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Just when I lost hope in finding rich, flavorful and authentic cuisine in Austin, SXSE has entered the chat. SXSE has easily become one of my favorite food trucks in a long time. THE MENU: Not many items are on the menu, but that is more than okay. SXSE focuses on what they do best, and that's a variety of flavored chicken wings, crispy fried rice, skewers, Lao sausage, and pork buns. There are four different wing flavors to choose from and each sound delicious! However, The Spicy Garlic reels me in every time. MY ORDER: The Spicy Garlic wings are tossed in a spicy and tangy sauce topped with fried garlic. SUPER SAVORY! Another honorable mention is the Crispy Fried Rice, which you have to get along with the skewers! I've tried the Ribeye Steak Skewers and I am obsessed with the Jeow Som sauce that goes with it (the Laotian version of the traditional Southeastern fish sauce).
I like everything but it's difficult to give them a 5-star. Crispy fried rice 3.5/5: I look forward to the crispy fried rice a lot because it's a great dish for drinking (we sat down in a brewery next to the food truck). The texture is great. It's fresh and crispy. It's just way too salty. Pork buns 4/5: the buns could be more fluffy. Beef skewers 4/5: it's good but not outstanding. The beef is well seasoned and soft.
While at Vacancy Brewing, we needed a small bite so we tried SXSE. We ordered an hour before closing so I'm sure they were a little annoyed with us and it showed. Once the dude brought us the food, he just dropped it off and left. I felt a little bad for ordering late, but also, they were still open. Anyways, the sausage was great! Fantastic flavor and whatever the sauce was complimented it well! Personally, I'm not a huge fan of mango so I can't add too much two cents on the rice, but I liked what I did try and my friend seemed to like it! I will give this place another shot when I'm in the area again.
Unfortunately the food we got completely missed the mark and I'm so disappointed I would not return. The total came out to about $40 and we end up not eating most of it and got a real dinner elsewhere. There was a couple people sitting at the patio area when we got there but I believe they were having beers from the nearby brewery. We were really the only customers. According to the online website from the QR code, it claimed our food would take 30 minutes. We ended up waiting that time in our car because it was very cold out, however they did not text us when the food was ready. Because of that the food was already cold. However, I don't think the food would have been good even if it was warm. Ribeye skewers - pretty good seasoning, but the meat was very chewy and rough. The rice was under cooked and had a crunch to it that I did not enjoy. Chicken skewers - the texture of it inside was like boiled chicken, not tender, really not good at all. I picked baby spice for both skewers but it was still pretty spicy. Crispy rice - this is more a side than an entree to me. There is very little meat in it so it's more like a rice side dish. The fragrant of it is pretty good but definitely not worth the price.
Had a chance to try Seske Fud Ko and was very impressed. Got the sausage and the award-winning filet. Beware the spice levels are no joke, so make sure to adjust your preference as necessary. Between the two I really enjoyed the sausage, and it's what I'll be coming back here for. (I'm also excited to try their pork rice). The portions were a little small for a full meal, but the dishes work great as a snack to go along with some cold beers from the next door brewery. The filet was good, but not something I would seek out again.
If you're looking for food with tons of spice and flavor, SXSE is your spot! We went to 4th Tap to try a few beers and the smell of SXSE pulled me in. Food came out in about 10 minutes hot and fresh! The chicken skewers were SPICY, but amazingly tender. The pork crispy rice was very crispy and had just the right about of spice. Can't wait to come back and try more options!
Delicious ribeye steak skewers and crispy fried rice from a food truck outside of Vacancy Brewing. We came on a busy Thursday night and our orders still came out pretty quickly. The fried rice was crispier than any I've ever tried before, and the ribeye was not too fatty and had excellent flavor. The only downside- I wish it came with more than the tiny container of lime sauce. We will be back to try more of their unique menu.
My favorite crawfish found here - and for a very fair price! My mouth was having a seizure trying to understand the explosive flavor. Was it fish sauce, garlic, and lemongrass? Warning: this Laotian crawfish is highly addictive! Their other menu items are definitely worth trying - crispy fried rice (nam khao tod) is infused with refreshing mint leaves; the chicken and beef skewers are best with the spicy tangy fish sauce and jasmine rice. $8 for papaya salad with fried chicken skin is a good deal! Off menu item and only served on Sundays is their yummy Lao chicken noodle soup (Khao piak sen). If you catch them on Sunday, it's a must try!
