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Delicious Smoked Meats | BBQ Ribs, Chicken & Fish | Philly Takeout

Southern Flames BBQ serves up mouthwatering, slow-smoked ribs, chicken, and fish, packed with rich, smoky flavors. Whether you're craving tender, juicy meats or classic BBQ sides, we've got you covered. Enjoy the best smoked meats in Germantown or indulge in freshly smoked BBQ meats in Chestnut Hill—all made fresh daily. Order takeout or delivery in Philadelphia and savor the authentic taste of Southern-style BBQ. Don’t wait—treat yourself to the best barbecue in town today!

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America is a country with a rich history of diverse cultures and cuisine. There are many iconic dishes to explore in America, including classic comfort foods like hamburgers, mac and cheese, and fried chicken. Regional specialties like New York-style pizza, Philly Cheesesteaks, and clam chowder offer unique flavors and traditions. Tacos, BBQ ribs, and buffalo wings are also popular favorites. America's diverse culinary landscape offers an exciting and authentic culinary experience for foodies and travelers alike.

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The Best Fusion Tacos in Los Angeles

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The Best Fusion Tacos in Los Angeles

Los Angeles has more than its fair share of authentic Mexican tacos, but it’s also have the richest selection of fusion tacos with flavors from around the world. Whether you like your tortilla made with flour or corn and stuffed with Korean bulgogi, North African pozole tagine or Mediterranean kebabs with tzatziki, you’ll find amazing taste sensations to discover.

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Mondo Taco

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Mondo Taco translates as Taco World, and they aim to provide as many world flavors as possible wrapped in their handmade corn tortillas. (For the gluten-intolerant out there, note that they use a little flour in their regular corn tortillas, but they have gluten free and paleo options available on request.). Offerings range from El Greco, with lamb, tzatziki and diced tomato and the Amore with grilled chicken breast, bruschetta and pesto sauce to Tokyo Shrimp, Bayou Fish, Taj Majal coconut shrimp, Thailicious chicken with chipotle peanut sauce or the Yo Adrian ribeye with provolone. All variations are also available in a wrap or a bowl. Sides include cabbage, horseradish slaw, and hot or cold quinoa in addition to the more traditional chips and salsa and guacamole. As a bonus, they have a nice patio and serve beer, wine, and margaritas.

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Kogi Korean Tacos

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Roy Choi’s original Korean-Mexican Kogi BBQ truck is still an LA favorite with four trucks on the road, but his signature specialties are now also available at the Alibi Room near Culver City and the Kogi Taqueria in Palms. Tacos have corn tortillas, slaw, cilantro, onions, salsa roja and a choice of short rib, bbq chicken, spicy pork or tofu. Korean-themed mulitas, quesadillas and burritos are also on the menu as well as a selection of bowls and sliders.

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Komodo

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The Komodo franchise was created by Indonesian-born, East LA-raised, Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Erwin Tjahyadi. The Asian-Mexican fusion street food with a little French technique thrown in started in a truck, but is now available at two brick and mortar locations in Pico-Roberson and Venice. The truck is only brought out for catering events these days. The four taco Killer Combo gives you a chance to try four different fusion tacos from Singaporean-style shrimp or Indonesian-style pork rendang braised in coconut milk to Hawaiian seared Angus ground beef patty with pineapple teriyaki sauce, white rice and sunny-side up egg; Deep fried fish and grapes; or chicken with marinated oranges, among others. Salads and dinner plates are also available.

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Revolutionario

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When you read this, North-African-influenced Revolutionario may or may not have a physical location, since their original Exposition Park location was sold out from under them, but if they don’t currently have a fixed location, keep a look out for the Revolutionario on Wheels food truck. Corn tortillas can be topped with duck hash; pozole tagine with lamb, beef, chicken, hominy and vegetables; smoked lamb; black-eyed pea falafel and more. Burritos, quesadillas and bowls are also available. Follow @ChefZadi on twitter to keep up with what’s going on.

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Kaya Street Kitchen

Kaya Street Kitchen is frequently referred to as a Southeast Asian inspired Chipotle because you choose your platform of non-GMO flour roti taco, whole wheat burrito, rice or noodle bowl, or salad, then choose your protein, then your veggie toppings and sauces. Proteins include grilled chicken satay, shrimp and pork meatballs, coconut lemongrass beef, or tofu.

