(Dined 07/12/22 TU @ 4:00pm): This taco truck seemed to be hitting "Js" from the long line and happy customers I saw!
I recently introduced a friend to one of my favorite breweries at Paperback Brewing Co. when Jay'z Tacos Food Truck pulled up and was the day's food option. Prior to these COVID-19 times, I frequently attended, worked, or volunteered at the myriad of year-around events throughout Southern California, yet this was the first time I've ever seen this road restaurant and had to try them out. Would the food match the lovely aroma and eye-catching food I saw others with from this meals-on-wheels!?
QUICK BIO
"Jay'z Tacos was born from resilience. Having lost their jobs and facing difficult times in 2020, Jazmin and partner Jonathan turned their dream into a reality by creating Jay'z Tacos. By bringing their passion for the kitchen to the streets of Los Angeles, Jay'z Tacos is putting a brand new spin on old Mexican favorites. The food is colorful in its presentation and fully loaded with toppings, leaving you feeling full and satisfied. Try their bright and flavorful carne asada or fish tacos, the loaded fries, or stay for dessert and try their delicious churros. Find out for yourself what LA natives are raving about and book Jay'z Tacos today!"
PURCHASE
3 Carne Asada Tacos ($12.75): Carne asada topped with pico de gallo, chipotle sauce, and guacamole placed on fresh corn tortillas and a side of spicy hot sauce, each taco was stuffed with a ton of seasoned succulent meat while all of the other fresh ingredients spilled out and was probably easier to eat these as a tostada only if the tortillas were harder and sturdier. At $4.25/taco, I felt the price was very reasonable for food truck prices and it all tasted wonderful https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=gWhQmstt0xnUJw6X83yRNw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
SERVICE
I dealt with a friendly young woman who quickly took my order, and minutes later my order buzzer https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=s2U4keRyCtMw3emEiAghMA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw blew up letting me know when my order was ready for pick up - easy-peasy!
PARKING (FREE)
Being a food truck, they were at the beck and call wherever they were serving food. I drove myself since I planned to be at the brewery. Otherwise, the venue was at Paperback Brewing Co. who had no parking lot but plenty of free parking on the main drag of Magnolia Ave. and all surrounding side streets (please read all posted street signs). Another option was to hire a driving service like a taxi, Lyft, or Uber.
ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE
Your standard self-sufficient food truck with an exterior menu https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=23SdjTkiYuv-LHdwMXZoQA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw, order and pick up windows, minimal area for condiments, napkins, and utensils. Natural lighting was prevalent during the daytime while electric street lights glowed at night. There were no TVs nor background music. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=SHPEz_OVG4WH2VPD-WPCAA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
ATTIRE
Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops.
OVERALL
I was thoroughly surprised by Jay'z Tacos Food Truck and would gravitate towards them in a crowded food truck scene. From the moment the aroma of their cooking meats wafted in my direction, their visual food excited my eyeballs, to the last lick of my fingers, I was impressed by the food. The prices were very reasonable and more than comparable within the food truck industry, and the service was straightforward as they did their job efficiently. The menu was limited as was the case for most food trucks, but I wanted to try everything now. I found total value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $13.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS read more