Delicious Laotian food! Bob, the owner and chef, is kind and passionate about his food. Make plans to visit this food truck, currently parked in the parking lot of 4th Tap Brewery. Follow him on Instagram @sxsefoodco to stay updated on his specials. I went on a Sunday afternoon to try his special Lao chicken noodle soup (Khao Piek Sen) and it was hearty, flavorful, and amazing. This is the ONLY chef serving this dish in Austin, as far as I know! The wings are also really crispy and good. Bob says he marinates them in fish sauce. Would get the wings again for sure! Thanks for the delicious food!
Visited this food truck during an AAPI event at Austin Beerworks. They had limited items on their menu, so we tried the pulled pork steamed buns. The pulled pork was tender and flavorful and the buns were fluffy. I did think it could be more filling to balance the ratio.
Whoa. Whoaaaa. Laotian crossed with southern American flavors, this food truck has shot up directly to being a top favorite! Waited for ages for their Tour de Austin to come around to my neck of the woods on a day that I could make it out in time, and my verdict is: Drive to wherever it currently is because no matter how far, IT'S WORTH IT. The starring dish that I tried was the Ribeye Skewer with Crispy Fried Rice (Nam Khao Tod) with jeow som sauce, and the mango sticky rice. (Also tried to order the pork belly fried rice but they were out, unfortunately). The skewers: I literally "mmm"d out loud (sitting alone in the park) when I bit in to this. Did not expect it to be so tender, so perfect, so juicy! The crispy fried rice is a must must must!!!! Comes with the crispiest crispety bits and together with the beef nam, there's SO MUCH FLAVOR and texture. Skip the jasmine rice everytime in favor of this. ...And that jeow som sauce...I've never tried it before but my goodness, it's like crack! It's got so much funk (in all the best ways). I want to have this with everything. Looked up a recipe online and it's a combo of chili, garlic, lime, fish sauce, and sugar. The mango sticky rice -- made with forbidden rice which adds to the texture and prevents it from getting too dense and congealed. And the coconut cream was perrrrrfect.
Best mango sticky rice I've had in Austin! Sticky rice was perfect chew and texture with delicious condensed milk and super sweet mango slices. Might have ate a few bites before even thinking to take a pic
We are not too familiar with Laotian street food, but that did not matter with our sampling of SXSE. We really enjoyed the pulled pork buns, a chicken skewer, and beef skewers on rice. We requested some spicy and some mild, and these were distinguished for us. Don't make me choose which one was the best!
I spend a lot of time around St. Elmo. I frequent a lot of the places in The Yard like Spokesman Coffee, St. Elmo Brewing, and all the food trucks throughout. Until this year, I never noticed right across the street was Vacancy Brewing and the SXSE Food Co food truck. I took advantage of an Austin Asian Restaurant Passport that benefited a local charity, while also promoting local Asian restaurants. SXSE Food Co was one of the participating restaurants, and I wanted to take the opportunity to try Laotian food. The food was solid, with the flavorful sweet and savory balance similar to Thai and Vietnamese food. The skewers were solid but the crispy fried rice was my favorite dish. It had amazing texture with the crispiness and chewy nature of the sticky rice. There's also freshness from the herbs. The dish overall reminded me of the savory sticky rice with Chinese sausage we make in Cantonese cuisine, and the nostalgia made me love it that much more. read more
Fried rice is often an afterthought, a side or a foundation, not a feature or meal in itself. SXSE Food flips the script and is turning out what is quite frankly the best fried rice I've ever had. It's the only vegan option, but damn, they absolutely nail it. The rice is genuinely crispy, infused with the warm spice of red curry and fragrant herbs like Thai basil, cilantro, and scallions, for a full sensory experience. There's even some coconut for those rich, toasted notes to round it all out. Just be sure to specify vegan because they also have a version with beef. They're parked out at Vacancy Brewing which means you're never too far from an excellent option to soak up that last beer. read more
3 years ago
Just when I lost hope in finding rich, flavorful and authentic cuisine in Austin, SXSE has entered the chat. SXSE has easily become one of my favorite food trucks in a long time. THE MENU: Not many items are on the menu, but that is more than okay. SXSE focuses on what they do best, and that's a variety of flavored chicken wings, crispy fried rice, skewers, Lao sausage, and pork buns. There are four different wing flavors to choose from and each sound delicious! However, The Spicy Garlic reels me in every time. MY ORDER: The Spicy Garlic wings are tossed in a spicy and tangy sauce topped with fried garlic. SUPER SAVORY! Another honorable mention is the Crispy Fried Rice, which you have to get along with the skewers! I've tried the Ribeye Steak Skewers and I am obsessed with the Jeow Som sauce that goes with it (the Laotian version of the traditional Southeastern fish sauce). read more
I like everything but it's difficult to give them a 5-star. Crispy fried rice 3.5/5: I look forward to the crispy fried rice a lot because it's a great dish for drinking (we sat down in a brewery next to the food truck). The texture is great. It's fresh and crispy. It's just way too salty. Pork buns 4/5: the buns could be more fluffy. Beef skewers 4/5: it's good but not outstanding. The beef is well seasoned and soft. read more
