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73 Northeast Ohio food trucks to try out this summer
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- It’s summer here in Northeast Ohio, which means that nearly every outdoor event is filled with the region’s wide variety of food trucks. There’s definitely no shortage, with 73 and counting hitting up the various events around town. Here is our 2019 Food Truck Guide. You can check out all of the food trucks, what they have cooking and where they’ll be this summer below.
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216 Bistro
On the menu: Birdie burger, spinach and artichoke melt, lobster mac n cheese, shrimp tacos
Where to find it: Public Square Tuesdays, Wade Oval Wednesday, Edgewater Live, Food Truck Fridays at the Free Stamp
Operators: Kelly and Sandy Waddell Contact: Facebook, 216-244-2556.
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Alecci’s Ice Delights
On the menu: 12 flavors of shaved ice, ice cream floats, various snacks
Where to find it: Northeast Ohio, Highland Heights Community Day, year-end parties
Operators: Larry and Terry Tierney Contact: Facebook, Twitter, 216-509-9443
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The Beachcomber
On the menu: Island-inspired dishes such as jerk chicken, fish tacos, calamari, key lime pie and more. Popular picks include the buffalo chicken pierogies, blazin’ shrimp tacos, the Cubano sandwich and more.
Where to find it: Tallmadge food truck festival, Edgewater Live, Walnut Wednesday, E.S.T. Fest and more.
Operators: JJ and Kevin Altomare Contact: Facebook, Website, 330-475-7930
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Betty’s Bomb Ass Burgers
On the menu: Huge burgers with unique toppings. Popular items include Boeing Fortress burger topped with chunky peanut butter, pepper berry preserves, bacon jam, Coca Cola-braised onions, cheddar cheese and optional foie gras. A new item is a Bristol topped with charred mango, cilantro, crispy pork belly and Thai basil aioli. Don’t miss their poutine or cheesy tots (which you can and should add bacon to).
Where to find it: Edgewater Live, Walnut Wednesday
Operators: Lena Brown
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Barrio
On the menu: Several unique tacos with delicious fillings including chicken, pork, beans and more, chips with salsa, guacamole or queso, rice
Where to find it: Sundays at Levin Mattress in Strongsville from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Edgewater Live, Sibling Revelry Brewery
Operators: Several, Truck Director is Jacob Taylor Contact: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Website, 216-999-7714
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Big Kahuna Luau & Pineapple Drink Co.
On the menu: Hawaiian smoothies right in Ohio served inside actual pineapples. Popular flavor is the Miami Vice which is a combination of pina colada and strawberry
Where to find it: Whiskey Island on the weekends, various festivals around Northeast Ohio
Operators: Jeremy Petway
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Boca Loca Burrito Factory
On the menu: Gigantic burritos, bowls and tacos, filled with anything and everything you could want, even vegan options. Best known for “Big Wet One” which is a 1.5-pound deep-fried burrito smothered in queso and salsa.
Where to find it: Edgewater Live, Walnut Wednesday, Live at the Lake in Berea
Operators: Heath Doeberling and Emily Moes
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Boriken Joe’s Food Truck
On the menu: Typical Latin dishes with some Asian Pacific flavors mixed in. Standouts include the sofrito chicken plate, choripan, pastele de yuca and more.
Where to find it: Lorain, Avon and Lakewood
Operators: Joe Adorno
Contact:
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Bearden's
On the menu: Classic diner fare, cheeseburgers both traditional and out-of-the-box. Popular items include cowboy burger topped with bacon, cheddar, BBQ sauce and an onion ring; pulled pork, homemade onion rings, thick milkshakes
Where to find it: Sibling Revelry Brewery, Crocker Park Tuesdays, Edgewater Live, Peninsula Flea at Heritage Farms
Operators: Michael McBride
Contact:
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, 440-331-7850
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The Brunch Box
On the menu: Classic breakfast and lunch diner fare. A huge variety of breakfast sandwiches as well as Philly cheesesteaks, burgers, fried chicken sandwiches paired with hash browns, fries and more.
Where to find it: Northeast Ohio
Operators: Jim and Wendy Nutting
Contact:
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Burning River Bistro
On the menu: Bagel sandwiches, hot dogs, and other small bites. Some standouts include the Oinker sandwich which has pulled pork, BBQ sauce, cheddar and slaw on an everything bagel. Also don’t miss the Bitterballen or the curry dog.
Where to find it: Cleveland Flea, Edgewater Live, Public Square, Cleveland Summer Beerfest, local breweries and more.
