Mama Jo is NYC's Official Grandmother of Breakfast | Street Food Icons

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  • @Khan-xq4ef
    @Khan-xq4ef 5 років тому +6640

    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 5 років тому +233

      And taste good and doesn't cost alot

    • @ButtermilkChicken617
      @ButtermilkChicken617 5 років тому +305

      Facts bro gotta support the local people not the corporations !

    • @xtra_612
      @xtra_612 5 років тому +47

      And cheap

    • @jannickpedersen4620
      @jannickpedersen4620 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +51

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

  • @jasony2221
    @jasony2221 4 роки тому +9339

    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 4 роки тому +281

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

    • @leosanchez101
      @leosanchez101 4 роки тому +150

      Thanks for the update

    • @user-lf1os3sh5c
      @user-lf1os3sh5c 4 роки тому +78

      So glad to hear that she's doing well

    • @bringittome919
      @bringittome919 4 роки тому +57

      That's reassuring to hear. Thanks!

    • @inquisitive504
      @inquisitive504 4 роки тому +24

      Good to know. Thanks ☺️

  • @richardschindler8822
    @richardschindler8822 5 років тому +2649

    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 5 років тому +12

      What do you recommend?

    • @rezaadara7866
      @rezaadara7866 5 років тому +12

      Please relay my regards, she seems lovely

    • @xedn
      @xedn 5 років тому +8

      I’m trying see her before she dies

    • @ahmadreiza2827
      @ahmadreiza2827 5 років тому +58

      @@xedn or before you di..

    • @a.s945
      @a.s945 5 років тому +9

      @@ahmadreiza2827 e

  • @mississippiapple1078
    @mississippiapple1078 Рік тому +200

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

    • @geneticvega3038
      @geneticvega3038 Місяць тому +6

      Unfortunately she just passed away. I didn't get my chance to meet her. Sad to see her go. May she R.I.P.

    • @mississippiapple1078
      @mississippiapple1078 Місяць тому +3

      @@geneticvega3038 omg! Didn't know that! She's an angel now

  • @FoodandFootprints
    @FoodandFootprints 5 років тому +8072

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

    • @melissaonorati2243
      @melissaonorati2243 5 років тому +62

      God bless her; Jesus Loves You

    • @christiannovak941
      @christiannovak941 5 років тому +94

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

    • @TJ-nk4de
      @TJ-nk4de 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +12

      Quote comments don't deserve likes.

    • @Nelson4207
      @Nelson4207 5 років тому +33

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

  • @fritz411
    @fritz411 5 років тому +858

    "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!

    • @samiulhasanqwerty
      @samiulhasanqwerty 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +11

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

    • @yeseniacasco4213
      @yeseniacasco4213 5 років тому

      So amazing and happy

    • @JohnSmith-gq9gn
      @JohnSmith-gq9gn 5 років тому +2

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

  • @wyremu4330
    @wyremu4330 4 роки тому +3333

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

    • @NiekKuijpers
      @NiekKuijpers 4 роки тому +72

      Mine always get bigger when i do that :(

    • @pegatrisedmice
      @pegatrisedmice 4 роки тому +53

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

    • @marcopazini6849
      @marcopazini6849 3 роки тому +9

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

    • @khaho1756
      @khaho1756 3 роки тому +22

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

    • @ronbuil6923
      @ronbuil6923 3 роки тому +2

      yeah that's immature advice lmao.

  • @lilly7780
    @lilly7780 3 роки тому +658

    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 роки тому +9

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

    • @Armyan1988
      @Armyan1988 2 роки тому +5

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

    • @jesuisfanueal
      @jesuisfanueal 2 роки тому +2

      Love to Armenia as well 🇦🇲🇪🇹

    • @lizardlizrn9185
      @lizardlizrn9185 2 роки тому +1

      I’m Armenian too 💚💚💚

    • @luckystarpiano
      @luckystarpiano 2 роки тому +1

      ❤️❤️🇦🇲🇦🇲

  • @AxelZB1992
    @AxelZB1992 5 років тому +2221

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

    • @DONI53_53
      @DONI53_53 4 роки тому +7

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

    • @dkr7517
      @dkr7517 4 роки тому

      @@DONI53_53 jajaajaa same

    • @Gunnersman1510
      @Gunnersman1510 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      @@Gunnersman1510 FUCK NO

    • @youtubepolice2552
      @youtubepolice2552 4 роки тому

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

  • @dianafox3513
    @dianafox3513 5 років тому +769

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

    • @nichorebi
      @nichorebi 5 років тому +1

      Absolutely agree with that.

