Long Island's 10 Best Food Trucks: 2024-2025 Guide

**Cuisine:** Texas & Southern Style BBQ **Price Range:** $ (Moderate) **Based In:** Lake Ronkonkoma / Stony Brook, NY Rolling Smoke Grill has been delivering authentic Texas BBQ to Long Island since 2015. Their custom-designed **33-foot food truck** houses an Ole Hickory smoker capable of handling up to **450 lbs of meat** in a single session. The brisket—slow-smoked over hickory wood—has earned rave reviews for its perfect pink smoke ring and fork-tender texture. **Location:** Roaming; frequently at Long Island Beverage, breweries, and events **Hours:** Wed 11AM-8PM, Fri-Sun 11AM-8PM (check social media) **Phone:** (844) 474-5548 / (516) 319-7657 **Customer Reviews:** - Yelp: **4.7 stars** (164+ reviews, 169 photos) - TripAdvisor: **4.7 stars** (#8 in Lake Ronkonkoma) - "When you can cut brisket with a plastic fork... you've found the perfect brisket" - "The northeast part of the US had been void of any decent smoked brisket... these folks are the real deal" **Signature Dishes:** - Smoked Brisket (by the pound) - Back Ribs (dry rubbed, hickory smoked) - Pulled Pork - Pulled Chicken - Smoked Mac n' Cheese - Golden Fries & Coleslaw **What Makes Them Stand Out:** 30+ years of experience in the industry; wood-fired smoker on the truck; can smoke up to 400 lbs at once; both roadside service and full catering available. **Catering:** Yes – Drive-up catering starting at $9.99/person. Full mobile catering for weddings, corporate events, private parties. Email: chef@rollingsmokegrill.com

**Cuisine:** NY Style American / Eclectic **Price Range:** $ (Moderate, ~$25/person for catering) **Based In:** East Northport, NY **Voted #1 Food Truck on Long Island** by Going Local Long Island in their 2025 poll, The Tasty Taxi is a family-run operation that's been serving Long Island for over **10 years**. Their truck even features a screen that can display photos for your event! **Location:** Roaming across Long Island; check Instagram for locations **Phone:** (516) 297-2980 **Customer Reviews:** - Yelp: **4.0 stars** (12 reviews) - "The Tasty Taxi catered my daughter's Sweet 16. The food was delicious and service was enthusiastic" - Roaming Hunger: "High quality empanadas, quesadillas, burgers... friendliest service in town" - "Family owned... a nice quick stop" **Signature Dishes:** - Empanadas with homemade Chimichurri sauce - Quesadillas - Gourmet Burgers - Custom menus for events (2-3 sides + 3-4 mains) **What Makes Them Stand Out:** #1 voted food truck; 10+ year track record; photo display screen on truck; flexible custom menus; handles events of all sizes. **Catering:** Yes – Full service for birthday parties, weddings, corporate events, anniversaries, school events. Starting at ~$25/person. All paper goods, utensils, condiments included.

**Cuisine:** Tex-Mex / Mexican (Birria Specialists) **Price Range:** $ (Budget-friendly) **Based In:** Mount Sinai / Farmingville / St. James, NY What started as a food truck in 2017 has grown into a beloved Long Island institution with multiple brick-and-mortar locations. Taco Island is the **"Original Home of Tacos de Birria"** on Long Island, and their birria tacos have developed a cult following. **Locations:** - Food Truck: Roaming (check social media) - Farmingville: 2320 N Ocean Ave, NY 11738 (11AM-10PM daily, 11PM Fri-Sat) - St. James: 680 Middle Country Rd, NY 11780 (11AM-10PM daily) - Mount Sinai: 5507 Nesconset Hwy, NY 11766 **Phone:** (631) 250-5050 (Mount Sinai) / (631) 333-3060 (Farmingville) **Customer Reviews:** - Yelp: **4.4 stars** (100+ reviews, 183 photos) - "The best birria tacos on the island!!" - "AMAZING FOOD! The best Mexican food on the island, hands down" - "The crispy avocado taco is the best item on the menu!!!" **Signature Dishes:** - Tacos de Birria (their specialty) - Birria Pizza - Classic Street Tacos - Quesadillas - Burritos - Tostadas & Tortas - Empanadas - Churros **What Makes Them Stand Out:** Family owned & operated since 2017; expanded from food truck to 3 locations; birria specialists; serves 20-2000 guests for catering. **Catering:** Yes – Taco Bar, Taco Island Fiesta, and Gordo Fiesta packages available for weddings, parties, corporate events.

