Boasting a population of more than 2.3 million people from all around the world, Houston is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States. That diversity carries over into the city’s local food scene, where you can find restaurants serving up everything from Latin to Asian to African cuisine. Whether you’re in the mood for a gourmet meal or a terrific takeaway dish, you’ll find a variety of delicious options in Houston.
One of the best ways to get a taste of Houston’s many cultures is to grab some grub from a local food truck. With about 1,400 food trucks spread throughout the city, it’s easy to sample bits and bites from around the world. Whether you’re stuck at work, chilling at a festival, studying at the university, or strolling through the museum district, you’re bound to see at least a few food trucks serving up everything from unbeatable burgers and Asian fusion to tasty tacos and delicious desserts. Treat your taste buds with a visit to these three best food trucks in Houston.
Bernie’s Burger Bus
If you’re looking for the best burger in town, head to the big yellow school bus. Bernie’s makes every burger from scratch using top-quality Black Angus beef. The school-themed menu features specialties like the “Homeroom,” which is a cheddar cheeseburger topped with crispy bacon, chipotle aioli, and a fried egg, and the “Kindergartners,” featuring two mini blue-cheese burgers.
Have a hankering for something other than beef? Try the ‘”Hall Pass” — a chicken burger made with bacon, goat cheese, guacamole, and sun-dried tomato. You can even substitute vegetarian falafel for the meat on any of Bernie’s menu items. Top off your meal with a side of hand-cut fries and wash it down with a frosty milkshake.
Tacos Tierra Caliente
Ask locals what their favorite food truck is, and there’s a good chance they’ll say Tacos Tierra Caliente. If you’re looking for a traditional taco served on a corn tortilla, made with homemade salsa and a variety of marinated meats including lengua, pastor, barbacoa, and chicharrón, it doesn’t get much better than this. There’s even a vegetarian taco filled with about two whole avocados.
The tacos are a bit on the small side, but at just a buck or two each you can afford to buy a few. Other menu items include quesadillas and fajitas. Caliente only takes cash, so be sure to hit up a bank machine in advance.
The Waffle Bus
Specializing in both sweet and savory waffles, The Waffle Bus menu includes just about every kind of waffle delicacy you can imagine. From traditional buttermilk fried chicken and waffles to waffle burgers and sweet waffle sandwiches filled with bananas and Nutella, who knew there were so many different ways to eat waffles? For something different, try the “Cheeseburger Fryder,” a cheeseburger slider with a waffle fry bun.
There’s no better way to get a sense of Houston’s diverse cultures than through its dynamic food scene. To sample some of the best dishes in the city, check out these three best food trucks in Houston.
Image “Muru Food Truck in Action” by villoks, used under CC BY 2.0
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