The latest trend in food right now are food trucks, with over 3 million nation wide it is no question that this popular trend is also a booming business. Food trucks have grown more popular over the years since more food trucks are producing gourmet food that is not only fast, but affordable as well. Reno has caught on to this latest craze by hosting a seasonal gathering known as Food Truck Fridays. This gathering is held every Friday at Idle Park from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and consists of food trucks from the local, Reno and Sparks area. I decided to check this out for myself, and like the food obsessed person I am, tried every food truck that was there. So here's my ranking of the 10 best food trucks (in descending order) in Reno.
10. St. Lawrence Pizza Company
Who knew that wood fired pizza can be made in a food truck? Well St. Lawrence Pizza made that possible. With pizza slices bigger than your face and packed with melting cheese and fresh tomato sauce, St. Lawrence Pizza has it all to satisfy your pizza cravings.
9. Battle Born Food Truck
Battle Born Food Truck has hands down the best tri-tip roast beef sandwich. They use old family recipes to get that perfect flavor in your sandwich. Battle Born Food Truck's menu averages at around $10, which is well worth it considering the amount of food you get as well as the great quality you'll receive.
8. BoDawgs
If they're not at Idle Park on Friday's you can usually find them on the University of Nevada campus. This food truck is loved by all Nevada students since BoDawgs has fast service, great prices, and most importantly amazing hot dogs. With prefectly grilled hot dogs and unique toppings you can't go wrong! Where else can you get pineapples, cream cheese, and pickled pink onions as a topping?
7. Nom Eats
Before I thought of vegan food as unappetizing and bland. But after trying Nom Eats, I never looked at vegan food the same. Nom Eats makes vegan eating delicious, and flavorful. I recommend the breakfast burrito, it is a slight twist from the classic burrito but is still filled with flavor.
6. Schnitzel's Austrian Grill
I've never tried Austrian food until I discovered this food truck, but let me tell you it is mouthwatering. Schnitzel's Austrian Grill serves perfectly crispy meat schnitzels and delectable schnitzel chiabatta sandwiches. For first timers, I recommend the pork schnitzel with lingonberry and sauerkraut on the side.
5. Brother's Barbecue
If you're a meat lover, like myself, then you will surely enjoy Brother's Barbecue. They have a large selection of barbecue and specialize in Texas style, dry-rub barbecue that stems from two generations of family recipes. Their ribs are my favorite since they are just the right amount of spicy and sweet. Plus, the meat is so juicy and tender that the meat comes right off the bones.
4. Kenji's
Kenji's offers an Asian and Hawaiian fusion menu that is filled with flavor. They even offer tacos which are packed with unique garnishes and are perfect if you're looking for something light on your stomach and wallet. The tacos start at $1.50 with their specialty plates starting at $8.
3. IceCycle Creamery
IceCycle Creamery is the perfect way to cool off in the summer heat and satisfy your sweet tooth craving. They serve unique ice cream flavors that rotate weekly such as ricotta fig, maple peach, and earl grey. My favorite part about this food truck is that their ice cream is not too sweet and since it is handmade, it is very light and has a smooth, airy texture.
2. Still Rollin'
Still Rollin' makes a gourmet twist on the typical egg roll. Crispy on the outside and filled with flavored in the inside, you can't go wrong with Still' Rollin. I highly recommend the Full Monte Cristo egg roll, it is perfectly sweet yet savory.
1. Electric Blue Elephant
Who knew healthy food could actually taste good? I used to cringe at the thought of vegetables and healthy eating but, Electric Blue Elephant changed my thoughts on it. This food truck reinvents the healthy eating and actually makes healthy eating delicious and fun. My favorite item on their menu are the spicy teriyaki nachos.