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Lupino Bistro And Bar
90/100 (1570 ratings)
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"A bit pricey but consistently good. Friendly service with helpful..."
Jerry MacMaren
"Enjoyed a birthday celebration and couldn't have picked a better place. No frills such as linen table clothes but the service and food were..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"Friendly and attentive service, delicious and comforting food. The menu selection was minimal, but every dish was thoughtfully designed with well..."
Avery
"It’s just..."
Zakibites
"A friend recommended we try Lupino, and we're so glad we did. The food was delicious and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Can't wait..."
E.N
"I love Lupino...."
Shuangwujasmine
"Exceptional food with good vibes..."
Sarah Chen
"I know this restaurant since back in the day when I used to live in Melbourne. Lupino has been consistently delivering high quality Italian food and..."
Rere_86
"Wanting to try something a little different, I decided on the Beetroot Agnolotti ($27), and I’m happy to say that my gamble paid off. The..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"Great food and service, however the butter for the bread is served as individually plastic wrapped Western Star Butter. This is not conscious of the..."
Food Lover
"Preferred the mushroom risotto over the blue swimmer spaghetti but were both cooked perfectly al dente and well seasoned! Rocket salad was a good..."
Milla Vanilla
"Love the cute place. Very welcoming staff. Everything on the menu sounded delicious even though how small the variety is. It’s definitely not a bad..."
Melbourne, Let’s Eat
"I'm finding that places with smaller menus tend to have better food and Lupino is no exception. First came the complimentary bread and butter and..."
The Pet Roo
"Wonderfully delicious, fresh pasta. Both the agnolotti and spaghetti were full of flavour and cooked perfectly (the agnolotti in particular just..."
Moose
"Pleasant cozy little restaurant! The food was delicious and the portion sizes just great. The staff was friendly and very accommodating. Perfect for..."
Samuel Braim
"Richard and team are a class act! One of the best Italian restaurants at this end of the city. Service and ambience are both 4+⭐️ and the food is..."
Closey Le Connoisseur
"Yum yum & yum! The waitress was so polite, helpful & customer service was high on the scale 👌🏽The food was so delicious! I would..."
Angeline Pyz
"I tried Lupino for lunch and absolutely loved it. I had a pasta special with pork. The pasta was home made with paper thin slices of pork that melted..."
Hungry Tum
"Lovely little restaurant, with a pleasant, cozy atmosphere. We did not book a table and got to sit at the bar. The food was delicious, and the..."
Marianna
"3.8. Nice place recommended by a sage like member of our dining party.I’ve always loved the positioning of this restaurant. It enjoys a..."
Two Sheds
"Hidden gem! Dined in on a Thursday night and had a fabulous experience all round. Set on Little Collins St, this place is easy to miss but has a..."
@esjaysam
"We enjoyed the fare here. We loved all the entree selections especially the crunchy cauliflower. We recommend the tagliatelle with the oxtail ragu...."
Harrysingh Rawat
"We called into Lupino for a Italian lunch on a lazy Monday. I had always walked past the red wolf neon sign and wondered what was inside, as there is..."
Espy Eats
"You can’t fault the food service or ambiance - my favourite Italian in the CBD - I had the Bianca sausage ragu today divine ! Well done guys molto..."
Natski001
"Lupino which means wolf in Italian , is a little gem tucked away in Little Collins street towards the treasury gardens side of the city. Only a..."
Freeo
"The house made gnocchi with fresh ricotta was absolutely Devine. Soft fluffy pillows of potato in a rich tomato sauce. The staff are always..."
Moetfan
"Awesome service. Knowledgeable staff. Food was exceptional. First time but will definitely be back. I need to try everything on the menu...."
Foodie007
"Great ambience - atmosphere was relaxed without pretense. Comfortable yet classy. Great place for a group night out or even that special date!!..."
Mysy
"Blurry pictures because I only recorded the foods and didn’t actually get pictures in. Went here with my family for my 18th and had several pastas..."
Christy
"Lupino lived up to all the positive reviews. Staff were very friendly, attentive and restaurant was nice and cosy! We ordered a few dishes..."
Jiji
"Got a spot at the bar with my out-of-town companion after a last-minute decision to eat at my favorite city Italian restaurant on a Sunday night...."
Subifoodie
"On the night I attended Lupino with my family they actually mixed up my order, initially sending out the wrong dish - and still the food plus their..."
Esme
"Lovely Italian food! I can't really fault this place to be honest. I had the risotto with asparagus, pancetta, and scamorza ($28); and thought it was..."
Amara
" Was interested in eating here based on the good reviews. Service is excellent and staff very helpful. The food is nice - however I think I walked in..."
Linda
"The restaurant itself is hard to find... It's the one with the fox mark. The menu is a bit hard to read, but the food itself is really good :)..."
Tanks Beatbox
"The food was really delicious and we got free bread and butter which was really good! They had an excellent wine list and our waiter was really..."
CCC
"Ordered:1. Arancini - really tasty, you can't really go wrong with this 2. Crab pasta - very tasty, full of flavour, pasta so fresh, it is..."
High Tea Queen
"Delicious dinner at Lupino tonight. Cosy atmosphere and fabulous traditional Italian menu. For entree we shared the cauliflower frito with aioli and..."
Kate Dougherty
"We came here on our first anniversary in hope of something a little special to top off a beautiful day. Our initial waitress was a little..."
John Dobson
"Service is good. Good place to go on a date. Love the vibe and atmosphere here. Open kitchen, the bar has a lot choice of alcohol to choose, even..."
Fay Godanda
"All the class without the price tag. Great ambiance delicious pasta and good drink selection. Service is very good also. The ravioli is delicious...."
Eatdrinkrepeat_
"Had the best pasta in Melbourne here - the agnolotti with sage sauce. Smelled this divine thing being made in the kitchen, and it did not disappoint...."
Meeateor
"Yum...just yum! Don't want to be gross but if I could have licked my plate, I would have. I only took .5 the score off because I found the bar..."
Elle
"If you're looking for a good quality Italian meal then this place will deliver. The pasta is fresh and the pizzas are delicious. The standout for me..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Amazing food and service! We booked for 4 and took my 6 month old niece. The table had enough room for 4 of us and the pram. Great spot, amazing food..."
Abbey Suckling
"Firstly, there was nothing exactly wrong with our experience. The restaurant itself is perfect for date night and the staff were very attentive. Yet..."
Ashley Rose
"Lupino is a gem of Melbourne serving up delicious Italian food. The decor isn't fancy, the bread comes in a wicker basket and the butter comes in..."
BrunswickBeetroot
"Great service. Amazing fresh bread and warm olives. Best cauliflower I've ever eaten. Delicious beetroot cured salmon had a great balance of..."
Kel
"I dined here a couple of years ago and completely forgot to write a review. I'm coming back to Melbourne, and suffice to say Lupino's has come back..."
Lara Wills
"Perfect! Wonderful pasta, excellent and diverse wine list, cosy interior and the ability to hear your dinner companions' conversation because you..."
Fleur
"Cannot recommend this restaurant enough! Food was superb, in particular the Veal & Amaretto agnolotti, the wine was 10/10, the service was..."
Tamara Archibald
"A hidden treasure. Warm, welcoming, honest, wholesome, heartwarming. ..."
Belle
"An absolutely perfect dining experience! Exquisite food that leaves you planning your next visit to try more. Wonderful service and lovely atmosphere..."
Jasmine Cruickshank
"I've been meaning to try this place for a long time now. The outside is nondescript with a red neon wolf outline and white brick, whereas the inside..."
Emsy-eats
"We didn't have a booking just walk in and they had a table available for us. It's been a while since I had good Italian food. But this place does..."
Dublinese
"Thinking of having a reasonably priced Italian meal with authenticity then I would recommendation Lupino Italian restaurant . The paste was cooked..."
Damon Mayston
"Lupino was a cosy little restaurant with amazing service and delicious food! We were running about 45 minutes late, but as soon as we walked in we..."
Deana Cannatelli
"We were very cheeky & popped in for an early dins at Lupino. We received a warm welcome regardless and they found us a lovely table.We started with..."
HG
"Interesting combination of flavours and tasty. Started with creamy crab mix, deep fried- was crisp outside, creamy mix on inside. It was..."
Razorededge
"Lupino is a place suitable for both business events as well as intimate date nights. Prices are on the higher end, but guests definitely pay for the..."
Kell
"Not a place for a cheap feed (pizza margarita 20!!!) but between 25 to 30 bucks you will get a good feed of pasta. A safe place to go for a dinner..."
The Don
"Someone described this place as a "business lunch place". I would like to pretend it was me. It wasn't. But this place is. Inoffensive, safe Italian..."
Melb Eating
"Flew into Melbourne, checked into our hotel and after a long day we wanted something delicious for dinner.We were delighted to find Lupino just..."
Flavietta
"I find this place has some of the best pasta in the city. Had Arancini, meat balls, pappardelle, octopus, and dessert. All great. Service was..."
Lachlan
"Went on a Thursday night. Had a margarita pizza to share between 4 - had the tortelloni and it seems they rotate the pastas our relatively often so..."
Mann Hing Khor
"The best pasta and dessert I have had in a long time. Had the veal and amaretto pasta with burnt butter and sage sauce!! Was a delight to my taste..."
Jane Calligaro
"first of all I must pointed out our waiter - couldn't recall his name - was very well presented. Fresh clean and genuine..."
Zhitian Zhang
"Excellent experience to be had at Lupino. We were squeezed in at the last minute for an early booking before a concert. Beautiful handmade pasta and..."
Emily Walsh
"Typical Italian fare served with a degree of excellence. Whilst the dishes on offer stick to their Italian roots they also highlights the chefs..."
DR
"I went to this Melbourne CBD Italian restaurant with relatives from the UK. We ordered in our family’s standard way when at Italian restaurants –..."
MelbourneFoodPaparazza
"Lupino never disappoints. A very chic and modern Italian restaurant. Classic Italian food made to the highest standard. Ordered the pork cotoletta,..."
Finger Lickin
"Finally got to Lupino's last week, can't believe we have not been here before now but it has been on the list for a while now.  Started with the..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Another long standing, premium and renowned Italian restaurant specialised in handmade pasta and pizza in the CBD. Watched news recently that it is..."
J88
"Great venue. Not too big or too small. Food is gorgeous. Beautiful flavours. I had the special Linguine with lamb ragu. Perfect balance of richness..."
DanFoodie
"Eating at Lupino I was reminded of how spoiled we are for choice of restaurants in Melbourne. A great restaurant, staffed professionally serving..."
Dave Ansett
"Everything melted away to nothing in my mouth! I cant even tell you how long its been since I have eaten meat thats that tender. I would challenge..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Lupino is an absolute institution in the Melbourne food scene. The restaurant itself is nice, the staff are lovely and helpful and the food is just..."
Brungiel
"Fabulous place. We called in last night for a small eat and just loved the service, the food and the open kitchen - inspirational! We drank a..."
Footy
"My name is Alex and I am 10 years old. I love Lupino because the food is fresh and nice and the people are very friendly. The Pizza's were..."
Simon Ondaatje
"Great relaxing mood inside and staff are welcoming & warm.. Food is great without being too over the top or wanky.. open kitchen is quite..."
Highexpectations
"We had our work Christmas party here and the food was exceptional! Taking Italian to a whole other level... the cauliflower and octopus/salami..."
CU_Foodie
"Really really good. Crispy and fresh pizzas and delicious pastas as well. Reasonably priced for the area.  Make sure you make a booking otherwise..."
Mrs Mark
"My favorite place to eat at the moment and the veal Milanese with witlof, tasty tomatoes and cheese is to die for . Try the cauliflower fritters with..."
George
"Booked dinner on a Friday night for my husband's birthday dinner. Lovely family-run feel to the restaurant and the place was full of buzz. Although..."
Neetz88
"The food is superb! I've had numerous pastas in numerous places before, I often couldn't finish it because it's either too heavy, portion's too big..."
Antonia Yip Siew Pin
"Food was top notch. The quail saltimbocca just melted in the mouth and sauce on the veal ravioli was delicious. Service was great, including the nice..."
Ben Jones
"My partner and I made reservations for a Saturday based on a recommendation from friends. Our overall experience was not bad but not fantastic. Our..."
Todd Wallace
"Our waitress was very nervous and struggled with the specials, but the food is always delicious. Shame the carbonara wasn't on the menu, but I had..."
DumplingDoll
"Great service, food, wine and venue. Had a reasonable size group out for dinner and we tried most of the menu before we were done. Highly..."
DLC
"Amazing food - pasta is beautiful and dishes just melt in your mouth! Chef even made a special meal for my sister (it was her birthday).I would..."
R For Pres.
"After walking past this place at least twice a week, I finally stepped in for dinner. Sat at the bar and had the pasta with oxtail ragu. The ragu was..."
Ramen Girl
"The pasta here is absolutely amazing. It melted in my mouth and I thought I was going to go to into a food coma. We spent hours here pacing..."
Ellie K
"Hand-made fresh pasta at it's finest! The bread was crusty and delicious, brought back many Mediterranean memories for me. The staff are professional..."
Mr. Food
"Fabulous home made pasta and fabulous service! We didn't have a reservation, luckily there was room!!!! So accommodating, will def be back soon...."
Simone Busch
"Went for a pre-theater dinner. Had arrancinis, croquettes, cauliflower fritto, twice cooked souffle, and pork ribs. All very yummy. Attentive..."
Paulfoodie
"The idea of the Chef’s Table , where diners get to sit at an exclusive table in full view of the kitchen and its workings, is not a new concept..."
Trading Plates
"By far the best Italian restaurant I have been to in Melbourne! The tortelloni in brodo are to die for, the homemade pasta cooked to perfection! We..."
Anthea
"Retro slick. Remember those cool Italian restaurants from the eighties, very Conran, clean lines, lovely lighting?This is Lupino. Simple, well..."
Lovebunny
"Amazing spot and food..."
Food 2 Run
"If you can get a seat at the chefs bench, bypass the normal table and watch in awe at this amazing team dish up incredible food. Loved it. Thank you...."
I Like My Sushi Raw
"Hard to find treasure.. Booked last minute for a work dinner for 6 and they were more than happy to accommodate us at late notice.Love the no..."
Baristabear
"Love the food and great service!. Confession: I'm happy Il Solito Posto isn't open Sundays. Wanted some good Italian on a Sunday, but our fave ISP is..."
Red Jay
"Great food and excellent service. Pizzas were Italian style with thin, beautifully textured base and simple, fresh toppings. Chicken tortellini was..."
Capt Pants
"Lupino was a delight. Understated decor belighs the quality of the experience. The attractive young Italian waitor was extremely helpful and knew the..."
Craig Smith
"Perfect!. Service was fantastic, food was amazing (best pasta I've eaten!), nice atmosphere and enjoyable restaurant to sit in! Absolutely nothing to..."
Joz28ie
"Excellent food and service!. Presentation, food, service were all excellent! We had a lovely dinner here and left very satisfied. No..."
Ringo
"Being Italians ourselves , finding a simple traditional Italian restaurant who tries not too look to fancy on the menu is hard to find For once..."
LuciaEats
"Great Italian food experience. For ages I had walked past the Lupino little wolf light above their door and kept promising myself that I would go..."
Michaela.lobb
"You're the best......around. Delish....walked in off street. Sooo nice and great price. Service exceptional. Def coming back fo..."
Roigirl5
"An absolute favourite!!. We have been here so many times, and the experience just gets better with each visit!! Intimate settings, beautifully..."
Rach Freeman
"Welcoming and top notch. Picked out a Little Collins tapas bar as the pre-show spot to take my girlfriend for dinner, but on arrival the place was..."
Arnold Slang
"Warm and welcoming.. A thoroughly enjoyable experience. Friendly and attentive staff, without pomp. Pleasing menu and guest friendly..."
S.MAMIL
"A little known gem. I had eyed of Lupino for a while and finally ended up heading in for a sunday night dinner. It was cold and wet outside which..."
Fish
"Lupino - Impressive in every way. It was great to visit Lupino with a friend last Friday 1 August 2014. It was a terrible wet winter's night, but it..."
Deanyjm
"Brought a client and my boss for dinner at Lupino after reading reviews. Glad we did! They were very accommodating (we were little late due to..."
Gabbys79
"Amazing food and amazing service. Just am awesome place I'm more than happy to pay for. Well done to Marco and all the guys there. Just..."
Pete
"Found this place on Urbanspoon as we were looking for a new city place to try. We were amazed. The food was wonderful. The penne with swordfish was..."
MalvernCustomer
"Reminds me of my Nonna!. Every so often, I stumble across an Italian restaurant that would play Frank Sinatra in the background. This place screams..."
Lisa Blackman
"Great slightly retro atmosphere, beautiful rustic Italian food and a very warm and friendly attitude to service. Will definitely be..."
Anna Connell
"Reliable. The house-made pasta is delicious (especially the tagliatelle when it's available) so you can't go wrong with ordering any of the pasta..."
Shitake
"Great Restaurant. We went here for the first time on Saturday for my birthday and it was an excellent choice. Great ambience, not too noisy and..."
Grome
"Very nice! Would definitely come back.Searched through urban spoon ratings and came across Lupuno thought we would try it and we were really..."
Christina Watt
"Lovely Place & Great Food!!. Had dinner here for my birthday. Booking process was easy. Had a large group with my grandfather who needs a fair bit of..."
Melinda Anne
"Magnifico!. Lupino has fast become one of my favourite little Italian spots in Melbourne. A casual setting, and simple, unpretentious, and..."
The Napoli Alert
"Great night, great place! The quail was amazing and so was the tortellini in broth! I would definately..."
Wendy Tran
"Mr Pucci thinks it's a great place. Been here a few times and never..."
MrPucci
"Exceeded my expectations on all fronts! You will not be disappointed, quality food & proffessional..."
Aidion
"Came to Lupino for Saturday lunch with a girlfriend and we really enjoyed the food. Had chicken and pumpkin risotto with marjoram which was perfect -..."
Babyleopard
"Good food. The food here was really good. When I walked in the front door I was a bit disappointed, the interior is pretty drab, feels cold and the..."
Richard
"Girl's Night Out. This is a little gem at the top end of town. Fresh, seasonal produce teamed with a gentle touch creates simple but satisfying food...."
Alli Mac
"Joyce, Don't Be Stupid.. Your review is terrible. You put an apostrophe in the word 'restaurant's' and you also went on to say that "Lupino is not a..."
SweetFaces
"This was a great find on the top end of little Collins Street. The menu is small but should cater for all tastes. Based on recommendations were going..."
Lord Tazz
"Amazing. Gnocchi is to die for as with everything else. The marinara was pretty pathetic though, two prawns for $30..bit..."
Bee
"Prowl-worthy. Lupino, meaning little wolf, is a busy, bustling Italian eatery in Lt Collins St, up from Bar Lourinha and on the site of the old..."
Missdelish
"If you're looking for great simple Italian food then this is the place for you. Quality produce, great wine list, great service! And to top off a..."
MissEM
"Finally an unpretentious good Italian restaurant. Wonderful simple food and lovely service to match. The octopus with potatoes and the gnocchi were..."
Marc Ferron
"Delicious. Superb ! Divine Italian cuisine (very impressive Marco and team !!) accompanied with delicious wines - wonderful 'space' and great view of..."
Pau
"BEST AUTHENTIC ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN MELBOURNE. I went to Lupino in a group of 8. From the minute we walked in, we all knew it was going to be a..."
GFarch
"Decent Italian but a bit overpriced.. Lupino has good italian food, however, for the price you pay it doesn't quite live up to in terms of taste...."
Gursharan Chana
"Delicious meal prepared with expertise and true Italian passion. Marco, the gnocchi rival those my Nonna used to make and your pizza base-..."
Willstar
"Delish Italian!!. Was wonderfully looked after the talented Marco, Richard and team at this fantastic restaurant! Enjoyed a divine, slow cooked lamb..."
Vanessa
"Beautiful food, generous portions!. I dined here recently for lunch with a friend. The service was excellent and the food did not disappoint! We..."
Clujen
"Left with a food pregnancy that I do not regret!. Pretty much awesome. I had the gnocchi for entree, Marinara main, Pannetore pudding for dessert...."
Kara Jerman
"I had dinner Saturday night on my own as my friend abounded me and was sitting infront of the chefs cooking. I suddenly didn't feel alone , the chefs..."
Susy
"Quality restaurant! Nice dining space, love the open kitchen, service was very good, friendly helpful and accommodating. Simple Italian dishes done..."
Luke
"Have been wanting to dine here for a while and finally had the opportunity tonight for our 6 month wedding anniversary. Booked a week prior for..."
Lulu2012
"Enjoyable meal had by all. Helpful and efficient service, excellent wine list and great Italian standards done very very well. Will come back soon..."
Nibblesnbubbles
"Had a great night out with friends. Food and wine was fantastic. Service great also. Thanks..."
Glenn
"A little pricey for the quantity you get, but it was a lovely place to have a drink and a casual..."
Danny Torode
"Shhhh.... keep this gem hidden!. We were looking for a dinner place, and this popped up. The reservation service was quick and easy, and on the night..."
Thurazin
"Really tasty quick and relatively cheap Italian! Had special pizza (so yum), ricotta gnocchi which melted in the mouth, caprese salad and homemade..."
Andrew Tregaskis
"Fantastic service from the staff at Lupino. Beautiful food too! Great environment... Unpretentious, inobtrusive, great value... Would go back and..."
Anna Walls
"YUM!. Love this place. Only been once but there's a nice laid back quiet atmosphere and the food was really yummy. My friends and I all ordered the..."
Kate
"Delicious!. Warm, relaxed atmosphere. Tasty Italian food at a reasonable price. Excellent service, will definitely be..."
Jessie
"Very good Italian-Australian! food nothing special.... A little bit expansive but the product is 100% Italian....I'm very envy about the..."
Roberto Catania
"Carmelo 1469. Great sexy restaurant..very good food very good experience and not..."
Liling333
"We turned up unexpectedly at 7pm on a Saturday night and were able to snag the last spot available. We Could not fault a single thing, so impressed I..."
Diana
"A perfect pasta fix. I am mad on fresh pasta and my man loves some carbohydrates after a big basketball game so after his match one night last week..."
Susannah Best
"Went to Lupino last night with friends and had a great night. Service was excellent and food uncomplicated but delicious. We shared a number of..."
I Love Minnie
"Took my husband to lupino for a date last Friday and very much enjoyed the experience. Lovely, simple Italian flavours, reasonably priced and served..."
Peet
"Simply delicious dining. Bravo Lupino! Very, very much enjoyed our experience at Lupino. By far the most delicious, honest Italian food in the CBD...."
Fe Black
"Elegant, efficient, excellent. Simple food, surprisingly well..."
Gasbrake
"Well priced simple Italian dinning. The dinner menu is very well priced with most mains under $30 and lots of starters to choose from. We were very..."
Puiyi Tiffany Pang
"Good pasta. Lupino is cosy and trendy with reasonably priced pasta dishes. I had the tortellino of chicken and garlic dumplings. While..."
Purple Bear
"Went here by default because next door was closed for renovations.without a booking,we were seated straight away despite the restaurant being quite..."
Fat_kid
"It's Saturday, my girlfriend and I take a chance on the cinema - but alas gold class is full. So we think "let's try mamasita" - but again beaten to..."
Bear Shields
"Buongiorno!!! Lupino!!!. I went there on Saturday night with a few friends we shared a couple of really well chosen bottles of excellent red, thanks..."
Jan Alles
"Anchovy pizza. Amazing light delicate and make sure you apply the chilling..."
Sean Kelly
"Great Place. The way the classics should be.Will be back soon, loved..."
Diner
"Great prices for delicious, Italian food in a great place. Lupino - delicious! A great, relaxed but cool inner city restaurant. The staff are really..."
Em Kaye
"Good, but a little pricey. Lupino is situated at the Paris end of Collins Street. Great location to get a bit to eat before seeing a show or catching..."
James Bond
"Great space and food. This new Italian eatery with pedigree, that is Richard Lodge and Marco Lori, has the X factor. The food is simple but..."
Diane Rowley
"Fantastic dining experience. I took my girlfriend out for dinner to Lupino with no prior knowledge of this place and I must say I was very impressed...."
Timmy Smalls
"A little bit of Italy at the Paris end of Collins. Lupino, a cute but classy new Italian restaurant in the site of the former champagne lounge in..."
Tom Kaye
"Lupino means 'little wolf' in Italian and this little wolf howls with Italian class and style. You can't miss the quirky red neon wolf sign on the..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"MoMo & Coco's "Guide to Doughnuts in Melbourne" -- elegantly restrained Lupino serves chewy nutella bomboloni, an ideal dinner before venturing to..."
MoMo And Coco ~ Dessert Correspondents
"Lupino has been somewhere I have wanted to get to for a while and we are finally here! On a dark, cold Friday night we slip into our table and read..."
FoodieAboutTown
"A great little restaurant almost hidden away on Little Collins street. Friendly service and good..."
Petit Miamx
"Rustic, intimate, small but well executed menu. Great for dates (in my..."
Ashley
"That place was out of this world. Good proper Italian food. The waitress that served us was amazing and she was 2 weeks from giving birth but still..."
Aaron Lee
"Great place with a great atmosphere. Seems to be very popular too! Don't forget to ask for their daily specials - I had their pork..."
Wickd Chin
"Super friendly service and all the foods are scrumptious! Thanks for the nice service to Hola and Nicola! The food of the day= roast chicken with the..."
SH
"Lupino is a busy yet buzzy efficient restaurant with great food, ambience and prompt friendly professional service. A crisp lager comes out with warm..."
AZ von Muralt
"From the friendly greeting to the speedy first drink while we were waiting for our friends to arrive, this restaurant oozed attentiveness. Our waiter..."
Lyn Ferrall
"Amazing 👏 Food was exceptional. Staff were friendly and atmosphere was lovely and..."
Josie Trayte
"Exceptional service from Amanda! High quality cheeses, meats cooked with care and skill, all types of dietary requirements catered for and followed..."
leonie rizzi
"Quite enjoyed the day out in CBD, dining in at Lupino by the recommendation. Gnocchi, crumbled veal, tiramisu, and great selection of red wine..."
F Guan
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"Me and lovely wife to be. Arrived around 8pm last night it was quite busy for a Tuesday evening, Our first time here . Quickly given a table even..."
Paul Quigley
"I have spent a week in Melbourne on a business trip, and I was looking for some of the top places to eat. This place came up and I have to say I was..."
Edita Rokov
"Wow wow wow, this little gem, found in AC/DC lane did not disappoint. Beautiful decor, attentive and helpful staff and amazing food. Will be back for..."
Shelley Miles
"Ambience, lighting, staff and food was on point. Had a beautiful birthday dinner here, will definitely be back..."
Joëlle Maria
"Dined here a few weeks ago with #melbournecitydiners. I was a little hesitant as Indian Cuisine is not one of my top choices. With the help of the..."
Kristine Reimers
"Just incredible!! The food, staff, atmosphere, decor, wine everything was incredible. Joyce helped us selected the food and Travis introduced is to..."
Porsche Lee
"Fantastic place ...atmosphere was just amazing & staff very attentive ... food delicious , would definately go back for another visit 😊..if I had..."
Julie Upfold
"One of the best restaurants I have visited yum yum..."
Rosey Fernandez
"Amazing Restaurant from the second we entered through the front door we were greeted, coats taken, seated st the bar given water and cocktail/drinks..."
Paula Dunn
"Recommended by a friend, great place. We didn't have a booking, so ate at the bar. The food was amazing! Traditional Indian flavours served in a..."
Dale Anne Battin
"Amazing place, the staff very attentive and the food exquisite, would definitely go..."
Patricia Robles H
"Well its Indian cuisine but not Indian.. Its sort of Modern Indian Fusion. You will have a nice experience if you don’t keep your thoughts on..."
radhesh kanna
"Tonka comes with a big reputation and it doesn't disappoint. Creative and very well executed fusion dishes with an Indian influence. The tandoori..."
Sheldon Florence
"An incredible journey of different flavours over small but perfectly sized dishes. These dishes are small with exception of the mains, intentionally...."
Alan King
"🦀 Spanner Crab Betel Leaf 🐙 Deep Fried Baby Octopus 🍗 Mustard Chicken Tikka 🐟 Trout, Wombok Salad 🍤 Kerala Prawn Curry 🐑 Avani’s..."
Stephanie Rose
"Birthday dinner for my wife and our son. The lights were either broken, seriously dimmed or on power-saving mode, but a relatively minor issue...."
Norman Chia
"We've wanted to come here for a long time and finally the day arrived. We were a little early but pleasantly greeted and soon seated with menus and..."
Joanne Lung
"Tonka served modern Indian cuisine in a contemporary, fine-dining style setting. We ordered a few of their meals; Zucchini potato pakora, Chicken..."
Angel Khong
"DIVINE!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! First time visit for us and it didn't disappoint, the service is wonderful and the food is DELICIOUS! My partner..."
Donna
Ichi Ichi Ku Izakaya
89/100 (1151 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Sushi
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Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
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Mid-range
"About a 10 minute walk from the tram, Ichi Ichi Ku is kind of accessible by public transport and south yarra is only a stone's throw away from the..."
Jasmine
"The Bao doesn’t have a very attractive appearance but it actually tastes really good. Highly recommended!Sushi rolls are amazing.Curry..."
Charlotte Cooper
"All good, walk in friendly. A bit noisy, and spaces are crowd. Average taste, nothing surprised. House made wine with plum was great. Cheese cake was..."
Joey Zhang
"Sososo good love the great ocean roll. Very crunchy, the crab eggs are fresh and crunchy, and it has scallops on it which I love. The curry udon is..."
Nickie Nicol Yong
"Really lovely little place. We tried their benton which has a bit of everything you want. The sashimi in it was really fresh. And it has a generous..."
Coco F
"The hidden gem for all sushi lovers. Not too far away from city and small seating restaurant serve the best sushi me and my partner ever ate! The..."
Stifany
"Amazing food! Every dish was so tasty, especially the gyoza and their grilled salmon. The hospitality was wonderful. Coming back very..."
Lil
"Quite an old-style quirky Japanese interior, but the menu is huge with lots of modern Japanese and Asian options.Love a beef short rib, and even..."
Flying Forward
"Food was super delicious, staff were really friendly. Well located right next to botanical garden, extremely clean and feels very cozyHowever..."
Pramitha Ranshika
"One of my favorite places to eat! Fresh food with great service. I highly recommend this place to anyone. Only thing is the prices are a little $$,..."
Chloe Leung
"Will come back for:+ Pork Gyoza+ Salmon Teriyaki+ KaraageIchi Ichi Ku is a rustic little Japanese eatery full of character..."
The Casual Diner
"I have eaten in the restaurant and ordered dinner from here many times in the last year or so I’ve been in Melbourne. The food is consistently..."
KC
"Again another Japanese gem. The place served us with some amazing Japanese food. While my friends were enjoying sushi and beef, I was happily..."
Tulika Kabra
"Amazingly delicious and fresh sushi. The ambience of the place also supports the japanese vibe, as i feel i’ve been whisked away to a hidden a..."
Jessica Felise
"What a gem! Quaint place + cozy, perfect for small groups. Didn't have to wait too long for a table on a Friday night . The food was absolutely..."
Hotnuts
"A tiny Japanese izakaya that dishes out some amazing Japanese food! The menu was similar to their sister restaurants (Ichi ni nana) and featured a..."
Avolette
"Very good customer service!! With a big group of 7 we were afraid it'd be a tight fit but they were very accommodating.We each ordered all..."
E
"The food was yum and their portion sizes were pretty good. The hot rolls from their specials menu were delicious and we also had the obi mayo, pork..."
Cat.n27
"We ordered through deliveroo so we had this meal at home. I truly enjoyed it! We ordered the Sake Teriyaki Don, Tofu side with mushrooms and spinach,..."
Tracy.carmona
"Cute little place with amazing, fresh food. Banofee pie is to die for!! My partner and i come here regularly and never it never..."
Lauren Stacey
"Just trying out this restaurant, because we want to have a fushion sushi roll, Hot roll, ichi ni roll and 119, taste really good, the presentation is..."
Tasty Eaters
"Amazing food! Everything was delicious. The staff is really friendly, and they make you feel welcome. Perfect for a special occasion. We are..."
Ricardo Briceño
"Aaammmaaazzzziiinnngggg... sushi and dessert I could not fault. Highly recommend, the food is so delicious and fresh and the service is perfect...."
Obsessedwithfood
"It's a small place but it's how I like it. Nice and cosy. Great selection of foods from sushi, tapas, udon, rice, salad, dessert. Delicious,..."
GoodFood HappyTummy
"4.5 out of 5 for me personally. The sushi was sooo delicious, and the sashimi was so fresh. The portion is pretty good too. The last time i ate..."
Khorry Sila
"Love this place. Consistently good service and food even take away. Best salmon teriyaki udon I've ever had! Recommend the dragon roll as..."
C
"Cute Japanese place with a very cosy setting. Food was delicious, good portion size and really fresh. I had teriyaki chicken and my friend had the..."
Sinfully Delicious
"I have postponed eating here since I moved to the area 4 years ago. It all seemed too small, too crowded. Finally I was pushed. And pleasantly..."
Geoff
"Visited Ichi Ichi Ku for a double date night on Valentines Day.. The place is tiny and it was bursting at the seams with people eating in and people..."
Jessie1079
"Went for an early dinner yesterday and the place was empty, so we got seated rite away. The place is really small but there's a lot of jap..."
Clarinna
"Delicious food, friendly staff, very nice place! I will see recommend this place! The sushi amd buns are amazing one of the best sushis I have..."
Myacaiadventure
"The restaurant located in a quiet street with great atmosphere. We arrived there at about 6:30 pm. The place is not too big, only about six tables in..."
Kaseyzz
"I picked up some takeaway here last Saturday night. I chose the spicy tuna roll, chicken bun and vegetable gyoza. My favourite dish was the chicken..."
Followthefoodmelbourne
"Good service, good food!!We ordered bento box, wagyu don, wagyu udon and Ebi rolls, the taste are fantastic! Especially the sashimi in bento box..."
Albert Chan
"Ichi Ichi Ku is a small japanese restaurant situated in South Yarra. We walked in on a midweek evening and thought we would easily find a spot but..."
@thefoodiealgorithm
"Granted I have only ordered the mochi because my friends have raved about it but by god it was amazing. It was serve cold, but somehow it still..."
Piggyeatalot
"I went for lunch and got the vegan bento box. It was great to see clearly labelled vegan options on the menu rather than having to ask. The bento box..."
Jacinta Read
"Love sashimi. The sashimi in this restaurant is so fresh and nice. Can’t help myself to go there again. The udon just make u feel so warm. Just..."
Jtsgqsdhrzm
"Came here for lunch with my boyfriend and I immediately fell in love with the decor and atmosphere in here! I ordered beef wagyu don and he ordered a..."
Katherine
"Love their food, taste and presentation are good. The overall taste is not very authentic Japanese and the desserts are abit too sweet for me, the..."
Beth O'Reilly
"Cosy little Japanese place - food is great and the staff friendly and efficient. The seafood ceviche and dragon rolls are my favourite dishes..."
Rebecca
"Easy to say this is the best japanese restaurant in melb hands down, great authentic flavours and fresh seafood makis. Every dish is made to satisfy..."
Mi55Bee
"Came here with a booking and got a table as soon as we arrived. It was such a beautiful night at St Kilda and we got the outdoor seating which made..."
Dilys Yeak
"This place is tiny, and I'd almost say cramped, if it weren't for the atmosphere. The interior (which is a mix of traditional and modern Japanese..."
Katie Johnson
"Was in the area and chose this restaurant because of the high rating. It's a very small restaurant with less than 10 tables. It was very busy when we..."
I. D.
"Good foodLooks...filthy even though its cleanFriendly staffGood locationFresh sushi and good food! I went there only a..."
Slavujce88
"Went there for a late lunch, the restaurant was quiet. I ordered gobo chips, tori gyoza, spicy tuna rolls, some nigiris and tofu ankake. Overall,..."
Quinn
"Delicious food! Large range of variety. The place is a little small though, not much natural lighting. Feels pretty dark and cramped..."
Jean
"Went there with some friends. The food is really good but we were waiting for about an hr for a table at 6.30. It is a tiny tiny restaurant. The..."
Foodie
"The food here are very tasty! The flavour is quite authentically Japanese. But the tables and chairs are very small. You can only have one dish every..."
Shijing Wang
"Stumbled across this place on Zomato and had it bookmarked due to the high rating. On Saturday night, me and my partner were thinking of a place to..."
Melissa
"Hip decor with a traditional twist. Service is excellent and polite. Izakaya style food is generally quite good, with a selection of..."
Hungry Jeweller
"Attention to detail is impeccable. Love the brown rice and organic cola . Lovely daily specials and the sushi and sashimi are..."
Ninniku
"Friendly staff with superb service! Fabulous food and great atmosphere. Highly recommend the 119 sushi maki, fresh made and top layer is melting in..."
Makuroro
"Beautiful food. Portions are excellent, very filling and worth the value. Service is great too. Venue is a bit small for my preference, so good for..."
Charlie
"One of my absolute favourite places to have sushi! Super friendly staff. The Maki rolls are amazing, try the the Ichi Ni Roll or the 119 Roll. Also..."
Manishka’s Foodie Diary
"My partner and I enjoyed the food though we both think we may have got food poisoning from it! Very small restaurant so we had to wait for a seat..."
Brycey Boy
"Food is fine when compared to the other Japanese restaurants in the area (when I say Japanese restaurants these are mostly run by posers who give the..."
Sandeep Singh
"Lovely little place... love the Japanese twist in the breakfast menu...ordered the prawn benedict....a stack of prawn 'toast' ( with a black brioche..."
Theresa
"We came to Ichi Ichi Ku last year for dinner but was told there will be at least 1 hour wait so we decided to come back another time. This is a very..."
Jolene Lim
"Came here tonight with a friend for dinner. We came at 6:00 so we didn't have to wait for a table but very shortly afterwards the place packed out..."
Maddie Kingham
"After reading so many good reviews, decided to try out for lunch.Nice Japanese style setting, quite narrow space and make you feel like..."
Snoopy
"Sushi is sooooooo good here!!! You can feel its freshness :D We tried a lot of dishes so I can't remember exactly the names now but I assure you that..."
Vanessa Espírito Santo
"We were so excited to visit Ichi Ichi Ku - and for good reason! We were a little taken aback by its very humble size; it was packed but absolutely..."
Jenna
"This place is a real treasure. We were there just after the lunch rush, but enjoyed the most sumptuous Japanese-style food!  We were served by..."
Randall Berger
"Really good ambiance, we got a corner table, which is probably the best because it can get busy. I recommend getting there early. Food and service is..."
Richy Libre
"While a little bit on the pricey side, this restaurant certainly serves very high quality food. The various sushi roles are to die for- our favourite..."
@twogoodtoresist
"Amazing service so friendly and cozy. amazing food, ready fresh. Thanks Kurtis for the amazing service, great bloke. 👍..."
Baumanntt98
"Beautiful food, beautiful atmosphere. The ichi ni and 119 sushi rolls were a refreshing and innovative delight on the palate. Presentation was..."
Crazycookies
"Had early dinner here as we knw how crowded it could be if coming exactly on dinner time, we ordered more than what shown on the photos, all the food..."
MF
"The dining space is tiny but the food is delicious and reasonably priced! We were surprised to arrive at 6:30pm on a Saturday night and be seated..."
Melbourne Foodie Memoirs
"Yum! Had a really amazing meal with friends. We ordered several dishes to share (the best way to do dinner!) and everything we had was delicious!..."
Telyawhat
"Ichi Ichi Ku is amazing! 4 friends and I had to wait over an hour for a table because the restaurant is very small, and the only table big enough to..."
Caroline Beaney
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Chengcheng Feng
"If you are craving some deliciously fresh sushi/sashimi then we would highly recommend this small intimate restaurant that can provide you with all..."
Eric&Lisa
"Very yummy food of exceptional quality. Cosy cafe with warm and friendly staff. They used by camera to take a photo of themselves when we asked them..."
Shannon Raffe
"Great staff service, cozy atmosphere and of course delicious food, touches of fusion and classy finish whilst preserving traditional Japanese..."
Kevin Phang
"I secretly hope not too many people stumble across this place. Its a true gem. Service is super friendly, food is amazing and the prices for what you..."
Crystal Roulston
"Amazing, it is worth the cost. Really cozy, exceptional staff and excellent food! Beautiful place, everything is beautifully served. The Salmon..."
Andrea Barragán
"Smooth coffee and amazing vibe. Feels like walking into an interactive experience more than a cafe :) Also the blueberry coffee Timtam muffin is..."
Elliott Bailey
"Good food but a bit pricey! Very small restaurant so gets packed quite quickly and you do feel the pressure to leave from the staff if it's a busy..."
Pao Ying Xin
"Awesome food. Cute little place. Our go to when hungry and at the botanical..."
Simon Trewarne
"Really good food, thoroughly enjoyed it. The only downside, small place with small tables and uncomfortable chairs. But really good quality..."
Adam Webster
Rare Steakhouse Downtown
89/100 (3150 ratings)
Restaurants
Steakhouse
Grill
Australian
Grill
Steakhouse
Australian
Gluten Free Options
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Dinner
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Ribs
Prawns
Porterhouse Steak
Garlic Prawns
Lamb
Fish
Beef
Salad
Oyster
Calamari
Calamares
Sit down
Australian
Grill
Steakhouse
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
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Mid-range
"Nice menu with a wide variety of meat, including grass fed, non gmo choices. Excellent meat, friendly and efficient staff, good wine..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"We visited this venue last night and here is what I thought.... Cons: Red Wine Jus was bland and lacked flavor Pros: Meat cooked..."
Claire Esler (@snackwithclaire)
"Good steak and decent wine list. Has been a long standing go to. Reasonable value; good personable service. Decor could do with an update upstairs...."
Chris
"Best restaurant in Melbourne! … ordered a lamb cutlet for Entrée and two medium and medium rare porterhouse steaks … the delivery was..."
Hooman_golparvar
"I went there for the steak and a work meeting... it delivered flawless, quality produce grilled perfectly... sides an excellent match. Decent wine..."
Bryce Leigh
"I ordered steak that medium...But, I got well done one....Except that thing ok.Service. Clean . Good interior...Bit, annoyed..."
Jin
"What an amazing place! Best steak place I have been too, fantastic food great service. The waitress that took. Are of our table was so lovely and..."
Lyonee Dang
"Came to Rare Steakhouse Downtown for Valentine’s Day and had a great experience! We had the Valentine’s set course for the night including..."
Sandy
"Been here a few times now, steaks are always cooked to perfection & service is always on point, would definitely recommend this place to friends &..."
Joseph Carbone
"What a fabulous place! Surrounded by old blue stone bricks, polished wooden floor boards and cast iron finishes. The decor is immaculate in this..."
Melbourne Food Girl
"Soooo nice. luv this place！the steak tastes tender and juicy, the espresso martini is lovely... nice single table enjoying the moment by..."
Xiao Chen Ding
"Really enjoyed my experience at the Rare Steakhouse Downtown, the food was superb and the staff were amazing. Ordered the grilled lamb cutlets..."
Britney Lay
"Fantastic steak place with a great selection of meats, such as Rump, T-Bone, Eye fillet, Porterhouse and Scotch Fillet in an angus cut, pasture fed,..."
Patrick J. Abade
"This is possibly my first 5 star rating for a place in Melbourne!I’m just speechless about this place.... I would like to add, that I do not..."
Sandeep Pandit
"Very reliable steak restaurant full of corporates from The Rialto. Every time I have been my steak has been perfect. Service can be slow in..."
Moetfan
"Went here for my 25th bday dinner with the family, booked via zomato. Great staff so friendly and attentive, great steaks, drinks and..."
Muty Said
"It turned out to be quite a social week for me, hence had the chance to try another new restaurant that is just one block away from..."
Ilovefood13
"Came here due to it's proximity to the forum prior to a show and to enjoy the variety of steak on offer. Food came out surprisingly quickly..."
Chloe Cakes
"Booked a dinner for 5 for my birthday. Had inadvertently told everyone about a set menu which was for functions of 12 or more. Ari was wonderful and..."
Theclarklett
"My partner and I were here for Valentine’s Day and we got the Valentine’s Day set for two. For starters we had an excellent selection of Fresh..."
Aye Mya Mya Khin
"Favourite place to eat steak in melbourne! Always enjoy our meal 👍 when my partner and I feel like great steak we know we can count on Rare to..."
Samantha
"I I always say that Rare is better than all the other steakhouses and usually it is the case but gradually it becomes more and more lacklustre. It..."
Hungry Little Dinosaur
"Friendly staff and for the most part, great service. The waiter that brought us our food was different from the lady who took our order so a couple..."
Feast Meets West
"Great lunch👍 but I’m at the wrong end of town... Came for lunch on my own in my casuals... I look so out of the place... Port house..."
～Happy Neko~
"The day my friends and I went in was not busy. Priced reasonably, It was absolutely stunning and delicious! The steaks were served to me and my..."
XT Zhou
"The hardest thing to do when having three different steakhouse venues in close proximity to each other is consistency . I’ll admit in the past this..."
Mills
"This steak place was unbelievable. Went there for my birthday and I wasn't disappointed. I booked online which was easy although it's hard to decide..."
Dine And Dash
"The food was excellent. What I have a huge problem is that when it was time to settle the bill, the waitress was VERY pushy for a tip. C'mon man. I..."
Wayne Coetzee
"No. Of Visit: 2Overall Verdict: high-end steak house with amazing environment, but qualities of food & service don't fully hold in respect of..."
Lancelthebard
"This is by far the BEST STEAKHOUSE in Melbourne and if you're a big steak lover or even if you're not you have to try this sensational place..."
Andy
"Steak was perfectly grilled - still pink, tender and juicy. I got the lunch special for only $30 - which I think is very good value. The garlic..."
Janice Bautista
"Our experience was ruined by a rude waitress but otherwise the food was good. The beef tartare was really nice, it was slightly on the salty side for..."
Hungry Ham
"Nice..."
Ryan
"Beautiful steak! I had the 200g grain fed eye fillet with red wine jus, with mash and the steak just melted in my mouth. Lovely warm atmosphere, will..."
Blueberry
"Maybe I have overly high expectations but I would think that a venue presenting itself as a steakhouse would offfer a dry-aged steak.Moving..."
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"Highlights: The Pork Ribs and side order of crispy fried onions.Downfall : The sauces to accompany the steaksWishes : Wish the ambience of..."
April_eats
"Nestled amongst Jazz Bars in Goldie Place is where you'll find Rare Steakhouse Downtown.   Only a short walk from Melbourne's iconic Hardware Lane,..."
Sir And Mlady Dine Out
"If you're a steak lover, definitely make your way down to your nearest rare. I've been to the rare steakhouse on king street a few times and they are..."
Ann
"This weekend we chose Rare as our dinner venue for a bucks with 19 people. The process of booking was a breeze given I kept chopping and changing..."
Renato Varrasso
"This part of King Street is not the greatest place to dine of an evening. However for a good steak it hits the spot. No frills. Steak, chips and..."
Stretts
"Find it so hard to find a good mushroom steak these days even though these guys have a few restaurants king street is my favourite and I feel they..."
Vince
"Steak was fantastic and cooked to perfection. Very nice selection of wine with the house cab absolute scrumptious. Only draw backs that kept it..."
Scott Clark
"Rare provides a sensational culinary experience every time. The Dear Luncher, aka The Secretary of Steak has visited on numerous occasions. If..."
The Dear Luncher
"Not a bad thing to say about any dining experience I've had here.The staff are always accommodating and friendly. The steak is always cooked to..."
Danii Dee
"It was packed when we arrived. The porterhouse wagyu is the best. The staffs are really nice, which is a plus. They sang a birthday song for us, a..."
Tris
"Went here last night! Got the eye fillets 200/300g with chips, mash, onion rings, roasted veg and feta mushrooms!Lovely food but the roasted veg..."
Trevor
"Love this place. Service was alright, always have new staff. But good steaks; you want steak, just come here!! Highly recommended for..."
Penny
"Took my boyfriend to Rare Downtown as a birthday treat as he loves steak. It was on the recommendation of a friend. When I booked, I also requested..."
Little Pink Piggy
"We enjoyed an absolutely wonderful dinner here. Both of our meals were faultless. The ambience and service was excellent, as was the lovely waitress..."
Serena Shehrbano
"For a steakhouse they did cook the steak well although my partner had a more expensive cut of meat & said she much preferred mine as hers was rather..."
Ben McDuffie
"I went to this restaurant with my partner on Saturday, it had a nice atmosphere, helpful staff and the steak was delicious. My partner got the scotch..."
Kirsty Haggerty
"Walked past this place quite a few times and finally my workmates and i went and tried it out. For the price and what you got it was pretty good, i..."
Skinnyfatty
"We love Rare Steakhouse! Which is rare that we would like it, because neither of us are big steak fans, probably only have steak every couple of..."
TheHungryCouple
"Want a great quality steak with amazing service? Rare downtown has such a great atmosphere that you will love eating here again and again. Loved the..."
Nick Rogers
"Had a great meal with a friend, outstanding food and service. Lovely porterhouse steak, which was perfectly cooked. The dessert was phenomenal...."
JC
"Amazing food! The steak was perfectly cooked and the service excellent. 5/5 rating well deserved - beautiful decor and restaurant design..."
Linda
"Really good food and great atmosphere! Got salt and pepper calamari and wild mushroom arancini balls for entre, eye fillet with mash for main and..."
Katie Campbell
"Pork ribs and oysters for entree. Pork ribs were so tender and had a subtle smokey flavour. Some sort of sauce would of been nice to make it less..."
Simone
"I loved the uptown one so thought it'd be the same here. Same name but the foods tasted different. Ordered scotch fillet steak which was rare..."
Phuong Phan
"Good service and nice eating atmosphere,panacotta was too sweet with som much berry jam on top. Eye fillet was quite tender and baked potato, no..."
Vivian Wu
"Lovely restaurant, perfect for midweek date night or catching up with friends on a Friday evening. Their oyster platter is a perfect starter with 8..."
Trinh Ly
"Had the eye fillet of Grain Fed Black Angus and Angus pure natural beef. The texture is great, good place for dating. The surrounding atmosphere is..."
Jessica Han
"Everything was just absolutely beautiful! Perfect oysters and a fantastic range as well. The entree gnocchi was amazing and the steak were beautiful,..."
Michael
"I had the beef ribs, it was flavoursome but the meat was not tender and didn't know fall off the bone. It was also a little burnt at the end. Very..."
JiTe
"Rare was having a special for September giving away 2 glasses of branded Riedel if you order their Wagyu steaks. I've never tried the Wagyu steaks..."
