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  • Опубликовано: 20 май 2024
  • Mama Jo has been serving breakfast staples like bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches and omelets and traditional Greek pastries, such as spanakopita and baklava, from her food truck in Midtown Manhattan for over 35 years. She claims to be NYC’s oldest street food vendor and isn’t planning on retiring her legendary food cart any time soon.
    Mama Jo’s breakfast menu is longer than some dine-in restaurants’ menus, and it’s all done without sacrificing quality. She gets her ingredients fresh every morning in Astoria, Queens, serves food with a smile, and genuinely cares about her customers, really earning the name Mama Jo.
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  • @Khan-xq4ef
    @Khan-xq4ef 4 года назад +6462

    I always prefer buying from the NYC food carts rather than starbucks or dunkin donuts. These food carts are run by such humble and passionate people. And their food is so delicious.

    • @itsprod.472
      @itsprod.472 4 года назад +227

      And taste good and doesn't cost alot

    • @ButtermilkChicken617
      @ButtermilkChicken617 4 года назад +301

      Facts bro gotta support the local people not the corporations !

    • @xtra_612
      @xtra_612 4 года назад +45

      And cheap

    • @jannickpedersen4620
      @jannickpedersen4620 4 года назад +94

      Fr fr, the common people will always support each other, cuz we have things in common. Money hungry GMO companies dont give a fuck about us. Unity my folks

    • @krosfyah4932
      @krosfyah4932 4 года назад +52

      Same. Support the local vendors, the food and experience is better too

  • @FoodandFootprints
    @FoodandFootprints 4 года назад +7928

    “Today’s your birthday, don’t give me the 5 bucks, this one’s on me” - amazing hospitality!

    • @melissaonorati2243
      @melissaonorati2243 4 года назад +61

      God bless her; Jesus Loves You

    • @christiannovak941
      @christiannovak941 4 года назад +92

      Food and Footprints That 5 bucks will pay itself back and more!

    • @TJ-nk4de
      @TJ-nk4de 4 года назад +26

      i have access to unlimited laser printing and have a coffee drink named after me at my local coffee shop, the perks of being the best WR in your high schools history

    • @higguma
      @higguma 4 года назад +12

      Quote comments don't deserve likes.

    • @Nelson4207
      @Nelson4207 4 года назад +32

      @@higguma "if you wanna do things, you can do it!...In this country!"
      - Mama Jo
      ;-)

  • @mississippiapple1078
    @mississippiapple1078 8 месяцев назад +102

    Just saw her! Sept 2023. Working like crazy, even had an arm cast. her voice even sweeter in person. Major bucket list

  • @memeboi8472
    @memeboi8472 3 года назад +142

    "I have hot water, I will fix you" lmaoooo

  • @jasony2221
    @jasony2221 3 года назад +9275

    It’s two-minute walk from my apartment to her cart and mama Jo is still going strong during these crazy times💪🏻 💪🏻

    • @Naomi-ib5tv
      @Naomi-ib5tv 3 года назад +280

      That's good to hear! I'm glad she's doing okay

    • @leosanchez101
      @leosanchez101 3 года назад +150

      Thanks for the update

    • @user-lf1os3sh5c
      @user-lf1os3sh5c 3 года назад +78

      So glad to hear that she's doing well

    • @bringittome919
      @bringittome919 3 года назад +57

      That's reassuring to hear. Thanks!

    • @inquisitive504
      @inquisitive504 3 года назад +24

      Good to know. Thanks ☺️

  • @richardschindler8822
    @richardschindler8822 4 года назад +2608

    Holy cow, I’ve eaten off her cart several times, she’s always friendly and the food is always great!!! Nice to see it here .

    • @annagarcia1527
      @annagarcia1527 4 года назад +12

      What do you recommend?

    • @rezaadara7866
      @rezaadara7866 4 года назад +13

      Please relay my regards, she seems lovely

    • @xedn
      @xedn 4 года назад +8

      I’m trying see her before she dies

    • @ahmadreiza2827
      @ahmadreiza2827 4 года назад +58

      @@xedn or before you di..

    • @a.s945
      @a.s945 4 года назад +10

      @@ahmadreiza2827 e

  • @Seoulsearcher131
    @Seoulsearcher131 3 года назад +870

    Damn she's 68 and still rolling.. I'm in my 30s and I'm barely breathing.
    I need an ounce of her positivity.

    • @minggus9649
      @minggus9649 2 года назад +8

      Your name is Seoul searcher but your profile is Toronto lol

    • @Seoulsearcher131
      @Seoulsearcher131 2 года назад +6

      @@minggus9649 lol I live in Toronto atm..

    • @aadityarajsudarshan3848
      @aadityarajsudarshan3848 2 года назад +29

      @@minggus9649 probably still searching for Seoul

    • @miciboo9993
      @miciboo9993 2 года назад +2

      being greek helps, being hungarian does too...as she said, coming from there, in that time, wasn't easy

    • @KingAshleys
      @KingAshleys 2 года назад

      Same

  • @meyerspitz7737
    @meyerspitz7737 3 года назад +169

    dude she wakes up when I go to bed. 68 and more energy then a 5 yr old, what a devoted sweet person. I wish I lived in New York, this lady would make my day no matter the circumstances!

  • @wyremu4330
    @wyremu4330 3 года назад +3279

    "If you got a big problem, leave it for tomorrow. Maybe it wont be there" A happy quote from a happy lady

    • @NiekKuijpers
      @NiekKuijpers 3 года назад +70

      Mine always get bigger when i do that :(

    • @pegatrisedmice
      @pegatrisedmice 3 года назад +52

      I've been doing that for 10 years and they're still here

    • @marcopazini6849
      @marcopazini6849 3 года назад +9

      Thats a big liee.. your problem will not go away by hes self!

    • @khaho1756
      @khaho1756 3 года назад +22

      That is a horrible quote but she is happy so I’ll give her that

    • @ronbuil6923
      @ronbuil6923 2 года назад +2

      yeah that's immature advice lmao.