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TLT Food

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TLT Tacos – named in honor of its predecessor, The Lime Truck – calls itself “New American cuisine without boundaries”. Taco flavors include sweet & spicy steak with Asian slaw; beef short ribs with horseradish crema; pork belly with mojo sauce; and grilled ahi tuna with honey-chipotle sauce. Other specialties include the ahi poke bowl or chimi noodle bowl; a short rib grilled cheese on sourdough; and a quesadilla with pork belly, sweet potato or short rib, in addition to more traditional options. They also serve craft beer, keg and specialty bottled wine.

TLT Food has additional locations in Pasadena and in Orange County in Irvine and Newport Beach.

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Cha Cha Chili Asian/Korean

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Another contender on the Korean-Mexican stage is Cha Cha Chili, which is basically a burger and taco stand with outdoor seating located next to a car wash in an industrial area in El Sereno. You’re not likely to stumble upon it by accident unless you live in the area, however, fans make the pilgrimage for the seriously good Korean-Mexican specialties. In addition to their Kimchee quesadilla, bulgogi beef, kalbi short rib and spicy pork tacos, burritos, chimichangas and Hawaiian bread sliders, there are chicken, battered fish and tofu options and Korean or Chorizo Angus burgers. There’s even a Korean Philly Cheese Steak.

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Mandoline Grill Food Truck

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Mandoline Grill is a Vietnamese food truck that includes Vietamese fusion tacos in corn tortillas with your choice of meat topped with fresh cucumber slices, pickled carrot and daikon, cilantro, and sriracha aioli. They also serve bun (rice vermicelli noodles), bahn mi (baguette sandwiches) and Vietnamese nachos topped with meat, jalapeno, mint, cilantro, scallion oil and sriracha oil. Their schedule is listed on their website about a week at a time.

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The KooKoo Grill

The KooKoo Grill in Bellflower, south of LA, is a Japanese-Mexican fusion. They only offer two meats in their tacos, chicken or beef, both topped with cucumbers, onions, teriyaki sauce, sesame seeds and hot sauce, with avocados available as an add on. You can also get the same combo wrapped as a burrito or as a bowl or plate. The California burrito is teriyaki beef, french fries, 1000 island, pico, guacamole, lettuce, and hot sauce. The full menu includes salads, noodles, fried fish and shrimp, and the house special Kookoo Ball, a deep-fried fried rice ball resembling Italian arancini.

The original owners sold the Bellflower location and opened another KooKoo Grill in Anaheim. They both get stellar reviews.

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White Boy Tacos

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White Boy Tacos is one guy with a cart who can be found at his regular spot in front of 740 South Broadway most nights from 9 or 10 pm to 3 am. The guy is Ben, who puts his unique spin on tacos like whiskey marinated steak with hash browns; BBQ pork with bacon and coleslaw; Albariño and Dijon marinated tilapia; sake marinated chicken breast with scrambled eggs, pepper and onions; and orange juice marinated tofu and grilled banana.

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HomeState

HomeState is on this list, rather than my Best Authentic Tacos list because they’re hipster Austin-style Tex-Mex, rather than pure Mexican. They’re especially known for their breakfast tacos on fresh tortillas, including non-traditional options like the Blanco with organic egg whites, mushrooms and jack cheese. Other options include Austin-style chips and queso, Texas toast, Frito Pie in a Bag, or Kale Cabbage Salad. They also serve Cuvée Coffee imported from Austin, Mexican Coke and Hibiscus Limeade. Expect challenging parking and long lines especially for weekend breakfast/brunch.

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Trois Familia

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Under a rainbow sign in a Sunset Blvd strip mall in Silver Lake, you’ll find the French-Mexican concept from celebrity chef Ludo Lefebvre, Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo. Open for breakfast and lunch, the only actual tacos on the menu are the double decker potato tacos with lime, crème fraiche, carrot pico and jack cheese. The menu is not completely meat-free, but  concoctions like the beet tartare tostada and carrot mole enchiladas find favor with vegetarians. Compared to other fusion tacos on this list, servings are quite small for the price. 18% service charge is added to all bills. No additional tipping is necessary.

