Tried the beef and lamb shawarma here for the first time yesterday because, unfortunately, the chicken shawarma was completely sold out. And wow -we were so impressed! The quality of the shawarma and especially the beef and lamb was absolutely incredible. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. The guys working there were also incredibly kind, attentive, and welcoming. We waited around 30 minutes because there was a line, but honestly, we didn't mind at all. It was definitely worth the wait! We'll absolutely be back to try the lagman, chebureki, and, of course, the chicken shawarma next time. Wishing these guys nothing but success! Keep growing -you're doing an amazing job! read more

My Kazakh friend introduced me to lagman so I've been on a mission to try all the variations! I got the wok fried lagman here which came with noodles, beef, and vegetables. It was a regional variation very different from others I've tried - a very smoky, spiced flavor that I can't put my finger on but it was finger licking good! I also got the yogurt drink, which is like a very thin kefir with a little fizziness. Not too sour not too sweet a great complement to the meat! Logistics: - it's a food truck in a gas station parking lot with a covered seating area - there are a few spots in the gas station to pull up and park but I ended up parking a half a block down on newhall read more

Finally got a chance to try this place, and it's pretty good. $19 for a bowl of wok Lagman after tax and credit card fee. Decent portion size, and very unique flavor. Definitely has a good flavor, very savory. Glad to have a yummy food truck nearby, I'll have to try a wrap next time those look good too read more

Vostok - Wok Lagman - Food Trucks Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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We got Chicken shawarma.The food itself was good and flavorful but the only thing I did not like there was barely any chicken I'm not sure if that's because we went late by closing time or they usually put that much chicken? The shawarma itself was big and it came with a special garlic sauce which made it even taste a lot better. We also got Chapal(Yogurt Drink) it was good but needed little more flavor or little more salt in it but overall it was really good with shawarma. read more

Vostok - Food Trucks Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Shawarma wraps are a good portion given their price. I usually get the King Shawarma wrap and it lasts me 2 meals (and I eat more than most people I know). read more

I LOVE Shawarma here. I came from a city where everyone loves shawarma and plov. I was so excited when finally this place got opened! It is delicious! I tried chicken shawarma, they have King size too (it is pretty big portion!). The prices are pretty average. I paid for my order $15.95 + tax. I chose to-go option and received really nice bag for my order! Staff is super friendly. You can pay cash. Foodtruck is located next to the gas station, so it can get pretty busy there. There is a restroom from the gas station nearby. There is even the area under the tent if you prefer dine-in option. Street Parking is available nearby, there is a small parking lot behind gas station as well. read more

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All you need is plov, babeee! That's what we say in my family, anyway. Vostok is that elusive foodie find, a cute aesthetic food truck in a gas station with outrageously delish homemade central Asian food, lovingly prepared from the best ingredients. Plov had the perfect savory taste of cumin seasoned beef and glossy rice and carrots. It came with a nice refreshing tomato onion salad. I couldn't get enough of the rice in this dish. The chicken shawarma wrap was SO GOOD. The sauces, tangy pickle, cabbage, tomato, chicken, all melting inside a crackling crispy toasted lavash crunchwrap. Oh my. I had the apple compote juice special. Great with the food, adding a fruity element, but not too sweet. The service was awesome; this clearly a labor of love. The picnic area was clean and comfortable. They accept credit card and call your name when it's ready. read more

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Vostok is one of our neighborhood's 3 gas station food trucks. We tried the king chicken shawarma and the wok lagman. The king chicken shawarma portion was very generous and lasted 2 meals for us. I personally preferred the wok Lagman because of the types of spices they used, it's more similar to Chinese fried soy sauce noodles than Xinjiang lagman but heavier with garlic, cumin and a hint of tangy. The shawarma had crispier bread, with garlic sauce inside. The chicken was a little dry tbh but flavors were decent. I prefer having grilled tomato or peppers in shawarma but this is just a personal preference. They have a nice and clean tented area for us to eat our food behind the gas station and the service provided was pleasant and with free hot tea! Definitely recommend this place. This place is also certified halal if you are Muslim or have Muslim friends. read more

I read about this place on the KQED midnight eats series and it absolutely did not disappoint. I got the chicken Shawarma, the wok lagman, and the plov and all three were unbelievable. I also got the special lemonade which was another 10 out of 10. The food was hot, fresh, and definitely made with love. The chicken Shawarma was the best Shawarma I've ever had and it comes with this delicious garlic sauce, which it didn't even need because the Shawarma was so perfect (the sauce is fire tho). Absolutely no notes, will be going back soon. They were out of the beef dumplings this time so I am looking forward to trying that next time! read more

