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Food Truck
Jersey City, NJ
Business
Skeptics Turned Superfans: Jersey City Sushi Truck Named One Of America’s Best By Yelp
One Jersey City food truck is proving that top-tier sushi doesn’t have to come from a sit-down restaurant—or even have walls. Wisp Express landed the No. 75 spot on Yelp’s Top 100 Food Trucks of 2025, a national list released in honor of National Food Truck Day on June 27. View this post on Instagram A post shared by WISP焱 (@wispexpress) The annual roundup celebrates “the most drool-worthy, finger-licking, lip-smacking, chef-driven food trucks that Yelpers are raving about,” according to Yelp. While the list is dominated by Hawaiian ve…
West Milford, NJ
News
West Milford Man Built A Corvette-Powered Food Truck, Now He’s Gunning For A World Record
It’s part food truck, part racecar — but all New Jersey ambition. LJ Koch of West Milford, is trying to make history this summer — behind the wheel of a Corvette-powered fajita truck that just hit 126 mph at Pocono Raceway. Nicknamed The Vettro, the one-of-a-kind ride is part 1952 International Metro Van, part 2021 Corvette Stingray, and fully fueled by Jersey creativity. “We didn’t plan on making a race car food truck,” said Koch, 30. “But after a mid-engine C8 Corvette came into our lives, we all looked at each other and were like, we need to build the world’s fastest food truck.” Koch,…
Laurel, MD
Police & Fire
Explosion Rocks Maryland Main Street Festival In Laurel, Injures One, Cancels Parade
Thousands of families in Laurel missed out on a popular parade Saturday morning after a propane tank explosion rocked the city’s Main Street as vendors were setting up for the annual event, officials confirmed. The explosion happened around 7:15 a.m. on May 10, at the intersection of 4th and Main Streets, the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department said. “Initial report is that a food truck propane tank exploded,” PGFD said in a public alert on X. Approx 7:12am PGFD units were dispatched to the 500 block of Main St in Laurel for an outside fire. Initial report is that a food truck pr…
Hyde Park, NY
Business
Support Pours In For Decades-Old Food Truck Business After Fire In Hyde Park: 'Total Loss'
A cherished piece of Dutchess County's culinary history recently went up in flames, prompting a community effort to help pick up the pieces and rebuild. The Carole’s HotDogs truck — a fixture in Hyde Park for more than 30 years — was destroyed in a fire that started in the engine compartment on Saturday, March 29, just as the busy spring season was beginning. Known for its loyal customer base and comforting roadside bites, the iconic red-and-white truck has long been more than just a food stop; it’s been a local institution. In a Facebook post after the fire, the truck's owner L…
Schenectady, NY
Business
Schenectady Pizzeria Closing After 5 Years: 'Difficult Decision'
A cozy slice of the Schenectady food scene is preparing to say goodbye—for now. Annabel’s Pizza Co., located at 108 State Street, will serve its final dinner on Monday, March 31, after five years of slinging creative, crave-worthy pies. The heartfelt announcement came via the restaurant’s Facebook page, where the team thanked customers for their support and loyalty over the years. “After five years, we have made the difficult decision to close our location,” the post reads. “We will be opening a new location in the near future, but until then any loyal customers can use their points at our…
Hackensack, NJ
Business
9 New Bergen County Restaurants You Need To Try Right Now
Bergen County’s food scene is heating up with a fresh wave of restaurant openings, bringing bold flavors, unique concepts, and big chef names to neighborhoods across the area. From loaded yuca fries and Greek classics to sizzling ramen and wood-fired pizza, here’s a look at the newest spots you’ll want to add to your must-try list. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BentoMe (@bentomeus) BentoMe, Bergenfield Sushi, but make it speedy. BentoMe is a new takeout and delivery-only spot at 78 Portland Ave. in Bergenfield offering classic…
Tappan-Blauvelt, NY
Business
Blauvelt-Based Food Truck Announces Closure: 'Our Business Cannot Survive'
