The Food Trucks of NYC [PHOTOS]

Lurking below the towering office buildings of Lower Manhattan, crowding the busy sidewalks of Soho, or tucked away on the numbered cross streets of Midtown, the food trucks of New York City are beacons of light for an increasing number of New Yorkers fascinated with haute casual food.

Though small in number, these mobile merchants have a large following of devoted gastronomes glued to Twitter to locate their favorite wandering road warrior.

Press "Start" to view a collection of the iconic trucks and CLICK HERE to read the full story.

Menu Highlights: Cubanos, Mojo Chicken, Bongo Dogs, Empanadas, and Tostones

Menu: Frozen yogurt with gourmet toppings in cones or cups

Menu Highlights: Bifteki Sandwich, Souvlaki Stix, Pitas, and Patates.

Menu: Authentic Mexican grub

Menu Highlights: The kind of coffee that put two nearby Starbucks out of business

Menu Highlights: Kofta Sandwich, Harira Soup, and Veal Piccata.

Menu Highlights: Italian Sausage Heros and Philly Cheese Steaks

Menu Highlights: Aguas Frescas, Tacos, and Enchiladas.

Menu Highlights: Chorizo Burritos and Tofu Chipotle Quesadillas

Menu Highlights: BBQ Pulled Pork Wafel, De Verdekke, and Hot Belgian Cocoa.

Menu Highlights: Iced Chai Zings, Macchiatos, and Espressos

Menu: Asian fusion at its best