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Bluestone American BBQ, Coburg, AU-VIC

Bluestone American BBQ

4.8
4.8
766 Reviews
$41 to $100
Barbecue
470 Sydney Rd, Coburg, AU-VIC 3058

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

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Experiences

  • Bottomless Weekends

    A$39.00 - A$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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  • All You Can Eat Ribs, Fries & Sides

    A$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

  • Tuesday Special

    A$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

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

Bluestone American BBQ's menu was last updated 2024-03-22.

Meat

  • Double Smoked BrisketA$32.80

    black Angus beef, shallot, house sauce

    • Yearling Beef Short RibsA$38.60

      chimichurri sauce

      • Pork Spare RibsA$35.30

        twice cooked, peanut crumb, peach bbq glaze

        • Cuban PorkA$20.60

          arepa, oregano, lime mojo

          • Pit Braised Pulled LambA$27.90

            arepa, rosemary rub, salsa criolla

            • Smoked Chicken ChopsA$14.40

              paprika rub, BBQ sauce

              • BBQ Chicken WingsA$9.90

                blue cheese sauce

                • Pork and Cheddar SausageA$8.90

                  red peppers, house sauce

                  • Crispy Pork BellyA$26.30

                    dry pimento crackle, sesame, root beer sauce

                    • Southern Fried Chicken*A$16.70

                      buttermilk brine, creole seasoning (CG)

                      Sides

                      • Mac and Cheese*A$12.70

                        crumbed, deep fried, truffle mayo, parmesan

                        • Kettle Smoked Beef ChilliA$16.80

                          bacon, cheddar, sour cream, tortilla chips

                          • Corn Bread*A$12.90

                            aged cheddar, honey butter (CG)

                            • Mid-West Pumpkin SaladA$16.30

                              beets, walnuts, smoked white cheese

                              • Potato SaladA$8.90

                                sharp cheddar, spring onion, fried shallot

                                • Street Corn SaladA$10.20

                                  chilli ranch, corn crumb

                                  • Fire Roasted Red PeppersA$2.90

                                    smoked white cheese, black vinegar

                                    • EmpanadaA$7.60

                                      brisket, Manchego, green olives

                                      • Tangy Creole SlawA$5.90

                                        red cabbage, mustard seed brine

                                        • Stone Ground GritsA$9.90

                                          nut spice, pepper jack cheese

                                          • French FriesA$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*A$18.90

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

                                                                                                                                • Cuban Pork and Ham*A$18.90

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

                                                                                                                                  • Pulled Lamb*A$18.90

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

                                                                                                                                    • Buttermilk Fried Chicken*A$16.90

                                                                                                                                      cheddar cheese, lettuce, mayo, dill pickle, brioche

                                                                                                                                      Kids Meals

                                                                                                                                      • Beef and Cheese BurgerA$15.00

                                                                                                                                        ketchup, french fries, juice box

                                                                                                                                        • Chicken NuggetsA$15.00

                                                                                                                                          ketchup, french fries, juice box

                                                                                                                                          Last updated: October 31, 2023

                                                                                                                                          What 766 people are saying

                                                                                                                                          Bluestone American BBQ reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                                                          4.8
                                                                                                                                          4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                          • 4.8Food
                                                                                                                                          • 4.9Service
                                                                                                                                          • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                                          • 4.7Value

                                                                                                                                          Noise • Energetic

                                                                                                                                          Loved For

                                                                                                                                          • Inner City North

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                                                                                                                                            Best Service

                                                                                                                                          • Inner City North

                                                                                                                                            Good for groups

                                                                                                                                          Review summary

                                                                                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                          Bluestone American BBQ delivers "awesome food" and "great service" with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Diners rave about "delicious, tender meats" and "fantastic cocktails." The "exceptional hospitality" from knowledgeable staff enhances the dining experience. Special mention for "fall off the bone ribs" and "juicy brisket." A must-visit for BBQ enthusiasts.
                                                                                                                                          766 Reviews