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Kabob Express Fusion Truck – Mediterranean

The Kabob Express Fusion Truck offers traditional Mediterranean food in a pita, or you can choose from the Mexi-terranean Tacos, including a choice of chicken kabobs, shawarma, gyro slices or falafel in soft corn tortillas with hummus, pico de gallo, lemon juice and salsa, served with a side of dill cucumber salad and tzaziki sauce. Also available as a burrito. They don’t seem to have a website, but can often be found in Santa Monica at lunchtime on Food Truck Row at 31st and Ocean Park.

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Falasophy

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Falasophy doesn’t just fuse Lebanese with Mexican in their Spicy Modern Tacos with falafel, avocado, pickled red cabbage, cilantro garlic-crema, house-pickled jalapeños in a flour tortilla. They also serve Banh Mi inspired Pita with pickled daikon and carrots, fresh cilantro, jalapeños garlic sauce or tahini with chicken shawarma or falafel. The rest of the menu is pretty traditional Lebanese.

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Watching people travel and eat on television has become such a staple in America. We tune in and find “the best unknown burger counter in Philly” and the “most decadent ice cream sandwich in Portland” or the “best places to eat on Oahu,” but what do you actually want to experience when it comes to food when you’re on the road?

Part of exploring the scenic route is finding your own favorite stops and bites that you go home and tell your friends and family about. We just tackled the food of Oahu and it’s now time to set some expectations… and this is NOT the best places to eat on Oahu, but the best food experiences WE discovered and how to FIND the best places to eat on Oahu (or the other Hawaiian islands).

The best places to eat on Oahu… or what to look for

We were pointed to Duke’s on Waikiki for fish and pie, and Matsumoto’s on the North Shore for Hawaiian shave ice, Trader Vic’s for mai tais… but then we found our own spots. What sounds good? Here are some quick hits for some easy Oahu favs:

Kono’s – Haleiwa, North Shore – have you tried a bomber? It’s a Hawaiian burrito of sorts, stuffed with kalua pork, cheese and sauce. And it’s delicious. Tip: eat outside and enjoy the Heiheis… just like Moana’s chicken. (actual Hawaiian word is “ka moa”)

Haleiwa Joe’s – Kaneohe Bay and Haleiwa – catch of the day, black and blue ahi, Hawaiian atmosphere you would seek out. Tip: get there early cuz they don’t do reservations.

Monkeypod Kitchen – Ko Olina and 2 on Maui – perfect combo of Japanese Hawaiian fusion. Tip:  Monkeypod is an easy alternative to resort dining if you’re staying at Aulani or another large property.

Why were these spots were great for us: because of their diverse menus, kid-friendly environments, and because we didn’t find them based on ads. If we can find delicious food and get some specifically local dishes (think poke and loco moco), then we’re good to go. The best places to eat on Oahu are going to be different for everyone and might not even be discovered/featured in a travel blog yet.

Tip: Oahu is heavily influenced by its Japanese population. There are many options when it comes to Japanese food, including sushi, katsu, and other cooking styles. And noodles. OMG: watch for saimin and then order it when you see it!

Food trucks on the North Shore of Oahu

If you ever take a trip to Portland, Oregon or Seattle, Washington you’ll no doubt see food trucks. Everywhere. We heard that there were some good ones on the North Shore of Oahu and it turns out that it’s true. Actually, I’m pretty sure food trucks as a staple in West Coast cities are because of the food trucks on the North Shore.

Just look at this totally incomplete map of food trucks on the North Shore. Some of the best places to eat on Oahu, for sure.

We found three hubs of food trucks on the North Shore. The first was just as we entered the historic town a Haleiwa. We found a few fresh shrimp options as well as a Thai, BBQ, and even Mexican food truck. See? The best places to eat on Oahu might actually not even be Hawaiian food joints. (numbers below correlate to location on map above)

#1 – Our pick: Big Wave Shrimp. Good grub: peeled garlic butter shrimp. Always peeled, otherwise it’s just a mess with no benefit to peeling them yourself.

