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    Da 10th Island BBQ Grill

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    FOOD: FANTASTIC, DELICIOUS, AND ADDICTING. I reorder the mochiko and guava chicken all the time…read more The way he makes it is perfect every time and the portions are huge! SERVICE: Owner always does me right! He posts his schedule on instagram weekly, so I always know when to go. It's also great that he puts his phone number in the bio so that you can text/call to place an order ahead of time. He is always super friendly and whips up a banging meal in less than 10 minutes! AMBIANCE: It's a single food truck so don't expect outdoor seating or nothing.

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