While at Vacancy Brewing, we needed a small bite so we tried SXSE. We ordered an hour before closing so I'm sure they were a little annoyed with us and it showed. Once the dude brought us the food, he just dropped it off and left. I felt a little bad for ordering late, but also, they were still open. Anyways, the sausage was great! Fantastic flavor and whatever the sauce was complimented it well! Personally, I'm not a huge fan of mango so I can't add too much two cents on the rice, but I liked what I did try and my friend seemed to like it! I will give this place another shot when I'm in the area again. read more
Unfortunately the food we got completely missed the mark and I'm so disappointed I would not return. The total came out to about $40 and we end up not eating most of it and got a real dinner elsewhere. There was a couple people sitting at the patio area when we got there but I believe they were having beers from the nearby brewery. We were really the only customers. According to the online website from the QR code, it claimed our food would take 30 minutes. We ended up waiting that time in our car because it was very cold out, however they did not text us when the food was ready. Because of that the food was already cold. However, I don't think the food would have been good even if it was warm. Ribeye skewers - pretty good seasoning, but the meat was very chewy and rough. The rice was under cooked and had a crunch to it that I did not enjoy. Chicken skewers - the texture of it inside was like boiled chicken, not tender, really not good at all. I picked baby spice for both skewers but it was still pretty spicy. Crispy rice - this is more a side than an entree to me. There is very little meat in it so it's more like a rice side dish. The fragrant of it is pretty good but definitely not worth the price. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
Had a chance to try Seske Fud Ko and was very impressed. Got the sausage and the award-winning filet. Beware the spice levels are no joke, so make sure to adjust your preference as necessary. Between the two I really enjoyed the sausage, and it's what I'll be coming back here for. (I'm also excited to try their pork rice). The portions were a little small for a full meal, but the dishes work great as a snack to go along with some cold beers from the next door brewery. The filet was good, but not something I would seek out again. read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
If you're looking for food with tons of spice and flavor, SXSE is your spot! We went to 4th Tap to try a few beers and the smell of SXSE pulled me in. Food came out in about 10 minutes hot and fresh! The chicken skewers were SPICY, but amazingly tender. The pork crispy rice was very crispy and had just the right about of spice. Can't wait to come back and try more options! read more
Delicious ribeye steak skewers and crispy fried rice from a food truck outside of Vacancy Brewing. We came on a busy Thursday night and our orders still came out pretty quickly. The fried rice was crispier than any I've ever tried before, and the ribeye was not too fatty and had excellent flavor. The only downside- I wish it came with more than the tiny container of lime sauce. We will be back to try more of their unique menu. read more
5 years ago
My favorite crawfish found here - and for a very fair price! My mouth was having a seizure trying to understand the explosive flavor. Was it fish sauce, garlic, and lemongrass? Warning: this Laotian crawfish is highly addictive! Their other menu items are definitely worth trying - crispy fried rice (nam khao tod) is infused with refreshing mint leaves; the chicken and beef skewers are best with the spicy tangy fish sauce and jasmine rice. $8 for papaya salad with fried chicken skin is a good deal! Off menu item and only served on Sundays is their yummy Lao chicken noodle soup (Khao piak sen). If you catch them on Sunday, it's a must try! read more
6 years ago
Delicious Laotian food! Bob, the owner and chef, is kind and passionate about his food. Make plans to visit this food truck, currently parked in the parking lot of 4th Tap Brewery. Follow him on Instagram @sxsefoodco to stay updated on his specials. I went on a Sunday afternoon to try his special Lao chicken noodle soup (Khao Piek Sen) and it was hearty, flavorful, and amazing. This is the ONLY chef serving this dish in Austin, as far as I know! The wings are also really crispy and good. Bob says he marinates them in fish sauce. Would get the wings again for sure! Thanks for the delicious food! read more
Visited this food truck during an AAPI event at Austin Beerworks. They had limited items on their menu, so we tried the pulled pork steamed buns. The pulled pork was tender and flavorful and the buns were fluffy. I did think it could be more filling to balance the ratio. read more
6 years ago
Whoa. Whoaaaa. Laotian crossed with southern American flavors, this food truck has shot up directly to being a top favorite! Waited for ages for their Tour de Austin to come around to my neck of the woods on a day that I could make it out in time, and my verdict is: Drive to wherever it currently is because no matter how far, IT'S WORTH IT. The starring dish that I tried was the Ribeye Skewer with Crispy Fried Rice (Nam Khao Tod) with jeow som sauce, and the mango sticky rice. (Also tried to order the pork belly fried rice but they were out, unfortunately). The skewers: I literally "mmm"d out loud (sitting alone in the park) when I bit in to this. Did not expect it to be so tender, so perfect, so juicy! The crispy fried rice is a must must must!!!! Comes with the crispiest crispety bits and together with the beef nam, there's SO MUCH FLAVOR and texture. Skip the jasmine rice everytime in favor of this. ...And that jeow som sauce...I've never tried it before but my goodness, it's like crack! It's got so much funk (in all the best ways). I want to have this with everything. Looked up a recipe online and it's a combo of chili, garlic, lime, fish sauce, and sugar. The mango sticky rice -- made with forbidden rice which adds to the texture and prevents it from getting too dense and congealed. And the coconut cream was perrrrrfect. read more
