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Chichha's Truganina

290 Leakes Rd in Liberty Fuel Station Between Palmers Rd and, Forsyth Rd, Truganina VIC 3029, Australia

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290 Leakes Rd in Liberty Fuel Station Between Palmers Rd and, Forsyth Rd, Truganina VIC 3029, Australia

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+61 477 524 209
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Chichha's Truganina

Parked at the Truganina Liberty station, this food truck draws crowds for crackling South Indian street eats turned out hot and fast. Regulars point newcomers straight to the tiffins—crispy dosas, golden vada, and hot punugulu served with punchy chutneys. Stuffed mirchi arrives under shallow-fried peanuts and raw onion, washed down with cups of strong, spiced chai.

  • Fresh South Indian Tiffins: Dosas, light vadas, and golden punugulu come straight from the griddle and fryer with robust chutneys.
  • Food-Truck Convenience: Parked at the Liberty Fuel Station with easy parking, serving quick takeaway from breakfast through late nights.
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Why Customers Choose Chichha's Truganina

Freshly cooked South Indian tiffins, street snacks, and aromatic chai served directly from Truganina's favorite roadside food truck.

  • Crispy Dosas and Classic Tiffins

    Freshly prepared South Indian staples feature crispy dosas, airy vadas, and rich sambhar accompanied by authentic chutneys.

    The dosas are perfectly crispy, the chutneys taste authentic, and the sambhar is full of flavor.

    Paras Prajapati

  • Authentic Regional Street Snacks

    The specialized tiffin menu serves authentic regional street snacks including stuffed cut mirchi with seasoned peanut fillings, punugulu, and Mysore bonda.

    Stuffed Mirchi was next level. The besan coating and filling was perfect and along with it the shallow fried peanuts and onion makes it taste really great.

    nimisha lombard

  • Homely Warmth and Nostalgia

    The freshly brewed aromatic tea and comforting tiffins deliver a familiar, nostalgic taste reminiscent of hometown street stalls back home.

    Every item has a homely touch, reminding me of the kind of South Indian tiffins you’d get back home.

    DR B

  • Street Food Quality That Rivals Restaurants

    Operating out of a vibrant food truck setting, the kitchen consistently turns out fresh, restaurant-rivaling street food with genuine care.

    Very beautiful authentic Indian Street food. The best I have tasted in Australia. why go to a restaurant when these people just cook better.

    Joseph Ancona

  • Convenient Drive-Up Parking and Takeaway

    Set up at the Liberty Fuel Station with ample outdoor parking, the food truck provides easy drive-up takeaway for busy morning or late-night stops.

    It's a perfect blend of enjoying outdoor dining and delicious south Indian meals. All dishes are amazing but I would rate idli & mysore masala dosa with most points. Conveniently located with a plenty of available parking.

    kets Kansara

  • Late-Night and Suhoor Availability

    Extended operating hours accommodate evening cravings and late schedules, including suhoor services with swift counter attention.

    I'm so glad you guys are open until suhoor! I was running late but luckily I saw your post and made it on time.

    Mohd Ismail

Freshly made South Indian tiffins and street snacks served hot from the truck

  • Dosa

    The dosa was perfectly crispy and fresh

    yousuf khan patan

  • Punugulu

    The dosa and pungulu were amazing—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly made.

    drdawood shareef

  • Vada

    everything was fresh, crispy, and full of authentic flavor.

    HASAN SHAHZAD

  • Mysore bonda

    My fav is Mysore bonda , still can feel the taste when ever I think about bonda and chutney .

    madhukar eunny

Other favorites

Beverages, accompaniments, and hearty specialties to complete your street food order

  • Tea

    The tea here is hands down the best you’ll find in Melbourne – perfectly brewed and packed with authentic flavor.

    DR B

  • Sambhar

    sambhar is 100/10

    Jahanvi Yadav

  • Chutney

    The taste was outstanding, especially the chutney.

    Maheswara reddy Avula

  • Hyderabadi biryani

    must-try items include Hyderabadi biryani

    Rishi Aggarwal

Before you head over

Practical advice for ordering takeaway, parking, and enjoying South Indian street food at the food truck

  • Expect Takeaway and Outdoor Setup

    The food truck operates without formal indoor dining or seating, so expect an outdoor food-cart setup with standing space or opt for quick takeaway.

  • Take Advantage of Fuel Station Parking

    Located right at the Liberty Fuel Station on Leakes Road, the spot offers plenty of convenient parking spaces directly on-site when pulling in.

  • Pair Street Tiffins with Fresh Brewed Chai

    Specialized South Indian snacks like punugulu, cut mirchi, and Mysore bonda are fried hot on order, so pair them with freshly brewed chai to finish your visit.

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