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02/06/2026
It’s Platter Tuesday at Fat Chef, and we aren’t playing around. Our chef is serving up pure happiness on a giant wooden board! 👨🍳✨
From that incredible steak to the cheesy Parma goodness, this is how mid-week dinners should always look.
🕒 Open until 8:30 PM. Walk-ins welcome but bookings recommended!
Tag the crew you’re tackling this with! 👇🍖
📍 1095 Frankston-Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs
📞 Call 03 9782 0618 to lock in your table before it fills up!
01/06/2026
🔥MONDAY PARMA NIGHT
Crispy on the outside.
Cheesy on the top.
Chips on the side.
Sounds like a pretty good Monday to us. 😎
See you tonight, legends.
📅 Open 7 days | 7am – 8:30pm
📍 1095 Frankston–Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in bio 🔗
29/05/2026
FRIDAY VIBES ARE LIVE! 🍹🎸✨
The weekend has officially arrived at Fat Chef Carrum Downs! Can you feel the energy? 😍
Tonight, we’ve got the perfect recipe to help you unwind after a long week:
🎙️ Live Soul Music kicking off from 6:00 PM
🍹 $12 Cocktail Specials running all night long!
🥩 Massive Sharing Platters coming hot out of the kitchen to feed your whole crew!
The restaurant is buzzing and tables are filling up fast! 🔥
📍 1095 Frankston-Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs
📞 Call 03 9782 0618 or tap the "Book Now" button to snag your last-minute table!
27/05/2026
🥩 Wednesdays are sorted at Fat Chef Carrum Downs 🔥
Big steaks, proper sides and good vibes all night long.
Round up your mates and make midweek worth it 🍻
📍 Fat Chef Carrum Downs
📅 Every Wednesday
📞 Reservations recommended
26/05/2026
Look at the size of this platter! 😱🔥🦪
Tuesday night dinner is officially sorted at Fat Chef Carrum Downs! Watch our chef bring out the ultimate Fat Chef Platter—loaded and ready to feed the whole clan.
Skip the cooking, skip the dishes, and bring your biggest appetite down to the local tonight. 🍻
📍 1095 Frankston-Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs
📞 Call 03 9782 0618 to lock in your table before it fills up!
24/05/2026
Go big, or go hungry. 🥩🔥
The biggest platters in town are landing daily at all 4 Fat Chef locations. Massive meats, epic sides, and zero room for regret.
Gather your mates and come hungry.
📍 Ballarat • Carrum Downs • Keilor East • Forest Hill
🔗 Click Book Now to lock in your weekend plans!
24/05/2026
Serious meat goals! 🤤✨
From our kitchen to your table. Our Meat Lover Platter is loaded with all your favourites: Beef cheek, skewers, chorizo, and wings!
Tag a mate who could finish this whole board! 👇
🕒 Open 7 Days | 7am - 8:30pm
📍 Fat Chef Carrum Downs
22/05/2026
🍸 Friday night done right 🍸
Sizzling plates, flowing drinks, and vibes all night.
Why cook when you can feast?
Tag your crew 👇
Who’s joining you tonight?
📅 Open 7 days | 7am - 8:30pm
📍 1095 Frankston - Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs, VIC
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in the bio 🔗
20/05/2026
Date night? Mate night? Steak Night covers it all.❤️🥩
📅 Open 7 days | 7am - 8:30pm
📍 1095 Frankston - Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs, VIC
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in the bio 🔗
20/05/2026
No cooking tonight — just juicy steaks and happy family vibes.
Wednesday sorted ❤️🥩
📅 Open 7 days | 7am - 8:30pm
📍 1095 Frankston - Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs, VIC
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in the bio 🔗
19/05/2026
Proud moment for the Fat Chef Forest Hill team ❤️
We’re officially rated ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ by Whitehorse Food Safe with an “Excellent” grading.
A big thank you to our amazing staff for the hard work behind the scenes, and to all our customers for the ongoing support.
Great food always starts with quality, care, and a clean kitchen 🍽️✨
18/05/2026
Golden. Crispy. Cheesy.😋
📅 Open 7 days | 7am – 8:30pm
📍 1095 Frankston–Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in bio 🔗
16/05/2026
Sundays are made for this... 🥞🍓✨
Sleep in, skip the cooking, and treat yourself to the fluffiest Pancakes in town!
Watch our chef drizzle that sweet maple syrup over fresh seasonal fruits, whipped cream, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Pure Sunday perfection! 🤤🍦
🍳 Breakfast is served until 2:00 PM today!
☕️ Your favorite locally roasted coffee is already brewing.
Grab the family, walk on in, and let’s get your Sunday started right at Fat Chef Carrum Downs.
👋 See you soon!
📅 Open 7 days | 7am - 8:30pm
📍 1095 Frankston - Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs, VIC
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in bio 🔗
15/05/2026
Weekend plans? Sorted. 🍻🍖
Nothing brings the crew together like a Fat Chef Sharing Platter! From the sizzle of the grill to the final garnish, our Meat Lover Platter is designed for the ultimate group lunch or dinner.
Pair it with a few cold ones or our $12 cocktails on Friday night, and you’ve got the perfect weekend vibe. 🎸🍹
Don’t cook tonight—let us handle the heavy lifting!
📅 Open 7 days | 7am - 8:30pm
📍 1095 Frankston - Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs, VIC
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in the bio to grab a table for the weekend!
👇 Tap [BOOK NOW] to grab a table for the weekend!
13/05/2026
That moment the knife slides through the steak…
Yeah, that’s the good life.