The second hub was just after the bridge into Haleiwa. Again with the shrimp, shrimp and more shrimp. If you can get parking, send one of your travel companions to one truck and you grab a shrimp plate from another.

#2 – Our pick: any that have their “pass” rating posted clearly and with a short line. Good grub: all the shrimps (peeled, of course. Always peeled).

The third and favorite North Shore food truck hub we found was northeast of Haleiwa near Sunset Beach in Pupukea. With ample parking, restroom facilities across the street (yay for travel with kids!) and a wide variety of cuisines, this spot takes the cake. This food truck site is where we found some of the best poke around.

#3 – Our pick: Aji Limo. Good grub: Hawaiian Poke with sesame, seaweed and fresh ahi. It’s everything you dreamed poke could be.  Good grub: Poke and eating all of that goodness. Hawaiian Poke specifically, but the Mexican inspired swordfish poke was also good.

What is this “poke” stuff we keep mentioning? It’s basically seafood heaven in a bowl. You can get poke several ways, but our favorite is served over rice with ahi tuna as the primary fish component. Salmon and swordfish poke is also popular, but no fish is as smooth and delicious as ahi.

Want to know the secret to ordering a great bowl of poke? Keep it simple with just a few ingredients allowing the fish to speak for itself, ensure you get a little Hawaiian sea salt on it, and always take the seaweed recommendation from the chef/server. Seaweed isn’t everybody’s favorite food, but like lettuce or tomatoes, there are many types with different textures and flavor profiles. Add a little seaweed and go full Hawaiian.

Tip: locals who are being honest will tell you that the best poke you can get in a pinch is from Foodland. Yep, that’s the local grocery store chain and they make sure to have fresh poke readily available for their hungry Hawaiian residents.

I guess one of the best places to eat on Oahu is actually the local grocery store. 😉

Easy grab and go on Oahu

Other Hawaiian staples you may have heard about include loco moco, a variety of S.P.A.M. preparations and, of course, mac salad. L+L Hawaiian BBQ, a local cafe-type chain, makes the best easy-to-get mac salad and other Hawaiian yums, like fried fish, kalua pork, and tasty snacks. And ahi (of course). Seriously, did it occur to us that some of the best food on Oahu was from a convenience-cafe? Not hardly.

Also, and this may be completely unhelpful, but we were told that there are some pretty delicious and random markets that have awesome fish sandwiches and mac salads to go. If you’re heading to the beach, stop into any random deli and see what sort of grub you can find.

Imay go without saying, but Hawaii is home to all kinds of farms raising some delicious crops. Although most of the crops grown on Oahu were brought to the islands over the last few centuries, the Hawaiian people grow some amazing produce. As you’re driving the Kamehameha Highway around the island, you’ll see many fruit stands, farm stands, and local markets. Our only tip is to buy local and enjoy. Never have we had such amazing pineapple as on Oahu.

Getting local in a new way

Believe me, we love eating local and getting recommendations from locals wherever we go. When it comes to the best places to eat on Oahu, we got fifty different answers from ten different people, but they all had the same concept: established and authentic. Our friends pointed us to a few places we could never find on our own, but then one of them said “Honey’s. We’re going there…”

When we were in Wisconsin we heard about supper clubs. In central California we experienced the steakhouses. In Hawaii you need to look for the country clubs or “live music” spots. Honey’s in Kaneohe is part country club and part lounge. It’s like the Elks Club meets the dinning room at the golf course. At Honey’s we found up-country cooking like pork chops and prime rib (#supperclub) but then we also had a full PuPu platter menu loaded with edamame, poke and kalua pork (#realHawaii).

What made this local dining experience so great was actually the live Hawaiian band sporting their flower shirts and steel guitars. Sending this local dinner experience over the top: a long time auntie of the area and clearly a regular at Honey’s gave the dining room an impromptu hula performance to her favorite Hawaiian tune. We couldn’t have planned it better.

Tip: although it may sound strange, ask a local for a music recommendation or where their ohana might meet up with the grandparents. Chances are you’ll find a place with a humble reputation and endless aloha spirit to share.

