Amazing food and service. Way better than some expensive restaurants. Would definitely recommend this place!

The many five star reviews are here for a reason! We ordered the Mixed Grill Plate, the Lamb Kebab Wrap and the rice pudding. The hummus along with the Mixed Grill Plate was the perfect accompaniment to the grilled veggies and chicken. Highly recommend. The owner is so kind as well. read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - Mixed Grill Plate - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Food is top tier. Got the mixed chicken and gyro plate which came out to about 16-17$. Packed with sooo much flavor. As you can see in the picture, they are generous with the meat and the yogurt sauce. The meat is really tender and the rice was moist and well cooked, which together was a great combination. The greens gave it a bright, slightly citrus-y and herbaceous kick which breaks up the fattiness of the meats. Would come back! read more

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Great food truck with authentic Mediterranean food. Nice owner ! We got the mix grilled and shawarma plate which comes with pita and then baklava for dessert. There are a few tables to sit and nearby. read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - Chicken Shawarma Plate, Mixed 3. Mix Grill Plate - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

We stopped by for a quick dinner, and the food was amazing! We ordered the chicken shawarma plate and the falafel plate. The hummus was so good I wish we had ordered more. We also tried the Basbousa for the first time, it was delicious and something I'd definitely recommend! Fantastic quality for the price. We will definitely be back! read more

This is the second time I've been to this food truck and it tasted as good as I remembered! This food truck is located right behind Valero Gas if you're heading down east Manor. Kinda easy to miss if you're passing by quickly but if you see something that looks vaguely like a silver submarine, you're at the right place! There's some parking spots (2-3) near the truck but if those are filled, there's street parking nearby too. There are also picnic tables right next the truck where you can enjoy your food (just be warned that there are usually a lot of flies in that area). Service is quick and the owner is always friendly! He gave my friend some free baklava with her order since it was her first time trying this place out. He would also occasionally poke his head out of the truck and ask if we were enjoying the food, which was sweet as well. Mix Gyro and Chicken Shawarma Plate ($16.99, 4.5/5) - Super big portion sizes - can last at least 2 meals! All the ingredients work really well together, just the right amount of flavor. I preferred the gyro over the chicken shawarma, so might just get the pure gyro plate the next time I visit. Overall this spot is affordable, food's delicious, and the service is great! Would highly recommend - this has become my go-to spot for Mediterranean food in Austin and you get to support a kind owner and his business while you're at it. read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - Mix Gyro and Chicken Shawarma Plate - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is by far one of the best food trucks in Austin, Texas--easily ranking in the top two or three. The gentleman who runs it is extremely friendly, and the food is absolutely delicious. My wife and I always order the lamb gyro, and it never disappoints--it's always a true pleasure for our taste buds and stomachs. We've been coming to this spot for well over two years, and it continues to be one of our favorite go-to meals: flavorful, satisfying, and affordable. The ambience is quaint, though a bit tight, with small tables set up next to the food truck. Of course, you're always welcome to take your meal to go and enjoy it at home. read more

This is my second visit to the best place with the tastiest food I've had since I arrived in the Texan capital 50 days ago! Based on my experience, Aam Samir is the finest Egyptian chef crafting Greek cuisine in this city! #Yummy read more

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The owner is so giving and gave us a wonderful experience! The food was very tasty and fast. Portions are very generous as well. I would definitely come again and recommend it to anyone who wants Mediterranean. read more

Wait, this is no ordinary food truck! The gyro plate was delicious and had a generous portion or three. I was going to just order the gyro and a salad, but the chef convinced me the plate was an awesome deal with its extra meat and rice. It was so very yum. The baklava was so fresh and tasty as well. Love this place and will try more things on the menu for sure! Everything came out reasonably fast. Nice place, and I'm so glad we tried it for our Food Truck Friday read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - outside - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