                                                                                                                                          1. Jon

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            Took my partner and two friends out for dinner. TL;DR -- absolutely great! Longer version: my partner confessed she hadn't been looking forward to it. She was worried that it would be a bit naff, or greasy, or just not very tasty. But she came out raving about the quality of the food. We went for the Feast 3 for the table -- and the staff were kind enough to swap out the sweetcorn for some corn bread which was buttery and sweet and cheesy and sadly by that point we were already so full, we didn't do it justice. One of my friends, super picky eater, was raving about how they did their mac and cheese . It's not quite: ribs meat fine dining but the menus and presentation had clearly had a lot of thought, talent, and effort put into it. Bravo, basically -- and yes they (thankfully) provide boxes for all your uneaten meat to take home with you!

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                                                                                                                                          2. Leigh

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne1 review

                                                                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                            Generally speaking I don't give 5 stars. But Bluestone was very close. I made a last minute booking which was able to be accommodated, so tick number one. It was the first time I had been here and I'll definitely be coming back. The food was extremely tasty, the serving sizes were really good and the service was prompt. Price wise, the prices were pretty much consistent with other places that we go for dinner. Overall, it was a great dinner and I'll definitely be coming back.

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                                                                                                                                          3. christine

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                            Great service,excellent food,good value.Would definitely recommend

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                                                                                                                                          4. Michele

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            Great staff, awesome food, already recommended to friends.

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                                                                                                                                          5. Anita

                                                                                                                                            New York City1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined on April 5, 2025

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            We were so happy with our banquet. Absolutely delicious, tender meats. Flavours were insanely good! Definitely would go back.

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                                                                                                                                          6. Amy

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne1 review

                                                                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined on March 30, 2025

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                            Had a lovely experience with my family this past Sunday for a lunch service, we arrived an hour early and they were able to Still be seated and served. Our server was really professional and explained our menu he was accommodating and answered all our questions. The food was tasty with good flavour, we had a great selection of meats and sides off the menu. Left with full bellies. Thanks again for having us.

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                                                                                                                                          7. Nolita

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined on March 29, 2025

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            Saturday night we had the pleasure of dining at Bluestone American BBQ, I can confidently say that the food was nothing short of amazing. Each dish that graced our table was a masterpiece, bursting with flavors that danced on our palates. The chef truly knows how to elevate classic recipes into extraordinary culinary experiences. However, what made our evening even more special was the service we received. Thanks to our wonderful server from Argentina, our experience went beyond just a meal; it felt like an event. He was incredibly polite and attentive, ensuring that we had everything we needed while also adding a warm, personal touch to our evening. His recommendations were spot on, and his enthusiasm for the dishes only heightened our anticipation. It’s not often that you find both outstanding food and top-notch service in one place, but this restaurant delivered on all fronts. We left feeling satisfied, not just from the incredible meal but also from the exceptional hospitality. Thank you to our Argentine server for making our visit memorable! We will certainly be back for more delicious meals and excellent service.

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                                                                                                                                          8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined on March 22, 2025

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            Great BBQ, nice cocktails and attentive service. The Tuesday special is excellent value too!

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                                                                                                                                          9. Tony

                                                                                                                                            Melbourne1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined on March 22, 2025

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            Food was absolutely amazing and the hospitality from all of the staff was incredible. Definitely be going back again.

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                                                                                                                                          10. Roger

                                                                                                                                            Victoria1 review

                                                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                                                            Dined on March 21, 2025

                                                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                            Always a pleasure eating here, great food and service, always accommodating.

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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 4.8 stars by 766 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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                                                                                                                                          3. Melbourne
                                                                                                                                          4. Inner City North
                                                                                                                                          5. Coburg

                                                                                                                                          Make a reservation

                                                                                                                                          Booked 7 times today
                                                                                                                                          Experiences are available.
                                                                                                                                          Google Map for Bluestone American BBQ

                                                                                                                                          470 Sydney Rd, Coburg, AU-VIC 3058

                                                                                                                                          Additional information

                                                                                                                                          • Cross street
                                                                                                                                            Bell St
                                                                                                                                          • Neighborhood
                                                                                                                                            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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, 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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