Always a delight to dine at the Loading dock. I enjoyed my Middle eastern lamb salad - $19.90 which was a very large serving and filling and my friends as always found their their Spaghetti Marinara was delicious - $28.50 their only feedback was that the portion was slightly smaller then the previous time we dined here.
This was finished with Panacotta and Sticky date for dessert for $10.
Our food was pre ordered and we were served very promptly.
We tend to only dine here for special occasions as Michael and his staff provide great service.
Love the loading dock for a local fine dining experience! It sits on the beautiful Yarras edge marina and the service is always friendly, food is always fresh and delicious and we find the price reasonable for what it is. Our Friday night date goto.
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
+4.5
A bit out of the way from the main South Wharf restaurant precinct Loading Dock was the gem where I had lunch. I chose their Ravioli (spinach & ricotta along with home-made napoli sauce) at $23.50, followed by Panna Cotta with mixed berries at $10.90. The ravioli was moist & really enjoyable, served within 15 minutes of ordering & one could visibly see the steam rising from it (I dislike mildly warm food). The dessert didn't disappoint either, full of contrasting flavours & I loved the unique presentation of the strawberry. Service provision was fantastic by Chantelle, super friendly, chatty & polite as well as being efficient - when Loading Dock loses her they'll have lost a great asset. The vocal pop background music was at a suitable level and the ambiance was bright & cheery with plenty of window space.
Oct 14, 2016 - update
Popped in for a dessert having lunched elsewhere & tried their Sambuca Strawberries with ice cream at $12.90 and absolutely loved it, the Sambuca flavour was just strong enough not to ruin the flavour of the fresh strawberries on my palate.
The Juror's Verdict: Food 4.5/5, Service Provision 5/5, Will I return: Yes, definitely & soon.
Phill Jury (food critic & writer)
One of the best fish and chups in the area. The fish is flaky and well battered, serving with crispy chips and fresh salad. As a fish and chips lover i am totally satisfied with my selection!
Zomato is a dud. Unless the business pays, they list your negative reviews first. Considering it is 2015, I'm surprised. I thought extortion was a thing of the past. LOL.
Always consistent with regularly changing specials.
Regardless of day of week, the standard is good, A great default place, where you can be assured of a quality meal.
Tasty. Had a quick bite. Was surprised that a $20 starter came with 5prawns! (Was expecting 3) very tasty. Lovely light meal
Good home style cooked food. Love this place eat here often for dinner food is tasty especially the red curries or pastas or anything really great view of marina and parking is available at Sth wharf or on lorimer st
Great all round venue for functions. I recently held a function at Loading Dock for 26 people. They have a great menu with plenty of options at affordable prices to please everybody (salads, pizzas, pastas, steaks, paninis, etc.), the food is presented well and tastes great, the staff were always very helpful and friendly and the venue is fitted out well (although some may find it difficult to find and parking can be a challenge). I had high expectations of this venue which were exceeded and therefore I would not hesitate in holding another function here. Thanks to the team at Loading Dock.
Love it-love the food..steak and pasta polo...
Great quality in every criteria. Clean, well presented modern restaurant including the facilities, friendly and professional staff without any ego. Fair prices. Really wasn't a fan of the burger but the pizza is some of the best we've had worldwide. I would go there again and recommend to any local or visitor in Melbourne.
Great place, a true find. The service is excellent, staff are always very polite and welcoming, the food is superb and you also get a nice view. What more could you want? Highly recommended.
Good food, great location. Had spaghetti marinara and Caesar salad with chicken. Large portions. Prices about $20-28. Lovely staff.
Well managed, great staff, good food at a reasonable price. It's hidden away in a quieter part of Melbourne's river frontage and offers a different view of the skyline.
Great food and great service. Have eaten there twice now and am very happy.
Very friendly and accommodating staff, great views, good food, lots of light, not too noisy.
Very nice food, friendly staff nice atmosphere go back again,,,lamb rack yum.
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