Creative comfort food inspired by the messy, beautiful human experience — served from our food trailer, at pop-ups, festivals and your next event.
Mental Grillness is a Manitoba-based food business serving creative, unconventional comfort food inspired by mental-health experiences. We combine bold flavours, playful humour, and a distinctive brand to bring people together, raise mental-health awareness, and make people smile. Through food, pop-up events, merchandise, and creative products, we're building a brand that goes beyond the traditional food trailer.
The Overthinker
Three smashed patties stacked high with every topping we could think of — and then some.
Brain Fog Dog
A smoked sausage buried under a fog of crispy onions and white cheddar sauce.
The Mood Swing
Crispy chicken that swings from sweet to spicy with hot honey and pickles.
The Overthinker
Inspired by: Overthinking
At the heart of the brand is Rex, our lovable mascot, who helps bring the personality of Mental Grillness to life. We want every visit to feel welcoming, inclusive and approachable for everyone — whether you're coming for an unusual burger, picking up a sticker, or simply enjoying the atmosphere.
Find Us on InstagramCome Hungry. Leave Smiling.
Catch the trailer at the next pop-up or bring Mental Grillness to your event.
Book CateringFood Trailer
01Creative comfort food served through the Mental Grillness mobile food trailer.
Pop-Up Events & Festivals
02Unconventional burgers, hot dogs and comfort food at local events, markets and festivals.
Private Catering
03Bring the trailer and the menu to your private event or special occasion. Get in touch for details.
Merch & Creative Products
04Rex-themed stickers, apparel, pins, keychains, drinkware, journals and more — coming soon.
Our long-term vision goes beyond food: merchandise, collaborations, creative products and experiences that connect with people year-round — with playful, prescription-inspired packaging.
Rex Stickers
Coming Soon
Apparel
Coming Soon
Enamel Pins
Coming Soon
Keychains
Coming Soon
Drinkware
Coming Soon
Journals
Coming SoonBirthdays, backyard parties, workplace lunches and festivals across Manitoba. Tell us the date and the crowd, and we'll bring the trailer and the menu.
- Birthdays
- Backyard Parties
- Workplace Events
- Markets & Festivals
Carlos Bartsch · Founder
I've always loved food, but I've also always loved making people happy. There's something special about being able to bring people together over a good meal, share a laugh, and make someone's day just a little bit better.
Mental Grillness grew out of those two passions, along with a personal appreciation for the importance of mental health. Life isn't always easy, and many of us spend a lot of time dealing with things that other people can't see. I wanted to create something that could acknowledge those experiences without making them feel intimidating, overly serious, or difficult to talk about.
The idea was simple: take some of the familiar experiences of living with mental health challenges and turn them into creative, unconventional food concepts. Give them ridiculous names, pair them with genuinely good food, and build a brand that makes people smile while quietly reminding them that they're not alone.
I'm not a doctor, a therapist, or someone who claims to have all the answers. I'm just someone who understands that sometimes a little humour, a good meal, and a genuine human connection can go a long way.
Mental Grillness is my way of combining the things I love with something I believe matters. I want to build a business that serves more than just food. If someone leaves with a full stomach, a smile, or even the feeling that somebody understands them a little better, then I've accomplished something worthwhile.
And if we can have a little fun along the way, all the better.
Weirdest burger name I've ever ordered and the best burger I've had all summer.
Happy Customer
Manitoba
You're Not AloneWe're not trying to fix anyone or pretend that food solves life's problems. If you're struggling, these free services are here to help.
( Canada ) Resources
Canadian Mental Health Association
Information and local support programs
Mental Grillness is a food business, not a health service. Our food and humour don't treat, cure, diagnose or prevent any condition.
We pop up at local events, markets and festivals across Manitoba. Follow us on Instagram for upcoming dates and locations.
Yes. Send us your event details through the form below and we'll get back to you.
Never. We use humour to make tough experiences easier to talk about and to remind people they're not alone. We laugh with you, not at you.
No. We're a food business. If you need support, please see the resources section above.
Every menu item shows its ingredients. For allergies or dietary needs, contact us before ordering.
Merch is coming soon. Follow us on Instagram to be the first to know.
General questions, private catering, pop-ups and collaborations — we'd love to hear from you.
- Emailcarks_128@live.com
- Phone204-384-5888
- Instagram@mentalgrillness
- LocationManitoba, Canada