Food trucks in Luxembourg: pizza, burgers, national gastronomy

Food trucks are a popular novelty of the modern world: a mobile kitchen can be located anywhere in the city to please the locals with fresh dishes directly from the side window of the lorry. Frequently, they serve unique, national and even exotic dishes for those unwilling to wait for a menu in a restaurant hall.

Are you looking for a new place to have lunch with your colleagues or want to see what entrepreneurial chefs have to offer? We're here to tell you about some must-visit places.

Food trucks' popularity and festivals

In recent years, food trucks have become a growing trend in Luxembourg due to modern lifestyles. In today's fast-paced world, the convenience of good, quick meals on the go is often the deciding factor.

Food trucks effortlessly meet this need while offering an enticing array of global cuisines. Moreover, the affordability of these mobile delights compared to traditional restaurants has cemented food trucks as the go-to choice for satisfying cravings.

Food truck festivals in Luxembourg

In fact, mobile restaurants with unusual dishes have become so popular among lovers of the fast-food world (and beyond) that they have their own festivals. Sometimes you might even find a food truck at a conference or party.

Here are some of the most important food truck festivals in Luxembourg.

🌯 Yumm Festival

This unique public festival brings together food trucks from across Europe, inviting visitors to discover an array of culinary specialties. The next Yumm Festival is scheduled from June 28th to June 30th, 2024, at Place de l’Europe.

🍕 eat it!

Hosted by Rotondes, eat it! has consistently defied perceptions that street food lacks culinary allure. This event promises delightful flavors served in a festive atmosphere, ensuring foodies and gourmets find everything their palates desire. Keep an eye out for the next edition: events are typically held in April.

🥟 Foodtruck & Music Festival

A celebration of love, food, and music, this festival typically takes place in mid-July. While it didn't happen this year, enthusiasts can look forward to updates about the festival's return to Am Letschert in Boevange-sur-Attert, in the coming years.

Burger food trucks in Luxembourg

When McDonald opened his first restaurant, he had no idea how popular the idea of fast burgers and fries would become. Today, however, we are more and more looking for quality in the sense of healthy and wholesome food.

Food trucks in Luxembourg offering burgers are a great twist on the idea, offering excellent beef, unusual combinations and the same convenience of eating on the go. In this section, we'll dive into the sizzling world of burger food trucks in Luxembourg.

Gingerhead

Gingerhead Burger Food Truck, a prominent contender in Luxembourg's thriving food truck scene, has earned its stellar reputation by focusing on the art of crafting exceptional burgers infused with homemade sauces. In recognition of their culinary prowess, Gingerhead was proudly featured as one of the "Best Food Trucks in Luxembourg" by Luxembourg Wort in 2023.

While Gingerhead reliably serves delectable meals every Friday for lunch in Gasperich, it goes beyond the routine. Keeping the culinary experience dynamic, Gingerhead frequently surprises with appearances at events and various locations. For updates on their latest whereabouts and events, be sure to follow their active Facebook page.

LëtzeBurger

Letzeburger website

LëtzeBurger, a rising star in Luxembourg's food truck scene, is driven by a passionate team of four young enthusiasts dedicated to serving high-quality burgers. Their commitment to excellence is evident in their use of 100% pure beef sourced locally, accompanied by fresh vegetables and bread from a trusted local baker in Bertrange. They also offer some of the finest vegetarian burgers in town, catering to a diverse range of tastes and dietary preferences.

What sets LëtzeBurger apart is its extensive reach, with a fleet of four food trucks traversing the country, ensuring accessibility to their delectable creations. For those preferring a more settled dining experience, LëtzeBurger also has a restaurant nestled in Saeul.

FoodRiders

FoodRiders, a team of culinary professionals and food enthusiasts, have been delighting Luxembourg's streets since 2015 with their exceptional burgers. They're dedicated to using the highest quality local ingredients, including homemade burger sauces, premium meat recipes, and hand-cut French fries.

They also offer a tantalizing vegan burger filled with fried soy slices, tomatoes, arugula, onions, and guacamole. Besides their street food service, FoodRiders caters to both business and private events, with their food truck available for reservations if you're hosting an event with a minimum of 60 guests.

Pizza food trucks near you around Luxembourg

What could be better than a slice of hot pizza? Only pizza delivery. If you can't order delivery, you can get help from the pizza food trucks in Luxembourg. They are suitable both for an Italian break during the day and for special events. These rolling pizzerias bring an array of flavors to your doorstep, redefining how we savor this beloved Italian delicacy in 2023.

Hyde's Pizzas

Hyde's Pizzas Instagram Page

At Hyde's Pizzas, it's all about the passion for authentic Neapolitan pizza. This dynamic team, consisting of Stephane, Jade, Sandra, and Joao, brings the true taste of Naples to the streets of Luxembourg. Hyde's Pizzas offers the convenience of pre-ordering their delectable pies via WhatsApp or discussing your preferences over the phone.

Prices for their pizzas start at 9 euros, and their signature Hyde pizza with pistachios, mortadelle and pesto will cost you 18 euros. Here you can and should ask for the pizza to be served "portafoglio style": that is, rolled up several times for easy eating of a heap of toppings on the go.

PizzaGuy

PizzaGuy on TripAdvisor

Pizzaguy, a pioneer in Luxembourg's food truck scene, proudly claims the title of being the first-ever Pizza-Foodtruck in the country and the first to be labeled "Made in Luxembourg." Their dedication to crafting exceptional pizzas is matched only by their creativity, with a menu featuring pies named after iconic music stars, from Santana and Mick Jagger to Sting and Eric Clapton.

