El Chivi

As a first time visitor to Uruguay, you have been a treat!!! I have a greater understanding of Marty's culture, upbringing and family traditions. Luckily I have travelled with interpreters (Marty and his family) as there is NO English! Although I can understand a lot, I have no idea most of the time.

I can definitely say I have sampled a Uruguayan chivito that's for sure and made the most of their repedative menu options... I am ready for some veges!!!

The joy of seeing supermarket aisles full of yerba mate, hot water machines for thermos refills, rows and endless choices of dulce de leche, sunsets on the rambla to late-night chivitos, friendly locals, mate on every corner and the social connection of gathering for a mate, it seems everyone has a picnic chair ready to pick a spot and stop for a mate .

The food, the culture, the relaxed pace, and the family atmosphere have been something special ❤️

Day 6: Sun, Salt, and a Stadium full of chaos. 🇺🇾⚽️

​We started with a slow morning stroll along the Río de la Plata, just soaking up the Montevideo sunshine. It was the calm before the absolute storm that was the rest of our day. ☀️🌊

​For lunch, we hit La Otra Parrilla for a proper feast. We went all in: Asado de tira, vacio, chinchulines, and that local specialty—morcilla dulce. 🥩🔥
If you haven’t tried the sweet blood sausage here, you’re missing out. Safe to say we were in a serious food coma afterwards.
​We had to walk it off, though, because we were heading to the main event: Nacional playing at home. 🏟️ The energy was pure madness. The crowd, the singing, the passion—the atmosphere was mental. Nothing beats South American football. 🔵⚪️🔴
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Day 1 ✈️
Melbourne → Sydney → Santiago → Montevideo, Uruguay — 24 hours later and we made it 🇺🇾

No better way to land than heading straight to Costa Azul for our first chivito. A little plain tbh but still worth the journey and looking forward to many more 🍔

Knox, Maroondah, Yarra Ranges, have you tried a proper Uruguayan Chivito yet?
El Chivi is taking an Autumn break so join us for our last week at Bikes and Bites . Rerturning end of May but our mates Dos Amigos Mexican and Spanish streetfood will be taking our spot.
Take away and Dine in options available

We’re serving up one of South America’s most iconic sandwiches right here at El Chivi — and trust us, this is not your average steak sandwich.

Think juicy grilled steak, melted cheese, crispy bacon, fresh salad, egg, and our signature sauces… all packed into one epic sandwich

Perfect for:
✔️ A quick Friday lunch
✔️ Easy family dinner
✔️ Weekend hang with friends
✔️ Something different from the usual takeaway

We’re a local, family-run food truck bringing a taste of Uruguay to Melbourne — and we’d love for you to come down and give it a go!

📍 Find us at Bikes and Bites 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30, Friday Lunch 11:30-2pm// Dinner 5-9pm, Saturday 5-9pm
💥 Fresh, fast, and made to order
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly vibes

Tag someone who needs to try a Chivito
www.elchivi.com

$20 Friday lunch sorted? We’ve got you

If you’re chasing an easy work lunch or somewhere to hang with the kids these school holidays, El Chivi has you covered.

For just $20, you’ll get a proper feed — our signature steak sandwich loaded with flavour + no shortcuts, all cooked fresh to order.

💼 Perfect for a quick work break
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Easy, relaxed spot for a school holiday outing
🔥 Big flavours, no fuss
📍 Local, family-run

Skip the boring lunch and come try something different.

Tag your work crew or someone who owes you lunch 👇

Family friendly hang out, pool table, foozball table, giant jenga, giant connect 4 - heaps of entertainment while you get to enjoy lunch

El Chivi at Bikes and Bites
1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm
Fri: 11:30-2pm || 5pm-8pm
Sat: 5-9pm

El Chivi isn’t your typical food truck — we’re serving up authentic Uruguayan street food, built around our signature chivito steak sandwiches. Think tender steak, fresh toppings, and big, bold flavours you won’t find just anywhere.

We’ve created a relaxed, family-friendly space where you can kick back, grab a feed, and enjoy something new — whether it’s a quick midweek dinner or an easy weekend hang.

📍 Locally owned & operated
🔥 Cooked fresh to order
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Good vibes for everyone

If you haven’t tried a chivito yet, this is your sign.

Come down, say hey, and see what we’re all about at Bikes and Bites 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth.

EL CHIVI EASTER TRADING HOURS:
Thurs 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Fri: Lunch 11:30-2pm // Dinner 5-9pm
Sat: CLOSED

Addressing the comments on our price point... 😬

Come and try our steak sandwiches for yourself! El Chivi Food Truck, located at Bikes and Bites Bayswater 📍 377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater North! 🚚
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Find our delicious chivitos and more, only at El Chivi Food Truck 📍 377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater North. Open Thursday – Saturday!
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