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Friends Of The Earth
81/100 (464 ratings)
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"My favourite place on Smith Street, hands down. FOE is an underrated vegan destination serving a rotating daily lunch special plus an assortment of..."
Quince And Cheese
"Love this place, I used to teach yoga across the road and would go in for lunch with my partner after every Friday last winter. The always changing..."
Seth
"This place feels like it's been here forever. It certainly attracts some regulars and fits well into the Smith Street community. There are a couple..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Heck yes to this sort of hippie green value. If there's anything I like more than good food, it's a whole lot of good food for a low, low..."
Iris Myandowski
"Had lunch there and the food was fantastic. Really clean healthy plant based food, highly recommended. for those looking for vegan/vegetarian..."
Chris
"The daily plates are good value for a healthy and balanced meal. The pizza slices are normally super delicious too! Plus baked vegan treats are..."
Nicole Humphreys
"The doughnuts and coffee are delicious. We frequent FoE for their fabulous range of fresh produce and their wide range of very well priced, top..."
Nutsandbolts
"Stumbled across Friends of the Earth when wandering down Smith st for some donuts, and I’m really glad I did. Didn’t realise at the time they are..."
Veggin' Around
"Friends of the Earth (FoE) Melbourne is a non for profit organisation working for a socially equitable and environmentally sustainable future. ..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"Lovely energy here. Just dropped in for dandelion tea with almond milk. Very good. Oh and a gingerbread dog!..."
Carmilla5
"A cute little joint with a changing menu everyday- some meals are definitely a bit better than others! Completely vegetarian, with most things also..."
VegTreats
"I've gotten recommendations from friends and never came until Friday. Whilst driving I saw your restaurant, coincidentally I was looking for food..."
Afrovegan
"Bought some veggies and thought I'd have some lunch straight away. Small lunch plate was enough for me and reasonably prices. Lovely fresh tasting..."
I. D.
"I got my vegetarian fix last week at the socially conscious Friends of the Earth Cafe on Smith Street of Collingwood. It has a zippy, happy hippy..."
Donutsam
"Fresh vegetarian food, great options that change daily.  We ordered the weekend lunch plate which was huge. The variety of diff rent flavors worked..."
One More Glass
"The next best thing to Lentils As Anything, with the same mystery dish surprise.So aside from the cafe component, the menu basically consists of..."
MSY123
"Loved the coffee Loved the setup Loved the yellow cupsLoved my food No eftpos is the only downside, we literally had to leave the..."
RukiFoodi
"Beth and I popped into the 'Friends of the Earth Cafe' in Collingwood for a late Sunday lunch today.I got myself a carrot, ginger, and mint..."
Andrew Dodds
"Fantastic little vegetarian / vegan cafe in this busy district. The menu is limited but the choices are tasty. Grab a coffee and a cake to watch the..."
David Oldfield
"I love this place!! The food is always different and amazing. A big plate of mixed currys and salads - nothing better. Amazing simple cafe with..."
Mixed Appetite
"After reading some of the previous reviews I was a little wary, but I'm glad I came - the mixed plate was yummy, very obviously fresh and offered a..."
Georgia
"Sat down here on a sunny Sunday afternoon and enjoyed a massive slice of chocolate cake. The cake was super tasty, and very fresh. I didn't eat any..."
This Diner Is Anonymous
"Foe food co-op is super fab!. Foe food co-op ticks all the right boxes, the food is always super healthy and makes you feel super amazing afterwards,..."
Woodley1999
"Variable but healthy and ethical. I eat here regularly. They have different staff at different times and the food is always healthy but varies on the..."
Stu Mann
"Tasty wholesome goodness. Had the large mixed plate for $12 in this friendly laid back establishment. Nice wholesome combos, the carrots where..."
Skip Hansen
"This is a great place for cooks as well as diners. I loooooove FOE not so much for eating as for cooking. This is the only place I know in Melbourne..."
Bukko Boomeranger
"Staff can be a bit iffy at times, but I think that they may be all volunteers. Ordering the meal of the day is easy - you say vegan or veggo and come..."
Brunny Girl
"Friends of the Earth Cafe. Great value - a huge plate of food which is different each time! Lovely sweet treats, as well as excellent coffee and..."
R Holland
"Japanese infusion. I stumbled past this cafe today and it looked quite earthy, hearty and I was needing a healthy bite to eat. It was Japanese..."
Emma Rulach
"TASTY GOODNESS!. The meals here are AMAZING! Never had anything I didn't enjoy. And the variety! Not sure I've ever eaten the same combination! It's..."
SP
"Love this so much!. Love the friendly happy vibes from volunteer staff - the food is consistently fresh, delicious and healthy (not something many..."
Maude Farrugia
"Very inviting place. Have a great selection of organic produce and plenty of other products. They do a great chai with some amazing organic..."
Fish
"Wholesome goodness. Love having lunch here -- food constantly changes, but consistently flavoursome and hearty. Good energy, friendly people, great..."
Sandy Soerjadhi
"A good place to eat vegetarian and vegan meals. Most meals are prepared on the day making the use of a day to day menu moot more relying on what the..."
Daniel Brown
"All have a coffee and something to eat before I start my shopping. Fantastic place to shop for those interested in plastic free shopping. And yummy..."
Melinda Keyt
"I absolutely love F.O.E. I have know this place for 30 odd..."
Ivan Thomas George Daniels
"Long term campaigners for social justice and the environment. Deeply committed community..."
Peter Campbell
"They are working for a safer world for..."
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The Fox Hotel
81/100 (2002 ratings)
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"Fantastic local bar with superb staff. I fully recommend the vegan pulled tempeh roll and my mate can vouch for the chicken burrito- Another fine eve..."
Dee Saidi
"Absolutely delicious. I'm not vegetarian but could easily be if I could make the vego food on offer at The Fox. I highly recommend you visit as all..."
Shirley Doomernik
"Great food (that happens to be vegetarian and vegan), amazing beer, fantastic atmosphere. They host great events too, like a beer week one on Sunday..."
Aila Stefansdotter-Franck
"This is my all time favourite pub, have been coming here for years and have never had a bad meal and the service is always excellent. Had my 50th..."
Anne-Marie Saunders
"Great beer selection with amazing food and fantastic beer garden! Not to miss when in Collingwood!!..."
Mooshie Peas
"Ten of us dine here once a fortnight and, without fail we all love or meals. We love the management and we love the..."
Derek Myers
"This pub beats all others for fabulous inexpensive food, great service and staff. It has a real English village pub feel right in the heart of the..."
Christine Wood
"Awsome place!!! Staft lovely! Food soo tasty! Good Vibes..."
Nemo Jay
"Best Parma in the land! Love coming..."
Danny Greet
"The meals and service here brings me back every time. Always delicious and..."
Nat Li
"My favourite place in the..."
Siân McFarlane
"Magnificent food day or night great atmosphere with sensational..."
David Hendrikse
"Best parma..."
Jackson Jinnette
"Cozy place for a Christmas time gathering. ..."
Wearekimleaf
"This is a great pub. The food is excellent and the service good. They sell over 100 beers so if you like beer ... it amber heaven lol.My..."
Timinmelbourne
"I've been frequenting the Fox for the last year and a half (Mainly for their monthly Monday Trivia) and have enjoyed most of their menu from 300g..."
Totto
"Food: classic pub fare with a great selection of vegetarian/vegan items. The pulled tempeh roll is the pick of the dishes. They appear to rotate the..."
SW
"Went here on steak night. Ordered medium rare, but the steak came out medium well. That being said the steak was still tasty and chips were cooked..."
ElCompass
"Great little pub for a mid week meal. Offers 100 bottled beers and other non beer thirst quenchers. Friendly staff behind the bar and good ambience...."
Samantics
"Great food, great people and great atmosphere! Love the music there has been good Everytime. Get the burrito and the vegan burger! Always keen on..."
Christopher Koutsouras
"The Fox Hotel appears from the outside to be an old school Collingwood pub, but it has a decidedly modern ethos to the way it operates. There are..."
The City Lane
"Another great dinner here last night. This place has such a fabulous vibe. Friendly staff, amazing beers and ciders and awesome food. This time our..."
Disommer
"I've been going to this pub since it opened in 2007. Can't fault it. The constant consistency of friendly service, great food and a killer roof top..."
Katarina Campbell
"Great interior love the kooki things a the beer wall great beer garden friendly staff and amazing food . The chicken burrito is amazing will..."
ARAS ENNA REZARF
"The food was amazing, the seafood especially! Odd mix but delicious menu choices. Awesome ambiance. A fantastic night with great food and fun..."
DeeStar
"This place has a bit of an eclectic fit out - from half mannequin legs, a large grandma mouse toy and a buffalo head on the walls to a disco ball and..."
Clare
"Got the lunch special ($15 main with a drink). At first I was like "what's a pulled tempeh roll?" but now I'm a convert. Previously I'd only eaten..."
Fatcat
"I was drawn here for the lentil cottage pie but intend on returning to work my way through the entire extensive vegetarian (and vegan on request)..."
Iris Myandowski
"I was suggested this pub because we had a vegan diner in our group and there was a wide variety of vegetarian food (8 mains and 2 burgers plus..."
Liv Killeen
"I love this place. The girls that run it are absolute champs! The chicken parma is so consistently good I have that predicament where I never try any..."
Andy Graham
"The food was surprisingly good for a pub. There was a good range of beers and a nice atmosphere, looking forward to my next visit. Worth a trip if..."
April
"A good example of how a pub keeps up with modern times but doesn't lose its soul. Been a number of times and it's a lovely cozy pub. Pork belly is as..."
Too Much Cake
"Great beers, great food, great vibe, friendly staff. I had the kangaroo which was quite good, other options on the menu looked amazing so will..."
Jordan
"The Fox Hotel is super dog friendly, we had the choice of sitting outside on the lower or upper deck sections. The menu has a fantastic range of..."
Anna
"Ordered the steak with mash and salad. The order took a lot longer than expected but once it arrived I was not disappointed. It was cooked to a..."
Theknifeandforktalk
"We had our birthday dinner here last weekend and it was great, the staff were super accommodating and the food was great. Only downside was really..."
Foodandwinefan
"Last night we had the mushroom and tofu gyozas, pork belly and bug and prawn pie. All great. I decided to treat myself to a dessert, and I went for..."
Elise Lawler
"Really enjoy dining at The Fox. Heaps of vegetarian and vegan options which, in my experience, have been delish! Favourite is definitely the pulled..."
Jemma
"After a botched public transport excursion (my bad) led to a forced dinner march, our duo arrived at the Fox 1h late but our table for two was still..."
Michael_nairn1
"I had one of the vegetarian dishes. It had fried eggplant and haulomi. I was a bit skeptical because it had so many ingredients and sometimes places..."
Abbey Sultan
"Great service and great atmosphere. Went for lunch on a wet cold Melbourne Saturday and stayed for the afternoon. Try the bug and prawn gyoza! Better..."
Gez
"Fun and friendly. Food can be a little hit and miss sometimes. Decent parma, but not one I lust after. Disappointing given it comes with bacon, and..."
Kelly Belly
"Food is yummy, our kids love it! Something for everyone. Especially if you are special needs gluten/fructose/vegans..."
EatingOut
"The best local around. Old school hospitality, quirky pub with cold beer and great..."
Seb79
"My new favourite Melbourne pub. Comfortable, unpretentious and friendly staff.Also dog friendly which earns them an extra..."
Antonio
""BoB25101980". As previously discussed, we are sincerely sorry about the impact the booking error had on your birthday..."
Fox Hotel Collingwood
"Food was incredible. Every meal that was deliver to the table was huge and tasted great...."
Carmyl
"Really yum vegan food! New fave place to eat out, thank you thank you thank..."
Salt And Pepper
"I have the 300g Porterhouse. It was thick and juice and well cooked - this is hard to find in Melbourne pubs in my recent experience. I wasn't..."
Food Hunter
"Just had the pulled pork roll.. possibly the best one I've ever had! The bartender is friendly..."
Niki C
"It's hard to pick a favourite with so many pubs in the area but the Fox has everything. Great menu, a truly varied beer selection (and that's just..."
Andrew
"Spread the word...... Want a meal that you keep telling your mates about, this is the place. now been there about 10 times, and it still get me..."
Chris Alexander
"Great Experience. This is the gun! Top hotel in Collingwood where I have lived for many years. This is a foodie experience and a great pub. Blasts..."
Neil W
"Loving the current beers on tap. Very nice, light, vanilla stout and the Sprocket amber is..."
Polly
"Lovely food, lovely place, lovely staff, lovely price!. Absolutely stunning food - would highly recommend the baked eggplant. The onion and cabbage..."
Sophie Cameron-Krepp
"Our Favourite Pub in Melbourne!. The food is well priced, consistent and most importantly delicious! The decor is fabulously bohemian and the bar..."
Melbourne Girl
"Worth the wait. Have yet to have a bad meal here. Its been fab EVERYTIME! All gluten free items are clearly marked and staff are generally nice too...."
Simone
"Sitting on the top level sunshine hitting and enjoying an excellent parma and wine! What more would you..."
Kambo
"Great pub food and beers!. One of the several pubs relatively close that has craft beers on tap. Have been here a few times for Sunday lunch now -..."
Wocksie
"4 out of 5. Always have a good menu to choose from and haven't been disappointed yet. Very..."
Lilylu
"Lunch and dinner and inner city pub. What a great little/big pub, with a typical grungy front bar, a retro video console and pin ball machine tucked..."
The Oracle
"Friendly, Hard-working Little Pub.. With a main menu priced from $19 - $27 you can't go wrong. Okay, it's not the cheapest but you get what you pay..."
Phoenix
"Positives: yummy food and were flexible for my coeliacs friend. Negatives: not the friendliest bunch and the sign listing all the 'no's' (including..."
Elyse Lithgow
"Tasty beers/ciders on tap. Delicious pub food. Nice rooftop. Good people. Fox is a solid..."
AmericanOz
"Best-kept secret not so secret anymore. Everyone I take here is genuinely surprised at how great the food is for such an unassuming place. Portion..."
Joeyjoejoejuniorshabadoo
"Parma and vegie. Great to have a pub that can offer a tasty traditional meat option and a tasty vegan option for myself. Even though I do not eat..."
Ben
"Fantastic..."
CEBS17
"At Long Last. I have been eating out all my adult life and find it hard to pleased with taste, meal size and value.At long last I have found..."
Fat Rigger
"Hearty meals. Whilst a very long wait for the food to arrive, all in our party of nine enjoyed their meals. Chicken Parma was one of the best I've..."
Dani-licious
"Great Pub.. We love this joint.Such an awesome beer range with great pub style food and a fun crowd but it can sometimes feel like you are..."
Sham Adams
"Awesome menu, lots of great vegetarian..."
Mel Bourne
"Mmmm beer!. Do u love beer?? I do, & the girls at the fox obviously do too, as i found out recently. they must have over a 100 bottled beers..from..."
Beer Lover
"The fox rocks, plain and simple, awesome food choices, pork belly changed my life, micro beers on tap a a real treat too, don't change and see u..."
Mackdaddy
"Love it!. Great vegan options and a great atmosphere - pricey but the food is lovely! reccomend..."
Melinda Brockhus
"Love The Fox. Can't go past the chicken..."
Claire
"Down the Fox Hole. Man-sized food ahead. Make sure you startve yourself for a week before attempting to take on a parma from the fox. Not just big..."
Jarrad
"I had the lamb shanks for $23. I enjoyed it thoroughly and thought it was very reasonable value for my money. The atmosphere on a Sunday night was..."
GRK
"Best pub in Collingwood/ Fitzroy. We have tried many pubs in Collingwood and Fitzroy but no one can beat The Fox. The food is great, reasonable..."
JaCa
"Down Right Foxy!. The Fox Hotel is one of our local pubs and we absolutely adore it. From the arty loungeroom-style dining area to the modern deck on..."
Missmelbourne
"I went to the fox for my birthday this year and i have to say it was the best night ever! this was back in august and my friends are still talking..."
Laura
"Cool pub. This is one of the best pubs around. The staff are super cool and friendly. The chicken parma is enormous and tasty and the $10 jugs on..."
JC
"Quick Fox wins our vote. Took a group here last week. Seriously, you cannot complain. Excellent food (the parma is gargantuan) and vibe and really..."
Gnat
"Great Pub. Second time back and the food is still amazing. Had the lamb shanks this time and it was nearly a sexual experience. YUM! Great to see a..."
JJ77
"Great place!! The food looked amazing and well priced. There was a great range of beers on tap and bottled. You can get cash out at the bar!!..."
Waynos
"Great food, heaps of different beers, a rooftop deck, live music, friendy staff a must if your looking for an old school pub with heaps of..."
Bridie
"...I had received word that their parma was excellent and I was keen to give this a try. My first impression of this place was that it was super..."
Xjuzjuzjuzx
"Fox Hotel is an old style local pub - dark interior, pool tables, slightly musky smell…but has a pretty big food range on offer, not just the..."
Glutenshmooten
"The best thing I can say about this place is that it feels like home; warm, welcoming, cozy & friendly. Came here on a Tuesday night for $20 steaks..."
S C
"Sunday roast special was very special. Generous portion and delicious. Friendly and attentive service. Fantastic choice of music with a good..."
Bill Mrozek
"Fox Hotel combines the traditional Aussie pub with awesome fittings and ambience with a distinctively Collingwood vibe. Staff were friendly and..."
Richard G
"A little hidden gem!!!! Amazing selection of beer, staff were so friendly Clean and tidy place and bar staff seen cleaning between customers I had..."
Hayley Gregory
"This is exactly the sort of pub that makes inner-city Melbourne such a great place. This city is blessed to have so many of these types of pubs in..."
John Reece
"Great staff great place excellent menu huge selection of..."
Sylvo Mate
"Great food, informal atmosphere and reasonable prices. A great..."
Pete Sloane
"Nice local pub. Staff super friendly. Meal was good. Had the parma and the Philly cheese steak. Parma was an 8/10. Large portion with nice amount of..."
