Hells Bellz Smokehouse — Restaurant in Melbourne

At this beer garden, I enjoyed a casual atmosphere where you place your order at the counter and await your food with a buzzer.

Opting for the platter for two, I swapped out the pulled pork for extra beef brisket. While the brisket was tender and flavorful, it could have been warmer. I chose to skip additional sauces to appreciate the original flavor, but a touch of glaze would have elevated the beef.

The chips were deliciously hot and crispy, and the wings were satisfactory. Additionally, the mozzarella sticks were a highlight, offering a satisfying crunch.

Overall, the experience was pleasant, with standout items such as the succulent brisket and crispy chips, although some dishes could benefit from adjustments in temperature or additional flavor...

Well, we wanted to go here for dinner. Time approc 7.15pm. Approaching security, as a woman with the world's smallest handbag I was immediately asked for a bag search. No worries! Upon displaying my bag, we were wasked if we knew it was $35 entry, and if we had a ticket for tonight. Without much further ado, we said no and turned away to find somewhere else. Wasn't a particularly nice turn away, and we spent our money elsewhere on Swan Srreet tonight. Often curious about this place apitting it by the train station, we probably won't tbother...

The Reuben here made with their brisket, is head and shoulders above any other sandwich around the area. It's my default stop for work lunches. I was a bit sad when Big Dog Deli closed down, and the abundance of new sandwich shops just weren't on their level. Hells Bellz has changed the mood. The place is managed by a couple of great people, serving up quality brisket for a reasonable price - hard to reliably find in the area. It's right next to Richmond station, a hidden gem of the Cremorne/Richmond...