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Now that the new/novel feeling of food trucks has come and gone, it's not hard for me to see why some of my friends have lost their enthusiasm for them. The food can be gimmicky, the lines can get long, some are way overhyped, they can be pricey...totally get it. However, while I certainly don't disagree, I have to say - I'm still a fan! Whenever I see one I've yet to try, I'm (almost) always down to check them out. Not to mention the fact that the sheer number of them spread around the Financial District and SoMa always makes it easy to find something new to Yelp about...ha! Before stumbling across MoBowl, I actually knew nothing about these guys. After looking them up on Yelp and scrolling through their photos, though, it didn't take me long to get genuinely excited about trying them out. The menu seems simple, but they've got plenty of options - first choose one (or two) of the eight proteins they have to offer, then two of their five sides. All told, there are numerous creations you can make, suiting whatever your taste buds are craving for. -- SWEET & SPICY FRIED CHICKEN (Breaded Boneless, Skinless Chicken, Sweet & Spicy Glaze, Sesame Seeds, Scallions) with SPRING SALAD (with a Sesame Sambal Vinaigrette) and GARLIC NOODLES (+$1)...$12 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/mobowl-mountain-view?select=iDoBSsWSo2JzkwQmyDVOCQ) Pretty damn tasty! The chicken was juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside (even despite being only lightly battered), and not overly dressed with the glaze (which was pretty flavorful). As for the sides, the salad was more or less fine, but I liked how garlicky the noodles were. -- FIVE SPICED PULLED PORK (Braised Pork, Five Spice Mix, Sriracha Aioli, Scallions) with BROWN RICE and GARLIC NOODLES (+$1)...$11 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/mobowl-mountain-view?select=YxzHimkmZvySY_8GYU4X5Q) Not bad, though the fried chicken was better. The pork was flavorful and complemented nicely by the aioli, but it was a little heavy on the five spice and a shade dry. It didn't help that the noodles fell a little flat this time around (some strands were kind of tough). Beyond the food, I also liked how MoBowl's price sare actually pretty reasonable, particularly by food truck standards. While they're probably slightly higher than what you can find at brick & mortar restaurants, $11-$12 for a garlic noodle "bowl" isn't too shabby at all. Add in the more unique protein offerings and it's a pretty solid value for the Financial District and SoMa! All in all, despite feeling more impressed with them the first time around, I was still more than satisfied by both of my orders here. At the very least, they definitely provide a nice reprieve from the daily routine of salads, soups, and sandwiches! THREE AND A HALF STARS ROUNDED UP.
Brisbane food truck finder no longer works so we have to walk or drive by and see what brisbane now offers in regards to food trucks, today mobowl was offered never tried it so figured take a look at the menu and give em a shot. First option listed on to was a vegetarian option... pass, hahaha next was five spice pulled pork, beef option and a fried chicken option. Sadly the fried chicken was sold out so I stuck with the five spice pulled pork, paired with white rice and garlic noodles all together plate cost $12, decent portioned food Here are the likes and dislikes of the plate, portion was good for what your paying it decent amount of food. The dislike would be with the 5 spice pulled pork, seasoning wise it was decent nothing over powering each other especially with the white rice and the garlic noodle, sadly the meat was slightly dense and dry, maybe it is because I ordered later in the day around 1pm but hey dense is clear indication that the meat has been sitting out for awhile. If I do venture back to this truck I would like to sample the fried chicken option, usually that is made to order I was told, but everything else was good, white rice portion was good, it was sticky, the garlic noodles were interesting, some of the noodles were undercooked, but most of it was nicely done, semi hard noodles with garlic flavoring drizzled on for these guys, I would come back and try other plates, primarily the fried chicken, again food was good, I may have to come earlier if I want fresher 5 spice pulled pork food *** price $$ service *****
Very reminiscent of the asian ghetto food in Berkeley. Dank, cheap, and fast. If you like heavily seasoned food, this place isn't bad, but the prices seem high for the type of food they serve (panda express/star wok/americanized asian food). I read that they were known for their 5-spice pulled pork so that's what I got. You are supposed to choose 2 sides with the meal so I chose salad and fries. Ended up paying $11 but I don't think the meal is worth any more than $7. First off, their house sauce has a watery base (probably soy sauce) which floods the bottom of the box and it's rather salty and overwhelming with the salad. The fries are your regular frozen bulk fries-some of which were not fully cooked and cold on the inside and they soak up flavor from the salad sauce and the pork (bleh). The pulled pork was disappointing. I had expected some juicy and spice-infused pork but this pork was a bit dry, way too sweet, and the only juice came from the oil/sauce(unknown what kind of sauce it was). They might have had added ground up spices (anise, cinnamon, cloves, pepper) but with all the other seasoning they added (sugar for sure), I couldn't really understand what I was tasting other than heavily spiced pork. I don't really trust this food truck enough to come back and try other dishes. And as I'm writing this review, I'm getting thirstier and thirstier. Such a dehydrating meal with all that DANK.