  • @fritz411
    @fritz411 4 года назад +802

    "Dont stress in life, never fear, and do what you want. And if you have big problem for tomorrow babe, maybe tomorrow the problem's not gonna be there"
    Thanks Mama Jo!

    • @3musketeersclesh
      @3musketeersclesh 4 года назад +1

      very lazy mindset
      just like saying a bullet has been shot at you but maybe if you close your eyes it will disappear

    • @i___________i8472
      @i___________i8472 4 года назад +8

      sam h Not she saying don’t stress so much because it might not be a big deal. Where did you get “let yourself die”.

    • @Solontire
      @Solontire 4 года назад +9

      @Sam H - You seem like you would be fun at parties.

    • @yeseniacasco4213
      @yeseniacasco4213 4 года назад

      So amazing and happy

    • @JohnSmith-gq9gn
      @JohnSmith-gq9gn 4 года назад +2

      @@Solontire Bill Nye is NOT a science guy. He is a fraud.

  • @n5r15
    @n5r15 3 года назад +277

    "If you got a big problem you leave it for tomorrow, baby." Mama Jo is my spirit animal for sure.

    • @marcopazini6849
      @marcopazini6849 3 года назад +6

      Dont listen to her you problem gone be much worster if you leav it for tomorow!

    • @nenaj1
      @nenaj1 2 года назад +1

      She’s not an animal Wtf 😳

    • @anantawijaya4336
      @anantawijaya4336 2 года назад +1

      @@marcopazini6849 good luck with your stress and depression

  • @lilly7780
    @lilly7780 2 года назад +645

    I’m Armenian and when Mama Jo started talking about Greece and then coming to America with nothing but dreams, goals, aspirations and hard work, I teared up, I relate to her so much, that’s also what my Armenian family went through, I love her Greek accent and hospitality, she makes you want to come to Greece to meet amazing people like her🇦🇲❤️🇬🇷

    • @50mits
      @50mits 2 года назад +9

      Support from Greece to our Armenian Brothers and sisters 🇬🇷❤️🇦🇲

    • @Armyan1988
      @Armyan1988 2 года назад +5

      @@50mits Likewise! Thank you! 🇦🇲 🥰 🇬🇷

    • @jesuisfanueal
      @jesuisfanueal 2 года назад +2

      Love to Armenia as well 🇦🇲🇪🇹

    • @lizardlizrn9185
      @lizardlizrn9185 2 года назад +1

      I’m Armenian too 💚💚💚

    • @luckystarpiano
      @luckystarpiano 2 года назад +1

      ❤️❤️🇦🇲🇦🇲

  • @AxelZB1992
    @AxelZB1992 4 года назад +2193

    1. don't stress
    2. never fear
    3. do what you like
    okay i will

    • @RTX3060GAMING
      @RTX3060GAMING 4 года назад +7

      When i see this comment . Mama jo read this for mee .... LOL

    • @dkr7517
      @dkr7517 4 года назад

      @@RTX3060GAMING jajaajaa same

    • @Gunnersman1510
      @Gunnersman1510 4 года назад +7

      And if you have a big problem, leave it for tomorrow babe, tomorrow maybe that problem not going to be there

    • @kickbuttoski666
      @kickbuttoski666 4 года назад

      @@Gunnersman1510 FUCK NO

    • @youtubepolice2552
      @youtubepolice2552 4 года назад

      *Proceeds to game for the next year not working nor going outside*

  • @brett8460
    @brett8460 4 года назад +2303

    "If I die the truck dies with me."
    Oh my god no 😭

    • @haruhidude
      @haruhidude 4 года назад +85

      Heroes come and go, but legends never die.

    • @playrewindff
      @playrewindff 4 года назад +18

      She must live forever. Protect her at all costs

    • @Sheogoratful
      @Sheogoratful 4 года назад

      Like the Going Merry

    • @hollownite6859
      @hollownite6859 4 года назад +10

      @Brian you could always learn to stfu you know

    • @stephaniern33
      @stephaniern33 3 года назад +3

      Meaning her kids won't take over because they're in college for other careers. Its not a horrible statement :)

  • @DarknessFalls29
    @DarknessFalls29 Год назад +116

    I love that she never lost her Greek accent but picked up the heavy New Yew accent. I'm going to make it my business to get breakfast from her cart the next time i visit NYC.

    • @onlyh8720
      @onlyh8720 Год назад

      Have you had a chance to visit her carry yet?

    • @DarknessFalls29
      @DarknessFalls29 Год назад +2

      @@onlyh8720 Nope. Haven't made the trek.

    • @sismissasa
      @sismissasa 8 месяцев назад

      what about now@@DarknessFalls29

    • @stormblessed2321
      @stormblessed2321 5 месяцев назад

      ​@DarknessFalls29 how bout now?

    • @2anYm
      @2anYm 14 дней назад

      How about now?

  • @brokestudio_
    @brokestudio_ 3 года назад +947

    Mama's Joe's accent is the most real gangster accent I've ever heard

    • @wtfsamusidk7574
      @wtfsamusidk7574 3 года назад +1

      Hellstar Remina

    • @conversationswithadrianne
      @conversationswithadrianne 3 года назад +2

      Literally 😂

    • @tahamohammad1741
      @tahamohammad1741 2 года назад +18

      She has the thickest east coast accent I’ve heard😂😂

    • @cwg73160
      @cwg73160 2 года назад +39

      @@tahamohammad1741 Tf are you talking about? She’s from Greece. Her accent is foreign. Jfc

    • @moose43h
      @moose43h 2 года назад +30

      @@cwg73160 yep. I am Greek and I recognized her Greek accent straight away

  • @44years54
    @44years54 4 года назад +18930

    We finally found out who Joe Mama is.

