The street, home to the caravan of succulent aromas.

 

The options, many, the smell many more, and the flavors a concerto to the mouth.. It is one small step to begin addiction to street food, but its popularity is a giant leap from where it has been before.

 

As a result of the food truck’s booming popularity, many more have appeared on the street selling foods, to the hungry masses who don’t desire the waiting of a restaraunt. Food trucks offer the opportunity for a larger and louder hangout than what people would expect or find at a restaraunt.

 

Sophomore Andrew Joo said, “I really enjoy food trucks. It really feels much more friendly and open than a restaraunt. The people working the food trucks are also super friendly, I sometimes will go just for the great atmosphere. The food is not always restaraunt quality, still tastes quite good.”

 

Food trucks have gained significance because they allow aspiring and established chefs to sell food without the need to rent out a space to build a restaraunt. Furthermore, small business require a word of mouth to grow, so many of them treat customers better.

 

Restaurants are stereotypically a much more formal experience, with a varying atmospheres, ambiences, and noise level.

 

Food trucks on the other hand feel more like a community gathering, almost like a picnic in the park except instead of sandwiches people are buying something deep fried, covered in cheese, or some sort of burger.

 

According to Ibis World, food trucks over the past five years have gained a 46.5 percent growth and supply over 14,000 jobs to U.S. residents.

 

Another reason that gave rise to the food truck craze that they deliver a higher quality fast food.

 

Even renowned chef Anthony Bourdain in a video about his favorite places to eat said that In-N-Out was his favorite restaurant in Los Angeles.

 

According to Fast Food Nation, fast food becomes addictive because it has just the right amount of sugars, fats, and salts in it to make people crave it.

 

“I really love food trucks. Even though it’s really just fast food, it tastes so good,” said sophomore Casey Felton. “Eating healthy is good, but fast food it just tastes so much better. Fats, oils, cheeses, and meats piled as high as the eye can see, it’s just so satisfying.”

 

Another obvious benefit is that food trucks deliver food quickly to the hungry customers at a place they need it.

 

“Food trucks are really convenient if I want to get a quick bite to eat,” said sophomore Rhea Subramanian. “After a soccer game or soccer practice I can easily go and get something to eat. The food get cooked fast, and the only part that takes a while i waiting in line. Generally though, the lines aren’t large.”

 

Food trucks are stationed typically in crowded places or near schools. These ideal locations let them cater to more people, and they are easier to access for people needing a quick bite to eat.

 

Food trucks have been growing in number over the years, because of what they offer. Their convenience, taste and atmosphere are some of the reasons people adore food trucks.