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29/09/2026
Not gonna lie, we drizzle this much sauce on purpose.
Fries, chorizo, sauce, all the way through. Comes out fast, doesn't last long.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
26/09/2026
If this is the first time you're seeing us, welcome. ❤️
We're Anna and Marty, we've been doing this for over ten years, and we'd love for you to come try what all the fuss is about.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
24/09/2026
We cut this one open just to show you what actually goes in.
Every layer's there for a reason, nothing's just filling space.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
23/09/2026
We didn't plan on churros stealing the show, but here we are.
People come for the chivito and leave talking about the churros just as much. We're not complaining.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
23/09/2026
The long weekend starts with a Chivito.
Tender scotch fillet, melted cheese, fresh and pickled salad, housemade sauces and a proper fresh artsian bread roll — stacked up the Uruguayan way.
Not a burger. Not your standard steak sandwich. A Chivito.
And with the long weekend coming up, you can get your El Chivi fix as regular trading hours:
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater North
🍔 Thursday 5:30–8:30pm
🍔 Friday 11:30am–2pm & 5–9pm
🍔 Saturday 5–9pm
Grab a Chivito, add some sides, and maybe finish with one of our sourdough doughnuts.
www.elchivi.com for online ordering or more info about catering for your crew.
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21/09/2026
Honestly our favourite orders are the ones where someone rocks up with mates.
More sandwiches, more sides, more people arguing over who's getting the last churro. Come through with your crew.
Regular trading hours this Grand Final weekend - Check out our socials for updates!
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
19/09/2026
We hear "oh is that a burger?" more than you'd think.
Nah. It's a chivito. We get why people ask, it's just not a fair comparison once you've had one.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
18/09/2026
Hey, welcome to El Chivi!!! We're Anna and Marty 👋
This whole thing started with Marty's family recipe and a garage in 2014. Fast forward to now and we're out here most nights serving up chivitos to anyone who'll try one (and honestly, once you do, you're hooked).
Come find us at Bikes & Bites, say hi, grab a sandwich, and we'll probably remember your order next time.
📍 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
17/09/2026
Made to order means one thing: these never sit around waiting for you.
Straight from the fryer. Straight into your hands. Steam and all.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
16/09/2026
Lanterns on, grill going, the truck lit up like something out of Colonia.
This is the vibe every Thursday to Saturday at Bikes & Bites, pool table inside, chivitos coming out of the window, and somehow always a queue by 6pm.
Come hang out, not just eat and run.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
12/09/2026
Three things happen when this box hits the table:
You take a photo.
You forget to actually eat it while it's hot.
You regret sharing.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
11/09/2026
Steak's great. But have you met El Chicki?
All the same layers, chicken doing the heavy lifting instead. Just as messy, just as good.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
10/09/2026
This is where it all started, back when it was just Marty's family recipe and a garage.
Steak, layers, sauce, still exactly how it was meant to be eaten.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
09/09/2026
Okay but look at this chocolate drip.
Crispy, warm, and gone before you've even sat down. Grab one after your chivito, or just skip straight to dessert, we won't tell anyone.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
05/09/2026
Melbourne's only Uruguayan chivito. If you've been meaning to try us, this is the nudge.
Steak, cheese, the works, packed into a sandwich that isn't messing around.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
Come find us 👋
04/09/2026
Someone's going to order this and regret ordering anything else that night.
Fries loaded properly, chorizo and sauce all the way through, not just piled on top for the photo.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
03/09/2026
Melbourne's only Uruguayan food truck, and once you've had a chivito you'll get why we don't shut up about it.
Family recipe, proper steak, and a truck that looks like it drove straight out of Colonia. Come find us and see what all the fuss is about.
📍 Bikes & Bites, 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
Thurs 5:30-8:30pm | Fri 11:30-2pm & 5-9pm | Sat 5-9pm
Come say hi 👋
02/09/2026
Festival and end of year season is coming!!! It's hard to believe, but the end-of year rush is just around the corner!
Planning a work Christmas party, team celebration, birthday, festival, sporting event or a big get-together. Let El Chivi take care of the food.
Our mobile food truck brings Melbourne's mighty Chivito straight to your event! Self sufficient and serving loaded sandwiches with tender steak, ham, cheese, egg and all the good stuff to power your dance floor or ignite the boardroom for the afternoon.
Have an event coming up that needs catering - send us an email [email protected] or check out our website for more info www.elchivi.com
⭐ Available for private and corporate events
⭐ Freshly cooked on-site
⭐ Vegan and gluten free options available
01/09/2026
Small business struggles - when government makes it tough enough to operate a small business, rising costs of everything, wages, pay day super, ingredients, fuel etc, etc.. local council uppercuts and takes your Main Rd signage. It's all fun and games until someone complains they say.
As of today our main Road sign will come down to avoid a fine for every day it stays up, when you feel like you just can't cope a break!!!
