White Paper BBQ moves to downtown Loveland, opens food truck

March 4, 2024

White Paper BBQ, a Colorado restaurant, is moving to downtown Loveland, Colorado after traveling on the road. Owner Jim Rowan said he eventually plans to open…

Belleville, Illinois businesses debate food truck proposal

March 1, 2024

Some businesses in Belleville, Illinois are opposing a proposal to the city council that would allow food trucks to park outside of Shoehorn Brewing in the…

Phoenix food truck employee killed in stabbing

February 28, 2024

Heriberto Acosta, an employee of Mariscos Las Islitas food truck in Phoenix, Arizona was killed recently in a stabbing incident. A group of men attacked and…

Niceville, Florida honors life of late food truck owner

February 27, 2024

The community of Niceville, Florida recently honored the life of Mike Ledford, owner of the My Ohana food truck, who was killed on Feb. 9 in a stabbing…

Food Trucks to Watch report launches for 2024

February 26, 2024

The second edition of Food Truck Operator's Food Trucks to Watch report is now available. The report shares details on 25 top ranked food trucks in the U.S.

Nederland, Texas considers loosening food truck regulations

February 26, 2024

Nederland, Texas officials have proposed new regulations that would make it easier for food trucks. In particular, it would allow food truck owners to apply…

Food truck court proposed for Carbondale, Illinois

February 23, 2024

Owners of a property in Carbondale, Illinois have proposed a food truck court featuring three food trucks, indoor seating, a bar, a commissary and a restroom.

Keeping the human element alive in QSRs with Doyle HCM

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of PizzaMarketplace.com and QSRweb.com, interviews Mike Adolph, partner and…

Indiana house bill aims to streamline food truck regulations

February 21, 2024

Representatives for the Indiana House of Representatives introduced House bill 1285, which would require all local health departments to create food truck…

Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ expands food trucks in multiple states

February 19, 2024

Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ, a fast casual franchise, plans to expand its food truck presence in New Jersey, North and South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Tennessee…

Austin bagel stand to open food truck

February 19, 2024

David Doughie's, a farmers market stand in Austin, Texas, plans to open a new food truck called David Doughie's Bagelry. This truck will offer New York-style…

The Big Cheesy food truck opens restaurant in Baton Rouge

February 16, 2024

The Big Cheesy food truck has opened its first restaurant in Baton Rouge near Louisianna State University. The location will feature a variety of toasted…

Haines City, Florida pauses food truck ban

February 14, 2024

Haines City, Florida was considering a proposal that would ban food trucks from operating within 100 feet of a restaurant. Commissioners have now tabled the…

4 creative menu ideas for new food trucks

by Joe Bowab — CEO, Lobster Anywhere

Since the market for food trucks is estimated to keep growing, you should make sure you stand out and be unique. Here are four out-of-the-box food truck menu…

J Rocks Smoke House food truck sets up restaurant in Topeka, Kansas

February 12, 2024

J Rocks Smoke House, a BBQ food truck based in Topeka, Kansas, recently opened a restaurant in southeast Topeka. This is the first time owners Jasmaine and…

Panda Express challenges food truck name

February 9, 2024

Panda Express claims that the Trash Panda Vegan food truck in Phoenix challenges its trademark. The chain said that the name and logo are too similar, which…

Cousins Maine Lobster launching in Chicago

February 9, 2024

Cousins Maine Lobster, which has 60 locations, is hosting its first Chicagoland food truck event and grand opening Saturday at Pollyanna Brewing in Roselare…

Indianapolis food truck stolen

February 7, 2024

The Indianapolis, Indiana-based Gatsby's Pub and Grill food truck was stolen from a storage facility in Lawrence, Indiana. The truck was worth around $35,00…

Summit attendees supporting human trafficking relief org

Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit attendees will work together for one hour to create over 2,000 hygiene kits stocked with necessities including…

Haitian food truck owners sue Parksley, Virginia for violating rights

February 5, 2024

Theslet Benoir and Clemene Bastien, owners of Eben-Ezer Haitian Food Truck LLC, are suing the town of Parksley, Virginia and council member Henry Nicholson for…