#kono taco?

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Yasuda Rei - Home Therapy - Lyrics

song (spotify) Japanese/Romaji/English lyrics under the cut

とりとめのない話 部屋に溢れる光 I wanna dance in my room このまま朝まで話して

OK OK ちょっとTIME 聴いて聴いて この話題 明るいだけじゃない人生 Alright

つもる話 もう限界 語らいましょう About Damn Time ホームパーティやるしかないわ

はい集合！ 持ち寄る350ml つまみになるトーク お好きなようにやろうよマイホーム

はい集合！ オラクルはマスト 濃淡あるトーク お好きなようにやろうよマイフレンド

とりとめのない話 部屋に溢れる光 I wanna dance in my room このまま朝まで話して 気を遣うのは無し 部屋に溢れる光 明日を踊り出すセラピー I wanna dance in my room in my room in our groove

家 家 家呑み in my room in our groove

OK OK ちょっとTIME 125じゃやや速い 爆踊りばかりじゃない人生 そうじゃない？

換気不足でうんざり 装備固めて重たい ひとつひとつ剥がして 素顔で話したいなぁ

何作る？ぺぺ！アボカド入りのタコス！ 何飲む？ビール！日本酒あります？ トーク バイブス 話す 深く 話す 深く 深く 深く

Deep down down down 着込んだ強がりの下には 今日もヒビが入ったままの私

Go deep down down down 包み込まれる優しい声 明日を生きるためのエナジー

とりとめのない話 部屋に溢れる光 I wanna dance in my room このまま朝まで話して 気を遣うのは無し 部屋に溢れる光 明日を踊り出すセラピー I wanna dance in my room in my room in our groove

家 家 家呑み in my room in our groove

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Toritome no nai hanashi heya ni afureru hikari I wanna dance in my room kono mama asu made hanashite

 OK OK chotto TIME kiite kiite kono wadai akarui dake ja nai jinsei alright

 Tsumoru hanashi mou genkai kataraimashou About Damn Time hoomu paati yaru shika nai wa

 Hai shuugou! mochi yoru three-five-oh tsumami ni naru tooku osuki na you ni yarou yo mai hoomu

Hai shuugou! orakuru wa masuto noutan aru tooku osuki na you ni yarou yo mai furendo

Toritome no nai hanashi heya ni afureru hikari I wanna dance in my room kono mama asu made hanashite ki o tsukau no wa nashi heya ni afureru hikari asu o odori dasu serapii I wanna dance in my room in my room in our groove

Ie ie ie nomi in my room in our groove

 OK OK chotto TIME hyaku ni-juu go ja yaya hayai baku odori bakari ja nai jinsei sou ja nai?

Kanki busoku de unzari soubi katamete omotai hitotsu hitotsu hagashite sugao de hanashitai naa

Nani tsukuru? Pepe! Abokado iri no takosu! nani nomu? Biiru! Nihonshuu arimasu? tooku baibisu hanasu fukaku, hanasu fukaku fukaku, fukaku

Deep down down down kikonda tsuyogari no shita ni wa kyou mo hibi ga haitta mama no watashi

 Go deep down down down tsutsumi komareru yasashii koe asu o ikiru tame no enajii

 Toritome no nai hanashi heya ni afureru hikari I wanna dance in my room kono mama asu made hanashite ki o tsukau no wa nashi heya ni afureru hikari asu o odori dasu serapii I wanna dance in my room in my room in our groove

Ie ie ie nomi in my room in our groove

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Talking about nothing, the room is filled with light I wanna dance in my room Let’s keep talking like this ‘til morning

Ok ok, give me a moment of your time Listen to this story of mine My life isn’t all smiles, alright

I can’t keep all this info to myself anymore Let’s chat about it About Damn Time Guess it’s time to throw a house party

Come on over! Bring with you a 350ml and some gossip to have with it Let’s do whatever we want, it’s my home

Come on over! Tarot cards are a must-have Topics with some depth Let’s do whatever we want, my friend

Talking about nothing, the room is filled with light I wanna dance in my room Let’s keep talking like this ‘til morning Nothing to worry about, the room is filled with light I’ll keep dancing tomorrow with this therapy I wanna dance in my room in my room in our groove

House, house, house party in my room in our groove

Ok ok, give me a moment of your time 125 is a little too fast * Life isn’t all about breaking out into dance, isn’t that right?

I’m done with this stuffiness I’m weighed down with so many things I want to take it all off layer by layer and just talk honestly

What’re you making? Peppers! Tacos with avocado! What’re you drinking? Beer! Have any saké? Chatting, good vibes Deep talks, deep talks, deep… deep…

Deep down down down Underneath the layer of fake courage is my true self that’s still full of imperfections

Go deep down down down That kind voice envelops me, giving me the energy to live for tomorrow

Talking about nothing, the room is filled with light I wanna dance in my room Let’s keep talking like this ‘til morning Nothing to worry about, the room is filled with light I’ll keep dancing tomorrow with this therapy I wanna dance in my room in my room in our groove

House, house, house party in my room in our groove

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*I’m honestly not sure what 125 is supposed to mean, but maybe it’s referring to CCs on a motorcycle?

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We have a lot coming out today, strange isn’t it? Well for the first one we have our REVIEW for Kyuranger episode 40, the one where everyone except @toagami thought it would be a pretty stupid waste of time filler episode. Well it was pretty stupid, I’m gonna take my points where I can get’em, and arguably it was a waste of time if you’re thinking about this whole situation in terms of economic production, but hey, it wasn’t filler. Anyways, if you came here for some top-notch analysis of a gag episode, there might be some in this video, but for the most part, come join us as we laugh about probably one of the best episodes of the series. Also, we highly recommend the watch-along for this episode, so be sure to check that out as well!

[smackdownhotel]

Having fun at the Burlington food truck festival!

[supergenial]

[Translation and Lyrics]  白き楽園のリリカ by Ariabl’eyeS

A powerful Luna track to close the album, definitely the most beautiful song in the album, and she even wrote it herself. Anyway, the demon’s pretty bummed out about the loss of everything he ever had, and of course I do feel somewhat sympathetic because man, the music, but he did kill thousands so he kinda had it coming. What else can I say really, it’s a sad track with Luna on the vocals, that’s the best combination since pizza hut and taco bell. Overall I’d give this album a solid 7. It’s a neat listen, not really mind blowing but it conveys just the right feels for me. Anyway, lyrics down below and see you all next time.

