The Yummiest Food Trucks in Irvine

Bondi Bowls

★★★★☆ 4.2 (14)

"Where do I even begin with Bondi Bowls? You're an absolute lifesaver! After being turned away from countless other restaurants in the area, Bondi welcomed us with open arms--and introduced us to the delightful and somewhat healthy delicacy known as açaí!We opted for a small custom bowl with the basics: strawberries, granola, and nuts. At around $12, it's a bit on the pricier side, but the granola base was incredibly flavorful and well-balanced. The portion size was generous enough to share between two people, and the fresh banana and strawberry toppings paired beautifully with the crunchy nuts and granola.And let's not forget the ambiance! The cute pink interior created a welcoming vibe, and the sparkling-clean restrooms deserve special recognition--something I've rarely encountered at a restaurant. Truly impressive!From the excellent customer service to the delicious food, Bondi Bowls has it all. If you're looking for a go-to açaí spot, this is the one you'll want to keep coming back to. What's not to love?"

Churros Don Abel

★★★★★ 4.6 (123) • $

"Churros Don Abel is quite good...My favorite is Don Churros Gomez in Anaheim. However, the wait there is long so if you're in a pinch and craving churros, you can drop by Churros Don Abel. I only waited about 3 minutes and my order came out! Incredible service!The only downside here is you have to order a minimum of 5 churros for $10. The churros were piping hot, crunchy on the outside, and doughy on the inside. They felt light and airy, and within a matter of minutes, we had scarfed them down!They also sell cajeta (caramel sauce) for $5 and $9, depending on the size. The guy was very nice and also asked us if we wanted to buy their aguas frescas, which came in a variety of flavors. This place is located at the Haster Basin Recreational Area, so you can go for a walk around the loop after if you'd like to burn off them calories. They're open every day at 4:30pm and are closed on Mondays. I've been meaning to try this place for a while, and I'm glad I did. This is a great place to buy churros in bulk for a party. Happy eating!"

Tortas Ahogadas La Guera

★★★★★ 4.7 (49)

"AMAZING!!!!!! Loved this food truck! I'm always looking for a torta ahogada .. there isn't a place yet where I'd go back for another. Still haven't found the perfect one. Even though there's is really really good, it is still not what I want. However the trompo tacos! O M G!!! Delicious! I'll definitely go back for those. The torta ahogada comes wet obviously, with your choice of mild sauce and spicy. I chose mild but it was still super spicy. Unless she heard wrong and gave me spicy. Cause my líps where burning! But still pretty delicious. Comes with onions and a couple of costillas on the side. Those are super yummy. The meat fell right off the bone, very tender. The trompo tacos where my favorite! It's a hard taco with requesón topped off with pastor meat, salsa, guacamole, crema, and avocado slices, garnished with some Rábanos n jalapeño asado. Omg the best hard shell tacos ever for me. I had 3 and wished I had room for more! They are located on a Baker cross street 17th st next to the car wash. Customer service is great! The lady that took my order was so sweet. Also if you post your food on your IG story and mention them you can show them and get 2 free tacos! Yay! Can't wait to be back for more trompo tacos.. drool face"

High Tide Coffee

★★★★★ 4.5 (220) • $$

"I greatly enjoyed my experience at High Tide Coffee! This coffee shop was so cute inside with plants, beachy decor, and lots of amazing women employees!! the ladies that work here were so nice and helpful. To drink I got a vanilla lavender latte and my parents both got cold brews. The drinks were all very good. To eat we enjoyed the florentine breakfast burrito and the avo tomato toast. Both the breakfast options were good but a little expensive for what they were. I definitely recommend coming here to enjoy people's company or do some solo work! They have tables both inside and a patio outside."

Tamales Irma

★★★★★ 4.8 (28)

"During the holidays my wife really wanted some tamales for Christmas dinner since our plans changed last minute. Searching through yelp, i found Tamales Irma so i decided to give it a try. In my search it was hard to determine if the other reviews for other places were for the tamales or for other items on the menu. Ended up going on Christmas eve, early in the morning when they opened thinking that it was going to be pretty busy and they would sell out. Ordered the chicken and pork tamales in both the corn husk and banana leaf wrappers. Overall flavors were good but i found that the banana leaf wrapped ones had more moisture and the corn husk ones to be a little dry. The filling and masa ratio was ok but again, I though the banana leaf ones had a better ratio. The tamales also came with a salsa which i thought was excellent and had a good kick. Overall i would recommend this place especially since they are a small business which just focuses on tamales."

