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16/04/2026
Sydney, we’ve officially pulled up. ☕️🚚
From Melbourne streets to Harris Park, the chai truck is here and ready to serve.
Same Dropout energy. Same proper chai. New city. New stop.
See you at the truck.
📍 73 Wigram St, Harris Park NSW 2150
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DesiInSydney StreetFoodSydney
15/04/2026
$1 chai in Sydney?
Yeah, we said it.
17th & 18th only.
📍 73 Wigram St, Harris Park
Don’t overthink it. Just show up.
( cheap chai Sydney, Harris Park eats, chai truck Sydney, Indian street food Sydney, Dropout Chaiwala )
DesiInSydney
27/03/2026
Can you guess the city?
You asked.
We showed up.
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DesiInAustralia
25/03/2026
Yeh sirf vada pav nahi hai…
yeh ek experience hai.
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StreetFood
24/03/2026
Good friends feed you the last bite.
Great friends don’t ask.
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CafeReels
19/03/2026
Ek Egg Puff ki keemat tum kya jaano Ramesh babu
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15/03/2026
If cravings had an address, this would be it.
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12/03/2026
Starts dramatic.
Ends with Vada Pav.
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DesiInMelbourne
12/03/2026
Some days you fix the drama.
Some days you just watch it… with chai.
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08/03/2026
To the women who make every space feel a little warmer.
Today, the chai is on us. ☕
Happy Women’s Day.
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CafeCulture
07/03/2026
Kabhi chai ke liye toh aao. ☕️
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04/03/2026
More colour.
More laughter.
More reasons to celebrate.
Happy Holi.
( holi Melbourne, Indian festival Australia, holi celebration, desi culture Melbourne, Dropout Chaiwala )
FestivalOfColours
02/03/2026
Can she handle the heat? 🌶️
( vada pav challenge Melbourne, spicy food Melbourne, Indian street food Melbourne, chai cafe Melbourne, couples challenge reel, desi cafe Australia, Dropout Chaiwala )
DesiInMelbourne IndianStreetFood CafeReels
27/02/2026
POV: Your life but with better Dropout Chaiwala.
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DesiChai CafeVibes
23/02/2026
Guests coming over?
Pretend you made masala chai from scratch.
We won’t tell. ☕️
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HostHack ChaiLovers
20/02/2026
We don’t do “quiet” flavors. We’re talking a soft bun, a bold centre, and enough spice to keep things interesting. One bite and you’ll finally understand the hype.
See you at Dropout for the only real sukoon in the city. ☕🔥
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MelbourneFoodie
18/02/2026
Level 3 and the spice is starting to feel personal. 🌶️
Love questions.
Spicy consequences.
Spilling the chai on love just got real.
( love and spice challenge, spicy vada pav, valentines campaign Melbourne, chai conversations, couples challenge reel, desi love stories, Dropout Chaiwala )
15/02/2026
We asked people what love actually means to them.
The answers? Honest. Unexpected. Slightly chaotic.
Spilling the chai on love. ☕️
What would your answer be?
( valentines campaign, love conversations, vox pop Melbourne, chai culture, desi love stories, Melbourne cafe reels, real talk over chai, Dropout Chaiwala )
MelbourneEats DesiInMelbourne CafeReels
14/02/2026
Episode 2 and the spice is no longer playing nice. 🌶️
We’ve asked Melbourne.
Now Sanjith’s taking the heat.
Wrong answer = spicy consequences.
Level 2 unlocked.
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ValentinesReels MelbourneEats ChaiMood
14/02/2026
We’ve been asking Melbourne about love.
Now it’s time to ask the founders. 👀🔥
Welcome to the Love + Spice Challenge.
Answer the question… or take a bite. 🌶️
Level 1. Things are still sweet. For now.
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DesiCouple MelbourneEats ChaiMood
13/02/2026
Valentine’s Day.
Overrated hype… or actually worth it? 👀
We asked Melbourne to spill the chai on love.
The answers? Not what you think.
Some savage. Some soft. Some straight up chaotic.
Watch till the end and tell us where you stand. ☕️❤️
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MelbourneEats ChaiMood
Address
59 Elizabeth Street
Melbourne, VIC
3000
To get to Elizabeth Street in Melbourne, you can take public transportation by taking the train to Flinders Street Station and walking north along Elizabeth Street for approximately 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a tram along Elizabeth Street and get off at the closest stop.
If you are driving, there are several parking options available near Elizabeth Street. There are metered street parking spots available along the street as well as several nearby commercial parking lots such as the one located on Franklin St.
Once you arrive at Elizabeth Street, simply follow the directions to find whichever café you are looking for.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 12am |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 12am |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 12am |
| Thursday |
12pm - 12am |
| Friday |
12pm - 12am |
| Saturday |
12pm - 12am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 12am |
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What people say
Dropout chai wala is a must-visit café for all the chai lovers out there. Located on Elizabeth Street in Melbourne, this authentic street chai cafe offers a wide range of unique and exciting flavors that are sure to impress your taste buds. Their recent social media posts showcase their commitment to providing customers with an exceptional experience. From the tantalizing symphony of flavors in their Lychee, Rose, and Cinnamon tea creation to the creamy and comforting Vanilla Latte Chai, Dropout chai wala has something for everyone. They even offer a healthy option with their Turmeric Chai that is sure to brighten your day and lift your spirits. With two convenient locations open seven days a week, from early morning until late at night, there's no excuse not to indulge in the golden magic of Dropout chai wala's cups. So what are you waiting for? Head over to Dropout chai wala today and sip into bliss with their enchanting milk-free tea creations!
