I am giving this place 4 stars as a food truck, not compared to all restaurants. You'll probably…read morehear this truck before you see it. I can't help it, the fun 90's music got my attention. The lady in the truck is super nice. We got seasoned fries and the premium hummus plate. Perfect snack food for a great Santa Monica day. They are only in Santa Monica on the weekends and I am not sure exactly where

When our apartment community posted the list of food trucks for the month, I was most excited about…read morethe visit from Tocky's pita. We had: one chicken pita, one falafel pita, hummus and french fries. I'm not a huge falafel fan but Tocky's was really good. My chicken wrap was bomb. I loved the pickles and the lemony sauce. The french fries were perfection. If you see this truck, do not hesitate to order. Top quality and amazing flavor combos.

The tacos were good, honestly. We purchased lengua and al pastor, both satisfying our taste buds…read moreand curbing that taco craving. What I didn't like, and what got the lack of stars, was the service. I didn't feel like they cared for our business at all, and the lady helping us decide and pay was extremely rude and I think I saw her roll her eyes a few times. There is no price for tacos, and when I asked her, she sort of hesitated then told us $3. I see all the other reviews and come to the same result. I can totally see why this could be a sketchy food truck, but with those ocean views, $3 tacos weren't all that bad. They even came with a spicy sauce and onions and turnips for garnish. I will just make sure to take cash next time I'm in LA and in Santa Monica so I can try the other taco food truck we actually wanted to try.

Only truck along Ocean and Santa Monica to offer traditional Mexican tacos, and I was in the mood…read morefor only traditional Mexican tacos. So it satisfied my cravings but that's about all it did for me LOL Service was nice though. I paid a little over $7 for 3 tacos which took quite a while to make and still came out kind of lukewarm. Not sure how they made them cause they don't give you the option to put on your own sauces, but it was preettty sour. Also the tortilla on my last taco just completely crumbled before I could finish the insides LOL. Overall, I would recommend trying out any of the other food trucks along this street if you're in the mood for some cheap eats. For $7, not a good enough taste or convenient enough service to make it worth your money. Side notes: - $1 extra to pay by card - Free guac - B sanitation rating. If you're from an Asian ethnoburb like I am, that's no big deal but still, just a heads up heh

Consistent and delicious. One of the most simple comforting and tasty breakfast burritos. It's like…read moreeating a hug - all the ingredients are fresh and you can tell they make everything with love.

Shout out Los Amigos Taco Truck. Every Tuesday they come to my neighborhood and now it's a Tuesday…read moretradition. The food is always impeccable. The truck and sauce station are always clean. Wilson and the crew are always cool and always make sure to deliver on high quality, fairly priced and delicious tacos.

Generous portion and hot off the grill. This place is a pretty good option for dinner if you want…read moresome fast Asian cuisine. They have rib eye, filet mignon, chicken, and shrimp, and various carbs like rice or garlic noodles to go with.

Felix's Hibachi is hands down one of the best food spots we've tried in LA. My boyfriend and I are…read morefrom San Francisco, and when we visited LA back in December, we decided to give it a shot -- and wow. It was genuinely better than every hibachi place we've had up in the Bay Area. The flavors are absolutely on point, everything tastes fresh and perfectly seasoned, and the sauces are seriously bomb. You can tell they know exactly what they're doing in that kitchen. And the price? Unmatched. For the quality and portion sizes you get, it's honestly such a steal compared to what we're used to paying in SF. My personal favorite is their garlic noodles -- they beat every place in the Bay by a long shot. I'm still thinking about them. We will 100% be coming back anytime we're in LA. Felix's Hibachi is officially a must-stop for us.

Great stand with great food!! The red and green sauces are outstanding!…read moreWaiting for my quesadilla as I type this! Can't wait!!