I'm so happy I stumbled across Abo Youssef because this will be my go-to spot for Mediterranean food! Everything was incredibly delicious, fresh, and the owner could not be nicer. I'll be back and will rave about Abo Youssef to others! FAST FACTS: * Parking - Food truck is located in the parking lot for the Valero gas station but there is free street parking available in the nearby neighborhood * Outdoor Seating - Picnic tables set up to the right of the food truck with coverings * Online ordering - Pick up orders can be placed through GrubHub * Closed on Sunday SERVICE - The owner could not be nicer and the food was ready quickly! Plus, he threw in some baklava for free, which was incredibly sweet. PRICING - The total was $29.21 after tax but before tip for a chicken shawarma plate ($14.99) and a grilled chicken wrap ($11.99). I think the pricing was very reasonable for how much food you get and how delicious and fresh it was! CHICKEN SHAWARMA PLATE (9/10) - This was delicious! You get SO much chicken and it was very tender and flavorful. Plus, it's coated in plenty of sauce and you get rice, hummus, and a cucumber and tomato salad on the side plus a side of pita bread. I'd order this again! GRILLED CHICKEN WRAP (9/10) - Also delicious but definitely not the prettiest to look at. It's a little messy but every bite is packed with flavor... again, you get a ton of chicken, cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, lettuce, and tzatziki. The pita bread was the perfect thickness and texture. I'd order this again. BAKLAVA (9/10) - This was complimentary from the owner and I'm so happy we got to try it! I usually find baklava too sweet but this one was amazing! I'd order this again. This was my first but definitely won't be my last time stopping by Abo Youssef! I completely understand the amazing reviews because it's THAT good. I'd recommend it to others for sure! read more

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Amazing food and service as always!!! Chicken shawarma plate, falafel and hot pita. They've added more tables to the outdoor space too! read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - 5. Chicken Shawarma Plate Sooooo good and 2 servings worth. Amazing service as always and delicious food. My go to every time - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

We stumbled on this gem and split a mixed Chicken and Gyro Plate between me and my two kids--it absolutely hit the spot. The flavors were bold and delicious, and everything tasted freshly made. The chicken was juicy, the gyro perfectly seasoned, and the portion was generous enough for all three of us. We were visiting from Chicago and looking for some amazing Halal food. What really stood out was the hummus--super creamy and flavorful--and the warm, fluffy pita that came with it. You could tell they take care with the little things, and it makes a difference. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. We'll definitely be back! read more

I've been meaning to check out Abo's for 3 years, but unfortunately have never gotten around to it until tonight! I used to live on Manor and would always walk or drive by it, and I have heard nothing but awesome reviews of their food and service. From the start, it was really easy to place an order online through their website. I love how they have plenty of images of their food (I'm a visual person, so this helps me order), and their pricing is extremely reasonable. Service was quick, too. My food was ready in about 25 minutes. The staff at the truck were really warm and kind, and thanked me for my order. The truck itself is really well set up, and they have a nice vibe going on there. The food itself was delicious! I got the gyro plate with lamb and beef, and it came with a warm pita bread on the side, as well as some hummus, rice, and a little tomato salad. The meat was well-cooked and extremely tasty, as was everything else on the plate. Such a great spot. I'll definitely be back for more soon! read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - Gyro plate (lamb & beef) - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food is incredible, high quality and delicious. My favorites are the mixed plate and falafel gardenia plate. Also, the owner is really nice and friendly. We love this food truck so much! read more

I came into town to visit my sister and she swore about this place! Such good food and such a sweet & humble man. Please give him a visit you won't regret it! read more

Eat here immediately and often. Everything on the menu is exceptional. Thank me later.

The food here is SO GOOD! My family is from the Middle East and I haven't had really excellent Mediterranean food since moving here. It feels and tastes homemade! So I can't believe that I've been in Austin for more than a year and am only now discovering this truck and his food. Everything is made fresh to order and you can taste that it's all high quality. And he is so kind hearted and generous with his portions! Don't get thrown off by the location. It's in a small parking area off a Valero gas station with a small market. There are seats to the side if you want to eat there or of course you can take it to go. Truly, the food is fresh and delicious I'll be back. read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

