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4.5 (69 reviews)

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Leroy T.

Well Feeling a bit hungry and I was in Pacific Beach San Diego and came up to this Food Truck . Well looking over there menu we got the Crunchy Roll and here is what we thought . First it took about 10 Minutes before our rolls came out , But we had to ask to see if our rolls were ready but I felt it was pretty darn good !! For a food Truck it has to be better than most sushi places !! The Rolls came in 8 pieces and as we were enjoying each piece it was nice Krispy and the rice they use is dam good !! I highly recommend you give this Sushi Truck a try and enjoy everything !! If I happen to bump into this food truck I will for sure enjoy again !!! Good Experience overall !!!

Zs Buddies Signature-Seaworld Sushi Burrito Oversized
Quintin V.

I never do yelp reviews, but Zs was awesome! I got a rainbow roll and shrimp tempura, basic plates and all the ingredients tasted so fresh! Service was fast and the two working the truck were very kind. It was a refreshing surprise to get some sun on my break and find Zs waiting outside.

Absolutely delicious Sushi Burrito
Jessika O.

I was blown away by the sushi burrito! It was not only gorgeous, but delicious as well. The salmon and tuna were super fresh. The salmon was like butter and the tuna was excellent. The burrito stayed together really well and even though I'm not a huge fan of seaweed on the outside, this sheet of nori was somehow thinner and more palpable than most. I will absolutely search this truck out in the future! Yay for yummy mobile sushi in our city!

Poke bowl, no cucumbers
Andrea M.

I'll admit, I was a skeptical about the quality of fish on a food truck. All of my fears went away as soon as I looked at my poke bowl! Zs Buddies has the freshest fish on four wheels! The fish is so fresh, it just melts in your mouth. Ken let us know he picks up his fish DAILY!! You get what you pay for at Zs Buddies. Fresh fish & good portion size thats packed with flavor. The poke did have a bit of spice to it if you are sensitive to any heat. I got my bowl without cucumbers, you can also ask for half rice, half salad if you like. This was my second visit and the service and food was consistent. Great service, great poke! Located in the Target parking lot, plenty of parking. You can sit on the wall and eat or take it to go.

fried oysters
Lam B.

Sushi burritos have come and gone and honestly I was never the biggest fan of them. However, after hearing such positive comments about Zs Buddies, I had to see if they could change my mind on the retired trend. The food truck was in the Target parking lot and their exact location can be found on the website calendar. Their menu consisted of fried appetizers, burritos and new sushi rolls. Unfortunately their ramen and bento boxes were sold out. We placed our order up front and noticed an unmentioned card fee. Our food was finished after 15 minutes. =ORDERED= *Fried Oysters: could have used another minute. The panko exterior was mostly crispy with a third of the oysters being a bit soggy. Oysters were rather small but they were soft and hot. Came with a lemon slice and spicy mayo. *Mt. Fuji Burrito: had an impressive cross section. Stuffed with krab, avocado, tuna and salmon. Loved how most of the burrito consisted of fillings with a thin layer of sushi rice and mixed greens. The tuna and salmon weren't fishy at all, the included slices were thick. I didn't like the smell of the paper wrapping so I removed it. The Mt. Fuji burrito was already massive so I can't imagine how big their oversized version would be. Food was well balanced and the seafood got to shine as opposed to rice. Zs Buddies, you redeemed the sushi burrito trend for me.

Mt. Fuji Sushi Burrito
Krypton C.

Food: After coming here for a Yelp Elite Event, we would say that this food truck is a decent option for a sushi crave fix. The event allowed us to try the Poke Salad Bowl - it came with a good-sized portion of fresh tuna and salmon on top of spring mix, and complemented with seaweed salad, imitation crab, avocado, and cucumber. The ingredients were fresh, and all worked together. However, we thought the sauce was too sweet and swayed from traditional Hawaiian poke recipes; it felt like an Americanized version of poke. The event also allowed us to try the fried oysters - these were also pretty tasty. We bought the Mt. Fuji Burrito and found it better than the bowl. It also came with tuna and salmon, this time tossed in spicy Mayo and rolled in a seaweed/rice burrito. Again, portions were decent for the price/food truck food. If you are hungry after shopping at Target here, we would recommended just the burrito. Service: The owner was a friendly and helpful dude! Gave us a little background on the roots of his food truck venture. Very welcoming energy from him. Atmosphere: Clean food truck situated in the Target parking lot here. Between this truck and the other available, this one caught my eye. Clean menu layout and aesthetics.

