Restaurant
Ziggy's Eatery
195 Carlisle St, Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia
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195 Carlisle St, Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia
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Perched on Carlisle Street, Ziggy's Eatery serves towering, unpretentious burgers alongside Middle Eastern shawarma without any greasy fast-food remorse. Counter seats put the open flattop on full display as patties hit the heat to order. Regulars lean into the double-patty Recovery burger—dripping with blue cheese—or pivot toward the plant-based VFC burger and spiced shawarma wraps. The weekday ten-dollar lunch special packs serious value onto the strip, best paired with a stool out front for people-watching the foot traffic.
- Burgers Meet Shawarma: Stacked beef builds like the blue cheese Recovery burger share the bill with spiced shawarma plates and a dedicated vegan menu.
- Open-Kitchen Counter: Open counter seating lets diners watch patties and wraps cooked fresh to order straight off the grill.
- Ten-Dollar Lunch Deal: Weekday daytime pricing delivers freshly cooked burgers and schnitzel wraps for an accessible ten dollars.
- Carlisle Street Perch: Outdoor sidewalk tables and streetside stools offer a casual perch right along Carlisle Street.
What's On at Ziggy's Eatery
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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The Ziggy's Eatery Advantage
Why Balaclava locals and burger enthusiasts make Ziggy's their go-to neighborhood eatery
Indulgent Yet Fresh Burger Craving Relief
Ziggy's serves generous, flavor-packed burgers and crispy sides prepared fresh to satisfy intense burger cravings.
It’s fresh, filling + the perfect amount of dirty, without feeling bad for you.
Sophie Spencer Dedicated Vegan and Fusion Shawarma Variety
Extensive plant-based items like the VFC burger and El Diablo shawarma salad provide flavorful options without compromising taste.
Can’t fault the El Diablo vegan shawarma salad!
Anita Ozimek Exceptional Ten-Dollar Lunchtime Value
Diners can grab freshly prepared burgers and schnitzel wraps during lunch for exceptional value without overspending.
Their $10 lunchtime specials are amazing value – we've tried both the burger and the schnitzel wrap and they’re absolutely scrumptious.
Lilly Hawkins Budget-Friendly Quality on Carlisle Street
For those climbing, working, or touring Balaclava on a tight budget, the lunchtime deal guarantees a hearty, balanced meal.
We came across this excellent deal of 10 dollars for one of the best burgers we have had in Melbourne.
Mariadelmar Rothkegel Front-Row Open Kitchen Sights and Aromas
Counter seating right in front of the open kitchen lets diners observe their fresh patties and wraps grilled to order.
Everything was prepared and cooked in front of me so I was assured of the quality of the burger.
Dom Haluag Carlisle Street Sidewalk Atmosphere
Outdoor sidewalk tables and bar stools offer an unhurried perch to soak in Carlisle Street's neighborhood energy.
Eat in and enjoy the passing crowd.
Michelle Ainley
Most popular items
Signature burgers and shawarma favorites cooked fresh to order
Recovery Burger
First time trying this place, and I enjoyed their ‘recovery’ burger, quite juicy and generous portions!
AiNe eNiA Moo Burger
I had their Moo burger, which was amazing with its barbecue sauce!
Dom Haluag El Diablo Vegan Shawarma Salad
Can’t fault the El Diablo vegan shawarma salad!
Anita Ozimek VFC Vegan Burger
This is one of the best vegan burgers I’ve had
Sophie Spencer
Other favorites
Loaded specialty fries, vegetarian wraps, and sweet desserts
Truffle Fries
The truffle fries were a hit with my dining companion
Foodie Files Melbourne Chilli Cheese Fries
the chili cheese fries are just delicious
Marie Candasamy Pillay Falafel Wrap
the falafel wrap and the melt-in-your-mouth churros with chocolate and caramel dipping sauces
LS Churros
melt-in-your-mouth churros with chocolate and caramel dipping sauces
LS
Beyond the menu
Distinctive hospitality details that elevate the neighborhood burger counter experience
Front-Row Griddle Seating
Counter seating directly overlooks the open kitchen, letting diners watch patties sizzle and orders assembled fresh right in front of them.
Dedicated Vegan Comfort Creations
Plant-based diners get dedicated creations rather than token substitutions, ranging from the signature VFC burger to seasoned vegan shawarma salads.
Carlisle Street People-Watching Perch
High-energy Carlisle Street sidewalk tables and street-facing window bar stools let guests relax and take in the local neighborhood foot traffic.
Tailored Fry Sizing
The kitchen accommodates thoughtful table adjustments, like plating smaller custom portions of shareable truffle fries on request.
Before you head over
Practical pointers on ordering, timing, and dining options at Ziggy's Eatery.
Dine in for Peak Burger Freshness
Dine in directly at the counter rather than ordering delivery to avoid transit delays, ensuring burgers arrive hot, juicy, and fresh off the grill.
Target the $10 Lunchtime Special
Take advantage of the $10 lunch special for high-value burgers and wraps prepared to order on a budget.
Explore Dedicated Vegan Options
Plant-based diners can explore dedicated vegan items like the VFC burger or the spicy El Diablo shawarma salad without needing custom modifications.
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