Luan Ngo
Wabi Sabi Japanese Restaurant
81/100 (1129 ratings)
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"🇯🇵 japanese food🍱 breakfast set🍣 chirashi🏚: Wabi Sabi Salon📍:..."
Sense Of Food
"I love Wabi Sabi so much! It's healthy and fun and colourful and so tasty. The food is wholesome and affordable for what you get. I recently got a..."
Quince And Cheese
"This place has very similar if not the same menu as Neko Neko but somehow the food here tasted better, perhaps made with more TLC.Vegan..."
VegoLover
"Tried two of the ramens there. The tofu one and the shoyu shickoji one. The Tofu one was great , I really enjoyed it, quite spicy which I..."
Tabi Ei
"Loved the ambience and the food. Been there twice and was extremely satisfied with both the food and the service on both occasions. The jap curry was..."
Beverly
"A late night supper here and it was superb. Seated at a lovely crafted timber table with the restaurant still sprinkled with diners on a Tuesday..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Wabi sabi salon in Collingwood. I am really into this small cosy cafe or restaurant. Give you a unique Japanese fusion and like something you won’t..."
Steven Gu
"The food and service is really good here. I got the tempura mushroom dinner bento and the veg gyoza. However I feel they're a bit overpriced,..."
Kim
"Wabi Sabi has completely changed the way I view Japanese food, these guys definitely know how to put on a feast! With a great selection of vegan..."
Miriam Haug
"The food was amazing. I dont usually eat sashimi and I'm now a convert. Second time I've ever eaten ramen and such a standard has been set that I..."
Eva Las Vegas
"Wabi Sabi Salon has recently updated its menu so I was keen to visit. The offering skews vegan and pescatarian, with four types of ramen (three of..."
Nadia
"3066Wabi Sabi Salon was well located for our Friday evening plans, we'd booked a table which turned out to have been a good move as it was pretty..."
Andrew Turner
"We came as a group and they put us in a nice area at the courtyard (covered with heater on). Friendly service from the moment we walked in. I don't..."
Budi Sudarto
"Because I had wanted to try Wabi Sabi a long time before they closed for renovation, I came here with no holds barred when it finally re-opened and..."
Fatcat
"Now the team from Neko Neko, still a fave are doing wonders at this place. As a vegan I find lots to choose from and all of it delicious. No really I..."
Bob Weis
"Love the noodles here. The broth has a rich yet subtle flavour and the atmosphere is very nice. We have had lots of team lunches here and the service..."
JtotheG
"Came here to try the newly revamped Wabi Sabi and was not disappointed! The new menu appears to have more choices I'd want to eat and on this..."
Hangry Cat
"Plenty of vegetarian/vegan options. The tempura, tofu and tempeh salad and ramen were all super yummy!! Very reasonably priced. Highly..."
Donna
"The dishes were tasty and flavour packed with an attention to detail. I loved the cosy woodsy traditional Japanese decor, I didn't feel like I was in..."
Aggie Koczwara
"One of the most expensive lunch bento box I have experienced. Simple work only a few pieces of tuna. Presentation is elegant. Despite first..."
David Liao
"Let’s continue our culinary journey on Smith Street and we come across yet another Japanese restaurant. This cozy eatery with its indoor wooden..."
Cheronnie
"This place is the perfect amount of japanese boho kitsch and the food is amazing. Can never go past the tuna sashimi salad and the beef tataki -..."
Amy-Louise Rutherford
"Wabi Sabi salon presented beautiful insta-worthy meals. I had chicken katsudon, it was a little bit cold, but I think this could be because they were..."
Hangry Jules
"Kaarage was not as crispy as I like kaarage to be. Mushroom Bento was delicious and the black cod was very flavoursome although the Bento was not..."
The Hangry Hippo
"You get a good Japanese curry for about $20. You generally can't go wrong with a katsu and even though it's good it could be a little bit..."
TravisV
"Great food and wonderful experience . The waiters are very accommodative . We are strict vegetarians and they changed our order to minus eggs and add..."
Abhijit Nayak
"Wabi Sabi is an authentic and cosy Japanese restaurant in Collingwood. Service was great and there is an outdoor seating which is perfect for larger..."
Jiji
"There are plenty of ramen options on Smith Street alone, but this place is a decent pick.  The sweet potato chips were an absolute delight - the..."
This Diner Is Anonymous
"A Fresh take on Modern Japanese Food!This place was on the list and we decided to go and take a look, we arrive and the place was full..."
Just Jamie
"One of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne. Great atmosphere and food, a bit pricey is the only downside. Service is also pretty good. Highly..."
Belle Eats Melbourne
"I went to Wabi Sabi Salon after Neko Neko couldn't fit my group in. Luckily they let us book the beautiful outside area that has a mini Japanese..."
Caroline Beaney
"Such a cute atmosphere. The back area is nice when the weather is good. The sashimi slices were tiny but the black cod with saikyo miso was one of..."
Clalla Morishita
"I always delight when I find an authentic Japanese eatery just like this one. Lunch on Sunday here was wonderfully relaxing. I enjoyed the gozen, it..."
Soleil
"I recently attended a friend’s wedding that was catered by Wabi Sabi Restaurant. So here is my review for the catering component as I have yet to..."
SueyLuey
"Came here with 6 people for mums bday.This place is nestled in with a stack of awesome restaurants next to it, so it has to be good otherwise it..."
Food Glorious Food
"Wabi sabi! What a great institution on smith street when you want to get Japanese food. Came here the other night, and got their Grilled Black Cod..."
Yuan Diego
"Always a fan of Japanese food .... especially a quirky one.This place is exactly that, once you go inside as first impression doesn't give..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"I can't tell you about the rest of the menu, and I'm not sure I'll ever know, because when I return here to eat again, I'm not sure I can order..."
Gotham
"I'm very confused with how to proceed in eating my small, dainty meal with lots of sections but luckily it tastes good. There are a lot of vegan..."
Iris Myandowski
"Love this spot to get a bento, they are always top qual. Here, you get options of meat, fish or veggie bentos and I have had all types and they're..."
MandyToorak
"Had the agedashi tofu and eggplant bento and really enjoyed it. It was vegan but you'd never know- full of flavours and versatility. The tofu was in..."
Skellie
"My favourite Japanese place here in Melbourne land is Wabi Sabi Salon. They have an inventive, interesting menu that delights the tastebuds with..."
Donutsam
"Not so traditional but very delicious. Crispy agedashi tofu with intense umami sauce and crunch of fresh daikon strips. The slightly seared ocean..."
Delicious Doris
"Loved their food. Wagyu is tender and great. Deep fried chicken is very juicy which I would say it's one of the best I ever had in Melbourne. But..."
Fryday Night Foodie
"A couple of weeks ago, I went to Wabi Sabi Salon for the first time. This day had torrential downpour and we were seated in the quaint 'outside room'..."
Expensive Delicious Habit.
"Fantastic food, some of the best Japanese I've had in Australia. Great service and lots of different traditional options on the menu. The $25 dinner..."
Patrick Leyland
"Took me by surprise that this Japanese Fusion cuisine has quite a large serving! I'm usually not a fan of fusion cuisines, but I have to..."
Oh Hui Wen Wendy
"Feel like you've been transported to Tokyo as you walk through the doors of this charming eclectic Japanese restaurant. Their menu offers a great..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"A great place to stop for lunch! We ordered the sashimi lunch plate and the teriyaki chicken. I really wanted the bento but wasn't keen on deep fried..."
Matty T
"A group of 8 in a busy Friday night and we all were really satisfied with the food and service. All dishes were very tasty, unique and nicely served..."
Shlomi
"If you loved your eating experiences in Japan (generous services, multiple components, weird and wonderful)  then tada! Wabi Sabi is the closest..."
Amy Fogs
"Good value for money. Had the meat bento which was pork today and it was juicy and tender. Love all the pickles that come with the bento..."
Kirsten Tanner
"First time eating here last nice and I'm wrapped to have found another gem of a restaurant. Our waiter was fantastic, full of jokes and entertaining...."
Cristy Phelan
"Came here for lunch on Monday and got the meat don lunch set. I have to say it was really delicious. I got the crispy chicken as that was the meat..."
Kevin Jung Hak Yun
"Wabi Sabi lunch considered of my chicken teriyaki and husbands' bento box. My chicken was really nice and tender, teriyaki was spot on. Bento box..."
MsV
"Very solid Japanese restaurant with good food.  There is a cool outdoor seating area as well.  Service was okay.  Reasonably priced as..."
Mrs Mark
"Went here for a friend's birthday and had a really good lunch experience. Dishes were varied, interesting but most importantly, very tasty. Staff..."
Mark
"Good Japanese, with a sizeable with many standard dishes having an interesting twist. Quirky but pleasing interior with an interesting set up...."
C
"Love this place so much! Best atmosphere, delicious fresh food. My favourite this to have here is the raw wagyu! Definitely give it a try if you..."
Rhianna Hume-Cook
"Stepped into a different country, a different time altogether, when I entered Wabi Sabi. Having spent some time living in Japan, Wabi Sabi felt..."
Chillout.im
"Had to wait a little for takeaway and they sat me down at a table with a beer. The atmosphere is great and the chicken teriyaki don was a delight -..."
Renato
"I think the best ramen I have had in..."
Stuart Smith
"Very relaxing atmosphere and friendly staff :-) I really like their interesting selection of sushi! The only thing is that I don't like the style of..."
Erica Parkes
"Loved the lunch bento box with terriyaki chicken – it was amazing. Some quality Japanese rice and Japanese salad plus pickled vegetables and..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"I don't eat sushi, so this isn't the place for me! But I went along with a mate, and he declared it to be good. It's on good old Smith St in..."
Mic Cullen
"White fish tempura bento; the fish was really fresh and I was really happy that they weren't dripping with oil! The portion of the bento was..."
Addy
"While some of the food may not have been complete winners for me, the atmosphere and the service did completely win me over, it's so nice to be able..."
Ashley
"Yummy!!. Everything was yummy! Prawn tempura, salmon sashimi, wagyu wrap, ocean trout sushi, all for a reasonable price. Will come back and..."
Lovefood
"Authentic Japanese food, friendly attentive service and reasonable prices. Our party of five ate here last night and all were impressed with the..."
Daddyboy
"Great atmosphere and pretty good food.. Have been a few times for lunch. Has a great atmosphere, is run by some friendly young Japanese women. There..."
Roger Kaputnik
"Yum yum yum! Every dish we had was super tasty and delish and a little different to the normal japanese u get everywhere. Service was great and..."
Sandybee4444
"Do yourself a favour.. Wabi Sabi Salon is wonderful. The Agadashi tofu is delicious and their rice paper rolls are to die for. Do you yourself a..."
Ash
"Love the plum wine, & weekday bento box..."
Monique
"Solid. Set course menu surprisingly good value - and substantialGood foodGood atmosphere and serviceWill..."
Moov
"Great food and service. We ate here on Saturday evening with our daughter and her boyfriend and on a warm Melbourne night eating in the rear..."
Wonder
"Incredible bento box! Staff were lovely and accommodating. Seriously, the bento box was..."
Emily N
"Sunday special of ramen was great to warm me up on a cold winter day beautifully taste broth with melt in the mouth pork well worth it . Heading back..."
Rockabilly Boi
"So delicious! I just loved it. The pork belly dish is phenomenal as is the soba noodle..."
Deezarock
"Love their sushi rollsss. Best sushi roll I have had, other dishes are okay and healthy. But the miso soup can be quite tasteless..."
Gwyneth Wong
"Mmm mmm. Lots of yum vego..."
Brooster
"Great and a bit different. This restaurant is a winner. Try it and be a bit adventurous in what you..."
Imprettyfussy
"Wabi Sabi, hai!. Amazing experience at Wvabi Sabi Salon. We tried the Omakase set, with five courses for $45. It began with sashimi, the kingfish was..."
SalmonySalmon
"Had lunch in the outside area. Group of 10 and kids. Nice food, good service. Will be back...."
Leeroy
"Went here with my wife for dinner. Great flavours with fresh ingredients and service was pretty good. Pork belly was perhaps a little overcooked..."
Goinghome04
"Great tasting dinner with authentic Japanese flavours despite portions on the small size. Great Jap beer selection and friendly service. Highly..."
Jack
"Great service- fresh food that is full of flavour- amazing soba noodle..."
Eurasian
"Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! What more can I say? Had the Fish Bento with Miso Soup and also an Asahi... was nice and cold and just capped off an..."
Jason Inglis
"Been here a few times - easy to spend too much but having lived in Japan for abt 7 years I find it the closest to what I experienced in Japan..."
Eric Wilson
"Expensive but tasty. Finally get a chance to try out this restaurant, it was monday night and the place was quite empty (which I think is acceptable..."
Steffi Junanto
"We had a great night here last week. We had the entire restaurant booked and ordered a banquet. The staff were very sweet, only slightly slow w..."
Rowena J
"Quality japanese food you cant fault. I am very impressed with the decor, service and food. Despite being seated in a separate but cosy shed at the..."
Unforkettable
"The Worst atmosphere. I was told to sit next to my husband and to sit in front of complete strangers, and the other strangers squeezed in right next..."
Mel
"A unique and modern approach to Japanese cuisine. We tried 5 dishes and desert, all of which were sensational. Love it, love it, love..."
Glenda Fry
"Great all round. Was brought here on the recommendation that it was the 'best Japanese in Melbourne' and can say that it's not too far from that. I..."
Sweet&Sour
"Food is amazing. But we sat out the back and it stank like a..."
Nic
"Food and service were lovely as always, but it is hard to eat here with a group (we were 8), especially with the new summer menu. Items are too..."
Aviv
"It's one of my favorite Japanese restaurants in Melbourne. The decor is rustic and the little courtyard is beautiful. I always order the lotus root..."
Marina
"Loved the salad. The sesame dressing salad is my favourite. Very fast service but a little bit..."
Don CyberJunkie
"Yum!. We tried this place on a whim... Loved it! Exactly what we felt like - Fresh and generous serves. We loved sharing the massive vegie and..."
Northcotechicky
"Fantastic Japanese!. Rated best Japanese Restaurant in Victoria 2010 in the Restaurant and catering awards, this place is a little hidden gem!..."
Carley Ludlow
"Great sushi. Favourite place for a quick lunch - great spicy salmon hand rolls. And only..."
Brunny Girl
"Amazing place - food is delectable, service is outstanding and the traditional Japanese decor is great. Don't sit upstairs though - gets far too hot...."
Jesspo
"One of my favourites. I *love* this restaurant. A wonderfully original japanese menu, and *great* for vegetarians too. The seaweed salad is..."
T
"Good food and relexing atmosphere! Especially the Yellowtail salad and the wagu sushi are..."
Zinnia Cheng
"This is one of the best Japanese I've ever had. Salmon and avocado was great, tempura flounder was ok, pork belly pie was so intense and duck breast..."
Jess Liauw
"Fresh and tasty jap with a twist. Wabi Sabi is not your average Japanese joint, and has a refreshing menu of fresh, light and slightly quirky dishes...."
Sharyn Honey
"Japanese eatery wait staff who are actually Japanese? Priceless. Great warm sake and super cute..."
Mme Ange
"Great creative dishes. Reasonable prices. Good seasonal..."
Food Angel
"You could do much worse than a visit to this quirky Japanese cafe who can lay claim to an amazing signature dish. I'd gladly eat just this - Wagyu..."
SerendipitousK
"It was four years ago since we came here and the food this time was much improved from the previous experience. The menu is designed for sharing but..."
Joanne Lung
"Overall good experience. Dishes looked fancy. The salmon sashimi was a bit too salty, which made the following dishes tasted plain... Vegetarian..."
Lena
"Looks a small restaurant from the street, but actually quiet large as there are other areas. The service was great, especially the waitress,..."
John Lawson
"My friend and I enjoyed vegetarian lunch there. Our dishes were nice and colourful with a variety of vegetables. The staff were very friendly and..."
Chia
"Took my partner on a date night here, booked online noting allergies and that I didn't want to be near the door. When we arrived she clarified my..."
Justin Curreen-Harris
"Oh my goodness, the service here was lovely! The food was equally great, price was reasonably cheap for the portion we received. Saving this as one..."
Nadia Craven
"Spent a week in Melbourne and this was the best restaurant out of all of them. Interior is quirky and clean, staff are polite and service is quick...."
Eshlie A
"Great food, a lot of choices for all diets and really well priced, lovely staff… it gets a bit crowded and can be really noisy, great for quick..."
Mz Beatz
Jim's Greek Tavern
80/100 (2183 ratings)
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"Superb food. Very good service. Excellent value for a lot of food. Good with allergies. Zero..."
David Garner
"Jim’s Greek Tavern is a well-established restaurant in Collingwood. They have a ‘no-frills’ decor but very apt for that authentic Greek resto..."
RayDAN143
"If you’re looking for a place to organise a group dinner, this is it! Not only can you BYO, but it’s also made for groups. A very large space,..."
Lisa Giles
"One of the best restaurants I've ever been to. Food is excellent, customer service is exquisite and the atmosphere (particularly at the front part of..."
Andrew David
"Delicious! Went with a large group and they easily adapted the menu to cater for our few vegetarian friends. Portions were really great..."
Katie
"We were invited for a family birthday and had the banquet. The service was good and the servings were generous. Overall good ambiance and would..."
Josie
"Been here 20+ times. The only great restaurant from my childhood that is still open.Best octopus in town, best greek restaurant and it’s..."
Ads Davies
"I’ve been here in the past for a Xmas due and felt it was one of the best Greek foods I’ve ever tasted. Came here again yesterday with my partner..."
RGAnders
"Came here with a large group for the $55 set menu banquet. Service was great with the first dishes arrive shortly after ordering. All food served was..."
M_mcquinn_12
"This place is an institution having been around for many many years. On weekends it’s packed to capacity and still draws the crowds.I..."
Freeo
"Was very busy / packed on a Friday night. Lots of happy people here. Good service, no menu, you are led by the waiter for selections which is good..."
