Food truck culture has really taken the country by storm. It’s no longer relegated to a few cities, it’s become an essential way to experience amazing food all across America. Whether you’re roadtripping across the states or hitting up one of these cities below, we wanted to provide a guide for our fellow food truck adventurers. In partnernship with Expedia, here are 9 Food Truck Dishes Across America to eat. And if you can’t make it to any these stops, most of these recipes can be found in our book, Food Truck Road Trip.

Fried Chicken Sandwich
Peaches’ in Los Angeles, CA

I’ve been obsessed with fried chicken sandwiches for as long as I can remember. It’s nice to see that there’s been a recent boom in this area with entries from David Chang and Shake Shack. But if you’re in my hometown of LA, you don’t need to head to the battlefront in New York, just visit Ryan of Peaches’. His is a Southern fried chicken sandwich; pure and simple with housemade pickles and aioli. The key though is his use of brined dark meat to make it extra juicy.

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Sam’s Famous Lobster Roll
Sam’s Chowder Mobile in San Francisco, CA

If you’re driving up the coast in California and stop at Half Moon Bay, you’re more than likely to end up at Sam’s Chowder House to enjoy their seafood and picturesque views. Their ChowderMobile takes it one step further and brings their famous lobster rolls to people all around San Francisco. Fresh knuckle and claw meat mixed with melted butter and a touch of celery. Classic!

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Yolko Ono
Fried Egg I’m in Love in Portland, OR

One of the many many things I loved about living in Portland was its abundance of and respect for breakfast food. If the name “Fried Egg I’m in Love” hasn’t already made you bike right over to Jace and Ryan’s food cart, then their Yolko Ono will. Hand-pressed sausage patty, with fresh pesto, parmesan, and of course a fried egg. I consider myself a breakfast sausage sandwich connoisseur, and when you’re licking runny yolk off your hand, you’ll thank me soon enough.

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Pad Thai Taco
The Peached Tortilla in Austin, TX

Asian fusion tacos have arguably been the impetus for the food truck revolution. We felt like we’ve tried every variation there is, so it’s nice to still be surprised. Owner Eric of The Peached Tortilla in Austin, TX slings a variety of taco combinations. One of our favorites is their Pad Thai Taco. The peanuty sauce with scrambled eggs is what really sets this taco apart.

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Arepas
La Cocinita in New Orleans, LA

One of my favorite parts of the food truck experience is how it allows chefs to bring some of their authentic foods to a new audience. Chef Benoit wanted to bring the memories of his Venezuelan upbringing to the city of New Orleans. The result is La Cocinta’s Arepas, fresh cornmeal patties split in the middle filled with your choice of meat. Bonus: if you’re based in Chicago, they just opened up a new truck there!

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Porchetta Sandwich
Porchetta in Raleigh, NC

You might be surprised to hear that North Carolina has one of the most vibrant food truck scenes in the country. Their Food Truck Rodeos are epic with over 50 food trucks gathering in downtown Raleigh. A must-try is Matthew and Nicholas’ Porchetta Sandwich. A slow-roasted pork shoulder topped with a zesty pimento cheese spread. It’s no wonder they call themselves Porchetta and have drawings of giants pigs all over their truck.

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Ceviche Mixto
El Fuego in Washington D.C.

El Fuego in Washington D.C.’s converted fire truck is one of the coolest looking trucks you’ll see on your food truck journeys. On top of that, you won’t come across a more passionate owner than Manuel whose sole mission is to ensure you love Peruvian food as much as he does. His Ceviche Mixto with fish and shrimp is one of those refreshing dishes that you can’t believe you’re getting at a food truck.

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Lemongrass 5 Spice Seitan Sandwich
The Cinnamon Snail in New York, NY

With more than an abundance of food options in New York, you’re probably not thinking, “Hey I should go eat at a vegan truck.” But don’t head to the Cinnamon Snail to eat Adams’ vegan food, just go there to eat amazing food. Their Seitan Sandwich is one of those dishes that will punch you in the face with flavor. And I love a good flavor punch as often as possible. There’s a reason why this was the longest food truck line we’ve ever seen.

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Loco Moco Mazemen
Poi Dog in Philadelphia, PA

The moment you walk up to Poi Dog in Philadelphia, you’ll be amazed at what magic Kiki and Chris can conjure up from this tiny cart. Sometimes the best creativity comes from limitations. With no grill to make classic Hawaiian loco mocos, the duo came up with a Mazemen (broth-less ramen) alternative topped with ground beef, a 6-minute egg, and miso gravy. Nice and comforting on those cold Philly days.

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If you love to travel for food like we do, check out these “Top Things To Do For Culinary Vacationers” over at Expedia.