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Bergerac French Restaurant
90/100 (1019 ratings)
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"Great French restaurant in the heart of Melbourne. Genuine French food, good choice of wines and typical French service. Loved the ambiance, a bit..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"Staff there were very polite and professional. Loved everything especially the duck breast. Duck was tender, moist and flavoursome and the cabbage on..."
Annie Leung
"Came to try Bergerac food for the first time. It was on Thursday night but it was not busy. I ordered Duck Config which was nicely cooked but would..."
Chiliong
"This is one of my favorite french restaurant in melborune. they have variety of traditional local french dishes.Good portion size and good..."
Akio Otsuka
"Have been to Bergerac twice, once at the original location on King St, and once at the new Lonsdale restaurant. Both times with my large family and..."
Feast Meets West
"I attended a work Christmas function at Bergerac. I ordered the steak tartare as an entree. The dish was deliciously balanced and the meat was..."
Karina J
"Mmmmm... French cuisine isn't my usual to-go, however due to a special occasion, I visited Bergerac with a few mates a while ago. My..."
HANNAH
"A traditional French restaurant serving up classic French food. The menu is very vast with meat, duck and seafood. I had the steak aux deux poivres..."
Bopnbeep
"My first experience with Bergerac was many years ago when the restaurant was still located on Melbourne's King Street. I was quite disappointed when..."
Melbourne Culinary
"Was very impressed with this French restaurant. The food is authentic, the staff very friendly. The escargot was delicious, the charcuterie..."
Chronicles Of A Foodie
"Now in Lonsdale Street in the legal precinct, a French restaurant a notch above 'bistro food' with a well tuned wine list and quality service, not..."
Gary
"Went to this place for the first time recently and love their lunch meal (two courses for $35). I tried the special porcini mushroom soup with..."
Yourmelbournefoodguide
"Went here for breakfast this morning before a job interview and was pleasantly surprised. This little restaurant is lovely. Staff are very friendly..."
Andrew
"I went there with the family on Monday night and being early in the week it was quiet. The ambiance is intimate and very French and the waiters have..."
Grenville Hudson
"That many people can't be wrong on a booked out Friday lunch hour!I was taken here by some colleagues (no photos) for a lunch after a long..."
YummyMummy
"The restaurant has transported me back to France... Great wine list, scallops deliciously paired with apples and the steak aux deux poivres was..."
Food For Thought
"We were entertaining some friends from the USA and Carole and I were anxious to show them a wide variety of the wonderful restaurants Melbourne has...."
Ron Matthews
"Just a great discrete venue with wide choice for wine and food wth a simple honesty evoking the quint essence of what you hope for. Well worth a..."
Anthony John
"I've only been to Bergerac for lunch and its never disappointed. During lunch time they have many bookings for business lunches, there's so many..."
Tracey @ NoWongFood
"I recently had dinner here with my group of friends. Even though it took a while to get someone to take our order, I have to commend the excellent..."
Sasha19
"This was a great French experience. Their best elements were indeed the mains and the deserts. However, the French onion soup fell slightly short on..."
Dean
"Authentic French restaurant that has been in melbourne CBD for ages.. Came here for lunch special and I enjoyed their tuna salad and salmon... Great..."
J88
"Thank you Guillaume and Julie for outstanding, friendly and efficient service. Thanks also to the chefs for a really beautiful meal. Should any of..."
Ann Kennedy
"Look no further than Bergerac if you're after traditional French cuisine with the French feel inside to match. Food was superb and the floor..."
Beccy's Adventures
"Recently renovated circa 1970, this place is a little gem. Beautiful food, pleasant service and very well priced - it won't disappoint. All jokes..."
Chicken
"Hidden gem traditional French.King Street in Melbourne usually doesn't evoke images of up-market, quiet dining. This is why it took me..."
Tiddalik
"Oui, un repas délicieux!!. Having recently returned from France, it was lovely to dine at an authentic yet homely French restaurant in the heart of..."
Maya Kawashima
"Traditional but different French cuisine. I had the duck dish and my partner had the veal. The duck was very tender and the sauce matched with it..."
Chatnoirmiaow
"Haven't tried a lot off the main menu, but their escargot and bombe Alaska are truly wonderful. A must try for these two..."
Jimmy Chew Food
"Lovely service, lovely food, lovely atmosphere. Wandered into Bergerac while searching for a good dinner place, and we were very pleased with our..."
Vivi S
"The salmon gravlax is another hit. Slices of smoked salmon are dotted with orange fish roe which provide a cleansing 'pop' of flavour. The toasted..."
Jenster
"Ok it's a little quirky but it's refreshing in its lack of conformity to modern decor. What is fantastic is the service, the value for money and the..."
Marc
"Old school is still stylish. It was our first time here. The decor is old school plush which is actually refreshing and suits a french restaurant...."
Souperman
"Their 2 course lunch deal is really good value at $28. Better yet, soft drinks are only $3.5 each which is unheard of at restaurants these days...."
Food_lover
"Nice one!. First time eating French, not disappointed, really enjoyed the duck dishes. Atmosphere is quite nice and the staff are on the..."
Stavman
"Incroyable. This place has become one of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne! The food is stunning, the ambience very convincingly French and the..."
Toru
"More than just Snails & wine. The battle for the final starter bread began, out of nowhere a french lady swamped in and collected the bread basket..."
Allen Tong
"My boyfriend took me here last night on our first night in Melbourne, and it didn't disappoint! The food is incredible - good sized servings,..."
Kat
"What a great place! I have been working across the road for over a year and I finally got there for lunch today. Having been in the Bergerac area..."
Hills
"One word and that is AMAZING!!! Everything about this place, the service, the lay out, the music and of course the food!!! I will definetly be going..."
Cassandra Lakis
"Frenchy. Walked past this place,thought we'd try lunch. Told waiter we didn't have a reservation, he still found us a table. We started with..."
Lance
"Old School. Went to Bergerac in January when all the trendy restaurants in Melbourne were closed for the holidays. My wife and I took my son and his..."
JDE
"Always great. I have had multiple business lunches here and the food, atmosphere, service were consistently perfect. I believe this is one of the few..."
Belgian Aussie
"Great food, fantastic service, excellent prices. A place I'll definitely be returning..."
Anthonymichaels
"A surprise awaits!. I've wanted to try Bergerac for a long time and I'm glad that I finally did. From the relatively small and relatively..."
Rennie
"Lunch. I came here with friends for the 2-course lunch special which is outstanding value.I had the French onion soup which was very..."
MelbourneMiss
"Great food, great service. Spot on with real French cuisine. Very well priced for the quality of food and..."
Simon Palazzolo
"Food is great, but you return because of the service - which is why I..."
Tim Lewis
"Perfect!. Fanatstic food, service and ambience...."
Fred Nirk
"Deliciousness requires time. I have been here several times now and the food has always been wonderful. I have invited friends to dine here many..."
Cynthia Lee
"Fantastic in every respect. The oysters were plump and flavoursome, and the crab ravioli in a crab bisque and the scallops on a leek fondue were..."
Taste Bud
"Incredible. I have eaten here a number of times and have never been disappointing. The service is exceptional and the food unbelievable. Highly..."
Linda
"All the food is good. ...and the bomb alaska is..."
The_d_rock
"Amazing Food. My partner and I have been to Bergerac on a number of occasions, and have always found it to be excellent, if slightly in need of a..."
Stuart Quinn
"A little piece of France. French wines, waiters and food tres..."
Greg Davis
"Great food kitchy atmosphere. Haven't been to a French restaurant in years. Service was great, constant bread put on table without asking. Delivery..."
Jeff
"Last christmas' dinner. Note: This is a very late reviewI went here with a group of friends last Christmas because we made a late decision..."
Jess Liauw
"Great food. We had been wanting to try French for so long and seeing how highly recommended this place came. The service was brilliant, the food was..."
Fred
"My god this restaurant is so French !!! You think your in Paris rather than Melbourne. No, strike that, way better than your average Paris tourist..."
PedroY
"Surprisingly good. A very French like restaurant except for the serve sizes. Serves are large and generous and does not sacrifice overall taste...."
Oyster
"Worth visiting. Food was excellent. good use of olive oil. Bread is delivered to the restaurant fresh every day; i know, I walk by in the mornings to..."
Anthony Francis
"Bombe Alaska!!!. .Pro's:- No weird stuff like frogs legs- Seafood bisque to die for- Dessert favourite = Bombe Alaska- Good..."
CMcP
"Great Oyster, it happened to be the Chef’s suggestion with Tasmanian style. The taste for the steak is not as expected with too much black..."
Andy Hou
"I never had such exotic desserts before 😍 They were so yummmmm and different. We just tried sautéed mushrooms and desserts and I would definitely..."
Markande Shruti
"Oyster of the day Champagne & Leek was delicious! Entree of the day Quail Charcuterie platter Terrine, rillettes, pâté, prosciutto, saucisson &..."
Maria T
"Excellent food, been here twice and loved it both times. Great traditional French..."
