Blue Coconut BBQ

(7 reviews)

1.2 km

It's delicious! I'm so happy to give another food truck a 5 star review. It's not always about the…read morelighting or décor of a place. The food and service matters the most to me, and Ginger's Café deserves lots of praise for a quick and hot meal that was so wonderful and comforting. First of all, definitely try to get the bibimbap if you happen to see it posted. It's not on the regular menu, but you'll see it as the daily special posted on the counter window. It was delicious, and a very big portion of ground beef bulgogi on top of rice and all different kinds of veggies including spinach (all kinds of goodness). You get your choice of beef or pork. You can also skip the rice and get all meat and veggies if that's what you desire. They will also add a fried egg for an extra $1. I didn't ask for the egg but it was the best mistake ever. The yolk mixed with the rice and beef made it an even tastier treat for me. It reminded me of my mother because she used to love her fried egg on top of white rice. I never could understand it until now. It completed the whole experience. They give you gochujang sauce on the side, but it really didn't need it. They also give you a small side of mild or spicy kimchi. I got the mild one and it was very tasty. I'd get the bibimbap bowl again in a heartbeat. The fresh lemonade was also what I needed to wash it all down. It took me a while to write this review because I had to go back a second time just to try the egg rolls. These were huge rolls filled with cabbage, carrots, glass noodles and bits of pork here and there. It can be its own meal. They give you 2 very large rolls. They were hot and crispy as an egg roll should be. This is something else I would order again but I would need to share it with someone else next time. I want to go back to try the sweet & spicy pork bites as well as the bulgogi burger. The food truck is in front of the Brandon Oriental Market on Saturdays. I haven't been to their primary location at 127 N Moon Avenue yet. I just happened to see the schedule posted on Facebook. There is also a nice article in the Osprey Observer about the Korean/American family who owns this local business. The food is great, the price is reasonable, and Ginger and her family provide great service. I can't wait to go back.

I had such an enjoyable time trying Ginger's Korean Food truck out . Love everything! It's was…read moredelicious & I'm so full. If your in the mood for some Korean- check her out .

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Bibimbap with beef bulgogi and fried egg - Always fresh & yummy!

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4.7 km

If there's one thing I can say about Botalon in Brandon, it's that they have the BEST tequeños in…read morethe whole town. The food overall is delicious, the Cachapas are amazing, the pepitos are so good and the service is always friendly and attentive. The papelon con limón is perfectly balanced and last but definitely not least their Sunday soups (sancocho) are one of my favorites, absolutely delicious. Whatever I want food that makes me feel home botalon is always my go to.

The food is delicious. The owner was very inviting and had many helpful suggestions. Had the…read moreParrilla supreme which is basically a whole bunch of grilled meats and the cachapa con queso. Everything was great and made fresh. Downside it's a food truck so you are eating outside in FL

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Rockstar Lobster

(3 reviews)

2.5 km

Wow what didn't go well!? My finance and I have been trying to get to this truck for some time and…read morefinally our schedules worked for us to stop last night at Swan Brewery. Alex was so sweet and greeted us right away, helped answer any questions we had on the menu including narrowing down our options since we wanted EVERYTHING on that menu! We ordered Main Roll, lobster cheese fries and fried lobster rolls and wow... WOW! Fresh lobster meat, whole claw meat on the roll, and the pricing just can't be beat. Less than 10 minutes for all of the food to be made fresh for us (wasn't too busy since we were nearing the end of their time) and he wakes out to us to check on our food and brought us a taste of the garlic Parmesan they use as well for the garlic Parmesan fries and we will have to get those next time. We joked about stalking their truck but I'm afraid we will be trying to find them again later this week. Thank you Alex and we will be seeing you again soon!

Growing to love the little food truck park located in the Brandon/Valrico area. Immediately fell in…read morelove with Rockstar Lobster. Keep in mind, they are only here a few times a month so keep an eye out for their schedule. I think they are based out of Lakeland. We got there right before closing and they had almost sold out of lobster, but the owner (who was incredibly nice) told us he had enough to make us a roll. When I tell you it was one of the best rolls I've had in awhile (especially since we just got back from Maine), I'm not joking. We enjoyed it so much that we shamelessly didn't get a picture. I will 100% be coming back for more! The food was so flavorful and filling, the owner was wonderful and the prices were great! Stop by and check him out.

If you see this truck, STOP AND ORDER!

