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The Tropic Truck

Caribbean

The Tropic Truck Schedule

Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292

7/27/2024, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Beach Eats

14101 Panay Way, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292

8/1/2024, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292

8/3/2024, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Playa District

6080 Center Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90045

8/20/2024, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Beach Eats

14101 Panay Way, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292

8/22/2024, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

About The Tropic Truck

The Tropic Truck Caribbean Fusion Food Truck in Los Angeles

In fall of 2015, Chef team Lauren and Nelson decided to join their culinary experience with their cultural roots and thus The Tropic Truck was born. Taking influence from Southern Floridian Caribbean Fusion and Central American traditional recipes. The husband and wife duo developed a uniquely fresh, healthy, and creative true Caribbean Fusion Menu. Both Chefs have over two decades of experience in Commercial Kitchens in Los Angeles where they cooked everything from artisan pizza to gastropub fare to Valencian cuisines and even entire vegan menus. Their dream was to make healthy, fresh, and tropical food accessible. What started as a tiny rented lunch truck with a hand made menu has evolved into a Los Angeles phenomenon.

After, mastering the technique of serving smaller scale private lunches they evolved quickly to large scale events and high volume festivals and the second chapter began. In 2017, the second Tropic Truck opened specializing in Corporate Catering and Large Volume Catering. The customized high end industrial kitchen allowed for the capability to serve more people, faster, and fresher food.

Now with the powerhouse of both trucks, one focusing on large scale events, conventions and festivals along with the second focusing on corporate and large scale catering, The Tropic Truck can be found anywhere from Los Angeles Convention Center, to the Long Beach Grand Prix, to the studios of Culver City and Burbank.

THE TROPIC TRUCK’s success is hugely credited to the amazing fresh flavors represented in the menu. Focusing on scratch sauces and marinades paired with the highest quality Angus Meats and Wild Caught Seafood available in Los Angeles, it is no secret why this truck is highly sought after. Offering fully customizable packages there is no stopping this epic duo. In a nutshell, the menu consists of Caribbean Classics, Wild Caught grilled seafood delicacies, Unique vegan menu items, and the light and fresh gluten free options. The most popular items not to be missed are the ever indulgent Lobster and Avocado Quesadilla, healthy Mahi Mahi Salad Bowl, Caribbean Spiced Roasted Pork Wrap, and the truly Tropical Shrimp Tacos.

4.41 (333 reviews)

Stefanie V.

June 2024

Quick and tasty

Tracy L.

September 2023

- great flavors but a disproportionate amount of rice and beans to shrimp for me. Would have preferred more shrimp. Loved the salsas too!

Kara M.

June 2023

Always on time, correct order and they acknowledge the app unlike other trucks!!! My favorite truck!

Ari D.

May 2023

Great plantains and ropa vieja. Website menu said it was Cali steak but I like ropa vieja more. Y'all might wanna update the online menu to note that, and that the burritos don't come with plantains inside

Cristina L.

May 2023

food was outstanding! Yum! My only downside is that I ordered rice and I got lettuce. It was still good though. ❤️

Adam S.

March 2023

I love Caribbean food and this didn't disappoint! The pork was particularly good quality

Kim F.

March 2023

Delicious flavor, good portion size, cooked perfectly!

Reynaldo L.

February 2023

Best Truck in Town Please come again can’t wait to try everything

Carolyn R.

November 2021

Shrimp quesadillas were excellent. Also friendly service.

Shannon B.

November 2021

The food was delicious, but the texts were not aligned with when my food was ready.

Recent Catering Events

Public Event

July 2024, Los Angeles, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

June 2024, Marina del Rey, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

June 2024, Marina del Rey, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

June 2024, Los Angeles, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

May 2024, Marina del Rey, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

May 2024, Santa Monica, CA
30+ attendees

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