LOS ANGELES — 5/3/2026

A new street food trend in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley is drawing large crowds as familiar potato chip bags are transformed into complete meals with meat, rice, and various toppings.

This unique concept appeared at the SHAW food stall, located at 7257 Woodman Avenue, Van Nuys—a fresh destination alongside cultural spots like the first Palestinian bookstore in the U.S. opened in Los Angeles—where customers bring their favorite snack bags and staff turn them into a large meal on the spot.

How the "Snack Bag" Meal is Made

Customers hand over a snack bag—typically brands like Doritos or spicy chips—to the staff. Staff then cut the bag open and add several ingredients such as:
  • hot rice
  • beans
  • grilled chicken or beef
  • guacamole
  • cheese
  • lettuce
  • various other toppings
The result is a complete meal served right inside the snack bag, offering a crunchy, flavorful, and eye-catching experience. This trend brings new life to the area, even as some neighboring commercial districts face quiet streets due to a lack of visitors.

Going Viral on Social Media

Videos capturing the preparation process have gone viral on social media. Many clips show staff pouring hot rice, grilled meat, and toppings directly into the bags in front of customers. The success of this model demonstrates the effectiveness of leveraging Los Angeles social media promotion to reach younger audiences.

Images of snack bags being "transformed" into large meals have piqued curiosity, drawing crowds to try them out.

Pricing and Opening Hours

According to the stall, prices start from:
  • $13 for chicken
  • $14 for beef
The food stall is open daily from 11 AM to 11 PM and also offers catering for events.

The concept of combining snacks with hot food is seen as a new street food idea spreading from South Los Angeles to neighboring districts across the city.

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