{"id":8083,"date":"2021-07-15T15:12:47","date_gmt":"2021-07-15T20:12:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/?p=8083"},"modified":"2024-10-29T11:59:58","modified_gmt":"2024-10-29T16:59:58","slug":"memphis-food-trucks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/play\/food-drink\/memphis-food-trucks\/","title":{"rendered":"Four of Our Favorite Memphis Food Trucks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>By: Ezra Wheeler<\/p>\n<p>From Thai to Mexican, and even unique specialties like smoked tuna, the streets of Memphis are lined with food trucks that are cooking up a storm and winning over hearts (and stomachs). As one of America\u2019s culinary capitals, it should come as no surprise that Memphis is blessed with a seemingly endless array of delicious options. After much hand-wringing and debate, here are four of our favorite local food trucks in Memphis that you should check out ASAP.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/soinumber9.com\/\"><strong>Soi Number 9<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Craving the complex and tantalizing flavors of Thai cuisine? Soi Number 9 has got your back (and your taste buds). This food truck takes you on a journey through Thailand&#8217;s street food scene, serving up dishes that burst with authentic flavors. From the iconic Pad Thai to the aromatic Massaman Curry, every bite is a passport to the bustling streets of Bangkok. Don&#8217;t miss their zesty Som Tum (green papaya salad) that&#8217;ll give your taste buds a wake-up call.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/chileverdetacotruck\/\"><strong>Chile Verde Food Truck<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>If you thought Memphis was all about barbecue, think again. Chile Verde Food Truck brings the flavors of Mexico to the streets, and they&#8217;re not holding back. From sizzling street tacos to loaded nachos topped with a rainbow of ingredients, this truck is a fiesta on wheels. The fusion of Mexican spices and Memphis flair creates a culinary experience that&#8217;ll have your taste buds doing the salsa.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clayssmokedtuna.com\/\"><strong>Clay&#8217;s Smoked Tuna<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>For those who appreciate the finer things in life \u2013 like perfectly smoked seafood \u2013 Clay&#8217;s Smoked Tuna is a revelation. This food truck is a hidden gem that serves up smoked tuna like you&#8217;ve never tasted before. From melt-in-your-mouth smoked tuna sandwiches to refreshing tuna salads, Clay&#8217;s combines the heartiness of Southern comfort with the delicate flavors of the sea. It&#8217;s a true catch for seafood enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saycheese901.com\/\"><strong>Say Cheese<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Who doesn&#8217;t have a soft spot for a classic grilled cheese sandwich? Say Cheese takes this comfort food staple and turns it into a gourmet masterpiece. With an array of cheeses, breads, and creative toppings, this food truck is redefining what a grilled cheese can be. Whether you&#8217;re a fan of the classic cheddar and tomato combo or feeling adventurous with brie and fig jam, Say Cheese will melt your heart \u2013 one gooey bite at a time.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/play\/best-bbq-in-memphis\/\">Uncover the hidden gems of Memphis BBQ restaurants<\/a><\/p>\n<p>You might also be interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/play\/food-drink\/soul-food-feast-in-the-east-5-places-to-get-soul-food-from-in-east-memphis\/\">Soul Food Feast in the East<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Just a few years ago, food trucks were derided by some as a passing fad, a trend that would soon go the way of the once-trendy cereal cafe. Thankfully, those takes now look colder than, well, cereal. 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After much hand-wringing and debate, here are five of our favorite local food trucks that you should check out ASAP.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":21394,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[54],"tags":[5100,119,5501,5489],"class_list":["post-8083","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-food-drink","tag-food-drink","tag-memphis-food","tag-memphis-food-trucks","tag-memphis-restaurants"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.4 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Memphis Food Trucks: Locations &amp; Schedules<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"rack the best Memphis food trucks for unique and delicious eats. 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