A popular Rockland County food truck known for its sandwiches, salads, and more has announced its upcoming closure. Gracie's Bulldog Grille Food Truck, based in Blauvelt at 600 Route 303, will be closing at the end of March, the owners announced on Monday, March 10. The owners cited financial difficulties and struggles in sourcing their ingredients as the reasons for their decision: "Due to the rising prices, the lack of availability and the limited availability of products, our business can not survive," they wrote in their announcement on social media. The food truck is known…
Shelton, CT
Readers Choice
Best Breakfast In Fairfield County In 2024: The Tasty Yolk
We are thrilled to announce that the Tasty Yolk has been named Best Breakfast in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, the Tasty Yolk started as a humble food truck in 2016, driven by a passion for serving high-quality, flavorful breakfast to the community. Over the years, the Tasty Yolk's commitment to fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and innovative breakfast creations led to expansion, per its website. The Tasty Yolk started as a food truck according to its website. BB Photography The menu is stacked with many …
Newburgh, NY
News
Guns, Drugs Sold From Food Truck: Another Trafficking Ring Member From Newburgh Gets Jail Time
Another member of a major firearms and narcotics trafficking operation in Orange County will see prison time, marking the latest sentencing in an extensive law enforcement crackdown. Russell Knight, 46, of Newburgh, was sentenced in Orange County Court on Monday, March 3, to five to ten years in state prison, followed by three years of post-release supervision in connection with Operation Hot Lunch," a large-scale investigation into gun and drug trafficking in Orange County, according to Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler. The sweeping law enforcement probe le…
Towson, MD
Business
'We're Bringing The Party:' Baltimore’s Vegan Visionaries Keep The Mushroom Magic Rolling
The brains behind some of Maryland's favorite vegan fare are looking to hit the road. Husband-and-wife combo Marvin and Aleah Montague, the owners/founders of Meat the Mushroom and, now, Swap Out The Swine are seeking their customers' assistance as they attempt to raise the cash to purchase a food truck and take their life-altering menu across the DMV region. The couple's companies began first as a manufacturing operation, shipping mushroom-based products to grocery stores and restaurants for the past four years - highlighted by their calling card, the "Shroomacon," a bacon-esque product th…
Mineola, NY
Business
Table For None: Looking Back At Long Island Restaurants That Closed Their Doors In 2024
As the sun sets on 2024, Long Islanders are saying bittersweet goodbyes to some beloved eateries that served up more than just meals — they offered fond memories, good company, and plenty of laughs. From cherished neighborhood spots to bold new ventures that couldn’t weather the storm, these restaurant closures tell the story of a dining scene as dynamic as the island itself. Google Maps street view Lindencrest Diner Closing After 39 Years The Lindencrest Diner – located in Lindenhurst at 330 West Montauk Highway – announced it was closing after 39 years in business. Facebook // Stell…
Poughkeepsie, NY
Lifestyle
Popular Poughkeepsie Brewing Company/Restaurant To Begin Food Truck Catering
Popular Hudson Valley brewery and restaurant owners Daniel Crocco and Jamie Bishop are taking on a third business, a food truck for catering special events. The duo, the Mill House Brewing Company owners in Poughkeepsie and the soon-to-open The Ridge by Mill House in Ulster County, Highland, said they dreamed of owning a food truck. So when word got out that the owners of Embers Wood-Fired Oven food truck were selling, they jumped on the chance to take on the new venture. “I’ve always dreamed of owning and operating a food truck, so Embers by Mill House marks a fascinating new chapter for …
Harrison, NY
Business
Popular Food Truck Opens Restaurant In Harrison