    • @dianafox3513
      @dianafox3513 5 років тому

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

    • @Yonick1999z
      @Yonick1999z 5 років тому +4

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

  • @kimarciniega7163
    @kimarciniega7163 5 років тому +1551

    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 5 років тому +48

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

    • @Nytingalle
      @Nytingalle 5 років тому +13

      Tee Bo who hurt you?

    • @louieyan5255
      @louieyan5255 5 років тому +1

      Sarah Quinliven lmao fr

    • @LA12312
      @LA12312 5 років тому +1

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

    • @xMACxBRII
      @xMACxBRII 5 років тому +2

      Definitely depends on the problem

  • @meyerspitz7737
    @meyerspitz7737 3 роки тому +182

    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!

  • @44years54
    @44years54 5 років тому +19083

    We finally found out who Joe Mama is.

  • @rez9386
    @rez9386 4 роки тому +6543

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

    • @jeanniem2563
      @jeanniem2563 4 роки тому +138

      her joy's evident! ☺️😍

    • @ManUntdForever
      @ManUntdForever 4 роки тому +44

      Well said.

    • @InspireApon
      @InspireApon 4 роки тому +189

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

    • @rez9386
      @rez9386 4 роки тому +159

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

    • @saulbravo3485
      @saulbravo3485 4 роки тому +111

      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.

  • @frankiel3767
    @frankiel3767 5 років тому +590

    I love her accent, Greek and old school New York

  • @Seoulsearcher131
    @Seoulsearcher131 3 роки тому +926

    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 3 роки тому +7

      Your name is Seoul searcher but your profile is Toronto lol

    • @Seoulsearcher131
      @Seoulsearcher131 3 роки тому +5

      @@minggus9649 lol I live in Toronto atm..

    • @aadityarajsudarshan3848
      @aadityarajsudarshan3848 3 роки тому +28

      @@minggus9649 probably still searching for Seoul

    • @miciboo9993
      @miciboo9993 2 роки тому +2

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

    • @KingAshleys
      @KingAshleys 2 роки тому

      Same

  • @sasukecoochieha
    @sasukecoochieha 5 років тому +590

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

    • @LfunkeyA
      @LfunkeyA 5 років тому +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 роки тому +3

      Capitalism: Hold my beer..

    • @azra5648
      @azra5648 4 роки тому +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 4 роки тому

      criminallyvulgar well not me, not all things go your way

    • @aravinthsrisivasritharan4098
      @aravinthsrisivasritharan4098 4 роки тому

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

  • @sebastiencharette6637
    @sebastiencharette6637 4 роки тому +1276

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

    • @jackischilling9435
      @jackischilling9435 4 роки тому +1

      She human not a tank lol

    • @AbsoluteWarlord1
      @AbsoluteWarlord1 4 роки тому +26

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

    • @jackischilling9435
      @jackischilling9435 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @christianpaul5224
      @christianpaul5224 3 роки тому

      IT's because she like what she doing.

    • @reginagalgay8063
      @reginagalgay8063 3 роки тому

      A true example of hard work pays off

  • @Giovanni33364
    @Giovanni33364 5 років тому +881

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

  • @n5r15
    @n5r15 3 роки тому +284

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

    • @marcopazini6849
      @marcopazini6849 3 роки тому +6

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

    • @nenaj1
      @nenaj1 3 роки тому +1

      She’s not an animal Wtf 😳

    • @anantawijaya4336
      @anantawijaya4336 2 роки тому +1

      @@marcopazini6849 good luck with your stress and depression

  • @FoodandFootprints
    @FoodandFootprints 5 років тому +1629

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

    • @M4TTYN
      @M4TTYN 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +2

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

    • @Rick_Smooth
      @Rick_Smooth 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +4

      Exactly I love this channel

    • @lawreecefluellen1020
      @lawreecefluellen1020 5 років тому +2

      I LOVE this series!

