Restaurant
Le Bon Ton
51 Gipps St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
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51 Gipps St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
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Meats smoke over ironbark and fruit woods for up to 12 hours inside this moody Collingwood saloon, turning out tender brisket and crispy ribs. Diners flock here for New Orleans-style plates that actually hit the mark—from skillet cornbread and mac and cheese to chopped pork mopped with tangy Carolina Gold. Even past 11:00 PM, the back-of-house still dishes out late-night barbecue platters in the dim, candlelit pub rooms.
- 12-Hour Pit Smoking: Angus brisket, pork shoulder, and lamb ribs smoke low and slow over hardwood and fruit woods for 12 hours.
- Late-Night Pit Fare: A dedicated late-night kitchen keeps dishing out chopped BBQ sandwiches and sides after 11:00 PM.
- Southern Comfort Sides: Plates arrive alongside molten mac and cheese, skillet cornbread, and classic New Orleans-inspired cocktails.
What's On at Le Bon Ton
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Le Bon Ton
From 12-hour wood-fired pit smoking and late-night kitchen hours to private group spaces, here is why diners choose Le Bon Ton.
Authentic 12-Hour Pit-Smoked Barbecue
Meats are pit-smoked over hardwood, ironbark, and fruit woods for up to 12 hours, resulting in succulent brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and classic comfort sides.
Brisket and ribs were perfect: juicy, tender and well seasoned/basted.
Anmari Engelbrecht New Orleans-Inspired Saloon Ambiance
With saloon-style dark ambient lighting, melted candles, and old timber, dining here brings the distinct character and warmth of New Orleans to Collingwood.
Atmosphere makes you feel like you are dining in New Orleans!
Anand Late-Night Kitchen Serving Post-11 PM Meals
The kitchen keeps cooking well past standard restaurant dinner cutoffs, serving authentic Carolina-style barbecue sandwiches to late-night diners after 11:00 PM.
Picture this, it's after 11:00pm and you're starving. Driving around trying to find somewhere to get decent food because you left it too late. A broadsheet article says you can get late night American style food at Le Bon Ton.
Tiffany Payton Fast Turnaround for Time-Pressed Diners
Front and back-of-house teams accommodate tight showtimes and last-minute arrivals with prompt service and fast turnarounds when you need a hearty meal in minutes.
the service was so incredibly fast & the food is always AMAZING! the meat just falls off of the bone!
Tayla Chartres Dedicated Spaces for Milestone Celebrations
Dedicated private event areas like the French Quarter upstairs offer seamless planning and attentive floor service for milestone celebrations and surprises.
The venue, the food, and the atmosphere were exactly what we wanted. All our guests had a ball. The function staff, both on the night and in the planning, were exceptional to deal with.
Nicole Wilson Generous Feasts Built for Sharing
Multi-dish chef's selections and generous meat platters deliver abundant spreads designed to satisfy group cravings and communal dining.
When they say $86 a head for 7 dishes over 3 courses, what they really mean is “we’re going to feed you so much food that you’ll be doing a rendition of limp bizkit’s song “rollin’ “ as you attempt to leave.”
Rob Mod
Most popular items
Authentic wood-fired pit barbecue meats slow-cooked up to 12 hours
Smoked chicken
We ordered the smoked chicken, brisket burger, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and smoked broccoli — all were delicious, with generous portions that made it great value for money.
Julie Brisket
Brisket and ribs were perfect: juicy, tender and well seasoned/basted.
Anmari Engelbrecht Smoked sausage
We had a sharing platter with smoked sausage, brisket, chicken & pulled pork with two sides and we could hardly finish it.
Barry Martin Crispy Smoked Lamb Ribs
For those who love ribs, the Crispy Smoked Lamb Ribs are a standout dish.
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Other favorites
Complementary Southern comfort sides and specialty smokehouse cocktails
Mac and cheese
Likely the best mac&cheese I've had in Melbourne
Anmari Engelbrecht Cornbread
the cornbread is amazing.
Anmari Engelbrecht Chilli cheese fries
Some highlights were the crab cakes, cheeseburger, cornbread, sausages, and the chilli cheese fries.
Ellie R Voodoo Quinn Cocktail
The Voodoo Quinn Cocktail is also a must-try, made with Herradura Plata tequila, pit-smoked apple and rhubarb, lemon, rosewater, and Pernod
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Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality and late-night responsiveness that elevate the smokehouse experience
Under-Ten-Minute Curtain-Call Rush
Staff expedite and pack hot takeaway orders in under eight minutes when guests face tight event deadlines.
Post-11 PM Pit Fare
Bartenders provide late-night diners arriving after 11:00 PM with authentic North Carolina-style chopped BBQ sandwiches mopped in Carolina Gold sauce.
Attentive Solo Care and Custom Dietary Prep
Front-of-house accommodates late-arriving dining partners with dietary substitutions suggested directly by service staff.
Tailored Celebrations in the French Quarter
Dedicated upstairs event staffing tailors private celebrations in the French Quarter with seamless planning and personalized service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get food late at night?
Yes, late-night dining is available. Le Bon Ton offers a late-night menu after 11:00 PM, and the kitchen accommodates quick orders late in the evening. Regular hours run until 1:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays, and 10:00 PM on other open days.
How generous are the portions?
Portion feedback is mixed. Multi-course chef sets and platters are substantial and very filling, though some diners note that individual burgers or shared platters may feel modest without ordering extra sides.
Are there options for vegetarians?
Yes. While known for pit-smoked meats, the menu features vegetarian-friendly options such as cornbread, smoked vegetables (including carrots, corn, and asparagus), mac and cheese bites, and eggplant sandwiches.
Do you need to book ahead?
Reservations are accepted and can be helpful on busy weekends or for groups, but walk-ins are also accommodated and seated when space allows.
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