Savor the Tropics with Every Bite!
At The Tropic Truck, we pride ourselves on being professional caterers specializing in Cali Caribbean Cuisine. Our mission is to offer our customers the most reliable, easiest, and safest mobile catering solutions available while providing the best customer service possible.
Our Story
Meet Chefs Lauren and Nelson, the husband and wife duo behind The Tropic Truck. With over two decades of experience in commercial kitchens in Los Angeles, they decided to combine their culinary expertise with their cultural roots to create a unique Caribbean Fusion menu. Their dream was to make healthy, fresh, and tropical food accessible to everyone.
What started as a small rented lunch truck with a handmade menu has evolved into a Los Angeles phenomenon. Over the years, we've expanded to three trucks, each specializing in different areas: large-scale events and festivals, corporate catering, and outdoor food truck catering. Today, we can be found at various locations, from the Los Angeles Convention Center to the Long Beach Grand Prix, and even the studios of Culver City and Burbank.
Our Services
We offer fully customizable catering packages for any event, whether it's corporate, wedding, studio, fundraisers, breakfast, or private events. Our menu consists of Caribbean classics, wild-caught grilled seafood delicacies, unique vegan menu items, and light and fresh gluten-free options. Our most popular items include the indulgent Lobster and Avocado Quesadilla, healthy Mahi Mahi Salad Bowl, Caribbean Spiced Roasted Pork Wrap, and the Tropical Shrimp Tacos.
We take pride in using organic, local, and sustainable products whenever possible to ensure that the food we serve is food we are proud to eat and feed to our own families. Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality service, guaranteed. Spend less time organizing your party and more time enjoying your event with our services.
Why Choose Us?
We use organic, local, and sustainable products whenever possible to ensure that the food we serve is of the highest quality. Our menu is fully customizable to suit your specific tastes and preferences. We provide full-service catering for any event, and we can bring our fast-served and fresh-cooked menu to your location. We're entirely self-sufficient with power and water supply, and we use compostable service ware to reduce waste.
Food Quality and Value
The reviewers had mixed opinions about the food quality and value. Some reviewers, such as Jass Hill and Kelly L., enjoyed their meals, praising the flavor and portion sizes. However, others, like Madeleine R. and Sophia S., felt that the prices were too high and the portion sizes were small.
Food Poisoning and Hygiene
Two reviewers, Julia K. and another unmentioned reviewer, reported getting food poisoning after eating from the truck. Julia K. suspected that the grill might not be cleaned properly and that old grease might be used, leading to her illness.
Service and Staff
The service and staff received mixed reviews. While some reviewers, such as Colleen D. and Leslie C., praised the friendly and efficient service, others, like Vittoria H., reported experiencing rude service from the staff.
Other Issues
Some reviewers, such as Sophia S., reported finding a hair in their food, which was a major turn-off. Leslie C. experienced issues with online ordering, and her order was not ready at the estimated time.
