Food Truck Festival - Saturday, May 5th

Ticket Prices Vary - Purchase a ticket @ http://www.mexfestnyc.com/

"New York City is known to be the food mecca of the world with countless restaurants for foodies to enjoy.  However, one cannot be a true foodie without taking it to the street and enjoying the gourmet food truck scene in NY. Food trucks are all the craze around the nation, but it all starts in NYC where the cream of the crop constantly roams and features an unparalleled selection of unique cuisines. There's something about walking up to one of these mobile eateries, ordering one of their signature eats, and grubbing right on the street that makes it a unique experience that every New Yorker enjoys.  With that in mind, iAdventure decided to save you the leg work and gathered all the top NYC food trucks and offer them to you at one event!"

-Mex Fest

Food Trucks Scheduled To Attend Are:

* = written about in the native new yorker

* LUKE'S LOBSTER 
TREATS TRUCK
KIMICHI TACO

COOLHAUS
FRITES' N' MEATS

* GORILLA CHEESE

SCHNITZEL & THINGS

* WAFELS & DINGES

TAIM

MOBILE MILK

TRUCKKEVIN SLUSH

* SOUVLAKI GR

MEXICO BLVD

EDDIE'S PIZZA

BIG D'S GRUB

Cafeteria

Old faithful Cafeteria.  Open 24/7.    If the location looks familiar it is probably because you have seen it on a range of different screens including the HBO series, Sex and The City.  It is the type of place that is frequented by tourists, New Yorkers and C list celebrities who “don’t want to be seen”.  The wait might be long and the service is definitely below par but the ambiance and food lives up to the hype.  The best dish hands down is the “Mac Attack” which is a tasting of three different Mac & Cheeses (bacon & gouda, truffle, regular).  Even if you are not a soup person, the thick and creamy tomato soup with a taste of a mini grilled cheese is absolutely spectacular.

LOCATION: 119 7th Avenue (Between 17th & 18th Street) - $$

NEAREST TRANSIT: (1,2) (F,M) (A,C,E)

MORE INFORMATION: http://www.cafeteriagroup.com

Stand4

The Stand4 slogan, "the rare well-done burger restaurant".  Cleverly put Stand4, but the real draw is undeniably the shakes...especially the Toasted Marshmallow Shake.  The dessert has even been featured by Iron Chef Michael Symon on The Food Network Show, The Best Thing I Ever Ate.  During the Sugar Rush episode, Iron Chef Symon devours three of the shakes during the taping.  The Native New Yorker would have to agree - the Toasted Marshmallow Shake is quite addicting.

LOCATION: 24 East 12th Street (Between 5th Ave. & University Place) - $$

NEAREST TRANSIT: (4,5,6) (N,Q,R) (L)

MORE INFORMATION: http://www.standburger.com

Butter Restaurant

Dining at Butter Restaurant is primarily renowned for the experience as opposed to the cuisine.  The innovative modern restaurant transports costumers to the most elegant looking cabin with birch trees surrounding the downstairs space.  For those who watch Chopped on Food Network, Judge Alex Guarnaschelli is the Executive Chef at the upscale eatery.   

For first time costumers, try the Cavatappi Pasta with Spicy Lamb Sausage to start.  Following the appetizer, continue the meal with the tender Hudson Valley Duck Breast which is undoubtedly one of the most popular entrées.  If room permits, the Raspberry Beignet with vanilla dipping sauce is certainly a heavenly fan favorite.  

LOCATION: 415 Lafayette Street (Between 4th Street & Astor Place) - $$$

NEAREST TRANSIT: (4,6) (N,R)

MORE INFORMATION: http://www.butterrestaurant.com

Pasticceria Rocco

Family owned and operated since 1974, Rocco's is the epitome of a traditional Italian Bakery.  Walking into the linear space, large glass showcases display a selection of widespread classic treats along the left of the bakery.  A selection of tables are available across from the displays as well to the back of the shop, yet most costumers tend to get their dessert on the go.  Why wait to indulge? Keep in mind prices are a little high and they are not shown so it can be difficult to gauge how much you are sending without consulting the staff.  

A suggestion: although Rocco's turns out delicious treats, stick to the classics when it comes to ordering.  The cannoli's are stuffed to order so they are always fresh.  A personal favorite, the Rocco's eclair which is perfectly stuffed with a custard filling. Or try Rocco's world famous Sfogliatelle which is a dry dessert that is a crispy layered pastry with their special ricotta and semolina filling. 

LOCATION: 243 Bleecker Street (Between Carmine & Leroy Street) - $$

NEAREST TRANSIT: (A,B,C,D,E,F,M) (1)

MORE INFORMATION: http://www.pasticceriarocco.com