  • @abhijeetpatil7653
    @abhijeetpatil7653 4 роки тому +979

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

  • @kurtusky13
    @kurtusky13 5 років тому +373

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

    • @mauz791
      @mauz791 5 років тому +1

      Holy shit good eyes there

  • @brokestudio_
    @brokestudio_ 3 роки тому +972

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

    • @wtfsamusidk7574
      @wtfsamusidk7574 3 роки тому +1

      Hellstar Remina

    • @conversationswithadrianne
      @conversationswithadrianne 3 роки тому +2

      Literally 😂

    • @tahamohammad1741
      @tahamohammad1741 3 роки тому +18

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

    • @cwg73160
      @cwg73160 3 роки тому +41

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

    • @moose43h
      @moose43h 3 роки тому +31

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

  • @leisuretimeuploads
    @leisuretimeuploads 5 років тому +1108

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

    • @venividivici4253
      @venividivici4253 5 років тому +8

      Konstantinos Arvanitakis This is Sparta.

    • @valentine34
      @valentine34 4 роки тому

      are we cousins arvanitakis here to were are you from?

    • @denboy3394
      @denboy3394 4 роки тому +2

      🇹🇷

    • @zoey8430
      @zoey8430 4 роки тому +1

      Florina 🙌🏻

    • @punchisclap
      @punchisclap 4 роки тому +6

      @@denboy3394 nobody cares about erdogan country

  • @brett8460
    @brett8460 4 роки тому +2323

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

    • @haruhidude
      @haruhidude 4 роки тому +87

      Heroes come and go, but legends never die.

    • @playrewindff
      @playrewindff 4 роки тому +19

      She must live forever. Protect her at all costs

    • @Sheogoratful
      @Sheogoratful 4 роки тому

      Like the Going Merry

    • @hollownite6859
      @hollownite6859 4 роки тому +10

      @Brian you could always learn to stfu you know

    • @stephaniern33
      @stephaniern33 4 роки тому +3

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

  • @stuckinthepastproductions4329
    @stuckinthepastproductions4329 5 років тому +2723

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

    • @malct6545
      @malct6545 5 років тому +22

      Because procrastination solves everything. 😒

    • @alext1452
      @alext1452 5 років тому +10

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

    • @stuckinthepastproductions4329
      @stuckinthepastproductions4329 5 років тому +16

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

    • @exelchannel8806
      @exelchannel8806 5 років тому +5

      Vodka helps.

    • @captainmoso504
      @captainmoso504 5 років тому +6

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

  • @Suigotae
    @Suigotae 4 місяці тому +24

    RIP Mama Jo. It was always on my list to visit here but I never made. Rest well Mama Jo. I just know you’re serving up the best BEC to some legends in heaven right now x

    • @dukejason
      @dukejason 2 місяці тому +1

      omgi just read this, may she rest in peace.

    • @geneticvega3038
      @geneticvega3038 Місяць тому +3

      Wait what???....no dammit. I was just about to go visit wth bruh. I really wanted to finally meet her. May she R. I. P.

    • @Suigotae
      @Suigotae Місяць тому

      @@geneticvega3038 same :( they announced it on her IG a few months back. So sad

  • @toozombie6275
    @toozombie6275 4 роки тому +2542

    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 роки тому +57

      oh i thought she was there all day

    • @plapoytasplapi1013
      @plapoytasplapi1013 3 роки тому +13

      she was born there...

    • @zzzarkka
      @zzzarkka 2 роки тому +66

      Those hours are truly taxing on the human body.

