The best truck stop eats in every state
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Hitting the road? You'll probably want to plan some sustenance stops along the way – and, if you skip the chains, there are some truly unexpected food treasures to be found. We've found the best truck stop restaurant, café or diner in every state.
Our selections are based on genuine user reviews, awards and accolades, and the first-hand experience of our team. They're also regularly checked and updated.
Alabama: Derailed Diner, Oasis Travel Center, Robertsdale

Halfway between Mobile, Alabama and Pensacola, Florida, Derailed Diner can be found off exit 53 on I-10. It's a quirky spot, with truck-themed interiors and gas station memorabilia, and part of the diner set in a remodeled old railroad car. Expect a menu of hamburgers, sandwiches, and salads, as well as dinners including country fried steak, smoky mountain chicken, and meatloaf, all served with mashed potatoes or rice, vegetable of the day, and cornbread or dinner roll.
Alaska: Hilltop Truck Stop, Fairbanks

Truckers and travelers in need of comfort food while ploughing through snowy Alaska will be pleased to encounter Hilltop Truck Stop. The joint is known for decadent desserts – people rave about the pies, which include coconut cream and blueberry – and its savory menu features an all-day breakfast with reindeer sausage and a fried halibut sandwich.
Arizona: Omar’s Hi-Way Chef, Tucson Truck Terminal, Tucson

Tucson Truck Terminal – or Triple T, as it’s fondly known – is home to Omar’s Hi-Way Chef. It's scooped second place on Food Network’s top truck stops in the country and has also been crowned the best breakfast in Tucson. Order the I-10 Belly Buster (two eggs, two strips of bacon, two sausage patties, two pancakes or French toast, and grilled ham). Another favorite is the signature apple pie, which comes with a mountain of ice cream. Other dishes on the massive menu include burgers, salads, sandwiches, pasta, and omelets.
Arkansas: Hillbilly Hideout, Workman’s Travel Center, Ozark

Out in the Arkansas boonies, Workman’s Travel Center – and the complex’s Hillbilly Hideout – is a welcome rest stop. There’s a good choice of burgers, sandwiches, steaks, and salads, but truckers often praise the 24-hour breakfasts. Choose between omelets served with hash browns and toast, chocolate chip waffles, French toast or eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy.
California: Wildhorse Cafe, King City

Claiming to offer the best chicken fried steak on Highway 101, Wildhorse Cafe, on the outskirts of King City, serves Southern-inspired sustenance for those trucking on the West Coast. Customers love the corned beef hash and chile verde omelets, while the lunch menu has a wide range of sandwiches, burgers, soups, and salads. Highlights include the California Dreamin burger with bacon, avocado and mozzzarella, turkey club supreme with Swiss cheese, bacon, ham and tomatoes on sourdough, and the warm brownie ice cream pie.
Colorado: Johnson’s Corner, Johnstown

While traversing the Centennial State, drivers can satisfy their sweet-treat cravings at Johnson’s Corner on the I-25. The cinnamon rolls are said to be 'world famous' here and customers seem to agree. Fluffy and dripping with sugary frosting, they’re the ideal pick-me-up for a long-haul journey. Other baked goods include the homemade fruit and cream pies, plus there's a wide breakfast and dinner menu including dishes such as classic egg breakfast, spaghetti and meatballs, and fried chicken with a choice of two sides.
Connecticut: Country Pride, TA Travel Center, Willington

Although Country Pride is a chain found in many Travel Centers of America across the US, don't let it put you off stopping here because what you'll get is a tasty meal almost any time of the day. The menu is filled with hearty breakfast dishes, omelets, burgers, and sandwiches, as well as fried chicken and steak. Customers appreciate the quick service too.
Delaware: 301 Plaza Restaurant, 301 Travel Plaza, Middletown

Upon entering Delaware from Maryland, the main road will direct you to 301 Plaza Restaurant. Here, hungry truckers and travelers can tuck into breakfasts, giant burgers, prime rib with roast potatoes, or prawn linguine. The fried chicken dinner is also highly praised.
Florida: Cafe 27, Southwest Ranches

