Food trucks in Denver have reshaped the scene. They give ambitious restaurateurs a platform to showcase their cultural traditions without the overhead costs of traditional restaurants. These mobile kitchens serve Detroit-style pizza and Scandinavian sandwiches across neighborhoods. They keep flexible schedules and need fewer staff. Denver food trucks represent a thriving community of chefs bringing global flavors to the streets. This piece emphasizes the best food trucks in Denver for 2026 and features 17 top food trucks in Denver that locals can’t stop raving about.
Areyto Puerto Rican Food
Areyto launched in May 2016 as Denver’s first Puerto Rican food truck. Owners Melissa Ortiz and Deborah Carballo brought family recipes passed down from grandparents to the streets. They partnered with local breweries throughout the Denver Metro area to serve authentic island cuisine with craft beer.
Signature Dishes
The mofongo relleno stands as the truck’s most celebrated offering. This dish features mashed plantains seasoned with spices, molded and stuffed with choice of shredded chicken for $15.00, fried pork at $16.00, or shredded steak at $16.50. Jibaritos are plantain sandwiches topped with lettuce, tomato, cheese and mayo. They range from $12.99 for vegetarian to $14.50 for shredded steak. The menu has empanadillas (turnovers) priced from $4.00 for pizza to $4.50 for steak and bolas de queso (Gouda cheese balls) at $9.99 per dozen. Rice bowls served over arroz con gandules with tostones start at $12.50 for vegetarian options and go up to $14.99 for shredded steak.
Location and Hours
Areyto operates Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Friday from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The truck remains closed Monday and Tuesday, with Sunday hours ending at 7:00 PM.
Why Areyto Stands Out
Guy Fieri featured Areyto on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in February 2020, just before the pandemic. The exposure created two to three-hour wait times as customers sought the authentic Puerto Rican flavors. Neither owner had professional cooking experience when they started. They relied instead on family traditions and a desire to escape corporate careers.
Luchador Mexican Food Truck
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Chef Zuri Resendiz, a Chopped champion who trained under Elise Wiggins at Panzano and Cattivella, launched the Luchador Food Truck by Chef Z in 2022 after a stint heading a high-end steakhouse kitchen. He wanted to focus on Latin American cuisine and struck out on his own, opening a brick-and-mortar location in Whittier in August 2024. The restaurant earned Best New-School Mexican Joint honors in 2025.
Signature Dishes
The pulpo al pastor features chile-marinated octopus with avocado habanero salsa pineapple for $9.00, surpassing its pork predecessor. Rib eye tacos include grilled cactus, certified Angus beef and guacamole with roasted tomatillo morita salsa at $9.00. Quesabirria tacos come with melted cheese and beef birria, served with consommé, onions and cilantro for $17.00.
The Peruvian-inspired section honors Resendiz’s wife’s heritage. Shrimp causa layers ajà amarillo-infused chilled potato puree with avocado and morita aioli, topped with shrimp ceviche for $18.00. Lomo saltado combines filet mignon stir-fried with tomato, onion and potatoes. Hamachi tiradito features habanero sweet potato puree with salsa chalaquita and ajà amarillo tiger’s milk at $19.50. Churros arrive caramel-filled with mascarpone 3 leches mousse and seasonal fruit for $11.00.
Location and Hours
The restaurant sits at 2030 E. 28th Ave., Denver, CO 80205 and operates Tuesday through Thursday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Friday 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and Saturday 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Closed Monday and Sunday. Taco Tuesday offers three tacos for $10.00 with happy hour drinks from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Happy hour runs Wednesday through Friday, 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Why Luchador Stands Out
Resendiz executes casual yet expertly crafted dishes that draw on Mexican street cuisine. The colorful luchador mural creates a vibrant atmosphere where diners wrestle with ordering multiple courses.
Motor City B’s Pizza
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Chef Brittney Wojtowicz operates a bright blue truck serving authentic Detroit-style pizza. Each square pie features a signature crispy cheese crust that rings the edges. Wojtowicz started Motor City B’s in May 2022 to bring her family together following the death of her cousin. Each variety honors her Michigan roots and dedicates the pizza to a special person in her life.
