Spring Bites & Blvd Vibes: First Friday is Back!
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The best food trucks in Los Angeles are officially rolling back onto the Boulevard. This Friday, May 1st, join us for the May edition of Abbot Kinney First Fridays—the ultimate Venice community social.
From 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM, the street transforms into a global culinary corridor. Whether you’re craving sustainably caught seafood, authentic Thai, or a soft-serve finish, this month's lineup has something for every palate.
The May 1st Food Truck Lineup
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Global Flavors: 8e8 Thai, Italia on the Road, Las Guajolotas, Middle Feast, Sus Arepas, and Stop Bye Cafe.
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Seafood & Coastal: Cousin’s Maine Lobster and Feisty Fish.
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Comfort & BBQ: Love Bird, Wise BBQ, and Wise BBQ.
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Plant-Based & Fresh: Man Eating Plant, Pickles and Peas, and Aloha Fridays.
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Sweet Treats: Piruchi and Sure Good Soft Serve.
Know Before You Go
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Timing: The trucks start serving at 5:00 PM and wrap up by 9:30 PM.
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Pit Stops: Public restrooms are conveniently located at the intersections of California Ave and Palms Blvd.
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Be a Good Neighbor: We know finding a spot to enjoy your feast can be tricky, but please be mindful of our local brick-and-mortar restaurants. Please do not use the tables at established restaurants unless you are a patron of their business. Let’s keep the Boulevard spirit friendly for everyone!
The Campbell Wellman Take: First Friday isn’t just about the food, it’s about the energy that makes Venice such an awesome place to call home. Grab a bite, catch the s