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6 Venues Where Street Food Meets Soul


The marriage between street food and soul food is a magical moment, where every bite not only tantalises your taste buds but also nourishes your spirit. Discover how these humble yet hearty dishes embody the essence of their locales, offering a taste of tradition and innovation in every mouthful. Prepare to indulge in a feast that promises to leave you both satisfied and inspired.

Per Kilo - Sydney CBD, NSW

Per Kilo offers a unique dining experience that combines the lively atmosphere of South American street food with the charm of Sydney’s urban setting. This venue stands out with its innovative pricing strategy—paying by the weight of your food—allowing diners to customise their meals to their appetite. With its rustic wooden tables and a vibrant, inviting ambience, Per Kilo is a haven for food enthusiasts looking to explore South American flavours in a casual, welcoming environment.

6 Venues Where Street Food Meets Soul

The Hot Dog Latino is a standout choice at Per Kilo, embodying the essence of South American street food with its rich combination of flavours and textures. This dish features a succulent hot dog generously topped with cheese, tomato sauce, mayonnaise, mustard, cocktail sauce, cracked potato chips and a unique pineapple sauce. The fusion of savoury, sweet and tangy notes makes the Hot Dog Latino a must-try, capturing the spirit of street food for the soul.

Ginger Olive - Melbourne CBD, VIC

Ginger Olive perfectly encapsulates the fusion of Modern Australian and Asian cuisines, wrapped in the enchanting ambience of a sleek bar and bistro. The venue’s laneway vibe, complete with potted palms and fairy lights, offers an oasis of greenery and warmth, making it the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable culinary adventure. Ginger Olive’s menu is a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation, promising a dining experience that’s both comforting and exciting.

6 Venues Where Street Food Meets Soul

The Ginger Olive Platter is a culinary masterpiece, offering a symphony of flavours that span from slow-cooked beef ribs to seared barramundi. This platter showcases the best of Asian-inspired street food, with each component carefully selected to provide a balanced, flavourful experience. The char siu lamb ribs and crumbed prawns add a touch of elegance to the street food theme, making the Ginger Olive Platter a standout choice for those seeking to indulge in the soulful side of street cuisine.

Sneakies – Homebush, NSW

Sneakies brings the quintessential American diner experience with a twist, making it a hotspot for foodies seeking comfort food with a unique spin. The venue’s vibrant ambience, characterised by red and white checked counters and neon signage, creates a nostalgic yet exciting dining environment. Sneakies is more than just a burger or pizza shop; it’s a place where guests can relax, vibe, and feel part of a community. With a menu that spans from acai bowls to Mexican pizzas, Sneakies offers something for every palate.

6 Venues Where Street Food Meets Soul

The Signature Sneaky Burger is a testament to Sneakies’ commitment to elevating classic street food. This burger features Wagyu beef, turkey rashers, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, beetroot, Jack cheese and house-made BBQ sauce, all coming together to create a flavour-packed experience. The combination of high-quality ingredients and the signature BBQ sauce makes the Sneaky Burger a must-try, embodying the soulful essence of street food.

Keto Loco - Crazy Good Street Food - Stafford, QLD

Keto Loco revolutionises the street food scene by offering dishes that are not only mouth-wateringly delicious but also adhere to a healthy keto lifestyle. Located in Stafford, this pop-up eatery caters to the health-conscious foodie, offering a range of low-carb, high-fat and protein-rich options. From savoury keto pocket pies to low-carb karaage chicken, Keto Loco proves that soul food can be both indulgent and nutritious, making it a unique destination on the culinary map.

6 Venues Where Street Food Meets Soul

Keto Loco’s approach to street food is showcased in their gluten-free, sugar-free, low-carb offerings that do not compromise on taste. The ethos of Keto Loco is clear: to provide a guilt-free experience of enjoying street food favourites. This venue stands out for those on a keto diet or anyone looking to indulge in flavourful street food without the added carbs, embodying the theme of street food for the soul with a healthy twist.

Birdcage Dining Room & Bar - Main Beach, QLD

Birdcage Dining Room & Bar invites diners on a gastronomic journey across continents. From the Mediterranean to the Orient, this venue captures the essence of global street food in a sophisticated setting. The vibrant décor, with its rich colours and elegant seating, sets the stage for an immersive dining experience. Birdcage is the epitome of casual luxury, offering dishes that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.

6 Venues Where Street Food Meets Soul

The Beef Wellington at Birdcage is a luxurious take on a classic dish, perfectly aligning with the venue’s theme of elevated dining. This dish features premium Angus beef fillet, encased in mushroom duxelles and puff pastry, served with spinach, mashed potato and a rich red wine jus. The Beef Wellington is a celebration of flavours and craftsmanship, making it a standout choice for diners seeking an upscale twist on street food classics.

Baro Restaurant - Rosebud, VIC

Baro Restaurant in Rosebud embodies the warmth and hospitality of Turkish culture, making it a unique addition to the street food scene. Named after the Turkish word for ‘mate,’ Baro welcomes diners like family, offering a cosy ambience where food is cooked on a charcoal fire pit. The use of fresh local produce, combined with traditional Turkish influences, creates a menu that’s both authentic and innovative. Baro’s commitment to quality and community makes it a must-visit for those seeking a soulful dining experience.

6 Venues Where Street Food Meets Soul

The char-grilled whole baby snapper at Baro is a highlight, served on a bed of parsley with a mixed leaf salad, cacik, sumac-coated onions and French fries. This dish showcases the best of Turkish street food, with its emphasis on fresh ingredients and bold flavours. The whole baby snapper, with its perfectly charred exterior and succulent interior, provides a satisfying and wholesome meal, embodying the theme of street food for the soul.

Featured Locations

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Ginger Olive

For a taste to remember head to Ginger Olive on Manchester Lane in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. This sleek bar and bistro rocks a laneway vibe of potted palms and fairy lights, while indoors prese...

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Sneakies

Home of the famous pizza burger, Homebush foodies seeking a fix to appease ravenous hunger head to Sneakies on Underwood Road. This is not just your usual burger or pizza shop, Sneakies is a place ...

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Baro Restaurant

Walk through the doors to be treated and welcomed like family at Baro Restaurant on Point Nepean Road in Rosebud. This Mornington Peninsular dining destination is named after the Turkish word for ‘...

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Per Kilo

South American fare with flair awaits Sydneysiders at Per Kilo restaurant on Pitt Street. This eatery as per its name calculates the price of your food by weight so you can order as little or as mu...

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Birdcage Dining Room & Bar

Discover your local, for locals, by locals at Birdcage Dining Room & Bar on Tedder Avenue in Main Beach. Embark on a journey across the continents from the Mediterranean to the Orient at this Gold ...

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Keto Loco - Crazy Good Street Food

Keto Loco – Crazy Good Street Food on Stafford Road in Stafford is all about offering tasty meals that are not only low carb, but filled with healthy fats, fresh produce and sustainable protein. Th...

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