It's my go to restaurant - best steak in Melbourne, and a fantastic wine list.
We have been here 6 times over the past 5 months and this is hands down the beast steak in Melbourne.
Service is always fantastic very attentive best place!
The best steak in Town ! Love the service and quality of the meat.Superb 👍🏻👍🏻
First time here and will definitely come back for more. Everything was perfect.. best red wine I've had, meat was cooked to perfection and good quality meat as well. Service was great too.
Fantastic, great steak, amazing wine and top level service - will be back and recommend
Best steaks ever they just melt in your mouth. I highly recommend this restaurant
One of the finest steak had so far , keep up the high quality standard
Magnificent piece of meat cooked medium minus a 500g porterhouse that looked a million bucks on the plate and tasted just unbelievable. Cannot wait to go back.
I have been coming here for some time now, why?
When we arrive the greeting is warm and familiar, Fabian on the grill never fails to recommend the best choice and cooks it perfectly. The wine list is as extensive as it is diverse, a must. A particular note to the selection of burgundy on site, most budgets and palates can be satisfied.
Service first rate , steaks are the best �
The best steak in Melbourne and a wine list to match
Always superb. One of the best wine lists in Melbourne, if not Australia.
Hands down the best steak I've had since visiting Argentina! Thanks team Charcoal for the awesome service!
Best steaks in Victoria
Staff are amazing and the atmosphere inviting
Just great ! Excellent food, committed people ! Will come back for sure ! ��
Still my favourite steak place in Melbourne. Steak and a wine list that puts most other restaurants to shame. Only bad thing is it can get pricey if you order too much wine but that’s probably my own fault. Flame grilled goodness.
Charcoal grill on the hill in Kew. One of my favourite steak houses in Melbourne. It is all about the quality of the steak and simple grilled with salt and pepper. Good place to dine in and open for many years now.
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If you are after just a piece of simple good steak, this is the place to go. They specialise in just serving the best, juicy and tender steak. The prices are a little high but worth it. Restaurant is very cozy.
If a 700gm steak is what you’re looking for then you’ve come to the right place. This is without a doubt the worst vegetarian/vegan restaurant in Kew. For an intimate dinner or a raucous meal, head to the Hill.
Beautiful example of the best quality meats, when you order a giant steak but your mouth keeps watering for every single piece & not wanting it to end you know they are doing something right! Only reason I haven't given this place a 5 star is because it is just slightly on the costly side if you get things like entrees etc as well.
Will definitely come back.
SO happy my friend took me here. Best steak I've had in Melbourne since Vlado's passing (R.I.P) thank so much for keeping the formula simple guys - quality 10/10! Ill be back
Charcoal grill on the hill is eye candy for meat lovers. Upon entry you are presented with a Carnivores delight. A showcase of the great quality cuts of meat on offer ready for you to choose and devour. The menu is not huge but what is on offer is sure to please. The steaks we had were tender and cooked to perfection. Great little place to try. Two thumbs up.
Best steak I have eaten in a long time. Enthusiastic service by servers. Delicious 300gram Scotch Fillet cooked medium rare, tender and melts in your mouth. Paired with a glass of fragrant Shiraz from Atzee’s Corner. It was a great experience, will be back for sure.
Favourite steak place in Melbourne. If you’re after perfectly cooked steak, this is the place you must visit because they never disappoint.
Love the perfect pairing of a simple salad & freshly cooked chips!
Food: 5/5
Service: 4/5
Ambiance: 4/5
Would I recommend this restaurant to family and friends? Yes, absolutely!
Would I be visiting again? Yes, without a doubt!
Monday 6th November 2017 at 7pm.
Simply Excellent.
This was a fabulous meal.
Everything was simple and Devine.
The meal was prepared without any pretentiousness and delivered to the very highest level.
We started with fresh oysters 👍🏻
For mains we had a rare porterhouse and a medium rare scotch fillet. These were so soft and delicious 😋
For desserts the sticky date Pudding was fluffy like none I’ve had before. The affogato was delivered without flaw 🍨
Pictured is one of the most succulent steaks I’ve ever eaten 😍👌🏼 We had oysters (super fresh), and I ordered a 300g scotch fillet, medium rare. Ambience was homey. Service was pretentious. The steak was good enough to get me back in though.