Ryan
"AMAZING! We had the banquet and everything was perfect! Be careful with the bread though - it’s super delicious and will fill you up pretty quick..."
Judene Messi
"Everyone who knows me knows Jim's Greek Tavern is my favourite restaurant in Melbourne.Sure, there may be restaurants where the wine is..."
Jasmin Bleeks
"Fun and lively, which is always the vibe of Greek restaurants. Lovely staff, they amazed us by learning by heart the entire menu of the night (..."
Ann.ha267
"It was my first time and apart from great Greek food, didn't know what to expect. I did get GREAT Greek food, and will definitely be going back in a..."
Lily Steiner
"Fun friendly service! Food was delicious and fresh, favorite were the lamb chops - so tender and tasty! Iconic Greek restaurant and a must..."
MrMena
"Authentic Greek menu. I love that its BYO too. The Saganaki is to die, for, as is the lamb. The place gets packed on a weekend, so be prepared for a..."
Tess Presso
"The interesting thing about this place is that it doesn't have menu. It's either you been there many times and know what to order and be like us and..."
Debby
"Fun night out! Don’t come here looking for a quiet dinner - the lively atmosphere, great food and laid back approach to dining make for a great..."
@esjaysam
"Amazing food! Simple delicious Greek food worth every penny you spend. The Saganaki as good as my Yia Yia's was and the Greek flavours come together..."
Ziggy
"It couldn’t get any more authentic than Jim’s Greek Tavern!! Probably one of the best Greek restaurants I have ever tried. I loved their grilled..."
The Cranky Foodie
"Food was super yummy. Staff was really friendly and accomodating. I would have given this place a 5 rating only if there is a menu with pricing so..."
Melissa Wong
"Who needs a menu ? You won't when you go to Jim's. Make sure you book in advance as Jim's is always busy and so it should be after over 30 years as..."
Food For Thought
"Solid 5. I would give it more if I could.Great service.. great food.Bloody great all round.If you are scared of places..."
Vanessa Elizabeth
"An absolute Melbourne institution this place is a fun night out. A big, vibrant, bustling, restaurant where you kind of feel like you’ve walked..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Amazingly quick service. Very friendly staff. Everything is cooked very well and fresh. Absolutely love the fish and the haloumi cheese. The potions..."
Tabi Ei
"The restaurant was packed when we arrived and quite noisy although the atmosphere was fun. Our waiter was very helpful and we had the banquet which..."
Nalia
"I loved this place as they serve traditional Greek food and being Greek I am very picky with it. Great atmosphere and great service too. Ill..."
Thalia Cottis
"Nice busy dining room with friendly staff. Food was fresh and very tasty, from the haloumi to the lamb gyros to the salads. Can definitely..."
Gursharan Chana
"Best old school Greek in melbourne! No menu can be hard if you're not too familiar with Greek food but take the time to ask what's on offer as..."
Greg Stan
"The best greek food ive had thus far. Amazing flavours. Meat was cooked perfectly. The prawns were very fresh and full of flavour. The galaktoboureko..."
Nds
"Best genuine Greek taverna in Melbourne. Hasn't changed in 20 years. Staff are friendly, food comes out fast. Go the banquet, won't be disappointed...."
Jack Thompson
"The food was great. We had lamb gyros, chicken skewers and blue eye fillet. All tasted great and grilled to perfection. The biggest downside is lack..."
Meead Saberi
"Eccentric and efficient service. No menu. Eat what’s fresh today from the display. The starter of dips, olives and pickled veg is great with some..."
Chela
"1. Ambience = imagine a night in Greece sitting at a tavern 2. Authentic = No fancy stuff, just traditionally made Greek food boasting delicious..."
Chi Chi
"Jim’s Greek Tavern provides authentic Greek food, service and atmosphere. The restaurant does not use menus therefore ordering is done discussing..."
Isabella
"It's "still" happening after all these years ....For a "home-style" Greek feast and atmosphere you can't beat this place I reckon; two..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Very busy and hard to get a table. Need to book because if you just walk in, you're chases of getting a table a slim to none. They have no menu and..."
Matilda Jeffrey
"Reasons why this place doesn't get a 5: no menu so it's confusing and you don't know what they've got or the prices SO really recommend going with a..."
Nelz
"This place is really hard to review. It's one of the more unique restaurants in Melbourne, and it's an institution. I've stopped going here because..."
Jeremy K
"I have mixed feelings about this place, like a bell-curve_____----------_____We walked in to this super busy bustling place and waited..."
Tina Salameh
"Amazing restaurant with a truly authentic feel (even though I've never been to Greece). Came with a group of friends and got the buffet of food which..."
Whats On The Grill?
"Find us on instagram: loveatfirstbite_aus Jim’s Greek Tavern is practically a Melbourne institution. What is most..."
Love At First Bite
"I've never been disappointed with the food at this venue. It is a popular restaurant pricing itself on fresh produce. Top notch service. Food was..."
Hungry Couples
"Jim's is home cooking at its finest. One of the best Greek Taverns around. Went on a Sauturday night and it was shoulder to shoulder, this did not..."
Nic D
"Good family Greek food, it just keeps coming and coming. Approx $55 per head without drinks. Great for groups, but you must book in..."
Simba
"the phone booking conversation had me think they wont have my booking when we arrived but thankfully they did. This place is no fuss good food, no..."
Azusa
"Came here for a birthday of 20 people. Great staff and service definately will come back!! Food was also awesome! Seafood was on point especially the..."
Cuong Nguyen
"Jim's Greek Tavern is the whole package; incredible food, cosy and authentic environment and friendly waiters. We were served a a basket of..."
Yui Fu
"The food at this place is absolutely amazing. They can handle everything from a couple to a large group and always blow your mind. What I love about..."
Michael Smith
"The food was amazing! :) I kind of like the idea of no menus. The waiter did a great job with suggesting what food to eat. It is a bit expensive but..."
Georgie Triantafillou
"A little taste of Greece in the heart of Collingwood! Great food Greek service like they do it in Greece! Dips are nice food is fresh and good..."
DV
"Loveeee Jim's ❤️Went here twice last week - I'd never get sick of it.Generally to start we have: saganaki and tarama withsome fried..."
Georgia Allen
"It's always good. Sometimes it's amazing and just blows your mind away but I've been going for years and at worst it's amazing. The meat is so full..."
Finger Lickin
"What a f@kn restuarant man!! This is my new favourite place now. Holy shit! Haha You need to just relax, bring some beers and let the waiters..."
Big John
"Authentic Greek food - freshest ingredients and always great service - the seafood is amazing. My favourite scallops in Melbourne by a long..."
Tomishungry
"Greek is my favourite cuisine and Jim's didn't disappoint me. great food nice place and it's really got a nice style. But some of the waiter are rude..."
Freddo
"Food was quality taste and massive flavours. Bit confronting if you don't know what you're walking into! Embrace the atmosphere and you'll have the..."
Emily Smolenaars
"Not much to say that hasn't been said before. Authentic food. Honest Greek cooking. Basic service (as you would receive in Greece). Don't expect..."
EatMeMelbourne
"Traditional Greek style tavern really giving you that authentic feel. Super friendly service and really delicious Greek food! Went there in a large..."
Jai Narayan
"One of the only original taverns in the inner city. Authentic food. No modern twists and hokeypokey garnishes. Good greek food served at good prices...."
Christina
"Just go. Tell yourself you are actually in Greece and all of a sudden the lack of menus, inattentive service and crazy waiters makes perfect sense...."
Paige M
"It would be impossible for me to write about Jims Greek Tavern in some singular, didactic way and have it bear any resemblance to the truth. It was..."
Alex Campbell
"I've been going to Jim's Greek Tavern for close to 15 years and enjoy it every time. Yes it's different and doesn't have a menu and seems a little..."
Saramazzaglia
"Nick was fantastic but the guy organizing seating at the front of house was incredibly rude! Food was great and traditional. FYI- BYO only...."
Taylah
"Food was good. I loved that there was no menu with prices... we put full trust into the workers and chefs. Make sure you're aware of this if you..."
The Notorious Masked Bandit
"Jims never really fails to disappoint! I'm not sure if it's the 80's decor, the angry old Greek waiters arguing with one another or the great food..."
GStram
"Food awesome, service awesome, venue awesome, some patrons can be awful as there rude and abrupt and have no consideration for anybody else, but..."
Troy Williams
"Great authentic Green food with authentic serice. Everything was delicious. The athmosphere was quite rustic, but lovely...Try the grilled fish..."
Ben
"You don't go here if you want silver service and smiling faces. This is where you let the staff choose your meal and let them do what they do best,..."
Luke
"Love this place, just been there tonight and I want to come back already. Freshest seafood I have had in a restaurant. Never been to a Greek..."
Jaline Antonio
"Really fun restaurant with great authentic greek food! The servers just bring what they think you’d like to the table and it does not..."
Harriet Daisy
"Welcome to Greece!! Jim’s Greek Tavern is a great, authentic Greek tavern where they play old Greek music and have no menu. After bringing some..."
George Slavchev
"The food is always amazing, time & time again. Took my son for the first time, he was in love with everything! Definitely need to try this one. ..."
Joe Campisi
"Amazing! 5 person banquet is more like for 7 people.....so bloody full 😁 Seafood, fresh bread, dips, lamb, chicken..... Just delicious..... Staff..."
Trav Harry
"03042022 Lazarus looked after the front and he was a gun and funny. A restaurant that cooked what you order in a Greek way and the vibes takes you..."
Maria T
Chalawan
80/100 (119 ratings)
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"Had an extremely wonderful dinner at this place. We were a group of 6 plus 3 kids and although the sitting was quite tight it didn't stop us from..."
Brunching
"This is some seriously tasty, fragrant, yummy food. The prawns and kingfish enters were great, the pork belly was good and the beef cheek green..."
BlueberryHill
"I love this restaurant. As far as Thai goes in Fitzroy, this is definitely the most authentic, and yet it still fits in as a Melbourne restaurant...."
Joshua Moore
"The ambience is modern and relaxed. Designed by Studio Equator, the beautiful space is anchored by the reptilian central bar covered in scale-shaped..."
Gastrology
"Incredible. If you're after a place for a relatively quiet bar-setting date with drinks and amazing tapas styled dishes, Chalawan is a fantastic..."
Nomafoodic Chipineats
"Surprised by the poor reviews below considering this one of the best Thai meals I have ever eaten! We did end up over ordering (a little..."
Keith Lawrence
"We are regulars here and every visit to Chalawan was always a great experience for us. The food was really good and the service was always friendly...."
Aim A
"I went there following my friend's suggestion and it wasn't disappointed me at all.I have been trying many thai restaurants in Melbourne as..."
Sweet_tooth_bo_boo
"I first came here because the recommendation from a friend and decided to come back as the food was really amazing. Also, the service was really..."
NoCapsicumPlease
"The food here was fantastic!! I'm Thai and it s not easy for me to find authentic Thai food in Melbourne. I wohad say most of Thai restaurant not..."
Bom Wasin
"As in any good Thai establishment, aromas of coconut and the sweetness of basil greet await as you enter Chalawan. The versatility of the humble..."
Veg&TwoMeat
"We came here fire dinner on a Friday evening and ordered the duck larb, beef cheek curry and stir fried mushroom dish. They were all super yummy. The..."
Jikon Lai
"We walked past and decided to give this place a try. It's quite small, so we decided to sit at the bar. The cocktails we tried were quite strong, so..."
Elonie
"Came here on a Tuesday night. There was only one table occupied but a few more people walked in when we were there. Their meat is not free range..."
I. D.
"Had a great night out with the girls there a few weekends ago! Tried every cocktail on the menu and you would too as they are Delicious! Food was..."
Vika
"Great Thai food and Cocktails, real authentic and fresh. If you know Thai food well you know this place is doing everything right and detailed.  We..."
Nextstep Inter
"Love this place! Really delicious Thai food in a nicely fit out restaurant. Nice place for a dinner date or with a group of friends. Great..."
Barbs Blarbs
"Excellent place to hangout and relax at night. I went there 2 times.All of staffs were friendly and service minded. They recommended me some..."
Bui
"More interesting than your standard suburban Thai restaurant with a giant drinks menu. Only two vegetarian options but it's not a huge menu..."
Iris Myandowski
"Ocean trout curry.. awesome Lobster pad thai.. awesome Barstaff..... awesomeSmall and easy to miss but definitely check..."
Jamie Dendle
"Had a great experience here and opted for ordering ala carte. The food was fantastic and would highly recommend the cocktails. Definitely a place to..."
Shehani De Mel
"The combination of quality ingredients and an east-meets-west vibe was a constant throughout the dishes we had tried. I'm quite picky when it comes..."
Theycallmemaggie
"Had a few glasses of wine at Marion... Met a friend after work. A couple of cocktails @ Black Pearl.... We planned to research a dinner spot, but it..."
Dougie Thompson
"Northern Light has made way for the king. Chalawan, the crocodile king, to be exact. Chalawan isn’t the place for traditional Thai. It’s..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"There’s a new crocodile king on Smith Street and his name is Chalawan. Opening its doors a few months ago, Chalawan is a cosy, contemporary..."
The Plus Ones
"There’s a new crocodile king on Smith Street and his name is Chalawan. Opening its doors a few months ago, Chalawan is a cosy, contemporary..."
Ashanie Mekhala Perera
"Really surprised about the low ratings here. Food was absolutely delicious. Staff were very friendly. We had beef cheeks, pork belly and ocean trout..."
Travman
"Chalawan is the latest baby on the block which has been opened for a few weeks and serves modern Thai cuisine in a rocking venue. When you step..."
Linnie Eats All The Food
"I don't understand why this restaurant has a low rating,is that because it is pretty new ? Well, I came here with a friend and we find the food..."
Bon Bon
"Super lovely staff and tasty food. Really Interesting and original cocktail menu that aligns well with the food menu.  Cool space. Will be back for..."
Rich
"Really interesting and flavoursome Thai food- a lot more complex than your typical Thai restaurant. Is in between easy tiger and jinda thai...."
Jmk
"Sensational food, great cocktails, friendly staff. Had Scallops for starter,then The Beef Cheek curry and the banana ice cream!! You will be in..."
Giinko Tk
"Best Thai food in Melbourne , really love it especially the banana ice cream . Would love to come back one day. Good place for tasting some..."
Kevin Cai
"Lovely attention to detail, great staff, good beer and fab food, esp the desert- banana ice cream - will return for sure one day..."
Emily-Ann Nash
Lemon Middle & Orange
79/100 (608 ratings)
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"Great fit-out, staff are awesome and vibe is always buzzing. Menu is a refreshing twist on your stock standard Melbourne items. They serve Niccolo..."
James Harry
"First time visit and everything was AMAZING!! The coffee, the friendly service and the poke bowl was the best one i have ever had!! Very filling..."
JR Rique
"Very friendly interaction immediately with waiting staff and then pleasantly surprised by very flavoursome latte and delicious Moroccan chicken with..."
Sylvia Tai
"Delicious food, broad menu, wonderful dining space and friendly staff. Prices were average for cafes in the area. My only qualm would be that the..."
Nick X Thomson
"Dropped in here as the car is in the shop close by. Unassuming cafe located in an industrialesque warehouse, very inner Melbourne.Had the..."
Tim Heng
"Beautiful coffee and the sandwiches are on point. Service can be a bit slow at times but it's worth waiting for a good coffee. Keep up the good..."
Bianca Jenal
"This cafe is down a one way street and very inconspicuous, the staff are friendly and attentive but not all over you. Menu is small but well put..."
Bella
"Dropped in for a takeaway coffee today and was impressed that despite the long line - coffees are pushed out quickly and in the end what would..."
Kimberley Leggett
"Loved this place! Great breakfast, coffee and service. I had the smashed avo and hot chocolate, both were made wonderfully. I enjoyed the friendly..."
Shivani Manoharan-Perera
"Great food with friendly service. I am a coffee snob, extremely hard to please in that department but the coffee was excellent. Will definitely be..."
Amandeepsingh412
"I'm not aware of how the place used to be as I went there for the first time recently. The food tasted delicious and the service was first class!..."
Kartik Ayyalasomayajula
"The place has definitely changed from the last owners. Better environment inside and out, great customer service, friendly staff and the food is..."
Wishna
"Before I came here I heard a lot of bad things about this Cafe. Today I went there and was impressed - positively! The service was super nice and..."
Nathalie No
"We (3 people) went to LM&O for lunch today and were very happy with the meals and the cheerful friendly service. The selection of meals met with our..."
Bruce Robb
"Artistic interiors surround the space possibly owing to the fact that the site used to be a paint factory. My soy flat white and five grain porridge..."
Nithya Nagarajan
"I love the food here, pulled pork roll is my favourite, I've never had a bad coffee  either, staff are lovely.  Hip without being hipster, so even..."
Sophie Drake
"Just had a take away coffee here the other day but it was fantastic. Really nice specialty coffee. Really pretty inside too! Staff were friendly and..."
Peter Silver
"Been a fan of LMO for a while, exposed brick and nice clean wood finish couples the good quality food and coffees. Probably the best local cafe for..."
Brunch Gaz
"This place is easy to miss unless you know what you are looking for. Really enjoyed the wide open space of the cafe and even though it is packed you..."
Hello. Imnikki
"Amazing simple food done well. Eggs always cooked to perfection, beautiful interior design. Friendly staff and amazing brown bread. Food..."
KerriAnne McConville
"“Wedged comfortably between industrial warehouses, an architecture firm above and adjacent to an auto shop is a cafe called Lemon, Middle & Orange...."
Brunch Addict
"Lemon, Middle and Orange sits in a very unlikely location. Occupying the building that was once Goodlass Wall Paint Co, it’s on a narrow one-way..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"I love this place, the interior design is especially good. Food and baked goods are well presented and delicious. There is also a fabulous outdoor..."
Crdav1
"you head to lemon, middle & orange. on the most unassuming narrow street in collingwood, i never would have looked to find this place if not for the..."
Eat.more
"The food here is really good, beautiful breakfasts. Service is pretty good, only downfall was that I made a booking and arrived on time and our table..."