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白き楽園のリリカ

(shiroki rakuen no ririka, lyric of the white paradise)

Composer：リぜ Lyricist, Vocals：Luna

madoromi no naka mezameta sekai shiroi keshiki ni tatazumu yasashii yume ni nakkareta mama soyogu komoriuta

Waking up from that dream in another world, standing in a white space I still miss that sweet dream but I fight against my drowsiness

kaeranu hibi wa torawareta mama sugita toshitsuki wo omou kuyami to urei namida shitatame kizuku suna no shiro

I'm back to that routine of hiding away, I wonder how many years it's been now Feeling nothing but grief and regret, I feel the tears streaming down again as I stand on my sand castle

hontou no boku wo douka kimi ni mitsukete hoshii karisome na sugata wa kiete... yoku ni oboreta kagerou kimi mo waga mi mo yaite itsumademo mawari tsutsuketeiru tsumi no hari

What I wished was to be my true self again and to see you again but both those figures are sights I'll never see again... both you and my body were forever burned by the fire of my own desire the needles set off by my sin will never stop repeatedly piercing me

kono koe ga todoku no nara mou ichido kimi wo tada tsuyoku daite karehateta yume mo uso mo mou iranai futari nara tozasareteita tobira wo ake tomo ni ayumi mou mirai he

let my voice reach you once again, let me hold you in my arms one more time I don't need any more dreams or lies, I have no need for them as long as we're together I want us to open that locked door and walk together towards a brand new future

nakushitamono wo atsumete aruku kodomo no koro no hanashi ni [anata to naraba yarinaoseru] to kimi ga sasayaita

I want to walk once again with what I've lost, like a fairy tale from my youth "I want to start over with you" is what I'd whisper to you

kurai kako wo nomikonde warau kimi no sugata ga boku wo nanimono ni mo kaeru tooi chi no hate wo mezashi kono basho kara hajimeyou shokuzai no monogatari wo tsumugu yume no ito

my bleak past has fully swallowed your cheerful figure there's nothing I can change I walked to the end of the earth, starting from this very point weaving a tale of atonement with the thread of my dreams

fretakute kogarete mou hanasanai kimi dake ga yuiitsu no hikari ushinatte kitsuku mono no hodo ookikute fusagenai yakusoku sae mamorenakute awaseru kao ga nai ne

With this yearning I'm sure if I held you I'd never let go of you, you're my one and only light having lost all that motivated me, I have nothing to offer I couldn't keep my promise to protect you, so I couldn't even face you if I could

furetakute kogarete mou hanasanai kimi dake ga yuiitsu no hikari ugokanai sono kuchibiru ni kuchitsukete

With this yearning I'm sure if I held you I'd never let go of you, you're my one and only light I just want to kiss those unmoving lips

kono koe ga todoku no nara mou ichido kimi wo tada tsuyoku daite karehateta yume mo uso mo mou iranai futari nara tozasareteita tobira wo ake tomo ni ayu mou kanata he

let my voice reach you once again, let me hold you in my arms one more time I don't need any more dreams or lies, I have no need for them as long as we're together I want us to open that locked door and walk together towards a brand new future

Probably the last one I’ll be doing for a while, since I’ve run out of scans or online lyrics for their albums. I like looking at the kanji because of cases like this album. In the previous track when they say shinigami (reaper) out loud, it’s written down as kokuou (king) and waga otouto (my little brother). Likewise aisuru shoujo is written down as boukoku no hime (princess of a ruined nation). What I’m getting at is: without those kanji, a whole lot of meaning is lost. Anyway, see you all next time!

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Today was all about a warm day, good friends, and some “Only In Oakland” food places. Located fairly close to each other, these spots -- plus the company of good friends -- made for one fine afternoon. KONO Alley has a little something for everyone. Today we did one of each taco from Tacos Y Chelas. Today the Birria was my #BestBite. Be sure to stop in at Xingones! Their Chicken and Waffles are crazy-good! Not that we needed an excuse to continue eating outside, we hopped up to 25th avenue and the Hot Chicken Sandwich from The World Famous Hotboys pop-up. And they were not kidding. The pop-up is currently at 25th avenue between Telegraph and Broadway before they move into their brick and mortar at 1601 San Pablo Ave. I have been trying to The Crown coffee shop for weeks now. Somehow I keep missing their hours -- they’re usually closed on Saturdays and Sundays. However it was a Tuesday and we were literally right in the neighborhood. Our barista was super knowledgeable. He helped us match up the varietal of coffee with the kind of espresso drinks we wanted. He even hooked us up with a good decaf recommendation! Crazy, right? And I was stoked because they will soon be introducing Saturday hours. Maybe I’ll see you there for a Saturday morning latte? 2523 Broadway near 25th. #SWSEats #EatLocal #Kono #OaklandEats @commongrounds.oak @tacosychelas.oak @xingonesoakland @worldfamoushotboys @thecrownoak (at Oakland, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2QVaXUh-Ck/?igshid=ooqu3uiwhtmi

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05/09 Niigata LOTS

SE 詩踏み 咀嚼

蜷局 腐海 理由

New song (zankoku ?) New song (omae) 輪郭 THE BLOSSOMING BEELZEBUB

Ranunculus 人間を被る Punk song (GO MAD) Ash Revelation of mankind

EN 鼓動 The inferno THE IIID EMPIRE Beautiful Dirt 羅刹国

Same as yesterday, I wrote this last night before passing out after eating 3 fish taco’s and 3 glasses of red wine so this may have effected my memory a bit but I hope it is somewhat readable :)

Today was absolute FIRE. The setlist yesterday was better (my fave) but the guys were WAY more into it today, especially Kyo. I am so shit at outfits and I am really sorry. Today I only remember Kyo and Die's because I was closer to kamite in front of Shinya today. (it was so nice!!!) Die wore the outfit from the album promo photoshoot, Kaoru was definitely not wearing his (full) photoshoot outfit and I don't think? Toshiya was either but I can't remember anything else, I am sorry. Kyo's outfit was fantastic, he wore a white sleeveless blouse and his black skinny jeans with the ripped knees and over that his giant alice auaa...suspenders? It’s a big rectangular skirt that he can put his arms through as well, they are fucking awesome and he made WAY better use of them than he did when he wore them in Osaka *__* He wore his rosette badge again, on the front of the suspenders. And he wore his headgear from mode of DSS, with a black hair extension down the right side of his face and his white contacts. He was also wearing his new mac lipstick & gloss combo. I'm not sure if he had his grill in but I think he did? Damn it looked so good! I'm not usually a big fan of headgear on Kyo because I really prefer to be able to see his expressions more freely but even though this gear covers most of his face it actually enhanced his expressions. It just really....suits him? He wears it really well, I love it.

