Mr. Papas 2 Go delivers baked potatoes with a family friendly spirit.
Photo: Mr. Papas 2 Go
Some words have double meanings. In Spanish, for example papas means both potatoes and a feeling of trust one would have with close family members. The Mr. Papas 2 Go food truck represents both of these words well, as a family owned business that sells baked potatoes.
Owners Cynthia and Jose Ramos aim to deliver healthy foods for the entire family. Read more about their food truck below.
Owners
Cynthia and Jose Ramos
Date Founded
06/2022
Location
St. Charles, Missouri
How many trucks do you operate under this brand?
One
Do you operate brick-and-mortar locations under this brand as well? How many?
No
How did you come up with the name?
The name “Papas” came about after we decided to specialize in baked potatoes. In Spanish, “papas” means potatoes, and it also conveys a sense of trust and familiarity.
What prompted you to start a food truck?
This is a dream come true for Jose Ramos. He has always aspired to serve food that is healthy and not greasy, avoiding deep-fried options. After brainstorming, we decided on baked potatoes, which are both gluten-free and vegan-friendly.
What’s on your food truck menu? Why did you choose this cuisine?
The menu consists of baked potatoes with a variety of toppings, catering to different tastes and levels of appetite.
Do you make all the food on the truck or do you use home-based kitchen or commissary space?
We prioritize freshness by preparing our food on the truck the day of the event. However, we also have a commissary.
What’s the best part of being a food truck operator?
The best part is being able to provide and feel pride on the service provided but also manage your own time and priorities when you have family.
What’s the worst part of operating a food truck?
Budgeting and paying high event application fees are the worst part.
What lessons have you learned since launching the truck?
Time management, organization and customer appeal.
Is there anything you would have done differently at the start?
I probably would have waited for a bigger budget or open a brick and mortar.
Any tips/advice to others thinking of launching a food truck?
You can have so much fun at events taking you family to events you are participating and take turns with the employees so they can also have some fun time.
Do you have any anecdotes about running a food truck — any unique interactions or special events you’ve been booked at?
We have been booked by big events were the line is never ending, like air shows, pyromania competitions and art fairs.