Naturally, the wildest place to pull up your truck in Florida is just north of Miami, on the periphery of the Everglades. Not only is Cafe 27 a popular trucker spot, it’s also a meeting place for bikers and it turns into a bar with metal bands at night. When it comes to food, start with the gator bites, then tuck into a sandwich with mahi served grilled, blackened, or fried.
Georgia: Old Time Country Kitchen, Newborn Truck Stop, Tallapoosa

On the way into Alabama from Atlanta on the I-20 and getting that country food craving? Old Time Country Kitchen at Newborn Truck Stop has you covered. The buffet has fried chicken, fried green tomatoes, cream corn, hot bread rolls, green beans, tender roast beef and all the Southern trimmings, or there are dishes made fresh to order, like this hand breaded chicken sandwich. Customers praise the friendly service in particular.
Hawaii: Ted’s Bakery, Oahu

Although not technically a truck stop, Ted’s Bakery is a decent spot to park up if you’re looking for food while cruising along Kamehameha Highway. Diners can sit down with ocean views and feast on a ham and egg breakfast sandwich or pan-fried garlic shrimp. Don’t miss out on a slice of cream pie either; special plate lunches include this tasty dessert for free.
Idaho: Boise Stage Stop Restaurant, Boise Stage Stop, Boise

Boise Stage Stop opened in 1891, making it one of the oldest continually operating businesses in Idaho. It’s also one of the best-loved truck stops in the US. There are a variety of cuisines on offer at the restaurant, including Mexican, classic American, and Italian, but it’s best known as a fantastic steakhouse. It serves sirloin with shrimp, has a range of hearty burgers, and you can even get a T-bone at breakfast.
Illinois: Greater Chicago I-55 Truck Plaza, Bolingbrook

This pared-back truck stop might not look much from the outside, but it houses a mom-and-pop-style restaurant that's a hit with truckers and travelers alike. Vintage signs and music posters decorate the walls and the menu is packed with comforting dishes from fried chicken to biscuits and gravy. Named after the owner, John's Steak – broiled rib-eye with grilled onions, mushrooms, and jalapeños – is a menu favorite.
Indiana: Gas Grill Family Restaurant, Speedway, Knightstown

If you’re seeking comfort food on Highway 70 between Indianapolis and Columbus, you’ll feel like you’re back in grandma’s kitchen at Gas Grill Family Restaurant. Here you’ll find well-priced and hearty rib-eye sandwiches and country-fried steak with gravy, mashed potatoes and beans, and customers absolutely adore the food here. For dessert, there's ice cream, rice pudding or Jell-O. There's also a daily specials menu with dishes such as crab cakes, pasta alfredo and salmon steak.
Iowa: Iowa 80 Kitchen, Iowa 80, Walcott

Encompassing a mind-boggling 100,000 square feet of space, Iowa 80 is reportedly the world’s largest truck stop and it's about to get bigger with plans underway to update the truck stop and add an extra 23,000 square feet. There are many fast food options here, but most make a beeline for Iowa 80 Kitchen. Here you'll find breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets, plus comforting entrées like rib-eye sandwiches, fried chicken, and spaghetti.
Kansas: Russell’s Restaurant, Salina

It’s not just truckers who love Russell’s Restaurant – locals from all over Salina dine here and praise the well-priced food and huge portions. Rustic and low-key, the place serves all-you-can-eat fried chicken, plus chicken livers and gizzards. The menu also includes Midwest comfort food like smothered steak or the catfish dinner. The restaurant is celebrating its 50 year anniversary in November 2023.
Kentucky: HomeCooker, London Auto Truck Center, London

HomeCooker stands head and shoulders above the chains at London Auto Truck Center, dishing out fried chicken, steaks, cheese fries, and loaded nachos to hungry drivers. Restless truckers can also pick up something for later at the grab-n-go section. Customers particularly love their breakfasts and roast beef dinners.
Louisiana: Fred's Travel Center, St. Gabriel

As well as an extensive buffet, Fred's has a menu of burgers, breakfasts, pizza, and seafood to satisfy the hungriest of truckers. Visitors praise the good food and friendly service and there's also a casino on site.
Maine: Dysart’s Coldbrook Road Restaurant, Dysart's Truck Stop, Bangor