At first I was pretty skeptical of 5 stars and so many reviews at that, but as soon as I took one bite, I knew that the 5 stars was no joke. Wow! Delicious. I got the Falafel and Gardenia Plate and it was incredible. The falafel was not dry, like most are. The rice was flavorful but the real winner was the eggplant and cauliflower. Each bite was amazing. Plus the hummus was incredible. The pita was meh. Not a fan of pita in general though. On the pricier side but it's a lot of food. Blows Halal Bros and Kismet Cafe out of the water! read more

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We just picked up our order and we haven't even tasted it yet but I felt compelled to give a compliment to the chef/owner - ahead of time. He was gracious, working late on a Friday night, gave my boyfriend some complimentary desserts, the to go dishes smell amazing. We're very excited to have our dinner when we get home. I'm always eager to give a huge shout out to a nice person, working hard, doing what they're passionate about. read more

Authentic and well cooked arab food. Everything is fresh and the price is reasonable for all the food you get.

Pretty good food. Very fresh and hot. Big portion too. feels authentic. Fresh vegetables read more

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Best food truck in Austin! Consistent, quick, and the owner is exceptionally friendly read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - 4. Gyro Plate 6. Mix Gyro and Chicken Shawarma Plate 1. Baklava (1 pc) 2. Fresh Lime and Mint Juice - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Had it door dashed while I was at the conference center. Great flavor and value. My only regret is that I don't live in Austin. If I visit then I will make sure to go again. Also I had this weird thing happen where I had to cancel and reorder. The staff were very nice and followed the special instructions well. With that being said even if the food is not "hot" it is still really good. read more

Amazing every time! Great truck, super reliable, friendly, awesome to support local spots.

Good Lord this food is amazing. My boyfriend got the chicken shawarma platter and I got the chicken shawarma wrap. It was so amazing!! There were cucumbers in the wrap and that just added a great dimension. Abo Youssef was so sweet and kind. The portions are huge and the bread was so soft...Definitely will be back read more

Just picked up food from here for the first time. Firstly, missed it when driving bc it has the Thai Thani sign right next to it but that's actually further down from Abo Youssef. This place is in the parking lot of the Valero. Ordered the gyro plate ($11.99) and chicken shawarma plate ($10.99) and used the Yelp check in which is a free baba ghanoush which I highly recommend - it was delicious. The plate is plenty of food and can easily be split between 2 people. The gyro plate was way better than the chicken plate IMO but it would be nice to have the white sauce and red sauce (not sure if the red sauce is even an option) but some heat would be perfect. All of this came with 3 warm pitas. Glad I was finally able to try this place bc it's been on my list for awhile. read more

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Food and service really great. Nicest guy from Egypt, serving up delicious mediterranean authentic cuisine. Unassuming environment in a gas station parking lot but to me, that means it's gotta be good :) Thanks for the rice pudding my guy! read more

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The food was amazing, I had the mixed chicken and gyro plate and the white sauce + hummus was SO good. And the falafel was super moist. But the real 5/5 is for the owner. He was so kind and when he found out I accidentally spilled most of the meat on the table and had to reorder (we didn't want to tell him because it was my fault), he ran out to give us our money back. He also gave us a ton of free baklava. You can tell he cooks with a lot of passion and treats everyone like family. read more

Such good Mediterranean food in Austin! We got the mix plate (which came with gyro and chicken) and the falafel and eggplant dish. Both dishes came with rice, Greek salad and hummus. The plates were HUGE and about $10 each. The service was very friendly, and the owner gave us 2 pieces of baklava for free. Would recommend supporting this food truck! read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - Falafel and Gardenia Plate - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I was in town for a month and made sure to always swing by at least 1-2 times a week, grabbing a mix gyro and chicken plate each time. Food and service were consistently 10/10 and the portions are absolutely huge for one meal. This is a place you don't want to miss out on and one you'll miss if you leave read more

Food is wonderful and service is nice and fast! We love cooking here and the mint drink is also so delicious, you can tell everything is homemade read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - 5. Chicken Shawarma Plate - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Never a disappointment. Always satisfies. I am consistently impressed with how good his food is. Definitely in our top three choices of eating out, Abo Yusuf is the best Mediterranean in town. Thank for the Baclava, brother. read more

