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American BBQ Restaurant! Huge range of Burgers & Slow Smoked American BBQ Meats – Beef and Pork Ribs, Brisket, Chicken, Share platters and more… tasty range of sides including Corn Bread, Smoked Mac and Cheese, Loaded fries and much much more. Plus incredible breakfast options on weekends. Corporate and Domestic Catering – sliders, burgers, slow smoked meats and sides.
Casual colourful cafe during the day, then offering American BBQ for dinner.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 181 Victoria Ave, Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia
Phone: +61 3 9676 2399
Website: https://www.thirdwavebbq.com.au/
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American BBQ Meats, Burgers, Weekend Breakfast | Menu
Slow Smoked American BBQ, Burgers, Crazy Specials – Breakfast, lunch and dinner menu at Third Wave Cafe Albert Park.
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Monica Echeverria
Third Wave Cafe is a small, cozy restaurant that has built quite a reputation for its slow-cooked meats and generous portions. If you’re someone who enjoys hearty meals and protein-focused dishes, this place is definitely worth checking out.
The menu offers good variety, especially if you like BBQ, smoked meats, and lean proteins. The standout here is definitely the slow-cooked meat options — tender, flavorful, and satisfying. Portions are very generous, sometimes almost comically large, which makes it great for sharing or for those with a serious appetite.
A fun bonus…if it’s your birthday, you can sign up on their website to receive a special birthday deal. It requires a minimum spend, but it’s quite reasonable considering you’ll likely order drinks and food for whoever is joining you.
The service is friendly and quick, which helps keep the experience smooth even when the restaurant is busy. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, making it a good place for a laid-back meal with friends or a casual celebration.
Waffles weren’t the highlight, so if you’re visiting, it’s better to focus on what they do best — the meats.
The slow-cooked meats and BBQ platters are the safest and best choices on the menu.
Portions are big, so sharing plates is a good idea if you want to try multiple things.
… moreThe menu offers good variety, especially if you like BBQ, smoked meats, and lean proteins. The standout here is definitely the slow-cooked meat options — tender, flavorful, and satisfying. Portions are very generous, sometimes almost comically large, which makes it great for sharing or for those with a serious appetite.
A fun bonus…if it’s your birthday, you can sign up on their website to receive a special birthday deal. It requires a minimum spend, but it’s quite reasonable considering you’ll likely order drinks and food for whoever is joining you.
The service is friendly and quick, which helps keep the experience smooth even when the restaurant is busy. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, making it a good place for a laid-back meal with friends or a casual celebration.
Waffles weren’t the highlight, so if you’re visiting, it’s better to focus on what they do best — the meats.
The slow-cooked meats and BBQ platters are the safest and best choices on the menu.
Portions are big, so sharing plates is a good idea if you want to try multiple things.
Adrian D’Aprano
Fantastic meal – we had a 2 person meat platter. Mouth watering, magnificently prepared. We talked about it for days. Definitely coming back. Key lime pie is too good. Service was fine for Boxing Day (staff got an automatic pass for working a public holiday). Only down score was music – too loud and not conjucive to chilled dining. So we sat outside. Might be good to fix that for indoor eaters (so food doesnt go cold in breeze).
… moreCliff H
Been coming here for years now and never disappointed. Got my nephew here as well as he had heard a lot from me and had been looking forward to his visit. The consistency of the smoked meats over the years is just amazing, especially the brisket. Did not disappoint and everyone left very satisfied.
… moreAli Matkowsky
Wow – we had the meat platter for two at Third Wave BBQ and it absolutely delivered. The portions were massive, and we were completely full by the end. The meats were slow-smoked and so tender the brisket was rich, smoky flavour and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
The variety on the platter was great too — a good mix of meats and sides that gave us a taste of what this place does best. Service was friendly and efficient, and the overall atmosphere was buzzing. We’ll definitely be back in the future!
If you’re in Melbourne and love slow cooked meats and American BBQ, Third Wave BBQ is for you!
… moreThe variety on the platter was great too — a good mix of meats and sides that gave us a taste of what this place does best. Service was friendly and efficient, and the overall atmosphere was buzzing. We’ll definitely be back in the future!
If you’re in Melbourne and love slow cooked meats and American BBQ, Third Wave BBQ is for you!
Kate ZHANG
Had an awesome BBQ meal here — everything was smoky, tender, and packed with flavor. The brisket was juicy with a perfect bark, the ribs practically fell off the bone, and the pulled pork was rich without being greasy. Sides were just as good (the mac & cheese is a must), and the sauces hit that sweet-and-tangy spot. Staff were friendly and quick, and the whole place had a laid-back vibe. If you’re craving proper American-style barbecue, this is the spot — can’t wait to come back.
… moreSammy K
Fantastic spot and ambience. Staff was friendly and good choice of food. Something for everyone big platters, mains, burgers and large or small starters and sides.
We ordered beef ribs and pork ribs and they were absolutely to die for and falling off the the bones. Huge quantity as well.
Will be back sure again. Thanks for an awesome dining experience.
… moreWe ordered beef ribs and pork ribs and they were absolutely to die for and falling off the the bones. Huge quantity as well.
Will be back sure again. Thanks for an awesome dining experience.
Andrew Goulding
Can’t fault this place. Had a fantastic meal here. We shared a little and I suggest you do too. Bacon was interesting, glad I tried it but probably don’t need to again. The brisket and beef ribs were an experience. Definitely recommend. Do note that while the prices are high, you won’t be hungry! I’m looking forward to what I’m going to try next time.
… moreIsabel
American-style BBQ foods full of flavour and juice!
Came here to try with the birthday voucher and so glad that I came across it! Birthday celebrant gets their meal essentially on the house and other participants have a requirement to spend around $50 I believe. Servings are HUGE and def recommend this place if you’re looking for a hearty and hefty meal!
… moreCame here to try with the birthday voucher and so glad that I came across it! Birthday celebrant gets their meal essentially on the house and other participants have a requirement to spend around $50 I believe. Servings are HUGE and def recommend this place if you’re looking for a hearty and hefty meal!
ORFO
The food is amazing. We got the plater for 4 and all I can say it would feed 6 adults easily. The BBQ ribs are the best I’ve ever had. Meat falls of the bone and melts in your mouth. Third Wave BBQ sauce just tops it off. I strongly recommend you try their food. You definitely won’t be disappointed.
… moreSiddharth Adam
After watching one of their Instagram videos of their “Thors Hammer”, I really wanted to try this place. So while visiting Melbourne, stopped by on the way to the airport for a quick lunch. Since I was alone, there was no point ordering the Thors hammer. So I ordered the platter for 1 person. It was HUGE!!!!! The price in theory sounds like a lot but considering I probably wont eat for the next 2 days, it was very good value 😛
The meats were fall-apart tender, the fries were extra crispy and the sauce was fantastic.
Also tried the Pecan Pie which after the platter was a bit too much for me to finish. If you do visit, save some space for dessert… the pie is truly special.
Will definitely visit again if I am in Melbourne
… moreThe meats were fall-apart tender, the fries were extra crispy and the sauce was fantastic.
Also tried the Pecan Pie which after the platter was a bit too much for me to finish. If you do visit, save some space for dessert… the pie is truly special.
Will definitely visit again if I am in Melbourne