Convenient location by Santa Monica Pier but that is about it…read more Tacos were dry and while not bad per say, also nothing special and can find better food for much better prices. Came here with native Mexicans who said that the birria did not taste authentic at all. Overpriced, certainly for the quality of food but guess you are paying for the location. Charged $17 for 3 birria tacos. No signage of the pricing on the truck so unsure if this is consistent. They have stools and a small floating bar if you want to grab a quick bite by the truck. Seems that most of the rave reviews were from the years prior, perhaps quality or pricing has changed.

I live walking distance from the Victorian so I've been frequenting the Tuesday night food trucks…read morepretty regularly. There's different trucks there every week so you never know who's gonna be there from week to week. Usually a good mix of burgers, tacos, sandwiches, Indian food, BBQ, deep fried goodness, and there's always at least 1 desert truck (gelato, cupcakes, hawaiian shaved ice, etc...) My ONLY complaint is why are there never any Vegan Food Trucks there? I know they exist, but they never come to Santa Monica. It would be great to see them there occasionally. If you have kids, come early and let them run around the lawn area with other kids. After about 8pm it's mostly an adults only crowd. Enjoy!

The food truck lot is a great, fun alternative to the usual dining out experience. As a food truck…read morelover, I was excited to try this Tuesday night event in Santa Monica. Although the facebook page is relatively accurate in listing which trucks will be present, you may be surprised by what trucks are actually there. The variety is nice with a mix of American and ethnic cuisines, street food and entrees, cheap to moderately expensive offerings and dinner and dessert. The parking is either street parking or the adjacent lot for $6. There is seating on the grass nearby or at The Victorian restaurant next door. The lot is small and a little crowded with the trucks, the lines and people walking through. There are also a couple of vendors selling jewelry and trinkets. Drinks are sold at a makeshift bar or at The Victorian. It's a nice event where you can try food from several trucks without having to deal with massive crowds and traffic. While I enjoyed it, my suggestion would be that the folks who operate the Santa Monica food truck lot hire some live entertainment. That would make for an awesome event. https://www.facebook.com/smfoodtrucklot

Beef Burrito (4/5) I wouldn't compare this against a carne…read moreasada burrito, just like how you wouldn't compare a carne asada burrito against a sushi burrito. I definitely cut this burrito some slack because it's more or less sweeten bulgogi meat combined with a korean salad, rolled into a burrito. As long as that's what your expectations are, this for the most part, hits the spot. I've read some commentary regarding the saucing, and I honestly think their expectations is unrealistic. I'd be appalled if my bulgogi meat didn't taste of sauce, it's a critical element of bulgogi. It's like churros without sugar or cinnamon. I find this burrito is pretty tasty, light and refreshing. It tastes as described above. It taste nothing like a carne asada burrito, but I'd say, there are days you crave pure carne asada savory with a possible habanero kick, and there are other days you might crave a bulgogi burrito, some days you might even crave a salad. That being said, they should probably rename this burrito from "beef burrito" to "bulgogi burrito" to better align patron's expectations, because if I was expecting a "beef" burrito, I'd typically expect carne asada.

Ordered the spicy pork and beef bulgogi quesadillas…read more Food came out within 10 mins, tortillas were fresh and toasted, meat was juicy and flavorful, and the cheese melted nicely. It came out to $20 plus tax which is extremely reasonable for the area and for how loaded the quesadillas were with meat. All in all, I give this truck 5 stars! They must have improved their quality since some of these older reviews.

Had their carne asada fries at a festival a couple months ago and they were amazing!!! Service was…read moregreat as well

Gringos Tacos Food Truck is parked outside of 2150 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404 on Tuesdays…read moreand Fridays at around 11:30 am to about 2 pm. I usually order The Gringodilla ($5) with spicy pork. It is filling and full of flavor (sometimes it is a bit too salty for me)! I've also tried the torta - it is huge and filling as well. As for their tacos, stick with the meats. It is a lot better than the fish taco. I DO NOT recommend the fish taco. Here's the link to their menu: http://www.foodtruckmaps.com/la/food_truck/gringos_tacos/menu/ The two men and lady (The cook) are all super nice and friendly! Plenty of meter parking along both sides of Colorado.

