Food Trucks at Universal Studios

A silly little blog about the food trucks at South Weddington Park, and sometimes stuff about Pugs.

April 30, 2012

Truck for Monday 4/30

Good Greek Grub
11:30 - 2:30
Menu


Traditional Greek favorites.  Gyros, dolmathes, souvlaki, kaftedes, pitas, salads and fries.








Asian Cravings
12:00 - 2:00
Menu

Asian fusion:  Chinese/ Japanese/ Vietnamese. Pork & shrimp potstickers, curry-smothered fries,  Thai chili salt & pepper chicken wings, pulled pork, braised beef or pork katsu sliders, tacos, jasmine rice bowl or Japanese chicken curry.
 Video of the Day - Pug and Shih-tzu mix play


April 27, 2012

Trucks for Friday 4/27

Los Saigon
12:00 - 2:30
Menu

Vietnamese food with a twist of L.A.  Banh Mis made with beef, cold cut pork or chicken.  Tacos with beef, chicken or pork.







Get Toasted
12:00 - 2:00
Menu


Toasted classic gourmet sandwiches infused with Asian and Spanish flavors.  Yes, they have a 4-cheese Grilled Cheese sandwich and a TOASTED PB&J.  And their french fries are some of the best out there.



Aloha Fridays
11:30 - 2:30
Facebook page


Teriyaki chicken & beef, kalua pork with or w/o cabbage, ahi tuna poke, spam musubi, chicken katsu, garlic shrimp and loco moco.  Good stuff!





Corazon de Jah
11:30 - 2:30
menu


100% plant-based menu.  Tacos, burritos, kabobs, pasta, curry, burgers, chili, hot dogs, breakfast, fries, desserts and lattes.








George's Greek Truck
11:30 - 2:30
Menu

New to Uni!  From the owners of George's Greek Cafe in downtown L.A.  Gyros, dolmathes, keftethes, hummus, calamari, salads, burgers, steak, shrimp, chicken, salmon, trout and falafels.





Dolce Burgee
11:30 - 2:30
menu


New to Uni!  Angus beef burgers in 1/4 or 1/2 pound patties, chicken pita wraps, turkey burger, veggie burgers, hot dogs, chicken strips, grilled cheese sandwiches, and cheddar or feta fries, made with regular or sweet potatoes.  NOT SURE IF THEY'RE COMING.  They told me they'd be here on Wednesday, but they never showed.


Video of the Day - Why Pugs love Bloomingdale's


April 26, 2012

Trucks for Thursday 4/26

The Lobos Truck
11:30 - 2:30
Menu

New to Uni!  Comfort food with a conscience.  A variety of salads, mac & cheese, baby back ribs, kabobs, wings, burgers made with regular or Kobe beef, chicken, or veggie.  Waffle fries and something called the Wa-cho.




Dogtown Dogs
11:30 - 2:30
Menu
All-beef or soy dogs available in a variety of styles; with egg, bacon, avocado, onions, salsa, jalapeƱos, chili, nacho cheese, Fritos, slaw or peppers.  They also have a portabello mushroom "cheese steak" sandwich and tater tots.



Streets of Thailand
11:30 - 2:00
Menu

Thai street favorites like pad Thai, garlic pepper pork, basil beef, egg rolls, crab rangoon, Thai iced tea and fried rice.  If you like spicy, go for the basil beef - WOW!





The Pokey Truck
11:30 - 1:30
Menu


Not your average sushi truck.  Hawaiian version of Japanese sashimi.  Bite-sized pieces of raw fish doused in seasonings.  I've had the "burrito" with the spicy tuna and crab - YUM!  Basically a sushi roll the size of a burrito, made with soy/rice paper instead of sea weed.


Not sure what happened yesterday.  Apparently only Gringos Tacos and Corn Heaven showed up.

Tonight is Tiki Trucks at Tiki No.,  4657 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood.  5:00 - 9:00.  Tiki No is offering Happy Hour from 5:00 - 7:00 and drink specials from all night long.  Grab a bite from the trucks and enjoy it in the bar. Tonight is the Grilled Cheese Truck, Steel City Sandwich, Cool Haus, Trailer Park truck, Asian Cravings and Flatiron.