Operators: Greg Turner
Contact:
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, 330-416-4838
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The Bus Stop
On the menu: Here, it’s all about sandwiches. Peanut butter and jellies, grilled cheese, BLTs, hot dogs and more.
Where to find it: Chardon, Willoughby, Beachwood, Painesville, Mentor and more.
Operators: Vicki Gliha
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Donut Lab
On the menu: Mini donuts with a variety of toppings to enjoy. They also serve donut ice cream sundaes and other desserts made with donuts such as strawberry shortcakes.
Where to find it: Northeast Ohio events
Operators: Matt West
Contact:
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Cafe Arnone
On the menu: Affogatos, homemade gelato, cold brew floats and many more drink options.
Where to find it: various events around Northeast Ohio
Operator: Michael Maghes
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The Cedar Grill
On the menu: This Mediterranean-style menu has chicken shawarma served in a pita or rice bowl. Also, they serve a vegan and gluten-free falafel. Another popular item is a meatball sandwich made from scratch.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesday, Memorial Monday, The Chomp, Food Truck Tuesday, Food Truck Friday, The Grove Amphitheater, Mayfield Village, Edgewater Live, LaureLive Music Festival, Lock 3 Akron, Live at the Lake, Westside Flea, Berea Arts Festival, Cleveland Winterfest, Fairview Flea Fest
Operators: Mark Katzbach
Contact:
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, 216-280-4586
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Chef Grey Wolf
On the menu: This Mediterranean truck serves stuffed grape leaves, falafel, lamb patties and hummus. Don’t miss out on a baklava for dessert.
Where to find it: Legacy Village, downtown at E 9th and Superior, Food Truck Friday, Geneva
Operators: Sonmez Bozkurt, Chef Grey Wolf
Contact:
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Firehouse Grilling Co.
On the menu: Smokehouse burger, Texas flashover pulled-pork sandwich, vegan black bean burger, bourbon brownies and more.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesdays, Edgewater Live, Cleveland Browns events, Cleveland Triathlon and Cedar Point
Operators: Frank and Michelle Griffith
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City Grow Green Machine
On the menu: Tacos, sandwiches, quesadillas and more with plenty of plant-based options. Standouts include the pineapple pork taco, sweet potato black bean burger and a side or loaded fries or nachos. On a hot day, nothing beats a fruit skewer to cool you off, either.
Where to find it: Westside Flea and other Northeast Ohio Events
Operators: Steve McKinney
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Cleveland Cookie Dough
On the menu: Rotating cookie dough flavors, including chocolate chip, sugar cookie, brownie batter. Treat yourself with a “Dough-dae” which is ice cream, cookie dough and toppings.
Where to find it: Crocker Park, Legacy Village, Bay Village, Edgewater live, Cleveland Bazaar, Wildroots, Olmsted Falls, Westside Flea, Berea Rib Cookoff, LaureLive, Cleveland Beer Festival
Operators: Vicki and Steve Kortris
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co*cky’s Bagels
On the menu: Variety of bagel sandwiches. Popular items include Wake ‘N Bacon, Hot Italian and Buffalo Chicken Dip (which you can put on a bagel and top with Hot Cheetos). They also have a Mediterranean veggie sandwich, Mac ‘n cheese pulled pork bagel sandwich, a chicken parmesan sandwich and more.
Where to find it: Edgewater Live, North Point tower, Around The Corner, Blossom Music Center, Crocker Park Truck Stop Tuesdays, Legacy Village, Food Truck Fridays at the Free Stamp and more
Operators: Keene co*ckburn, Kevin co*ckburn, Natalie Bata
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Flamingo Jack’s
On the menu: Eclectic menu with Creole and Southern-infused flavors. Popular items include coffee-crusted pork and watermelon tacos, mahi-mahi tacos with ginger miso, black truffle burger, shrimp po boy with roasted garlic jalapeno slaw, Boursin cheese steak, candied bacon egg roll nachos, shrimp and grits, etc.
Where to find it: Edgewater Live, Walnut Wednesday Crocker Park
Operators: Gary McNelly
Contact:
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, 330-988-0048
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Cookery
On the menu: The most popular items that keep people coming back include the cilantro lime quinoa bowl, Tex-Mex quinoa bowl, wraps, salads and crispy chicken tacos.
Where to find it: Mondays at Legacy Village, Rock The Lock in Akron and various events in Northeast Ohio.
