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Costenisimo

258 Dandenong Rd, St Kilda East VIC 3183, Australia

Recommended by 72 people

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258 Dandenong Rd, St Kilda East VIC 3183, Australia

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+61 481 226 995
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Costenisimo

Costenisimo delivers the bold, late-night street food of Colombia’s Caribbean coast straight to St Kilda East. Tucked along Dandenong Road, this casual spot sets Colombian rhythms against hefty portions of salchipapas and loaded fast-food staples. Diners point newcomers straight to the papa pincho desgranado—a heaped mess of fries, corn, and tender meats dusted with salty queso costeño—or the outsized perro salvaje crowned with house sauces.

  • Papa pincho desgranado: Brimming plates of fries, meats, and sweet corn showered with genuine queso costeño.
  • Caribbean street eats: Colombian fast-food classics spanning outsized loaded hot dogs and crisp empanadas.
  • Laid-back neighborhood vibe: A tidy, energetic setting filled with Colombian music for casual meals with family and friends.
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Why Choose Costenisimo

Why diners choose Costenisimo for authentic Colombian Caribbean street fare in Melbourne

  • Authentic Colombian Coastal Fast Food

    Specializing in loaded desgranados and salchipapas made with traditional coastal cheese, bringing true Caribbean street classics to Melbourne.

    it is authentic street food from the coast of Colombia, with its characteristic coastal cheese

    Luz Rojas

  • Generously Portioned Loaded Hot Dogs

    Signature loaded hot dogs and snack packs are prepared in substantial, hunger-busting servings.

    The hot dog is the largaste than I have tried in Colombian restaurents in Melbourne and the taste was wonderfull with the costean cheese

    Diana Paola Baquero

  • A Taste of Nostalgia and Home

    Traditional recipes and familiar regional flavors evoke feelings of nostalgia and home for guests.

    full of authentic flavours that reminded me of home

    Nathalia sanchez

  • Heartfelt Connection to Tradition

    Dishes like the papa pincho desgranado faithfully capture beloved homemade tastes from Colombia.

    Ordered the papa pincho desgranado, it’s delicious, tasted like home :)

    Sorel De Leon V.

  • Upbeat and Clean Casual Setting

    A welcoming, clean, and modern dining room featuring lively Colombian music makes it ideal for group meals.

    El lugar muy limpio, ordenado, música Colombiana, buena atención y excelente comida

    Stefanía Cifuentes Ramírez.

  • Welcoming Space for Friends and Family

    A dependable dining destination where couples, family, and friends travel to share relaxed comfort food together.

    vivimos lejos y siempre vengo con mi esposo y mis amigos a comer aquí; nos encanta.

    Juliana Jaramillo

Authentic Colombian coastal street food favorites praised for generous portions and bold flavors

  • Salchipapa

    La mejor salchipapa que he probado en Melbourne. Soy de la costa y no había encontrado un lugar con auténtico sabor costeño.

    Natalia Pastrana

  • Papa pincho desgranado

    I highly recommend you the papa pincho desgranado, it has the authentic flavour of the Caribbean!

    Lina Contreras

  • Hot dog

    The hot dog is the largaste than I have tried in Colombian restaurents in Melbourne and the taste was wonderfull with the costean cheese.

    Diana Paola Baquero

  • Costeña burger

    pedimos una salchipapa costeña 10/10 y una burger costeña 👌

    Stefanía Cifuentes Ramírez.

Before you head over

Practical tips on portions, condiments, and spotting the venue

  • Prepare for Generous Servings

    Loaded dishes like the salchipapa and papa pincho desgranado come in generous, heavily piled servings—order to share or arrive ready for large portions.

  • Customize with Extra Sauces

    Guests frequently recommend customizing your order with extra house sauces like salsa rosada, pineapple sauce, or salsa tártara alongside the traditional queso costeño.

  • Keep an Eye Out for the Storefront

    The storefront on Dandenong Road can be subtle and easy to overlook at first glance, so keep a sharp lookout as you arrive.

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