Real food

seasonal × Regional

 
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our story 

Wild Carrot Cooking Company is a food trailer based out of Waterman, IL. Our menu focuses on locally sourced ingredients, handmade into seasonal dishes. Our goal is to provide our small community with thoughtfully crafted food, while supporting local businesses and farmers along the way. Due to our small space and the unpredictable nature of our business all items are available on a “first come, first serve” basis. In an effort to keep our planet healthy, all of our retail packaging is eco-friendly.

We are located at 228 west Lincoln Highway in Waterman, IL. Our hours of operation are:

Monday 4-7 pm (while supplies last)

Thursday 4-7 pm (while supplies last)

Saturday 7-11 am (while supplies last)

*Please note: Our hours of operation will vary in the summer, as we travel around surrounding communities.

*We accept cash, credit cards and Apple Pay.

 

PHONE
(815) 761-9902

EMAIL
Wildcarrotcooking@gmail.com 

Monday, February 16th, 2026 from 4 - 7 pm (while supplies last)

OUR FAT TUESDAY MENU!

  • Shrimp + Grits- Parmesan and cheddar wheat grits, grilled Cajun shrimp, bacon and onion au jus

    $10

  • Andouille Sausage Sandwich- Toasted hoagie roll, andouille sausage, sauteed onions and peppers, Smoked Provolone

    $8

  • Cajun Cheesy Potato Soup- Yukon potatoes, onions, roasted garlic, Cajun seasoning, cheddar cheese, vegetable stock, heavy cream, corn starch

    Pint- $6 Quart- $10

  • Cajun Caesar Salad- Romaine, parmesan cheese, homemade croutons, Cajun Caesar Salad

    $8

  • Millionaire Pie Cheesecake- Buttery graham cracker crust, fluffy cheesecake filling with coconut, pecans, crushed pineapple, and a cherry

    $5

Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 from 6 - 10 am (while supplies last)

  • Bacon, Egg and Cheddar English Muffin Sandwich with Maple Cayenne Dipping Sauce

    $9

  • Breakfast Grits- Parmesan and cheddar wheat grits, bacon, over easy egg, green onions, everything bagel seasoning

    Small- $5 Large- $10

  • Mixed Berry Yogurt Parfait- Whole milk yogurt, homemade mixed berry compote, homemade brown sugar pecan granola

    $6

Thursday, February 19th, 2026 from 4 - 7 pm (while supplies last)

  • Chicken Bacon Cheddar Wrap- In house roasted chicken breast, cheddar cheese, bacon, romaine lettuce, homemade fresh herb ranch

    $10

  • Beef and Barley Soup- Barley, in house roasted beef, carrots, celery, onions, roasted garlic, rich beef broth

    Pint- $6 Quart- $10

  • Roasted Beet Cup- Roasted beets, pistachio, goat cheese, balsamic reduction

    $5

  • Brown Butter and Cinnamon Rice Crispy Treat

    $3

Saturday, February 21st, 2026 from 7 - 11 am (while supplies last)

  • Biscuits and Gravy- Local breakfast sausage, homemade buttermilk biscuits, black pepper gravy

    1/2 Order (1 Biscuit)- $5 Full Order (2 Biscuits)- $8 The Big Joe (3 Biscuits)- $11

  • Brown Sugar Peach Biscuit- Homemade buttermilk biscuit, chilled brown sugar peach compote, whipped cream

    $5

  • Cozy Brown Sugar Peach Oatmeal Bowl- Old fashion oats, apple cider, oat milk, homemade warm brown sugar peach compote, pecans

    $5

  • Cherry Yogurt Parfait- Whole milk yogurt, homemade cherry compote, honey almond granola

    $6

Contact Us

 
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ABOUT us

Chef Josh Koroscik graduated from Robert Morris University with an associates degree in culinary arts in 2011. Since 2007, he has worked in variety of kitchen roles including casual and fine dining, health care, private dinners and large events. His wife, Rachel, graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2014 with a Bachelors in Public Health. She has worked as a healthy culinary instructor since 2015. Together they believe in using their food to bring people joy and enrich those around them. Food is their passion, their profession, and their hobby. They hope to share their love of food with their sons Beck and Charlie.

© 2020 Wild Carrot Cooking Company.