Canh bun (water spinach noodle soup).

Co Thu Quan

This Richmond stalwart is a haven for anyone who returns from Vietnam with cravings for its incredible street food.

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Santos Churrascaria

Traditional home-style cooking in a no-frills setting.

A selection of South American dishes at Papelon.
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Papelon

Welcoming Venezuelan restaurant on the edge of Footscray Market.

Hu Tieu Go Ong Map in Footscray.
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Hu Tieu Go Ong Map

Perpetually busy seafood and snail specialists.

Hanoi speciality cha ca la vong (fish grilled with turmeric and dill) at Co Thu Quan.
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Co Thu Quan

All-day cafe that ventures beyond southern staples.

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Noodle soups are topped with crab and prawn,duck maryland and snails.
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Bun Cha Co Dao

Big bowls and even bigger flavours.

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African Town

Wholesome eats and eclectic beats at a Footscray faithful.

Jollof rice with meat at The African Calabash.
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The African Calabash

Soulful,supremely comforting family-run spot.

Abol Africa.
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Abol Africa

Fish and vegetables rule at this hotspot for culture and community.

The fitfit (beef soup) at Ras Dashen.
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Ras Dashen

Stews and bubbly flatbreads in a room that wears its heritage proudly.