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    The Choke Coach

    4.1 (148 reviews)
    InexpensiveFood Trucks, Filipino, Wraps
    Closed 10:30 am - 4:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    First time here
    Joe P.

    First time here and I was glad that we stopped by, this place is the BOMB! The fried artichoke were amazing!!! I ordered that hot links and fried artichoke, I loved every bite. The service was excellent! It's food truck with tables and chairs and surrounded by artichoke orchard. Very good ambiance. 5 STARS.

    Jonathan S.

    I wasn't expecting a food truck to be at my visit to Pezzini Farms (see me review for them), but since The Choke Coach was there, my wife and I decided to try their fried artichoke. While waiting for our order to be ready, we shopped at Pezzini Farms and the order was ready once we got back. The order of fried artichoke was $11 for ~9 pieces of 1.5-2 inch sized artichokes. We also opted to get a side of lemon dill dipping sauce. The fried artichoke was pretty good and probably did not need any dipping sauce, but the lemon dill sauce was very good and refreshing to complement the fried artichoke. My wife thought it was a little pricy for ~9 pieces of artichoke, but most food trucks are a little pricy. There are a couple tables and chairs to sit at to enjoy your food, but we just ate ours in our car. We were not hungry as we just had a late lunch not long ago in Monterey. The employees were pleasant, but not really friendly. The accept cash and credit card (for a small fee) as form of payments. If I am in the area and run across The Choke Coach again, I would consider trying out their other offerings.

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    Terri G.

    Had to try the fried artichokes. Delicious! Good customer service. Outside seating in the sun felt good today at 61°. Lots of artichoke entrees to choose from.

    Artichoke tacos
    Michelle B.

    Absolutely delicious! My husband and I loved everything. The fried artichokes were crispy, had great flavor, and were not overly greasy. We also loved the soup! It was super unique with the cinnamon flavor and it warmed us up on a rather chilly day. We also really enjoyed the artichoke tacos because of how meaty the hearts were. Please consider adding an artichoke burrito to your menu! We're looking forward to returning. Thanks Choke Coach!

    The deep fried artichokes are SO good!
    Alma S.

    Had a good experience with nice customer service at this food truck located next to the cute & fun-to-explore Pezzini Farms stop. Some tables and chairs were available to enjoy our eats. The pastor burrito was just ok, but the deep fried artichokes were delicious! Compared to other places, these were big and artichoke hearty, had a thinner batter coating, and were sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Got the ranch which was good too. Would definitely come here again when in the area to get some deep fried goodness.

    Artichoke cupcake
    Swati B.

    So so good! We were nearby hiking at some of the state parks, and drove by just looking for a quick bite to eat. They were parked next to this cute shop that was selling local produce and delicious artichoke cupcakes. We ordered the fried artichokes and artichoke po boy and both were fantastic. Everything is made to order, and we didn't have to wait too long. Looking forward to coming back and trying a few more items on the menu.

    Jessie D.

    I got the El Pastore burrito and it was pretty good. Extremely good for a food truck. The price was nice too. I definitely recommend adding cheese. I will definitely have to try again.

    Kelli B.

    Everything is cooked to order. While you wait you can take a peek in the Pazinni shop next door to the Choke Coach . They also had fresh baked Artichoke cupcakes and bread so we got one to go for dessert! So good!

    Fried artichoke
    Alexis B.

    We were looking for a snack as we were leaving Monterey for San Jose last week. We were thinking we would have to stop at a gas station for a quick snack on the road, but then we saw a sign for an artichoke farm with a food truck. I almost missed the exit but pulled across lanes to not miss it! What find. It's located at a farm stand selling all kinds of artichoke-y products, parked with a few tables in front. The service was great - so friendly. We tried the fried artichoke, grilled artichoke, and lumpia. I like the fried artichoke, loved the grilled artichoke, and thought the lumpia were just okay (the filling was bland - tasted like defrosted frozen vegetables from the mixed corn, carrot, and pea bag). It was a fun stop - a surprise snack! I would happily stop by again for more artichoke dishes!

    Vivian Q.

    Such a cool concept of artichoke-based dishes - I ordered 3 tacos ( artichoke, carne asada, and al pastor), but probably what I would recommend instead are the fried artichokes and the artichoke soup, very unique and delicious! The truck is conveniently located next to a small market as well

    Dale S.

    Found this adorable little truck while on a quick road trip and we were not disappointed. We love artichokes and we were so excited to try some of their unique variations! We ordered the artichoke tacos, fries and a drink and sat at one of the small tables with chairs provided. It was a gorgeous day and the prices at this truck are super reasonable. $6 for two artichoke tacos $2 for fries and just a couple bucks more for a water and soda. Staff was nice enough. The food took a bit longer than expected but to be fair, until we sat down to eat we were the only people there. Now, I am a bit of a fry snob and the fries were just average but they were salted well and I was given some ketchup which helped. The tacos, on the other hand, were delish! Artichoke, onion, lettuce and a yummy sauce with creamy artichoke flavors and a hint of lime. I could easily eat those tacos once a week for the rest of my life. If you are vegetarian, if you love artichokes, if you have a pupper that is always with you, you have to try this place... you'll love it!

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    Essential stop on any trip past - can't get enough of the fried artichoke hearts, the artichoke tacos, etc etc.

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    We stop here every time we are in the area for the fried artichokes! Yum!!

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    My wife and kid ove this place. It's a must visit every time we are in area. She would give it 5 stars but I give it 4 just because.

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    6 years ago

    Great food!!! Long wait but it was worth it! Must try the fried artichoke hearts! The steamed artichokes were great too!

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    We saw this food truck at the borchard farms and the fried artichokes taste good and the asada fries is yummy!!!

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    All things artichoke! Come for soup, Po boy tacos, and a ton more! Even lumpia!

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