  • @dianafox3513
    @dianafox3513 4 года назад +756

    Imagine having breakfast from this amazing lady and you get affected by her positive energy in the morning

    • @nichorebi
      @nichorebi 4 года назад +1

      Absolutely agree with that.

    • @dianafox3513
      @dianafox3513 4 года назад

      King Ziggy a good idea but i would love to have the food 🙁

    • @Yonick1999z
      @Yonick1999z 4 года назад +4

      Just to turn around and have your day ruined by another New Yorker

    • @thedarkerknight2188
      @thedarkerknight2188 4 года назад

      And herpes

  • @abrahamkim1078
    @abrahamkim1078 3 года назад +107

    This lady gets it. She knows how to run a personable business. Those little things, her personality, makes her business special.

  • @FBI001
    @FBI001 3 года назад +129

    "I'm gonna buy some burgers from Joe"
    "Joe who?"
    *"Joe Mama"*

  • @sasukecoochieha
    @sasukecoochieha 4 года назад +582

    "You have to like what you do. If you don't like it, don't do it."
    Words to live by.

    • @LfunkeyA
      @LfunkeyA 4 года назад +12

      say that to the majority of the human population, where everyone has to get by somehow, spending their entire lives doing something unpleasant. a better saying might be - get to like what you're doing.

    • @jeffsartadventure3634
      @jeffsartadventure3634 4 года назад +3

      Capitalism: Hold my beer..

    • @azra5648
      @azra5648 4 года назад +5

      It's sad because a lot of people never find out what they love to do. Then we just work different jobs and stay miserable.

    • @rinreborn7364
      @rinreborn7364 3 года назад

      criminallyvulgar well not me, not all things go your way

    • @aravinthsrisivasritharan4098
      @aravinthsrisivasritharan4098 3 года назад

      @@LfunkeyA imma like cleaning up shit for a crap wage then

  • @rez9386
    @rez9386 3 года назад +6533

    Isn't it crazy how she is probably a LOT more happier in life than her customers who works at buildings/offices???

    • @jeanniem2563
      @jeanniem2563 3 года назад +139

      her joy's evident! ☺️😍

    • @ManUntdForever
      @ManUntdForever 3 года назад +43

      Well said.

    • @InspireApon
      @InspireApon 3 года назад +188

      Hey! There are some office workers that enjoy going to work, everyones different

    • @rez9386
      @rez9386 3 года назад +161

      @@InspireApon of course there are.. But a lot of people don't really like their 9-5 jobs now a days.

    • @saulbravo3485
      @saulbravo3485 3 года назад +110

      The older you get the more happier and contented you appreciate the small things in life. They often say that the later years are the golden years of your life.

  • @ReMiXzSz
    @ReMiXzSz 3 года назад +542

    As a Greek myself I could feel the vibes the moment she opened her mouth and started trimming Feta cheese on top of the omelette. Yep that’s a Greek babushka alright.

    • @yanniskovalidis1600
      @yanniskovalidis1600 3 года назад +36

      Babushkas are from Russia but we love them too, you mean greek yiayia

    • @666myname666
      @666myname666 2 года назад +5

      Babushka NAi. Greeks and Macedonians brothers ,..... that quarrel some times lol... but watch out for Turks lol

    • @ReMiXzSz
      @ReMiXzSz 2 года назад +9

      @@yanniskovalidis1600 yep I just prefer babushka to giagia

    • @xavier6037
      @xavier6037 2 года назад

      Mi Milas Panos

    • @yellowsim3095
      @yellowsim3095 Год назад

      we Greeks should protect Mama Jo at all costs!!!

  • @davidshort8344
    @davidshort8344 2 года назад +14

    This is what America should be countrywide. People helping people. Getting along. Being respected. This warms my heart. And I would love to go out on a date with Mama Jo. You fine lady are a catch! 💗

  • @sebastiencharette6637
    @sebastiencharette6637 4 года назад +1264

    This woman is a tank. Going through life like no one's business.

    • @jackischilling9435
      @jackischilling9435 3 года назад +1

      She human not a tank lol

    • @AbsoluteWarlord1
      @AbsoluteWarlord1 3 года назад +25

      @@jackischilling9435 ur lucky I'm not a redditor just prepared to get wooshed. Basically u didnt get the joke

    • @jackischilling9435
      @jackischilling9435 3 года назад +1

      @@AbsoluteWarlord1 I got the joke playboy I was being bricken back being a bool lol

    • @christianpaul5224
      @christianpaul5224 2 года назад

      IT's because she like what she doing.

    • @reginagalgay8063
      @reginagalgay8063 2 года назад

      A true example of hard work pays off

  • @kurtusky13
    @kurtusky13 4 года назад +359

    To have distinct wrinkles from smiling so much in life is a beautiful way to age

    • @mauz791
      @mauz791 4 года назад +1

      Holy shit good eyes there

  • @MrsRBlack-si8kx
    @MrsRBlack-si8kx 3 года назад +11

    This is what our country needs more of, Such an Sweet woman 🤗🥰& an Beautiful Soul🙏Blessing&Love to Mama Jo.

  • @Actingskint
    @Actingskint Год назад +34

    I love watching these people who create a life for themselves through hard work , dedication ,and a sense of community .
    Almost makes me wish to be living in that area . People like this lady , make a city , the city doesn't make them . They could set up anywhere ,and with their mindset they could be a success . But being a success is only part of the journey , it's being loved as well .
    That's another element to why they are still thriving . You can shout all day long at people to get things done , but when you show appreciation for every osy around you , then people respect you for who you are .
    I hope she's still working , thriving ,& enjoying the life she has created for herself . The moment she stops moving , will be a sad day for everybody . It's what she was born or to do .

