7 OF THE BEST FOOD TRUCKS IN LOS ANGELES

If you’re the type of traveller who gets a buzz from hunting down your destination’s local fare, you’ll be excited to know that food trucks in Los Angeles are legitimately the easiest way to get a taste of the local flavours that set this city’s culinary scene on the map.

Not only are food trucks helmed by creative — often legendary — chefs, but they also embody LA’s casual lifestyle and reflect its diverse and extreme cuisine, from tacos filled with ceviche and mac n cheese pulled pork toasted sandwiches through to nitrogen ice cream.

With more than 200 trucks roaming the streets of LA, some are so popular locals hunt them down as soon as they park up, forming a line that snakes down the sidewalk before they’re even open for service.

Angelinos jump on Twitter or websites to see where their favourite trucks will be each day, as locations often change daily. Only a few have a set weekly roster.

When you do come across a truck with a legendary line, you know you’re on to a winner — joining the queue is mandatory. Check out these top seven food trucks that are an absolute must.

GETTING THERE

Air New Zealand flies Auckland to Los Angeles, with one-way Economy Class fares starting from $889. airnewzealand.com

ONLINE

For more foodie inspiration visit discoverlosangeles.com