The whole front section of the set was very atmospheric. Niigata's response to Soshaku wasn't quite as lusty as Osaka's was, but ahh people were moving so much during Toguro and just feeling it SO MUCH. BLISS. Fukai was a stand out tonight, I caught Die's eye near the start of it and we looked at each other briefly, I smiled at him and he smiled back <3 he's so lovely. Die got my attention during Fukai today, I'm sorry Kaoru (ILU). The Fukai mosh was also Bliss. Kyo got us to sing a LOT, he called on us in the first chorus and other parts of the song, he screamed for more and ripped his monitor out so he could hear us better and we GAVE IT TO HIM. ❤️ Riyuu got lots of movement as well today, and went down even better than yesterday. Then I think it was during this interlude that everyone was pretty quiet, and then Kaoru sidled up in front of shimote with that cocky swagger of his and there was this sudden ROAR for Kaoru from shimote which got everyone in the middle shouting for him as well 😂 Then Kyo came back to the front and tilted his head back in that demented snarl-grin he's doing lately and everyone roared at him. Then it was time for the new songs again and it was much the same as yesterday, I can't remember much because I was going crazy. >.< They are just too good.

Kyo made the fox 🤘 at the end of Rinkaku when he was calling the demon. Beelzebub was FANTASTIC today! The flatness of Kyo's mood yesterday had a big effect in Beelzebub, but today was completely different. He was a lot more intense. After he bundled up his cord-intestines and dropped them, he was looking down at them sullenly and kind of waved at them. He deeply growled 'kyou wa kono mama nemuri ni tsukitai' in this transfixing pose...it was fucking Amazing (it's really stuck in my memory) and again after 'ugoku kometsubu ni...' he was trying to stomp on some phantom creepy-crawlies again. He went to town on his mouth towards the end, he did not drool everywhere today but rather uh, deeply fingered his mouth and played with his tongue. He was brazenly eyeballing people up on his crate while doing this, he looked right at me and it was UNCOMFORTABLE.

The interlude between Beelzebub and Ranunculus was really...intense? Idk, legit, no one even moved, the place was so enchanted and thick with anticipation it was just...magic. Ranunculus was also more emotional today than it was yesterday, there was a fair bit of movement from the fans and Die was very passionate during the chorus. Then Ningen was up, oh man...Those moments of stillness as Ranunculus closes out and you are absolutely SODDEN with 5 million emotions and could literally just die and then those deep melancholy chords open up Ningen and Kyo steps forward and raises his hand and calls out and everyone calls back and you can FEEL THE INTAKE OF BREATH as the riff comes crashing in and then !!!!! AAAHHH!!!! IT IS BURNED INTO MY MEMORY!! I know a lot of people did not like Ningen but fuck it is so good live, it is SO emotional and the dynamics just COME ALIVE. I really like the sound of the studio ver but it is flawed, and in some ways hampers the song a bit.

The punk song came next and fans were GETTING DOWN, there was DANCING and so much jumping. God it was so much fun and I could see how satisfied Kyo and Toshiya were with the response. <3 Ash was MESSY. Kyo got us to sing excessively and spent a lot of time at the edge of the stage monitor-less which just makes everyone go crazy. The ending thrash was epic, someone behind me grabbed my shoulders and was going so hard they were shaking me (NO COMPLAINTS JUST GIVES ME MORE MOMENTUM). When the song ended they were kind enough to disentangle from my hair without pulling it 😂 Then Revelation oh my god. Revelation is a song I didn't enjoy at all right through 2015 but amazingly it has grown on me and I now enjoy it even though it is still too chaotic and dissonant and exhausting. It's so brutal as a set closer I kind of wish they would just open with it laskdjf. I best remember Kyo shrieking "NIIGATAAAAAA" and at some point someone getting their arm in my mouth asflkjs idk what happened but I definitely got like the sweat of 5 people in my mouth then. Gross. And lol at Kyo making us sing "michinaki michi o" like lkajnfl yes Kyo, stretch us to the very limits of your ridiculous vocal range. The ending thrash was, again, absolute filth and when I emerged all I could see was Kyo towering up there on his crate with this MALEVOLENT look on his face. He turned and left the stage and the other guys followed promptly.

The encore was BEYOND. Kaoru, Toshiya and Die all came out wearing the white goat tee with the sleeves cut, And Kyo changed into a plain black blouse and removed his headgear. I could see at the end he had red and black eye makeup on. Shinya was wearing the white tee with the patches all over it I think. Then Kodou just completely set everyone on fire. skjdnffa. Kyo pointed right at me during Kodou, what even. I clapped eyes with him and Die a few times tonight (it's just where I was) but he really took me by surprise ;_; at the first chorus of Kodou as he was walking around his crate to stand at the edge of the stage Kyo put a hand over his heart and lunged forward pointing right fuckin at me looking me in the god damn eyes as we sang 'KOE KOROSHITE ME O FUSAIDE' together. It was like being ATTACKED. Dazzling. Unbelievable. 😭 He stood right at the edge and ripped out his monitor and sang his heart out going mic-less here and there and looking at people HARD and screaming more more more. Kodou owns my entire soul.

I lost my damn mind again during The inferno, someone had grabbed hold of the back of my shirt and was using my back for support and fuckin growling and I was straight up just snarling and shaking my fist at Kyo every time I surfaced from thrashing. Kyo was having some trouble with his mic tonight (the sound was dropping out a fair bit) but during The inferno it completely died. He turned back to the sound guys gesturing at the dead mic then threw it down and turned back to the crowd and snarled at us without it, gesturing wildly and smacking himself and going down in a crouch and fans went NUTS. And a moment later one of the guys had restored his mic and after a tentative moment (he was shy of the mic for a moment as he tested to see if it was working....it was...Cute  lakjsnflgkadf) he was back in full force. All happened VERY quickly and by the end he looked WELL pleased.

My part of the crowd almost collapsed during IIID it was heaving and bouncing so much and the guys started going EVERYWHEREE. Idk if it was during IIID or Beautiful but Kaoru came over to stand right in front of us and the crazed snarls of "KAAAOOORRRUUUUU!!!!" and wordless howling actually made me LAUGH because he totally DEADPANNED us like "Ehh? Is that it??" Then he smirked and went further over to kamite. BITCH. (Eta, pretty sure it was Beautiful actually) Is2g i am lucky my shirt didn't get ripped during IIID because it was insane and Kyo kept shouting for more more more more until he got drowned out by the screaming. I got a bit of nausea/stomach pain briefly towards the end like whelp going a bit TOO hard rn. My throat and the right side of my ribcage/right shoulder blade feel bruised as hell idek what happened. Feels like I pulled the muscles.