Sarah Zivkovic
"We have been going to Bergerac for years, they never disappoint! The food is outstanding and I love that the staff are French too! Definitely..."
Jackie Brown
"Great food. Intimate settings! Good service. Will come..."
Tony H
Philippe
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"Service is fantastic and the food is just out of this world!!! I ordered 4 meals and also had a taste of my partners and each dish was 10/10. It's..."
Resh Anagnostopoulos
"I've been following Chef Phillipe around Melbourne since the early 90's and have never been disappointed by his food, charm and service team. His..."
Rob Liali
"I've been busting to get here since it opened. The wait and anticipation was well rewarded with the service and food. The staff were all lovely and..."
Philip Smith
"An Amazing place ! The food and atmosphere is something special If you are in Melbourne , please take the time to enjoy the magic it is so worth it..."
Marc Abjean
"25 years ago, Philippe Mouchel prepared our first French dinner at Paul Bocuse at Melbourne Central after we were married. We returned to eat at..."
Lillian Lowe
"The service was warm and attentive. Loved Philippe's menu offering and the wine list. Felt like I was in a bistro in France rather than in Melbourne!..."
Wanda Hernadi
"Just as amazing second time around! Food was great, atmosphere was great, service was great ! Would..."
Rose Dickinson
"An amazing experience and one that should be high on the foodie wish list. The particular dinner we went to was a culmination and hommage to the..."
Michael Piscopo
"A truly special evening. The walls, which once housed Jamie Oliver's Fifteen Melbourne, have been transformed in to a French Bistro, the open kitchen..."
Emilie Rosenberg
"We had a lovely dinner (wedding anniversary). Great food & service. We happened across “Phillippe” by chance, while out looking for somewhere to..."
Ian Spencer
"Simply the best chef in melbourne, probably aus. Can't wait to get back . Great service great..."
Jason Skeels
"Was recommended to us and we had a wonderful evening. Food was fantastic. Wait staff were friendly. And would like to say a special thank you to our..."
Nicole Stanley
"Have visited quite a few times, and never once been disappointed. The chicken is incredible, but then again, so is everything else.... Thanks to..."
Damian Young
"After a disappointing first experience, Philippe Mouchel personally invited us back for a fantastic second experience. The food was beautiful as..."
Viv Hart
"Everything is fabulous - menu, presentation, wine list, staff, restaurant setting. Could not fault..."
Heather McLean
"Well looked after, arriving early and spent time at the bar having a drink...Staff helpful and friendly. Food mostly excellent, with only a few minor..."
Neil Hunt
"Amazing food and good wine list! Best is to start off with..."
Alexis Jiyoung Lee
"Beef eye fillet cooked to..."
Claudia S
"The porterhouse steak was perfectly cooked to medium rare, the entree was delicately delicious and..."
Kelvin Yuanhao Li
"Went here for Valentine’s Day and it’s the first time I had French in Melbourne. Everything was cooked so perfect and so well, the ceviche was..."
Ciao
"Dined at Philippe and opted for 5 courses of signature Philippe dishes. 🍽 Pâté en croûte - pork and chicken pate which is very..."
SouthEastEater
"Oysters in sea water jelly is recommended and the Escargots are beautiful. Should try to duck breast! First time in this restaurant and it gives me a..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"‘Philippe’ by Paul Bocuse trained Chef, Philippe Mouchel, is a great place to celebrate a special occasion (or any other for that matter) with..."
Foodinfocusz
"The food was delightful and delicious. The canard duck breast rotissoire with mango was so creative, and so much fun to eat!! Can’t wait to have it..."
Ji Song
"Came here at lunch, but didn’t opt for the lunch set (very economic). My brother and I ended up ordering 150 or so but really enjoyed our food. The..."
Foodie Takes Melb
"The oyster sea water jelly was so fresh when have it together with the sauce. For the entree we had the wagyu beef tartare and it was so fresh as..."
Cindy
"Nice French restaurant.  Had lovely pate, steak with Bearnaise sauce, chips were delicious, also I adored the terrine.  Lovely onion soup and..."
Helen
"What an amazing restaurant, located down a lane way off Colins Street down stairs basement. Friendly staff with great service. The atmosphere was..."
Paul J Fisher
"The service at Philippe is great, perfect for date nights. Fresh oysters and the wagyu steak with bearnaise sauce is to die for! Would highly..."
Tasteforyourbuds
"Sorry about the poor photo as it does not do it justice of how amazing the food was accompanied by fantastic staff. Highly recommend if you love your..."
Daniel
"We had a spectacular experience for our first French dining. My partner and I came here for my birthday dinner and ordered two entrees and mains,..."
Sarah Tan
"Haven’t been here for ages. I was told by a friend that they would have a jazz night every first Monday of the month. We were sitting at the bar,..."
Priscillia
"My friend recommended Philippe as one of his favourite French restaurants a few years ago. My partner wanted to take me out for a nice birthday..."
Jolene Lim
"Booked the restaurant last minute vis phone as we’d heard some good news at work. The front of house was very friendly and I asked him whether they..."
AnotherAsianAbroad
"Walking down the stairs through this lit doorway you are met by a warm room and host. Its much bigger than you realise from the outside.-..."
Hungry Princess
"I’ve never had French food before but I had really high expectations. Sadly I don’t think my palette enjoyed the food as much as everyone else..."
Minhee
"Best French restaurant ever. I've been here multiple times but never bothered to review it. Oysters are cheap and fresh at $2 a pop. Presentation and..."
Karen
"We took part in the Taste of France worldwide event which was a 4 course set menu. We added a bottle of wine from their well priced list which had..."
Robin
"This is one of my favorite french restaurant in Melbourne! Great food and great service!I have been here almost 10 times already!They have..."
Akio Otsuka
"Decided to try french cuisine for the first time. Was pleasantly surprised.Service and food was great. We had to try the escargot but all..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Bon Appétit 🍽 Came here to celebrate boo birthday 🎂🎉 It is our first time dining in a proper French restaurant, and I am glad that I made..."
Little Picky Very Hungry
"Ordered: fois grais, chocolate fed wagyu, lamb, fries and pea salad LIT!⭐️: the star of the show was definitely the chocolate fed..."
Jennitals
"The food is fairly typically French, very well prepared. Service is professional and attentive and the atmosphere is cozy and comfortable. Main gripe..."
Mark Russell
"Quality ingredients cooked superbly for $40 for two courses including a 250ml carafe of wine, has to represent the best value for money in Melbourne..."
Srslyfoods
"Excellent value 2 or 3 course lunch menu plus wine/beer, especially for the high quality French cuisine and fine dining experience. The perfect place..."
Tilley Eats
"My boyfriend and I came back for our second anniversary! Absolutely in love with the food and the service is amazing. We would recommend the Tables..."
Serena Cheung
"Wow. Dined here today and had the $50 three course menu which includes a 250ml carafe of red/white wine or draught beer. This has to be the best..."
Andy's Fancy
"Melbourne is spoilt for choice for French cuisine and, in the CBD, Philippe has the combination of an intimate venue and a classic French dining..."
Explore.Melbourne
"To quote my partner after our dinner here ‘That was so yummy, I’m actually shocked!’ We had the natural oysters, the foie gras pate, the wagyu..."
Thi
"Staff: 4.5/5Food: 4.5/5 Ambience: 4/5Will I return: Definitely when I crave for some French food Our new favourite French..."
AllyBelly
"I’d been here three times now, once for lunch and twice for dinner. Each time I was impressed with their service and attentiveness.The..."
Acky
"Love the quail & foie Gras parfait, as well as the duck rotissoire especially! The duck was cooked so well. Delightful dinner with attentive service...."
T Collins
"The perfect venue for either a weekday client meeting or date night on a cold winters evening. Whilst the tables in the restaurant are great, I find..."
Evelyn Yong
"Took my son for his 23rd b'day last night.  As we have lived in France for 2 years we do know how French cuisine.   Ambiance, wait staff, food,..."
Teresa
"4.5 It hided deeply in a small lane and down in the basement so I couldn’t find it out earlier. Food are sooo good ( fresh ingredient,..."
5ilverr
"Came across these guys on the Entertainment book and when I saw the four rating thought that it was the go for lunch. We had the 2 courses for $40 pp..."
Bun's Food Diaries
"Was good experience. Food was great. The only problem was when I was paying which was 179 dollars and before I could enter the pin the amount became..."
Anan Du
"I have visited this resturant a few times and the quality of the food is very consistent and I have not been disappointed. The staff are very good..."
Craig Campbell
"The service was very good.  The food was divine.  The lunch menu is great value.  The rare steak and mash potato (from heaven) was beautiful.  An..."
Cassandra Highfield
"This restaurant is owned by the same chef that used to do the Brasserie at Crown. Nice comfortable place to dine with your friends and have..."
Food Junkie
"Had an amazing dinner with friends here last night. Started at the bar with a expresso martini and then had a wonderful bottle of Sancerre. Oh how I..."
Victoria Joy Garner
"We recently dined at Philippe, a French restaurant by Philippe Mouchel, located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD. We had quite high expectations..."
