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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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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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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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

Vostok - Tomato salad - Food Trucks Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Unfortunately, the food did not meet expectations. The plov seemed to be made with very low-quality rice and had an unpleasant smell and taste. The pelmeni dumplings were overly fried and hard on the outside, yet not fully cooked inside, which made them difficult to eat. They tasted like frozen dumplings that may have been cooked directly from the freezer. Additionally, both the beef and chicken shawarma had a noticeably off taste as if the meat was not fresh. Food quality and freshness are very important and I hope this feedback can be taken constructively. read more

Delicious pelmeni and chicken shawarma! Very fresh but decadent, a hefty portion, too. Lovely flavors!

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

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

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

Everything is always very good -- delicious, convenient, and the customer service is really friendly!

i come from southern brooklyn where it's swarming with uzbekistan and kazakhstan food. i came here excited to see if i can get the same quality of food. i ordered a plov and was deeply disappointed. first, the container was half empty. i smelled a very faint fragrance from it. most importantly, the plov was just lacking in flavor. wasn't just not enough salt, but flavor. secondly, it was $17 after tax for a half empty container of rice. i wanted to like it, but this is bad. read more

Finally the Central-Asian type of shawarma! We were waiting years for this! Thank you for bringing it here in Bay Area! The most missed food ever! They are really good and authentic! Try them! read more

Tried the Vostok food truck for lunch today and it was delicious. We ordered the chicken shawarma, Plov and Wok Lagman noodles. I learned that Plov is an Uzbek national rice dish topped with stir fried beef and vegetables, fresh tomatoes/onions are included to mix in. The noodles with beef were perfectly fresh and chewy, chili sauce included on the side. The chicken shawarma was nicely seasoned with a nice thin wrap toasted crispy. The fried pelmeni dumplings were not available so we'll need to try on a return visit. The food truck is located in the gas station parking lot and has covered seating. We will happily support this new local business with truly delicious made to order food and great service. Looking forward to the next time! Thank you!! read more

We tried this truck after not being able to find the truck we were looking for. This place was sooooo good! We came late so they had ran out of beef. No worries at all, it was late at night. So we all got chicken shawarmas. The employee was very nice and when they served the food, it came in a super cute bag. The shawarma was large in size and didn't lack in meat or taste. All 4 of us were amazed at the flavor and can't wait to try more options. The food was all made fresh and came out hot. I looked up what exact cuisine it was and it was exciting to try a new cultures version of a shawarma. We will definitely be back! read more

Extremely delicious, authentic shawarma! If I could, I'd rate it 6/5. The service is extremely fast and friendly Finally, I found a place where I can truly say - this is shawarma! Keep it up, guys! read more

I came here because of the reviews. $15 for just a tiny portion -- only half a bowl. The meat was tough, the rice had no flavor at all. Honestly, this is the worst Hala I've had here. read more

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This is the best authentic Central Asian food I have tried in the bay area (believe me, I've tried them all). They were able to preserve the original recipe for all of the items. My favorite items are lagman (wok), shawarma, and fried pelmeni (dumplings). Serving generous portions. Please open in many more locations. read more