Tampa’s food truck scene has quietly become one of the best reasons to eat out in the city. Instead of waiting for a table at a sit-down restaurant, locals now chase down trucks parked outside breweries, at weekend markets, or tucked into a festival lineup. Two names that keep coming up in these conversations are Dochos Concession and The Fishin Chicken Food Truck. If you’ve spent any time scrolling through Tampa food groups on Facebook or asking friends where to grab a bite before a rally, you’ve probably seen one or both of these trucks mentioned.
This article walks through what these two trucks actually are, what makes their food worth seeking out, who’s behind them, and how you can track them down the next time you’re craving something a little different from the usual burger-and-fries lineup.
Who’s Behind the Trucks
Here’s something a lot of people searching for these trucks don’t realize: Dochos Concession and The Fishin Chicken aren’t competitors — they’re run by the same team. <cite index=”2-1″>The trucks are owned and operated by Dave and Debbie Guy, a husband-and-wife duo who run three different food trucks, each with its own concept: The Fishin’ Chicken, The Dude and His Food, and Dochos Latin Bistro.</cite> <cite index=”2-1″>Dochos was actually where it all started — a Cuban food truck that grew into a small mobile food business with multiple concepts under one roof.</cite>
That backstory matters because it explains why the food feels so dialed in. This isn’t a couple of people who bought a truck on a whim and figured out a menu later. It’s a family operation that’s been refining recipes, testing new ideas, and building a following one event at a time. <cite index=”4-1″>Dochos Concession is described as a family-owned food truck serving the streets of Tampa, with a genuine love for creating new food.</cite>
What Dochos Concession Brings to the Table
Dochos leans into Latin and Cuban flavors, but it doesn’t box itself into one style. <cite index=”2-1″>The truck has a specialized menu built around Cuban and Latin classics — including an award-winning Cuban sandwich and traditional mofongo — but part of what makes a small, independent food truck fun is that the menu isn’t set in stone.</cite> The Guys aren’t afraid to throw the standard lineup out the window for a private event and build something completely custom for the client instead.
Beyond the Cuban sandwich, expect tacos, rice bowls, and nachos, all built with the kind of bold seasoning you’d want from a truck rooted in Latin cooking. <cite index=”10-1″>The truck itself describes its niche as pressed sandwiches and fried delights, sometimes combining the two into signature creations, and notes that it’s a family-owned business that genuinely enjoys inventing new dishes rather than sticking to a rigid formula.</cite>
If you’re the kind of eater who wants something a little more adventurous than typical festival food — think mofongo instead of another basket of fries — Dochos is the truck to look for first.
What The Fishin Chicken Food Truck Is All About
The Fishin Chicken takes a different approach. As the name hints, it’s built around two comfort-food staples that don’t always show up together on the same menu: fried fish and fried chicken. Instead of forcing you to pick one, the truck lets you combine both, along with a rotating lineup of Southern-style sides.
Typical plates lean into crispy textures and hearty portions — think golden fried fish paired with juicy fried chicken, backed up by classic sides like mac and cheese, collard greens, coleslaw, and fries. Combo plates that pair fish or chicken with a couple of sides tend to be the most popular order, since they give you a full, filling meal in one container rather than a snack-sized portion.
What sets this truck apart from a standard fried-food stand is the balance. It’s not just “fried food” — it’s built so groups with different tastes can order from the same truck and everyone walks away happy. That’s a big reason it does well at bigger gatherings where not everyone wants the same thing.
Why These Trucks Work So Well as a Pair
Because Dochos and The Fishin Chicken are run by the same husband-and-wife team, they often show up together at bigger Tampa events, which is great news if you’re bringing a group with mixed cravings. One person wants a Cuban sandwich, another wants fried chicken, someone else wants fish — instead of splitting up to find three different vendors, you can usually get all of it in one stop.
This kind of pairing also reflects something bigger about how food trucks operate in Tampa. Running more than one concept lets an owner-operator team diversify what they offer at any given event without diluting the identity of either truck. Dochos keeps its Latin and Cuban roots intact, while The Fishin Chicken sticks to its Southern comfort-food lane. Customers get variety; the business gets flexibility.
Where to Find Them in Tampa
Food trucks are, by nature, mobile — so unlike a restaurant with a fixed address, your best bet is checking their current schedule before heading out. A few reliable ways to track down Dochos Concession and The Fishin Chicken:
- Social media pages – Most Tampa food trucks post their weekly schedule and any last-minute location changes on Facebook and Instagram. This is usually the fastest way to know exactly where the truck will be parked on a given day.
- Food truck booking platforms – <cite index=”4-1″>Event organizers have used Roaming Hunger to book Dochos Concession and The Fishin Chicken Food Truck for events</cite>, and platforms like this often list upcoming public appearances as well.
- Tampa Bay food truck rallies – Both trucks are known to show up at organized food truck rallies around the Tampa Bay area, where dozens of vendors set up in one location for an afternoon or evening.
- Local festivals and community events – Because the Guys run multiple trucks, you’ll often see at least one of their concepts at larger community festivals, sporting events, or neighborhood gatherings throughout Hillsborough County.