Then straight into Beautiful Dirt which was just as fuckin relentless alkjsnf Kyo swooped over to shimote during the second verse and showered them with some attention because Kaoru was over in kamite quite a lot and Toshiya and Die had come to the centre. Even with Kyo right over on Kaoru's side everyone kept screaming "SAIKOU NO BARAADO O OKUROU" with no encouragement every time alskjnf. Had a great moment with Die, he was right in front of us at the very edge and he was looking at everyone with such affection. Such a warm expression and I couldn't help it I just went 'DIE DIE DIE DIE DIE DIE' and flailed at him and was surely smiling like a fool and everyone around me was calling out to him as well and his face just GLOWED lALKJSNFA he smiled at us again and bowed and flipped his hair the way he does and then moved away ;3; Kaoru and Toshiya joined forces at some point, Kaoru lounged on the edge of the crate briefly. I don't know what Kyo was doing after he came back from shimote, it was the roughest part of the song and I was thrashing. I totally get why Kyo gets us to sing "saikou...." every damn time because it's BEYOND EXHAUSTING. He LOVES making us struggle ksdjgnklf.

Kyo's MC at the end was a lot more enthusiastic tonight, he called twice to the men and women, shouted without the mic and did the usual riles and pounded on his chest. He got shirtless for Rasetsukoku tonight and...yeah, it was crazy. I'm struggling to remember anything it was just solid thrashing and roaring from all involved and giving my all took every ounce of energy I had I HAD NOTHING LEFT FOR OBSerVATION. I can't actually remember how it ended or what Kyo or any of the guys were doing until the post concert gift-giving. I did see Kyo's new tattoo very clearly tonight though, it looks good! Kyo stayed back, which was nice. He showered fans with a couple of bottles of water and wiped off all his makeup onto a towel and threw that in. He then got the bucket of water and DUMPED the whole thing onto one guy on the rail in front of him and tossed the bucket in too. He crouched down and slapped hands with the fans on the rail as well <3 I heard him sing out 'bye bye!!' as he straightened up again and i love the way his face scrunches up with emotion as everyone sings bye bye and waves back to him. He left with a couple of fox kisses. <3

Kaoru and Die threw a lot more picks today and I FELT Die's pick in my fingers but it escaped me 😭 A girl behind me just kept screaming thank you thank you thank you all of them. ;__; Shinya and Kaoru were fucking adorable, Shinya came to the front after he threw all his drumsticks with the uchiwa and fanned us! It was! Adorable! Then he threw the uchiwa to the Kyo pit. Kaoru was eyeing him as he strutted around and after Shinya left he took his own uchiwa and fanned shimote with it and BLEW ON THE FANS lksdhfnl he is such! a dork! I love him oh my god. As Die finished up his gift-giving he stood just in front of us and just looked at us, his eyes looked really glassy at the end? I was like, did you cry?? And man he looked tired, and really emotional. But he was just looking at us and clapping and smiling and we started a chant for him and he just looked so....overwhelmed and thankful oh my god. Sweetheart. 😭Kaoru was the last to leave again and he kept stopping and lingering to get that last little bit out of us....GAH. Then we all wobbled out.

To cap this experience as I was going to cloak I stood near a little girl while fumbling for my ticket, who saw me and turned to me, absolutely THRIVING, and said ‘KONNICHIWA’ with the most beautiful smile on her face and I was just like alksjnfliaj OVERCOME and said “konnichiwa sweetheart!!” to her and she like...squealed and just stared at me and her mum was laughing. Her mum said hello to me as well ;3; Fans with kids are the absolute best. The little girl wasn’t wearing a tour shirt but she was proudly sporting the hanged-man muffler towel and was just LOVING LIFE skldjfn. I love her ;___;

Niigata...thank you for these memories. I will always treasure these nights. ❤️

[laughtrout72-blog]

There’s a Tropical Beer Garden With a Sandbox in Fairmount Park Right Now

An indoor winter beer garden just popped up inside Fairmount Park’s Horticulture Center with eats from Philly-favorite food trucks, plus beer, wine, and cocktails. The pop-up, dubbed Getaway at the Greenhouse, is running now through Sunday, February 10. It’s free to get in, but tickets have to be reserved (and are going quick).

The food for sale includes ice cream from Weckerly’s, dumplings and egg rolls from Dump N Roll, burgers from Spot Burgers, and banh mi from QT Vietnamese Sandwich. Also in the lineup: Dre’s Water Ice, Mama’s Meatballs, Dos Hermanos Tacos, Island Shack, and Kono Pizza.

To drink, look for summery brews like Yard’s Pale Ale, Flying Fish Outside IPA, Dogfish Head Sea Quench Ale, and Narraganset Del’s Summer Shandy. The beer is going for $6. Wine and cocktails are $10 each.

The Horticulture Center, which has been around since 1979, is always kept at a balmy temperature to keep its greenery comfortable, making it a cozy escape from the February cold. The beer garden ups the appeal even further with a grassy picnic area with lawn games, a giant sandbox with lounge chairs and toys, and a vaguely Moroccan-themed seating area.

The Moroccan-themed lounge at Getaway at the Greenhouse

Sarah Maiellano

On February 10 and 11, look for free family-friendly activities, including screenings of Jungle Book and Jumanji, a cameo from Philadelphia Zoo animals, and live music.

The food and drinks are available Wednesday to Friday from 6 to 11 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. During the day, during the week only, you can bring your own picnic (and non-alcoholic drinks).

There’s an onsite parking lot, which is convenient since it’s in the middle of the massive park.

Check out the full schedule of events here.

The pop-up offers family-friendly activities

Sarah Maiellano

Getaway at the Greenhouse disappears after this weekend

Fairmount Park Conservancy

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Source: https://philly.eater.com/2019/2/4/18207295/horticulture-center-fairmount-park-winter-beer-garden-pop-up

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Food Truck Franchise: 10 of the Best

Hip food trucks started hitting the scene in the trendiest cities over a decade ago, breathing new life into the old concept of the sandwich cart. Fast forward to today and colorful trucks serving upscale cuisine are everywhere, even in the staidest suburbs and small towns.

Food trucks are a billion-dollar industry in the United States and have spawned their own reality TV shows. So it’s no surprise to see food truck franchises in the mix. If you are looking to get into a mobile restaurant of your own, buying a food truck franchise may be a way to get there with lower risk because you have the helping hand from a franchisor with a proven formula for success.

Best Food Truck Franchises

We have chosen 10 mobile food truck franchises from the industry to bring you the best list:

1. Kono Pizza

Riding the wave of the recent pizza cone trend is Kono Pizza. They franchise mobile units and kiosks, as well as brick and mortar restaurants. The menu is primarily pizza-based, with the popular pizza cone concept dominating with a variety of specialty fillings. Another selling point is that they don’t use frozen cheeses, low-quality proteins or cheap produce. The Kono Pizza mobile units include the fully equipped Food Truck which can move around a variety of locations. There is also the indoor or outdoor event Cart and the towable Concession Trailer.