    • @brandonmcgee1678
      @brandonmcgee1678 2 роки тому +13

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

    • @grevier22
      @grevier22 2 роки тому +4

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

  • @elonnabettini
    @elonnabettini 5 років тому +517

    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 5 років тому +8

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

    • @SurprisinglyDeep
      @SurprisinglyDeep 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +1

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

    • @SurprisinglyDeep
      @SurprisinglyDeep 5 років тому

      @@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 5 років тому

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

  • @sylvestervats
    @sylvestervats 5 років тому +140

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

  • @davidshort8344
    @davidshort8344 2 роки тому +15

    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! 💗

  • @niceguy123ish
    @niceguy123ish 5 років тому +849

    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 5 років тому +1

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

    • @rmknicks
      @rmknicks 5 років тому +8

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

    • @user-xi2if4tq2g
      @user-xi2if4tq2g 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +1

      DingBoinka Jenga Food brings the NYC together 🙌🏼

  • @ionceateapinecone
    @ionceateapinecone 4 роки тому +1777

    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 роки тому +14

      Lmao u shud see who owns all the dispensaries in cali

    • @vishwapatel3359
      @vishwapatel3359 4 роки тому +5

      Factss

    • @xanthippus3190
      @xanthippus3190 4 роки тому +14

      *legal immigrants

    • @ionceateapinecone
      @ionceateapinecone 4 роки тому +108

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

    • @coderr_
      @coderr_ 4 роки тому +6

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

  • @Rebecca023
    @Rebecca023 5 років тому +877

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

    • @y4nnickschmitt
      @y4nnickschmitt 5 років тому +51

      I think its already busy.

    • @yafoogi3246
      @yafoogi3246 5 років тому +32

      Jerry Bulger what?

    • @Rebecca023
      @Rebecca023 5 років тому +17

      Jerry Bulger random af but agreed.

    • @yomamasaccount
      @yomamasaccount 5 років тому +23

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

    • @jerrybulger5267
      @jerrybulger5267 5 років тому +9

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

  • @DarknessFalls29
    @DarknessFalls29 2 роки тому +132

    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 Рік тому

      Have you had a chance to visit her carry yet?

    • @DarknessFalls29
      @DarknessFalls29 Рік тому +3

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

    • @sismissasa
      @sismissasa Рік тому

      what about now@@DarknessFalls29

    • @stormblessed2321
      @stormblessed2321 11 місяців тому

      ​@DarknessFalls29 how bout now?

    • @2anYm
      @2anYm 6 місяців тому

      How about now?

  • @yengov4124
    @yengov4124 5 років тому +104

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

  • @Karnage215
    @Karnage215 5 років тому +860

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

    • @ThatGuy-hc2ei
      @ThatGuy-hc2ei 5 років тому +28

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

    • @Karnage215
      @Karnage215 5 років тому +6

      @@ThatGuy-hc2ei probably

    • @ThatGuy-hc2ei
      @ThatGuy-hc2ei 5 років тому +5

      @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 5 років тому

      @@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 5 років тому +48

      @@ThatGuy-hc2ei im 20 relax lmao

  • @sairathealchemist
    @sairathealchemist 4 роки тому +677

    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 роки тому +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 роки тому +31

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

    • @HerrHeltcel
      @HerrHeltcel 2 роки тому

      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 2 роки тому

      Lies again? Marine Soldier Great Food

    • @cesnav7593
      @cesnav7593 Рік тому

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

  • @philaman1972
    @philaman1972 2 роки тому +42

    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.

  • @Mayo501
    @Mayo501 4 роки тому +392

    "If you got a big problem, leave it for tomorrow, babe."
    I've been saying this for 20 years.

  • @jatt610
    @jatt610 4 роки тому +174

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

  • @luisangeles4453
    @luisangeles4453 5 років тому +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.

  • @geneticvega3038
    @geneticvega3038 Місяць тому +10

    Damn man, just found she passed away. Why is it always the good ones. I never got the chance to meet her. I was just about to go there and I found out that she's gone. I'm pretty sure everybody is missing her and her cart. May she R. I. P.

  • @edwardchan5501
    @edwardchan5501 5 років тому +763

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

    • @kevingoins9858
      @kevingoins9858 5 років тому +13

      Damn straight.