Signature Dishes
The six- by six-inch, single-serving square pies feature classic, no-frills topping combinations. Wojtowicz’s signature offering has tangy tomato sauce, Italian sausage, bell peppers and mushrooms. The Little 8 Mile cheese pizza serves as a tribute to her nieces. The Broken Oak tops the list as the standout slice. It honors Wojtowicz’s late cousin with pepperoni, banana peppers and feta cheese. The pillowy Detroit-style pizza distinguishes itself through the Midwestern preparation method that creates the crispy cheese edges.
Location and Hours
Motor City B’s operates throughout the Denver Metro area, mostly in Centennial, Colorado. The truck maintains flexible availability. Call (480) 694-1276 to get current location details. Social media updates provide immediate information about parking spots and event appearances.
Why Motor City B’s Stands Out
Wojtowicz built the business around family connections rather than culinary credentials alone. The truck emerged from personal loss and turned grief into a celebration of heritage through food. Each menu item carries meaning beyond the ingredients and connects customers to the stories behind the recipes. The authentic Detroit-style preparation sets Motor City B’s apart from standard pizza options in Denver food trucks. It delivers the rectangular pies with caramelized edges that define the Motor City tradition.
Gray Duck Eats
Jared Mikkelsen brings his Danish and Norwegian heritage to Boulder County through Gray Duck Eats, a food truck specializing in smørrebrød, the traditional Scandinavian open-faced sandwiches that translate to “bread and butter”. Colorado lacked Nordic cuisine, so Mikkelsen launched the truck to showcase flavors from his childhood. The concept came naturally since most people didn’t grow up eating open-faced sandwiches.
Signature Dishes
The smørrebrød menu features bread from Moxie Bread Co. topped with fresh ingredients. Popular varieties include classic smoked salmon, hot ham and Swiss, and vegetarian options such as beets and spuds. The spuds resemble a deconstructed potato salad on bread. Mikkelsen prepares them by confiting potatoes in butter, cooling them, and then slicing them onto the sandwich. He serves it cold, matching the style found at smørrebrød places in Denmark.
Mikkelsen’s favorite creation, the meatball tacos, puts a playful spin on Swedish meatballs. These feature meatballs served on lefse, a Norwegian potato flatbread that functions as the tortilla. Cream, lingonberry jam and pickles accompany them. The lefse comes from a small company in northern Minnesota. The menu also includes Danish hot dogs and bison bratwurst. Gluten-free and vegan options accommodate different dietary needs. The truck earned a 4.4 out of 5 rating from 11 reviews.
Location and Hours
Gray Duck Eats rotates between several Boulder County breweries, including Rayback Collective and Wild Provisions in Boulder, 4 Noses Brewing Company in Broomfield, Odd13 Brewing in Lafayette, and Lafayette’s Liquid Mechanics.
Why Gray Duck Eats Stands Out
Mikkelsen sources ingredients locally whenever possible. He combines heritage techniques with fresh products to create healthy, hearty food. The truck serves as a platform to introduce guests to Scandinavian culture, which remains underrepresented in Colorado.
Mukja
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Julia Rivera and her daughter Kayla Makowski founded Mukja in September 2019 after Rivera left a 12-year accounting career. Korean for “let’s eat,” the family-run truck blends Korean classics with playful fusion creations. The menu showcases both traditional dishes and inventive mashups that reflect the family’s multicultural influences.
Signature Dishes
Bibimbap serves as the most popular dish, priced at $12.00 with choice of rice or sweet potato noodles, topped with lettuce, carrots, mushrooms, truck-made kimchi slaw, edamame, fried egg, gochujang sauce, and sesame seeds. The truck earned recognition for Korean cheese dogs and offers varieties like the Korean Street Cheese Dog at $4.00. This features mozzarella battered and fried, then rolled in sugar and topped with honey mustard and spicy ketchup. The Elote cheese dog and jalapeño popper version provide additional options.
Wonton Nachos emerged as the first fusion dish at $12.00. Rivera’s Hispanic husband inspired this creation that layers crispy wonton skins with cheese sauce, choice of protein, lettuce and scallion salad, spicy aioli, queso fresco, and sesame seeds. Kimchi Fries combine French fries with cheese sauce, protein choice, truck-made kimchi slaw, spicy aioli, scallions, and sesame seeds for $12.00. The Scallion Pancake Wrap features protein, egg, and basil wrapped in scallion pancake and served with truck sauce at $12.00.