The initial price for these franchises ranges between $14,900 and $149,000, with a launch fee ranging between $2,500 and $10,000.

2. Captain D’s Seafood

The Captain D’s Seafood restaurant has also branched out its franchise options into mobile food trucks. Captain D’s has more than 500 locations around the United States with close to half of them owned by franchisees. They are especially popular in south-eastern states but are expanding nationally. Captain D’s is the pre-eminent seafood franchise in America and continues to make gains into the fast-casual food market.

The initial franchise fee is $25,000, with a total investment somewhere in the range of $781,000 to $1,013,000.

3. ZooHoo’s Eatery

The ZooHoo’s Eatery mobile fast-casual food service trailer serves a wide variety of good quality meat and fish-based foods. These include natural chicken and turkey burgers as well as hand-patted grass-fed beef burgers, fresh wraps and fish sandwiches. They also offer hand-cut French fries, conch fritters, salads and grilled vegetables. They have a range of soft-served ice cream too for a complete dining experience.

The liquid capital required to open a ZooHoo food truck franchise is $50,000. The total investment will be between $69,000 and $140,000.

4. Johnny Rockets

Another food service business opportunity with a variety of food offerings is Johnny Rockets. They are an international restaurant chain with branches in over 30 countries. They focus on good old fashioned American favorites such as juicy beef burgers, classic sandwiches and crispy fries. Johnny Rockets also offers tasty hand-dipped shakes and malts for a real Americana experience.

The initial franchise fee is $49,000 with the required liquid capital being $200,000. The total investment will be between $650,500 and $1,098,500.

5. Gandolfo’s Deli

Gandolfo’s Deli started as a stationery restaurant business in New York but now also offers interesting food truck franchising opportunities. They serve a delicious range of deli meat sandwiches served with rye or freshly baked hero rolls. One popular example is their Rockefeller Reuben rye sandwich with a choice of corned beef, pastrami or turkey. It is served with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, spicy mustard or Russian dressing.

The initial investment for a Gandolfo’s New York Delicatessen food truck franchise costs $25,000. The average total initial investment is between $302,450 and $558,950.

6. Cafe2U

The coffee industry keeps getting bigger and that is reflected in the global success of the Cafe2U mobile coffee franchise. Cafe2U became the first mobile coffee franchise in the USA in 2011 and has been successful all over the world. It is widely considered to be the best food truck franchise focused on coffee. Each franchisee receives a fully equipped Ford Transit Connect Commercial Van compliant with all required food safety and government regulations.

The van is fitted with an on-demand commercial coffee grinder and a commercial 2-group espresso coffee machine to deliver quality with every cup.

You will need an initial investment somewhere between $109,146 and $154,621, plus the initial franchise fee of $25,000. The net worth requirement is $100,000, and the ongoing royalty fee is $175 per week.

7. Toppers Pizza

Also starting out in the States in 2011 was the mobile franchise of the Toppers Pizza pizzeria chain. The restaurant was founded in 1991 and started franchising in 1997. Since then they have consistently been ranked as one of the best franchises and pizzeria chains in the USA. Originally targeted at the late-night bar scene and college students, the customer demographic has diversified in recent years.

The initial franchise fee ranges between $10,000 to $30,000, while the total investment will fall between $292,416 and $530,652.

8. Cousins Maine Lobster

The Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck was founded in 2012 by two cousins. They started with just one truck, but the unexpected high popularity of their food led them to franchise their business. They serve fresh lobster that can be enjoyed on the go. Their menu includes tacos, rolls, quesadillas and tots, all filled with fresh and flavorsome Maine lobster. Franchisees also have the option to offer a catering service.

The initial investment for this mobile food franchise ranges between $210,900 and $342,900.

9. The Grilled Cheese Truck

Another one of the new franchise opportunities is the Grilled Cheese Truck, which specializes in serving hungry customers at all sorts of events. The idea came to the founders after one of them competed in the Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational. He saw many different kinds of food truck and franchises doing great business. He then thought his grilled cheese expertise might do some great business too, he was right!

The initial franchise fee for this business is $15,000 and the total investment will range between $63,700 and $768,750. The royalty is set at 8%.

10. Gigi’s Cupcakes

For a boutique-style business with a specialty offering, consider a Gigi’s Cupcakes food truck franchise. They are a mobile bakery specializing in a variety of interesting and always delicious cupcakes. Part of their appeal to customers is the ever-changing menu, with new flavors and ingredient combinations to try every day. Large catering orders for special events are also possible with this franchise. However, each franchisee must undertake 120 hours of training before starting.

The initial franchise fee is set at $35,000, with a total investment between $237,200 and $427,500. Gigi’s Cupcakes also provide ongoing assistance to their franchisees.

Food Truck Franchise FAQs

Here are frequently asked questions about mobile food kitchens.

How Much Do Food Trucks Make a Year?

The average revenue generated per food truck in the USA is about $290,556. Total annual industry revenue is well over a billion dollars, increasing at a rate of 12.4% over the last five years.

How Can I Get Into the Food Truck Business?

You have two main options to get into food cart franchises. First, you can open your own new business from scratch. Read: How to Start a Food Truck Business.

The second option is to buy a franchise and there are many franchise opportunities. With franchises, you get a brand concept without having to think one up yourself. You also get recipes, marketing support, and systems that can make your business a success — with less trial and error.

Why Do Food Trucks Fail?

Food trucks can fail for the same reasons other restaurants fail, including poor sales, unprofitability and health department issues.

There’s another reason: running a mobile restaurant is hard work. Sauca was once a high-flying mobile food enterprise, but then the business shut down. The owner said it was a lifestyle decision, citing his desire to no longer work 7 days a week, 14 hours a day. He had a fleet of vehicles and brick and mortar restaurants –a single food truck will not be as demanding. However, owner-operators must be on their feet and the hours are something to consider.

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Food Truck Franchise: 10 of the Best

Hip food trucks started hitting the scene in the trendiest cities over a decade ago, breathing new life into the old concept of the sandwich cart. Fast forward to today and colorful trucks serving upscale cuisine are everywhere, even in the staidest suburbs and small towns.

Food trucks are a billion-dollar industry in the United States and have spawned their own reality TV shows. So it’s no surprise to see food truck franchises in the mix. If you are looking to get into a mobile restaurant of your own, buying a food truck franchise may be a way to get there with lower risk because you have the helping hand from a franchisor with a proven formula for success.

