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Belles Hot Chicken Fitzroy

150 Gertrude St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

Recommended by 6 people

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150 Gertrude St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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+61 3 9077 0788
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Belles Hot Chicken Fitzroy

Nashville transplants give the place their nod of approval: fried chook with shatter-crisp crusts that hold their crunch against seasoned chili oils. Diners dial the heat along a sliding scale—from mild Southern dusting to tear-inducing Really Hot—without losing the bird underneath. Red vinyl booths, soul tracks on rotation, and glasses of chilled natural wine keep the room buzzing. Trays get stacked with Old Bay fries, mac and cheese, and smooth mash under ladles of Good Gravy.

  • Shatter-Crisp Hot Chicken: Breading holds its crunch against house chili oils across customizable heat tiers from Southern to Really Hot.
  • Classic Southern Sides: Old Bay fries, creamy mac and cheese, and smooth mash topped with house gravy balance the heat.
  • Natural Wine & Craft Beer: A drinks list pouring natural wines and local craft beers calibrated to pair with chili spice.
  • Retro Diner Energy: Red vinyl booth seating and a vintage diner layout driven by upbeat soul and hip-hop tracks.
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Why Choose Belles Hot Chicken Fitzroy

Discover why Belles Hot Chicken Fitzroy sets the gold standard for fiery Nashville soul food, retro diner energy, and communal dining—reserve your booth today.

  • Shattered-Glass Crisp Poultry

    Belles delivers an unmistakable crunch that holds up flawlessly against house-crafted spicy oils across tiered heat levels.

    The breading is remarkably light and shattered-glass crisp, maintaining its structural integrity even when tossed in their signature spicy oils.

    Punit Fernandes

  • Authentic Southern Comfort Sides

    The menu backs up fiery chicken with classic soul-food accompaniments, from decadent mac and cheese to silky mash drenched in savory gravy.

    The mashed potato was smooth and the gravy was out of this world as the texture was just perfect.

    Alif Fahmi

  • Communal Hands-On Feasting

    The casual, hands-on format makes sampling different chicken cuts and heat grades a shared ritual for parties.

    Really nice place to go as a group because it gives you the opportunity to trial a bunch of different chicken bits, and eating messily with your hands is a bonding experience like no other.

    Mrs E View

  • Accommodating Group Service

    Welcoming front-of-house staff handle parties with ease, ensuring group orders run smoothly.

    They had amazing service, impeccable patience (especially with the large group we had) and a great attitude.

    Dylan Sabir

  • Retro American Diner Atmosphere

    Stepping into the Fitzroy venue immerses guests in retro diner nostalgia complete with cozy booth seating and vibrant music.

    The red vinyl booths, the checkered floors, and the vintage decor make you feel like you've stepped into a time capsule from the 1950s.

    Willow beynon-coles

  • Curated Drink Pairings

    A curated beverage program pairs cold beers and natural wines to refresh the palate between fiery bites.

    To top it all off, the beers were wonderful, offering a great selection that perfectly complemented our meal.

    Timothy Wilson-Douglas

Signature fried chicken and quintessential Southern comfort sides celebrated across guest reviews.

  • Mac & Cheese

    The mac and cheese was decadently cheesy and comforting, a perfect pairing for the spicy main attraction.

    Willow beynon-coles

  • Chicken Tenders

    The chicken tenders were moist and scrumptious.

    Nathan Atherton

  • Old Bay Fries

    The fries were next level: generously seasoned, perfectly hot, and irresistibly crispy.

    Esther

  • Mash and Gravy

    The mashed potato was smooth and the gravy was out of this world as the texture was just perfect.

    Alif Fahmi

Other favorites

Round out your Nashville feast with signature dips, house drinks, and cooling Southern staples—book your table now.

  • Belles Sauce

    Don’t skip the **Belles Sauce** on the side—it’s the ultimate dipping companion for both the chicken and the fries.

    Punit Fernandes

  • Spiked Lemonade

    Spiked lemonade is the drink of choice hands down.

    Josh Tusjak

  • Coleslaw

    Complementing the fiery chicken, the coleslaw was refreshingly crisp and creamy, providing a cool counterbalance to the heat.

    Willow beynon-coles

  • Cornbread

    And the cornbread? It was heavenly—soft, moist, and with a hint of sweetness that rounded off the meal beautifully.

    Willow beynon-coles

Before you head over

Essential advice on spice levels, dipping sauces, and booth seating—book your table now to guarantee your spot.

  • Pace Your Heat and Plan Ahead

    Belles' heat scale ranges from no-heat Southern up to blistering tiers described as "pure hellfire." If you test your limits with the spiciest options, pace yourself with creamy sides or spiked lemonade, and keep aftercare in mind as dairy desserts are not stocked on the diner's menu.

  • Order Extra House Sauces

    Signature sides like Old Bay fries and tenders call for heavy dipping, but meals do not automatically come with endless condiments. Be sure to order an extra side of "Belles Sauce" or "Mississippi Comeback Sauce" to avoid running out mid-meal.

  • Book Ahead for Group Feasts

    Dining with groups of up to eight lets you share different chicken cuts, heat levels, and comfort sides family-style. Because the cozy retro dining room and booths fill quickly during peak meal times, reserve your table in advance.

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