Old Spitalfields Market, Bethnal Green Road, London, E1 6EW
Harden's says
Smoked barbecue stall serving up smoked meat sandwiches at Old Spitalifields Market and venues around London - from actual locomotives!
Harden's survey result
Summary
“Still top street food IMO” – this oven shaped like an old steam locomotive is an eye-catching fixture in Spitalfield Market and delivers “amazing meats that melt in the mouth”.
Summary
Meaty street-food dishes, smoked in an oven shaped like the boiler of an old steam engine, produce “fabulous food” in the “great setting” of Spitalfield Market. (In August 2023, they graduated to include a small unit with a few seats in the section of the market on Lamb Street.)
Summary
“Consistently great meat at a very reasonable price, given the quality of product” again wins the highest marks for Cleo Vizioli’s street market hit, known for its rolls loaded with smoked cuts. Just look out for the old steam locomotive, and you can watch your meal roasting away in the boiler!
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Owner's description
Smokoloko is the evolution in the smoked barbecue business. Catering at street markets and events, directly from their vintage locomotive stalls, Smokoloko serves smoked meat sandwiches bursting with flavours and aromas.
Our meats are carefully selected taking in mind its provenance and quality, then smoked for 6 hours in cherry wood and herbs. The fresh and fluffy bread flatbread is sourced daily and handmade by a specialist middle eastern bread stall in Dalston market. Add delicious grilled onions and there you have it, a succulent smoked meat sandwich fit for a king.
SMOKOLOKO was born at Comida Fest’s first edition, in South Bank and it has been a success since then. SMOKOLOKO is now expanding and growing its operations with the addition of three extra locomotives. The smoking meat specialists are now a permanent fixture at Spitalfields Market, and have also been selling on ad hoc basis in Shoreditch, Canary Wharf as well as taking part in outdoor events at Trafalgar Square, Brixton and the Brazilian Embassy.
WHERE WE ARE
Blowing smoke every day at Old Spitalfields Market, from 11am to 3pm. Just look for our unmissable (and charming) stall, the only locomotive in the market. Check our facebook page for new fixed and temporary locations.
CATERING AND EVENTS
Smokoloko locomotives are available to hire for private and corporate events. The locomotives can be easily transported to events locations and become operational catering sites. Our street markets menu can be turned into delicious canapés versions, including veggie options.
Smokoloko locomotives are available to hire for private and corporate events. Contact us via sales@smokoloko.uk
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £11.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
Restaurant details
Old Spitalfields Market, Bethnal Green Road, London, E1 6EW
Opening hours
| Monday | 11 am‑8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am‑8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am‑8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am‑8 pm |
| Friday | 11 am‑8 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am‑8 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am‑8 pm |