Lovebird serves an expensive but worth-every-morsel fried chicken sandwich…read more I came here as part of Venice Beach's First Fridays food truck gathering. Lovebird should be your priority if you only have the stomach/wallet for one thing. But if you come in a group, you can split a sandwich and save (this is what we did). The sandwiches aren't cheap, coming in at $10.50 for a regular and $12.50 for the spicy one. But it is that good. This is going to redefine your fried chicken sandwich expectations. The meat is thick, tender, and incredibly moist, with a generous crunchy breading. The bun mainly serves to just hold everything together. I can't even remember what the toppings were because the chicken just blew my mind that much. I'm not sure where they usually are, but if you can find them, I highly recommend making a visit (or two!).

Delicious chicken from a food truck!? Yep, it's a thing. Thanks to Comic-Con last week for…read moreintroducing me to their crunchy, plump chicken bits. I gotta say, the fella working was incredibly friendly and seemed bubbly & nice. We put in our order and it took awhile, but such is life with a food truck. Especially at a huge fest. Let me tell you, that chicken came out hot as heck, right out the fryer. My friend and I split their Tenders & Fries combo and were quite pleased. As forementioned, the chicken was nice & crunchy on the outside but plump & flavorful on the inside. What else could you ask for with a couple of sliced pickles on top!? Their shoestring fries were great, no issues there and we tried them with their ranch & herb mayo. I think the herb mayo would be excellent on a chicken sandwich but as a dipping sauce, just needed a little extra oomph. I'd try their ancho chili mayo on my next stop in to spice things up a bit. And there will def be a next time! Love Love Bird!

food is good and service is super fast! prices are good and quantity is fantastic! there's a few…read moretables to sit and eat by the truck but most people get takeout! this place is great

Finding a late night taco truck in Los Angeles isn't as difficult as you might think. But finding…read moreone that is tasty, affordable, and hits all the high notes can be a bit trickier. Which takes me to the West LA/Sawtelle neighborhood where I had the chance in trying out "El Paladar Oaxaqueno Taco Truck". Located directly on Santa Monica Blvd and just west of the 405 freeway, this popular mobile food truck has been around since the mid-2000's. And if you're looking for something that operates in the wee hours of the night, they are opened for business 7 days a week from 6:30am-3:00am. I arrived here a little after 8:20pm as I was looking for a meal to hold me through the night. As for the parking, it can be a bit challenging but I was able to find something just around the block. This truck is highly visible from Santa Monica Blvd and not hard to miss. As far as the ordering process goes, this place also offers food delivery (as of 2024) to all the major apps; DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Postmates. But I am someone that enjoys going to place as well as conversing with the employees/staff. Since there was no line during my visit, I walked right up and told the gentleman I would like three Carne Asada tacos (toppings on the side) and one Carne Asada burrito with no rice. Total price came out to around $24 which is quite a bit higher than the trucks in East LA/South Central LA. After making the 20 minute drive back to my hotel room, the tacos and burrito are still piping hot. As far as the flavor, these definitely have that distinctive LA "flavor" as this was seasoned very well and a very unique and acquired taste that you can't find in cities such as San Francisco, San Jose, and Sacramento. Their menu is as extensive as you'd expect as they carry several proteins; Asada, Pastor, Pollo, Chorizo, Cabeza, Lengua, and many more. And as for the selection goes, you have your choice of tacos, burritos, quesadillas, tortas, tlayudas, tostadas, mulitas, enfrijoladas, nachos, and salads. And finally the Mexican refreshments that include Coca-Cola, horchata, aguas frescas, and much more. The pros of "El Paladar Oaxaqueno Taco Truck" are arguably the amazing flavor that these things pack into them as well as a great location that is easily accessible. The cons were the very high prices (I believe my Asada burrito was around $15) and the salsas were just too watered down. Overall not a bad meal but I've had way better, especially in the Los Angeles area. When you factor in great service, above average food, but mediocre prices, I will have to rate this place 4-stars. But they are open until 3:00am so a night out of drinking at the bar/club and your opinion might change.