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MJ’s Hideout

Unit 2/4 The Strand, Chelsea VIC 3196, Australia

Recommended by 75 people

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Unit 2/4 The Strand, Chelsea VIC 3196, Australia

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+61 3 9776 3035
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About MJ’s Hideout

Tucked away on The Strand, MJ’s Hideout delivers lively Mexican sharing plates alongside craft cocktails and neat pours of reposado tequila. Downstairs hums with street-level chatter, while the mezzanine upstairs tucks away dimmer, more intimate perches suited for date night. Locals drop in for hefty platters of pulled pork nachos, trio dips, and charred street corn—backed by fast service and icy pints of house cider.

  • Mezzanine layout: Two-level setup pairing an energetic open-floor bar with moodier mezzanine booths upstairs.
  • Agave & craft drinks: Pours include Arette Suave Reposado alongside craft cocktails and crisp house cider on tap.
  • Share-plate dining: Generous sharing portions anchored by slow-cooked pulled pork nachos and charred street corn.
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The MJ’s Hideout Advantage

Why Diners Choose MJ’s Hideout

  • Energetic Mezzanine Vibe

    Guests enjoy an engaging two-story layout where the mezzanine design fosters an energetic, lively dining vibe.

    Slightly noisy being open/mezzanine style but that added to the buzz and atmosphere.

    Hannah Felicity

  • Specialty Cocktails and Tequila Pairings

    The venue pairs Mexican dishes with an intentional spirits program featuring craft tequila and house cider.

    Super cool spot and definitely an experience to try some delicious cocktails and spirits with your tacos.

    Matthew Aitken

  • Intimate Date and Group Spaces

    The split-level space provides distinct areas suitable for friend groups or romantic evenings.

    I would recommend to groups of friends or a potential date night as there are a few darker more intimate places upstairs to eat.

    Hannah Felicity

  • Welcoming and Accommodating Service

    Warm, attentive floor staff consistently make diners feel welcome and well cared for.

    the team is super accommodating, welcoming and friendly.

    Annie F

  • Walk-In Accessibility on Busy Nights

    Diners find spontaneous dining hassle-free, being seated comfortably even during busy peak hours.

    We didn’t have a booking and arrived around 7:30pm on a Friday night, we were seated downstairs of a two story building.

    Hannah Felicity

  • Dependable Local Find

    A convenient neighbourhood venue that provides a reliable, high-reward option for impromptu plans.

    Had an awesome afternoon at MJ’s, a last minute local find for us!

    Nicole Byrne

Crowd-favorite Mexican staples paired with vibrant drinks and sharing plates

  • Nachos

    Nachos were lovely

    Nicole Byrne

  • Pulled Pork Nachos

    highly suggest the Pulled Pork as it was AMAZING!

    Mere Nak

  • Tacos

    try some delicious cocktails and spirits with your tacos

    Matthew Aitken

  • Street Corn

    I’m a massive fan of street corn and that was great too!

    Nicole Byrne

Before you head over

Essential tips on seating, peak times, and parking to make the most of your visit.

  • Upstairs Seating for Date Nights

    For date nights or quieter conversation, request a spot on the upstairs mezzanine, which offers darker, more intimate dining spaces away from the buzzy downstairs floor.

  • Book Ahead for Peak Weekend Evenings

    Peak dinner hours like Saturday nights can get very busy and cause slight ordering delays, so booking your table ahead guarantees a smooth start before the kitchen sends dishes out fast.

  • Parking Behind the Venue

    Street parking can be limited during prime dining hours, but dedicated parking is available directly behind the building for straightforward access.

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