I'll update my review once I have the galbijjim. The fried chicken and biscuits were wonderful. The chicken meat was juicy but not greasy in the least and had little fat, mostly meat. If you're contemplating whether to try their new ordering option, based on my experience, I'd say DO IT. The food is great, the people really amazing and I definitely hope they are here when COVID is not.
Food was not the best but when your tipsy and starving it will do. If I had to have it again I would just order the fries and garlic noodles. Service was awsome but food was cold and bland.
To kick off a milestone at our company, we were fortunate enough to have MoBowl cater our company lunch. As much as I wanted to have a buffet of Mobowl, we were only limited to certain items. Some of the items aren't listed on their regular menu. So, the items I got for my bowl were: - 5 spice pulled pork - Chicken bites - Honey black pepper steak - Garlic noodles - French fries - White rice All the items were packed into a to go box and fitted perfectly. The meats were tender and flavorful. The garlic noodles were soft and had a light garlic taste. The fries were on the soggy side due to the pulled pork placed on top of them. And the white rice was cooked perfect. I kinda ruined my picture by placing sriracha on my food. Thank you MoBowl for the great food. Too bad I couldn't go for seconds, thirds, or fourths!
I tried MoBowl at Off the Grid at 5th and Townsend on a Friday. MoBowl by far had the longest line so I had to try it out. Their line still moved fast and our food came out within minutes. COST: $21 total for 2 bowls, a filling lunch for two. * Umami Tofu (Vegan. Organic tofu, shitakes & tomato compote w/ scallions & sesame seeds) - 3 stars pic, w/ salad side: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/mobowl-mountain-view?select=ZITD7QDJFiM3J3FZUF9n1Q#oYwz8Z-5Vr7bPbIxXTThKA The sauce was too americanized, like a generic sweet & sour. The tofu was quite hard. I thought the asparagus was random and seemed out of place. My veg friend really liked this though. * Five-Spice Pulled Pork (braised pork, 5 spice, honey, siracha aioli) - 3.5 stars pic, w/ garlic noodle side: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/mobowl-mountain-view?select=ZITD7QDJFiM3J3FZUF9n1Q#ZITD7QDJFiM3J3FZUF9n1Q Not very spicy, a bit dry, but still tasty, and much better than the Umami Tofu. The noodles were soft and garlic-y as promised; also quite oily (that pool of oil at the bottom of the container isn't super appetizing). Menu: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/mobowl-mountain-view?select=ZITD7QDJFiM3J3FZUF9n1Q#Asvjp4qPtd6XcIawB6w-HQ
This truck reminded me of Hiyaaa!!, so I was quite excited to try it. You pick from differently seasoned proteins served over your choice of carbs. My favorite item from Hiyaaa!! is the spicy fried chicken bites over fries, so I got the same thing here as a benchmark comparison. Sadly, it was very much "Meh. I've experienced better.", hence the 2 stars. Sweet & Spicy Fried Chicken: The chicken was really dense and tough. The breading felt like a halfhearted battering you'd get from a mediocre fish & chips joint. The sweet & spicy sauce was nice, but was only sparsely drizzled on. Sadly, you can get better glazed fried chicken at Panda Express. Garlic Noodles: Not terribly garlicky. Some of the sweet & spicy sauce dripped on the noodles, masking any flavor they may have had by themselves. The texture was a nice al dente, but it just had no personality. Seasoned Fries: Not terribly seasoned. Kinda just run-of-the-mill fries like you might get a nondescript pub.
