3 Best Food Trucks in Chicago, IL

Expert-recommended Top 3 Food Trucks in Chicago, Illinois. All of our food trucks actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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THE FAT SHALLOT

2468 North Clark Street,
Chicago, IL 60614 Directions

Since 2012

Specialty:

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich Turkey Sandwich Grilled Cheese Sandwich House Fries Truffle BLT Sandwich Spicy Sesame Fries Chicken Pesto Sandwich Reuben Sandwich Tomato Mozzarella Sandwich Truffle Fries Soup Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie

"The Fat Shallot makes tasty sandwiches, fries, soups, and extras at good prices. Their goal is to satisfy Chicago’s love for classic sandwiches. Sam Barron and Sarah Weitz love food and eating. Years after going to the same high school, they reconnected by talking about butter and their love for great food. Their love for food took them around the world and back to Chicago, where they began hosting pop-up dinners, private events, and catering. Now, they’re bringing their food to the streets with the Fat Shallot food truck. The chef uses real ingredients and natural spices to create unique and delicious flavors. Everything is freshly made and brought right to your table. Their food has a homemade feel and big flavor. This husband-and-wife team is back home in Chicago, using their food experience to create something special. The Fat Shallot serves up fresh, made-to-order sandwiches and sides wherever it parks. Their popular choice is the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, made with crispy chicken in buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing, and a celery salad. They also offer food for private and work events.

2026 Update: The Fat Shallot is located in the Park Lincoln by Reside."

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Price:

Sandwiches:
Turkey Sandwich $10.75
Truffle Blt Sandwich $11.95
Grilled Cheese Sandwich $8.95
Chicken Pesto Sandwich $10.50
Reuben Sandwich $12.95
Tomato & Avocado Slider $4.25
Blt Slider $6.00
Alt Slider $5.00
Tomato Mozzarella Sandwich $9.50
Tomato Mozz Slider $4.50
Turkey Slider $5.50
Salads & Sides:
Bacon Dill Potato Salad $4.75
Truffle Fries $5.95
Spicy Sesame Fries $4.95
Slaw $3.00
House Fries $3.95
Jumbo Dill Pickle $2.00
Soup Of The Day $5.00
Fat Shallot Salad $13.00

Contact:

(773) 893-0826 (773) 661-6335

Tue-Sun: 11am - 9pm
Mon: Closed

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3+ YEARS IN TBR
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YUM DUM TRUCK

1924 West Division Street,
Chicago, IL 60622 Directions

Since 2014

Specialty:

Pork and Chinese Chives Steamed Dumplings Thai Chicken Basil Steamed Dumplings Classic Veggie Steamed Dumplings Pork Belly Baowich Crispy Shrimp Baowich Korean Chili Chicken Baowich Crispy Fish Baowich Tofu Baowich Kimcheesy Rice Balls Sesame Cucumber Noodles Sriracha Pecan Fudge Brownie

"Yum Dum Truck is led by Chef and owner Jeff Wang. The food truck is located in Modern Asian Kitchen (MAK). In just over a year, they appeared at major city events and were named one of Chicago's best food trucks. They are proud to share their culture through food, simply described as "Mom’s home cooking." Yum Dum Truck is great at catering and special events, working with each client to create a custom menu. They can cater with or without the food truck, giving you options that fit your needs. With tasty food and great service, Yum Dum Truck makes any event special.

2026 Update: Yum Dum Truck also serves vegetarian dishes. They host Dumpling Making Parties, providing tools, ingredients, sauces, a demonstration, and a chance for guests to make dumplings themselves."

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Price:

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Contact:

(847) 376-1925

Mon-Fri: 11am - 2pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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L' PATRON

3749 West Fullerton Avenue,
Chicago, IL 60647 Directions

Since 2012

Specialty:

Marinated Chicken Taco Grilled Chicken Breast Taco Milanesa De Pollo Taco Mexican Sausage Taco Beef Tongue Taco Ribeye and Onion Taco Vegetarian Poblano Rajas Taco Fish Filet Taco Deviled Shrimp Taco Shrimp Taco Crunch Tostada Tortilla Chips Pico De Gallo with Chips Arroz/Rice Frijoles/Bean Arroz Y Frijoles/Rice and Beans Cebollitas/Grilled Green Onion Quesadilla Elote Preparado/Corn in a Cup Jarritos

2026 Update: L' Patron was established by Familia Gonzalez and owned by Cesar Gonzalez. The food truck serves fresh, made-to-order tacos, tortas, and burritos with options that include carne asada, lomo, fish, shrimp, homemade chorizo, poblano rajas, al pastor, and more. All products are prepared in-house to ensure freshness. Their spicy roasted tomatillo sauce (salsa verde or roja) is very flavorful. L' Patron's guacamole is topped with dried cranberries and served with freshly fried tortilla chips. Vegetarian options are also available.

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Price:

Tacos:
L’ Patron $4.99
Carne Asada Steak $4.89
Al Pastor Marinated Pork $4.59
Pollo Adobado Marinated Chicken $4.59
Pechuga De Pollo Asada Grilled Chicken Breast $4.59
Milanesa De Pollo $4.89
Chorizo Mexican Sausage $4.59
Lengua Beef Tongue $6.39
Lomo Encebollado Ribeye & Onion $4.89
Vegetariano Vegetarian $4.59
Poblano Rajas $4.59
Pescado Fish Filet $4.89
Camaron A La Diabla Deviled Shrimp $4.89
Camaron Shrimp $4.89
Burritos:
Carne Asada Steak $11.99
Al Pastor Marinated Pork $11.99
Pollo Adobado Marinated Chicken $11.99
Pechuga De Pollo Asada Grilled Chicken Breast $11.99
Chorizo Mexican Sausage $11.99
Lengua Beef Tongue $15.99
Lomo Encebollado Ribeye & Onion $11.99
Vegetariano Vegetarian $11.99
Poblano Rajas $11.99
Tortas:
Carne Asada Steak $10.89
Al Pastor Marinated Pork $10.89
Pollo Adobado Marinated Chicken $10.89
Pechuga De Pollo Asada G

Contact:

(773) 252-6335 (773) 799-8066

Wed - Mon: 10am - 10pm
Tue: Closed

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