Join us every Wednesday for Steak Night . 🔥🥩
📅 Open 7 days | 7am - 8:30pm
📍 1095 Frankston - Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs, VIC
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in the bio 🔗
12/05/2026
It’s PLATTER TUESDAY! 🥩🍤🔥
Why wait for the weekend to feast? Mid-week dinner is officially sorted at Fat Chef!
Watch our Mix Loaded Platter come to life—beef cheek, grilled skewers, calamari, wings, and more. Built for sharing, loved by locals! 🤤
🏆 TONIGHT'S SPECIALS:
✨ Mix Loaded Platter (for 3) – $99
✨ Parmalari Platter (for 5-6) – $199
✨ The mighty Fat Chef Platter (for 6-8) – $249
Grab the crew, skip the dishes, and let us handle the grill. 🍻
📍 1095 Frankston-Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs
📞 Call 03 9782 0618 to snag a table for tonight!
10/05/2026
Who says Mother’s Day has to end on Sunday? 🌸
At Fat Chef, we reckon Mum deserves to be spoiled every single day. If you missed out on the Sunday rush, don't worry—the coffee is hot, the wine is chilled, and our kitchen is ready to treat her today (and tomorrow, and the day after!).
Come on in and keep the celebrations going. After all, she’s earned it! 🥂✨
📍 Fat Chef Carrum Downs
📅 Open 7 days | 7am – 8:30pm
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in bio 🔗
09/05/2026
🌸 HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! 🌸
Tables are buzzing and the cocktails are flowing! 🍹
📍 Fat Chef Carrum Downs
📅 Open 7 days | 7am – 8:30pm
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in bio 🔗
07/05/2026
The Ultimate Mother's Day Feast is Here! 🍤🔥
Our special Mother’s Day platter features everything Mum loves🥰
No cooking, no dishes—just quality time with the family at your local favourite. 👨👩👧👦
🕒 Open from 7 AM for Breakfast through to Dinner!
📞 Book your spot: 03 9782 0618 or use the link in bio 🔗
05/05/2026
✨Platter Night every Tuesday from 5pm🥰
📍From 5pm at Carrum Downs.
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in bio 🔗
04/05/2026
Make Mum’s Day Unforgettable at Fat Chef! ❤️🌸
Stop searching for the perfect gift—we’ve got it sorted! 🥂 This Mother’s Day, treat the Queen of your heart to our Mothers' Day Special Platter.
From fresh oysters and slow cooked beef rib to our adorable heart-shaped treats, it’s a feast designed for love and sharing. 🦪🥩🍰
🗓️ Sunday, May 10th
📍 1095 Frankston-Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs
🚨 Bookings are filling up fast! Don’t leave it until the last minute.
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in bio 🔗
03/05/2026
Treat Mum Right 💛
Good food, warm vibes, and time together.
🗓️ Sunday, May 10th
Don't wait until it's too late.
Secure your table for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner now! 🥰
📍 Fat Chef Carrum Downs
📅 Open 7 days | 7am – 8:30pm
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in bio 🔗
01/05/2026
New Month, Same Legendary Appetite! 🍗🔥
Happy 1st of May, Carrum Downs! ☀️
🗓️ Open 7 Days | 7am – 8:30pm.
📞 Give us a buzz at 03 9782 0618 to book your weekend table!
P.S. Mother’s Day is fast approaching! Have you secured your spot yet? 🌸
29/04/2026
Midweek steak fix? We’ve got you 🥩
Wednesday Steak Night from 5pm — don’t miss it.
📅 Open 7 days | 7am - 8:30pm
📍 1095 Frankston - Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs, VIC
📞 03 9782 0618 or use the link in the bio 🔗
Address
8/1095 Frankston-Dandenong Road
Carrum Downs, VIC
3201
To get to the restaurant and cafe and bar & grill on Frankston-Dandenong Road in Carrum Downs, you can take the public transport options such as train (Frankston line) or bus to Carrum Downs Station. From there, it's a short walk south along Frankston-Dandenong Road to reach the restaurant.
Alternatively, if you are driving, you can take the Eastlink tollway and exit at Cranbourne Road before turning left onto Frankston-Dandenong Road. The restaurant is just a few blocks from the intersection of Cranbourne and Frankston-Dandenong Roads. There is ample parking available on-site for customers.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
7am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
7am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
7am - 9pm |
| Friday |
7am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
7am - 9pm |
| Sunday |
7am - 9pm |
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What people say
Australian restaurants are known for their delicious and diverse cuisine, and FAT CHEF Carrum Downs is no exception. This restaurant, cafe, bar & grill offers modern Australian cuisine that is sure to satisfy any palate. Open 7 days a week, FAT CHEF Carrum Downs serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with complete dining options.
One of the highlights of this establishment is their themed nights. On Thursdays, guests can enjoy cocktail night with drinks such as Sex on the Beach, Fruit Tingle, and Pina Colada for only $15 starting at 5pm. Wednesdays are steak nights with a 300gm porterhouse for $25 or a 400gm ribeye for $39. Mondays are dedicated to Fat Chef Parma night where guests can appreciate Parma in different sizes ranging from 250g to 1kg plus. If you're feeling adventurous, take on the Parma challenge and finish a 1kg Parma in 15 minutes for it to be free!
For those looking for something special on Tuesdays, Fat Chef Carrum Downs offers platter nights featuring smoked platters, mixed grill platters, Fat Chef platters and seafood platters that are available only on Tuesdays.
Live music lovers will also enjoy Friday nights at FAT CHEF Carrum Downs where they can enjoy live music while dining.
With its convenient location on Frankston-Dandenong Road and its wide range of offerings including themed nights and live music events, FAT CHEF Carrum Downs is definitely worth checking out for anyone looking for a great dining experience in Melbourne.