Occasionalist
"A warm greeting on a cold night. We did main and dessert, indulging in some tender steaks. Great tip from the waitress about the portion sizes..."
Looking For The Perfect Bite
"First time at the King st location and loved it!Greeted the moment we walked in, shown to our table where our waiter was waiting to formally..."
MelbFoodsta
"I love this place so much! Steak was cooked to perfection, very tender and juicy! Dessert was da bomb, flourless chocolate cake. I am definitely..."
Foodieadventures
"Yummy. This is a excellent place to go to and you will definitely leave satisfied. One of the best cooked steaks I have ever..."
Ruan And Mel
"“My husband and I remember this restaurant for it’s good quality and consistent steaks. This occasion was initiated through Dimmi’s booking..."
Melbourne Food Baby
"Eye Fillet (200grams) With Baked Potato, 36AUD  Mushroom Sauce, 4.50AUD Rare Steakhouse is a white-tablecloth restaurant serving 15 various..."
Evelovelle
" All in all, aside from the disappointing entree, I enjoyed all the other meals we tried at Rare Steakhouse. Rare Steakhouse also sell pork ribs..."
Candice
"Layer on the sauce and roll out the beef, has very nice trimmings for a hearty night’s meal. The soft lighting and modern decor in this classy..."
Thomas Mel
"Posting on behalf of my partner as he is the meat eater. His 200 gram steak was very good, and he is very picky on steaks. As a vego, would be good..."
sallyyypappa
"I ate the 300 gram grass fed scotch fillet with chips and blue cheese sauce and the trio of sorbet for dessert. The steak was cooked perfectly and..."
Phil Thompson
"Lets start with food, The quality of food is great. Everything were fresh. We ordered entrees for two ($40), which was good and tasty. Was a little..."
Hassan Kalantari
"One of the best steaks I've ever had. Ordered the tomahawk steak - it was cooked very well (was med-rare) and I loved the char on the steak. The..."
Melissa L
"Such attentive service. Never have I had such an amazing sticky date pudding which arrived with hot butterscotch sauce and a pudding that was so..."
Vanessa Wong-Lee
"Best service ever! I was served a medium steak even if I ordered rare, and they did everything to correct the situation. They were very apologetic..."
Denise Castro
"We were a party of 10. The staff were super friendly and very helpful, from front of house, to wait staff. The food was delicious, as usual; high..."
Sylvia Purdie
Sosta Ristorante
89/100 (1075 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Calamares
Prawns
Prosciutto
Quail
Beef
Lamb
Pesto
Fish
Crab
Ragu
Duck
Calamari
Risotto
Sit down
Italian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Dinner
After-hours
Mid-range
"What a fabulous place, we loved it, staff engaging and efficient delicious food and one of my favourite wines of the campaigna available � highly..."
Miki Wilson
"The food was impeccable- authentic Italian. I can't point out a favorite as out of roughly 10 dishes EVERY dish was delicsuous. We had pasta, braised..."
Dani Cardamone
"This place out-performs on every level. Fantastic, friendly, knowledgeable staff, food to die..."
Chelsea Annon
"It was our first time at Sosta Cucina I must say my husband and myself were both very impressed It will be one our favourite restaurants from now..."
Chrissy L Hutt
"Consistently outstanding food. I have been getting takeaway from here since the pandemic shutdown, and I must say the lasagne on the takeaway menu is..."
Lizia
"Went for dinner recently with my father and two of his work colleagues visiting from overseas, on Dad’s suggestion as he had been once before. We..."
Dining With Debbie
"Food, service and ambience was amazing. Everything tasted fresh and had balanced flavours. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for good italian..."
KhanhLy Tran
"I had one of the best cannolonis in this place. It was delicious. Loved this restaurant and would surely go back again. Ambience was neat and service..."
Food Lover
"I was hanging out with some friends in North Melbourne who recommended this restaurant. My mom was visiting from NYC and she loves Italian food. Long..."
Jenny R
"Dined at Sosta recently with my brother and cousin. We’re Italian, I’m a good cook and the boys are better than I am. Both are very educated..."
Flavietta
"Came here for lunch and had the pappardelle with the lamb ragu and it was absolutely delicious. Definitely one of my highlights from my time in..."
Emily Mauro
"The decor was beautiful and quite fancy! I had the pasta first of the lamb pappardelle. So good, a little hard for my liking but still nice. The pork..."
Leanne Dando
"Hubby and I dined here last night and had an enjoyable night! Friendly attentive service, very good wine selection My husband had the Angus beef..."
Frances Mona
"We came to Sosta Cucina on the recommendation of an Italian couple, and now it's our turn to recommend Sosta to others! Everything from the friendly..."
Hello. Imnikki
"I can't fault this place. I have been here multiple times and I am never disappointed. The food is absolutely delicious and affordable.The..."
Brooke Mazzeo
"Italian cuisine at its near best. Highlight for me included both the duck, lamb and choc dessert. Service was great which made the overall experience..."
MrMena
"I ate at Sosta's tonight. I find I can always rely on getting a tasty meal and a good glass of wine. Tonight did not disappoint. We are lucky to have..."
Robynbel
"Review from February 2017I don't make it northside very often, so when I headed to North Melbourne recently for a gig at The Comic's Lounge I..."
Pasta Of Melbourne
"This is my favorite local restaurant. The food is excellent particularly the lamb ragu and their specials. This is a restaurant that is consistently..."
Alan Clayton
"We call this our local - it is close to work and where we like to go for dinner every few weeks. I have lost count of how many times we have come..."
Pinch Of Bacon
"The food here is always fresh and delicious. The staff are highly professional knowledgeable and warm. Just love this place. The zucchini flower..."
Lynn Griffin
"Sosta Cucina is all class. For special occasions and fine (delicious) dining with my partner this is where I go. The black truffle oil and mushroom..."
Carli
"We have been coming to SC for some years now. Have been to other similar restaurants, but due to the fantastic service, exceptional food and ambiance..."
Bren Reid
"Went here for lunch with Hong Kong team. Presentation excellent. Very impressive. This was a quick eat and we did mains only. I couldn't go past..."
Tony
"Loved it! We had such a lovely night! The Food & Cocktails were beautiful with service to match.....! Well done guys thanks so much! Will..."
Vegan Delights
"The menu looked great, the specials sounded terrific and the waiter was efficient. Good start and nothing disappointed.My crayfish salad entree..."
Nesaea
"Had a great experience. This restaurant is always packed ! And yeah I understood why ! The food and wine choices were impeccable and the waiters were..."
Arv Sharma
"Such a great night! Blown away to be honest!!!Okay so I first reviewed this place a few years back. At that point I gave it a 4, it was..."
CantStopEating
"Great little local Italian place.  Really surprised me in that i wasn't expecting the quality that i got served for a little Italian restaurant in..."
THE_G_MAN
"I chose the restaurant because I believed that it would provide an environment conducive to a business discussion.  In that regard it was not ideal..."
Jez Collier
"One of my favourite Melbourne restaurants. The food is out-of-this-world delicious! Service is always friendly and relaxed. Sosta Cucina is a must..."
Justine
"Beautiful upmarket traditional Italian cuisine.  We had the pappardelle which was excellent as well as the dessert tasting plate.  Although some..."
Mrs Mark
"Delicious food but loses points for being small serves that are overpriced. Sure pasta is filling and not supposed to be the main course, so price..."
Petty Cash
"Sosta Cucina is one of my absolute favourite restaurants in Melbourne. Every dish is exquisite and the staff is absolutely lovely. The steak was..."
Clare Louise Wilson
"Stayed at The Larwill Studio and the staff recommended this place and I'm so thankful they did. The food is absolutely outstanding as was the..."
Birdman
"HIGH STANDARDS -- I had a business lunch this week, two dishes for 30 bucks and I left very impressed with the place, the food, the service and..."
Lulu T. Legrand
"Fantastic. We hosted a special occasion Sundaylunch for 22 of our friends and family at Sosta Cucina and everyone was really. Impressed with the..."
Melbourne_diner
"Great pasta dishes. Had a great meal (again) at Sosta Cucina - the food and services is always exceptional. It was busy even on a Tuesday evening..."
Inlikeconsulting
"Absolutely delicious and definitely value for money! The portions are large and very filling. Their homemade pickled chilli is also a definite stand..."
Sandy Tran
"Long time local, finally went and checked out Sosta. Very impressed, great staff and amazing food. The pasta is just so good, we were stuffed at the..."
Imojaune
"A North Melbourne treasure. It has been some time that I have been to a restaurant and was impressed with the cocktails, food and service. I had the..."
Nella Attard
"It's Northern. ...not Southern Italian fare here. Delicious food, great service and super wine list. Always reliable, always yum. A local..."
Labradongle
"Tick it off the list.... I had been meaning to come here for a few years and we finally made it. We were both a little underwhelmed with the whole..."
ScKatt
"Warm and cosy. Pleasant food, service and setting. Highlight was the Sous-vide warm octopussalad with pea puree and kipfler..."
Sauce
"I should have been a Italian! Love the food and all things Italian, Sosta is a beautiful Italian restaurant that gets it right. Flavours amazing. I..."
SuzieQ
"Came here for my dads birthday and thourght it was wonderful and the service was great but i wasnt paying so im unsure about the..."
Lolapi74
"Beautiful dinner for my boyfriend's bday. Came here for the boyfriend's birthday and was suitably impressed. Lovely staff, gorgeous ambiance and..."
Sarah Melanie
"Really lovely restaurant. Our party of 7 dined very well here. My three courses were excellent. Superb produce and beautifully cooked. The Italian..."
Two Sheds
"Umbrian Delight. Awesome wine dinner, with 4 dishes matched with wines from Umbria, the clear standouts Pasta with shaved truffle and a cheeky white,..."
Desi 71
"So good. Been here about 15times over the years. Love the food and the vibe. Some of the best pasta I have had. It's the sort of place you can take..."
Mr Stout
"Spring evening dining. Restaurant service can wax and wane, the night I dined it was excellent, and attentive. Agree portions are small...but tasty...."
Revis
"Nice service. Sosta offers a choice of good quality italian food. No traditional recipes, instead, one is offered meal prepared with invention. Small..."
Kandur
"A favourite..... I love, love, love Sosta Cucina!My husband and I have been coming here since it first opened. It is our local...."
CarltonCaz
"Classic italian. Came here bout a month ago on a lazy Sunday night. Nice ambiance, perfect first date restaurant. Knockout dishes squid ink pasta and..."
Daniela Karner
"Nice suprise... Went here about a month and a half ago.Lovely little restaurant with good service and good food. Squid ink and crab pasta a standout..."
Jase Stace
"It's been 2 years since I was last here, but the food staff and ambience were as wonderful as the last time!! The Bollito Misto and the bombolini..."
Michael Neat
"Loved it. Small but..."
Chris
"Fab Food on Errol. As someone who was unlucky enough not to have been born Italian I cherish my visits to Sosta Cucina. I can honestly say I've never..."
LisaM
"Some intersting dishes. Food and service good. A lot to like about this smallish resto in a buzzy part of Errol St. We were there on a Saturday night..."
Jimbo
"Delicioso ---- but way too salty. I love robust flavours, spices and salt...but i was rather taken aback when everything i had was JUST OVERLY SALTY!..."
Unforkettable
"Great Italian Restaurant. In my opinion this is a really lovely Italian restaurant - and definitely the best in North Melbourne. It is nicely done..."
The_d_rock
"Thanks Team. We had lunch at Sosta for my birthday today and it was fantastic as usual. It was my wifes first time at Sosta as the other times we..."
Andrew Russell
"Love it!. I've never had anything less than a really great meal here. Staff are friendly and professional, the free house bread and oil are top..."
Lisa Marriot
"From booking to paying Sosta Cucina defiantly ticked all the right boxes! The owner was funny and so knowledgable! Everything we ate had fantastic..."
Dasfoodie
"The bread and wine was a great way to start the epicure. The Ragu rigatoni was..."
Penny
"What a great little restaurant, found with help of Urban Spoon... Excellent service from waiters who know their stuff, tasty food and great wine...."
Diana Vawdrey
"Great. I found the service from Maurice was friendly and helpful. The lamb fell off the bone and melted in the mouth. The desserts were lovely. Plus,..."
Jamie A
"Fantastic!. I was in Sosta last Friday for lunch and tried the new menu, as always terrific food and great service. I especially liked the Zucchini..."
Dessie
"Terrific. We go looking all over melbourne for good authenic italian - and we think this one is superb. Great food - authentic and imaginative, good..."
St Kilda Local
"Terrific Italian cuisine with simply the best ragu in Melbourne. Fresh produce and outstanding service make this abode a pleasure to be a part of...."
The Cobra
"Fantastic food and friendly staff. Everything was superb and we were very well looked after! Highly..."
Ben Farrell
"Lovely little Italian restaurant. Decor is a bit dated but food is great and service is..."
S Kil
"A little bit on the expensive side but well worth it for the experience and the food. Authentic Italian food, intimate dining, attentive staff and..."
Amelia Pennycook
"Brilliant little italian restaurant. The quality of the pasta is outstanding. All other dishes we had were top quality. Don't expect massive family..."
Hiram Hackenbacker
"Delicious and authentic food with great service from the staff who knew their stuff and were very friendly! A cosy and intimate dining experience..."
Milly Greenway
"Food was so good at this place, and such good value, too. Beautiful, delicate pasta with lamb ragu and perfectly cooked steak. Simple but..."
Simon Sanders
"What an amazingly authentic and delightful Italian experience Sosta Cucina is. Can’t wait to return and try every dish on the menu. Thank you for..."
Francesca O'Brien
"Service and taste of the food are amazing and will come back for sure. The entree portions are a big small but the mains size are good. Came with..."
Rodrigo del Busto
Coda
89/100 (4416 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Asian
Australian
Contemporary
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Prawns
Chili
Crab
Scallops
Steak Tartare
Duck
Meringue
Oyster
Calamari
Quail
Tuna
Calamares
Lamb
Salmon
Fish
Pork
Parfait
Beef
Buffalo mozzarella
Cheesecake
Tapas
Ribs
Eggplant
Lamb chops
Curry
Salad
Sit down
Contemporary
Australian
Asian
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Reservations
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Hit and miss. Great location and staff were very good. Half of our dishes were really good but one dish was undercooked and another just not up to..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"Great Melbourne spot. The service was friendly, as we went their for a business dinner they didn't bother us with much smalltalk. The food was pretty..."
Geniebear
"We had such a good meal here. Being Asians, we know our food, the flavours were packed.. unique.. we are already looking forward to our next meal at..."
SimbaLovesFood
"Took my parents here who from New Zealand and we have not stopped raving since. We did not make a reservation but we able to get a table for 4 at 6pm..."
Laura Voice
"@codamelbourne Mid week pleasures at Melbourne's one hatted restaurant.Tucked away in a basement on Flinders Lane.Had the chili caramelised bug and..."
M3lissa____
"Great service, nice wine paring, sommelier was very professional, the food were interesting and delicious, Vietnamese and French fusion. Had a great..."
FoodieInMel
"Its sooooo good!! I had the cauliflower, spatchcock and lamb, it was the right portion for one (lady). Then I had the peanut dessert (recommended by..."
18mh18lv
"Have been wanting to go here for donkeys and I finally did and it did not disappoint food is an absolute 10/10. We had a couple betel leafs which..."
Birdman
"Love going to Coda for some nibbles and cockfails. We always grab a few dishes to share hereThe crispy prawn betel leaf is a must, and the..."
Teeks
"I had been looking forward to this place, and in summary, the place has excellent food and some very creative drinks. However it’s a bit over..."
Alan Tse
"Upon opening our doors in 2009, we were thrilled to receive the The Age Good Food Guide's 'HatAward' and have maintained it ever since. Complementing..."
Robin
"I made a zomato account just so i could write a review about how good the scallops were. The service was attentive, charismatic and..."
Sarah P
"This place is AMAZING!One of the best experience we have had in Melbourne.All of the food on the menu is to die for, we had several shared..."
Kerrie Peck
"Excellent food and service!Every dish was fantastic. Food comes out at a good time and you never feel rushed.Veggie curry was..."
Rowland
"Excellent food and fantastic service. The staff are extremely courteous. The food arrived on time. The only downside was that the restaurant's..."
Apoorv Malhotra
"Went here around 6pm with my friend. We have been told to finish by 7.30pm. Anyway, was a nice place but a bit pricey. I had veg curry 🍛..."
Perry
"I feel so lucky that I can get a table for Saturday lunch. All the foods are excellent except the calamari salad. It’s a bit too hot for me. Even..."
Gourmet Explorer
"Great friendly service and pleasant relaxed atmosphere, obviously a very popular place as it filled up quickly while we were there but we didn't feel..."
Susan Susan
"Great restaurant with friendly waiting staff and a fresh innovative menu. Highlights include the crispy skin chicken and the dessert menu. Highly..."
Dumba
"We went there for a date night. Had some amazing champagne and white wine. The staff helped us pick the best of the menu. We got mostly the small..."
Tabi Ei
"Yep. Delicious. Not much to fault with this place. A contemporary and creative menu that was nicely balanced. Premium ingredients used which were all..."
Linda
"Took my boyfriend here for his birthday last week and it was a wonderful experience! The staff were very helpful and welcoming, and the food was..."
Kira Dinh
"This was a place I had booked us into and WOW didn’t disappoint. What a really nice place to come for dinner. Lovely restaurant and friendly staff...."
Donna&Shane
"I love the lunch here. Especially sitting up at the bar to eat where you can also get glimpses of the master chefs at work in the kitchen! Really..."
Tanya
"Another great gem of Melbourne cbd hidden just off flinders lane in a basement setting. Expect Asian fusion style food but with a kick of french..."
Tasting Notes Melbourne
"Bartender and waitress who served us were an absolute delight. It was so nice that when we asked which cocktails the waitress recommended, she was..."
Stefan Piritidis
"One of the most interesting menus in Melbourne. Food that is a bit different and excellently executed. Great service and stylish surrounds...."
Eat Me!
"Wow! Didn’t know that Vietnamese cuisine can be this fusion and creative in its textures and flavours. Great share plates selections and wine..."
Ling Yuan
"This was an outstanding restaurant experience. We were seated at the bar, which worked well as we could see some of the kitchen work and gain an..."
Harrysingh Rawat
"It was funny arriving here midweek with a girlfriend to have a D'N'M over some good food and great wine. Most of the other guests were dressed more..."
Blefdot
"Mod Asian with a side of great service. Helped through the menu like an old man hopping out of a bath. Everything was flavorful and spectacular. I..."
JB
"We had lunch at Coda today and loved it. We started with the crispy tapioca and prawn betel leaf. It was so crisp and delicious. Next was the Hervey..."
Chippie
"We enjoyed a great pre-show meal here early on a Thursday night. We dropped in without a booking and were fortunate enough to get a seat at the bar...."
Samantics
"Delicious.. what more can you say. Everything that came out of the kitchen was either delectable (prawn betel leaf) or unique (Thai basil sorbet with..."
Jo
"We came here for dinner. Was it cheap? Nope. Was the serving generous? Nope. Was it delicious?Yes, except for one dish. The first dish that came..."
Don Djoe
"Wow! Great food, wonderful service and an excellent wine list. Really enjoyed the tuna salad, quail lettuce wrap, squid salad and the tea infused..."
Fredster64
"“That’s a nice view of the bins,” said my husband as he looked out through the ground-level window. I saw the monochromatic arches of Chanel..."
Occasionalist
"Celebrated anniversary dinner. We let the restaurant bring us dishes until we were full. It was the same as an $80pp degustation which was superb..."
The Barrister Snob
"Don't usually opt for Vietnamese-inspired but glad I did! Had the tuna salad, palm heart salad, fried eggplant and accidentally ordered steak instead..."
Milla Vanilla
"Amazing restaurant. Food was delicious and service was fantastic!Favourite dish: Fresh oysters. Rating: 5/5Service: 4/5Food:..."
Sweet.connoisseur
"Whilst we thoroughly enjoyed the food we did leave a tad hungry still, despite spending nearly $200 on food alone. Plus, I believe we made some poor..."
Lauren Maree
"Coda is one of Melbourne’s best. What they do they do so well! The service is always impeccable. It’s often described as modern Asian but I’m..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Simply divine! Every single dish was spot on perfection. The service was second to none! The roast chicken & the ocean trout were our favourites!..."
Lella Dee
"Another hidden gem within Flinders Lane, Coda offers fine Asian fusion dishes, ranging from something little to nip on, shared plates or bigger..."
TweeVy Ngo
"Cool basement area where the restaurant is - atmosphere is buzzing. Food is modern Asian Fusion. I ordered the prawn betal leaf which was crispy and..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Service at Coda was great.. lived up to the expectations!Food was good however scored slight lower because have had more of a flavour explosion..."
Wine And Food Lovers
"Coda has been an old favourite and it never disappoints, I always get the scallops and lamb cutlets but everything on the menu is lush. The wine..."
Chronicles Of A Foodie
"The place was packed and buzzing when we arrived for our dinner reservation and we enjoyed every dish we ordered. A great spot for date..."
Tina Tran
"After multiple failed attempts of trying to get a reservation at Coda, I was finally fortunate this week and it's fair to say it lived up to the..."
The Judge
"Went here on a Saturday evening without a booking with the two of us and got a seat at the bar which was great. The service of the bar man was..."
Tom Hill
"Went there with a group of frd last week. The seafood there tasted so good, especially the lobster n oyster. The sauce was so good. The soup was..."
Milktealayer
"Phenomenal. Melbourne’s best for me. Great food, great wine list, great atmosphere. We continue to go back time and time again. Never disappoints...."
Sam Tamblyn
"Five stars out of five for every staff member of the Coda team. Sat at the bar, every bar person, wait staff, manager... a credit to the restaurant...."
Moetfan
"😱Lizzie's first impression: The place is underground and is everything a typical Melburnian asian fusion place should be - dim lights, a bar with..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"We went to Coda for lunch yesterday and having dined several times at Tonka we were intrigued to see how Adam D’Sylva’s famed other restaurant..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Some really delicate interesting flavours, I preferred the dishes with punchier flavours. Only real disappointment for me was ordering a truffle dish..."
Mel
"Such a great find! My friend and I wanted to try chin chin but there was 2 hour wait, so we left quite quickly... BUT on our way back we found Coda..."
Kirsty Haggerty
"Smaller: Hà Nội style fried rice paper roll with pork, truffle and nuoc cham & Crispy tapioca and prawn betel leaf with kaffir lime and green..."
Sassyfoodqueen
"Dined here last night with girlfriends. We were a little late but they accompanied for us and all the food came out on time! Fantastic service could..."
Donut Kill My Vibe
"Great food & great place....all dishes we ordered are great, balanced flavors.... highly recommend duck larb with cashews, full of flavors. For two..."
Lcche3
"Great Modern Asian cuisine. There's a mixture of Asian and western food, not so much fusion but as a seperate dish for example we had duck curry with..."
Food Junkie
"Very nice place. Very good service. Food is good, the entrée was the best, duck from the main course was really nice. Very hard to get a table;..."
ITomx
"I had a really good time here. Food was very full flavoured and an excellent pace. We sat up on the bar where there was a good view of the kitchen,..."
AmyEats
"Service like the food always great efficient clean and well trained a true reflection of high standards, love the bettel leaf and the scallops..."
Ramskil Thomas
"Absolutely love this place, my favourite restaurant in Melbourne. I've been a number of times and have never been disappointed, great for an intimate..."
Kat
"The underground location definitely adds to the modern, intimate vibe of the restaurant. Service was fantastic and food was up there. Portions aren't..."
Guzzling
"We came her for our anniversary dinner and it did not disappoint.  The setting and décor was lovely, with soft lighting and the seating was..."
Colleen Eljari
"A nice restaurant. Another excellent Melbourne modern Asian spot. Came here with old friends and had a lovely time. My opening negroni set the..."
Two Sheds
"Quality melbourne venue. All dishes were very good - Steak tartare, duck curry, calamari, kingfish. Pinot from central Otago even better. Service..."
Stretts
"Came here on a monday night and it was still busy and full of atmosphere which was great! food was delightful and service topped off my whole..."
Louise
"Cannot fault customer service. Top notch staff!! Felt completely at ease. Ordered several small dishes as I was by myself. But each dish was bursting..."
Mysy
"Had lunch here today. The dishes were quite small, even the main course. But they all taste pretty good. I was going to order the roast duck curry..."
Veronica Lin
"10/10 evening. Came here for an anniversary dinner and the service, restaurant, drinks, food and staff in general were fantastic...."
Phoebe Rothfield
"Went here with a group of 4 after having it on the "to try" list for a few months. The service was impeccable, attentive without being overbearing..."
Steph Giles
"Really lovely dining experience! The atmosphere of Coda is delightful, would be a great date night setting. Four of us went to try some of the shared..."
Lisa Giles
"Excellent king fish dish and great Shiraz on glass. Duck was well cooked but king fish is definitely the best out of 5 dishes we tried! Will comeback..."
Dugie@Moon
"Went with a friend without a booking and we were lucky to get the last seats at the bar. After being seated by a host, rather than wait staff, it was..."
Jamie
"Took my partner here for his birthday as it was high up on his list of places to go on Flinders Lane. This place had great ambience and atmosphere...."
Kimberley Leggett
"We had wanted to dine at Coda for the longest time but it was always fully booked. We managed to secure a booking via the website three weeks in..."
Hangry Horace
"Came in early at about 6:30 and was lucky enough ti score a seat at the bar. People that came later than us wete unfortunately turned down! During my..."
Dilys Yeak
"Great atmosphere, just off Flinders Lane. Because it was lunch and a business meeting we were pressed for time, service infallible but didn't feel..."
Sneha Arora
"My friend treated me to a night at Coda for my birthday, the food was great could not fault it, and majority of the service was fantastic - the main..."
Foodandwinefan
"We cannot recommend this place enough, we were even more happy at the fact that you can make a reservation (no lining up - hooray ! :)).Highly..."
Lyn
"For me it was hit and miss. Some dishes were delicious and others I'd be happy to not have again. The scallops, lamb ribs, steak and buffalo..."
Kady
"A Birthday Dinner Done PerfectlyCoda A Modern Asian in the Heart of Melbourne, and a super yum one too! A wide Menu to please..."
Just Jamie
"Hidden away in the basement, a delightful place to explore.Delicious fusion Asian food with awesome presentation. A place suitable for..."
Nodame
"Went for a little stroll down Flinders Lane while waiting for our table at Chin Chin. Coda was extremely enticing from the lane so we thought we..."
Eatdrinkbe_merry
"Great vibes, delicious food, impeccable service. There was quite a wait between each dish, but our waiter noticed this and notified the kitchen...."
Simone
"Coda was okay. I preferred tonka over coda but I think my friends and I should have followed our gut and selected the right dishes. The lady who..."
Valerie L Jovee
"Been to Coda a couple of times now. Very sleek interior and immaculate service. Great sharing style menu combing both Asian and Mediterranean..."
Kate Dougherty
"Came here for my husbands birthday. We had a booking and getting in was no fuss. It is located off a one of Melbournes beautiful laneway of..."
FoodingAroundMelbourne
"Tasty , great experience indeed .. I like that you have the option to order as many pieces as you like , which is good as you can try more dishes..."
Reem A Ch
"Service was excellent, venue is very intimate and romantic in my opinion! Food was great, Asian French fussion, my highlight was roast yellow duck..."
Jane B
"After my previous flawless dining experience with Coda, this Asian inspired restaurant quickly became one of  my 'New Faves' in Melbourne...."
The New Fave
"So there’s this little ol restaurant serving up cuisine that’s best described as French – Asian fusion in a basement on iconic Flinders Lane...."
MelbourneVita
"Been years since I've been back here again, and definitely worth the revisit ! Food was spectacular, and so was service. :) don't skip out on all the..."
Munchkinmichie
"Interesting is the best way to sum it up. An asian style menu with touches of classic French. Walked into a dark dining room with a great buzz. We..."
FoodFoodFood
"My friend and I had dinner with Coda a day or so ago and it was pretty much the best dining experience I've had in Melbourne.The food was..."
Anna
"Easily the best food and service I've had in my time in Melbourne so far. I had the duck curry which was excellent, and finished with a salted..."
SynVisions
"This place never fails to disappoint, it's amazing, the staff are lovely and would strongly recommend. I have yet to have something I didn't like on..."
Charlotte Rose Nicholson
"There is certainly no shortage of Asian fusion restaurants in Melbourne and five year old Coda has been one of the most acclaimed. Hiding on a..."
Aussie Meets World
"How have I never been to Coda? It’s definitely now up there with my favorites. So confession time, I’m not 21 anymore but I’m sure it’s still..."
FoodieAboutTown
"Fantastic. Delicious food, great wait staff and sommelier was perfect with a recommendation for wine. The meringue dessert was a winner! The..."
Patchy
"Love love love the food. Service is pretty good and personal. Unfortunately, we over ordered and didn't have enough space for desserts. What a shame!..."
LoveFOOD Hate BADservice ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ
"I can understand why we had to book this place 2-3 months in advance, because it was amazing! Highly recommend the bay bugs, scotch and the meringue..."
Kathleen
"We always love this place.. great food, staff are awesome and attentive.. The door guy Trav was very hospitable.. see you very soon coda...."
Greg G
"Mixed feelings about this place, it's not 'that' great. The food was Asian French fusion, very small plates to share. So you need to order pretty..."
Brunching
"I looked forward to attending this Melbourne dining institution. I had heard great things about this joint.Our waitress and  the sommelier..."
The Tastebud
"Really loved this place. Food, drinks, service, all big ticks from me. My favourite dessert here would be the s'mores parfait. DELICIOUS!!!! Highly..."
Susie Tran
"Excellent food, excellent wine pairing. Service was great and we were made to feel very welcome. Even though I am a pescetarian and my partner a meat..."
Shannon Fox
"Enjoyed our lunch here. Starters were fabulous. So fresh and tasty. Mains were lovely, again very tasty flavors, however my partner did say that the..."
Missy Mahony
"Must be one of my favourites in Melbourne!Had to wait for 2 months to get a table booked but it was well worth the wait. Food is amazing!..."
Orkedia
"Never disappoints. Service is spot on- attentive without being pushy. Food is also consistently good: blackened quail, lettuce delights, duck larb..."
FoodN
"Excellent dining experience.Set underground in an alley off Flinders lane. Always buzzingFrench-Vietnamese inspired contemporary cuisine...."
The Epicurean
"Hard to know where to start.  Loved, loved, loved it.  Waited two months for a booking and it was worth every minute. Industrial feel without..."
Sheridan Honey
"Thoroughly enjoyed our evening at Coda last night. Delicious cuisine with some dishes I'll definitely come back for. The kung pao chicken and the..."
Mesmaty
"We had the most wonderful dinner at Coda last week - everything was perfect! Cocktails and wine were fantastic, and the food was EXCEPTIONAL...."
Pippa Skinner
"Delicious dishes with yummy wines to match. These guys know what they're doing. Combined with a great vibe and comfortable space, a winning..."
Fortheloveoffood
"Had dinner here recently on a whim. Had no booking and just walked in off the street. No table was free at the time however we were told if we were..."
Kenneth Seymour
"Their big share plates are much better than starters. Sizzling seafood was the best. Bigger on flavor and size but food took a while to..."
Croissant Lady 91
"DO: If you're in a group of 8 or more, do the set dinner menu. No thinking involved. If not, do the crispy prawn, moreton bay bug, quail, twice pork..."
David Food Leasing
"Another special evening at Coda where our waiter took us on an amazing journey. As usual we let him choose the dishes which we shared around the..."
Jerzgrl
"Been wanting to come here for the longest time ever and we had to make bookings one month in advance for a table for 3! Their menu is really..."
XiaoHui Teo
"Located off one of Melbourne’s cool hipster cobblestone lanes (ladies think hard about your shoes if you know you’re heading to this place)...."
LaFussPot
"Exceptional! This place just blew us away. From the moment you walk in you are greeted with a smile. The ambiance and decor of Coda is cozy, fresh..."
North Fitzroy Food Addict
"Had a great little lunch today , oysters were great nice and creamy , the bugs on betel leaf was so good . Aperol smoked trout yum and the pork hock..."
Julie Cassie
"Great spot, incredible food and great wine.Coda is a great place to go with a few friends, try lots of tasting plates on the menu and enjoy..."
Melbourne Explorer
"One of the best modern Asian fusion restaurants in Melbourne. The menu and the food is always inventive, creative and absolutely delicious...."
Matt
"Melbourne's 1 hat top restaurant - Coda is renowned for its modern Thai/Vietnamese fusion menu. Love the small dishes created by chef Adam D'Sylva,..."
J88
"Good fusion-Asian cuisine, lovely staff, chef came to our table to take photo with us. I love their use of different herbs & nuts in almost all their..."
TT
"Popped my Coda cherry last night, and boy I'm glad I did. It was like gastronomical healing. The French Vietnamese cuisine was nothing like I've ever..."
Nithya Nagarajan
"Celebrating a 1 year anniversary means there's a lot of pressure on dinner location. Having to book a couple of months out adds even more ......"
Leon Thomas
"Beautiful food, great wine and service. Price is on the high but it is to be expected from fine dining. Very impressive experience...we..."
Vivi
"Ambience and serving were amazing. Food choices plenty. Taste good too. I recommend their mozzarella balls, duck curry and crispy betel. Desserts was..."
Chia Yuen Chong
"I would definitely recommend Coda. Majority of the dishes are full of flavour! The crispy Ha Noi rice paper rolls were cooked to perfection and the..."
Tina N
"Amazing tasting food using the freshest ingredients. Highly recommended especially if you want to eat food that you wouldn't replicate yourself...."
MariaPia
"Took me a long time to come out and check it out and I wish I did it sooner. Te service is faultless. The menu has something for everyone but the..."
Finger Lickin
"Summary Review: A+++ in my restaurant books! This fine dining restaurant offers a modern contemporary Asian and Australian dishes. It is on a little..."
Mz_J
"Amazing food!! Went here for lunch with my friend, the food was really good. We had ocean trout, lamb chop, scallop as an appetiser and shared beef..."
Food Affair
"Went for a birthday and it was lovely. The staff were great and the food was great! I highly recommend Coda for the causal, yet attentive service and..."
Uqui
"Beautiful food with a beautiful setting. Was very impressed with the flavours and would definitely go back but there are just so many good..."
Steve Levon
"How good is Melbourne! Literally spoilt for options in this amazing city! We had such a good experience at Coda.. All the food was absolutely..."
Simplicity By Sarah
"Hard to get in on any night. We struck a fluke on a Tuesday and let them surprise us. We didn't choose a thing other than the wine and unlike some..."
Kamo First
"Quite a busy place. Nice atmosphere. Tapas was nice, especially the prawn, scallop and rice paper rolls. The duck curry was average, though the..."
Lucky Star
"This is Melbourne's latest IT laneway restaurant dishing up upscale Vietnamese fusion cuisine. My friends enjoyed Coda on the last occasion and..."
GiGi MV
"Quite a nice underground style bar/restaurant. Very impressed with vego options! The maître d' was not friendly at all, zip points there! The wait..."
Will Power
"My best meal all year! Great location, cool fit out (special mention for the lights over the bar) and excellent food and service. I'm a sharer so..."
Corpie Foodie
"Coda has always been fantastic.I always try and sit at the bar if it's just the two of us. We managed to get seated without having to wait. We..."
Patrickctully@gmail.com
"Wow, this place was amazing. The food was perfectly seasoned, and bursting with flavor. We left the dish selection to the waiter, and he did not..."
G Train
"Great food and service, also well priced. I don't like set sittings though, I felt pressured the whole time to keep eating and ordering quickly etc...."
Theo Walcott
"Can it get any better? This is, without doubt, the best restaurant in Melbourne. Service is superb. All staff know the menu thoroughly and..."
Codaholic
"Upmarket modern dining choice with strong Asian influences that has remained of a high standard since opening. Great fitout, buzzing vibe, food..."
C
"Amazing! Food was incredible, walked in without reservations and service could not have been better. Excellent choice for an impromptu date night..."
Michelle Martin
"4 stars for food, 5 for service and ambiance. Walked into Coda randomly and was pleasantly surprised by a fantastic meal and super friendly staff...."
Alisha Murphy
"Best food joint in Melbourne by far. Hidden away at the back ally's of the Grand Hyatt this place is a gem. You can only do a tastings menu if you..."
Jason Griffin
"LOVE this place. I have been here three times now and every time it has been really amazing. My favourites on the menu are the Yellow Fin tuna salad,..."
Katieppie
"Being a restaurateur myself, Coda is one of not the absolute favourite. I own the iconic Dunyazad Restaurant and I can testify that Coda has..."
Waleed Talj
"I really liked Coda. It was a little frustrating not being able to book, but the waiter gave us a side table and some free entrées as other guests..."
Gillian Fulton
"Came here for my wife and I's anniversary. Absolutely brilliant. Great food and the service was faultless. Highly recommend the yellow duck curry,..."
ToMaZo
"A really nice place. The dessert is my favorite, the wagyu brisket is nice as well. And the curry duck is very very tasty. I will definitely come..."
Andrea Zhu Yunjia
"The restaurant was fully booked on Thursday night but we needed to eat early before the theatre so we took our chances with a walk in and were..."
4chillies
"Scallop (entree) and eye fillet (main) was quite good. Service was great. Quail (entree), rice paper roll (entree) and fish (main) was decent -..."
B. Spencer
"Was very keen to come after dining at tonka and coda did not disappoint. Firstly we had the scallops. I thought that it was nice but nothing..."
Jay
"Simple and fresh flavours. Asian twists thru the modern Asian / Australian menu. Great service and wines. Always a brilliant evening ........."
SN
"Dropped into Coda for a quick bite. Wow is all I can say. They blew me away. The basement environment was very comfortable and interesting. The..."
Comment Mike
"Exciting food, great wine list, friendly staff & great ambiance. Not pretentious & fake and not one dish came out that made us feel like it was..."
The Pierced Palate
"Outstanding food! Could not find one fault in any of the dishes we ordered! The presentation was gorgeous as well, and the flavours were so bold, yet..."
AH
"Great food, ambiance and service. Stick to the amazing entrées and you won't be disappointed. Each dish is so flavoursome and you'll want to try..."
Hhunni
"We decided to have an after dinner desert flight on a Monday night. We walked into Coda which has a lengthy wait list and managed to sit at the bar...."
Teebo
"Am I in Paris? Or am I in Hanoi? Simple humble Vietnamese dishes with complex Vietnamese flavors influenced by the sophistication of French cuisine...."
Mariposa
"Loved their savoury dishes more than their famous souffle Try steak tartare ! Also scallop dish tasted wonderful too Just a little annoyed..."
Hee Young Shin
"Ate here a couple of weeks ago I a group of four. Had meaning to come for years and the timing never worked out with bookings. It was worth the..."
Fiona
"Order most of the menu? Tick. Fantastic service and delicious food? Tick. A rambling about my portion control issues at Coda? Yes indeed! Spectacular..."
The Other Jess Tuck
"Great fusion restaurant. Loved loved loved their desserts, decadent, refreshing, not overly sweet. Excellent and efficient service, Staff are helpful..."
Mz_J
"Great food and service. The seating is below the street which gives it a cosy dungeons feel. The food is great - tried almost everything on offer..."
Vikrant Chaudhary
"Came here for my birthday and it was awesome. Good atmosphere and the food was spot on. Would highly recommend this place for a birthday or even for..."
Kevin Jung Hak Yun
"Fabulous food with beautiful flavours and presentation. Must have the plate of sizzling prawns to start, followed by Yellow Roast Duck Curry and a..."
Steven L.
"It's one of the fine dining that you would think about going back again. It's priced correctly in terms of quality, quantity and service. Wagyu beef..."
IamHungry
"As a fan of a hipster Asian cuisine, it is time to go back to the original one – Coda. Surrounded by Chin Chin and Lucy Liu and meatball and Co,..."
Frogfoodventure
"Coda is a nice restaurant, bit of a weird entrance from the lane way yet not hard to find, service was fantastic! with great suggestions for both..."
CoutureChef
"It's okay. It isn't in the league it likes to think it is, but the foods good, the service is great when you get it but if you aren't who your waiter..."
Out & About
"Absolutely delicious. Food was great and so was the service. Wait staff very attentive. Had a lovely experience. Will definitely be going back soon...."
Jkkelly
"Written in retrospect of a visit from over a year ago , went for lunch in a group of 8 and the waitress helped us order ,amazing food and service on..."
Sajina Mathew
"Such an amazing dining experience at Coda. The food was of a very high quality, we enjoyed every dish we ordered. You get what you pay for, which is..."
Redcat
"Great food, great service. The bar tender especially made the experience terrific as he drew a map for us on how to get to a bar we wanted to go to..."
Skyemaree12
"Wonderful evening of exceptional food and great intuitive service. We came in without a booking but were well managed until one became available...."
MalvernCustomer
"Fantastic. The staff are amazing and on the ball. No detail was missed. The waiter picked out a selection of dishes and they were all..."
Dirty Hobo
"Anniversaries. Anniversary dinners. Aren’t they swell? Well, Alice and I had ours the other day and she surprised me with a booking at Coda. I have..."
Karma Clarke
"Coda is an amazing restaurant tucked beneath the hustle and bustle of the city. In a basement off Flinders lane, this hidden gem has a sensational..."
Olive Sundays
"You cannot book this place, it is always packed. On a Friday night, after waiting for almost two hours, a table was ready for us. The ambience was..."
Daisy Yum (daisyumblog)
"Coda is a one hatted restaurant, tucked away along Flinders Lane on the corner of Oliver Lane. Its food is known as French-Vietnamese or ‘Modern..."
De-brief Me
"I didn't have much time to lament not ordering half a dozen of the quail before the soft shell crab rice paper roll with Mr Vo’s special sauce was..."
FoodMeUpScotty
"There was a small furore in the press in May 2012 about Coda. Interestingly enough a happy couple presented themselves at the restaurant without a..."
Epicurean Of Southbank
"I had dined there half a decade ago so I though it was high time I returned to this chic culinary haven, nestled in typical Melbourne underground..."
Cee Dee
"Coda is a hidden little restaurant located in the basement of 141 Flinders lane, corner of Oliver Lane. As you can see above, it’s a bit hard to..."
Dan From Melbourne
"It was a typical Friday night in the city and I was meeting someone for dinner. Originally we had planned to go to Chin Chin but got there just after..."
One Fat Cow
"Coda is an exciting chic hatted restaurant just off Flinders Lane in a groovy basement that serves up innovative sharing style with Asian influences...."
The World Loves Melbourne
"One of the "must try" dishes of the joint were the betel leaves piled with spanner crab, galangal, roasted chilli and lime. These were sensational, I..."
Let Me Feed You
"I love their creativity in creating each dish by marrying different cuisines together and obtain each creation. They seem to take a concept of "feed..."
NiCNAC
"the coconut panna cotta/pudding with tapioca; also the modern-Asian desserts seasonally..."
MoMo And Coco ~ Dessert Correspondents
"Not your ordinary salami, which generally taste mostly of salt and chilli, this one was delicate and had a hint of smokiness. Went very nicely with..."
Jenster
"I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Coda. It is very "Melbourne" - tucked away in a lane, understated and minimalist. It doesn't need to be any more..."
Georgia B
"Menu-wise, Coda was also similar enough to its competitors, offering 'smaller' and 'bigger' plates. Smaller plates were pretty much entree/appetizer..."
Angel Khong
"The savoury menu is dotted with delightful renditions, whilst the sweet section swings completely into French territory. I can’t say I can fault..."
Al' The Picky EAter
"I love the food -- yellow fin tuna my favourite! The venue is really nice and the wine list fantastic! The service could do with some improvement..."
Nis
"High class fusion. A mate an I recently dined at Coda - We normally like to order a degustation or tasting menu to have what the House believes are..."
Kieran Barns-Jenkins
"Magic spot downstairs and such an amazing selection of food... Star service was magic really impressed with the set up and service such a a great..."
Food 2 Run
"Outstanding service. Came here for my birthday dinner and was impressed with the food but even more impressed with the service. Wait staff were..."
Mel Robertson
"I got it on a bad day, then a good day, so I am confused. I really didnt pay attention to the menu the first time and came away a little..."
Porkie Pig
"Delicious food and a great evening.. Loved our dinner last evening. Been here a few times, the food and staff are fantastic. What makes a perfect..."
Biancca
"Coda was recommended by a friend, and was a remarkable experience. Although difficult to book last minute, I managed to get a lunch reservation (a..."
Claire Lillian
"Enjoy this place.. The first time my wife and I attended at Coda it was a Saturday night. The place was packed and we had no booking. The staff were..."
Robertbalmer
"Beautiful food.. Had my anniversary dinner here. We loved it. The trout, lamb, spanner crab and mozzarella are the star dishes. We also enjoyed the..."
Karma Clarke
"Fantastic place. Second time I've been here and this time I chose to sit at the bar. Staff are great, food and wine equally as impressive. Tough to..."
Jamie Cant
"Their tapas entree (not the singular ones) were all very well balanced and full of flavour, as what you would expect with Asian cruisine. Mains were..."
Dooey
"Perfect balance?. The food is great with the flavours in close to perfect balance. We ate a truly memorable Tuna(raw) daikon salad exceptional Morton..."
ChrisR
"Full of flavour. From service to food this restaurant has spunk. The duck curry was AMAZING, as were the appetizers, salad and dessert. I will..."
Speccy
"Wow!. Went to Coda last night. What a beautiful fusion menu. Stand outs were the Aperol cured oceean trout, quail lettuce delight and the list goes..."
Jade
"Enjoyed everything we had. We shared lots of plates so we had a good sample of a lot of dishes on offer. I recommend doing. This as well. Great..."
Stefi
"Brilliant! Take a bow Adam D'Sylva & co!. Coda has everything I want when I go out to eat. A cloakroom for a start! Friendly, warm welcome, prompt..."
Bc4774
"Love this place. Coda continually impresses me!Every time I visit this cracking little restaurant it's aways abuzz! Last visit I was..."
A.burgess
"Always amazing. Coda is one of my favourite Melbourne restaurants! Always satisfied after every meal, I don't recall a dish that I've had that I..."
Ann
"Devine Experience. What an experience. All staff were brilliant. The food was amazing, flavours and textures of each dish made us wanting more. The..."
John
"We went to Coda last night and had a combination of small/tapas dishes and bigger dishes as well as dessert. All the food was very tasty, fresh and..."
Foodie13
"Awesome!. Coda delivers on all levels. The restaurant itself is stylish with a grungy basement feel, and a seductive and classy ambience. Food and..."
HungryBoy
"Exceptional!. Was a little wary given recent negative reviews. However, we walked in without a booking early on a Saturday afternoon, and the..."
Manmar
"Sunday Lunch. What a wonderful lunch. Friendly, happy & attentive staff and food to match. Interesting wine, good options by the glass. The steak..."
Verveleha
"A little on the expensive side and service hit and miss but did..."
Bobbywong11
"First time Coda diners but definitely won't be the last. Sitting at the bar cheerful and extremely helpful wait staff help navigate the menu and put..."
Mark Anderson
"Such an amazing meal.. We especially loved the crispy pork spring rolls! Order lots of little dishes- you won't be disappointed! A fantastic..."
Alicia
"Delicious. Had a great night. No reservation and they got us in. Staff were friendly and attentive but not pushy or in your face. Even suggested a..."
Sheza13
"Five Star Customer Service. Nothing was too much trouble for these guys!! It is so refreshing to get such fantastic customer service matched with..."
Haveabeerwithdave
"Still good. Good food even better wine list Curry and a bottle of..."
Le Paradis
"Great service. Great food. Nice fresh..."
Delish 27
"Great food. Dined here recently prior to watching a comedy festival show at The Forum - great venue to go but better if you allow more time to relax..."
I Love Food
"I loved the food & atmosphere, so delicious! Highly recommend..."
Anon
"Impressive on all fronts - you'll go back again and again. Booking - easy and friendly service that always try and fit you in - very welcoming at the..."
Jgalvez
"Lovely eveerything. Came here for a birthday lunch and loved it. The wait staff were really helpful and pointed us to some dishes we may not have..."
Shar
"Best desserts ever!. The desserts here are amazing. I have never had better desserts anywhere else...."
Louisaholly1
"Delicious solo dining experience. From the moment I stepped in until the moment I left, every bite was more delicious than the previous.I..."
Melanie Henley
"' Exceptional dining experience' is probably the best way to describe eating at Coda. It was simply sensational. Everything on the menu works so well..."
Antoinette
"Best dining experience I have had in a long time! We had the option where they bring out the chefs recommendations - great idea as everything was..."
T
"Fabulous. A brilliant sub lane way dining vault is Coda. Casual yet highly attentive and professional service is matched by excellent, inventive..."
Bellefood
"The most magnificent meal I have had for yonks!!Not just a meal but an experience !!Compliments to the chefs, compliments to the bar staff...."
GarbageGuts
"This little goldmine hidden down in the basement off flinders lane is a fantastic restaurant to dine at,with not only delicious food but fantastic..."
Rachee Baybee
"If i've gained weight- it's coda's fault. This place is delicious. It's a must try, once or twice or ten..."
Lindahaynes.f
"Great food. Wouldn't say it was spectacular, but what they do do, they do very well. Crispy prawn betel leaf, Hervey Bay scallops, tempura bugs, lamb..."
Matt
"A Melbourne must-do, Coda is a safe bet. Recent visits have disappointed, with FOH too cool for school and lacking enthusiasm, and food a step behind..."
Don Valentine
"Work lunch #1. The social club organized a set menu. The spanner crab, pork belly and ice-cream was memorable. The service was..."
Aus Open 2014
"Everything was outstanding food and services. Great choice of wines. good..."
Vernicapaolo
"Degustation was amazing. Definitely will come..."
Mistermister
"Absolutely brilliant. Huzzah..."
Nathan Gurarie
"Great start to an evening of dining; brilliant entrees!. My wife and I decided to hit up Coda and Tonka on the same night, and kicked things off with..."
Corbossa
"Loved it. Ate here yesterday with a few friends. Buzzing atmosphere, knowledgeable service, efficient. The menu had lots of great choices and we..."
Issie
"Probably one of my favourite restaurants in melb. Great mix of very exciting flavors and amazing staff. Atmosphere is very cool and great for..."
Lance
"One of the best!. Afterwork drinks and some light food no better way to spend a cold windy Wednesday night. Always love it here at..."
Gregmather
"12 Hour Ribs - Delish!. Visited Coda for lunch on a Sunday. They weren't booked out, so enjoyed a 3 hour relaxing lunch. Very attentive staff...."
Helen Lai
"Pricey but delicious. Cool set up with very friendly staff. The food is amazing, I love the soft asian / french combination. Good wines. Food isn't..."