    • @solomongrim982
      @solomongrim982 2 месяца назад

      Good word's my friend damn good word's

  • @kimarciniega7163
    @kimarciniega7163 4 года назад +1540

    She gave me the best advice.
    Don’t live in fear.
    Do what you like
    If you have a problem, leave it for tomorrow. Bc tomorrow you might not have that problem.
    Thanks Mama Jo

    • @RBeeMedia
      @RBeeMedia 4 года назад +48

      Instructions unclear, I’ve been pushing my problems to tomorrow for 15 years

    • @Nytingalle
      @Nytingalle 4 года назад +13

      Tee Bo who hurt you?

    • @louieyan5255
      @louieyan5255 4 года назад +1

      Sarah Quinliven lmao fr

    • @LA12312
      @LA12312 4 года назад +1

      Tomorrow is not promised today so just leave it for tomorrow. Oh mama.

    • @xMACxBRII
      @xMACxBRII 4 года назад +2

      Definitely depends on the problem

  • @frankiel3767
    @frankiel3767 4 года назад +581

    I love her accent, Greek and old school New York

  • @philaman1972
    @philaman1972 2 года назад +41

    What an amazing strong, yet caring woman! Needless to say, the food business is a beast and as you saw, she sets up for the day in the wee hours of the morning! Also, in the summer that cart is a broiler and in the winter an ice box. If her children have half the drive and gumption she has, they will do very well in life. Kudos to her.

  • @OswaldMosley-rr5fg
    @OswaldMosley-rr5fg 3 года назад +9

    Beautiful to see a woman so happy to serve people and give them a reason to smile. Reminds me of my grandparents generation where I'm from.
    I pray for nothing but peace and prosperity for her and hers.

  • @ionceateapinecone
    @ionceateapinecone 4 года назад +1772

    I love stories like this, because it shows the whole "american dream" isn't dead, it's simply carried by the immigrants who come to america and carve a life out for themselves.

    • @cv2594
      @cv2594 4 года назад +14

      Lmao u shud see who owns all the dispensaries in cali

    • @vishwapatel3359
      @vishwapatel3359 3 года назад +5

      Factss

    • @xanthippus3190
      @xanthippus3190 3 года назад +14

      *legal immigrants

    • @ionceateapinecone
      @ionceateapinecone 3 года назад +108

      @@xanthippus3190 **all immigrants.
      However they arrive, they came to make a better lives for themselves.

    • @coderr_
      @coderr_ 3 года назад +6

      See people wish they can love here for there freedom and americans hate there country

  • @FoodandFootprints
    @FoodandFootprints 4 года назад +1629

    This series is awesome - you do a great job highlighting the amazing vendors in this city!

    • @M4TTYN
      @M4TTYN 4 года назад +1

      we got tons of them (new yorker also btw) don't own a cart tho but ate a many to respect off the rip

    • @FoodandFootprints
      @FoodandFootprints 4 года назад +2

      M4TT YN New Yorkers here too - we love highlighting great vendors on our channel

    • @Rick_Smooth
      @Rick_Smooth 4 года назад +5

      Life-long Texan here, but I've always wanted to visit NYC. Not only does it seem like a great city, but watching these type of videos and food vloggers that visit NY make me want to go even more! I'm sure people from NY have that stereotype of us Texans, that we're all "cowboys/western." Lol, but a lot of food videos that I've seen show that not all NYers are "rude," (like alot of Texans think) no offense. Greetings to all...

    • @honestabe5153
      @honestabe5153 4 года назад +4

      Exactly I love this channel

    • @lawreecefluellen1020
      @lawreecefluellen1020 4 года назад +2

      I LOVE this series!

  • @CarolinasSweetTea
    @CarolinasSweetTea Год назад +15

    This woman's dedication is phenomenal! Wakes up at 11:45 at night goes and does all her shopping in the wee hours of the morning and opening up shop around 4 am, that's called passion and dedication! Hats off to Mama Jo!!! ❤️

  • @lawrencekin02
    @lawrencekin02 2 года назад +20

    Mama Jo is really inspiring... Kudos to her for doing what she loves.

  • @stuckinthepastproductions4329
    @stuckinthepastproductions4329 4 года назад +2721

    "If you got a big problem, leave it for tomorrow, babe."
    Found some lyrics.

    • @malct6545
      @malct6545 4 года назад +22

      Because procrastination solves everything. 😒

    • @alext1452
      @alext1452 4 года назад +10

      Yes leave it tomorrow, and face it in the next day.🤦‍♂️

    • @stuckinthepastproductions4329
      @stuckinthepastproductions4329 4 года назад +16

      @@malct6545 Hey, these Bob Dylans aren't going to write themselves!

    • @exelchannel8806
      @exelchannel8806 4 года назад +5

      Vodka helps.

    • @captainmoso504
      @captainmoso504 4 года назад +6

      She is greek.Greece has a debt problem.Its because they handle everything like that

  • @toozombie6275
    @toozombie6275 3 года назад +2539

    I was shocked she wakes up at 11 and sets everything up until 4am! Then I realized she's only open during breakfast. I thought she was there the day and night.

    • @kahleesaangelofthenight2895
      @kahleesaangelofthenight2895 3 года назад +56

      oh i thought she was there all day

    • @plapoytasplapi1013
      @plapoytasplapi1013 3 года назад +13

      she was born there...

    • @zzzarkka
      @zzzarkka 2 года назад +66

      Those hours are truly taxing on the human body.

    • @brandonmcgee1678
      @brandonmcgee1678 2 года назад +13

      @@plapoytasplapi1013 bruh what sense does it make to say that? who cares?

    • @grevier22
      @grevier22 2 года назад +4

      @@brandonmcgee1678 she was literally born on that spot tho.

  • @blueeyes74mes
    @blueeyes74mes 2 года назад +17

    Συγχαρητήρια κα Ιωάννα !!! Να ζήσετε πολλά πολλά χρόνια ακόμη και να χαίρεστε την βιολογική σας οικογένεια αλλά και αυτή που δημιουργήσατε με την δουλειά σας και τους τόσους χιλιάδες ανθρώπους που έχετε ταΐσει διαχρονικά. Καλή συνέχεια στην δουλειά σας και στην ζωή σας!!!!

