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14/06/2022
Well friends, after 14 months we've decided that this will be the last week for Marko at the South Melbourne Market. Since opening in April 2021 we've withstood the full brunt of the pandemic and all that it has thrown at us and served food that has been (almost) universally loved by those that have visited. Unfortunately for us the world has changed significantly in our local neighbourhood due to the pandemic and we need to change with it.
We are really proud of what we've achieved at Marko. Our aim was to prove just how delicious plant-based food can be, and we've done that. After over a year in business, our ratings on Google, Uber Eats and Deliveroo are higher than any other restaurant we can find in Melbourne. We know that reviews aren't everything, but 4.8 star restaurants are hard to come by and we are one of them.
To our customers - we have loved seeing you each and every week, beaming as you tuck into your Falafel Pita, Crispy Cauli or Marko Cheeseburger. We especially will remember those of you trudging through the cold to get your Marko fix (including a mulled wine) in the middle of one of our many lockdowns.
To our staff - you've been the lifeblood of Marko through an incredible 14 months. Almost every review we receive talks about how wonderful you are and how much you care.
So what's next? Our restaurant will be converted to a new concept called SMITHBURG (). Although not exclusively plant based, it will retain many of your favourites like the Marko Cheeseburger, Crispy Cauli and our Falafel Bowl along with many other dishes designed for omnivore and plant-based friends to enjoy side by side. We are aiming for Smithburg to be the best burger joint in the city with the best plant-based lineup to match. Follow on Insta to keep up to date with the new menu and all of the key happenings.
Lastly, Marko will be open this week as usual and we hope to see you! If you can't pop by this week, please support which will launch next Wednesday 22nd June.
Love, Marko.
05/06/2022
See the way our Marko Cheeseburger is looking at you? That's the look of true love, and we have a feeling it'll be pretty mutual once you take that first bite. Meet us here before 4:00pm today! 🍔
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04/06/2022
Ribs, but not like you know them. Made with corn (bought fresh from next door's market!), we coat these finger-licking snack with harissa and a squeeze of lemon. Deliciously unique, and impossible to stop at one 🌽 Take them for a whirl at lunch today!
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03/06/2022
🥜 Peanut butter enthusiast? Salted caramel lover? Passionate about passionfruit? Listen up: with our friends at Conscious Cravings Co, we've curated a deliciously decadent, plant-based selection of sweet treats for your after-dinner pleasure. Definitely worth saving room for tonight 😉 See you before 9:00pm!
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02/06/2022
Craving a healthy lunch that actually fills you up? You don't have to be vegetarian to enjoy Melbourne's best falafels (according to Broadsheet Melbourne ). Swing by for a Falafel Bowl today, made fresh, in-house, every day. 🧆
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31/05/2022
Need something to get you through the midday slump? Try this pocket rocket: Spicy Falafel Pita, stuffed with Marko's homemade green pea falafel and crowd favourites like quinoa tabbouleh, dill pickles & tahini sauce. Tomorrow never looked tastier 😏 🥙
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29/05/2022
Happiness is a Marko feast on a Sunday afternoon. Kick back with our famous Crispy Cauli burger: just you, us and crisp cauliflower, special sauce, lettuce & thick cut dill pickles. 👌🏼
Pro tip: it goes perfectly with a glass of our new Spiked & Spiced Mulled Wine.
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28/05/2022
Breakfast fanatics: we're serving bite-sized avo toasts as part of our Bottomless Falafel Brunch! 🥑 Available from 11am and 1pm on Saturdays & Sundays, our Bottomless Falafel Brunch has been the 'Marko twist' on boozy brunch, with:
Mini avo toasts, pita bread, falafels, hummus, baba ganoush, freekah salad, herb chips, tahini, pickles and Mt Zero olives + bottomless mimosas, espresso martinis, spritzes, beer, wine & prosecco 🍻
All for only $65pp!
Tag your brunch pals below, read full T&Cs and make a booking below. Cheers to that! 🥂
https://obee.com.au/marko/e/2022-bottomless-falafel-mezze
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26/05/2022
Think Japanese katsu-style only belongs with chicken? Order our Eggplant Katsu Sando – with tangy sour slaw, mayo & tonkatsu sauce – on your next visit, and you'll never second guess the creative power of plants again. 😉
Hop online to pick a date and book in for a guaranteed good time. 🌱
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25/05/2022
Due to popular demand, we extended our Bottomless Falafel Brunch – and it's time for you to taste what the excitement is all about 😄 Book in from 11am or 1pm this Saturday / Sunday – for just $65pp, you'll receive:
Mini avo toasts, pita bread, falafels, hummus, baba ganoush, freekah salad, herb chips, tahini, pickles and Mt Zero olives 🫒
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Bottomless mimosas, espresso martinis, spritzes, beer, wine & prosecco 🍻
Full T&Cs are on our website, as are reservations!
www.eatmarko.com.au
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24/05/2022
With 20 metres from our front door, you bet we keep it fresh. 🌱 All fruits, vegetables & legumes in our dishes are bought daily from the market, and because we're in with the vendors, we always get the best of the bunch. 😉
Whether you're craving plant-based burgers or sharing-style mezze spreads, taste just how fresh it gets here at Marko this week: bookings are open via the link in our bio.
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22/05/2022
Not sure how to spend your Sunday? Mull it over, over mulled wine. 🍷 Bubbling with deep, rich tones, you can clink glasses of Marko's Mulled Wine in Original, Vanilla or Spiked & Spiced (with spiced rum) flavours – all perfect for banishing winter blues.
Drop in for a taste before 4:00pm today – we're ready to pour when you are. ❄️
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Address
Shop 99 116 Cecil Street
South Melbourne, VIC
3205
To get to a vegetarian/vegan restaurant at Cecil Street in South Melbourne, you can take the tram 1, which stops right on the corner of Cecil and Moray Streets. Alternatively, if you are driving, there is street parking available around the area.
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What people say
Vegetarian and vegan restaurants have been gaining popularity in recent years, and Marko on Cecil Street in Melbourne is a prime example of why. This restaurant offers a diverse range of plant-based dishes that are not only delicious but also healthy. The menu features unique items like corn ribs coated with harissa and lemon, as well as the best falafels in Melbourne according to Broadsheet Melbourne.
One standout dish is the Marko Cheeseburger, which looks so good it's almost impossible to resist taking a bite. And for those with a sweet tooth, Marko has partnered with Conscious Cravings Co to offer an indulgent selection of plant-based desserts that are definitely worth saving room for.
But what sets Marko apart from other vegetarian/vegan restaurants is their commitment to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. They even buy their corn fresh from the market next door! This dedication to quality shines through in every dish they serve.
Whether you're a vegetarian or just looking for some healthy options, Marko is definitely worth checking out. Their flavorful and creative dishes will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. So swing by for lunch or dinner and experience the true love that comes with taking that first bite of a Marko Cheeseburger.