K
"Fusion bliss! Absolutely delicious food, expertly prepared, sensational flavours and fresh ingredients. We wholly recommend, in order, the 12 hour..."
Jonathan Shrapnel
"Legend manager!. Tommy is the..."
Ryan P
"Everything was outstanding from the food to the service. Five stars. Well done guys great..."
Dean
"I like this place enough as food & wine was excellent but let's face it - it's jazzed up Vietnamese food designed for western tastebuds. $11 for one..."
Hollytd
"Perfect! a must to..."
Lovetoeat
"Perfect. Loved every bite , great service at the bar , fantastic menu and a well run kitchen . Looking forward to going back..."
Andrew
"What a fantastic time at Coda a must to eat at food staff price..."
Jeff Cassar
"On the fence. Atmosphere/venue were great, food was very good to excellent, service was pretty good - went missing from time to time eg no one paid..."
Mark From Melbourne
"Excellent food. Beautiful restaurant, excellent front of house staff, very friendly and informative. the food was so delicious and very well..."
Sanjee
"Simply delicious. Yum yum yum!! Great food, service and..."
Natroxstar
"Always good. Very consistent been many times food is always pretty good and the room is..."
Jennyk
"Love it..... 8 of us went through to eat here. It was on the expensive side of things but the food and the experience was great in my view. The..."
Travis MacLachlan
"Incredibly Impressed. My friend invitied me to dine here and as I'm vegan I normally check the menu before hand to see if there are any options I can..."
Hannah C
"Brilliant!. The duck curry was to die for. Plus the lamb cutlets were amazing. Very enjoyable..."
A And T-Patts
"The good is consistently gre.... The food is consistently great. I think I've eaten my way through the menu by now. Good wine list. The staff are..."
Jools Gardiner
"Small dishes & Dessert. Next time I go, I wouldn't order the mains, as I don't think they were worth it.. had 3 of the smaller dishes and they were..."
Bigeater
"Good experience. Nice staffNice set-upNot too noisy (went on a sunday night)Good and interesting food. Very handy to share$80 pp..."
PuMan
"This is my favorite restaurant. Great vibe, the most delicious food and great reasonable wine list. Love going here such a..."
Penny
"Contender. Loved the room and the feel of the place. The bar looks like a fabulous spot to while away a few hours and the edgy buzz of everything..."
Richard
"Sit at the bar. Took my daughter here on Saturday night and we came away very satisfied. Beautiful food, excellent service and staff had just right..."
Mish
"Really good service! From..."
Anon
"Fantastic!. Man this is a great place, One of the more professionally run places in Melb. awesome food, great wine list, attentive and really nice..."
Shanelucas46
"Just Lovely. I had a beautiful dinner here at the bar with a friend (we didn't book but the bar option was fun right beside the kitchen where we..."
PoleDancer
"Well Polished But Pricing if You Come Hungry. Fusion food has never sat well with me but I decided to bite the bullet and visit Coda on..."
Cheezles
"Friendly staff. Great service. I found the food Imaginative and tasty. We triedMost dishes on the menu. Will be back. Thoroughly..."
Gary Charman
"Amazing people behind the bar, who care about your order and are genuinely nice. We got so full we couldn't eat sweets, def going back as they looked..."
Brendan Hunt
"It's a must. Hands down one of Melbourne's best restaurants! Amazing food, consistently good service & great..."
Pasta Please
"Sensational from start to finish ! A hidden gem in Melbourne's lane ways..."
Grazia Prochilo
"Excellent from start to finish, steak tartare and the fried prawn in betel leaf were superb, friendly and knowledgable waitstaff and a dangerously..."
EatingGuy
"Can't wait to come back!. Went for a business lunch after hearing great things about it and wasn't disappointed.Service staff were some of the..."
Harry McGoldrick
"Yum!!! I went here with a group of 6, we had the $80 set menu and it was delicious! The starters consisted of beautiful little morsels such as..."
NomNoms
"A great city spot. I need to visit Coda at least once a month, even if it's just for a glass of bubbles and a chat with the amazing host of staff..."
Pinkender
"Absolutely fabulous. Love the food, staff and atmosphere. Everything is always fresh and tasty. Will be back..."
Angela
"Luv it!. Went there for business lunch. Love it! Can't wait to be back with friend..."
Foodie
"Worth waiting for. It took me 3 weeks to book in for a Friday night... It was worth it!!!!Polished up, stylish, delicious, different and worth..."
Rachel Jones
"Lovely Time Had. My friends and I had a wonderful lunch. We tried quite a few of the dishes. The Sugar cane prawn withsweet chilli sauce was..."
Rebecca
"Not only was the food just fabolous! But the service was just excellent! They look after you here! Not to mention how amazing the cocktail flavours..."
Nacho
"Worth it. Excellent food, helpful and friendly staff, several vegetarian/veg-modifiable dishes. One of Melbourne's..."
Iloveveggies
"Amazing food and service to match. My partner and I booked Coda for our anniversary so we were hoping for something special, and we were not..."
Geoxmel
"I like it. A lot of hype but entirely justified.slick service ,innovative food and never a sense of being rushed.my tip would be to avoid mains and..."
Uroldoc
"Had yet another amazing dinner at Coda! We left our food choices to Kate and Michael and as usual they used their expertise to deliver the best..."
Stuart Neil
"Steak Tatare. Can't stop thinking about this steak tatare! Coda makes a simple dish taste better than anybody else...."
Bne-eats
"Would go back just for the banana monkey fritters. To die for. Great staff and service..."
Ninja
"Love it love it please open Coda in..."
Greg Willmott
"DELIGHTFUL DINING. There are few places in Melbourne that tick all the boxes for a great dining experience.CODA definitely is up there with..."
Lily
"Superb. I've wanted to dine at Coda for a number of years now.I was not disappointed, My better half and I had so much fun ripping through this..."
Street Cred
"Simply..... ...amazing. Not many places impress me enough to give me a sense of longing to go back, but Coda does. After failing to get an actual..."
Connie75
"Good food to share...I recommend all the smaller plates to share. the tartare is a must try with the oysters. not too sure what the fuss is with the..."
#LivForFood
"Exceptional service - from entry to wait staff to wine service - friendly, attentive and proactive without being overbearing. Great food too. Quite..."
Ivan Ross
"Great fresh and tasty menu. Excellent service. Desserts to die..."
Kirk
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Jase
"Great place to have some nibbles and some drinks before you head off out. the food is tasty, exciting and well exicuted .think i might become a..."
Pancho
"Impressive. Had a lovely time at Coda last night, food, atmosphere and service are all top notch, with some of the most professional staff ive come..."
Alimex
"Just go!. I have been multiple times and despite my expectations increasing each time, they somehow surpass them. Food incredible (the left side of..."
Lauralee
"Perfection. Have now been to coda a couple of times and am counting down the days 'till i can come back for more! the zucchini fritters are my..."
Me
"After wandering in on a saturday night at 7:30 we were asked to wait 20mins. While waiting for 30 mins we had a very attentive service telling us how..."
Simon B
"Fantastic food, service and ambience. Get..."
FoodieUS
"Good fun. Was there for lunch on Saturday...great service!! Really helpful waiters (who were also very cute haha). Food portions were quite small but..."
Stacey
"Absolutely fantastic. I've been to Coda twice now and I think it is fantastic. The only problem is that everyone else thinks the same because both..."
CindyMichelle
"Have been several times and always had a great experience. Food is top notch with both delicate and intense flavors and the drinks are delish! Wait..."
Sam S
"Always surprises me. Coda is a gem.Every time i remember to eat at Coda, I leave the place astounded by how enjoyable the food is.Its open..."
Northsider
"Food was good, but the restaurant needs better ventilation. Comes out smelling like..."
ASH
"Spoilt!. The scallops in the tapioca are simply..."
Lisa McDang
"A date with your wife is always going to be wonderful and Coda was a great place to enjoy a night without the kids. We absolutely loved it. The..."
Warch
"Take it or leave it... its my second time at Coda and it was good, just good though. Staff were friendly and service was good but for what it is..."
Sweetcheeks
"Along with the service and atmosphere the food was very interesting and I would defenitly go back. The duck liver parfait was..."
Raw Meat
"Service attentive, yummy asian fusion food without going overboard, portions right and wasn't as expensive as I had expected for a restaurant like..."
Big Eyes For A Big Tummy
"Coda was everything I expected. Our Waiter was fabulous recommended everything for us to try and drink and was very attentive. The food and flavours..."
StyleS
"From succulent lamb cutlets with chimi churri sauce to a stunning yellowfin tuna salad, the quaint Coda restaurant in a cool and under-stated..."
Gunther
"Goodness. After finally getting a booking with Coda by booking a month in advance for a weekday dinner seating, the food still exceeded by high..."
Oyster
"Fantastic!. Tasty, tasty food! We dined here before a show so our time was limited.The staff were fantastic, especially our waitress, Alice! Alice..."
Shany
"Best service in Melbourne?. It's taken us over 2 years to get to Coda for various reasons and now I can't believe we waiting that long. The stand..."
RobG
"Regulars. When my husband and i visit Melbourne to see the fam, we always make room to visit coda also.Our romantic night out here has always..."
Ginababina
"Very content :). I had the loveliest dining experience at Coda recently. The service was exceptional. I found all the staff to be friendly, helpful..."
Ilovefood
"Consistent Performer. Really worth a look but the buzz has worn off now, can get a table most nights.Smart asian food with a great..."
Diner
"Wow - worth the price tag. I'm always wary of expensive restaurants with a reputation that outweighs their value. I was pleasantly surprised,..."
Suedy
"When we 3 friends found ourselves in a queue of over 1 hour at one trendy "no reservation" restaurant, we just couldn't stave of hunger long enough..."
Madam Boots
"Good, not great.. After hearing so much about Coda, we finally managed to get a spot there after three days of trying (or so). Service was good and..."
Kenneth Lee
"Contemporary Coda. We expected a lot from this young chef and he delivered.Coda is a hot. Great urban decor off Flinders Lane. Its busy, always,..."
Gracefully Grazing...
"Well after a few attemptes to get in to other "we dont take bookings" restaurants (what is is with the approach! Very frustrating when you know where..."
Shane Parkinson
"Went for my wedding anniversary last night and had a fabulous dinner. Staff were professional yet casual and the food was delicious. Crispy pork..."
Peet
"Subtle and delicate flavours. After trying to book this place unsuccessfully for 2 months, I decided to just walk in on a saturday night during the..."
Kiss And Eat Up
"Not bad. The desserts were to die..."
Feigy Simpson
"One of the best. Fantastic food, and a great wine list. Will definitely go back..."
Michael Rose
"Always kind.. I've been here 3 times now and have had a memorable time on each visit. have always been stocked with the sommelier, paying close..."
Rohan Cooke
"Can't wait to return!. Fantastic dinning experience. Food was so fresh, best quality ingredients. A little bit pricey but definitely worth it. We sat..."
RitaP
"Cool location. Underground. Open kitchen so you see all the action. Cute waiters. Yummy scallops. But a tad..."
❤️
"Pleasant surprise. Stumbled in here when it first opened. A few first time jitters, but nothing too unforgivable. Overall, good service and decent..."
Kelly Belly
"Very good food. The steak tartare is fantastic. Wine a bit over priced but food is..."
Joe Rudolph
"Young guns comes out blazing .. but still got lots to learn. Yeah, the food was OK. The decor was oh-so-cool laid back yet modern feel, and I can't..."
Hungry Ronin
"An experience. Sometimes you find a restaurant that makes eating an experience and that's what Coda was to me. I was excited to come here after..."
Daniani
"Just go!. We've eaten here twice now and both times were fabulous. The food is divine and the service brilliant, even the first time when we just..."
S And M
"Adam d'Sylva rules OK? Ate at Tonka and Coda in the space of a few days. Formulaic to a certain extent ( trendy, a tad noisy , plates for sharing..."
Mike B
"Awsome. Went for diner here last week and had the Crispy prawn and tapioca betel leaf and these were awesome and the Blackened quail was very..."
Mars
"Coda!!!!. The food here is definately the best asian in melbourne...."
Wally542
"Great food, bit quirky but great service!! Very enjoyable..."
Bb
"Can't Understand the Criticism. I really can't. Perhaps I was there on a good day. Perhaps I am not as critical of price. What I can say though, is..."
Dr Oyvind
"Close call. The waitress was a bit rude but manager helped to sort it out. The food was very nice...."
Hungry Brunette
"A few hits and a few misses. At last I can tick Coda off my Wishlist! The overall atmosphere is great. They have done a good job of converting the..."
Ange
"Loved loved loved it!! I had tried in vain to book a table for what felt like months to no avail, and when I tried ( and failed yet again) to get a..."
Emma B
"Coda! Fantastic! Really cool atmosphere with food and service to match. The service is right there without being in your face. Confident and..."
Angus Dawson
"Loved it. Sat at the bar and got the lowdown on the food as it was being served to us and others. Brilliant food and great service at a reasonable..."
Kieranb
"Impressive. Let me start by saying I love Coda. Have dined there a few times for lunch, dinner and nibbles with drinks on a Friday night and always..."
Michelle Gore
"Coda is good but not the immaculate beacon of dining that the hype might suggest. A recent lunch visit included overly long waits between the small..."
Alice Fleming
"Refreshing Asian flavours that Are unique and pleasing yo the palate. I enjoyed all of my meal except the duck curry. The rawness of the curry really..."
Agogo Lee
"Coda is about the food, every dish is unique and special. The kitchen staff care about their creations: fresh produce, bold combinations and simple..."
Matthew Carlo Donazzan
"Like it but the food was a bit hit & miss. Did dinner at Coda on a recent Sunday, Sunday is a good day to go if you are into wine as the sommelier..."
Lisa
"Coda is sleek, stylish and uber-cool. If you’d like a table in the restaurant section, it’s necessary to book in advance. Otherwise, grab a seat..."
Tubbymistress
"Coda is one of those hard-to-find-lane-way-hidden-in-a-basement Melbourne restaurants. From the outside, it doesn't look much. When you go in,..."
Food Lover
"In music, a Coda is a passage that brings the song to a conclusion. My experience of Coda Bar and Resturaunt was surprising - in a good way - and..."
Anthony P
"Yeah, yeah, so I'm probably the last blogger in Melbourne to finally review Coda. It only opened a couple of months ago but is already So Hot Right..."
Eating Melbourne
"It’s below street level, and has a great vibe as soon as you walk through the door. The windows allow you to see people’s feet shuffle on by, as..."
Iron Chef Shellie
"It's been awhile since our visit to Coda and had a fabulous birthday lunch here. The seafood dishes were delicious and refreshing, the pork skewers..."
W W
"The restaurant is fitted out nicely. Staff are friendly and attentive. The food is excellent, with the only criticism being the tempura bay bug had a..."
Chuankai Lim
"First visit to Coda. Thoroughly enjoyed an absolutely delicious, fun birthday dinner. Top notch food quality and unique flavours - the seafood dishes..."
Lindz Bradford
"Housed off Oliver Lane you’ll find Coda, another venture by Chef Adam D’Sylva, the same guy behind Tonka. Coda offers up Euro-Vietnamese dishes..."
For the Love of Food
"We had a lovely dinner at Coda over the long weekend, service was great and food came out pretty quickly. We really enjoyed the salmon gravlax, duck..."
Ling Yi Goh
"Incredible meal with 7 guests at Coda. Every dish was faultless which is rare in a set menu environment like we had. The service was impeccable and..."
Phil Horner
"You will always enjoy a beautiful balanced meal at Coda, we particularly enjoy the variety and the Asian fusion in some of the dishes..."
Angel Astrid AC
"The staff were extremely warm, friendly, informative and welcoming. The food was exceptional giving tastebud explosions. Our waiter even ticked off..."
Debbie Graham
Lello
89/100 (1460 ratings)
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Calamari
"Managed to grab dinner for two here on a busy Saturday night. No booking, under 5 minutes and we were seated. Good wine selection, with a variety of..."
David Parer
"Fantastic food - the potato pizza is to die for! Cocktails are amazing - you must try the espresso..."
Craig Stanford
"Such a lovely place. The service was fantastic, the food was incredible and I would highly recommend this place. We had 3 different pastas, all..."
Julie Blackley
"Loved their service. They cooked my meal on a separate pan when requested to ensure my meal doesnt come in contact with any meat. Really tasty food..."
Ishrat Hasan
"The food and the service were excellent. A great place for a quick bite or a leisurely three course meal. We'll be..."
Brad Keele
"Fabulous..we walked in off the street on grand final nigh..no tables but promised a call in an hour. 20 minutes later we had a table for 6 and..."
Tina Smith
"Visitors to Melbourne staying across the lane. This became our "local" for the couple of days we were here. Enjoyed dinner, coffees, cocktails and..."
Francine Traeger
"Greeted well as you enter the restaurant, delicious food, excellent service - nice wine list - has it all....we enjoy the dinner - Margaret Cunniffe..."
Margaret Cunniffe
"The most amazing food you can have!! The gnocchi melt in your mouth and 24hours later I can still taste the flavours from my truffle parmigiano..."
John Cardamone
"A great place to eat authentic Italian. The staff was very friendly and..."
Ken J Clifford
"Some of the best pasta I’ve had in a very long while, with delicious salads, sides and the desert was to die for.I can’t recommend..."
La Ola Es Mia Cocina.
"Great Italian, excellent knowledgeable service backed up by great food, wine selection and coffee. Highly..."
Chris
"Its been a while since I last visited Lello and I was pleasantly surprised by the improvements. The staff were professional, knowledgeable..."
Espy Eats
"Pretty busy place for weeknights. Good place to go after work. The service is pretty good. We've ordered few things but my favourite are the gnocchi,..."
Priscillia
"Been here a few times now! Consistent pasta, love the traditional flavours. Prices are reflected in the dishes and love the atmosphere. I have tried..."
Foodie Takes Melb
"Cozy Italian restaurant on the corner of flinders lane and Russell street. Lovely atmosphere and wonderful staffs. And of course the food was..."
Ann
"Excellent service. The gnocchi with zucchini was phenomenal. Great texture and loved the sauce. Ricotta ravioli with eggplant also tasted great...."
Whalesfoodadventure
"A wonderful place with amazing Pasta dishes and mains. The gnocchi with pomodoro sugo and the special Fish of the day were super fresh and tasty-..."
VeeC
"Walked in for a pre-show dinner on a blustery Friday night. We were eating early so did not bother making a booking. The after work bar queue left us..."
Umami
"From the food to the service everything we experienced was absolutely faultless. Little pumpkin arancini was to die for as was the caprese salad..."
Birdman
"Nicely located, nice interior, we were seated at table for 8 closest to kitchen and the soundproofing in the place seems well done, most places you..."
Sophie S
"Top dining experience all round, especially if you love Italian food with a difference. The staff were very professional and super friendly, making..."
Custardbun
"Very authentic italian cuisine. With the touch of expressive italian waitress that make the atmosphere sparkling even more. The ambience is on point...."
Fuad Pratama
"Amazing service - I had a suitcase because I was on en route to the airport - not a problem for the staff who promptly stowed it away. Next the..."
Sartaj.s.sandhu
"Lello is a sleek Italian cafe/restaurant on the busy Flinders Lane / Russell street corner. Nice fitout makes this venue aesthetically pleasing and..."
Espy Eats
"Came for lunch, had the kingfish and charred cauliflower. At first I was a bit put off by the $36 price tag.. but it was absolute value for money. It..."
Alex Bogart-King
"We ordered only 3 dishes but the 3 of us felt very full! The food and customer service are both excellent. Quiet atmosphere but nice warm feeling...."
Hoang Trang
"Probably some of the best pasta and lasagna I've had in melbourne all very fresh ingredients and everything is made from scratch. Highly..."
Dee Tuncer
"I had lunch there yesterday and loved it. My companion had the handmade potato gnocchi and I had these amazing zucchini flowers stuffed with goat..."
Angel Lewisova
"Seeing this is a pasta bar I’ll focus on that! The lasagna I had was probably 9/10 absolutely delicious. Can’t say the same about the calamari, I..."
Denny Patron
"Some of the best Italian I have had in Melbourne, the pasta and ingredients were so fresh and delicious! The atmosphere was very romantic and will be..."
Therese Rowan
"I love love love this place! Has the best cacio e pepe! Their pizza is also probably by the the closest to what you can get from Rome..."
Hungry Big Potato Bear
"My fellow diners and I had a great experience at Lello last night. The ambience was great (cheerful but not too noisy); the staff were delightful and..."
Sarina R
"If you work in the city, you’re in for a treat – the public transport system will get you there. If you are planning on driving in, and depending..."
The Domestic Traveller
"Lovely atmosphere, great service and the prawn pasta dish I ordered was quite nice and had a lot of effort put into it. The menu and the food..."
Dulasha Fernando
"I visited this place when it used to be Ostaria and I like the new look and menu!Lello has a very welcoming feeling, great ambience with..."
Eatabelle
"Can’t fault this place. Love it! The food, atmosphere and service 👌 have been a few times now and it never disappoints, highly recommend the..."
Beth’s Bites
"Great place for delicious Italian foods. The grilled calamari entree was super delicious with a charred flavour but still tender. The pine mushroom..."
AC
"The menu had pasta of the day which was veal pasta with truffle. It was so good, so that’s why I’m giving it a 4. Pizza was also pretty good and..."
Hungry Koala
"A friend suggested that we try Lello based on the good reviews on Zomato.We had some garlic focaccia to start and I decided to go for the..."
Ilovefood13
"Lovely ambience, great beer and good pasta. While the pasta tasted fresh and handmade it wasn’t bad but nothing extraordinary. I got the margarita..."
Christine Stephen
"The service is absolutely spectacular— incredibly engaged staff, warm, welcoming and with brilliant suggestions. The squid ink that was..."
Neer Ly
"Fresh home-made pasta! This place has my heart! Very friendly and relaxed. The venue is stylish and welcoming.I usually stop in for a quick..."
Sterling Archer
"I can only rate based on their coffee as I didn't have any of their food. Stopped in for a business meeting and the staff were friendly and very..."
Foodie4Melb
"I can't comment on their food as i didnt have any but their coffee? Wow. 👌Had a business meeting and the staff were courteous and friendly..."
Bigfatfoodie
"Excellent service, with good quality food. The pasta I had was al dente, and I thoroughly enjoyed the story behind the pasta told by the waiter who..."
Daniel
"Called in here last night for dinner before the theatre. We didn’t book and we managed to get a table for which we were really grateful...."
Timinmelbourne
"Delicious Italian fare! The Garlic Focaccia was just heavenly, and the calamari was nice and tender. I was really looking forward to the gnocchi but..."
Avolette
"Pasta made fresh daily, and serving Atomica coffee. Came for lunch. Food: Lamb ragu gnochi. Gnocchi pieces were beautiful, the perfect..."
SJFU
"Great pasta though I’d give it to Tipo 00 in a competition.Atmosphere and refinement a big step forward from what was here before...but..."
Rod Coleman
"The best place to enjoy a glass of wine and fresh home made pasta. We had the rabbit tagliatelle and the seafood pasta. To die for. We finished our..."
Andrea Agosta
"Had a vey nice evening here with my missus. The service was excellent and the food was amazing. Loved the Salumi plate and the seafood pasta. Looking..."
Luke Shaun Martin Jasper
"I did have the best vegemite toast on sourdough I've probably ever had this morning. Just the right amount of everything. It made me happier than it..."
Morag Longbottom
"Stumble upon this place randomly and decided to give it a try. Not many pepole when we first step in, but the place is full after we left around 9pm...."
Bubbles
"Lamb ragu pasta($29-$30). The sauce and meat tastes delicious. I think it would have been nicer if there was more sauce though and bigger cuts of..."
Christine
"This was by far one of the best meals we have eaten. The pasta was really delicious and a good size. The sprouted grain makes the pasta easily..."
HobbityElf
"A friend brought me here for a birthday dinner and I have to say, he picked very well. The decor was cosy yet trendy, and the staff were friendly and..."
Om Nom Nom
"Pasta Bar is a misnomer. I wandered in expecting a snack then thought I’d look like a complete goose if I walked out of what is in fact a lovely..."
Two Sheds
"Yak Italian Kitchen & Bar has now become Lello, which was the childhood nickname of head chef and co-owner Leo Gelsomino. Pasta is still the focus..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"Tried this place the evening before the Melbourne marathon a couple of weekends ago. Hoping for a large plate of pasta to carb-load, I was..."
Liz Elton
"In the heart of the CBD on Flinders lane, the old Yak Italian Kitchen has transformed into a new dining experience named Lello pasta bar. All the..."
Olive Sundays
"Very good food quite great service a bit expensive always check beverage pricesRecommended to order burrata salad everything is season very..."
Anupatfirst
"Really enjoyed dinner at Lello. Whilst quite similar to the previous restaurant, Yak bar, the fit out is noticeably more refined. The service was a..."
Kate Dougherty
"Friendly service and cozy ambience. Pizza and baby calamari are perfect, but the dessert special recommended by the staff has a strange..."
Hahapeanut
"Amazing Italian staff and food. Great vibe, great place for a meal with friends and it's not so noisy that you can chat without everyone hearing...."
Christina Katsifolis
"Loved this place! We went here randomly after not being able to get in elsewhere. Lucky we were able to get in on a Saturday night without a booking...."
Maddie Atherton
"Food was very good. We had the pizza with the sausage and the turmeric potatoes which was different but it was nice. We also had the lasagna which..."
Occasionalmelbfoodie
"Between 3 girls we ordered 2 vegetarian pizzas, vegetable of the day (artichoke), calamari salad and fries and trust me, it's enough food, bill..."
Fiona Le
"Not a bad little place in the city. The food was decent but too pricey for what you get. The pasta was good and pizzas just ok. The service was also..."
Bec C
"Came here on a Friday night and was lucky didn't have to wait without booking. Had the rabbit with risotto and it was the first time I had rabbit...."
Melody.mt.tang
"Yak is a modern twist on Italian food. Came for lunch and the staff were very friendly and attentive. The food is nothing overly fancy but it is good..."
Brungiel
"Yak bar...how have I not reviewed this place yet? Came in for a whisky after dinner. Great little bar where the suits usually hang out on Friday..."
Split The Bill
"Food is delicious, staff are a bit weird.. not sure if that's the snobby Italian self they have in them.Food can be overpricedHaven't come..."
Melbourneats
"Popped in for a quick bite to eat, the pizzas were delicious and cooked in a wood oven. The other food coming out looked good to and seemed to be..."
Tige
"Love this place is on trend at social media now. Very active on Instgram, fb and YouTube channel to share their love for Italian food. The family..."
Sambuca Sam
"A Melbourne institution in my mind. Have been here a number of times and have never been disappointed (with the food or service).Pizzas are..."
Themkc
"The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival Express Restaurant lunches are a great way to try a new restaurant (or visit an old favourite) on a budget. For..."
Piecey Num Nums
"Wow...wow...wow !! Nice little restaurant/bar with awesome staff and fantastic food in a great location. Duck,Rabbit and pasta were our..."
Kate
"Can never go past the home made gnocchi! It's absolutely delicious. The tiramisu is maybe a bit cutesy in design but is light as a feather and very..."
Michelle
"I've been here twice now and I will be back! The gnocchi wins me over every time, so delicious. The pizza is also amazing. Would definitely recommend..."
Sandy Lozano
"Honest and hearty Italian cuisine in the middle of the exhibition street and little flinders lane. Absolutely loved their menu, and delicious half..."
J88
"Wonderful, friendly service. The pizzas had true Italian flavours. The chef was also accomodating to us as one person could not have cheese on their..."
Megha Koppa
"Getting busier over the years. Clear sign of consistency. Good on them. Food is always a winner. Pizza and rabbit dishes are the standouts and reason..."
M For FOOD And Drinks Occasionally.
"Nice selection of delicious homemade pasta and always dependable quality. They have upped their prices a fair bit and lose points on value. Good..."
Gourmet Globetrotting
"This italian spot isnt too bad. Some meals are ok and others are pretty good. However we found that the size portion for price paid and value wasnt..."
Rida Hakeem
"Arrived around 8 and waited only a few minutes for a table. Our orders were taken quickly by a friendly waitress who was only too happy to tell us..."
Benders Foodie
"A really nice and sophisticated ambience for a Saturday night dinner/drinks at the bar. We had the roast duck with semolina gnocchi- duck was..."
Thosemelbournianfoodies
"The pork belly pizza is my fav! Been there for lunch and dinner- quite a lovely venue for an Italian meal. Only thing negative I'd say is that the..."
Z For GoodFood
"Loved this place. Fresh home made pasta with tasty sauce, and pizzas are amazing also. Great friendly advice. Will be back here for dinner..."
Janella Davidson
"Worth yakking about!Every year I head to Melbourne for a girlie weekend with my bestie involving shopping, eating, drinking and solving the..."
Melisa Lewins
"Great breakfast. I had breakfast today it was absolutely Devine .I had mushrooms and eggs with Virgin Olive oil hollandaise sauce it was so yummy..."
Robert Doyle
"Hearty Italian Cuisine. Bustling restaurant, serving a wide range of tempting and authentic Italian dishes.I made a reservation weeks in..."
Famished
"Excellent Italian that is very authentic. They make their own pizza and..."
Alison
"A light casual Italian restaurant just tucked in Flinders Lane where I just happen walked into without a booking on a Saturday night. Waiting time..."
Frogfoodventure
"Yak Bar Pasta is an exciting restaurant that will take you on a journey deep into Italian cooking, moreover edgy pasta dishes. It’s a colourful,..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"It stands to reason that a kind of complacency sets in with any food that becomes a staple. Yak however is doing great things with pasta and..."
Plate Licker
"New wines are appearing on the winelist and the beautiful looking menu is, well,..."
Ed Charles
"We enjoyed our dinner at Yak, the salumi plate & pizza my fiancé and I shared was tasty. Service was outstanding. A little noisy, but all in all..."
ZaraEmilia
"Yummy Romantic Dinner. Went here for a dinner date on the Saturday right before Xmas and the place was quite busy. Got seated by the window side..."
Belinda-Mary BumbleBee
"Half Duck is Brilliant!!! Wow. Great food, well cooked and incredibly..."
Timbo
"Great service. We arrived late without a booking on a busy Friday night and were told there was a 20 min wait. The obliging host made room for with..."
Georgia
"Great vibe food and..."
Indigestion Kid
"Great pasta. Gets noisy..."
Lachlan
"Like it? No sorry I love it..... The food at this place is amazing and very fairly priced compared to other restaurants in the area, staff were also..."
Loves Pubs
"Get the pizza. Went here on a busy Saturday night hoping for good Italian food and was not disappointed. The restaurant was fairly busy but we were..."
Qtcat18
"Had a lovely lunch - wish we had more time to savour 3 courses. Will be..."
Foodie
"Delicious food (really well cooked steak and excellent chocolate fondants) Friendly, competent staff who manage to be professional but not..."
Mattym
"Well after being turned away by a restaurant just up from yak because we had our five year old daughter with us we were welcomed with open arms at..."
Peta Morris
"Authentic flavors well balanced and delicious traditional meals. Worth a visiting whilst in..."
Sundholm
"Ignore the naysayers. Went for dinner last night. We told the waitress that we needed to be out within 1hr15 to get to a show and they delivered...."
SLouise
"Delicious. Went here on a Wednesday night, the bar area was packed so found it hard to make our way through to the dining hall. But once there we..."
Madbishop
"The Italian fare at Yak Bar could well be the finest I've ever experienced. The spinach lasagne w Pork Ragout was nothing short of heavenly. YB is..."
Iceman
"Well worth the wait!. Had dinner there on saturday night the place was packed very busy. The food was excellent and i think a hidden gem in..."
Julia
"Amazing baby calamari and prosciutto San Danielle! Great service. Definitely recommend those two..."
Rebecca R
"Fabulous food, efficient and friendly service, sensational pasta. Well priced and authentic, big thumbs up! Thank you..."
Livvie Myers
"Love this place. Absolutely beautiful place with great food and..."
Josephine
"This place has some of the best pasta in Melbourne! Went with 7 people and everyone enjoyed their meal. Really generous with their ingredients (not..."
Hhunni
"Great coffee and Toast. I know this isn't a typical review - but I wanted to say that Yak does an awesome job for people looking for a quick and..."
MIKE Review
"Absolutely delicious food and top notch..."
Jess
"Beautiful pasta. Had an amazing pasta special here on Friday night. Think this place is a hidden treasure in..."
Alice
"Delish!. Great lasagne! Lovely vibe to this place somewhere inbetween a bar and a somewhat formal restaurant. Great menu but overall the lasagne is a..."
Marykiri
"Great experience. The staff at Yak Bar were very accommodating of our large group (20 ppl) and made us feel very welcome. The food was beautiful, and..."
Rhys McK
"Great night. Went with rellies on a Thursday night. The place was fairly busy but staff were helpful & attentive. We shared a variety of entrees -..."
Dragonfly Dazed
"Best desert I've ever had! Italian doughnuts with pistachio ice cream in a blood orange sauce, this is a dish that has the most incredible balance of..."
Diner101
"Mm comfort food with a nice touch. Our italian waiter greeted us warmly and explained the specials for the day, they always sound so much better with..."
Jess K
"When I want pasta I come to Yak bar. Ragouts are splendly comforting and the last time I went I had gnocchi, which I avoid like the plague but these..."
Mad For Food
"Recommend. Calamari entree, he sweet potato rosti..the gnocci delightful....good to see the pasta in the kitchen window hanging from the..."
Jamieblue
"Pasta was devine!. My friend and I were in the city and came across this place (after looking on Urbanspoon) and fell in love with its pasta dishes...."
Bmwz3roadstar
"Yummy and fun. Love this place. Great food. Fun..."
Elena Clayton
"Excellent. Great place - good atmosphere and amazing food.Had the tagliatelle with pork, and it was melt-in-the-mouth stuff.Wine..."
Keith
"Yum! Will be back.. We ate here for the first time Friday 13th May before a Comedy show. Very glad we did. The service was great - efficient,..."
TanyaC
"Great Food. Four of us ventured in on Sat night for a quick meal before a show.We were pleasantly suprised. the best pasta I have had for a long..."
C.K
"I love the pasta here. The pasta is cooked perfectly and deliciously fresh. The ragu sauce is rich, tasty and the meat falls from the bone. So soft...."
Biting Mammal
"Awsome Night With The Boys. Visted this place for the first time last night, could not fault a thing. Serivce was great and so was the food. Will be..."
Food Lover
"Everything was Delicious. Interesting menu and hard to decide what to order. The entrees of mushrooms and calamari were fantastic - with plenty of..."
Michelle Whalen
"TO DIE FOR. Had a beautiful lunch yesterday with my husband at the yak! The calamari were gorgeous and I had to stop myself from Dipping all of the..."
Patricia
"Delicious. What a find in the cbd, this is a great italian pasta bar. Home-made pasta is really good and reasonably priced. I recommend the gnocci,..."
Misty
"Good pasta at good price. Had tagliatelle with pork ribs in rosemary sauce. Tender pork ribs with meat falling off the bone, just right rosemary..."
Mihu Of The Woods
"Great value, good night out. Had a great time here with a girlfriend last night. We had a booking for 7.30 but bad weather and Saturday night traffic..."
SJMelbgirl
"Excellent place! I had the lamb gnocchi and it was absolutely amazing! The bread served with it was warm and crisp. We went in a large group and we..."
Sarah
"Value for money, with good service a bonus. I have been to the Yak Bar many times now. The food has always impressed me - value for money is hard to..."
Mr Lincoln
"Love Yak. The pasta is absolutely delicious. Have dined here many times, and love it every time. Yak is good people and good..."
A Person You Know
"Great lasagne. We went on a busy night, but they some how sat us down within seconds ( 2 people). I ordered the lasagne which was probably the best..."
P.P
"Was at Yak Friday night 6th August. I can't stop thinking about the gnocchi with ragu. Well worth a return trip. Service was great too. Just a..."
Chris McIntyre
"Surprisingly good. I'd always passed this place and written it off as it looked more pub grub than anything else. But after being asked to join some..."
Albo
"So much flavour, so little time.... With a show in town on Friday night and after reading a fresh, glowing review for the revamped Yak Bar we needed..."
The Hungry Badger
"Amazing new menu. Yak Bar has undergone an amazing change! The new owners/chefs (not sure which or both it is), have absolutely breathed new life..."
Bethiesee
"Fine dining food at pub prices. We wanted an early meal and stumbled upon Yak in the CBD last Saturday night. At 7pm it was full! Always a good sign...."
LizawithaZ
"New owners - bye bye pub food!. Went there last Saturday night as I'd been told that a new team had taken over. Italian in style with fresh pasta..."
Aussie
"I like it but.... The Yak Bar has two great things going for it: one, the delicious food (try the duck risotto - to die for!); and two, the Atomica..."
Ryan
"But…then Pierrick Boyer from Le Petit Gateau came with guns blazing with his first ever dessert pizza. Oh my goodness, what a showing! A homemade..."
Ashley
"Thanks @Lello 😀 my partner and I really enjoyed your restaurant! 🍝 Food was really nice, our pizza was nice and thin with plenty of..."
David Bartlett
"Pretty busy place for weekdays dinner. Better to books your table before. The place is pretty fun and service is pretty good. Good to go after work...."
Priscillia
"The food is very tasty. The pasta was filled with potato and mint 😋 The zucchini flowers stuffed with cheese were delicious, but my favourite from..."
Anita Elmaz
"We were very hungry and were quite pushed for time, but stumbled upon this restaurant and were served immediately, with complementary bread to keep..."
Lenny Peterson
"Service is friendly and the food gives Italy a run for their money. The pasta are all hand made including the gluten free ones, it was so good I..."
Katie Chuang
"We were a group of 7 booked over the holidays. The restaurant was very accommodating of several number changes within hours of our booking. We had..."
Kimberly S
"GOOD QUALITY ITALIAN CUISINE We dropped in without a booking before a show at the Regent Theatre one Saturday night at 6 pm. They were happy to seat..."
Ian Woodruff
Chin Chin
89/100 (6903 ratings)
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Mid-range
"A genuine contender for best meal I have ever eaten. Cannot fault the menu - we had the 'feed me' option and made it to eight courses before tapping..."
Silvia Josipovic
"Was recommended and was told best fusion Thai we would enjoy and it didn’t disappoint. Loved everything about this place from entering the venue to..."
Sonny Booty-Call Khan
"Got there about 6 and already 30+ min wait for table. Got immediate seats at bar and the entertainment began. Bar staff friendly and knowledgeable..."
Mitch Manning
"A bit different. No bookings for groups with numbers under 8. just turn up and wait. It’s loud and busy with great food. You have to be in the..."
Deborah L Mahoney-Dobbs
"Absolution amazing Thai with a difference highly recommend this place for its unique Thai flavored menu and drinks selection, waitressing is..."
Cathy Caspaney
"The “feed me” dishes served up were Michelin star quality! The 50min wait was worth it! While waiting, we had a table down stairs, drinks were..."
Lisa Ellen Parker
"Our party of 4 enjoyed a selection of vegetarian & non vegetarian courses all were delicious, we have been to Chin Chin several times & doesn’t..."
Wendy Shearing
"Best meal we have ever had. Blown away, every dish was something special and great service to top it..."
Matt Peacock
"1st time at Chin Chins and was expecting a huge wait. We were seated in 5 min and the service was phenomenal. Our food was served within 10 min of..."
Lisa Polistena
"Get there early. Be prepared for a wait in the go go bar down stairs , but so worth it ,awesome food experience. We had the “ just feed me “ for..."
Nick Mullins
"Been to Chin Chin 3 times and have done the banquet every time. Last time I went was 17th of June. Overall the atmosphere is great but this time my..."
Brady M
"The chicken and chilli jam was amazing..."
Sekar Setyabrata
"One of my favourite go to restaurant for asian food, especially when catching up with friends. I’ve actually lost count on how many times I’ve..."
Kieu Luong
"Some of the most delicious Asian fusion food I’ve had. Everything was clean, crisp and tasty. Highly recommend the pork roll ups and beef brisket...."
Rach
"OMG this place is amazing - if you want to try this out please do! I went to Chin Chin to celebrate my bfs birthday and I ordered the banquet. There..."
Chicaroze
"GREAT food, drinks and super friendly staff!!! You'll want to go early to avoid a line, took us about 2.5 hours to get a table and we arrived at 6pm!..."
TeeTastes
"Honestly, what is there to say about Chin Chin that hasn't been said before. Rated as one of Melbourne's best restaurants, with queues that can last..."
Morgs71
"Been meaning to write a review for a while now, shared the chefs banquet. The food was amazing!! Im forever trying new places and I'm always..."
Anna Shannon
"✅What you should order: kingfish sashimi, chicken wings, panna cotta🌡Dine in process: You need to make a booking beforehand and there..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"We ordered takeaway twice in the last month. The first time, the food was hot, fresh and delicious! Also a larger quantity than expected. The pad..."
Nalia
"Always a long wait to get in, but the food is good and the atmosphere great. We shared a few plates when I was there and it was plenty of food at a..."
Josh Alderson
"I'm not the type of person who can be bothered waiting a crazy amount of time for a meal anymore. Chin Chin still is crazy busy after all that..."
ABC3147
"Great variety of options for a larger group! Everything we ordered was pretty good and has packed full of flavour. Desserts were just ok for me...."
Rifan Thamrin
"Obsessed with this place! Love the vibe always full Amazing foodAnd great cocktails at Gogo..."
Mamacita Foodie And Hola Con Lola
"Thursday early evening (5:30PM) for a dinner for two. The queue had less than 6 people. We were seated straight away and got our food before 5:45...."
Brian Kim
"This place can be overwhelmed when they are too busy, which means quite..."
Padre Lorenzo
"Walked in at about 12:30pm (the place was almost full) and got a seat straight away. We were in a rush so we asked the waiter if he could recommend..."
Buddy Eats
"Had a few hit and miss with the food here. But I had a great night tonight with a party of 5 we arrived at 5.30 sharp. The host was able to secure..."
Split The Bill
"Managed to get a table for 5 straight away on a Sunday night. Excellent service and really creative food. Definitely ask which are the spicy dishes..."
ARMANEATS
"If its not about the price, i would eat here..."
TxA Global
"Very good choice from the menu, food tasted amazing, service good and even if packed so quite easy to find a spot downstairs at the bar to eat and..."
Sensei
"Omg everything about this place is incredible, so much we went back twice on our 3 day stay. We had the feed me option which was amazing.. a..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"Back again and still I can’t fault it. The menu is pretty stagnant but one thing that does change are the flavours of the coconut crushes which are..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Everything we tasted was delicious, they definitely understand flavours and textures - right up my alley! We had a table of 10 on a very busy..."
Mummy+Me Eats
"First thing we noticed was the enormous line that extended down to the street, which just indicated to us the demand this restaurant had on the..."
MaikaEats
"I can’t believe I haven’t reviewed this place before. It’s loud and they don’t take reservations so if you don’t get there early you might..."
Alan Tse
"Great atmosphere with delicious non-traditional thai food. Portions are huge! Sat near the kitchen and the kingfish looked really good. Good place to..."
Paulin Tan
"I’ve been here many times and it never disappoints - favourites are the kingfish sashimi, corn fritters, pad see ew, caramelised pork and poached..."
Steph Giles
"We got the “Feed me banquet” and both left completely satisfied and as full as we’ve ever been. The staff were so friendly and helpful as..."
Sharon May
"My 5 stars all for Oliver. This is my first time coming here and I haven’t been to such nice restaurant in China. Oliver was very nice and service..."
Elyn1013
"Went here with few friends, the massaman curry is really good! Recommended place to go, however the waiting list is a bit long but worth to..."
天军
"Arrived in Melbourne a couple of days ago, decided to check this out. Arrived st 7:05pm, seated by around 7:55pm on a Tuesday evening. The place was..."
Girl On The Move
"After living in Melbourne for 1.5 years, I finally made it to Chin Chin! We had an amazing dinner there last night.  The line moved a lot quicker..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"Had to wait for a while before we could get in. But as they say “it was really worth the wait”.We tried Prawn and Lemongrass spring..."
Mujahid Sharif
"10/10 - chin chin has been on my to do list since before we moved to Melbourne and it did not disappoint. Food was absolutely delicious, cocktails..."
MelbourneLops
"The feed me menu (A$69.95 pp), although a tad pricey, came with LARGE portions. Approx 3 courses with 2-3 dishes in each course, we were not..."
Salwa Gautama
"Heard a lot about this place and finally came here last week. Absolutely loved it! The food is on the pricier side but they are delicious! The food..."
Bee Tang
"Smashing thai food !! I make it a point to have at least one meal when I’m in Melbourne and have never been disappointed The pad Thai , Thai..."
Jiten Bellani
"Went for a friend's birthday and had the "cheapest" banquet. So many amazing dishes, it's worth the cost. We were so full at the halfway point of the..."
Michelle Reyes
"A Melbourne classic that’s as popular today as it was 10 years ago. We have been coming here at regular intervals over the years, and the “Feed..."
Gustav
"This restaurant is heavily influenced by Thai cuisine and although I wouldn't call it authentic the food is still pretty decent. The food has..."
Edwar Kartio
"Fabulous fun and outstanding food. We wanted an early dinner and only ChinChin was open - how lucky we were! Asian fusion dishes bursting with..."
Charles Kilvington
"Incredibly busy eatery in the heart of Melbourne. Asian inspired eatery with a wide range of authentic food and drinks available. We were lucky to be..."
Kenny W
"Great food as always, delivered super quickly! The cauliflower, ribs, chicken wings and crab omelette were all very flavourful. Quite pricey, but..."
Harold Yap
"After many years of refusing to stand in the queue I’m glad Chin Chin now takes reservations. We finally got to experience what all the fuss was..."
Little Tran
"To avoid the crowds its better to go during lunch. There weren't too many diners and we were able to enjoy the fantastic food without the crowds...."
s phabmixai (Pandabear)
Simply Spanish Qvm
89/100 (1217 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Gluten Free Options
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Mediterranean
Spanish
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Cafe
Mediterranean
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Spanish
European
Gluten Free Options
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Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Garlic Prawns
Pork
Tapas
Prawns
Toasts
Meatballs
Salad
Paella
Calamari
Seafood Paella
Mussels
Croquettes
Calamares
Café
Café
European
Spanish
Mediterranean
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Credit Cards
Wheelchair Accessible
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Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
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Mid-range
"A friendly and cozy spot. The hot churros are..."
Adita
"Only had a cappuccino there but they even served a little churro alongside and the churro was so yummy! 😍 friendly staff; we sat outside and the..."
Priscilla Yeo
"My score 4.0 stars. I had a solo lunch here on Thu 5th Mar. J had a lunch platter special here some time ago – she really enjoyed the selection..."
Prof. Pinky@LunchLab
"This place is just amazing! The staff were fantastic. The food was amazing. The seafood paella was perfection. The churros were absolutely fantastic...."
Dawson Brister
"Having finally tried all three Simply Spanish locations in and around Melbourne, our favourite remains to be the store at South Melbourne Market...."
Penguineats
"Walked in slightly a bit late for their breakfast menu but their food was so delightful, that we ended up being pretty happy.What we love:..."
YUMLINGS Food Explorers
"I can’t start without mentioning the staff, absolutely beautiful people, so sweet and kind. In combination with amazing coffee and churros it makes..."
Kaitlyn Muirhead
"We had tried the seafood paella from The Queen Victoria Night Markets and it was really delicious and flavorful! The mussels were fresh and the rice..."
Win - FSC
"Stumbled across this gem just after lunchtime today. We were drawn in by the large crowds, both inside & out enjoying a range of amazing food. We..."
Jackson.mckendrick
"Voted the best paella outside of Spain! This is their city store close to the famous Victoria Market, the original is in South Melbourne Market...."
Kris L
"While shopping at QVM, grabbed a coffe and churro for take away. Really good spanish coffee and tasty churro. Hope to try more food from this..."
Nupur Bhople
"I can not express my love for this place enough. The food is outstanding, large size, and it’s inexpensive. The paella was so filling, and every..."
Food W/ Soph
"Cute little eatery on the outside of Queen Victoria markets. Service during our visit was friendly & efficient.We ordered the mushrooms on toast..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"Ordered the seafood paella on Europa night market. Lines were really long however food smelt so good i had to wait. Once food was ordered though it..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"Nestled in Melbourne's historic Queen Victoria Market, Simply Spanish QVM is a fun, relaxed space to enjoy a delightful Spanish fare. Let a creative..."
Robin
"Walked past simply Spanish and gave in to the great vibes and temptation.The food, however, was not what I hoped it would be. The chorizo..."
Sivashankar Sivam
"At the night market last night and was able to enjoy this well constructed beef dish. Great flavour given in was made at the stall. Beef and..."
Nay Nay
"Super cute staff. Super tasty Affogato ^^ with crunchy hot churro. What a wonderful morning from the view of this cozy small Spanish cafe...."
Trần Như Quỳnh
"Delicious!! Lovely staff, great spot out the front (weather permitting) and great food! We had 2 tapas to share and a paella which was enough for..."
Foodie
"The breakfast menu is brilliant bacon eggs and cheese are done fantastically . Location is perfect to not miss it. Lunch tapas menu isn't half bad..."
Pranav Ramji
"My experience here was a little worse than the South Melbourne store, albeit not a bad one. Spanish hot chocolate (served with a churro) was great...."
L
"This restaurant is in the hot spot of Victoria market , amazing feel around the street .. loved the food, went for breakfast .. it tasted yummy ....."
Deep Animesh
"Cute Spanish joint in the midst of everything else going on at Victoria Market! Reservations welcome. Service great.Food: Spanish meatballs..."
Don'tMessWithMyFood
"This is place is located very near Vic market which is great for a after shopping lunch. I rarely treat myself to Spanish food, in fact this was the..."
Ct.eats
"Came to Melbourne for a weekend workshop so grabbed the chance to visit the QV Market. Prior to the exploration, we chose to have lunch at this..."
Ronnielui2003
"So far the best Paella we have eaten in Melbourne, we had at the Wednesday Night Winter Market at Queen Victoria. Portion was quite big and filling..."
Ozzy Kunnu
"Visited this petite eatery tonight and everything was simply top-notch. Didn't get to take photos of everything we ordered because we were too..."
Hungryfoxbb
"Great place to go for Spanish food. Their Market Hash (poached eggs with hash) was simple and done to perfection. Their Spanish Hot Chocolate though,..."
Wandering Ella
"U could see two big pans full of paella outside of the restaurant. I picked the seafood paella. The paella here is very wet and sticky. It tasted..."
Sherly Huang
"I used to go there all the time years ago until I got waited for nearly an hour. I wrote a bad review and thought I would never return. Years later,..."