The chef is a culinary artist. I placed my order online and arrived 10 minutes later. He said, "this is fresh lamb. You can expect your order in another 15-20 minutes." So I waited and soon he was tapping on my window with what I can only call morsels from heaven. His yogurt is sublime. Or perhaps it's simply his phenomenal homemade tzatziki sauce. It afforded everything it touched a rich unctuousness that rivaled clotted cream on scones, whether it was in his lovely lamb wraps or the balanced, tender and flavorful schawarma. Yelp, you pointed me here like a hunting dog and I will love you for it forever. read more

Solid choice and located in a great location right off Manor - shares a parking lot with the Valero gas station. The meat pie was sooo flavorful and delicious. I'd order the gyro over the chicken schwarma. Bonus points for being a food truck that answers the phone for to-go orders!! read more

The owner is very very nice And the food tastes great the lamb is very tender. And ambiance is very nice the chairs are very comfortable and he enjoys serving us. Please spread the word for this truck so it can be voted best on Austin! read more

This locally owned and operated food truck is pretty delicious! Small, quiet, and unassuming, Abo Youssef delivers excellent Mediterranean/Middle Eastern flavors with a variety of tasty options. I like the chicken shawarma plate. The salad and humus are soooo good. I give it a big thumbs up - try it out if you're nearby! Pro Tip: Swing by Amy's ice cream across the street once you're done for dessert. read more

Cute little food truck I've always wanted to come try this place out. I got the gyro plate and it comes with side dishes of hummus and side salad. Not sure if it's just my batch of food, but everything tasted very watered down. I guess I'm used to eating halal bros or halal guys and they seasoned their food pretty well. They do have really good lunch and dinner deals though!! If you like more bland food you would like this place! read more

Abo Youssef Mediterranean Food - Cute little food truck - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

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the food was SO good! big servings, came out hot, and was just overall amazing. I can't recommend this place enough!

This is what I wrote for the Flea, Cherrywood's local paper in May of 2003: Just off Manor Road, tucked into the side parking lot of the Valero and across the street from Hoover's, sits a silver Airstream trailer local with local-and-statewide accolades stuck to the side, a simple menu board of its offerings, and fresh mint growing outside of it. Here you can find one of Cherrywood's most popular food trucks: Abo Youssef, which consistently puts out some of the best Mediterranean food in the area. Run by Samir Akliosl, 55, a former tour guide from Cairo, Egypt, he moved to Austin in 2013 after the economic downturn due to the Egyptian Coup. He worked his way up from the 99-cent store off Manor corridor before buying the trailer from his friend in 2015, promptly deciding to put his food knowledge to work. From his years of guiding in Cairo, Akliosl learned which restaurants had the best foods, which paired the right meats with the right rice, which spices were best for what dishes, and continually refined his palate and primed culinary experiences for his clients. But though he knew good food and where to find it -- he had absolutely no idea how to cook it. Thus, he flew in his mother, Samira, from Cairo to help him curate the menu, and his wife, Nachwa, whom he credits with setting up the truck. Samira took her son back to his youth with the food they prepared starting with the Falafel Gardenia plate with eggplant, cauliflower, with a special sauce that is hers' too. The eggplant was the star and the falafel perfectly crunchy and spicy. There's a variety of meat on their menu that's spiced and cooked just right, from the Chicken and Gyro mixed plate to lamb and chicken kebabs that are served as platters, sandwiches, and salads. Samir, who lives in Round Rock, with his wife and twin children, soccer crazed Youssef (Abo means "Father of") and an aspiring tik tocker and makeup artist, Miriam, counts family and food as the most important things in his life. Asked if he would ever move his trailer Samir said "I love Cherrywood, there are very nice people, I consider them all my friends, and I am happy." No matter what you order, Samir loves familiar faces, cooking good food, being a part of the Cherrywood culture. And he might be the only one in Texas he likes the weather - "it mirrors Egypt's" - so as it gets hotter, go grab one of Samir's signature lemon mint drinks, where the mint is picked fresh from his garden, blended with fresh lemons and what can only be assumed is some a sort of familial soulfulness, that resides in a jar in some corner of his trailer, and blissfully makes its way into every dish. read more