Southwest Boulevard
Pepe’s Tacos
The mysterious Pepe’s Tacos has no online presence, so it’s impossible to truly predict where they will be, but more likely than not, you’ll find them parked in front of Don’s Market and Liquors on Southwest Boulevard. Pepe’s is one of the most consistent late-night food trucks to be enjoyed after hitting one of the local bars on the Boulevard. It’s not just convenient; it’s delicious. Go for the carne asada if you want something simple, or grab some hearty birria if you need something to soak up the booze. 3000 Southwest Blvd., KCMO
Kculichi Sushi
It’s not often you find Mexican flavors packed into a sushi roll, but this truck serves just that. Kculichi is the ultimate in fusion cuisine, delivering fresh-cut rows of sushi doused with the spices and sauces of the sea-bordering state of Sinaloa, Mexico, in each to-go box. As a bonus, it’s open until midnight Friday through Sunday. 3014 Southwest Blvd., KCMO, @kculichi_sushi
Westport
Grit N Gravy
Usually sitting at 75th and Troost, Grit N Gravy comes to Westport every weekend. Burgers, wings and Philly cheesesteaks are on the menu (and all mouthwatering), but the best part is you can add their delightful savory gravy to any dish. grittingravy.com
Jerusalem Cafe
Possibly one of Westport’s most long-standing late-night food trucks, Jerusalem Cafe’s gyros are the perfect refresher after having one too many. The Middle Eastern food truck sets up shop every Friday and Saturday (usually in front of The Patio, but that can change) and stays open until 1 am for the night owls and dancing queens. jerusalemkc.com, @jerusalem_kc
18th & Vine
KC Que
You might stumble upon KC Que sitting outside Vine Street Brewery. The barbecue truck serves ribs, burnt ends, beef brisket and pulled pork family-style or by the pound.
kc-que.com, @kc_cue
Julita’s
Julita’s soul food pops up every now and then in KC’s Jazz District and serves delights such as chicken and waffles, shrimp po’ boys, gumbo and collard greens. Chef Julita Latimer’s fried chicken is her signature, but the shrimp po’ boy and baked mac are equally delicious. julitaskc.com, @julitaskc
Deez Nachos
You may have tried Deez Nachos’ late-night eats and game day treats when they had a booth at the Crossroads food hall Parlor, but the family-owned restaurant also owns a food truck. Sure, you can grab some loaded nachos, and you won’t be disappointed, but I recommend snagging some creamy bechamel-based mac and cheese or zesty wings if you really want to indulge.
@deeznachoskc
River Market
Disco Burger
Posted outside the Varsity Club, the River Market’s only cocktail lounge, is Disco Burger, and it serves one of the best smash burgers in the city. It’s worth visiting even if you don’t plan on imbibing beforehand. You can snag a classic burger, decadent ice cream sundae or an elite Sonoran-style hot dog until 10 pm throughout the work week and until 11 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. 319 Delaware St., KCMO, @disco.burger