Our family trip to Hawaii wasn’t all about finding the best places to eat on Oahu, but we found pure Hawaiian gold for nearly every meal. Take our tips and what we looked for and go seek out your own food discoveries. You can learn a lot about and fall in love with a culture from its food, and Hawaii is all about good food and welcoming you into their ohana.

Want to pin this for you own Hawaiian adventure? Go for it!!!

Finding the best places to eat on Oahu: poke to pork and everything in between Watching people travel and eat on television has become such a staple in America. We tune in and find "the best unknown burger counter in Philly" and the "most decadent ice cream sandwich in Portland" or the "best places to eat on Oahu," but what do you actually want to experience when it comes to food when you're on the road?

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The Spirit of Philadelphia is once again teaming up with Yards Brewing Company to present the Yards Brews Cruises summer series from June 22nd through September 21st. For one Thursday a month, guests can board the Spirit for an evening sail that is anything but quiet. On June 22, July 13, August 17, and September 21, Spirit of Philadelphia will host the ultimate party on the water with barbecue-inspired seasonal fare, Yards beer, music, dancing and games – all lead by WMMR personalities, Jacky Bam Bam and Marisa Magnatta. To purchase tickets, visit www.spiritcruises.com/philadelphia/cruises/specialty/beef-and-beer.

“We are thrilled to partner with Yards Brewing Company to offer locals and visitors a truly unique waterfront experience with the fourth year of our Brews Cruise series,” said Ryan O’Connor, associate general manager at Entertainment Cruises, Inc. in Philadelphia. “Yards adds an authentic Philly twist to Entertainment Cruises, and our WMMR hosts step up the fun. It’s no wonder these are among our most popular events aboard the Spirit.”

Each cruise will have its own unique theme inspired by a signature Yards Ale. WMMR’s Jacky Bam Bam will host the first two cruises in the series. On June 22, Hula Hops Luau sets sail, with a luau along the Delaware featuring Yards’ summer wheat ale Saison. The July 13 cruise will give guests a head start to celebrating the holidays with the Season Greetings cruise, where Poor Richard’s Tavern Spruce will be the ale of choice.

WMMR’s Marisa Magnatta plays host for the final two summer cruises. On August 17, turn back the clock to 1987, as Magnatta hosts Pretty in PYNK featuring Yards’ PYNK seasonal berry ale. Cruise guests are encouraged to dress up in their best 80’s attire for a prom on the water. The September 21 cruise jumps a decade forward with the theme Big Hair, Big Beer, a throwback 90s party featuring Yards’ Cape of Good Hope Double IPA.

New for 2017, each Yards Brews Cruise will have its own dessert pairing provided by Frost 321, Capofitto, and Franklin Fountain. Pairings include Ice Cream, Gelato and Frozen Pina Coladas. The buffet menu includes Organic Mixed Salads, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Three-Cheese Baked Macaroni, Corn on the Cob, BBQ Pork Spare Ribs, Rotisserie Chicken, and Italian Sausage. Additional dessert options are available including Seasonal Fruit, Lemon Pound Cake & Strawberries, Vanilla Bean Mousse & Raspberry Sauce, Red Velvet & Chocolate Chip Brownie, and Caramel Apple Bread Pudding. Yards’ beer experts will also be on board for each cruise with samples and brewing Q & A sessions.

Tickets for the Brews Cruises start at $51.90 per person. Guests must be 21 and over with a valid ID to attend. Each cruise boards at the dock of the Spirit of Philadelphia at 401 S. Columbus Boulevard at Lombard Circle at 6:30 p.m. and cruises the Delaware River from 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit www.spiritcruises.com/philadelphia/cruises/specialty/beef-and-beer.

Yards Brews Cruise The Spirit of Philadelphia is once again teaming up with Yards Brewing Company to present the…

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5-Piece Pork Rib Platter – Smoked & Savory Philly BBQ

Savor our 5-piece pork rib platter Philly BBQ, slow-smoked to perfection for a rich, smoky flavor. Enjoy tender, juicy ribs from Southern Flames BBQ—your go-to spot for authentic Philly BBQ. Order now and experience true Southern-style barbecue!

