Avenel Roadhouse — Restaurant in Victoria

Oh, what a delightful experience awaits at Avenel Roadhouse the self-proclaimed 24-hour beacon of hospitality for weary travelers! Picture this: it’s past 10:45 PM, and the culinary genius behind the counter is far too busy mastering their mobile phone high score to bother with trivial tasks like, say, serving food. When I dared to request something as extravagant as hot chips—cooked in the very same deep fryer as the sad, greasy relics languishing in the warmer—I was met with the profound wisdom that “the kitchen is closed.” Bravo, truly. Now, one must wonder: is the kitchen closed because our star employee is allergic to effort, or are those glistening morsels in the warmer just aging like fine wine for hours on end? Either way, it’s a culinary mystery worthy of a Michelin star for absurdity. For a 24-hour roadhouse catering to the fine folks who keep this country’s wheels turning, this is less “service with a smile” and more “service with a shrug.” Clearly, the management has better things to do than ensure their customers aren’t left hungry or questioning the shelf life of their deep-fried offerings. Save your late-night hunger for somewhere—anywhere—else. This establishment’s commitment to excellence is about as reliable as a paper umbrella in a thunderstorm. Here’s to hoping they someday discover the radical concept of actually serving food at a...

Avenel's history as a roadhouse, particularly along the Hume Highway, dates back to the 1930s, with businesses like the "Imperial Hotel" and a garage/roadhouse opening on the old Sydney road.

Here's a more detailed look: Early Development: Avenel's history as a town goes back to 1850, with the township arising from a ford on Hughes Creek, a place where coaches and livestock could cross.

Roadhouse Era: In the 1930s, the "Imperial Hotel" (formerly the "Avenel Arms") and a garage/roadhouse opened on the old Sydney road, becoming a stop for travelers.

Ned Kelly Connection: Avenel is also known for its connection to Ned Kelly, who lived in the area with his family as a boy.

Later Years: A serious accident in the early 1950s limited the work Clarrie Smith could do at the garage, and it closed down in 1957/58.

Current Focus: Today, Avenel is known for its horse breeding and wineries, attracting visitors interested in these activities.

Roadhouse Today: The Avenel Roadhouse is still a popular stop for travelers on the Hume Highway, though some reviews suggest it may be in need of some...

This place is an absolute disgrace. Give it a miss and keep going to Seymour or Euroa. I stopped for breakfast at 6:45 am. I wanted baked beans and bacon on toast. They had menu boards suggesting all manner of fare was available or could Be cooked. I stood for ten minutes, in front of the till with a guy 1 metre from the till making two coffees. He didn’t even look at me or acknowledge me. After ten minutes of waiting I noticed the kitchen was quiet and empty. By now a queue of about 8 people were behind me. I asked the guy if he was song there. I then said “so you’re not going to be able to cook a breakfast for me are you?” Without looking at me, he shook his head “no.” I was ropable and don’t normally swear at all but walked away delivering an expletive laden tirade.

Absolutely disgraceful and a place I will never ever ever stop at again. The absolute worst diner in the Soithern Hemisphere (and I only say that because I’m sure there worse in the US, but maybe, just maybe, this is the worst diner on earth which makes it the worst in the Universe because diners are an earth...