One Piece Left
"Lovely restaurant with delicious food and excellent service.Colourful and creative plating.Service: 4/5Food: 4.5/5Ambiance:..."
Sweet.connoisseur
"The food  and ambience at Philippe's is beautiful, each morsel is savoured and prepared with care. We were a group of 10 and were put up in the..."
Mary Michael
"On side alley off Collins St, the blue & white coq does signal the way.Delicious food, classic French but with extra added punchy..."
Affogato Addiction
"It was Mr Burberry’s birthday and he wanted to try Phillipe since he’s been hearing great things about it so onward we went for some french..."
Linnie Eats All The Food
"Despite the restaurant being full and well into its second sitting by the time of our booking, the service was faultless, as were all of the dishes..."
Enjoy It
"I haven't had a lot of French food in my life so I can't really compare it with anything. However, my mum has been to Phillipe multiple times and..."
Josephine
"An amazing restaurant with a beautiful interior. I loved the plant wall and the booth seating. The service was very efficient and professional yet..."
Unravelled
"Booked last minute for 9pm dinner on Saturday and the restaurant was available. We decided to go with 3 course degustation menu which was $70 per..."
Hungry Sloth
"Service great and attentive. Bread and butter delicious, entrees delicious, mains generous size. Havent tried many French restaurants so have nothing..."
Suburb Review
"Came for here for work lunch, the atmosphere is great, good selection on lunch set menu and fabulous wine selection :) the tartare are well seasoned..."
~Happy Neko~
"Thank you for a wonderful dining experience, came here for my partner's birthday. This place felt like a hidden gem. From the beginning til the end I..."
Jess T
"Last week we came here for a birthday dinner and ordered a lot of food because there was 6 of us. We have the bread and butter as a complimentary..."
Kira Dinh
"Philippe is a good option for French cuisine. Not like standard French restaurants with tiny portion, Philippe's plates are big! Love the food here...."
Emmmma Llove Food
"In terms of French bistro food Philippe Mouchel is the undisputed king. PM24 was one of my favourite places to dine so I was excited to try his..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Nice place for a French meal. Just located off Collins street it provides a cozy and nice atmosphere. Must try the truffle chicken it is amazing!..."
Ilovefoodsomuch
"I love it so much. Excellent environment and service! Super good service ever. Chicken breast so soft and the skin is not oily. Fantastic display..."
Kitty Chau
"What a nice place to dine in. Situated in a basement on Collins Street, this place is so inviting. The staffs are great and frindly. We ordered..."
A Black Sheep
"Best fine dinning had thus far... we've been to Dinner by Heston and Vue de Monde to name a couple but can't help comparing to Philippe! Every dish..."
Jen
"Beautiful! So glad that Phillipe reopened in the city especially after he closure if PM24. Food is always cooked on point and service is always..."
Happyley
"Great food, atmosphere and service. A rare combination to find all three at such a high level. Wine list and wine matching are unpretentiously..."
Graham Mirabito
"If you are looking for some of Melbs best duck then look no more. The texture of the duck was Devine, I just kept on eating. Every dish hit the spot..."
MrMena
"Had an amazing experience at Philippe from start to finish. The interior of the restaurant is not what you expect when you first walk in. The open..."
Apurwa Sarve
"We booked Philippe Bistro Bar for a special occasion and found it behind a heavy glass door - actually in George Parade - downstairs under the..."
Sneha Arora
"With a city full of fusion menus, from all corners of the globe it's refreshing to experience a little bit of tradition and dine at restaurant that..."
Phil Kelley
"If you want to eat a good French that the place to be ! Food is fine and tasty the way you expect it from French cuisine. Service is outstanding..."
Nasta Parodi
"absolutely wonderful dining experience right from the reservation stage ... making a booking was a breeze whether it's through the restaurant's..."
David Weng Yew Wong
"Perfect Cocktail by professional Bartender Jonathan. Great service!!!!!. Nice food and good presentation. Absolutely go back again. Highly..."
Pharisa Janphuangtong
"Greeted at the door and walked through a beautiful dining room. Service was amazing. Not pretentious , smiles and great menu knowledge start to..."
Onlymidrare
"Best French food in Melbourne.Can not get enough of this great place. ..."
Dinner Out
"Classic French fair. Everything was cooked perfectly and the service was attentive. It lacked a wow factor for me. Wine list, especially the..."
Edward Schweitzer
"Went to Philippe last night for my birthday dinner. Had a lovely night but there were a few negatives. Positives- the quality of the food. I..."
Kate Dougherty
"This place has been on my list for yonks! Finally got to go here for a birthday dinner and it was definitely worth the wait. Menu was small but all..."
M. T.
"My second visit to Phillipe and it was as amazing as the first. The service is impeccable and the food is divine. I had the rotisserie chicken which..."
HG
"Walked in off the street because of the sign in front promising cocktails and cheese. Expected a bar, but walked down into a gorgeous restaurant..."
Krill3Ways
"Since the exciting news earlier this year that Philippe Mouchel was back, I've been waiting for the perfect occasion to dine at Philippe and tonight..."
Farzana
"Philippe, a little hidden gem! French, one of my favourite cuisines. My partner once tried their famous chicken rotissoire a long time ago, and one..."
Nibble And Wander
"What a fancy little French place! I took my friend here for his birthday. If you want a reasonable hour to go for dinner, book at least a week or two..."
Shoo Shoo
"Fantastic experience, from start to finish. Started with the foie gras, followed by a succulent wagyu steak, and finished with an incredible oeuf a..."
Shaun
"Happily the trend to dainty little plates of food is over. This restaurant epitomises food you really want to eat.  It's hearty and yet prepared..."
Jason
"French cuisine seems to be experiencing a bit of a renaissance here in Melbourne and I love a good French classic. I dined at Philippe on a Monday..."
Minda Barley
"The best steak in Melbourne. Truly the world standard steak. Oysters are also creamy and thick in taste. Never had this kind before. Service is..."
Nakamura
"My fiancee and i were big fans of PM24 and Deja Vue, so it was only a matter of time before we dropped past Philippe to give it a go.The..."
Paul D
"Amazing food and service, great value for money. Chef Philippe Mouchel never disappoints. I have been waiting since the closure of PM24. If you are..."
Wensta
"A pricey but excellent restaurant. A fairly traditional menu. I had rack of lamb which was excellent. Only disappointment was the Oefs la Neige...."
Jimbo
"I think dining here is a bit like going to see an orchestra perform the classic symphonies. It's not hip or 'on trend', but you soon remember how..."
JH
"All I can say is WOW! We visited Philippe for a special occasion and we were completely blown away by the food and service! This is one of the best..."
Emma Zeeno
"It does not get much better!Philippe’s is an ultra high quality French cuisine based restaurant, of which Philippe Mouchel is the..."
Ron Matthews
"We had dinner at Philippe one weeknight. The fitout is familiar as not much has changed since the Brooks days (I do desperately miss Nic Poleart's..."
Bellyporking
"As a very big fan of Philippe Mouchel previous restaurants i was very excited to see back in front of the pass. We entered and were greater with very..."
FoodFoodFood
"I saw the hype for this restaurant and was a bit discouraged by the rating initially. Did some detective work and only to find a diner (hater)..."
Justin Wong
"Great night with a few mates for dinner and were treated to the private dining room. The food we had was excellent - highlights for me were the duck..."
Falcman
"The environment: 5/5 experience watching Philippe himself passionately looking after the operations of the restaurant all night. The place/decor had..."
Misa
"Excellent service with knowledgeable waiter. The owner greeted us as we were ushered to our table. Oysters were fresh, the escargot delish and the..."
Jerard Ng
"We started with the charcuterie platter - enormous and with a wonderful range. Sensational air-dried beef and local salami, rillettes and soft..."
Lilipealea
"Food and service was good but not great, prices are pretty high for standard French food. The decor itself is pretty boring though, very 1990s...."
Carl The Truth
"Philippes is a ok restaurant with the accompanying service, ambience and wine list housed in the old Jamie Oliver's 15 locale opposite Il Solito..."
Boccadellaveritas
"Excellent French restaurant by our world's renowned French chef Philipe Mouchel! Featured on Herald Sun as Melbourne's best French restaurant and..."
J88
"Philippe is a brand new French restaurant in the heart of Melbourne, which has taken over the space which once belonged to Brooks of Melbourne. The..."
Melbourne Culinary
"Came with friends last Saturday evening, the experience was excellent. I love the Escargots the most, the green parsley crust and tomato mint with..."
Jayleejing
"Opened just in time for a special occasion dinner! We had the chestnut velouté, chicken and eye fillet plus chocolate fondant and almond blanc..."
Miffy
"We were lucky enough to snag the last two seats on the second night of service which were the best seats in the house - the kitchen bar.I was..."
Jess Chi
"What a treat. As a rule, French is generally one of the last cuisines I lend myself to, as I find it too rich.Chef has definitely changed my..."
Mans C
"Beautiful thoughtful food in a lovely if a little too brightly lit environment. The food was really perfect, the staff seemed little nervous but very..."