  • @jesushelpme7258
    @jesushelpme7258 2 года назад +21

    Mama Jo is a soldier, her work ethic is crazy. Very inspiring ❤️

  • @abhijeetpatil7653
    @abhijeetpatil7653 4 года назад +979

    Her face has glow of self respect and confidence she earned in life.

  • @leisuretimeuploads
    @leisuretimeuploads 4 года назад +1105

    As a Greek living at her hometown Florina, I am really proud of her, god bless her!

    • @venividivici4253
      @venividivici4253 4 года назад +8

      Konstantinos Arvanitakis This is Sparta.

    • @valentine34
      @valentine34 4 года назад

      are we cousins arvanitakis here to were are you from?

    • @denboy3394
      @denboy3394 4 года назад +2

      🇹🇷

    • @zoey8430
      @zoey8430 4 года назад +1

      Florina 🙌🏻

    • @punchisclap
      @punchisclap 4 года назад +6

      @@denboy3394 nobody cares about erdogan country

  • @saibliss7976
    @saibliss7976 3 года назад +16

    She's an inspirating individual. Her customers love her food and her, you can hear this from all those good words they say about this Lady ❤️

  • @benjaminmelchor4480
    @benjaminmelchor4480 Год назад +2

    The words she said,at the the end hit 🎯
    Thank you mama Jo 💗

  • @SuperGianniTube
    @SuperGianniTube 4 года назад +881

    Lovely lady, you can tell she puts love in the food she makes.

  • @Rebecca023
    @Rebecca023 4 года назад +875

    That place is about to be so busy after this video, she deserves every bit of it.

    • @y4nnickschmitt
      @y4nnickschmitt 4 года назад +51

      I think its already busy.

    • @yafoogi3246
      @yafoogi3246 4 года назад +33

      Jerry Bulger what?

    • @Rebecca023
      @Rebecca023 4 года назад +17

      Jerry Bulger random af but agreed.

    • @yomamasaccount
      @yomamasaccount 4 года назад +24

      @@jerrybulger5267 ?? What does trump have to do with her and the food cart?

    • @jerrybulger5267
      @jerrybulger5267 4 года назад +9

      @@yomamasaccount --- I'm just pointing out that she unites America --- and Commie Trump divides us like the traitor he is

  • @a.goldenone
    @a.goldenone 2 года назад +6

    This woman is awesome. She is clearly motivated by feeding them food and LOVE 💖

  • @angelnicole513
    @angelnicole513 Год назад +6

    Absolutely love her energy, spirit and outlook on life :)

  • @niceguy123ish
    @niceguy123ish 4 года назад +845

    Damn, its so interesting how people in NY get to know eachother so well, even with the food workers. Food looks really good as always too, now im hungry dammit.

    • @RBeeMedia
      @RBeeMedia 4 года назад +1

      Same, I gotta go make myself a similar breakfast even though it’s not gonna be as good lol

    • @rmknicks
      @rmknicks 4 года назад +8

      Here you get to be friends with your breakfast person and your bartender.

    • @user-xi2if4tq2g
      @user-xi2if4tq2g 4 года назад +21

      If you go to the same place multiple times a week or every day, you'll get to know the people serving you. Humans are creatures of habit even in a big city like New York.

    • @justingarcia7722
      @justingarcia7722 4 года назад +8

      A big part of that is in NYC many of us get all our meals out. We have people we see for our coffee,breakfast, after work drink ...you get to know them, it's part of the movement of the city

    • @ceecee7879
      @ceecee7879 4 года назад +1

      DingBoinka Jenga Food brings the NYC together 🙌🏼

  • @elonnabettini
    @elonnabettini 4 года назад +515

    NYC can be such a lonely place because so many people come from everywhere else -away from their family and friends. but your bodega workers, your coffee people, your street food vendors, even your neighbors become part of your NYC family. We’re all looking out and just trying to get by. LOVE mama jo 🖤

    • @seemarawal5717
      @seemarawal5717 4 года назад +8

      Lovely comment and so true for every cosmopolitan city in the entire world.

    • @SurprisinglyDeep
      @SurprisinglyDeep 4 года назад +2

      @@seemarawal5717
      Not true of all cities. Like in and around around Vancouver where I live I know enough to know that thats rare here. Granted I befriended a woman barista at a Seattle's Best Coffee that was part of a Mac's. However as far as I know I was the only person that befriended the barista at that location.

    • @seemarawal5717
      @seemarawal5717 4 года назад +1

      Of course there ll be exceptions ,i said something in general terms not on every cosmopolitan city.

    • @SurprisinglyDeep
      @SurprisinglyDeep 4 года назад

      @@seemarawal5717 Seema Rawal Seema Rawal No, that is not what you wrote. You specifically wrote that her comment applied to "every cosmopolitan city in the world."

    • @seemarawal5717
      @seemarawal5717 4 года назад

      @@SurprisinglyDeep You want me to apologize for my comment ,would it make you happy?

  • @rizkierwin6488
    @rizkierwin6488 2 года назад +1

    Her energy....wow...
    Just watching this video make me happy.
    I wish you good health mama

  • @peacefworld
    @peacefworld Год назад +7

    Mama Joe is so chill and positive. We need more people like her in our life.

  • @sairathealchemist
    @sairathealchemist 3 года назад +678

    This is exactly how customer service should be anywhere. I was a server for 10 years and most of my now closest friends started off as my customers. People like authenticity over cookie cutter service most times.

    • @zzzarkka
      @zzzarkka 2 года назад +7

      If you want true authenticity, you’d tell customers how dumb they are. Unfortunately you can’t do that without losing your job. Can’t tell how many times I’ve wanted my tables to speak the fuck up so I can hear them. Or when they say they’re ready but they just say “oh! I get a side??? I have options? Honey what do you want for your side?”Then continue to argue with each other while I’m standing there like 👀”
      Edit: forgot to add I’m in SW Florida where majority of my guest of old people. Good money but damn.