Dysart’s Truck Stop is a favorite in The Pine Tree State. Top menu picks include their best-selling chicken pot pie and meatloaf, but there’s also poutine and hot sandwiches. You can pick up some sweet treats for the road from the bakery too: choose between chocolate cream pie, whoopie pies and cookie platters.
Maryland: Belle Grove Grocery, Little Orleans

Before crossing the Maryland border into Pennsylvania, many drivers make a pit stop at Belle Grove Grocery. Rotating specials such as barbecue pork sandwiches and hamburger macaroni casseroles keep the menu fresh, while the staples – 'pies to die for' and 'the best burger around' – keep customers coming back for more.
Massachusetts: Brody’s Diner, Shrewsbury

Brody’s Diner is an unpretentious dining spot offering humongous stacks of buttermilk pancakes and chunky ham, pepper and onion omelets. Customers comment on the huge portions, and comedian Jerry Seinfeld even reportedly wrote a Yelp review describing the coffee mugs as 'big enough to wash your feet in'. There's a daily list of specials too, like this mouthwatering stuffed banana French toast.
Michigan: 76th Street Truck Stop Diner, Byron Center

Around 10 miles south of Grand Rapids, 76th Street Truck Stop Diner is a haven for hungry truck drivers. All the diner’s burgers, sandwiches and wraps come with fries or homemade chips, with options like the Big Mother Trucker: two half-pound patties, three slices of sourdough, Cheddar, Monterey Jack, sauce, and salad. Or you can build your own skillet – add items like bacon, sausage and ham to a base of scrambled eggs, potato, and cheese.
Minnesota: Nelson Bros. Restaurant & Bakery, Clearwater Travel Plaza, Clearwater

One of Minnesota’s best bakeries can be found at a truck stop in Clearwater. Highlights at Nelson Bros. include donuts the size of your head and fritter bread in five heavenly flavors. The attached restaurant’s menu goes on for miles with homemade meals such as pizza, meatloaf, and fritter French toast. There’s even a pub.
Mississippi: Crazy K’s Food & Fuel, Buckatunna

Good food options are limited on the route down towards the beautiful beaches of Mississippi, Alabama and Florida, but Crazy K’s Food & Fuel is an exception. It serves classics such as po' boys and fried chicken, and the staff have even been known to bring food to passengers who have broken down on the surrounding roads. Now, that's Southern hospitality.
Missouri: Heartland Express, Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Driving through the state and in need of a break? Heartland Express, close to I-55, is an old-school joint with plenty of parking, a store, and excellent dining too. If you’re stopping by at lunch, there's a changing menu of specials every day that customers love as well as Hunt Brothers Pizza and hot takeout specials, like corn dogs, pizza sticks, and popcorn chicken.
Montana: Broadway Diner, Broadway Flying J Travel Plaza, Belgrade

North of Yellowstone National Park, Broadway Diner at the Broadway Flying J Travel Plaza is a welcome sight for weary travelers and truckers. It offers a big breakfast selection such as blueberry pancakes, biscuits and gravy with eggs, bacon and hash browns, and BLTs on rye at reasonable prices. There's also a wide menu of main meals and delicious desserts like this tasty apple pie. It's part of a chain, but the quick and friendly service is that of an independent spot.
Nebraska: Taste of India, Jay Bros. Truck Stop, Overton

While most roadside truck stop diners usually serve classic American dishes, this spot is all about fabulous Indian curries. At Taste of India, you can dive into satisfying plates of butter chicken, biryanis, chana masala, and garlic naan in a convenience store setting. It’s a truly original experience that typically has people driving across the Cornhusker State.
Nevada: Area 51 Alien Center, Amargosa Valley

Between Death Valley National Park and Las Vegas, Area 51 Alien Center is an out-of-this-world pit-stop in the desert. A cracking photo opportunity, it’s a lime green, alien-themed gift shop with a small but unexpectedly good diner attached. They whip up shakes, root beer floats, cheeseburgers, and fries.
New Hampshire: The Common Man Roadside North, Hooksett Welcome Center, Hooksett

The Common Man Roadside North is a multiplex with something for everyone. The Hi-Way Diner is a kitsch, 1950s-inspired joint with outstanding veggie options. Then, for something sweet, there’s the Common Man Donut Shop. Alternatively, you can head to the Roadside Deli for pizza, burgers, and homemade potato chips.
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New Jersey: Seaport Diner, Elizabeth