Location and Hours
The truck posts its weekly schedule every Monday on Facebook and Instagram.
Why Mukja Stands Out
Mukja won first place on Food Network’s Food Truck Prize Fight in 2023, hosted by Chef Jet Tila. The win brought a $10,000 cash prize and an exclusive chance to be the sole vendor at a Red Rocks Amphitheater event. The truck secured its first Denver storefront location, with opening details still being finalized.
Toby’s Po’Boys
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Damon and Maria operate Toby’s New Orleans Po’Boys from a decommissioned trolley. They bring corner store po’boys from New Orleans to Denver. Maria holds a culinary background and partnered with her husband Damon to start the family business after she left her late-night restaurant job. The couple found they shared a food heritage when Damon introduced Maria to New Orleans cuisine. He noted that Dominican chimichurri sandwiches were like traditional po’boys.
Signature Dishes
Classic po’boys feature fried shrimp, hot links and fried catfish. Daily specials include fried alligator and mushroom varieties. The Devastator piles all regular meats onto one sandwich and creates a meal substantial enough for most appetites. Each po’boy costs between $11.00 and $14.00. The truck sources fresh-baked French bread from a local bakery each day. This delivers the soft texture found in New Orleans. Seasonings include “Slap Ya Mama” and maintain authentic Cajun flavor profiles.
Sides rotate and feature red beans and rice, gumbo and jambalaya. Sno-balls serve as the signature dessert. They differ from standard snow cones because the ice is ground fine as powder. Every bite delivers full flavor. Syrup options range from bubble gum and coconut to chocolate and pistachio. Beignets round out the dessert menu, while traditional crawfish boils occur during crawfish season.
Location and Hours
The truck appears at farmers markets, including Green Valley Ranch. It partners with local breweries throughout the Denver Metro area.
Why Toby’s Po’Boys Stands Out
The sandwich originated during a New Orleans strike when a convent fed workers and called them “poor boys.” Damon and Maria honor this spirit. They maintain affordable pricing and feed hungry customers whatever their circumstances. The truck’s freedom appeals to the owners and makes it one of their least stressful ventures.
Ninja Ramen
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Growing up in Saijo, Ehime Prefecture, Japan, the owner of Ninja Ramen Mobile helped his mother cook daily before bringing authentic Japanese flavors to Colorado. The truck specializes in traditional ramen made with fresh broth and noodles with perfect texture, prepared using alkaline water to improve flavor and quality.
Signature Dishes
Tonkotsu ramen features pork flavor broth topped with boiled egg, roast pork, green onion, and corn. Miso ramen uses soybean paste flavor broth with similar toppings, while shoyu ramen offers soy bean flavor broth. Spicy tonkotsu adds spicy paste to the pork broth base. Veggie ramen serves tofu and vegetables over noodle in vegetable soup.
The Power Bowl combines teriyaki chicken, spicy pork and pickled veggies over pork fried rice topped with Japanese mayo. Teriyaki chicken bowl features honey-cooked chicken over steamed rice with pickled vegetables, green onion, and sriracha. BBQ bowl has short rib marinated overnight in Japanese BBQ sauce. Pork and vegetable dumplings get hand-made treatment. Vegetables are hand-cut without food processors and pork is hand-ground before filling each dumpling individually.
Location and Hours
Ninja Ramen operates from Novel Strand Brewing Company at 305 W 1st Avenue, Denver, Colorado 80223. Wednesday hours run 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Why Ninja Ramen Stands Out
The truck delivers scratch-made noodles with perfect consistency. Hand-crafted dumplings showcase dedication to traditional preparation methods, distinguishing Ninja Ramen among Denver food trucks.
Schnitzelwirt
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Mario Milkovics trained as a cook waiter apprentice at the exclusive Hotel Sacher in Vienna before immigrating from Austria and launching Schnitzelwirt in Denver. The food truck became a full-time operation in July 2020 after starting as a side business. Milkovics prepares traditional German dishes with Austrian style. He cooks meals the way his grandmother made them during his childhood.
