Unique Canberra meals to try after lockdown
Coronavirus has forced closures for many businesses for an indefinite period, and many local businesses will be facing hard times. While takeaway and delivery options are still available, it just isn’t the same as dining on location.
Some businesses have unique items on their menus that are well worth a try. Below is a list of five Canberra restaurants and food trucks with their own unique menu items that should be tried once the lockdown is over. Not only will you be getting a great meal, but you will also be helping local businesses.
Grease Monkey – The Parmy
The Chicken Parmigiana, or ‘Parmi’, is a classic Australian dish enjoyed by many over the years. You can find it in just about every single bar and restaurant in the country, and it never fails to satisfy the needs of a hungry person. You can’t go wrong with a good ‘Parmi’. If you have ever wondered what it might be like as a burger, then wonder no more as the crew down at Grease Monkey have one on their menu. It tastes as good as it looks, which is incredible to say the least.
Brodburger – Broddog
Plenty of people love a good old-fashioned hot dog. The classic ‘Bunnings Snag’ is a simple meal that is revered around the country. Local establishment Brodburger, with three locations in the city, have made their own version of a classic hotdog. The ‘Broddog’ includes some ingredients you might not usually find on a hotdog bun, making it quite the experience.
Mandalay Bus – Waffle Fries
If you ever driven up Lonsdale Street and seen that colourful double decker bus just sitting there in the Haig Park carpark, then that is the well-known Mandalay Bus. The Burmese fusion food truck has made a name for itself becoming one of, if not the top food trucks in all of Canberra. The Waffles fries are something that should be tried. You could go for the plain style, or you could try the ‘Peanut Satay’ or ‘Jalapeno Aioli’ flavours.
Mr Papa – Pan Con Chorizo / Chanchito
With a small population of Peruvians in Australia, finding good and authentic Peruvian food won’t be easy. The people of Canberra are in luck however, with the Mr Papa food truck brings quality food to the public. You could try any of their menu items and be happy but their most popular item, the Chanchito, is well worth a try. If that isn’t for you, go for the Pan Con Chorizo for something a little different.
Milky Lane – Chic-Kanye
While Milky Lane isn’t exclusive to Canberra, it’s burgers are certainly unique, and they have some rather interesting names as well. The ‘Chic-Kanye’ is just one of the menu items you should try. With a collection of quality ingredients, it is well worth trying. Milky Lane also has plenty of unique and interesting shakes to try, that constantly change.
So once self-isolation measures are lifted, give these unique dishes a try for a distinctly special Canberra experience.
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