Carpenter Coffee Roasters

This taco truck is right outside the shell gas station. You park on the side not at the gas pump…read more There is no tables or chairs so you just grab it and go. We ordered the pastor burrito super ($11) and three pastor tacos ($2.75/each). We got our food pretty fast. The burrito was huge and pretty good. They offer mild or hot for the food. I got the mild and my tacos were good. I liked the side of grilled onions and radish.

I decided to come try these Tacos out with my brothers who stated these were their favorite tacos…read morein Elk Grove! They're a bit on the pricey side but have a ton of options on their menu but I decided to go with the Taquilero Tacos which have a crust of cheese underneath all the meat which I simply loved! The tacos were definitely delicious & flavorful and the staff were very quick and friendly as it was my first time visiting. As my brothers come very often they even memorized their order haha. They have indoor and some outdoor seating (3 tables out front). Indoors is very fresh with ambient low lighting which I loved. I definitely plan to come back and try their shrimp tacos as well as their desserts!

Orden Birria Tacos

Pastor tacos , YUM!! a lil heavy on the sauce though

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Carne asada burrito

Rafa’s Food Truck

4.5(78 reviews)

2.8 mi

So I'm in the area and it's lunchtime, and I'm thinking I want something that really hits--but I…read morealso wanted a true mom-and-pop spot because I genuinely like supporting local businesses whenever I can. So I hop on Yelp⁠, type in tacos, and bam... Rafa's Taco Truck pops up. The reviews had me thinking, ok... I might've just hit a home run. It was close to me, so I figured let's go check it out and see if the hype was real. I pull up and the truck is nestled right by a gas station, and honestly if you know, you know--sometimes those low-key spots end up having the best food. I ordered the taco plate with carne asada, rice, beans, and two Mexican Cokes because... why not go all in? Let me tell you, these tacos and that rice and beans played an important part of my day lol. One bite instantly took me back to those days of finishing a hard 3-mile run and rewarding myself with tacos after. That first bite just hit differently. The carne asada was flavorful, tender, and seasoned just right. The rice and beans were straight comfort food and completed the plate perfectly. What made the experience even better was the service. The staff was super hospitable, polite, and just genuinely welcoming. That matters to me just as much as good food. Great food always gets my attention, but good people are what make me want to come back. If you happen to see this truck, do yourself a favor and flag them down. Definitely worth the stop.

So. . . My dad and I were hanging out the other day and he asked me " Have you ever been to that…read moreMexican food truck over by the Shell gas station?" Why, no. No, I have it. So I decided to check it out later that day. My daughter and I arrived in the evening and it was freezing cold. The woman working in the truck wasn't very personable, but that could be because of the cold weather and it being towards the end of the day. I don't know. I ordered a shredded beef super burrito with everything, Carne Asada fries and two grilled chicken tacos. Total came out to approximately $37. I wasn't really tripping until I got home and checked out the Carne Asada fries. My burrito was very delicious and the green salsa that they give you is so good and the grilled chicken tacos were good but the Carne Asada fries weren't pleasing. The meat on the fries was seasoned well so it tasted good, but it was just fries at the bottom and then just like a thin layer of meat and cheese on the top. The meat and cheese to fry ratio was off in my opinion. Other than that, everything was great. You can order ahead of time and pick it up, which they are really quick about. When I was trying to figure out what I wanted, I heard the woman talking to a customer who was ordering by phone. The lady told her she could pick up her order in 10 minutes and it was ready very quickly, which is something I love. I'll definitely be back to get that super burrito and to try other things. The food was really good and I definitely recommend checking this truck out.

Shrimp Tacos

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Carne Asada fries

West Coast Taco Bar

4.6(680 reviews)

0.7 mi

I went with my husband yesterday, we had the Brisket Taco, Shrimp Taco, Fish Taco, Mexican Corn…read more,Bitchin' Cali Burrito, and the fresh Watermelon juice. Everything was so fresh and Delicious The cashier Michael had Excellent Customer Service . We will definitely be back.

Tacos are fire! Can't wait to try the rest when i'm back in town! Highly recommend! Great service…read moresuper friendly. Good vibes

Cali Burrito

3-taco set (Dirty Diana, Korean Seoul, Sactown Fire)

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Tacos Up, Pinkies Out

Haru

4.4(188 reviews)

1.5 mi

This spot was amazing! The service was great, and the drinks were even better…read more I tried the strawberry matcha, and it was perfectly made. You could really taste the strawberry, and it had a natural flavor without tasting artificial. The matcha itself was smooth and well-balanced. My boyfriend tried the crème brûlée Vietnamese coffee and really enjoyed it. He especially liked the cream, which blended really well with the coffee. He said it was sweet but not overly sweet, making it a really enjoyable drink. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely come back to try more of their drinks!

