I love going to Eat The Streets 757 food truck events, plus their lunchtime and brewery events…read more Love the variety of trucks they bring out.

So, this is a preliminary review based on my experience at today's inaugural food truck rally here…read morein the Hampton Roads. For this, I'll be departing from my normal style of writing to write an educated and informal post in hopes that the truckers will read this and make amends for the next gathering. Before the actual review, I'd like to thank WHRO for graciously hosting the event. Onto the business end of the stick... I showed up at 1:40PM, an hour and forty minutes after the event started. When I got there I went in what appeared to be the shortest line, which was for Norfolk Ramen (NR). In line I asked the person in front of me how long they had been waiting and they said for 15 minutes so far and that there was a second line to wait in to get your food. Still I waited, and waited, and waited. 25 minutes later I heard that NR ran out of the item I was interested in. No bueno mi compadre. I decided to go for another line; this time it was Stuft. A friend of mine who had already gotten food from them said the wait was only around 35 min and the tacos were pretty decent. 25 minutes into this wait Stuft called the line off and said they had ran out of food. ¡Que verracos pasa! At this point I was pissed, so I left. I not only worked in the gourmet food truck circles, but have also visited the various circles across the country. My experience was horrible and I know that I am not alone because the two girls that were behind me also left the NR line to go to the line for Stuft. This is unacceptable. What it is reflective of is very poor preparation. Did anyone think to call the plethora of great trucks from the food truck rallies/farmers markets from around the country for expertise? Not only have they been doing this for a while, handle greater volume, have more expansive menus, and do it all with wait times in the range of 5 to 10 minutes. I already know the answer to the question is no. There are a lot of people kissing your collective arses at the moment, because the majority of them do not know any better which is a shame in itself. Excuses like you didn't know people were going to show, it's hard working in those trucks, etc. You saw the RSVPs on FB, you new of the collective noise in the HR area via the various media/online outlets, and it's cramped but there benefits to working in the truck as well. So, I guess I will be the critic in the crowd and call for results. If you want to successfully join the culinary movement sweeping across the States, then simply do better. Have enough food for the crowds, have enough staff to assist, and do the prep work necessary to punch down wait times. Why this isn't a one star review is because of the location (good), the idea (also good), and from what I saw of the food (it looked good). Suggestions for the venue organizers... Maybe have an on-site portable ATM and invite a craft beer truck. I'll update this review after attending the next rally.

The best at creating a vibe and great food to go, me and my friends go all the time before we skate…read moreand Ive never had any complaints. Service is fast and to the point, exactly what you're looking for.

Some of the best street food!!! The best NC bbq I've ever had. Hotdogs & nachos are on point also…read more He is such a kind man who loves to laugh and joke. His service is impeccable. Follow this guy and try his food! You won't be disappointed!!!

If you ever get the chance to try this food truck, TAKE IT!!!…read more I was at Makers Craft Brewery and they were parked on the lawn selling some very good food! It was my first time at Makers Craft so idk if they're the resident food truck or if there are different food trucks everyday. Regardless, get them while you can! I got the wings and fries combo and they were super good! The fries were really addicting and the wings tasted great, super tender, not dry at all and had a lot of taste! 10/10 would recommend. Just be warned that they were really popular when I had them. Line went fast to order but the wait after was about 35-40 minutes. Super worth it though as they're made from scratch!

Stumbled upon Nansemond Brewing Station with some friends tonight. Hot Box was parked outside and…read moremade some damn tasty gourmet sandwiches and fries. We had a group of six, I think most people got the Cuban Rueben and were not disappointed. I tried the Chicken Apple Sandwich. So good! Not cheap but worth it to support a local business owner!