Mariscos El Pescador

★★★★☆ 4.2 (13) • $

"This place doesn't have a yelp or Facebook following, so I thought I would create a yelp following for them.I come here at least once a week! Everything on the food truck is super yummy and super fresh. If you show up and they aren't there, that means they ran out of everything! That's how good they are! I bring different friends to this spot and everyone seems to love it!My personal recommendations: The pescada ceviche is to die for and when we've been partying all night long, this is the go-to spot to cure a hangover. The enmorada is good too, however, I wish they would put real crab in it or go easy on the imitation krab. The white sauce in the enmorada is what makes it yummy. The marlin tacos and empanadas are delisth! However, they run out quickly, so get there early if you want one!"

The Burnt Truck

★★★★☆ 4.4 (804) • $

"Food is alway on point and today's work lunch was just another home run for fine folks at Burnt! Sliders were the OG size, which i love ... cuz i don't feel as guilty eating 5 of them!The tater tots were super crips and fresh ... could eat a mound of them ... seriously don't know why they don't try of make a nacho plate using tater tots and crumbled angus! Service is always amazing! Super chill and friendly service!PBJ was a wow for me ... first time, but now not the last. Will add to my rotation of sliders from them! Love ya food!!!"

The Lunch Spot OC

★★★★★ 5 (15) • $$

"Great little spot with 4 food trucks. Good variety of food - Mexican, burgers, healthy. Tables and chairs with large canopy available of you prefer to eat there. I tried the Mexican truck Sol Agave which was organic and delicious. I tried 2 fish and 1 chicken tacos a la carte and that came up to $15."

Rosas Antojitos

★★★★★ 4.9 (15)

"Tacos al pastor! Bomb! Highly recommend, we bought the tacos al pastor, huarache & tacos de asada.. so flavorful & great customer service! Family owned so such a great way to continue to support small businesses! Thank you!"

Street Tawa BBQ

★★★★★ 4.8 (12)

"Had the Jalapeño smash burger & brisket sandwich. Both were amazing! The smash burger bun had a great crispy texture, but soft inside bun, the meat was perfectly cooked.The brisket was juicy & tender, just how brisket should be, with great flavor! It had just the right amount of sauce & toasted sliced bread halves to deliver that delicious brisket."

Gina’s Crepes & Waffles

★★★★★ 4.6 (39) • $

"I got a crepe from Gina's Crepes and Waffles last night. My crepe had Nutella filling, strawberry, banana, blueberries, choc syrup, and strawberry ice cream. It was delicious. Customer service was good."

El Taquero Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (47)

"The smell will lure you in. Simply delicious with the Mexican flavors we all love. My only gripe is that they were so busy they ran out of cups for horchata. Other than that aces!"

Tacos TJ Style

★★★★☆ 3.9 (201) • $

"Solid middle of the pack place. I personally like it more than other places because of the tj style taste. However the meat could use a little more flavor and the tortillas, although handmade, could use a pinch of flavor too. I always get the mulita and tacos de asada. I tried adobada but didn't like how sweet it was. Decent option and orange salsa is the better of the two."

The Philly King

★★★★☆ 4.4 (22)

"The food is the best in town! My wife have visited their food truck in Irvine multiple times and they never disappoint. Mario and his wife go out of their way to treat every customer as part of their family. I recommend checking them out ASAP you won't regret it.Their bread is amazing and my wife would eat it alone if she could. However, if you want the full treatment I highly recommend Philly turkey my wife's go to and I love the Mr. Reuben. If you are a serious foodie you have to try their Philly Cheesesteak Fries!!!!"

Alebrije's Grill

★★★★☆ 4.3 (297) • $

"Finally got around to try this food truck tried the taco acorazado which was delicious meat was super soft and tasty green salsa was on the spicy side but food really didn't need it flavor was good I highly recommend trying this place out"

Xolo Style

★★★★☆ 4.3 (15) • $$

"It is like taking a transporter to Ensenada! His fish is so fresh and his preparations brilliant! The oysters are magnificent. So fresh, so big! and he serves them al fresco or "preparada" which is with carefully diced and prepared octopus. shrimp, fish, cucumber, lime, chile and I don't know what else. Sitting on the milk crate and using the other for a table is pure Mexico/California Street food experience. People come from many miles away to get his ceviche and take it all in. Order anything with a "xolo" in the name for a special treat and if he asks you if you want it "prepared" say "SI" with enthusiasm."

4 Wheel Burger

★☆☆☆☆ 1.4 (33)

"food was very basic/bland and way overpriced. how is this shit in business? read the reviews folks. if it stinks like a fart, it's probably shit."

Big Rick's BBQ 714

★★★★★ 5 (3)

"Just finished my meal of Big Rick's BBQ at their pop up at a brewery and literally licked the plate clean. The meats were saucy and flavorful and tender and the sides were just as good or even better! Honest to god, best BBQ I've had on the west coast."

