Barbecue in Iowa usually means big plates at sit-down spots, but Farm Boys BBQ has turned heads by rolling smoked meats into cornbread tacos.
Parked around small towns and brewery pop-ups near Des Moines, this family-run truck sends out the smell of hickory smoke long before you see it. Brisket, pulled pork, and chicken get tucked into golden cornbread shells, creating a mashup that feels both familiar and surprising.
The menu stretches to mac bowls and hearty sides, but it’s the tacos that keep people following the truck’s schedule. I waited in line one evening, and the first bite made it clear why so many do the same.
1086 Cornbread Tacos
Steam rises off the cornbread shell, golden and slightly sweet, while pulled pork spills out in smoky ribbons. A bright slaw cuts through the richness, giving crunch to every bite…