    • @kevingoins9858
      @kevingoins9858 5 років тому +26

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

    • @Michaeldangis2
      @Michaeldangis2 5 років тому +25

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

    • @kevingoins9858
      @kevingoins9858 5 років тому +26

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

    • @zekemejia6453
      @zekemejia6453 5 років тому +3

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

  • @PomazeBog1389
    @PomazeBog1389 5 років тому +757

    *_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 5 років тому +5

      sickening.

    • @handsoverface
      @handsoverface 5 років тому +68

      Harder worker than u pussy

    • @anthonymedina9710
      @anthonymedina9710 5 років тому +30

      Ramona1isa chill 😂😂

    • @CyberDog00
      @CyberDog00 5 років тому +29

      Big Richard enjoy ur retirement sir

    • @Mrdopeboy213
      @Mrdopeboy213 5 років тому +13

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

  • @numbaoneg101
    @numbaoneg101 5 років тому +316

    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 5 років тому +21

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

    • @johnnywrench9669
      @johnnywrench9669 5 років тому +24

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

    • @a1thebarber192
      @a1thebarber192 5 років тому +14

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

  • @CarolinasSweetTea
    @CarolinasSweetTea Рік тому +17

    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!!! ❤️

  • @artg6325
    @artg6325 4 роки тому +156

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

    • @leorickt.9604
      @leorickt.9604 4 роки тому +10

      The simple pleasure of owning your own business and working hard

    • @angelaguilar8413
      @angelaguilar8413 4 роки тому +5

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

  • @danidan131455
    @danidan131455 5 років тому +236

    Mama Jo needs to be protected at all costs.

    • @padraig5335
      @padraig5335 4 роки тому +7

      Right along with the dude from mo's

    • @pedroportillo1585
      @pedroportillo1585 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @eddieaguirre605
    @eddieaguirre605 5 років тому +475

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

    • @Nomangofed
      @Nomangofed 5 років тому

      Eddie Aguirre wifi, and restrooms

    • @-EchoesIntoEternity-
      @-EchoesIntoEternity- 5 років тому +4

      @@Nomangofed and the meth

    • @Nomangofed
      @Nomangofed 5 років тому +3

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

    • @iMoreAsianR
      @iMoreAsianR 5 років тому +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 5 років тому

      Ninjuke holy shit lmao

  • @OswaldMosley-rr5fg
    @OswaldMosley-rr5fg 3 роки тому +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.

  • @abrahamkim1078
    @abrahamkim1078 4 роки тому +107

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

  • @anythingsgood236
    @anythingsgood236 5 років тому +639

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

    • @patricemarie2960
      @patricemarie2960 5 років тому +3

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

    • @OgSleep
      @OgSleep 5 років тому +15

      That and the 2 dollar burger guy for sure

    • @AnnarieNicole
      @AnnarieNicole 5 років тому +1

      Absolutely ❤️

    • @troytaylor5746
      @troytaylor5746 5 років тому +1

      Agreed

  • @kiDkiDkiD12
    @kiDkiDkiD12 5 років тому +320

    Best food series on UA-cam! Street food icons is just the best.

  • @matthewmead121
    @matthewmead121 5 днів тому +2

    When she said if I die it dies with me. She was a woman of her word. Rest In Peace Momma JO.

  • @iistyleszii
    @iistyleszii 5 років тому +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.

  • @butubahu-9263
    @butubahu-9263 5 років тому +2200

    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:

  • @kla2552
    @kla2552 4 роки тому +348

    when the chef is happy the food will be great

  • @blueeyes74mes
    @blueeyes74mes 3 роки тому +18

    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!!!!

  • @alpacawarrior97
    @alpacawarrior97 5 років тому +36

    She's the kind of grandma that loves you so much, she kept feeding you foods everytime you visit her.

    • @kokovaleto
      @kokovaleto 5 років тому +2

      That's the Greek soul 😀

  • @MrsRBlack-si8kx
    @MrsRBlack-si8kx 4 роки тому +11

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

  • @vxsa5546
    @vxsa5546 4 роки тому +1134

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

    • @allisonmorrissey2078
      @allisonmorrissey2078 3 роки тому +6

      Aww ❤

    • @666myname666
      @666myname666 3 роки тому +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 3 роки тому +20

      @@666myname666 what you mean?