If you have a specific event in mind — a birthday party, office lunch, wedding reception, or community fundraiser — reaching out directly through their social pages or a booking platform is the most reliable way to check availability and get a quote.
Booking for Private Events and Catering
One of the biggest advantages of a food truck over a traditional caterer is flexibility, and that’s exactly where this team shines. Because Dochos already has a track record of customizing its menu for private clients, booking them for a party means you’re not stuck with a fixed set of options. Tell them your theme, your headcount, and your budget, and they’ll work with you to build something that fits — whether that’s a full Cuban-inspired spread or a hybrid menu pulling from both trucks.
This makes them a solid choice for:
- Birthday parties and family celebrations
- Corporate lunches and office events
- Weddings and rehearsal dinners
- School and community fundraisers
- Neighborhood block parties
Because the same family runs both trucks, larger events sometimes have the option to bring in both concepts side by side, giving guests a wider spread without needing to coordinate two separate vendors.
Why Tampa’s Food Truck Scene Keeps Growing
It’s worth zooming out for a second to understand why trucks like these do so well in Tampa specifically. The city’s warm, mild weather means outdoor events run almost year-round, which gives food trucks far more opportunities to work than they’d get in a colder climate. Add in Tampa’s active festival calendar, growing craft brewery scene (many breweries don’t serve food themselves and rely on trucks to fill that gap), and a local population that genuinely enjoys trying new flavors, and you get an environment where a well-run truck can build a loyal following fairly quickly.
Food trucks also give small business owners a lower barrier to entry than opening a full restaurant. There’s no long-term lease, no massive build-out cost, and the ability to test new menu items in real time based on what customers actually respond to. That’s part of why you see so much creativity coming out of Tampa’s truck scene — owners aren’t locked into one static menu the way a restaurant often is.
Tips for First-Time Visitors
If you’re planning to track down Dochos Concession or The Fishin Chicken for the first time, a few practical tips will make the experience smoother:
- Check the schedule same-day if possible. Food truck locations can shift due to weather, event changes, or other last-minute factors.
- Bring a card, but don’t assume every payment method works instantly during peak rush. Most trucks now take cards, but service can move faster with exact cash during a packed event.
- Go early if you’re at a big festival. Popular trucks can sell out of certain menu items during peak hours.
- Ask about combo plates. Whether you’re at Dochos or The Fishin Chicken, combo options tend to give you the best value and the fullest picture of what the truck does well.
- Follow them on social media before your visit so you know exactly what’s on the menu that day — since, as mentioned, the lineup can shift depending on the event.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Who owns Dochos Concession and The Fishin Chicken Food Truck?
Both trucks are run by Dave and Debbie Guy, a husband-and-wife team based in Tampa. They also operate a third concept, The Dude and His Food. Dochos was their first truck — originally a Cuban food concept — and the business grew from there into multiple trucks under one family operation.
Q2. Are Dochos Concession and The Fishin Chicken the same business?
Yes and no. They’re two separate menus and two separate truck identities, but they’re owned and operated by the same family team, which is why you’ll often see them appear together at the same events.
Q3. What kind of food does Dochos Concession serve?
Dochos focuses on Cuban and Latin-inspired street food, including an award-winning Cuban sandwich, traditional mofongo, tacos, rice bowls, and nachos. The truck also builds custom menus for private events on request.
Q4. What kind of food does The Fishin Chicken serve?
The Fishin Chicken specializes in fried fish and fried chicken, usually served as combo plates with Southern-style sides like mac and cheese, collard greens, coleslaw, and fries.
Q5. Where can I find these food trucks in Tampa?
Both trucks are mobile, so locations change regularly. The most reliable way is checking their social media pages for the current schedule, or looking them up on food truck booking platforms like Roaming Hunger. They’re also regularly spotted at Tampa Bay food truck rallies, festivals, and community events.
Q6. Can I book Dochos Concession or The Fishin Chicken for a private event?
Yes. Both trucks are commonly booked for private parties, corporate events, weddings, fundraisers, and community festivals. Since Dochos already customizes menus for clients, it’s worth reaching out directly with your event details, headcount, and theme.
Q7. Do I need cash to order from these food trucks?
Most Tampa food trucks, including these, accept cards, but bringing cash can speed up service during busy festival hours when card readers and Wi-Fi can lag under heavy traffic.
Q8. Is there a signature dish I should try first?
At Dochos, the Cuban sandwich is the standout, given its award-winning reputation. At The Fishin Chicken, the fish-and-chicken combo plate is the most popular order since it lets you try both proteins in one meal.
Final Thoughts
Dochos Concession and The Fishin Chicken Food Truck represent exactly what makes Tampa’s mobile food scene worth paying attention to: real people building something from the ground up, staying flexible, and refusing to settle for a boring, one-note menu. Whether you’re craving a Cuban sandwich with real depth of flavor or a plate of crispy fried chicken and fish with all the Southern sides, this husband-and-wife-run operation has built a reputation worth checking out.
Next time you see either truck parked at a Tampa Bay festival, brewery, or community event, it’s worth pulling over. Between the Latin-inspired creativity of Dochos and the comfort-food satisfaction of The Fishin Chicken, there’s a good chance you’ll walk away already planning your next visit.