Video of the Day - Bulldog sleeping on owner


April 25, 2012

Trucks for Wednesday 4/25

Dolce Burgee
11:30 - 2:30
menu



New to Uni!  Angus beef burgers in 1/4 or 1/2 pound patties, chicken pita wraps, turkey burger, veggie burgers, hot dogs, chicken strips, grilled cheese sandwiches, and cheddar or feta fries, made with regular or sweet potatoes.

Gringos Tacos

11:30 - 2:00
Menu


Mexican classics like tacos, burritos, quesadillas, rice, beans, chips and salsa.  Special today is a free taco with any purchase of $5 or more.







Go Chew
11:30 - 2:30
menu


Pork, chicken or tofu organic Korean rice bowls.  Menu changes DAILY.








Pies and Fries
11:30 - 2:30
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Creole and soul food.  EmpeƱadas, grilled turkey, beef, pork or curry chicken sandwiches, chicken waffle tacos, grits, chili, crispy, cheesy or meaty fries, peach cobbler, bread pudding, and cheesecake.






Corn Heaven

11:30 - 2:30
Facebook Page

Delicious roasted corn using natural ingredients.







Video of the Day - McLovin' the Bulldog wants attention


April 24, 2012

Trucks for Tuesday 4/24

Good Greek Grub
11:30 - 2:30
Menu

Traditional Greek favorites.  Gyros, dolmathes, souvlaki, kaftedes, pitas, salads and fries.









Kogi BBQ
11:30 - 2:30
Menu

Korean BBQ in tacos, quesadillas, burritos and sliders. The truck that started it all.  Beef, chicken or pork.








Tortas 2 die 4
11:00 - 2:00
Photo of menu


They surprised me by showing up last Friday, but this time they gave me notice!  REALLY GOOD fusion tortas.  I tried the Maui Torta as it was very good.  If you can't read the photo of the menu from the above link, try their Facebook page for more info:
Facebook info page




Philly Please
11:30 - 2:30
Menu


A variety of different Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches.  Steak, chicken, Italian, Buffalo, fries and Tastycakes.





The Pokey Truck
11:30 - 1:30
Menu

Not your average sushi truck.  Hawaiian version of Japanese sashimi.  Bite-sized pieces of raw fish doused in seasonings.  I've had the "burrito" with the spicy tuna and crab - YUM!  Basically a sushi roll the size of a burrito, made with soy/rice paper instead of sea weed.



Veg it Up
11:00 - 2:00
About Us 

All-vegetarian/vegan truck.  Burgers, Philly cheese steaks, hot dogs, tacos al carbon, wraps and, salads - all made with vege versions of beef and chicken. They also have sweet potato fries, mint julep lemonade and natural sodas.






Cool Haus
11:30 - 2:30
Menu
Custom ice cream sandwiches.  You pick the cookie, then pick the ice cream and you've got your own unique creation. You can double, triple, quadruple stack 'em too; as many as you can eat!





Video of the Day - Frenchies do the Twist


April 23, 2012

Trucks for Monday 4/23

Da Burger Boss
11:00 - 2:00
Menu

A burger you can't refuse.  Available in a variety of combinations such as  bacon, guacamole, blue cheese, Italian sausage, pesto sauce, caramelized balsamic onion reduction, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, chipotle sauce, and roasted red peppers.  They also have chicken, pork or veggie sandwiches.  And yes, they have a burger using a grilled donut for the bun.  It is AMAZING!



Video of the Day - Pug and duck


April 20, 2012

NO TRUCKS FOR FRIDAY 4/20

The city of LA has put up "No Parking on Friday" signs along Bluffside Drive, which usually means a TV/film production is using South Weddington Park.  Trucks will return on Monday, 4/23. 


Have a great weekend!

April 19, 2012

Trucks for Thursday 4/19

Dogtown Dogs
11:30 - 2:30
Menu

New to Uni!  All-beef or soy dogs available in a variety of styles; with egg, bacon, avocado, onions, salsa, jalapeƱos, chili, nacho cheese, Fritos, slaw or peppers.  They also have a portabello mushroom "cheese steak" sandwich and tater tots.


