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Hugo's Deli

119 Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

Recommended by 80 people

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119 Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

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HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hugo's Deli

Prime Swan Street real estate pushing serious New York deli energy into Melbourne sangas. The order here is the Reuben—heaped with smoky pastrami, toasted golden in butter, and finished with a crunchy sprinkle of salt flakes. Regulars turn out early for the egg and bacon muffin, while lunchtime crowds line the footpath for crispy fried chicken layered with pickles on pillowy Japanese shokupan. Pull up an outdoor stool with a cold brew or grab your butcher paper parcel to go.

  • New York-Inspired Sangas: Buttery, crisp-pressed Reubens finished with flaky sea salt and fried chicken served on soft Japanese shokupan.
  • Top-Tier Brekkie: A morning staple stacked with egg, bacon, and cheese that draws early weekday queues.
  • Specialty Sips & Sweets: Smooth house cold brew paired with soft-baked, chunky chocolate chip cookies.
  • Al Fresco Vibe: A bustling pick-up window with curbside stool seating along Swan Street.
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The Hugo's Deli Advantage

Why Richmond locals and sandwich enthusiasts make Hugo's Deli their regular Swan Street stop.

  • Japanese Shokupan Foundation

    Crisp fried chicken is stacked with pickles and sauce between thick slices of soft, cloud-like Japanese milk bread rather than conventional burger buns or crusty loaves.

    Soft and fluffy shokupan with crispy succulent chicken!

    Mashi_soyo

  • Substantial Deli Flavor Builds

    Classic options like the Reuben and Four Cheese & Ham are filled generously, balancing robust house-made sauces and seasoned pastrami.

    Fresh bread, generous fillings, and flavour combinations that are spot on.

    Angel Chooky

  • Salt-Flaked Toastie Crusts

    Toasties are griddled golden and finished with a distinct sprinkle of sea salt flakes over the exterior crust to elevate crunch and butteriness.

    My favorite part about the toasties are how CRUNCHY they are - perfectlyyy done and they don’t skimp on the salt flakes

    Vicki Haitidis

  • Indulgent Melted Textures

    Sandwiches achieve a distinct contrast between melted cheese pulls, rich fillings, and crispy toasted surfaces.

    phenomenal sandwiches, cheese pull speaks for itself.

    keke ow

  • Swift Workday Lunch Runs

    A streamlined walk-up window and high-turnover prep model make grabbing hot sandwiches and espresso seamless during workday routines.

    i go to hugos multiple times a week on my lunch breaks!

    Hailey Dawson

  • Grab-and-Go Window Format

    Operating strictly as an outdoor order-and-collect hatch lets customers secure fresh gourmet toasties easily on the go.

    Stopped here for a quick sandwich whilst on the go.

    René A

Our most popular made-to-order sandos and morning toasties on Swan Street.

  • Reuben Sandwich

    We had the reuben sandwich which was really delicious. The bread was buttery, crispy and crunchy with the salt sprinkles being a nice addition.

    Danny L

  • Fried Chicken Sandwich

    Got myself a chicken sandwich - fresh, crispy chicken between two slices of soft fluffy shokupan bread. It was great

    dontwaitdate

  • Tuna Melt Toastie

    Have the tuna melt for the first time, totally in love with that. So moist and taste amazing.

    Lee Yu Xuan

  • Egg and Bacon Muffin

    I ordered the egg and bacon muffin, and wow – it was hands down the BEST I’ve ever had. The eggs were perfectly cooked, the bacon crispy and full of flavor, and the muffin itself was fresh and light.

    James Ding

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there dine-in seating available at Hugo's Deli?

Hugo's Deli operates primarily as a takeaway spot. There is no indoor seating, and outdoor seating is limited to around three tables on a first-come, first-served basis, making it best suited for takeout on windy or rainy days.

How long are the wait times, and can you order ahead to skip the line?

Wait times and queues can be long during peak morning and lunch periods, sometimes taking 20 to 25 minutes. Customers can order ahead online for pickup at the counter window, though arriving early is recommended as popular items can sell out.

Can you reserve a table at Hugo's Deli?

Hugo's Deli does not accept table reservations (reservable: false). It functions as a walk-up and online order takeaway deli where any outdoor tables are strictly first-come, first-served.

What are the parking options around the deli?

Yes, the deli is located on Swan Street in Richmond with street parking available nearby, including both free and paid street parking options in the surrounding area.

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