Operators: Faith Mcnu*tt
Contact:
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, 330-352-0115
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Dilauros Pizzeria
On the menu: Lots of pizza! Popular pies include a margherita and one with pepperoni and hot honey on it.
Where to find it: Aurora Farms outlet mall and Garrettsville Farmers Market
Operators: Adam and Tiffany DiLauro
Contact:
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, 216-870-4348
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Fawaky Burst
On the menu: Smoothies. Popular items include the smoothie inside of a pineapple, the King Hawaiian smoothie and the Miami Vice.
Where to find it: Wade Oval Wednesday
Operators: Muhammad Edwards
Contact:
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Funky Truckeria
On the menu: Artisanal tacos such as Thai chicken taco, Korean BBQ taco, grilled octopus and more. If you go, you need to grab carnitas nachos and chorizo funky balls.
Where to find it: EST fest, Walnut Wednesday, Columbus taco fest, Columbus food truck festival and many events in Northeast Ohio
Operators: Juan Gonzalez, Steve Sabo, Curtis Fridley
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Fine Grinds Mobile
On the menu: Espresso drinks as well as hot chocolate, smoothies, and frozen hot chocolate. Don't miss the Snickers latte that comes with a Snickers-like candy bar on top.
Where to find it: Cane Park Arts Festival, Lost Nation Comic Convention, Ohio Viking Festival, Canton parades for Memorial Day and Fourth of July.
Operators: Brooke Adams and Elizabeth O’Neil
Contact:
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, 216-318-9455
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Fire Truck Pizza Company
On the menu: Woodfire pizza and homemade ice cream. Don’t miss the bacon honey pizza.
Where to find it: Edgewater Live
Operators: Rina D'Abramo
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Forno Wood Fired Pizza
On the menu: Wood-fired pizza and pepperoni breads.
Where to find it: Feast of the Assumption in Little Italy
Operators: Joe Pinzone
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Hatfield’s Goode Grub
On the menu: BBQ favorites and amazing burgers. Don’t miss the All-In burger topped with pulled pork, bacon, cheddar, two signature sauces and a brioche bun. Also, the smothered fries are a must.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesdays, Edgewater Live, Euclid Beach Live, Food Truck Fridays and more.
Operators: Ken Hatfield
Contact:
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Hatfield’s Sweet Tooth
On the menu: Desserts. Pies, cookies, cobblers and ice cream. They make amazing homemade cookie ice cream sandwiches with unique cookie options like bacon walnut chocolate chip.
Where to find it: Farmer’s markets around Northeast Ohio
Operators: Ken Hatfield
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The Hunger Squad
On the menu: The menu here varies based on event, but some standouts include the Maple BBQ pulled pork, buffalo chicken mac ‘n’ cheese and garlic parmesan fries.
Where to find it: Geauga, Lake and Ashtabula county events, Vintage Ohio, Brecksville Home Days, Chardon Farmers Market, Mentor Rocks concert series
Operator: Nathan White
Contact:
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Jackpot Chicken
On the menu: Amazing chicken. Popular items include wings in sauces such as apple cinnamon BBQ, buffalo or Cajun. Chicken Philly and quesadillas are also very popular.
Where to find it: Edgewater Live, LaureLive, Wade Oval Wednesdays, Thunder on the Strip
Operators: Kristen Lengyel and Rick Coleman
Contact:
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The Little Penguin
On the menu: Frozen yogurt, sorbets, Dole Whip, edible cookie dough
Where to find it: Public Square, Edgewater Live, Crocker Park
Operators: Scott Pederson
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Jones Bones BBQ
On the menu: Pulled pork is a must here. Also, the “Mac & Que” bowl is to-die-for with homemade mac and cheese paired with pulled pork and sauce. Also, don’t miss the Polish girls or loaded fries.
Where to find it: Sibling Revelry, Cross Country Mortgage in Brecksville, Destination Cleveland events on Mall B next to the Convention Center
Operators: Bryan and Krista Jones
Contact:
, 216-298-3851
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JT’s Barbecue Catering and Food Truck
On the menu: Amazing BBQ, especially the sandwiches. Try the pulled pork topped with coleslaw or the “hairy” pig, which is a kielbasa topped with sauerkraut and pulled pork
Where to find it: Medina county
Operators: Jerry and J.T. Hackley
Contact:
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King Kone
On the menu: 6 flavors of Hershey Ice Cream, sundaes, waffle cones, flurries, shakes and doggie sundaes
Where to find it: Lake, Geauga, and Cuyahoga counties at various car shows, performances and more
Operators: Gail Hewitt
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Manna Food Truck
On the menu: Crab-cake burger, lobster roll, eggplant fries, lamb meatball gyro, BBQ beef brisket sandwich and many more unique options.
