Want an alternative to crowded restaurants? Here are food trucks that Bradenton loves
With COVID-19 restrictions lifted on Florida businesses, some restaurants have gotten a bit too crowded for comfort. But eating in every night can be such a bore.
What is a hungry person to do?
Fortunately, food trucks are here to fill the gap for a worry-free meal or snack outside home.
We asked members of our Facebook food fanatic group, Manatee Eats, for food truck recommendations. They got us rolling in the right direction in no time.
Here are some mobile eateries that get the green light from locals.
Favorite local food trucks
Bite Me Cookies By Cindy: If you’ve got a sweet tooth, this is the food truck for you. Cindy’s offers homemade cookies in a host of flavors, available individually wrapped or in batches. bitemecookiesbycindy.com. 941-812-2238.
Bowled Life: Referred to lovingly as the “purple people feeder,” Bowled Life serves up healthy and simultaneously delicious bowls, salads, smoothies and more in the Manatee County area. facebook.com/bowledlife. 941-417-7856.
Chilango’s Tacos: Tacos, sopes, quesadillas, nachos, churros and more await at Chilango’s Tacos. Open Thursday through Sunday at 2230 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton. 941-254-0862.
The Currywurst Truck: German street foods, including hot hogs and grilled sandwiches, are the specialty of The Currywurst Truck. facebook.com/currywursttrucksrq. 941-725-5197.
Doña Betty Tacos: Known for amazing tacos and equally amazing prices, Doña Betty’s has you covered for delicious Mexican street food. 941-580-4730. Open Wednesday through Sunday nights at 5510 14th St. W., Bradenton.
Paradise Pizza Shack: A stationary, drive-thru-style food truck that offers signature and custom pizzas crafted with scratch-made dough, as well as salads, wings and juices. paradisepizzashack.com. 941-241-9382. Open Monday through Saturday at 2209 75th St. W., Bradenton. Call ahead or order online.
The Schnitzel Trailer: The Schnitzel Trailer takes the best of traditional German cooking on the road around Bradenton and Sarasota. facebook.com/tstfood. 941-779-8080.
Scott’s Deli Food Truck: Fresh and tasty handhelds including sandwiches, burgers and tacos await aboard Scott’s Deli Food Truck, which travels Anna Maria Island and beyond. facebook.com/scottsdelifoodtruck. 941-778-3000.
Sunkissed Food Truck: This St. Petersburg-based food truck often visits Manatee County several times a week. On the menu, you’ll find hearty seafood and chicken dishes, plus flavorful fries. sunkissedfoodtruck.com. 727-417-6047.
This story was originally published October 20, 2020 at 7:00 AM.