I've been on the search for shawarma that's similar to the ones I've had back in Eastern Europe and this has definitely hit the spot! I prefer the beef shawarma and my partner really enjoyed the chicken one. I also really appreciated the complimentary hot tea you can grab while waiting for your order. There is a little seating area right next to the food truck or you can grab to go. read more

Feels like an undiscovered gem. We went on Tuesday night, around 9pm. There was no line at the time. Service was good. We got Plov and beef/lamb shawarma. Both were very good. There is a nice seating area, but we took our food to go. It is a great late-dinner option in an area that doesn't have many. read more

The taste of the beef shawarma was really good, especially with the French fries inside. It was also a pretty big portion too as it ended up being much bigger than what I thought. Great service, cool people, clean and nice looking truck. It's located right next to gas station read more

Vostok - Beef Shwarma - and yes - it's much bigger (longer) than you think. - Food Trucks Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This is the first place where I've found shawarma that actually tastes good. I'm used to Eastern European style, and I couldn't find anything similar until someone recommended this place. The only downside was my last visit -- the shawarma had ketchup mixed with a garlic sauce instead of just the usual garlic sauce. Not sure why they changed it, but I really hope it's not permanent. I'm going to revisit the place but not sure if I need to mention this when I make an order. Btw my friend who bought the same shawarma from that place confirmed that there's no ketchup added in the sauce. So, I hope that was just that time read more

Well, if you're from Central Asia, you'll probably won't like the food. The fried dumplings were just store bought pelmeni from a Russian market, thrown in a pan and served with no sides at all. Literally just fried pelmeni for $16. The lagman wasn't authentic. It tasted like chow mein and had no flavor. The beef shawarma had no taste either, and they stuffed fries inside to make it look fuller instead of adding real meat or at least more salad. The meat that was there was also low quality. I am from Tajikistan and really miss our food and wanted to enjoy and support this place but I walked away completely disappointed. read more

Had a great experience at Vostok Gyro. We ordered the chicken shawarma, lagman, and plov, everything was delicious. The chicken shawarma was juicy, flavorful, and a great portion size. The garlic sauce served on the side was especially tasty and paired perfectly with it. The lagman had a rich, fragrant broth and was very well seasoned. The plov was also excellent, simple, comforting, and full of flavor. Definitely coming back! read more

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If you're looking to try something different, this spot is worth a visit. It serves Central Asian cuisine - a rare find in the Bay Area - and is a great choice if you're after halal or Mediterranean-style food. I've tried almost everything on the menu, and my top picks are the beef shawarma, plov (a flavorful rice and meat dish similar to Afghan qabili palau or Uzbek pilaf), and compot (a refreshing drink made from natural fruits). It's a food truck located at a gas station, but there's plenty of parking and outdoor seating with tables and chairs. The food quality, location, and service are all excellent. Definitely give it a try! read more

By far the best shawarma in the bay. Service is amazing and the food is extremely delicious. If you are from Eastern Europe any post Soviet country, you will able to taste a piece of home. read more

The best Central Asian shawarma in the Bay Area! I especially enjoyed their chicken shawarma and paired it with their refreshing kompot fresh drink. The drink was very refreshing and tasty, and not too sweet (which is a compliment!) Coming back again soon! Thank you read more

Vostok is such a gem of a food truck! The owners bring flavors straight from Kyrgyzstan, and you can really taste the tradition and care in every bite. What I loved: * The chicken shawarma is juicy, fresh, and wrapped with their house sauce and fries -- a perfect combo. * The beef shawarma is rich and hearty, definitely one of my favorites. * Their plov tastes just like authentic Central Asian comfort food -- fragrant rice with beef and spices that warm you up. * The lagman noodles are incredible -- hand-pulled noodles cooked with beef and veggies, a true Kyrgyz classic. * Don't miss the fried dumplings -- crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and so good with sour cream. Drinks: They even serve traditional-style drinks like Chalap (a tangy yogurt drink) and Kompot (sweet homemade fruit lemonade), which makes the experience feel even more authentic. Overall: If you want something different from the usual food truck fare, this is the place. Authentic Kyrgyz flavors, generous portions, and friendly people running it. Highly recommend trying everything on the menu -- you'll feel like you got a little taste of Kyrgyzstan right here! read more

We finally have some of the best Kyrgyz food in Bay Area. Have tried their beef shawarma and it was as good if not better than in Bishkek. Next on my menu to try is their lagman. read more

Vostok - Beef shawarma. - Food Trucks Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Super delicious chicken shawarma! The food has so many amazing flavors -- I want to come back again and again! 100% recommend this place! read more

Vostok - Food Trucks Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Delicious shawarma! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The ingredients tasted really high-quality, and the packaging was neat and beautiful. I enjoyed everything from start to finish. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending this place to others! read more