Melbourne Foodie
"On a freezing night we entered a beautiful warm dining room where we were greeted by friendly service and Philippe himself. The food was stunning. We..."
Eazy Over
"A little French bistro in the heart of Melbourne. When you walk downstairs it immediately takes you away from Melbourne and you could for a second..."
Dalena Pham (msdalena)
"We had an incredible experience at Philippe. The service was fantastic and the food was even better. Portions were very large and the flavours were..."
Fiona Ku
"Ordered a bunch of dishes and my Fav was the duck breast! Super tender and crispy. The snail was really good too loved the garlic tomato flavours and..."
Ruby
"Great service, relaxed atmosphere, French food cooked with passion and attention to detail. The duck is the go to dish here and it did not..."
Simon Williams
"Celebrating a 22.02.2022 birthday couldn't have been better at Philippe. Spencer served us with his best attention and so did the rest of the crew...."
Weina Ang
"Perfect date night dinner in the city for French cuisine. Everything was top notch. If you head early there happy hour oyster for $2 which was an..."
Judy Bang
"Philippe 🇫🇷 - Artisanal sourdough bread from Laurent bakery & French butter (Complimentary) - Burgundy snails cocotte en persillade, garlic &..."
Mashi_soyo
"We had an exceptional experience at Phillipe. The food is overwhelmingly excellent - you will not be disappointed! Pictured is the cured salmon..."
James Tockuss
France Soir
87/100 (2273 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
French
European
French
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Confit
Oyster
Creme Brulee
Calamari
Chocolate mousse
Mussels
Steak Tartare
Profiteroles
Crepes
Steak Frites
French onion soup
Tuna
Beef Bourguignon
Calamares
Snails
Crème Brulée
Salmon
Beef
Quenelle
Fish
Pork
Tarte Tatin
Foie gras
Entrecote
French Fries
Dumplings
Prawns
Salad
Lamb
Scallops
Escargot
Duck
Duck Confit
Sit down
French
European
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
After-hours
Dinner
Fine Dining
"Wonderful evening in Paris at this Melbouorne institution. We haven’t been for ages as we have a favourite French brassiere down the road but..."
MalvernCustomer
"LIT! 🔥: customer services was great here. The waiter was so funny and cheerful. Of 5 mains we tried, the stand out dish was the duck and..."
Jennitals
"love our visit to France Soir, it is like being transported back to Paris. The whole ambience, the squashed in tables, the noise, the waiters. The..."
Srslyfoods
"First time dining at France Soir and it was absolutely excellent. The waiters were friendly and very attentive and the food was..."
Anna0083
"Nice meals and reasonable price. Friendly staff. Definitely would go..."
Shirll
"Great selection of dishes and good..."
Reem
"The atmosphere was amazing felt like I walked into France as soon as I got, which was a great touch. Also food was great, snails and tartare very..."
Dee Tuncer
"Feels like being in Paris. Great old school hospitality, simple food done well. Favorite meal here is a starter of snails, followed by the rib eye..."
Greg Stan
"If this restaurant was in Paris and you were lucky enough to eat in it, you would return to Melbourne and rave to all your friends how you discovered..."
Roachpeter34
"I came here with a friend for a weekday lunch so we had most the restaurant to ourselves. My friend convinced me to try the escargot which I actually..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"The restaurant is perhaps a little too cramped, and the bar stools inconveniently located, but this restaurant certainly delivers a good French..."
Carlo Boscia
"Great meal on a busy Saturday night with friends. Service was great and efficient. Nice to see some real French fair such as 'ris de veau' on the..."
Anne L
"Foods were delicious, very traditional and classic french dishes.Very friendly customers and I love talking with..."
Akio Otsuka
"Excellent service & a great atmosphere, steak was well cooked however, very fatty. Duck was wonderful. Side sauces also lovely. Overall a lovely..."
Bridget
"My favourite place in the world for lunch and dinner. Food, wine, service... fantastique!! They’re specials are always amazing... eye..."
Lalita Saiprania De Palma
"I think my expectations for France-soir was very high. The food was really great but not as amazing and I believed it would be. Ive had better set..."
Saza_Lives_To_Eat
"Have visited on every trip to Melbourne this cozy french establishment. Wine list the size of a phone book perfect if one should wish to try..."
Hungry Koala
"Went there for celebration my 32rd birthday, the food is amazing, oysters is so delicious and fresh! Must go there again!!!Absolutely love..."
Jasmine Wu
"I think I understand why some customers complain that the wait staff at France-Soir are rude and arrogant. It’s because those customers have no..."
Honeylishuss
"One of the few places I like for French . The food here is exceptionally done , simple with traditional techniques . We always get the steak and..."
Vivian
"Best French restaurant in Melbourne! The snails are very tender and juicy. Scallops and mussels is the must order dish. Tina tartare is fresh. We..."
Yibei Jessie Shen
"This place is the best! I went here when I was very young and remembered it being full of live! Again I have come on my birthday and it has the same..."
Sassyfoodqueen
"Well this is one of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne. Tough call considering the amazing food we have! I always get the goats cheese croutons..."
Danya Gamliel
"This week was about the 10th time that I have been to France Soir and I have enjoyed it every time. It is always so busy at dinner which means that..."
3121Foodie
"Variety wine list !service is great!food is amazing! Favourites is paper scotch fillet ,sauce is perfect and 100% match with steak! Definitely it’s..."
Superfoodie
"It's been years since I've been here and the food is still as good as ever. I had an eye fillet which was melt in your mouth tender and cooked..."
Hungry Tum
"Went for lunch with a friend and it was so good had to come back for lunch only a couple days later. Very solid food that’s not trying too hard and..."
James
"Wow wow wow, I’ve only visited this Melbourne institution once but what an experience. If you like authentic French food, service with an accent,..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Very busy small restaurant. Excellent selection of food and wines . We all had steaks and they were perfectly cooked. The staff were friendly and..."
Victor Lee
"Very busy little French bistro, but the quality is spot on. Serve traditional and authentic French food. We really enjoyed their steak, which was..."
Ye Liu
"Took my wife here for dinner a few months ago and the food was great. They had a good selection of wine and food on the menu. We will be back for..."
Feed_me
"Hectic, romantic, comforting, fun, delicious, exciting.All can be used to describe this joint on any given weekend.A legit no bullcrap..."
12345678910
"Very busy and a little bit squishy but boy does the food make up for it. The beef tatare is fantastic as are the mussels and the confit duck. Only..."
Blakeseats
"Francesoir what can I say but d'excellence! This is my favourite French Restaurant in Melbourne. I normally frequent at a lunch time with..."
FoodieGuru_770
"As mentioned, my most recent trip to Melbourne was far more organised and well researched (i.e. I spent hours pouring over other peoples reviews and..."
Espresso&Matcha
"Traditional French restaurant,every dish were so authentic,the snail 🐌 and the pepper steak is the highlight 👍🏻 will coming back for sure..."
Good Food Guy 😋
"They offered 2 sittings -6 & 8pm and very busy however the tables are a bit too close together. An amazingly extensive drinks list from around the..."
Helen
"Melbourne has no shortage of French restaurants, ranging from the small French diners and bistros to the finest of dining venues. One of these is..."
Melbourne Culinary
"Three decades on ..... impressive wine list.A few times we've been in, mostly for business lunches.Their steaks, although it's nothing..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"I am not a big fan for French food but I love France-Soir. The menu is very extensive which offers a lot of choices for dinners. I particularly love..."
Emi Sui
"Few restaurants stay open for 30 plus years and France-Soir is one of them. Possibly best steak frites around and one of the better wine lists...."
Camila
"This was our first time to France Soir and it will not be our last. From the wait staff to the owner to the food, and the incredible wine list - this..."
Sneha Arora
"Really nice intimate french restaurant. The fact that the tables are so close together makes it for a fun dining experience also. Food was excellent..."
Gursharan Chana
"France-Soir has been a Melbourne institution since it opened in 1986. I have also wanted to go. A good friend of mine who is a regular invited me...."
King Of King St Jr
"was craving french onion soup so popped by on a sunday night at 6pm.onion soup - great depth of flavour but was hoping the cheese bread..."
Jonathan Ong
"Beautiful intimate French restaurant. The place is quite packed but it stays true to the French ambience. Staff are attentive, and nothing to..."
Cynthia Giang
"French, frencher, frenchiest. France Soir is a long standing restaurant with excellent food, that has cemented its place, regardless of their..."
M For FOOD And Drinks Occasionally.
"I remember coming here as a little girl with my mum for Mother's Day or another special occasion and it hasn't changed! France-soir started my..."
Lily
"Very cool service, friendly and professional. Steak was very tender , duck breast was delicious. Have to book table all the time, or wait for..."
More Sin
"Amazing food. French onion soup rivals those in Paris. Steak and frites were delicious and mousse desert still makes me salivate. Only downside is..."
Dani
"When you walk into the restaurant, it definitely feels like France. Cute, old school, freezers/fridges of their selection of cheese and cold meat at..."