Maikki Ryl
"Service with a Smile. Regardless of how busy they are, the staff here are always friendly and attentive - I love this place. The food isn't as 'out..."
Melbournefoodaddict
"i was recently involved in a photoshoot at rokeby studios  who recommended ‘lemon middle + orange’ for our catering for the shoot. i only got a..."
Inlovewithbrunch
"Yumm!!!. The crocquet was excellent and the coffee with pistachio tea cake was also good....next time must try the peanut butter french..."
Tony T
"Awesome coffee tucked away!. Love this joint - great coffee, awesome..."
Dishpiglets
"This is a lovely place. I enjoy their breakfasts. They are GF friendly. Their chai latte is fabulous. Their coffee is good and their service is..."
Drew Goodrich
"Always Amazing. Back again today...boy the cafe is not so hidden anymore, it just keeps getting busier and busier. Once again, the staff are..."
JR
"Great little fit out and place. Had the special lamb croquettes with poached eggs which was amazing. Will come back again for..."
Birdman
"Just stumbled across this gem and I'm so glad I did, such a wonderful space. Amazing fitout complimented by great food, the staff are lovely and..."
Anthony G
"I can not get enough of this cafe from the beautiful fit out,to the glistening coffee machine,right down to the mouthwatering food and attentive..."
Mags Lawless
"Fabulous restaurant, with excellant food & customer service. Will certainly be making a return..."
Lisa Gaughan
"Delicious fantastic. Fantastic catering option for those using Rokeby Studios. Easy to deal with Via email. Quinoa salad + pulled pork rolls were a..."
Inlovewithbrunch
"One of the best in Melbourne. Excellent food and fantastic..."
David Coltman
"The food was fantastic but my experience was let down by poor service. We came in on a Wednesday afternoon with only a few other tables taken. No one..."
Simon Holt
"Great Atmosphere and Friendly Staff. Awesome food, the croquettes of the day are always amazing. The cafe usually has a single origin coffee that is..."
Sarahbrockmann
"Comfy, and good eats and coffee. A comfortable place to spend a little time. Tables not too close nor decked out in esoteric fitzroy hipster ville..."
The Oracle
"Unbelievable. The food is amazing. So tastey. I'll be back here..."
Nick
"Will definitely be back. I had a major case of food envy here - I decided to build my own brekky and, while still good, I couldn't help but eye off..."
SJMelbgirl
"Delicious breakfast if black pudding colcannon and soda bread. Friendly service from a very helpful staff and a Relaxed atmosphere in lemon middle..."
LoMac
"Amazing. This cafe was a great find, hidden down an industrial lane of Collingwood!! I had the Croquettes which I recommend to try, they were..."
Kellie Keegan
"Fantastic!. Great food. Lovely vibe...a hidden treasure. We come here often.5/12/2015 This place used to be our regular breakfast place but..."
Lifecycle
"Best cafe I've been to in Melbourne. This is hands down the best cafe I've visited in Melbourne. It's not often that you come across a restaurant..."
Michellecallanan20
"Funky..."
Ben 001
"Creative, outstanding. One of the best in Melbourne. Love, a food..."
Erika
"Relaxed, Delicious - will be back. This place is a Gem. Comfy, relaxed seating. Great coffee.I had the pulled pork and it was so full of..."
Em2024
"Yum yum. Croquettes was yummy. Salmon is not thinly sliced which is a nice change and original. Clean fresh fit out. Added bonus coffee was..."
Amber B
"Great fitout, great coffee, delicious breakfast items! Waffels were cute & well played. Black pudding & colcannon-LEGENDS-it's a hangover breaky..."
Maddie
"We were a party of five, we all had different meals and we were all very happy with our meals, probably one of the best meals we've had all..."
Melissa Smith
"The sweet corn & quinoa porridge was..."
Kim
"Great coffee, great service, really friendly staff. Breakfast sliders are really..."
Friend Or Foe
"Visited for breakfast this morning, was expecting it to be flat out but we got a table promptly. Greeted with a warm welcome. Menu is unique with..."
Sweetlikesugar
"Loved the decor, service was very attentive and friendly, kitchen was super organised and professional. Had the waffles with caramelised banana and..."
Yumyummo
"Yum!. This place is really great, different menu, great space and awesome coffee. The black pudding and soda bread was totally..."
Celine Waters
"The service, food & coffee were great! :) The Irish influence of the menu is a great change to the eggs & bacon you see at every cafe. I had the..."
Kristina-F
"Had an amazing brunch here. Service, food and coffee were all superb. I had the black pudding and it was the perfect texture and didn't have that..."
Mtpr
"...the banana waffles with bacon, the green bean salad with poached egg and the smoked salmon with fennel salad. The green beans usually comes with..."
Joanna Chan
" I totally loved breakfast at Lemon, Middle and Orange. There's plenty of good happening already, and I can only hope they can keep it up once cover..."
Ashley
"...quite a few gluten free options for both breakfast and lunch, and usually at least one gluten free sweets option in the cabinet (like a cupcake or..."
Glutenshmooten
Aka Siro
79/100 (2271 ratings)
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"This place is absolutely amazing! Everything was spot on! Great staff and delicious..."
Liliana Pasán
"Intrinsic EATing whilst in Melbourne. Be prepared to wait as seating is communal but constant. Thickly sliced Salmon Sashimi with wasabi and..."
Josephine Mulipola
"Bustling atmosphere and delicious food. It's dangerous sitting at the service counter - everything that is dished up looks sensational so you just..."
Gavin Collopy
"I absolutely love everything about this place. Super delicious food, friendly staff, and nice..."
Marcellina Putri Marzully
"One of my all time faves. Love this..."
Melissa Charlie Brown
"Delicious food, great service, staff very friendly. Really enjoyed the staff conversing amongst themselves and with native customers in Japanese,..."
Rick Cuddy
"Excellent service, homely atmosphere and fantastic food..."
Rose Chan
"Service was excellent. Staff were friendly. Food was beautifully presented. I could easily make a habit of dining..."
Judith Napier
"So minimalist, so chilled out and great food!!! Will be coming back again and..."
Sandy Edmond
"Another amazing night at one of Melbourne’s truely authentic Japanese restaurants.. And a wonderful menu to boot. Treat yourself your taste buds..."
Darius Dezen
"One of my faves. Everything on the menu is..."
Luan Ngo
"Tonight we had tapas menu.. Amazing..."
Gianluca Bocci
"It's rare to find, but when you do find a real authentic Japanese restaurant you know it is going to be good. This is definitely one of those places...."
Mike Ramensky
"Wonderful taste mix making me more more hungry and wanna order more!!!..."
Jacque Chan
"Insta: melbfoodie_markYT: MelbFoodieMark** Check them out for more food reviews in Melbourne!-One of my favourite restaurants..."
Melbfoodie_mark
"Beat japanese hot food in melbourne...."
Jieun Ha
"I love love love love this place so much! The best Japanese home-cook place ever - very authentic. Only one page of food menu but everything is..."
Momojojo
"I love Aka Siro’s! Their speciality is the teishoku – set lunch meal which includes a dish of your choice, bowl of miso soup, salad and unlimited..."
AngeLuvFood8
"We waited almost an hour for Aka Siro but it didn't seem to bad because concept of a visible wait list also made it very..."
Jasmine
"This is by far one of the best Japanese restaurants I've been to in Melbourne. The moment you step through the door and greeted by the staff, you're..."
ABC Eats🍜🍙🍩
"This place is the secret tunnel to Japan - your authentic Japanese experience starts the second you step into this cozy restaurant in Collingwood...."
Eat_Sleep_Repeat
"This small place offering Japanese food is very lovely. The food is authentic Japanese. Be sure to try the Gyu Teki Teishoku and the Agedashi..."
Val
"My favourite Japanese cafe in Melbourne! A must visit for good quality Wagyu beef and chicken karage! The Higarashi specials are a tasty option too...."
Sarah Quek
"A small cozy Japanese restaurant at Collingwood. Went there for Saturday lunch and it was a little bit of wait to get seated. Ordered wagyu..."
Eatwithbonny
"We waited for half an hour to get a group table. Well worth the wait. Excellent service and great foodie experience..."
Paul J Fisher
"This place, is as good as it gets for classic japanese casual dining. The cocktails are damn good, the food is good. The only thing is that it can be..."
John M
"Aka Siro which means red and white and is a simple eatery in Collingwood. The food is simple,homey and it gives you a taste of Japan! The menu is..."
M3lissa____
"Very lovely place, warm and cozy atmosphere, family style Japanese dishes, very cute they wrote the specials on the pot lid, the tofu and curry we..."
FoodieInMel
"Visited Aka Siro for dinner and it always a pleasant dining experience with them. The restaurant is small but the food is outstanding and a little..."
Cindy
"This is one of my favourite Japanese restaurants in Melbourne Taste so authentic and delicious for sure!Should try it whenever you're in..."
Emerensiana Vitalis Handoko
"5 stars for the most delicious Sunday lunch at Aka Siro. Absolutely love the cosy, warm ambience. A slight wait (30min) for our table which was worth..."
Nina Lily
"I crave for genuine, homey Japanese food once in a while - not sushi/sashimi, but the kind of teishoku (set meal) and kobachi (small dishes) that one..."
Usagi
"Bring on my carnivore instincts. The Teki beef steak was fabulous. My friend had the cheese and ham katsu which she said was soooo tasty. Literally,..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"this is definitely one of my fav places in melbourne. been here many many timeshomey japanese foodgyu teki beef steak, salmon..."
Jonathan Ong
"Great food and ambience. Good quality food for a reasonable price. Recommend the beef steak dish and the king prawn. The place is small inside and..."
GoMelbS
"I always come back to have a feel of Japan. Their beef and karage chicken are one of the highlights. Not forgetting their katsu curry and daily set..."
Xiaoqin Samantha
"Have you ever felt so willing to give a business your money?We’ve been dining here every weekend for months during their lunch..."
Jessica
"Highkey my favourite Japanese restaurant in Melbourne. All their dishes are amazing, but I especially like their karaage and teriyaki hamburg! Their..."
Kelly Effendi
"My partner and I attended Aka Siro on a Thursday night and it had a real nice vibe, it felt like we were back in Japan. The food and service were..."
Nick Galofaro
"I love everything of this restaurant: the food, the portion of each dish, the vibe, the decoration and location. Thanks for a delicious..."
Phuong Anh Ngoc Do
"Aka Siro in Collingwood. Nice Japanese restaurant and only open from Thursday to Sunday. Nice ambience and friendly staff with good service. Open..."
Steven Gu
"Very busy on weekend. The seating is quite tight due to the small size of the shop. Food and drinks are excellent with unlimited rice. Service is..."
Bui Thao
"I love this place! The decor and small area reminded me of a cosy home. The food was amazing, each dish was flavourful and made me want more. Alhough..."
Carynn
"I loved this place. I've been want to go for ages and finally went. Can't recommend enough. It's small and quaint, and the food and experience is..."
Kotix
"Such a hidden gem in the back streets of Collingwood. Aka Siro is the perfect spot for an authentic home cooked Japanese experience. Definitely try..."
AlwaysHungryForMore
"Always love coming here at lunchtime for some traditional Japanese Home Cooked dish 🍱🇯🇵.My favourite to order is always the..."
Little Picky Very Hungry
"Very homie Japanese restaurant,really enjoy the atmosphere there, very causal ! I’m a fan of curry, this curry is a bit salty than others, but if..."
Juneren
"The food is delicious.  Very close to being authentic, in a great setup.  The place is very busy but the food was still fairly quick.The..."
Bobby
"Oishī Tabemono !Akasiro is deserving of its high rating but please don’t be fooled into equating that as a fine dining establishment...."
Robocop
"A small but busy restaurant. My coworker and I arrived around 12:20 on a Friday and we were lucky enough to nab two seats that had just finished. We..."
Nom Monster
"A  little slice of Japan in Collingwood - ambience was reminiscent of dining in Japan from the interior design to the chefs in the kitchen...."
Obie
"My partner took me here for dinner. We were seated at the bar on stools. This is a cute little Japanese restaurant serving tapas style dishes...."
Timinmelbourne
"Had the karaage special and it was yum. Very traditional and made me feel like I'm in Japan. Only reason I did not give a 5/5 is because serving size..."
Melissa Wong
"First time come here for dinner,small japanese restaurant and love the positive vibes around it. Remind me of the authenticity of local japan..."
Bite The Looks By BHA
"Finally got a chance to visit over the long weekend. We were early and waited at another cafe. Before 12pm a lot of people started lining up. We were..."
One.hungry.girl10
"A small restaurant where you can eat authentic Japanese food!!I would be a regular customer if here is close to my house.Ordered Higawari..."
Chai
"Nice, authentic Japanese food in a japanese setting. Between the 4 of us we ordered the meat dishes (4 dishes) and rice. Portion sizes are okay, but..."
APoddy Belly
"So authentic and fresh!! The Katsu curry was just done perfectly! Definitely coming back for more. Tiny venue, so not super comfy and only takes..."
Linda
"Went to Aka Siro and tried their famous Kara-age Teishoku & Sumomo (soda + ume drink). They were great! Kara-age was crunchy & not too oily, and that..."
Stepo
"Loved this gem! We visited on Sunday during lunchtime. We ordered the ham katsu, mix fry and chan chan yaki teishoku..All of them were hearty and..."
.rednosekuma
"The best Japanese restaurant I have tried in Melbourne! Best deep fried chicken as well! A lot of yuzu dishes which I absolutely love! How I wish I..."
Rosie
"Japanese Restaurant tucked away in a corner in Collingwood. Excellent food, very friendly staff. Still very traditional which makes it authentic...."
MelbFood
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: I loved the vibes of this place, it feels very authentic and the staff are so welcoming. 🍩Lizzie..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Cute small Japanese joint in the back streets of Collingwood. My pork cutlet katsu curry was fairly generous, curry tasted homemade, the cutlet was..."
RoamingEats
"Have been recommended by friends to check this place out. Came here for lunch and got a seat by the counter. Wait staff was not that attentive as he..."
ElCompass
"It was our first time visiting. We're pretty skeptical about the rating.But! After the meal, I have to say they deserve it.The staffs are..."
Cheng YuLing
"one of the best japanese restaurant in melbourne, the quality never drop and it feel like eating at home. Really nice for lunch, i haven't try dinner..."
David
"Cute little restaurant tucked in a side street in collingwood. Fresh quality ingredients with simple effective combinations of traditional japanese..."
FlavourFavours
"My little brother is always picky with food and can hardly finish any brunch food that we share with him. Brought the family to Aka Siro today, LO..."
Jeanajoy285
"Cute cafe and reminds me of Japan. The food is good and close to what you would get in Japan. Lunch on Saturday was busy and crowded. Customer..."
Cathy
"I love the interior of this restaurant! It seems that we are dining at Japan. The food was amazing, the service was very warm and welcoming too...."
Vendy Foo
"Little Gem in CollingwoodExcellent service and pride in food. The flavours were balanced and well thought out and maintained the integrity of..."
Judith Pimentel
"Food: - Teriyaki Hamburger Teishoku: 2 beef+pork patties and heaps of different types of vegetable (green beans, sweet potato, eggplant,..."
IsaH
"One of the best Japanese eatery I have ever tried. All the cookings were tasted like authentic Japanese, clean and delicate flavors. Had a lunch here..."
Ferry Gondo
"Great little place with fantastic staff!! Quite busy on a Saturday night but managed to get a table for five. The menu had a great variety of options..."
Loz Arthur
"I was here last weekend for lunch. Queued for 30 minutes cos it was no empty seat left.I ordered kara~age curry, and i really love it. The..."
V3R0
"The restaurant has a family feel (not fancy at all), the food is not as salty as some of the other mid-priced Japanese restaurants. Although I'm not..."
Alice
"Nice food but nothing special ! Limited vegetarian options. Very small dining area and sharing this area with kitchen makes the restaurant a bit..."
Zomatoaddict
"We arrived at the restaurant at 12.10pm for lunch on a Sunday and the place was already packed. We still managed to get a counter seat. Service was..."
Hangry Horace
"This place remind me of small cozy family restaurants appeared in so many Japanese TV series! The food all taste fresh and delicious. You can feel..."
Durianne
"Small place that serves amazing and honest food with a great service. Everything that we tried was incredibly good and walked out wanting to visit..."
Pablo Ruiz Andujar
"Oh my god have been here twice and-Amazing !Awesome authentic vibe, very cosy- efficient service Great sake 😍😍And holy wow..."
Frances Mona
"I highly recommend coming here and giving it a try. This is authentic and well priced food. decor is cozy and stylish. I want to go back to try..."
Minimoo
"The restaurant serves the Japanese authentic cuisine located in Collingwood, Peel street.The place was pretty small but cozy. The interior design..."
Jeffry
"DELICIOUS!!! 😋😋This is my favourite Japanese restaurant in Collingwood! It is authentic, fresh and hits the spot every time! My..."
Jiji
"DELICIOUS HOMEY JAPANESE FOOD!!Yes yes yes!!! You most definitely should try this place. I almost always order their gyu-teki! The interior..."
Jean
"Highly rated Jap restaurant for good reason - it's a really quaint and unassuming shop on Cambridge St and the food is made with care. Ideal to make..."
Good Food, Good Mood
"Thought it was a nice cosy place with pretty yummy food. Though I must say that it was rather expensive and the servings aren't very big. The food I..."
Sotasty
"I've been walking past this sweet little Japanese restaurant for years without even noticing it's there. There is only one vegetarian main (tofu and..."
Iris Myandowski
"Beautiful food, beautiful location. Have visited many times and has always retained quality. Friendly staff and solid service. Highly recommend..."
Flo May
"Aka siro has always been one of my favourite and go-to places for japanese food. It gives a homey vibe as it serves their humble and affordable..."
Eliza T
"If there’s one common thread running through our meal at Aka Siro, it would have to be the light and delicate nature of each dish. Though each had..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"The atmosphere, customer service and food is really great. Honestly very minimalistic and just good quality ingredients. Take note: specials come on..."