El Taquero Guzman

★★★★☆ 4.1 (10)

"It was my first time coming to this taco place and it was very good. The staff was attentive and took my order quickly. I ordered 3 asada tacos and 1 fish taco. Everything was great but my favorite was the fish taco. They prepare it Baja style with a special sauce. Would recommend trying out their tacos!"

Birrieria La Raza

★★★★★ 4.6 (187) • $

"This place is only a food truck located in a random parking lot, but it's much more than what it seems. The workers are nice and quick to serve your food, and the food is not cheap, but also very tasty!I had the birria quesadillas, and they were some of the best I've had. The portion sizes are good, with plenty of beef and cheese. Would highly recommend!"

Ely’s Taco

★★★★★ 4.6 (47) • $$

"The BEST authentic, family owned, food truck street tacos! This is a family owned food truck and it's cash only. Don't be scared of curb appeal because I thought "heck no " The carne asada, chicken, chorizo & cheese, al pastor, is so good! Def ask for the side chili and onions and cilantro. My hubby is from San Diego and if you know..San Diego is known for the their amazing Mexican food. He actually really approves and thinks they are amazing 4/5. Lastly, no where to sit. Literally tailgate party. Bring your cervesas and sodas."

Taco Connection

★★★★★ 5 (9)

"Vampiro de asada, 1 Gringa asada & 1 milita. The price was easy in the pocket.The employees (maybe owner) are so friendly and nice."

Moonwood Coffee

★★★★★ 4.8 (162) • $$

"Came in the morning of Tuesday, December 3rd. This is a very cute and small place to stop by to get your morning fix of coffee/tea and baked goodies. Both customers and baristas were so friendly creating a really warm "mom & pops" atmosphere. I was about to order a Lavender Latte but the barista recommended a few seasonal drinks that weren't on the menu. I decided to go with her recommendation. IT. WAS. SO. GOOD! I wish this drink was on the menu permanently! It was a hot milk tea type drink that is very easy to drink. It paired so well with my zucchini bread that I purchased at the shop as well. My only regret is that I don't remember the name of the drink that was recommended to me! I'll definitely be back. Absolutely loved it!"

Cemitas Poblanas Andreas

★★★★★ 4.8 (25) • $

"Authentic and the sizes of the cemitas are huge! My husband is from Puebla and approved. We are very happy to have found a place we can get tasty cemitas again!"

The Coconut Truck

★★★★☆ 3.9 (101) • $$

"I had a pleasure of visiting The Coconut Truck a couple weekends ago when they were outside the Anaheim convention center for an event.My friend was able to try the food earlier in the week and had recommended it. The food was pretty good and so I came here for my lunch break. I got that garlic noodles and shrimp although not what I had in mind taste of garlic noodles, they were still pretty good. It was easy to order and my food was done fairly quickly, so I was able to have a very tasty meal in a short amount of time. In hindsight I wonder if they had any sort of hot sauce or I wish I had access to hot sauce, but I would've enhanced my food a little bit more to give it a little more kick. It was still great overallOverall, the food is pretty solid and it was a great tasting meal. I don't think I'll be hunting them down but I would get food with them again in the future."

JW Hayes BBQ

★★★★☆ 4.3 (41)

"10/10, hands down. Dare I say it? The best smoked bbq joint in the OC. Better than Heritage in San Juan Capistrano? 100%!I came around 1pm and they still had dino (beef) ribs. So tender with a nice smoke ring. Can share amongst 3 people. Very juicy. Brisket, tender, flavorful, and juicy. I forgot to ask for the fatty aka "juicy" piece but they ended giving me my prefered slice. Got a slice of tri tip to try and they gave it to me on the house. They didnt have to do that, so sweet of them. Smokey and delicious! Coleslaw: the perfect crunch and not too "mayo-y"Pickles: very refreshing and helped cut through the fattiness of the meatsWould come back, no questions asked."

Cousins Maine Lobster - Orange County

★★★★☆ 3.5 (324) • $$

"This is my first time trying this food truck, and I ordered a Connecticut clam chowder. The lobster was buttery, fluffy, meaty, and a lot. I love how you can taste the lobster, and the bun is soft & compliments the whole flavor. The chowder is excellent, too, with good grade class, not sandy cheap ones from other places. I love it; I will try it again. It is pricey but worth the money I paid $30+ for both items."

Santa Ana Bravo's Tacos

★★★★☆ 4.2 (21) • $

"In the parking lot of an auto shop. We drove by one day and decided to grab a quick snack .... And we are so glad we did!! If you love spicy.. this is the place!!! Salsas and even the cucumbers were amazingly hot hot hot. Can't wait to come back again!"

