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Sonsa Markets

216-218 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

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216-218 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

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+61 3 9417 1706
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sonsa Markets

Sonsa Markets turns mundane pantry runs into a bustling Turkish grocer haul backed by hot street food. Up front by the window, the bakers roll and griddle flaky spinach and feta gözleme right to order. Regulars bypass standard supermarket aisles to haul out big bunches of fresh herbs, mountain tea, and tubs of spices alongside freshly squeezed juice. Grab a warm börek with pickled chili and lemon, scoop up some smoky eggplant dip, or tuck into crisp baklava while browsing the aisles.

  • Made-to-Order Gözleme & Börek: Spinach and feta gözleme and savory börek are rolled and griddled right at the front window to order.
  • Specialty Global Pantry: Shelves stock rare finds like mountain tea, bulk spices, Turkish sucuk, pickles, and injera.
  • Fresh Produce & Herbs: Priced well for daily home cooking alongside freshly squeezed juices and dips.
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Why Shop and Eat at Sonsa Markets

Discover freshly rolled gözleme, hard-to-find international ingredients, and a warm neighborhood market atmosphere on Smith Street.

  • Hot Gözleme and Fresh Juice Made to Order

    Sonsa prepares gözleme and börek continuously right at the front counter, pairing warm flatbreads with fresh coffee or freshly pressed citrus juice.

    The best part is the freshly squeezed juices paired with gözleme.

    Yasemin Deniz

  • Hard-to-Find Global Pantry Staples

    Sonsa stocks an expansive selection of hard-to-find international foods, specialty cheeses, and bulk spices absent from mainstream supermarket duopolies.

    Great selection of items you won’t find at the big crap duopolies! Good spot for big bunches of fresh herbs, dried herbs and spices, pickles and hot sauces!

    Danny Art

  • Live Front-Window Baking

    Shoppers can watch skilled bakers actively roll and bake flatbreads through the street-facing windows while browsing the market aisles.

    You can see them make everything through the windows and it's fascinating to watch.

    Martin Hand

  • Vibrant Market Vibe to Explore

    The shop features a lively market atmosphere and fresh house dips, inviting visitors to linger and explore curated goods.

    The golzeme was delicious and the market was fun to explore while it was being made.

    Jonathan Swartz

  • Familiar Cultural Comforts

    The market carries traditional staples like injera, Turkish sucuk, and kaşar peynir, making migrant communities feel immediately at home.

    The market vibe is exceptional and very friendly staff. Reminds me of back home.

    Mubarek Imam

  • Warmth for New Communities

    Sonsa eases relocation and settlement by providing authentic cultural staples that bring warmth and connection to new arrivals.

    This is one of the places that made my migration to Melbourne happy!

    Julien Leyre

Freshly baked Turkish flatbreads and deli specialties made in-house

  • Gözleme

    Gözleme were flavourful and super fresh.

    Mark Perrott

  • Börek

    gozleme n borek are the best

    Emi Basir

  • Pide

    Great find and market with fresh pide + gozleme and heaps more

    Hayley Kennedy

  • Homemade hummus

    the best homemade hummus I've ever tasted

    Jodie Foreman

Other favorites

Drinks, deli sides, and sweets to complete your stop

  • Freshly squeezed juices

    The best part is the freshly squeezed juices paired with gözleme.

    Yasemin Deniz

  • Coffee

    Coffee was also on point.

    Mark Perrott

  • Eggplant dip

    so is the eggplant dip

    jerm worm

  • Baklava

    And FYI the baklava is a stand out also.

    Andrew Akathiotis

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service gestures and handcrafted kitchen details across the market

  • Front-Window Flatbread Making & Conversation

    Flatbreads are rolled, stuffed, and baked right at the front window, where the cooks chat with visitors and happily talk about their traditional culinary techniques.

  • Custom Pide Trimming for On-the-Go Bags

    Counter staff accommodate shoppers on the go by trimming fresh pide or gözleme into custom portions so they fit conveniently into your personal bag.

  • Behind-the-Counter Saffron & Party Portioning Advice

    For discerning home cooks looking for authentic Persian saffron, staff hold genuine stock behind the counter and offer direct portioning advice for specific meals or parties.

  • Thoughtful Vegan Soups & Gluten-Free Treats

    Staff cater to dietary restrictions with dedicated homemade soup varieties (one vegan and one meat) alongside specialty gluten-free baked treats like orange almond cake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the gözleme and börek freshly made on-site?

Yes, gozleme and borek are made fresh on-site in front of the shop. If you arrive around midday, you can get them freshly prepared, and staff can reheat them later in the afternoon if you are running late. Both dine-in and takeout options are available.

What specialty groceries can I find here?

Beyond standard fresh produce, Sonsa Markets stocks Middle Eastern and international staples you won't find at major supermarkets, including Turkish sucuk, kaşar peynir, mountain tea, injera, bulk spices, homemade hummus, and dips.

Can I grab lunch or coffee to go while grocery shopping?

Yes, Sonsa Markets offers ready-to-eat hot food, fresh juice, and coffee alongside groceries, and both takeout and dine-in are supported. Staff are also happy to cut up items like pide or gozleme to fit easily in your bag.

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