Kimungie
"Simply Spanish is simply good! Didn't manage to order any tapas as I was only craving for some good paella. Generous portion and full of flavor, the..."
A. Chan
"Great food recommend the chicken Paella! Great service people seem to love working there! Award winning place and it gets top marks from me..."
Red 5
"So delicious! Ever since my sister told me that Simply Spanksh won the competition for the best paella outside of spain, ive wanted to come try! I..."
Thuaners
"Simply great food! The atmosphere is relaxed and cozy, and together with super friendly and genuine service, this place has a great vibe about it...."
Anna
"Cozy environment. Not a big restaurant, but enough for food lovers. Nice service and tasty food. What could I want more! Recommend the sea food..."
Summer
"Cozy little place! And really friendly staff, I love the service here;)We came here for lunch and ordered the lunch deal with churro. Everything..."
Joni Wang
"Services are really wonderful! Attentive and welcomed!A cozy restaurant just outside the QVM!Seafood pallea is just nice to share..."
Yolanda Wong
"Wanted to try their paella long time ago and finally came here and ordered the lunch deal. Overall, the food tasted good, but the meatball maybe a..."
Food_Is_Heaven
"Came here for their famous paella lunch deal. My friend and I tried the $19 lunch deal which comes with paella, potato tortilla and a choice of..."
Chewynoms
"Tapas entree of crochets and pork belly were great. Seafood paella was very good but would have been even better with some veggies in with the rice...."
Alan
"Had this in the night market at Queen Vic.. we chose this simply because it was said in their banner 'award-winning paella'. And i have to say, they..."
StepiiGM
"My partner and I stopped by this restaurant after having been to the Queen Victoria Night Market. The restaurant is quite small but the staff were..."
Ilovetoomnom
"If you have walked past the Elizabeth St side of the Queen Vic Market during lunch time, your nostrils will have no doubt been greeted by the..."
Theycallmemaggie
"Called in for a quick meal before a meeting nearby and was wrapped with everything.  Service was great.  Food was served super quick and the..."
Adrian
"Nice convenient place for a quick spanish lunch around victoria market. A dish of paella from the big pan was $13 and there was a $19 lunch special..."
MF
"With a firm ethos on using seasonal produce and going local where possible, the restaurant creates food which is fresh and delicious. Paellas are..."
Gastrology
"Very generous portion... Tasty and authentic Spanish dishes.Thanks to Dimmi half price special, get to come here twice with my friends. We..."
J88
"Lovely little place to stop by for a quick lunch. The $10 paella is a great steal, worth a shot! Beef cheeks were spot on and Portuguese tarts..."
Nosoundwithoutsilence
"We came here at the beginning of the year in January and the food was absolutely delicious. One of the best tapas style food I have had in Melbourne..."
Linda Maroukel
"Ordered the exact same thing as I did in South Melb Market (big pan paella, chorizo, meatballs, chicken cazuela) for some reason it does not taste as..."
Chisyelda Oey
"Good paella and sangria set for $15. Friendly service and vibrant staffs. Cosy atmosphere. Don't mind coming back for the lunch paella..."
Lamkk91
"Nice food. I have still to find a restaurant that has the flavours, textures and colours of the food in Spain, but this one does a good job at..."
Lulu T. Legrand
"After reading all the reviews on Simply Spanish from customers' point of view, I thought that it would be helpful for Urbanspoon's customers to have..."
Dee Dal Zotto
"Stumbled across a gem. Great food; good service.Shopping at Vic market and needed some breakfast to make sure I didn't buy too many trays of..."
V Thomas
"Delicious breakfast. Lovely breakfast options with helpful service and good..."
Woo1961
"Wow! What a gem. The best thing about writing this blog is the fact that I am forced to leave my comfort zone, take risks and try new things. This..."
Melbourne Food Review
Osteria Ilaria
89/100 (856 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Pesto
Calamari
Fish
Risotto
Pork
Calamares
Ragu
Tortelli
Prawns
Beef
Octopus
Tortellini
Tortelloni
Pasta
Croquettes
Salad
Mushroom Croquettes
Scallops
Lamb
Duck
Sit down
Mediterranean
Italian
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Seating
Full Bar
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Food was excellent as was the service! We shared 5 dishes and really couldn't fault any of them. Was hard to pick which one was best. The cream foam..."
Rosemary Smeaton Grant
"I haven't had an experience as enjoyable as this in a long time. The relaxed atmosphere radiates through the venue, the food not over complicated,..."
Aaron RJ Skovell
"Exceptional food, wine and service. Sitting at the bar enhanced our dining experience 100 fold. Well done to the whole..."
Drea Muller
"201908 long have we eaten next door at Tip00, finally we made it to Osteria Ilaria. The wine list you see at the end is e x t e n s i v e but the..."
Nesscessities_gluttonness
"First night out post ISO. Felt surreal with minimal tables and reading full wine lists off your smartphone to reduce contamination. All dishes were..."
Mistermister
"In general a good place to go our for decent dinner. Good value of food and would be plenty if you order chef selection Service is ok but not so..."
Xiaolin.li0514
"Recommended by friends and this is a busy place with a good vibe. Food was good from the open kitchen with an interesting but a reasonably limited..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"We six morphed into the quiet back room, duff, duff free. We all selected the two course $40 menu. Flexibility was permitted, anchovy sauce was..."
Check Please
"A beautiful restaurant that I wouldn’t hesitate to visit again. We ordered the Chef’s selection, all the dishes were perfection and it was just..."
Healthy Eats Melbourne
"As soon as you step into Osteria Ilaria, you know you’re in for an amazing treat - rustic and no frills decor, open kitchen; short no-nonsense menu..."
Kris L
"Pasta quality was good though erring on the slightly salty side towards the end. Scallops were light on flavour but still nice. The staff saw that..."
Jess T
"Second visit to illaria and the food is once again amazing！we ordered the croquettes, scallops, octopus, prawn pasta, spaghetti, lamb and gnocchi...."
Eat Good Melbourne
"We tried to get in at Tipo 00 with no bookin g for lunch. The lovely waitress said that a table will be in half an hour. To which we declined and she..."
Baba Gump
"Super love this wine picked by the staff! Good..."
Esme_X
"We are spoilt for choice in this city. A restaurant has to be good to survive, and as diners we are as discerning as any metropolis. Word-of-mouth is..."
Melbourne Lifestyle Blog
"Dinner for two. We ordered:• mushroom croquettes • swordfish • scallops • octopus • pasterri pasta..."
Catherine
"Went on a friend’s birthday. We had Sydney rock oysters, zucchini flower and mushroom croquette to started off, mushroom croquette is a star almost..."
Vissuta P
"Amazing! Definitely recommend the porcini mushrooms croquettes and the grilled/roasted cabbage - couldn’t fault my dining experience at all, and..."
Jlee
"We visited Osteria Ilaria for a late lunch without a booking and we were seated upon arrival. Being the sister restaurant of Tipo 00, we had high..."
Stelly
"Lovey atmosphere, good place to relax with good food and wine, I had prawns paccheri pasta was cooked perfectly and of course..."
Little Miss Adventure
"Been here twice, sat at the bar during dinner had amazing bar service and decided to go back for another visit. However, the second time was seated..."
Amy Wang
"I really enjoyed my meal at this restaurant. The ambience is lovely and the service is fantastic. We had the mushroom croquettes to start,..."
Nicole Lim
"We had an amazing time at Osteria - the staff were super friendly and the food was really good. I thought the flavours in their dishes really stayed..."
Fatcat
"We loved 😍The staff here were really friendly. We enjoyed the gnocchi and duck here. The sauce in the gnocchi was pleasantly light. The duck..."
Withaknifeandfork
"Nice cosy setting and just the start. Staff are exactly what you expect in such an upmarket dine in restaurant. The food.. where do i..."
Dennis Lay
"Definitely up there on my list for great Italian in Melbourne. Polite staff and great space too. Favourite is the chestnut gnocchi. Nice Italian..."
Linda Miller
"Hands down one of the best Italian restaurants in CBD (if not the whole Melbourne lol) everything we had was so so so delicious. The pasta was cooked..."
What Do Yuwono Eat?
"Lovely dinner date, great service, but excellent food! Strongly recommend the octopus to go with the Paccheri pasta, the steak was cooked to..."
Chow Kit
"Will come back for:+ Pine Mushroom GnocchiCame here for a bite of lunch with some work colleagues and was super impressed with the..."
The Casual Diner
"The first good impression starts when you enter in the Osteria. The cosy atmosphere, the music and the decor make you feel at ease instantly. The..."
Gorgonzola
"We rocked up early without a reservation (just before 6pm), sure enough the restaurant was at full capacity shortly after. The space is much more..."
Mustard
"Superb find in little Bourke st. The smoked duck entree special was unique and my daughter’s pasta with goat was very very tasty. Last dessert of..."
Epicurusfoodie
"We were looking for a table at Tipo00 (1.5hr waiting time) and saw this restaurant next door and decided to give it a go. The atmosphere is..."
Anna
"Osteria Ilaria served tapas-style Italian cuisine. We went for the chef’s selection menu and the dishes that came out were simply delicious, unique..."
Angel Khong
"Absolutely delightful to dine here. Hands down has to be one of my favourite Italian restaurants. Everything from service to food was..."
WTR
"Incredible service, so lovely to dine somewhere where the staff are not only friendly but KNOW their food! Came for starters and a vino and..."
Lauren Neuro-Noopsie
"Fantastic Italian - gets busy so recommend booking. Authentic and great wines. Very polite staff. Perfect for a nice dinner with friends or family...."
D Thomp
"Been wanting to go here for ages. Caught up with a friend for a mid week lunch. I had the express set menu (octopus entre and osso bucco for $40) my..."
Karen
"Went there on a Friday night at 6pm as we (5ppl) couldn’t get a late booking a week before. The service was very good and the food was delicious...."
Ni Hao
"We had porcini mushroom croquettes as our starter. It tasted amazing. Mushroom flavour is really strong in a good way. Definitely recommended to try!..."
Eatwithbonny
"The wagyu was the stand out for me here! Amazingly tender and juicy with a great sauce to accompany it. Pair it with a nice glass of red and you are..."
Liinda Do
"Amazing food! They even manage to take humble pasta to another level. We ordered 1 entree and 2 pasta dishes. Octopus with salami paste was..."
Inem
"There are not too many places in Melbourne which are as good for lunch. The food is varied, exciting and oh so flavoursome. The service is efficient..."
Andrew Shelton
"An excellent Italian/Mediterranean restaurant next to Tipo 00. I opted for the chef’s selection menu $80, it was so delicious and value for money...."
J88
"To try:Honestly everything!! We were lucky enough to come during the first week of their new menu and I am so glad we did.- fresh warm..."
J.eats
"Had a quick visit tonight with last minute booking which they accommodated a table of 3. Thought I found the restaurant to be very hot inside as the..."
Nelson
"Everything is quite good. The price is reasonable. I really enjoy the kingfish. The pasta was alright. Wonder if it was homemade. Love the Panna..."
Charlotte Cooper
"The food here is original, full of quality ingredients and just plain delicious. The pasta is cooked to perfection, and the flavours on the wagyu..."
Foodforthought
"Went here for lunch and really enjoyed the food and atmosphere! I would recommend trying the mozzarella entree, it was delicious! I also had the..."
Srslyfoods
"Located conveniently and nice flavours overallMushroom croquette: crisp on the outside and juicy inside, a nice little starter Veal:..."
Tia Tan
"Excellent restaurant small menu but all meals were amazing. Pork sausage was my favourite but saying that the octopus was not far behind. Sorry..."
Domenico
"The sister restaurant to Tipo 00, this place does not disappoint. The interior is very sleek and modern with a rustic touch. I found the service to..."
Emma
"One of the greatest food experiences. You literately cannot go wrong with any of the food items. It was so flavorful, very appealing to the eye -..."
Tania
"We ordered the Chef’s menu. $80 per person. Dishes included deep fried zucchini flower, which was amazing!Grilled octopus was..."
Jennyabouttown
"We came here with a reservation to have a birthday dinner for 2 friends..and there was 10pax, so we had the private dining area at the back of the..."
LittleM
"Went earlier in the week and had the Octopus and Mushroom Croquettes to start... the croquettes were so good we ordered a few more. For pastas we had..."
Thelordlam
"The misses had booked this place for dinner and we decided to try it out as we saw good reviews. The place was quiet casual fine dining with great..."
Ayapom
"Caught up with a friend here and was a pleasant surprise considering I initially wanted her to try Tipo 00.Everything was simple in its..."
Pastanoodles
"Words cant describe our experienced, awesome food , good choice of Cabsav and lovely waitress. We will be back here very soon thats for..."
Alfredo Anaduta
"Wish I’d written this one up when I went so I could remember all of the dishes! As a girl’s dinner out we booked in to this cosy Italian eatery..."
YummyMummy
"Finally made it to the Osteria, the italian place on lt bourke street. We came on a monday night just after 6 so it wasn't too busy...."
Eating Away Melbourne
"Fresh food, good service. Tried the passionfruit beer was really surprise me. Even a weekday dinner also full house!! Will happy to come again try..."
AmBer Chow
"I’ve heard good things about Osteria ilaria and was very excited to try it out. Everything on the menu sounded delicious. I wanted to order the..."
Vicky Ho
"Love Osteria Ilaria! Highly recommend coming to this restaurant with a few friends! Amazing vibes and such a great view from the bar to watch the..."
Isabella
"Another iconic Italian restaurant in Melbourne.As expected, the service was great. Very attentive.All the dishes looked..."
Food Dine Roll
"A beautiful restaurant with top notch service and amazing food. Definitely one of my top Melbourne restaurants. This place has left a strong..."
Snuffed_Pankake
"Beautiful cozy place for a late Sunday lunch. 4.5 stars is the rating I would give this place if it was possible. Only let down was the tables are..."
A Black Sheep
"Osteria Ilaria is serving up delicious modern Italian food and like their first restaurant Tipo 00 (which is next door), people are lining up for..."
Olive Sundays
"Fantastic restaurant. It was our first time here trying their chef selection menu. The quality of pasta is great and the sauce is rich with layers of..."
Charles Su
"The staff who serve the foods he is so friendly and nice. it was hard to chose menu, but they are patient and recommending well. all the foods I..."
henry - (Milktea)
"This was such a good find by one of my friends and I am really glad I got to experience the food and wine here. Osteria Ilaria is not a super..."
Miles D
"First time visited Melbourne, so many places to choose from. Decided to try this place out after reading the reviews. Definitely didn't disappoint...."
Ian C
"First time at this restaurant and everything was perfect. The experience partnered with the food and drinks was just amazing. Ask for their specials..."
Anya Boediman- Suwanto
"Honestly a 4.5/5 for me, but it was a great experience and I’m happy to round up! Food was great, almost excellent, with standouts being the..."
Luke Smart
"Food was so good and we loved the open kitchen. We also had some cocktails which were all yum. Our table was near a speaker so it was a bit loud and..."
Durdashi Nemchand
"Words cannot describe. 1000/10. This place is beyond divine. Best meal in Melbourne. Of course do the chefs selection, 10 dishes over 2 hours. Dishes..."
Julia L
Doc Pizza & Mozzarella Bar
89/100 (1789 ratings)
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Italian Beef
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Mid-range
"Wow, can’t believe I didn’t come here earlier! Ordered their lasagne on Uber eats and it was..."
Hungry Gal
"Last night I tried DOC pizza for the first time. It was takeaway but did not disappoint. It is clear that a Melbourne institution like this sustains..."
Tofi
"Tried the prosciutto pizza and it was really yum. The pork sausage with broccoli was average unfortunately. Service is great even though the..."
Missfoodieguide
"Hands down - the best pizza in Melbourne. Pay that little bit extra to top your pizza with buffalo mozzarella - you won’t regret..."
Ciro
"Pizza wasn't soggy, it has good flavor and texture. Service provided was very friendly and efficient. Highly..."
Kylie
"First meal in Australia and man it did not disappoint! Great location, outdoor seating and an amazing wine list! All pizzas were cooked to..."
Dinesh Bahrani
"Tried a lot last time and the food was super good. The best pizza I’ve ever tried. I’ll return with friends again just because of the amazing..."
Pentakill JackeyLove
"Gorgeous, authentic Italian pizzas - with premium toppings, sauces and bases. Great service, lovely building and a good drinks list - featuring..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"The food here has been, and will continue to be, some of my favourite. Lovely staff and great staple of the..."
Kelsey Gamble
"Not saying this in a hyperbolic sense, hands down the best pizza I’ve had in Melbourne thus far. Still dreaming of that mushroom truffle..."
Avery
"The pizza here is the best pizza I have had in a long time, even after a few trips to Italy. The staff were super friendly. The only thing was that..."
Srslyfoods
"Great restaurant! It gets busy, and there is a little bit of a wait but it is worth it. The lasagne was delicious and the coffee even better. Great..."
Foodie McFoodie
"Beautiful pizza with amazing Italian hospitality!The pizza was wonderful! It was so fresh and every ingredient you could tell was sourced..."
Jianne Yong
"If you love a light, crispy, doughy pizza then Doc is your guy! Staff are fantastic, pizzas are delicious, there’s always a vibe and the wine..."
MelbourneLops
"I was catching up with an old friend and decided to try out this place. I ordered the tiger prawns pizza, and it was very good. Service was all over..."
Melissa
"A high quality pizzeria that is usually full on the weekends with a casual vibe. I do enjoy the pizza here at DOC, however, maybe it was just this..."
Vizual.Eater
"A bit pricey, but very delicious. Pizza crust is crispy and the pizza itself is so full of flavour and very fresh. Service is average but not bad...."
Vivien 🍓🍙
"DOC was an Italian restaurant/delicatessen, serving a variety of gourmet-style pasta and pizza. The pastas that we had were pretty delicious; cooked..."
Angel Khong
"Love this place ♥️ always crave for their Pizzas! Especially with the truffle oil 😌 and extremely entertaining service too. Highly recommended..."
Hazelin Ng
"Had my son 21st here on Friday night 9/8/19 service was amazing, food sensational, would recommend Doc’s to everyone...."
Brenda Mills
"we came there for my friend‘s birthday party！actually the weather of 2019.08.09 in Melbourne is really gonna frive people mad…but luckily the..."
Savannah Pierce
"The pizza here is undeniably good - thin and crispy base, tasty sauce, perfect cheese. They don’t look like they could fill you up but they..."
L.H
"4.5 DOC never fails to surprise, and we are rather glad to have returned for such an amazing pizzas after such a long time.The authenticity,..."
Penguineats
"I ordered the pizza Margherita for lunch and it was a large pizza. I like the crispy and thin pizza crust. The sauce and topping was also very nice...."
Hannah
"It was the first time I have been to DOC but it definitely won’t be the last. I ordered both the Napoletana and the DOC pizza and they were equally..."
Kim Miller
"This restaurant has been an institution for years and it continues to be busy with people waiting for tables on most nights. The tables a comfortable..."
Rennie
"Food: excellent, probably the best pizza in Melbourne. Soft dough, thin crust, authentic, a lot of toppings. What more can you ask..."
Tim Deng
"Best Italian pizza in Melbourne!!! Must order San Danielle. The prosciutto is the bomb! Pizza with broccoli paste is nice, but a little salty to me...."
XinRu Ong
"My Uber driver from Naples said this was the best pizza in Melbourne, and I’ll have to say the Italians know their pizza. Combine that with..."
Alan Tse
"It is always busy, but the food exceeds itself. Every time I come I order something I wouldn’t normally get and it is beautiful each time. The..."
Maddy Chetcuti
"Hands down my favorite pizza place in Melbourne!! Thin crust done so right! Place is a bit far from the city but im glad theyve just opened a branch..."
Elephantpizza
"DOC Pizza is beyond expectations, it is literally the best pizza I’ve ever had. I love the DOC Special and the Soppressa! Definitely Melbourne’s..."
Tashveen14
"Cheesus crust, Doc Pizza sure took a little pizza my heart that night. I guess I can safely say that from now on I pepperonly have eyes for..."
Alexius Choi
"My favourite pizza joint on lygon street. Truffle mushroom pizza was the best! Great pizza dough and toppings. Prosciutto pizza the same as mushrooms..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"DOC never disappoints. Food is consistently well cooked but what stands out is the service. This one time my friend was being real picky and annoying..."
Linda
"Been going here quite a few times after my trip to Italy. The pizza is amazing and always takes me back there. Toppings are just right and high..."
Tim J Naismith
"It's good pizza but I think a little over rated. It's something you should try and see what the fuss is all about as it's very popular.  Not that..."
Mel
"The best pizza I have had outside of Italy itself! Amazing gluten free base it is so close to the real deal. It is very very popular so very noisy,..."
Nikita Sauer
"To be honest， this is the best pizza place I have ever been. The pizza is very fresh and tasty, tops are rich with very thin dough, which is really..."
CharlotteJiang
"Pizza here is pretty good, simple toppings with great flavour, only ever got takeaway as usually too small/ busy to find a seat without a booking...."
Tasting Notes Melbourne
"Never disappoints! Will always be my favourite pizza place in the world!!! SAN Daniele with rocket salad can never go wrong and of course Nutella..."
Jennifer Issa
"All I can say is OH MY GOSH..The Pizza is freakin amazing, the combination and the fresh ingredients is well combined!Also the staff very..."
Junghoo Kim
"This was probably the best margarita pizza I have eaten! Everything tasted really fresh & was reasonably priced! The service was slightly too high..."
Thebrunchgirls
"I also appreciate Italian food. Who doesn't love pizza and pasta? My impression upon entering here is that the restaurant has that positive vibe. An..."
Justin R
"Can’t go wrong with DOC!!! My girlfriend and I discovered this place along Lygon St, it has Incredible pizzas and has this authentic Italian vibe..."
Elliott Jacobs
"Delish! Flavours grown up enough to be enjoyable for the adults and yet the kids still loved them. Prompt, fresh, a great bite, beautiful tomato..."
Susan Susan
"DOC is a little bit of ITALY in Carlton. DOC captures the food , the atmosphere and the spirit of Italy. Thanks to the beautiful staff. ..."
CAC
"The food is great very traditional pizza the way it’s indented to be ! Meatballs where amazing would recommend them highly !..."
Dylan Davis
"You might need to wait for a bit for a table but it's worthwhile. Love their pizza and the service is always tentative and fast. Love the..."
Coco F
"The service was lovely! The food was tasty and the wine was beautiful. The place is also cozy and the staff was super Italian Friendly.  The basil..."
Sienna Sayers
"One of the best pizza in Melbourne! Good prices and great service. The lasagna was so good! This is so amazing. But the standout here though was the..."
Phoebe Johnston
"The food was absolutely delicious and beautiful! The table service was amazing. The combination of melted and fresh buffalo mozzarella make..."
Ethan Oxenham
"4.5Had this place on my list for a while and I certainly wasn’t disappointed! Had the margherita and it was perfect. The fluffy base didn’t..."
Gee
"What a beautiful little restaurant , off the main drag of lygon street, this truly authentic restaurant mixed with all Italian staff really makes..."
Sig
"Best pizza ever in Melbourne! The place is also so cozy and the staff were super Italian friendly. The dough of the pizza is extraordinary. It is..."
Handini Audita
"Still the best pizza in Melbourne!!! Always one of my favourites and goes perfectly with an aperol spritz. Good prices and great service always!..."
Jessica Genobile
"The lasagne was so good! This is amazing because I do prefer vegetarian lasagne. Ordered:🍝 Pappardelle: with Italian porcini..."
Jasmine
"It takes something pretty special to stand out from the almost endless number of amazing Italian eateries in Carlton, and D.O.C Pizza & Mozzarella..."
YAMFB
"Came here for my work christmas party. The food was absolutely delicious and beautiful. The table service was amazing. Best pizza I've had in a long..."
Ivan
"Amazing!Best pizza I’ve ever eaten. Highly recommend the broccoli pizza. The base is gorgeous, the cheese incredible and the service is great...."
Rosie
"DOC is definitely my favourite Italian/pizza place now. Every meat on the salumi board was delicious and fresh, and the buffalo mozzarella was..."
Daisy
"Beautiful pizza, good atmosphere, we tried 6 different pizza but my favorite was the san danielle with prosciutto and the cornuta, the antipasto..."
Diva Isabel Nebreda
"Highly recommend to try their Speck pizza! Went there on a Monday night, full house, tables were quite pack together, but friendly staff..."
HildaLuv2Eat
Juicy Bao
88/100 (875 ratings)
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Crab
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Beef
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Hong Kong
Shanghai
Asian
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Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
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Cheap Eats
"This restaurant is a more Westernised one in Chinatown, and is not really a place Chinese people would gravitate towards. That’s not a bad thing..."
SJFU
"One of the best places for pan fried dumplings! I especially love the wontons with the chilli oil on..."
Vi Tran
"Ordered: Shanghai Xiao Long Bao $11.8 🥟 Shanghai Pan Fried Juicy Bao $10.8Shanghai Stir Fried Noodle with Shredded Pork $10.8..."
Steph
"A lovely reasonably priced Chinese restaurant. Some of the menu we hadn't seen before. Gorgeous dumplings and salt and pepper squid. Great meal with..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"Juicy Bao is easy to miss walking through China Town, but once inside you will find plenty of seating and not too crammed together. Service was good,..."
Shannon
"Super tasty and juicy..."
Radhika Mhatre
"Came here on a super busy Friday night with our little toddler, the friendly staff seated us & gave our son his own special bowl & cup. Even though..."
Let Laura Eat
"Delicious and Juicy bao & xiao long bao!They are very generous with the filling!However I didn’t really like the Lemon Chicken as it was..."
FoodieQueen21
"The pan fried pork dumplings were so tasty! The XLBs were not bad — quite a bit of gravy in them, and the Jia jiang mian was alright (still kind of..."
Priscilla Yeo
"My go to dumpling restaurant in the city! Always get the Xiao long bao and wonton in chilli oil! The waiting line can be long but the service is..."
Anthony N
"The best bao I have ever had.They have a wide selection to choose from.The interesting part is there are a lot of options to choose from for..."
Kriti
"Big fan of your juicy boas. Love you peeps! I'm a weekend visitor ;) the cold beef coriander is to die for as well. Alongside some nice Tsing..."
Taijas Kumar
"There may be a queue to get in but usually it moves fairly quickly. Ambience is cozy but typically noisy in this chinese restaurant and you will be..."
Food For Thought
"All time favourite. Their stir fry rice cakes, dumplings and xo sauce fried noodles are the famous ones. Also the braised pork belly is amazing!..."
Jo Tan
"Ordered take away lunch from them - pork & prawn wanton in chilli and peanut sauce. The wanton tasted great, however they were soaked in the..."
PacmanGo
"Ordered the Shanghai noodles with spring onion oil and minced meat. I actually really like this dish but the past three shops I've had this dish..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"Came here with my friends to try the xiao long bao and wontons with peanut and chilli sauce. Xlb was the best! The wontons were nice too but would've..."
Tammy
"So delicious!! The pork buns are to die for and the Shanghai noodles are great too. Cute little restaurant has a nice vibe too! Easily accessible in..."
Melbourne Food Finds
"Juicy bao by name... juicy bao by nature.The xiao long bao was a beautiful flavour explosion of sweet broth mixed with black vinegar.. to die..."
Sharondefoodie
"Cheap, cheerful and delicious!!The front of the venue there is a dumpling theatre with ladies making dumplings with their bare..."
Hungry Diner
"Highly recommended for a BYO dumpling restaurant amongst the abundance of choices in Chinatown. Less intense than Shanghai Village further down the..."
Vic
"I'm always wary of colleague recommendations for dumplings in the CBD so I've held out on going here for many years. Now I'm really kicking myself..."
Foodme
"I sometimes overwork restaurant and menu selection so was glad to just go with the flow for the night. Caught up with former work colleagues for a..."
Espy Eats
"This is definitely my favourite Chinese restaurant in China Town. Food is always amazing, there is hardly a wait and the prices are ultimately very..."
Vostok
"I happened to try this place because Shanghai Street Dumpling was closed. To my surprise, this place had some amazing dumplings which were worth the..."
Ryan Han
"They are as described. Juicy! The Xiao Long Bao are really good, delicate thin pastry, sweet juicy soup parcels. The place usually has a line..."
Sanlinhlam
"One of the most popular establishments down Chinatown, Juicy Bao serves Shanghai-style baos along with a list of other Chinese dishes. There’s..."
Stelly
"Busy restaurant with lines outside the door. Quick service and tasty dumplings! Xiao long bao is a winner. Their food is very tasty and with decent..."
Dine&market
"My boyfriend and I eat here once a week because we love it so much! The quality of the dishes, especially the xiao long bao, is to die for! It also..."
Nicole Gil
"Known for their great Shanghai Dumplings and they don’t dissapoint, however beware after about 8pm they run out of Pan Fried Dumplings which was..."
Chelsea Li
"The dumplings were very well made, fresh and bigger than a normal xiao long bap dumplings. Quiet cheap for what you get. Very fast speed..."
D36R4
"Amazing.It does not look like much and the queue outside the door is not really something I am normally into, but it is so worth..."
Wes Smuts
"I understand why everyone lines up now! Was very happy with the vegan options here, the dumplings are delicious and so are the gluten puffs...."
Veganaut
"Great dumpling place and other stuffs! My safe choice was the chicken and prawn dumplings, be it xiao long bao, steamed or pan fried. Other favorites..."
StepiiGM
"One of the best xiao long bao in CBD Melbourne.xiao long bao is my favorite and this restaurant has got delicious one that I’ve ever tried...."
Jula Sihapanya
"It was very crowded. The food was good. Staff were very cocky but maybe cause it was too crowded. Dumplings very good. Quick service as well...."
Sirisha Vijayakumar
"Fantastic dumplings, there was a small line outside but as we only needed table for a 2 we were seated right away. Once seated we were served and had..."
Daniel Aitken
"Was out wondering Chinatown and came across this place, we chose it because it was one of the only places that was really busy. We ordered off the..."
Jo
"Food : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I ordered The traditional steamed Juicy Bao - Juicy... Great Price : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Good value..."
MC
"Amazing food. Everything was absolutely perfect from entrees to mains. Without a doubt some of the best food I’ve ever had. Service was..."
Paul Clark
"Came here a few times a while back. Love the fried dumplings with soup inside which is so juicy. The chilli dumplings were okay. Also enjoyed the..."
Bear Noms
"Most juiciest little labours of love in this place. Other dishes were also just as tasty. Little wait to get a table but worth every minute!! Highly..."
LindaDiosa
"Excuse the messy noodle picture..it was too tempting to resist! the friend pork shreaded noodles was very flavorful so were their signature xiao lung..."
Emily
"The best dumplings ever! We visited Melbourne in January for our honeymoon, a quick search on google advised this was THE place to eat. We went there..."
Larrcoult123
"Chose this place on a whim while in Chinatown recently, waited 15 mins for a table. Took out order in the queue, and food started arriving as soon as..."
Scott Ferguson
"Juicy Bao is one of my favourite choices when I am after a cheap quality dumpling fix in the city. Their chilli oil wontons are spot on with their..."
David
"best bao in town. Spicy wontons are also really tasty. As usual, you have to be prepared for the whole China Town experience, which includes quick..."
Valina Whites
"I'll keep this short and sweet. The dumplings are fantastic, especially the Xiao Long Bao (perfect soup/skin) (some of the best in Melbourne, surely)..."
Sean Romero
"Had craving for xiao loong bau so decided to give Juicy Bao a try. Was pleasantly surprised the XLB was pretty good. I particularly liked the thin..."
Looster_Foodie
"Really like this place. My family and i used to go here quite a bit, we had a big obsession with dumplings for a while! Tasty, fast. Staff were often..."
Anna Kate
"Great big juicy quality dumplings at great prices. This restaurant was full of customers when we came in. The staffs were efficient and hardworking...."
Food Monster
"Seeking out for best juicy dumplings in town? Looking for a place to go for a date?Looking out for place with swift service?You got it..."
Hungry Food Bird
"Cheap, quick and tasty no fuss dumpling. Service was attentive as they move you through quickly but it was done with a smile. The menu was..."
Yume Yume
"You know its a great place to eat in Chinatown when there is a queue, everyone inside is eating the same thing- dumplings and tables are packed with..."
Split The Bill
"Juicy Bao as the name would suggest has some of the soupiest XLB in Melbourne, delicious pork broth in a well crafted package. Their pan fried..."
Mustard
"My go-to xiao long bao place. It provides quick, no-fuss service with affordable tasty food- it's not really a place to go to for ambience. There is..."
Ally
"UPDATEBack for more ... improvement, still value for money and the queue has grown longer too.Highlights were; Stir Fried Rice Cake..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"This place does great dumplings, I would highly recommend. The shanghai pork buns are tasty too, crispy on the bottom with a tasty pork filling. A..."
Kirsty Haggerty
"Came here today with a friend just to have a quick lunch. I was expecting this place to be packed since we came at 12, but nope we were the first..."
Trancindy
"Juicy Bao doesn’t fail in satisfying some dumpling cravings. Though I’ve never tried out of their dumpling menu, I see many locals coming here to..."
Amanda Ng
"Can’t believe we live in the city and have not eaten here! Now at the top of the list for dumplings! Big, fresh, juicy and full of flavour. Chilli..."
Fiona
"I was longing for mabo tofu and this place did not disappoint. Giving you 5 star for delicious food and great ambience. If I can only suggest for..."
Midori Yukou Eugenio
"Came here with high expectations, especially with all the positive reviews, and they delivered! Their signature xiao long bao is one of the best..."
Potzz
"Good dumplings, service okay, reasonably priced. Decor nice. Got the pan fried pork and wombok dumplings, they give 3 dipping sauces - soya sauce,..."
Kerry Ho
"Awsome super flavours of Juicy Bao. Hands down best crab and pork dumplings ever... lives upto its name. Small queue on a thu night tells the story...."
Prateek Ghosh
"Vegetarian steamed dumplings 🥟 🥦 Pork Xiao long bao 🐖🥟 Okay quantity for the price but was expecting better dumplings from the reviews...."
sallyyypappa
"Highly recommend if you are looking for delicious Bao. Over all, I like all food but Shanghai Pan fried juicy bao was my..."
Emma Han
Red Spice Road
88/100 (6780 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Japanese Fusion
Japanese Fusion
Gluten Free Options
Asian
Vegan Options
Thai
Vegetarian Friendly
Diner
Korean
Thai
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Wings
Lamb
Chili
Fish
Crab
Pork
Scallops
Duck
Ribs
Curry
Prawns
Noodle
Beef
Eggplant
Beef Cheeks
Salad
Sit down
Thai
Asian
Diner
Japanese Fusion
Korean
Reservations
Wine and Beer
Accepts Credit Cards
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Dining
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"full of flavour! love the round tables for big groups......"
Show Me The Yummy
"Such an amazing dinner tonight, everything was spectacular from the food to the fitout to the service!Pictured is the:1. Roasted..."
Cmzajicek
"Had the starter and 5 share plates consisting of chicken wings as the starter, minced pork with cabbage, tea leaf salad, curry, pork belly and rice...."
Assiral
"Love the pork belly here. The city location has moved a couple of times but the food is still amazing. Will definitely keep coming back to this..."
Hansolo
"We chose the showcase for $99 each because we can never decide and wanted to try everything. This really is a great way to showcase their menu...."
Milli
"Just had a christmas lunch here, so we tried the tasting menu. And i love every single dish that they served, Start from the entreé, chicken curry,..."
Khorry Sila
"I first went here about 5 years ago and it was excellent. Today it wasn’t. The food wasn’t served very hot and the flavours were weak. It was a..."
Andrew Shelton
"Amazing food, definitely one of the top places to dine in Melbourne! We had the main attractions spicy Korean beef ribs, Crying tiger beef, Singapore..."
James Ong
"A big improvement compared to Red Spice Rd former locations. Devoured everything in 20 minutes, which says a..."
Bi.ly
"The food at Red Spice Road was amazing - every dish had a uniquely tasty flavour. The pork belly was so crispy yet melted in your mouth too. The lamb..."
Daisy
"Red Spice Road is a large restaurant consisting of mainly sharing tables. The menu is divided into small, medium and large dishes. On this visit we..."
Warren Louey
"Huge space with very nice seating options. Friendly service and food arrived relatively quickly. The chicken and crispy rice initially appeared..."
Rachel Jade
"A true culinary gem located in Melbourne. Easy booking online . Note more than 8 need credit card reservations. The staff were amazing..."
㊙️ The Traveling Foodie
"Loved the food and the layout.Entering in to the main area is an amazing experience around a huge round table. The restaurant could have..."
Ray
"Ambience was great and the ingredients were so fresh! Really enjoyed the black pepper soft shell crab and the crispy tofu with eggplant...."
Reena Desai
"Had a really nice dinner with colleagues here tonight. The service was excellent. The food varied and delicious. And the drinks were nice too. We all..."
Leslie Davis
"Red Spice Road is an absolute favourite of mine, and for very good reason. With heavenly Asian dishes, the quality of the food here is next level...."
Morgs71
"Yeah~~ Nice food and curry buddy! This restaurant curry sauce is so good. I just want to say, exactly what i want to eat for a whiles. One the other..."
Be Honest
"The food at Red Spice Road never disappoints. With a broad menu to pick from, there is something to suit everyone. The staff are friendly and service..."
Eileen N
"Went for the degustation special they had for $100 per head. Food was great. We were seated in the “room with the BBQ” which I wasn’t a fan of...."
Tommylicious
"Really quick to get your meal. Friendly service and tentative staff. It is very dimly lit but the food is very tasty and cooked with fresh..."
Nat
"Crispy Tofu with Szechuan Spiced Eggplant & Peanut, Sesame!AND....Most importantly; the Pork Belly! These guys are known for their..."
Breakfast_Adventurers
"The best food I’ve ever had in my entire life. It is clear that the flavours of each dish has been thought out very well. If you’re looking at..."
FOODisLIFE
"Had the 9 course tasting for lunch. We got to try a mix of dishes which was great. There were some dishes were fantastic and others we probably..."
#alwayshungry
"I have now visited Red Spice Road for the third time and can honestly say they never fail to deliver. The food is absolutely delicious and..."
Kershia
"Really enjoyed our night out here. Service was great, staff were lovely, helpful and friendly, especially our personal waiter; Luke.Food..."
TheyCallHimX
"Operating for more than 11 years Red Spice Road is the unofficial home of Melbourne’s best pork belly and is renowned for delivering high quality..."
Gastrology
"We were delighted to be invited to Red Spice Road to celebrate the arrival of new Executive Chef, Ben McRae, bringing his fresh and vibrant take on..."
2wo Fat Girls
"Ridiculously tasty Asian fusion restaurant. Spacious venue with sophisticated decor! The pork belly is a must try!!!! Great efficient friendly..."
Meg Gro
"My favourite restaurant in Melbourne!!! What’s there not to love about this place? Everything on the menu is to die for, but my favourites would..."
Jill
"One of the stand out dishes here is probably the pork belly! Evryone on the table loved it , the caramelisation of the meat was so delicious, love..."
Vivian
"Whilst I am yet to visit for dinner I can 100% back the delicious lunch menu! Perfect for your one hour break - the food is delicious, the wine is..."
Kerry Hale
"Overall score: 20/25 or ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️in 5 words: Asian food with a twist! *Taste ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - my fav. dishes..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"Came here for a work function and we had the tasting menu. It was not cheap pp but the variety of entrees and mains served was quite good. The..."
Amanda H
"Came here in a large-ish group which is probably the best way to taste as much of the menu as possible. Not sure if there was anything I didn't love...."
Fatcat
"For over 10 years, Red Spice Road has been dedicated to serving you the best food Asia offers, in a buzzing and energetic communal dining..."
Robin
"Enjoying a delicious lunch whilst the kids are entertained. @redspiceroad have a special kids lunch menu every Saturday from 12-3 for $15 they get..."
Melbourne With Kidz
"Loved it...crispy tofu with eggplant was the star 5/5! Corn fritters...hmm 3/5, I've had better. Chonburi curry 4/5. Kungpao cauliflower 4.5/5. Raw..."
TravellingFoodie
"We had:Chicken, prawn, warm coconut, galangal and crispy rice Singaporean Barramundi curryCrying tiger beef, peanuts, chilli and lime..."
Hannah Savige
"Such a great dining experience! Friendly team and amazing dishes.My favourite was their signature Pork Belly with that gorgeous chilli..."
Foodloverwhojiggles
"I went there couple of years ago and had found the food too salty and sweet.This time I was pleasantly surprised. Especially with the desserts...."
Sonia
"We had the express lunch menu for $35 per person which includes 5 courses to be shared between the 3 of us.. my first thought was that portions will..."
Kerli Kerli Kerli
"Had the lunch banquet. Our waiter provided incredible service. The food was unreal and the pork belly is a favourite. Highly highly recommend this..."
Srslyfoods
"I have to say this is a very nice restaurant. The staff are super friendly and the food is tasty (if not cheap). However, the name of the restaurant..."
Goddesswhahaha
"Definitely great place. Coming from a South East Asian background, I just found that the dishes were a bit sweet. You may not really enjoy if you are..."
Vinup
"AMAZINGGG! Had tried the pork belly at the night market not too long ago so I had wanted to come here for a while and it did not disappoint. The baos..."
Shana Chand
"Communal. Good place to share dishes. Perfect for large groups. Funky asian themed decor. Friendly staff. Best caramelised pork belly ever. Very..."
Miss T.A
"Red Spice Road showcases delectable dishes which are sure to impress! The highlights for me included the pork bao, sambal chicken wings, pork sate..."
Louise
"So many visits later and it’s still a favourite. Every dish is jammed packed with flavour - flavours that make sense as opposed to for show. The..."
Linda
"5 STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️I absolutely loved everything from the service, to the interior and of course the FOOD..."
OverEating101
"One of the best. There are very few things to not love about this place. The service from the minute we arrived to when we left was exceptional;..."
This Diner Is Anonymous
"Four of us came here for a nice dinner where one of us is a vegetarian. The staff were all really friendly and knowledgeable enough to cater to our..."
Kelvinchewsv
"Loved our dinner here. $80 for the tasting menu. Only problem was there was too much food and they didn’t do containers but they did warn us about..."
CCC
"The $36 express lunch (starter and 5 to share with rice) is a very good dealA lot more food than you can finish - the star being the pork belly...."
S
"Great customer service,nice and cozy atmosphere..A bit noisy for conversation though:)However it’s a nice place to come with friends and enjoy..."
ALM
"We came here on a Tuesday night but was so lucky that we booked in advance as it was quite busy. The place was beautiful and the atmosphere..."
EatsByM
"Heard great things about this joint so had to give it a shot!The restaurant is incredibly accommodating to everyone’s needs - we had two..."
That Vegan Dad
"First time at RSR. Very pleasantly surprised by the great decor and good vibes. Instantly felt that this was gonna be a good night.We were..."
YumYum
"A nice cozy place, the food was delicious the flavour is well balanced.. portion look small but we struggled to finish all. Personal favourite would..."
Freia Hu
"My boyfriend and I have been here twice and loved it both times! We weren’t too hungry on both occasions, so the first time we got a small and..."
Ilky
"Would come back for :- amazing service- vibes (interior is rustic and modern - every direction you look is beautiful)- variety in food..."
Esther Lee
"We have been here once and a couple times at the QV branch. This branch is a bit dimmer but the overall vibe is similar. Food here is also insanely..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"Pork belly all the way! Love Red Spice Road!!! Will definitely be back to enjoy the ambiance and delicious food! The wait staff are always super..."
LC
"Red Spice Road is the perfect choice if you’re after delicious modern Asian food that’s classy but surprisingly affordable. The McKillop St..."
Kris L
"A lot of unique dishes here! We had a birthday dinner and ordered many dishes from the menu. The desserts were like masterpieces! A lot of different..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"Best pork belly ever! Fantastic food. Staff are friendly and extremely helpful. Loved the cocktails. Can’t wait to go back and try something else...."
Claire Sawyer
"Go for whichever tasting menu has the crusted lamb rib, and the pork belly - some of the best food I've tasted in Melbourne. Actually pretty good..."
Mark Edler
"I have lost count how many times I’ve been to this restaurant. It is a favourite among our friends in Melbourne and my family always insist on..."
Josh Stanley
"Went there for a work lunch with co-workers a few days ago. We decided to go with their express lunch tasting menu, where you get a starter and 5..."
Stackcats
"Great service and delicious food. Went with a group of work colleagues and we had the tasting menu ( $30 per person I think). Highlights were the..."
Spaghetti Monster
"My and my girlfriends were celebrating birthday last Saturday night. We had an amazing time as the service is always on time. The wine and the food..."
Holly Su
"A favourite restaurant of mine. The bar is great and has knowledgeable bartenders. The shared tables are a clever use of space and the food is..."
Dumba
"This is without a doubt one of my favourite spots for a work day express lunch. $36 gets you 5 courses of shared plates and an extra $9 for a house..."
Freeo
"A couple weeks ago I held a work function at Red Spice Road and it was fabulous. It was very easy to organise. They catered for all the people..."
Emma Di Falco
"Absolutely delicious food! Fresh, well balanced flavours and ingredients in every dish. Lovely atmosphere, not too noisy. Loved the king fish, papaya..."
Apple
"Could not have been happier with the service at red spice road, we went for a work dinner and were treated to a private dining space with our amazing..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"We ordered $55 pp, almost all of the plates are awesome. However, pork is a little bit to oily. It is a very good choice to have with..."
Deviltonyho
"I can remember going to Red Spice Road over 10 years ago. It was one of the first times I had experienced Asian Fusion foods and has probably one of..."
Espy Eats
"Came for a cheeky lunch with one hour left on the service clock. Obviously there was plenty of room but it took awhile to get us punched into the..."
Matt
"Always consistently good food here! The service is 10/10 and the flavours are beautiful - an amazing journey through Asia. The lunch banquet is such..."
Linda
" Consistently great food, fun drinks, lovely staff. Faves include the lamb ribs, bao in various forms, and every main is filling and fragrant. This..."
Krill3Ways
"We were walking around city and everything was booked out. Managed to get a table here. What a wonderful meal!!! Beautiful balanced flavours, fresh..."
Amanda Walker
"Great food. Great setup. Very friendly service from everyone especially Matilda chatted with kids very welcoming & made sure we had everything we..."
Simone
"Can’t fault Red Spice Road, always get excited when we dine here. We have never been for dinner only for lunch during the week and it’s always..."
Charlie And Ko Reviews
"Always a unique experience. Food is amazing, customer service is excellent. Like the pork belly and spicy cumin lamb ribs most? Will I recommend..."
Foooodie
"Went to Red Spice Road recently and it exceed above my expectations! A group of us ordered the share plate option and everything was delicious!..."
Wendy Torres
"A truly impressive experience. My partner and I had failed to make a reservation, as we were wandering the city and it was freezing cold, so we..."
Taylor Holmes
"We came in late last year to dine for our one year anniversary, and Red Spice road was a brilliant choice fortunately! We had read fantastic reviews..."
Pastry.loving.foodie
"We had the lunch set menu ($35 and pick a number of dishes to share) and it was lovely. Each dish was full of flavour and serves were generous. My..."
Viv OY
"Been here a number of times, for end of year dinner and birthday in their private function rooms, and for dinner. Exquisite food every time, service..."
DC
"Consistently outstanding food with an impressive wine selection and cocktail list. This was our fourth time coming and it was extra special as the..."
Hilary Nykwest
"The “Before Theatre” dinner was an absolute standout. Beautiful surroundings. Brilliant and considerate staff. Food was delicious - tofu curry..."
MarkEngland
"The Malaysian duck curry is to die for !! One of the best Asian restaurants In town I really enjoyed my time here, the vibe inside is great, and the..."
George David Michaelides
"Came here the other week for my parents birthday dinner. I thought the atmosphere was nice and casual. I have to say the customer service was..."
Kira Dinh
"Just want to say Red Spice Road is an great place to dine. The pork belly is amazing and a must have. It's a wonderful restaurant to visit with..."
Joanne Ryder-Lees
"What a place! Had the kung pao cauliflower, made me feel so happy to know that there are restaurants that can make vegetarian food taste this good!..."
Divya Sharma
"I’ve been a fan of red spice road for a while. The banquet are good value and I often opt for them. The betel leave starter is a nice note to begin..."
KnowingMelbourne
"😱Lizzie's first impression: This place is popular amongst the corporate workers as they do a very popular lunch menu for 30 a head! This includes..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Red Spice Road is an oldie but a goldy - for years it has offered consistently delicious Asian fusion cuisine for an incredibly reasonable price. ..."
The New Fave
"Definitely one of my favourite restaurant. 1. The deliciousness and quality of the food here. My favourites are the pork belly and soft shell crab...."
Lianne
"Good service and OK atmosphere. We had the tasting menu which was solid in size, flavour and presentation. The place is fairly loud on a Saturday..."
Steffo
"Super tasty food, nice decor, modern Thai cuisine, staff is fun and make it the experience more enjoyable. I recommend ordering various plates and..."
H
"I've been here six times now. The atmosphere and fitout is wonderful, a wide high space with long benches and smaller tables. Fantastic lighting and..."
Somatics
"One of the earlier south east Asian fusion restaurants in Melbourne. Slightly different menu to the newer branch in QV. Long share..."
Don'tMessWithMyFood
"Great meal experience here. Service was really good, waiter was very helpful with the amount of food to get.The pork belly is worth its..."
Wine And Food Lovers
"Standard menu for Thai dish, but it’s much more cheaper which is good. Menu always changes, this attracts me a lot. As I always have something new..."
Milktealayer
"Although a little pricey, this is a nice atmosphere for drinks and good food. The menu changes every few weeks so there is always something different..."
Hungry Hieu
"All time favorite restaurant for special occasions and client entertainment.  The pork belly is so good.  The banquet is reasonably priced for the..."
Lifecycle
"I was taken here by a colleague on my work trip in Melbourne and boy, was I impressed. The service was immaculate, atmosphere was just the right..."
Ilovefooood
"Love your food and but my favourite pork belly is becoming more and more sweet compared to how it was ( perfectly balanced sweetness !) 2 years ago...."
Kiri501786
"Red Spice Road is a hidden gem tucked away down one of Melbourne's many laneways. The ambience and the service both warm and inviting.My plus one and..."
Yeshmeino
"A good lunch experience. The express lunch is really a good option for business lunch. And it is a good place for party.The food is really nice..."
Teddy Shen
"Forget the calories and ORDER THE PORK BELLY... it’s not a true red spice road experience without it accompanied with a cocktail. Holy moly you..."
Food Makes Me Happy
"Came here for my borthday dinner and were seated in a more private dining room (only 10 or so tables). Waiter was very nervous and awkward but he was..."