This place is pretty good! One downside is that they close pretty early, but I can understand it…read morefrom a business perspective if there aren't a lot of customers coming in after 4-5 PM. The drinks were pretty good. I got a Vietnamese coffee, and I honestly forgot what was on top of it , but whatever it was, it was good! My friend got the matcha, and she said hers was pretty good too. The inside is fairly compact, but I still enjoyed the atmosphere. Overall, the drinks were good, the vibe was nice, and I'd definitely stop by again if I'm in the area.

Salt bread

Strawberry matcha

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Salt bread

Bonsai Hibachi Catering

4.3(29 reviews)

2.2 mi

Amazing... no, better than amazing!!…read more Whatever is above amazing -- that's what this is. I'm telling you now, I will not be getting hibachi anywhere else for a long time. My family has had them cater multiple gatherings, and every single time it's been the highlight of the event. And yes, the hibachi show is fun. Yes, the professionalism is solid. But let's be real -- it's the food that separates them. I know people say hibachi is hibachi, but trust me... it's not. I love hibachi, and this is on another level. It took me right back to the first time I fell in love with it -- the flavor, the texture, the way everything is cooked and seasoned. It just hits different. And here's my advice -- don't wait until you have a big event to experience it. Track down their truck and go get a plate for yourself. Just make sure you get there early because there will be a line, and they will sell out. Also, check their Instagram before you go. If they're booked for a catering event, they won't be out, and you'll be stuck settling for something that's just... not this. Go try it. Then come back and tell me I was wrong. I don't think you will.

Overall an amazing experience for me and my family! Portion sizes were huge and they even let you…read morekeep the leftovers. The fried rice was well cooked and the chef even added extra eggs upon request. The veggies were fresh and plentiful. The chicken, shrimp, and steak were all tender and cooked to perfection. The yum yum sauce and garlic sauce also added an extra flavor profile to the dish. The chef and his assistant were very personable and involved the entire audience in the show. Cleanliness was an A+ as the chef cleaned the grill in between cooking dishes and even changed gloves when preparing the shrimp. I would recommend this experience to anyone looking for some fresh and tasty food that also involves live entertainment!

Steak and Shrimp dinner

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Sim's Bar-B-Que

4.6(45 reviews)

1.1 mi

Great Food Trailer at Sim's BBQ on Sundays-8458 Bond Rd, Elk Grove, CA 95624…read more This is a mobile barbecue trailer that travels to different places and events. Once a week, its in elk Grove at the above mentioned address. The trailer is parked along a street thus providing poor parking. It is primarily a takeout and has many different items available. Once you place your order a pager is given which lets you know when your order is ready. The quality is first rate and the prices are fair for what you're getting. The staff is very friendly and know the product well. They serve Ribs, Beef Brisket, Tri-Tip, Pull Pork, Chicken and, All Beef Hot or Mild Links. The sides are Potato Salad, Green Beans, Baked Beans, & Cole Slaw. Sims' Southern Punches looked really good! I had the ribs with potato salad and beans. Really excellent, although I did find the brown barbecue sauce to be a little strong for me. The quality of the ribs and taste really hit the spot! Sim's is not there every week, but when it's there-well worth trying it out.

Get there while it's still fresh and hot out of the smoker!…read more Can't go wrong here except when they're in a rush the meat may not be fall off the bones. Love it when they have their Sunday Elk Grove pop up.

Sims barbecue truck menu

New mobile Sims Kitchen

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Carlos Mejia's Curbside Kitchen

4.9(105 reviews)

4.4 mi

Carlos Curbside Kitchen was absolutely amazing! We had them cater our daughter's Quinceañera, and…read moreit was so much more than just incredible food. Carlos brings an entire experience--the service, presentation, professionalism, and attention to our guests were outstanding. The tacos were delicious, everything ran smoothly, and our guests loved it! You can truly feel the pride and heart Carlos puts into what he does. Having him be part of such an important day for our family made it even more special. Amazing food, amazing service, and an amazing experience. Highly recommend Carlos Curbside Kitchen!