HonestAsian
"If you haven't tried aka siro, you've got to check it out. This review is purely about their lunch menu, but since they opened a few years ago, they..."
Yuan Diego
"On a Thurs only the tapas and the regular dessert menu is available. There's no sake _menu_ but if you describe what you're looking for, they'll find..."
Lioslaith
"Really good! Great service, great food. One gripe is that we ordered the two pork belly dishes expecting chunks of pork belly. Instead, it was more..."
Telyawhat
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JZY
"Been here so many times, this authentic Japanese little restaurant is amazing. My favourite dishes are the Navy curry - the best one in Melbourne!..."
Tuck Tuck
"Two of us had 3 smalls, 2 mains n a salad. We had miso soup too. Everything was so tasty, loved every dish! The ginger cocktail I had was also very..."
Snow
"Nice small japanese restaurant, big portion and good quality food. Love coming here for lunch! too bad they dont accept cards, remember to always..."
Yuxi Chen
"Excellent, authentic modern Japanese food. It's like a little restaurant you'd stumble upon down an Alley in Tokyo... Well run and lots of soul in..."
Michael Dunn
"Magnificent. Service, food, atmosphere - all perfect. Cannot be faulted. Love it. Love it. Love it. Broccoli and ricotta is pure genius. Did I say..."
Tigerland
"Thursday tapas win! Hubby and I shared 5 tapas dishes (including 2 specials - meatballs and fish) and I'm already raring to go back for more! Fish..."
Shimona
"Lovely little Japanese restaurant. Stepped into the shop and it felt like I was back in Japan. Had the Higawari Teishoku, which is the three dish..."
Super Soba
"Went dinner with my family.If you guys wanna find some authentic Japanese cuisine you must try this one!We ordered Barramundi, Salmon, some..."
Capcimen
"Two of us came just before a gig, they picked 5 dishes for us to share plus two drinks. We loved it all - Dishes like the eggplant and..."
Ronnie
"Dinner are served tapas style for sharing, recommend reservations. I've been to akasiro so many times and they never disappoint. They constantly..."
Jodie Poh
"Had dinner at Aka Siro last Saturday night with my wife, we both really liked this place - calm, friendly atmosphere, genuine Japanese restaurant,..."
Chris Shearer
"Feb 2017 update:We pushed our score to a yummy 4.5!This is the first time we tried their dinner menu and we were very impressed with the..."
Luke And Hannah
"Great meal, lovely service and excellent drinks. The fried chicken was crisp and perfectly balanced with the cabbage salad. The eggplant was tender..."
Frog
"Nothing pleases me more than finding a quaint little hiding spot glowing with charm and pleasant surprises. I’ve lived in Collingwood a little..."
Donutsam
"I had a higarawi tesuko which was trio of eggplant, deep fried chicken and baked potato with cheese. The meal came with miso soup and a bowl of..."
Goji
"Walked past this place couple of times, been wondering if they are another westernized Japanese eateries like the others surrounded. Well I am glad I..."
Bribe My Reviews W GoodFood
"This would be one of my favorite new restaurant/café. I ordered the gyu-teki teishoku which was cooked to perfection. The special secret sauce..."
Tom
"Came across this place today and it was a great find! The food was really different and really good. Service so friendly, nothing was a problem and..."
Foodlover12
"Hot trending restaurant offering Japanese home cook eating experience. Nothing fancy or pretentious food, they are all humble japanese home food..."
Ferolen
"Have been wanting try out this place for a while. Had lunch there today, but sad to hear the gyu-teki was unavailable, settled for the karage, which..."
Maria
"Always a go to place for a great Japanese meal! Their Gyu-teki Teishoku (beef scotch fillet) would have to be my favorite dish. The beef is always..."
Nom Nomz
"Simply the very best teishoku styled meals at Aka Siro. My absolute favourite Japanese diner in Melbourne. Here, you don't get delicately..."
Tony
"I wish I could rate Aka Siro higher than 5.0/5.0. I can't fault it in the slightest. Every dish is perfect. This is Japanese at it's finest. Cheap,..."
Lauren Shay
"I've been to this restaurant twice, and it never fails to amaze me! The food itself is simply delicious. In addition, you can eat the rice as much as..."
Peifinna Pangestanu
"Came here on a Thursday night (around a month ago) not realising it was tapas Thursday but we were keen to still try it any way. It's a small and..."
Quynh
"Collingwood harbours some of the best examples of certain food types available in Melbourne, and for Teishoku styled, set meals, Aka Siro is no..."
MSY123
"Great retro Japanese ambiance. We went for dinner & it was fully booked. After few minutes we given a small counter table. Japanese homely food with..."
MelbfoodCritic
"My new favourite place! The experience was perfect from start to finish. Service was exceptional, food was amazing and wine was also really good...."
Kate
"My favourite go to place when I'm not sure what to eat. It's Japanese food but maybe not as you know it. Nice and casual, home cooking, it's..."
Laurie
"Love the food ! Especially fried chicken! So tender and full of flavour and yet no greasy feel. Suggest to put in eftpos. Will be visiting again...."
CL
"Visited this little gem on a Thursday night for their tapas menu, and will definitely be back to try the full menu. The tasty little morsels were..."
Ab_cat
"Consistently great. Generous portions, super friendly service, cool atmosphere and a great selection of not stereotypical but still very Japanese..."
Steven Alexander Connors
"As soon as we sat down we were given some menus and a pot lid that had the daily specials written on it. We didn’t have to wait long for our food..."
DAMMIT JANET I LOVE FOOD
"I loved that the specials are written on a pot lid! What came after is a tasty, home style Higawari Teishoku, friendly service in a cozy setting...."
J0yy173
"What a charming little place! Delicious, flavoursome food in an cosy, authentic izakaya-style setting. Really enjoyed the dining..."
Meeateor
"Waiters were very friendly, food was served reasonably fast. We tried multiple dishes - the traditional fish and the steamed tofu were standouts, and..."
Annabelle Woo
"Amazing Japanese place, with delicious food and great service. Blue cheese and sweet potato; surprisingly works well together!!Plus they..."
Simon
"Wishes I had discovered this place earlier! Such incredibly delicious food! With a Special twist on Japanese food, share plates dinner, Great price-..."
Amimi
"been here just last night for the first time. very nice foods but such small portion, may need to order 10 dishes or more for 4 poeple , im..."
Tam Nguyen
"I Just left and I can't say how satisfied I am right now. The chicken karaage was amazing and as was everything else, filled with warmth and goodness..."
Tash Nastoilov
"Small restaurant and lots of staff means the staff are really attentive, service was excellent. Small portion sizes and relatively cheap price per..."
Benjamin Pian
"It's now one of my favourite Japanese restaurant in melbourne. The teishoku was delicious!! Nice environment and the staffs were very friendly...."
Nikuyama
"Food is always delicious, they do small plates which means you can try lots of things, and I like that the menu has some unique options I've never..."
FoodIsMyFavourite
"Absolutely love this place! It was highly raved about by a close friend of mine, and we decided to give this a shot. We ordered the chicken karage,..."
Rachel Tan
"Been driving past this place a few times. If not for the slight glow from the lights inside the restaurant and the many times where I've seen people..."
Big Eyes For A Big Tummy
"My Japanese friend told me it is really a good place to try the Japanese dishes and I live Japanese cuisine, so Last time my friend and I went here..."
Ran Zheng
"Dined in on a late Saturday afternoon. Place was busy, so we sat on the "bar" area, which was good as we got to see the chefs in action...."
Mistletoe
"Highly recommend this place especially during summer. Some dishes are simply amazing. Not in big portion but still filling. This is a cozy but yum..."
Reneeee
"Omg the food here is divine. Super authentic and affordable. I only wish it was open more lunch times in the week, than only Thurs and Friday, as..."
Claire
"Aka Siro has always been a favourite Japanese restaurant of mine. They serve different menu for lunch & dinner. Personally I prefer the lunch menu,..."
One Piggy & A Bear
"Tonight was the best night. My partner and I have had the best Japanese food in town. I don't even remember how many dishes did we order. 😊..."
Gaga K
"Great little Japanese place. We went on Thursday for dinner so the menu was Tapas style and every dish we had was great. I couldn't fault the food..."
Duncan
"Our air bnb host recommended this restaurant to us so we headed down. We were so happy to find such good food for such a great price ($25 each)! I..."
Jemma Atkinson
"Aka Siro, slightly off the hipster beaten track that is smith street bring back a feel of japan and quality eats, no complaints from me on anything..."
Steak Me Out
"Great home cooked japanese restaurant. a rare gem. I have been here twice and would really recommend to everyone. It is hearty food cooked with care..."
BD
"I love Japanese food and this is definitely the place to satisfied my taste buds! I orderd he chicken karage with bowl of rice. At first when i..."
Ellen Silvia Oetomo
"This. Is. Japanese. Food. This is not a western imitation of Japanese food, and you won't find the standard udon-ramen-katsu-sushi menu a lot of..."
Alex Caton
"Eat here, seriously. I never liked Japanese food, then I came here. I never wanted to go to Japan, then I came here. Best for lunch on a lazy Sunday,..."
Martin Newkirk
"“It’s good when food tastes good, it’s kind of like proof you’re alive.”― Haruki Murakami. Since I began working at what is seemingly my..."
Skinny Glutton
"Excellent honest Japanese food, homely ambience. Reminds me of a gem I found in Ueno, Tokyo. The curry here is bloody amazing. Perhaps the best..."
Finding Resonance
"Nice cozy small Japanese restaurant. The staff spoke Japanese, average service. The lunch menu was really simple, few special of the day wrote on the..."
Jianierrrrrr
"Reminds me of my time in Japan. Quick, fresh, friendly. Check out this nice cut of sashimi. The interior setting also threw me back to Osaka...."
Matthew Nigel Gillet
"So I'm in love with Japanese food, but this place is a winner because it's different. Don't expect your typical udon/sushi/teppanyaki, this cosy..."
Arthur Yim
"Love this place. Genuine japanese food. Great service. This place is small, and you may have to wait for a seat - but definitely worth it! The staff..."
The Beard Eats
"Casual, but very tasty and authentic Japanese food. Many set menus (teishoku) to choose from. My favourite is Gyu-teki teishoku (beef steak). It’s..."
Kefalonica
"Took a friend who was visiting from out of town here. Food was incredibly fresh, high quality, authentically Japanese, made with care, and delicious...."
Doran
"Good food. Food here is really great. Fresh ingredients prepared with care.Staff are friendly but there are room to improve in terms of..."
Aeroplane Jelly For Me
"Love it!. Been here for lunch and dinner. Both sensational! One of my favourite Japanese spots in..."
Taku
"Menu at Aka Shiro Reminds me of going to Japan when we visit Aka Shiro. I have been to Japan numerous times and love the food, the meticulous nature..."
The Peckish Connoisseur
"This small café situated on the corner of Peel St and Cambridge St was staffed by Japanese. Half its seating capacity was dedicated to bar seats,..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"The place has great character, the food is deliciously authentic, and the staff are courteous. Highly..."
Sheepish
"As soon as you enter you are greeted warmly, which is not unusual for Asian restaurants, especially the Japanese ones, but you can feel there is a..."
Secret Temple
"Love this place if there was coffee I would be here for lunch every..."
Crdav1
"This place is great! Light and airy, relaxed atmosphere and super friendly staff. Food was fresh and delicious with generous portions. Can't wait to..."
Prue Kasby
"Loved it!. We ate here for the first time last night and loved it! Staff are very friendly and the food was really good. Highlights were broccoli..."
Nicola Crisp
"Lovely for lunch. The interior and ambience of this restaurant is beautiful, and the staff are wonderful. We visited for lunch, and the food was very..."
Julycheee
"Very tasty, nice ambiance & friendly..."
Latte Jay
"Yep - ticks all the boxes. Inexpensive, fresh and delicious. We were here for dinner. Will be..."
Hoody
"Beautiful place. Wonderful food. authentic, home style Japanese ambience. Felt like we were in the back streets of Tokyo. Loved it and will be..."
Gabrielle Pestinger
"Just perfect. I literally just ate here with my girlfriend for lunch, and we have both decided that we adore this place. It's quiet and intimate, the..."
Jcapaul
"Always delightful. Been here for lunch a few times now and it's never disappointed. Food is tasty and of good quality, and portions are generous. I..."
Daz
"Japanese delight hidden in Collingwood. What a delightful surprise... This reminds me of the quaint little Japanese eateries I had the privilege of..."
Tastytasty
"Frikkin fantabulous. Visited for our third time last night and it did not disappoint. As a starter we had the salmon sashimi and oysters which were..."
Facebook User
"Delicious!. My bf and I love this place! We always order the karaage chicken dish and it is the best we've had in Melbourne! Keep it up guys! Look..."
SHYLOKeats
"Bloody hell, that is a good Tonkatsu!. I have now eaten here four times, three times and once for dinner. This place is as authentic as it gets from..."
Oz SituAsian
"Consistently excellent. One of Melbourne's most authentic Japanese restaurants, and authentic as in 'the kind of place you might actually find in a..."
Richard J
"Just Gets Better and Better. We just had the most wonderful dining experience at Aka Siro. Service was great and friendly : ) Food was absolutely..."
Grace Bull
"The only Japanese food in Melbourne made by Japanese! this is real Japanese food people, after living in Japan I came back to Melbourne trying to..."
K.S
"Genuine & cute. Simple and real. Lovely staff. Honest food. Nothing more I need from my local..."
Loveandmalbec
"Lunch. Excellent food, I had the pork belly omelet, delicious. Great service and food, everyone enjoyed the meal. Rice and miso included in price,..."
Daniel
"Loved it - Sat night izakaya tapas menu. Everything was well presented and tasted just like the izakaya bars in local Japan. Definitely a keeper!..."
Baahjaven
"Real Japanese teishoku in a open space similar to izakaya style. If you are looking for simple delicious Japanese set meal, this is the..."
Acky
"Yummy homestyle Japanese. Had a lovely lunch here. Attentive service with a smile and a warm atmosphere in the backstreets of Collingwood. The food..."
Hungrymoo
"Best Japanese in Melbourne. Aka Siro is consistently excellent. I go there around once a fortnight and have never been disappointed. I love going..."
Anon
"Great, light meal. We really enjoyed it. Had rice balls, pork belly and tofu. Delicious, nice ambience (early sitting Friday evening). Attentive and..."
Fifi
"This place reminded me of some of the Izakaya bars in Japan. Authentic, fresh, beautifully presented and delicious. The sake was top notch too. Will..."
Catherine Forge
"Mobile review. Not a hand roll in sight at this small open planned restaurant.The specials are written on old anodized aluminum saucepan..."
Brunny Girl
"Good authentic Japanese food. Price tag of $20 per set is on pricy side, but the dish has good flavor and portion of the food is adequate. I think I..."
Saysay
"Most delicious food I have eaten in ages! It is so beautifully presented and cared for. The dining room is warm and welcoming, staff very friendly...."
Ness
"Simple oh-so-good japanese. Where do I start? Hmmm, the amazingly friendly and attentive chef and staff? Or the cute little setting tucked away from..."
Kelvin Wong
"Good value Osaka-style Izakaya. Lunchtime main dishes come with rice & miso (home-made) included. Interesting fresh juices and side dishes ($3.50..."
JiroMiki
"Set to Impress. Aka Siro’s open plan kitchen is the focal point of the restaurant. Low laminated table are teamed with long bench style seats which..."
Nathaniel Stockley
"Most authentic Japanese in Melbourne. Before I say anything I just want to say I took photographs at this place and had absolutely no problems..."
Sofia Levin
"Nice afternoon brunch, very clean and simple, but warm n cozy, good service, fresh ingredients, comfortable seating. right..."
Love Food
"It's great to find somewhere doing authentic, deliciously simple Japanese cuisine. The char-grilled eggplant with miso component of my vegetarian..."
Nanza
"Can be pricy lunch but worth it!. It is not every day lunch for me since $18 is a bit pricy but the Tonkatsu set I had was super great and worth it...."
Kimba_the_possa
"Feel like you could be in a back street in Japan. Great vibe, great food. What more can you ask..."
EscargoMan
"Great Authentic Japanese food. Shared 3 dishes with sides which were all beautifully presented and very tasty. Staff were very friendly and helpful...."
NJ
"It's great to see this place just opened up. It's a lovely light-filled space with really friendly staff. I got there on a quiet Saturday and had a..."
Ro Man
"What a beautiful place! The food is so fresh and the people are so happy and friendly..."
Jimjams
"September 12, 2012 Aka Siro 106 Cambridge St, Collingwood, Melbourne, Australia (No phone Number) When we visited Mina-No-Ie we spotted this small..."
Piggyeatalot
"It's not every day an awesome cafe/restaurant opens in the building you live in, but today is that day, and it's a great thing. Akasiro is open, and..."
Mic Cullen
"So you think you’ve eaten Japanese food in Melbourne? I don’t doubt for a moment that Aka Siro serves the most authentic Japanese in the state;..."
Sofia Levin
"We both loved the detailed little touches in the Japanese cafe… from the rustic wooden benches, to the patterned blue cushions that we sat on, the..."
Fatboo
"Quiet pricey BUT the foods are awesome. Fresh sashimi. The pickle is awesome. Complexity of the dish compliment each others. Yes the foods were cold..."
Regina Siena (resatriel)
"Delicious and beautifully presented, but a bit..."
Jarek Głowacki
"The place has changed its format most likely due to covid. They only do takeaway bentos although you can always eat at the restaurant. Regardless,..."
Timur Nugroho
Hotel Jesus
79/100 (1371 ratings)
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"There’s not a lot of great Mexican food in Melbourne but Hotel Jesus is an exception. The fare is relatively “authentic” and contemporary and..."
Quince And Cheese
"We dined in social distancing style and had a fantastic evening, ordering is done through your phone to avoid contact but that doesn’t take away..."
Hungry Piksee
"There are 2 free parking spots around here. Make sure to secure your spot there before embarking on the deliciousness that is about to await you at..."
The Domestic Traveller
"Great service, amazing tasty..."
