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Roanoke's Food Trucks: Special Menus To Meet Everyone's Dietary Needs

Navigate Roanoke, VA's food trucks and find the perfect fit for your family’s dietary needs.

By Erika Jones, Owner of SociaRae Inc. August 11, 2024

As families become more conscious of dietary preferences and restrictions, finding suitable dining options can be a challenge. Thankfully, Roanoke’s vibrant food truck scene offers an array of menus catering to various dietary accommodations. Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, or looking for kosher options, these food trucks have something special for everyone.

Vegetarian Delights

Pink Lemonade and Kind Brew Coffee Co. are fantastic options for vegetarians. These trucks prioritize plant-based ingredients, ensuring a variety of delicious and wholesome vegetarian meals. Additionally, Kefi - Greek Food with a Passion offers delightful vegetarian options, bringing Mediterranean flavors to the streets of Roanoke.

Kosher and Dairy-Free Treats

Kind Brew Coffee Co. proudly offers kosher strawberry banana smoothies. For those with dairy intolerance, they have almond milk and dairy-free coconut milk whipped cream. If you need a caffeine-free option, their dandelion and chicory tea latte is a must-try.

Gluten-Free Goodies

Petals & Sugar specializes in gluten-free treats like macarons, meringues, and pavlova. They also create dairy-free buttercream fillings for their macarons. For those seeking vegan options, they offer a range of vegan baked goods, including muffins and cakes, and can customize almost any dessert to be vegan or gluten-free. However, it's important to note that their kitchen is not entirely gluten-free, so their products are suitable for those sensitive to gluten but not for those with severe gluten allergies.

Driftwood Catering-Floyd, VA and Copper Dog and Co. both offer gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options, making them excellent choices for families with diverse dietary needs. Bread Run Roanoke provides gluten-sensitive offerings made with gluten-free ingredients, though they operate in a kitchen that contains gluten, so their products are best for those with gluten sensitivity rather than celiac disease.

A Heavenly Sandwich takes it a step further by ensuring all their vegetable options are alpha-gal friendly, catering to those with this specific dietary restriction. Delicia's Gourmet Ice, whose motto is "We Create Smiles", offers treats that are dairy-free, egg-free, and gluten-free, ensuring a delightful experience for everyone.


Vegan Options

Queen's Vegan Cafe is a haven for vegans, offering an all-vegan menu. From savory dishes to sweet treats, this food truck ensures that vegans have a plethora of delicious options to choose from.

Sugar-Free Options

The Local Lemon offers a refreshing alternative for those looking to reduce sugar intake. They use stevia in their lemonades for a delicious, sugar-free option that doesn’t compromise on taste.

Stay Connected with the Roanoke Food Truck Finder

For families wanting to explore these food trucks and more, the Roanoke Food Truck Finder Page on Facebook is an invaluable resource. This free platform allows food truck owners, mobile caterers, tent setups, and private chefs to market their menus, schedules, and availability. It’s not just for the vendors—venues, hosts, festivals, businesses, and food enthusiasts can submit their requests and quickly reach almost every food truck in the surrounding area.

Roanoke's food truck scene is diverse and accommodating, ensuring that no matter your dietary needs, there's something delicious waiting for you. From vegetarian meals to gluten-free desserts and kosher smoothies, these food trucks are committed to offering inclusive menus that cater to everyone in the family. Be sure to check out the Roanoke Food Truck Finder Page on Facebook to stay updated on where and when these food trucks will be available. Enjoy the convenience, variety, and delightful flavors of Roanoke’s food trucks!