It wouldn’t be summer in Rideau Lakes without delicious fare from the local food trucks! Each has something special to offer, whether a unique take on fry favs, or epic hotdogs and even desserts to satisfy your cravings. As part of a day out in Rideau Lakes, enjoy a quick bite and true taste of summer. Read on to discover our top food truck picks!
Crosby Cookhouse
Handcrafted traditional and unique food truck fare with a gourmet twist! Food is made fresh to order here and we hear that the pulled pork and cookhouse burgers are delicious – but the Funnel Cake Supreme is the perfect antidote to a long work week. Located at the corner of Highway 15 and County Road 42 between Elgin, Portland, Forfar and Newboro. Make it a Saturday treat and find the G. Varley Gallery and the Crosby Flea Market right next door.
Crosby Cookhouse photo submitted by Rosanne Lake
Dixie Chips
Have you tried the specialty poutines here? We’re talking bacon, butter chicken, Montreal smoked meat and even taco – yes, poutine! If you are visiting Portland or just driving through, Dixie Chips food truck offers fries, burgers, onion rings, fish and chips, chicken fingers and even sweet potato fries! Get your food to go and enjoy it in beautiful Hanna Park on the Big Rideau.
Hank’s Fries
Did someone say smoked brisket? Beyond all the food truck classics, this menu will make your mouth water! Did we mention juicy cheeseburgers with all the fixings and racks of ribs? Try their poutine: smoked brisket poutine, pulled pork poutine and smoked chicken poutine! And they source from the local butcher! This iconic food stand on Highway 15 just outside of Smiths Falls has been in business for 30 years and counting! Open year round. Check their Facebook page for features and specials at https://www.facebook.com/HanksFries/
Photo: Hank's Fries Facebook Page
J & S Goodies
Burgers and poutine and great service, oh my! Enjoy this stop to fill your belly in the beautiful little village of Delta, set on Lower Beverley Lake across the street from the Bastard Coffee House and right beside Sub Zero. Eat right at the picnic table out front of the food truck or wander behind to find a cute waterfront oasis with benches overlooking the creek!
J and S Goodies Food Truck Facebook
Ma and Pa’s Country Fries
From poutine to salted caramel ice cream, this chip wagon and ice cream shop is serving up all your favourites, located on Hwy 15 close to Smiths Falls (244 Lombard St). From scooped ice cream to fish & chips and even an epic bacon cheeseburger, this is a great stop near Bernie’s Nearly New Shoppe and Gallery 15 Multi-Vendor Indoor Flea Market!
Country Fries and Country Scoops Facebook Page Take your food to go and find a place to picnic! Use our picnic guide to find a spot – often waterside – to enjoy a peaceful place to eat. Find a bench, covered pavilion, picnic table or stretch out in the grass!
Indulge in a memorable meal from food trucks in Rideau Lakes!