One of the best steaks in Melbourne, the charcoal taste was brilliant. Well marinated with spices, the pork sausages are also a must try. I'll be back soon
I reckon this is the best steak I have had in Melbourne. The place was filled up quickly and all walked in has reservation. Their steak was cooked right where medium rare is still pink in the middle.
Waiters were friends and sticky date pudding was superb! We will definitely go back again!
Come here for family dinners all the time. Steaks are always spot on, service is fantastic and wait staff are very good. The cheese board has a lovely selection and the wine guy (sorry can't remember his name) has very good taste and is very friendly. Always come here for special occasions and will continue to do so. :)
We had a group of 6 booked. We were placed up stairs which lacked the atmosphere of downstairs. Felt a bit like we were just shoved out of the way and the second cousins. Food was consistently good but don't think it was up to the price. Wine list very extensive but again, very pricey. Young girl that served us was very friendly but did not really have handle on the wine or menu. Had to reorder drinks sevetal times and chase things up. Overall, nice place, good food but the experience didn't really live up to the price.....
This is definitely the best steak restaurant in Melbourne. I've been coming to this restaurant for the past 14 years and have never had a bad meal.
Their steaks are cooked to perfection and their sticky date pudding is fantastic!
The staff are amazing and normally remember what we like order even though we only go a couple of times a year.
I would definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a great steak and a fantastic wine list.
It's a bit pricy, but it is worth it
The steak here is admittedly delicious，and one of the best I've had in town. Truly good. Its a shame that the sides are so average，dragging the score down. IThe chips seem to be of the frozen variety unless I'm mistaken，which is a bit disappointing. Desserts were hit and miss，the sticky date pudding was a hit and the lemon lime tart was a miss.
The best place I've ever been for a steak. Great hidden gem in Kew. If you're serious about steaks this place is a must. Would recommend to anyone
best steak in melbourne!
everything else (sides, service, desserts) is average at best. but the steak is really superb, the char on the meat is great.
Mine - in fact my whole family's - favourite restaurant in Melbourne! Cannot fault anything here. In the countless amount of times going here we've probably experienced only one single poor quality steak. The simple but addictively tasty sides of 2 salads and fries couldn't accompany better!
If sommelier Dejan can't find you a wine exactly to your taste on the huge wine menu I'd be extremely surprised, he definitely knows his stuff!!
Steak & wine - what more do you want!? Had the wagyu skinless sausage which was very flavoursome. The eye fillet steak was cooked beautifully, medium rare. The sides were great to help cut through all the meat. Staff were attentive. Downside was the 45 min wait for the food, but that's probably a given for a Saturday night.
Had a special "Tomahawk" on the bone. Succulent and cooked to perfection with excellent wine and cheese to finish off. Service was great and whole experience was enjoyable
Slightly Pricey but the quality was worth it.
If you enjoy steak, this is a definite must
I dont know where the best steakhouse in Melbourne is...but Ive been eating at this Kew steakhouse for over 20years and I reckon it would come close...if not, definitely be in the top 3 or 4 in Melbourne.
My favourite is their 1kg porterhouse new york cut steak.
Amazing steaks, great wine selection and good consistent service every time. This is our local steak joint, we love the old school decor too. A must try!
Great steaks and chips! Loved their scotch fillet every time and also need to recommend their sticky date pudding. Best I've ever had! I had a Pinot for wine which is the only one they have, it's perfect!
They specialise in steaks and must say they cook a very fine steak. Their wine list is absolutely exceptional and the staff are very knowledgeable about the right parings between your steak/food and wine.
The wine list is far more comprehensive than the menu I'd say.
The Steak is of a reasonable size and excellent quality, cooked perfectly.
My only criticism is that the steak your order is not so inclusive of other things like a salad or chips that you'd see at many other restaurants that serve more on quantity.
To complete your meal definitely order some side dishes to complement your steak otherwise you're going to finish your beautiful steak way too quick to be able to savour the wonderful flavour.