3 years ago
Best mango sticky rice I've had in Austin! Sticky rice was perfect chew and texture with delicious condensed milk and super sweet mango slices. Might have ate a few bites before even thinking to take a pic read more
We are not too familiar with Laotian street food, but that did not matter with our sampling of SXSE. We really enjoyed the pulled pork buns, a chicken skewer, and beef skewers on rice. We requested some spicy and some mild, and these were distinguished for us. Don't make me choose which one was the best! read more
This is the resident food trailer for 4th Tap Brewery. They state they are Southern American and Southeast Asian flavors. We tried a few items and all were tasty, although we liked some items more than others. * Chicken Skewers - 5 stars. Flavorful and moist chicken with dipping sauce. * Pork Ribbon Skewers - 4 stars. * Chicken Eggrolls - 3.5 stars. Satisfying and pairs well with beer. * Imperial Bites - Okay but wouldn't order again. Just a note - there were no vegetarian/vegan options. read more
5 years ago
I love at the food truck is conveniently parked at brewery so you can also grab some beers! It looks like the menu rotates once in awhile. Ribeye Skewer ($10 for two): The ribeye was juicy and seasoned well. There was a natural smoke lingering. My favorite item of the night. Crispy Fried Rice ($9): The texture was satisfyingly crispy, but I wasn't as big of a fan of the tart flavor. Crispy Caramel Chicken Wings ($12 for 5): It reminded me of my family's Vietnamese chicken wings recipe. The caramelization on the juicy wings gave off complex flavors of sweet, savory, and bitter. read more
3 years ago
I have been here five times since first discovering it a 1.5 months ago. I have tried most of their menu and have never left disappointed. All their food is complex and perfectly balanced. The dish I keep coming back to is their crispy fried rice. This spot is a must try. read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
Amazing food! We got the ribeye skewers with crispy fried rice, chicken imperial rolls, and chicken wings! Everything was incredible, loved the skewers and rice and imperial rolls the best! Need to get the crispy fried rice as well, it's necessary. Love the food so much, we will definitely be coming back soon! read more
Y'all, this food truck is QUALITY! They take pride in the dishes they put out and it really shows. Rarely do I have food *this* good from a food truck. I had the Tom yum soup and ribeye skewers with the crispy fried rice. And ... WOW! The ribeye skewers were amazing, I could definitely taste that the steak was marinated and it was incredibly flavorful and juicy, not too much fat, but the real MVP of thIS meal was the amazing crispy fried rice! Like whoa, first off crispy rice is one of my favorite textual food loves and second holy cow the flavors and the herbs sprinkled in. It's crispy, it's chewy, it's herbaceous, it's salty, it's sweet, it acidic, but most importantly it's freaking deliciousness!! The crispy fried rice is cooked rice that's crisped up and browned while sticking to the bottom of the pot, then it's broken up and mixed together and fried up with with a ham/spam kind of Laotian sausage, THEN, it's topped off with a mixtures of herbs parsley, mint, and perhaps a few other touches. The chicken Tom Yum soup really hit the spot on the freezing cold day, I'm pretty sure it's made from the same soup mix I use and it's a great! I really loved the added touch of the soup!! I'm going to follow these guys all around Austin, until the open up a brick and mortar location. Can't wait to see what great food is to come from these great taste visionaries!! read more
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Hey, Alison. By using original recipes and the highest quality…
6 years ago
Insanely good. I was lucky to attend one of the chef's table dinners and was absolutely blown away. Their understanding and knowledge of traditional Laos cuisine is remarkable and the way that they use traditional flavors and ideas in new ways, with American ingredients is exceptional. The food could be considered "fusion" but not in the Chinese chicken salad or kogi taco sort of way. Everything tastes authentic to family recipes, just using the bounty of ingredients available in Texas. TL:DR eat here. It's awesome. read more
4 years ago
Was at their food truck at a AAPI event. Got their pull pork bao and it was good. Lots of different spices on a bun. A bit pricy for 2 buns. read more
This was the absolute best asian interpretation of chicken and waffles that I've had. Possibly even one of the best chicken and waffles in general. We came across the SXSE food truck at the Startup games event this past weekend. There were a lot of people in line so the wait was going to be 30 minutes for this food item. I was starving but had my eye on this unique green waffle everyone was carrying around. Well, it was definitely worth the wait! The chicken came out hot & crispy and the waffle was also soft & warm. The caramel fish sauce was an incredible addition. I'd love to try some of the other food items on their truck if I ever come across them again! I'll have to stalk their other locations. read more
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Bob S.
