Your guide to 7 food trucks in The Magic City
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Birmingham is a hub for the culinary arts – several restaurants and chefs have even earned James Beard Awards. Quality dining experiences aren’t limited to only brick-and-mortar restaurants, though. Check out these food truck options in the Magic City.
1. The Current at Cahaba
The Current at Cahaba is a permanent food truck located at Cahaba Brewing Company, so pair your food with a local brew for the full experience. Be sure to try their trivia and taco Tuesday, brunch and even catering!
- Location: 4500 5th Ave S Building C, Birmingham, AL 35222
- Hours: Friday–Sunday 11AM-9PM | Tues–Thurs 5PM–9PM | Monday closed
- Facebook | Website | Instagram
2. Los Valedores
Los Valedores is a taco truck serving the Homewood area. Their Facebook page has updates on location and hour changes, so make sure to check it before you go.
- Location: 302 Columbiana Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
- Hours: Monday–Tuesday 10AM-5PM | Wednesday–Thursday 10:30AM–10PM | Friday–Saturday 10:30 AM-11 PM | Sunday 12-10 PM
- Facebook | Website
3. Cousins Maine Lobster
Who knew you could get a lobster roll, bisque or quesadilla from a food truck in Birmingham? You can even take home a meal for the whole family at Cousins Maine Lobster food truck.
- Location: see schedule on their website.
- Hours: dependent upon location/event.
- Facebook | Website | Instagram
4. Daddy Hot Bird
Daddy Hot Bird is a Nashville hot chicken food truck located at TrimTab Brewing Company. Grab a local craft beer from the taproom to pair with your food – or two, depending on your spice level.
- Location: 2721 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United States, Alabama
- Hours: Check their Instagram for updates
- Facebook | Website | Instagram
5. Chicks N’ Donuts
Craving something sweet? Chicks N Donuts has you covered, especially with their new fall menu – and you can even grab a donut from them after visiting Atrox this Halloween season!
- Location: Weekly schedules are posted to their Instagram.
- Hours: depends on location, so be sure to check their weekly schedule
- Facebook | Website | Instagram
6. Fat Charles BBQ
Fat Charles BBQ food truck uses locally-sourced, sustainable ingredients in their food.
Pro tip: try the brisket tacos – they’re a local favorite.
- Location: check Facebook for daily updates
- Hours: check Facebook for daily updates
- Facebook | Website | Instagram
7. Dos Hermanos
Dos Hermanos was one of Far and Wide’s top 25 food trucks in 2021 and for best burrito in Alabama the previous year – and for good reason. Make sure to bring cash, as they don’t accept cards.
- Location: 211 W Valley Ave, Birmingham AL, Birmingham, AL, United States, Alabama
- Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9AM–2PM | Saturday–Sunday 8:30AM–2PM | Closed Monday
- Facebook | Instagram
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