I usually pass by this truck every time I have a dermatology appointment, but one day I decided to…read moregive it a try. It was a Tuesday and Election Day.
First of all, everything here is $13, except for shrimp meals, which are around $14. If you're paying with Apple Pay or another app, there's an additional dollar fee, so cash is better.
There's another food truck between Sumpter Pl and Broadway, outside Woodhull Hospital and near Starbucks and Chipotle. The prices are slightly different, with most menu items ranging from $11 to $12, so I assume each operator adjusts for competition. The demographic at my location is primarily African American, but this part of Bushwick tends to be more diverse, with many families, children, and a notable Hispanic presence.
For what you're getting, it's really good. My birria tacos were loaded with flavor from the well-seasoned beef, which has a great burst of juicy meat and cheese that makes the soft taco even more tender and chewy. The vegetables and the mozzarella added moisture to the taco, and the birria sauce was savory and plentiful--I had extra and couldn't resist drinking it like soup. You'll definitely need a drink to refresh your palate afterward. The smell of onions and peppers will linger on your hands, face, breath, and clothes.
No doubt they are using fresh ingredients, but beware, you will need a peppermint.
The truck is parked near the Myrtle Ave. Checkers, Dunkin' Donuts, and Popeyes, making it easy for Brooklynites to spot or for people who know the area to stumble upon. However, because it's on Myrtle Ave., locals know this isn't the most hygienic or scenic spot, even by Brooklyn standards. Myrtle Ave. is Brooklyn's very own 125th St., if that makes sense. The loud noises from traffic, blaring speakers, or a homeless person claiming this block as theirs, unfortunately, take away from the pleasant vibe of a humble taco stand.
The operator of the truck was so nice and friendly. I would definitely recommend people try this truck, but honestly, it might be too good for this rough area.