Nibble And Wander
"The French. The grandfathers of gastronomy today and the master’s of all things cookery. Smiths of the finest pastries, the most complex wines, the..."
Kieren ORiley
"Great steak! The food here is excellent. My friend had a duck dish and had absolutely no complaints about it. Only downside is the tables are about..."
Reality
"Never ceases to amaze me how this institution has been around for decades and hasn't dwindled in quality once. Our family go to France Soir a couple..."
Filet De Boeuf
"Went here for valentines day. Food was good and mushroom sauce goes off. 1st guy to serve us was pretty kb, but 2nd guy wasnt as cool and was..."
Hood Critics
"Very traditional French style restaurant that lives up to the hype. Intimate space with white linen table clothes and exclusively French staff. I..."
Kate Dougherty
"This is a long over due review but the steak frites was probably one of the best I have had in Melbourne. Scotch fillet was perfectly cooked with the..."
JJ
"Superb food and service, went early Jan and the staff were incredibly knowledgeable in all things wine. Incredibly good value. At 100-120pp it's..."
Paul Ianovski
"Dined here with a group of friends on New Year's Eve 2016. It is licensed and the French wines recommended by the waiter were great. Dishes of the..."
Little One
"Another Melbourne institution. Always busy. Always crammed in like sardines. "Service" is the French way... All the classic dishes. Plenty of..."
Stretts
"If you like your authentic French cuisine, this is a must try in Melbourne. Great atmosphere, great food, good wine selection and reasonably..."
KingHung Hii
"Look at the walls full of pics of the rich and famous and you know you are in good company here at France-Soir! The whole experience is..."
MandyToorak
"Hadn't reviewed anything for a while so thought I'd dust off the old Zomato account and write about last night's dinner at France-Soir...for a random..."
Matthew Cork
"A place I would think of if I'm feeling for French food and the hours are late. Little restaurant in south yarra. I love their bread and their fries..."
Secret Taster
"The eye fillet steak is one of the nicest I have ever had, I could have cut it with a butter knife. It is certainly not a cheap menu and the place..."
Emma Shaw
"True French cuisine, great service, nice staff, great atmosphere. The food was fantastic. Highly recommended. We had the snails, they were cooked..."
Colipot85
"The bread here is amazing. I also had the calamari which was great too. I think overall the richer food like cheese / steak would be amazing here but..."
Rebecca R
"Had Sunday lunch here yesterday and as always the food and service was consistently great. It's a solid, reasonably priced bistro and should be on..."
FridayFoodie
"If you look through my other reviews I have been on the hunt for Melbourne's best steak and ladies and gentlemen we have a winner! From the size of..."
Patrick Sham Yuen
"Nostalgically French! Great vibe created by the chatter of a full restaurant. Each meal we ordered seem to get better as the courses went on. Muscles..."
Nunzio Bagnato
"Classic French dining experience - a little bit chaotic but with great vibes. Most of the dishes we tried were great, except for the steak that came..."
Vivian
"Absolutely classic French restaurant that has been an established bistro for many years. The interiors and atmosphere were fabulous & relaxed. The..."
Nina Gao
"The food speaks for itself! If you’ve missed travelling these last 2 ½ years, be confident in knowing that you don’t have to leave the country..."
Alwyn Holt
"Oh my god! This is one of the best dinners I have had in Melbourne! The service was impeccable and the food so tasty and traditional! Thank you again..."
Isabella Frezza
"Had a great lunch experience here. It was busy and full but The staffs were very welcomed and tried their best to get us table ( we didn't make..."
intan kieflie
The European
83/100 (2725 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Australian
Central European
Central European
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Brunch
Juice & Smoothies
Duck
Arancini
Oyster
Steak Tartare
Risotto
Tuna
Juice & Smoothies
Paella
Salmon
Cakes
Beef
Lamb
Foie gras
Bruschette
Pesto
Polenta
Pancakes
Fish
Eggs Benedict
Pork
Toasts
Pasta
Omelette
Salad
Crab
Sit down
Australian
European
Central European
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Dog Friendly
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
After-hours
Mid-range
"Went here last night with a partner and absolutely loved the service and the food! The sardine entree was divine, full of flavour and very fresh. We..."
Jacinta
"I came across this lovely restaurant and just entered to have a sit. I decided to have a cup of coffee and then a small dish to eat for lunch. I..."
Phan Nữ Uyên Nhi
"Not perfect but the atmosphere this restaurant exudes makes up for it. We love that the furniture is a bit rickety, it's small and tight spaced..."
Rennie
"Last night we dined at The European on Spring street for a family birthday. This elegantly fronted building is equally elegant on the inside and..."
Espy Eats
"European in Spring street. One of the most famous restaurants in Melbourne city. A lot of business men get together during the lunch time for..."
Steven Gu
"Have been here a few times, most recently for dessert on a Saturday night. We shared the bombe Alaska for two and it was simply delicious. My hot..."
Aubrey
"Went for business lunch. Amazing wine and food. Lovely spot for casual lunch as well and beautiful collection of wine. We had lunch special mani and..."
FBriacliff
"My all time go to favourite restaurant. It serves the best food and desserts. My more recent favourites include:- Pancakes which is thick and..."
Hungry Big Potato Bear
"Sunday brunch in Melbourne. The wait at Cumulus was 45 minutes so we thought we’d head here instead. It’s got a lovely old-fashioned feel about..."
Andy Quan
"A small cosy restaurant that packs each dish with such flavour! Favourites are the buffalo mozzarella, pan fried gnocchi, and duck leg cassoulet...."
T Collins
"We ordered the pork rack and the steak. Both dishes were perfectly presented and the flavours were extremely well balanced. The service was..."
Karina J
"Authentic European food, rich in flavour and freshly made. Steak was a tad chewy at its thickest, however rest of the order was on point. Amazing..."
Ruby Jiang
"We eat here very regularly, breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner we cannot fault it. Some of our favourites are steak tartare, salmon bilinis, whole..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Still the best breakfast venue in Melbourne in my opinion. The coffee is outstanding and the eggs Atlantic are worth coming out into the cold morning..."
MalvernCustomer
"It’s was good not great. Atmosphere is created by yourself. Service was ok waiter was very attentive. Food great to see service that care..."
Sticky Rice
"We had a feast here and the dishes kept coming out. Every item was excellent and tasted amazing. The presentation of each plate was beautiful and..."
Foodmaster
"A solid, reliable bistro at the top end of town, there’s good reason it’s scoring above 4 on Zomato. We chose the entrees on specials board -..."
Gerd
"We were extremely lucky in finding a table, without a reservation, at this restaurant on a Friday night before the Theatre.  No doubt this place has..."
Rita
"My favourite restaurant in Melbourne, if not the world. Best gnocchi ever! Amazing oysters and wine selection, the sparkling Chardonnay is divine...."
Sarah O
"Iconic Melbourne location. Had this place book marked for long time and we were around the corner so decided to go down and check it out. At first..."
Finger Lickin
"A little taste of Europe .... Paris?Perfect spot, Spring St, Paris end, Parliament House, Princess Theatre and the Windsor a stone throw..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"I love having a G&T at the European. It has a real old world charm about it and is the perfect spot for a date. The staff are delightful and..."
Good Food Good Mood
"We had breakfast here and it was lovely. Very pleasant sitting outside and the meals were all a good size and enjoyable. Service was very friendly..."
Breaking Bread Australia
"Varied menu items and ample drinks list. Have been here for breakfast, dinner and desserts many times. Every time there is something new on the menu...."
Pina
"The environment is comfortable and the service is quite good. Staff are very friendly. I love the white and black pasta. The steak is average, a..."
Naomi
"Great place for brunch. The place makes you feel like you are in Europe, so appropriate with its name. The crumbed soft eggs are absolutely amazing...."
Elonie
"Convenient spot just a couple doors down from Princess Theatre. Had post-show lunch and shared pumpkin arancini, tuna tartare, terrine and mushroom..."
Milla Vanilla
"Delicious food and great service - my partner and I shared the chateaubriand steak which was cooked perfectly and came with a generous serving of..."
Willtravelforfood17
"have been to this place quite a few times, and i was never disappointed. love the decor, food, wine, and nice staff. the breakfast menu is also very..."
Jing
"One of the best places in the city to go and have a drink. On a hot night it's worth going upstairs on the roof. Drinks are on the higher price side..."
Tango
"A great place to stop by for a drink, I love sitting on the terrace outside under the gas heaters with parliament lit in the background and trams..."
Trevor Johnston
"It really is no surprise that Spring Street is considered the Paris end of Melbourne. With the grandeur of Parliament House and the historic Princess..."
Sub Urban
"I remember The European from a few years back and recalled good vibes and good food. Safe to say, both are still very much existent! I love the..."
Demi
"The food and atmosphere are lovely. Cosy with good service & dim lighting. Very intimate for date night. The houlumi with fig is an amazing combo...."
Brijlata Carroll
"Had my birthday dinner there food was superb and service was excellent! The aged stake on special menu was outstanding. Highly recommend it and we..."
