Why do Pittsburghers love their food trucks? The Pittsburgh Taco Truck’s owner James Rich says, “People like the uniqueness and don’t expect the quality.” As one of the founding fathers of Pittsburgh’s food truck boom, James has paved the way for newbie trucks.

Fellow trucks thank James for his help and comradery. James has organized truck lunch spots and Round Ups throughout the Pittsburgh area!
Fellow trucks thank James for his help and comradery. James has organized truck lunch spots and Food Truck gatherings called Round Ups throughout the Pittsburgh area!

The more trucks the merrier is a resounding theme. One of the results is a monthly gathering called a Food Truck Round Up at North Hills Coffee Buddha. Coffee Buddha owner Mike Witherel says he welcomes the trucks with open arms. The events are great for his business, too! Watch for the next Round Up the last Saturday of the month, October 25th.

The food trucks line up behind the Coffee Buddha.
The food trucks line up behind Coffee Buddha located at 964 Perry Highway Pittsburgh’s North Hills

Inspired by the food he ate on board the Burrito Buggy at Ohio University, in Mexico, in Texas, and at various restaurants right here in Pittsburgh, James’ menu dives into a truly unique world of tacos.

Most popular Chorizo Taco- cilantro onion lime and cheese!
Pittsburgh Taco Truck’s most popular? The Chorizo Taco- Regent Square’s Root 174 chorizo topped with cilantro, onion, lime, and queso fresca!
Chicken in a Thai peanut sauce topped with a Thai chili slaw. I loved them both!
Chicken in a Thai peanut sauce topped with a sweet chili slaw (front) I loved them both!

 

Yes, not your typical chicken or beef tacos. Favorite off menu specials include lobster roll on a baguette and a chorizo burger!

Menu on a Wednesday at the Pittsburgh Public market -The Pittsburgh Taco  Truck
Menu on a Wednesday at the Pittsburgh Public market -The Pittsburgh Taco Truck
From left- Brent Cable, James Rich - Pittsburgh Taco Truck
From left- Brent Cable, James Rich – Pittsburgh Taco Truck

Catch the Pittsburgh Taco Truck for lunch and at events around the Burgh! Tell them I sent you!

Ciao!

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