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The Tropic Truck

Caribbean

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Entrees

Taco Plate

Taco Plate

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$13.99
Quesadillas

Quesadillas

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$13.99
Melt

Melt

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$13.99
Loaded Fries

Loaded Fries

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$13.99
Burrito

Burrito

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$13.99
Bowl

Bowl

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$13.99
Jerk Chicken Nachos

Jerk Chicken Nachos

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$15.99
Ropa Vieja Nachos

Ropa Vieja Nachos

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$17.99
Roasted Pork Nachos

Roasted Pork Nachos

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$16.99
Blackened Mahi Mahi Nachos

Blackened Mahi Mahi Nachos

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$17.99
Grilled Shrimp Nachos

Grilled Shrimp Nachos

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$17.99
Lobster Nachos

Lobster Nachos

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$25.99
Jerk Tofu Nachos
Vegetarian

Jerk Tofu Nachos

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$13.99
Surf & Turf Nachos

Surf & Turf Nachos

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$20.99
Lobster & Shrimp Nachos

Lobster & Shrimp Nachos

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$23.99
Hot Buttered Lobster Roll

Hot Buttered Lobster Roll

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$26.99
Cold Dressed Lobster Roll

Cold Dressed Lobster Roll

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$26.99
Kids Menu

Kids Menu

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$8.99

Sides/Apps

Sweet Plantains

Sweet Plantains

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$6.99
Seasoned Fries

Seasoned Fries

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$4.99
Chips + Salsa & Guac

Chips + Salsa & Guac

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$5.99

Drinks

Coke

Coke

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$2.50
Water

Water

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$3

The Tropic Truck Schedule

Cumulus

3333 South La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90016

1/22/2026, 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.

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4.42 (345 reviews)

Katie W.

September 2025

I ordered the Shrimp Bowl and it was amazing! All of the flavors go so well together and it's fairly priced for how many shrimp you get. Delicious!

Alexander S.

September 2025

not sure, give me another burrito and ill tell you

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

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

January 2026, El Segundo, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

January 2026, Los Angeles, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

December 2025, Marina del Rey, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

December 2025, El Segundo, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

November 2025, Long Beach, CA
30+ attendees

Public Event

October 2025, Marina del Rey, CA
30+ attendees

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