    • @bimapamungkas9109
      @bimapamungkas9109 2 года назад +31

      @@zzzarkka I dont think customer service is for you.

    • @GabeDoesStuff5432123
      @GabeDoesStuff5432123 Год назад

      I have only two years of experience, but I learned that lesson pretty early on and from a customer, no less. When a customer came frequently enough, I'd learn their name and even be able to recognize their voice over the speaker, and I'd call them by name. Eventually, regulars for your company become regulars for you. I've had customers follow me to other stores so I could continue to serve them because they liked me. Customers like that have this magical ability to eclipse the otherwise shitty parts of the job and make it worth doing.

    • @NazriB
      @NazriB Год назад

      Lies again? Marine Soldier Great Food

    • @cesnav7593
      @cesnav7593 Год назад

      I appreciate people like her, but 4 hours of sleep daily, is so unhealthy.

  • @FrankLoon
    @FrankLoon 3 года назад +5

    I never met Mama Jo but she's so lovable... I kinda feel like I know her. With such a sunny disposition and positive outlook on life, I can't help but like her. *A LOT!*

  • @lovesallanimals9948
    @lovesallanimals9948 Год назад +10

    The world needs more people like Mama Jo!!!

  • @eddieaguirre605
    @eddieaguirre605 4 года назад +474

    Why would you go to Starbucks when you can go see Mamma Jo ?

    • @jecko89
      @jecko89 4 года назад

      Eddie Aguirre wifi, and restrooms

    • @-EchoesIntoEternity-
      @-EchoesIntoEternity- 4 года назад +4

      @@jecko89 and the meth

    • @jecko89
      @jecko89 4 года назад +3

      sneakapikachu and so called “offensive” christmas cups and pumpkin spice latte

    • @iMoreAsianR
      @iMoreAsianR 4 года назад +23

      hey man, someone's gotta give business to starbucks. All those overeducated 20 year olds working there have art degrees and coke habits to pay off lmfaooo.

    • @sidhanthaneogi8615
      @sidhanthaneogi8615 4 года назад

      Ninjuke holy shit lmao

  • @Karnage215
    @Karnage215 4 года назад +858

    She oozes positive energy. Made this grumpy stoner smile quite a bit. thanks.

    • @ThatGuy-hc2ei
      @ThatGuy-hc2ei 4 года назад +29

      Maybe she can inspire you to be something other than a loser pothead?

    • @Karnage215
      @Karnage215 4 года назад +6

      @@ThatGuy-hc2ei probably

    • @ThatGuy-hc2ei
      @ThatGuy-hc2ei 4 года назад +6

      @SeriousMMedia "ok" Tell me about how successful mr Karnage the pothead loser is. Please
      "grumpy stoner" as he presents himself really do sound like someone who's very succesful.

    • @ThatGuy-hc2ei
      @ThatGuy-hc2ei 4 года назад

      @@Karnage215 That's nice to hear. I used to be a pothead too but it was only sweet for so long, got real tired of it.

    • @Karnage215
      @Karnage215 4 года назад +48

      @@ThatGuy-hc2ei im 20 relax lmao

  • @randall5350
    @randall5350 3 года назад

    These NYC street vendors are such humbling and encouraging people. Really enjoy these videos

  • @treeightoh3003
    @treeightoh3003 3 года назад

    She seems so genuine and so sweet full of life!!! 68 and still working!! take notes youngins!!! You go momma jo blessings to you and yours in 2021 and beyond until the end of time! 🙏

  • @sylvestervats
    @sylvestervats 4 года назад +140

    She's the cutest, sweetest most energetic grandma I've ever seen. And yes so beautiful. She's just so adorable.

  • @artg6325
    @artg6325 4 года назад +154

    These food cart owners are genuinely the most happiest humans I've ever seen.

    • @leorickt.9604
      @leorickt.9604 4 года назад +10

      The simple pleasure of owning your own business and working hard

    • @angelaguilar8413
      @angelaguilar8413 3 года назад +5

      Plenty of human interaction n having a strong sense of community will do that :)

  • @ninjaundermyskin
    @ninjaundermyskin Год назад +2

    Love this story. I have probably watched this 15-20 times, and I always come back

  • @reginagalgay8063
    @reginagalgay8063 2 года назад +4

    I love you mama Joe!! You are an absolute inspiration to the younger generations you are a true example of hard work pays off!!!

  • @edwardchan5501
    @edwardchan5501 4 года назад +761

    Hurt mama jo and the whole newyork will come after you.

    • @kevingoins9858
      @kevingoins9858 4 года назад +13

      Damn straight.

    • @kevingoins9858
      @kevingoins9858 4 года назад +26

      @@skanwar7124 She was robbed on the street while working.

    • @Michaeldangis2
      @Michaeldangis2 4 года назад +25

      @@kevingoins9858 Can't believe someone would do that to mama jo

    • @kevingoins9858
      @kevingoins9858 4 года назад +26

      @@Michaeldangis2 I know. There's a special place in hell for creeps who do that.

    • @zekemejia6453
      @zekemejia6453 4 года назад +3

      Edward Chandra I laugh and I also take this seriously. Mixed emotions rn But ok

  • @danidan131455
    @danidan131455 4 года назад +236

    Mama Jo needs to be protected at all costs.

    • @padraig5335
      @padraig5335 4 года назад +7

      Right along with the dude from mo's

    • @pedroportillo1585
      @pedroportillo1585 3 года назад +1

      YES!!!!! She is one of the last of the purest of souls!!!!

  • @amittttttt1
    @amittttttt1 11 месяцев назад +2

    What a lady! she is a true mama through and through. Beautiful, tough, energetic, friendly, kind, hardworking and more... NYC is lucky to have her. We need more mamas like her in the world.

