load up on cheesy, gooey, and over-the-top macaroni and cheese or try an overstuffed grilled cheese at this iconic pink trunk. Find them at Love Park, the Navy Yard, or Rittenhouse Square. Find information on the Mac Mart Cart right here..
- Poi Dog
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Facebook / Poi Dog Oooh, the Poi Dog cart is one-of-a-kind! Where else can you find Hawaiian lunches, spam musubi, and more incredible island delicacies? The best part is that they’re all over the place, so no matter where you live, you’ll be able to find them soon. I’ve seen them by City Hall several times! Track their truck on Twitter.
- Zsa’s Gourmet Ice Cream
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Facebook / Zsa’s Gourmet Ice Cream Zsa’s might be the most recognizable Philly food truck - you can’t miss the bright blue! This gourmet ice cream truck serves up creative cones, unbelievable ice cream sandwiches, and flavors that you’ve never had before. A big scoop of Zsa’s famous ice cream is just what you need on a hot summer day. Track their truck on Twitter.
- The Cow and the Curd
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Facebook / The Cow and the Curd Nothing compares to The Cow and the Curd, as they specialize is a food that’s hard to find in Philadelphia. As someone who has eaten some of Wisconsin’s most famous cheese curds, I can promise you that this roaming food truck that does this delicacy right. Curd is the Word - find them on Facebook.
- Lucky Old Souls Burger Truck
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Facebook / Lucky Old Souls Lucky Old Soul’s Burger Truck started off as a jazz radio show, believe it or not, and soon became the top spot in the city to track down a rolling burger. Farm-to-truck ingredients mean grass fed burgers and locally sourced dairy for their incredible milkshakes. They usually keep to the following schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays in Love Park, Wednesdays at 33rd & Arch Streets or Second and Fourth; Saturdays at Chestnut Hill Farmers’ Market; Sundays at 43rd Street & Baltimore Ave.
- Foolish Waffles
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Facebook / Foolish Waffles Foolish Waggles has become a food truck staple at Eakins Oval. If you’re looking for something to satisfy your sweet tooth or fill you up with a savory meal, they’ve got your back. Fried chicken and waffles, syrupy sugary goodness, or banh mi waffles are just some of what you’ll find here.Track their truck on Twitter.
- Local 215
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Facebook / Local 215 Local 215 is a unique food truck in that they are absolutley dedicated to supporting local vendors. If they can’t find it in the Philadelphia area, they aren’t serving it. Their menu rotates - one day you might be lucky enough to nab a lobster roll, another you can enjoy some of the best pulled pork around. Their food is so fresh and delicious that you’ve got to find them soon.Track their truck on Twitter.
- Undrgrnd Donuts
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Facebook / Undergrnd Donuts Undrgrnd Donuts made a splash when they started showing up at food festivals in the Philly area. Their cereal donuts feature nostalgic favorites like Cap’n Crunch and Fruity Pebbles, and they serve up classic, fresh baked donuts right from their truck.Track their truck on Twitter.
- iPho
Yelp / Justine S.
Yelp / Yuanyuan F. iPho has become a student favorite, thanks to their delicious, authentic Vietnamese food, big portions, and reasonable prices. They’re almost always on the Drexel Campus around 33rd and Arch.
Next time you’re in a hurry, but don’t want to skimp on quality food, track down one of the amazing food trucks in Philadelphia and revel in the creativity, freshness, and mouthwatering flavors found in the City of Brotherly Love!
Facebook / Pitruco Pizza
Pitruco Pizza’s truck has its own brick oven and turns out some of the best wood fired pizza you’ll find in Philly. Their truck is one of the most popular in the city, and you can usually find them at City Hall, 22nd and Brown, at 34th and Market, or on Germantown Ave. Track their truck on Twitter.
Yelp / Brian N.
Yelp / Bike Z.
Taco Loco hangs at Jefferson Square Park, between 3rd & 4th Streets in Pennsport, serving up fresh tacos all day long. This is a great place to stop after a night out in South Philly, or when you’re looking for a quick, affordable lunch in the area. While taco trucks are pretty common in the city, Taco Loco is one that really stands out.
Facebook / Mac Mart
Mac Mart is what dreams are made of. Load up on cheesy, gooey, and over-the-top macaroni and cheese or try an overstuffed grilled cheese at this iconic pink trunk. Find them at Love Park, the Navy Yard, or Rittenhouse Square. Find information on the Mac Mart Cart right here..
Yelp / Jeff H.
Facebook / Poi Dog
Oooh, the Poi Dog cart is one-of-a-kind! Where else can you find Hawaiian lunches, spam musubi, and more incredible island delicacies? The best part is that they’re all over the place, so no matter where you live, you’ll be able to find them soon. I’ve seen them by City Hall several times! Track their truck on Twitter.
Facebook / Zsa’s Gourmet Ice Cream
Zsa’s might be the most recognizable Philly food truck - you can’t miss the bright blue! This gourmet ice cream truck serves up creative cones, unbelievable ice cream sandwiches, and flavors that you’ve never had before. A big scoop of Zsa’s famous ice cream is just what you need on a hot summer day. Track their truck on Twitter.
Facebook / The Cow and the Curd
Nothing compares to The Cow and the Curd, as they specialize is a food that’s hard to find in Philadelphia. As someone who has eaten some of Wisconsin’s most famous cheese curds, I can promise you that this roaming food truck that does this delicacy right. Curd is the Word - find them on Facebook.
Facebook / Lucky Old Souls
Lucky Old Soul’s Burger Truck started off as a jazz radio show, believe it or not, and soon became the top spot in the city to track down a rolling burger. Farm-to-truck ingredients mean grass fed burgers and locally sourced dairy for their incredible milkshakes. They usually keep to the following schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays in Love Park, Wednesdays at 33rd & Arch Streets or Second and Fourth; Saturdays at Chestnut Hill Farmers’ Market; Sundays at 43rd Street & Baltimore Ave.
Facebook / Foolish Waffles
Foolish Waggles has become a food truck staple at Eakins Oval. If you’re looking for something to satisfy your sweet tooth or fill you up with a savory meal, they’ve got your back. Fried chicken and waffles, syrupy sugary goodness, or banh mi waffles are just some of what you’ll find here.Track their truck on Twitter.
Facebook / Local 215
Local 215 is a unique food truck in that they are absolutley dedicated to supporting local vendors. If they can’t find it in the Philadelphia area, they aren’t serving it. Their menu rotates - one day you might be lucky enough to nab a lobster roll, another you can enjoy some of the best pulled pork around. Their food is so fresh and delicious that you’ve got to find them soon.Track their truck on Twitter.
Facebook / Undergrnd Donuts
Undrgrnd Donuts made a splash when they started showing up at food festivals in the Philly area. Their cereal donuts feature nostalgic favorites like Cap’n Crunch and Fruity Pebbles, and they serve up classic, fresh baked donuts right from their truck.Track their truck on Twitter.
Yelp / Justine S.
Yelp / Yuanyuan F.
iPho has become a student favorite, thanks to their delicious, authentic Vietnamese food, big portions, and reasonable prices. They’re almost always on the Drexel Campus around 33rd and Arch.
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