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Bluestone American BBQ, Coburg, AU-VIC

Bluestone American BBQ

4.7
4.7
737 Reviews
$41 to $100
Barbecue

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Bluestone American BBQ features a Latin American spin on authentic low and slow traditions from the US BBQ belt. Chef Alvaro Malel draws inspiration from his Uruguayan heritage, and his passion for cuisines from both American continents to reimagine smoked classics like Yearling Beef Short Rib with chimichurri, and Pit-Braised Pulled Lamb with salsa criolla and arepas.

His talent for bringing together the best of North and South American food traditions has been a drawcard for diners across Melbourne since the restaurant opened seven years ago. He credits the success of Bluestone to his Uruguayan culture and heritage, which is all about “food, family and fire…BBQ is a feature of all my best memories. There’s no better way to celebrate milestones, or to just kick back and have fun with the people you love. Bluestone has always been about creating that experience for other people.”



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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American, Meat
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    0410 842 088
  • Website
    http://www.bluestoneamericanbbq.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Alvaro Malel
  • Catering
    Catering menu is available at https://www.bluestoneamericanbbq.com/catering<br />Please contact the restaurant directly to discuss your specific requirements.
  • Private party facilities
    Packages for large bookings can be found here https://www.bluestoneamericanbbq.com/drinks-packagesPlease contact the restaurant directly to discuss your specific requirements.
  • Location
    470 Sydney Rd, Coburg, AU-VIC 3058
  • Area
    Coburg
  • Cross Street
    Bell St
  • Parking details
    There is a large public car park to the rear of the restaurant, accessible via Russell St
  • Public transit
    Trams, Buses, Trains
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Experiences

  • Bottomless Weekends

    $39.00 - $59.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    BOTTOMLESS WEEKENDS $59pp set menu and 90 minutes drinks package SET MENU Smoked chicken chop, pork and cheddar sausage, Cuban style pulled pork, chicken wings, French fries, fire roasted red peppers, creole slaw, house pickles. FREE FLOWING DRINKS MENU Wine: Prosecco, house red, house white. Beer: Furphy. Cocktails: The Caribbean, Cherry Bomb, Paloma, Apple Pie. Soft Drinks: Coca Cola, Sprite, Solo, Coke No Sugar. * This offer exclusively includes the drinks listed on the Bottomless Lunch menu, other drinks can be purchased at full price. Offer is available every Saturday 12-3pm and Sunday 12-9pm, for a 90 minute sitting, for a minimum of two people. Bookings can be after 7.30pm on Sunday, however the bar closes at 9pm.
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  • Tuesday Special

    $20.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Smoked chicken chops, Cuban pork, Pork and cheddar sausage, Tangy creole slaw, Fire roasted red peppers, Stone ground grits, $20 per person.
    Tuesday Special photo

  • All You Can Eat Ribs, Fries & Sides

    $65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    All You Can Eat Ribs, Fries and Sides are now available every Friday 5pm-10pm, for only $65 per person for a 90 minute sitting. The All You Can Eat Menu includes: Berkshire pork ribs, Chicken wings, French fries, Stone ground grits, Fire roasted red peppers, Creole slaw, Pickles, and sauces.
    All You Can Eat Ribs, Fries & Sides photo

Offers

  • Mid-Week, All Night, Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - Thu - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    $10 cocktails | $1 smoked chicken wings Wednesdays & Thursdays | 5pm to 9pm $10 COCKTAIL MENU Ginger Paloma, The Caribbean, Apple Pie, Cherry Bomb. $1 SMOKED CHICKEN WING MENU Garlic Parmesan, BBQ Blue Cheese, Maple Habanero.

    Mid-Week, All Night, Happy Hour photo

Menu

Meat

  • Double Smoked Brisket$32.80

    black Angus beef, shallot, house sauce

    • Yearling Beef Short Ribs$38.60

      chimichurri sauce

      • Pork Spare Ribs$35.30

        twice cooked, peanut crumb, peach bbq glaze

        • Cuban Pork$20.60

          arepa, oregano, lime mojo

          • Pit Braised Pulled Lamb$27.90

            arepa, rosemary rub, salsa criolla

            • Smoked Chicken Chops$14.40

              paprika rub, BBQ sauce

              • BBQ Chicken Wings$9.90

                blue cheese sauce

                • Pork and Cheddar Sausage$8.90

                  red peppers, house sauce

                  • Crispy Pork Belly$26.30

                    dry pimento crackle, sesame, root beer sauce

                    • Southern Fried Chicken*$16.70

                      buttermilk brine, creole seasoning (CG)

                      Sides

                      • Mac and Cheese*$12.70

                        crumbed, deep fried, truffle mayo, parmesan

                        • Kettle Smoked Beef Chilli$16.80

                          bacon, cheddar, sour cream, tortilla chips

                          • Corn Bread*$12.90

                            aged cheddar, honey butter (CG)