Foodies in Westchester have a fresh reason to celebrate: a new poke bowl spot is bringing a taste of Hawaii’s vibrant flavors to the county, one colorful, delicious bowl at a time. Poké Motion, which originated as a food truck serving the tri-state area, will hold a grand opening for its new restaurant in Harrison at 213 Harrison Ave. on Friday, Dec. 13. The eatery will specialize in Poké, a Hawaiian dish consisting of rice, diced raw fish, and vegetables. Poké Motion's particular spin on the dish includes the offering of protein such as raw fish, chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas, a…
Chambersburg, PA
Police & Fire
Food Truck Explosion In Chambersburg Involved Propane Leak, Fire: Officials (
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A food truck explosion in Chambersburg caused significant damage to homes near Ramsey Avenue and Wilson Avenue and required an emergency response to extinguish a fire and secure a propane leak early Sunday, Dec. 8, officials said. The Chambersburg Police Department initially responded to reports of an explosion at approximately 2 a.m. Further details shared by the Greater Chambersburg Area Paid Fire Fighters Association indicate that crews were dispatched for an auto accident with entrapment, an explosion, and a fire in the borough. When Engine 1-1 arrived at the scene, firefighters found a…
Nanuet, NY
Police & Fire
Man Run Over, Killed By His Own Truck After Mechanical Failure In Nanuet: PD (
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A 44-year-old Albany man was fatally run over by the food truck that he was operating after a mechanical failure forced him out of the vehicle Thursday, Dec. 5 in Rockland County, authorities said. Khurram Shahzad was traveling west in a 1994 Grumman Food Truck on Prospect Street in Nanuet when the truck experienced a mechanical issue and stalled around 3 p.m., according to Detective Norm Peters of the Clarkstown Police. Shahzad placed the vehicle in park and got out of the truck. Shahzad asked a friend, a 39-year-old man following him in another car, to assist him…
Waterbury, CT
Business
This Waterbury Taco Spot Named Best In State In New Yelp Rankings
A taco joint doubling as a food truck and restaurant in Connecticut is the best in the entire state, according to new rankings by Yelp. Los Garcia Mexican Fusion, located in New Haven County at 836 East Main St. in Waterbury, was named the best taco restaurant in Connecticut in Yelp's "Best Taco Spot in Every State" report for 2024. The eatery, composed of an RV-sized trailer with an outdoor patio, a small building with indoor seating, and a smaller food truck, specializes in freshly made tacos with flour tortillas. Google Maps street view According to Yelp's write-up, …
Newburgh, NY
News
Newburgh Dealer Admits Selling Guns, Drugs Out Of Food Truck: DA Says
A Hudson Valley man is facing years in prison after pleading guilty to selling drugs and guns throughout the area using a food truck. Orange County resident Kirkland Salmon, age 42, of Newburgh, pleaded guilty in Orange County Court to criminal possession of a controlled substance, sale of a firearm, and conspiracy on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Under the plea agreement, the Orange County District Attorney's Office will recommend that he be sentenced to 12 years in prison, followed by five years of post-release supervision when he is sentenced in December. Salmon also agreed …
Montville, NJ
Business
Montville-Based Cybertrucks Cook Pizza In 2 Minutes, And Owners Have Best Response For Haters
Fabio Antonio Arbelaez didn't get a Tesla Cybertruck for the attention. But when it comes to his business, it certainly doesn't hurt. "It's like a billboard on the highways," said Arbelaez, 43, who is a partner at The Columbia Inn in Montville, known for its super-thin-crust pizza, with Ryan McDermott. Arbelaez will slap a company magnet on the side of the truck and head to a party, where he'll cook The Columbia Inn's signature pie in a conveyor-like oven that he plugs into the bed of the truck. The pizza is ready in about two minutes and can feed 25 people in an hour. …
McLean, VA
Business
TikTok Influencer Keith Lee Samples Okonomi Asian Grill in Fairfax
