Big Earle's Roadhouse Barbecue in Victoria

"I passed here for lunch on a gloomy Saturday, although the place is an outdoor street food style in a little remote industrial area basically only reachable by car, it was quite pleasant as tables surrounded by very hot giant smokers. They also games and you can play pool; it s very appropriate for large groups. We tried their one of their mega meat platters, generous portions and delicious meats with great range of sauces, and a small side of salad. I really enjoyed it and it was overall a good deal, although unfortunately they don’t serve beers / alcohol (but they mention you can pay to byob on weekends nights)."

"We recently visited Big Earle’s BBQ and it was such a great family outing. From the moment you arrive, there’s a fun, relaxed vibe with games, fire pits and plenty happening to keep everyone entertained. The food was a big hit — the brisket sangers were delicious, the loaded fries were a standout, and portions were generous. It’s the kind of place where there’s something interesting to look at in every corner, making it really easy for families to settle in and enjoy themselves. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, and it works just as well for kids as it does for adults. No bookings needed, which makes it an easy option for a spontaneous visit. If you’re looking for great BBQ, a lively setting and a family-friendly spot in Port Melbourne, this one’s well worth checking out."

"I had to go to Port Melbourne for work, and since this place had a great reputation, I figured I might as well stop by. After experiencing it for myself, I can confidently say it lived up to the hype! It was truly amazing — especially the lively and energetic atmosphere. The staff were all calling out loudly, which made it easy to hear when your number was up. If I get the chance to pass by again, I’d definitely love to come back!"

"Came here on a weekend and ordered the mega tasting plate. The platter includes beef brisket, pulled pork, BBQ pork ribs, spicy sausage, fries, slaw and dill pickles which comfortably feeds two people. The meats were tender, not that juicy on its own but the sauces makes up for it. The fatty parts of the brisket was very good, spicy sausage has a nice savoury and spicy flavour which packs quite a bit of heat. The pulled pork was very lean and plain which was my least favourite out of the meats. Highlight was the BBQ pork ribs which falls off the bone and the BBQ glaze has just the right amount of sweetness. As for the sides, the fries were crispy and nicely seasoned; and the slaw was fresh and crisp, the creamy mustard sauce on the slaw was tasty but just a bit too vinegary. Their main homemade sauces includes the sweet BBQ sauce, the tangy Carolina sauce, and chilli jam, but they also have other self serve hot sauces and condiments. Overall a pretty good American BBQ eatery with an interesting and fun retro décor and friendly staffs."

"got the ½, ½ loaded fries with just some hot saucs. was amazing, some of the best roast ive had. and for only $20. staff were super friendly and helpful. atmosphere was great, lovely decorations and vibe. they had an live band which was great to see. its BYO! they dont have any beer on tap, just bring some cans to drink. highly recommend and will be coming back"

"Great food and atmosphere. One of the go to places at Port Melbourne. Great music and great amount of food. Great entertainment and great staff."

"We visited Big Earl’s Roadhouse Barbecue in Port Melbourne and it was absolutely superb. I ordered the Mega Tasting Plate and every single item on it was packed with flavour. The meat was tender, smoky, and perfectly cooked – you can really taste the quality and care that goes into it. Great atmosphere, live music, friendly service, and genuinely delicious barbecue. Highly recommended for anyone who loves proper smoked meats. I’ll definitely be back!"

"I wouldn’t come back for the food but I’d come back because it’s a cool atmosphere and vibe. The fatty bit of the brisket was nice but the rest was a bit dry. The pork was insanely dry….just not enjoyable to eat whatsoever. The sauces had way too much sugar. The spicy sausage was nice though, we ended up buying an extra one because we were still hungry. It was frustrating to have so much of the plate taken up by chips since we try to avoid eating them. I’ve eaten a at a lot of bbq places in Melb recently and it’s not the worst but def not the best. Probably sits somewhere in the middle. I think if they fixed the dryness of the meat it would be so much better."