    • @musiczkl98
      @musiczkl98 3 роки тому +1

      @@werovivero9219 they dont like black people lol

    • @djh2252
      @djh2252 2 роки тому +12

      @@666myname666 racially motvated

  • @Actingskint
    @Actingskint Рік тому +35

    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 9 місяців тому

      Good word's my friend damn good word's

  • @mrgeringer
    @mrgeringer 5 років тому +71

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

    • @gj3514
      @gj3514 5 років тому +9

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

    • @mck1513
      @mck1513 5 років тому +4

      *european migrants

    • @anaa.1630
      @anaa.1630 5 років тому +2

      McK15 no just immigrants in general

    • @shubhankardasgupta4777
      @shubhankardasgupta4777 5 років тому +1

      *south and south-east migrants

    • @mck1513
      @mck1513 5 років тому

      So stupid and delusional you’re a migrant yourself

  • @lupitamonroy_9823
    @lupitamonroy_9823 4 роки тому +25

    Man the energy of this lady .. she is focused .. I admire her

  • @axem.8338
    @axem.8338 5 років тому +7

    The energy she has to pull off and the attitude she has towards life is just amazing.

  • @memeboi8472
    @memeboi8472 3 роки тому +166

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

  • @TheGAMBOL13
    @TheGAMBOL13 5 років тому +246

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

    • @mrbiz7774
      @mrbiz7774 5 років тому +2

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

    • @Snitchich
      @Snitchich 5 років тому +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 5 років тому +1

      Mama Jo needs to sell merch with that phrase on it

    • @whodidthat-p2k
      @whodidthat-p2k 5 років тому

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

    • @nutmalone5527
      @nutmalone5527 5 років тому +1

      What a shit quote

  • @Spaceman329
    @Spaceman329 4 роки тому +1816

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

    • @Eli08ish
      @Eli08ish 4 роки тому +1

      Lmao.

    • @Eli08ish
      @Eli08ish 4 роки тому +1

      Love you!!!!

    • @mdiddy3873
      @mdiddy3873 4 роки тому +7

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

    • @jebbus8387
      @jebbus8387 4 роки тому +2

      How was it?

    • @wherethehoochiesat4210
      @wherethehoochiesat4210 4 роки тому +5

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

  • @cucaracha2241
    @cucaracha2241 5 років тому +57

    She is the definition of the American dream! God bless you beautiful lady and keep it going!

  • @ReMiXzSz
    @ReMiXzSz 3 роки тому +544

    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 роки тому +36

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

    • @666myname666
      @666myname666 3 роки тому +5

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

    • @ReMiXzSz
      @ReMiXzSz 3 роки тому +9

      @@yanniskovalidis1600 yep I just prefer babushka to giagia

    • @xavier6037
      @xavier6037 2 роки тому

      Mi Milas Panos

    • @yellowsim3095
      @yellowsim3095 Рік тому

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

  • @AlliCanThinkAbout
    @AlliCanThinkAbout 5 років тому +15

    Huge respect and honestly it looks delicious. This kind of hardworking and kind people deserve everything. They just work hard, smile and repeat.The work ethic is so inspiring.

  • @pavelordonez5352
    @pavelordonez5352 5 років тому +11

    seriously who can dislike a video so pure like this ?????? i’m in love w her energy and how much she loves doing what she do

  • @Alrighttheniguess
    @Alrighttheniguess 4 роки тому +50

    She’s the positive we all need in our lives.

  • @saibliss7976
    @saibliss7976 4 роки тому +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 ❤️

  • @doopdedoop13
    @doopdedoop13 5 років тому +424

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

    • @justmyselfj
      @justmyselfj 5 років тому +15

      That's a really bad advice

    • @doopdedoop13
      @doopdedoop13 5 років тому +9

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

    • @ligiarodriguez9780
      @ligiarodriguez9780 5 років тому +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 5 років тому

      But does Tomorrow know that?