Tina T.

AMAZING, run don't walk to this snazzy red truck in North Park!!!!! We arrived before the lunch crowd and I'm so happy we did! This is a "Hot Spot" people! Our sushi lunch was the Best we have had in San Diego! Ken, the gracious Owner and his team took our order: Double Dragon Sushi Burrito. Fresh fresh ingredients, rice, shrimp tempura, avocado, lettuce, crab wrapped in seaweed was Excellent! So glad my husband was with me so I could share this large burrito. Guess what my husband doesn't like sushi, and HE CLEANED HIS PLATE! Next our appetizer was the tempura shrimp, and again it was fresh and delightful. I could not resist the gotta, so I had to get those for at home!! Everything was on the money!! Thanks Ken, hope to see you again! Thank you Hannah for this YELP event. You have spotted a great place again!

Black Widow Sushi Burrito
Desiree J.

Love this truck! They were at Casa Mira View for the Foodie Feast that they have every Monday and Wednesday. I ordered the Black Widow Sushi Burrito based on Javier's suggestion and it was delicious! Their service was great too. I was treated with smiles and a warm welcome. I'll definitely be coming back to try more items on the menu.

Nell E.

I was pumped to try this Japanese fusion food truck, courtesy of the taste makers of Yelp, and it met my every expectation! The Mt. Fuji burrito was everything I thought it would be. With the seaweed wrap, and tuna and salmon pieces, and, importantly, not too much rice, it was the perfect bite every time! It had that satisfying sushi taste with that filling, ample portion of a burrito! The Takoyaki octopus balls, with a creamy filling were so creative! A mite saltier I usually go for, but I loved the creativity, and cured salmon shavings on top, giving it a smoky rich taste. The truck is conveniently located in south park, in the target parking lot and Z's Buddies definitely hit the bull's eye, or fish's eye lol? So bring your buddies and stop by their truck, it's quality seafood, so you won't have to try your luck!

Swan L.

I was pleasantly surprised with Z's Buddies. Their truck is conveniently located in the parking lot of Target South Park. From the menu, I actually really enjoyed the hot items, gyoza and takoyaki. Both steaming hot with great texture and lots of bits of octopus in the takoyaki. Bonita flakes going nuts in the wind! The sushi burritos were gigantic! And the protein were pretty fresh. I saw someone else order their signature burrito which was gigantic - definitely much larger than my forearms. A great value overall

Literally the size of my head!  Zs Buddies Signature-Seaworld Sushi Burrito Oversized
Christine E.

Sushi burritos the size of my head! I came to Z buddies after seeing it on social media. It is located at the South Park Target parking lot. They are usually at this spot, but they do have a calendar on their website to let you know where they will be parked for the day. My husband and I got a couple items on the menu including the shrimp tempura, fried oysters, and 3 different sushi burritos. Everything was great! Usually when we get fried things to go they get soggy when we reach home, but the tempura and fried oysters stayed nice and crispy. The sushi burritos were gigantic and one was enough for two servings! Everything we tried tasted great an the quality of the fish was really good and fresh! I would definitely recommend this food truck if you see it!

Poke Sushi Burrito
Ed M.

Found this food truck at the India Street Wednesday food truck set up. The poke burrito was fresh and delicious. Only downside was a soda plus tip put this whole thing at $22. Not cheap. But like I've said in other reviews...welcome to inflationary times folks.

Fried Oysters
Jack M.

