Charlotte's food truck scene has exploded in recent years, bringing gourmet meals on wheels to office parks, breweries, and special events across the city. Here's your complete guide to finding and enjoying the best mobile eats in the Queen City.
Where Food Trucks Gather
Food Truck Friday (Uptown): Every Friday from 11am-2pm, Romare Bearden Park hosts 15-20 rotating trucks serving everything from Korean BBQ to gourmet grilled cheese.
Brewery Circuit: Many local breweries like NoDa Brewing, Wooden Robot, and Sycamore Brewing regularly host food trucks on weekends.
Must-Try Food Trucks
Seoul Kitchen: Korean-fusion tacos and kimchi fried rice that'll change your life. Find them at NoDa Brewing on Saturdays.
The Dumpling Lady: Handmade dumplings with creative fillings. Her pork and chive dumplings sell out fast at Optimist Hall's Thursday truck rotation.
Smoke on the Water: Award-winning BBQ that rivals any brick-and-mortar joint. Their pulled pork nachos are legendary among locals.
Tracking Your Favorites
Most trucks post their weekly schedules on Instagram and Facebook. Download the Food Truck Finder app to get real-time locations and menus. Many trucks also offer catering for private events.
