😱Lizzie’s first impression: came back recently after not having thought about this place for a few years - nothing has changed and their food is still so on point.
🍩Lizzie enjoyed: big boys are known for their ribs and American sandwiches. They are delicious and everything you need in a burger. I loved the pork ribs - it’s cooked so well and juicy and tender.
🍅Lizzie did not enjoy: it is quite oily so make sure you order a side of slaw and a bottle of soda.
🥇Lizzie rates overall: this place is actually very underrated - definitely check it out if you’re feeling a feast!
Fantastic smoked meats! Ribs and wings were simply amazing. Their unsung hero is the string onion rings. No idea what were the exact ingredients in there. They were simply addictive. Each piece of onion rings was crunchy and munchie, a umami bomb bursting in my mouth.
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+4
The only American bbq shop we have tried in melbourne and it was delicious! We went there with my friend and we shared the food. The ribs was amazing! The portion is good with reasonable price.
I've been to the Caulfield store and loved it so when I stumbled across the CBD store I was intruiged. I didn't want to stuff my face for lunch so i just had the brisket burger. It was pretty darn delicious.
The store its unassuming and not gimmicky despite the name. It's actually too good for touristy Hardware lane.
I didn't get the full big boy bbq experience on this occasion but it still remains one of my fave American joints in Melbourne. Tasty sticky ribs, beautiful brisket, all of the sides!
Whether you want a sandwich that won't burst your belt, or you want to test your stretchy pants for dinner, Big Boy BBQ will cater.
Walking along hardware lane, there are many choices but we thought we would try out Big Boy BBQ! We were happy with our choice...
The ‘Zee’ man sandwich - a slice of beef brisket coupled with smoked cheese, fried onion strings and barbecue sauce! Why haven’t I been to this place sooner? It was literally like a burger but a more loaded one! Beef brisket was so tender and juicy and the addition of the fried onion strings just did it for me!
Chicken wings and fried onion strings - wings were barbecued beautifully with a tinge of charred taste giving it that extra flavor! Gotta say it was finger licking good. Fried onion strings was a good side to have whilst feasting on the wings.
We would love to visit Big Boy BBQ again to try the rest of their sandwiches! 😊
I always order the New Yorker on Rye whenever I feel like a nice delicious sandwich 🥪 while wandering around the city.
My husband enjoys their burgers 🍔
Great place for a delicious meal.
I love American style BBQ so much. The food here is excellent. I always come here when I'm feeling homesick. It's also really difficult to find pastrami sandwiches in Melbourne.
It's a little pricey and it's not the greatest place to sit and eat, but the food is on point and that's what's important.
Have Hunger, Will Travel
+4
The original and the best. Big Boys pioneered the BBQ scene in Australia way back when in their original Elsternwick store and many have since followed. Have travelled far and wide for their delightful BBQ fare in my time and would again.
First time trying American style Barbecued meats. I ordered "Zee Man" roll for take away. It is basically a sesame seed buns filled with barbecued beef brisket sliced thins to be sandwiched between the buns with fried onions and smokey sauce. Tasted nice as it was smoky, tangy and roasty at the same time. The meat was also tender enough. Chips were on point, crispy and well seasoned.
Nice American bbq shop in cod. Good portion and not expensive. The chicken wings are very nice and the pork ribs also good. Good place for meat brunch lol
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