Top 10 Food Trucks in London You Must Try

Are you someone who enjoys the foodie side of every city you visit? If so, this post is a must-read when traveling to the UK’s capital. We’re about to uncover the best food trucks in London, where you can indulge in delicious meals without breaking the bank. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey!

Traveling for extended periods often leads to long hours filled with nothingness, a state the Italians refer to as “dolce far niente.” During these idle moments, many travelers ponder the same question: “What can I do to earn some money and continue my adventures?” Ideas bounce around, from buying a van to offer rides between cities to setting up a hot dog stand at a local event. Spoiler alert: we never pursued any of those ideas!

Imagine a moment when someone, perhaps in one of those idle hours, thought it would be brilliant to improvise a kitchen in their van and sell delicious specialties on the streets of their city. Many may have looked on in disbelief, wondering why anyone would choose street food over a cozy restaurant meal. Yet, they could not have been more wrong.

This is how food trucks came to be, an ever-growing trend in street food culture that we are absolutely enamored with.

But let's break it down. You might be wondering: “What exactly are food trucks?” Food trucks are the latest craze in cities all around the world. They are portable kitchens on wheels that serve a variety of specialties—from hot dogs, burgers, and pasta to ethnic dishes. They provide a perfect, budget-friendly option for dining in parks or plazas while soaking in the local vibe.

The secret to their success lies in the quality of ingredients, traditional recipes infused with modern twists, and the convenience they offer—just arrive, order, receive your food, and enjoy it on the spot or wherever you wish. Plus, the lower startup costs make it accessible for aspiring chefs to enter the culinary world.

Now, let’s dive into the top 10 food trucks in London. This city is a haven for food lovers! Be warned, your stomach might start growling...

1. Luardos

Luardos is a beloved Mexican food truck among Londoners. Their burritos, made with fresh ingredients (including a vegetarian option), are finger-licking good. In fact, we should mention the truck duo, affectionately known as “Jesus and his two Marys.”

• Specialty: burritos.
• Price: vegetarian £6, chicken £7.
• Location: Whitecross Market / KERB – Kings Cross / Brockley Market.

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2. The Orange Buffalo

If you're a fan of chicken wings, The Orange Buffalo is a must-visit! Their sign says it all: New York style chicken wings. You can choose from four types of wings, served with fresh celery sticks and homemade blue cheese sauce.

• Specialty: chicken wings.
• Price: a portion of 8 wings costs £8.
• Location: The Old Truman Brewery, Ely’s Yard.

3. Mother Clucker

Another gem for chicken lovers, Mother Clucker serves up crispy, sublime chicken strips that are hard to resist.

• Specialty: chicken strips.
• Price: meal with strips + fries + drink £10; strips alone £6.
• Location: The Old Truman Brewery, Ely’s Yard.

4. Sud Italia

Imagine a wood-fired oven inside a food truck! That’s exactly what you get with Sud Italia, a team of Italians serving up authentic Neapolitan pizzas made with top-notch ingredients for just £5-6.

• Specialty: pizzas.
• Price: £6-8.
• Location: Old Spitalfields Market.

5. Bow Van

Specializing in English-gourmet street food, Bow Van serves a variety of British specialties. Their motto, fresh & best, assures that all products are high-quality and fresh. Vegetarian options are always available!

• Specialty: the menu changes, but don’t miss their roasted pork with orange and chili sauce!
• Price: £6-8.
• Location: typically in Shoreditch; check their Twitter @bow_food for updates.

6. The Duck Truck

As their slogan suggests, “If you don’t like duck, you are out of luck!” This truck offers duck in various forms—wraps, sandwiches, or salads. Fun fact: duck meat is less fatty than chicken. Give it a try!

• Specialty: roasted duck wraps and sandwiches.
• Price: £6-10.
• Location: Boxpark Shoreditch.

7. Sambal Shiok

Located at Southbank Centre, Sambal Shiok features Malaysian burgers and other Asian delicacies like beef rendang and chicken satay. Their flavors are sure to tantalize your taste buds!

• Specialty: Malaysian cuisine.
• Price: £7-11.
• Location: currently at Blend Cafe, 587 Green Lanes.

8. B.O.B's Lobster

This vintage Volkswagen food truck, reminiscent of the hippie era, specializes in lobster rolls and buns. While it may not be the cheapest option in London, its specialties are undeniably delicious!

• Specialty: lobster rolls and buns.
• Price: £10-20.
• Location: Spitalfields Market.

9. The Bowler

If you’re a meatball fanatic, The Bowler is your go-to food truck. Their meatballs are tasty, organic, and homemade, perfect for satisfying your cravings.

• Specialty: meatballs!
• Price: £7.
• Location: Camden Market.

10. Dosa Deli

Dosa Deli focuses on dosas, Indian chickpea flour pancakes served as wraps. Their truck from 1987 is uniquely decorated with Indian designs, also offering lassis and samosas!

• Specialty: dosas.
• Price: £5-7.
• Location: check their website for updates on their location.

As a bonus, here’s a video that showcases some of the best food trucks you can find in London:

To wrap things up, here’s a map featuring the exact locations of these amazing food trucks in London. However, we recommend checking their Google Maps profiles first to ensure they are still open and at their original spots:

These are just 10 options, but London is teeming with food trucks and street vendors serving churros, pizzas, hot dogs, pasta, burgers, crepes, dumplings… oh, the list goes on! What has been your favorite? Do you know of more food trucks in London?

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