FryDay logo on the food truck

If you have spotted a FryDay truck at an event, seen a tray of our loaded fries on someone's feed, or heard a coworker mention us after a company lunch, you might have a few questions. Who is behind FryDay? Where did it start? What exactly do we serve, and how do you get it? This FryDay food truck FAQ pulls together answers to the questions people tend to ask when they first discover us, so you can get to know the team and the fries a little better.

Who Started FryDay, and When?

FryDay was founded by Theophilos "Theo" Okuribido on July 4, 2019, in Van Nuys. Yes, that means FryDay shares a birthday with the country, and the Fourth of July is a date we are proud to celebrate twice over.

Starting in Van Nuys matters to us. The San Fernando Valley is where FryDay first rolled out, and those roots shape how we think about the business: show up for the neighborhood, treat every guest at the window like a regular, and serve food people are excited to share.

What Does FryDay Serve?

FryDay is a gourmet loaded fries food truck. Instead of trying to do a little bit of everything, we focus on one thing and try to do it really well: crispy fries loaded with bold, layered toppings and sauces.

Our four signature flavors are Nashville Hot Chicken, Caribbean Jerk, Mango Habanero, and BBQ Bacon. Each one has its own personality. Nashville Hot Chicken brings serious heat. Caribbean Jerk is warm, spiced, and savory. Mango Habanero balances fruity sweetness with a fiery kick. BBQ Bacon is the smoky, comforting favorite that works for almost any crowd.

If you are trying FryDay for the first time and cannot decide, a good rule of thumb is to pick based on how much heat you want. Go for BBQ Bacon if you want something easygoing, Caribbean Jerk or Mango Habanero for a middle path with personality, and Nashville Hot Chicken if you want to feel it.

Is FryDay a Food Truck or a Restaurant?

FryDay operates as both a food truck and a ghost kitchen. The food truck is what you see at events, parties, campuses, and community gatherings around Los Angeles. The ghost kitchen is a delivery- and pickup-focused kitchen that lets people order FryDay without needing the truck to come to them.

Running both lets us serve Los Angeles in two different ways. The truck brings the experience to a crowd: the window, the line, the energy of an event. The ghost kitchen makes it easier to enjoy FryDay on an ordinary day, whether that is lunch at the office or a night in.

Where Has FryDay Served?

Over the years, FryDay has had the chance to serve at some memorable Los Angeles events, including NBA All-Star Weekend, the LA Dodgers Divisional Playoffs, the BET Fan Experience, and LA Galaxy events. We have also served at UCLA and with LAUSD, which means a lot to a team that cares about showing up for students, families, and schools.

Those big moments are exciting, but they are only part of the story. Much of what we do happens at smaller gatherings: backyard birthday parties, office lunches, neighborhood block parties, school events, and family celebrations. Every one of them matters to us.

Can FryDay Cater My Event?

Yes, catering is a big part of what FryDay does. We serve private parties, corporate events, weddings, school events, sports events, and quinceañeras, among other gatherings across Los Angeles.

If you are thinking about booking, a few details help get the conversation started: the date and location of your event, a rough guest count, the time window you want food served, and anything special about the setting, such as parking, power, or venue rules. If guests have dietary needs, mention those early too.

You can learn more about our event options at frydayeats.com/catering.

How Do I Order FryDay Without an Event?

If you just want loaded fries for yourself, your household, or your team, the ghost kitchen is the way to go. Ordering for pickup or delivery means you can enjoy FryDay without booking a truck. Visit frydayeats.com to see current ordering options.

A quick tip for delivery and pickup: loaded fries are at their best when they are fresh and hot, so plan to eat soon after your order arrives.

What Should I Know Before Ordering for a Group?

Ordering for a group is a great way to introduce people to FryDay, whether it is a team lunch, a family movie night, or friends gathering to watch a game. A few simple habits make it go smoothly. Offer at least two flavors so people with different tastes both have a good option, and include one milder choice if you are not sure how much heat the group likes. Ask around about dietary needs before you order rather than after. Plan the timing so the food arrives close to when people are ready to eat. And put out plenty of napkins, because loaded fries are meant to be enjoyed, not eaten neatly.

What Is FryDay All About?

If we had to sum it up, FryDay is about bold flavor, warm hospitality, and community. We are proud of our Los Angeles roots, we love feeding crowds that came together to celebrate something, and we believe a tray of fries is one of the easiest ways to get people talking, sharing, and having a good time.

The name says a lot, too. Fridays tend to feel like a reward at the end of the week, and we want a tray of FryDay fries to bring a little of that feeling to whatever day it happens to be.

Where Can I Learn More?

The best places to keep up with FryDay are our website at frydayeats.com and our posts and updates. If you are curious what the truck looks like in action, our latest video is a great place to start.

Ready to bring FryDay to your next event? Visit frydayeats.com/catering or call us at 818-930-0072. See what's new at FryDay: https://youtu.be/8XZCiAgLpvM?si=sJjAsYsaFgbuuYwN