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Dhamaka Indian Street Food
1924 Princes Hwy, Clayton VIC 3168, Australia
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1924 Princes Hwy, Clayton VIC 3168, Australia
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Clayton’s food truck delivers pure vegetarian Indo-Chinese staples and Delhi-style street eats late into the night. Expect smoking woks turning out triple schezwan rice alongside loaded platters of hakka noodles and crisp chilli potato. Soft, buttery kulchas soak up spiced chole, while three-layer grilled sandwiches come packed with melted cheese and spicy green chutney. The whole spread washes down easily with steaming masala chai served with crisp rusks.
- Pure Vegetarian Street Fare: Fully meat-free kitchen serving loaded Chinese platters, noodle burgers, and Baroda-style sev usal.
- Late-Night Clayton Hub: Piping-hot Indo-Chinese woks and toasted sandwiches serve hungry crowds until midnight.
- Delhi-Style Chole Kulche: Soft flatbreads pair with bold, spiced chickpea curry that replicates Northern street stalls.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Dhamaka Indian Street Food
Why diners choose Dhamaka Indian Street Food for authentic Indo-Chinese and late-night cravings
Dedicated 100% Vegetarian Street Menu
Dhamaka serves an entirely vegetarian menu packed with bold Indo-Chinese specialties, Chinese platters, and street favourites.
All dishes are vegetarian
Kher Qian Tailored Customization Without Onion or Garlic
The kitchen accommodates dietary requirements by preparing flavorful street food meals strictly without onion, garlic, or sour ingredients.
They customized all our dishes exactly as requested — completely without onion, garlic, or sour ingredients — and still managed to make them delicious and flavorful.
Jyotiraditya Mohanty Bold Indo-Chinese and Street Food Flavours
Dishes like the Chinese platter, triple schezwan rice, and chilli potato deliver uncompromised heat and bold seasoning reminiscent of street food back home.
Triple Schezwan rice was smoky, spicy, packed with crispy veggies, noodles, and fried rice and served with a rich, spicy Manchurian gravy on the side.
TwoFood Freaks Authentic Nostalgic Street-Style Chole Kulche
Guests experience classic North Indian street dishes like soft, buttery kulchas paired with spiced chole that evoke genuine nostalgic memories.
Gave me real Delhi street food vibes… pure nostalgia.
Shobhit Tyagi Late-Night Cravings Satisfied Until Midnight
Operating until midnight, the food truck provides freshly made, hot street food when most local dining options are closed.
best thing is that they stay open till 12am in the night when it’s so hard to find anything good
Komal Haleem Ideal Setting for Late-Night Gatherings
Generous portions of triple grilled sandwiches and loaded platters make it an easy, casual destination for late-night gatherings.
It’s a great spot for late-night cravings, casual catch-ups, or when you just want something familiar and satisfying.
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Most popular items
Our most ordered Indo-Chinese fusion platters and Indian street food staples
Dhamaka Special Chinese Platter
The Dhamaka Special Chinese Platter was a real treat a mix of spice, crunch, and variety that made every bite enjoyable and satisfying.
Narmeen Rauf Chole Kulche
The chhole kulche were a pleasant surprise — they genuinely reminded me of the street-style chhole kulche you get in Delhi.
Nitu Singh Triple Dhamaka Grill Sandwich
The Triple Dhamaka Grill Sandwich stood out with its generous layers, perfectly grilled bread and cheesy goodness.
Narmeen Rauf Triple Schezwan Rice
The triple schezwan fried rice was easily the standout — spicy, smoky and full of flavour.
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Other favorites
Traditional hot drinks, refreshing beverages, and street food sides
Chai
They genuinely serve one of the best chai in Melbourne. Strong, sweet, and served with mini toasts. The perfect ending to an epic meal.
TwoFood Freaks Mango Lassi
Lastly, we tried the mango lassi, which lived up to its reputation. This simple drink is made with fresh yogurt or curd, sweet mangoes, and a touch of cardamom. It is creamy, rich in mango flavor, and absolutely delicious!
Fooodnom Manchow Soup
We've also tried their manchow soup and hakka noodles on previous visits, and everytime the taste has been consistently fantastic.
harleen ahluwalia Chilli Potato
chilli potato stole the show, so crispy and flavorful!
Shobhit Tyagi
Frequently Asked Questions
Is all the food vegetarian, and can dishes be customized?
Yes, Dhamaka is a 100% pure vegetarian food truck serving Indian street snacks and Indo-Chinese fusion, including Manchurian dishes made with vegetable-based ingredients like cabbage. Dishes can also be customized without onion, garlic, or sour ingredients upon request.
How late is the food truck open?
The food truck operates during evening and late-night hours, open from 6:00 PM until 12:00 AM Monday through Saturday, and 6:00 PM until 11:00 PM on Sunday.
What are the portion sizes like, and what dishes are recommended to share?
Portions are generous and well-suited for sharing. Popular choices include the Dhamaka Special Chinese Platter (combining noodles, fried rice, and Manchurian), Chole Kulche with soft kulcha flatbread, and the Triple Dhamaka Grilled Sandwich loaded with cheese.
Is there parking available near the food truck?
Yes, ample parking is available on-site, with free parking lot, paid parking lot, and free street parking options nearby.
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