Add in a fine red wine to match the heartiness of the steak like a Shiraz or a Cabernet Sauvignon to slow down you meal. This place is best enjoyed slowly.
Had a great meal here on Saturday night. We ordered oysters, salmon and duck sausage to start and they were all great. The steaks for our mains were cooked to perfection, came with amazing side salads and chips (no one went hungry). They also have a very impressive wine list. Also have to put in a special mention to the amazing staff, really friendly and helpful!
One of the best steak we had in Melbourne! Love the Scotch fillet and it's a definitely a restaurant I would return when I'm craving for good steaks!
Great steak place - have not been there for a few years, returned last night and decor looked the same. Service was quick and staff were friendly. My scotch fillet was cooked to perfection - well done with a bit of pinkness. Loved the golden fried crispy chips!
GOOD: always love coming here, though we are biased because the waiters know us and we got engaged at this restaurant... but well before that, their steaks are out of this world. Their signature charcoal burnt taste hits the spot every single time.
BAD: sometimes it gets busy and the service level drops slightly, but the main issue is that once you eat here no other steakhouse will be able to meet your lofty new standards.
TASTY: scotch fillet done rare-to-medium.
My go to steak restaurant in Melbourne. A little bit of a trek out to Kew is well worth it. You will find both fine diners and those finished from a day on site. Steaks need no sauces and are cooked to perfection every time. The staff are almost too friendly (especially making sure you have a few drinks) but are also great to tell you which cut and how it should be cooked. Get here
A busy restaurant is always a good sign. Especially if it's on a weekday. So I was kind of excited to have my dinner here. The staff are extremely friendly giving suggestions on the drinks and steak. They don't shy to make small talks and make you feel comfortable.
The bread they serve is very fresh so is the coleslaw and lettuce they serve.
The fries are pretty good.
I had ordered for the eye fillet steak and asked them to get a medium cook on it. The steak is cooked in a charcoal grill (as the name suggests). So it has the taste and essence of a BBQ meat on a camping day. For those who don't like the chargrilled taste on the steak might not like it a lot. But for me, it was good. The meat was cooked and seasoned well.
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Busy local charcoal steak restaurant, with old school decor and atmosphere. Entree, we ordered the wagu sausages (soo good) and the smoked salmon was nice. Mains- I ordered the Scoth Fillet (recommended for those who enjoy well done steak- I asked for med-well). Don't start me about how steak should be eaten :P This is how I enjoy eating it. My steak had a really nice char taste to it and was still very tender. Our meals came with shared salad and chips. The salad was a let down, very basic and low budget and chips were nice and crunchy but nothing special. For dessert we ordered the sticky date pudding. This is our favourite dessert to share but unfortunately this is the only place I have to say was the worst sticky date I have eaten. When the dish came out i was like WOW there so much sauce *big smiles because most places are tight with it. But in this case, it was the sauce who let down the dish, it had a unique taste to it and not creamy at all. I feel for the price they charge (~$170 for two 2 entrees, 2 mains, 1 dessert, 1 glass of wine and 1 sparkling water) they need to improve on the presentation of the dishes and update their serving plates.
Two night sessions on Friday so you have to eat and leave if you book the early session. The service is quick so you have plenty of time to enjoy your meal and not rushed. More importantly, the food is seriously good.
We had a lovely evening here. The staff were very friendly as well as helpful when ordering our meals as well as wines. Meals arrived within 15 min and were delicious. Only thing I would say was the dessert were fairly average and the tables were extremely close together.
From all accounts of Charcoal Grill on the Hill, it sounded like a fine institution. As far as institutions, this one is certainly very old-school. The shopfront and the doorway is tiny, the walls inside are dark crimson, and painting in gold frames adorn the walls. We were a large group of 12, and we were seated at a table up the carpeted stairs, in the even more formal looking dining room.
From all accounts of Charcoal Grill on the Hill, it sounded like a fine institution. As far as institutions, this one is certainly very old-school. The shopfront and the doorway is tiny, the walls inside are dark crimson, and painting in gold frames adorn the walls. We were a large group of 12, and we were seated at a table up the carpeted stairs, in the even more formal looking dining room.