The deliciousness is in the details, Marci! We're thrilled to hear…
7 years ago
It was our first time trying SXSE!! Absolutely LOVE that Lao food is finally getting its recognition -- so we gotta support it!! The food truck was at Celis Brewery when we tried it. You can check their schedule on their website. www.sxsefoodco.com/pages/calendar Chef Bob brings these popular Lao dishes in a unique and new way. My husband and I ordered the chicken and waffles, which is made with pandan. We also got the Smoked Chicken Confit (Ohp Gai Gahp Khao) with Jeow Som. My friend ordered the Crispy Fried Rice (Nam Khao Tod) but with beef nam instead of pork. She also ordered Thom Kem: sous vide/grilled pork belly + braised egg + thom kem reduction jus, and the Lao sausage!! We were also the first 100 ppl there, so we got the chance to try their ribeye steak skewer with crispy fried rice in a mini cup! I would say to was a wonderful combination with the beer at Celis Brewery Anyway, you guys just need to go experience it for yourselves and you won't be disappointed!! They also won 1st place + $10,000 for 2019 Top 10 from Trucklandia!! read more
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Bob S.
There's nothing like the first visit, Linda! Good call on checking…
5 years ago
Decided to stop by for the Drag Brunch at Wanderlust. They had $20 bottomless mimosas. Needed some food to get me through and I snagged some Laotian food. The flavors were fantastic and I loved the spicy fish sauce they gave with the food. My major problem was that the crispy fried rice which I paid $5 extra for... was literally stone cold. It's as if it came out of a refrigerator? Is that normal? I'm not sure. All I know is that I was not a fan. The flavors of the grilled meat and the crispy rice were 5 stars, but the ice cold rice ruined it for me. read more
So delicious! Food truck was in my neighborhood so I decided to order, almost, one of everything as I'd been wanting to try their food. The guys were super friendly when I picked up my order which was ready on time. Thai Tea - Always a good choice! Pork Belly Skewers - So, so yummy. Perfectly cooked! Pork Belly Fried Rice - OMG! Delish! So much going on but all of the flavors complemented each other perfectly. Chicken Eggrolls - Simple and perfect side. I could probably have eaten 5 of these. Lemongrass Ribeye Skewers - This was really my only "disappointment" as the beef was WELL DONE. I would've preferred medium at the most. But I didn't note that (and not sure that is even an option). However, they had a great flavor. The BEST part, though, was the crispy fried rice the skewers were on top of. SOOOO GOOD!!!! Definitely worth your time & money. Can't wait to order again. read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
If you are a foodie and you love to travel, this food truck will bring that together for you. The Laotian dishes and flavors are presented in a way that will appeal to your fine dining senses. Everything is delicious. My favorite is the "crispy fried rice". It's exactly like how my mom would make it. The coconut and red curry combination with the crispy rice edges... mmmmmm... The chicken and waffle? Gosh this can be entered in competition for the best chicken and waffle out there. The slightly sweet pandan waffle wrapped around a crispy chicken drizzled with caramelized tangy, spicey fish sauce are familiar flavors put together in a unique combination. The tuna crudo, the steak, the prime rib tacos, the Thai tea creme brulee ... if this is not a foodie food truck, I don't know what is. The pics I pulled from their Instagram account. read more
3 years ago
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