Food Fairy
"We came to Hotel Jesus - completely baited by the name of the restaurant haha.Ordered:🍗 Chicken Wings: agave, chilli, peanut salsa,..."
Jasmine
"I love Mexican food and this place does it justice. The person at the door (short cropped hair) was quiet rude and put us off but the food won us..."
Shalini Raj
"Great atmosphere, food and drinks. Love this place for a quick lunch/dinner or a boozy get together with friends. The tacos are unreal, would..."
Jake Harper
"A bit on the expensive side $150 for 3 adults and 2 kids - admittedly with 2 margaritas and 2 beers! Can’t fault their service, they found us a..."
Alan Tse
"Checked into Hotel Jesus earlier today for late Breakfast/Lunch. Finding the location was very easy, its literally steps off the 86 Route Tram so..."
Elizabeth Anguiano
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: one of my new found favourite Mexican restaurant in Melbourne. The fit outs is very unique and the staff are very..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Great taqueria, and probably the most authentic Mexican I’ve had in Melbourne. I love the eclectic interior, and the food is all quite good..."
Kate
"this place was fantastic! such a great atmosphere, a friend asked me to join her for a bite to eat and really, really enjoyed the ceviches they had..."
Dylan Delaney
"Great food, great service, the pastor tacos was great and the pork belly was amazing, made me remember Mexico that all. Also, the Jamaica water is..."
Montserrat Trejo
"Amazing food and the best margaritas ever!! Service was great and the staff can recommend some of the most tasty items. Can’t wait to go back..."
Kate P
"It was like a culinary trip to Mexico with their street tacos ! I loved every moment of my visit here.I can consider myself a taco expert and..."
Dona S
"I really loved this place!We went here for a friend's birthday on a Friday evening. We had a few things from themenu including tacos and..."
LifestyleByLily
"Went to Hotel Jesus with a girlfriend to celebrate Friyay. Started off with a lovely pina colada, girlfriend K was Hangry so we ordered a heap load..."
Piggyeatalot
"Came here for date night. Had heard good reviews from friends and my partner likes Mexican. This is Mexican with a bit of twist which I liked...."
Nanas
"Went out looking for a light fresh meal, ended up here and had a few of the ceviche dishes which were awesome and full of flavour. Staff were lovely..."
Troy
"Very cool place. Sharing is the key and you have to order a tequila shot chased down with spicy gazpacho. You place your own order on your order pad..."
Tish Piaser
"This Mexican Restaurant is located in a beautiful building have a amazing atmosphere, the food is very tasty , the staff is friendly but the price is..."
Diva Isabel Nebreda
"Great casual Mexican venue in Collingwood. Casual vibe and huge menu. Between two we shared the grilled corn, the guacamole with sweet potato chips..."
Kate Dougherty
"Spending time in Mexico last year caused me to be very picky with Mexican restaurants here in Melbourne. This is the closest to authentic Mexican..."
Sarahbranchy
"Very nice fit out, you feel like you’ve transported to Mexico. They have attention to detail everywhere, even on the plates. Menu is just..."
Good Food, Good Mood
"This place is awesome! The interior makes you feel like your in the heart of Mexico, the food was delicious, the fish taco was my absolute favourite..."
Meg
"Love the interior, they have definitely captured an authentic Mexican feel, as opposed to some eateries who stick Mexican cinco de mayo dolls..."
Split The Bill
"I walked past this place one night and put it down as a must try - I just liked the look and its commitment to its theme! We finally went last week..."
Fatcat
"The staff is good...and so is the service!! But it's not a very romantic setting to be ...I went in ,as it was featured in the romantic restaurants..."
Neegita Sharma
"The venue is fun, looks American for some reason but the food seems pretty authentically Mexican. Would highly recommend the quesadillas, anything..."
Natasha
"The fit-out is very cool . The whole 70s look. The service was great very friendly ... the tacos are so good especially the fish taco . The pawn..."
Sym
"The atmosphere is great and the service was even better as the staff had great personalities! The food was also pretty good but the sangria was a bit..."
Samantha Riely
"Love this casual, vibrant spot. Great place to go with a few friends for a no-pressure catch up. Fish taco is ok- a little dry,, to be honest. But!..."
Kwanzai
"yum yum yum!Pretty funky decor,  there were so many things I wanted to try on the menu but I didn't have enough space in my belly & it was..."
Nancypants Fancydance
"My friend and I went to Hotel Jesus for Taco Tuesday and we were really disappointed. My general thinking for Taco Tuesday is to get same tacos on..."
Kirsty Haggerty
"We came to Hotel Jesus for Mr W's birthday dinner.It's another one of those predictably pretentious places that refuse to take pre..."
Belle Eats Melbourne
"Came here for lunch and really enjoyed everything. I recommend the pork taco- the meat was so flavoursome. Will definitely come back to try the other..."
Thuyteeisaboy
"Went here with a group of friends on a Friday night after work. I would recommend booking because it gets very popular!Childishly, I found..."
Cocktails&Chocolate
"Fantastic atmosphere as it is very authentic and you don’t feel like you’re in Melbourne! The picture is a mix of chicken, beef and vegetarian..."
Kim S
"Tried out this lovely restaurant with a couple of friends and took advantage of their $2 taco Tuesday deal! Lovely place with good service... food..."
Foodlover12
"Food was amazing. Meat was juicy and flavours were incredible. Prices are good too, for such an authentic experience. I highly recommend, and I will..."
Valentina Castaldo
"I don’t understand the lackluster reviews about this place. My husband and I not only got married in Mexico, we have both also spent a lot of time..."
Pamela Ramali Lindstrom
"Delicious guacamole and some of the best beef tacos I’ve ever had. Definitely recommend the stuffed pepper with cheese and corn for something..."
JBigs
"We visited Hotel Jesus on the sabbath. A Mexican feast was had... All while a Mexican woman watched over us like a proud mother (turns out that she..."
YUM
"Tacos and a few bevvies! The wait time was long for a Thursday, but the tacos were delicious. A bit pricey for what you get though. But a solid..."
Gem
"Meh is really all to say about this place. Being the sister restaurant and having eaten at Mamacita I was really excited to try here, I was left..."
FlavourFavours
"Me and my boyfriend are both Mexican, and we recommend this place. The food is really good and the service is great. The place is really..."
The Food Critics
"Cool setting with lots of seating around tables and the bar. Attentive, helpful staff. Modest menu with more traditional style Mexican food on offer...."
Jade Tregoweth
"- Green Chorizo Taco- Suadero Taco- Al Pastor taco- Seafood Cocktail Ceviche- Al Pastor Quesadillas- Tuna TostadasI'm..."
KLLYXNG
"It's like mamasita 2017 edition! I loved everything about this place, from the corn to the fish tacos, to the Cesar salad and the mushroom..."
George David Michaelides
"My husband and I finally dined here last weekend after months of meaning to get in. After spending over a month in Mexico a few years back, this felt..."
Amara D'Wilde
"I love the vibe and decor of this restaurant and the food for the most part was good!My favorite dishes were the beef tartare, smoked tuna..."
Dinermelb
"This place is one of my favs and with great reason too! The food is super delicious and it's not fatty and heavy... everything on that menu is..."
Bonchikiwawa
"Food was tasty but a little small compared to other similar restaurants. Great decor and music and service was friendly even if meals came out slowly..."
Sarah Johnson
"An amazing Mexican-Australian hub with real Mexican food and vibe. This is a culinary jewel in the heart of quirky Collingwood. The menu is full..."
Elena Osalde
"Love the place; the food is delicious very authentic. MUST try the corn and ceviches!!! It's a lovely place with friendly staff. Highly..."
Mon
"Walked in and memories of Mexico came flooding back. Cheap but delicious fare. Chilli fries with black mayo was really interesting and worth trying...."
Comfy Chairs
"DO: The corn, the cocktails and one of each of the burritos, quesadillas and tacos. DON'T: Want to sit down, head to the right hand side..."
David Food Leasing
"Second time for me at hotel Jesus. The first time our food was pretty bad but the micheladas were great so we came back just for drinks and we gave..."
Predator
"We might have found our favourite Mexican place! We went at peak dining time and had to wait for a table, but it was absolutely worth it! Service was..."
The Frugal Cats
"Booked a table here on Friday night with 10 friends. Had the banquet menu which was both delicious and generous. Staff were great, cocktails were top..."
Jhart1756
"Mexican has long been one of my favourite cuisines and I have travelled and lived there quite a bit. As the self-proclaimed culinary capital of..."
J-Fo
"Food here was the best Mexican I have eaten. Lots of choices which are all well priced. Everything was delicious but my fave was the Al Pastor..."
FoodingAroundMelbourne
"Love the decor but not so crazy about having my drinks served in plastic. Service was great at the beginning but the last dish took waaay too long to..."
Frog
"The decor of this place is so pretty, very Mexican themed! Dishes are good, you'll need to order about 5 dishes for a good serving for..."
Hungry Koala
"I found Jesus! As it turns out, he lives in Collingwood and makes a killer fish taco!For a good hour today, my wife and I forgot that it..."
Sean Romero
"Tonight I tried a mezcal for the first time. It was a game changer. The ceviche, also a game changer. Taco's were outstanding and the corn was one of..."
Loz
"I love this place! Completely transported me to Mexico, both in decor and food. The Tostadas were simply amazing, best I've had outside Mexico. And..."
Lisa
"It's probably the best Collingwood restaurant to good with friends. Amazing decoration it really feels like you are in Mexico.The food it's..."
Brais Pena Sánchez
"Very cool Tostaderia in Collingwood. Nice fit out and diverse food and drinks menu. Food was really good but I felt a bit overpriced for the size. If..."
Simon Biddle
"I want to hate you but you're such attractive, albeit noisy, good fun. Can you tell from the shaky photos just how easily that sangria goes..."
Iris Myandowski
"After reading other reviews I went there expecting terrible service, but we still wanted to give this place a go. Glad we did! The service was great!..."
Ag
"There was no queue, we got a nice spot outside.Cool setting, delicious and easy to order street food. You order on a bit of paper..."
Chocolate E Claire
"Hotel Jesus says ‘Hola’, opening a bright Mexican tostaderia, on Smith St. This is the second venue from Mamasita’s Matt Lane and Nick Peters,..."
Hungrycookie
"So glad to find somewhere outside of Mexico that serves pastor - so delicious. The corn is to die for. Overall the food is really good, and the..."
Jasmi
"If you ask me however, the Green Chorizo Taco ($5) was the undisputed winner for the night. Green chorizo is traditionally not put into a casing, so..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"Great addition to Smith street, with an amazing tiled fit-out. The dishes were all extremely tasty, and the service was solid. Great atmosphere..."
Amos Rojter
"Went for lunch, loved the fit-out, food was excellent - like a bit more casual Mamasita. Had the cerviche tostada which was super tasty and a cpl..."
Simon
"If Ensada in Mexico's West and a diner from the 50s had a baby, it'd look like Hotel Jesus. Sitting conveniently at 'the Coles' end of Smith Street,..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"This place is like walking into a new age taco shop. The menu has pictures of the food which is very old school but was a nice touch. Regardless of..."
Finger Lickin
"Gloomy Sunday afternoon and we are in need of good cheer so we seek the spicy heat of Mexico and gather as a dining group of 4 at Hotel Jesus. It's a..."
Minda Barley
"This place has the following A+ elements :A+ for the interior and decor. Love love love it all! ..from top to bottom. From the diner style theme..."
Patsy
"I love Mamasita so when I heard that the team behind this fine dining Mexican joint would be opening a new venue I was overjoyed. Hotel Jesus is in..."
Tomas
"You could say I’d be a little bit cross if I didn’t check out the latest new addition to my barrio: Hotel Jesus, brought to you by the people who..."
Donutsam
"The owners of Mamasita take on Smith St with great results. I went with an expert in Mexican cuisine who picked the right dishes from the menu. This..."
Crispymelbreview
"Pretty cool retro looking place inside. Found it a little difficult to understand parts of the menu. Food was good and tasty service was good as..."
Krystal
"The best Mexican food I have had in Melbourne! It is authentic, spicy and delicious just like in MEXICO! The service was good and people really..."
Daniela Cortes
"Hotel Jesus have spent a bucket load  of money to come across as a  cheap  taqueria, but which  is a lot more self aware than your average mom..."
Honeylishuss
"This place was packed. I ordered the beef tartare and crumbled chicken sandwich. I reckon I was a dare devil to eat rare beef and raw egg. The whole..."
Goji
"I'm Mexican and I can fully recommend this place! No doubts this is tha Best Mexican restaurant in Melbourne! The food it's epic! Really authentic!..."
Jose Conacentoenlao
"And so it begins. A sort of love story that takes place inside a Mexican taqueria called Hotel Jesus. It reveals the purpose of the moon, explains..."
Alex Campbell
"Some of the best Mexican in the country. Good selection of Mezcal and Tequila and related cocktails..Small list of wines and local..."
Steve Roy
"What started out good, turned bad and then good again! Coming out on a Friday at 9:30pm for dinner is a challenge in the burbs. I tried a few locals..."
Andrew Ford
"(on behalf of my girlfriend): when I was here yesterday I had a delicious beer and the food was fantastic. The server noticed I did not eat one of my..."
Joe Raf
"Pastor tacos were delicious, tacos in general here are really good, but small. I also recommend pibil volcan and pastor..."
andrea pompeyo
"We dined at Hotel Jesus for a date night. The food was great and felt authentic, only improvement would be the variety of cocktails on offer. Would..."
Matt Starling
"Please do not complain about the taco portion size at Hotel Jesus. This is exactly the taco size you’ll get in Mexico! Because I just spent 3.5..."
Jackie He
Fonda
79/100 (1163 ratings)
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Mexican
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Wine and Beer
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Mid-range
"Always visiting Fonda when I feel like some yummy Mexican! I love their menu and the horchatas here are just amazing I want to drink it all day..."
@Holaitsjuliesfood
"I stopped by for a weeknight dinner and the tacos and nachos were delicious. The restaurant was busy but it wasn't too hard to find a..."
Jf
"Came here with our friends last night. They were pretty busy. We ordered some corn, chicken nachos, fish tacos, beef tacos, chicken taco, pulled pork..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"Can't really go wrong with Fonda for fresh and healthy veggie friendly food. Sure it's a chain, but at least it's consistent although a bit pricy for..."
Quince And Cheese
"Against my better judgement we had lunch here and loved it. Friendly service, great food that belies the chain store setup. Beef tacos were..."
Nick
"Fonda at Collingwood. Mexican food is always on my top list and especially during summer time. Fonda is a popular chain restaurant serving Mexican..."
Steven Gu
"The burritos are really yummy here. Ordered the grilled chicken with baby spinach, pickled carrot and onion, charred sweet corn, chipotle aioli,..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"Really enjoyed everything about Fonda! From the minute you enter, you are greeted with friendly staff. I love the colours used in the space as it..."
Hillary Finds Food
"Nice food, friendly staff, would definitely come here again. Tuna ceviche was great! Also good location with lots of interesting street life to..."
Alison
"Fresh modern take on Mexican food. Great interior. It was packed with locals on a Tuesday night. I love their soft tacos they are so tasty with fresh..."
Split The Bill
"Really nice interior.. quite modern and open which I love. Also very clean and spatious. Food had incredible flavours and was quite decently..."
Rebecca Fakhri
"Standard Fonda fare. Relaxed vibe and fresh menu. Staff were friendly and service was quick. I ordered the grilled chicken salad. Loved the variety..."
Kate Dougherty
"Enjoyed my food. Tasted fresh and delicious.... nice clean comfy restaurant. I definitely will be back. Rating under 4 only because of price..."
Nick Komo
"What a great place! Went there with my girlfriend for a spontaneous catch up- couldn't ask for better service! Food was amazing, our waiter Nathan..."
Katarina Campbell
"I don't understand why this place has such a low rating? I've eaten at a number of Fonda restaurants and this one is as good as the others! I've been..."
Tiffany A
"The food here is so good and reasonably priced! There were 3 of us, we ordered 3 entrees, 6 tacos and a quesadilla which came to $90!! I will..."
Nanette Manoir
"I am surprised at the low rating here. I have been to several of the Fonda restaurants around Melbourne and they have always been a fresh and vibrant..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Can’t decide whether to go out for a fun, cheap meal or to a top quality restaurant for your next date night in Melbourne? Why not have both (¿por..."
Fun Date Ideas
"Best experience I have ever had! Great food , great staff. Went with my group of friends and were very looked after. The fit out of the venue is fun..."
Facebook User
"Not the biggest fan of Mexican food, however Fonda wasn't too bad.Their salad was healthy and nice The fish taco could have been more..."
Melbourneats
"Tastes great. A new take on the classic burrito without straying too far from what makes burritos great. That being said, portions are too small. Was..."
Fredrik Persen Fostvedt
"A decent place for mexican food. Enjoyed my prawn taco but personally think that the crispy cauliflower one was a little bit lacking of flavours...."
Nichakorn Pongsakornsathien
"We were a party of multiple people. Staff did their absolute best to accommodate us. Food came out hot and fresh. Fish tacos, chicken tacos and..."
Nitish Mahajan
"My partner and I really enjoyed our experience. The lady that greeted us was very kind and we enjoyed the QR ordering system especially being able to..."
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"I love a meal with so much colour and character to it. Great flavours and a really well thought through menu combination combined gloriously with..."
Marcel Bennett
"Nice casual experience, food came out very quickly, hot and tasty. Good value too. The frozen cocktail wasn't that great but the margarita tasting..."
Emily Smith
Foresters
79/100 (659 ratings)
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"Looks like a generic pub on the outside but is much cosier and cooler on the inside. The space serves a nice range of local beers and wines and has..."
Quince And Cheese
"Friendly service, cheap as parmas which are lovely! Good chips, great beer choice and gorgeous atmosphere. Great for mates or for a date. Will..."
Eater123
"Ridiculous $5 Parma, really I don't understand what justifies it being this cheap, but it was really good! Really love the high ceilings atmosphere..."