Deano's Deli
11:30 - 2:30
Menu

Made to order deli sandwiches, heroes, hoagies, torpedoes, subs and grinders.  Turkey, roast beef, Italian, veggie, meatball, chicken parmigiana, roasted pork or fried prosciutto. Sides are potato salad, coleslaw, tortellini salad or potato chips.





Streets of Thailand
12:00 - 2:00
Menu

Thai street favorites like pad Thai, garlic pepper pork, basil beef, egg rolls, crab rangoon, Thai iced tea and fried rice.  If you like spicy, go for the basil beef - WOW!





Mossie Lee's
11:30 - 2:00
Menu

Southern specialties and unique burgers and tacos.  Daily specials like deep-fried catfish, beef brisket, beef and chicken hot links, pork spare ribes, red snapper, chicken strips and wings, corn bread, okra, black eyed peas, baked beans, potato salad, greens, yams and fries.




Veg it Up
11:00 - 2:00
About Us 

All-vegetarian/vegan truck.  Burgers, Philly cheese steaks, hot dogs, tacos al carbon, wraps and, salads - all made with vege versions of beef and chicken. They also have sweet potato fries, mint julep lemonade and natural sodas.






The Pokey Truck
11:30 - 1:30
Menu


Not your average sushi truck.  Hawaiian version of Japanese sashimi.  Bite-sized pieces of raw fish doused in seasonings.  I've had the "burrito" with the spicy tuna and crab - YUM!  Basically a sushi roll the size of a burrito, made with soy/rice paper instead of sea weed.



L.A Shave Ice
12:00 - 2:00
Menu
Hawaiian style shave ice.  Made with fluffy snow, not snow cone ice.  Huge variety of flavors.  Gluten, lactose and fat free.  Vegan and low calorie.  Perfect treat for a warm day like today.






Chasing Paradise
11:00 -2:30
Menu

Flavors from the Pacific Rim and the Caribbean.  Tocino and tapa burgers, fried plantains, egg rolls, cassava fries, squash stuffed with stir-fried beef, salads and desserts. 






Video of the Day - A tightly-wound Pug


April 18, 2012

Trucks for Wednesday 4/18

Munchie Machine
11:30 - 2:00
Menu

Unique sandwiches and salads.  A variety of s'mores and the infamous Scooby Snack for dessert. Daily specials as well.







India Jones Chow Truck
11:30 - 2:30
website with menu

Indian street food.  Frankies (rolled up roti with your choice of lamb, chicken, beef, shrimp, paneer or mushroom and cheese; all with cilantro tamarind chutney and onions), Paratha (spicy stuffed rotis served with raita available in beef, potato or cauliflower), curries served over rice, and mango baby back ribs.


Go Chew
11:30 - 2:30
menu


Pork, chicken or tofu organic Korean rice bowls.  Menu changes DAILY.









South Philly Experience
11:30 - 2:30
Menu



Beef or chicken cheese steaks; available Philly, Italian, pizza or buffalo style.  They also have buffalo chicken strips, and fries available plain, with meat and/or Cheez Whiz.. With or without onions.  Your choice of Cheez Whiz, American or provolone.






The Pokey Truck
11:30 - 1:30
Menu


Not your average sushi truck.  Hawaiian version of Japanese sashimi.  Bite-sized pieces of raw fish doused in seasonings.  I've had the "burrito" with the spicy tuna and crab - YUM!  Basically a sushi roll the size of a burrito, made with soy/rice paper instead of sea weed.




Video of the Day - Baby and Frenchie


April 17, 2012

Trucks for Tuesday 4/17

Kogi BBQ
11:30 - 2:30
Menu


Korean BBQ in tacos, quesadillas, burritos and sliders. The truck that started it all.  Beef, chicken or pork.








