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Hunger Den

306 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

Recommended by 11 people

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306 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

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+61 452 276 936
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hunger Den

Brunswick’s unpretentious haven for serious halal cravings dishes out hefty pub-style classics without white-tablecloth fuss. Regulars head straight for the oversized chicken parmigianas smothered in mushroom sauce, crisp zinger burgers, and tender T-bone steaks. Mixed platters, beef Bihari rolls wrapped in buttery paratha, and cold mojitos balance the table when feeding a crowd.

  • Halal Comfort Staples: T-bone steaks, hefty burgers, and pub-style chicken parmigianas are fully halal-certified.
  • Crowd-Pleasing Variety: Hearty plates spanning mixed grill platters, Bihari paratha rolls, and crisp fries easily feed family gatherings.
  • No-Fuss Dining: Substantial plates of steak and parmas come served in an unpretentious Sydney Road setting without formal dress codes.
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What's On at Hunger Den

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Why Choose Hunger Den

Generous portions, multi-cuisine variety, and fully halal steakhouse classics in Brunswick.

  • Hearty Portions That Satisfy Big Appetites

    Diners consistently note substantial, freshly prepared main courses such as oversized chicken parmigianas and hefty burgers that satisfy big appetites.

    The size shocked me because I paid $26 and I got such a big piece of chicken.

    Big M

  • Generous Value on Comfort Classics

    Generous plate sizes offer high value for money across pub staples, burgers, and sides without compromising freshness.

    The Parma was absolutely delicious only $28, cooked perfectly, and the portion size was very generous.

    Ali Rasouli

  • Multi-Cuisine Variety for Mixed Groups

    Families and dinner parties can comfortably order across varied cravings, pairing traditional Pakistani grilled meats with Italian pastas and burgers.

    They had a really nice menu aswell they had a mix of pakistani italian and more.

    Shazil Niazi

  • Effortless Group and Family Feasts

    Generous share platters, sides, and diverse menu options make group dining and family meals simple and easy to split.

    Our group shared the Hunger Zinger burger, a classic beef burger, and the beef Bihari roll

    Aquiline George Neville

  • Peace of Mind with Fully Halal Steaks

    Patrons enjoy premium T-bones and ribeye steaks alongside hearty pub meals with absolute confidence that every dish is strictly halal.

    peace of mind that all the food is Halal

    Umar Ansari

  • Steakhouse Cuts in a Casual Atmosphere

    Guests get the quality of a classic Australian steakhouse experience within an unpretentious, casual dining environment.

    classic steak experience without the stuffy atmosphere

    Danish

Customer-favourite halal steaks, burgers, parmas, and grills

  • Zinger burger

    the zinger burger was honestly amazing. Super crispy and full of flavor.

    iOmer Khan

  • Chicken parmigiana

    The taste was impeccable, one of the best parma’s I’ve ever had.

    Big M

  • Rib eye steak

    we tried the rib eye steak and the mixed meat platter the stakes were cooked to perfection

    Tianna Wright

  • Mixed meat platter

    The mixed meat platter was especially good and everything came fresh and tasty.

    Nasir M

Other favorites

Appetizers, sides, and refreshing drinks to complement your feast

  • Mojitos

    To wash it all down, the mojitos hit the spot

    Aquiline George Neville

  • Mozzarella sticks

    i got a zinger burger with mozzerela sticks and it was soooo good

    Shazil Niazi

  • Wings

    wings. Everything tasted amazing fresh and delicious

    Coco Elmerkaoui

  • Pakistani Chai

    one of the best authentic Pakistani Chai in Melbourne

    Fahad Ali

Frequently Asked Questions

Is all the food halal?

Hunger Den is fully halal, serving halal-certified steaks, beef and chicken burgers, chicken parmigianas, and platters with complete peace of mind.

How generous are the portion sizes?

Customers frequently note generous, hearty portion sizes across mains, including large chicken parmigianas, thick burgers, and meat platters.

What style of food is on the menu?

Alongside western staples like burgers, ribs, and chicken parmas, the menu features Pakistani specialties such as beef Bihari rolls, chicken tikka, and chai, plus Indo-Chinese Manchurian chicken with rice.

Does the restaurant serve alcohol?

Hunger Den serves mocktails, mojitos, milkshakes, and chai. The venue does not serve beer, wine, or cocktails.

Is parking available nearby?

Street parking is available directly outside along Sydney Road, with diners noting easy parking during earlier evening hours. Free lot and paid street parking options are also nearby.

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