Hector’s Deli Fitzroy: Sandwich Royalty with a Bold Inner-North Twist

With loyal followings in Richmond and South Melbourne, it was only a matter of time before Hector’s Deli brought its next-level sandwiches to Fitzroy. And it doesn’t disappoint. The third outpost channels everything fans love — stacked sangas, bold flavours, and laid-back charm — into a bigger, brighter space that nods to classic American burger joints.

Big Sandwich Energy

The menu is comfort food done seriously well. Think:

• An oversized chicken schnitzel stuffed into a just-too-small potato bun for maximum crunch and spill.

• The HCT (ham, cheese, tomato) leveled up with mozzarella, provolone, mortadella, and tomato chutney.

• A beef and pickles number that practically demands a dollop of cheese and the cult-favourite Hectic sauce.

Breakfast gets equal attention, with egg-and-cheese muffins loaded with bacon or sausage, and a standout vegan sanga on thick-cut house rye, filled with a punchy chickpea mix and crisp veg.

Drinks & Design

The iced coffee spritz is a must — cold brew with a citrusy soda fizz — while espresso drinkers can count on excellent brews from Axil Coffee Roasters.

Inside, Hecker Guthrie’s design brings a sleek Americana feel to Fitzroy. The original graffitied red-brick façade remains, but the interior is fresh and modern: stainless steel, timber, and bold red-and-white accents, with ample bench seating for dine-in hangs.