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, May 11th, 2026 from 4 - 7 pm (while supplies last)

  • Pulled Beef Sandwich- Bricohe bun, slow roasted pulled beef, homemade beef gravy, optional girdiniera

    $11

  • Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup- Chicken breast, carrots, celery, onions, roasted garlic, peas, rice, chicken stock, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, lightly thickened with corn starch

    Pint- $6 Quart- $10

  • Lemon Ricotta Tuna Pasta Salad- Orecchiette pasta, sustainably caught tuna, locally grown chives, peas, rictotta cheese, lemon

    Small- $5 Large- $8

  • Rice Pudding- White rice, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon

    $5

Thursday, May 14th, 2026 from 4 - 7 pm (while supplies last)

  • Italian Chopped Sandwich- Pit ham, hard salami, pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, iceberg lettuce, tomato, red onion, pepperoncini peppers, sub dressing, mayo, your choice of toasted baguette or wrap

    $11

  • Vegetarian Chopped Sandwich- Fresh mozzarella, iceberg lettuce, tomato, red onion, pepperoncini peppers, sub dressing, mayo, your choice of toasted baguette or wrap

    $10

  • Lasagna Soup- Fire roasted tomatoes, Italian sausage, lasagna noodles, onions, roasted garlic, touch of heavy cream, topped with pesto ricotta

    Pint- $5 Quart- $10

  • Summertime Quinoa (vegan)- Quinoa, tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar

    Small- $5 Large- $8

  • Raspberry lemonade Tiramisu

    $6

Saturday, May 16th, 2026 from 7 - 11 am (while supplies last)

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

    $9

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

    Small- $5 Large- $10

  • Yogurt Parfait- Whole milk yogurt, homemade strawberry rhubarb compote, honey almond granola

    $6

Monday, May 18th, 2026 from 4 - 7 pm (while supplies last)

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

    $9

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

    $5

  • Fresh Herb Potato Salad- Red potatoes, parsley, chives, dill, olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon, salt, pepper

    Small- $5 Large- $8

  • Vanilla Pudding Pie- Buttery graham cracker crust, vanilla pudding, whipped cream

    $5

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.