604 Red Cross Street.
Since the first drop in the cast iron skillet, Truck's has been a maritime fixture. Born in the heart of Wilmington, our flavor is forged in high-heat tradition and the salty air of the Cape Fear.
Authentic riverfront techniques passed through generations of coastal fryers.
We never break the seasoning. Our skillets carry the history of every bird served.
More than a restaurant, a cornerstone of the Wilmington neighborhood identity.
A guarded spice blend that creates a texture you won't find anywhere else on the coast.
The Daily Fry
The Truck's Whole Bird
Hard-fried, deep-seasoned 8-piece. The original standard of Red Cross Street.
- + HONEY-DRIZZLED CRUNCH
- + HOUSE SPICE BLEND
The Soul Sides Flight
Stone-ground grits with melting butter, slow-simmered collards, and a wedge of cornbread.
- + POT LIKKER FINISH
- + CAST IRON CORNBREAD
Atlantic Whiting Platter
Fresh-catch fillets, cornmeal-dusted and flash-fried. Served with lemon and house tartar.
- + WILMINGTON DOCKSIDE CATCH
- + CORNMEAL CRUST
Guarded Legacy.
Heavily Seasoned.
"You don't just eat at Truck's. You participate in a century of Wilmington survival and celebration."
Truck's Chicken 'n Fish isn't interested in the trends of modern dining. We serve the same deep-seasoned crunch that powered the shipyard workers and neighborhood icons for decades. Our secret isn't just the flour, it's the heat, the iron, and the history.
Every platter served at 604 Red Cross is a tribute to the "Premium Grit" of our city. We respect the bird, we respect the fire, and most importantly, we respect the people who walk through our doors.
Visit Us
604 Red Cross Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
- MON - THU 11AM - 9PM
- FRI - SAT 11AM - 11PM
- SUN 12PM - 7PM
Bring the Soul
to your Table.
Inquire about large party orders, local catering, or just say hello to the crew.