American Tobacco Campus
Mixed-use redevelopment of the former Lucky Strike tobacco campus in downtown.
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Durham anchors the eastern corner of the Research Triangle, founded around tobacco manufacturing and now home to Duke University. Food trucks work the American Tobacco Campus, the Brightleaf district, and along Ninth Street. Downtown Durham and Brightleaf Square are covered on their own dedicated pages.
Mixed-use redevelopment of the former Lucky Strike tobacco campus in downtown.
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Dedicated neighborhood pages in Durham: Downtown Durham · Brightleaf Square
Caribbean
Ama'Gees is a Jamaican food truck serving traditional Caribbean dishes like Escovitch Red Snapper, Curry Shrimp, and Jerk Chicken. The truck is known for its signature 'Ooooo Weeee' sweet and spicy sauce that pairs with their jerk chicken and other menu items. They also offer catering services and occasionally feature specials like smack n cheese.
Latin American
Antojitos Hondurenos is a food truck serving authentic Honduran ('catracha') cuisine in Durham, NC. Standout dishes include fried fish and fried chicken, drawing rave reviews for their bold, traditional flavors. The truck offers a taste of Honduras with a welcoming, casual street-food vibe.
Cajun & Creole
Bull City Eatery is a Black-owned, woman-owned family food truck serving Creole and Southern-inspired breakfast and seafood in Durham, NC. Their menu features favorites like shrimp and grits, seafood omelets, po'boys, gumbo, and gator bites, alongside classic breakfast sandwiches. They are available for events, breweries, and private parties, and also offer seafood boils.
Pizza
Carolina Crust is a father-and-son mobile pizzeria serving wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas cooked in a Mugnaini Valoriani oven mounted on a custom vintage International Harvester truck. They use Caputo 00 flour and San Marzano tomatoes and offer a rotating selection of specialty pies alongside fresh salads and seasonal appetizers. The truck also features 4 on-board beer taps and caters weddings, corporate events, and private parties throughout the Raleigh-Durham area.
Latin American
Antojitos Hondurenos is a food truck serving authentic Honduran ('catracha') cuisine in Durham, NC. They are known for standout dishes like fried fish and fried chicken, drawing praise from customers who describe it as a taste of Honduras. The truck operates six days a week with extended evening hours.
Mexican
El Jefecito is a taco-focused food truck and restaurant serving creative street tacos with unique toppings like pimento cheese, horseradish, and mango relish. They operate both a food truck around the RDU area and a brick-and-mortar restaurant location in Durham. Their menu also features burritos, quesadillas, tortas, pupusas, and classic Mexican drinks like Jarritos.
Southern & Soul Food
Mr. Don's Famous Chicken & Ribs is a soul food truck founded by Durham native Donald E. Brown Sr., who draws on family recipes and community culinary traditions to bring old-fashioned flavors to the Triangle area. The truck serves a hearty spread of Southern classics including fried fish, chicken, ribs, mac and cheese, collard greens, potato salad, shrimp, and banana pudding. Known for generous portions, bold seasoning, and warm hospitality, it's a beloved local favorite that also offers catering services.
Mexican
Get Off My Queso is a Mexican food truck with a bold, fun twist, specializing in quesadillas, birria tacos, quesabirria, nachos, and loaded fries. They also serve elotes and esquites (Mexican street corn) with creative toppings, plus a wide variety of signature and premium fresh-squeezed lemonades. The truck emphasizes festive, flavorful street food with a 'monster' personality and is available for private event bookings.