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Rude Bwoys
Jerk BBQ

Caribbean BBQ · Wilmington, NC

★★★★★ 4.7 | 82+ Google Reviews
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Our Story

Born From Resilience

In 2020, as the world stood still, Tito Ortiz and his family made a decision that would change everything. Laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic, they pooled their life savings — $15,000 — bought their equipment, and launched Rude Bwoys Jerk BBQ on the streets of Wilmington, NC.

"We took our life savings of $15,000, bought our equipment and we made it happen."

— Tito Ortiz, Owner

What started as necessity became a calling. Tito's Caribbean-inspired slow-smoked BBQ — loaded nachos, hand-pulled jerk pork, crispy empanadas, papa rellenos — quickly earned a devoted following across Wilmington's bars, breweries, and events.

After facing hardship that would have stopped most people cold, Tito chose to keep going. Not just as a business owner, but as a father honoring the dream his family built together. Every plate that comes off this truck carries that story.

Family-Owned & Operated Since 2020 · Wilmington, NC
Tito Ortiz, owner of Rude Bwoys Jerk BBQ
Tito with food
Tito cooking in the truck
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In Memory of Xavier

Forever 18 · Forever in Our Hearts

Tito and Xavier Ortiz

This is the dream, this is what Xavier wanted. One of the last conversations we had, he was telling me not to give up — “Pops, don’t give up.”

— Tito Ortiz

Xavier helped launch this truck at 18 years old, working alongside his father from the very beginning. He graduated, he had a future ahead — and he was taken too soon. After stepping away to grieve, Tito made the decision to bring Rude Bwoys back. Because this was Xavier’s dream too. The community that rallied around the truck — the regulars, the new faces, the people who remembered Xavier — they made it worth coming back for.

Order “Xav's Wings” — 10 wings served in his honor.

What People Are Saying

The Verdict

4.7
★★★★★
82 Google Reviews
4.7 · Google Maps
Yelp Verified
Local Favorite, Wilmington NC
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Ronald Lollis
Local Guide · 258 reviews
★★★★★
"OMG I'm from Wisconsin and haven't had good ribs since moving to NC and these were THE BEST I've had in a lotta years. They were smoked and sooooo meaty and tender. The cole slaw is stupid good — cilantro and lime, which turns it green and is absolutely amazing."
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Phillip Early
Local Guide · 49 reviews
★★★★★
"Just had one of the best meals I've had in NC if not ever. The owner Tito was super outgoing and accommodating. My dinner was a perfect compliment of sweet, savory, spicy and salty for an unbelievably reasonable price. This place has some serious potential."
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SupahMarioStyle
Local Guide · 17 reviews
★★★★★
"My guy can't possibly have a rating lower than 6 stars. Anyone who's ever tasted Tito's food knows he's friendly and welcoming, the food is prepared quickly, bursting with colorful flavors, and each dish is filling. Plus, Tito has a 99 in hospitality."
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Evan J
Local Guide · 36 reviews
★★★★★
"Rude Bwoys Jerk BBQ Food Truck is hands down amazing! I tried the bacon cheeseburger with a side of hush puppies and it was a 12/12 experience. The burger was juicy, loaded with flavor, and cooked perfectly, while the bacon added that extra kick."
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ncm688
Verified Google Review
★★★★★
"If you haven't tried it you have to!! Best food truck I've had. Staff he has working for him is amazing and the owner of the truck is awesome. We always get great customer service from them. Food is amazing! Can't wait to go again."
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George Tapinekis
Local Guide · 76 reviews · 3 months ago
★★★★★
"Loved our experience with Rude Bwoys Jerk Grill Food Truck. Empanada shells are super thin like we love. Beef and the jerk chicken. Their Papa — mashed potato balls with ground beef — were perfect. The pork rings made me cry, but I toughened up and powered through. Great job guys, so good."
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Jemmalee Wilkinson
10 reviews
★★★★★
"Thank you Rude Bwoys for a delicious dinner! The pulled jerk chicken was tender and flavorful, I LOVED the collards — spicy and vinegary. They even added a sample of the sweet potato tots for me since my daughter wanted the fries instead. We will definitely be back!"
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Chandler Johnson
5 reviews · 27 photos
★★★★★
"Wow, this food was amazing. We got the nachos and chicken quarter plate. Not one single complaint — from the food to the service, 10/10. Will come again!"
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Where to Find Us

Find the Truck

Commissary / Base Kitchen

1722 N Kerr Ave, Wilmington, NC 28405
We are a food truck — this is our commissary kitchen, not a storefront.

Hours

Open until 9 PM — location varies by day
Popular for Lunch & Dinner

Payment

Credit cards & debit cards accepted
No-contact delivery available

Track the Truck

Since we rotate between Wilmington's bars, breweries, and events, the best way to know where we'll be is to follow us on social media. We post our weekly schedule and location updates there!

Bring the Truck to You

Catering & Events

Planning a block party, corporate lunch, private event, or wedding reception? Tito and the Rude Bwoys crew bring the full Caribbean BBQ experience straight to your venue. Bold jerk flavors, generous portions, and that same outstanding hospitality — all of it, on wheels.

Minimum 40 guests for private events
Full menu available for catering
Corporate lunches, block parties, weddings
Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
Vegetarian options always available
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