Again, mentioned my customer experience in my SJ Eats review so this will be based purely on taste and it was great tasting indeed. I had my tofu bowl yesterday after a few days of it sitting in the fridge.. the steamed white rice, the tofu.. still soft and delicious although I did throw away the lettuce and cucumber slices; my fault since I knew I wasn't going to eat it right away. Though I ordered the cheesecake eggrolls, I did not have any.. my Mom took it and ate both in one sitting and said that it tasted very good- also after it being in the fridge for a few days.. I will enjoy my Hari Cari today and will update my review for that. Again, awesome service from this truck.
If food trucks offer eats this awesome I would gladly travel to the corners of each nearby town to partake in creations that make you happier with every bite. I just had a bacon blue burger that was all that and a bag of chips. So tender and juicy with grilled onions mixed greens, and thick, crispy bacon doused with a homemade blue cheese dressing on a toasted brioche bun. Being a spice addict, I asked for them to oblige with sliced serrano peppers. Hot hot hot! On to the star of the day. Pork belly tacos. Not only was I reminiscing on the smoky pork and fresh flavors of the pineapple salsa for days, but this could easily be a meal that I would request before I die. We were literally fighting over who got the last bite. It's always a day to celebrate when every morsel is worth savoring. Mmmm. Now I have to find out when/where this food truck will be.
Wow long lines for this truck! Food is made somewhat quickly. 5 spice pulled pork garlic noodles and fries $11. Garlic noodles weren't special IMO. Just a hint of garlic taste. Fries topped with aioli sauce was delicious. The fries were already a little seasoned so even without the sauce, it is still good. Pulled pork was cooked nicely. Next time, I'd skip the noodles and get double the fries!
Definitely worth trying out MoBowl! I ordered the Hari Cari Chicken Curry with Garlic Noodles and White Rice. It was a delicious meal! Lots of flavors on the meat and noodles, which was great. I was a little surprised at the mix of savory and sweet flavors, but I enjoyed it. I only took off one star because I thought the white rice was a little too mushy, but other than that I enjoyed my meal. They give you a great amount of food, so I ate my meal for both lunch and dinner. I highly recommend this food truck (:
11 years ago
This review is for the food truck which makes it's way into the SF Truck Stop line up in SOMA. On a cold San Francisco day, my colleagues & I braved the wind to embark on a new journey. There was resistance and almost a revolt, but to Mo' Bowl it was. A new flavor, a new experience. In search of warmth, I got the Sweet and Spicy Chicken with the two sides: brown rice and fries. Improperly prepared, I skipped the Fried egg on top. Upon devouring the bowl, though pricey at 11, was worth it. I lived for another day, lasting for another bowl, with the firm reminder to get the fried egg on top next time. The other soldiers all approved. read more
11 years ago
LOVED MoBowl. For once there's a truck that isn't insanely overpriced for the amount of food you get. My bowl had a brown rice and salad base (excellent house dressing) with brussels sprouts and cauliflower and peanut pesto chicken. Amazing flavors, tender brussels sprouts, and delicious food. Will definitely come back to try other bowls at this truck! read more
I work near the GFood Lounge on occasion. I was torn between this place and the Chairman which is one of my very favorites. I'm always looking to try something new so I went here instead of my beloved Chairman. I got the fried chicken. I like the flavor and crunch of the coating but it wasn't too deeply covered like other places making it impenetrable. The chicken was tender, juicy and flavorful. I'm really looking forward to trying them again. Fried Chicken "is my beat fuel" read more
11 years ago
Curiosity led me to MoBowl when I found out it was stationed at SFSU for lunch. I had grown tired of the on-campus food vendors, so I gave MoBowl a shot and was pleasantly surprised! For $10, I had the peanut pesto rice bowl. The sauce was packed with flavor, while the chicken was tender and moist. It's a nice option for those who are looking for a balanced meal, as it comes with a side salad and you can choose brown rice. You can also get fries instead of the side salad for those days you want to treat yourself. Definitely looking forward to trying more MoBowl dishes next semester. read more
