Updated May 6, 2022. Food trucks have been a staple in the DMV for some time, revamping our workday lunches by parking conveniently near office buildings across the region. If you’re looking to move away from your not-so-tasty homemade salad or want to break your fast food streak, these local trucks have satisfying menus that will help power you through the day.
7moltin
If you’re missing a cheesy plate of enchiladas or a steaming tray of fajitas from your favorite Mexican restaurant, you’re going to want to make your way to 7moltin. The bright-yellow truck is serving up Mexican meals in Manassas and the surrounding area, including carnitas de pato tacos, cochinita pibil (Mexican pulled pork shoulder), pescado rebozado (breaded and fried fish), and its tri-color “famous” enchiladas. There’s so much to enjoy, from the seven sauces to the homemade tortillas, you might just be coming back for more later on. Call ahead to preorder, and don’t forget to check out the daily dessert.
Buena’Dillas
Maybe you’re not ready to buy all of the ingredients (including mounds of cheese) to make your own quesadillas at home. No worries, Beuna’Dillas has you covered. With everything from a barbecue duck quesadilla to a spicy shrimp quesadilla, the food truck is sure to be popping up in your neighborhood before you know it. Look for the smiling sliced quesadilla on the side of the truck, and check in with the Facebook page to find out when you can get your next quesadilla fix near you.
DC Steakholders
If heading north to Philadelphia seems like a trek, you can still get your cheesesteaks nearby with DC Steakholders. A soft bun topped with thinly sliced steak, melted cheese, peppers, and onions with a side of fries is the classic way to go, but the local food truck can please just about anyone with a veggie cheesesteak and chicken cheesesteak on the menu as well. And to top it off, the truck is also churning fresh custard and milkshakes for the ultimate indulgence. Check its Facebook page to find it near you.
Fire Escape Food Truck
The Fire Escape Food Truck is also heading into your NoVA neighborhood, flipping fresh “crazy burgers” that you just can’t make the same at home. Check the Facebook page for the weekly whereabouts (note that some events are private depending on location, but most are open to the public), and let your heart crave everything from a classic cheeseburger to the jalapeno sausage burger with a side of fries.
Kool Zone Food Truck
For most food trucks, the ideal hours are between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. But things are different at Kool Zone Food Truck, and it’s not just a menu that offers a “Don’t be a Chicken” sandwich alongside a “Picky Mother Klucker” chicken bites and fried Oreos for dessert. If you’re looking for jerk chicken, chicken served on a funnel cake, or even a veggie sandwich, make your way to Kool Zone for lunch. But if you’re looking for breakfast too, head over to get a pancake platter, an order of the chicken and waffles, or a breakfast burrito. The truck has been making various local stops, so make sure to check the Facebook page for the most recent updates, and to get yourself whatever fits your fancy, even if it’s just a hot breakfast sandwich and cup of coffee.
Lady K’s Catering, LLC
When the day is dragging on, sometimes you just need some barbecue. Chicken wings and homemade lemon pound cake are getting served up at the Leesburg-based Lady K’s Catering truck. Check whether the truck is serving lunch or dinner in the near future, and get a plate with all the fixins you need: collard greens, peach and bourbon chicken, french fries, and macaroni and cheese.
Little Lady Grill & Sandwiches
From Sterling to Arlington, the truck has been on the move and serving up its original grilled salmon, pesto shrimp, and other grilled sandwiches. Pair your sandwich with a side salad and rice and your meal is sure to be both nutritious and satisfying. Plus, it will support a local, woman-owned business. Check the Facebook page to see where it’s headed next, or send a message requesting an area near you.
Lombardo’s Pizza
So you’ve seen your pizza delivery guy a little too often lately, and you’re looking for something a little more satisfying. Let the extra thick, yet very crispy crust of this Detroit-style pizza call your name from DMV-based Lombardo’s (owned by King Street Oyster Bar). The menu includes original cheese, pepperoni, a “Motown Veggie” with onion, mushroom, green pepper, arugula, tomato, and pesto pizzas, as well as “Nutella sticks” for a sweet treat. Check the Facebook page for its nearest upcoming location, and place your order online or over the phone to get your perfect, not-delivery pizza.
PhoWheeLs
There’s nothing quite as comforting as a steaming bowl of soup, and PhoWheeLs is ready to serve up whenever you’re feeling down. Making its way across the region, the DC-based truck is offering hot pho soup in a cup, Vietnamese-style tacos, and fresh banh mi sandwiches. Banh mis are served with chicken thigh, mushroom-onion tofu, or pork belly, and topped with cilantro, cucumber, pickled daikon and carrot, and garlic aioli, on a crusty, white roll. But the soup? Get your beef-based noodle soup with three meat options and topped with basil, jalapeños, scallions, lime, and more. Plus, add a Vietnamese iced coffee for a sweet jolt to your lunch.
Zainy’s Flyin’ Grill
Two words: puffy tacos. These drizzled, squishy-yet-crispy, and totally Instagram-worthy tacos started popping up around NoVA back in 2020. Look for the bubblegum-pink food truck making its way around by tuning into the Facebook page daily, and be sure to give the menu a look. The San Antonio-inspired tacos can be created with a variety of meats and toppings, including seasoned ground beef and cheese, flame-grilled chicken and fresh mango chunks, or breaded shrimp and chipotle sauce. If the truck isn’t scheduled near you in the future, request a stop for your neighborhood.
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