Hector's Deli

Tucked away on Moor Street in Fitzroy, Hector’s Deli is the kind of no-fuss sandwich shop that earns its 4.5-star reputation through meticulous craft. This compact spot makes all its sauces and breads in-house, lending every bite a homespun quality that keeps locals and travellers returning. Its signature offering is the beef and pickle toastie, a simple but obsessively executed combination that has become the deli’s calling card.

That singular toastie earned especially high praise from creator Jack’s Dining Room, who called it “the best food I ate on my trip to Australia!” Coming from a visitor who sampled the country’s best, that endorsement carries weight. Hector’s Deli proves that when every component is made from scratch, even the most straightforward sandwich can become a destination-worthy meal in Melbourne’s vibrant food scene.