I heard Zs Buddies was having fried oysters on the menu as a special over the weekend, so I headed down to the San Diego Food Markets to give them a go. I was certainly glad I did because they were fantastic. The panko breading was perfect. It was light and crispy but with enough to encompass the whole oyster. The oysters inside were juicy for sure and flavorful. They offered that subtle flavor of the sea and a touch of brine. They were just right. The sauce that came on the side was great. It was creamy and had a touch of spice, bit not much. Zs Buddies also makes poke bowls, sushi burritos, sushi rolls, tempura, and bento boxes. The staff members were all very nice. Check out their web site for their upcoming locations.

Double dragon sushi burrito and seaweed salad

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Really good sushi. Super fresh. I always tell myself to take a picture first before I eat it but I get too excited and always forget.

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Ask the Community - Zs Buddies

Where can I find your food truck? Your menu look very appetizing!

Hi, you can find us at 3030 grape st which we listed on Yelp, but please check our website for schedule as our second truck is getting wrapped, once the second truck is ready, you can expect us to be there 7 days a week. Thank you!

Hi, I'd like to coordinate an appreciation employee lunch for a total of 20 people this coming Friday from 11:30 - 2 pm. Would you be available?

Yes! We can cater it for you! But for weekday we do have a minimum of $700.

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Review Highlights - Zs Buddies

“Between us we shared Signature sea world burrito, Mt.”

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4.8(680 reviews)
1.3 mi•Ridgeview-Webster, Chollas Creek
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This place is really good, for value and taste. I visited because I saw the great reviews on Yelp,…read moreand they don't disappoint. $3 Fish tacos is amazing. They are *not* street tacos, these are full-size tacos with tons of dressings, making it super juicy and filling. You could definitely get full off of just 3 of these. $16 California Burrito is likewise very good. It's huge, so I cut it in half for work and get to eat the other half for lunch the next day. Likewise, very juicy and has actual avocado and pico in it. In earnest, the burrito is a little strange with Spicy Mayo in it, but you can ask for it without. There's so many things in the burrito that I honestly can't name all of it. Location is nice, it's a bit far from my work so it's hard to squeeze into a 30 minute lunch break. It's a food truck with a lot that has plenty of parking. I genuinely have never seen more than 3 other people at the food truck when I go around 11am-1pm on weekdays, so no line and the food is made in a reasonable amount of time. Highly recommend, it's one of my favorite spots now!

Don't go here..... You'll get hooked. I ate 5 fish tacos…read moreand a marlin taco. I wanted to order more, but I couldn't. I wanted to just wait in the shade until I got hungry again, then order another 5. Hot, fresh... LIGHTLY battered... The pickled red onion slaw topping just sets it all off in a very particular kind of way. My son and I ordered 8 fish and 1 marlin... I wanted to come back the next day and do it again. It was the kind of experience where you want to go as much as possible before it gets too popular and they have to raise their prices. Three bucks American for a fish taco that beats pretty much every other spot I've been to that's charging five bucks and some change. Doña taking orders was made me feel welcomed and appreciated. My Spanish is mas o menos at best, so it can be a little intimidating placing an order. She was patient with me and let me practice my español and even complemented my efforts. I will definitely be back soon.

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Leilani's Food Truck - Leilani's 2nd food truck his hitting the streets mid march 2024

Leilani's Food Truck

4.5(67 reviews)
0.0 mi•Chollas View
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Catering service
Private events

WOW! The sheer tenderness of the kalua pork is what brings…read moreme to write this review ! Absolutely amazing! This Hawaiian food truck was hands down one of the best meals I've had in a long time. The food was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Every bite tasted like it was made with care and authentic island flavors. The portions were generous, the prices were fair, and the service was just as impressive. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. You can really tell they take pride in what they do. If you're craving authentic Hawaiian food, this is the place to go. I can't recommend it enough and will definitely be coming back again and again. Mahalo for such an incredible meal! they also have a location in pb if you don't catch them on the go!

