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Tender Chook

66 Hargraves St, Castlemaine VIC 3450, Australia

Recommended by 35 people

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66 Hargraves St, Castlemaine VIC 3450, Australia

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61 3 5472 1183
HoursMonday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM Thursday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM Friday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Tender Chook

Castlemaine’s Tender Chook pairs classic charcoal chicken with made-to-order chips and warm hospitality in an easy eat-in dining room. Crisp skin, cups of savory gravy, and crunchy coleslaw turn weeknight dinner runs into a reliable habit. The counter rotates daily roasts alongside chicken burgers, capped off by house-made baklava.

  • Specialty Roasts & Baklava: Rotates daily roasts and sweet homemade baklava alongside classic charcoal birds and chicken burgers.
  • Eat-In Seating: Features a dedicated sit-down dining area, welcoming relaxed day-trippers and casual family dinners alike.
  • Fresh Counter Staples: Pairs fresh, flavourful chicken with made-on-the-spot chips, cups of gravy, and crisp coleslaw.
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Why Choose Tender Chook

Discover why locals and day-trippers choose Tender Chook for satisfying mid-week meals and casual regional dining.

  • Healthy, Affordable Family Meals

    Families rely on Tender Chook for freshly cooked, well-balanced mid-week dinners that both kids and parents enjoy at reasonable prices.

    Very reasonable price for a great mid-week meal that the kids love, and healthy too.

    Grant Thomson

  • Comfortable Dine-In Seating

    Unlike standard grab-and-go chicken shops, Tender Chook provides dedicated seating so patrons can relax and enjoy hot meals on site.

    It’s great that they also have a dining area if you want to eat in.

    Rosalina Walsh

  • A Rewarding Regional Destination

    Customers travel from neighbouring regional towns like Bendigo specifically to enjoy friendly service and prompt, freshly prepared comfort food.

    I like coming here with my parents to get away from Bendigo.

    M Sl

  • Handcrafted Burgers and Sides

    Freshly prepared staples like chicken burgers and hot, crisp chips deliver generous portions and reliable quality.

    Definitely try chicken burger, it's good.

    Kang Heo

  • Daily Roasts and Homemade Treats

    Rotating daily roasts and homemade Mediterranean baklava deliver standout menu variety beyond typical charcoal chicken offerings.

    Roasts of the day, yum and their baklava is to die for!!

    Andrea Lawrence

Customer favourites and signature dishes from the menu

  • Chips

    fresh chips made on the spot were delicious

    Rosalina Walsh

  • Chicken

    The chicken was perfectly crispy

    Rosalina Walsh

  • Chicken burger

    Definitely try chicken burger, it's good.

    Kang Heo

  • Roasts of the day

    Roasts of the day, yum

    Andrea Lawrence

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you dine in at the shop?

Yes, the shop includes an indoor dining area if you prefer to sit down and eat your meal on-site rather than taking it away.

How generous are the portion sizes for sides?

Sides like the chips are generously portioned; for instance, a medium order of chips provides plenty to share between two people.

Are there specialty items or desserts available beyond chicken?

Alongside charcoal chicken and burgers, the menu includes daily roasts and homemade baklava for dessert.

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