Where Can I Find Food Trucks in Frankenmuth, Saginaw, Midland, and Bay City, MI? A Local Guide

What are some great local food trucks in Michigan?

There are plenty of unique food trucks in Michigan to enjoy when you Go Great Lakes Bay, including: The Cheese Trap and Bavarian Inn Cluck Truck in Frankenmuth; Wonder Burger, Makin' Bacon Truck, Big Meaty Phillys, Sis-N-Bros Tacos, and Maria's Food Trucks in Saginaw; 5-2-oh and That Guy's BBQ & Grill in Bay City; Sawadee Asian Cuisine, What About Waffles!?, Gladys Featuring Proper Taco, Good to Go Deli Truck, and Tacos El Rey in Midland; and many more.

What are some great food truck festivals in Michigan?

Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival in Frankenmuth features about 20 Michigan food trucks per festival. It's held the second Thursday of each month from May to September at the parking lot east of the shopping center at Frankenmuth River Place Shops from 2pm - 9pm and features live music, family-friendly activities, craft beer, and specialty tap takeovers.

What are some of the best local food trucks in Bay City, Frankenmuth, Midland, and Saginaw, Michigan?

Burgers, Sandwiches, Hot Dogs + More

The Cheese Trap Gourmet grilled cheese! Frankenmuth Cheese Haus cheeses, on Bavarian Inn Restaurant breads. Fried Cheese Curds, Tomato Basil Soup, Mac & Cheese Bites.
Wonder Burger Custom single, double, and veggie burgers. Beef ground fresh daily, toasted Brioche buns — add bacon, an egg, or grilled onions — with Wondersauce & Wonder Fries.
Makin' Bacon Truck Bacon for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Breakfast burritos, Classic BLTs, bacon mac ‘n' cheese, Pulled Pork or Shredded Chicken Street Bowls.
Big Meaty Phillys Massively meaty, melty, authentic Philly cheesesteaks. The OG Philly, The Meaty Philly, Merryaki Philly, and more. Chicken or Steak Philly Fries, too.
Rollin' with My Hoagies Classic to Buffalo Chicken Philly Cheesesteaks, Philly Fries... and deep-fried ice cream!
Good to Go Deli Truck Gourmet wrapped sandwiches, or "torches," made of fresh vegetables, meats, fish, cheeses, and sauces, tucked into Naan — vegetarian options, too.
Jeano’s Creations Chef-crafted street foods! Specialty double smash burgers on (Brioche, Texas toast, pretzel) buns, Corn Dawgs (Koegels deep-fried in house-made batter).

BBQ

That Guy's BBQ & Grill Award-winning barbecue. Smoked (brisket, pork, chicken) sandwiches, smoked wings & house-made brats. Loaded Fries, Buffalo Mac, and more.
Sweet Shine BBQ Veteran-owned truck, competition-style 'cue. Brisket Mac & Cheese Bowls, Pulled Pork & Sliced Brisket Sandwiches, Cornbread Casserole, BBQ Smoked Beans.
Bad Wolf BBQ Competition-inspired sauce, award-winning 'cue! Brisket, pulled pork, and pulled chicken, BBQ nachos, custom tacos — sides of potato salad, slaw, and beans.
Fat Matt's BBQ Award-winning, real-pit Michigan barbecue. Ribs, brats, signature sauces & dry rubs. Sandwiches from Beef Brisket to Pulled Pork, Handcrafted Mac-N-Cheese.
Smokin' 7s BBQ Get your (ribs, pulled pork, smoked wings) staples and (Cowboy Beans to cornbread) sides — and don't pass up the bacon-wrapped Sooey Pickle!
Big Boar's BBQ Slow-smoked BBQ! Pulled pork, brisket, ribs, wings, chicken & brisket fajitas, plus all the (potato salad, slaw, beans) sides. Half-pound Bacon Cheddar Brisket Burger.
Slapp'n Slabs BBQ Specializing in all-things-off-the-grill. BBQ Lasagna, brisket, ribs, pulled chicken & pork, catfish. Candy Carrots, Collard Greens, Dirty Rice.
Fried Bean BBQ Barbecue... with a Latin vibe! Pulled (brisket, pork, chicken) sandwiches, brats, wings, loaded mac & cheese. Find them regularly at Loggers Brewing Company!

Authentic Mexican + Taco Trucks

Gladys Featuring Proper Taco The truck is named Gladys, the food is Proper Taco. Offering “not necessarily traditional” tacos, nachos, and dips, made fresh.
Sis-N-Bros Tacos From-scratch, authentic (beef, chicken, carnitas, carne asada) street tacos. Enchiladas, Eloté Grilled Crunch Burritos, Eloté Street Cups.
Tacos El Rey Authentic (carne asada, al pastor, pollo, picadillo) street tacos, hearty taco plates, flavor-packed burritos, XL quesadillas.
Maria's Food Trucks Multiple taco trucks, delicious Mexican dishes! Birria tacos, wet burritos, enchiladas, deep-fried tacos. Birria fries, carne asada fries... and churros for dessert!
Mijo's Heirloom family recipes, delicious & comforting home cooking. Street tacos, birria tacos, Mexican pizzas, wet burritos, always-homemade tortilla chips.
T&T Authentic Mexican Food Truck Specializing in authentic Mexican food, just like Grandma used to make. Street tacos, birria tacos, burritos, and more.
Whole Enchilada Mobile Kitchen Made-from-scratch Mexican street food. Birria tacos, carne asada nachos, wet burritos, quesadillas — and, of course, enchiladas!
Mr. Patito Man The ride is "Big Yeller," the bright-yellow truck, the menu is mouthwatering patitos (deep-fried tacos), carnitas, and tostadas!

