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Third Wave BBQ Albert Park

181 Victoria Ave, Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia

Recommended by 33 people

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Find Third Wave BBQ Albert Park

181 Victoria Ave, Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia

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+61 3 9676 2399
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Third Wave BBQ Albert Park

Third Wave BBQ answers serious carnivore cravings with massive, slow-cooked American smokehouse platters built for group feasting. Cast-iron trays arrive piled with fall-apart beef ribs, pepper-crusted brisket, and rich pulled pork alongside onion rings and mac and cheese. Groups gather around showstoppers like the colossal Thor’s Hammer, trading formality for sticky fingers, country tunes, and clinking cocktail glasses. Birthday diners get an extra perk via a website sign-up deal that covers the celebrant's meal, while the kitchen keeps table sides stocked with house-made hot sauces.

  • Oversized Smokehouse Feasts: Cast-iron trays and colossal cuts like Thor's Hammer feed hungry groups with brisket, ribs, and pulled pork.
  • Birthday Celebrant Perk: Website sign-up offers a complimentary meal for the celebrant when dining with a group.
  • Laid-Back Group Energy: Country tunes, rustic wood tables, and stacked cocktail towers foster an easygoing gathering spot.
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Why Choose Third Wave BBQ Albert Park

Why diners choose Third Wave BBQ for massive slow-cooked platters and milestone celebrations

  • Slow-Cooked Smoked Meats in Generous Portions

    Third Wave BBQ smokes tender, flavor-packed meats served in hefty portions designed to satisfy serious appetites and meat cravings.

    The standout here is definitely the slow-cooked meat options — tender, flavorful, and satisfying.

    Monica Echeverria

  • Show-Stopping Feast Platters for Groups

    Giant feast centerpieces like Thor's Hammer deliver abundant slow-cooked beef designed to easily satisfy four to five hungry diners.

    Thors hammer easily feeds 4 - 5 people and then some.

    Kai Stone

  • Generous Celebrant Birthday Dining Perks

    Group milestone gatherings benefit from a structured birthday voucher program that covers the guest of honor's meal when dining with friends.

    Birthday celebrant gets their meal essentially on the house and other participants have a requirement to spend around $50 I believe.

    Isabel

  • Celebration-Ready Group Value

    Birthday deals and shareable group spreads make group milestone gatherings rewarding and budget-friendly for party organizers.

    The free birthday meal was an amazing deal, finished everything and will be coming back.

    vivi ! (v)

  • Lively Atmosphere with Signature Cocktails

    Guests enjoy an energetic dining environment featuring communal cocktail towers and standout service alongside signature smoked cuts.

    The food was top tier, the atmosphere was fantastic and the staff were even better!

    Katie Butterfield

  • Laid-Back American Smokehouse Vibe

    A relaxed, friendly smokehouse environment lets diners unwind over tender brisket and authentic American barbecue favorites.

    Staff were friendly and quick, and the whole place had a laid-back vibe.

    Kate ZHANG

Signature slow-cooked meats and epic BBQ platters built for serious appetites

  • BBQ Platter

    We ordered a big BBQ platter to share and everything was delicious, smoky and full of flavour.

    Stumeister

  • Beef Ribs

    The beef ribs were divine… just fell apart from the bone and very tasty.

    Olivia G

  • Beef Brisket

    Beef brisket was even better: thick slices with slightly charred edges, pink, tender (texture) in the middle.

    Sofía Rodríguez

  • Thor's Hammer

    Thors hammer easily feeds 4 - 5 people and then some.

    Kai Stone

Beyond the menu

Distinctive perks and generous hospitality details that enhance every gathering

  • Website Birthday Celebrant Feast

    Guests who register through the website receive a complimentary meal for their birthday celebration when dining with their party.

  • Thor’s Hammer Showpiece Cut

    The show-stopping 'Thor’s Hammer' beef shank cut is smoked and served to feed entire parties of 4 to 5 guests.

  • Shared Tabletop Cocktail Towers

    Parties can share tabletop cocktail towers alongside hearty smoked meats, enhancing the casual group celebration vibe.

  • Abundant Feast Platter Takeaways

    Multi-person feasts arrive overflowing on cast-iron trays with portions so generous that staff provide take-home containers for remaining meats.

Before you head over

Practical advice on portion planning, birthday promotions, and menu selections for your visit.

  • Size Down Platter Portions

    Platters and specialty items like Thor's Hammer are substantial—a 2-person tray can comfortably satisfy larger appetites or yield leftovers, so consider sharing or ordering conservatively.

  • Register Early for Birthday Deals

    Celebrants dining with a group can claim a free birthday meal by signing up in advance via the venue website, noting a minimum group spend applies.

  • Focus on Core Smoked Meats

    Stick to core slow-cooked BBQ meats like brisket, pulled pork, or ribs, and skip sweet breakfast items like waffles that are not the kitchen's primary focus.

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