Located off exit 13a on the New Jersey Turnpike and around the corner from the Elizabeth Seaport, Seaport Diner is a popular place for truckers to stop. For breakfast you can choose from a range of waffles, breakfast sandwiches, and omelets – customers love the Western with ham, onions and peppers. The extensive lunch and dinner menus include chicken and vegetable stir-fry with rice, burgers, toasted sandwiches, and fried jumbo shrimp.
New Mexico: Russell's Route 66 Diner, Russell’s Travel Center, Glenrio

On the cusp of New Mexico and Texas, Russell’s Travel Center offers truckers a historic Route 66 experience with its classic diner and museum. While there are plenty of standard burgers on offer, why not opt for a Tex-Mex dish? The spot serves great chile rellenos, refried beans, and beef tamales. While you're there, you can also check out all the vintage memorabilia and gain free entry to the classic car museum.
New York: Mapleview Family Restaurant, Parish

There's a huge breakfast menu to choose from at the Mapleview Family Restaurant including stuffed three egg omelets, waffles, pancakes, deluxe sandwiches, and the breakfast quesadilla – tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, cheese, bacon, sausage, peppers, and onions. The lunch and dinner menu is just as varied, with highlights including Philly steak, Mediterranean turkey burger, and classic chef salad. Diners rate the reasonable prices and fresh food.
North Carolina: Haywood 209 Cafe, Waynesville

For an upmarket truck stop experience, drivers can head to Haywood 209 Cafe in Waynesville, North Carolina, which is known as a favorite on the interstate. The breakfast menu has all of the classics you would expect while the lunch and dinner menu includes this delicious pulled pork, popcorn shrimp and ribeye steak.
North Dakota: Schatz Crossroads, Minot

Schatz Crossroads in Minot, North Dakota, serves a breakfast steak and eggs plate that comes with hash browns and toast – if you're heading North, it'll tide you over all the way to Canada. If that doesn’t tickle your fancy, then you could try a ham and cheese hoagie or a chicken Philly.
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Ohio: Mobil Cafe, Olmsted Falls

Mobil Cafe, attached to the Sunoco station in Olmsted Falls, serves gyros and deli-style sandwiches crammed with cured meats, pickles and cheese to go or to eat in, but it’s the hummus served by owner Khalil Dari and his chef mum that has really taken off. Named Mama Mary’s, it comes in tempting colors and flavors like jalapeño and garlic, and many customers stop here just for that.
Oklahoma: Leo & Ken’s Truck Stop and Restaurant, Lawton

Oklahoma’s favorite mom-and-pop shop, Leo & Ken’s, has been open since 1963 and the hamburger steak, lemon Jell-O and fresh cheesecake are dishes to write home about. They also have daily specials, which they post on their Facebook page, so be sure to check out what's on offer each day. It’s open 24/7.
Oregon: Pioneer Villa Truck Plaza Restaurant, Pioneer Villa Truck Plaza, Halsey

Pioneer Villa Truck Plaza's restaurant is a great pit stop along Highway 5 to Portland. Breakfast is served all day or choose a meal from the lunch and dinner menu including country fried steak, home style pot roast, and shrimp fettuccini alfredo. Diners praise the huge portions and reasonable prices.
Pennsylvania: Keystone Restaurant & Truck Stop, Loretto

Truckers love this central Pennsylvanian haunt for its friendly service and generous portions. This is the place for cheese lovers too, as the menu has an entire melt section including tuna, chicken, and bacon, and a Reuben with mounds of corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese. The specials menu is posted daily on the restaurant's Facebook page.
Rhode Island: Cafe Tempo Coffee House, Warwick

As the smallest state in America, good truck stops are hard to come by in Rhode Island. To get away from fast food chain options, you can head to Cafe Tempo Coffee House for incredible coffee and bagels. It serves plain and onion bagels with cream cheese, egg, ham, bacon, sausage, and more. It's well worth the small detour.
South Carolina: Little Fisher Truck Stop & Restaurant, Scranton