El Chivi and Bikes and Bites will remain open down the driveway of 377 Bayswater Rd, check out our socials for opening hours and please spread the word and let the neighbourhood know we are still here.
We are resilient and know we have a great hangout space unseen in the Bayswater area, and excellent food but seriously it's blow after blow to small businesses trying to feed their families!!!
12/08/2026
For the next 3 weeks we are leaving Bayswater and coming to the city!!!
If you love our food but find it hard to get to us, here is a great opportunity and night out on a school night! Find us at the Queen Vic Winter night markets, rugg up, stay warm and enjoy Melbourne's hot spots and must do activities over August
Open from 5pm advertised dates only
08/08/2026
BIKES & BITES + DINNER SORTED!
Looking for an easy dinner tonight without cooking, but still want something a little different than the usual takeaway?
Come down to Bikes & Bites in Bayswater and grab yourself an El Chivi!
🥩 Tender Scotch fillet steak chivitos
🌱 Vegan options
🌶️ House-made sauces
🥖 Freshly made to order
And if you’re not staying, no worries — grab it takeaway and take dinner home with you.
Bikes & Bites is a locally owned and operated spot where you can check out some seriously cool bikes, enjoy some good food and soak up the atmosphere — or simply swing by, grab dinner and head home.
No cooking. No dishes. Just El Chivi for dinner.
Bikes & Bites — 1/377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
El Chivi - Melbourne’s home of the mighty Chivito
Come hungry. Leave happy. ❤️
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28/07/2026
Meet the El Vegan.
Packed with flavour and completely plant-based, the El Vegan proves you don't need meat to enjoy a seriously satisfying meal. Built with fresh ingredients, bold flavours and all the quality El Chivi is known for, it's a delicious option for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking to try something different.
Whether you're visiting us at Bikes & Bites or booking catering for your next event, the El Vegan ensures everyone has something incredible to enjoy.
28/07/2026
Meet the El Vegan.
Packed with flavour and completely plant-based, the El Vegan proves you don't need meat to enjoy a seriously satisfying meal. Built with fresh ingredients, bold flavours and all the quality El Chivi is known for, it's a delicious option for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking to try something different.
Whether you're visiting us at Bikes & Bites or booking catering for your next event, the El Vegan ensures everyone has something incredible to enjoy.
www.elchivi.com
27/07/2026
Bike and Bites came alive at night to celebrate Aymans 30th birthday last night! Happy birthday and what a great celebration!!!
He opted for the "feed us" food package - all inclusive like a 3 course meal
Entree - jalapeno poppers, mini empanadas
Main - El Chicki, El Americano or El Vegan served with a side of fries
Dessert - churros with dulce de leche and nutella and a soft drink along with venue hire. Music of his choosing, indoor area with games and entertainment, outdoor seating and lots of space for a fun time!!
Looking for somewhere to host your special event or workplace gathering send us an email to find out more [email protected]
Alcohol packages can be included with prepaid functions.
www.elchivi.com
Martin Eppel
El Chivi | Food truck Melb
22/07/2026
There's something about fresh, hot churros that brings people together.
At El Churro by El Chivi, we cook every churro fresh to order, then roll them in cinnamon sugar and serve them with a selection of delicious dipping sauces.
Whether it's a workplace celebration, wedding, engagement, birthday, school event, festival or corporate function, our churro catering adds a fun and memorable dessert experience that guests of all ages love.
From intimate celebrations to large-scale events, we'll bring the churros, the smiles, and a little extra sweetness to your next occasion.
You can grab a cheeky churro at Bikes and Bites for just $1 every Thursday with any mains purchase.
377 Bayswater Rd, Bayswater Nth
www.elchivi.com
https://www.elchivi.com/dessert-catering-melbourne/
Address
Pyalong, VIC
Option 1: Public Transport
Take the bus or train to the city center. From there, it is a short walk to the food truck located in a parked area close to popular landmarks and tourist destinations.
Option 2: Driving/Parking
Drive towards the city center and follow signs for parking garages or street parking. The food truck can be easily spotted in a parked area close to popular landmarks and tourist destinations.
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What people say
El Chivi is a must-try for all foodies in Melbourne. This unique snack van and caterer offers the city's first and only Uruguayan steak sandwich, the chivito. Inspired by rustic houses in Colonia Uruguay, El Chivi's artisan bread is delivered fresh daily, and their tender melt-in-your-mouth scotch fillet steak paired with local vegetables and salad ingredients are sure to please any crowd. Not only do they offer a scrumptious vegan option, but they also cater to gluten-free and kids' dietary needs. El Chivi's popularity is evident from their social media posts, where locals have shown their love and support for this food truck. Their Americano burger has become a crowd favorite at many events with its unique mustard and pickled flavor that packs a punch. Book your table early for an unforgettable eat-in experience paired with some of Victoria's best beers or enjoy takeaway using their pager system while you wait in the comfort of your car or at the bar. Don't miss out on this delicious culinary experience!