Where to find it: Cleveland Flea, Crocker Park, Walnut Wednesday, Edgewater Live, Public Square
Operators: Matt and Julie Barnes
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Kona Ice
On the menu: Shaved ice treats made with real fruit and a plant-based sweetener. They have 10 flavors placed around the outside of the truck so pick your own. They also have flavors that resemble co*cktails such as sangria, bourbon black cherry, Mai Tai, blackberry mojito, fireball and more.
Where to find it: Edgewater Live, Walnut Wednesday, Memorial Monday, Food Truck Tuesdays Public Square, Berea Concert Series at the lake, Warped Tour 25th anniversary show
Operators: Ron and Sara Matthews, Kona Ice of Strongsville/North Royalton/Berea
Contact:
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Krav
On the menu: A variety of dishes, many that are inspired by Korean and Mediterranean cuisine, including Cleveland cheesesteak, Korean beef bulgogi and lamb or chicken gyros.
Where to find it: Edgewater Live, Walnut Wednesdays, all over different events from Cedar Point to Canton
Operator: Mike Smith
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The Little Piggy
On the menu: Barbecue-inspired meals like pulled-pork sandwiches, Cuban sandwiches, pulled-pork quesadillas, loaded tater tots and much more.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesdays, Public Square, Edgewater Live
Operators: Scott Pederson
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The Proper Pig
On the menu: BBQ items such as Texas-style beef brisket, pulled pork, hot link sausage, candied bacon on a stick and more. Don’t miss the Proper Slopper, a huge sandwich stuffed with pork, brisket, sausage, bacon, coleslaw and BBQ sauce.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesday, Edgewater Live, Avon Summer Market
Operators: Ted Dupaski and Shane Vidovic
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Maui Shaved Ice
On the menu: Soft and fluffy shaved ice topped with flavorful syrups. Popular flavors include P.O.G., cherry, blueberry and Dreamsicle
Where to find it: Scene Taste of Summer, Cleveland Flea, Edgewater Live, Westside Flea
Operators: Maureen and Ben Wentz
Contact:
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A Moveable Feast
On the menu: Farm-to-fork menu with several gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options. Some favorites include Hawaiian poke bowls, homemade fried pickles, Texas Twinkies, which are jalapeños stuffed with brisket and cream cheese and wrapped in bacon.
Where to find it: Youngstown and Akron-Canton area. Youngstown Flea, Mission Night Market in Boardman, Bath Hollow Art Fest
Operators: Shawn Sweeney and Angela Kukla
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Nelly Belly Applewood Fired Pizza Truck
On the menu: Pizza and dessert. Don’t miss a Piadina, which is a folded over pizza crust sandwich.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesday, Memorial Mondays, WKYC Food Truck Fridays, Avon Lake Concert Series, Westlake Concert Series and many more events
Operators: Mark and Melissa Nelson
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River Dog Food Truck
On the menu: All-beef uncured hot dogs with gourmet toppings, sausages, burgers, chicken sandwiches and fries.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesday, Edgewater Live, Rocky River Food Truck Fridays, Public Square, The Chomp, Memorial Mondays and Free Stamp Fridays
Operators: Matt Rabung
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The Nosh Box
On the menu: Birdie burger, spinach and artichoke melt, lobster mac ‘n’ cheese, shrimp tacos
Where to find it: Public Square Tuesdays, Wade Oval Wednesday, Edgewater Live, Food Truck Fridays at the Free Stamp
Operators: Kelly and Sandy Waddell
Contact:
, 216-244-2556
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Pastativo
On the menu: Pasta with chicken alfredo and pasta with meatballs are among the bestsellers.. Don’t forget to grab a canoli, too.
Where to find it: Wade Oval Wednesday, Edgewater Live, Public Square, Food Truck Fridays at the Free Stamp
Operators: Lia Genovese
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Roll Call Burgers and Fries
On the menu: Gourmet burgers and fries. Popular items include the Smelly Nelly, a Groovy Girl or a Plain Jane with frenchy fries or cole slawesome.