Famed foodie Keith Lee, who boasts more than 16 million followers on TikTok has been busy throughout the DMV in recent days as he tastes some of the region's most popular eateries. Lee, who has a cult following on social media, sent out several viral videos while sampling multiple restaurants and food trucks with his family. Stops included: Okonomi Asian Grill in Fairfax; @keith_lee125 Okonomi Asian Grill taste test 💕 would you try it ? 💕 #foodcritic @Okonomi ♬ original sound - Keith Lee The Flavor High Food Truck in Alexandria; @keith_lee125 Flavor Hive…
Teaneck, NJ
Business
Popular New York Bodega Sandwich Hottest Item Sold By New Teaneck Food Truck
A chopped cheese is nothing new for Haze Perez Segura. The 43-year-old Teaneck resident grew up eating them every time he went into Washington Heights to visit friends and family. "It's like a burger, but chopped like a Philly cheese steak with caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, mayo, and ketchup," said Segura, who was raised in Englewood. "It's served on a toasted hero." The chopped cheese is a staple in bodegas and delis across New York City. It's also one of the most popular items on Segura's food truck, Chick-Teaz, which he rolled out this month at Votee Park in Teaneck, he sai…
Hackensack, NJ
News
Surprise! Popular Pitmaster Secretly Opens New Hackensack Location
He's back. Popular area pitmaster Robert Austin Cho, that is. Nearly a year after closing his Westwood eatery, Cho has secretly opened his new venture: Austin Cho Kitchen. It's a takeout only spot that he likened to a "fully equipped stationary food truck" in Downtown Hackensack. Cho, known for his Korean-Texas barbecue, on July 2 announced a soft opening only to his loyal followers on Instagram. "We didn’t list on Google or Yelp. No press release," he said. Click here to browse the menu, which Cho says is still a work in progress but so far includes brisket sandwiches, empanadas, …
Newburgh, NY
Police & Fire
26 Charged In 'Hot Lunch' Drugs, Guns Takedown In Hudson Valley
A food truck is at the center of a significant drug and gun takedown in the Hudson Valley that resulted in 26 arrests. The 26 were scooped up as part of a six-month-long investigation by numerous agencies throughout the Hudson Valley, said Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler. In addition to the 26, Hoovler said two individuals are pending extradition from other states, and one is in ICE custody. According to court documents and statements made in court, the investigation revealed that Kirkland Salmon was at the center of four different conspiracies to traffic narcotics and …
Bridgeport, CT
Lifestyle
Eatery Closes On Short Notice, Now Operating Food Truck In Bridgeport
A popular eatery known for its greens, mac-and-cheese, shrimp, and fried chicken has suddenly closed in Fairfield County. Everybody Eatz, located at 3927 Main Street in Bridgeport, was a restaurant whose slogan was "Where gourmet meets soul food." It announced on Facebook and Instagram that it had closed and would launch a food truck and catering beginning in June. "No more rent or landlords," the Tuesday, May 28 announcement said. "This year (is) about branding & ownership & next year about expanding." Owner Tyre Holman, who started with a food truck, did not provid…
Glen Burnie, MD
Police & Fire
Food Truck Ambushed, Owner Held At Gunpoint During Attempted Robbery In Anne Arundel County: PD
A food truck was ambushed and its owner held at gunpoint by two masked teens during an attempted robbery in Anne Arundel County over the weekend, police said. It happened on the 300 block of Orchard Road in Glen Burnie around 10:45 p.m. on Friday, March 22. The food truck owner was returning to his home when two masked teens dressed in dark clothing entered the rear door of the truck. One of the teens pointed a handgun at the man and demanded cash while the other searched for money. Both of the suspects then fled after realizing there was no money inside the truck, police said. The inves…
Trumbull-Monroe, CT
Lifestyle
This Trumbull Eatery Has Best French Fries In State, Report Says: 'Hand Cut With Love, Care'
An eatery known for serving up plenty of delicious fried food is being recognized as having the best french fries in Connecticut, according to a new report. Fairfield County's Fryborg, located in Trumbull at 10 Broadway, was named as having the best fries in the entire Nutmeg State, according to a report by lovefood.com. The eatery, which was started in 2011 when its owner Jon "finally decided to not suck at life," according to its website, specializes in hand-cut fries, burgers, sandwiches, and even donuts. In its write-up of the establishment, lovefood called the eatery'…