Jen Waterpear
"$5 Parmas! Have dined here twice for dinner and found the experience on all fronts to beat my expectations. The signature dish, the $5 Parma, tastes..."
@esjaysam
"Went in for their $5 Parma and we had their holumi chips and their salt and pepper calamari and the chicken wings. _ all resonably priced and ..."
Domenic Domma Cafari
"Do you like chicken parmas? Do you like beer? Do you like life? If the answers to these questions were ‘yes’, I suggest you get down to Foresters..."
JDP79
"Sitting around the table at Foresters last week discussing how this review would go, we tossed out the idea of the entire article consisting of one..."
Parma Daze
""Oh I, I just died in your arms tonight. It must have been something you said"Foresters Pub and Dining is a superb venue. It’s hard to..."
The Dear Luncher
"Melbourne foodies and hospo workers boogied on down to Foresters Bar and Dining this week to celebrate the best of Melbourne’s pub scene. We..."
Trading Plates
"Went here last night w my friend. A random visit and it was a fun place. They were serving $14 jugs of moon dog pale ale, gotta live a craft beer or..."
Timinmelbourne
"Had my 21st here in October and the venue was perfect - so many compliments from guests, great beers and awesome food. Andrew was a breeze to deal..."
B
"Really cool place, awesome vibe and decor. Tap list was great and extensive, what you would expect for Good Beer Week, however craft beers are the..."
Charlotte Huddle
"Sometimes my wife feels like pizza but I crave for some awesome ramen. We argue. But we have found a mediator. Forester listened and brought us the..."
Brian Bui
"Nice fitout, great atmosphere, lots of beers to choose from, the pizzas were really good. Service friendly, however, the waiters need to be mindful..."
Foodlover12
"A pretty laid back experience with cheap eats & a great tap list on offer for your craft beer delights judging by the crowd here. Staff are..."
Badabooma
"Good service, nice seating and excellent ramen. It was the best that i had ever eaten and that goes for the friends i was also with. I have a feeling..."
Rodney McDonell
"Good selection of tap beer. We ordered from the Asian section. Pork belly roll was good, the spring roll not so and the start was the chicken which..."
Hungryhenry
"Surprisingly good pizzas for a beer hall! It's all they really serve food-wise, so we weren't expecting much, but we were blown away by just how good..."
Heather Pearce
"This place is for beer lovers, pizzas are nice but its all about the beer. Both happy hour & the free tastings are well worth it. Staff are relaxed &..."
Out & About
"10/10 for the beer list alone, very extensive range on tap, including a wide range of draught sours! Cool building and decorated appropriately...."
John Martyr
"Amazing 32 taps of craft beer constantly changing.Some of them are world class. Like mindblowingly amazing. Delicious pizza served till..."
CBF Glutton
"10/10. What can I say, great drinks and great food. Probably one of the best craft beer place in smith at.. (or even..."
Lamkk91
"The front of this place is one of the best places to people watch in..."
Russell Goudge
"The Perfect Place for a Party. We brought about 50 people through this place for a 30th birthday and it was the best night ever. Every single member..."
KL
"Incredible evening. Came to foresters hall with my boyfriend for a cocktail and couldn't have had a better evening. The cocktail on tap was lovely..."
Emma.west
"Great beer, bad soundtrack. Has Melbourne earned a venue on this scale dedicated to craft beer? Almost. Possibly yes. Does it deserve a better..."
Ted Szabo
"Melbourne best beer venue. Diverse tap range, informed and lovely staff great atmosphere and layout . Highly recommended ! Exactly what the Northside..."
Polly_rainbows
"WONDERFUL. Sitting in Foresters right now. They seem to have had an unexpected walk- in of 100+, flat out at the bar, place is wall to wall. I still..."
Bena Reilly
"Pizza me up. I'm not sure what it is but there's something about the Forester's Hall pizza bases that keep me coming back for takeaway again and..."
Alex
"Exceptional Service!. Service on Smith Street, and in the rest of Collingwood and Fitzroy, for that matter is usually like playing bartender..."
Sarahnaylor321
"Cheap parmas every night ($10) including vegan and vegetarian ones. Beers are a tad expensive ($7-11 for a schooner) but good choices. The woman who..."
Megan Larsen
"I really like this place. Always a good beer selection and such great cheap food. Average pub food but much cheaper. $10 parmas all the time. Not..."
Amanda H
"Great venue with a good drink selection. Do yourself a favour and get the $10 Parma special - amazing quality and..."
P A
"Such a nice place with great ambiance, friendly staff and awesome craft beers. Amit provided a great service especially when I erroneously ordered..."
Hiru Jayatunge
"Unparalleled selection of beer on tap! And the food is really good too! If you're in to great beer, you don't want to miss..."
IridiumRose
"With the closure of Gertrude this is one of the best craft beer venues in town. Also a great selection of Belgian ales as..."
Scott M
"Just had the chicken parma and chips, best I've had in years. Always rated this place for the number of tap beers and varieties they rotate through..."
Mathew Haines
Xeom
76/100 (1185 ratings)
Restaurants
Grill
Vegetarian Friendly
Asian
Vietnamese
Vegan Options
Vietnamese
Grill
Asian
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Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Salad
Chili
Duck
Tapas
Curry
Pho
Noodle
Sit down
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Grill
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Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Free Wifi
Takeout
Street Parking
Cash Only
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Cheap Eats
"Walking up and down smith street my new Favourite food street :D!! My cousin loves Asian seeing as its not to much of that in country outback..."
Billy Enholm
"We had the Duck Curry with Roti and the Beef & Beef Brisket Pho finished off with a Vietnamese Iced Coffee. Absolutely delicious right down to the..."
Kelvin Young
"Food is fresh and tasty!! My partner and I enjoyed a fantastic meal satay skewers were great!! Rice paper rolls were huge but still very delicious,..."
Roger L Mcdonald
"Always a great place to take the kids for an early dinner. They love the duck curry roti, and spring rolls. I love the..."
Ian Wong
"Great vibe, fresh food and busy even on the Royal Wedding night. Very well priced in a funky and entertaining part of the..."
Jane Louise Brearley
"My new weekly beef pho spot, i love it! The fit out is cool, the food is quick and quality, couldnt ask for much more. Classic..."
Natalie Meredith
"Friendly staff and the food was really delicious with a very reasonable..."
Vineet Verma
"Vietnamese salad with vermicelli noodles and chicken. Best Vietnamese food I've had outside Vietnam. Friendly service..."
Jillian Anne De Laine
"I got some take away from here. The food was good.Initially the vegetarian fried rice was tasty and a good size.The vegetarian..."
Timinmelbourne
"Went here for lunch . My friend & I were starving so we ordered a massive feast. Inside is very spacious with lots of seating & the food came out..."
Eating With Ebony
"Went here for lunch . My friend & I were starving so we ordered a massive feast. Inside is very spacious with lots of seating & the food came out..."
Eating With Ebony
"Went here for lunch . My friend & I were starving so we ordered a massive feast. Inside is very spacious with lots of seating & the food came out..."
Eating With Ebony
"Absolutely love this place! Living in the CBD, Viet food is just not the same as the west however once I tried this place - so excited to have found..."
JMS
"came here with a few friends for lunch recently for the first time, and we were pleasantly surprised with how delicious XEOM’s viet food is! the..."
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"It’s been a while since I came here but so glad I returned. Xeom (pronounces sigh omm which roughly translate to taxi or vehicle) is a fabulous and..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"The food is yummy 😋 I have ordered delivery and takeaway The prawn spring rolls are so tasty The chicken and veggies stir fry is..."
Reba Finn
"Xeom offers a modern and casual take on traditional Vietnamese street food. Despite their contemporary interpretations, the traditional signature..."
Penguineats
"Xeom Vietnamese restaurant in Collingwood. It is a modern design Vietnamese street food restaurant with nice and clean ambience. Normally you won’t..."
Steven Gu
"Soon as I walked in I had a great vibe about this funky hip restaurant...and I was not wrong as this was backed up with the great yummy and delicious..."
Split The Bill
"4.2Like other recent and well credentialled reviewers, we really liked Xeom. It’s a very nice place. The cuisine might be called modern..."
Two Sheds
"We were lucky enough to have been invited to try their food. We definitely love the concept of the place. Having lived in Asia for a bit, we know how..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"What a great restaurant this is! Such a quirky and cool concept – with the little streetcarts replicating a street food atmosphere. Immediately..."
Oj_always_eating
"We were fortunate to be invited to Xeom last night, a stellar Asian restaurant in Collingwood. I loved the vibrant interior with colourful posters..."
Good Food Good Mood
"A group of us called into Xeom tonight to sample some of the great Street food on offer in this cuteLittle venue. Xeom has been open for over 4..."
Espy Eats
"4.5What a wonderful discovery this place is! I spend quite a bit of time on Smith St but generally it’s exploring the bars - but this casual..."
KnowingMelbourne
"With its funky vibe, Xeom serves up incredible Vietnamese street food at incredibly decent prices too! They are known for their “pho king”..."
@twogoodtoresist
"Nice little place for a quick bite of soft shell crab rice paper rolls and tender chicken pho . Wouldn’t complain about anything there, flavours..."
Nikki
"The food at this restaurant is fantastic! Very fresh and delicious. The staff are happy to make amendments to the menu. Reasonably priced for what..."
BIRCHER QUEEN 👑
"A solid and dependable destination for quality pho and lemongrass chicken. Generous servings (for me), tantalising soup and prompt service, what more..."
Kenneth Cheng
"The food here is really great, but the service was not. It took ages to get seated and have our orders taken, so don’t go here if you are in a..."
Tastybass
"Love this place. We haven’t eaten in but we order ubereats or Deliveroo almost every week. Food is tasty and fresh!! Yum. I order the slaw and my..."
Jazzdron
"Absolutely delicious Vietnamese food! So fresh, filling and easy to share with friends so you get a little bit of everything. We ordered rice paper..."
Theknifeandforktalk
"Another spot that was selected as it was on the Ubereats app! (Uber eats fridays are a big thing at my workplace).We all went for vermicelli..."
Don'tMessWithMyFood
"Have come here many times, the food is always amazing. Love the Bahn Mis and Rice paper rolls particularly. Service can sometimes be slow, depending..."
Bridget Bassett-Smith
"Ordered some takeaway from Xeom and it was pretty good for the price. I got the crispy chicken on tomato fried rice and while it was alright, I just..."
Wandering Ella
"The food is fresh and flavoursome. Our favourite is the spicy chicken ribs. Interior fit-out is cool and functional! Service is ok and probably the..."
Tom Ge
"Been here a few times, the vermicelli noodle/salad is delicious, staff take out the stuff i dislike which is nice but last time i ordered the Pork i..."
Food808
"Favourite place, the atmosphere is really good and the staff are lovely. Highly recommend the coconut curry! I use the app Liven to get 25% cashback..."
Niki
"Authentic find, glad we came here. We had their soft shell crab vermicelli bun and crab Vietnamese coleslaw and they were moorishly good, soft shell..."
Soleil
"Walked in because Peko Peko was shut, man what a score. The bun with Soft shell crab was 😳 freaking amazing. Their coconut desert thingy was fresh..."
Richard Marchandise
"Thanks Xeom, I really enjoyed the meal. Beef pho, coconut dessert and Vietnamese coffee were great. Great addition to Smith St,..."
Danny
"Awesome vibe and decor! Had the Beef and Spring Roll Vermicelli Noodles - recommend! This place has been busy both times we have visted. Expect for..."
Foodie Friday
"Walking up and down smith street my new Favourite food street :D!! My cousin loves Asian seeing as its not to much of that in country outback..."
Billy
"Doing a wander down Smith Street we were very pleased to come across this Vietnamese Street Food restaurant, our choice for a quick lunch. Really..."
Foodinfocusz
"I saw a photo of Heston Blumenthal eating here so I decided to try. I ordered the Pho Tom Yam which I think was pretty good. Husband had the pho and..."
Gabby Webb
"We come to Xeon at least once a fortnight and love the spiced chicken ribs, the pho and vermicelli dishes. Staff are friendly and food is always..."
Sylvia Tai
"Food is really fresh. and staff lovely.  Rice Paper rolls very good. very good value for money with most dishes  $15 or below. Surprisingly it has..."
One More Glass
"Didn't expect much from this place but was pleasantly surprised, coming from a Vietnamese person! The food here is rather decent, though slightly..."
Kevin To
"We were welcomed by a very friendly waiter. In recent times I have found it difficult to find flavoursome Pho, this beef pho did not disappoint. The..."
MRL
"Great service, and love the decor!The prices are decent too, and food was not too disappointing - we were pretty hungry so we wouldn't..."
Ramieleatsshootsandleaves
"Xeom is great! I eat there about 3/4 times a week...I cannot get enough of the pho! It's cheaply priced too & the service is always lovely...Tommy in..."
Lucy Whichello
"Came here for a late dinner on Saturday with a large group. We were all very hungry and ordered a variety of dishes to share including, spring rolls,..."
Bopnbeep
"Had dinner here with four people, after walking pas it a few times (because we love the neighbour Pabu so much). Service was friendly, food was..."
I. D.
"Yummy food at decent prices! We were looking for this burger place we couldn't find and were too lazy to walk a few streets over or re-park the car...."
Chad
"When you want some tasty Vietnamese and you don't want to go to Victoria St, this is the place to go! Fresh tasty food, friendly helpful staff,..."
Bruce McDonald
"BRIGHT, VIBRANT & FRESHWe keep coming back for the great food and the friendly service. Tommy & the young lady with the lovely..."
Darryn Mawby
"As soon as you walk in, you immediately feel the warm welcome from the staff and can tell they had spent a lot of Time thinking of the concept of the..."
Eat Dance Travel
"An impressive little place with the best betal leaf rolls ever! The crispy chicken ribs were fab, guilty pleasure stuff. An all round impressive meal..."
The Taste Tester
"My babes and I got to Xeom at 11, as they were just opening up for the day. Being Viet, my babes mentioned how the look and feel of the layout is..."
My Babes And I
"We had a group of 6 gather for dinner and these guys were very accommodating. We had a few babies with us and it wasn't an issue as they are fairly..."
Hannah Ling
"The Pho had great flavour - much like the better pho places in Footscray or Richmond. The Vietnamese pancake was nice but too floury with not enough..."
Renato
"Xeom does a really good pho. Staff are really friendly and food always comes quickly and ingredients are fresh. Great addition to Smith street food..."
Facebook User
"Wonderful Viet food in a very funky setting.. Great food. Friendly staff. Good range of beers. Lots to look at. I love the array of bottles and..."
Simon Pender (SiTheDogBlogger)
"Not as good as Victoria street but still hearty Vietnamese food and great..."
EatingOut
"Delicious food. I must compliment this restaurant on thei Vietnamese which I found subtle and delicate and tasty with a generous serve of herbs to..."
Nowvoyager
"I enjoyed the food but the floor staff are letting this place..."
Crdav1
"Probably the best Bun Bo Hue I have had in the inner north - top notch - mos def heading back real soon!. A few negative reviews for this place, but..."
Gregor Handson
"Fresh and tasty. We loved the chicken coleslaw and the Pho is full of flavour. The beef could have been a little more pink (rare), but I can forgive..."
Nicole Raynal
"Authentic Vietnamese food. This place serves very authentic vietnamese food. It isn't packed with msg so the flavours are more subtle than a lot of..."
Makeitwhatyouwant
"Nice venue, great food, quick service. Thats why we come here 3 times a week. Love the crispy chicken on tomatoe fried rice and my..."
Feed_me
"Very good authentic Vietnamese food. I have eaten here twice in the last few days. It's good, friendly staff and very tasty & affordable food. I had..."
A_waterhouse
"The place is nice to have a casual meal on a weekday. The staff is kind and very..."
Alastorraven
"Tasty. If f Brunswick st is becoming a little dated smith st is moving along. Xeom fits the bill with a modern approach to the standard Viet..."
TP
"Great food, great atmosphere.. Best dice beef in town!!!! Tried XeÔm for the first time today & glad we drove over 30k to try out this new eatery in..."
Sxv_666
"Tasty Lemongrass Chickin. And very good Ban Xeo and Rice Paper..."
Michael Setiadi
"When mixed through with fish sauce, this was your classic Vietnamese vermicelli salad, albeit with more care taken with the ingredients. The chicken..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"The egg noodle wonton soup I had was delicious and so full of flavour. I love avocado shakes and coconut so when she told me they a coconut shake, I..."
Teresa Saludo
"I went there for lunch today with a friend and we ordered curry laksa, fried chicken with egg noodles and prawn spring rolls The food generally..."
Shan Yang
"We have always been on the look out for great banh mi rolls. We tried XEOM. These rolls were exactly what we'd been looking for. The rolls were so..."
Leon Smeaton
"I got some take away from here. The food was good. Initially the vegetarian fried rice was tasty and a good size. The vegetarian rice paper rolls..."
Timinmelbourne
"Xeom is a great example of Vietnamese street food. Great extensive menu with all the greats and covers vegetarian, meat and seafood options. Good..."
Aaron Soroka
"Food: delicious! Enjoyed everything that came out. The chicken pho was perfect, and a generous serving. The menu is quite big also, with a huge..."
David N
Bowl Bowl Dumpling
73/100 (962 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Asian
Chinese
Vegan Options
Chinese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Noodle
Beef
Dumplings
Eggplant
Duck
Fried rice
Pork
Sit down
Chinese
Asian
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"We ate lunch there on the way home from a weekend in the city. It was my 2nd time but l just a small snack last time which is why l returned, l..."
Julie Camm
"The food at Bowl Bowl is fantastic. It’s delicious beautifully presented and the menu not too big that you can’t make a decision. We arrived last..."
Jos Cousens
"This has become a favourite!!!. Food is awesome, the staff exceptional and welcoming. Highly recommend the salt and pepper squid and chitalian..."
Christopher Bird
"The food was just amazing! We had the platter and all different kinds of dumplings they do, and 4 different beers and pale ales ... I'm gonna go..."