Tortas 2 die 4
11:00 - 2:00
Photo of menu



They surprised me by showing up last Friday, but this time they gave me notice!  REALLY GOOD fusion tortas.  I tried the Maui Torta as it was very good.  If you can't read the photo of the menu from the above link, try their Facebook page for more info:
Facebook info page





Philly Please
11:30 - 2:30
Menu



A variety of different Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches.  Steak, chicken, Italian, Buffalo, fries and Tastycakes.






Let's Roll It
11:00 - 2:00
Menu

Asian fusion rolls.  Not just fish; Korean BBQ beef, lobster, barbacoa, spam, and vegetarian options.  In rolls, tacos or quesadillas.





Corazon de Jah
11:30 - 2:30
menu


New to Uni!  100% plant-based menu.  Tacos, burritos, kabobs, pasta, curry, burgers, chili, hot dogs, breakfast, fries, desserts and lattes.







 Video of the Day - Things Pugs Bite


April 16, 2012

Trucks for Monday 4/16

Gypsy Toast
11:00 - 2:00
Menu 



Breakfast served all day.  French Toast, Gypsy Toast, French Toast sticks, breakfast burritos.  Daily specials like Monte Cristo sandwiches.
 Sura Truck
12:00 - 2:00
Korean rice bowls available with chicken, beef, pork or tofu.  A variety of traditional Korean dishes as well.






Get Toasted
12:00 - 2:00
Menu




Toasted classic gourmet sandwiches infused with Asian and Spanish flavors.  Yes, they have a 4-cheese Grilled Cheese sandwich and a TOASTED PB&J.  And their french fries are some of the best out there.






Video of the Day - Boxer and Pug playing


April 13, 2012

No Tomatoes
11:30 - 2:30
Menu


Indian street fare.  Kathi wraps, chapli burgers, lamb seekh dogs, biryani rice, samosas, chicken tikka masala, hot tea and mango lassi. 





 Video of the Day - Pug and Frenchie in the rain



April 12, 2012

Trucks for Thursday 4/12

Chastellis
11:30 - 2:30
Facebook page

Double cheeseburgers, tacos, burritos, chili cheese fries, meatball sandwiches, cupcakes, cookies and sodas.  All 100% animal free.  




Earlez Wieners
11:00 - 2:00
Menu

 From their famous restaurant in the Crenshaw district, serving the best grilled hot dogs in Los Angeles.  Beef, turkey and veggie dogs, chicken and beef links, beef or veggie chili or chili fries, salads and desserts.




Good Greek Grub
11:30 - 2:30
Menu

New to Uni!  Traditional Greek favorites.  Gyros, dolmathes, souvlaki, kaftedes, pitas, salads and fries.

Deano's Deli
11:30 - 2:30
Menu

Made to order deli sandwiches, heroes, hoagies, torpedoes, subs and grinders.  Turkey, roast beef, Italian, veggie, meatball, chicken parmigiana, roasted pork or fried prosciutto. Sides are potato salad, coleslaw, tortellini salad or potato chips.





Grill 'em All
12:00 - 2:00
Menu

Amazing 7 oz. burgers with all kinds of unique toppings like fennel sausage gravy, cranberry gastrique, munchos, cream cheese, beer-soaked onions, peanut butter and jelly, pickles, BBQ sauce, pineapple and the traditional lettuce and tomato.  They've even got one where the bun is 2 grilled cheese sandwiches!





Streets of Thailand
12:00 - 2:00
Menu

Thai street favorites like pad Thai, garlic pepper pork, basil beef, egg rolls, crab rangoon, Thai iced tea and fried rice.  If you like spicy, go for the basil beef - WOW!






Ludo Truck
11:30 - 2:30
Ludo Truck
Juicy fried chicken and crispy fries.  Homemade sauces and lavender biscuits.  Freshly-chopped slaw made from scratch.  From Chef Ludo Lefebvre.




Mossie Lee's
11:30 - 2:00
Menu

Southern specialties and unique burgers and tacos.  Daily specials like deep-fried catfish, beef brisket, beef and chicken hot links, pork spare ribes, red snapper, chicken strips and wings, corn bread, okra, black eyed peas, baked beans, potato salad, greens, yams and fries.





Video of the Day - Boston Terrier and Pug play