Where to find it: Breweries and festivals in Portage and Summit counties
Operators: Michael and Linda Fiala
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Smooth Rider
On the menu: Flavorful smoothies. Popular menu items include Kokomo Kale, Dragon Berry, Monkey See Monkey Doo
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesdays, Painesville Farmers Market, Food Truck Fridays, Tallmadge Food Truck Festival, Pride in the CLE, Crocker Park Food Truck Challenge, LaureLive and EST Fest
Operators: Michael Triscaro and Lydia Johnson
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Scott’s Fire and Ice Catering
On the menu: Wood-fired pizza and homemade gelato
Where to find it: Mentor Rocks, Twinsburg concerts, Vintage Ohio, Edgewater Live and Cleveland Hunter Jumper Classic
Operators: Scott Mackay
Contact:
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Serene Caffeine
On the menu: Coffee, tea, funnel cake, pastries and more.
Where to find it: Various events around Northeast Ohio
Operators: Intimate Wilson
Contact:
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, 216-288-1728
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ShortRib1
On the menu: Cleveland cheesesteaks, jumbo shrimp tacos, vegan ravioli, shrimp pad thai and more cannot be missed on this truck.
Where to find it: Northeast Ohio events
Operator: Rocco Whalen
Contact:
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, 216-781-8858
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Street Rolls Food Truck
On the menu: All egg rolls with a variety of fillings. Some examples are a reuben roll, gyro roll, buffalo chicken roll, bacon mac 'n' cheese roll and many more. They also serve sides and desserts.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesday, Food Truck Tuesday in Public Square, Cleveland Flea and more
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Signature Slush & Cream
On the menu: Hand-scooped ice cream, slushy drinks (sometimes with alcohol) and ice cream-filled donuts
Where to find it: Taste of Tremont, Oktoberfest, Tremont Arts, Cultural Firefish festival and Irish cultural festivals
Operators: Greg and Sarah Bonnete, Mike Kovack and Demitra Turner
Contact:
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, 216-633-0688
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The Slop Truck
On the menu: BBQ truck with pulled pork, ribs, brisket and chicken Philly sandwiches
Where to find it: Streetsboro Family Days, Lock 3 Friday night concerts in Akron, Tallmadge Food Truck Festival, Ravenna Art on Main, Aurora Farms Premium Outlets
Operators: Woodie and Sue Goodnight
Contact:
, 330-325-8100
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Slymans
On the menu: Deli favorites, famous for corned beef as well as pastrami and turkey. Add a side of Slymans fries which are crinkle-cut fries topped with corned beef shavings and Slymans sauce
Where to find it: Taste of Summer, Lakewood Summer Solstice, Westside Flea, Huron Fest, Live at the Lake in Berea, Cain Park Arts Festival, Oktoberfest at the fairgrounds, The Grove, Wade Oval Wednesdays, Edgewater Live, Legacy Village Food Truck Mondays and more
Operators: Emma Romanchik
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, 216-642-0062
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Swat Food Truck
On the menu: Award-winning burgers such as Cheddar Bomb, Swat n Surf and Fried Mac n Cheese Burger. Also, check out their grilled chicken wraps, loaded tater tots, fried lobster and crab roll.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesday, Edgewater Live, The Chomp, Public Square, INKcarceration
Operators: Daniel Molnar
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Smash Time
On the menu: Tacos, burgers, sandwiches and more. A few favorites are the party pierogis topped with bacon, corn, salsa and more. Also, the Halle Berry taco features Dr. Pepper pulled pork and a honey-garlic sauce. Don’t miss the smash burger which is also topped with that signature pulled pork.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesdays, The Chomp, Public Square, Edgewater Live, The Racino
Operators: Kevin Harper
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Smokin’ Rock N Roll
On the menu: It’s all about the BBQ. One standout sandwich is The Judas Beast, which has slow, smoked beef brisket with honey red cabbage, peppered pickles and horseradish sauce. Also, the Freakwood mac ‘n’ cheese is amazing, and you can top it with any meat or meat substitute on the menu to make it even better.
Where to find it: MLB All-Star game, Edgewater Live, Walnut Wednesday
Operators: Billy Morris, Todd Chaisson, Steve Smith and Jen Kraus
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SnowBros Shavery
On the menu: Asian-inspired shaved ice. Flavors such as taro, green tea and mango are popular along with toppings such as fruits, mochi, boba and more
Where to find it: Cleveland Asian Festival, Night Markets and other summer events
Operators: John Suh
Contact:
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, 216-302-8815
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Sweet! The Mobile Cupcakery
On the menu: Decadent cupcakes and cookie sandwiches. Popular cupcakes include the Billy Idol, which is a white wedding cake, and a buckeye cake. The cookie sandwiches are made with their famous buttercream.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesday, Food Truck Fridays, Crocker Park Food Truck Challenge
Operators: Dave Southerington
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Southern Thangs
On the menu: More than 162 menu items offered with 30-50 available at a time. Standouts include deep fried s’mores, porkie poboys, gator bites, chicken subs, tacos, fries and more.