Heading down to Myrtle Beach? Little Fisher Truck Stop & Restaurant, a family-owned convenience store open every day of the year, is a top stop. Known for their hospitality, the owners are there to quell all your hunger pangs with options like fried chicken, pork chops and gravy, mac 'n' cheese, baked beans, and hot dogs. The food is reasonably priced too.
South Dakota: Ditty’s Diner, KimballTitle

Adjacent to Truck Street in Kimball, Ditty’s is an inviting spot to pull up for a rest. There are pre-packed deli sandwiches and salads if you’re hungry and in a hurry, or those with time to stay a while can try the loaded baked potato with pulled pork, beef barley soup, or Indian taco, pictured. Diners say the food is tasty and service super friendly.
Tennessee: The Old Oak, Spring Hill

The tamales turned out daily at The Old Oak are truly something special. All the food served at this Mexican taqueria is pretty special, in fact. Sisters Angelina and Made San Juan Rizo bought the old gas station and convenience store in 2000 and have turned it into a favorite spot for visitors and locals, thanks to delicious snacks and meals made to their grandmother’s original recipes. Don't worry, you can still get gas too.
Texas: The Big Texan Steak Ranch, Amarillo

The Lone Star State has more top-notch roadside pit stops than you can shake a stick at, but The Big Texan Steak Ranch might just be the best. It typically hosts a 72-ounce steak competition (served with shrimp cocktail, baked potato, salad, and a roll). Looking for something a little smaller? There's also Rocky Mountain oysters, fried chicken, or a rack of baby back ribs.
Utah: Kan Kun Mexican Restaurant, Beaver

You can get your Mexican fix on l-15 between Salt Lake City and Las Vegas at Kan Kun Mexican Restaurant, which stays open until around 10pm. The specialty here is homemade tamales, but customers are also big fans of the chile verde, shredded beef tacos, and Margaritas. For those doing the driving, there's Mexican Coca-Cola too.
Vermont: Marty’s 1st Stop, Danville

If you’re heading up Highway 2 (or down, for that matter) in Danville, Vermont, you can swing into Marty’s 1st Stop for a gourmet trucker’s lunch and all your supplies. The soft-shell crab is a winner and the rotation of soups, including clam chowder, chop suey, potato bacon, and chicken rice, will be sure to warm you up on chillier days. The specials, like this chop suey with garlic bread, are worth a look too. A true one-stop shop, it's also got you covered for groceries.
Virginia: Joe’s Griddle & Grill, Harrisonburg Travel Center, Harrisonburg

Virginia road-trippers should stop in at Joe’s Diner at the Harrisonburg Travel Center. A classic 24-hour diner, it serves rotating daily specials such as Salisbury steak, spaghetti, and pork tenderloin. If you’re in a hurry, order online so you’re back on the road in minutes.
Washington: Gee Cee's Family Style Restaurant, Gee Cee’s Truck Stop, Toledo

What better way to start the day than with a Gee Cee's Breakfast? Served at this spot off exit 57 on I-5, there are eggs, hash browns and toast, plus breakfast meats, pancakes, and biscuits and gravy. For something a little less heavy, there are salads, but whatever you order it will be huge – and that’s why truckers love it.
West Virginia: Tamarack, Beckley

Tamarack is a truck stop with a difference: this spot along the I-77 has a theater, fine arts gallery and regular events, as well as its top-notch gourmet offerings. Travelers can swing by for dishes like the signature chicken pot pie or fancier options such as the breaded rainbow trout and lemongrass-smoked shrimp bowl. There are food deals available for truckers too.
Wisconsin: Pine Cone Restaurant, Pine Cone Travel Plaza, Johnson Creek

When heading up l-94 and Highway 26, it's worth holding out for the Pine Cone Travel Plaza at exit 267, which, for a truck stop, has a lot of fans. Choose the waffles, eggs Benedict, or the steak and eggs, then stock up on cream puffs, cookies and éclairs for your onward journey.
Wyoming: Broken Wheel Truck Stop, Douglas

Broken Wheel Truck Stop does its bit to help truckers combat the Wyoming winter cold. On Tuesdays, anyone who comes through the door gets a free cup of coffee and, while you’re inside, you can fill your belly with one of its cracking breakfast options.
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