Food is terrific! Very happy to have found this place. Plov is great and the Shawarma is good too. Parking can be tough since next to a gas station but you can pull up anywhere really. will be back for sure! read more

The best shawarma in the whole Bay Area! Perfectly seasoned, juicy, and so authentic -- absolutely delicious! Very affordable, super fresh, and made with love. Thank you guys for opening this place!! read more

I had a great experience here. The portions are honestly impressive you definitely get your money's worth, which is rare these days. Everything came out fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared, but what stood out the most was how generous they are with the servings. read more

Love this spot! Been here about 4 times. It's in a gas station parking lot so if you blink and you might miss it. They have a canopy and tables in the shaded area of the back lot. They're all really nice and friendly. Food is absolutely delicious. I get the chicken shawarma no fries. Extra sauce on the side because it's so good I could drink it. Need to try their dumplings next. read more

Came again for the delicious halal shawarma. We took it to-go and enjoyed it hot at home. It's always ready quickly and the service is lovely. read more

Absolutely delicious food! Their shawarma is hands down the best I've had in a long time -- incredibly flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and cooked just right. You can really tell they put care into the quality of the ingredients and the preparation. I'll definitely be coming back for more. read more

Gave it a chance twice. Came at 12:30 to get plov it wasn't ready. Came back again at 5:30 they told me it was sold out. What's the point of having the place open from 12 to 11 if they only sell stuff for few hours a day. Will not waste my time again. read more

I'd love to give 5 stars, but my experience is closer to a 2. The first time I came in to order a beef shawarma, I was told the beef was still cooking and I'd need to wait about 30 minutes. No big deal - I placed the order and left. I came back after 40 minutes and was told I needed to wait even longer. In the end, it took over an hour to make 4 shawarmas. They said the employee was new, which explained the delay. As an apology, they offered me a can of Coke. I declined - this stuff happens, so it's fine. About a month later, I decided to give it another try. I called ahead and ordered 3 shawarmas without fries. I double-checked a couple of times to make sure there would be no fries. I was told to come back in 15 minutes. When I arrived, the order still wasn't ready - fine, no problem. But it ended up taking over 30 minutes. When I went to pay and pick it up, I heard the same explanation again: the employee was new and had accidentally put fries into all 3 shawarmas. I ended up leaving without my order. The cherry on top: the employee who used the payment terminal was wearing gloves completely covered in grease, which makes me think the gloves aren't changed very often. read more

Great place, it's a food truck, with place to sit, and had self service free warm tea! I ordered Shawarma beef, which was delicious but I would say it's a bit pricy. I Paid above 18 dollars (tax included) for one Shawarma. Partially the beef was a bit chewy (maybe not very fresh but still okay). Any way, If it was 3 dollars cheaper then it would be more reasonable to me and I could consider coming more often. More importantly the food is Halal. Which I appreciate that a lot. In general I think 4 out 5 is a fair rating. Thank You So much. read more

Amazing experience overall! The food quality was outstanding and exceeded my expectations. The service was attentive and friendly. I was also impressed by the nice, thoughtful packaging that kept everything fresh and secure during delivery! read more

I tried both the chicken shawarma and beef shawarma at Vostok Gyro & Shawarma Halal, and they were absolutely delicious. I also had their Kompot, a sweet homemade lemonade, and loved that it was light and not overly sweet --just perfect for my taste. The spot is tucked inside a gas station, so parking can be a little tight, but that didn't take away from the great food and service. I'm all about supporting small businesses, and this one is worth it. I'll definitely be back to try more of their dishes! read more

Da best shawarma in the town. Their lagman is soo yummy and it is all halal Definitely recommend this place!

We tried the king beef shawerma sandwich and it was fantastic. Very juicy and delicious. Spices and everything was exactly perfect and enough. The king size is perfectly enough for 2 people. Keep up the good work. It is very nice to find a good spot in the neighborhood. read more

Delicious shawarma, especially with beef! The best in town, also free tea. Love the vibe read more

Shawarma is great! Delicious, authentic, super fresh ingredients. We will be back for sure

Not bad for a chicken shawarma. Was it the best ... no. Was it good .... Yes . Lady was real nice . I'll try the bed next time. Located in parking lot of gas station so gas station ambiance. read more

After 7 years of trying everything -- burritos, Syrian shawarma, you name it -- I finally found something better at Vostok food truck. The shawarma (shaverma) is next-level: juicy, flavorful, unforgettable. The fried pelmeni are unreal -- crispy, golden, and full of taste. And the plov... it went straight to my heart. What makes it even more special is that it reminds me of true street food in Asia -- authentic, unique, and so tasty you can't stop eating. This is the real deal. Please come and try it yourself -- true, true, true! read more

5/5 stars for the shawarmas. They are nice and warm when you receive them and are super delicious!