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Al’s Barn

4.9

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6.5 km

Al's Barn Food Truck 3410 S Kings Ave, Brandon, FL 33511…read more@alsbarn_yummyfood A great place to find some yummy good food in Brandon, FL is at Al's Barn Food Truck. Have you heard of it? If not, then you have been missing out. Located next to Happy Jalapeño Market lot, this food truck along with other food trucks are hidden gems worth looking into. Delicious Burgers, hot dogs, wings, breakfast burritos , Birria Tacos, you name it, they have it. Open during Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner this food truck has you covered. Follow thier Instagram Platform for updates on hours and menu options . Order online, order to pick up, or dine in with family or friends , Al's Barn Food Truck is waiting to serve you.

Located in a small section of other food trucks and the fruit stand just south of Kings and…read moreBloomingdale, it's a tight space, parking and seating is limited, but we had no problem. Seemed to be pretty standard American fare. Excellent customer service, delicious burgers and fries (great crunch!). There's a bench or two outside with paper towels and condiments. Drink selection was small. My family of four came and ate on a Sunday evening for $50, Sunday special being 2 Burgers & fries for $20. We also ordered the poutine and buffalo wings (hot!). They were both okay but that's not my cup of tea anyway. We will definitely be back.

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Bacon Egg’n Cheese

4.5

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6.5 km

Located in a small food truck lot on the corner of Kings Ave and Bloomingdale in Riverview, Bacon…read moreEgg'n Cheese offers a classic NY style sandwich that you won't find anywhere else in Florida (except their other food truck in Tampa). The lot has very limited parking for the 5 or more food trucks that are there. This is a problem but it's the only negative I encountered during the experience. The food truck is tucked back into the corner of the lot with a couple of picnic tables for seating in a shaded area. Bacon Egg'n Cheese has a tablet kiosk that you can order from, however you can just walk up and tell the attendant your order if you prefer. They are also available on Uber Eats. I ordered the Hungry Man sandwich and I was beyond satisfied. This sandwich is stacked with 2 eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, and a hash brown on a Kaiser roll. The service was fairly quick with the order being prepared within 5 minutes. Upon taking my first bite I was met with a pleasant and familiar taste I had not experienced in over 17 years since I lived on Long Island. They make the sandwich to order so make sure you ask for whatever you want on your sandwich such as salt, pepper, ketchup etc. The bacon egg and cheese sandwich is a part of NY food culture that can't be found elsewhere... until now. Bacon Egg'n Cheese pays tribute to this iconic sandwich by making it right. I will return again and again to enjoy this authentic breakfast sandwich.

We drove to Bacon n Eggs Food Truck on Kings Ave in Brandon for the vibes and baby, the Chopped…read moreSandwich did not disappoint. The owner I believe was mad cool and the service was quick. I didn't get what I came for (B.E.C., I'll see you next time , maybe lol), but the flavor profile from the chopped cheese said 'you're welcome' with every bite. It's definitely a tight squeeze considering the amount of cars that pulled up or were already there, but it was flowing... We'll definitely be back for more food and finds. **the bread is braces friendly**

Flowers in their picnic table area

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Tru Bites Food Truck Lot

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2.8 km

Loved my experience at Tru Bites Delights! The owner's kindness and passion really show in every…read morebite. The Churros were insanely good and truly authentic! Looking forward to trying more!

Food was amazing. Ambience was definitely a plus. Definitely have to try the mini donuts...read more

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Boryken

4.8

(18 reviews)

9.6 km

This is an awesome food truck. It's not the most visible from the road, but it's south of Fred's on…read more301 South on the right side. There is a decent amount of parking. They are open late. Super friendly service. Nice outdoor seating area. Loads of insects in the area; wear insect spray! I got an alcpapurria and my partner got an empanada. Both were excellent. Fresh. Crispy. I would come back again and again for these. We both also got Bistec sandwiches. The bread was fantastic. The steak wasn't charred enough for my liking. The sandwich had way too much sauce. It was tasty, but I wouldn't run back for this. The portions were huge.

Delicious ! Nice, outdoor food truck. Large portions and food is made to order. Will definitely be…read moreback.