Signature Dishes
Jägerschnitzel serves as the signature dish. It has breaded pork cutlet topped with mushroom sauce and comes with choice of sauerkraut or red cabbage and pan-fried potatoes for $13.00. Wienerschnitzel offers a simpler breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet served with pan-fried potatoes at $11.00. The menu also has bratwurst and currywurst, both priced at $11.00 with choice of cabbage and potatoes. Käsespätzle, a cross between egg noodles and dumplings mixed with onions and two types of melted cheese, costs $11.00. Desserts feature Apfelstrudel filled with apples, raisins, cinnamon, and sugar at $5.00. Palatschinken crepes come stuffed with apricot marmalade and powdered sugar for $5.00.
Location and Hours
Schnitzelwirt operates from 6575 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Greenwood Village, CO 80111.
Why Schnitzelwirt Stands Out
Customers praise the tender chicken with crisp breading and generous portions. Milkovics maintains high quality standards and removes menu items when optimal ingredients become unavailable temporarily.
Pikine Grill Express
Founded in 2015, Chef David Diop’s Pikine Grill became the first food truck in the United States representing Senegalese cuisine. The operation evolved into Pikine Grill Express in 2023 and rebranded as Jollof Jollof while it retained its commitment to authentic West African flavors. In January, Diop relocated to a permanent spot near the Denver-Aurora border and used the move as a chance to expand his menu.
Signature Dishes
The Golden Jollof Chicken Wings Combo ranks as the most popular item. It features six crispy fried sweet and spicy habanero wings served with fries and mixed green salad for $20.00. Dibi Combo showcases Chef David’s signature fire-grilled lamb pieces with grilled onions and comes with fries and plantains at $25.00. The Yassa Burger Combo was featured on Food Network. It combines a fire-grilled 100% beef sirloin burger with famous marinated onion sauce for $16.00. Shawarma wraps offer authentic lamb or chicken with caramelized onions and Chef D’s special sauce at $18.00. Sides include jollof rice at $10.00 and fried plantains for $7.00. Bissap is Chef David’s signature chilled sweetened hibiscus tea and costs $6.00.
Location and Hours
Pikine Grill Express operates from 1950 South Parker Road, Denver, CO 80231. Hours run Wednesday through Sunday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM MST.
Why Pikine Grill Express Stands Out
Diop developed meatless versions of mafe and fataya to cater to growing numbers of African and African American Coloradans cutting meat from their diets. The truck produces its own SAVAGE Habanero West African Hot Sauce that is available for online order.
Urban Burma
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Burmese cuisine blends flavors from the Indian subcontinent with Eastern cooking styles and creates dishes that resemble a cross between Thai and Indian food. Siri Tan opened Colorado’s first Burmese restaurant in 2019 with his brother Martin. The restaurant operates as a food stall that resembles an indoor food truck within an international food hall.
Signature Dishes
The tea leaf salad earns praise for its crunchy, salty profile at $12.00. Golden triangle tofu costs $10.00, while Shan noodles round out the popular offerings. Customers give high marks to chicken curry served with rice. The menu spans from noodles to curries. Samosas appear as a favorite starter. Almost any dish accommodates vegan or vegetarian requests.
Location and Hours
Urban Burma operates from an international food hall in Aurora. Other immigrant and refugee-owned eateries surround it. The food stall functions like an indoor food truck and gives guests opportunities to explore multiple cuisines in one location.
Why Urban Burma Stands Out
Brothers Siri and Martin Tan share flavors from their home country with Denver neighbors through prepared dishes. Most menu items can be customized for plant-based diets, which expands accessibility. Ginger tea complements the food offerings and earns specific mentions in customer reviews.
Tacos Tepa
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Pedro De La Cruz thought the Marshall fire had destroyed everything when wildfire smoke cleared over Boulder County late December 2021. The native of San Luis del Cordero, Mexico, found his truck, van, and two-month-old food trailer survived. He decided to continue the fledgling business. He captured first prize at the Boulder Taco Fest for his al pastor and barbacoa tacos that August.