                            • Mid-West Pumpkin Salad$16.30

                              beets, walnuts, smoked white cheese

                              • Potato Salad$8.90

                                sharp cheddar, spring onion, fried shallot

                                • Street Corn Salad$10.20

                                  chilli ranch, corn crumb

                                  • Fire Roasted Red Peppers$2.90

                                    smoked white cheese, black vinegar

                                    • Empanada$7.60

                                      brisket, Manchego, green olives

                                      • Tangy Creole Slaw$5.90

                                        red cabbage, mustard seed brine

                                        • Stone Ground Grits$9.90

                                          nut spice, pepper jack cheese

                                          • French Fries$9.50

                                            house seasoning, ranch sauce

                                            Pitmaster Feasts

                                              Feast 1

                                              $37.80 per person

                                              • Cuban Pork

                                                • Smoked Chicken Chops

                                                  • Pork and Cheddar Sausage

                                                    • Tangy Creole Slaw

                                                      • Fire Roasted Red Peppers

                                                        • Stone Ground Grits

                                                          • Pickles

                                                            Feast 2

                                                            $53.8 per person | Min 2 orders

                                                            • Double Smoked Brisket

                                                              • Cuban Pork

                                                                • Smoked Chicken Chops

                                                                  • Pit Braised Pulled Lamb

                                                                    • Pork and Cheddar Sausage

                                                                      • BBQ Chicken Wings

                                                                        • Tangy Creole Slaw

                                                                          • Fire Roasted Red Peppers

                                                                            • Stone Ground Grits

                                                                              • Mac and Cheese*

                                                                                • Corn Salad

                                                                                  • Potato Salad

                                                                                    Feast 3

                                                                                    $63.8 per person | Min 2 orders

                                                                                    • Crispy Pork Belly

                                                                                      • Pork Spare Ribs

                                                                                        • Southern Fried Chicken*

                                                                                          • Double Smoked Brisket

                                                                                            • Cuban Pork

                                                                                              • Smoked Chicken Chops

                                                                                                • Pork and Cheddar Sausage

                                                                                                  • BBQ Chicken Wings

                                                                                                    • Tangy Creole Slaw

                                                                                                      • Fire Roasted Red Peppers

                                                                                                        • Stone Ground Grits

                                                                                                          • Mac and Cheese*

                                                                                                            • Corn Salad

                                                                                                              • French Fries

                                                                                                                Vegetarian

                                                                                                                $35.5 per person

                                                                                                                • Mac and Cheese*

                                                                                                                  • Mid-West Pumpkin Salad

                                                                                                                    • Tangy Creole Slaw

                                                                                                                      • Corn Salad

                                                                                                                        • Stone Ground Grits

                                                                                                                          • Fire Roasted Red Peppers

                                                                                                                            • Corn Bread*

                                                                                                                              BBQ Burgers

                                                                                                                              add french fries to any burger order for only $5

                                                                                                                              • Chopped Brisket*$18.90

                                                                                                                                Mac cheese, slaw, dill pickle, lettuce, mayo, brioche

                                                                                                                                • Cuban Pork and Ham*$18.90

                                                                                                                                  Swiss cheese, yellow mustard, mayo, dill pickle, brioche

                                                                                                                                  • Pulled Lamb*$18.90

                                                                                                                                    cheddar cheese, slaw, lettuce, mayo, dill pickle, brioche

                                                                                                                                    • Buttermilk Fried Chicken*$16.90

                                                                                                                                      cheddar cheese, lettuce, mayo, dill pickle, brioche

                                                                                                                                      Kids Meals

                                                                                                                                      • Beef and Cheese Burger$15.00

                                                                                                                                        ketchup, french fries, juice box

                                                                                                                                        • Chicken Nuggets$15.00

                                                                                                                                          ketchup, french fries, juice box

                                                                                                                                          Last updated: 31 October 2023

                                                                                                                                          What 737 people are saying

                                                                                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                                          4.7
                                                                                                                                          4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                          • 4.7Food
                                                                                                                                          • 4.9Service
                                                                                                                                          • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                                          • 4.6Value

                                                                                                                                          Noise • Energetic

                                                                                                                                          Loved For

                                                                                                                                          • Inner City North

                                                                                                                                            Best Service

                                                                                                                                          • Inner City North

                                                                                                                                            Best Value

                                                                                                                                          • Inner City North

                                                                                                                                            Great for brunch

                                                                                                                                          • Inner City North

                                                                                                                                            Good for groups

                                                                                                                                          • Inner City North

                                                                                                                                            Hot spot

                                                                                                                                          • Inner City North

                                                                                                                                            Good for special occasions

                                                                                                                                          Review summary

                                                                                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                          Bluestone American BBQ is a must-visit for barbecue enthusiasts. Renowned for its "amazing food," the restaurant impresses with its "excellent service" and welcoming atmosphere. While the brisket is a standout, patrons rave about the "feast options" and "friendly staff." Ideal for gatherings, it's noted for quick service and delightful meals.

