Food Truck Frenzy

Destination: Granada Grubfest

Cost: $12.75 plus gas

I was trolling the internet hoping to find a decent food truck somewhere in the Valley, when I hit upon upon Granada Hills Grubfest. On Friday nights, Chatsworth St. just east of Zelzah is lined with up to fifty gourmet food trucks from 5pm-10pm.

Say no more. I was over there in a jiffy, blending into the diverse crowd of all ages and ethnicities. What a fun way to spend a warm summer night - you can sample any number of  “foodie” type offerings without spending a lot of money. There are musicians set up along the way and a general good vibe. 

I spent some time walking around and checking out the selections from trucks such as: Rice Balls of Fire, The Grilled Cheese Truck, Steamy Bun, Jogasaki Sushi Burrito and Ooh La La Crepes. There were about thirty trucks parked along this short stretch.

When I spotted the Cousins Maine Lobster truck, I knew I had to splurge. I’ve been seeking a good lobster roll in L.A. for a while, with no success. This Cousin’s version hit all the right notes:  lots of cold, sweet, succulent lobster with the perfect amount of quality mayo spread on a squishy white roll that had been warmed and slightly crisped up on the flat top.  I settled down on a low brick wall and savored each bite, trying to make this luscious sandwich last. Frankly, it was better than the roll I remembered with such fondness from the coast of Maine. At $12.75, it’s not a cheap food truck item, but not a bad way to indulge in lobster on a budget.

This event is definitely a do-over, since I can't wait to try the pork belly sliders at Belly Bombz.