Bad Shepherd Brewing Co.

Tucked into the Melbourne suburb of Cheltenham—Bad Shepherd Brewing Co. is pouring some of the city's most pristine *frothies* alongside a fiercely authentic American BBQ lineup. Forget standard pub grub. Think low-and-slow smoked brisket that BBQ purists travel miles to devour, sticky chicken wings, and stacked burritos. Hopheads and visiting foodies alike obsess over the stellar tap list and generous meat platters—while plant-based mates crush the inventive vegan offerings and that famously quirky Vegemite menu. Complete with live tunes, crisp craft ciders, and dedicated kids' play corners. The consensus among Melbourne's pitmaster disciples? Grab a fresh pint, order the addictive brisket, and settle in for an elite afternoon.