Saba El
"Delicious food and great service, even BYO wine from the shop across the road ;-)..."
Brett Williams
"� my Bowl Bowl. The food, environment and feel of the place is friendly-fantastic. Great staff and the owner Qin is just a total legend who's..."
Mark Blanch
"I enjoyed a delicious meal, all the staff were beautiful, attentive & went out of their way to accommodate.. delish! Excellent on all..."
Kim Lyons Short
"Amazing food you must go. Beautiful food served by friendly..."
Kay Foss
"Great food and service. Purchased their home made jar of spicy sauce. Delicious! Will definitely return. ..."
Joanne Blunt
"We just popped into this gem of a place tonight! 8pm on a Saturday night, no reservation and got a table for 6. We shared some of the sharing plates..."
Sal White
"First time there, excellent food. Great, friendly staff. Wonderful..."
David Reddacliff
"Second time being here, the foods are very nice, specially dumplings. Nice setup restaurant and friendly..."
Hugh Hung Nguyen
"I had The Signature dumpling and the Chitalian dumpling. The signature was AMAZING! My meal was so awesome I'll be back for sure! Service was great,..."
Hannah Micich
"Best damn dumplings I've had in a very long time. I'm addicted to their signature dumplings with it's delicious chili and nut and good things..."
Lauren Marr
"My favorite dumpling place outside of Footscray and the CBD with a little bit more style and friendly and attentive service. I haven't wanted to let..."
Di Cunningham
"Bowl Bowl is a little dumpling restaurant in Collingwood with lots of character. The mismatched colourful plating and wooden tables make this space..."
Olive Sundays
"Omgness Bowl bowl Dumpling is such a great place to hang and have a meal at. If you are ever in the area I would highly recommend a visit...."
The_littlehungrylife
"Amazing place for Sichuan food. We loved the duck pancakes, the dan dan noodles and the cocktails. Large selection of drinks on offer and some yummy..."
Yas Food
"I really miss visiting Bowl Bowl every week for lunch with my ex colleagues! Ever since I moved jobs, I haven’t had the chance to revisit 😊 I..."
Daisy Never Too Sweet
"Bowl Bowl is vibrant and cheerful restaurant located in Collingwood. Their menu serves up a range of innovative Sichuan cuisine that's perfect for..."
FOOD TRIP
"Signature dumplings are the best in Melbourne without a..."
Allira Boadle
"Love the signature dumplings. A really good atmosphere. Service was really quick. Our vegetarian friends didn't love there's as much however I..."
Katie
"We came here after a very disappointing meal and was so impressed by their signature dan dan noodle! The soup was so flavoursome , a combo of spicy..."
Vivian
"Have been there for many times. Best Dumpling in town! Lovely stuff, relaxing environment, and beautiful meals. So proud to be a Chinese and..."
Liz
"I’ve been here few weeks ago when raining and i saw this shop on the just street. It was so cold and need to some warm soup. Actually I didn’t..."
Be Honest
"Saw some photos of this place few days ago, didn’t know they have two outlets next to each other. The one with backyard and garden is the newer..."
Chang Chang
"The signature dumplings were perfectly delicious- a must have. The chicken and prawn ones were also gorgeous; well balanced with whole large prawns..."
Kate
"Bowl bowl dumplings on Smith street. It is a very interesting Chinese fusion street food restaurant served traditional Chinese dumplings and ramen,..."
Steven Gu
"I've been here three times now and I haven't been disappointed! Highly recommend ordering the red hot cow dumplings, salt and pepper squid and the..."
Hot For Food
"A regular favourite for us. Excellent. Tried the function room just up the road as there was 7 of us last night. Same quality food and friendly..."
Arnie
"Whoa hold up this place dishes up amazing handmade dumplings and Classic Chinese dishes, and is set in the actual cutest backdrop of pretty china..."
Yorkstergram
"I’ve tried dumplings in every hype dumpling restaurant in Melbourne, and whilst there are clearly some amazing dumplings out there, this is..."
Danny Newman
"It’s no surprise that the best dishes we sampled at Bowl Bowl Dumplings were, well, the dumplings. While their mains weren’t bad by any standard,..."
Penguineats
"Smith Street, Collingwood is a food lover’s paradise. With so many good restaurants to choose from, it can be quite a confusing decision. That’s..."
The Spice Adventuress
"The kitchen is led by part owner and head chef Kun Fu who has an impressive resume working in kitchens since he was 17. Starting his culinary journey..."
Gastrology
"A good, authentic Chinese eatery in the northern suburbs isn't always easy to come by, but Bowl Bowl has tried to keep true to it's Sichuan roots..."
Natasha Juchkov (Culinary Runway)
"This place is AMAZING! the food is superb! Very friendly staff! And the Dumplings.... omg DELICIOUS! Make sure to try the signature dumplings. Always..."
Carmy
"mmmm, chicky prawn dumplings= amazing, could eat these every week. The wonton volcano's are full of flavour and bursting with chilli.  Quick..."
Brunny Girl
"What a delight to be invited to Bowl Bowl dumpling last night. Located on bustling Smith st, there are actually two Bowl Bowl establishments within a..."
Good Food Good Mood
"This place is a must try if you’re in the area! We were spoilt for choice, even our newly vegan MBH foodie was delighted with what was on..."
Must Be Hungry
"Fantastic dumplings (especially the ‘signature’) and the manager Wy is very nice and funny. Other people in my office love the ‘salt and pepper..."
Kate
"The first thing I noticed when we sat down at our table in Bowl Bowl dumpling restaurant was the beautiful plates they had for each customer. The..."
Vegetarian Food Lover
"Great modern take on Chinese. Very delicious, Fresh, Flavourful. Just booked in again to give it a second go. Definitely worth checking out...."
James James
"Some of the best dumplings in Melbourne. The signature boiled dumplings are unreal and hard to go past - highly recommend. Service is always great..."
Anne
"Finally got to try the dumplings at Bowl Bowl. They’re really good! I would recommend The Signature dumplings. If looking for a spicy dumpling I..."
Caroline Beaney
"Love dumplings? This is a perfect place for you! They are so fresh, tasty and full of flavour. Hits the spot every time! Must haves: the..."
Jiji
"Pretty great new spot! Busy for a Thursday lunch so glad we booked. Varied menu has something for everyone and I’d love to come back to try..."
Got_2_lunch
"Ordered through Uber Eats for lunch at work. Had - The Signature (yum! with that sauce!) - Volcano dumplings - yes!! the..."
Don'tMessWithMyFood
"Excellent dumplings! This Sichuan street food restaurant is delicious 💕Great big range on the menu so it suits spicy lovers and non..."
Melody.mt.tang
"Bowl Bowl rocks (& I'm not normally into Chinese food)! Yummiest dumplings. The water bomb and volcano and the signature dumplings  as well as the..."
Speccy
"Found the service at Bowl Bowl to be really good, with staff very attentive. Finally a place that has a gluten free dumpling option! My husband also..."
Steph
"I'd describe this place as a westernized Asian restaurant. The food and service was decent. The Mongolian beef is a must try, it's full of flavour..."
Linda
"Yummm!!! Delicious dumplings! They have some classics but some slightly different ones too which are definitely worth trying! Great cosy and busy..."
Liz
"Incredibly delicious and seemingly healthy. I had a big bowl of dan dan noodles. Cant wait to go back and try the dumplings and more of their dishes...."
Danielle Wilson
"I'm on bit of a run here with great eateries after another so wondering how long my luck will last :)This place didn't disappoint! The beef..."
Mills
"Really impressed by vegetarian pan fried dumplings from bowl bowl. I always try dumplings with cabbage and all veggies but at bowl bowl I had..."
Melb_food_trend
"We stumbled across Bowl Bowl when visiting Collingwood and we were quite excited by the great dumpling menu. If Dumplings is not your thing the menu..."
Nman
"Just heard about this slightly fusionized dumpling restaurant in Collingwood and went to have dinner here tonight. Very busy but we were fortunate to..."
James Wong
"The salt and pepper tofu is so good! the zesty noodle salad was also really really good! The service was also very good! Looking forward to coming..."
Eebz
"Went there on a girls night out. Didn't really know what we wanted and therefore got the waiter to suggest dishes. The dumplings were delicious. BUT..."
Edelweiss
"Delicious dumplings and wonton soup. We had as a takeaway and service was quick and friendly. We would define go back and try some more food...."
Comfy Chairs
"harmony environment, friendly staff who gave detail explanation of the menu and good suggestion in food ordering!Excellent house made pork..."
Kia
"Shared a big amount of vegan dishes, love the menu. My favourite dish was probably the dumplings, eggplant dish and salt n pepper tofu. Will be back..."
Lil Miss Vegan
"Because of so many great reviews about this restaurant so decided to eat there last night. The things I have noticed is great the atmosphere, the..."
Van Tran
"Second time in this restaurant and must say the food  and presentation is still fantastic. The balance of the dumpling meat and tasty sauce..."
Owen
"I don't spend a lot of time down Smith St and I really don't know why as there always such a great vibe and good choice of eateries. We stumbled..."
Simmyeats.Melb
"Been there a few days ago, the food was great especially the signature boil dumpling. It's the most unique dumpling I ever had, couldn't have it..."
Calvin Tan
"Food was excellent, highly recommend you check this place out. We had the duck spring rolls and signature dumplings. We followed their..."
Chorney
"came here for dinner at 9pm for dinner. the waiter was very helpful and recommended me with the right dishes that i wont feel guilty for and at the..."
Bon Bon
"Loved this place. We were visiting Melbourne and some friends who lived locally invited us to dine the night before NYE. Fabulous service and amazing..."
Nick Moffatt
"Very good dinner here. Flavours that we don't usually find. Dumplings, tofu, cumin beef, fish with picked veggies. Very attentive staff. Splashed..."
Salted Caramel
"The food and service were excellent, and the decor was nice and fit in well with the area. Great to see an authentic Chinese restaurant opening in..."
Shanna
"We had about 30 minutes for a quick bite to eat before attending a course in Collingwood, luckily where we parked and where right opposite Bowl, Bowl..."
Julie Camm
"Sichuan fusion food, interesting, tasty, and elegant. The dumplings are my favourite, pork, beef, steamed, pan fried, paired with special dipping..."
Xia
"Very enjoyable dinner with fusion Sichuan style food. Staff were very friendly and dishes were well executeed. Traditional Sichuan food with a..."
South Yarra Food Lover
"The signature dumplings - exceptionally good. Full of flavour and crunchy peanuts on top. Perfect amount of chilli. Best dumplings this side of..."
Livilivilivil
"Great food, great atmosphere, great staff- this place truly checks all the boxes. I often have lunch here, I'm a huge fan of the signature..."
JE
"Bowl bowl has great dumplings for a reasonable price. The signature boiled dumplings and the water bombs are my absolute favourite. The waiters are..."
Wendy M
"Lovely and authentic dumplings place. Good xiao long bao and siomay, the former rich in its juices and the latter filled with flavor and plenty of..."
Hungry Ronin
"Ordered the signature dumplings and the honey chicken. Although the skin of the dumplings were a bit too thick, the stuffing and the sauce were..."
Karine Thai
"The signature boiled dumplings are the best dumplings I have had. I regular here just for these. The food is great here and is definitely a must try...."
Jordan
"I went here today for a friends birthday lunch! The food is delicious and super affordable. Most of us ended up getting the signature dumpling, which..."
Brunch Lover
"Delicious dumplings well worth the extra 1 or 2 bux more when compared to a standard China man special dumpling house. They have special or..."
Fenwinkle
"I loved this place, I have visited twice now, this time I had wonton volcano for a quick lunch stop on a cold winter day. It really did warm my belly..."
Ab_cat
"Upon the dumplings arriving at our table, we had little time to take photos because we were already stuffing or faces with them! However, the fried..."
Mel
"Wow! Live in the area. This is gem. Food is so well presented and tastes better than it looks. Will definitely be back. If you're looking for a quick..."
Sam Paul Fearnside
"My fave dumplings in Melbourne! The Signature Bowl is amazing, such a perfectly blended mix of chilli, peanut flakes and sauces. My mouth is watering..."
Trenise
"YUM! Came here for a friends birthday, we haven't been here before so we were at little nervous! Once the first bit of food hit our mouths the nerves..."
Jay
"Loved it. Reasonably priced. Great food. Ideal location. I'll be a return customer for sure. How good are dumplings!?! Sitting out front with a bowl..."
Scott
"We visited Bowl Bowl on Saturday night at 7pm, there were 7 of us out celebrating one of the group's birthday. Absolutely delighted with how the..."
Martin Godfrey
"Veggie dumplings and chitalian dumplings... DELICIOUS!! One of the best quality tasting dumplings I've had to date, I was very impressed. Service was..."
Melbsgaleater
"This place you must try if you love dumplings! Volcano, pan fried and specialty dumpling dishes are standouts. Cumin beef as good as Dainty Sichuan...."
Elsie The Cow
"Went for dinner on a Saturday night with five friends and loved the food. Xiao long bao were delicious, as was the signature dumplings, Tiger beans..."
Imojaune
"Fantastic place for a quick but excellent lunch. Had the chicken dumplings plus the pork and cabbage dumplings. Both were plump and full of filling...."
Troy Mortleman
"A nice little dumpling place in Collingwood. Came here straight after a disappointing dinner experience at pabu grill and sake for our 2nd dinner...."
Kevin Jung Hak Yun
"Easily the best xiao long bao my partner and I have had in Melbourne! Waiter also kindly advised us to get their Signature boiled so it comes with..."
Robert Asuncion
"Nicely positioned among the trendy shop fronts and cafe eateries of Smith St Collingwood is Bowl Bowl Dumplings. Please correct me if I am wrong but..."
Ashlee Adams
"As visitors to, and lovers of Melbourne, our group was not disappointed with the Bowl Bowl experience! Just delicious, fresh food, friendly wait..."
Steph
"Love this place! Small menu but every item is done to perfection! At the moment this is my favourite dumpling house. Plus the choice of..."
ManjaManja
"Absolutely delicious dumplings and wonderful service. Have been in quite a few times and have not been disappointed once. Now our regular Collingwood..."
Paul Phillips
"Good dumplings, with a smattering of non-dumpling dishes that are also pretty good. Nice fit-out, fast service if a little curt. Not a bad spot for..."
C
"The eggplant dish was amazing, so soft and lovely ! Plus really nice vegetarian fried rice, salt and pepper tofu. Can't wait to go back..."
Mel Bedggood
"Fabulous food & service. Stumbled across this place on a Monday lunch time. Straight away met with fabulous service, our waitress was as excited if..."
Caroline
"Love this place! The best chilli sauce dumplings EVER! So moorish and addictive. Also tried their new mango dessert, to die for. Everything is so so..."
Two Birds
"Some of the best dumplings I've had in melbourne - definitely try the original pork dumplings (boiled) - best secret sauce ever. The XLB rival..."
Megan M
"Best dumplings on smith street. Period. Good prices, friendly staff that are happy to serve you their great food. Try the original if it's you first..."
Ändrü
"along the gertrude end of smith street, bowl bowl occupies a cosy shop front, fashioned to look like someone's living room. the boyf's roommate has..."
Eat.more
"We had dinner here after the Gertrude Street Projection festival and loved it. We had the dumplings which were super delicious, the squid which was..."
Ann Dando
"The best dumplings in Melbourne! Period. The food is excellent! The dumplings are plump and full of flavour and the sauce and broth's are amazing...."
Loveroffood
"We've eaten here a few times, and had take away a few more, and the food is always fantastic. Plentiful, cheap and delicious, the dumplings are..."
Scarlet
"Stunning dumplings. Only slightly more expensive than cheap city dumplings but such a world of difference!! These dumplings are the best! Really..."
Hannah Alexandra
"This place has some of the best dumplings I've tasted! They are so wonderfully clean and fresh. The bowl bowl dumplings are beautiful, the chicky..."
Ali
"OMG GF Dumplings!!!!. There are two types of GF dumplings on the menu! They are so..."
Emma Lucas
"Yes Sir!!!!. Smith St needed a stand out dumpling joint, this is it! The dumpling dish listed as dish number 1 on the menu is perfection - get..."
Dthomas
"Best takeaway dumplings. After reading other reviews I decided to drop in for an easy takeaway... the Xiaolongbao are dangerously tasty, i could have..."
Facebook User
"Yum!! We went there on the weekend for a friends birthday and we all agreed that the dumplings were some of the best we have ever had. Super cheap,..."
Katie84
"The fillings are delicious but the dough of the dumplings could be thinner, if they are going to rival places like mama shandong. The bowl bowl fried..."
Jikon Lai
"Amazing food and friendly staff. Reasonably priced too. The head chef is an ex-chef from Silk at..."
Andy
"Dropped in for a quick lunch at this new establishment. Service is very friendly and menu is small but with enough dishes to come back for another..."
Maxi
"Do not miss this one. Our family just had lunch here and as much as it hurts me to say this because it will be harder to get a table, this place is a..."
Barasmiller
"Bowl Bowl is our go-to in Collingwood. Not only are their traditional recipes consistently excellent (our faves are Shanghai noodles, chicken fried..."
Jason Zhou
"WOW. Just WOW. Vegan flavour BOMB! I can't even explain how insanely delicious this food was. The chili oil is magnificent also! Get the dumplings..."
Georgia Pitts
"Love the restaurant ambiance and food here! Lush plant of decor and stunned courtyard with refreshing space(next time Imma bring groups to here). The..."
Вики Котов
"Delicious food and drinks, lovely service and great atmosphere. Pricing is alright, could be better but the food is amazing. The staff here are so..."
AJ Selleck (Khashana)
"A very cute & warm place. Preference would be backyard seating, the ambiance is really nice and cute. Food and service were excellent. Tried the Lamb..."
Hussain Arsiwala
"The food was sensational! The chef was so nice and agreed to cook me the old fashioned Cumin Beef which is now no longer on the menu just for me..."
Austin Wan
"The food is fantastic my partner and I ordered the dumplings. The ambiance is quirky, very Smith Street, love the Women's Weekly cookbooks on the..."
caroline s