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Chicken and Taco Loco

We were in Brandon and wanted to have lunch, so we searched around our area and found Chicken and…read moreTaco Loco, a food truck with good reviews. We visited the restaurant and easily found parking in the lot. After browsing the menu, we ordered Chicken Tacos for ourselves and Rice and Chicken for our toddler. We got our food order in just 10 minutes, and the chicken tacos were great! They were fulfilling, satisfying, and had a perfect chicken flavor. Our toddler also loved the combination of chicken and rice for lunch - he seemed very happy with it. The food was delicious, flavorful and a great place to enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine.

Top favorite Mexican restaurant in Brandon. Very attentive. Food is authentic. Drinks spot on. Live…read moremusic weekends.

Fun atmosphere.

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BubbaQue's

Omg, this social media Instagram to be exact was googling for a barbeque spot a couple of weeks…read morebefore arriving and their posts caught my eye. I finally came to the right Bubba's( please see review for Bubba's 33). We arrived like 9:10 pm and pretty much 20 minutes before closing. Er were promptly greeted and we advised them we were going to give their menu a look. We decided on pick 3, which consisted of: brisket, 3 piece ribs, and half a chicken, for the sides were got macaroni and cheese and crinkled cut fries. We paid for our meal and picked a booth near the entrance. I almost forgot to mention we got a drink an made us some Arnold Palmer and for dessert with got banana pudding. We sat at our booth and our food arrived nice and hot. Fries very tasty and crunchy. We dived into the food I had a piece of brisket, nicely smoked and very moist. They had a variety of barbeque sauces you can you at your leisure. I picked a vinegar flavored and hickory sweet smoke which I alternated as I ate the meats. Let's talk sides. French fries fresh and crispy, now when it came for the macaroni it gives you flavor of the KFC version, it's alright. It came with a piece of toast. Taste similar to the cheez bread from Sizzlers just softer. (I'm showing my age). We had so much food and unless I'm very hungry we tend to share a plate. We took the banana pudding home and later tried it. The banana pudding was OMG, to die for, it had a very homemade taste. I highly recommend this dessert. Restaurant had a very cozy feel. The ambiance seem kind of quiet, but mind you we went on a Sunday night. The workers were very polite and attentive. If in the Brandon area, this is a must try.

I made the drive from Kissimmee to Tampa just for this barbecue spot, and it was absolutely worth…read moreit. The food itself was amazing! full of flavor and cooked perfectly. but what really stood out to me was the overall experience. The service was great, and the décor and ambiance were phenomenal. It has this super cute, rustic, authentic barbecue vibe that makes you feel comfortable the second you walk in. My favorite part (and a MUST-try) was the brisket, hands down one of the best I've had. Everything felt well thought out, from the easy parking to the clean, private bathrooms, which just made the visit even better. This is definitely a place I would go back to again without hesitation. If you're debating making the drive, do it. it's completely worth it. 10/10

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Duo Cafe

4.0

(34 reviews)

5.1 km

I've been meaning to update this review ever since the owners of Naga Tea introduced their new…read morecoffee concept. Initially, I was really missing the previous brand. But then, they kept luring me in with their unique twists of Asian inspired mocktails featuring their premium espresso blends and Naga teas. Now, they have a menu of favorites based off of their customer's preferences as well as an assortment of seasonal cookies and buns from Ngot Baked Goods and Le Moment Patisserie. I discover something new every time. It's become my favorite guilty pleasure when craving boba, coffee, or sweets. My favorites so far are the Pandan Caramel (coffee or tea version), Midnight Taro Storm, Cloud 9, Mango Matcha, Daydream Lychee Espresso, and Mocha Eclipse. I haven't seen the latter one in awhile, and that may be because Black Sesame isn't as popular around here. I can only hope that they bring back more of it. What do I miss from Naga? The croffles!! I've tried them at other places, and they're just not as good as the ones I had at this location. Duo Café keeps changing things up, so maybe it will happen again one day. I also wish for better lids on their boba tea drinks. You can no longer shake them. It has to be stirred in order to mix up the components of the drink. Other than that, it's still one of my favorite places to visit in the Brandon/Valrico area. The service is always great. The drinks are perfect every time. It also happens to be dangerously close to me and way too convenient for that quick stop on the way home. It's a great concept that shouldn't be missed when visiting Valrico.

Cute coffee shop with a lot of customizations for any Matcha or espresso drinker. The seasonal…read moreflavors all look delicious, I ended up with a banana bread Matcha, which was very very good. Plenty of space to eat and relax and my drink came out very quickly from the time of me placing. Would recommend.