FoodingAroundMelbourne
"A colleague of mine introduced me. I have had several meals with family and colleagues here. This restaurant was my introduction to the Fine Dining..."
Abi
"Finally got to Red Spice Road on Mackillop St for a Wednesday night dinner with Mr B.  We had booked in advance, but found that we could have been..."
Melissa Kate
"The service is so good，as well as the food！Salmon，taste good.Kingfish salad，delicious！Barramundi，that is..."
Alexis Chan
"Love this modern Asian eatery. Used to come here with my family to have the lunch banquet. Value for money. I tried the pork belly with apple in the..."
Ferry Gondo
"The service here is great and the food is amazing. The pork belly and oysters are to die for. The banquet is a great meal idea. Only negative would..."
Alijargalb
"Five stars all the way. This Silk Road journey was amazing, from the decor to the service, the fantastic food and getting my recipe book signed by..."
EpiCurious
"Ambience: 4/5Food: 3/5 Service: 4.5/5 Will I return: most likely no Second time trying red spice road. The staff were great..."
AllyBelly
"For those who like their Viet herbs, midly spicy and distinctly tangy dishes and basically strong flavours, this place would be for you. That's..."
Bun's Food Diaries
"This place really worth 4.5 stars rating. Nice setting ambience portrait Asian cultures, different type of sitting seating from heaps of stool for..."
Yulz
"Happened past this on my last Melbourne visit- Worth visiting for the king pau cauliflower alone! Friendly service and really good food-went back two..."
Gidstar77
"We came for lunch. We found the very large space airy and light. There were few patrons dining in a Wednesday lunch. We chose to share a few dishes...."
SusieQ
"Upon arrival Sat 8.15pm (booked for 8.15pm) we were told our booking was for 8.30pm and a table wasn't available at the moment. We were directed to..."
The Walking Foodies
"Shame I didn't take any photos since this dine in was a while ago. The interior inside was absolutely jaw dropping, since the place is very packed..."
Ct.eats
"Big restaurant in QV everything on the menu we ordered was more on the sweet side especially the signature pork belly. Atmosphere is good here and..."
Ilovefoodsomuch
"I can't fault Red Spice Road for how they handled our group of 16, four of which had specific dietary requirements. I'd also forgotten to list my own..."
Andreas
"Enjoyed dinner at red spice road. Great cocktails and broad menu. Between two we shared the lamb ribs, the salmon betel leaves, the signature pork..."
Kate Dougherty
"We came here for a group dinner and got a mix of plates to share. The bao were absolutely delightful, great flavour combinations. The fried chicken..."
Lisa Giles
"We came here for a work lunch and had the $30 express menu. We chose 3 mains and it came with a starter and rice. The highlight was the pork belly...."
Elonie
"Last week we escaped the cold night and ducked into the iconic and original Red Spice Road in McKillop St to try their new menu. A long time..."
Foodiemelbourne
"Red Spice Road has been an Melbourne institution for contemporary Asian fusion for over 10 years. There are certainly classics that people keep..."
Flying Forward
"I love their take on modern Thai food - it's exciting and the food is delicious. Bring more friends to eat with you as the portions are generous so..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Came here with my family and there were 8 of us. We had the 79 showcase banquet and were both happy with the food and service. The only downside..."
Valerie L Jovee
"Came for the banquet and was pleasantly surprised! The chicken ribs were our favourite of the early dishes. Lamb ribs later on were also standouts...."
Gee
"This place is red with gorgeous lighting. It is massive with a private area for functions. A sushi train like area with sturdy wooden tables and..."
Dr S
"Came here on a Tuesday night with my girlfriend and her parents Amazing had the duck curry it was wonderful and rich Soft shell crab was..."
Bobby Brass
"I'm usually not a fan of fusion cuisine, but the dishes were surprisingly palatable. Many dishes have the tangy zing and mild spiciness of Vietnamese..."
Hungry Jeweller
"Absolutely delicious - can't wait to come back. The service was great and very attentive. The flavours and freshness made for a memorable dining..."
Angela Domenica
"We came here a month ago to celebrate our anniversary. The atmosphere was great as per previous. The staff were attentive, cautious and offered their..."
Jo Jo
"The restaurant has incredible decor! We ordered lots of different food on the menu and we definitely weren't let down. The pork belly and the chicken..."
Clementine Aston
"Busy place but food very nice and staff going an extra mile to make patrons happy.We had a large group of people with various tastes some..."
Alex S.
"The place has a modern take on East Asian cuisines with shared food platters. The restaurant seating is communal too, so be prepared to make..."
GGx
"Have visited red spice Rd many times, and it has always been great. Went there again on Thursday night and it was absolutely amazing! The barramundi..."
David Lau
"I'm a regular diner at red spice road, the service and pork belly are always great. However last night the wok fried vegetables were extraordinary -..."
Nimafoodie87
"Went as we had to use our GoodFood card before it expired, we couldn't have been happier with our choice.  The food was amazing, and the atmosphere..."
Richard Polak
"Fabulous - my favourite restaurant. I return frequently and the flavours they put together are amazing. Every dish I have tried has been delicious!..."
Jacqui
"The combination of flavors in every dish are refreshing and flavorsome. I've been to this place uncountable times and is my preference for work..."
Foodieforever
"The environment very good!! Pretty like the drink here, old fashioned cocktail is very smoky. Love the fried chicken either. However, it is not so..."
李宁然
"We got the early bird menu which was great value. Fantastic food especially the pork belly. The high reviews are justified as it competes well with..."
Arron Conran
"Only took pictures of dessert because the mains got eaten so quickly. Food is really good but I'd say the serves are a little small compared to..."
Amy Davis
"A great dining experience with fantastic food and super professional, stylish service. Modern South East Asian cuisine with good combinations of..."
Stunsail
"Dammit how good are the chilli salt ribs. They are the best ribs in town.... saying that, the pork belly is even better. The best pork belly I've..."
GET•IN•MY•BELLY
"great food. great atmosphere. friendly staff.I really enjoyed the food there and the staff is really friendly. the atmosphere was..."
Sara Lee
"First time at this place and I was very impressed with the meal. The Nepalese slow roasted lamb was one of the nicest meals I've had in ages. Will be..."
Rolandmccall
"Absolutely amazing!! Everything about the place was great, from the food to the space to staff. The pork belly is a must. A bit on the pricey side of..."
Danny Nguyen
"We love Red Spice Road - I personally prefer the atmosphere at McKillop St than QV.We came in thinking we were hungry - an entree of pigs ears -..."
YummyMummy
"I'm a sucker for Cambodia and coconut milk, and, so couldn't go past the Khmer chicken samla. It didn't disappoint. The Kung pao cauliflower was a..."
Food Baby
"I've been here twice, the pork belly is phenomenal. The share dishes are generous portions and reasonably priced, I would recommend the pork belly,..."
Michelle Flanagan
"An oldie but a goodie. The reviews are spot on - their pork belly is Devine! And I love their whole fish dish! The serving size is very generous so..."
Lily
"I really like this place because it is not noisy and perfect for a catch up. The ambience put us in a very good atmosphere. I love how dishes have a..."
Chee Ching Low
"Tasting menu plus matching drinks is the way to go. Each drink compliments the food well and adds to the experience. Well presented meals with..."
Nic D
"The 3 of us studied the menu before we went so we decided to order many menu items.Our number one favourite dish was the warm chicken and..."
Dionne
"Came here for a quick dinner before a show and the service was great. They made sure we were served quickly and the food that was dished up was..."
Jake
"The ambience is nice, but the lighting is too dark for me especially at night. The foods there are tasty, the Pork Belly is worth to try! I reckon..."
Michelle
"Red Spice Road offer Asian fusion dishes such as Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine. The decoration of the place was really funky and modern..."
Jianierrrrrr
"Went there for a hens great atmosphere, food was amazing.  We had a private room, pricey but they didn't disappoint the food and service was..."
Jen Mas
"LIT!: double cooked lamb, braised beef cheeks and pork belly (signature dish). All sooo amazing, juicy and tender! We also had lychee season punch..."
Jennitals
"The food has always been delicious here, lovely fresh flavours, loads of herbs, spices, and chillies, and an exciting variety of dishes. Not to..."
JambalayaJames
"My favourite dish in Melbourne (tough call!) is the pork belly, chili caramel, apple slaw and black vinegar dish from Red Spice Road. I first..."
Donutsam
"PORK BELLY... Thats all I need to say.... Soo much love for this dish that ive not tried anything else on their menu! I dream about it when I leave..."
Bernice Mansfield
"Excellent food and venue but the service was patchy at best. It's always nerve wracking when the wait staff just 'remember' your order and don't..."
Annabelle
"My husband had a +1 invitation to this place for thier office new year party last Friday and I am sooooo glad we decided to go. It was a wonderful..."
Nethra N
"On a day trip to the Melbourne CBD last November, Matthew and I decided to check out a venue that many Coeliacs have recommended. Red Spice Road, an..."
Ashlee Adams
"Here is a restaurant that is busy and popular for many reasons.Having first opened in famous McKillop Street Melbourne Australia in 2007 it has..."
Christopher & Marian
"ame here for a few times over the past two years. Have tried chickrn wings entree and a few others (could not remember the names), pork belly dish,..."
One Full Spoon Of Sugar
"The first time I ever went to Red Spice Road, my mates raved on about the pork belly. I'm not a huge fan of pork belly normally but damnnn.... that..."
Fusspot Foodie
"I've been here a couple of times now and hasn't disappointed. We have come for the express lunch banquet which is a choice of this Appetiser & 3..."
Liam
"Walk in on new year eve and they got us a table without waiting:p My third time to return. Had their 7 course set menu ($89 with glass of wine) and..."
Sambuca Sam
"Ate here with my girlfriend and another couple. Location is hard to beat as it's only an 8 minute walk from Flinders street station. The staff were..."
Will Lacy
"Most dishes were outstanding. Tasty and generous servings for our group (we shared all dishes). Some dishes were not to our taste, particularly the..."
Bobby
"We went there for a Christmas lunch. Really loved the food and the ambience. For the price, considering the time of the year, the quality of the..."
Caroline Arman
"Chicken adobo – Filipino style chicken w/ soy, vinegar, black pepper, ginger & green onion. Massaman beef, potato & pineapple curry. Yellow noodle,..."
Michele Walton
"Earlier review affirmed, but the rating is increased to 4.5. This is superior modern Asian. Food, service, decor, price all good. A very well run..."
Two Sheds
"11 December 2016: 7 of us here celebrating a company's Christmas party. I was here for the first time. The atmosphere was great. The food good except..."
Bernard Choo
"Loved it. My partner and I are not big eaters and we didn't finish all our food. We had one small dish, two large + rice. Presentation was amazing,..."
Reviewer473638
"Came here for a work lunch, and we got to enjoy 10 different dishes as part of the banquet. Food was flavorful, fresh and delicious. My favorite was..."
Hilda Lee
"Large,busy place that caters very well for groups of varied sizes. Shared plates from a la carte or the various set menus $69/ $79/ $99 can be..."
Eat Drink Anon
"I think one of the biggest compliments you can give a restaurant is that it lives up to its hype. I've been to RSR a few times now and..."
The Unit
"Second sitting on a Friday night, showcase banquet selection for 14 people. The food was exquisite with stand out dishes Chiang Mai chicken & prawn..."
KM
"I was a bit underwhelmed the first time I came several years ago. Not much of the food jumped out at me as being mind-blowing. The flavours of dishes..."
Jimmy Chew Food
"Always great quality food. The flavors within the dishes are fresh and the food is a modern twist on Asian cuisine. Service is attentive and prompt...."
Dre
"I booked tickets to the Ultimate red dinner at Red Spice Road. The dinner was matched with Moo Brew beers. Every dish having a theme of red. The..."
Noah Esposito
"three of the most incredible floor length Bromley's i've ever seen. prawns in chilli jam were incredible. the lychee cocktail was also amazing. ..."
Row Shell
"I had a great Thai food experience here. It was a lovely restaurant with pretty nice ambience. I tried a couple of dishes with rice and also tried..."
AshwinKumar Ganesan
"Lunch on a beautiful spring sunday, was not that busy! Walk in and got a good table. Went for the basic banquet per person which included three mains..."
Ginelle
"The pork belly just won you 4.5 stars. WOW! WOW! WOW! I must say whenever I come to your restaurant I always order the pork belly. It is amazing and..."
S K
"Couldn't fault our experience at Red Spice Road. My wife and I went on Saturday evening and ordered the showcase banquet. I couldn't fault the food..."
Stuart Rooke
"Food was fantastic and generous. We had a set menu and it was an excellent selection. Beer and wine selection was perfect. Great location. We'll be..."
Grant
"Came here for lunch and ordered the Express Lunch Banquet menu. This menu changes frequently but we got the choice of 3 dishes from a selection of 5...."
Hunger Pains
"Love love love this place, the service and food are really good and I think the price are reasonable too for such quality food. Been here three times..."
Chilli_pepper
"This review is probably unnecessary as I'm sure everyone knows this place for their signature pork belly. I haven't had better pork belly anywhere..."
Emily Galati
"Great ambience, nice bar. The only thing was no air-conditioner during summer I remember. Service are great! Overall, food are tasty but presentation..."
Ray Wang
"I enjoyed a lovely evening here with friends. There was a group of about 15 of us and we shared the set tasting banquet. From start to finish it was..."
Izzy Wild
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JZY
"Have been here quite a few times with work. Really good vegan options which is refreshing for the CBD. The venue is really nice and the round tables..."
Nathan
"My partner and I have been here a few times, and it never disappoints. Our latest visit was a group booking with friends, the staff accommodated us..."
Lordkyleman
"We had a great experience of some of the best Asian influenced food Melbourne can offer. Not a cheap feast, but well worth the outlay. The decor is..."
Thomas Ulrich
"Lovely venue. The sharing concept is nice and food is well cooked. Service was not fantastic, but was still professional. We had an enjoyable evening..."
DRSSG
"I had the most fabulous meal here. Four of us shared three mains; the duck, the tofu, and the amazing pork belly. All were presented nicely and..."
Mo
"We came on a Saturday and ordered the $29.50 Express Banquet Lunch Menu (1 appetizer and 3 mains), more than enough for two to share and exceptional..."
M.
"Iv been here for work functions and loved the Food!!!! especially the Pork Belly! Its so good! The service is great! My only critic about..."
Emily R
"Came here Saturday night food was fantastic vibe was good cocktails tasty had the pork 5 stars right there had the barramundi so moist Had some..."
Jac The Eater
"Upon entering the restaurant, you can sense the mythical ambience of the Asian fusion culture. Decorated with red-colored lanterns, the restaurant's..."
Lost In Food
"My review is between a 3.5 -4.. what i loved was the pork belly - delicious!!! Unfortunately my hubby does not like coriander and it's difficult to..."
Yolanda Pantelios
"Fancy fast food! Awesome! Great value for money, friendly wait staff and quick delivery of food. Pork belly great! seems like they toned..."
Bbhood85
"Came here a couple weeks ago for a girls night out. Friendly staffs, however one of the waitress was a bit too pushy for re-ordering drinks. We still..."
A Black Sheep
"Food we had was incredible. We were all very satisfied with every dish. I especially love the fried tofu w/eggplant. The flavor and sauce is so..."
Live_in_melbourne
"I thoroughly enjoyed my dining experiences at Red Spice Road having tried their dinner banquets twice. I was quite pleased with the restaurant..."
Kell
"Dinner on a Saturday evening - ordered from the à la carte menu as I've been here many times before. Overall service was friendly and great,..."
Nourish Mi
"We ordered the $29.50 per person Express Lunch Banquet which included an appetiser, 3 mains and steamed rice. The servings were surprisingly generous..."
DAMMIT JANET I LOVE FOOD
"OMG. How good is this place. Service was just awesome and the food was even better. Pork belly and fish was amazing. A must visit if your in town...."
Luke Purcell
"Delicious food and generous servings which was good as the prices are slightly higher than your regular restaurant. The spinach, sesame and eggplant..."
Queen Of Food
"We came here randomly one Friday night because all of my previous restaurant choices were fully booked, and my gosh I'm glad I did! This place is..."
Kevin
"Must try : The pork belly and the lamb cury were perfectly cooked.The prawn spring rolls were above our expectation.Good restaurant for..."
Williams Alex
"Chicken adobo – Filipino style chicken w/ soy, vinegar, black pepper, ginger & green onion. Massaman beef, potato & pineapple curry. Yellow noodle,..."
Michele Walton
"We ordered some home delivery (sorry no pics) and enjoyed the prawn spring rolls, pork belly and the curry lamb. Pork belly was great as per usual...."
Generous Serve
"Food was ok, had higher expectations especially given its prices. Felt like they tried too hard on the flavours and overdid it. Definitely didn't get..."
DRJ
"Had a lovely lunch here on a Sunday afternoon. The venue looks amazing and there is heaps of space, but I'm still not surprised that it gets so..."
Kate Pollard
"Great share menu, come here with a group of friends 4-6 would be the best numbers and be sure to order the pork belly as well as the braised beef..."
Garth Christie
"I would come here again just for the pork belly. It is truly amazing. Lamb ribs are also great. Good cocktails and great atmosphere. Would give 5..."
La Fi
"Such a gorgeous atmospheric venue, I can see why they are so popular. The service is attentive but calm, the food is to die for. I recommend the pork..."
Aneta N
"Excellent food. Tried lunch for 2 people - good stuff . Famous pork belly is an absolute. Beef curry with potatoes were great too. Don't go for..."
DT
"DO: The famous pork belly - it's won so many awards and definitely lives up to all the hype. Also try the lamb ribs, the beef cheeks and the barra...."
David Food Leasing
"Love this place, have been here twice and both times the food amazing and the service outstanding. Whether it's for a girls night out or a romantic..."
Vallia Dahdouh Meseiha
"Came here last night with a group of four absolutely loved the place very busy restaurant Had the lamb ribs chicken wings cured salmon and bang..."
Jane
"A great Asian Fusian place for a lunch outing with a group of friends. Thoroughly enjoy the three mains, Pork Belly, Barramundi and beef dish. Have..."
Kpling
"Came here accidentally with colleagues from overseas. We got 5mains with rice. -Pork Belly -Lamb Ribs -Prawn Jungle Curry -Khao soi which is..."
Amid
"Solid south east Asian restaurant. Great for a group dinner or function. The lamb ribs and bang bang chicken are a couple of my favourites. Despite..."
Matt
"Good service and beautiful food. Can't complain. Love their pork belly! Will be nice to have more vegetarian options. Also a little pricy. I'll say..."
Xiaolu Helen Hu
"Yum. The food and service at red spice road is amazing. I was here a week ago,with a group of almost 30 ppl. I have food..."
Plummy Loves Yummy
"Beautiful dinner with family and friends of 5. Cured Salmon and Twice cooked lamb ribs for starters were delicious and started dinner off..."
Traceynn
"Great service. Excellent food. Must try the pork belly -super crispy and delicious. And also recommend the fish with all the gingery goodness. The ..."
The Munchkin
"Simply Devine , flavour then more flavour and then some more , service atmosphere and staff are impeccable , bring your own wheel barrow to carry..."
David Gray
"Never been here before but OMG the food is divine!! Service was fantastic,atmosphere was awesome all round good night. Table was ready and the wait..."
Dave Owen
"Really enjoy the food here, beside the famous pork belly, I just love the mushroom salad, I'd come back again and again each time I crave for that..."
TT
"The place that started my love affair with pork belly and today that dish is still just as special as it was the first time. The $36 banquet +..."
J0yy173
"Pretty good environment and nice staff here. We ordered a set including all appetizers, mains and desserts and the food can serve 2 to 3 people. I..."
Tiana
"What a delight.  I came here with my family to enjoy some good food. That's exactly what we got.  Good food and good service. As a..."
Experiencejoysoflife
"Beautiful! The ambience, service and food are all spectacular at Red Spice Road. The chilli caramel pork belly is SO good, cannot recommend it..."
Gemma
"Hate pork, cant stand it, however the pork belly here is simply amazing. Basically anyone who has ever been here talks about the pork belly. Price..."
Craig O'Brien
"Amazing cocktails and food. We were really happy with everything we ordered. Especially loved the red apple martini and pork beĺly. Will defintely..."
Jess Khan
"It's always a pleasant experience coming here.You can't come here and not try the pork belly! It is absolutely the best thing on the..."
Jas
"You can tell a place is good when you can't choose from their menu - everything just sound sooo good. I recommend going in groups to grab the sharing..."
Janel
"One of the best meals I've had in Melbourne. We didn't choose the banquet, we decided to pick our own mains and share. We ended..."
Allyroar
"That Pork Belly! I went here for my birthday and I absolutely loved the place. It had a classy but low key vibe, friendly staff and just amazing..."
BGfood
"Huge restaurant with plenty of seats and a lively atmosphere.  The pork belly is a MUST.  The sauce is sweet but the fresh zesty salad on top..."
Sammi C
"Had the pork belly and the eggplant, spinach, sesame dish which were good. I wished the pork belly was more tender and softer though. Otherwise the..."
LittleM
"Excellent food. If you love Thai/Vietnamese food you will love this place. And the service is great. When I'm back in Melbourne I'll definitely be..."
James Beeby
"Yum yum yum . Not heaps of vegetarian options but still an enjoyable meal. We had a party of 6 and everyone enjoyed the meals. Pretty much everything..."
Sonia Belle
"This restaurant was recommended to me by a local foodie and oh boy the food here blew my mind away! Remember if you can't afford anything in here..."
Steven
"Been many times and always happy with the food. Thai done right. Great location, great artwork, great service & great food. Thumbs up every time..."
Lloyd Abery
"Always get the pork belly. TASTEFood is always good-excellent. Pork belly is a must (the skin isn't always as crispy as I would like..."
I Like Food And Games
"You have to order the crispy roast pork when you're at Red Spice Road. This dish is one of the best in Melbourne and certainly delights everyone. So..."
Michelle Chen
"Oh my lord... the best pork belly, with an amazingly crunchy papaya salad was a great start to the dishes that followed. I have been back time and..."
Jonathan Mayes
"Delicious and plentiful. I would describe their dishes, even the small plates (entrees) as 'heavy' and very rich. Lots of protein, so unfortunately..."
P-mac
"Great atmosphere if your going with a big group of friends or going for a date. Food is ok, but I feel they tend to fry a lot of their dishes. But..."
KAG
"We like this rest but sometimes the food is overly sweet. We go perhaps once every couple of months and sometimes the food is consistent but..."
Askl
"Red Spice Road can often be perceived as a fine dining venue but when it comes to the express lunch banquet menu priced at $29.50 for an appetiser..."
Hashtag Blog
"We came here for dinner... Had the pork belly which was yum... The brisket noodles was full of flavour too the only downside was the fat left on the..."
Donna&Shane
"Amazing! Came here with a group of 5 and we ordered 4 small meals and 3 large meals. Best was the ocean trout and the lamb ribs. Pork belly was good..."
Kiffdcosta
"I went red spice road a few months ago but have returned this time with a review and photos!Great decor, table settings and friendly..."
Matty T
"Went to a birthday here with a very big group. The decor was neat and clean and staff very friendly. We had the set menu and we're all very full...."
Melli
"Service is always with a smile, they are super efficient, explain how the menu works and are super passionate about the food they serve. The food..."
Food For Thought
"I come here repeatedly for the beautiful pork belly served here! By far one of my favourite places to go to satisfy my pork belly cravings...."
Hillary Finds Food
"First post of 2016! And this review is from a few months back when I went out for dinner my family and friends who were sweet enough to visit me in..."
Natasha Juchkov (Culinary Runway)
"I don't think I have a bad thing to say about this place other than not being a huge fan of communal tables.The food is sensational - flavour..."
Melly Mac
"Before Mom and I went to see Cats, we had pre theatre lunch at the Red Spice Road. The food here is always decent and well done, even if the service..."
Sinfulorganiccook
"What a difference the seating time makes. Loved it the first time with a later seating, enjoyed the $79 menu, great dish after great dish. Pork..."
Foodie AC
"Bursting full of flavour, always busy, and so it should be with some of the most outgoing spicy dishes I've come across. Went here with a group of..."
Another1
"This branch has better taste compare to red spice road in cbd. Must try the pork belly in here! Any other foods are pretty standard..."
Darwin Tantra, TwoPaperPen
"Mckillop venue has to be one of the best dining spaces in Melbourne, very sheik and yet unpretentious.Service is always excellent (never..."
J Jones
"This place is the best the service awesome the food spectacular. Asian Fusion food at its best. Everything I have eaten here I have absolutely no..."
Madam Cranky Pants
"We came on a Friday night and immediately loved the vibe of the place. The community feel was great, being seated at the long semi circle communal..."
Amy
"Hands down the best pork belly in town. This place never disappoints. The chilli salt ribs are amazing and i could eat bucket load of them. Though i..."
Guardasemail
"In a media release on Friday 11 December, the team from Red Spice Road in Melbourne announced a temporary closure due to a fire that broke out during..."
Trading Plates
"Great food with amazing flavours. Very nice setup with very friendly and attentive staff. Food was delicious and the watermelon duck is a MUST HAVE..."
Steven Shipley
"AMAZING food. Definitely recommend this restaurant. Great atmosphere, attentive staff and sensational food. Braised lamb & the ribs were out of this..."
Lee Pownall
"Six of us had the lunch special (including 2 vegetarians). RSR has not lost its signature style when it comes to shared plates which pack a fresh,..."
Bronwyn
"Red Spice Road serves us some of the most amazing Asian cuisine I havr had in a very long time!The staff of full of professionalism and advise..."
Shannon Grant
"Came here for a $79 per person set menu. Overall was very pleased with every meal that came out. Both appetisers and entrees were spot on. The..."
E
"All things lovely here. Attentive friendly service . Absolutely amazing meals. The lunch deal on weekdays is worth every dollar. I'll go back for..."
Deborah Pacheco
"Went there for a friend's birthday thinking it was going to be a good experience judging by the reviews I read but boy I was wrong. I Expected an..."
Grace Lengkong
"A great option for Christmas parties/small group gatherings during the silly season. Brilliant banquets and of course, that pork belly. So much..."
The Other Jess Tuck
"This is a late review but I don't think that matters the flavours here are to die for I find myself craving that pork belly please don't ever take it..."
Mj
"I've been here many times before. Love the place. I've tried the following:1) betel leaf with chicken: refreshing and yummy with..."
Occasionalist
"Such amazing flavours! I loved the beetle leaf salmon and the sticky duck with watermelon. We had the banquet and actually everything was delicious...."
Jae Papalia
""Red spice road bringing Pork Belly to the people" This is the slogan I feel Red Spice Road should use in any sort of ad campaign! It is..."
Christine S
"Super tasty and generous portion.. I love the deco and ambience.. Excellent service and valuable dinner with entertainment card discount. I find some..."
J88
"Came here for the express lunch banquet menu on a weekend and the food was really delicious. We got the marinated chicken wings. Penang curry, pork..."
Kevin Jung Hak Yun
"Had the dinner tasting banquet. Everything was delicious. I swear they put drugs in that pork belly. I've been here three times now and..."
Sandy Pok
"Always one of our favourite Asian Reataurants. We love eating here.. The waiters and bar staff are always very professional and hospitable. The food..."
John Gardiner
"Only thing I can fault, is the seating. Chairs are extremely uncomfortable and other diners are sitting literally 30 cm away from you. However, the..."
Daniel
"When's very popular restaurant in CBD. Thai Asian style mix with Western. Like the vibes outdoor area, bar, nice interior. I try the Lunch Express..."
MelburneGirl
"We went out for dinner with another couple. They were raving about the place as we wandered through the city towards this restaurant.The..."
Nelly
"What does one say when confronted with a giant slab of perfectly cooked succulent pork belly... nom nom nom. *burp*. I have had my fair share of pig..."
Alex Simmons
"I have mixed feelings about this place. I have been here twice, once with friends and once for a date. Both times the food was really good but the..."
Reality
"Excellent experience last night at Red Spice Road. Very friendly staff and great food. The crispy lamb ribs were to die for! We also had the..."
Silvia
"There is no surprised the popularity of this restaurant! Fantastic ambience, the concept of sharing dishes and tables is a winner. Not too mention,..."
Gdkf
"Like most reviewers on here, the pork belly is out of this world. It was full of flavour and melted in your mouth. Another restaurant with great..."
Katrina
"Food was really good including the obligatory pork belly. We did discover the downfall of big shared tables when red wine was spilled on my son..."
NickR
"Came here for my birthday dinner, with high expectations, having been to Burma Lane and loved it. I was a bit disheartened to find masses of (very..."
Sam
"Delicious Thai fusion food! Most of their food is a little spicy but just the right amount of spice for me! Portions here are really big so I..."
Adriannalovesfood
"Been here a few times now. Amazing every time! Food is great, service consistently excellent. Really good cocktails. Try the cured snapper with..."
Hannah Stenton
"Yum😀. Delicious lunch. Definitely worth finding on McKillop street lane way! Try the smashed prawn + coconut beetle leaves & barramundi salad!..."
Vanessag
"I cannot fault this resturant, the service was professional yet friendly and very attentive. The food had so much flavour it was unbelievable! The..."
Laura Seymour
"This place is great for lunch and dinner, the food are amazing, so flavoursome with good serving portion. The waiting staff were attentive and the..."
Maggie Hunter
"Went for a friends birthday last month. Best pork belly i've ever had and the service was really good. Other dishes were nice as well. Would..."
Hao Wang
"The food here is lovely. We had the mid range set menu and every dish was full of flavour. Their signature dish of pork belly was stunning. Service..."
Sonya
"Absolutely love the pork belly here! Delicious :) all the dishes I ordered had heaps of flavour and would definitely be coming back..."
Angela Eats
"Always a pleasure to dine here. Excellent ambience, mood lighting. Cocktails and wine list brilliant. Above all service always perfect. Brilliant for..."
Uroldoc
"Came here on a whim without a reservation and fortunately was given a table for two! Lovely upbeat atmosphere, a little bit noisy but that's hardly..."
Teagan Fraser
"Ditto to pretty much what has already been said. Pork belly. It's uh-may-zing 🎶. I could just do the betel leaf entree, pork belly ands big bowl..."
Julian B Ho
"Food 3.5/5.  Service 3/5.  Ambiance 4/5.  Interesting place with interesting food.  Had 3 dishes which I shared with my friend.  A pork dish, a..."
Ashel Lehsa
"Had a great dinner here on Monday night. Loved the fitout and the food was amazing. I'm a huge fan of pork belly but unfortunately this was the one..."
Windsor Foodman
"One of my all time favourite restaurants. The food is sensational, easily a 10/10. The service is good, food well priced. The atmosphere is always..."
TheFitFoodie
"Love, love, love RSR! This is my go-to venue for a good feed and has a great atmosphere for special occasions (if you don't mind the communal..."
Stronglifther
"I have a tradition of going here for my birthday. Every time, I have about 20 people. The staff are lovely and always helpful and the food is always..."
Fainzee
"Well where to begin?Was here this evening for a goodbye meal with a colleague and luckily one of the others going suggested here. Finally..."
Beau James
"Red Spice I dream about your tender pork belly, for anyone who likes Asian fusion this restaurant is certainly is worth a try. Their tasting plates..."
Liz Kirkpatrick
"I've eaten here many times and consider the pork belly to be some of the best I've eaten. There's always a wide of other tasty dishes on the menu..."
Salono
"I came here due to the major hype and did not regret it one bit!The pork belly, as everyone would agree with me, is phenomenal! It didn't..."
Mai Lam
"Order the Pork BellyExpress lunch menu is awesome. Just remember to order the pork belly, as it is fantastic, as one of the options. The..."
Its All About The Food
"Red spice road has the most amazing pork belly! It's so good! They have a great lunch special too! Only $35 each! Cocktails and dessert were really..."
Heidi
"This is one for when your boss asks where you want to have your team lunch. It's pricey and it doesn't really have the atmosphere you'd want for an..."
Wasabiman
"McKillop Street is one of Melbournes many alleyways, parallel to Queen Street & Elizabeth Street and in between Bourke Street and Little Collins..."
KT
"Been here numerous times..best pork belly ever!!the vibe and service is awesome! One of the best modern Asian restaurants..."
Salil Ghag
"Went with the family, and loved it. Eggplant mapo is probably the best veg dish I've ever eaten. The duck red curry was also excellent. Only blemish..."
Venu
"Red Spice Road is a nice restaurant right downtown, I went with a group of about 8 people and we all had the banquet and one of our party has a lot..."
CoutureChef
"Excellent food, generous portion sizes and was very impressed with the sommelier's suggestion of a red wine to match with asian flavours. Had the..."
Worldismy0yster
"Very impressed with the food at Red Spice Road. Tried the Express Banquet Menu for $55 pp and it didn't disappoint. The Salmon Roe Croquette, Betal..."
Just Another Foodie
"We came here for the express banquet and absolutely loved it! My favourite was probably the pork belly, but their curry was absolutley delicious..."
Bowlie83
"Professional staff. Attentive service. Lunch banquet good value. Online booking is smooth. And oh yes, the best gosh darn pork belly in Melbourne..."
Daniel May
"Thinking about that pork belly... The place was pretty quiet the week night we came in and lucky for that as we didn't have booking. The atmosphere..."
Nola
"Red Spice Road is one of Melbourne’s many offerings of South-East Asian fusion. It’s largely influenced by Thai cuisine, with predominant..."
MyFoodBelly
"Just tremendous!. Have been to Red Spice Road often over last couple of years and has always just blown us away, food is superb, service impeccable,..."
Larry
"I love Red Spice Road. Pork belly of my..."
Saltedeggcustardbun
"I went for dinner at this place on last Sunday ; we ordered Pork belly, waygu beef stir fry and Barramundi; pork belly was amazing with nice Asian..."
Food Lover
"Amazing cocktails and superb food. Only just discovered here and the cocktails are just amazing and food was superb. The banquet definitely has heaps..."
Michaeldale
"Amazing dinner at Red Spice Road. Tonight I went to the McKillop St. Red Spice Road with my daughter. It's an absolutely beautiful restaurant with..."
Mawarmerah8
"LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE. I cant say enough good stuff about this place. I go as often as possible. The pork belly is the best in the whole entire..."
Stacey Feaver
"Must try the pork belly with apple slaw. Came here for lunch, not too busy on a Wednesday. The food was absolutely amazing – all of the dishes were..."
Chatnoirmiaow
"Nice food and great..."
Kane Chang
"Mouth watering !. I am still to taste a better pork belly dish than what they serve at Red Spice Road. Oh my goodness their food is to die for. It's..."
Elijah.ratwatte
"Came here for a work function and had the large banquet. Pork belly, ox cheek and pork bun were great. I don't know if I would come here if I paid..."
Out And About
"Pork belly!. We came to Red Spice Road for the first time with friends and were impressed with the vibe, food and service. We had two order two..."
Alicia
"Fantastic!. Had one large plate and two salads between the two of us, was plenty. Great food, great service, great atmosphere...."
Ryan Miranda
"We love it. Stir-fried Wagyu beef salad was a bit spicy but very tasty. Duck red curry was flawless but the Balinese fried snapper was a..."
Maung Maung Oo
"Impossible not to like the food.. Great for business lunches. We had the $36 per head express banquet. Food came out quickly and the service was..."
Anna
"Great set menu. I had a delightful dinner there with 8 others one busy Friday night - we all enjoyed it.We were accommodated with our own table,..."
Steve Gilchrist
"Drool worthy food but uncomfortable seating. In a nice restaurant it is important that you're comfortable while having a long nice dinner. The seats..."
Haversheim77
"The eggplant salad was delicious, the lamb shoulder literally melted in my mouth, and that pork belly, well words cannot describe how good it is. You..."
MelbourneVita
"I have been to Red Spice Road  n McKillop Street quite a few times and last night was the first time I have been back in nearly a year. It made me..."
Olivia Baillie
"...despite the high price, I definitely found it worth it. By the last round of mains (the infamous pork belly, which I will get to, was in the first..."
Mon's Adventure
"Thai-fusion seems to be a particularly popular cuisine in Melbourne. I didn’t get an opportunity to try the highly recommended Chin Chin, however..."
Jeannie Kang
"Embodying the community and the spirit of the family unit in Asia, Red Spice Road is a fun and modern take on casual, street-inspired food, with an..."
The Food Society
"...I happened to stumble across Red Spice Road – a unique South East Asian-style dining experience in the heart of Melbourne. And whilst boundless..."
Tickle My Tastebuds
"Red Spice Road is a lovely spacious restaurant, beautifully decorated with oriental ornaments. Seating is at communal tables, with the opportunity to..."
Flho
"Red Spice Road has two restaurants in Melbourne: one in QV and the one we visited, which was on McKillop St. The restaurant is divided into 4 public..."
Rumblingteddy
"The pork belly is perfectly crisp on the outside while the insides just melt in your..."
W
"Inevitably, comparisons will have to be made with other similar modern Asian players in the scene, especially with new kid on the block Chin..."
Amy W
"This is a photoview post (contains mostly photos only).Verdict: Great value banquets with the pork belly standing out yet again... one day I..."
Spoonfuls Of Wanderlust
"The remaining courses were good, but just a bit forgettable about the first two courses, so I am not going to even discuss..."
Emily Wilson
"I credit Red Spice Road for turning me on to pork belly. Having never had it before, I went to a friend’s birthday party there some years ago now..."
Cat
"Website How do they do it for the price? The lunch special at Red Spice Road is ridiculously good value. When you order the Mon-Fri Lunch banquet you..."
Dining Nirvana
"Red Spice Road is one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in Melbourne. This is classy South East Asian dining with chart topping dishes at a..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"The service was attentive. But not a ‘Flower Drum’ attentive – it was actually bordering on annoying. Our waitress wasn’t particularly..."
Pjh.
"I was really happy with the service at Red Spice Road. I was worried we might somehow be treated differently for coming in for the cheap dinner..."
Lunchosaurus
"On Friday we went out with some friends to this very trendy looking restaurant. From the moment you walk in the door you are welcomed by a large..."
Yasmin Safia Lennie
"...Betel leaf has a crunchy texture like crisp nori, and a sharp peppery taste. A win as an appetiser in my..."
Saki
"Would SO gladly come back here over and over again. IMHO, my experience here was WAY better than the one I had in Chin Chin or Longrain. Easy to..."
The Hungry Excavator
"Red Spice Road has the look of a den of..."
Plate Licker
"The beef slices were tender and cooked to perfection and was a stable counterpoint to the refreshing greens and..."
Sophie
"Friday nights should be about a good glass of wine, some great food and good friends! Red Spice Road is the perfect setting! Made for communal tables..."
FoodieAboutTown
"Hands down the best pork belly ever. Nice crisp crackling, soft tender pork meat, and an amazing concoction of sticky caramel, spicy chilli and sour..."
Jenster
"... pork belly, twice cooked and deep fried to yield a crispy exterior that gave way to insides so soft and caramelised that the fat practically..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"I would easily recommend it as a venue for group bookings and would say it is worthy of checking..."
Out Of My Kitchen
"...the lunch special is great value for money and would thoroughly recommend it to friends but only if we can come..."
Minda Barley
"After such a flavourful start to our meal, we eagerly awaited the next part of the banquet. Unfortunately for me, the rest of the meal… um…..."
Foodie Dreams
"Considering their excellent cuisine and relatively easy reservation system, Red Spice Road could have been one of my favourite restaurants in the..."
Angel Khong
"I've heard a lot about this place since my return from Viet Nam, but it's taken a year to finally visit it. A restaurant serving a South-East Asian..."
Cloudcontrol
"I like this place but the sweetness on some dishes needs to be dialed down a..."
Muse
"Needed more stomachs. Eve.... Needed more stomachs.Every appetiser was on point by the the time we had hit the mains and the famous pork..."
Daniel Coutts
"Words can't even describe!. Words can't even describe how fantastic of a dining experience I had here. Came in for my partner's birthday and we were..."
Carmenmoreiraaa
"Great food. Having been several times found the food consistent and sevice good. I'm sure many agree that the pork with caramel and apple slaw is a..."
M
"Slow kitchen, food was good though.. We booked the valentines dinner. It was a set menu and minimum fuss. We had to ask for water and our menu to..."
Mistermister
"A Curates Egg. Firstly I really liked the food. The barramundi was great the pork belly perhaps just a little bit too much. Betel leaves very..."
ChrisR
"It's ok. Dinner on the weekend was nice enough, not sure what all the fuss is about though as there wasn't The "WoW" factor we expected especially..."
Foodie1
"Great lunch and dinner fusion. Surely I'm not the only one to rave about the pork belly, crab betel leaves and lamb sticks. It's great value and..."
Ally
"Came here on a whim, left satisfied and impressed.. I visited here a couple of weeks back with a group of 6 others. We ordered the $55 banquet, the..."
Ash W
"Two thumbs up for the lamb ribs!. Nuff..."
FudieGudie
"Went there for dinner with my partner. Food was excellent and service equally as good. We will definitely be..."
Lone Ranger
"The food here is always amazing. The ribs are to die for however another reason we frequent this place is the cocktails however they have since been..."
Stace Bianca Lenthall
"Has never dissapointed. My partner and I have eaten here roughly 10 times, and every time it has been very, very tasty. Always good service, very..."
Caspar
"Love love love the food. Been here twice now, the food is amazing. Probably some of the best asian food I'v had in Melbourne. The tamarind chicken..."
Nethmi Perera
"Pork belly and lamb ribs. The Lamb ribs for entree and the pork belly for main are unbeatable, though you might want to walk home to burn a bit of it..."
Davine99
"Wear Loose Clothing!. I recently dined here (oct 16th 2014) and was not disappointed. Service was impeccable and food was great! I highly reccommend..."
Jessica Manz
"The pork belly !!!! Love it !!!. I went to this restaurant for dinner we were seated on share table which was bit uncomfortable. we had a pork belly..."
Manamanamix0910
"Sensational and great for vegans too. We had such an amazing experience at Red Spice Road to celebrate a special family occasion.It was just so..."
MissRuby
"Pork Belly with Apple Slaw, Chilli Caramel and Black Vinegar. Yum! Yum!..."
Simone.clancy
"Most Amazing Pork Belly in Melbourne !! No One Can Beat It. PORK BELLY..."
Love For Food Girl
"Absolutely one of my favorite restaurants in Melbourne. Great service. Great food. Pork Belly is the best in..."
Ltal
"Great experience, wonderful food.. Visiting from Texas the restaurant was recommended by a friend and we absolutely loved the food and experience. We..."
Amarlb
"Well best thing about this place was definitely the ambience, presentation, service. Food is good, not rememberable (mains). entrees though must try..."
MYNAMEISSAM
"Delayed but Delicious!. So we finally went for a dinner to the Red Spice Road after ages of wanting to go there since we had heard such great things..."
Mommyinmelbourne
"Love it!. I love this place. It is one of my favourites. I have been there about three times now and I have enjoyed it every time. The atmosphere is..."
Sonia_jit
"Pork belly heaven. Enticed by how affordable the express banquet is compared to the normal menu, I tried the Xinjiang lamb, chicken and pork belly...."
Esther
"Delicious food and generous portions. Both the rabbit and chicken were superbly cooked. You can't get a table for two so had to sit in a long table..."
Musafir
"Mmm. Great hidden restaurant. Some great dishes well worth the go! I wouldn't suggest the curry but basically everything else I ate on the banquet I..."
Rebecca Borg
"Can't wait to go back. Had the banquet menu with a group of friends and it was all amazing. Yes even that pork belly, the best thing on the menu. All..."
Kathryn
"Pork belly - YUM. Although I wasn't a big fan of the communal dining (me and my partner came here for our anniversary dinner and had to share a table..."
Chrissy
"Great food, great atmosphere. Tried this place based on a recommendation and loved it. The pork belly was simply amazing. will definitely be coming..."
Darrenlim0008
"Excellent experience as always. Ordered the beef larb, green chicken curry and pork belly with apple slaw.My favourite was the pork belly...."
Amelia Li
"Asian Wow. It's up a lane way so you won't know it's there unless you track it down. If you book early they do like the table back after a couple of..."
Pepe Sierra
"We had dinner here last night. The service was outstanding. Our waiter was a New Zealand guy very friendly and attentive. The food was good. Scallop..."
Sinead Byrne
"Superb. Went for Mother's Day lunch and will definitely be..."
Julie
"Amazing food. The food there is really delicious. Dishes around $36 but Man you known what you pay for!..."
John Smith
"Fantastic! Been meaning to try red spice rd for ages and will def be back. Every dish on the banquet was fantastic with the pork belly knocking it..."
Nathan Gurarie
"We dined here last night and all we can say is WOW! The atmosphere and decor set the mood for a funky yet sophisticated night. We had the $69 banquet..."
ChrisAndBel
"Love love love this place. Food is amazing been a few times for lunch and dinner. The lunch price is excellent value would highly recommend. Can not..."
Kyriacoum
"Not to usual standard. I find it very hard to portray negative comments regarding Red Spice Road as it is one of our favourite restaurants. Holds..."
MelbourneHunger
"Best pork bely. Best pork belly i've ever hadwill go back again and..."
Aa
"Good dining experience. The banquet is a great way to have a variety of dishes, between two of us there was so much food! We couldn't get through all..."
Bopnbeep
"Delightful food and fantastic atmosphere. Not one for reviews, this one was worth a mention! I have recently visited Red Spice Road, the QV..."
Patrick Geoghegan
"Interesting. Liked the food here. The prawns on beettle leaves and scallops as entrees were really good. I chose the prawns with beans as I dont eat..."
Carolyn Pitt
"Always delivers. Visited Red Spice Road recently and again was not let down. Staff were friendly and fun as usual and couldn't do enough for..."
MayorOfSouthbank
"Whow. What a great place four of us went there,had the ribs which were fantastic, and beef cheeks fantastic ,and the pork belly just amazing,stools..."
Michael Anthony Pagonis
"Great meal, great atmosphere, banquet was great value considering the quality and amount of food. Will definitely..."
Pete
"Great value and food!. Came here for my birthday and it was very enjoyable! We had the express banquet and were very satisfied, especially for the..."
AH
"There is only one reason to come to this restaraunt PORK BELLY!!! all other dishes are only average, that being said it is still one of my favorites,..."
Professor Pig
"Loved this, a very Longgrain vibe with the food still Thai inspired but leaning more to the freshness of Viet. We had a banquet. It was epic...."
Curlsaugogo
"A favourite of mine. Atmosphere is always great, service quick. Banquet ( with pork belly) is a highlight. They should provide more rice..."
AaronN
"Yum yum and yum!!!. I've been here several times and every single time i go its amazing. The staff are great, drinks are great and the food is..."
Lchon8
"Trustworthy Food. Red Spice Road constitantly delivers delicious, LARGE meals. They are so generous with their portion sizes and the depth of flavour..."
Nikkipudney
"Love love love Red Spice Road.Decor is great, staff and service is always good, nice ambience and always full. Food is lovely, try the banquets...."
Ainsa
"Yum spice road! The ambience and decor is fusion style Chinese and the food is Yumtastic! We had about 8 dishes and all were super yummy with dish of..."
J
"Great food and restaurant. Beautiful food and ambience at Red Spice Road. The pork belly is to die for! Red Spice Road never..."
Delishme
"7/10. The atmosphere and decor is great. Food was just ok but I love the pork belly with apple..."
Caressshie
"Impressive set up and great atmosphere, yummy food too. Had beef cheeks which I highly recommend and barramundi which was also very nice. Served..."
Littleguy11
"Great Food,. Been several times here, repeatable as the food is delcious. The banquet meal (non-express) is a mix of good food and great food, so..."
Travman
"Staff could improve on their service. The food was nice. Value not too bad either. Worth a try if you are in the..."
Ty Krusen
"Great food - subtle flavours. We ate here two days after eating at Chin Chin. Which is the better of the two, depends on how you like your Asian..."
Redgoat
"Perfect evening!. We came here to celebrate my daughter's VCE results and were blown away by both the food and service. The $79 banquet option was..."
Anne.mccoy
"RSR could be described as organised chaos, but what divine chaos it is. The service is a cut above and the food coming off the pass here is nothing..."
Iceman
"Great place for a reasonably priced, casual, shared lunch. The place is always..."
Nicholas Dircks
"Liked it. The food is good, definitely value for money re: price of dishes in comparison to size. The staff are run off their feet but attentive and..."
Melbournemelbourne92
"Delish. Had lunch here. Pork Belly with Chill, Apple Slaw is sooooo good, a must try.pork belly is fatty while crispy outside, tender inside, the..."
Xili
"I've been to Red Spice Rd a few times & it lived up to expectations again tonight! The lamb ribs, pork belly & crispy duck were all..."
Matt
"Beautiful food! Very impressed! Expensive but worth it. Staff are ok, waiter was a bit cocky and didn't write our order down and forgot our scallops..."
Liz
"Satisfied my every taste bud. My daughter gave me a gift card for my Birthday, we decided to try it out. We ordered the $65 banquet. The first 3..."
Lisa Chiu
"The best restaurant you could take a loved one. This is the place to show off to your friends and family. The food is DIVINE and the service..."
Janineskyer
"Pricey but awesome. Amazing food, great atmosphere. Pork Belly is the best i've had (don't tell..."
Dash_169
"Great Ambience and Delicious Food. It such a cool place to eat ! Pork Belly is definitely the one to go. It is much better than the QV branch! Go..."
Detben
"Fab modern asian food!!. This place exceeded our expectations, porbably because of two reasons 1. we ate during the week and the place was half..."
SazRaz
"Noisy Cosy and spicy. Very interesting first experience of shoulder to shoulder communal dining but the food was fantastic. Would love to experience..."
Dottore Vince
"The service was really good and the food was pretty good. Loved the chicken salad but the prawn curry was boring. Hated the stupid high..."
Lellett
"Amazing service!. Absolutely amazing service from all the staff! Very knowledgeable of all their dishes and drinks. The food was served quick, and..."
Tweedle.dee
"Great for Group Dining, good value and good food. After seeing a few reviews here I believe your experience at Red Spice Road depends on what you are..."
Jbomb
"One of my all time favourites. Excellent service, very accommodating. Absolutely delightful staff. Now the food - it's all so yum! We dined tonight..."
Redcat
"Love love love!. Amazing food, amazing atmosphere, amazing..."
J
"Beautiful Flavours. This is my very first Urbanspoon review. After reading a few negative reviews recently i was a little apprehansive about Red..."
Moose
"Enjoyable lunch with friends. Enjoyed a terrific birthday lunch with friends but with only one waiter for the large groups It was a little slow...."
Tonyam11
"Amazing banquet, finished too soon though! If it's your first time, try one of the two banquets, you won't regret it. Service is brilliant, and I..."