Best Food Truck Franchises

We have chosen 10 mobile food truck franchises from the industry to bring you the best list:

1. Kono Pizza

Riding the wave of the recent pizza cone trend is Kono Pizza. They franchise mobile units and kiosks, as well as brick and mortar restaurants. The menu is primarily pizza-based, with the popular pizza cone concept dominating with a variety of specialty fillings. Another selling point is that they don’t use frozen cheeses, low-quality proteins or cheap produce. The Kono Pizza mobile units include the fully equipped Food Truck which can move around a variety of locations. There is also the indoor or outdoor event Cart and the towable Concession Trailer.

The initial price for these franchises ranges between $14,900 and $149,000, with a launch fee ranging between $2,500 and $10,000.

2. Captain D’s Seafood

The Captain D’s Seafood restaurant has also branched out its franchise options into mobile food trucks. Captain D’s has more than 500 locations around the United States with close to half of them owned by franchisees. They are especially popular in south-eastern states but are expanding nationally. Captain D’s is the pre-eminent seafood franchise in America and continues to make gains into the fast-casual food market.

The initial franchise fee is $25,000, with a total investment somewhere in the range of $781,000 to $1,013,000.

3. ZooHoo’s Eatery

The ZooHoo’s Eatery mobile fast-casual food service trailer serves a wide variety of good quality meat and fish-based foods. These include natural chicken and turkey burgers as well as hand-patted grass-fed beef burgers, fresh wraps and fish sandwiches. They also offer hand-cut French fries, conch fritters, salads and grilled vegetables. They have a range of soft-served ice cream too for a complete dining experience.

The liquid capital required to open a ZooHoo food truck franchise is $50,000. The total investment will be between $69,000 and $140,000.

4. Johnny Rockets

Another food service business opportunity with a variety of food offerings is Johnny Rockets. They are an international restaurant chain with branches in over 30 countries. They focus on good old fashioned American favorites such as juicy beef burgers, classic sandwiches and crispy fries. Johnny Rockets also offers tasty hand-dipped shakes and malts for a real Americana experience.

The initial franchise fee is $49,000 with the required liquid capital being $200,000. The total investment will be between $650,500 and $1,098,500.

5. Gandolfo’s Deli

Gandolfo’s Deli started as a stationery restaurant business in New York but now also offers interesting food truck franchising opportunities. They serve a delicious range of deli meat sandwiches served with rye or freshly baked hero rolls. One popular example is their Rockefeller Reuben rye sandwich with a choice of corned beef, pastrami or turkey. It is served with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, spicy mustard or Russian dressing.

The initial investment for a Gandolfo’s New York Delicatessen food truck franchise costs $25,000. The average total initial investment is between $302,450 and $558,950.

6. Cafe2U

The coffee industry keeps getting bigger and that is reflected in the global success of the Cafe2U mobile coffee franchise. Cafe2U became the first mobile coffee franchise in the USA in 2011 and has been successful all over the world. It is widely considered to be the best food truck franchise focused on coffee. Each franchisee receives a fully equipped Ford Transit Connect Commercial Van compliant with all required food safety and government regulations.

The van is fitted with an on-demand commercial coffee grinder and a commercial 2-group espresso coffee machine to deliver quality with every cup.

You will need an initial investment somewhere between $109,146 and $154,621, plus the initial franchise fee of $25,000. The net worth requirement is $100,000, and the ongoing royalty fee is $175 per week.

7. Toppers Pizza

Also starting out in the States in 2011 was the mobile franchise of the Toppers Pizza pizzeria chain. The restaurant was founded in 1991 and started franchising in 1997. Since then they have consistently been ranked as one of the best franchises and pizzeria chains in the USA. Originally targeted at the late-night bar scene and college students, the customer demographic has diversified in recent years.

The initial franchise fee ranges between $10,000 to $30,000, while the total investment will fall between $292,416 and $530,652.

8. Cousins Maine Lobster

The Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck was founded in 2012 by two cousins. They started with just one truck, but the unexpected high popularity of their food led them to franchise their business. They serve fresh lobster that can be enjoyed on the go. Their menu includes tacos, rolls, quesadillas and tots, all filled with fresh and flavorsome Maine lobster. Franchisees also have the option to offer a catering service.

The initial investment for this mobile food franchise ranges between $210,900 and $342,900.

9. The Grilled Cheese Truck

Another one of the new franchise opportunities is the Grilled Cheese Truck, which specializes in serving hungry customers at all sorts of events. The idea came to the founders after one of them competed in the Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational. He saw many different kinds of food truck and franchises doing great business. He then thought his grilled cheese expertise might do some great business too, he was right!

The initial franchise fee for this business is $15,000 and the total investment will range between $63,700 and $768,750. The royalty is set at 8%.

10. Gigi’s Cupcakes

For a boutique-style business with a specialty offering, consider a Gigi’s Cupcakes food truck franchise. They are a mobile bakery specializing in a variety of interesting and always delicious cupcakes. Part of their appeal to customers is the ever-changing menu, with new flavors and ingredient combinations to try every day. Large catering orders for special events are also possible with this franchise. However, each franchisee must undertake 120 hours of training before starting.

The initial franchise fee is set at $35,000, with a total investment between $237,200 and $427,500. Gigi’s Cupcakes also provide ongoing assistance to their franchisees.

Food Truck Franchise FAQs

Here are frequently asked questions about mobile food kitchens.

How Much Do Food Trucks Make a Year?

The average revenue generated per food truck in the USA is about $290,556. Total annual industry revenue is well over a billion dollars, increasing at a rate of 12.4% over the last five years.

How Can I Get Into the Food Truck Business?

You have two main options to get into food cart franchises. First, you can open your own new business from scratch. Read: How to Start a Food Truck Business.

The second option is to buy a franchise and there are many franchise opportunities. With franchises, you get a brand concept without having to think one up yourself. You also get recipes, marketing support, and systems that can make your business a success — with less trial and error.

Why Do Food Trucks Fail?

Food trucks can fail for the same reasons other restaurants fail, including poor sales, unprofitability and health department issues.

There’s another reason: running a mobile restaurant is hard work. Sauca was once a high-flying mobile food enterprise, but then the business shut down. The owner said it was a lifestyle decision, citing his desire to no longer work 7 days a week, 14 hours a day. He had a fleet of vehicles and brick and mortar restaurants –a single food truck will not be as demanding. However, owner-operators must be on their feet and the hours are something to consider.

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Darn...by the preview from last week, you’d assume it was some sort of garbage filler episode. Oddly enough it wasn’t, and even more strange was that this was probably one of the best episodes in the series. Kyuranger has had some episodes that are comedic gold (even some characters...actuallly one...it’s Balance...ha) and this definitely is one of them. So come enjoy this episode with us, and if I learned anything from the Big Bang Theory, hearing people laugh makes an episode even funnier than it should be. So do the watch along, might be one of the few times its helping you out. Not sure what a watch along is? Well you press play on your episode of Kyuranger at the same time we do in the video and boom, you’re having fun. Also make sure to catch us tomorrow for the full review of Kyuranger episode 40!