Sarah Bear
"Fantastic place to come if you're seeing a musical at Princess theatre next door. Fast and friendly service with a very European ambience inside:..."
VegoLover
"I have dined here on several occasions. The menu items are mind boggling. Excellent mains and sweets. Superb choice of wines. A bit expensive,..."
J Steven Lasher
"Had a delightful after theatre supper with excellent petit fours. Returned for Sunday breakfast. Breakfast portions are smaller than normal...."
Collette Watson
"Went for dinner last night.Got a big table for just 2 of us, so we could sit comfortably.For Entree: Zucchini flower & Moreton Bay bug..."
Sabrina Ip
"unpretentious place but service and coffee were really good ... wait staff was friendly and food was good without the fanfare which is the hype..."
David Weng Yew Wong
"After another restaurant lost the reservation for our party of 7 we found ourselves stranded in the CBD not really sure where to go.  Fortunately a..."
Jade C
"I can't recall how long ago I first came to the European, or perhaps I would rather not as it reminds me of the all too scarily swift passage of..."
Enjoy It
"We've been here twice for lunch in December and both times the food, wine and service were outstanding. I had (different) vegetarian pasta both times..."
Helen Appleby
"You open the door to rustic romance, almost Sicilian with complimenting decor and lively atmosphere. The seating arrangement is quite compact so if..."
Manjari
"Amazing service and food! We ordered the mushroom risotto, pasta marinara, gnoochi, entrees to share. Portion was good and we had ample to share,..."
Mi55Bee
"The European on Spring Street is number 65 of the 100 Top Australian Restaurants and spoken of fondly by locals. Popular for breakfast it had good..."
Michele Walton
"I had really high hopes coming here for my birthday. I cannot say that it is better than the other Italian joints I have been to in Melbourne. The..."
Cynthia Giang
"Food is excellent in terms of taste as well as presentation. Service was very average, chairs were staggering. Some exclusive wine list by bottle if..."
Gina
"It had been a while since I had been back to The European . It still hasn't lost it's charm. Great food an excellent selection of wine. The..."
Esseland
"The European on Spring Street is number 65 of the 100 Top Australian Restaurants and spoken of fondly by locals. Popular for breakfast it had good..."
Michele Walton
"This is sometimes a "treat your self" place, I've been here twice with my friend for celebrations and it went up to $200 for the night or more, but..."
Cara Pockett
"What a lovely dinner we had. The staff were nice enough to arrange a table as soon as they could for us even though we didn't have a booking for..."
Natasha Lim
"One of the best cafe/restaurants in Melbourne. Coffee is always good and they have plenty of seats outside. When the weather is good it's one of the..."
Jbloom92
"ordered the mushroom risotto ($21), really really yum, plenty of mushrooms, I was satisfied. The basil salad and sprouts with chestnut were both..."
May
"Four of us dined here on Saturday night before we headed off to the theatre. We were all greeted and welcomed when we arrived and anything we wanted..."
Barbara Hogg
"Delicious food, intimate atmosphere, amazing selection of wines. We had the crab linguine which was yum and the porterhouse which was cooked to..."
B3bz
"Put simply, The European deserves its high reputation. The food and service are outstanding. The wines, being almost all imported, were a hard pick..."
Adrian Jameson
"Booked the Tea Room for our staff dinner at The European and loved every single minute and bite of it. The food and drinks were only beaten by the..."
A.a
"Nice service and romantic place it is a enjoyable dinner. the food is a little bit salty but the sea food is fresh and yummy i recommend the Wayagu..."
Crystal Du
"Great classic food. Nothing particularly unusual, outgoing or risky about the ingredients, but the classical combinations do work, and these guys..."
David Lew
"Lovely ambience about this place. It is literally like stepping into a nice restaurant in Europe.The menu uses classic combinations cooked..."
Nelly
"Superb food and excellent service. We sat outside under the heaters on a crisp winter evening and enjoyed a magnificent meal complimented by an..."
Ben Shields
"I really enjoyed the quality of the service and food. Friendly staff and great set up. Didn't have to wait too long for food. I ordered oysters and..."
Zdenka
"Located in a central part of Melbourne's CBD, The European  produce nice pub meal. I'm a big believer in the param and chips and The European do it..."
LaFussPot
"Apologies on the darkness of my photos but I have to tell you, the food here is incredible. Great service, great wine selection and overall, one of..."
Carlo
"An old favorite of mine- countless boring business lunches made gr8 because of the food- many boring dates where I've resorted to talking about the..."
Christian Clarke
"Love this place, been here for a nice brunch on the weekend and ordered potato blini with avocado and mushroom. The salmon was absolutely amazing!!!..."
Katherine
"Top end of the city opposite Parliament, top end prices. But it's an 'old faithful' that's been here years and hopefully will be here for many more..."
Keith Lawrence
"Lovely birthday celebration last night . All the staff very friendly , smiley and made my night extra special . Special Thankyou to Jess , Barry (in..."
Drlill
"The food is delicious and the staff is very nice. I like the environment inside and i will recommend my friends to have dinner here. Maybe next time..."
Chang.liu0516
"If there is one thing I know when coming to Melbourne, it is the fact that I will enjoy good food, amazing coffee and European vibe. And it doesn't..."
The Happy Tummy
"Exceptional in every way. Service is intuitive and subtle. Breakfast would have to be one of Melbourne's best and the coffee sublime. A great place..."
MalvernCustomer
"Step in to a Gentlemen cafe that is the European where people who serve you have much better posture and eloquence than you at a posh event. This..."
Mojomomo
"Well worth it, if you have not been here try it, excellent service by staff who know the food being served. We had the chateaubriand which was..."
Sven C Nilsson
"Had breakfast at The European whilst I am flying solo in Melbourne's CBD for a couple of days, and it was stupendous. I did not know what to..."
Rebecca Ng
"Been going here for 10 years. These guys never disappoint. Enjoyed my breakfast there. Poached eggs cooked perfectly. All day breaky til 5, can't go..."
Generous Serve
"More seats outside than inside I enjoy coming here for a coffee before work. You should step inside as it makes you feel your on a holiday....just..."
Goose
"Fantastic place as always with attentive staff that offers genuine customer experience. Well done to team European 👌🏼seafood dishes were a..."
Abby Deniz
"Old school Italian! A Melbourne institution. The gnocchi was amazing. Soft and pillowy. Best I’ve had. Polenta chips are also a must every time we..."
AJ
"Last time I came here for a lunch before the lockdown. Last night we came Here for drinks and I couldn’t help myself to order a dessert. It was so..."
Priscillia
"It’s always good here. Lovely atmosphere, sophisticated and delicious food, good wine list and top staff. Hard to beat at any time. Highly..."
Two Sheds
"Excellent service from the staff. I had the porterhouse steak and it was delicious. My wife had the grilled octopus and the steak tartate which she..."
Tiago Sanco
"Not perfect but the atmosphere this restaurant exudes makes up for it. We love that the furniture is a bit rickety, it's small and tight spaced..."
Ayaan Ali
"Great dinner. The Schnitzel is non standard but a nice cut of a..."
Amit Talmor
Kisume
83/100 (847 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Japanese
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Japanese
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Oyster
Sashimi
Tuna
Pork
Salmon
Gyoza
Fish Soup
Cod
Swordfish
Foie gras
Beef
Ribs
Prawns
Dumplings
Tempura
Eggplant
Tataki
Salad
Lamb
Crab
Sit down
Japanese
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Serves Alcohol
Accepts American Express
Full Bar
Street Parking
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"I never write reviews, but Kisumé was just amazing! The food was spectacular and the service was great (our waitress took our drinks off the bill..."
Tamara Pintov
"Fabulous food and outstanding service. Loved the easy vibe downstairs.. Uni sushi and the chargrilled chicken thigh (chilli daikon!!) were highlights..."
Gladys Foster
"Reached early so went upstairs to the bar and had a (warm) sake...to me the only way to drink sake!! The edamame accompaniment I ordered was..."
Renuka Saraswat
"Splurge a little and do the private dining Chefs Table upstairs with Chef Moon. You won't be disappointed. Bookings are a must and recommend you go..."
David-James Nguyen
"Exceptional! Some of Australia’s finest produce served to our table by a samurai of Japanese cuisine. An eye for detail intimately shared with each..."
Daniel Berger
"The best food and service. Awesome management and staff....made our anniversary so special with great..."
Roman Peldys
"Could not fault the food in this restaurant. Absolutely outstanding attention to detail, the flavours were amazing and staff brilliant. Highly..."
Megan Louise
"Amazing table service, such friendly staff that really help make fine dinning more approachable The banquet menu makes it easy for those who..."
Jasmine Russo
"Came here for my birthday dinner and surely wasn't disappointed. The atmosphere of the restaurant was sophisticated yet cozy and the level of..."
Donna Nguyen
"Dined here for my birthday last night with the $125pp set menu and had an incredible experience.The service was professional and attentive,..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"We dined at the Chef’s table. Incredible food and service by our main chef. However the supporting wait staff were not very professional (e.g. a..."
