2026 Season HOURS
The Grasshopper Food Truck will move its operations indoors this week (7/14-7/16) due to extreme heat on the forecast. Meals will be served out of Kelty’s Kafé.
| Tuesdays | 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
| Wednesdays | 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
| Thursdays | 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. & 4:30 - 7 p.m. |
The Grasshopper Food Truck will operate indoors out of Kelty's Kafé if the heat index is forecasted to go above 95° before 12 p.m. and/or for severe storms.
specials
| Greek Gyro pizza with gyro meat, tzatziki, feta, Italian cheese, diced tomato, and pickled onions |
| Cheddar Horseradish Burger with cheddar, sautéed onions, and horseradish sauce |
| Thai Peanut Chicken salad |
| Black and Blue Salmon Sandwich with blackened salmon, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and blue cheese cream cheese |
Daily Menu
| Chicken Tinga Burrito Bowl |
| Chicken Salad Bowl of the Week & Pita |
| Bulgogi Bowl |
| Citrus Summer Salad |
| Chicken Caesar Salad |
| Cheeseburger |
| Burger of the Week (see specials) |
| Malibu Chicken Sandwich |
| Grilled Chicken Quesadilla |
| Pulled Pork Loaded Fries |
| Chicken Tenders & Fries |
| Walleye & Chips |
| Pepperoni Pizza |
| Pizza of the Week (see specials) |
| Sides: fries, small Caesar salad (no chicken), small citrus salad |
| Drinks: can of pop, bottle of water |
What is the Grasshopper Food Truck?
The Grasshopper is a learning lab for students in the Hospitality Administration program. Each summer, a group of faculty and students prepares meals for the College and the public to enjoy, and the students gain credits and experience for participating.
Where did the Grasshopper get its name?
Ivy Tech students, employees, and community members all submitted names they thought would fit the food truck when it first started in 2017. Out of 576 entries, the winning name was submitted by a student in the Healthcare Specialist program. "Grasshopper" was chosen because it's a term often used to refer to a novice in any area, and it also serves as a nod to Ivy Tech's school colors.
Does the Grasshopper cater?
The Grasshopper is no longer able to cater to the public. However, anyone is welcome to stop by Coliseum Campus during summer operating hours to enjoy delicious food at affordable prices. The truck parks in the North parking lot (facing Coliseum Blvd) outside doors 24 and 25.
