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Rib Witch

Unit 2/295 Oxley Ave, Margate QLD 4019, Australia

Recommended by 33 people

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Unit 2/295 Oxley Ave, Margate QLD 4019, Australia

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+61 7 3419 8300
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Rib Witch

Eighteen-hour slow-cooked ribs slip clean off the bone at this unpretentious Margate takeaway counter. Orders center on hefty racks of beef and pork, glazed to order after staff let you sample house-made barbecue sauces straight from the pass. Seating remains sparse, but takeout packs come loaded for beachside eating—complete with crunchy chips, slaw, and garlic bread. Beyond the pit staples, curious eaters tap into comfort crossovers like butter chicken ladled over hot chips, smoky chicken yiros, and honey-glazed beef brisket burnt ends.

  • House Sauce Tastings: Staff offer counter tastings of scratch-made barbecue sauces before coating tender, eighteen-hour slow-cooked racks.
  • Fall-Apart Ribs: Racks of beef and pork yield cleanly without needing a knife, served in generous takeaway packs with slaw and fries.
  • Cross-Cultural Comforts: The counter pairs traditional smoked meats with butter chicken over chips, lamb saag, and chicken yiros.
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Why Dine at Rib Witch

Why Margate diners choose Rib Witch for slow-cooked ribs, house sauces, and beachside barbecue packs

  • 18-Hour Fall-Off-The-Bone Tenderness

    Eighteen-hour slow-cooked beef and pork ribs are prepared until tender enough that cutlery is completely unnecessary.

    no need for a knife as the meat falls off the bone

    Allannah Dionysius

  • Hearty Portions That Satisfy Meat Cravings

    Generous portions of slow-cooked meat and ribs deliver filling, hearty value that easily satisfies big appetites.

    Huge serving, couldn't eat it all.

    Heath Wysterio

  • Complimentary Counter Sauce Tastings

    Guests can sample in-house signature sauces right at the counter to find their ideal flavour match before ordering.

    manager was very patient and allowed us to taste test

    Jaide Edmonds

  • Eclectic Global Comfort Crossovers

    The menu uniquely bridges smokehouse staples with comfort crossover dishes like curries, Greek yiros, and snack packs.

    Never knew Butter Chicken on Chips would be such an awesome combo.

    Varun Sanil

  • Beachside Takeout Convenience

    Compact storefront setup is purpose-built for fast takeaway, perfect for bringing meals directly to the Margate beachside.

    its perfect to grab some food n eat at the beach

    Varun Sanil

  • Shareable Takeaway Rib Packs

    Generous rib, wing, and side combination packs travel cleanly for easy sharing and hassle-free dining at home.

    We ordered the pork ribs, chips, coleslaw and wings pack take away and let me say it was delicious!

    Bea M

Signature slow-cooked meats and guest favorites

  • Beef ribs

    Second time having the beef ribs w bourbon sauce. AMAZING melt in yr fork & mouth meat.

    black russian

  • Pork ribs

    The pork fell off the bone and tasted like it had homemade sauce

    Bea M

  • Chicken wings

    charred chicken wings wit the sauce was gangsta as.

    MidnightPimpin

  • Chicken Yiros

    Chicken Yiros and Bombay Snack Pack are my recommendations.

    Varun Sanil

Other favorites

Sides and accompaniments to complement your barbecue

  • Chips

    Loved the coleslaw and chips as well.

    Michelle Belanji

  • Coleslaw

    slaw was fresh and crunchy

    Bea M

  • Garlic bread

    Garlic bread thrown in was a nice surprise.

    black russian

  • Kumara chips

    kumara chips were gangsta as.

    MidnightPimpin

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and hospitable service details that enhance takeout barbecue at Rib Witch

  • Countertop Sauce Tastings

    Guests can sample signature house-made sauces at the counter before ordering, ensuring the ribs are coated in their preferred flavor profile.

  • Surprise Garlic Bread Addition

    Orders often come with unexpected complimentary extras added to the pack, such as warm garlic bread tucked in alongside takeaway ribs.

  • Custom Budget Pack Tailoring

    Staff accommodate guest constraints by assembling tailored meals adjusted directly around customer budgets and portion preferences.

  • Butter Chicken on Hot Chips

    Beyond conventional smokehouse pairings, the kitchen crafts distinct loaded sides like butter chicken served directly over hot chips.

Before you head over

Practical ordering tips and dining advice for your visit to Rib Witch

  • Plan for Takeaway Dining

    The shop has very limited seating and functions primarily as a takeout counter, making it ideal to collect your order and head over to the nearby beach or enjoy it at home.

  • Sample Sauces at the Counter

    If you are torn between the homemade sauce choices, the counter staff happily allow you to taste test the varieties before your order is cooked.

  • Stick to the House Specialties

    Customer feedback strongly favors the slow-cooked ribs, burnt ends, wings, and fusion curries over fast-food style burgers. Focus your order on the house specialty meats.

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