I had the lovely opportunity to attend the Fall Town Point Park Wine Festival, and let me tell you…read moreI finally understand the hype! I've had friends go in previous years, and this year was my turn. Now that I've experienced it for myself, I can say I'll be at every wine festival next year ,spring and fall included! As someone still expanding my wine palate, this was such an amazing experience. The vendors were sweet, knowledgeable, and so patient, There were a two wines Im obsessed with one that tasted exactly like a green tea shooter (I was sold on that one!), and another combo where the vendor mixed a strawberry wine with a chocolate red wine to make a chocolate-covered strawberry flavor

I gotta tell you if you think you're gonna run outta wines to try you won't. I've gone for both…read morethe spring and fall one. Boy oh boy. The best things I can tell you are vendors are happy to serve you, you might wanna get there early, and either get a group and buy a table to sit or a hotel near by for a lil mid wine fest nap lol. TRUST I get out there, try my wines, then wake up from my nap with money in hand to buy the best ones!! Def something fun to do and since all the wines are local? It ain't nothing but a fun day or even weekend trip to go grab a bottle at the winery you couldn't stay away from. I give it high ranks. Oh and of course? The food good too. Plenty of food trucks out there with a lot of different options. I usually just get a bucket of fries from one vendor (and if you keep the bucket it's like 4$ refills anytime they're over there) and then try something new I didn't try last time. This past time I just wanted the ribbon fries and some wings. I was asleep boy I tell ya. I have one bad for me. That is I feel like I see these wineries only. I love that it's a Va wine fest but where the rest of the wineries?? I feel like I had about the same options both times but maybe I'm just remembering wrong But yeah. Wine fest get your tickets early and beat me there don't meet me there.

Food is always great- excellent selection. The staff is friendly, bartenders are fast. And the…read morevibe! Can't beat it! Check out Tuesday evening for some great jam sessions.

Usually have a good experience here but haven't been in awhile! Tonight i came with my daughter we…read moresat at a table and wasn't acknowledged for at least 30 minutes smh! Granted its a Saturday but still.. Finally a girl acknowledged us and it was ok! Until i stood at bar waiting to ask for a water and they literally kept looking at me or in my direction yet nobody said a word smfh! ‍ i had to yell at one guy to ask for water & finally got it. We left to run errand, came back sat down and same thing again nobody acknowledged us which is insane because waitresses kept walking near us helping other tables & we made eye contact hella times! Smh i was ready to spend money money but nobody wanted it i suppose smfh sad hopefully they tighten up!! Cause i had a large party thinking of coming soon but now idk

I hate leaving bad reviews but I just have to for this one.... A cotton candy cart was my dream…read moreaddition to our wedding and I simply couldn't get it to happen with Seafoam Cotton Candy.. I emailed Carla about booking their cotton candy cart on a few different occasions throughout the course of a year and a half. Each time I received an initial reply with flavor options, but when I responded with the date and flavors I wanted, I never received a reply regarding availability or pricing. As a bride to be who did their absolute best not to ghost any vendors during the inquiry stage, it was disheartening to have it happen by a vendor.

Always a nice afternoon out in Downtown Portsmouth and the Farmers' Market is no different. Plenty…read moreof booths this past Saturday; although, I do wish there were more farmers' booths set up. . Maybe it's just the luck of the draw each week. There are crafters and specialty booths, as well as a couple of farmers' tables. In the area, Check Them Out!

Went to get some fresh locally grown produce. As I was checking out I asked if it was organic…read moreproduce. She said no, and none at the market is, and that they all buy their produce from the same truck. She said if someone says it is organic that they are lying. What is the point of going if I can run to the grocery store for the same? People want locally grown produce. Without chemicals.

Checked out this food truck while they were at nansemond station brewing - the service was…read morephenomenal and the food is top notch. He even gave us free soup on this snowy day. Highly recommend checking them out! The skewers paired well with the omg seltzer :)

Finally! A Laos food truck. Good people and family owned. Friendly service and laid back. They…read moreenjoy what they do and can be found all over the 757 area. I got the Laos jerky that I had been craving for over 20 years and the husband got the Pork Belly Laab. OMG, the pork belly is a must try!!!! Portions are correct based off food truck prices. We were so full yet wanted to try the Chicken Skewers and our daughter loved it. If you like spicy, the jeow dipping sauce is a must! It creeps up and has a nice burn. Got the sausage meal to go for a friend as well. Will definitely be back! We want to try the bowls and more pork belly!