**Cuisine:** American Gourmet / Soul Food Fusion **Price Range:** $ (Moderate, $10-18 entrees) **Based In:** Lake Grove, NY Founded in 2017 by longtime restaurant co-workers John Herbert and Anthony Torres, The Big Black Food Truck has built a devoted following at breweries like Sand City Brewing. Their **"Da Burger"**—served on a pretzel bun with Big Momma's caramelized onions—has achieved legendary status. **Location:** Roaming; frequently at Sand City Brewing and local events **Phone:** (934) 500-5565 (Anthony) / (934) 500-9003 (Jonty) **Customer Reviews:** - Yelp: Highly rated - "I ordered 'Da Burger' and WOW! This burger was bursting with flavor!" - "2 perfect patties on a fluffy toasted bun. And the fries were made to perfection!" - "What a find, going to follow this truck" **Signature Dishes:** - Da Burger (bacon, Big Momma's caramelized onions, cheese, pretzel bun): $18 - Hot Chicken Sandwich (Lemon Pepper, Sweet & Spicy options): $16 - Fish Tacos (catfish or whiting, black bean mole): $16 - Catfish Sandwich: $18 - Chicken & Waffles (available with Red Velvet Waffle) - Shrimp Tacos: $16 - Chopped Cheese: $15 - Crab Avocado Toast: $14 - Wings (10 pc): $18 **What Makes Them Stand Out:** Diverse menu covering soul food, seafood, and American classics; pretzel bun specialties; Big Momma's signature sauces; professional catering services. **Catering:** Yes – Available for events, private parties, corporate functions. Full menu available for catering with some upcharges for premium items.

**Cuisine:** BBQ / Smoked Meats **Price Range:** $ (Moderate) **Based In:** Bay Shore area, Long Island This family-run BBQ truck has earned a reputation as one of Long Island's best for smoked meats. Their pulled pork quesadilla has developed an almost cult-like following, with customers admitting they "follow them on Instagram and follow their food truck all over like groupies." **Location:** Roaming across Long Island; check Instagram for locations **Phone:** Contact via website/social media **Customer Reviews:** - Yelp: **4.4 stars** - "You haven't had BBQ until you've tried Impractical Smokers" - "They not only deliver when it comes to the food and flavor, but are super friendly and personal" - "The food was phenomenal! They had delicious BBQ and were amazing with any substitutions for our vegetarian staff!" - "Don't walk, but RUN when you see this food truck posted up at your local spot!!!" **Signature Dishes:** - Pulled Pork Quesadilla (customer favorite) - Smoked Brisket - BBQ Chicken Legs - Loaded Nachos with Pulled Pork - Smoked Mac n' Cheese - Cornbread Casserole - Coleslaw - Tacos (featured on Taco TWOSday) **What Makes Them Stand Out:** Family operated; vegetarian accommodations; extremely friendly service; social media-savvy with regular location updates; recently expanded with new truck. **Catering:** Yes – School events, corporate gatherings, birthday parties, end-of-year celebrations, private events.

