Are you a street food trailblazer? Or an OG? Then welcome to the world’s biggest street food competition. Founded 17 years ago. Apply to compete at one of our European heats – open to the public – where there will be a people’s vote AND a judges’ vote, plus wild cards for the traders our judges think deserve them. Winners will then go through to the 2026 European Street Food Awards finals in October. So block out your calendar!
A Street Food Award genuinely changes lives. Wingmans, big winners at the BSFA and the ESFA in 2017, recently opened up their second ‘proper’ restaurant. MEATliquor, who won at the Awards back in 2009 – now have nine of the things. Bao have five. An Award opens doors. This year the national winners will be going to compete in the grand finals in Germany. And (maybe) get to join the European team to take on America. BSFA winners go places. Literally.
The full list of confirmed locations for the heats will follow soon. If you’re a foodie, do NOT miss this opportunity. Clear your diary. If you’re a trader, head straight over to our new application form. Our Awards have been drawing attention to the great works being done in the world of really casual eating since 2009. And, since 2017, things have been going crazy at our events in Europe and the USA. Now’s your chance to get involved – come and join us.