Cruisin Fusion

★★★★☆ 4 (53)

"I discovered this place at my work. Their truck catered a corporate Lunar New Year celebration event in Glendale but the truck is based in OC. Everyone inside the truck was super friendly and helpful. I asked for their advice on what to order so I got the egg rolls and rice bowl with steak. The egg rolls were my favorite- and very filling! Not too greasy and served with a sweet dipping sauce. The rice bowl with steak had some interesting flavor combos going on! The steak was good quality too. My coworkers who had the noodle bowls were raving too so I'd be interested in trying that out next time. Thanks for coming by, Cruisin Fusion!"

Blady's Tacos

★★★★★ 4.7 (145) • $

"Definitely some good tacos, but nothing super mind blowing like I expected from the reviews. We were on the hunt for a taco truck and found this spot -- literally just a truck parked on the side of the road, as expected. There were people already waiting for their food which definitely indicated to us that this was a good place, and we placed our orders shortly. Since it was a bit of an odd eating time I just tried one of the carne asada tacos. It was different from your traditional carne asada which usually has bigger chunks of meat -- these were more ground. They also have a ton of different salsas to add which were great. The flavor was good, and I loved mixing a couple of the salsas. The tacos are also super affordable at around $2 post tax. A great place to stop at if you have a street taco craving!"

Tacos Manuel

★★★★★ 4.5 (646) • $

"Oh man! I recently rediscovered this taco truck. I've visited a couple times before but forgot the location and name. When I recently looked up local taco trucks, this came to light and when I got there I was like.. OH that's where you are :) Their asada and al pastor are top notch. I got a couple tacos and our friends got burritos. Their sauces are really good and salsas are pretty spicy. I got grilled onions and extra fixings on top. This is more of a to-go spot unless you want to eat on your trunk or car :) Will be back!"

Buen Appetit

★★★★☆ 4.2 (39)

"I eat at this truck whenever it comes to our work in Irvine. Today, I tried something different, the BBQ pulled pork sandwich with fries. It was so delicious! It has a lot of meat on it and I shouldn't have eated it all, but I couldn't stop myself. Even the bun was yummy. The fries were good and stayed crisp on my short drive back to the office. The customer service is always just terrific. One of my team members remarked today, "that's one of the nicest and great tasting trucks I've eaten at - very friendly." Keep up the good work!"

Alohana Acai Bowls & Coffee

★★★★★ 4.8 (286) • $$

"Delicious and healthy açaí bowls. Quality ingredients, perhaps the freshest fruit I've ever had on an açaí bowl. Excellent coffee as well. The staff could not be friendlier. Highly recommend!"

Let’s Meat Tacos

★★★★★ 4.9 (21)

"Good food truck! We randomly came across it and ordered like 8 tacos which came out to $10. Wait was a bit long but I'm pretty sure the food was made to order (and only one guy cooking). You can tell it's a good spot cause the locals seems to be friendly with the employees. Tacos were on the smaller size but packed with flavor. We really liked the pork belly and asada. Tortilla was solid and did not fall apart even after a 15 min drive home."

Tacos Zaragoza

★★★★☆ 4.4 (39)

"Welp! I was nowhere near this place when my grandma, on the way back from her doctors appointment, near the Orange Circle, said "I think I want tacos for lunch today!" Being that we were in Orange on our way to Irvine and knowing that the only good taco places are in Santa Ana, I quickly got to work on Yelp while I was driving (don't come for me). Looking ahead on my GPS I saw that I needed to go towards Delamo motorsports and floor and decor but I have been to both of these places plenty of times and never remembered a taco shop nearby..... but I'm also the same person who gets lost five minutes from the house so....... Anyway, I find a taco truck in the corner of the parking lot and I get out. It's a cute little trailer with two guys, EZ up in front with plastic tables and chairs, cooler with cold drinks and a little salsa selection next to the truck. Def Nothing fancy but there are a couple of people waiting for food and another guy attempting to cross the parking lot and coming toward us so I'm feeling pretty good about my decision so far. Grandma got two Carnitas tacos and I got a carne Asada burrito to go (we still needed to get back to GM's house and I needed to pee!) so it was at least 20 minutes before she ate and another 15 for me to get home and eat. Despite the delay and the food was wrapped up in plastic the food still ended up being phenomenal. Grandma loved the tacos that came with pickled carrots and a huge jalapeño and radishes. And I'm pretty sure there has to be lard in those refried beans in my burrito because it was to die for! Burritos are $13-$15 for a mediocre result so I was super impressed with the size and flavor I got for $10. I will be coming back VERY soon!"