Signature Dishes
Tacos range from Asada, Barbacoa, Carnitas, and Pastor to Tripa, Buche, and Lengua. All are served on homemade tortillas. Jalisco-style carne asada, carnitas, and tripas anchor the menu. The preparation blends two Mexican regions: she’s from Jalisco, known for fresh seafood tacos, and he’s from Durango, where meat portions arrive generously.
Location and Hours
Customers find the truck Monday through Friday at 90 McCaslin Boulevard in Superior for breakfast and lunch, and at 1285 South Public Road in Lafayette. Hours run Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The truck remains closed Sunday.
Why Tacos Tepa Stands Out
Customers line up for tortillas stacked with authentic Mexican flavors. Reviews declare these the best tacos in Boulder and Broomfield counties.
Taste Bud Bullies
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Jarmal “Chef Redd” Smith combines Southern comfort with Midwestern flair at Taste Bud Bullies, a truck inspired by his Louisiana family roots and Chicago upbringing. After training at Le Cordon Bleu and working fine dining restaurants worldwide, Smith returned to the soul food his grandmother taught him in her Chicago kitchen and launched the truck in late 2021.
Signature Dishes
The Swamp Fries reign as the signature creation at $20.00. Crispy potatoes come loaded with cheese, crab, crawfish, shrimp and garlic dill aioli. Smith recommends adding his secret hot sauce “Tang” for extra kick. Footlong shrimp po’boys cost $18.00, dressed with lettuce, tomato and garlic aioli. The catfish basket serves two hand-battered pieces with fries and Texas toast for $15.00. Mama Wings deliver a half-pound tossed in choice of sauce with fries at $16.00. Red beans and rice or gumbo provide authentic Cajun sides that feature crawfish and peppers in deep brown roux.
Location and Hours
Taste Bud Bullies parks at the Dirty Duck Bar, 4780 East Evans Avenue. The truck operates Tuesday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM and appears at Lady Justice Brewing on weekends.
Why Taste Bud Bullies Stands Out
Smith prepares everything scratch-made and keeps pricing affordable for quality convenience. His French culinary training applied to family recipes creates elevated yet available Cajun cuisine.
The Magic Food Bus
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Gary and Ashley Southard brought 35 years of restaurant industry experience as trained chefs when they started The Magic Food Bus in June 2020. The concept takes its name from the nostalgic children’s show featuring Ms. Frizzle’s adventures and embodies a fun, magical experience of culinary delights without being confined to a specific cuisine genre.
Signature Dishes
The MFBUS Smash Burger has local beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, American cheese, and bus sauce on Parmesan toasted brioche for $13.00. MFBUS Hot Chicken Sandwich has brined, breaded, and fried chicken breast with signature hot sauce, Duke’s mayo, and pickle on toasted brioche at $14.00. Beyond core menu items, the truck offers vegetarian chili cheese tots and Parmesan truffle Brussels sprouts. Weekly rotating specials have options like gyros and firecracker dogs.
Location and Hours
The mobile schedule changes constantly. Check mfbusco.com or Instagram @the_magic_food_bus for current hours and locations. The truck appears at breweries, wineries, and various events like goat shows, horse shows, and roller derby tournaments throughout the Denver Metro area.
Why The Magic Food Bus Stands Out
Southard sources locally and organic whenever possible and prepares everything from scratch. The truck takes winter breaks between seasonal operations.
RxR’s Texas Tacos & BBQ
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Texas natives Rick Sharman and Ryan Ross met in college before Ross moved to Colorado twenty years ago and convinced Sharman to join him. They launched their food truck in October 2022. The duo swept the 2022 Top Taco competition and claimed Judges Choice, People’s Choice and the 505 Salsa competition awards.
Signature Dishes
The barbacoa taco earned first place at Top Taco 2022. It has 100% beef cheek with pico de gallo for $8.00. El Camino stacks a quarter-pound of sliced smoked brisket with scrambled eggs and cheese for $12.00. Migas tacos combine eggs, onion, tomato, jalapeño, cheese and chopped corn tortilla chips. Breakfast tacos run $6.50 each. Options are bacon, maple sausage, chorizo or ham with egg and cheese. The smoked brisket sandwich combo has 6 ounces of USDA Prime Brisket smoked with oak wood and comes with chips and a drink for $20.00.
