Overview
Belles Hot Chicken has become a Melbourne institution by turning up the heat and delivering Nashville-style fried chicken with attitude. Since first opening in Fitzroy in 2014, Belles has built a loyal fanbase with its punchy flavours, addictive spice levels, and laid-back, diner-style vibe that perfectly suits its inner-north location.
At the heart of the menu is crispy, tender chicken—available in a range of formats including tenders, wings, drumsticks, and sandwiches—coated in your choice of six heat levels from Southern (no spice) to Really F**kin Hot. Each batch is brined, breaded, and fried to golden perfection, delivering crunch and juiciness in equal measure.
The sides are no afterthought. Expect soul food staples like mac & cheese, potato salad, hot fish, pickled vegetables, and shoestring fries. There are also tasty vegetarian options, and everything is designed for easy sharing. The drinks list leans toward low-intervention wines, local craft beers, and slushie cocktails—keeping things fun, fast, and flavour-forward.
Belles’ Fitzroy space channels retro diner energy with red leather booths, communal tables, and a soundtrack that runs from hip hop to country. It’s the kind of venue where things are casual, the food speaks loudest, and the spice lingers long after the last bite.
Whether you’re dropping in for a quick fried chicken fix or staying for a full feast, Belles Hot Chicken hits the spot—messy, delicious, and unmistakably Melbourne.
Last update July 2025
