Durham Food Trucks

It makes sense — Durhamites like it when our food options keep pace with our adventures. Our tastes are as malleable as our passions.

Food trucks often serve as incubators for young entrepreneurs and culinary veterans alike, giving them a chance to experiment with new foods and reach a wider array of customers. For some of the most imaginative dishes in the area, you'll want to check out the Durham food truck scene. They feed Durham's diverse culinary foundation, bring dozens of mobile dining options to Durham: Latin American cuisine, pizza, Korean BBQ, homemade ice cream, grilled cheese sandwiches, cakes, and more — all on wheels.

Where to Find Food Trucks in Durham

Being mobile means they can set up all across town, so you'll want to check their social media or our food truck calendar to find where they are parked on any given day. If you're feeling spontaneous, just go for a walk downtown, and you're almost guaranteed to eventually come across a top-notch food truck.

Looking for a consistent location where you can always find food trucks? The Can Opener is your spot. Head hear to find food trucks parked around the brick and mortar coffee shop and bar everyday during business hours. You can also depend on finding food trucks at Durham Central Park on Saturday mornings. On four separate Sundays across each year, Durham Central Park will also hold awesome Food Truck Rodeos, a perfect opportunity to find your next favorite mobile menu.

If you're in Central Park on a day where there are no food trucks, check out the Durham Food Hall. Places like the food hall and Boxyard RTP serve a similar purpose as food trucks, like a brick and mortar incubator for fresh concepts and up and coming, creative chefs to get their start.