Casey
"Had an amazing dinner last night here! Nice ambience & cozy. Chef explained each dish briefly & it tastes really amazing...."
Priscilla T
"OMG. This place, food, service, everything (except price tag) was to die to. But even the price was worth it on a special night out with my daughter..."
Alimaude
"Absolutely..."
Bean
"⭐️ 4.5/5 stars - 🍇 Food - we got the set menu for $88 pp, I thought this was great value for money as we were completely stuffed..."
Carmen
"We came to Kisume for my birthday on a weekend. I chose the 15 piece sushi omakase. We were promptly seated at the sushi bar and given the menus. The..."
Willtravelforfood17
"We came here the day after Valentine’s Day and ordered the Valentine’s Day tasting menu for $150pp. The overall experience was fantastic and we..."
BD Food Adventures
"We were delighted to have the new years special menu. The Omi Wagyu was tender, the hazelnut Dacquoise was soft, flavoursome and balanced. The best..."
Lachlan Chan
"I had booked the sushi counter to do the sushi Omakase, but it happened to be Chinese New Year so they on a special menu with auspicious prices like..."
Alan Tse
"Quality food. Attentive wait staff. Somewhat over priced but making the most of a good name so costs a bit..."
CK
"Kisume is the perfect place to spend your Saturday night! They have amazing Japanese food which is so fresh, full of flavour and tasty! The bento box..."
Gluten Free Bible
"Tasty food and great..."
Anonymous
"BEST RESTAURANT I’VE BEEN TO IN MELBOURNE..... maybe it’s because I love japanese food but honestly I was so impressed by the ambience, the..."
Danielle D’souza
"The aesthetic and food quality of this restaurant is amazing. Restaurant was a bit difficult to find but don't we all like a hidden gem? Best dish is..."
Diana Quach
"Dined at Kisume on Saturday evening. Very modern, clean, sleek restaurant serving exceptional food. It’s quite expensive, however, the experience..."
SouthEastEater
"I have eaten at kisume a fair few days and not once disappointed. Really great staff and the food is..."
C H
"This is a really nice modern Japanese restaurant. For starters, I really liked the agedashi tofu and seafood soba noodles. We also had the no nori no..."
IEats
"Loved the ambience of this place. Food is great too! A little bit on the pricier side but well worth it...."
M&M
"We came to Kisumé for an omakase experience at the sushi counter and were very impressed. The restaurant has a moody ambience and great aesthetics...."
JM
"Came here for my birthday party with family. Love the restaurant vibes and their customer service. I was really satisfied with food quality and..."
Eatwithbonny
"Booked a table at the sushi counter for a special event, the ambience is fancy casual but very fitting for a special event. Experience is very..."
Kayla Nguyen
"Came here with a a booking made hours earlier for 2 during a Saturday lunch. It was pretty quiet with a calm ambience.We were seated at the..."
Karen
"We went there for the set menu at $175 pp. The wagyu scotch fillet was beautiful, as was the snapper tempura and the cauliflower and mushroom salad...."
Ann
"Delicious food and intimate service. The macadamia cos lettuce salad is a standout for me. Such simple dish yet packed with flavors..."
Chao Zelin Ma
"Great experience at Kisume, amazing decoration very focus on the details. Personally don't like the Foie Gras Angus beef, I reckon is slicely bitter..."
Jack C Lin
"Fantastic service and faultless dishes. Thoroughly enjoyed the..."
Melbournefoodie
"Exceptionally friendly service. Nice, modern interior design. Fresh ingredients and delicious flavours. Beautifully presented dishes...."
Foodforthebrokensoul
"UPDATE: CHEFS TABLEEnjoyed chef’s table tonight, food was great. Some dishes were a slight miss, but enjoyed majority! The experience was..."
Foodie Takes Melb
"I'm a very lucky girl. I've had the privilege of partaking in the Chef's Table experince three times and I would keep coming back if I could! The..."
Ngocolat
"We had a great date night at Kisumé seated at the bar. We made a booking and were seated upon arrival by very friendly staff who also kept us..."
Jen Eats Away
"Had a amazing experience here, seating at the bar area watching the chefs preparing our sushi, nice atmosphere, the menu were interesting, very..."
FoodieInMel
"A good place for a formal date. However, it is definitely not a traditional Japanese restaurant, more like western style with sushi. Fancy location,..."
Joey Zhang
"Ambience: 8/10 Service: 7/10Taste: 9/10Value: 7/10Would recommend cauliflower salad and sushi plate.Sakura Hemingway..."
Hungrywombats
"Had the most delightful meal at Kisumé.The interior was very luxe, and the place was bustling.Staff were very attentive, friendly and..."
Pineapple San
"Late night meal - I’m in love. Set menu had plenty to eat- great flavours and the bar is a great place to watch them prepare food...."
Annette Y
"Our first omakase in Kisume was good! But we wanted to try something out of the list. So we ordered the crispy wagyu truffle in which came out as two..."
Vivi Susanti
"First of all I have to say this is the best dessert I have ever had! The staff are friendly and helpful, but the register lady is a little bit..."
Lareinaglory
"Attended a birthday on this cold weekend. This restraint was nice and cosy as we all enjoyed our meals which were gorgeous to look at and delish..."
Split The Bill
"📝: Discover a fusion of art, design, and dining. Kisumé draws on the purity and integrity of Japanese cuisine while infusing it with Australian..."
Sense Of Food
"Had a lovely evening here with my partner. Service was very attentive, which is excellent. Food was great, though I’ve had better at another fine..."
Jill
"Ive been here many times since its opening but this is the first time I write a review. Kisume is my fav Japanese food in town. The food is super..."
Huong Dang
"I love Kisume! I honestly do not like seafood but Kisume opened my taste buds and they did not disappoint. The dishes were flavoursome and the..."
Wearekimleaf
"🎙"OH, 'KISU-ME' UNDER THE MILKY TWILIGHT" 🌠.What was Edamame and Lentils favourite TV show? 📺 Answer Below..."
Melbourne Food Wanderer
"The evolving omakase menu at Kuro Kisumé is a symphony of flavours that appeals to all humanly senses and is truly emotionally evoking. Trust..."
Lydia Leong
"Delicious Japanese cuisine. So amazed by its flavour, especially the truffle wagyu ball - highly recommended! Ambience and service was really..."
Mrs E
"We dined here last year before Christmas. We had the set menu and all the dishesare fantastic. We spent almost 3hours because some dishes took long..."
Lyn Victoria
"Came here during Melbourne Money and my experience was quite good. Definitely some of the best quality sushi in Melbourne but it comes with a hefty..."
Andrew L
"⭐️ $95pp ⭐️ Excellent Service and Accomodating staff. ⭐️ High Quality Sushi. Tried a set and had to finish with citrus dessert which was..."
Anh Mantou
"I had the privilege of experiencing the chef's table with a sake pairing. Each dish was beautifully presented and eloquently explained by the chef..."
Tepa Rianii
"A fancy fine dining experience, and well worth it. We ordered the 5 course set menu at $140/person and the food quality was great. All the dishes..."
Keven Luan
"Had really high expectations for this place but was a little disappointed. I had a larger group so we had a set menu, the food was great but the..."
Sandy
Cumulus Inc.
82/100 (7896 ratings)
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"Hi Cumulus Inc., Just would like to say what an amazing experience I had just then tonight. It was perfect in every aspects of my dinner and what I..."
Lilik Meliawati
"Table for 2 and Maybe you review - I'm not sure how long it's going to take us to eat our way down Melbourne's iconic food strip, Flinders Lane, but..."
Vicki Clark
"Had the most amazing early dinner at Cumulus Up on the weekend. Decided to try the chefs' menu and we were not disappointed. The waffle with foie..."
Louise Tsagaris
"Had a great night, food was very different but very nice, duck waffle !! Room was quite noisey but had a good vibe, service was excellent. Will be..."
Graeme Latta
"Outstanding breakfast! Crumpets are a must have . Beautiful coffee and hot chocolate. Not to mention the Madeleine's with lemon curd yum. Friendly..."
Scott Finney
"Really great. Exceptional from start to finish. Exciting and well designed food, great service and some excellent wines. Had a superb lunch..."
Telea Ritter
"My friend & I had the Chef’s selection sample of about 10 courses and every course was a delight. The texture, taste, colours & even the..."
Catherine Chua
"Well worth it's reputation. Every course was well executed, innovative and delicious, and serving sizes were great. The cauliflower and the cod soup..."
Food-O
"Cumulus offered such an amazing dining experience. We ordered several amazing dishes which were appropriately priced - some of my favourites were the..."
Joyce Lin
"Such a buzzing place, always booked out. Unfortunately we walked in without a booking in advance so we sat at the bar. But it was still fun since it..."
Hangry Jules
"My Rating: 4.5I used to enjoy visiting Cumulus Inc, it’s always packed with lively atmosphere. But its been such a long time since I last visited,..."
AngeLuvFood8
"Had the chef's selection, absolutely..."
