Hungry for Fun? Discover Brisbane's Top Food Picks at the Ekka!

Aug 10

Aug 10 Hungry for Fun? Discover Brisbane's Top Food Picks at the Ekka!

Are you ready to indulge in some delicious food while having fun at the Ekka? With over 70 food vendors to choose from, it can be overwhelming to decide what to eat. But don't worry, we've got you covered with our top food picks in and around the Ekka, that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

[Cover Photo: Supplied Ekka]

First up, we have the CoCo Cheese Hotdog, a Korean-inspired street food that is making its debut at the Ekka. These crunchy corn dogs are filled with cheesy mozzarella and come in a range of coatings like sweet potato, ramen, or the original corn dog. Finish off this juicy experience with a saucy topping of your choice.

If you have a sweet tooth, then Dougie's Donuts is a must-visit. These fresh donuts come in a variety of flavors like Lemon Meringue with a lemon curd filling, Fairy Bread and Pink Sprinkle for the perfect Instagram, Vanilla Slice, M&M Nutella, and more sugary delights.

And of course, we can't forget the iconic Ekka Strawberry Sundaes. It's no wonder that over 130,000 of these sweet treats are consumed during Queensland's most loved event every year. Inside the cone sits five layers – smooth vanilla ice cream, fresh Queensland strawberries, a large scoop of strawberry ice cream, and swirls of fresh cream topped off with a whole ripe strawberry! Not only are these sundaes irresistible, but they also raise pivotal funds for The Common Good to aid life-changing medical research.

For those who prefer savory over sweet, Homemade Dumplings is the perfect choice. These authentic Chinese dumplings are individually hand-rolled and come in a variety of flavors like pork and chives, prawn, pork and chives, chicken and cabbage, and beef, onion, and carrot dumplings.

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If you're looking for vegetarian or vegan options, Ruby Rolls has got you covered. They offer a vegan option with corn, peas, roast pumpkin, and more, as well as a spinach and feta roll.

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And if you're in the mood for seafood, in the heart of King Street, CLAW has a menu featuring fresh shellfish and other seafood options, along with crowd-pleasers like the Texas smoked beef brisket, Carolina pulled pork, and buffalo chicken wings.

Last but not least, we have Toastie Boy's golden cheese toastie. This is not your average grilled cheese sandwich. Toastie Boy's uses artisan bread and premium cheese to create mouth-watering toasties.