11 of Seattle’s best food trucks to visit this summer

Seattle’s food truck scene has been spreading across the city for years, speeding through every neighborhood by popular demand with no apparent intention of braking.

Found in the region’s bustling breweries, parks, and street corners, some of the more successful trucks have even taken root to become full-fledged stationary restaurants in the city. And with more residents on the go after the state fully reopens due to COVID-19 restrictions, these four-wheeled grocery vans provide a quick bite on the go.

From fresh poke bowls to Pakistani street food, here are 11 of Seattle’s best food trucks to track down this summer before they head to their next destination.

An Indian taco with beef on frybread from Off the Rez.

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Away from the rez

Anyone familiar with Fry Bread Tacos knows this truck is worth chasing after. As one of the few restaurants in Seattle, Off the Rez has won a legion of loyal fans who serve Indian tacos on flatbread with toppings such as BBQ pulled pork or beef chili. Make sure you have a wet napkin on hand as these tacos can get messy.

If you can’t find your truck, you can stop by their stationary cafe at the newly opened Burke Museum.

Chebogz Filipino Food Truck

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Chebogz Filipino Food Truck

Filipino food is growing in popularity in Seattle, and Chebogz is one of the mobile vendors leading the way with hearty platters of chicken adobo, simmering curry, and cured sausage (longganisa), all based on family recipes that have been passed down for generations. If you can’t decide on just one dish, try the Island Combo to try it all.

Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl from Sam Choys Poke To The Max Food Truck.

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Sam Choy’s Poke to the Max

The heat of summer might be just the right time to grab a bowl of fresh poke, and Sam Choy’s roaming truck is giving a taste of island life with poke rice bowls, salads and wraps. The truck also serves favorites like spam musubis and slow-cooked kalua pork platters.

Precocious Piggy Sandwich by Layers Sandwich Co.

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Layers Sandwich Co.

These are not the sandwiches you used to get in a brown paper bag at school. Owned by husband and wife, this food truck prides itself on using responsibly sourced, seasonal ingredients to prepare “elevated” sandwiches like the “Precocious Piggy,” which features slow-fried pork belly, pickled onions, and pepper jelly on a toasted challah bun .

The truck also has plenty of vegetarian-friendly options, such as the “Bouquet of Brassicas,” which includes fried cauliflower on a fennel salad and aioli.

Where Ya At Matt Food Truck in Seattle.

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Where are you with Matt

One of Seattle’s nationally acclaimed food trucks, Where Ya At Matt focuses on New Orleans flavors with bites like shrimp po’boys, red beans and rice, shrimp and grits and fritters dusted with powdered sugar.

Owner Matthew Lewis combines formal culinary training and experience with the soul of the south to create some of Seattle’s most popular street foods.

Bulgogi kimchi cheese fries

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Seoul bowl

Yes, in this self-proclaimed “Korean Chipotle” you can really build your own Korean grill bowl on your lunch break. Stack up bulgogi or flavorful pork and don’t hold back with the unlimited toppings and sauces that include kimchi, pickled radish, and caramelized onions.

But the real star of this place is the fusion of cheese fries with KBBQ staple foods: bulgogi kimchi fries.

Seattle Barkery

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Seattle Barkery

Because who doesn’t love a food truck dedicated to two of Seattle’s favorite things? The Seattle Barkery pours out cups of coffee and homemade treats for four-legged friends, and travels the Seattle area to care for pups and owners.

They usually dump carrot bagels and peanut butter banana bones from their hammy, their trailer for goodies, in the Magnuson Open Linen Park, but you can also check their online calendar to keep track of their truck and placemat. Locations on.

Vegan donut truck Dough Joy opens in Ballard open

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Dough joy

A newcomer to Seattle’s donut scene, this plant-based donut truck opened in the Ballard neighborhood in April and sold out from pre-orders on the first day. The queer food truck serves exciting vegan flavors like a maple-glazed “Faconator” donut with smoky coconut bacon and a mango-glazed donut sprinkled with tagin.

“Our goal with Dough Joy is to bring something new, exciting, and delicious to the Seattle community,” wrote co-owner Sean Willis. “Plant-based or not, we believe you will love our delicious creations that are better for people, animals and the planet.”

Lari Adda food truck in Bellevue

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Lari Adda

This food truck only opened two months ago in Bellevue and is already causing a stir with its authentic Pakistani street food – and long lines. Expect crispy samosas served in a chickpea curry, chapli kebab burger with refreshing chutney, and paratha rolls. The truck also serves homemade spiced chai tea and desserts for a sweet end to your meal.

Bean fish

Bean fish

Bean fish

Beanfish is even featured on Japanese television and is the country’s only mobile supplier of taiyaki, or delicious fish-shaped waffles. And they have something for everyone. Whether you opt for hearty fillings like Korean veal or Japanese curry and ramen noodles, or opt for a sweeter bite with fillings like fruity pebbles or custard, these waffles are a street food staple in Seattle. A new stationary location is also to be opened in the Uwajimaya Food Hall this summer.

Taco platter from El Camion.

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The truck

As one of the established standards in Seattle, El Camion serves delicious and authentic tacos and burritos for a great value. Whether you’re craving tender beef cheek tacos, cheesy mulitas, or a gigantic plate of nachos big enough to share, this food truck favorite has four locations in the Emerald City. Don’t forget to open your salsa bar before you set off.