Where to find it: Food truck Roundup in Tallmadge, Superfly events in Akron and Ravenna, Fairview flea, Brew at the Zoo, Akron Art and Wine Expo, Copley Car Show, Gay Pride in Akron, Recovery fest, Springfield Fireman’s Festival, Cuyahoga Falls Front Street concert series, Crocker park, Medina square and much more.
Operators: Julianna Trunko
Contact:
, 330-671-7156
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Square Scullery
On the menu: Scratch-made items with unique flavor combinations. Some standouts include deep fried Brussel sprouts with ancho chili aioli, poutine and goat cheese and roasted red pepper polenta cakes
Where to find it: Highland Square Porch Rokr, Akron Pride Fest, Walnut Wednesday
Operators: Matthew and Heather Ulichney
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Stewarts Smokin Backyard BBQ
On the menu: On-site smoked BBQ such as Texas pulled pork, apricot/habanero and Hawaiian pulled chicken, smoked chopped beef brisket, smoked beans and kickin’ coleslaw
Where to find it: Mentor Rocks, Lake County Fair, Ashtabula County Fair, Geauga County Fair, Kirtland Strawberry Fest, Hessler Street Fair, Mentor Beach Fest, Mentor City Fest, Geneva Grape Jamboree
Operators: Devan Stewart and Kolleen Stewart
Contact:
, 440-725-2966
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A Taste of Nawln’s
On the menu: Southern bites including jambalaya, gumbo and alligator bites.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesday, Public Square, more.
Operators: Alan Franco
Contact:
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, 330-980-3373
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Swat Smoked BBQ
On the menu: Slow-cooked smoked meats such as chicken wings, pulled pork and a Cuban sandwich. Their homemade sides include four cheese mac ‘n’ cheese, coleslaw and fries that go great with your meal.
Where to find it: Edgewater Live, Walnut Wednesday, The Chomp, Twinsburg Rock The Park, Reggae Fest
Operators: Daniel Molnar
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, 330-554-2272
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The Sweet Spot
On the menu: Gelato-based desserts such as a gelato panini, gelato cookie sandwich, affogato and more. Popular flavors include mascarpone and pear, sea-salt caramel and lemon cream crunch
Where to find it: Events around Akron and Canton
Operators: Stacey Cooper and Sara Corona
Contact:
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, 419-569-3655
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Swensons
On the menu: Many of the favorites from the restaurant! Grab a classic Galley Boy, a Cheeseburg, some french fries and a milkshake from this truck.
Where to find it: Several Northeast Ohio Events
Operator: Swensons restaurant chain
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Touch Supper Truck
On the menu: Lobster roll, bahn mi sandwich, Balkan burger, various tacos, Belgian frites and kimchi fries
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesdays, Edgewater Live, Third Fridays at W. 78th Street Studios, various festivals and art events
Operators: Robert Ivanov
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Wheelys Mobile Cafe
On the menu: It’s all about the drinks here. Pour over coffee, strawberry lemonade, iced mocha and cold brew are popular picks.
Where to find it: The Sand Festival at Edgewater, Wade Oval Wednesdays, Loew Park and more.
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Wholly Frijoles
On the menu: Build your own burrito, tacos, burrito bowl or nachos with a variety of fillings and toppings.
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesdays, Edgewater Live, other Cleveland and Akron-area events
Operators: Juan Gonzalez
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, 216-902-1831
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Zydeco Bistro
On the menu: Cajun Jambalaya, Po Boys, Lake Erie perch, gulf shrimp, blue crab salad, vegetable ratatouille
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesdays, local breweries and wineries in Akron and downtown Cleveland, Talmadge Food Truck Festival, Medina Art Festival
Operators: Johnny and Karin
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, 330-352-3762
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Wild Spork
On the menu: Vegan food such as a meatless burger, loaded tater tots and tacos
Where to find it: Walnut Wednesdays, Cleveland Pride, LaureLive, Mayfield Beer Fest, Tri C Jazz Fest, Fairport Harbor Mardi Gras, Cain Park Arts Festival, etc.
Operators: Lee Negrelli Contact:
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