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The Best Fusion Tacos in Los Angeles

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The Best Fusion Tacos in Los Angeles

Los Angeles has more than its fair share of authentic Mexican tacos, but it’s also have the richest selection of fusion tacos with flavors from around the world. Whether you like your tortilla made with flour or corn and stuffed with Korean bulgogi, North African pozole tagine or Mediterranean kebabs with tzatziki, you’ll find amazing taste sensations to discover.

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Mondo Taco

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Mondo Taco translates as Taco World, and they aim to provide as many world flavors as possible wrapped in their handmade corn tortillas. (For the gluten-intolerant out there, note that they use a little flour in their regular corn tortillas, but they have gluten free and paleo options available on request.). Offerings range from El Greco, with lamb, tzatziki and diced tomato and the Amore with grilled chicken breast, bruschetta and pesto sauce to Tokyo Shrimp, Bayou Fish, Taj Majal coconut shrimp, Thailicious chicken with chipotle peanut sauce or the Yo Adrian ribeye with provolone. All variations are also available in a wrap or a bowl. Sides include cabbage, horseradish slaw, and hot or cold quinoa in addition to the more traditional chips and salsa and guacamole. As a bonus, they have a nice patio and serve beer, wine, and margaritas.

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Kogi Korean Tacos

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Roy Choi’s original Korean-Mexican Kogi BBQ truck is still an LA favorite with four trucks on the road, but his signature specialties are now also available at the Alibi Room near Culver City and the Kogi Taqueria in Palms. Tacos have corn tortillas, slaw, cilantro, onions, salsa roja and a choice of short rib, bbq chicken, spicy pork or tofu. Korean-themed mulitas, quesadillas and burritos are also on the menu as well as a selection of bowls and sliders.

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Komodo

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The Komodo franchise was created by Indonesian-born, East LA-raised, Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Erwin Tjahyadi. The Asian-Mexican fusion street food with a little French technique thrown in started in a truck, but is now available at two brick and mortar locations in Pico-Roberson and Venice. The truck is only brought out for catering events these days. The four taco Killer Combo gives you a chance to try four different fusion tacos from Singaporean-style shrimp or Indonesian-style pork rendang braised in coconut milk to Hawaiian seared Angus ground beef patty with pineapple teriyaki sauce, white rice and sunny-side up egg; Deep fried fish and grapes; or chicken with marinated oranges, among others. Salads and dinner plates are also available.

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Revolutionario

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When you read this, North-African-influenced Revolutionario may or may not have a physical location, since their original Exposition Park location was sold out from under them, but if they don’t currently have a fixed location, keep a look out for the Revolutionario on Wheels food truck. Corn tortillas can be topped with duck hash; pozole tagine with lamb, beef, chicken, hominy and vegetables; smoked lamb; black-eyed pea falafel and more. Burritos, quesadillas and bowls are also available. Follow @ChefZadi on twitter to keep up with what’s going on.

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Kaya Street Kitchen

Kaya Street Kitchen is frequently referred to as a Southeast Asian inspired Chipotle because you choose your platform of non-GMO flour roti taco, whole wheat burrito, rice or noodle bowl, or salad, then choose your protein, then your veggie toppings and sauces. Proteins include grilled chicken satay, shrimp and pork meatballs, coconut lemongrass beef, or tofu.

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TLT Food

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TLT Tacos – named in honor of its predecessor, The Lime Truck – calls itself “New American cuisine without boundaries”. Taco flavors include sweet & spicy steak with Asian slaw; beef short ribs with horseradish crema; pork belly with mojo sauce; and grilled ahi tuna with honey-chipotle sauce. Other specialties include the ahi poke bowl or chimi noodle bowl; a short rib grilled cheese on sourdough; and a quesadilla with pork belly, sweet potato or short rib, in addition to more traditional options. They also serve craft beer, keg and specialty bottled wine.

TLT Food has additional locations in Pasadena and in Orange County in Irvine and Newport Beach.