So grateful for this new food truck fad that's sweeping the country. MoBowl is one the better food trucks I've sampled on campus at Stanford, and their spicy fried chicken + noodles (see photo) was impressively flavorful. And as all food trucks are wont to do, the food tends to run a bit on the pricey side. Worth checking out! read more
Venturing to a corporate setting around 1:20pm, I was fortunate to get my first taste of MoBowl without having to wait in line. MoBowl had announced its special fried porkchop (schnitzel) dish over Facebook, but they were unfortunately out of it when I, the straggler, showed up. Nonetheless, I carried on by ordering a 5 spice pork bowl and a side of cheesecake egg rolls. The pork bowl was well prepared and a fair portion. The pork was tender, had a great consistency, was a little sweet, and went very well with the white rice. A mayo-based sauce topped the meat and, when combined with the meat's juices and the rice, fits together very nicely. However, I wish that, even without Sriracha, the meat had some kick to it. The vegetables, though a little sparse, had a savory dressing that made the cucumbers taste very good (and I don't like cucumbers!). The cheesecake egg rolls were very tasty. They came drizzled with a strawberry sauce and a pinch salt & pepper that compliments the sweetness of the filling but alters it with a slightly savory quality. The crisp & crunch was right on the money, and the vanilla sweetness of the cheesecake was not overwhelming. $2 for two egg rolls is a good deal; eating one and sharing one strikes a perfect deal for your stomach and wallet. Overall, I very much enjoyed the entree, dessert, and service of MoBowl. The $8 I paid for my bowl was, in my opinion, a buck too high given the simple set of meat, rice, and a small salad, but the portion was appropriate. I'd like to try a couple of MoBowl's smaller bites and see what they "roll" out with next! read more
7 years ago
Kevin and the crew at MoBowl were awesome! Not only did the food make our event so much more special people raved about it! As a professional event planner I had reached out to several trucks and didn't even get an email back. Kevin was quick to communicate, he did all the work on reserving the spot on the street with the city. Less for me to handle while I was preparing for my event. I would highly recommend hiring MoBowl if you have an event or party. One of our attendees even Instagramed it! Food was fab and easy service. Invoices easy to pay online as well. I really appreciate it you Kevin! read more
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Yaaaay!! They had the cheesecake egg rolls this time and seriously.. they are YUMMMMMMMY!! Thank you MoBowl! The guys are always so pleasant. I hope they frequent Downtown Sunnyvale more. read more
A little overpriced for rice bowl but I can see that they factor convenience to the equation since they are a mobile restaurant. I ordered the $8 honey black pepper steak bowl and opted for brown rice which was an extra $1. The steak and the secret sauce they drizzle on the rice was AWESOME. Very tasty, not too salty, and not too fatty. The bowl also comes with some cucumbers, shredded carrots, and some greens to satisfy the 4 basic food groups. I'll have to try the umami tofu bowl next time since my coworker loved it. Maybe I'll try it with white or fried rice. read more
This was one of the food trucks that happened to be at Meet The Brewers this past Saturday. I wanted something sweet and fries. I was persuaded into ordering their cheesecake eggrolls and chili fries. I wasn't thrilled with the chili fries. The seasoning was a bit too salty for my taste. The cheesecake eggrolls were great, but I could've done without the smattering of sugar mix on top. The cheesecake was sweet enough. That's my intro to MoBowl and I found it to be acceptable. read more
14 years ago
I believe I came across MoBowl while visiting Edgewood Eats, but since this is one of the first food trucks of which I became a regular, the encounters have blurred together into a continuum of my first favorite peanut pesto chicken and the newer favorites like the sliders (one of each!), not to mention some of the incredible inventions Kevin has come up with that have never left the MoBowl Labs. Do not for a moment mistake the simple look of little MoBowl or the responsible nature of the menu for anything less than quiet awesome. Now, what will Kevin come up with for St Paddy's Day this year, I wonder? read more
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I love MoBowl! They have a great menu with a variety of options! You pick a protein and 2 sides to go with your bowl! My favorite thing to get is the Umami Tofu with half brown rice/half salad! (It's Vegan!)...mMmMm...its tasty & healthy at the same time! Also, these guys are super cool. Always really friendly! Thanks guys, I'm forever a fan of your food! read more