Leatherface
"Absolutely love this place. The food is exquisite and have often taken guests here who have also enjoyed it. Staff are friendly and very helpful. The..."
Deelight
"Bday dinner. The lamb ribs were delicious, the desserts were beautiful. Great ambience and good..."
Nicole Pritchard
"Perfect evening - left feeling good. As a returning customer it was nice to see the staff service/welcoming has improved. The waiters and waitresses..."
Havachatkiwi
"Thrice cooked pork- yes. Well, it depends what you're after but if you want clean asian fusion this is a good choice. Had a few banquets and..."
Bill Cosby
"Great atmosphere, yummy cocktails and the best park belly..."
Lily
"I loved going back for dinner to share the pork belly dish with my husband, and it was just as good the second time. The food is sensational and not..."
Coffee Lover
"Just as good as advertised, unbelievably tasty food with generous servings and a great beer selection. Cool set-up using communal tables too. Well..."
Fab Melican
"Always a great experience. We had dinner for four here Wednesday night and it had been a few months since our last visit. Every time we go back we..."
Brad
"Pork Belly yummy. Always enjoy the food here but please bring back the Pandan..."
Thewifey_07
"Great service. Great atmosphere. Delicious food. Tasty drinks. Among Melbournes best. A..."
Vegemite Girl
"Superb..... Loved it. Food perfect. All dishes cooked traditionally on the bone. Deserts sumptuous. Expensive but worth it, the quality was..."
Barbara
"Lamb ribs and pork belly - awesome. Will be..."
Michael
"Pork belly in my belly :). Booked a table here on a Saturday night for dinner ordered an entree and two mains to share (pork belly & duck). Pork..."
Jo Shmo
"Wonderful tasty food, portion sizes extremely generous. Great..."
Krishna Brannigan
"Fantastic! What can I say... We had the banquet and it was amazing. Pork belly lived up to expectations but everything was just perfect. The staff..."
Eat_drink_melbs
"Fabulous pork..."
Heathcliff
"Quite nice. Had the $75 banquet, and was a little disappointed, loved parts not so much others. The pork belly and lamb ribs are stand outs, however..."
Belly On
"Great food but less upselling please. I have been to Red Spice Road many times and find the food never dissapoints! The Pork Belly and Betel leaf are..."
Melinda Le
"First time here and it was nice. Food was yummy and fresh. Not enough non-spicy options. Even though the waitress told us the corn fritters were not..."
Hungry Cat
"Amazing food and great service! If you're looking for a great Western take on Asian food then look no further...."
J-love
"Delicious!. Went for the first time and had the 5 course express banquet. Serving sizes were generous. We all loved the food and service was pretty..."
Karen
"The pork belly is amazing!! Apart from that, I don't see why there is so much hype around this..."
FoodHunter
"I love everything about this restaurant, from the amazing service to the unbelievable food, it's simply faultless! The service is great, the..."
Melbourne_Foodie
"Great Martini. I just stopped for a drink at the bar. Nice staff great..."
Neil Tambourine
"Great birthday dinner!. Had a birthday dinner at Red Spice Road with my relative last night and it was brilliant.The decor was excellent - there..."
Sian Bo
"Get the banquet!. Have been here several times and love it. the pork belly is my favourite, we order this every time! the banquet is fantastic - I..."
Pnb
"Ticks all the boxes.. Been here about 5 times in the past two years, which is a lot when there are so many wonderful options out there in..."
Shazmoo
"Early bird banquet special $25 per person is a great deal! Tip: if u are going in a bigger group and wish to try all the varieties, make separate..."
Roslyn Foo
"Best Pork Belly dish in town. It's the best Pork Belly dish I've ever eaten. Have been there several times and every time, the dish is consistently..."
Jo
"Go with the Banquets.... We arrived for an 8:30 booking for 7 people and were seated at the communal table in the main dining area. This concept..."
Ruby-Jean
"As good as it was 3 years ago!4 of us pre-booked on a Sat night at 8.30pm so had table all night (earlier reservations have to leave for 2nd..."
Food Lover
"My husband and I dined here for the first time last night. Service was speedy and the food was amazing- we ordered the banquet.Don't be put off..."
Mrs Kruegs
"Good food,vibe n waiter... Really good food, good vibe, and i forgot to present my entertainment gold card when about to pay. after pay n just..."
I Am Starving
"Delicious South-East Asian cusine. Amazing banquet, great atmosphere and mouth-watering food.Definitely coming..."
Tina
"Amazing Food. I love the food and atmosphere at Red Spice Road. having dined here twice now I love the flavour, I love how items are cooked and the..."
Amelia
"Hit and miss. Firstly, I enjoyed the fact you can book at Red Spice Road, and I also really liked the ambience of the restaurant. In terms of the..."
Julia Eats Melbourne
"Good food, service a bit average. Been here a few times, although the food is good, the service was a bit average on our last..."
Stuck In Transit
"Lacking punch. As soon as I walked in the door I really wanted to like this place. Fantastic space and decor, like the communal seating idea, hip..."
Richard
"We ordered the banquet and food and service were both great. The only comment was there were just too much food! Lucky dessert was a nice light..."
Poohbear
"Have been several times including the function room, great menu, delicate to big bold flavours, good value, will be..."
Graeme
"Good fusion of ingredients. Decor is different with the big long tables. communal eating isn't for everyone and isn't for every occasion but..."
Munchinmelbourne
"Lunch banquet. Always good flavor and..."
Foodandwinefan
"Good business lunch, but slipping a bit?. $25/head for the 3 course 'banquet' menu was good value and very tasty. Initially one of the dishes served..."
Ingmar W
"Excellent!. Loved the banquet we had here, perfect blend of flavours! Our waiter was excellent, provided great service all night. One of my friends..."
Nicole Findlay
"Road to success. Everytime we've been here the food (a la carte and banquet) and service has been great. Good drinks menu. I felt sorry for my guest..."
Chips_Dumplings
"What a great place. Excellent food, excellent service, excellent atmosphere. Worth every..."
Grembetz
"Best pork belly in Melbourne!!! The lunch special is the best..."
Blake
"Pork Belly is a Must. The price is a little at the upper end but the food is well worth it. Service was okay. Recommend this..."
Minny
"Pork belly. Twice cooked lamb. Enough..."
Liadia
"I will attack people to secure my twice cooked lamb ribs. I am serious. I will like freak out and start flailing a knife around the room if you take..."
Daniel Peacock
"Very nice food, excellent pork belly. We had the $75 banquet option. They didn't cater for my allergy though, when I asked if the tofu dish could be..."
Helen Walker
"I like it but I don't LOVE it. I've been to RSR twice now. Both times the food was good and the service as it should be. I like it and would never..."
PoleDancer
"Go for lunch, banquet option.. Entree and 3 mains.. $25 amazing!Must have the pork belly, hands down best I have ever..."
Carrie
"Road to ravishing food. This place is a regular of mine when I want to sit and catch up with friends. The banquet gives you a taste of the best..."
Hungry Princess
"Love the lamb ribs and the pork belly. Staff very friendly but service can be a bit slow but this place is always full and very lively. And they take..."
Shaneo
"Went there for a quick lunch before heading somewhere. Found out that their express banquet for two was amazing. Amazingly easy to choose, amazingly..."
Ezio Hungary
"Enjoyable lunch. Tried out the lunch banquet for two whereby you get to pick three mains out of five. The food was good, especially the pork belly...."
Tibbar0606
"Love, love, love this place. The pork belly and the massaman lamb curry are to die for, in particular the pork belly. The express lunches are great..."
Moose
"Banquet Lunch. Possibly the best asian restaurant I've been too ever. The pork belly was simply fantastic, as was the lamb ribs. Service was pretty..."
TheEnforcer
"$ 25 lunch special is amaz value for such great food..."
JBabs
"This is an unusually large restaurant in the heart of the CBD on a picturesque lane. The staff went well out of their way to make sure we were happy..."
Jed K
"Value banquet. Great value on the banquet for early bird diners. Our group of 5 diners opted for the $30 for 5 dishes option. Most notable, the stand..."
WSW
"Great food, nice environment and the lunch menu is very good value at just $25 per..."
Melissa
"Incredible. There is only one thig to say....Pork Belly....enough..."
Chris Gulliver
"Good business lunch. The lunch banquet is very good value and although the food is not traditional Thai, it is tasty. It is popular with locals as it..."
Tiges
"$65 banquet is great.. Enough food to fill your belly for the whole night and next day!!! Pork belly was the favorite!! Cocktails were very yummy!!!..."
Cathy-Baldwin83
"Best pork belly ever! Duck curry was beautiful with delicate flavored, so well cooked! Desserts are a must try.. Mousse with Chocolate, mint and..."
Rupina Singh
"PORK BELLY WITH CHILLI CARAMEL!!!!. This dish is to die for!! It is the best pork belly I have ever had and I have had it many many times. It never..."
Brad70
"Big value banquet. Reckon Red Spice Road has the best value business lunch deal around. Especially if you have to go back to work (ie, wine..."
Missdelish
"Amazing food. The pork belly was sensational, as was the lamb shoulder. We finished with the choc, chilli & mint parfait with salted caramel nuts and..."
Patsy
"Great for vegos too. Very chique interior, lovely staff, quick service, great food (had the tofu dishes) and it was delicious! Not to mention the..."
Megs Maskikar
"The best. Make sure you oder the banquet, SO WORTH IT. And the $7 Watermelon topped with Sticky Pork, Peanut and Prawn Relish is delicious as well as..."
Imogen
"Brought here for my dinner and we had the ribs and scallops to start- both delicious although the scallops were a tad on the spicy side and beef..."
DB4SB
"The was my fourth time to rsr and once again it didn't disappoint! The banquet was beautiful - and ic course the pork belly was divine!!' great place..."
The Famished Fork
"Outstanding!! We had a banquet for two, and the food was simply delicious (the pork belly is a must!) :-) the communal dining setup makes for a great..."
Megan
"It is the BEST Thai restaurant ever! We go atleast x1 a month! The best menu are the Twice cooked lamb ribs and the pork belly... It's simply..."
Imagonna Eat
"Amazing as always. Ribs pork belly and short rib curry... World..."
Birdman
"Greatest value for money in melbourne. We had lunch on Saturday - banquet for 2 for $25 each. 3 fabulous, flavourful mains to share - delicious and..."
Sandra
"I went there for a work function and we had one of there function rooms. Loved the decor and set up in general and the food was to die for! I had a..."
Fun And Shenanigans
"Delicious! The service was really great, attentive and polite. The food was fantastic. We had 5 dishes to share between 8 ladies, and it was just the..."
Tessthetaster
"Red spice ago go. Banquet no. 2 was outstanding. Food exceded expectations both in terms of quality and quantity. Unfortunately front of house let..."
Sara Thomson
"Great to team lunches. Have come here many times with various teams I work with and the food is great, good for sharing and everyone enjoys it and..."
Rado
"Tasty and well-priced!. Came here for a celebration dinner with my partner the other night and ordered banquet #2 so that we could try the famed pork..."
Sue
"Great Banquet. The banquet is great and the service is quick and efficient! Definitely will be going..."
Ava
"Don't get the $55 banquet. Two main dishes out of the four r heavily fried (being the tofu n chicken dishes) They were nowhere as nice as b4...."
Lulumama
"Delicious food but not a great layout. Its hard to chat on a large shared table. But the soft shell crab was yummy and oysters fresh. the goat was..."
Dee
"Amazing fried tofu; loved the corn cakes too! Great atmosphere, prompt & professional service. Will definitely be coming back..."
Tardar Sauce
"Although I liked RSR, it doesn't compare to some it's closets rivals. Service was disappointing, I suppose that's what you get for a restaurant that..."
Dianne Arstall
"Will surely return!. Concur with others, pork belly is amazingly good! Ambience is more for friends (dark, music etc) - not suitable for..."
Foodie
"Had the early bird cheapskate banquet with workmates after work. After some skepticism when reading the menu all five dishes were really, really good..."
Gotham
"Yum yum yum, fast service, excellent mocktails and priced very well!!! Had the quail and pork belly highly..."
Donna
"Pork Belly every time!. This has to be one of, if not my favourite restaurant in Melbourne. The first time I went I did not know what to expect,..."
Nicki
"Absolutely delicious food, great location and great menu! The ambience was perfect, I recommend this restaurant to anyone thats will appreciate fine..."
Davide Andreotti
"Delightful. Yummy Yummy YummyGreat food....Pork Belly was my..."
Dani
"Pork belly. Yes, the pork belly is really good. It has a great balance between the salty skin and the sweet (mirin based?) marinate. I really only..."
Frog
"Gimme more. Had a very enjoyable evening at Red Spice Road! It was my first time there but pretty sure it wasn't the last. Heaps of vegan and gf..."
Daniel
"Had a fantastic experience at rsr. The dishes were nothing short of exceptional. The service was great. Will certainly..."
Hungry Dave
"Worth stepping up from the usual china town cheapo banquet for a change. I brought my husband and in-laws here on Friday night after a recommendation..."
Daria Taafe
"Thanks for a great function!. Last Thursday night we hosted a function for around 80 people from interstate and overseas at RSR. You never fail..."
Glenn
"Red Spice Surprise. Love this place....fantastic modern Thai flavours and the lunch banquet is terrific value, loads of food and quick service. Have..."
BellaItalia
"Don't miss the pork belly!. This place has an amazing atmosphere. The food is of the shared variety, however you will not leave hungry.I highly..."
M.T Wentz
"Really ambient place, has real feeling.. Had the banquet that was, good, but..... I've had better.. The place was pumped up to me, and I don't think..."
M
"The decor, feel, design and service at this place are out of this world! The food is somehow even better and the pork belly and lamb ribs are some of..."
Beanmeister
"Great atmosphere, Great honest waiter, who actually gives his own personal opinions on food choices, Service was not 100%, but still good. Jungle..."
Speccy
"Amazing pork belly. Lunch banquet deal is fantastic. Will be..."
Candice
"Very happy with my experience. I had the $45 lunch banquet with a large group of friends and everyone was impressed by the variety of food,..."
Tahli Langdon
"Mixed experience. Food: blue eye was excellent; soft shell crab was unpleasant; pork belly, while tasty, was fried to within an inch of its life &..."
Cuptart
"East meets west. Fabulous food in a beautifully decorated room. Every dish a winner. Staff very efficient but not..."
HungryBeavers
"Really good Thai food, the crab is really good. You get kicked out after your meal so they can set the table for the next..."
Mag
"Came here for a team lunch from work. It was ideal, service was attentive, food was tasty and plentiful! We had the banquet which was great value...."
Melissa
"(5/5) Great food, great service, awesome time!. We have come here many times and will definitely return many times more. Nice contemporary place with..."
Michelle Young
"Tasty, good value. friendly service. We went for dinner on a Saturday night and it didnt disappoint. We had both betel leaves on the menu to start..."
Charlotteharris
"Great pork belly as per all the other reviews. We also had soft shell crab with snake beans and wagyu beef noodles...although nice, I found those..."
Giang Pham
"Been there few times the pork belly and the lamb ribs were the best, but the chicken dish abit bland,the service good.. Will be..."
Foodandwinelover
"Love love love, we had dinner here about 6 weeks ago. The pork belly is really good and they also do a great deal from Monday to Friday between 5 to..."
Dublinese
"Great Experience!. Beautiful food and great service. I really enjoyed the concept of the communal dining tables. We ventured here as part of the MFWF..."
Leanne Haythorpe
"Great Place. Fabulous food and catered really well to my food intolerance. Excited to go back again.Only slight problem with the servers as I..."
Marika Silwedel
"Sticky pork is amazing!. Have heard of RSR but never tried it despite having a big love for SEA cuisine. Finally tried it during the MFWF Restaurant..."
Lizzee
"Best Thai!!. It may not be authentic thai but the flavours are amazing. Don't expect pad thai. Must try the lamb ribs and the Barramundi. And the..."
Karen
"Great dining experience, great service and the food was amazing (try the pork belly!) Banquet for lunch was very reasonably priced. Highly..."
Steve R
"Red Spice is very nice!. We had the lunch banquet which was $25 for an appetizer and 3 courses to share. Food was excellent, service was also great...."
Grace Giuliano Mottram
"..yum.... Serves up a very very good Pork..."
Bluecat
"The best pork belly in town! I came back 3 times for them. I think i cant just get enough of..."
Dee2gal
"Modern Infused Thai. Well, at the risk of saying this and getting outted, there isn't alot of places in Melbourne that focus on good Thai food. There..."
FinandHeidi
"8 of us booked for Friday night dinner. It was a good night! We had the banquet #2 $65pp. LOVE THE PORK BELLY. they also have vegetarian..."
Nene
"Will be coming back for more!. Been here three times, so you probably now I'm not gonna bag this place. I always leave full and satisfied. My..."
Jenny
"A road worth travelling. Excellent ~ Great ambience, great food & great service ~ What a terrific dinning pleasure. The food, especially the curry is..."
Droidster
"The chow can be a bit rich and meaty but in small doses it-is-the-shit! Paired with a jug of easy drinking nectar, my lady and I always leave full as..."
Shredder
"Get the pork belly! Seriously the best pork belly ever. Lamb ribs are also amazingly succulent. Nice..."
Megan
"Not Too Bad!. Had Dinner on Saturday night, was relatively happy with the overall night.Great Decor, excellent service. Wine selection was..."
Jason
"Awesome Red Spice Road... If you want a inventive meal then red spice road is that place. Mainly the place for the 20s and 30s but still great for us..."
Dan
"I along with a group of friends ate at Red Spice road on new years eve and the food was spectacular. We have a set menu with shared buffet style..."
April P
"Lunch extravaganza. The lunch banquet is excellent value and it's true what has been said about the pork belly. Best ever. Slick service and you can..."
Cheezels
"Service was a bit slow (took half an hour to get our first beer). Air con was too warm. Food was absolutely delicious - pork belly and lime cured..."
Dave Keast
"This is one of my favourite spots for a weekday lunch. The food is simply Devine and the service quick and professional. My gripes would be the..."
CheerUp
"Really enjoyed it.. Went with group from work and really enjoyed it.plenty of food - almost too much, and just the right waiting service...."
Liz50
"Nice selection of drinks. food is above average, but not too amazing. pork belly is quite good, soft shell crab/chicken salad are..."
Kenny
"The salt and pepper tofu was unbelievable! A very happy..."
Sheridan Smith
"Awesome. The lunch banquet is really special. It is such good value and so incredibly satisfying. They always have pork belly on the menu even though..."
Dr MS
"Loved the ambience. Loved the food. We went for the Banquet 2 which was $65 per person and it was so much food between the 3 of us. Every dish was..."
Big Eyes For A Big Tummy
"I agree. I just scrolled down the page looking for a negative review. It took a while, and all i found was someone calling Red Spice Road expensive,..."
C M
"Tasty and fun but not nearly as good as a simple tasty Asian place without the fancy looks. Some people love fancy. They should go here and pay too..."
John Carver
"Don't like the communal seating but the pork belly is a dish, moment and experience of utter brilliance that you will never forget. True flavors that..."
Zoki
"Had the banquet menu 2. Entrees were great, particularly the lamb ribs, yum! Pork belly and it's chilli caramel sauce was to die for and juicy beef..."
MerriRob
"Best pork belly I have ever had. Beautiful atmosphere &..."
PippyCookes
"Atmosphere. The atmosphere is just as good as the food, if not better.We were treated very well from a lovely waitress, our banquet was superb...."
Sniffurny
"Good Food. The food is very food, interesting Asian food. The cocktail list is good, although the bar service is a little relaxed.The decor is..."
Lucie
"Lamb ribs are yum. I was recently here for a party banquet. Food was served reasonably quick and in succession. Best dish of the day would..."
Anthony
"Reasonable food and good portion sizes (we came at lunchtime and had the lunch special). The flavours however were only so-so and didn't live up to..."
Olivia Stiles
"Delicious. The ambiance is sensational, especially like the communal dining. I think it is very different. The service is absolutely at the highest..."
Leesh.a
"I love this place. We regularly eat at Red Spice Road for lunch. Great service and the food is fantastic. Amazing..."
Carolyn
"Third visit to Red Spice Road tonight and third enjoyable meal. We had cocktails to start, the $25 early dinner banquet - chicken on betel leaves,..."
Mishie-lah
"Tasty but overdone. Good tasting food and nice decor but one of the dishes was a bit too salty. They tend to put too much flavouring to make their..."
Josiah
"I was really looking forward to dining at Red Silk Road. Came in for dinner on Saturday night and sat at the communial tables and the service is..."
T Lee
"Great food and atmosphere -asian eclectic - though you are paying for..."
James Horton
"The corn fritters and doughnuts are delicious. The starters and desserts were amazing! And the staff were great with dietary needs.We..."
Matthew Harvey
"Great food and service! Loved the lamb ribs to start..."
Tara Jones
"Great for a group setting. Food is..."
Chowdown
"OMG. This place has if all, love the large tables. Food was so fresh and nice fresh simple flavours. What a beautiful..."
May
"Road to well cooked meat. Red Spice Road = modern and chic asian dining. These two words you don't normally associate with asian food however, the..."
Purple Bear
"Small child on red cordial. Weeks and weeks before leaving for Melbourne, the thought of returning to Red Spice Road made the world a better place...."
Koncerned For Good Food
"Fantastic but skimpy with the banquets. As a large group we ordered a banquet, it was filled with absolutely delicious food and the wine was good...."
Ashecorven
"Good but not great. Due to the popularity of this place, we (group of 5) could only get in for a 6pm-8pm sitting, and even at 6pm the restaurant..."
Chaw Dropper
"Get some pork on your fork. Yes, it's all about the pork here. Our small group had the smaller banquet for lunch. The pork belly was terrific...."
Ingmar Wahlqvist
"Stick to what they do best. Although I've been to Red Spice a few times before, and I still do give them the "like" button, tonight's dinner was a..."
Albo
"The pork belly is amazing!. Having only been here for drinks on a Friday night, I have always wanted to come back to try the food I've heard so much..."
Clujen
"Best Pork Belly In Town. Red Spice Road looks posh, modern, still quite comfortable and the prices are quite moderate. There are set prices for..."
Fabs
"This place is a must!! Fantastic place for dinner or lunch, it's a great spin on modern Japanese/Thai. The lamb ribs, pork bell, slow cooked beef,..."
Daniela
"The pork belly is good, service is good as well. Overall - nice and enjoyable..."
Mav
"Great pork belly and lamb ribs. Delicious food and great atmosphere. The tables were long and communal style but that wasn't a problem at all. They..."
SP
"The pork dish is too die for..."
Sangee Food Love
"Worth the journey. Have been to Red Spice Rd 5-6 times.Never been disappointed.Its a big bustling restaurant that delivers good food...."
Gracefully Grazing...
"Melt in your mouth pork belly. Unbelievable pork belly hitting the right balance of Asian flavours. The starter betel leaf is almost as good as..."
M
"Delicious food and beautiful interior but they've introduced too many rules and restrictions. We used to book groups for work functions but the..."
Larnie
"Dreaming of Pork Belly. So much to like about Red Spice Road. We three chose the Lunch Banquet which at $25 pp for an appetiser, 3 mains & generous..."
FarmrsMarktsFan
"Good Viatanamese Food. Good food and great service. It is almost the best Vietnamese food food I have..."
Phil
"Not exactly authentic, but good nonetheless. The lunch banquet was quite impressive - it fed three of us with alot leftover. shame they wouldn't let..."
Nomnom
"Being partial to breakfast, I've tried a fair few versions of the corn fritter. Surprisingly the best I've had came as part of the lunch banquet at..."
Poached Latte
"Great value. This restaurant is a must for all us Melbourne locals. It's a great vibe, It's all about sharing dishes.I love the ribs as an..."
Issy
"Red Spice Rude. I have eaten at Red Spice Road countless times and the level of service seems to be declining at the same rate as the restaurant is..."
Missmelbourne
"It's all about the pork belly. Really nice food. Little expensive, but worth it. Pork belly is..."
Rnodern
"I've never written a blog but I have thought about this restaurant many times since going! At first I was disappointed because I was unaware it was..."
Sweety
"Acceptable, but I was not blown off my..."
Aniuszkina
"Quality food. Friday night 20:15 - first reaction was "not as busy as I expected". Not much of a buzz tonight.Not the sort of place..."
DodgyD
"AMAZING!!. So brilliant. The service was perfect. The waitress gave us advice on what we should eat and she was spot on. Every mouthful of food was..."
Chantelle
"Pork belly delight. Just loved everything about the experience at Red Spice Road last night. Last minute booking, fabulous food, excellent service,..."
Rumraisin
"Red spice road. We had a booking for 14 and was given the choiceto have the private dining room. service was good and friendly.personal favorite..."
Thomas
"Food - 8/10, Service 4/5, Ambience - 4/5, TOTAL - 16/20. We had the banquet 3 which had a nice combination of things to try. The apetitizers were..."
WD
"Heaven on a plate!. Delicious and excellent value for..."
Valkyrie
"In the words of Usher... OMG!. Ok, first things first..... I'm a South East Asian food snob. I've travelled pretty extensively through the region,..."
EHL
"Great Pork Belly. Had the set menu at a weekend dinner. The food was great. Some items were good (like the snapper curry and braised beef cheek) but..."
Ronny
"Yummy!. Do not miss the pork belly, it's sticky and just so so..."
Moccy
"SUPERB!! This would have to be one of the best restaurants. The pork belly, lamb soft shell crab, and cocktails are to die for. Service however was..."
Aiver T
"Great food... very very rich. Everyone needs to try their pork belly to experience what real gluttony feels like. They are amazing.. caramel sauce..."
Saurabh Mathur
"AMAZING!!!!!!!. That is probably the best word to sum what was one of the best dining experiences ever. I have heard good things about this lace but..."
Bec M
"Very modern, great food. Excellent service, great food, great prices! Would definitely come..."
Lachlan B
"YUMMY!!! LOVE IT. Enjoyed this place ALOT! Pork Belly sooo good!! Watermelon with sticky pork and prawn relish!! YUM! They have all the combinations..."
Ann
"Tasty, even for vegetarians!. I enjoyed a tasty mid-week business lunch banquet here, and the service was attentive, the surroundings lovely, and the..."
Suedy
"Vibrant food. It would be easy to saw another Asian restaurant but i was pleasantly surprised. We went for the early bird dinner deal and it really..."
Nlc
"Positively inspiring ambience. Wednesday night dinner has become customary at Red Spice Road. Food is simple yet incredibly delicious. Must try the..."
Chris
"Thai Banquet. We dined with another couple and decided to order the banquet and it was a great choice. Gave you a taste of many lovely dishes the..."
Nicole
"Not so good anymore. Sadly this restaurant has gone downhill since the last time I came here. The menu has changed for the worse, So i ask where has..."
Foodlover
"Big room. We tried the $55 a head dinner banquet which was absolutely delicious and amazing value and possibly too much food! Everything from start..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Wheres the Spice in RSR?. Atmosphere.Came here on a Thurs night, not a full restaurant but definitely still buzzing and I can see the huge..."
Dave Zhou
"FAbulous food. Love the food and service.TRULY an amazing experience.Yours in healthMargie..."
Margie Vibes Fitness
"Lunch Banquet - Good Value, Good Food. Have wanted to go here for a while now. Went twice in a week. The lunch banquet at $25 per head is really good..."
James Pettifer
"No heat in the kitchen. A mini-UN like chamber greets you on entry - not for an intimate meal then? The odd single table tucked away here and there..."
Heracles
"Not Longrain but very good!. Again, a late review. Went on 27 November for lunch. Good service. Very tasty food. I'd happily eat there..."
Ange
"Pork Belly to die for!!. The food and set up here was fantastic!! Great value for money and we had a table of 6. :-) The pork belly and barramundi..."
J
"Try the pork belly is amazing. Great food, service and decor. Amazing court yard. Toilet doors are..."
Andrew Cyples
"Two words: lunch banquet. My mother would kill me if she ever found out that I left uneaten food on my plate only to be thrown away. In fact, with..."
Ryan
"Great food. I've been coming to RSR just about since it opened. Great value, lovely fresh food and nice staff. If you haven't been for a while, they..."
ErmoBoy
"Tempt your tastebuds. Good example of asian/ fusion cuisine - recommend the oysters and yello fin tuna - great flavours and so fresh.The..."
Marine Sparkle
"Pork Belly FTW =). I frequent this place for lunch as it is about 100m from my office. The mocktails and pork belly dish keep bringing me back here...."
Jingles
"Great value and nice place. Went to this restaurant and Longrain in the same week. Definitely preferred this place.Food was similar but..."
Sean Murphy
"The food & service was fabulous. $55 for the tasting menu was a great option, which included the best quail I've had, pork belly in an amazing sauce,..."
Michael Brimelow
"Perfection! We came for the Lunch Menu and everything we ordered was amazing and fresh, with unique flavours! The best one for me was the Sweet Pork..."
Mark Ian Alcantara
"was brought here by surprise, they famous dishes are the caramelised pork belly, it was a little bit dry, but the flavour was pretty great. cured..."
Lee Yu Xuan
"We have been in great favour of Red Spice Road since the old times. Everything about Red Spice Road is just perfect, from the Asian-style decoration,..."
Nguyen Andy
"We dined here as a family, we were seated quickly and the service was fantastic. We menu is delicious, we had the Motorbike set menu, it was very..."
Stuart Brooke
"Amazing food. Loved their cocktails. The BBQ Jackfruit steamed bun was exceptionally good. If you’re going for dinner choose your banquet menu..."
Spoorthy Reddy
"I am SO HAPPY Red Spice Road has reopened again after closing during Covid. We enjoyed the 9 course Tuk Tuk banquet. We had cured salmon betel leaf,..."
Shweta Leonard
Byblos Bar & Restaurant
88/100 (1377 ratings)
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"We had an incredible dinner at Byblos. We were a group of 6 so decided to get the banquet and oh my gosh there was a lot of food. Everything was..."
MelbourneLops
"Came to Byblos on a recommendation and so glad we did. The food coming off the pass is some of the best middle eastern food I’ve experienced...."
Iceman
"Such a delicious middle eastern feast tonight! The venue was beautiful and the staff were wonderful!Pictured is the:. 1. Tabouleh..."
Cmzajicek
"Ambience: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Food: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Verdict: 👍We went..."
@_@
"Back at one of my favourite middle eastern restaurant in Melbourne. Again, they did not disappoint with customer service, food and drink quality and..."
Hillary Finds Food
"Byblos serves authentic and delicious Lebanese food. Came here with friend last Friday 9th August for..."
AngeLuvFood8
"Byblos is located in a gorgeous place just overlooking the Yarra River. The service here was fantastic and we didn’t have to wait long at all for..."
The Jaminator
"Staying in South Wharf for the weekend we are so happy we found this restaurant on the city side of the Yarra, just a short walk from the Novotel and..."
Anastasia Beaverhousen
"Few of us went there for happy hour and dinner on a weekday night. Food was amazingly good, ordered couple entrees, different lamb skewers, calamari..."
Ang L
"Having enjoyed many visits to this place for birthdays , dinners and New Year’s Eve parties this was also a great venue for our office end-of-year..."
Freeo
"Situated on south warf opp to Dfo. Went there on a team lunch, a nice leabnees restro. Well decorated and with water front view. Food was tasteful..."
Abhinav Khandelwal
"What a great place to eat! The food is incredible, very tasty!! The waiters were very hands on, always checking if there was anything we needed and..."
Kristen Palmer
"We have order via Uber Eats many times, but eating in was a lovely experience! We love the traditional kebbi and the felafel were perfect! Delicious,..."
Heather Snow
"Went there with a bunch of friend after work. Rarely eat Lebanese food. And it is good. I like sour food a lot . The way they make their sweet potato..."
Daisy Duck
"Byblos is a middle eastern restaurant in docklands. There’s a descent amount of vegetarian choices on the menu. I had the $60 set menu and was so..."
Vegetarian Food Lover
"This is my second visit here, the food, ambience and the staff never seize to amaze me. I am writing this review as I am having my dinner and I am in..."
Ramya Paraman
"We went here on Saturday night and it was amazing. Wine and cocktail selection was great, something for everyone. We ordered a few different dishes..."
Hungry Little Caterpillar
"We booked for 8pm and it was very busy when we got there. Had to wait to be seated which felt like it took a while.Finally got a seat and..."
TheyCallHimX
"We went with the $60 people person dining option between 8 of us. The food was delicious and sooo filling it was worth the $60 a head. The only..."
Sarah Trewavis
"Dinner here was fantastic. Lovely staff and the food was fresh and full of flavour . I had lamb and chicken skewers topped them with tabbouleh and..."
Evanthia Francoise
"What was supposed to be a quick pre-footy meal became a great feast with delicious food, great wine and a lovely atmosphere.We were a group of..."
Always Hungry
"Great atmosphere and decor.Had a knowledgeable waiter who probably took way to long to explain the menu.We choose the calamari and..."
Jessica Nguyen
"Dinner last night was amazing, so fresh and delicious! Service and decor are very nice and welcoming. Chose the mezza banquet at $60pp and left full!..."
Markii_
"One of the best Mediterranean food joint in the city.Went there wth my colleagues for office lunch.Tried chicken, lamb skewers along with..."
Varun Chandwani
"Delicious food, efficient service with friendly staff in comfortable, pleasant settings. It all started a few years ago when I had a birthday..."
J0yy173
"One of our favourite and best Lebanese restaurants.  Service and food is always good value, and menu quite comprehensive for all tastes and..."
Hans Moleman
"Yummy is also less to say authentic Lebanese food , so well cooked food and the customer service you get there is brilliant... will love to come..."
Vij.kanu
"In between scrumptious and refinement ...Another quite prominent venue on the Dockland/South Wharf precinct, complete with its own..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Great spot by the river in the CBD. Delicious tasty food with a good wine list. Very friendly and helpful staff. Good flavours with a wide menu..."
David Hewitt
"Fantastic restaurant! Lovely setting, great service, gorgeous food, great value for money, must do the feed me option! Will definitely be back :-)..."
Jenny Hetherington
"nice restaurant with great staff. food was good and tasty. but could have been better. quail was way overcooked. chicken wings too salty and dry...."
Foodme
"Set in a fantastic location overlooking the Yarra at South Wharf and decorated in a wonderful Arabic style. We sat inside for lunch as it was..."
Spaghetti Monster
"The decor and location is great! A good place to go to for date night or family dinner. The menu looks great however, cooking and eating middle..."
Nadia
"With cravings for Lebanese food last night, this hit the spot. We went for the $60pp banquet and we got what we asked for. Favourite things of the..."
Angey
"Dined here with a few friends a few nights ago and overall we had a good experience. The atmosphere and ambience ticks all the boxes - a good..."
Farzana
"For a newbie in Lebanese food, this place was great. We ordered 3 metzas and 4 skews for 5 people. The portion was manageable. I loved the hummus and..."
Kat Tran
"Byblos is that place where you take the people you love the most to have a good time with great food. The service quality is impeccable, food is top..."
Karthik Kunjithapatham
"Lovely family restaurant with a beautiful view of the wharf.... great quality food and service! Been here a few times for functions and events but..."
Rebecca Fakhri
"This is my favourite restaurant in Melbourne. Hands down the best Lebanese food you will find anywhere! You must try the banquet! Enjoy the Koosa,..."
A Girl With Curves
"Been here for a function and just the restaurant It is a bit pricey but oh my gosh Amazing foodGot the platter for 2, I eat..."
YesNoMelbourne
"I'm start by saying that their cocktails are in fact world class. I haven't tried all of them but the ones that I had are really beautiful. Then..."
Cookie Monster
"I was overjoyed to realise my work function was at Byblos as the Brisbane branch was my old stomping ground when I was living in Queensland. Similar..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Lots and lots of food. And then more food. Great service (much better than at the Hamilton location) and some dishes excellent others weren't my..."
Ross
"I've been here numerous times and it's my favourite place to go for delicious middle eastern food! I even had my birthday here with a few friends..."
Vivian Tran
"Dined in on a Monday night as a 4, what a wonderful night we had the food was spot on and the services was even better, it was that good we booked it..."
Food And Cider
"Our favourite place for Lebanese food. The only place to go when in Melbourne looking for quality middle eastern food. Flavours are spot on and..."
AEC
"Great place to dine, one of my favourites in the city. Friendly and attentive staff give a great dining out experience. Awesome menu. I have been..."
Quach
"What a great experience, it got me back to my mom's kitchen. Lovely food and excellent service. The waiter's knowledge of the dishes was very..."
Jhonny Masri
"Went to Byblos with a large group of 13 people on a busy Saturday night and have to say I was completely rapt with it. From the very start of the..."
Beck Hill
"Being gluten and dairy free has never been an issue here, as they have always welcomed and accommodated my allergies. If you're wondering where to..."
Jessica Thompson
"Ambience was amazing.My boyfriend and I ordered the buffet - So worth it!The food was impeccable and the service was lovely! Even just the..."
Lzct_
"Can't give a bad review about this place. My boyfriend surprised me with dinner here on my birthday, and I was impressed. Had a beautiful view, food..."
Denise Anderson
"Omg. Seriously good. Simple...you have to. Not just the best Lebanese I've had but right up there with some of the best food I've had. Just..."
Glenn Sullivan
"Been there several time for different occasions and event, all the times foods are awasame and staff are friendly.Recommended dish, kofta, fried..."
Ali Sh
"Beautiful food. The meat is always cooked perfectly tender. I love their prawn skewers too. Tabouli is probably the best I had. This place never..."
Carina Dalton
"Amazing food, atmosphere and service. We ordered the banquet. Had an amazing variety and so much to choose from. The food was cooked to perfection...."
Arthi Singh
"Awesome could be the less word for Byblos. I would love to go again with my family. The tenderness of awesome kebabs were so yummy. We went there..."
Shafquat Morshed
"Nice find. Lovely & cool outdoor area on a 34C day. We had the Byblos platter, with the usual offerings. The food was fresh & beautifully served. It..."
Manmar
"Feast to the eyes .. and when we had the platter ... that was just heaven... thier sweet treats thrill your taste buds.. my new and forever favorite..."
Pushpa K
"Beautiful food. Prawns highly recommended. Lamb chops were delish. Amazing Taboulei. Great cocktails. Service was a little slow. We'll be..."
Missliseylou
"I came here tonight for my birthday with my family, the place looks so beautiful.This place hands down is seriously magnificent. From the..."
Tez
"Fantastic location on the water front, beautiful setting. Dropped by for a light lunch so didn't have a lot of food, but what we had was all good. We..."
Sensaikai
"We spent Valentine's Day here with a set menu. It was wonderful and we will definitely be back. Highly recommend the dips, halloumi salad, chilli..."
Alycec
"Outstanding lunch at Byblos! Had the platter for 2 and we were not disappointed. Everything delicious, beautiful views, and even the mocktail was..."
Kirstie Close-Barry
"Situated perfectly on the Yarra, Byblos boasts good food and fine views of the waterfront. We caught up for Friday dinner with a couple of..."
Australia Lets Eat
"I booked online and received a confirmation straightaway. It was easy to change days. They do two seatings 6-8.15pm and another one after..."
Dr S
"I've been here 3 times in the past year. I always get the same mixed grill because it's so amazing. You get to choose 4 different skewers that comes..."
Food Fairy
"A small party of 6 for Christmas work breakup. Always a nightmare with 3 dietry requirements (vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free) and a "i wont..."
Lyz Mizzi
"Don't need to say more, it's just Amazing! Food, service, drinks, all amazing! If the Expresso was not a bit cold for me when served, I would..."
Cindy
"We visited Byblos recently for a late dinner. The food and service were excellent. We ordered the chicken wings, vine leaves, Lahim Bil Ajeem,..."
Brigidlhosmer
"We had our engagement party here in the function room upstairs in October. The staff were AMAZING ! Very accommodating to our needs, set..."
Sharna
"We went here for dinner and had the banquet which was so much food, we couldn't get through it all. The food was very tasty and definitely a place I..."
Dills
"First time eating Lebanese cuisine and was very impressed with the entrees as well as the generous serving of the chargrilled chicken with coleslaw..."
Foodie
"Great food and great atmosphere. I love how they let you pick items off the menu for the banquet deal. Good place to go with friends for a nice meal..."
Desisean
"Lunched today at Byblos for a taste of Lebanese cuisine (a totally new experience for my palate) & chose their Makanek (homemade Lebanese spiced..."
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
"We went there for a late dinner on friday night and it wasn't as busy as expected. We ordered the Byblos platter for 2 so we could try a bit of..."
XiaoHui Teo
"A little bit of Lebanese heaven! Byblos has to be one of my and my wife's all time favourite Lebanese restaurants in Melbourne. Right by the Yarra..."
Kaushik Sridhar
"Fresh and punchy flavours....Lebanese cuisine described to a T. This place is my favourite Lebanese restaurant at the moment, and judging by how..."
Micky B
"I've been here multiple times and I love it! Great food, great cocktails and really lovely staff. Definitely not cheap but definitely worth..."
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JZY
"Byblos always get a 10/10 in everyway! Always always always go the banquet, you can't go wrong! The service is great and the food even better...."
Deana Cannatelli
"My first time trying Lebanese food was at Byblos Bar & Restaurant and it was a very pleasant experience. Food was delicious, unique, and well..."
Daniel
"Had a brilliant meal at Byblos. Ordered the Beef Shawarma, Trio dip and fish skewers. The fish skewers especially tasted delicious and fresh. The..."
Farhan Riyaz
"My first time here and the food was just incredible. I only managed to take a photo of our starters, but rest assured the rest of our meal was..."
Daniel Meissner
"Nice variety of food , lovely venue , staff are very caring and quick response to customer needs , highly recommended to try..."
Daniel Etezadi
"I had my daughters Baptism in the space upstairs which was just beautiful. They was room for the kids to play and for all the adults to mingle...."
Marlene Assaf
"Absolutely beautiful food. The mixed grill platter was divine, all the meat and seafood cooked perfectly. My Mum loved the vine leaf rolls and her..."
Sarah Vears
"Lovely atmosphere, food and customer service. Food was beautiful and great price for a spot along the river. Will definitely go back next time..."
Daina Joseph
"It's been a long time between meals. Food did not disappoint. Great place, location, view, company, atmosphere. We loved ever mouthful of our..."
Anaid
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"Absolutely amazing place service was impeccable the food was delicious absolutely delicious would highly recommend this..."
Cherie Richardson
"Awesome dinner here last week... Did not disappoint. Great service also is now a fav place to eat when in Melbourne.. Will be..."
Tracey McNee
"Stumbled across this wee gem last night while having a night in the city. Not disappointed. Great service lovely wine and amazingly delicious food...."
Patricia O'Kane
"Best meal ever Peking duck was amazing Thanks everyone for the wonderful..."
Karen Mullins
"Very nice food. Had Lemon Chicken & Beef with seasoned Veges, with a large fried rice. Could not fault any of it, was delicious and will be back for..."
Robert Lymer
"Amazing food, fantastic service and they really welcome you and look enter your needs - great place and will be..."
Debbie Johns
"Amazing food, fantastic service. I let them know I had to be at the theatre in an hour and a half and the service was speedy and exactly everything..."
Melissa Pilch
"Great place definitely coming..."
Sandra Tomas
"Our annual visit , superb as usual we have been here many times and never..."
James Foley
"High standard of service. Best peking duck. Delicious jellyfish..."
Chantelle Chin-Salandanan
"5 of us had lunch . We ordered the lunch meeting banquet menu . The tables had crisp table cloths and were spaced well . Food was portioned and..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"Came here for a work lunch, quiet enough to have a group meeting for 10ppl. Food was delicious, but catered towards non-Chinese diners so don’t..."
The Budget Luncher
"Haven’t been to this place for ages! I was told to order the Peking duck and lobster omelette to give a go and I did! Definitely one of the best..."
Priscillia
"Went here with my mum before a show and it definately didn't dissapoint. I ordered the lemon chicken and my mum ordered the sizzling beef with..."
Andrew
"Very friendly staff and the atmosphere was great. Great interior of this place and comfy! For starters we had chicken and mushroom soup. Was yum but..."
Leanne Dando
"Bamboo house was not a disappointment! I love the traditional chinese restaurant atmosphere of this place and the service was fantastic.The..."
Jayde
"Refined, delicious food and easy to see why Bamboo House is an institution. Whilst a little tired inside, overall it is leaning towards a fine dining..."
MelbourneMiss
"I would very rarely give a 5 star review, but our visit to Bamboo House was worth it! Let me get this out of the way; it is expensive, make no..."
MrCreosote
"This restaurant has been around for long time but have managed to keep it on the down low. They are on the high end of Chinese food restaurant, the..."
Debby
"We came here for our annual team lunch on the hottest day so far this summer. Fortunately the aircon was pumping and we were none the wiser of the..."
Espy Eats
"We come here every year for my colleagues birthday...and order pretty much the same things. We always have the very typical fare of fried rice,..."
Split The Bill
"Bamboo house is the absolute favourite, my old man has been going here for 30+ yearsMyself for 10+ yearsCan get a little noisy..."
Dave B.
"Amazing dining experience with the service to match. The pork dumplings were heavenly filled parcels with juicy tender pork. The duck pancakes were..."
Kiss And Eat Up
"Everything was so delicious especially the San Choy Bao and Crispy Duck pancakes. Yum! The service was fantastic, we mentioned we had Aladdin..."
J_cinta
"This place has that old school Chinese restaurant charm. White table cloths, round tables and a menu full of all your favourite dishes. Impeccable..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Always a wonderful experience here. Have both dined here for a function and with family, always enjoyable. Owner is absolutely lovely, and theres..."
Amant De La Nourriture
"Classy restaurant that provides great customer service. The staff is friendly and I must say the best peking duck in Melbourne! Enjoy a relax and..."
Mr Wong
"Pricey, not even that worth for $80/whole duckBut if the duck was $60 then its would be reasonableThe service is good and the restaurant..."
Duongcool1997
"Absolutely loved it! I finally have a favourite Chinese restaurant! We had plenty of food so perhaps it'll make your choice about..."
Nadia
"🙋🏽‍♂️🙋🏽We had one of the set menus ("Banquet Degustation") 🍚and we thought that it was really good. 👍🏽Fantastic quality of..."
TwoFatWogs
"The lamb cutlet was amazing, very well cooked with crunchy bread crumb coating. The shanghai marinated fish was a let down, the fish was a bit too..."
Michfish
"A bit on the pricy side but still a great restaurant with very delicious Chinese food. Peking duck is amazing every time. Service was great 10/10 and..."
Krishna Muppasaani
"Love this place! I think it has the best pecking duck! Dumplings are yum, food is of good quality! Great and friendly staff! Highly recommend!!!..."
CT
"Came here for a birthday and they really delivered. The waitress was one funny lady and provided bonus entertainment. They made sure we were all..."
Occasionalist
"Probably the best Chinese offering I have been to in Melbourne.The hardest choice is what to order, however the Peking Duck, Salt and..."
John Gee
"I enjoyed a group lunch, mid-week, at Bamboo House Chinese Restaurant.   The courses were varied and the food was wonderful - both taste and..."
Lindsay
"My favourite Chinese restaurant in Melbourne. My top 2 dishes are Peking duck and the dumplings. The tables are set with white tablecloths so it's..."
EK
"Service was amazing at the start of our meal but seemed to get worse as the night went on. Good food but for the price and reputation of being one of..."
Cat Broadby
"“Craving some good quality Tea smoked duck with a side of Peking duck, we decided to go somewhere new. Bamboo house is a restaurant that has been..."
Melbourne Food Baby
"There are 7 of us and we ordered about 5 main dishes. Food was excellent - juicy Peking duck, chunky sweet and sour pork, chilli prawns, tou fu, veg..."
LoveFOOD Hate BADservice ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ
"This is one of the better Cantonese restaurants in Chinatown. The food is refined and well presented and generally not as overpowered by sauces as..."
Richard
"Good food, ok service. Had dinner here last Friday in a group of 9. We had the set menu while some did order a la carte. The food was great - loved..."
Vikrant Chaudhary
"Was brought here for my birthday. The food was great and the Peking duck doesn't disappoint. We were sat out of the main dining area which was a bit..."
Jesse
"Best Peking Duck. This is my favourite Chinese restaurant for its peking duck, pot stickers and sesame puffs. Always a special place to come to for..."
Mouse68
"This one was filled with duck meat too and the meat was really succulent. The..."
Nona Tukang Makan
"Bamboo House is amazing. Every dish was impeccable, as was the service and decor. The entire meal with rice and a glass of wine was only just over..."
Sir And Mlady Dine Out
"A range of different Chinese restaurants, take-away outlets and other oriental cuisine line the extended walkways that make up Chinatown in..."
Sdk1806
"The menu is divided into Sichuan and Peking style dishes from the corresponding provinces in China, which made a pleasant change from all the..."
Let Me Feed You
"We’re very happy to report that Bamboo House is still a great Chinese restaurant. We’ll be back for the Tea Smoked Duck (served in steamed buns..."
Donny
"Far near the ends of Chinatown, you will find one of the restaurants whose food and also service has been recognised by many food critics. The..."
Thfdcmplx
"Excellent service from our waiter Jimmy, very attentive, also Andy was excellent.We enjoyed our food especially the combination pan fried..."
Jdlock
"Went for a banquet with a group of friends. The tea smoked duck was amazing, as were the xiao long bao. The staff and friendly and..."
Imojaune
"Best Chinese in Melbourne. Food is amazing and the best Peking Duck in town. The warm welcome and service from Ann and the staff completes the..."
Emilyjane
"Dear manager Ann, thank you for your excellent services . Will come back soon..."
Steven
"BEST PEKING DUCK IN MELBOURNE!!. I'll say it once.... and I'll say it again... best peking duck hands down!! ONLY GO HERE FOR THE PEKING DUCK......"
Vincent_phan86
"Can always count on the bamboo house. Bamboo House, would have to be one of my fav spots in Melbourne. Absolutely delicious food , with great..."
An
"Superb. We have been going to bamboo house since I was a small child and it has always been my favourite restaurant but we havent been since Robert..."
Kate Wisch
"We had a wonderful experience at Bamboo House. The staff were beyond exceptional offering friendly and attentive service. The dumplings are the best..."
Nice
"I went there a couple of weeks ago, the service was lovely, the food was amazing, it was very busy but I loved it! You must try..."
Hayley Karolz
"We chose Bamboo House based on reviews, and it was a good choice. We enjoyed the meal overall, but it didn't quite live up to the hype.We..."
Sean P E Fleming
"Awesome Restaurant. This has got to be one of the best places i've dine in Melbourne EVER! The service provided by Bamboo House and their staff is..."
Melvyn
"Amazing chinese restaurant. Went there for lunch, didn't expect much as i only want better dining environment than being pushed around in the crowd...."