Location and Hours
The truck operates Wednesday through Sunday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, weather dependent. You can find it at 1468 S Cherokee St, Denver, CO 80223.
Why RxR’s Texas Tacos & BBQ Stands Out
Sharman and Ross prepare house-made chorizo, maple breakfast sausage and jalapeño cheddar smoked sausage in-house[581]. Award-winning scratch-made salsas complement every taco.
Mama Kabob
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Mama Kabob operates as a Denver-based food truck delivering authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors throughout Colorado. The mobile kitchen serves kabobs, gyros, falafel and shawarma at local breweries, providing available options for diners seeking traditional preparations.
Signature Dishes
Large plates feature choice of gyro, shawarma, falafel or kabob served with rice, salad, hummus and pita for $16.25. Small plates offer protein with rice and salad at $14.25. Wraps cost $13.50 and include options like falafel made with fresh herbs, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onion, cucumbers and garlic sauce, chicken shawarma wrapped in lavash bread, or gyro served on pita. The falafel, a Mediterranean classic with fried chickpea patties on pita and Shirazi salad, runs $13.50. Dolmas (stuffed grape leaves) appear as sides at $4.50.
Location and Hours
The truck stations at 1736 Regal Ct, Louisville, CO 80027. Mama Kabob rotates between brewery locations including Rails End Brewery in Broomfield.
Why Mama Kabob Stands Out
Customers note generous portions that provide strong value. The truck offers catering services for events and arrives early to cook fresh food throughout gatherings. Vegan options accommodate plant-based diets, with many dishes modified using falafel.
Roll It Up Sushi
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Co-founders Mathew Yamali and David Jagodzinski met while working at a high-end restaurant. They launched Roll It Up Sushi Truck in 2015 and wanted to create their own schedule and escape the 24/7 hospitality grind. Yamali started at age 22, and Roll It Up became the only sushi truck in Denver, possibly Colorado.
Signature Dishes
The Coney Island Roll features hand-breaded shrimp, sautéed asparagus, applewood bacon, and Dojo mayo with cream cheese. It’s topped with fried onion crunches, unagi eel sauce, wild harvest sesame seeds, and fresh young onions. Yamali’s personal favorite combines bacon, shrimp, cream cheese, and asparagus. The Voodoo Child pairs Pacific Ahi tuna with Kasaie Chili marinade and sliced cucumber. Fresh guacamole and julienne jalapeño complete the roll. The Sandy Colfax honors Denver with honey smoked salmon, julienne Granny Smith apple, and cream cheese. Toasted almonds and citrus-honey glaze top it off. The Pokemon Bowl layers Ahi tuna, cucumber, and guacamole with kasha chili marinade over sticky rice. Teriyaki and wild sesame finish the bowl.
Location and Hours
Roll It Up operates Sunday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Sunday closing time is 9:00 PM.
Why Roll It Up Sushi Stands Out
Roll It Up serves street sushi and offers sushi rolling classes for office parties and birthday celebrations. The truck serves as a Food Truck Row member.
Assos Grill
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Named after the ancient Greek city of Assos in modern-day Turkey, this Mediterranean food truck brings multicultural flavors to Colorado under Chef Sarper Gurpinar’s direction. The cuisine draws inspiration from Turkish and Italian traditions balanced against American influences.
Signature Dishes
The Lamb & Beef Doner (Gyro) features lamb and beef gyro served on freshly baked pita bread with onions, tomatoes, arugula, and garlic dill yogurt sauce for $15.00. Grilled chicken with garlic aioli sauce replaces the yogurt in the Chicken Doner (Gyro), also priced at $15.00. Grilled Cheese Panini combines mozzarella, tomatoes, and garlic basil sauce for $15.00. Chef Gurpinar prepares all flatbreads from scratch using all-natural ingredients.
Location and Hours
Assos Grill operates from 140 South Wilcox St, Castle Rock, CO 80104. The truck also serves the Denver Metro area.
Why Assos Grill Stands Out
All meat served meets Halal standards. Chef Gurpinar creates every dish from scratch, including the flatbreads baked fresh. The truck focuses on healthy, fresh food options and prioritizes locally sourced ingredients. The Mediterranean approach accommodates different dietary needs through varied menu options.
