July 06, 2021

Quick Bites and Grab N Go Eats with Big Bold Flavors

Oh, the places we’ll go for good food and a fusion of flavors. Let’s look at the food truck experience in Key West and visit five unique locations and dining destinations across the island that offers something for everyone. While each food truck presents new flavor combinations and cultural food fusions in smaller mobile kitchens, don’t be fooled by the size because they will make your taste buds sing as you explore the big, bold flavors in paradise.

Garbo’s Grill @ Hanks!

"Garbo's is an award-winning food truck located at Hank's Saloon! Featured on Food Network's "Diner's Drive-In's & Dive's, Our tacos and burritos are delicious and our burger recently made the list of top 15 burgers in Florida! We are a "can't miss!" spot for anytime meals or late-night snacking! We have a full bar on-site and live music 7 days a week from 1 pm-midnight!"

Garbo’s Grill @ Hanks! Photo credit: Garbo’s Grill @ Hanks

Let’s put things in perspective for you. Award-winning is an understatement, and while we are writing this blog, our friends at Diner’s Drive-In’s & Dive’s are back at Garbo’s Grill for a second time. According to Garbo’s Grill, the Food Network stopped by to follow up with them and see how things are going since their last visit. Be sure to tune in to Diner’s, Drive-In’s and Dive’s on Friday, July 9th at 9:00 pm ET.

W1891DSkimm from Inwood, West Virginia, had this to say about Garbo’s Grill:

“Amazing! This place was phenomenal….the location, the food and the atmosphere were perfect. Order your food here and grab drinks at Hank’s hair of the dog-you’re set. I had the yum yum shrimp burrito, my husband had the umami burger and we shared the bulgogi tacos. It was all so good! Can’t wait to get back there next year.”

Garbo’s is also nominated for Best Food Truck, Best Taco, and Hanks is nominated for the best bar. If you want to know where the locals go - this is the place!

View Garbo’s Grill Menu

Garbo's Grill @ Hanks!
Open daily 11 am - Midnight.
409 Caroline St
Key West, FL

B. O.’s Fish Wagon

The best fried grouper sandwich in the Keys.

Located steps from our resort is B.O’s Fish Wagon. There’s nothing fancy and everything quirky, funky, and fabulous in this Key West food truck/shack. What you’ll find here is the best Grouper sandwich on the island, along with other favorites on the menu, including fish tacos and any shrimp dish they are serving up.

B. O.’s Fish Wagon Photo credit: @ allyandmandy on Instagram

“Great Fried Grouper. This place is essentially a food truck surrounded by a shack. It’s easy to miss, but don’t! The food is excellent!

I enjoyed the fried grouper dinner with slaw and rice and beans, as well as a couple happy hour beers. The grouper was light and delicious! The beans were also particularly good—I’m not sure what they added to give them such a unique flavor. The service was also excellent.

This is quintessential Key West. I highly recommend a visit! ~ FDinger via TripAdvisor

We agree with FDinger’s review and recommendation - this is quintessential Key West. Give B.O.’s Fish Wagon a try and let us know what you think.

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B.O.’S Fish Wagon
Hours: 11 am to 9:30 pm
801 Caroline St., Key West, FL

I’ll see you at the Gas Station.
Did you know some of the best food and food trucks are located at the Gas Station? Here are a couple of our food truck favorites we found while filling up the gas tank around town. Let’s take a look inside One Love and Pescado Food Trucks.

One Love Food Truck

Nominated for BEST FOOD TRUCK in the People’s Choice 2021 Bubba Awards.

One Love Food Truck offers a taste of the islands! You’ll find authentic Jamaican & Caribbean eats along with health-conscious gourmet offerings, including the award-winning hot tuna tacos, jerk chicken, gluten-free conch fritters, house-made fresh ginger iced tea, and more! You won’t be disappointed by anything on the menu because it’s made with love by 5-Star Celebrity Chef Clive Thompson.

Thatguy305 on TripAdvisor had this to say about One Love Food Truck:

“Food Truck worth the stop! The food here has always been excellent for me. The jerk wings are my go to. However, today I had the jerk chicken sammich and lemme tell ya, maybe my new favorite sammich in key west. Staff is always pleasant and there’s even tables for dining there. Do yourself a favor and stop here and get real quality Jamaican food. The presentations are also on point, taste as good as it looks.”

Don’t miss One Love Food Truck’s Reggae Sundays, happening the first Sunday of every month.

One Love Food Truck is tucked away next to the Chevron (on Stock Island), where the food and island vibe will transport you to Jamaica.

View One Love Food Truck’s Menu

One Love Food Truck
Open 11 am-6 pm Tuesday - Sunday - Closed Mondays
5220 US HWY 1
Key West, FL
305-393-9169

Pescado

Another favorite food truck found at the gas station is located at Truman Ave., at the Truman & White Chevron in Key West. Welcome to Pescado, serving American and Mexican-style seafood grub, including fish tacos & fried shrimp.

Pescado Great lil taco spot for a quick on-the-go bite. ~ Michael Silvia, Facebook Review

This is what Mrtarheel of Chapel Hill, NC had to say about Pescado:

“Best fish sandwich on the island. I also usually get their black beans and rice instead of french fries. My wife loves their fish tacos. We get it all grilled. We eat lunch there at least once or twice a week during the three months we are in Key West.”

A common thread amongst all visitors to Pescado is delicious food, affordable prices, and one of my favorite food trucks.

View the Pescado Menu

Pescado Food Truck
Open Monday through Saturday 9 am - 10 pm
1126 Truman Ave (Truman & White Chevron)
Key West, FL

Food Truck Vibes

Cuban Coffee Queen - Food Truck Vibe without the Wheels

Food Truck like coffee shop with delicious, mouth-watering Cuban Sandwiches and more!

Food Truck Vibes Photo credit: Cuban Coffee Queen

While Cuban Coffee Queen isn’t a “Food Truck,” it’s got all the ingredients of one without the wheels. Amazing food and drink combined with that laid-back island vibe!

Cuban Coffee Queen’s original location at the Historic Seaport (nearby our Key West Harbor Resort) is where locals and visitors alike come together for coffee and breakfast first thing in the morning. Don’t be surprised if there’s a line because it’s the go-to place to mix and mingle and wait for that perfect cup of coffee on the island.

Favorites on the menu include Café con Leche and the Key Wester, two eggs, cheese, and your choice of ham, bacon, sausage. Wait, there’s more. We can’t forget to mention the Cuban mix sandwich ~ so tasty and OMG so big!

Get your phone out because this is also the place to capture that Instagram-worthy photo in front of the Greetings from Key West mural.

Cuban Coffee Queen is open every day, from 6:30 am until sunset serving up delicious Cuban coffee, breakfast, and lunch fare to a large following of fans here in Key West.

View the Cuban Coffee Queen Menu

Cuban Coffee Queen (original location)
284 Margaret Street, Key West, Fl.
Hours: 6:30am - 7:00pm
Phone: 305.292.4747

One thing we’ve learned about Food Trucks is its delicious food with an explosion of flavors that makes you want to return time and time again. Tell us about your favorite food truck experience. #lovethemarker

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