Are you hungry for something new? Try a food truck! If you're new to food trucks or just curious what Stevens Point Area food trucks have to offer, we are here to help. Here is our guide to which local food trucks you should frequent. The only question is, can I only pick one?
Italian
TopItalian
Purple Basil
Purple Basil is the perfect stop for customizable Italian pasta dishes. They serve up endless options as everything is made to order. This truck offers the freedom to perfect your own pasta dish and provides options for those with food sensitivities. Don't worry! They also have garlic bread. Check out their Facebook page for their location updates.
Must-Try: Their grazing boxes are also a work of art that somehow tastes even better than they look! Purple Basil is also available to cater elegant grazing tables for your next event.
Common Stops: Central Waters Brewing Company, Antique Up
Fun Fact: This truck's name is derived from a real herb!
Fusco's Chow Bella
Chow Bella is brand new to the area opening on June 5, 2021. This truck is family-owned and operated and serves up traditional Italian family recipes with a food truck flair.
Must-Try: Some of their specialties include pizza-on-a-stick, garlic parmesan chicken strips, and drool-worthy homemade cannolis!
Common Stops: Levitt AMP Stevens Point
American
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Barnyard Burgers
Seeking gooey deep-fried cheese curds? Don't miss this truck! Barnyard Burgers offers a variety of American foods ranging from burgers to Philly cheesesteak to nachos. This truck stands out for its food, but also for its distinguishable cow print paint job.
Must-Try: This stop is perfect for your deep-fried Wisconsin cheese curd fix. Their frozen dipped turtle cheesecake is also a must!
Common Stops: District 1 Brewing, Point Brewery
Chef C’s Munchie Mobile
This food truck is owned and operated by Chef Czerwonka known from local favorites Father Fats and Chef's Kitchen. Chef C's Munchie Mobile serves up varying styles ranging from BBQ to Creole to Mexican-inspired dishes. They feature an ever-rotating menu of items featuring local food. Be sure to check out their Facebook page for their menu of the day!
Must-Try: Their truffle fries and pork nachos are a fan favorite!
Common Stops: Central Waters Brewing Company, Levitt Amp Stevens Point, Mullins Cheese
Dilly Dahl Deli
This vendor, although not a food truck, travels and serves up delicious American-style street food at local events and venues. Dilly Dahl Deli serves up different varieties of mac n' cheese, sandwiches, salads, and more. Did you know they are also available to cater events and office lunches?
Must-Try: You can never go wrong with mac n' cheese, and this is no exception! Dress it up with their homemade chili or opt for their mouthwatering pulled pork.
Common Stops: District 1 Brewing, Antique Up
Barbecue
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Kasuns
There is nothing quite like a classic BBQ food truck, Kasuns food trailer serves it up with a twist. This truck serves up authentic Ho-Chunk frybread with a variety of your favorite barbeque flavors. They also serve as the perfect Taco Tuesday stop where they offer up their fresh, homemade hot sauce!
Must-Try: Their classic pulled pork on frybread will have you coming back for seconds. Kasuns cinnasweet is also the perfect cinnamon-sugar dessert, think elephant ear, but even better!
Common Stops: Levitt Amp Stevens Point, District 1 Brewing Company
SmokeHouse Barbeque
Voted best food truck in Portage County, this truck serves up the Stevens Point Area's favorite barbecue. SmokeHouse Barbeque serves up classic smoked barbecue with all the fixings! You may have even seen this truck's notable red exterior in and around the Stevens Point Area.
Must-Try: This truck's smoked pulled chicken is a delicious and popular choice. Don't forget to order cornbread! In fact, maybe two slices.
Common Stops: Haertel Monuments, NextHome Priority
Asian Cuisine
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Hanuman Express
Have you ever tried a spinach artichoke wonton? Check out Hanuman Express for a selection of specialty wontons spring rolls, crispy fried pork, and other tempting entrees. This food truck specializes in authentic Thai food while utilizing Thai influence with a creative twist.
Must-try: The honey garlic chicken and crispy fried pork make this a can't miss food truck. For dessert, you cannot beat the apple pie wontons!
Common Stops: Levitt Amp Stevens Point, District 1 Brewing Company
Freedom Street Egg Rolls
This food truck fights for a cause! Freedom Street Egg Rolls profit's benefit programs that fund organizations that educate impoverished children and rescue victims of human trafficking. Did we mention their food is incredible too? Specializing in Southeast Asian street food they offer Hmong Egg Rolls, crab rangoons, spicy salads, and bubble teas.
Must-try: The Hmong Egg Rolls are this stops specialty. Want something you can't find just anywhere? Opt for the traditional Laos larb or Thai chicken curry.
Common Stops: District 1 Brewing Company
Hawaiian
TopHawaiian
Hawaiian Plate Lunch
Get a taste of authentic Hawaiian cuisine from the Hawaiian Plate Lunch food truck. Many of their dishes are prepared hours in advance to enhance the flavors of each dish. Be on the lookout for their specials menu as they're adding more to their menu each week. Take a look at their website for where they'll be stopped along with a menu.
Must-Try: Their classic dishes like teriyaki beef steak, Hawaiian shoyu chicken, or their kalu pork dish.
Common Stops: District 1 Brewing, Lucke's LLC
Insider Tip: Not sure where to find these trucks? Most trucks post their location and schedule via their Facebook pages!
Hungry for More?
Check out a Stevens Point Area food truck festival, like the ones hosted by District 1 Brewing. Or, make a trip through the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective where food trucks are known to frequent on a regular basis.
Get started with the top appetizers in the Stevens Point Area, find your second course by seeking out the best patios for outdoor eats, finish your food tour with suggestions from the Stevens Point Area's Insider's Guide to ice cream. If you stop to take a pic, be sure to tag @StevensPointArea and use #StevensPointArea on your Instagram photos for a chance to be featured!