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The Rice Wagon Food Truck in Bryson City, NC

The Rice Wagon is a Hawaiian-Asian fusion food truck that parks regularly at Mountain Layers Brewing Company in Bryson City — open daily from noon to 8 PM at that location. They also run a Cherokee location Wednesday through Sunday (11:30 AM to 8 PM) and make weekly appearances at Innovation Brewing in Dillsboro. Check their Facebook page for daily locations and specials before you go.
What's on the Menu
- Bento Boxes — Rice, seasoned protein, and sides in one satisfying combo
- Spam Musubi — Grilled Spam, sticky rice, and seaweed — a Hawaiian staple done right
- Hamburger Fried Rice — A savory twist on a classic, packed with flavor
- Popcorn Chicken — Crispy, golden bites with a good crunch
- Chef Specials — Rotating dishes based on seasonal ingredients
Tips
- Follow them on Facebook for real-time location updates and daily specials
- Arrive early on weekends — the popular dishes sell out
- Bring cash and card, just in case
- Pair with a craft beer if you're at one of the brewery locations
- Outdoor seating is available — no rush to eat and run
Nearby
- Mountain Layers Brewing — their primary Bryson City home base
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park — minutes away
- Deep Creek — tubing and waterfall trails
- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad — a few blocks away