Been meaning to come here for a long time now and my wife booked it recently for my birthday.
Being a weekday, the place was half full and judging from some of the conversations and people, a lot were regulars and I can understand why.
I had the eye fillet medium rare and my wife had the scotch fillet medium (preggers) and they were both very very tasty. Side of chips and salad that comes with the meat comes in handy to fill you up.
Family run and the service was ok, can't fault them, but we generally don't ask for much anyway.
Before I rave about how good the steak ( had the porterhouse med rare... Yum) was, let me just say....try the truffle infused cheddar! It is amazing! Make sure you leave room after your perfectly cooked steak and delicious bottle of Durif to sample the cheese and try the cheddar! A great night out!
Love it here - first came 3 years ago, still just as good now :) great venue, easy for a mid-week steak or for an occasion. Service is excellent.
Good steak, small place, very old fashioned, service is average. Sausage is overpriced, grilled vegetables are terrible, however it is a steakhouse, so if only to review its steak, it is a 4.5, but everything else is a 3.
This place has a reputation for some of the best steak in Melb and of the 10+ time I have been here I aged every time. Really well aged and creamy steaks. Service is casual by good. Go here
I would have to say the best steaks in town. There's no mucking around at this place it's just simple quality meat at its absolute fineness
Have always loved coming here for an awesome steak! Consistently great food albeit wine list is a spurge but worth the $. Entrées and desserts not the forte but the steak is what makes you come back for more
An old-school steakhouse that have mastered their craft over the course of their existence in Kew. The list of cuts is comprehensive but you have nothing to fear, the staff are incredibly approachable and are trained to run through the menu with you. The wine list, equally impressive in length, has a pairing for every palate. Stay miles away from this place if you are vegetarian though!
Been here a heap of times, it's great food, solid service, in maybe 10years of going here, maybe had one average steak, always have the Scotch - I don't stray! It's awesome. I don't drink wine but if you do there is heaps of choice but ring lots of Tango ($$$) some over $1k !! Strawberry crepes are super and the chevaps, it's nearly always full so book. They bring a couple of bowls of salad-y looking stuff, but why?? Good job.
This place is amongst the crème de la crème of Melbourne's steakhouses, right up there with Rockpool, La Luna and Steer(on a good day though!). The steaks are given the good ole charcoal treatment, and you can pick the size of your steak, which is a big plus for me. Granted, the sides are rather ordinary and limited in terms of selection, but on a steak-centric basis this place is truly the bomb.
Still one of melbournes top 5 steak restaurants. I fricken love this place. So much better than Vlados & with a much better quality of beef. mmmmmmm... beef.
Come here get a dozen oysters followed by a big 900gm steak with chips & salad. smashing. So good, steak is well seasoned & perfectly cooked everytime. Just needs musterds. nom nom nom
Best steak I've had in Melbourne. Love the Chevapchichi and Duck sausages they are delicious ! Great selection of wines and staff are always friendly, definetly recommend this place !!
The duck sausage is my favorite. The steak cook perfectly. Staff are wonderful. Cost is moderate if you value quality. Highly recommend place to go.
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The prices are fairly high for food that is decidedly un-fancy. The steaks were worth every cent; however the rest of the offering was a bit lacking. I get the whole no-sauce-for-good-steak thing but it would be nice to have a few proper sides other than chips and lettuce. I will definitely come back but next time I won’t bother with entrees or desserts. Now I have to go to Rockpool and see how it stacks up…
Charcoal Grill on the Hill has long been a favourite of mine. I have fond memories of visiting this restaurant in my adolescence and eagerly devouring their 900 gram scotch fillets. What amazes me to this day is the mastery with which the steak is cooked.