**Cuisine:** Wood-Fired Brick Oven Pizza **Price Range:** $ (Moderate) **Based In:** Wantagh / Massapequa, NY This isn't just a pizza truck—it's a **1946 Chevy 250 "Stove Bolt"** converted into a rolling pizzeria with a wood-fired brick oven. Owner Tony and his team pull up, flip the wooden sides, fire up the oven, and make fresh pizzas right before your eyes. **Location:** Mobile catering only (Nassau & Western Suffolk) **Address:** 3280 Sunrise Hwy, Ste 209, Wantagh, NY 11793 **Phone:** Contact via website **Customer Reviews:** - Yelp: **5.0 stars** - "The pizza is out of this world amazing" - Restaurant Guru: **4.5 stars** (29 reviews) - "WOW, the pizza was awesome and the service was top notch" - "As good or better than any pizza on Long Island. Comparable to Saverios in Massapequa" - "Truly amazing pizza, it's so cool the way they refurbished a fire truck into a mobile pizza oven" **Signature Dishes:** - Wood-fired pizzas (traditional & gourmet, made to order) - Create-your-own pizza with multitude of toppings - Mixed Green Salad - Homemade Gelato - Coffee **What Makes Them Stand Out:** Vintage 1946 Chevy truck; authentic wood-fired brick oven; interactive pizza-making experience; gluten-free and vegetarian accommodations; all paper goods and equipment included. **Catering:** Yes – Primary business model. Weddings (including cocktail hour), corporate functions, bar/bat mitzvahs, birthday parties, family gatherings.

**Cuisine:** French Crepes (Sweet & Savory) **Price Range:** $ (Budget-friendly) **Based In:** Shirley / Riverhead, NY Since 2013, founder Tina Paola has been serving authentic whole-wheat crepes across Long Island—from NYC to Montauk. What started as a late-night craving became a thriving business with both a food truck and crepe cart, perfect for weddings and intimate events. **Location:** Roaming; frequently at Tanger Outlets Riverhead, vineyards, and events **Phone:** (631) 255-6055 **Customer Reviews:** - MenuPix: **4.9 stars** (14 reviews) - The Knot: **5.0 stars** - "The best crepe they've ever had" - WeddingWire: **5.0 stars** (100% recommended) - "The guests gave the best reviews and thought it was such an elevated experience" - "It wasn't just food my family was amazed by the crepe making process" **Signature Dishes:** - Sweet Crepes: Cookies & Cream, Strawberries & Banana, Cinnamon Sugar, Nutella varieties - Savory Crepes: Smoked Salmon, Grilled Cheese with Bacon, Sliced Ham & Cheese - Create-your-own crepe options - Fresh fruit toppings **What Makes Them Stand Out:** Operating since 2013; whole-wheat/buckwheat crepes; both food truck and crepe cart available; interactive experience; serves NYC to Montauk. **Catering:** Yes – Weddings, bridal showers, corporate events, after-party bites, birthday parties. Setup, cleanup, and servers included.

**Cuisine:** Farm-to-Table American **Price Range:** $ (Moderate) **Based In:** Long Island (roaming) Executive Chef Jason Tepper takes "local" to a new level with Farm to Truck, partnering with Long Island farms and local purveyors to create a rotating menu that's always fresh. Their Ground Chuck & Short Rib Burger with jalapeño peach jam and 12-hour brisket is legendary. **Location:** Roaming; check social media for events **Customer Reviews:** - Yelp: Highly rated - "Farm Truck catered our wedding and it was hands down the BEST food I have ever eaten at a wedding" - "We wanted amazing food and they delivered. They are cool amazing chefs, and their flavors rock" - "I had hard to please 'foodies' at my party who were blown away" **Signature Dishes:** - Citrus Infused Pulled Pork Tacos (house pickled cabbage, queso fresco, jalapeño chimichurri) - Ground Chuck & Short Rib Burger (farm fresh tomatoes, jalapeño peach jam, 12hr brisket) - House Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Herb Waffle - Crispy Cajun Shrimp Sandwich (cherry pepper tartar sauce) - Cuban Sandwich (mojo pork, ham, swiss, local pickles) - NY Sabrett Dog with BBQ Pulled Pork - Creamy Farm Corn Nuggets with local honey **What Makes Them Stand Out:** True farm-to-table concept; partnerships with Long Island farms; rotating seasonal menu; chef-driven creativity; locally sourced ingredients. **Catering:** Yes – Weddings, private parties, corporate events.

