Mikey Moran, CurrySimple founder, hopes to launch several different Atlanta-based food truck concepts soon.
Food trucks serve the usual suspects: ice cream, tacos, french fries, hot dogs and other “finger foods.” But what about gourmet meals, served on wheels?
When developing concepts for food trucks, sky’s the limit for Mikey Moran, CurrySimple founder.
The Atlanta-based entrepreneur told What Now Atlanta in an interview Friday, his team has big plans for the city’s current, trendy food truck scene; something that is still “so new” to Atlanta, according to Moran.
“It’s easy to step out of the box and get crazy with food trucks,” Moran said. “People get excited.”
Under a yet to be named parent company, Moran and his business partners plan to develop several different food truck concepts that will launch in the Atlanta market. Ideally, Moran would like to have a Thai or Vietnamese food truck as one option (Moran has personally experienced Thailand’s street food culture).
Moran is launching Rolling Reuben’s later this month, the first of several potential food trucks.
“We want to get our feet wet first,” Moran said. “Food trucks are still pretty new to Atlantans.”
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It there a Vegan food truck out there right now? I would love to have a vegan option if one doesn’t already exist.
Someone needs to partner with Lee’s bakery if they are going to do vietnamese. Their bahn mi could easily be served in a food truck setting and its the best in Atlanta.
Wow – when Atlanta gets a “new” idea, we really know how to exploit it. Food trucks are becoming the new yogurt crave.
I can’t believe there isn’t a burger food truck. Or is there?
“People get excited.”
For food. Served out of a truck.
But I can’t blame them for trying to profit off of the fad.
Now if Moran could only keep CurrySimple in stock somewhere. Anywhere. Also the last few times I was able to find some, it seems the sauce is thinner than when he first began. The flavor is just not there anymore..
SliderU=Burger Truck
In Reply to Henry Rearden,
CurrySimple is available at all the local Whole Foods stores as well as some smaller gourmet retailers. Same as it always has for years. I guarantee the quality and taste of CurrySimple is exactly the same as when we started.
I am really excited to be part of the Food Truck community in Atlanta!
I have eaten at every single food truck available to date and nothing is crave-worthy. It’s passable but they’re not going to win any Vendy awards.
Authentic Thai street food will not be welcomed with open arms in Atlanta. People here have no clue what Thai street food is, a lot squid, strange sea creatures, plastic baggies with mysterious hot thai chili and fish sauces, mysterious meat mix, noodles with offal, incredible street fried chicken, but of course, this food truck will be watered down to basically Americanized Chinese food with chili peppers and flair, just like Little Bangkok. Gotta do what sells even if it’s a stretch for authenticity.
Food trucks don’t serve gourmet meals in Atlanta? You obviously haven’t done your homework…
Yo Mike! This is awesome. Can’t wait to experience my first Food Truck!
If there is anyone that can do it. It’s Mike Moran!
Congratulations, I’m behind you 110%.
You won’t meet a more dedicated driven individual than Mike. Someone who is willing to look outside the box and bring new dynamics. Mike you need any help, count me in!
I’ve know Mike for years and have watched him not only develop a product, but, develop a brand. He has the experience, were with all and the ability.
Take note folks, you are going to see a strong improvement and changes headed you way quickly.
PS: Food Truck Fridays at Atlantic Station – SUCK!
anywhere else, ANYWHERE ELSE. and I’m there!