Restaurant
Big Earle's Roadhouse Barbecue
273 Ingles St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia
Find Big Earle's Roadhouse Barbecue
273 Ingles St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia
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Visit websiteAbout Big Earle's Roadhouse Barbecue
Tucked into Port Melbourne, this sprawling roadhouse dishes up serious Texas-style barbecue from a custom smoker. Regulars make a beeline for the mega tasting plate—heaped with twelve-hour beef brisket, ribs pulling clean off the bone, and spicy jalapeño sausage alongside loaded fries. It is entirely unlicensed, so pack an esky; the staff will chill your cans in the fridge while you warm up by the converted gas tank fire pits. Between the pool tables, retro memorabilia, and open wood fires, families and dog owners settle in without reservations for trays of brisket sangers dripping with house sauce.
- Twelve-hour smoked meats: Smoked low and slow for up to twelve hours, anchoring sharing platters with ribs, pork butt, and house-made barbecue sauce.
- Roadhouse yard and fire pits: Spacious yard featuring wood fires, a giant converted gas tank hearth, pool tables, and lawn games.
- BYO-friendly policy: Unlicensed setup where diners bring their own cans and staff chill them on-site.
- Casual walk-in dining: Walk-in friendly with picnic benches that welcome groups, children, and dogs without table reservations.
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Why Choose Big Earle's Roadhouse Barbecue
Authentic Texas pit barbecue, retro roadhouse entertainment, and fireside yard comfort in Port Melbourne
Slow-Smoked Texas Barbecue Platters
Pit-smoked platters deliver exceptionally tender brisket, pork butt, and fall-off-the-bone ribs loaded with savoury depth and generous portions.
Ribs fell off the bone, the brisket was so tender, the pork butt was juicy lol, honestly best bbq I’ve had in Melbourne.
Sydney Scott Abundant Group Feasting at Honest Value
Massive mega tasting platters combine multiple smoked meats and house sides at prices that provide generous value for hungry groups.
The mega tasting plate was stacked with beautifully cooked meats — brisket, ribs, sausage, pulled pork — all tender and full of flavour.
FlavourFiend Warehouse Yard Packed with Interactive Games
Spacious rustic yard complete with pool tables, table tennis, foosball, and kids activities guarantees lively entertainment for all ages.
From the moment you arrive, there’s a fun, relaxed vibe with games, fire pits and plenty happening to keep everyone entertained.
Tanya Husnu Immersive Texan Roadhouse Atmosphere
Salvaged industrial fixtures, retro pop-culture displays, and live weekend tunes create a vivid roadside roadhouse atmosphere.
The live shows are very entertaining and really make you feel the Texan experience.
Santiago Rodríguez Warming Open Fire Pits for Chilly Weather
A giant converted gas tank fire pit and distributed wood-burning braziers keep outdoor seating warm and welcoming during chilly Melbourne weather.
The open fire places in winter are also a treat
Leesh Mykytowycz Walk-In Ready and Genuinely Dog-Friendly
No reservations required and a completely welcoming stance for furry companions make casual spontaneous visits effortless.
Lots of warming fires spotted around the venue and very dog friendly.
samantha threadgold
Most popular items
Authentic Texas-style smoked meats and generous roadhouse favorites
Mega Tasting Plate
The mega tasting plate was stacked with beautifully cooked meats — brisket, ribs, sausage, pulled pork — all tender and full of flavour.
FlavourFiend Brisket
The brisket here is absolutely amazing even compared to global standards, being extremely juicy and soft.
William Hua Loaded Fries
the loaded fries were a standout, and portions were generous.
Tanya Husnu Brisket & Slaw Sandwich
Had the Brisket & Slaw Sandwich for a casual lunch, bloody good, ticked all the boxes for satisfying that BBQ craving.
Nasih Abdulsamad
Beyond the menu
Memorable hospitality gestures and distinctive roadhouse touches that elevate your visit
Personal Pitmaster Smoker Tours
The pitmaster actively welcomes guests by taking them on personal tours around the custom-built smokehouse rig to explain the smoking craft and setup.
Complimentary Fridge Storage for BYO Drinks
Staff facilitate a relaxed BYO experience by chilling guests' outside beer and beverage cans directly in the venue's on-site fridges upon arrival.
Repurposed Gas Tank Fire Pit
A massive decommissioned gas cylinder converted into an oversized central wood fire keeps the open-air yard toasty on brisk days.
Dedicated Kids' Axe Throw and Activities
The warehouse grounds include a dedicated kids' axe-throwing station alongside ride-on foot cars and wooden building blocks to keep children occupied.
Before you head over
Practical advice for timing, drinks, and ordering at Big Earle's Roadhouse Barbecue
Bring Your Own Drinks
The venue does not serve alcohol on tap or sell drinks on-site; guests are welcome to bring their own cans and staff will store them in the fridge.
Arrive Early for Peak Hours
Big Earle's operates on a walk-in basis without table bookings, but it gets busy during peak lunch hours and popular meats can sell out.
Note the Sausage Spice Level
The house sausages contain jalapeño peppers and deliver notable heat, so check spice preferences before ordering the share platters.
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