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Bullfrog Creek Brewing

OMG. What is there to not love about it…read more Great beer selections. They have wine. Bingo games with prizes! It's twice a week so I asked, looked pretty fun as people danced, ate, drank, and played same time. It's got both indoor and outdoor seating with plenty of TV screens, a pup cup on the menu. A song box to pay and play your choice of music. What else, their food is AMAZING! Their service was spot on, friendly, quick and great hospitality. Such gooood smash burger! Yummy, it's a double and tasted juicy. I'm going back for seconds. If you are Deaf or use sign language, their cook, Carlos knows fluent sign language to communicate and take your order. Just ask for him.

Went here for a friends bday as they had music trivia... not too bad. Everything is self serve- go…read moreto the bar & order drinks... also a food truck outside to order food. While the music trivia wasn't my favorite one, it was great it benefited a charity. Nice change of pace. The bar however had so many different kinds of beers, ciders, seltzers.... Every flavor too! Reasonably priced as well!

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Chill Caw-Fee

The name of this place tells you everything that you need to know. You're gonna catch a chill vibe…read moreand drink some good caw-fee. It's a pretty big cafe with big tables for a group of friends or large families. It seems to be a place for all age groups as I saw kids, teenagers, young adults, and adults. They had "How to Train your Dragon" the live action playing while I was there which is a bonus in my book. They also had some arcade games, board games, and lots of chess boards. Relaxed seating area and everything is a bit mismatched, but that just adds to the vibe. The bathrooms are STUNNING. I've never been to a cafe with a bathroom that fancy whoa. The service was very friendly, gave us recommendations based on the popular items ppl get. I got the velvet amber half decaf and my partner got the cinnamon toast latte. Both were great. They also serve Kava, Teas, mushroom gummies, and additives you can add to your drink. They also offer CBD consultation. Overall, I will be coming back to battle some of my friends in chess and do my study dates there.

This is the cutest little bungalow coffee shop in the Tampa Bay area. It gives gingerbread house…read morevibes or Hansel and Gretel. it just draws you in. the caramel dream coffee great presentation however, all the caramel was sitting at the bottom and I got to it at the end of the coffee. the coffee could've had a more robust flavor to it but overall it was a good drink. I also got a cinnamon roll with crushed almonds on top. This was the highlight. service was great. The barista was super nice. I'll be back.

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22 Moons Tea Room

(35 reviews)

4.5 km

This was such an awesome experience!! We wanted to have an afternoon tea experience and 22 Moons…read moredid not disappoint. Thankfully it was close by, we didn't have to go all the way into Tampa to find a great tea experience. Affordable too!! The settings are all fine china from England. You get 2 teas. An English breakfast black tea and a caffeine free herbal tea. Sugar and honey to complement. You do get a few courses as well. Soup and scone to start off. Then a tower of sweets and savory sandwiches. The cucumber sandwich was so good. I LOVED the soup and scones. Everything is homemade, amazing! The service was so friendly and nice. Our server poured our teas and explained everything we were getting. It was very relaxed and no rush. It was a great experience and we definitely left full! I would love to come back here again soon. Only note of improvement I think the outside could be cleaned up some. Thank you!

Came here for afternoon tea, it was a fun experience! The service was great and the food was…read moredelicious and very filling. They really make you feel like you're having tea in an old English mansion with trinkets all around.

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Starbucks

Always friendly and efficient staff, and always superior coffee! The inside is clean and maintained…read moreeven when the baristas are all doing everything always! The drive thru line can look long but it's just a small corner area and the line moves quickly.

I came in the store this morning and a lovely young lady turned my bad day around. She remembered…read moremy name even though I rarely come in, provided excellent customer service and got my (slightly complicated) order perfect. She is shorter, with blonde and brown streaks in her hair, glasses and a contagious smile. 5/5 Starbucks experience, will be coming back.

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Kurt S.

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5 years ago

Blue Coconut is awesome! I just tried their Hawaiian Sliders (I had the chicken and pork ones) and they were delicious! The truck owners are so sweet too! read more

Lisa T.

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5 years ago

Every item on here delicious!!! One of our faves!! Highly recommend these guys! Follow them on FB and watch for the locations they post. read more

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I had such an enjoyable time trying Ginger's Korean Food truck out . Love everything! It's was…read moredelicious & I'm so full. If your in the mood for some Korean- check her out .

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