Restaurant
Hector's Deli
33 Stewart St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Find Hector's Deli
33 Stewart St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
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Book NowAbout Hector's Deli
Hector's Deli in Richmond builds its reputation on hearty toasties layered inside golden, house-baked sourdough. Just steps from Richmond station, the compact Stewart Street room hums around an open production kitchen where sandwich presses sizzle in full view. Regulars hover for scarce counter stools or grab takeaway, pairing flat whites with thick-cut beef and pickle toasties or gooey tuna melts laced with chilli. Morning commuters line up early for pastry counter staples—cinnamon buns, almond croissants, and pillowy maple glazed donuts before the trays run out.
- House-Baked Sourdough Toasties: Thick-cut sourdough toasted on-site with rich beef, sharp pickles, or melted tuna packed with chilli.
- Morning Bakery Counter: Early-morning pastry counter stocked with maple glazed donuts, cinnamon buns, and crisp almond croissants.
- Open Production Kitchen: Open kitchen layout right next to Richmond train station where sandwich assembly happens in plain view.
What's On at Hector's Deli
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Hector's Deli
Discover why Richmond turns to Hector's Deli for house-baked sourdough toasties, artisan pastries, and vibrant bakery hospitality.
In-House Sourdough and Hearty Toasties
Sandwiches and toasties are anchored by house-made sourdough featuring an airy crumb, rich golden crust, and generous savoury fillings.
Thick-cut, beautifully toasted bread with that deep golden crust and airy crumb that only good sourdough gives you.
Jay Cao Consistently Flaky Artisanal Pastries
The bakery counter offers buttery, flaky viennoiserie, scrolls, and fluffy cinnamon buns prepared with exceptional technique.
The pastries are another level entirely — buttery, flaky, and indulgent without ever being heavy.
Angel Chooky Validation Beyond Viral Expectations
Unlike online viral sensations that underdeliver, the sandwiches and baked items genuinely meet elevated expectations.
Hector’s is one of those rare places that genuinely lives up to the hype.
Madeline Rieveley Warm, Valued Customer Hospitality
Attentive front-of-house staff create a warm, inclusive community atmosphere where patrons feel genuinely welcomed.
From the moment you walk in, you really feel like a valued customer.
Cody Mcnicol Open Kitchen Production Theatre
An expansive open kitchen lets guests watch bread baking, sandwich assembly, and fresh toasting happen right before them.
Loved the vibe here, especially watching the team in action at their open kitchen, crafting sandwiches, working the ovens, and toasting everything fresh.
Amy Tam Atmospheric View of Culinary Craft
The bustling counter atmosphere and dynamic culinary production give patrons a captivating view of craft precision in real time.
we love the set up of the bakery and how you can watch the magic happening in the kitchen.
Kiara Hall
Most popular items
Signature chef-driven toasted sandwiches on house-baked sourdough
Beef and Pickle Sandwich
rich, savoury beef layered with sharp pickles that cut through the fat nicely, all held together by crisp, buttery toast
Jay Cao Tuna Melt
comes generously filled and properly gooey, but a word of warning: it packs a chilli kick
Jay Cao HCT Sandwich
My fav of all time is the HCT sandwiches, i love the little jam that they put in it omg so good, it just hyped the flavor of everything up.
Hailie Phamm Mushroom Melt
Roasted mushrooms, mustard pickle mayo, mozzarella & provolone
Amy Tam
Other favorites
Sweet artisanal pastries, viral donuts, and specialty espresso
Cinnamon Bun
The cinnamon bun in particular stood out—sweet, fluffy, and just the right amount of indulgent.
Ayman Haidar Maple Glazed Donut
I tried their famous maple glazed donut which was soft and chewy.
Marienne Liwag Almond Croissant
The almond croissant was massive, flakey, crunchy and soft, good amount of sweetness with the frangipane filling.
Mimi Truong Coffee
Smooth, rich, and consistently well made, it’s exactly what you’d hope for to start the day.
Angel Chooky
Before you head over
Practical advice on seating bottlenecks, morning sell-outs, and transit to help plan your visit smoothly.
Expect Limited Seating and Peak Waits
Seating inside is very limited because most square footage is dedicated to the open bakery kitchen. Tables fill quickly during morning and brunch rushes, so be prepared to wait for a bench or plan for takeaway.
Arrive Early or Order Online for Popular Bakes
Popular fresh pastries, donuts, and specialty sandwiches sell out quickly. Arrive early in the morning or place an order via their website ahead of time to secure your items.
Take the Train to Avoid Tight Street Parking
On-site parking is not directly accessible and street spaces are limited around Stewart Street. Consider taking public transit, as the bakery is situated conveniently right next to Richmond train station.
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