Great Food. Sweet Treats. Festival Favorites.
Food Trucks & Sweet Treats
The inaugural Emerald Isle Praise Fest featured an incredible variety of local food trucks, desserts, and festival favorites for attendees to enjoy throughout the day. From savory meals to sweet treats, the 2026 event brought together great food, fellowship, and community on the Crystal Coast as organizers look toward a potential return in 2027.
Garden of Eaten
Garden of Eaten is a Carteret County family-operated food truck serving fresh, locally sourced favorites. Known for wholesome ingredients and made-from-scratch goodness, their menu offers flavorful meals that feel satisfying without being heavy. It’s the perfect stop for fresh, feel-good food that keeps you fueled for the festival.
Captain's Kitchen
Captain’s Kitchen serves up classic Southern seafood favorites, from shrimp burgers and shrimp plates to fried catfish and barbecue sandwiches. Known for their crispy, golden-fried specialties and coastal flavor, they bring the taste of Eastern North Carolina to every order. It’s the perfect stop for hearty, down-home seafood done right.
What's Jay Cook'n
What’s Jay Cookin’ brings bold, classic American favorites to the festival, serving up juicy smash burgers, crispy fries, hot dogs, and grilled comfort food done right. Known for big flavor and fresh-off-the-grill goodness, it’s the perfect spot to grab a satisfying bite between sets.
KC's Brews
KC's Brews serves up handcrafted coffee, espresso favorites, and refreshing specialty drinks from their charming mobile coffee camper. Known for friendly service and cozy café vibes on the go, KC Brews is the perfect place to grab a fresh pick-me-up, iced latte, or sweet treat while enjoying the festival atmosphere.
The Frosty Flounder
The Frosty Flounder Ice Cream is a vintage-style ice cream truck serving up nostalgic favorites with a coastal twist. From classic ice cream bars and popsicles to pup cups and custom-made floats, there’s a sweet, refreshing treat for everyone. It’s the perfect way to cool off and enjoy a little taste of summer at the festival.