Diner
"Thank you Anna!. We had a luncheon in the private room at Bamboo House yesterday and I just wanted to thank the staff and in particular Anna who was..."
Adelle_clements
"Amazing Peking duck. Food was all excellent and flavoursome, great quality. And good service! Definitely come..."
Nd28
"Well priced and tasty food. Great food and service! The duck was fantastic, really..."
Rnahlsy
"Fantastic Food. 15 of us for lunch visited Bamboo House for a corporate lunch, was fantastic. The Peking duck was wonderful and a real signature dish..."
Melza
"Good food, good service. The Peking Duck is excellent. Definitely..."
Prk
"Wonderful service, best ever Peking Duck , really enjoyed..."
Lindsay Walsh
"Fabulous!. Went to Bamboo House on Monday night while on holiday in Melbourne and just loved it. The staff were so friendly and attentive, we wanted..."
Kat
"9.5/10. I went to Bamboo House for lunch today with my boss and it was lovely, we had the sliced beef with ginger and vegetables which was very nice,..."
Laney M
"Best Peking duck in..."
Decs
"Nothing bad to say about bamboo house. The dishes were nice good but nothing spectacular. However the Peking duck is certainly a signature dish and I..."
Tinny Spice
"No bulls**t good Chinese. Bamboo House is a great example of sticking with what they do best and not changing facade to 'get with the times'. I..."
Gagwood
"Best dumplings and best peking duck that we've had in Melbourne. Put smiles on our bellies! Excellent service too. Can't wait to..."
Nic
"Dumplings are amazing, Waiters are hysterical " your eyes are bigger than your..."
AP
"Have recommended bamboo house to many family and friends, and it quickly become their favourite also. A very down to earth restaurant with prompt..."
Christos Boukogiannis
"Yum!. Had an excellent night there! started off with some great dumplings and onion pancake! this was not the typical type found in some restaurants..."
Anthony
"Highly recommend the Peking Duck..."
Carley Ludlow
"We went to Bamboo House because a friend recommended us to go and I have to say that the food and service was amazing Oysters, fish and duck was all..."
Julian Ward
"Unbelievable great food, Unbelievable the best service I've ever had, 3 times now I've been here over 4 years ever time we come to Melbourne. We were..."
Stefan Jones
"Great food. Not too sweet or salty. Balance of flavour was perfect. Seafood wasn’t over cooked. Star of the evening definitely Peking..."
Benny Maison
"Went here for lunch with colleagues to celebrate some wins. Was really impressed with the..."
Koen Alexander
"They were very accommodating for our dietary requirements as my mum wouldn't eat fish and pork and duck. So we had the banquet menu and had some..."
Alex P.B
"The peking duck was amazing!! Would definitely visit again if I come to..."
Jason Li
"Ann is a Superstar, leading a fantastic team serving up the best Chinese food in Melbourne. Leans toward more of a western style which is not..."
Art Vanderlay
"Good Cantonese food in a upscaled environment. Recommend going for the garlic king prawns and steamed fish. Last but not least, we really like their..."
Jay Jay
Rockpool Bar & Grill
88/100 (3758 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Steakhouse
Australian
Steakhouse
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mac and cheese
Lamb
Crab
Pesto
Scallops
Fish
Duck
Tortelli
Oyster
Calamari
Mussels
Calamares
Burger
Prawns
Beef
Polenta
Octopus
Lobster
Pasta
Cakes
Salad
Sit down
Steakhouse
Australian
Reservations
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Seating
Table Service
Private Dining
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Service was fabulous from start to finish... we were greeted with a smile, we started with a nice Shiraz from Beechworth Simao & co and complimentary..."
Paul J Fisher
"service was outstanding but after our drinks, the bill hurt lol.. lovely..."
Show Me The Yummy
"Had my NY dinner with my girls earlier this year and it was splendid. Food was phenomenal but service was unfortunately very poor for such a..."
Tracey Loc
"I had a great experience dining here on March to celebrate my 2nd anniversary with my bf. We got to try lobster omelette, wagyu beef pasta, aged rib..."
FoodieQueen21
"Rating: 4.5Food: 4.5Ambience: 5Service: 5Value: 4.5My boyfriend took me out for my birthday and one word to describe..."
Munching With Mel
"Rockpool is beautifully elegant and classy in every way. From the professional service, to the menu and food options. I'd definitely recommend a..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"Amazing service and a great meal. Gave me a complimentary birthday cake..."
Brady M
"Great service, lovely and friendly staff and perfectly seasoned food. My partner and I had dinner here a few weeks ago and we were really pleased...."
Queen Of Food
"Starters were good, nothing to boast about. The beef was so so so amazing! Great quality of meat, tender, juicy and was not overcooked.The..."
SAM TEOH
"Finally at last I made to Rockpool and the place did not disappoint! Atmosphere, service, knowledge, choice on menu , wine list, it was all there and..."
Timbo The Kitchen Bitch
"Went to Rockpool Perth for my bday and it was a great experience. So decided to try the Melbourne one for a week day lunch. It wasn't very busy, the..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"A simple menu executed perfectly. A perfect setting during the day for a business lunch and as the sun sets, the ambience changes for a more intiment..."
Ben
"The steak are so good, the best I have ever had. Great service as well. The staffs are really friendly and know the menu well. The restaurant is..."
Jingwen Yu
"My partner and I had a lovely dinner at Rockpool. Attentive staff and delicious food. Some things a bit on the salty side but all-in-all a lovely..."
Katerina Poropat
"Food was spectacular, everything was fantastic.Service was very good! Food came out fairly quickly.Expensive but well..."
Cass Eats
"Rockpool is an iconic steakhouse in Melbourne. Nestled amongst the high end stores inside Crown Casino, Rockpool is well liked by locals and..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"We began with cocktails. The Italian Sour was deliciously zesty and wasn’t overly sweet. The complimentary bread was fresh with crisp crusts and a..."
Karina J
"Took my family there for dad's big 60th- service and food were impeccable. The photos below don't do it justice (got lazy after a few and was dying..."
Teeks
"Absolutely incredible service, ambience and food. Never ever disappoints! Would recommend for any occasion. Well worth the little extra dough!..."
Nanos
"This place doesnt accept booking between 7 to 8pm, but luckily there wasnt any trouble to get a table for 2 on weekday thursday night. We had a..."
Amanda H
"A name associated with great meat and it surely didn't disappoint. My steak was cooked beautifully, tender and juicy. Very satisfied. Sides were big..."
A Black Sheep
"Came here for a date night. Food is perfect. The steak was extremely juicy. The staff always check up on you to make sure everything is ok. It's..."
Melbourne Food Spotter
"Came here with 10ppl to celebrate my friends birthday and spent $99++ include card charge.The place so nice, well decor. We start..."
Oodreiilittlepotato
"We had an enjoyable meal at Rockpool for my partner’s birthday. For entrees we had the marinated grilled prawns and the wagyu sausages,..."
Lizia
"A very classy and interesting venue. Food was delicious. Highly recommend their steaks. I’ve been twice and every time they’ve been cooked to..."
Melbourne, Let’s Eat
"Generally have loved this place over the years. Consistently excellent steak, delicious sides and alternatives if you wish with an extensive wine..."
Elle
"This restaurant was so good. It is upscale with white tablecloths & fancy waiters, but if you love good beef this place has it. They have a great..."
Srslyfoods
"🐚 MUSSELS OR MUSCLES? 💪🏽Portarlington Mussels steamed in White Wine, Jamon, Parsley and Chilli served with Bruschetta 🐚🌶..."
Melbourne Food Wanderer
"Great food, great atmosphere, excellent wine matching. Goats cheese tortellini with burnt butter sauce and prawns is a stand out, as is the four..."
David Malcolm
"Came here for my birthday and as you come thru the heavy door, you are welcomed with a dark interior which will then lead you to a big area full of..."
Xavian Ang
"Rockpool was faultless from start to finish. The staff were all just delightful from the moment we stepped inside and made us feel like we were so..."
Patsy
"Perfect from start to finish. Staff from greeters to serving staff on point. Food out of this world. The flavors kept dancing on my tongue. Ended on..."
Dee-Lila Sharp
"The steak was so tender and juicy. It was spot on with the taste and at medium rare. We ordered a few side dishes to share around and taste..."
Anthony
"The steak was spot on here. Omg it tasted succulent and tender. The service was exceptional. We ordered a dish to share and they spent the time to..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"Last weekend was the first time that I have dined at Rockpool, it was a great Sunday afternoon. The food and service was excellent, I..."
Stephanie Yeoh
"We've been here quite a few times and this time round we ordered their their spanner crab noodles and slow cooked wagyu which was as good as their..."
Thelordlam
"Excellent restaurant on the river in Melbourne at Crown. The service and food were superb. Even the tomato in the salad was fantastic. Wine list was..."
Luke Robinson
"Oh My God. Tonight I came here with a friend in celebration of completing exams. Walking in, we were astounded at the decor of the..."
Dine And Dash
"Impeccable service and sophisticated ambience, food was good. Staff were nice, approachable and not over attentive, they are pretty knowledgeable..."
HildaLuv2Eat
"Rockpool is synonymous with Crown and Southbank, and is a classic establishment in Melbourne's CBD. If you haven't had a night out here before then..."
Flytonewyork
"I have heard a lot of good things about rockpool’s steak, and it did not disappoint me at all. The steak was amazing! We ordered a scotch fillet..."
Ivy Shen
"Give me service , give me steak 🥩 give me the bill yes I was overwhelmed by it all the meal was great , wine list on point , service sharp , I..."
Urban Cocktail
"Booked a family event for the significant others significant birthday! Were placed in the Private Terrace which comfortably accommodated the 17 of..."
CATD
"Rockpool is one of the few restaurants in Melbourne to offer beef from mature cows. Most people know what dry aging is and does, but meat from old..."
Kenny
"Was lucky enough to get in at the Sydney site just before it closed. Was a beautiful night with probably the best table waiting I’ve ever..."
Foodie McDoodie
"My partner and I usually go to Rockpool for birthdays every year and we absolutely love it. Food is amazing, I love the beef silverside and my..."
MH
"I think you know what you going for when you are going to Rockpool. Steak! And they do it perfectly. Great performance and great..."
MrJan
"Strong 4.5Second time here and still loving the steak.Service was much friendlier and more welcoming than our first visit, but..."
Nom Monster
"Incredible dinner had here. Ordered a few entrees with main meals be steaks and the meat was the best so tender and delicious. The sides were also..."
Phoebe Teevan
"First experience at rockpool you will notice upon entry it has it's own entrance door which makes it feel really sophisticated . All the staff look..."
Leesa Jane
"Consistently amazing food. Forget Rosetta, this is and always will be the place to go! Do yourself a favour, get the Mac and cheese and goats cheese..."
Hungry Little Dinosaur
"Perfect place for a special occasion! Set inside the Crown Entertainment Complex, the restaurant has a lively after-dark atmosphere which created the..."
@esjaysam
"Came here today for lunch it was my first time dining here, it’s a really lovely restaurant and has such a nice vibe to it. There is a big..."
Nadia
"Place of choice for great steak, awesome service, special gatherings and just an intimate cosy dining experience to relax to with a glass of wine...."
PS91
"This place is expensive and fancy but it is the site of some of the best steaks I have ever had. All the food has been next level along with the..."
John Carver
"Rockpool is me and my boyfriend's anniversary celebration restaurant, because it has the best steak ever!!! It has never let us down on any food! 5..."
Caitlynn Zhou
"Worth a visit. Nice ambience, professional service and lovely food. Steak was exceptional. The main reason one would want to dine here. Everything..."
A Choong
"Absolutely unforgettable. My partner and I were here last week for dinner. The wagyu sausage we shared for starters was delectable. Loved the..."
Aye Mya Mya Khin
"I always love my steak cook to the perfection, here is one of the place you can have your meat cook to the way you prefer, paired with your juicy..."
Mags Lim
"BEST. STEAK. EVER.Rockpool is one of the select number of restaurants at Crown Melbourne that are actually exceptional and not purely based on..."
JW
"The sour mocktail is delicious. Steak was less cooked than I liked but really great after they redid it for a sec. Overall Rockpool feels like a..."
Chen Yingxuan
"We had Caviar with Toast and Creme Fraiche (Ars Italica Osietra 30g), Buratta with Eggplant Carpaccio and Grilled Bread, Whole Grilled King Prawns..."
Anishka Jayasinghe
"Has an old world 80’s charm and setting. Reminds me of these high end lunch places in India, my family used to take me to when I was a kid. The..."
Meera Batra
"An expensive yet excellent experience. The venue ooses comfortable class from the moment of entry. The table service was friendly and efficient. The..."
Geoff A
"I’ve been dining at Rockpool for many years . Consistent great food and professional service . I’m a huge fan of the comfortable seating always..."
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Flower Drum
88/100 (3715 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Gluten Free Options
Chinese
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Omelette
Lobster
Pancakes
Chili
Mandarin Duck
Crab
Peking Duck
Scallops
Duck
Quail
Cakes
Lamb
Oyster
Fish
Fried rice
Pork
Noodle
Dim Sum
Shrimp
Ribs
Beef
Prawns
Dumplings
Shanghai
Szechuan
Cantonese
Hong Kong
Sit down
Chinese
Private Dining
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Lunch
Dinner
Fine Dining
"Absolutely love the Peking duck!We had lunch last Friday with friends hereFood is delishI can’t wait to come back!..."
Mamacita Foodie And Hola Con Lola
"An iconic institution in the Melbourne food scene that has surpassed the test of time. Wasn't sure what to expect but imagined it might dish up..."
Stuart Robinson
"DO: Everything on the menu that you can afford. If you have no idea do the banquet or better yet, have a chat to the waiters and they'll sort you..."
David Food Leasing
"We had a wonderful birthday dinner here right before the restrictions came. The entrees were excellent and the scotch century egg and fried potato..."
Nalia
"I love this place. The food, the vibe. Just an amazing, iconic experience in itself...."
Katie
"Absolutley love the Peking Duck here. Generous portions for the banquet. I think we were a little greedy wanting to try everything. Definitely..."
LittleAsianGirl
"Great classic Chinese restaurant, great service first class, food simply the best, great atmosphere. This was the best Chinese food we have tasted in..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"We had a spectacular birthday lunch for my dad today. Quality of the produce was evident as was the care of the cooking with very gentle flavours..."
Jenny McWren
"Flower Drum has been in Melbourne for many years and it is a 2 hat restaurant. Nice decor and the ambiance is awesome for special events.I..."
Leo
"Expected a bit more. It was a work lunch and took 40 minutes to bring the first dish and there was no flow or service that you would expect at that..."
RM
"One of the oldest and most expensive Chinese restaurant in Melbourne. They have consistently listed in the top restaurants in Victoria. The dishes..."
Debby
"This place has got a classy reputation. When you tell people you're going to Flower Drum, they're expecting a fancy dinner with a price..."
Alisha
"Flower Drum is definitely on the high end of the spectrum. Classy, refined and elegant. There's a whole presentation before each meal where they..."
Jasmine
"First time coming to Flower Drum. Every dish that came out was outstanding. So yum!!! My favourite was the mushroom dish. The steak was so tender &..."
Kim C
"This restaurant is well known since the 90’s. However it has changed owner last few years. I was told by a friend that it was a very grand..."
Noble Foodie
"Look, this restaurant isn’t cheap but the food and service is impeccable. It really is a Melbourne institution.I also love the nostalgic/old..."
Tania
"Definitely one of the best Chinese restaurant in Melbourne. You won’t get disappointed. Service is excellent! We were trying few more dishes but..."
Priscillia
"This restaurant have reputation of one of the best chinese cuisine in melbourne. The place and the ambience were so stunning like a traditional..."
Bite The Looks By BHA
"I nice spot in the CBD for a special event. A bit pricey for an average night out but a quality feed none the less. I have been here a couple of..."
Burgers Of Melbourne
"Never ever order off the menu. Let the professional waiters do it. They are well versed into the seasonal produce and what is the best way to cook..."
Le Wine Journey
"Definitely a great dining experience - ordered mostly seafood and they tasted super light and fresh. Great service, friendly and informative. Food..."
StepiiGM
"Flower Drum has a legendary reputation for Chinese fine dining in Melbourne. Its name is always spoken of in reverence. Flower Drum's entrance..."
Sunny Days Melbourne
"This restaurant is really worth 5 stars. The service, the food, and the experience was great. The food was unique, full of flavor and it was..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"My favourite Chinese restaurant. Super impressive! I’m much more adventurous with food choices here because everything is so perfectly prepared,..."
Tanya
"OMG. Wow. The door the entrance, the elevator up, the room the atmosphere, it’s definitely a rare occasion to be in awe. It’s absolutely..."
HeraldSun Reviews
"This restaurant has been so famous as the best Chinese restaurant in Melbourne and I have been there finally with group of friend.We didn't know..."
Fussy Eater
"Impressed with the layout, service and ambience. Food hit the mark, and highlights were the pearl meat, wagyu cheek and dumpling seafood soup with..."
Thunder8621
"Flower drum was a great experience, heard a lot of good things about it so was good to try. We had the banquet menu which had around 4-5 dishes and..."
Davisco Sprincorza
"The flower drum is quality Chinese fine dining. It’s been around for years and is a Melbourne classic. When it first started it was in a class of..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Had a wonderful experience here. I felt immediately welcomed on arrival by many of the friendly staff. The restaurant has the atmosphere and ambience..."
Georgia Sing
"Treated to a birthday celebration here and was very impressed. This place is top notch. Not usually a fan of Chinese food but I am a fan of this..."
Johnny
"I went a little while ago and it was a great tasty treat. Amazing service and great food. Chinese like I'm not used to. Abalone and great Peking..."
John Carver
"Service - Very attentive and friendly staffs. They take their time to explain each dish and the ingredients used. Food - They are very..."
Oscar Lau
"Most people have a Flower Drum story, and a view on its merits as a big night out. Back when I first ventured there in my mid-twenties it was a three..."
Ben Lee Kong
"My partner and I came here last night for my birthday. The service was the best I’ve ever received, I’m left handed and within moments of..."
Look.its.sarah
"Ate tonight at the flower drum. A good fress. The food was delicious and the food was fresh, tasty and was nice. I felt a million dollars the waiter..."
FoodieGuru_770
"I’d never been here but had always wanted to come to this well known Melbourne icon. It’s an extraordinary experience with the food and service..."
Two Sheds
"third time to flower drum and what can I say it's flawless from the food to the service, you must try the dim sum it is the best in the country other..."
Flashfryer
"Best chinese i’ve had, the sauteed seafood is excellent, lobster is big and springy and presentation is different to your standard chinese..."
TD
"The food is very good and standard Chinese fare..service is outstanding too. Would love to give it five stars but it didn't have the wow factor ......"
The Cheeky Chomper
"It’s been many years since I’ve been here and not much has changed. Formal fine dining service together with Cantonese cuisine cooked and..."
Brillat_Savarin
"Chinese fine dining at its best. This place is a hidden gem. The staff are very friendly, and the food is substantially elevated from other Chinatown..."
Dumba
"Went here with my family and the service was amazing but the food doesn’t meet the expectations. The food was good, but not authentic Chinese and I..."
Alijargalb
"Always wanted to try flower drum been so famous in Melbourne. Finally had a chance to try it out. The service was excellent the food was delicious...."
Michfish
"Staff was great, scallops were divine, but we found the rest of the food average for the prices they’re charging. Glad I went, but wouldn’t go..."
Lindsay Marriott
"They say this place is an Melbourne Institution and I can see why. From the moment you walk in, the dining room has the confidence and grandiosity so..."
Jesskaar
"Flower Drums has a reputation for exceptional customer service and Cantonese cuisine fine dining experience. My last visit to Flower Drums was a few..."
Jolene Lim
"Best Chinese cuisine in Melb, they say... well, I'm still waiting for the drums to beat to the final bang. Having said that, it is after all a..."
Justsoph
"I first discovered Flower Drum from an issue of the Conde Nast Traveller magazine. A photo of thinly sliced, glossy crispy duck skin enveloped in a..."
Dolce Bunnie
"Delicious. Best Cantonese in Australia. Baked crab in turmeric sauce beautiful. Whiting with fried enoki so fresh and tasty it was amazing. Peking..."
Jen
"Finally got the chance to have dinner at the famous Flower Drum Chinese restaurant. The decoration of the restaurant was full of Chinese elements,..."
Jianierrrrrr
"Went here for our anniversary and loved it. Firstly going up to the beautiful red door so mysterious. Then up into the elevator and once the doors..."
Leanne Dando
"Had a great night at the flower drum. The service was very good and the food was excellent. The duck pancakes are the winner! Would highly recommend..."
Ben Carrington
"This place has been on the list for a while and finally we made it here , nicely set up and very organised was expecting a much more quality and..."
Good Food = Happy Mood
"Drumming to its own beat.Picture this. Earthbound entrance, unappealing lighting and a confusing entrance before jumping on the lift to..."
Michael Daaboul
"I'd heard great things in the press about Flowerdrum, but it didn't overly impress. We had the Chef's 6 course tasting menu. The food was good..."
RoxyMaxwell
"Easy to see why this is a Melbourne institution.  We actually went to this restaurant some time ago but only getting around to writing the review..."
Little Man
"Definitely worth the experience, service was amazing and food was delicious, not your average Chinese restaurant as some would say, all the flavours..."
Lucy Nguyen
"Fantastic atmosphere and quite possibly the best service we have ever seen in a restaurant. We tried exotic dishes like the jellyfish and the Peking..."
Tassie Eleftheriou
"A timeless classic, providing of course fantastic food with high class service. However for a fraction of the cost bamboo house or the likes provide..."
An
"I had heard so many positive reviews about this place and our first visit recently certainly my did not disappoint! Service was impeccable and the..."
Sneha Arora
"Food was delicious! Service could have been better as we had to keep trying to get the waiters attention to get menus and the bill. Then they also..."
Luciana Pinto
"Went here for an anniversary dinner as I've heard about this places lots I knew it wasn't going to be cheap but I don't mind paying good money if the..."
Paul Delaney
"Great food and ambiance, and the staff very attentive. The restaurant has a very good wine list and the food is served at a good pace to allow you to..."
Gursharan Chana
"What's not to love about amazing Cantonese food! It is a bit more pricey it the food is well worth it. The staff are so attentive! A great dining..."
Pinch Of Bacon
"Exquisite.  Perfect food combined with perfect service. The four course lunch menu for $75 is the best value fine dining experience in Melbourne...."
Wedders
"grandma's house - it's warm and welcoming, the furniture is comfy, your waited on as if you are the only person in the room and some the dishes,..."
The New Fave
"My first visit to this Melbourne Asian restaurant with the biggest legacy of all!Big boots to fill..... and fill it did!The..."
Chris Kilpatrick
"Hasn't lost its touch after all these years.You won't find better Chinese.You won't find better service. Every dish a winner. Peking..."
Foodie AC
"Cannot fault Flower Drum, beautiful food, beautifully presented and friendly staff... If ever there is a special occasion this is the place to go!..."
Lanz
"Firstly, service was ah-mazing! The waiters pay attention to every detail and attends to your needs. Stand out dish was the abalone with rice noodle..."
Carissa Lee
"Food and service meet the reputation . Enjoyed pretty much everything . We ordered two chef special , enjoyed every dish , and service is very..."
Julia Ye
"Polite and attentive service as you would expect. Great value lunch at $75 for four courses considering the quality of the food. Recommended for..."
Stan
"Been trying to eat here for years but couldn't land seats. So for my wedding anniversary, I booked a table 3 months prior to ensure we get..."
Olahn Zaft
"For my 4th year anniversary my boyfriend had arranged for us to have dinner at Flower Drum. As like every anniversary, I had no idea where I was..."
Caroline Beaney
"First time for me dining in this famous Chinese restaurantIts ambience bespeaks of its nearly forty years existenceI was impressed by the..."
Jit
"Flower Drum has a special place in our family as we always go here for special gatherings. This time around, my parents were meeting my brother's..."
Occasionalist
"One of the best dining experiences I've had. Been here a few times, each better than the last. Jason Liu is the consummate professional. The..."
Hungry_One
"We booked in for 6pm and left 3 hours later but time flies when you're having fun and good food. Entrees included San choi bao, garlic ribs, dim sum,..."
Helen
"I took a friend of mine from turkey to try some Asian food as she really wanted to indulge with Asian cuisine. I must say it looks really good from..."
Food Affair
"Who doesn't know flower drum? It is the quintessential Chinese restaurant of Melbourne. Many reviewers have dissected each dish and raved about..."
TheBearReview
"It really is a treat going to Flower Drum. It’s like entering a whole new world, away from the hustle and bustle and interesting odours of..."
Jacqui's Food Fetish
"The best dining experience I've had in Melbourne. The service here is at another level and the food is exquisite. Photos wouldn't do the dishes nor..."
Food Comatose
"This restaurant deserves all the accolades and more. If you're looking for Asian fine dining then look no further. Service here is impeccable, and..."
Guzzling
"Flower Drum does not need another glowing review but it deserves one anyway. For such an institution you might expect a bit of snobbery and..."
Johanna
"The Devil is in the details! thank you flower Drum for educating Melbourne Aussies about food, experience, detail and the rest. Well you know the..."
Restaurant Rescue
"You cant just go past Flower Drum.  There is no doubt it is still the best in the Southern Hemisphere. The service is fine dining and the food..."
Gary Taylor
"Still in bloom. Flower Drum has long been reputed as the leading Chinese restaurant in Melbourne - first under Gilbert Lau and then Anthony Liu. The..."
Missdelish
"Lovely service and meal at the flower drum , we had the 6 course banquet and enjoyed it all, faves were the crab entree and the seafood served on an..."
Terri
"Visited Flower Drum the Thursday night before Good Friday as we'd heard so much about it (I'm from Sydney). Very upmarket Chinese very different to..."
Polito
"What a fantastic birthday meal! This was our first time to the Melbourne Mecca of Chinese food. I know this establishment has been around for many..."
Chad
"Melbourne's renowned top Chinese Cantonese cuisine. Their grilled wagyu beef with fried rice, fried oysters, San Choi Bao, and Peking duck were super..."
J88
"For me, one of Australia's best restaurants and dining experience.The service is impeccable, the food is done to perfection and it's really..."
Sarah O
"Flower Drum is one of the few Melbourne restaurants that can be spoken of as an icon over decades. This year Flower Drum, founded by Gilbert Lau,..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"What more can be said about the Flower Drum. Service is exceptional. The restaurant is divided into three sections and the tables are far apart so..."
MelbourneMiss
"Only been once. Was kindly invited here. Probably too young to really enjoy it. This was a catalyst to me enjoying Chinese food. Awesome courses,..."
Tony
"I'd heard mixed reviews about Flower Drum so was excited to finally experience it for myself! We went for lunch and the staff were extremely..."
M.
"Visited here for lunch and it was a splendid experience. The service and attention to details was the best that I have ever seen. The waiters noticed..."
Nestor Tsioustas
"Flower Drum...what better place to celebrate a loved one's birthday than Flower Drum! Entering the venue and then being escorted up in an..."
Kaushik Sridhar
"Now this is a classy restaurant that impresses. The food is beautiful and is presented with precision. The waiting staff are friendly and extremely..."
Lee Pownall
"This place should get 5 stars for the service alone.  Our party was treated like royalty.  The food was incredible too.  Definitely a special..."
Rodger Reviewer
"Can I give 3.0 for their overly priced menu though? Haha. What can I say? Gourmet dim sum at its priciest figure. I love the..."
Hahappieats
"My partner and I spent our 1 year anniversary here. We got the banquet which was $150 each and enjoyed the many dishes that came with it. Food was..."
Steven Shipley
"The service was fantastic, we ordered the slow roasted garlic pork rib, shang hai pork dumplings, peking duck, also a beef dish with oyster sauce...."
Dave Zoogs
"There is a sense of splendour and occasion at Flower Drum, reflected in the menu which focuses on high quality, local ingredients and traditional..."
Maddie Loves Food
"Wow, attended the Master & Apprentice lunch which was a cook off between old and new Chinese chefs from Flower Drum and Victor Liong from Lee Ho..."
Melbourne Foodie
"After hearing about the amazing food at Flower Drum for the past 20 years, I decided to give it a shot. Our family went for my sisters birthday, and..."
Antigone
"Super high quality Chinese food, with a price to match. Certainly a reasonable choice for a special occasion, although there are alternatives with..."
C
"Finally I make it to Flower Drum! Uber Uber Exquisite! This place is class all the way! Service was just amazing, the waiter even fetched an extra..."
Uberfrauline
"I can't fault this place. It's the most perfect Cantonese food with 6 star service. Yes it's pricey but it's totally worth it for the..."
NomNomNom
"Fine dining with excellent service and very nice wine too. We had the 2014 D’sas Pinot Gris. The Peking duck was amazing as so many people have..."
Heidi
"This would have to be Chinese food at its very best. And a wine list to match. A great night out. All the food that came out was so fresh and..."
HH24
"The service is second to none. The waiters know the exact moment that you are ready to order and when to bring out your food and wine. I don't..."
F&K
"Wow! The Flower Drum exceeded my high expectations.. Our waiter was exceptional particularly when he took the time to give one of our guests a..."
Carla Kathleen
"I was taken to the Flower Drum for my birthday dinner. Not being overly familiar with Chinese cousine and after being told it was holding a..."
HungryPole
"What a great dining treat! Yes it's a bit old school but that's part of the charm :) What's the most important is the food and the food was fabulous!..."
Silk_rr
"We arrived at Flower Drum last night (Sunday) with no reservation, about 9.20pm. We were told by the man at the entrance downstairs that the kitchen..."
Tyler Brown
"Yes you still need to book 6 months in advance. Yes this place hasn't been renovated in a while. Yes it's expensive.However, they are very..."
Nelly
"Always a joy to return to this award winning Chinese diner. Well crafted menus, brilliantly cooked meals and skilled wait staff who'd warn you to..."
SN
"Amazing experience. Great atmosphere, service was impeccable and excellent food. We has an excellent evening and thoroughly enjoyed the experience...."
Kevin
"Iconic. All too true, and is proven from its old school approach on literally everything. Decor is true to this living legend and the service I can..."
Erin Burke
"Old-school service of classic Cantonese food. Such a great space to have a meal and be able to talk privately. The service was exceptional and..."
Tales Of Rose
"My parents used to run a restaurant opposite Flower Drum.  Growing up as a kid, I would always wonder what was behind the heavy red door across the..."
Chewing Is Exercise
"Came here for my birthday and had a wonderful time. Service is on another level and the food is delicious. Highlight was the sawtooth fish which I..."
Michaela Foodie
"Nice and spacious without the hustle of the latest fad places. Super quality food, let the waiter just arrange a suitable banquet to fulfil your..."
Gtime
"Outstanding food and fabulous services. Only in Melbourne for a couple days and decided to try the lunch banquet, really tasty quality food. It is..."
Natalie W
"Outstanding service and attention to detail, a really wonderful experience, many other reviews say it's too pricey but it is a special restaurant for..."
Sgue
"I was excited to try Australia's best Chinese restaurant but was a little sceptical on how good Chinese food could actually be. Our waiter was very..."
Simmybear Eats
"When you think Chinese restaurant, your first thought would be non-existent service, cheap decor and bargain food. WARNING: Flower Drum will blow..."
Nibblesforgiggles
"We approached the little red door in Market Street that signified we'd arrived. I didn't really know what to expect, but as we walked up to the..."
FoodMeUpScotty
"I began to frequent Flower Drum in the evenings on Saturday of all times with very little notice because like Tom Cruise's star, the hype and awards..."
Epicurean Of Southbank
"Fresh and moist, the cod was silky, slippery and velvety. Enhanced only by the spring onions, coriander and aromatic seasoned..."
Popcornandtoast
"Flower Drum is a successful establishment that has weathered through decades of competitions. Many travel magazines and bloggers around the world..."
Lydiapebbles
"Flower Drum, if it were a band people would be inclined to say it peaked some time ago, released some forgettable records for a good decade and in..."
Out Of My Kitchen
"My first impression said I was going to love Flower Drum. As soon as we arrived at Flower Drum, we were greeted by their pleasant staff at the..."
Angel Khong
"It was reported in the papers that due to the financial crisis, stockbrokers were cutting back their expenses and not taking their clients to Flower..."
I Eat Therefore I Am
"Get lots of good wine, get lots of good food and enjoy the place and the awesome..."
Jobe
"Everyone knows the Flower Drum song. No, I'm not referring to the Rodgers and Hammerstein version; I'm talking about the one that stormed up the..."
Libby Margo
"Just the best. Back to the flower drum tonight after some years. Just the 2 of us so could not really try too many dishes . After all these..."
Peter Hugall
"Delicious, yet expensive. Amazing food but out of the price range for most people. You can find heaps of great Asian food in Melbourne for a fraction..."
Chica_aus67
"Quality food and service...but you pay for it!. I had high expectations given the status that flower drum has. Our meals were of a high quality and..."
New 2 Bwick
"Great food but over-attentive service. Wonderful location - large dining room and tables set well apart allowing for privacy and ambience. The summer..."
Roy Burrows
"I liked it, heard so much about this place.. Thought it would be a little better all in all a group of 5... Pretty $$ but good food and..."
Food 2 Run
"Well worth it. Excellent food and service. Duck and crab were top notch. Some say it's a bit too expensive but for a special occasion I recommend a..."
Cmrickards
"FL gem among Chinese restaurants in Australia. I feel compelled to write this review after I read some critics of 'Over rated' on this restaurant...."
Ronnielui2003
"Excellent, as always. This is our go-to "Special Occasion" restaurant. This occasion was our 30th Wedding Anniversary. Superb service, plush..."
Manmar
"Loved it!!. Went for a Friday night dinner and from the moment we stepped into the restaurant the service was warm, friendly and very efficient. We..."
Christina Triantafyllou
"Loved it! Especially when my brother paid! Good food and..."
Marvelous Mark
"Impeccable Service, great Sommelier. First time patron to the Flower Drum and all i can say is that i felt compelled to write a review, which i've..."
AL87
"The best. Can't believe people can knock this establishment. Been here a few times - usually for special occasions and always walk away thinking that..."
Lunchalot
"Love this place!. Can only afford it once a year, but it always gets..."
Csebarber
"People! All I am reading is "value for money" or "for the price" forget that, if you want value for money by a pre packed luv a duck from Coles and..."
Professor Pig
"EXACTLY WHAT WE EXPECTED. We celebrated My Mum's Birthday here, and were not wanting for anything. Food (We ordered the banquet and one meal off the..."
Bomber Boy
"Best Chinese Restaurant. We went to The Flower Drum for our anniversary, and decided to go with the 6 course tasting menu with matching wines. All in..."
Stvar1
"Loved it. Fabulous service, including geuridon. Food was lovely, glad I had this dining..."
Cathprentice24
"Was a fantastic night! Great restaurant, great service, extremely attentive staff without being pushy! Food was..."
Bear Pollard
"I wasn't blown away by most of the food. The service was excellent except for the older waiter. He seemed to have a bit of an elitist attitude and I..."
K C G
"Great for special occasions. We've been going there about once a year for the past five years. I am always impressed by the food and the service. I..."
Igiveupitstoohard
"Excellent service and food. We had the 5 course banquet and all the food was exceptional and well presented. Could not fault anything. The Grain Fed..."
Angela
"Incredible fine dining. The food is exceptional although fractionally larger portions would make it so much better. Service is second to none. Be..."
Mark
"What a fantastic night From.... What a fantastic nightFrom the moment you walk into the door it is perfect service and magnificent food...."
Donm
"Food fantastic of course although unfortunately sexism at an all time high. Only male employees serving the tables while the women clean up and it's..."
Brunchisbest
"Cantonese Fine Dining. This place has a reputation and, for better or worse, it's certainly well earned. It's certainly not cheap, but then again,..."
Serrin
"Excellent Services. Live in Melbourne for many years and finally decided to try Flower Drum.. It was a Saturday lunch, food overall is good but a bit..."
CC
"Very nice Asian fine dining experience staff were extra friendly and always attentive. Food was incredible obviously you can find cheaper Asian..."
Foodie
"Wow..."
Jackson Fletcher-Coon
"Two things - everything old is new again and everything you remember is somehow better now. There are many restaurants in Melbourne where you could..."
Elsie The Cow
"This place deservedly belong in the top 50 restaurants in the world. The service tonight was topnotch, and not just because our orders were nearly..."
Woofman
"As always fabulous. Thank..."
JoeyKMB
"Went here on Sunday night. Nice place. Excellent, friendly service and staff were very attentive. Food was nice, serves were quite small for the..."
Foodie13
"The Best!. Have been dining at Flower Drum for many years now and it is always a pleasure.Perfectly executed food showcasing the highest..."
Xiao Long Bao
"OMG!!! The best chinese ever, the service and all staff fantastic, worth every..."
Megsmoo
"Nothing to fault. Best chinese food i've ever had, best service i've ever had. Was really good value for money too ... thought the serves were very..."
Mel
"Best service in Melbourne, terrific food. What can I say? It is simply a fantastic dining experience for a special..."
Melb Foodie
"Amazing way to finish off our weekend in Melbourne. The shark fin soup was amazing. Actually all the food, was to die for.service was great,..."
Marianna Di Gregorio
"Loved this place. Had the 6 course banquet paired with wine. Great service, wonderful..."
SuzieQ
"Fantastic service and food! Have dined at the flower drum twice now and it is amazing. The staff happily cater for me, being a vegetarian and even..."
Steph
"Standard maintained and still being followed. Didn't feel comfortable at first with their over the top service, but get used to it very soon. Their..."
Ryan
"Soft Shell Crab. Always great - i could literally live entirely off the soft shell crab and Tsingtao. Service is..."
Jodes And Mike
"$40 for 2 Course Lunch - YUM!. Yes, you can enjoy the Flower Drum for only $40 for a 2 course lunch or $55 for 3 courses.There are 3..."
Julie T
"Yep still the best cantonese in..."
Bridgethopkins
"Chinatown. Had dinner here on thursday night, the food and service are amazing. Best peking duck and chicken sweet corn soup. Fried ice cream is to..."
Samantha
"All class. The Flower Drum is classic, old school fine dining and is the perfect place for a BIG event meal. Yes, there are trendier, hipper..."
Yummy Mummy
"Old school chinese experience. I flew over from adelaide for the day to shop and lunch. when i arrived at flower drum i was pleasantly surprised from..."
Bianca R.
"Crazy not to enjoy. Words can not describe how much I enjoyed this place, from the service to the food it was all outstanding. If you plan on going..."
Machiz
"Amazing! 5 stars for their service, it was like we were the only people in the restaurant. Food was full of flavour and the toffee bananas for..."
Food Lover
"I have never had a Chinese experience quite like Flower Drum. Everything from the service to the food was quite literally perfect. No complaints from..."
Jack Shaw
"Lovely. We popped down for a la carte lunch today at the Flower Drum and ordered various dishes, all to which were artistically presented and full of..."
Katiza
"Fantastic dinner we had the 6 course menu , everything was perfect , amazing service the place was very busy as it was oaks day . I will def be going..."
Kim Black
"In the know. Best way to experience Flower Drum is to get to know a waiter - eg: Barney - we never see the menu, he suggests, (we always have the..."
Fair But Honest
"Peking duck to die for, exceptional, attentive service, fabulous menu, worth every additional..."
Leonie Green
"The service here is the best I've ever seen, and the Peking duck was to die for. Highly..."
Lauren
"Some of the best service I've ever experienced and the food was great. Waiters were so attentive and had exactly the right..."
Tammy Neilson
"Enjoyable Chinese but can be found elsewhere. The dishes didn't stand out for us, which we were expecting.. But they were still good and we left..."
Rob
"Things done right.. Have been there for lunch a few times and its been consistently good.Nice decor and very attentive service without being..."
Alano
"One of the best dining experiences ever. Amazing, fresh, interesting food..... Fantastic service, we had great wines matched for us...... Certainly..."
Food Critics Wife
"Best Chinese restaurant in Australia.. To people who don't like this restaurant what's wrong with you? I have been going for close to ten years.. And..."
Berbatov
"Great service, lovely food, painful on the wallet. My boyfriend and I had planned to go to Hauf Brau Haus (sp?) in China Town but when we got there..."
Talychka
"Mixed Bag. OK, after many visits to Flower Drum. I've decided to say something. Most of the food is still sensational, the service is outstanding,..."
Byte
"Service is impeccable! The food delicious, everything was spot on. However, really your paying for the service. The only dish that really stood out..."
A Team
"Speechless. Was phenominal!!Service matched the..."
Will K
"Fine night out with the family. It was my mother-in-law's 80th birthday on the weekend, and we'd planned well in advance to go to Flower Drum with..."
Louise
"Flower Drum, worth it. Had seafood and peking Duck, delicious. Staff..."
Socialite
"Saturday lunch is the go. If you want to avoid:- A second mortgage- Lots of snobby w**kers- Being seen in a future series of..."
Julian Shambles
"Will always have a soft spot for this place. Food is spectacular and the spacious interior takes me back to when I was a child and thought that place..."
Foodie_j
"Timed to Dine. Recently whilst working in Melbourne, four colleagues and I were left to last after a hectic week. Someone suggested a quick lunch at..."
Sir Lunchalot
"Faultless. My companion had flown in from Canberra the night before, spotting a review of a Flower Drum dish in the in-flight magazine. Mud crabs..."
Gin
"Very good food, but not the finesse & wow factor I was expecting. Hard to see value for money. Also hard to see how they get two hats. Impeccable..."
Narelle Grant
"So brilliant, what a night! Lovely service and yummy food. Well worth..."
Dee
"Not if I'm paying. Great spacing of tables. Some of the dishes world class, like the abalone. BUT it is tired and a parody of classy chinese..."
Boccadellaveritas
"Flower drum was yum yum yum!!! Went there for special occasion and it just added to our amazing evening! Fong our waiter was so sweet and was very..."
DB4SB
"Have been visiting FD for the past ten years and have always been happy with the exceptional service from the tentative staff and the amazing food..."
The Hungry Scorpio
"The BEST customer service I have ever experienced. Oh and the foods mighty good..."
Tina Stojkovska
"Highlights? The service, the pace and of course, the food. Steak to die for, Peking Duck that was just mmmm! Moment to treasure: they overheard my..."
Terry O'Hanlon
"Outstanding appetisers - Delightful calamari with spicy salt, good duck wontons, and great Szechuan eggplant. Then the wheels came off with the mains..."
Peter White
"Amazing service and amazing food, went for my birthday dinner with my boyfriend and our waiter made my night even more delightful, peaking duck is..."
Christie Cathcart
"Good food but over priced. Enjoyed the food but I wouldn't go if I was..."
U4128308
"Expensive but a must try (for a very special occasion). Flower Drum is most definitely fine dining - both in terms of price and service. Their..."
Hungry Princess
"Great service great food a great business still going..."
Hung Lo
"Anniversary. Thanks to my partner for a great 1st anniversary. It was off to a slow start as the service wasn't that quick, but once we had ordered..."
Krishna Brannigan
"As time goes by..... Been going for a long time...never disappoints.....the pearl meat is always a winner for me.But I can see in today's market..."
Gracefully Grazing...
"Set menu sets my canto instincts on edge but the drum pulls it off. However going phantom menu is the best way to order. Service consistent. For some..."
Tastybits
"Peaking duck!. Yes its pricey - but it is easily the best chinese in Melbourne if not Australia.You will not find better staff anywhere in..."
Anonymous
"Great food & service. well worth the..."
Richie Hunt
"Just outstanding. Having been going to the Flower Drum since I was young, it just never disappoints.The service - it just doesnt get any..."
Richard
"One of the few chinese restaurant you get good..."
Kong
"Simply the best restaurant service I've ever..."
Tiff
"Amazing. This is a beautiful restaurant with the most amazing service I have experienced. I enjoyed the pearl, dim sum and peking duck. Beautiful..."
Dani Lindsay
"Exceptional....... You have'nt had a great meal with great service until you have been to the "Flower Drum"........ I can't say much more except try..."
Matthew Jackson
"Always a great meal, go the..."
Paul Tomkins
"Best service in the world.. After a bit of saving I took my partner to the FD for the banquet. Whilst the food was great and the 'cheesy crab' will..."
Stacey
"How do you say perfect in cantonese?. FINALLY i got to try the ever so famous Flower Drum thanks to my beautiful boyfriend.We did the $165..."
Fat_kid
"Excellent food, superior service. Nuff..."
Racy_jacy
"A real flower .... We were treated to a degustation menu by the chef at his pleasure and consequently ours as every item was a taste sensation! Often..."
Stephen Sander
"Friendly service. Flower Drum's lost its lustre recently with the entry of new pretenders into Melbourne's dining scene. The food on its menu can be..."
Steamrollersam
"Yes it is stuffy, yes it is expensive, but the food is delicious. Do not eat shark fin soup as it is a barbaric practice. Tell..."
Jrgnsn_tjf
"Our first visit to Flower Drum in the "post-Lau" era. We went because our 9 year old has become something of a Peking Duck tragic. So, we went really..."
Heracles
"Just go.... ...and don't order from the menu. The waiter will tailor the banquet to your palate. Best enjoyed with a group of friends, a wad of cash..."
DanielB
"Amazing. Not cheap but brilliant food and service. The banquet is..."
NK
"Fantastic.... Try the Chef's Tasting Special. Authentic food, different from the run of the mill Chinese.The Duck is..."
Neil
"Big deal!. Probably is the best but for me it felt pretentious and I did not feel relaxed because the wait staff made me feel this way. So when you..."
Tony Parisi
"I have long been a fan and used to believe the food here was better than eating on Hong Kong where we lived for 5 years. But last time, I felt it had..."
Mike B
"I have always heard of this place as being highly rated for excellent Chinese food however never managed to pay a visit until we received a gift to..."
Jia
"The annual award winning 15 chefs hat restaurant lives up to its reputation. Fabulous environment for vivacious celebrations, superb food and..."
life
"Amazing atmosphere, the customer service was immaculate. We came as a group of four, when we ordered the mains they served it all to us all equally..."
Joy Dala
"So far this is one of the best Chinese restaurant with five star service. I can feel the warm welcome from the supervisor, it was very sincerely and..."
Guru Gun
"Ordered the Chef's Signature Banquet (6 courses) with the matching wine menu. The courses were all prepared well and the wine went really nicely with..."
Nathan Coates
"We had another wonderful dinner at our favourite restaurant in Melbourne. The flower Drum is one of Melbourne icon restaurants we have dined here on..."
Melissa Trainor
"Amazing quality food & friendly staff. My husband has been celebrating his big birthdays here from 18th, 21st, 30th to 4oth and every time the..."
Faye Mach-Phung
"Came here with a group of 11 for lunch. Although almost of the dishes were cooked well, I highly recommend the Seafood Soup Dumpling, Crispy Skin..."
M So
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"What can be better than a post tennis drink at this lovely bar? Sitting at the bar with cool wine and nibbles helped along by the obliging and..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"MoVida Next Door is the next door to MoVida, yes, I’m serious. We came in on a Wednesday night at 7:45ish and sat on the bar seats. Most seats were..."
Jaime Eat&Fit
"I keep coming back here because the food is delicious and the service is generally very good.  You cannot book here so you need to be a bit patient..."
Mel Cee
"Flavoursome and beautifully presented food. Lovely ambiance. Attention to detail is excellent. Felt some dishes (octopus) were quite small for the..."
Clare
"Tucked away on Hosier Lane is this amazing tapas restaurant that offers aS wide variety and they have specials on a board.The grilled octopus and the..."
M3lissa____
"Came here on a whim as it was a last minute decision after work, we must have been super lucky was our party of 5 were able to be seated pretty..."
LC
"Service was quick and the staff was welcoming! Staff know their menu and specials well and how to recommend so we just ordered one special from the..."
Justin R
"Oldie but a goodie. We rocked up here early anticipating a wait but we only had to wait 5 minutes for a table, sure enough the queue started to build..."
Mustard
"Great place for a late lunch (after the lunchtime crowd has dissipated). Good wine list, and a good range of specials. Mussels and churros are..."
Dumba
"Went there after the races for more champagne and some tapas. We asked the waitress to bring us whatever she likes, her choices were great. Loved..."
Tabi Ei
"3.5. Have been to Movida Original and Aqui previously but never to Next Door. There are more tapas and less raciones here than the Original, and the..."
Nalia
"I have to admit that I was expecting just another Tapas Bar, but was pleasantly surprised at the level of sophistication I experienced. It's not just..."
José
"4.3 is spot on. A cracking little place. The small dishes here are beauties. I had a few with my friend during our catch up today. We were..."
Two Sheds
"It's a bit tiny but cozy. Service was quick and staff were welcoming. Started with Sangria and it was pretty good, thanks to the bartender. Staff..."
Jessie
"Opened a whole new world of Spanish cuisine for me. Before this place, I had always associated Spanish cooking with paella. It is way more than just..."
Ferry Gondo
"My partner and I occasionally venture here for 'date night' and always enjoy it. The customer service is always lovely and their sangria is the bomb...."
Eatandbooze
"Came here with the family a few times and enjoyed it every time. Small and cosy place with dim lighting. Variety of dishes, great for sharing to..."
Bear Noms
"Always had amazing food and service, bit expensive but I guess u pay for what u get , will be back , great selection of Spanish taps , good option if..."
Simon Natoli
"Fantastic night out for dinner was had here.It is expensive so beware of letting your appetite get away from you.The seafood is delicious and tasty..."
Alik Evans
"Delicious, divine cuisine. I had a table by the bar, which was an interesting experience. The waiters were friendly and added to the ambience. Each..."
Abigail Pinto
"Excellent. Very delicious food. Good service. Great wine. Their tapas style menu and their bigger portions are all excellent. Could not fault one of..."
Melbourne Epicure
"Delicious Spanish/seafood tapas at decent prices. Great tapas selection as well. Their desserts tended to be more on the savoury side though. Great..."
Angel Khong
"Last night dinner, so good. Loved the barramundi wings and the croquettes delicious as always. Think I preferred the chorizo bun with the aioli over..."
Jen
"I purchased the cookbook some time ago but never got around to trying the food until now.We decided to give MoVida Next Door a go on a..."
Austin
"Always delicious!! Wine is good and love seafood dishes plus very good mood. Have to wait for enter but it's fair enough!!Definitely Number one..."
Hs.k
"Our meals were delicious and the service was excellent. Definitely want to try the other MoVida and will go back. So many GF options for someone with..."
Jami
"Great food, exceptional service and a buzzy atmosphere. Smaller space than its larger counterparts but turned out to be a great choice. Had to wait..."
Jackie Ellis
"Great place and nice atmosphere, next to the graffiti art alley.The food were tasty, just came to try out all of there finger food tapas, I..."