                                                                                                                                          737 Reviews

                                                                                                                                          1. Mehmet

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            Been going for 8 years and it’s my favourite restaurant and as a family we absolutely love it 😍

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                                                                                                                                          2. CAMPBELL

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                            Food was fantastic made even better after meeting the chef and his customer service. We recommend without hesitation!

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                                                                                                                                          3. Jeremy

                                                                                                                                            Sydney

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            Dined on 8 November 2024

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                            Entree’s were fantastic, the ribs were rather disappointing they were dry and chewy.

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                                                                                                                                          4. Andrew

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            Dined on 27 October 2024

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            The food and experience was amazing would recommend to try
                                                                                                                                            Bluestone American BBQResponded on 8 November 2024
                                                                                                                                            Thanks so much Andrew

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                                                                                                                                          5. Denise

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne

                                                                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                                                                            Dined on 24 October 2024

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            We were very happy with our set Feast 2. We also enjoyed the Lemon Pie, the new coulis was 'berry ' delicious.
                                                                                                                                            Bluestone American BBQResponded on 8 November 2024
                                                                                                                                            Thanks so much Denise, look forward to seeing you again soon.

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                                                                                                                                          6. Christine

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            Dined on 19 October 2024

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                            Food was excellent as was service! Food came out quickly and everyone was very happy with what they had. Staff were very friendly efficient also. Would certainly go again
                                                                                                                                            Bluestone American BBQResponded on 8 November 2024
                                                                                                                                            We look forward to seeing you again too.

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                                                                                                                                          7. Denise

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne

                                                                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                                                                            Dined on 15 October 2024

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                            We had the weekly special and it was excellent. We will definitely visit again to sample other smokey BBQ delights.
                                                                                                                                            Bluestone American BBQResponded on 8 November 2024
                                                                                                                                            Look forward to seeing you again soon.

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                                                                                                                                          8. LEANNE

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne

                                                                                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                                                                                            Dined on 13 October 2024

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                            We had the bottomless food & drink deal. The food and service were both excellent and the staff friendly and pleasant. We were regularly offered more food or drinks. I would definitely recommend this deal.
                                                                                                                                            Bluestone American BBQResponded on 8 November 2024
                                                                                                                                            Thanks so much Leanne.

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                                                                                                                                          9. Chloe

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            Dined on 12 October 2024

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            Absolutely the best food i have ever had, my boyfriend and i were in and out within 30 minutes, the food pretty much came out in about 7 - 10 minutes after we ordered and it was still amazing, will definitely go back to bluestone for sure 😁
                                                                                                                                            Bluestone American BBQResponded on 8 November 2024
                                                                                                                                            Thanks so much Chloe, hope to see you back soon.

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                                                                                                                                          10. Selena

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                                                            Dined on 12 October 2024

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                            Fast service, amazing food and drinks. Will dine there again.
                                                                                                                                            Bluestone American BBQResponded on 8 November 2024
                                                                                                                                            Thanks Selena

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                                                                                                                                          FAQs

                                                                                                                                          Bluestone American BBQ offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0410 842 088.

                                                                                                                                          Bluestone American BBQ is rated 4.7 stars by 737 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                                          Bluestone American BBQ does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                                                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                                                          2 people
                                                                                                                                          7:00 pm
                                                                                                                                          Booked 8 times today
                                                                                                                                          Experiences are available.

                                                                                                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                                          Google Map for Bluestone American BBQ

                                                                                                                                          470 Sydney Rd, Coburg, AU-VIC 3058

                                                                                                                                          Additional information

                                                                                                                                          • Cross Street
                                                                                                                                            Bell St
                                                                                                                                          • Area
                                                                                                                                            Coburg
                                                                                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                                            Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                                                                          • Price
                                                                                                                                            $41 to $100
                                                                                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                                                                                            Barbecue, American, Meat
                                                                                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                                                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                                                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                                                                                            Smart Casual
                                                                                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                                                                                            There is a large public car park to the rear of the restaurant, accessible via Russell St
                                                                                                                                          • Public transit
                                                                                                                                            Trams, Buses, Trains
                                                                                                                                          • Payment Options
                                                                                                                                            AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                                            Alvaro Malel
                                                                                                                                          • Additional
                                                                                                                                            Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine
                                                                                                                                          • Website
                                                                                                                                            http://www.bluestoneamericanbbq.com/
                                                                                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                                                                                            0410 842 088
                                                                                                                                          • Catering
                                                                                                                                            Catering menu is available at https://www.bluestoneamericanbbq.com/catering<br />Please contact the restaurant directly to discuss your specific requirements.
                                                                                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                                            Packages for large bookings can be found here https://www.bluestoneamericanbbq.com/drinks-packagesPlease contact the restaurant directly to discuss your specific requirements.

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