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Fat Bob's Bar & Grill

80A Cochranes Rd, Moorabbin VIC 3189, Australia

Recommended by 7 people

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80A Cochranes Rd, Moorabbin VIC 3189, Australia

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+61 3 9555 0909
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Fat Bob's Bar & Grill

Tucked behind a factory gate in industrial Moorabbin, this diner trades high-street polish for neon glow and vintage garage signs. Repeat diners point straight to the two-handers—doubling beef patties on the Simplex or tackling the towering Spartan. Sides move fast: popcorn chicken, deep-fried mac and cheese bites, and cold craft beer on tap. Baskets hit the table in minutes while classic rock hums through the room.

  • Hidden industrial entrance: Tucked into an industrial pocket on Cochranes Road, hidden behind factory frontage and entered through a discreet alley gate.
  • Vintage neon and garage signs: Packed with vintage automotive memorabilia, illuminated garage placards, and glowing diner neon.
  • Hearty two-handed burgers: Generously sized patties anchor orders like the double Simplex, the Spartan, and spicy Firestone options.
  • Crisp comfort sides: Bites like golden mac and cheese nuggets, loaded fries, and seasoned popcorn chicken round out the trays.
  • Prompt, warm service: Food hits tables briskly with an upbeat floor team attentive to both quick pairs and large group tables.
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Why Fat Bob's Bar & Grill Hits the Spot

From fat, two-handed burgers and cult sides to neon-soaked retro charm tucked in Moorabbin's backstreets, book your table and dig in.

  • Bold, Hearty Comfort Burgers

    Hefty, well-constructed patties like the Jacki O and Firestone deliver serious flavour and generous portions without leaving you with a greasy finish.

    The burgers are juicy and well built, the sides are packed with flavour, and everything comes out fresh and hot.

    Reviewing With Tom

  • Crave-Worthy Sides and Bites

    The kitchen turns out non-negotiable starters and sides, anchored by legendary deep-fried mac and cheese bites and loaded fries.

    They were the best Mac and cheese bites I've ever eaten!!!!

    Terree Peacock

  • Neon-Lit Retro Diner Aesthetic

    Concealed behind Moorabbin factory fronts, the dining room transports visitors with walls plastered in authentic vintage automotive signs and electric neon.

    The neon lights and retro signs gives an awesome american roadside diner bar vibe that makes for an excellent date spot

    Beor Ong

  • High-Energy Rock Atmosphere

    A soundtrack of classic rock played with energy turns a casual burger and craft beer dinner into a lively, immersive destination outing.

    Who doesn't love to sit around and eat burgers and listen to 80s rock on full blast !!!

    Llama Bull

  • Seamless Group Celebrations

    Attentive floor staff easily manage party bookings, delivering piping hot platters simultaneously so family celebrations run without a hitch.

    All the food came out at the same time, important for hungry boys, and were great sized portions.

    Megan Mitchell

  • Engaging Venue for Clubs and Catch-Ups

    Surrounded by decades of curios and Americana, social gatherings and lunch clubs have an effortless conversation-starting space to explore together.

    The place is full of nostalgia and memorabilia, which gave everyone something to wander around and enjoy while we settled in.

    Rick

Standout burgers and house favorites—book your table to taste them fresh off the grill.

  • Spartan Burger

    The burger, was large, perfectly layered with very fresh ingredients and the sauces were excellent.

    Nigel Vernon

  • Firestone Burger

    the Firestone burger lives up to the heat rating.

    Charles Spicer

  • Popcorn Chicken

    We had the popcorn chicken with amazing accompanying creole mustard

    Nicholas Moldrich

  • Mac and Cheese Bites

    They were the best Mac and cheese bites I've ever eaten!!!!

    Terree Peacock

Other favorites

Complement your meal with house-made sides and retro diner sips.

  • Cauliflower Bites

    I would highly recommend the cauliflower bites, I'd go back just for those rippers.

    mandy

  • Onion Rings

    (Also do yourself a favour and get onion rings).

    Selena Tran

  • Loaded Fries

    Burgers and loaded fries were delicious and fresh

    Terree Peacock

  • Milkshakes

    Their milkshakes are crazy!

    ioanna alikakos

Beyond the menu

From personalized dietary care to hands-on party hosting, attentive details elevate the diner experience—book your table now.

  • Direct, Child-Friendly Menu Guidance

    Floor staff take extra time to engage directly with young diners, patiently walking little ones through the menu so families feel genuinely welcomed.

  • Frictionless Lettuce-Wrap Customization

    The kitchen accommodates low-carb and keto requests without hesitation, happily swapping standard buns for crisp lettuce wraps or serving patties bunless.

  • Dedicated Milestone Celebration Hosting

    From initial booking calls to on-the-floor manager hosting, milestone events receive prime table placement and attentive care that keep birthday groups relaxed.

  • Synchronized Group Meal Service

    Kitchen and floor teams coordinate large-party orders so meals drop simultaneously across groups as large as 16, accompanied by proactive drink check-ins.

Before you head over

Practical pointers for finding the hidden industrial entrance, sorting your sides, and locking in your table.

  • Spotting the entrance

    Don't second-guess the industrial backstreets—head straight through the modest gate and down the alleyway to reach the hidden retro dining room.

  • Customizations and sides

    Gluten-free buns and lettuce wraps are readily accommodated on request; keep in mind burgers come solo, so order your loaded fries and sides separately.

  • Booking ahead for peak hours

    Walk-ins can often snag open seating on quiet weeknights, but peak weekend services and group gatherings pack out fast. Book your table ahead to secure your spot.

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