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Wasabi Juan's, Regions Tradition — Luis Toro with the Lord Have Mercy Sushi from Wasabi Juan’s. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

Last week, five Birmingham-area chefs fed thousands of fans who enjoyed the gorgeous weather, golf, parties and celebrity sightings at the 2024 Regions Tradition.

Three of us from Bham Now went to Greystone to sample these locally-owned food trucks’ offerings. Keep reading to find out who was there, what we tried and how you can enjoy these tasty trucks yourself.

1. Lemon Pepper Pork Skins—Krazy Good Barbecue

Krazy Good Barbecue, brisket, Regions Tradition

Krazy Good Barbecue at Regions Tradition

(L) Tira Davis trying the brisket sandwich; (R) Owner Howard Hudson + his son working the grill. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

The first stop on our five food-truck tour was Krazy Good Barbecue. It was easy to tell that this father-son team loves what they do.

Owner: Howard Hudson
How long in business: Since 2018
Home base: Bessemer, food truck only
Where to find them: Jefferson + Shelby Counties
Bestseller: Brisket + pork skins
Fun fact: The owner himself isn’t a fan of sauce—he wants to savor the flavor of the meat itself, but he’ll happily serve your barbecue with white or red sauce, depending on your preference.

After we chatted with the owner and his son, they brought us a bag of the most delicious lemon pepper pork skins. They were so good that two of us bought another whole-gallon bag to take home.

BONUS: Krazy Good Barbecue also does catering.

Follow them or get in touch: Facebook | 205.253.5961

Learn more about the Regions Tradition + how it supports Children’s of Alabama.

2. Pepperoni Pizza—Carpenetti’s Pizzeria

Carpenetti's Pizzeria, Regions Tradition — Frank Carpenetti with his family’s unforgettable pepperoni pizza. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

Next up: family-owned Carpenetti’s Pizzeria, where we chatted with owners Frank and Tammy Carpenetti.

Owner: Frank Carpenetti + family
How long in business: Since 1996
Home base: Carpenetti’s Pizza, 740 Park Avenue, Moody, AL 35004
Where you’ll find them: At local high school football games, their brick-and-mortar + more
Bestseller: Pepperoni pizza slices
Fun fact: They’ve won “Bama’s Best Pizza” and the Trussville Tribune‘s Reader’s Choice “Best of the Best” awards.

Follow them or get in touch: Facebook | 205.640.6777

3. Philly Cheesesteak—Nettie B’s Grill

Nettie B's Grill, Regions Tradition — Chef Terrilyn Fortson with her Philly cheesesteak. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

After pizza, it was time to check out another new-to-us food truck: Nettie B’s Grill, based out of Alabaster.

The secret ingredient is love at this family-owned business, created to honor the late Nettie B. Fortson.

Owner: Chef Terrilyn Fortson
How long in business: Since 2021
Home base: Alabaster, food truck only
Where you’ll find them: All over!
Bestseller: Philly cheesesteak + large cheeseburger
Fun fact: Chef Terri posts super-fun food Reels on Instagram.

Follow them or get in touch: Facebook | Instagram | Email

4. Lord Have Mercy Sushi—Wasabi Juan’s

Wasabi Juan's food truck, Lord Have Mercy sushi — Lord Have Mercy sushi. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

I heard about Wasabi Juan’s for years but never checked it out. Now that I have, I can’t wait to go back.

Owners: Luis + Barby Toro
How long in business: 10 years on July 17
Home base: The Battery, 2201 2nd Ave S Suite 105 Birmingham, AL 35233
Where you’ll find them: In the “Juan To Go” food truck or at their brick + mortar downtown
Best seller: Lord Have Mercy or Rick Roll sushi
Fun fact: We wrote about their incredible story during Hispanic Heritage Month—Part 1 + Part 2

5. Chicken Tenders—Eugene’s Hot Chicken

Zebbie Carney, Eugene's Hot Chicken, Regions Tradition — Zebbie Carney, founder of Eugene’s Hot Chicken. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

The first time I tried hot chicken, I immediately texted my foodie brother to say “why have you not told me about hot chicken?!”

In the hot chicken world, Eugene’s is just so good.

Owner: Zebbie Carney
How long in business: Since 2015
Home base: Eugene’s Hot Chicken, 2268 9th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203 | 3232 Galleria Circle, Suite 101, Hoover, AL 35244
Where you’ll find them: Uptown, Hoover or around town on the truck
Best seller: Chicken tenders, popcorn chicken or loaded chicken fries
Fun fact: You can now find them in the concession areas at home football + basketball games at The University of Alabama.