Smithburg. - Food VIC

5 /5 SalmonSashimiMermaid: Came here for the halifax lobster roll, and they did not disappoint! Buttery and juicy lobster on a soft and light butter-brushed brioche bun (+ a sprinkle of chilli oil as a complement upon my request!) And no kidding, that burger stole the entire show! Every bite is just packed with juice and flavor. Good thing we tried that one too! Easily one of the best burgers we’ve had!

5 /5 Nick: Burger is pretty g if you want something tasty, better than average and super tasty not dry. The potato gems took us by suprise haha. Vibe is good indoor and outdoor. Team as super chill. Defs recommend

4 /5 tanbeoi & dieuthu.y: Hi, we were a big family of 6 arriving around 2pm, 20th Feb Food: - Beef Cheese Hamburger: 8.5 (good, hearty hamburger, bit too oily for me but its a burger, what do you expect) - Lobster with Garlic Bread: 7/10 (flavor a bit too bland for us, expected more especially since lobster is their main signature dish) - Fries with Ketchup: 10/10 (really food, everyone in the family including the kids dug in) Service: the larger-bodied waiter appeared really unfriendly to us all. Could have been because it was a bit busy but that attitude was not cool. The thinner waiter was really cheerful and approachable though!

3 /5 Christopher Wu: Smithburg — one of those spots you always see on social media or walk past at South Melbourne Market, so I finally checked it out. Overall, pretty decent, but a few small things held it back. Tried the Smithburg Special double ($25) and the fried chicken burger. The Smithburg Special had bacon inside, which was cooked well, and the horseradish mayo inside the burger helped with some juiciness — though the beef patties themselves were still a bit dry. The fried chicken burger was juicy and tasty, but I wished the chicken was crispier and a bit bigger to fill out the bun better. The chips were fine but not standout — a little undercooked for my liking. The owner came out and chatted about the menu and what they’re trying to do — always appreciate that passion. On the flip side, service could’ve been tighter — one of the staff tossed a burger onto the plate, sending a few bits flying, and they cleared our plates pretty quickly before we were finished. Flavours are solid, price is fair for the Smith Special, but a few tweaks away from being really great. 3/5 overall.

4 /5 Baggage Claim Philosopher: I’m at Smithburg in the South Melbourne Market more often than I care to admit, which is already a problem because admitting it would require self-reflection. This place has me in a chokehold. The lobster rolls with chilli are divine, rich, indulgent, slightly reckless, and yes, the crispy chilli clearly comes out of a bottle, but I’m willing to forgive that because I choose to believe the lobsters themselves are local residents, possibly with mortgages. Then there’s the cheeseburger, which rates as one of the best in Melbourne, and I don’t say that lightly or soberly. I bloody agree with the consensus, the rumours, and my own increasingly unreliable judgment. It’s perfectly balanced, unapologetic, and deeply comforting in a way that suggests someone here understands the human condition. My only real complaint is the locals. There are too many of them. They need to stop congregating, stop blocking the aisles, stop having opinions, and let me shop in peace. I have emotional errands to run. I don’t need to queue behind someone debating heirloom tomatoes while I’m trying to emotionally recover from a cheeseburger. The American-style pour-over coffee sealed the deal and effectively made my Christmas Eve, which says more about my priorities than I’m comfortable with. Now I’m caffeinated, overfed, vaguely happy, and pretending I still need to buy presents.