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On the ground at Mooneyes: BMW unveils a 1800 cc custom

We’re in constant awe of the Japanese custom motorcycle scene. Our compadres in the Land of the Rising Sun have an approach to customization that’s as unique as their culture—hallmarked by unrivalled levels of creativity and craftsmanship. But thanks to geographic and linguistic limitations, it’s a world we mostly admire from afar.

The Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show is the best of Japan’s custom moto (and hot rod) scene, distilled down to a potent one-day hit. And last Sunday, I was there to take it all in.

Also known simply as the Mooneyes show—after the company that’s been organizing it for 27 years—it’s a must-attend event. Roughly 300 motorcycles, and twice as many cars, cram into the Pacifico Yokohama convention center. And an estimated 15,000 spectators pour through the doors.

It attracts the biggest names too, both domestically, and from across the water. Kengo Kimura of Heiwa showed off his BMW R75/6. Kaichiroh Kurosu of Cherry’s Company brought along a chopper that floored me. And Shiro Nakajima of 46Works revealed two knockout builds that we’ll showcase soon.

Winston Yeh of Rough Crafts (above) popped over from Taiwan. Go Takamine of Brat Style, Shinya Kimura (below left) and Roland Sands (below right) all made the trip from California.

Countless bikes from smaller builders were strewn between the big names, making it impossible to take every detail in. And there was a lot of detail: from exquisite paint jobs and pin striping to intricate engraving and next level engineering.

I even strolled past a monstrosity that’s powered by two (yes, two) Shovelhead motors; the work of Hot Chop Speed Shop.

But I was there for one bike in particular: a ground-up custom from Custom Works Zon, dubbed ‘Departed.’ BMW Motorrad commissioned the project, so they flew a select group of journalists out to see it in person, soak up the show and experience Tokyo for a weekend.

The bike’s powered by a prototype engine, that BMW tell us may or may not make it into a future model. It’s a boxer—but it’s far heftier than any boxer currently in the Bavarian marque’s lineup.

The biggest clue’s in the name; BMW are calling it the ‘R18,’ so we’re guessing a whopping capacity of 1,800 cc. The pushrods hark back to classic boxers, and it’s very clearly not liquid cooled. (We hung with friendly BMW staffers Antonia Cecchetti and Matthias Runde, who both did an expert job of shutting down any further discussion.)

Zon’s Yuichi Yoshizawa and Yoshikazu Ueda were given only the motor to work with, but even that wasn’t left alone. The ‘breast plate,’ valve head covers and air box are all custom, and the guys added in a pair of Dell’Orto carbs on one-off intakes.

The rest of the bike is almost completely hand made. Zon built a steel trellis frame, then capped it off with hand-shaped sheet metal bodywork. The BMW rolls on custom alloy wheels, measuring 21” up front and 26” out back. It’s held up by girder fork up front, and a custom-built swing arm with a mono-shock out back.

I quizzed Yoshizawa-san about his inspiration, and he cited land speed racers as a reference. He also walked me around to the back of the bike, and pointed out how the entire machine is sleek and streamlined, to emphasize the sheer mass of the motor.

In typical Zon fashion, the craftsmanship is outstanding, and the build is littered with stunning details. There’s the inventive gas cap, the subtle striping and gold work, the gorgeous hint of leather on the barely-there seat, and the tasteful Zon/BMW mash-up logo up top. (We learned this weekend that ‘Zon’ means ‘sun’).

Custom Works Zon took home the coveted ‘Best in Show’ award, along with two additional judge’s picks. I wasn’t the least bit surprised—it’s an astounding machine, and easily my favorite bike at the show.

The Hot Rod Custom Show is more than just pretty cycles and hot rods though: it’s a colorful, whacky celebration of all that Kustom Kulture embodies. I wandered around the venue with old and new friends for hours, navigating through the flea market-like sections between vehicle displays.

We saw everything from patches to hand-made key rings; Japanese denim to unique Hot Wheels collectables. We witnessed lengthy queues as devout fans lined up for exclusive Mooneyes merchandise—including one-off Vans that are only sold at the event. There were artists, tattoo artists and pin stripers all hard at work—and even hairdressers.

The show is a true melting pot, a blend of Mooneyes’ SoCal style and Japanese tradition. It’s amazing how polite and orderly the rough-hewn world of motorcycles and hot rods can be: passersby will even pause for you to take photos of the machines on display, to avoid walking through your frame.

It’s also hard to believe that a show of this magnitude occupies just one day. I spent the rest of the weekend exploring as much of Tokyo as I could, along with Hermann Kopf (below center) of the Brummm Chronicles, Chris Nelson of Iron & Air, and Morgan Gales of Hot Bike (below left)—who are all an absolute riot to kick it with.

We wandered around the Shibuya and Harajuku area, dipping in and out of quirky fashion stores and thrift shops. We visited Japan’s largest BMW dealership, ate tacos, drank Japanese whisky, and wrapped up the weekend up with a traditional shabu shabu meal.

Then—just as I found my groove—I hopped on a plane home, roughly 48 hours after I’d first touched down.

Japan left a mark on me: her peculiar customs, her heated toilet seats, Tokyo’s relentless buzz, and the extravaganza that is the Hot Rod Custom Show. I left exhausted, but inspired…and itching to go back.

Images by Hermann Kopf (HK) and Wes Reyneke (WR), with special thanks to BMW Motorrad and Tadashi Kono.

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KONO Alley has a little something for everyone. Today we did one of each taco from Tacos Y Chelas. I’m usually a Carnitas guy, but today the Birria was my #BestBite. And don’t sleep on Xingones! Having one more way to get their crazy-good Chicken and Waffles is awesome. Check out their Insta for additional local vendors and some “Dog Days” specials this week. Telegraph Ave at Hawthorn. 11-2pm. Check it out! #SWSEats #EatLocal #WEONFIRE #KONOAlley #KONO #OaklandEats @commongrounds.oak @XingonesOakland @TacosYChelas.oak (at kono food alley) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2QYNLhhu1L/?igshid=5h331pvo6liw

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Food Truck Franchise: 10 of the Best

Hip food trucks started hitting the scene in the trendiest cities over a decade ago, breathing new life into the old concept of the sandwich cart. Fast forward to today and colorful trucks serving upscale cuisine are everywhere, even in the staidest suburbs and small towns.