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Cha Cha Chili Asian/Korean

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Another contender on the Korean-Mexican stage is Cha Cha Chili, which is basically a burger and taco stand with outdoor seating located next to a car wash in an industrial area in El Sereno. You’re not likely to stumble upon it by accident unless you live in the area, however, fans make the pilgrimage for the seriously good Korean-Mexican specialties. In addition to their Kimchee quesadilla, bulgogi beef, kalbi short rib and spicy pork tacos, burritos, chimichangas and Hawaiian bread sliders, there are chicken, battered fish and tofu options and Korean or Chorizo Angus burgers. There’s even a Korean Philly Cheese Steak.

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Mandoline Grill Food Truck

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Mandoline Grill is a Vietnamese food truck that includes Vietamese fusion tacos in corn tortillas with your choice of meat topped with fresh cucumber slices, pickled carrot and daikon, cilantro, and sriracha aioli. They also serve bun (rice vermicelli noodles), bahn mi (baguette sandwiches) and Vietnamese nachos topped with meat, jalapeno, mint, cilantro, scallion oil and sriracha oil. Their schedule is listed on their website about a week at a time.

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The KooKoo Grill

The KooKoo Grill in Bellflower, south of LA, is a Japanese-Mexican fusion. They only offer two meats in their tacos, chicken or beef, both topped with cucumbers, onions, teriyaki sauce, sesame seeds and hot sauce, with avocados available as an add on. You can also get the same combo wrapped as a burrito or as a bowl or plate. The California burrito is teriyaki beef, french fries, 1000 island, pico, guacamole, lettuce, and hot sauce. The full menu includes salads, noodles, fried fish and shrimp, and the house special Kookoo Ball, a deep-fried fried rice ball resembling Italian arancini.

The original owners sold the Bellflower location and opened another KooKoo Grill in Anaheim. They both get stellar reviews.

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White Boy Tacos

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White Boy Tacos is one guy with a cart who can be found at his regular spot in front of 740 South Broadway most nights from 9 or 10 pm to 3 am. The guy is Ben, who puts his unique spin on tacos like whiskey marinated steak with hash browns; BBQ pork with bacon and coleslaw; Albariño and Dijon marinated tilapia; sake marinated chicken breast with scrambled eggs, pepper and onions; and orange juice marinated tofu and grilled banana.

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HomeState

HomeState is on this list, rather than my Best Authentic Tacos list because they’re hipster Austin-style Tex-Mex, rather than pure Mexican. They’re especially known for their breakfast tacos on fresh tortillas, including non-traditional options like the Blanco with organic egg whites, mushrooms and jack cheese. Other options include Austin-style chips and queso, Texas toast, Frito Pie in a Bag, or Kale Cabbage Salad. They also serve Cuvée Coffee imported from Austin, Mexican Coke and Hibiscus Limeade. Expect challenging parking and long lines especially for weekend breakfast/brunch.

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Trois Familia

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Under a rainbow sign in a Sunset Blvd strip mall in Silver Lake, you’ll find the French-Mexican concept from celebrity chef Ludo Lefebvre, Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo. Open for breakfast and lunch, the only actual tacos on the menu are the double decker potato tacos with lime, crème fraiche, carrot pico and jack cheese. The menu is not completely meat-free, but  concoctions like the beet tartare tostada and carrot mole enchiladas find favor with vegetarians. Compared to other fusion tacos on this list, servings are quite small for the price. 18% service charge is added to all bills. No additional tipping is necessary.

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Kabob Express Fusion Truck – Mediterranean

The Kabob Express Fusion Truck offers traditional Mediterranean food in a pita, or you can choose from the Mexi-terranean Tacos, including a choice of chicken kabobs, shawarma, gyro slices or falafel in soft corn tortillas with hummus, pico de gallo, lemon juice and salsa, served with a side of dill cucumber salad and tzaziki sauce. Also available as a burrito. They don’t seem to have a website, but can often be found in Santa Monica at lunchtime on Food Truck Row at 31st and Ocean Park.

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Falasophy

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Falasophy doesn’t just fuse Lebanese with Mexican in their Spicy Modern Tacos with falafel, avocado, pickled red cabbage, cilantro garlic-crema, house-pickled jalapeños in a flour tortilla. They also serve Banh Mi inspired Pita with pickled daikon and carrots, fresh cilantro, jalapeños garlic sauce or tahini with chicken shawarma or falafel. The rest of the menu is pretty traditional Lebanese.