Susan D'Souza
"Everything was just heavenly. What an experience. Delicious range of food. Quick and very friendly service. Would highly recommend it. We went there..."
Tabi Ei
"Always busy - not 100% sure whether it's worth the..."
Nessie L
"FABULOUSCumulus Inc is another good example of what a fine diner should be. Good food. Nice Ambience. Awesome Vibe. Vegan..."
Ozzy Kunnu
"I now know why after travelling past this establishment for awhile.. That burning question was always there.. Why is it always full of people all day..."
ARMANEATS
"New favourite Modern Australian/European restaurant!🤤Rock oysters🤤Pan fried ricotta gnocchi, pinenuts & pickled currants..."
Queenie
"Amazing place Nice looking and cool styleFood was very good, coffees also right temperature and well made, really pleased with the..."
Sensei
"Excellent coffee and great atmosphere. Friendly service with a smile. Had a delicious breakfast, will definitely be..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"A small casual restaurant serving delish food with good service.Although all the dishes were excellent and nicely presented, I'm going to..."
Warren Louey
"Came here on a Friday night and it did not disappoint!Dishes ordered: Tuna tartare, slow roast lamb shoulder, kipfler potatoes, asparagus &..."
Instahungry
"What an experience! Came here with one of my girlfriends and we got situated on their bar stand where we got to watch the kitchen work their..."
Josephine
"A real “Melbourne Vibe” to this place with great coffee & food to match. Had the smashed avo with smoked salmon & a poached egg.This place..."
Freezinghot
"Dropped by for a late lunch, nothing to complain food is good as usual, service was always friendly and prompt..."
BenxL
"One of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne. The atmosphere, service and food is all A ++++++Cumulus is unassuming and not trying to be..."
MeowCat
"Cumulus Inc is a large restaurant with High ceilings and plenty of tables for small or large groups. The menu is designed for coffee, brekkie, lunch..."
Thewhereto
"This is one of Melbourne's great food institutions. Packed for Sunday lunch, we were greeted warmly and seated quickly. Friendly service helped us..."
J0yy173
"One of the more memorable dining experiences I've had in recent times.Arriving a little early for lunch, my dining buddy and I were greeted..."
Famished
"Went to Cumulus Inc last night without a booking but we managed to get a seat upstairs at the bar overlooking the chefs. The vibe of this place was..."
Catherine
"Love this place, the sourdough was so delicious, the menu was interesting, the place was bit crowded so not recommended for large..."
FoodieInMel
"This is the perfect date night venue, it’s got a great vibe, atmosphere and lighting- there’s a buzz of conversation in the air without being too..."
Ash
"This is a review on the bar and service and not on the food. I was invited here by a friend who has been a regular for years. It was a wet Melbourne..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Have been here for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Definitely worth checking out at least 3 times. Do ask for the counter seats which over look the..."
Tuey_z
"Wonderful service at this establishment. Food was well done and coffee lovely. Will be back to try more! Wish there were more table seating..."
Miss Piggy
"What consistency of the quality of food that was brought out as part of the banquet! To cater for the dietary requirements we had and to come..."
Mills
"Was lucky to go here with a friend! The food is fantastic, with a variety of unique and tasty dishes. I loved the Gnocchi and the tuna dish. But was..."
Agreekable
"We were super lucky to get a walk in table on at a Saturday night. We were seated at the bar watching the friendly bartenders mix up their..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"Came here last night for an anniversary. It was my first time and I really enjoyed the entire experience. We went with the set menu and there was no..."
Melbourne, Let’s Eat
"We were a group of ten for a Saturday breakfast! Baked eggs, mushrooms on toast and Granola were stand outs according to the crew. But everything was..."
Antoniette Santoro
"This is one of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne! I have never had a bad dish here. At breakfast, the breakfast board is always the perfect..."
AH
"Food is great but the lamb is not the best i had in Melbourne. Too much sauce. Overcover the taste of the lamb itself. Service is normal. The..."
Jiaqi987261
"We went there for lunch on Saturday. It’s very busy. We only can sit in the bar. The food is excellent. The corn is crispy outside. The lamb is..."
Gourmet Explorer
"This is my 3rd trip here. I’ve been for 2 lunches and a breakfast. I must say I prefer breakfast than lunch and can understand why there was a long..."
Ronda
"Beautiful venue for a special occasion or date night. We were sat at the bar overlooking the kitchen - was a great experience watching the very hard..."
Amy
"Actually a restaurant with delicious food, super friendly staff and great atmosphere. They serve housemade sourdough which is soft and light. Beef..."
Tania
"Wow this is how it’s done! What a fabulous experience- date night done right. We had the tasting menu and we were utterly blown away - the..."
LetsDoBreaky
"One of my favourite to go to places or show friends around town and dine.Love the slow cooked lamb and the condiments for more 2 or more. Pigs..."
Nelson
"To summarise the best dishes I enjoyed: Slow Roast Lamb Shoulders (larger dishes), Pharmfarm black barley (salad) and the sashimi dish at the..."
Onlybeyoutothefull
"Food was great (dinner).Service was friendly and welcoming although missing some of the “polish” I was expecting. For example; napkins..."
Foodie By Heart 💓
"I’ve only ever been here for coffee and breakfast. I’ve tried the madeleines but found them to be a little heavy/dense. I will continue to return..."
FoodN
"Had a rather good dinner with friends here. Lovely small starters and large dishes, however, ordered the chocolate tart for dessert and that was too..."
Sezza
"Celebrated my birthday dinner here last September and tried their Degustation menu. Service and food were excellent! Our server was happy to assist..."
Adelbert Villacorta
"Delicious, we could have ordered one of everything. Ordered the chefs selection, probably would have preferred to select but each taste was great!..."
Anne
"Really nice atmosphere and amazing service. All staff were knowledgeable about the menu and was attentive! The special I got for a main which was the..."
Dulasha Fernando
"It’s rare for me to give a 5 star, but the food and service were that good! It was our first wedding anniversary and they really took good care of..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"I would have given them a 5 star if it's not because of their really snobbish staff members. I come here mostly for their breakfast. My favourites..."
Hungry Big Potato Bear
"Friendly service, fresh and tasty food for sharing. Lively atmosphere. Extensive wine list. All good. Will return. Recommend. Only gripe, learn to..."
Jjaass
"Had a terrific meal here tonight. Enjoyed flank steak, lamb shoulder and cos lettuce salad (dressing was amazing). Even with mix up on table booking..."
Teddys99
"A group of us came here for lunch on Thursday and our experience from start to finish was incredible - welcoming, accommodating and professional. And..."
Moose
"Andrew McConnell's Cumulus is Melbourne institution. Situated on Flinders Lane in the CBD, it's soon easy to see why this venue is still brimming..."
The New Fave
"I love this place. We have been here a couple of times, always left with full belly. Food is creative. Good coffee. Great service and atmosphere...."
Eating.Dancing.Dreaming
"I love the food in cumulus inc! Everything from their tuna with goats cheese (and I don’t even like goats cheese), their freekah and wheat salad,..."
Piggyeatalot
"Tuna tartare is a must. It’s an elegant looking dish as well as very delicious. Dinner was a delight. We can’t wait to come back and try more of..."
Oana Cristina
"This is a very affordable and delicious breakfast. Shakshouka was flavoursome and filling, so are buckwheat waffles with smoked trout (it was a cold..."
Kez
"Great food! And the service was attentive yet not intrusive. My partner felt it was one of the best meals he has ever had. I will be recommending it..."
Jen Martins
"We had some seats overlooking the kitchen. It’s great watching your food being prepared and plated. The service is good, and the food is tasty. A..."
Dumba
"I came to Cumulus for an event upstairs. The set up was stunning with great lighting and decor. We got to try many dishes in a ‘feed me’ style of..."
Karina J
"Be prepared to wait on Friday nights or Saturday as this restaurant can get really full. The food is great, the service despite a busy Saturday..."
RGAnders
"Unfortunately I was too hungry to take pictures and note the names of what I ate here for entrée or desert, however I had the most delicious duck..."
Priya Singh
"Just want to say that we had a great experience at this place. We sat at the bar at breakfast time and the waiter behind the bar was friendly. We had..."
Ivegotthemunchies
"A very cool place for a brunch, tried poaches eggs and coffee, both were very good.This place is very close to public transport and one needs to be..."
Varun Chandwani
"Stopped in for breakfast after a workout on a super busy Saturday morning and the place was jammed! After waiting a little while for a table (which,..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"Great dining experience with good food, good service and good atmosphere. Great to take the misses here for a romantic night out. Will be back..."
Ayapom
"Visited for breakfast on a chilly Monday morning. Loved the quiet atmosphere for an excellent start to the week. Service was prompt, friendly and..."
Kristen Smith
"Next level, world class dining - schmick, personable service and exquisite food. After all these years, Cumulus just keeps giving and giving...."
Berreto
"This place is often popular for brunch and so it should be. I've been there a few times and often surprised by the tastes of the dishes. Last time I..."
Elonie