12 Best Truck Stop Restaurants Across America for Hungry Travelers

For truckers, finding a good meal is often a logistical problem. It’s not easy to drive a semi into the center of a town and find parking near most of the popular restaurants. Fortunately, there’s an entire industry of restaurants catering to the nation’s 3.5 million truckers, with some serving up food that’s well worth the stop — whether you’re a trucker or just a hungry traveler looking for a hearty meal. 

Using tips from trucker forums, Google reviews and Reddit’s trucker subreddit, we compiled a list of some of the best-reviewed truck stop restaurants across the nation. These popular stops offer easy-access meals and some accompanying conveniences, such as laundry and massages that could be vital during a long haul. If you’re a road tripper or traveler looking for hidden-gem dining experiences that come trucker approved, you’re in luck.