Cambridge, MA
Lifestyle
'Taste Love': BBQ Food Truck To Open Permanent Shop In Billerica
A BBQ food truck and catering service is set to open their first brick-and-mortar restaurant in Billerica. Chef Bryan Babeu’s Northeast Smokehouse will open up shop on Boston Post Road, North Billerica, the former home of Meat Again butcher shop, according to Boston Restaurant Talk. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Northeast Smokehouse (@northeast_smokehouse) Starting out as a food truck in 2022, the restaurant is ready to serve half and full-rack ribs, pulled pork, brisket, mac and cheese, pasta salad, pit beans, and more. Rel…
Arlington, VA
Business
Arlington Taco Spot Makes Yelp List Of 100 Best In America
A Virginia taco spot made Yelp's list of 100 best in the U.S. Yelp has released its list of "Top 100 US Taco Spots 2023," and according to the rundown, an Arlington taco truck is a must-try. Tacos El Chilango Food Truck, located at 1723 14th St N., came in at No. 28. The truck has 633 reviews at 4.7 stars on Yelp. "Simple, fast, cheap, authentic & delicious!" one Yelper said. "It's easy to park nearby and the staff is friendly." "Was skeptical as I just moved to the east coast from central Texas, and didn't expect blow you away Mexican all the way up here," another ad…
Alexandria, VA
Business
You Can Get Free Ices For One Year At Alexandria Family's New Rita's Store
A local family is bringing a new Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard location to Alexandria, and you might be able to score free ices for one year. The Davis family are the franchisees, and will be holding a grand opening on Thursday, Sept. 21. The first 40 customers in line will get free Rita's Italian Ice for one year. the store will be offering guests a $4 small Italian Ice and $5 small Gelati. From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., To officially commemorate Alexandria’s only Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard location, franchisees Terrain and Toya Davis will host the shop’s official…
Paterson, NJ
Business
Popular North Jersey Burger Joint Hits The Streets With Food Truck
One of North Jersey's most popular burger joints just got itself a sweet set of wheels. Steve's Burgers, which first opened in Garfield in 2009, announced on Instagram that the restaurant is rolling out a food truck: Steve'z on Wheelz. Owner Stephen Chrisomalis said the move is a partnership with Zilpa Rizzo, of Zilpa's Desserts. Zilpa's products are sold at Steve's. View this post on Instagram A post shared by STEVE’Z ON WHEELZ (@stevezonwheelz) In addition to its burgers that draw customers from across the country, Steve'z will have a sma…
Cherry Hill, NJ
Business
Former WWE Star Keeps NJ's First Cannoli Food Truck Rolling
Tube-shaped fried pastry shells stuffed with sugary-sweet ricotta-based filling? Cannolis may sound simple enough conceptually, but Thomas "Tony" Ricca Jr. — a retired WWE star — has brought the Italian dessert to new levels. What started in 1957 as Riccas' family's bakery, Sunrise Bakery, on Fairview Avenue in Hammonton has evolved in part into Cannoli World, a franchised, award-winning brand that has evolved into New Jersey’s first cannoli food truck, which debuted in 2016, Ricca said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tony Ricc…
Brentwood, NY
Lifestyle
'Absolutely Delicious' Restaurant Opens New Long Island Location
A restaurant, which originally started as a food truck, is now celebrating the opening of its second Long Island location, delighting diners with its tasty and large-portioned dishes. A Wing Away Kitchen, owned by husband and wife duo Anthony and Stefanie Marengo, opened up its second storefront location in Calverton in early August 2023, located at 4490 Middle Country Road. The eatery, which originally started as a food truck, recently announced that it closed its Plainview location in Coliseum Kitchen, making the new Calverton storefront the only physical spot on Long Island to get A W…
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