Beyond the traditional pizza offerings, Pizzaguy introduces a unique twist with their Pizzaballs, delectable dough balls filled with pizza-inspired goodness, including tomato, cheese, ham, and more.

You can savor these culinary delights at their location on 6 rue de la Gare in Junglinster. They open Monday to Wednesday for lunch from 11.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Monday to Friday evenings from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., making it convenient to indulge in their flavorful creations whenever your pizza craving strikes.

Ethnic and national cuisine food trucks

As we mentioned before, the food trucks in Luxembourg are just like their home country - multicultural and diverse. They serve not only pizza and burgers, but also unique dishes from different national cuisines that you won't find anywhere else. Restaurants on wheels are cheaper to run than traditional restaurants and can therefore offer authentic, first-hand delicacies.

You can find Ethiopian, Mexican, Argentinian, and Panasian food trucks around the country. These cuisines are ruled by real gastronomy enthusiasts who believe that national cuisine with its multitude of flavors can squeeze out the familiar fast food.

Tabor Food Concept

Tabor Food Concept, a delightful addition to Luxembourg's ethnic cuisine food truck scene, offers an authentic Ethiopian culinary experience. Their menu features dishes like Injera, a pancake-like fermented flatbread made from Teff flour. For those craving something spicy, Tabor Food Concept serves up the Kitfoo, a fiery minced beef stew, and the national favorite, Doro Wot, a chicken dish bathed in a delectable spicy sauce.

Vegetarian diners are also in for a treat with a selection of flavorful meatless dishes. Tabor Food Concept opens its doors (or rather, its window) Monday to Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., making it a convenient stop for lunchtime explorations of Ethiopian flavors.

Las Maracas

Las Maracas Facebook Page

Las Maracas Luxembourg food truck brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico to Luxembourg, serving up an authentic taste of Mexican cuisine on wheels. Their menu features many, from quesadillas and tacos to traditional Yucatec Mayan dishes.

Behind the wheel is the dynamic duo of Valéria Ortiz and Andréa Rodriguez. Valeria, with her roots in Tehuacan, Puebla, Mexico, has a deep-seated passion for traditional Mexican cuisine. Andréa, hailing from Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico, brings her expertise in international business, trade, and tourism management.

Sabores de Argentina

Sabores de Argentina website collage by Luxtoday

Sabores de Argentina, a culinary creation by Verónica and Federico, is born from a love of sharing moments and cooking with friends. Their journey began with the mission of bringing the delightful flavors of Argentina to Luxembourg, and now, they're eager to extend that experience to you.

At Sabores de Argentina, you'll find an array of Argentine specialties, including legendary empanadas, a wheat flour pastry filled with various ingredients and fried to perfection. For instance, the empanadas with finely chopped meat, onions, bell peppers, garlic, and olives. They also serve up the beloved choripán, an Argentine grilled sausage (a blend of beef, pork, and spices), served in a wheat flour bun and topped with criolla sauce. Make sure to try!

Chef Guo

Chef Guo Facebook Page

Chef Guo's food truck is a fusion of Asian flavors, offering Thai, Indian, and Chinese specialties. Here you can savor a diverse range of delights, including a fragrant Asian soup brimming with ingredients like green celery, bamboo shoots, onions, eggs, and carrots. Explore the bold and authentic flavors of dishes like Huang'dong, Sao Kao, Kung Bao, and Sichuan, each bringing a unique and mouthwatering taste of the East to your palate.

De’Reiskocher

De’Reiskocher Instagram Page

De'Reiskocher, the first Indonesian food truck in Luxembourg, fulfilled a dream when it opened its doors in August of 2020. Tita and Sylvain, the culinary minds behind the venture, envisioned introducing authentic Indonesian flavors with a Luxembourgish twist to the local food scene.

Their menu showcases a range of Indonesian delights, including Tahu Brontak/Tahu Isi, featuring fried stuffed tofu, and Bakso, a hearty Indonesian meatball soup. For those seeking a delectable piquant experience, the Tempe Mendoan, made from thin tempeh fried with flour, is a savory treat.

Savor their tantalizing creations every Tuesday and Thursday between 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Additionally, De'Reiskocher extends its culinary journey by providing catering services, contributing to the continued promotion of Indonesian cuisine and culture within Luxembourg.

Green Mango

Green Mango website

Green Mango in Luxembourg is a Thai food truck that born from an idea in 2016 and that came to life in 2017, bringing the vibrant flavors of Thailand to Luxembourg's streets. Their menu includes traditional street food dishes, like Panang Curry Beef, Chicken Cashew Nuts and Fried Meat Bags. Of course, you will find vegan and vegetarian alternatives here too, fear not.

Beyond their culinary offerings, Green Mango is equally dedicated to environmental consciousness. Their devotion to Mother Earth is evident in their use of recyclable goblets and cutlery, as well as biodegradable materials!

If you're seeking an eco-friendly yet satisfying Thai food experience, you can enjoy their delectable creations Monday to Friday, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m at the mentioned locations.

How to find food trucks in Luxembourg

Many food trucks have specific locations where they operate regularly, as we've mentioned in our article for each featured truck. However, some food trucks have variable locations on specific dates. To stay updated on their whereabouts, check their websites or follow them on social networks, where they often share real-time updates about their schedules and locations.

Additionally, some food trucks don't have fixed locations at all; they are constantly on the move to cater to different areas and events. In such cases, relying on their websites or social media platforms is your best bet to track them down. Most food truck operators maintain websites that showcase their locations and menus, and some even offer mobile apps for added convenience.

For those eager to explore a variety of food trucks, the Ville de Luxembourg's website is a valuable resource. They maintain a page listing all authorized food trucks and checking it regularly can lead you to discover new and exciting options as the culinary scene in Luxembourg continues to flourish.