Uptown Food Truck Festival organizers will bring their popular summer event to downtown Anoka this August. Over 50 food truck vendors will serve up delicious street eats.
At Bacon-Me-Crazy, Owner JJ has an affinity for their Carolina Brisket and Bacon Burger with Cheddar Cheese and Super Slaw (red and green cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and kohlrabi). Additionally, there are giant Glazed Doughnuts as well as PB&J Grilled Cheese sandwiches on offer from their food truck.
1. Bacon-Me-Crazy
Bacon-Me-Crazy prides itself on serving simple yet delectable meals to its community, such as its signature bacon cheeseburger made with meat from local farms to fulfill its motto of “eat local, support local,” and homemade super slaw made of red and green cabbage, kale, kohlrabi, and carrots. Furthermore, their food truck also provides scoops of cookie dough, ice cream, and other treats!
On Saturday afternoon from 12 to 10 PM, Anoka will welcome over 50 food trucks for one of the Twin Cities’ most beloved free events – The Anoka Food Truck Festival will offer delicious fare from across the world, including ten brand new trucks making their debut appearance!
Organizers expect over 500 attendees to indulge in delicacies from over 50 food trucks lined up along Jackson Street and 1st Avenue. Foodies can sample treats while listening to live music, playing Connect Four, life-size Jenga, or riding a mechanical bull!
Minnesota food trucks will again participate in Anoka’s famous summer festival featuring unique experiences on wheels, such as fashion/clothing trucks, vintage record players, and photo booth trucks. There will be something fun for everyone – including pups! Don’t miss this year’s festivities in Anoka – don’t miss it next year either!
2. Turbo Tacos
Jay Hanson of Minneapolis created this truck to bring an authentic California-style fish taco experience to Minnesota’s Twin Cities. Their signature dish features beer-battered cod tacos topped with Monterey Jack cheese, Turbo sauce, slaw, and fresh pico de gallo for an authentic San Diego taste in north suburban Minnesota. Hanson says he is enthusiastic about spreading San Diego flavors in north suburban Minnesota.
This year’s Anoka Food Truck Fest will bring over 50 food trucks – many new to Anoka- and ten trucks making their inaugural appearances at the festival. Admission to this free event is also open to nonalcoholic beverages (beer/seltzers/nonalcoholic), games for all ages, live music performances, and pet-friendly features like artificial turf doggie stations equipped with water bowls, treats, and canine kiddie pools to keep your pup cool!
Organizers behind the Minneapolis Food Truck Festival will also host similar events in Anoka and St. Paul this summer – so even if you miss Anoka Food Truck Fest this time around, don’t worry – you’ll still have an opportunity to try some incredible trucks later this year!
Food truck dining is an exciting way to explore cuisines you wouldn’t usually experience in restaurants. So, why not visit the Anoka Food Truck Festival this weekend and try something different? You won’t regret it!
3. Whole Sum Kitchen
When this diner on wheels rolls through town, expect classic comfort food. Evan Tepper and his team love meeting new customers and sharing their enthusiasm for healthy food options such as their signature cold-pressed juice Havana, made of pineapple, mint, and apple that brings back summer’s tropical taste!
Are You Hungry for Something Delicious? Join over 45 Food Truck Stars from around the country at Anoka’s Food Truck Festival from 12 PM – 10 PM on Jackson Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues for this free event and sample their unique street eats, from Maine Lobster Rolls to Spanish Paella to New Zealand Meat Pies! In addition to delectable cuisine from 45 food truck superstars on wheels – Maine Lobster Rolls in Spanish Paella to New Zealand Meat Pies will all be offered – everything from Maine Lobster Rolls to Spanish Paella or New Zealand will also be on offer from 45-star mobile kitchens offering unique street eats such as Maine Lobster Rolls to New Zealand Meat pies! Along with delectable cuisine, there will also be fashion/clothing trucks, vintage record trucks, photo booth trucks with something to pamper four-legged companions, fashion/clothing trucks like vintage record trucks as well as fashion/clothing trucks selling vintage record albums or offering photo booth service as well. Guests can enjoy local cover bands plus beverages such as beer/seltzer or nonalcoholic drinks during this free event between 12 noon and 10 p.m. on Jackson Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues between 12 noon and 10 p.
4. Ruff Start Rescue
One of the Twin Cities most beloved and delicious free events returns this year in downtown Anoka – The Sixth Annual Anoka Food Truck Festival will bring 45+ food trucks with global cuisines, such as lobster rolls and New Zealand meat pies. This free event occurs between 1st and 3rd Avenues near the city hall on Jackson Street between 1st and 3rd avenues.
Alongside food trucks, there will also be fashion/clothing trucks, vintage record trucks, and photo booth trucks! Ruff Start Rescue will also be present so attendees can learn about their organization while meeting adoptable dogs and shopping merch!
Anoka Food Truck Fest marks the final event in Minnesota Food Truck festivals this summer, joining Hopkins Food Truck Fest and St. Paul Food Truck Fest held at Union Depot and Hopkins Community Park.
Admission to the event is free; however, wristbands can be purchased to take advantage of handcrafted beer and seltzer at the beverage bar – with proceeds from wristband sales going toward Feed My Starving Children, our event charity partner. Besides beer and seltzer tastings at the beverage bar, attendees will also find live music and games for all ages, such as an artificial turf doggie station featuring water bowls, canine kiddie pools, and treats!