Asian + Asian Fusion

Nom Nom Ninja Award-winning hibachi wraps! A unique spin on traditional steakhouse hibachi, handheld wraps served with homemade yum yum sauce inside of a flour tortilla.
5-2-Oh Creative blend of Mexican & Korean flavors, unique Asian fusion street food. Korean Tacos, Pork Egg Rolls, Godzilla Dog (bacon-wrapped hot dog, Korean pork, sriracha aioli).
Sawadee Asian Cuisine Bringing the flavors of Asia to the street. Spring rolls, crab rangoon, rice bowls, steamed or fried dumplings. Pair with tasty Thai Iced Tea!

Other Specialties

Pretzel Prize Hand-rolled, Portland-style, soft, buttery pretzels, baked fresh daily. Jalapeño Cheddar, Salt & Butter, Everything Bagel. Watch for pop-ups at local shops & farmers markets!
Bavarian Inn Cluck Truck World-famous Bavarian Inn Restaurant menu on the road! Frankenmuth® Chicken, house-made bratwurst, Bavarian pretzels, buttered noodles.
What About Waffles!? Warm, fresh-pressed Belgian waffles, house-made syrups & toppings. Light, fluffy Brussels-style waffles, and dense, buttery Liege-style waffles, too.
Zero Day Veteran-Powered Food Truck Spicy savory bites, Cajun & Creole classics! Jambalaya, Red Beans & Rice, Cajun Mac & Cheese, and more.
Chuck N Eddy's Stone Pizza Sicilian roots, sizzling-hot, fresh stone-fired pizzas. Bite into a big ol' slice of deliciousness!
Saginaw Waffle Hut Food Truck Belgian waffles with unique toppings. Sweet with fruit, syrups, or whipped cream — or savory topped with bacon, fried chicken, or deep-fried ribs.

Sweet + Frozen Treats

Kona Ice of Saginaw Beachy island vibes, cool shaved ice. Flavors like “Mai Tai” (alcohol-free) for adult palates, “Wild Watermelon” to “Groovy Grape” for kids.
Lou's Donut Co. Family-owned truck, serving scratch-made (glazed, cinnamon sugar) sourdough donuts — and hand-twisted, fresh-baked-daily soft pretzels!
Sunsational Smoothies Perfectly smooth treats for hot summer days, parfaits & popsicles, too! Strawberry, blueberry, pineapple, banana, mango — choose 1-2 fruits & enjoy!
Sweet Spinners Cotton candy creations & tasty treats for kids & kids-at-heart! Candy clouds, cloud drops, cloud tubs, and candy cakes.
Detroit Lemon Squeeze Refreshing lemonade blends, for citrus-fueled delights. Mix & match thirst-quenching flavors, fresh fruit garnishes.

Where can I regularly find food trucks in Bay City, Midland, and Saginaw, Michigan?

Midland Area Farmers Market On Wednesdays & Saturdays, May through October, from 7am - 1pm, you're sure to find fresh produce, plants, flowers — and food trucks! Check out Makin’ Bacon Truck, What About Waffles!?, Tacos El Rey, Bad Wolf BBQ, or Sawadee Asian Cuisine, to name a few.
Drift Shoreside Beer Garden Have a brew & a bite right on the Saginaw River with eats from the food truck park (streetside) at Drift Shoreside Beer Garden in Downtown Bay City. Enjoy buckets of cold beer & refreshing craft cocktails, and watch for rotating guest food trucks throughout the summer!
Tri-City Brewing Company As beer is what’s served in this local hub, patrons are welcomed to bring in bites — and food trucks are often on-site to enjoy with your pints! Look for Big Meaty Phillys, 5-2-oh, Bad Wolf BBQ, and many more.
Loggers Brewing Company Choose from over a dozen brews, ciders, and seltzers on tap and enjoy at a picnic table on the patio with street eats from Fried Bean BBQ, regularly on-site. Keep watch for live music & Trivia Nights!

What are the best food truck festivals in Frankenmuth & Saginaw, Michigan?

Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival With 20+ Michigan-based food trucks per festival, the "chowdown" takes place each second Thursday from May - September at Frankenmuth River Place Shops! Admission is free to access a mouthwatering menu of food truck options, family-friendly activities, live music, craft beer, and tap takeovers. Cheers!
County of Saginaw Summer Food Truck Series Sprinkled throughout the summer months, find food trucks gathered at the Court Street parking lot of the County of Saginaw Courthouse — and find your feast for lunch! With free parking and a variety of food trucks, keep an eye out for favorites from Nom Nom Ninja to Big Meaty Phillys and Mijo's!

Summer Trip Ideas

Best Patios for Outdoor + Waterfront Dining in the Great Lakes Bay

It’s summertime in the Great Lakes Bay, and there’s no better way to savor this delicious season than to dine al fresco! Gather up in inviting neighborhoods pleasantly packed with patios — and discover social zones where city streets become one big outdoor dining space!

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