Food trucks are a billion-dollar industry in the United States and have spawned their own reality TV shows. So it’s no surprise to see food truck franchises in the mix. If you are looking to get into a mobile restaurant of your own, buying a food truck franchise may be a way to get there with lower risk because you have the helping hand from a franchisor with a proven formula for success.

Best Food Truck Franchises

We have chosen 10 mobile food truck franchises from the industry to bring you the best list:

1. Kono Pizza

Riding the wave of the recent pizza cone trend is Kono Pizza. They franchise mobile units and kiosks, as well as brick and mortar restaurants. The menu is primarily pizza-based, with the popular pizza cone concept dominating with a variety of specialty fillings. Another selling point is that they don’t use frozen cheeses, low-quality proteins or cheap produce. The Kono Pizza mobile units include the fully equipped Food Truck which can move around a variety of locations. There is also the indoor or outdoor event Cart and the towable Concession Trailer.

The initial price for these franchises ranges between $14,900 and $149,000, with a launch fee ranging between $2,500 and $10,000.

2. Captain D’s Seafood

The Captain D’s Seafood restaurant has also branched out its franchise options into mobile food trucks. Captain D’s has more than 500 locations around the United States with close to half of them owned by franchisees. They are especially popular in south-eastern states but are expanding nationally. Captain D’s is the pre-eminent seafood franchise in America and continues to make gains into the fast-casual food market.

The initial franchise fee is $25,000, with a total investment somewhere in the range of $781,000 to $1,013,000.

3. ZooHoo’s Eatery

The ZooHoo’s Eatery mobile fast-casual food service trailer serves a wide variety of good quality meat and fish-based foods. These include natural chicken and turkey burgers as well as hand-patted grass-fed beef burgers, fresh wraps and fish sandwiches. They also offer hand-cut French fries, conch fritters, salads and grilled vegetables. They have a range of soft-served ice cream too for a complete dining experience.

The liquid capital required to open a ZooHoo food truck franchise is $50,000. The total investment will be between $69,000 and $140,000.

4. Johnny Rockets

Another food service business opportunity with a variety of food offerings is Johnny Rockets. They are an international restaurant chain with branches in over 30 countries. They focus on good old fashioned American favorites such as juicy beef burgers, classic sandwiches and crispy fries. Johnny Rockets also offers tasty hand-dipped shakes and malts for a real Americana experience.

The initial franchise fee is $49,000 with the required liquid capital being $200,000. The total investment will be between $650,500 and $1,098,500.

5. Gandolfo’s Deli

Gandolfo’s Deli started as a stationery restaurant business in New York but now also offers interesting food truck franchising opportunities. They serve a delicious range of deli meat sandwiches served with rye or freshly baked hero rolls. One popular example is their Rockefeller Reuben rye sandwich with a choice of corned beef, pastrami or turkey. It is served with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, spicy mustard or Russian dressing.

The initial investment for a Gandolfo’s New York Delicatessen food truck franchise costs $25,000. The average total initial investment is between $302,450 and $558,950.

6. Cafe2U

The coffee industry keeps getting bigger and that is reflected in the global success of the Cafe2U mobile coffee franchise. Cafe2U became the first mobile coffee franchise in the USA in 2011 and has been successful all over the world. It is widely considered to be the best food truck franchise focused on coffee. Each franchisee receives a fully equipped Ford Transit Connect Commercial Van compliant with all required food safety and government regulations.

The van is fitted with an on-demand commercial coffee grinder and a commercial 2-group espresso coffee machine to deliver quality with every cup.

You will need an initial investment somewhere between $109,146 and $154,621, plus the initial franchise fee of $25,000. The net worth requirement is $100,000, and the ongoing royalty fee is $175 per week.

7. Toppers Pizza

Also starting out in the States in 2011 was the mobile franchise of the Toppers Pizza pizzeria chain. The restaurant was founded in 1991 and started franchising in 1997. Since then they have consistently been ranked as one of the best franchises and pizzeria chains in the USA. Originally targeted at the late-night bar scene and college students, the customer demographic has diversified in recent years.

The initial franchise fee ranges between $10,000 to $30,000, while the total investment will fall between $292,416 and $530,652.

8. Cousins Maine Lobster

The Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck was founded in 2012 by two cousins. They started with just one truck, but the unexpected high popularity of their food led them to franchise their business. They serve fresh lobster that can be enjoyed on the go. Their menu includes tacos, rolls, quesadillas and tots, all filled with fresh and flavorsome Maine lobster. Franchisees also have the option to offer a catering service.

The initial investment for this mobile food franchise ranges between $210,900 and $342,900.

9. The Grilled Cheese Truck

Another one of the new franchise opportunities is the Grilled Cheese Truck, which specializes in serving hungry customers at all sorts of events. The idea came to the founders after one of them competed in the Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational. He saw many different kinds of food truck and franchises doing great business. He then thought his grilled cheese expertise might do some great business too, he was right!

The initial franchise fee for this business is $15,000 and the total investment will range between $63,700 and $768,750. The royalty is set at 8%.

10. Gigi’s Cupcakes

For a boutique-style business with a specialty offering, consider a Gigi’s Cupcakes food truck franchise. They are a mobile bakery specializing in a variety of interesting and always delicious cupcakes. Part of their appeal to customers is the ever-changing menu, with new flavors and ingredient combinations to try every day. Large catering orders for special events are also possible with this franchise. However, each franchisee must undertake 120 hours of training before starting.

The initial franchise fee is set at $35,000, with a total investment between $237,200 and $427,500. Gigi’s Cupcakes also provide ongoing assistance to their franchisees.

Food Truck Franchise FAQs

Here are frequently asked questions about mobile food kitchens.

How Much Do Food Trucks Make a Year?

The average revenue generated per food truck in the USA is about $290,556. Total annual industry revenue is well over a billion dollars, increasing at a rate of 12.4% over the last five years.

How Can I Get Into the Food Truck Business?

You have two main options to get into food cart franchises. First, you can open your own new business from scratch. Read: How to Start a Food Truck Business.

The second option is to buy a franchise and there are many franchise opportunities. With franchises, you get a brand concept without having to think one up yourself. You also get recipes, marketing support, and systems that can make your business a success — with less trial and error.

Why Do Food Trucks Fail?

Food trucks can fail for the same reasons other restaurants fail, including poor sales, unprofitability and health department issues.

There’s another reason: running a mobile restaurant is hard work. Sauca was once a high-flying mobile food enterprise, but then the business shut down. The owner said it was a lifestyle decision, citing his desire to no longer work 7 days a week, 14 hours a day. He had a fleet of vehicles and brick and mortar restaurants –a single food truck will not be as demanding. However, owner-operators must be on their feet and the hours are something to consider.

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