    • @blakeandcamp
      @blakeandcamp 5 років тому +3

      @@justmyselfj Shut the hell up

  • @angie1299
    @angie1299 4 роки тому +11

    I love her spunk and energy. She has passion in cooking and a genuine repertoire with her her customers and that's her draw to a successful business.

  • @philipl.7188
    @philipl.7188 5 років тому +177

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

  • @king17388
    @king17388 2 місяці тому +4

    Im absolutely devasted I was going to make a visit after watching this and I found out Mama Jo has passed away this July . Rest in Paradise to a legend. An incredible woman and she showed the Epitome of a what the New York food cart experience should be like

  • @kostasishadowi9148
    @kostasishadowi9148 5 років тому +120

    I love how she speaks with our greek accent like the time was frozen back to the day she just arrived to USA proud of my People guys you want it or not you accept it or not we are very good people generally :)

  • @jamiecalida5516
    @jamiecalida5516 4 роки тому +32

    I like her personality I'm always grumpy in the morning but person like her makes morning not so bad

  • @lawrencekin02
    @lawrencekin02 2 роки тому +20

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

  • @peacefworld
    @peacefworld 2 роки тому +7

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

  • @lbee171
    @lbee171 4 роки тому +9

    She works so hard and is so cheerful & happy. What a lovely lady, God bless her.

  • @maskon1625
    @maskon1625 5 років тому +9

    She made me want to change the way I think about things. What a wonderful human being ❣️

  • @mestizoboy
    @mestizoboy 5 років тому +10

    What a lovely woman.
    That's the kind of personality that makes you a die-hard regular customer; The food being good is a bonus.

  • @sannevorrink
    @sannevorrink 3 місяці тому +3

    I got to visit mama Jo in April. She was a ray of sunshine- i told her that I waited 10 years to visit her and she was so thankful to hear that. She even invited me into the cart and we even have a video together on her page. She was amazing. ❤

    • @geneticvega3038
      @geneticvega3038 Місяць тому

      She definitely was. I wish I would've got the chance to meet her. It's really heartbreaking that she's gone. May she R.I.P.

  • @skylar_kada
    @skylar_kada 5 років тому +4

    I’ve just been thinking of my grandma all day today, idky, and this lady literally reminds me sooo much of her!
    My grandma worked to the day she passed, never stopped, never ran out of energy or vivacity, and she loved what she did.
    Must be some truth to what Mama Jo says, do what you love and don’t stop doing things.

  • @cerogravity8653
    @cerogravity8653 5 років тому +77

    Not gonna lie when I was a freshman. In high school living in New York some of the best food I ate came from food carts even today some of the best food I have eaten is from food carts or trucks now

  • @jesushelpme7258
    @jesushelpme7258 3 роки тому +21

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

  • @a.goldenone
    @a.goldenone 3 роки тому +6

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

  • @lulun3724
    @lulun3724 5 років тому +25

    She seems friendly and content with what she does.

  • @SatriaKimGaming
    @SatriaKimGaming 4 роки тому +11

    She's such a positive vibe. And it's spread to those people around her ❤️

  • @kingwillbisthebest
    @kingwillbisthebest 5 років тому +6

    She is one of the reasons America is so awesome! So many cultures combining to produce some of the most delicious, authentic food in the world.

  • @thebookwasbutter
    @thebookwasbutter 4 місяці тому +2

    I'm so happy I got to meet her on my last visit to NYC. She was super friendly and kind. Amazing breakfast sandwiches. Rest in Peace to this icon

  • @sifery9943
    @sifery9943 5 років тому +25

    68 and still working the grind. Much respect~

  • @56brandonray
    @56brandonray 4 роки тому +30

    “If I die, it dies with me. That’s how it goes.” Realest shit I’ve ever heard

  • @aubry980
    @aubry980 5 років тому +407

    “Ay yo ma lemme get a baconeggncheese”

  • @lovesallanimals9948
    @lovesallanimals9948 2 роки тому +10

    The world needs more people like Mama Jo!!!