  • @blackinthecore
    @blackinthecore Месяц назад

    I started going to Mama Jo's breakfast cart on a daily basis after watching this video. Her food is soul-nourishing. My favorite is the olive bread, which is so savory. I also love the veggie omelet and home fries. Her Greek tiropitata and spanakopita are also delightful. I love Greek food, and I love Mama Jo.

  • @jatt610
    @jatt610 3 года назад +173

    When she said “ If I die the truck dies with me” - Suddenly I realised She’s a LEGEND 💯❤️🙏 BLESS HER

  • @wauliepalnuts6134
    @wauliepalnuts6134 4 года назад +754

    *_I WAS HER VERY FIRST CUSTOMER OVER 35 YEARS AGO WHEN I WAS AN UP AND COMING LAWYER._*
    *_I HAVE SINCE RETIRED, BUT SHE IS STILL GOING AT IT. AMAZING._*

    • @sneakyninja5802
      @sneakyninja5802 4 года назад +5

      sickening.

    • @Mw3noobeata
      @Mw3noobeata 4 года назад +68

      Harder worker than u pussy

    • @anthonymedina9710
      @anthonymedina9710 4 года назад +30

      Ramona1isa chill 😂😂

    • @CyberDog4304
      @CyberDog4304 4 года назад +29

      Big Richard enjoy ur retirement sir

    • @Mrdopeboy213
      @Mrdopeboy213 4 года назад +13

      Fucking bull shiit.. 35 years ago you probably doing cartwheels in the sack

  • @ruthiechapina1747
    @ruthiechapina1747 9 месяцев назад

    I love her attitude and this video!

  • @Nathan-hi9uu
    @Nathan-hi9uu Год назад +3

    This why I love New York you meet new people everyday and people more often view you as a person instead of just a worker. It’s great to see her making long time friends and real connections with her customers.

  • @philipl.7188
    @philipl.7188 4 года назад +176

    "You want a frapedaki?" Hahahha that's like the most greek thing you'll hear in america boys.

  • @doopdedoop13
    @doopdedoop13 4 года назад +423

    "If you have a problem leave it to tommorow babe. Tommorow that problem might not even be there"

    • @justmyselfj
      @justmyselfj 4 года назад +16

      That's a really bad advice

    • @doopdedoop13
      @doopdedoop13 4 года назад +9

      @@justmyselfjI respect that not everything is for everyone, find something that fits your lifestyle :) this just fit mine

    • @ligiarodriguez9780
      @ligiarodriguez9780 4 года назад +13

      @@justmyselfj it really isn't many of us worry about unsubstantial things that we can't do anything about ... That job you just lost won't matter 3 months on when you have a new one , o you have no money but you'll eat and still be here 10 years from now or your wife left you boohoo reflect and on to the next one . You can be more qualified a better husband and save money so those things are less likely but they can still happen .The thing is we are so obsessed with having things the way we believe they're supposed to be instead of accepting and enjoying reality . When you're dying you won't be like 'oh remember that anxiety I had in my 20s that made me lonely' or 'those colleagues that hated me' point is tomorrow it doesn't matter

    • @ktolwal
      @ktolwal 4 года назад

      But does Tomorrow know that?

    • @blakeandcamp
      @blakeandcamp 4 года назад +3

      @@justmyselfj Shut the hell up

  • @jonathandavimes8981
    @jonathandavimes8981 2 года назад +3

    Genuine stories about Genuine people. Mama Jo is an absolute treasure in New York.

  • @divastylemebane
    @divastylemebane 3 месяца назад

    Her energy and spirit is absolutely everything ❤

  • @yengov4124
    @yengov4124 4 года назад +103

    Her personality is infectious! I really love seeing stories like these.

  • @numbaoneg101
    @numbaoneg101 4 года назад +315

    7:11 How can anyone try to rob a lady like this?!?! I love how she wasn’t afraid to chase after them, ppl like her make NYC what it is 🙂

    • @DAILYDOSE420
      @DAILYDOSE420 4 года назад +20

      I got hot water i can fix em 😁🤣😂😂

    • @johnnywrench9669
      @johnnywrench9669 4 года назад +23

      Only a real scumbag would even try to do such a cruel thing.

    • @a1thebarber192
      @a1thebarber192 4 года назад +14

      I thought the same thing. You have to be a real piece of shit.

  • @sonnychhuon2694
    @sonnychhuon2694 7 месяцев назад

    Mama Jo is winning @ life!
    She’s amazing!!

  • @hafidzmoech6518
    @hafidzmoech6518 3 года назад +1

    this is actually so sweet, it really touches my heart :')))

  • @kiDkiDkiD12
    @kiDkiDkiD12 4 года назад +320

    Best food series on RUclips! Street food icons is just the best.

  • @anythingsgood236
    @anythingsgood236 4 года назад +637

    Whenever I go to NY, this will be a stop for sure.

    • @patricemarie2960
      @patricemarie2960 4 года назад +3

      Most definitely! .... Amazing .... she stayed
      in the same location all these years! ..... Hope
      everyone tips well ....... this nice hardworking lady! ......

    • @OgSleep
      @OgSleep 4 года назад +15

      That and the 2 dollar burger guy for sure

    • @AnnarieNicole
      @AnnarieNicole 4 года назад +1

      Absolutely ❤️

    • @troytaylor5746
      @troytaylor5746 4 года назад +1

      Agreed

  • @ThatJakeGuy99
    @ThatJakeGuy99 3 года назад +2

    Immeasurable respect for Momma Jo. Long may she run. ❤❤❤👏

  • @49ersfarm43
    @49ersfarm43 Год назад

    Bless you Mama Jo! We all need some light in our lives!!

  • @kla2552
    @kla2552 4 года назад +348

    when the chef is happy the food will be great

  • @vxsa5546
    @vxsa5546 3 года назад +1141

    I've never met this women but I feel emotionally attached to her.