Woweee that steak, one of the best I've had
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Still the best Chargrilled Steak in Melbourne. I would estimate that I have been here over 10 times in the last few years. The steak is consistently good, so consistent it gets my top vote for a chargrilled steak and I use this as my benchmark. Its not perfect as a restaurant, the steak is hand cut so yes they may vary if you compare yours to your mate, the sides are limited, I assume to make the steak the star and quality of service varies massively. The place is often packed, loud and cramped. The wine list is huge, thats not necessarily a bad thing but it does mean you need to know a little about wine, that said, if the owner is there he will give you his honest opinion on a good wine, often cheaper than you were prepared to pay. Its not fine dining by far, but it doesn't pretend to be. If you love steak and red wine and are prepared to pay above the average for the quality then treat yourself. If you are a vegetarian, can take or leave steak and red wine and want a fine dining experience there are other places that you will enjoy more.
Great steak!!! Love the flavour and service! Good quality food!
Awesome! Ate here last night and everything was great. Will definitely return! Beautifully cooked, delicious steak, superb wine and awesome cheese to finish.
SOLID STEAK. Have been a few times now, never disappoints. Ordered a medium rare Scotch fillet (500gm) this time, came out very quickly despite it being moderately packed. Was cooked a medium rare exactly the same as always. Served like a true steak with no sides and grilled wonderfully. Grilled vegetables were a little dry and probably not the greatest value as you get next to nothing. Chips were decent, but you go for the steak and not the entrees. Would recommend to everybody.
Best steak in Melbs... trust me I know. I've been to them all and this is consistently the best steak in Melbourne. Try get the more expensive ones on the menu you won't regret it. Excellent.
Best steaks in Melbourne. Have been eating here weekly and always on the mark. Steaks always cooked to perfection, chips are always cooked in fresh oil and the simple sides are great. For those who want sauce with your steak you are better off going to other steak joints where a backpacker who knows nothing about quality food let alone quality steak will serve you. Wine list extensive and cheese selection is great. Best thing - still family owned and operated where you always feel welcomed. Highly recommended.
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Great steak! Somewhat bland sides.. There is no doubting that the steak here is great. My wife had the scotch fillet, and I had the porterhouse. The scotch fillet was excellent, with lots of flavour due to the marbling and thinness. Mine, on the other hand, was too rare, particularly because it was a thick cut, and I asked for it to be cooked a little more. That's one heads up for this restaurant - in my opinion, they tend to cook the steak less than what you might expect elsewhere.
The sides were somewhat less spectacular. A bowl of pre-cut fries and a basket of lettuce and shredded cabbage accompanied the steaks separately. The shredded cabbage was the only novelty there. Mustard was available upon request, but no other toppings.
A note must be made about the wine list. Although I don't regularly drink wine, a diverse and interesting selection was available. I accompanied my steak with a bold Shiraz. The size of the glass itself though was massive!
Although I love a good steak, I think sides are somewhat important as well to give balance to the meal. If that's what your'e looking for, then I wouldn't head here. If it's just the meat your after though, and perhaps a good wine, then this gets a solid recommendation.
I finished the meal with a coffee, but it was nothing to write home about. Save yourself the trouble.
Went out for dinner here last night. It was the best steak we've ever had. Pricey but so worth the money. If you love your meat, you definitely should come for a visit. The meat is cook to perfection. So juicy and tender. No sauce needed really. Comes with a side salad and chips but didn't bother to take a photo. The meat is definitely the star. The service was excellent too. Thanks for having us.
I cannot fault my steak, it was cooked to perfection and like the waitress why do you need sauce? She was absolutely right.
Is it me or was the waiter with glasses seem bored to be there. I know one of the younger waiters yawned but i was like him so tired yesterday.
My dad's steak was not cooked medium well done as it was still pink but he loved the taste of it.
Big tip if you dine here is to NOT EAT THE BREAD ROLLS, save your appetite for the tasty steak menu.
Really good steak. Like really good - one of the best I've had. Doesn't need any sauce. However I've taken a star off because 1. It's so expensive. 2. The salad they serve with the steak was unremarkable.
Best steak I have ever had ... high quality meat cooked to perfection. Expensive? Yes, so I definitely won't go there every night but it is definitely now my go-to place for a top steak. Well worth the price.
Quality cut meats, moist grilled steaks, Tuscan vegetables and an elite wine list. Vibe is a buzzing venue with good energy. Service was brilliant too, a good laugh.
One of the best steak houses in Melbourne
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