Kogi set off a flavor bomb that would shake up the foundations of the industry so that street food would never be looked at the same way again.
Thanksgiving of 2008, Kogi BBQ had first rolled out as the little Korean-taco-truck-that-could, peddling $2.00 Korean barbecue tacos on the streets of L.A. Little did they know that within a few short months, they would become an icon of LA street food, a roving symbol of rebellion, independence and the belief that excellent food can be had on a dime budget.
Sometimes nothing would make you happier at your office holiday party or Silverlake-flavored wedding than a short rib taco in one hand and a Blackjack Quesadilla in the other. It’s a celebration. We understand. And if that celebration includes having your very own Kogi truck roll up to the festivities