    • @allisonmorrissey2078
      @allisonmorrissey2078 3 года назад +7

      Aww ❤

    • @666myname666
      @666myname666 2 года назад +18

      visit nyc. You will be amazed. Yes there a m illion entitled black men acting tough but once you ignore those punks you will see Gems like Mama jo.

    • @werovivero9219
      @werovivero9219 2 года назад +19

      @@666myname666 what you mean?

    • @musiczkl98
      @musiczkl98 2 года назад +1

      @@werovivero9219 they dont like black people lol

    • @djh2252
      @djh2252 2 года назад +11

      @@666myname666 racially motvated

  • @richardwallace290
    @richardwallace290 3 года назад +3

    Thats what its all about if you can make someone smile it makes their day the love joy and happiness she has is brilliant 👏

  • @aussie_has_fomo
    @aussie_has_fomo Год назад +1

    I love this beautiful soul!!! Mama Jo is living life 🙌❤️ Will drop by for brekky when I’m in NYC

  • @Spaceman329
    @Spaceman329 4 года назад +1815

    When you realize you work only three streets away...
    ***Update***
    When this covid pandemic blows over: Joe meets Mama Jo

    • @Eli08ish
      @Eli08ish 4 года назад +1

      Lmao.

    • @Eli08ish
      @Eli08ish 4 года назад +1

      Love you!!!!

    • @mdiddy3873
      @mdiddy3873 4 года назад +7

      So how was it? Where's the trip report?

    • @jebbus8387
      @jebbus8387 4 года назад +2

      How was it?

    • @wherethehoochiesat4210
      @wherethehoochiesat4210 4 года назад +5

      Update? How u gonna post this and not immediately edit ur post after meeting her

  • @butubahu-9263
    @butubahu-9263 4 года назад +2202

    Mama Jo: I wake up at 11:45
    Me: that's a little late for breakfast
    Mama Jo: 11:45 in the evening
    Me:
    Me watching this video at 2am still trying to sleep:

    • @southernindigo1973
      @southernindigo1973 4 года назад +22

      Here. Here.. Yeah, I'm still awake and it's 1:34am. I wish I had her energy and I bet she sleeps very well.

    • @SACRIFICE363
      @SACRIFICE363 4 года назад +2

      sameeeeeeeeeeeeee

    • @danhartwigPerch
      @danhartwigPerch 4 года назад +3

      1:40 here in San Diego

    • @kim_nguyen_
      @kim_nguyen_ 4 года назад +2

      @@southernindigo1973 oh man, I read this exactly at 2am here.

    • @tasha3322
      @tasha3322 4 года назад

      Exactly

  • @AbuSofian88
    @AbuSofian88 2 года назад

    it's and overwhelming positive vibe. Thank you mama Jo, you made my day whole lot better.

  • @dadaTunes
    @dadaTunes 3 года назад +29

    When she said she gets up at 11:45 I was like that’s a pretty late start. Then I realized she meant 11:45pm the night before. 🥴

    • @666myname666
      @666myname666 2 года назад

      yes and 12:00 every 3rd Wednesday is the time you collect your welfare cheque hey ?

  • @luisangeles4453
    @luisangeles4453 4 года назад +25

    The ending was the best part! Her speech made me feel like I can do anything and everything now!! I love this lady and her attitude.

  • @mrgeringer
    @mrgeringer 4 года назад +71

    “If you want to do things, you can do it in this country”
    So true! From a true American immigrant!

    • @gj3514
      @gj3514 4 года назад +9

      American immigrants made the country what it is today. Without them the country wouldn't be as great as it is.

    • @mck1513
      @mck1513 4 года назад +5

      *european migrants

    • @anaa.1630
      @anaa.1630 4 года назад +2

      McK15 no just immigrants in general

    • @shubhankardasgupta4777
      @shubhankardasgupta4777 4 года назад +1

      *south and south-east migrants

    • @mck1513
      @mck1513 4 года назад

      So stupid and delusional you’re a migrant yourself

  • @mskishamonique
    @mskishamonique Год назад

    I love the NY Munchie videos. Mama Jo is so sweet.

  • @blackinthecore
    @blackinthecore 25 дней назад

    Wow, isn't it amazing how hidden gems like Mama Jo's can be right under our noses in NYC? I had the same experience after stumbling upon her cart, and now I'm hooked too! Her warmth and hospitality truly make every visit special. I recently posted a food vlog on my channel that pairs perfectly with the Vice Munchies video about her. If you get a chance, check it out! It's great to see Mama Jo getting the recognition she deserves. Here's to supporting local treasures like hers! 🌟

  • @aubry980
    @aubry980 4 года назад +406

    “Ay yo ma lemme get a baconeggncheese”

  • @TheGAMBOL13
    @TheGAMBOL13 4 года назад +246

    “And if you have a big problem, leave it for tomorrow, babe. Tomorrow, maybe it’s not going to be there. “ ❤️

    • @mrbiz7774
      @mrbiz7774 4 года назад +2

      lol terrible advice...procrastination shouldn't be applauded.

    • @Snitchich
      @Snitchich 4 года назад +6

      Mr Biz I dont think she means procrastination. I think she meant to not worry about problems that might just be in your head. Sometimes we make problems in our head, thats really not there.

    • @jerrybulger5267
      @jerrybulger5267 4 года назад +1

      Mama Jo needs to sell merch with that phrase on it

    • @ralphmoreno8501
      @ralphmoreno8501 4 года назад

      YES. and whatever you do, do NOT see a doctor about it!

    • @nutmalone5527
      @nutmalone5527 4 года назад +1

      What a shit quote

  • @timothyogden9761
    @timothyogden9761 2 года назад +3

    This woman is nothing but inspiration! Thank you Mama Jo.

  • @ThatDamnTaurus
    @ThatDamnTaurus 3 года назад

    this bought me so much joy keep doing what you love!!

  • @iistyleszii
    @iistyleszii 4 года назад +79

    I used to be a barista and cook. Its hard work serving lines of ppl like that. This woman is twice my age at least. Props to her.