Comparison Table
| Food Truck | Cuisine Type | Signature Dish(es) | Price Range | Location/Area | Special Recognition | Unique Feature |
| Areyto Puerto Rican Food | Puerto Rican | Mofongo relleno, Jibaritos | $4.00-$16.50 | Denver Metro area, works with local breweries | Featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives (Feb 2020) | Denver’s first Puerto Rican food truck (launched May 2016) |
| Luchador Mexican Food Truck | Mexican/Peruvian Fusion | Pulpo al pastor, Rib eye tacos, Quesabirria tacos | $9.00-$19.50 | 2030 E. 28th Ave., Denver (brick-and-mortar) | Best New-School Mexican Joint 2025; Chef is Chopped champion | Chef trained under Elise Wiggins; Peruvian-inspired menu honors wife’s heritage |
| Motor City B’s Pizza | Detroit-style Pizza | Broken Oak (pepperoni, banana peppers, feta) | – | Centennial, Colorado (Denver Metro) | – | Each pizza dedicated to special person in owner’s life; started May 2022 after family loss |
| Gray Duck Eats | Scandinavian | Smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches), Meatball tacos on lefse | – | Boulder County breweries (Rayback Collective, Wild Provisions, 4 Noses, Odd13) | 4.4 out of 5 rating from 11 reviews | First Nordic cuisine food truck in Colorado; uses locally made Moxie Bread Co. bread |
| Mukja | Korean/Korean Fusion | Bibimbap, Korean cheese dogs, Wonton Nachos | $4.00-$12.00 | Posts weekly schedule on social media | Won Food Network’s Food Truck Prize Fight 2023 ($10,000 prize) | Family-run; secured first Denver storefront location |
| Toby’s Po’Boys | New Orleans/Cajun | Po’boys (shrimp, catfish, hot links), Sno-balls | $11.00-$14.00 | Farmers markets, local breweries (Denver Metro) | – | Runs from decommissioned trolley; fresh-baked French bread daily |
| Ninja Ramen | Japanese | Tonkotsu ramen, Hand-made pork and vegetable dumplings | – | Novel Strand Brewing Company, 305 W 1st Ave, Denver | – | Owner from Saijo, Japan; scratch-made noodles with alkaline water; hand-crafted dumplings |
| Schnitzelwirt | Austrian/German | Jägerschnitzel, Wienerschnitzel, Käsespätzle | $5.00-$13.00 | 6575 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Greenwood Village | – | Chef trained at exclusive Hotel Sacher in Vienna; full-time since July 2020 |
| Pikine Grill Express | Senegalese/West African | Golden Jollof Chicken Wings, Dibi Combo (grilled lamb), Yassa Burger | $6.00-$25.00 | 1950 South Parker Road, Denver | Featured on Food Network; Yassa Burger highlighted | First Senegalese food truck in the United States (founded 2015) |
| Urban Burma | Burmese | Tea leaf salad, Golden triangle tofu, Shan noodles | $10.00-$12.00 | International food hall in Aurora | – | Colorado’s first Burmese restaurant (2019); runs as indoor food stall; most dishes can be vegan/vegetarian |
| Tacos Tepa | Mexican (Jalisco/Durango) | Al pastor, Barbacoa, Carnitas on homemade tortillas | – | 90 McCaslin Blvd, Superior & 1285 S Public Rd, Lafayette | First prize at Boulder Taco Fest (Aug) for al pastor and barbacoa | Survived Marshall fire (Dec 2021); blends Jalisco and Durango regional styles |
| Taste Bud Bullies | Cajun/Southern | Swamp Fries, Footlong shrimp po’boys, Catfish basket | $15.00-$20.00 | Dirty Duck Bar, 4780 E Evans Ave (Tue-Fri); occasionally Lady Justice Brewing | – | Chef trained at Le Cordon Bleu; combines Louisiana roots with Chicago upbringing; launched late 2021 |
| The Magic Food Bus | American/Eclectic | MFBUS Smash Burger, MFBUS Hot Chicken Sandwich | $13.00-$14.00 | Mobile schedule (breweries, wineries, events across Denver Metro) | – | Owners have 35 years combined restaurant experience; started June 2020; sources locally and organic |
| RxR’s Texas Tacos & BBQ | Texas BBQ/Tacos | Barbacoa taco, El Camino, Smoked brisket sandwich | $6.50-$20.00 | 1468 S Cherokee St, Denver | Swept 2022 Top Taco competition (Judges Choice, People’s Choice, 505 Salsa) | House-made chorizo, maple sausage, jalapeño cheddar sausage; launched Oct 2022 |