I contacted Carlos about catering my birthday weekend. He was very responsive, his pricing was…read morecompetitive, and he was willing to travel nearly 4 hours to come work our party. He just has a great vibe. In the end, I went a different direction on the food for my event and didn't book Carlos, but my inquiry experience with him was A++. I will reach out to him for future events.

The team before the event!

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Pizza Lovers Sacramento

4.3(38 reviews)

5.0 mi

Amazing, can't reccomend enough. Super authentic, and love seeing them at events anywhere I go.read more

At sac republic game 2026. Only had medium size and two flavors. I ordered pepperoni. It was $25…read morenot including tax! Ahead a rip off for a medium pepperoni. Then I got the pizza. It was burned on the sides, and they were super stingy and cheap with cheese and with maybe like 10 protein slices. Super shady exploiting being at game and ripping people off!

El Caliente

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The Whole Shebang

Chando's Tacos Truck

3.6(73 reviews)

1.4 mi

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Chando's food truck stopped by my office building, and I usually go for the asada burrito, but this…read moretime I decided to switch things up and try the adobada burrito. Great choice. It was very flavorful, well seasoned, and satisfying from start to finish. I enjoyed every bite and it definitely left me full. Customer service was friendly, and the food came out quickly, which is always a plus during a workday. Would definitely order it again.

The adobada and carne asada tacos were delicious. It was really flavorful that additional salsa was…read morenot needed. I love that these tacos included guacamole. The rationale for my 3 stars is that the birria tacos were extremely salty that it was not edible. I had to discard the birria tacos, which was really disappointing.

Adobada burrito

Carne Asada burrito

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Eli's Kitchenette

4.7(6 reviews)

2.7 mi

I ordered the side order of chicken lumpias, they were so good. Service was quick and he was quick…read moreto reassure me that there would be no concern of my shellfish allergy.

Food was decent overall…read more Pancit was decent. No complaints. It had a light flavor. I liked that it wasn't overly oily. Shrimp was plain. The chicken was a bit dry. Lumpia was delicious. Chicken skewer over rice - the broccoli needs some sort of seasoning. Or just steam. It was just too dry. Chicken was okay. Rice was rice. A little pricey for what you get. My biggest complaint would be the service. It was at a nearby business. And there were postings 11am to 2pm. Got there at 11. They weren't ready. The guy said come back in 20 or so minutes. Came back and he was starting to get ready. But while he's cooking and preparing, there's no one else to take orders. So it just stalls. That's probably my biggest problem is the poor planning. I appreciate the attempt to serve us all and being nice and friendly, but it impacts the experience. And I typically give food trucks a lot of grace.

Eli's Kitchenette - Chicken adobo as National dish of Filipinos is braised and cooked in vinegar, soy sauce, onion, peppercorn and bay leaves until tender

Chicken adobo as National dish of Filipinos is braised and cooked in vinegar, soy sauce, onion, peppercorn and bay leaves until tender

Beef short rib are prepared by marinating in a sweet and savory sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder and paprika

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Stir fry noodles with lumpia- it is prepared with yellow noodles missed with tender chicken and shrimp with stir fried veggies.

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Anthony G.

3 years ago

I absolutely love this coffee shop! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting! The coffee is seriously some of the best I've ever had - it's always brewed perfectly and has a rich, smooth flavor that's just delicious. The staff are all friendly and welcoming, and they really seem to love what they do. I've also tried their pastries and they are so delicious. I recommend this coffee shop trailer to anyone looking for a great place to relax, work, or catch up with friends over a delicious cup of coffee. I can't wait to visit again soon! read more

Iris A.

1 year ago

High recommend the Nitro infused Vanilla Latte. I've tried several of their coffee offerings but always end up going back to the Nitro infused Vanilla Latte. I make sure to stop over whenever I take my boys to sunshine swim for lessons. read more

Matthew G.

3 years ago

Was watching Kingdom Speak Podcast, and they were talking about your coffee. I am a fan of Kingdom Speak and a fan of coffee. Great podcast and good taste in coffee!! Everyone go get a great coffee with some avocado toast. Matt G. read more

Annika S.

2 years ago

Carpenter coffee is a GREAT coffee stop!! Wonderful customer service, great atmosphere and the best coffee in the area. The coffee and treats are consistently good and the hospitality is unmatched!! read more

Caleb G.

3 years ago

If you are looking for a good place to hang out, or just a great cup of coffee this is the place! You gotta try the draft latte, a very unique and special coffee experience! read more

Thomas P.

3 years ago

My lady loves this pop up trailer. Seems to be having brick and mortar coming soon. Good luck.

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