Over the last several years, food trucks have blossomed across the country and are taking the food industry by storm. In fact, IBISWorld declared food trucks “the way of the future” as the industry continues to see new mobile food options popping up regularly. Right here in Hudson County, residents and visitors can find nearly every possible food option on wheels. From tacos to cupcakes, lobster rolls to ice cream, we are rounding up a list of food trucks in Hoboken and Jersey City to frequent.

Disclaimer: This is a growing list. If you know of another food truck, please email [email protected].

Hoboken

Amanda’s Bananas

Ice cream and healthy are usually not in the same sentence — unless it’s Amanda’s Bananas. This truck serves as a healthy alternative to ice cream made with 100% fruit, making it naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan. Bananas are turned into the smoothest and creamiest ice cream-like dessert. Amanda’s Bananas also has a wide variety of toppings with suggested combinations to make dessert classics like s’mores and chunky monkey. The truck can typically be found in the summer months at locations like Pier 13 and Sinatra Drive.

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Gringo’s Food Truck

Its signature pink color blanketing the truck is almost as famous as the tacos that come out of it. Gringo’s Food Truck is a local favorite that can be seen on any Hudson County Must-Try List. Gringo’s, as the name suggests, combines traditional Mexican food with an American twist. Specialty tacos include Chicken N’ Waffle and We Found Nemo — which is a crispy fish taco — to name a few. Gringo’s also has options for various dietary preferences/restrictions including gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan. The truck can be found in popular spots like Pier 13 (seasonally) and food truck festivals/gatherings. The truck can also be booked for private events.

Mister Softee

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Bringing smiles to people through ice cream for over 64 years, Mister Softee is a tri-state favorite that started here in New Jersey. Hoboken is home to the Hudson County Mister Softee truck and is typically seen on Sinatra Drive, though there are a few different ones that may be spotted around town. Just like the side of every truck says, Mister Softee specializes in sundaes, shakes, and cones.

Ms. Fu’s Yummy Food Truck

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Ms. Fu’s Yummy Food Truck is named that because for lack of a better word, it is yummy. Founded just a few years ago, in 2014, Ms. Fu’s serves both classic and creative new creations of mixed culture dishes like Japanese, Korean, Thai, Chinese, and American food. Every one of her items is made from scratch and she also won first place for her pork taco at the taco festival. You can find Ms. Fu on Pier 13 in Hoboken throughout the summer season.

Woofbowl Dog Food Truck

This food truck serves up treats for our furry friends. The owners came up with the idea to serve healthy dog food after noticing a remarkable change in their dogs after switching them to a raw diet. The menu items resemble human food, such as burgers, ice cream, and beer, but the gag is it’s all healthy dog treats made from premium, human-grade, whole food, dog-friendly, and superfood ingredients that even you can eat. It can also be found in Jersey City.

Bonus: High Point Buzz

High Point Buzz is a new hemp truck that officially opened up on August 27th on Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Self-proclaimed as “Your Premium Hemp Conniseours”, the truck sells a variety of hemp products, including things like hemp-derived cannabinoid-infused Pineapple soda (which includes 100 milligrams). Learn more on High Point Buzz’s Instagram.

Jersey City

Angry Archie’s

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This Jersey City-based truck is serving up all things seafood — particularly crab and lobster. Lobster rolls, crab cake sandwiches, and a crowd favorite — crab poutine — are all on the menu. Each item seasoned to perfection can transport guests to the ocean in just one bite. To place a pick-up order online and to see where the truck will be next, check out the website here. It also has its physical storefront located at 565 Palisades Avenue in Jersey City.

Cupcakes By Jeannie

Look no further for sweet treats. Cupcakes by Jeannie is owned by Jeannie Colon and operated alongside her sister Sonia Vasquez. The pastry business and food truck parks in Jersey City and can frequently be found downtown and McGinley Square. Check out Cupcakes by Jeannie for all cake, cupcake, cake pop, and DIY holiday kits including flavors inspired by their Latinx backgrounds like tres leches, dulce de leche, coquito, and flan. The truck is also available for events.

Dark Side Of The Moo

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Beginning its journey at Pier 13 in Hoboken for eight years and since then has expanded to a brick-and-mortar location in Jersey City, Dark Side Of The Moo serves up unique burgers and sandwiches. At any given time customers will find kangaroo, alligator, yak, bison, and many other proteins on the menu. There are vegetarian items, and vegan and gluten-free options available too.

Fomo Momo

Momos are a kind of dumpling that come steamed or fried, made with simple flour and water dough, and contain a mixture of cooked ingredients. Fomo Momo’s quirky pink truck makes its presence known with the aromas of spices and buzzing crowds around the block. The camaraderie that surrounds the truck will create a feeling of FOMO (fear of missing out) on the momos. Impreet Sodhi and Ankita Nagpal are the powerhouse duo behind Fomo Momo, and each flavor of momo on the menu tells a story of its own.

Jerkin Chicken

Providing authentic, Jamaican-style food for more than two decades is Jerkin Chicken’s claim to fame. But don’t let the name fool you. Jerkin Chicken serves up way more than just chicken dishes. Think pork, shrimp, oxtails, and more. Jerkin Chicken stays true to its Jamaican roots by seasoning each meal with the traditional flavors of its beloved homeland while serving up only the freshest and finest ingredients. Emulating the popular jerk shacks found throughout Jamaica, Jerkin Chicken can usually be found in Exchange Place in Jersey City or on River Street and Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. To learn more about the menu, how to book for catering, or where the truck will be next, follow the truck on Instagram @jerkintruck. It can also be found in Hoboken.

The Lomo Truck

Customers can find their Peruvian fix at The Lomo Truck. Some of the favorites are, of course, lomo saltado — which is beef strips stir-fried, onions, and french fries. Try the green monster if possible — it’s pesto spaghetti with beef strips. The Lomo Truck is also opening a storefront in the Heights soon.

Momma’s Kitchen

There’s no need to travel far if you’re craving Puerto Rican-style food. Momma’s Kitchen is a food truck that is entirely devoted to serving Puerto Rican cuisine. There’s a weekly menu created and each day has different dishes. The day-to-day menu here has three sections: rice, protein, and sides. Rice options include white rice, rice with pigeon peas, and yellow rice. For protein, Momma’s Kitchen serves up chicken stew, pork chops, pernil, and other options.

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Pizza Vita

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A brick oven built into the side of a truck is not a common sight. However, Pizza Vita would not have it any other way. This truck serves brick-oven-style pizza throughout Hudson County. The truck can typically be found on Pier 13 and can also be booked for private events. The brick oven isn’t the only thing to stand out about this truck. Chef Adele is one of NJ’s first female Pizziolas (that’s ‘pizza chef’ in Italian) and is proud to be a part of the business.