Restaurant
Belles Hot Chicken Melbourne CBD
147 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Find Belles Hot Chicken Melbourne CBD
147 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Book NowAbout Belles Hot Chicken Melbourne CBD
Fiery Nashville hot chicken lands hard on Elizabeth Street—crust fried crisp, meat dripping juicy, and heat dialed from salted up to Rly Fkn Hot. Crowds pack retro booths under vintage tunes, pairing stacked chicken sandwiches and crinkles with cold draft beer. Regulars bypass the debate entirely and split the two-person 'All the good stuff' feast—loaded with wings, burgers, and mac and cheese.
- Customizable heat levels: Heat ranges from Southern salted seasoning to Actually Hot and searing secret-menu tiers.
- Shared feast combos: Predetermined set bundle for two delivers chicken sandwiches, wings, sides, and dipping sauces fast.
- Retro diner atmosphere: Cozy vinyl booths, throwback soundtracks, and quick table turns deliver classic diner energy in the CBD.
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Why Diners Choose Belles Hot Chicken Melbourne CBD
From customizable fiery heat and abundant sharing platters to nostalgic diner booths, explore the core reasons to book your table at Belles Hot Chicken.
Crisp, Succulent Nashville-Style Chicken
Thighs, tenders, and burgers are fried to order with an audible crunch and tender interior, delivering rich Nashville seasoning without turning greasy or dry.
crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with amazing flavor.
Happy Hippo Five Tiered Levels of Spice Customization
Diners can tailor their heat from mild salted options up to extreme habanero-level glazes, ensuring both spice enthusiasts and mild palates find their sweet spot.
5 different spice levels from southern to f*ckin hot for the 4/6 wings and side.
Amilliah Immersive Mid-Century American Diner Aesthetic
Checkerboard flooring, diner booths, and vintage neon create an authentic mid-century American diner setting right in the Melbourne CBD.
Belles has a really nice atmosphere / style, cause it feels like an old America / 50's dinner.
Jordan Arnold High-Energy Vibes and Classic Soundtrack
An upbeat retro playlist and energetic dining room hum give lunch and dinner visits a fun, vibrant backdrop that invites diners to unwind.
The atmosphere is so chill with classic music blasting! So great to sing along to.
olivia charlotte Generous 'All the Good Stuff' Sharing Feasts
The signature sharing spread aggregates wings, sandwiches, crinkle fries, and dipping sauces into an abundant combo designed specifically for pairs.
We got the ‘all the good stuff’ which was $60, and came with the perfect amount of food for two people.
Bianca Wacker Effortless Setting for Dates and Group Gatherings
The casual booth layout and shareable comfort platters make Belles an effortless go-to for casual double dates and group catch-ups—reserve your table in advance to skip the queue.
We came here for a date night and it was so good we brought our friends back a few weeks later!
Georgia
Most popular items
Signature fried chicken cuts, comfort sides, and shared feast bundles frequently praised by diners.
Chicken Wings
The wings are crispy and tender, coated in delicious spices that hit all the right notes—definitely a highlight of the menu!
Nancy Varkey Mac and Cheese
The macaroni and cheese was creamy, rich, and pure comfort food, pairing so well with the hot crispy chicken.
Gena star Nashville Spicy Burger
The Nashville Spicy Burger was really good, chicken was cooked nicely, it was crispy but not dry.
Burger_Chef "All the Good Stuff" Sharing Combo
decided to go for their “All the good stuff” option which provided a great collection of wings, burgers, salad and chips for a great price of $60 serving 2 people.
JoJo Foo
Other favorites
Comforting Southern sides and diner drinks that complement the spicy fried chicken.
Macaroni & Cheese
The macaroni and cheese was creamy, rich, and pure comfort food, pairing so well with the hot crispy chicken.
Gena star Cherry Cola
The cherry cola was delicious.
Ketchup Wannan Chips with Gravy
I must say get a lot of chips because they were my favourite part!! the gravy with them hit the spot
Bianca Wacker House Beer
We got the house beer which was also yummy.
Sueda Dogan
Frequently Asked Questions
How spicy is the chicken, and what heat levels are available?
Spice levels range across five distinct tiers from non-spicy options like Southern or salted to intense heat such as Actually Hot and Rly Fkn Hot, plus an off-menu secret level. If you prefer mild heat with solid flavor, the Traveller seasoning provides a balanced middle ground.
What comes in the shared feast bundle, and can items be swapped?
The $60 'All the good stuff' combo feeds two people generously with two chicken sandwiches, four wings, sides like fries and slaw, and dipping sauces. Note that set bundles come as fixed combinations and do not allow item substitutions.
Do you need to book ahead, and how does seating work?
Walk-ins are welcomed and frequently accommodated quickly, but the restaurant gets busy during peak times with occasional outdoor waits. Reservations can be booked in advance if you want to secure a table, while booths near the front are typically reserved for groups.
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