**Cuisine:** Wood-Fired Pizza **Price Range:** $ (Moderate) **Based In:** Floral Park, NY Owner Zef converted a **vintage fire truck into a rolling pizzeria**, complete with a wood-fired oven. The novelty factor alone makes this a hit at parties, but the pizza quality keeps customers coming back. **Location:** Mobile catering; serves Nassau County and surrounding areas **Phone:** Contact via website **Customer Reviews:** - Yelp: **5.0 stars** - "The owner converted a vintage fire truck into a rolling pizzeria, and he brings it to your party" - "Truly amazing pizza" - Perfect for themed parties and unique events **Signature Dishes:** - Wood-fired pizzas (variety of toppings) - Traditional and gourmet options - Made fresh on-site **What Makes Them Stand Out:** Converted vintage fire truck; wood-fired oven; unique visual presentation; perfect for kids' parties and memorable events. **Catering:** Yes – Primary business model. Parties, corporate events, weddings.

**Cuisine:** Mexican Desserts / Churros **Price Range:** $ (Budget-friendly) **Based In:** Long Island Eddie's Churros has become the go-to dessert truck on Long Island, famous for creative churro experiments like the **Cannoli Churro**—cannoli filling piped inside a fresh churro. Perfect for adding a sweet ending to any event. **Location:** Roaming; available for catering across Long Island **Customer Reviews:** - Yelp: Highly rated - "Best churros ever!!" - "Eddie was super sweet and let us try one of his experiments - the Cannoli Churro! Holy cow it was amazing!" - "Cannoli filling inside of a churro... amazing!" **Signature Dishes:** - Classic Churros - Cannoli Churro (signature creation) - Churros with various dipping sauces - Creative seasonal experiments **What Makes Them Stand Out:** Creative churro innovations; Cannoli Churro specialty; friendly owner who shares experimental creations; perfect dessert complement to savory food trucks. **Catering:** Yes – Events, parties, weddings (dessert service).

Unlike NYC's predictable street corners, Long Island food trucks are primarily **event-based**. Here's how to track them down: **Breweries & Taprooms:** - Sand City Brewing (Northport) - Long Island Beverage (various locations) - Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. - Blue Point Brewery **Regular Events:** - Famous Food Festival - Long Island Wine & Food Classic - Local farmers' markets - Tanger Outlets Riverhead **Tracking Tips:** - Follow trucks on Instagram for daily locations - Check Roaming Hunger (roaminghunger.com) for Long Island listings - Join local Facebook groups like "Dine-LI" - Many trucks post weekly schedules on their websites

Most Long Island food trucks focus heavily on **private event catering**. Here's what to expect: **Typical Pricing:** - Per-person rates: $15-35 depending on menu - Minimum guest counts often required (30-50 people) - 25% non-refundable deposit typically required **What's Usually Included:** - All food preparation on-site - Paper goods, utensils, napkins - Setup and cleanup - Servers (varies by truck) **Popular Event Types:** - Weddings & rehearsal dinners - Corporate events & employee appreciation - Birthday parties & Sweet 16s - Bar/Bat Mitzvahs - Graduation parties - Backyard BBQs **Booking Platforms:** - Roaming Hunger: roaminghunger.com/food-trucks/long-island-ny/ - GigSalad: gigsalad.com/Event-Services/Food-Truck/NY/Long+Island - The Bash: thebash.com/search/food-trucks-long-island-ny - Direct contact via truck websites

These trucks also deserve recognition for their 2024-2025 performance: - **Nao's Caribbean Flavors** – Authentic Haitian cuisine (Griyo A Banan Peze) - **No Good Burger** – Premium beef burgers, 5-year brick & mortar success - **Exotic Bowls** – Organic acai and fruit bowls, Brazilian vitality - **The Oyster Lover** – Mobile raw bar based in Babylon - **Meat's Meat BBQ** – North Fork favorite, incredible brisket - **Eat Me, Drink Me Truck** – Award-winning burgers, brewery regular - **Rolling In Dough Pizza** – North Fork pizza specialist - **Mama's Cuban Kitchen** – Cuban cuisine in Levittown