| Mama Kabob | Mediterranean/Middle Eastern | Kabobs, Gyros, Falafel, Shawarma | $4.50-$16.25 | 1736 Regal Ct, Louisville; rotates between breweries including Rails End | – | Generous portions; provides catering services; vegan options available |
| Roll It Up Sushi | Japanese Sushi | Coney Island Roll, Voodoo Child, Sandy Colfax | – | Operates Sunday-Saturday, 11 AM-10 PM (9 PM Sunday) | – | Only sushi truck in Denver/Colorado when launched (2015); provides sushi rolling classes; Food Truck Row member |
| Assos Grill | Mediterranean (Turkish/Italian/French) | Lamb & Beef Doner (Gyro), Chicken Doner, Grilled Cheese Panini | $15.00 | 140 S Wilcox St, Castle Rock; also Denver Metro | – | Named after ancient Greek city; all Halal meat; scratch-made flatbreads; Chef Sarper Gurpinar |
Enjoy Food Trucks in Denver
Denver’s food truck community brings the world to your neighborhood, from award-winning Senegalese cuisine at Pikine Grill Express to family recipes served at Areyto Puerto Rican Food. These 17 trucks represent more than convenient meals. They showcase cultural heritage and entrepreneurial spirit at available prices.
Some trucks rotate locations from time to time, so checking social media before visiting will help you catch them. Others maintain permanent spots at breweries or specific addresses. The diversity ranges from Detroit-style pizza to Burmese tea leaf salad and gives Denver diners countless opportunities to explore global cuisines without leaving Colorado.
Your taste buds will thank you for the adventure.
FAQs
Q1. What makes Denver food trucks different from traditional restaurants? Food trucks in Denver offer ambitious restaurateurs a way to showcase their cultural traditions and culinary skills without the high overhead costs of brick-and-mortar restaurants. They maintain flexible schedules, require lower staffing, and can serve diverse neighborhoods while bringing global flavors directly to the streets. This model allows chefs to focus on quality and authenticity while keeping prices accessible.
Q2. Which Denver food truck was the first to represent its cuisine type in the United States? Pikine Grill Express, founded by Chef David Diop in 2015, became the first food truck in the United States to represent Senegalese cuisine. The truck has since evolved into Jollof Jollof and relocated to a permanent spot near the Denver-Aurora border, where it continues to serve authentic West African flavors including their popular Golden Jollof Chicken Wings and fire-grilled lamb Dibi.
Q3. Are there food trucks in Denver that accommodate special dietary needs? Yes, many Denver food trucks offer options for various dietary preferences. Urban Burma can customize most dishes for vegan or vegetarian diets, Mama Kabob provides vegan options using falafel, and Gray Duck Eats offers both gluten-free and vegan choices. Assos Grill serves all Halal meat and focuses on healthy, fresh ingredients. It’s best to check with individual trucks about specific dietary requirements.
Q4. How can I find out where Denver food trucks are located on any given day? Most Denver food trucks post their weekly schedules on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Some trucks, like Mukja, update their schedule every Monday. Others maintain regular spots at specific breweries or locations. Checking the truck’s website or social media accounts before visiting is the most reliable way to confirm their current location and operating hours.
Q5. Which Denver food truck has won recognition on national television? Several Denver food trucks have gained national recognition. Areyto Puerto Rican Food was featured on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” in February 2020. Mukja won first place on Food Network’s “Food Truck Prize Fight” in 2023, earning a $10,000 cash prize. Pikine Grill Express had their Yassa Burger featured on Food Network as well. These appearances have helped establish Denver’s food truck scene as a destination for exceptional mobile cuisine.
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