Leilani's Food Truck is a fun food truck that frequents different spots around San Diego, my…read morefavorite being the weekly Wednesday in downtown San Diego near Little Italy. Service is always very friendly and quick. My go to dish is the Luau plate which for $17 gives you a trio of meats: ahi poke, teriyaki chicken, and Kalua pork. Everything is quite solid. It's just enough food to be satisfied. I've come 3 times and counting and will continue to come to this wonderful food truck!

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Leilani's Food Truck - One of Leilani's Food truck catering menu options

One of Leilani's Food truck catering menu options

Leilani's Food Truck - Leilani's first food truck with the new wrap. 2024

Leilani's first food truck with the new wrap. 2024

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4.2(159 reviews)
0.0 mi•Chollas View
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Had this food truck during the sharp Grossmont pumpkin patch and really enjoyed it. Friendly…read moreservice, good food, and seems to be good quality as well! Such a fun event, thanks for the good eats!

Get the fries! So good!!!! Finally got my child to try fried with bacon cheese n ranch and she…read moreloved it. They made it great. Wish bacon was more crispy but man this side dish was my meal and such a treat. Hubby said burger was dry but he went back and asked for Mayo and that helped he said. No hot sauce, he wanted something spicy. The Mexican food truck had some they let him have. That was nice. Daughter did not like the grilled cheese. We all tried it and it was way too oily tasting. But we aren't a fan of sourdough. Still it was really oily. The Mac n cheese on the grilled cheese didnt have flavor. Just more oily taste. We didn't eat it. But heads up if you like these type of grilled cheese you'll like it. A lot of places serve them oily and on sourdough like Panera bread etc. So just because we don't like that style doesnt meant you won't. She ate a lot of my fries and hubby went back and got another burger and she ate half. So all good. The fried Oreos weren't that good sadly. No crispy to it. More just soft and sugary. We like the crispy outer layer type. Will 100% bee line to this truck for the fries though. Sadly no tots. Would love to try the tots one day. I've asked the kids school to please bring this truck back for their school event. They use to have it but didnt last year. Well just got the line up for this year, they'll be back!!!! Gonna recommend ppl go get the fries, so good!!!!! Hope they have tots this year. If so we will get both!!!!! And I know my son will get the burger. Can't wait!!!! Sorry didn't get photos because it was dark and where we sat had no light.

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Long line at Cal State event

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Seafood la 57

Seafood la 57

3.9(176 reviews)
2.3 mi•Golden Hill
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Found this food truck on Yelp while in the area!…read more It's located right next to the liquor store, and while parking is very limited, they have a small outdoor patio area and a big screen where you can eat and watch soccer.While standing in line, we heard the fish tacos are the thing to get, but we opted for the Tostada Loca. They ran out of oysters and octopus, so they substituted them with extra mussels and shrimp instead. I was a bit bummed initially, but the food ended up tasting really good! I would definitely come back to try other items on the menu.

Delicious! I was really craving oysters and noticed this truck sold them. To my surprise, they came…read morepreparados! Not what I was expecting but so happy when I tried they them. Half a dozen oysters with shrimp (maybe ceviche/aguachile) and some type of salsa. They come in a nice little bed of ice to keep them cool, they hit the spot on a warm day. I saved the last one towards the end of our meal because I was sad it was coming to an end. Definitely my favorite item of this trip. We also shared a large shrimp cocktail, fish flautas and Clamato. Shrimp cocktail had the perfect seasonings, salty and hint of sweet. Large is good as 1 meal or to share if trying different things. The fish flautas were good, they come with a fried fish inside. Not one of my top items of today but still good to try. The Clamato was so refreshing! Size is big for sharing, great flavor. Everything tasted very fresh which is so important, especially with the oysters. Staff was friendly and super welcoming! $66 for everything was decently priced 2 people sharing. Will definitely be visiting these guys again. *parking & seating - there are high tables and counter to eat on but no chairs. We park at the liquor store since it's a quick trip but there is also street parking.

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Seafood la 57 - Fish Taco

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