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First time trying this new place, super good. Great healthy alternative for quick takeout. I tried their sweet fire chicken and Mongolian beef rice bowl, will definitely be going back to try more. read more
15 years ago
I don't take the time to do Yelp review write ups very often, so since I am taking the time to do this, it is already making the statement that I really liked the food. My coworker introduced me to MoBowl recently, on the fly he asked me if I was interested in paying a visit to one of his favorite Asian Fusion food trucks. Boy, am I glad I had time to grab lunch that day, it was totally worth it. The vendor was super nice, and since I am trying to be "healthy" and can be a bit indecisive, he was really helpful and let me know that they have brown rice, and can let me do a half/half bowl if I want. I went two times in one week, and hope to make more trips in the near future. I actually have mixed feelings about giving them such a glowing review -- I am paranoid that the lines will get too big once the word gets around! :D read more
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MoBowl is new to the food truck scene as far as I know, but you wouldn't guess that for various reasons: professional service, incredible food, reasonable prices. I'm fortunate to see that these guys have been posting very close to my work since they've started, and today, some friends and I decided to finally try it. I wasn't sure what to expect, and maybe you're not either -- but let me tell you -- this is not your typical themed food truck roaming around. First of all, the food is different -- bowls. There are small and large bowls. I was pretty content/satisfied after my large pulled pork bowl and a soda. The only reason I ate a little more is because my friends let me try their stuff. The large pulled pork bowl has 5 spices. There was a TON of meat in my bowl. The veggies were light -- something I loved because let's face it, we want the meat/tofu, not so much a bowl of veggies (well, unless that's your thing I suppose). The meat was so juicy and tender and the rice was perfection (I've had bad rice before). I scraped that plastic bowl clean. Next up, I tried the angel wings which are sweet and sour with a touch of mint. I was worried about an overpowered taste of mint, but it was barely there -- the sauce on the wings was INCREDIBLE! Lastly, I tried the cheesecake eggrolls, and I died right there on the sidewalk. I didn't try the sauces that came with it to dip in, but my friends said they were pineapple and mango -- pretty sweet deal. The staff that day was one guy taking orders, the other cooking -- and my food didn't take long at all, and the pricing was very reasonable. Friendly people, professional service, and overall just a great lunch experience. The only problem with going back is that as much as I'd like to try the other items, I'm immensely content with my pulled pork bowl -- I want to order it (and maybe those wings too if I can stomach it!) every time I go!! Hahaha. Welcome to the food truck industry, MoBowl, you're already familiar and comfortable in my book. Check out some of my pictures I posted! read more
MoBowl's one of my favorite Off the Grid options at 5th and Minna. Nice people, consistently good food that comes out relatively quick. I've never waited for more than 10 mins after ordering. The bowl consists of two sides (noodles, rice, salad, fries) and a main. They definitely don't skimp on the protein here - really filling lunch for $10-$12 pre-tip, I've been able to stretch it out to two small meals. I usually get one of two these bowls because the others seem heavy: Brussel Sprouts and Cauliflower (vegan) $11 - not sure why the vegetable option costs more. Hearty and filling, crisp outside / soft inside brussel sprouts and cauliflower. Amazing seasoning, toasted sesame, caramelized onions a little on the oily side but still tasty! My bowl came with quinoa which I didn't see listed in the description and would have omitted. Peanut Pesto Chicken $10 - The pesto is a crumbled, cilantro minty peanut mix with a green mayo (aioli?) sauce drizzled on. Chicken was fresh and tender. Sides: Fries - Thicker cut, crispy outside, slightly soft inside Garlic Noodles - Chewy, denser, only slightly garlicky but enough to linger on your breath. If I'm getting garlic it better be all in :P Salad - Mixed greens, shredded carrots, onion Definitely worth trying out if they're around. read more
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249 Visitacion Ave
Brisbane, CA 94005
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