Foodie Guy
"This place honestly has the best Spanish tapas dishes in town! I love coming back because the food is always so consistent. I always come back for..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Awesome place with amazing elections of bar snacks, wine and staff. So get in early to ensure you have seats available.Paella is a must try..."
Larry Ma
"Oh wow! Another well delivered Spanish restaurant. Despite the no booking service, we were happy to swing by and waited 15 min for a seat. Tried a..."
Cynthia Giang
"Visited Movida during Whitenight. We had wonderful Tapas with great service. The Morcilla Blackpudding was delicious. The Croquettes were silky..."
Mr Bill
"We tried a few different dishes and each one was small and bite sized. My friends and I were left content however not satisfied. For the price we..."
Traceynn
"Called in for a snack. Got a table at the window. Service was fantastic. Waiter explained all the menu which made it very easy to order. Ordered..."
Lisajane
"Great Sunday lunch for 6 of us ending a huge weekend in the city. Left the ordering to our waiter Alex. Smart choice. Great food, his service..."
Peter Cracknell
"Love the food and atmosphere here. It's got a great vibe. Best for 2 or 4ppl. Not suited for larger groups. Else too squishy. If u go late at night,..."
Secret Taster
"Thoroughly enjoyed tapas and a drink here and it would have been even better with a friend or a group. It gets busy but didn't feel cramped. The..."
Pennae
"Food was good, as well as service. Loved the scallop with parma ham and brioche donut. Was a little pricey to me but normal for Melbourne's CBD area..."
Kristie Koo
"We wanted a table for 6 and had to wait an hour or so on an early Saturday evening. We eventually had to squeeze at a table meant for 4 but we were..."
Natasha Lim
"Loved having lunch here!Separate GF menu available allowed plentiful tasty options being coeliac.Couldn't fault any of the dishes my..."
Fiona Gass
"Great atmosphere to this place and a very convenient place to swing by after work for some Spanish dinner & drinks! I'll concede that the result..."
Jay Contor
"Waited just over half an hour which was expected for a Friday night. Restaurant was loud and crowded. Overall good Spanish tapas experience. Very..."
Catherine Tran
"On a Friday night, after work, I love this place. Great place for when you feel like a couple of tapas dishes, everything seems to be filled with..."
LaFussPot
"If you love spanish food - or even if you don't usually love spanish food but appreciate delicious, full of flavour food - then get yourself down to..."
On Sunday We Brunch
"Best Spanish food in town! Set menu is great to sample all the tapas this restaurant got to offer. Would definitely come back and recommend to family..."
TT
"Regular place, very very lovely and friendly staff and very delicious dishs ,but the price is a little bit ..."
Abdullah Hamad
"We stayed right next to MoVida on a recent trip to Melbourne, and my god it was delightful. Went for dinner one night and between the four of us,..."
Dxzx
"Hmm, I didn't enjoy this place as much as it's counter part however it is still pretty good. I loved some of the drinks they had going and well the..."
Darren Borg
"Had some tapas here. Really fresh, interesting food, a good range of sharing dishes and the service was great. This place gets packed so I'd..."
Timinmelbourne
"I've been here twice & the food is good. It's always busy & can get quite noisy. The banquet is always a good choice. The paella is delicious..."
Zuma Sinclair
"One of my favourite go to places in Melbourne. It's so different and perfect for when you don't feel like a formal sit down dinner. Love the casual..."
Nige12
"I've come here several times after work with my partner on date night. Reasonable prices, food is always delicious - specials normally change but..."
NF
"Loved it. Great food, delicious wine and friendly, sharp service. Can't fault this place. It's obvious why they are always so busy. Will be back for..."
Simone Louise
"Interesting decor and food. Staff friendly and prompt. On the negative the eggplant chips were oily. Also considering it was pretty casual it's..."
Priya George
"Went here last night and was not disappointed at all! We were able to book a table which is rare for Melbourne these day and sat at our table as..."
LittleMissPiggy
"A spinoff of Movida Restaurant, Next Door centers around a bustling bar and is a crowded, loud yet convivial eatery. Mosey up to the bar and meet..."
Jolee Pink
"Loved it here (again) had a 30 minute wait and started getting a little nervous as we were headed to the Taylor Swift concert, but as soon as we were..."
Krishna Brannigan
"Service:The bar waitress is really lovely n passionated. I guess she is the boss coz I never experienced so much enthusiasm from a person works..."
Lily Song
"Wow wow wonderful. We six negotiated the scary Spanish wine list with able assistance, then chose a dish each, mainly specials. Expert staff..."
Check Please
"Food is exciting and interesting. It's mostly hits, but there are some misses. I only wish that the service could be better. I sometimes feel that..."
An Antelope
"Great croquettes. Great atmosphere. Hammerhead sharks are overrated. But yeah oi Maney, Hey mate. Seeing Christine Anu tomorrow. Keen? Let us know...."
Adrian Ciconte
"Great venue. Great food. Great company. Very delicious meal and the service was great! Highly recommend. Oi Age what are you doing this weekend?..."
Sean Maney
"Awesome atmosphere! Food was devine and mindblowing Air DRY WAGYU IS Hatted Worthy dish. Holy Cow. Duck Patte is omgf! Guys drop ur pants and try..."
Howard Phung
"My first visit here, we came for lunch,Overall a terrific experience,Scottish ( I assume) big waiter was great, his service..."
Niceguy
"My girlfriend took me here for the first time. I had absolutely no idea what to expect. I could only wonder what i was about to get myself into while..."
Young Couple :)
"Came here for drinks early on a Sunday afternoon looking for some sangria and churros. We were lucky enough to get a standing spot by the window..."
Tay Tee
"Had late lunch! Great food! Loved the pinchos of codorniz. The tortilla was delicious, good beer. Good churros. Great place for tapas!! Recomend..."
Clemencia Liliana
"Good service, good food. We had a perfect spot on the bar, which give us superquick service. It's a little bit expensive, but worth it. De Toro..."
I. D.
"Small little tight restaurant. Found myself sitting on what seems to be bar stools for dinner, while not sitting at the bar. Not much privacy between..."
The Hungry Hippo
"Amazing little tapas restaurant, close to flinders st station. Always packed on the weekends, but delicious tapas. The green beans with bacon was..."
DumplingDoll
"We've been here quite a few times and it has consistently been a great place to go. Staff have been extremely helpful and managed to give us an..."
Tara
"My favorite restaurant in Melbourne.  Great knowledgeable staff, and the food is always a dead-set knock-out.  I've eaten there probably 10..."
Anthony
"We were lucky enough to get a seat as a walk-in. Been to this place so many times and thought I'd check it out again to see if has changed. The food..."
Hungry Ronin
"I love it ..."
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"Fantastic atmosphere. One of those busy crowded restaurants where you can hear the rumble of a thousand conversations without struggling to be heard...."
Ashley Dyson
"Great place for late night tapas. It is always crowded and they don't take bookings so expect a bit of a wait however if you have a late dinner you..."
One Piece Left
"Interesting for people watching. Great tapas if a little pricey. Worth it for the experience. Drink sangria in the summer and Spanish sherry in the..."
SusieQ
"Part of the MoVida Restaurant family, Next Door centers round a bustling bar and was a crowded, loud yet convivial eatery. We sat at the bar and..."
Jolee Pink
"Was craving for dessert with a HK tourist ... it's hard to find a place to have dessert on sat night... Luckily Movida Next Door gave us a great..."
Melbournespoon
"Really enjoyable food.  The waiters/waitresses knew the menu items backwards and recommended well.  A pleasant evening and looking forward to..."
DS
"GEM.as soon as you walk in, you know you stepped into one of melbournes gems, the place has a great vibe and great service food is of good..."
Levi Catalbas
"We came here on the off chance of having a meal before a show. We were very lucky. The staff were super friendly and gave us a table. We ordered our..."
Regallizy
"I prefer it to the 'real' movida. More casual and the food is great. If you can get in there either side of the peak dinner times it isnt too hard to..."
Elgar
"Love the atmosphere but the food too salty for my liking but the flavour was there. I'll need to book next time and try Movida. I'll visit this place..."
Con Stanley
"Great atmosphere, super yummy food! Highly recommend. Only lost a point as portions were super small for the price and the pork neck although tender..."
Karunia Marshall
"Great Spanish tapas bar in a picturesque location in Melbourne with amazing street art along the lane right next to Fed Square. I’ve been attending..."
Edu VN
"Movida Next Door, the more casual dining venue to the original Movida @MovidaMelb, presents a bustling atmosphere where one can enjoy tapas and a..."
Shaun D'Monte
"Amazing and high quality food, each of dishes is authentic and flavorful Good vibe and reasonable prices (approx. 45 pp for two girls without..."
Minn Wu
"Food was absolutely amazing and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Highly..."
David Sou
"Great food, wine and atmosphere- a really great place for delicious food - very authentic Spanish..."
Danielle McNicol
"Loved our dunch! Great sitting at 4pm for late lunch/early dinner! Excellent service. Great food. Good vibe. Melbourne hospitality at its..."
Katrina Corr
"I would say my favourite Spain restaurant in Melbourne. Price is reasonable and taste is..."
Bella L
Tsindos-the Greeks Restaurant
88/100 (3015 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Greek
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Lamb
Fish
Seafood Platters
Pork
Lamb chops
Prawns
Meatballs
Beef
Octopus
Gyros
Moussaka
Eggplant
Kabobs
Salad
Souvlaki
Calamari
Halloumi
Calamares
Sit down
Mediterranean
Greek
Reservations
Seating
Full Bar
Table Service
Accepts Credit Cards
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"A small, down-to-earth restaurant. Relaxed atmosphere, delicious food and wonderful service. Definitely..."
Anne Wallace
"Great food, the absolute best meal, service was exceptional, cannot recommend this restaurant highly..."
Neil Noack
"The food was on the more expensive side but every dish we had tasted amazing! The staff were friendly and luckily we went early as most of the tables..."
Elaine Richmond
"Fantastic food Awesome service Great people Highly recommend this restaurant They also had the best, most softest delicious ..."
Christopher Spiteri
"I love tsindos. Alex went out of his way to accomodate us and Georgina has to be the best waitress in the world. The food was amazing. The service..."
Shawn Bergquist
"Beautiful traditional greek food. Owner was personable and friendly. He went over and above to accomodate our gluten free needs... Definitely a must..."
Ilana Offman
"Best greek in Melbourne, not only the food but also the experience. Come here everytime I'm in melbourne and I'm yet to have anything other than an..."
Bec O'Brien
"I have to commend the owners and staff of Tsindos restaurant in Lonsdale St Melbourne. At our Christmas team lunch yesterday one of our colleagues..."
Judy Murphy
"Good food and even better service.. the staff and owner made sure that we were well looked after and food was simply..."
Maximus Amit
"Beautiful meal at a great price!! Came here in 2015 and tonight the meal was just as we remembered!! We will be back, thank you..."
Jodie Leigh
"Great service and great food. Would definitely recommend this..."
Carol Merrett
"beautiful food so yummy and friendly service even as it was late that I arrived for a meal...so would go..."
Athanasia Kalantzis
"Great food and great service, especially from my favourite waitress,..."
Jack Coupar
"Excellent food and service! Authentic Greek food and..."
Jenine Langridge Vuleta
"Food was exceptional, staff amazing & would highly..."
Tracey Jackson
"My dad was in town and craving Greek food so we tried this spot. It's quaint and cute and feels "authentic" so our hopes were high. We ordered a..."
Quince And Cheese
"We visited as a family of 8 and were not disappointed. The lady that waited on us was very patient with two elderly parents that we had with us who..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"This restaurant has a nice homely feel when you enter. It was quite crowded when I came here for lunch but my friends and I were able to get a seat...."
Rhonni
"Great food, and the waitresses were amazing. I had the homestyle combo with their casserole of the day, rissole, and moussaka with roast vegetable,..."
Braden Hunt
"There was a big improvement on my two recent visits here, compared to many years ago. Taramosalata and Melitzanosalata were excellent, as were the..."
Christopher Alex Pavlidis Garkinis
"We came to Tsindos for our work Christmas lunch, a bit of an institute as one of the last remaining Greek restaurants on Lonsdale Street. Initially..."
Mustard
"If you like traditional Greek than you will like this place. The food is wholesome and homely. Each time I go there (twice now) I feel like I am in..."
Mira Listar
"The banquet here was enormous. Lovely selection of authentic Greek food. Highly recommended. Had to order a side of dolmades here, a little bit..."
Ciro
"Great Atmosphere, wasn’t packed, which was perfect for conversations without having to yell, meals were good and satisfies the spot, the main meal..."
Richard Tom
"A fantastic Greek joint in the CBD... nice relaxed atmosphere with simple tasty food. Ordered the lunch banquet... did not disappoint! Try..."
PedGetsFed
"A cool nice Greek restaurant in the CBD, went for lunch with colleagues and tried the lunch Specials have to say it was really fantastic and the..."
Christopher Jayakar
"Here is one of my favourite Greek restaurant. Before I mention the food, their set up is just great with a Greek touch and warmth. Their..."
Fatih Zeydanlı
"Best traditional Greek restaurant in the city. Come for proper meals, functions or events where you want to actually be able to talk and hear..."
Stephanie
"So, you want to try Greek cuisine? Book here! My wife and I ordered the standard banquet for two. Superb dips, fresh tasty salad, cutlets,..."
Chinook
"Quite impressed with the fantastic and welcoming customer service at Tsindos - made us feel like we were at a family gathering with way too much..."
Avolette
"Food and Service: We were really excited to visit this place. Loved the food. Meat was cooked to perfection. Loads of vegetarian options. Staff was..."
Aashish Lokhande
"Couldn't find any major fault with our Monday night meal experience, place was busy but staff were on the ball and food was beautiful with no long..."
Food Monster
"Great food, great wine, great service, GREAT restaurant. Had the dips, meat and vegetarian platters and saganaki all delicous. Worth a..."
Paul
"Busy and friendly Greek restaurant  near our hotel. This place didn't disappoint, the staff were welcoming and helpful. I had a typical moussaka, my..."
Kerryj
"Delightful service, delicious food and huge portions - what more can one ask for?We came to Tsindos as a mother daughter pair of Perth..."
Keely
"Lunched today at Tsindos (one of Melbourne's iconic restaurants since 1984) at opening time of 11:30am, I chose the mixed souvlaki (4 x 6" marinated..."
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
"Traditional Greek cuisine on Lonsdale st. Once upon a time this was the Greek precinct in Melbourne- now there's maybe 4 Greek shops- Tsindos is..."
Christian Clarke
"We went here for a friend's birthday while on a trip to Melbourne. We booked a table for 8.30pm but when we arrived were told that they had sold out..."
K.bolton.11
"Enjoyable authentic Greek food. Busy but good service . Dishes were generous and meats tender. A good night. Proprietor had to turn several people..."
Tina Berrigan
"Love the food here, the staff and the simple but welcoming decor. Plenty to choose from, and vegetarian options too. Delicious! Oh, and one of the..."
Luke
"Good food and a great atmosphere. The staff were friendly and helpful. We loved the fact that we could all try the Greek wine before ordering a..."
Carmel
"Fantastic food. Beautiful food and keeps improving every time we go there. The staff are very friendly and the place has a very homely feel to it...."
Jayant
"We came here before a show and the Pros: great food and service ... Cons:when paying by credit card the waiter pointed out the tip button Bad taste!..."
Monte
"Great Greek!. We had our work Christmas lunch at Tsindos and it was a delicious success. Food was beautiful and the service friendly, efficient and..."
Michaela.lobb
"Traditional Greek Food. Excellent food and top..."
Hennequinj
"Night out in Melbourne. My wife and I had dinner at Tsindos on Saturday 2nd January. The service was excellent, the food was magnificent. We felt..."
Brent Bruns
"Absolutely delicious food- and staff were very attentive, was a Sat night also. Highly recommend..."
Elle G
"Good food @ good price!. Dined alone - wait staff were okay about my not wanting the table in the window so offered a discreet table on the side of..."
Foodie
"Tasty food, even better service!. Food was amazing. I had the combination where you got to try the moussaka, the cabbage rolls and the lamb and it..."
Nikita.s.khatri
"Incredible!. Extremely DELICIOUS and truly authentic Greek food. Massive portions, even by Melbourne standards, which really impressed us. Needless..."
JJ
"Excellent Meze. We had some entrees as a Meze the spicy lamb was excellent, the chargrilled calamari was perfect and tender, while the fried zucchini..."
Paul
"Fantastic food, fantastic service, brilliant night. Far superior than The Windsor Hotel, and without the price..."
Robbie D
"Great on a cold night. Enjoyed the food very much. All hearty, well proportioned and affordable. Small, family restaurant. One table occupied by..."
Saliero
"Really nice restaurant. Small so I would suggest booking a table as many people were turned away.Dips are yum & very traditional. Meat was a..."
Domini Carroll
""We had the "Banquet 2". The value was great; lots of food. The drinks list was very bare, and what I did have (Shiraz - the only one on the menu)..."
Part-time Foodie
"Love this place. When in Melbourne we always have to come.. Food has always been consistent and even though it's generally a long time between visits..."
Sweet Pea
"We had a fantastic night at Tsindos & would recommend calamari, lentil soup & souvlaki. Food was prepared quickly. Wait staff were attentive &..."
TravnRach
"Best Greek in the CBD. Simp.... Best Greek in the CBD.Simple fish, Greek salad maybe an authentic soup... Service is average,For a better..."
Leo
"Really awesome!!! One of the best meals that I have ever tried!!! 5..."
Alberto
"Very good. Take a friend or more and share the platters. Great food and generous portions. Best greek in melbourne. I'm a repeat..."
Timmy K
"Very good food, little overpriced. I dined at Tsindos recently for a work function. The food was very good, the service was prompt and attentive and..."
Sweet Tooth
"This place was amazing! Intimate, great decor. Friendly, attentive and helpful staff. Great menu that is reasonably priced. Food is AMAZING. Had the..."
Eugenia Flynn
"Everything here is delicious, especially the lamb..."
Helen H
"Best Greek food!. We took overseas visitors to this restaurant - we had a lovely, friendly waitress and service was fantastic. We had the banquet. I..."
Sarah Anderson
"When we've been away from Melbourne and come back we head for Tsindos. They make us feel like we've come home. The food is awesome..."
Sheryl O'Sullivan
"One of the best Greek food I had in a while, value for money and service was great. The waiter was really friendly. I would come back..."
Dublinese
"Fantaatic! Well priced, excellent food and service. Well worth a..."
Tracey Crump
"Super awesome 👌🙂 Had the large Mixed platter spit roast with Mixed dips, Pita bread, Feta&olives. Scrumptious food. Lively place. And of..."
Nancy Varkey
"One of the juiciest gyros you can fine in Melbourne, it's so soft and tasty!! The dips are also yummy to my taste, and pita bread was flesh,..."
Aiji Zhan
"This was my second time coming to this restaurant (years apart), and it was just as good as the first time I was here! This time I had the chicken..."
Janna Nystrom
"Second time came to this restaurant. You always find a queue outside restaurant but it’s moving quite quick. We ordered Hot sausages, Mixed Giros..."
Shirley Chan
"Stalactites is an iconic Greek restaurant with classic Greek dishes and a unique dining room experience with stalactites hanging from the ceiling..."
Daniel
"Had a three to share meat platter which is more than enough even for four of us. Taste good as well. The herbed snapper was delicious too! Pita bread..."
Stella Lim
Movida Aqui
88/100 (3687 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Quail
Oyster
Cuttlefish
Calamari
Beef Cheeks
Mussels
Arroz Negro
Tuna
Calamares
Lamb
Fish
Tapas
Pork
Cod
Prawns
Beef
Tortillas
Salad
Octopus
Crab
Paella
Clams
Croquettes
Duck
Sit down
Mediterranean
Spanish
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Seating
Table Service
Full Bar
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Lunch
Dinner
After-hours
Mid-range
"I’m a caterer and the main chef in my business, going out for a meal is almost always a disappointment for me as I come from an authentic Spanish..."
Halo Nolan
"Fresh exquisitely prepared food. Smart flavours and great portions. Very friendly staff and lovely..."
Shannon Raffe
"Tapas are outstanding. Love the cauliflower cream and beef cheek. The chicken rice was a bit disappointing..."
Girlpower Celia (GirlpowerCelia)
"Amazing ambience,diligent and friendly staff and good food.The calamari burger was awesome.The portion of wagyu beef was a bit heavy in the set..."
Prathibha Ragesh
"Fantastic atmosphere and intriguing decor. Love the vibes here. It's a great place for a special occasion. We went for a triple date and had the..."
Adam Bell
"I had on this place on my bday and Oh, My boyfriend couldn’t had chosen better!! The environment is cool and relaxed, but with a really nice..."
Vanessa Wingert
"It's a great place for a fine meal and is known to book out as a result. The staff are friendly, polite and knowledgeable but it's the food and wine..."
Nick Wadsley
"Outstanding service. We had a member of the party with accessibility challenges and booking staff talked through possibilities for optimising their..."
Amanda Purdue
Portello Rosso
88/100 (2503 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Tapas
Ribs
Prawns
Meatballs
Octopus
Beef
Paella
Seafood Paella
Patatas Bravas
Salad
Croquettes
Duck
Lamb
Mussels
Fish
Pork
Sit down
Spanish
Mediterranean
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Mid-range
"Friendly prompt service and amazing food! A bit of a wait with paella but so well worth it! Had tapas while waiting, specially loved the ham..."
Cristina De Leon Tolentino
"We are there for lunch. Beautiful attentive staff and service. The olives and pork belly were a great start to our skis lunch. Followed by duck and..."
Mandi Ashcroft
"Had a great meal and service here the waiter in the blue vest was very accommodating and friendly. The croquettes are amazing along with all the..."
Chris Varsamakis
"We celebrated our xmas party set menu was amazing. I will be coming back to try your seafood paella....sangria half a litre to myself was..."
Effie Mylonas
"The staff are extremely helpful and the food is excellent can't fault this little hidden..."
Glenn Oldfield
"Lovely atmosphere, great service and excellent food. Tried 2 of the sangria's and loved them both. Would definatley recommend to friends and will be..."
Ness Bushing
"Fantastic tapas. One of the best outside of Spain. Wanted to come this past weekend but was..."
Ivan Medard
"I looooove how cozy and romantic the atmosphere is here with its Spanish style decor. Highly recommend the tartar. Beef was fresh and the..."
Kitakai
"Portello RossoSensational Spanish Tapas and PaellaThis wonderful restaurant is slightly hidden in Warburton Lane so make certain you..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"Had the best dinner here on Saturday night! Love how Portello is hidden down a lane in the cbd - you'd never know it was there. The design of the..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"This place is a lovely little gem in the alleyways. I took my gf for her birthday here. The tapas did not disappoint and we had some..."
Mr S
"A regular haunt for me whether I’m with friends, colleagues or clients. Great tapas, fantastic wine and beer, superb atmosphere. A nice piece of..."
Dave Moolman
"Unlike most, I don't have much to say about the tapas. Me and my wife went primarily for one thing: the paella.Best paella in Melbourne! (Well..."
Mr NomNom
"Went there for my partners Birthday. We had a lot of fun there. Al the waitresses are really friendly. The food was very very good. We had a really..."
Alessandra
"Excellent spot, lovely atmosphere. I went with my wife for lunch and we were lucky to be seated on the chefs tasting table. We got a few..."
AJ
"First of all I want to thank the staff of Portello Rosso for providing exceptional service to us on my friend’s birthday. Thank you especially to..."
Caroline Beaney
"Hidden alley way gem! Some of the best tapas I’ve eaten in Melbourne. Love love love this restaurant! If it wasn’t so busy, I’d probably come..."
Great Restaurant Mentions
"Food is good and the service is good as well. A bit hard to order because the menu is not in English and there is no pictures for the food. Very nice..."
Yuxi Li
"We wanted to eat paella but actually it’s only on weekdays (tue-thurs) that was sad part but thats my fault I didn’t check the menu properly when..."
Ayakayaka701
"A hidden Gem! Definitely one of my regular spots for Melbourne, as all good finds, tucked away in Warburton Lane off Lt Bourke Street. This place is..."
Melbourne Food Girl
"Came here for dinner with work colleagues. Food was fantastic as well as the service. Loved it! Just too pricey so only for once in a blue moon kinda..."
Myrsz80
"It’s hard work choosing a parent-friendly restaurant when yours are a) hyper critical Asian parents who think they can make whatever it is..."
Sonia Nair
"The food was SO good!!! Servings sizes are on the small side so do order a few mains to share if you are in a group. Also do great churros..."
Evelyn Wu
"Beautiful atmosphere and very friendly staff. My favourite would have to be the grilled lamb chops, they were so succulent. But I'll definitely be..."
Fatcat
"As an avid tapas and all things spanish lover, I can honestly say that Portello Rosso once again you have knocked my socks off.The beef cheek..."
Natalie Rebershak
"We have been here several times and they are always awesome. Scrumptious tapas and plates of all denominations arrive as described. Make sure you..."
Michael O
"What an amazing little gem this is! Stumbled into this place by accident and what a surprise, it was wonderful. As a lover of all things tapas, this..."
Simply WonderFood
"OMG.. the food.. try as much as you can.. often you are met with bold flavours, then soothed by melt in your mouth moments. The servings are of a..."
Descartesmuse
"We have only been here once and had really enjoyed the food and service.I can’t even remember which tapas we had. Everything was..."
Secret Taster
"I am in love with this place. All the drinks and food were divine. My favourite was definitely the succulent lamb ribs. Staff were very accommodating..."
Melbourne, Let’s Eat
"This place looks awesome on the inside and the staff are really hospitable. The entrees we ordered were lovely however nothing really stood out..."
Natasha Sonsini
"This is our first time trying a Tapas place. Hidden at a quiet corner, this tiny restaurant has a cosy ambience and great music. We were greeted..."
Sarah Tan
"nice place～the waitess is so nice!!!!!!!!!!!!We also enjoy the time we spent at there.Will be there again once we have another..."
Xin DU
"This place has all the markings of a great Spanish tapa restaurant - slightly hidden away, cosy and welcoming decor, warm lighting and a fairly..."
Foodme
"My friend decided to have her birthday dinner here and booked a reservation for 7pax. Since there was a group of us, we decided to go for the chef..."
LittleM
"We booked dinner for 2 at 9.00 pm on White Night Melbourne. We arrived on time and our table was immediately available. The staff welcomed us..."
Lindsay
"Was taken to this place for Valentine’s Day :). Upon first impression, I thought this place looked very nice and romantic :). We ordered the chef..."
Kira Dinh
"Lovely tapas restaurant with lovely staff and service. I has the Calamar which was grilled with a beautiful aioli. The Paella was delicious. Even..."
Aimseebaby
"My partner lived in Spain for half year and that’s the reason why I really want to try Spanish cuisine once. Probably that’s the way to pretend..."
Kaseyzz
"One of the best Spanish tapas restaurants in town! Got there slightly earlier than our reservation time so we were directed to their bar next door..."
XiaoHui Teo
"So full!!! We ordered the banquet and I like the pork belly the most. The skin is crispy and the meat is soft. But it is bit salty. The paella is..."
Sinwellxiaowei
"I’ve been there years ago and revisited it recently again. The standard is still great. We had very good food and wine. One of the best Spanish in..."
Sarah Bear
"just amazing! Our fav in the cbd. A real romantic ambience, great food and fabulous drinks. Must try the pork belly (partner said it’s to die for!)..."
Aldotbrady
"I was excited about coming here with the Meetup group tonight and have some Spanish Tapas. Portillo Rossi is down a dingy looking laneway in the..."
Sarah Loves Food
"Portello Rosso is one of the Melbourne CBD's most popular and well regarded Spanish restaurants. Their menu focuses on their range of small dishes..."
Melbourne Culinary
"A Spanish hideout in the CBDDecor is good, we sat upstairs which I think was a good spot, those tables downstairs looked a bit tight for..."
Splendid
"Had 4 tapas.Scallop，small size but cooked good.Croqueta-ham hock，is that a flour ball？Tortilla，likes a egg pie mixed with..."
Alexis Chan
"Let's keep it short and simple! This place gives you the feeling that you are in Spain from decor to seating and location. Sangria was magnificent, I..."
Amid
"I went here with a group of friends and had the veggie paella and a few tapas with some wine. All the food was delicious, the staff were sweet and..."
Always Hungry
"The staff were very friendly and the food was delicious but alittle small for the price I think. Went for lunch with 5 other people and we ordered 5..."
Amysyder
"1) Ambience and Interior - the interior was really cute and it gave off really good vibes. I would say it's a great place to catch up with friends..."
CHRISTINE
"Paella is strongly recommended. One of my friend is allergic to seafood , so we order the other one. To my surprise, it's by far the best paella in..."
Aria L
"Always fun to wander down a Melbourne lane looking for a new adventure. started with some tapas and at the wait staffs recommendation we ordered 2..."
Brunny Girl
"Portello Rosso is an amazing restaurant. The food was delicious, the decor was fresh and the staff were friendly. The dishes that stood out for me..."
Kirsty Haggerty
"First of all, I can't thank the staff enough for being so accommodating on time when half of the guests were stuck on trains due to signal issues...."
Vincent Wang
"Saturday night dinner to celebrate my 31st birthday. The staff were very accommodating with our booking. Portello Rosso has a great feel. The wine..."
Emma
"I had a great time. Great starts and the pork belly was sensational! The paella too was sensational from memory. I would go back for sure as I..."
Kimberley Leggett
"Even though the food was pretty decent, was pretty disappointed with the portions of the food even though it was stated as mains (for communal..."
Yiling
"Really yummy food with amazing service in a cute atmosphere. Service was amazing. We had some tapas and paella. Churros to finish. Would definitely..."
Brianna John
"Have been looking for a good tapas bar for quite a while now and i think i have found the one. The food we received was worth every $$ and will..."
Lover Of Food
"When you walk in, you're greeted with mouth watering aromas that make you excited to eat the food! Absolutely incredible food! A little expensive but..."
Occasionalmelbfoodie
"Paella was the best I have ever had. Amazing. Ate till I burst the food was so good. Beautiful environment, fantastic service and a great atmosphere...."
Zoe
"Pretty good experience with my friend Jimmy. Lamb rib has too much oil but it can be understood. We share an egg cake together. Not many people..."
元霸李
"This place is lovely, I was taken here on a date and I enjoyed my time here and my company. The food is very delicious, and please note, it is tapas..."
Sallysfoodadventures
"Amazing service, atmosphere and food! Enjoyed many of the entree's and small plates, as well as the paella. Cocktails and drinks menu had variety and..."
Andy
"We were seated on the upper floor, which is a narrow dining space best for groups of 2-4. (I found the tables  too close to one another.) The ground..."
Julycheee
"Whilst pricey， the food here was pretty good. We had the paella (amazing)，beef skewer (very good)，croquettes (very good)， patatas bravas..."
AaronN
"It had been a while since I'd treated myself to a more upmarket feed, and I was very happy that I'd made a good, safe choice with Portello Rosso. We..."
Jimmy Chew Food
"After a revisit to Portello Rosso due to a accidental mis-understanding, my partner and I had a great time indulging in the chef's menu, which..."
Ravvy
"Atmosphere 4/5Service 5/5Food 4/5This is a great place for spanish tapas. Good for catching up with friends or for a dinner date. Very..."
Kat_Eats_Mel
"Came to this lovely place hidden in a lane way in the middle of the CBD last friday night. We were warmly greeted and taken to our seats. The staff..."
M&A
"This is my go to place for Spanish food. The tapas had a lot of variety, some were a little bland but there's was a lot to choose from. The paella..."
Ray
"Almost there with the top Spanish restaurant in town but fall short. Great service and have a very nice ambient feel on the top floor. Medium sized..."
Thevangogh
"Reliable, tasty Spanish. Had croquettes, prawns, lamb ribs, salad, paella and drinks. All tasty dishes. Service is attentive and friendly. Will..."
Lachlan
"Little options for drinks if you aren't drinking alcohol 3.5/10Food overall was 7.5/10 LOVED the croquettes and desserts but wasn't a huge fan..."
Darian
"Great tapasNice food Make sure that you have booking before you go , the chance to get a descent table is very low Love the bar on..."
Aniiyyo
"This place was so accommodating - we only had an hour to spare before going to the theatre and they allowed us to prebook paella for 2 (which would..."
Monique Mike
"Lane way dining in Melbourne always opens up to new and exciting food. Portello Rosso definitely brings something new and exciting from its location..."
Our Foodie Finds
"Haha casual dinning that cost over $150 for two people! Sarcasm aside I just felt a little disappointed. Tapas was nice and fun to share but oily...."
Perky
"Place is 6/10Food is 7/10Service 6/10 Quantity 3/10Price per meal 4/10- all in all, nice for a catch up with friends but not..."
Zainab
"I absolutely loved this place.We made a reservation for 7 online. It was easy and they confirmed via email and text.When we..."
J
"I've been wanting to go here for a while. We were jammed in a corner upstairs which was slightly crampy and didn't reflect the vibe downstairs sadly...."
James Patrick
"Came here tonight for Mothers Day. Service wasn't super attentive to us which was a let down. The tapas "pequenos" and the larger sharing plates..."
Ammy Elle
"Came here for a special occasion and it was definitely the right choice! The ambiance was great and loved the decor too. While the restaurant was..."
Lime N Coconut
"The restaurant is not that easy to be noticed but really a good choice to eat Spanish food. I think the courses are all authentic, and the paella is..."
Siyou
Grossi Florentino
88/100 (2477 ratings)
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Lasagne
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Tortellini
Calamari
Tortelloni
Risotto
Cannelloni
Tuna
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Calamares
Pesto
Fish
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Prawns
Antipasti
Beef
Ragu
Wild boar
Tortelli
Tiramisu
Pasta
Salad
Suckling Pig
Crab
Octopus
Duck
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Fine Dining
"A fabulous dining experience from beginning to end. We arrived early and had a drink at Ombré Salumi next door where the staff then personally..."
Louise Malizia
"Just dinned Upstairs and what a meal We had the 6 course menu. The food was amazing. The service was awesome and the staff had excellent knowledge..."
Michael Lumley
"Absolutely devine. The food was fantastic and the staff were exceptional. Do yourself a favour and get the Taglierini prawns zucchini. Our waiter was..."
Linda Vella
"Definitely the best Italian in Melbourne. The three pasta dishes we had where fantastic, could not fault. The rest of the meal was superb..."
Sergio Paglialonga
"We had an exceptional gastronomic experience in the dining room. Exquisitely presented delicacies as well as beautiful food from the al a carte..."
Gail Jenkins
"Dinner last night with my beautiful wife. Outstanding service so a big thank you to all the staff! Amazing food 10/10 for the chef the Venison was to..."
Todd Shone
"Been here several times over the years, with my wife. Grossi has never failed even once! From their service to the food and wine, nothing could be..."
Ash Jayasinha
"Perfect late afternoon lunch. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu options, specials and wine choices. Meals were the perfect..."
Narelle Kearney
"This is a must visit for me on any trip to Paris in Melbourne even though it's for Italian food and coffee. Not just any Italian food and coffee,..."
Rohan Squingle
"For my partner, Ruth and me this is an experience which comes rarely. We enjoyed every aspect of the experience, which for us as we journey with..."
Peter Whitefield
"Fabulous food, great service very nice decor but noisy. Not a deal breaker but it does need some acoustic dampening. I did eat at the grill..."
Mark Houston
"Awesome dinner. Degustation menu with matching premium wines. Personal appointed staff from beginning to..."
Murray O'Dea
"Known as one of Melbourne’s finer Italian restaurants, we were super excited to see what the hype was about.Upon arriving at at booking..."
Tony
"Yes I ate more than just their amazing desserts. From the ambience to the polite staff this place is not your ordinary dining experience...."
Breakfast_Adventurers
"Hailed as a fine dining institution in Melbourne, we were more than excited to dine here. We got the 6pm reservation and was ushered in upstairs...."
Vi Dang
"Beautiful setting with very attentive service. The food comes out quickly and the flavours are for the most part good (just the whitlof is a tad..."
Dumba
"Well we ventured to the formal dining upstairs at this Melbourne tradition and all I can say is WOW!We decided in for a Penny in for a..."
Chris Kilpatrick
"This was a real 'Wow!' experience. The food was perfect. Literally perfect. Tasty, creative and exquisitely presented. The waiters were entertaining..."
Kim @FabulousDining
"At a place like this, you predict fine service. It was formal, Italian, considered and professional. From the little stools to rest your bag, to the..."
Melbourne Lifestyle Blog
"I’ve been walking past this place for years wanting to try it and finally decided to go for my partner’s birthday. We chose the Gran Tour menu..."
Chau Nguyen Evans
"Haven't been back to Grossi for years and we wondered why we waited so long to return.  Room has a lovely feel, waiters were attentive, some a bit..."
Melbourne Foodie
"There is a reason this place is one of the many food icons in Melbourne.Along with mulitiple glasses of wine it was a treat.We..."
Split The Bill
"Been to all three shops here...and it’s all good!!! Really a great place that keeps things simple and tasty! Very similar to Takumi Japanese..."
Great Restaurant Mentions
"I’ve always wanted to go to Florentino Upstairs. It’s an icon in Melbourne. I was surprised by the decor; it’s much more subdued than I..."
Honeylishuss
"Amazing experience. I’ve booked this place for my partner birthday. From the moment we set into the restaurant everything was on point. Friendly..."
Dublinese
"Amazing, Amazing, Amazing. We walked to the top of the stairs to be surprisingly greeted by Guy Grossi. He was relaxed and friendly. He kindly..."
Rita
"MFWF express lunch - Highly recommended!! The service are way above expectations (even better than some of the high end elite restaurants I’ve been..."
～Happy Neko~
"Upstairs serves spectacular food, lovely service, and a lovely environment. We often visit for special occasions and Grossi never..."
Graham Connolly
"Booked for a special occasion and we were treated quite specially. Hats off to the waiters, very professional and they know exactly what is in their..."
Prithvijit Roy
"We expected to be blown away with Gross Upstairs but were somewhat underwhelmed. The food was delicious, the service was perfect however we felt it..."
Charlie And Ko Reviews
"You absolutely can’t beat Grossi upstairs for service l, amazing food and the kind of lunch you want to settle in for until the early evening - or..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"Very different, great food, very traditional yet very creative, definitely on the more expensive side for what it is.Worth the experience,..."
Dave B.
"Delicious Italian food and very traditional. Loved that they gave us a goody bag with pasta and sauce after dinner. In terms of atmosphere it was a..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Cannot be beaten one of Melbourne all time greats, wonderful food, wonderful service, wonderful atmosphere 5/5 a dining experience we definitely..."
WePreferEatingOut
"Grossi upstairs is one of the finest in Melbourne. And possibly one of the original finest. The story about how it all started is quite interesting,..."
KnowingMelbourne
"What can I say? If I could, I would give this place 10/5. It was seriously that amazing. But perhaps I am getting ahead of myself. This is how fine..."
The Domestic Traveller
"Service was flawless- rare find of perfectly balanced silver spoon service with friendliness in Melbourne 10/10Sommelier knowledge and..."
Lily Fullgrabe
"We have been here 3 times and enjoyed the experience each time. The egg ravioli is amazing and the cheese platter is a thing of beauty! The service..."
Pinch Of Bacon
"Last week, Gastrology joined  Grana Padano representative, Elisabetta Serraiotto in sampling rich, aged Italian cheese at Grossi Florentino where..."
Gastrology
"Went to Grossi Florentino at the end of February for dinner to celebrate my bday.My partner mentioned was my bday so when we arrived was a card..."
Cindire Do
"One of the top notch, chef hatted and award winning Italian premium restaurant in Melbourne city. Absolutely loved every single dish I ordered,..."
J88
"My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Grossi Florentino Upstairs. Pro- superb service. All staff were exceptional. Attuned..."
Foodaholic
"Warm and cosy ambience, good service and amazing food! We were on a set menu , Ink squid Risotto was great and lamb was cooked to perfection! Will be..."
Food Affair
"This is my second time at Grossi Florentino upstairs. The service was great although the food took a while to arrive. We had the lunch menu..."
Mizpiggy
"Dinner with friends at Grossi Florentino last night. You don't get to be a Melbourne dining institution without doing alot of things right. The word..."
Dave Ansett
"This restaurant is a Melbourne location that is special for so many people.Being inside this place is like being in an Italian high class dining..."
Christopher & Marian
"Having dined at the Grill a few times I finally managed to get a table at Florentino Upstairs, the fine dining experience from Guy Grossi. After..."
Aussie Meets World
"Our experience at Grossi Florentino was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we ascended the staircase we were treated like absolute..."
Schnitzel Von Krumm
"Always a delightful experience in dining, with traditional cuisine accompanied by a wide selction of aperitifs and wines, and inconspicuous but..."
Stephen Harrison
"After years of meaning to visit Florentino Upstairs, my wife and I finally took the opportunity on a day off work and we headed in for the Veloce..."
Tim Keong
"What an amazing restaurant! Came here for my 23rd birthday and was blown away with the quality of service and food. We were immediately greeted at..."
Nick Rogers
"Upstairs is the fine dining area, versus the more casual grill downstairs.  Lovely dining room, impeccable service, and lots of "extras" through..."
The Napoli Alert
"Really enjoyed our dinner last night. We had the 5 course Gran Tour, and loved it. Service impeccable, atmosphere lovely, and the food was top..."
RoxyMaxwell
"Had an amazing 5 course set menu dinner- each dish was amazing- Guy Grossi is one of Melbourne's premiere master chefs. The wine suggested to us..."
Christian Clarke
"Wow! I have never received such amazing service. I have many diary requirements which the staff catered to without a fuss. They completely modified..."
Ashleigh
"One of my absolute favourite restaurants to go to in Melbourne. The service is always impeccable, the staff make you feel very special. The food is..."
Gemma
"I would give 5 stars for venue and service, chef Guy Rossi was so sweet and kind. We even had little gift to bring home. Food was underwhelming, I..."
TT
"Absolutely beautiful meal and wonderful service. Can't believe it's taken so long to try it! Will definitely be back for more of that tortellini! ..."
Hummus
"I mean to visit this renowned two hatted restaurant since three years ago and eventually could have a lunch there last Monday. When we walked..."
Ronnielui2003
"Exceptional service and a delicious menu. We enjoyed the 5 course tasting menu that was tasty, interesting and perfectly balanced. Cannot wait to..."
Stu Harvey
"Do: the a la carte so you can pick your own. Favourites are always the steak, the duck, pasta with liver, the risotto, the chocolate soufflé and to..."
David Food Leasing
"This place was fantastic. The service was exceptional and the food was even better. The wait staff were extremely knowledgable and seem..."
Claudia L
"One of the nicest fine dining experiences we've had in Melbourne. A class atmosphere with genuine and unpretentious service. Perfect for a date night..."
RyRy
"Perfect in every way.Setting, food, wine.I have been to many high-end restaurants over the years and this was as good if not better than..."
Richard
"Old charm Italian in a stunning setting Service is as good as it gets, wine service is beautifully Italian that gets really personal, a..."
Adam Smogurzewski
"We were at Grossi Florentino Upstairs last night with one of my close friend. First things first: Service and waiters were such gentlemen so..."
Sertac Tanriverdi
"After visiting Grossi Florentino Upstairs it is hard to find anything that can compete with the standard of food and service, I will always find any..."
Monique Alexandra Maclean
"I have been to Grossi florentino at least 30 times, not counting all the times I have been to both of the downstairs restaurants. Every time I..."
Nicole P
"Went for a special occasion, divine. Every dish was perfect. We had several additional tasting dishes given to us as part of the service...all..."
Peter Farrant
"Fist five star on zomato. Went for the truffle festival. Oh my goodness. One word. Truffle. Then. Heaven. Each dishes are well doing. Will come back..."
I_M_M_ND_
"Lovely lovely place. Supernice atmosphere, outstanding service and good food. Only downside... you've got to pay for it all ;) You get 3 courses for..."
I. D.
"Ox tongue pastrami and the honey ice cream were worth the trip to this establishment alone but the ambiance, stunning artworks and beautiful..."
Innafatkid
"Guy is a master at fine dining. This is a totally awesome place for a special occasion. Place looks like a museum and food is as good as anywhere in..."
Shane Lucas
"I had dinner here about 12 months ago and came away from that night thinking this place was one of the best 3 or 4 in Victoria.Was there again just..."
Richard
"Magic at every turnThere is nothing bad I can say about the experience we had hereWe came for Dessert. Not only were our desserts..."
Stuart Widdison
"2 visits in last month. This place has faltered in recent years but the swagger is back. Polished floor staff and Guy Grossi working the floor again..."
Uroldoc
"Had a lovely night here with friends. Beautiful setting and lovely food and wine. The prices are a bit high but this is to be expected for this..."
Pari Yass
"Anniversary dinner. Wanted to impress the new girlfriend and so I chose a place that I hoped would match the occasion and it definitely didn't..."
Yahya_eid
"Amazing food and simply flawless service!! The little bag chair is such a nice touch. Can't wait to come back. Thanks to the team at Grossi :)..."
Foodtingtons
"My husband & I had a lovely long lunch today, trusting our sommelier Joe to match the wines for us. It amounted to a thoroughly enjoyable dining..."
Joy
"There is a very good reason Grossi Florentino is called an institution. Just incredible on all levels and enjoyable in every way. Yes it is..."
Sheldon Florence
"one of the best restaurant, me and my friends had a great experience..."
Annie Ng
"Fantastic service. From the lady that helped seat us to all of the waitstaff - absolutely phenomenal customer service. By far the best I've had in..."
Ian
"Love this restaurant for it's consistently fabulous food and meticulous service. It's been a while, but it didn't..."
Carolyn Valka
Laksa King
88/100 (10133 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
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Australian
Australian
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Gluten Free Options
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Dinner
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After-hours
Pork
Chili
Duck
Calamari
Calamares
Curry
Prawns
Noodle
Beef
Laksa
Cakes
Dumplings
Fish
Eggplant
Fried rice
Salad
Sit down
Australian
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Full Bar
Takeout
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Cheap Eats
"Been here a few times and every time it is delicious and comforting! You can ask for mild if you don’t want spicy. Portions are great and..."
Annabel Khamly
"Our favourite dine in and takeaway restaurant in Melbourne. Been there 20+ times and the flavours are always the same...."
Bee
"Love Laksa King dine in and takeaway - great nasi goreng, salt and pepper chicken ribs, salt and pepper calamari, and..."
Selina Kneale
"i love laksa..."
Naomi Sitompul
"laksa, Nasi and mi goreng is always..."
Vi Tran
"Laksa is really outstanding in this place. But beware of huge bowls - perhaps enough food for 2 people. Gets crowded at times but worth the..."
Kean Fan Lim
"When you want to experience a great Malaysian food done right, big proton and at amazing price. This is where you want to go!It doesn't..."
Food Dine Roll
"This is one of my favourite Laksa joint. Love their Laksa. And other menu are also great. Their customer service is great too, it is unfortunate that..."
KDM
"Been going here for years, consistent delicious food. Can be bit of a wait to get in but 100% worth it. Food comes quick and fast..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"We had the Ipoh Fried Noodles, Roti with Satay Sauce and Combination Curry Laksa. Both of them were tasty, although the curry laksa could've been..."
Lauren Prentice
"The place to be for a great laksa. Love all the different types of (perfectly cooked) veg they use - my only minor complaint is that some more tofu..."
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"Been here once last 4 year , today with colleague come over lunch omg , it’s busy but the manager provide us a great service and friendly staff..."
Pierre Pie
"The food are amazing as usual, great flavour, fast service, everything is on point. However, they have removed their Happy Hour 10% discount without..."
WK
"I seriously love this place.Have only ever really ordered the chicken curry laksa and 5 spice fried chicken and it is continuously amazing. have..."
Dylan James
"I was brought by for dinner by Malaysians since they say that the fish head soup is really good and authentic. They got their soup and really enjoyed..."
Benedict Uy
"The best Singapore Noodles I've ever had!  and I'm quite a picky wog girl to say the least!  The restaurant is always booked yet they still somehow..."
The Hungry Greek Girl
"child friendly place to eat - with high chairs and kids cutleriesthese are some favouritesroasted chicken ricemee..."
Jonathan Ong
"One of my favourite restaurants. The laksa is rich and delicious. Serving sizes are large and great value for money. Highly recommend the 5 spice..."
Andrew David
"Laksa King is local to me, luckily, as I’d be having to drive from everywhere to eat there. Delicious roti bread, and tofu laksa - both vegan..."
Tom Simak
"My score 4.5 stars (avge of 2 reviews, multiple visits). J and I had lunch here on Thu 19th Sep. Service ok, efficient, and food was..."
Prof. Pinky@LunchLab
"Authentic curry laksa with delicious broth and good portion of ingredients of chicken. We also loved the mee goreng which was flavoursome and tasted..."
Bear Noms
"❤️ laksa king fried rice ($16); Assam laksa ($13.20): fish fillet curry laksa ($15.50)👍 great tasting food; fresh ingredients in..."
The Superscript Diner
"Overall score : 4.5/5We came here around 7pm on Wed night and we did expected it wasnt busy any longer for a table for 4 but we were quite..."
Sally SMITH
"We booked our table for three at six o'clock so recommend you book which is an option now to stop long waits. Its quite a pretty restaurant though..."
Mike W
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: always a pleasure, never disappointed. 🍩Lizzie enjoyed: my one true love is definitely a good bowl of..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Laksa King is an institution. Arguably Melbourne's best Laksa, there will always be a line when you come for a bite. But it's well worth the wait...."
Kotix
"One of the best places for value and food. Laksa for under $12 with generous serving size and great taste. The ambience is good. This is..."
Tommylicious
"First laksa experience, however I have nothing but nice things to say. Ordered the chicken curry laksa, an entree with skewers and dumplings and..."
Harvey Maxwell
"specialty seafood laksa 😍 flavour reminds me of the little streetfood gems in malaysia 👌 all i can say is try it for yourself, you will not be..."
Melbourne Food Wanderer
"Take away or dine in!! Food is always good here when you’re feeling like a little cheeky Chinese cheat meal. The Laska and roti beef is pretty good..."
Tasteforyourbuds
"On a cold Melbourne night, nothing beats going to Laksa king and having a seafood laksa to warm you up! Perfect size fo sharing accompanied by some..."
Samuel McCall
"Quick service and always consistently delicious food. Wait time for a table is never long no matter how busy it gets, food is prepared quickly, very..."
TN.TRN
"Best laksa in melbourne.Generous servings and value for money.Duck fried rice and nasi goreng also delicious.Available..."
Megan Kong
"We loved 😍This place has the best laksa we have had in Melbourne! We have been here countless times and it is consistently as delicious as..."
Withaknifeandfork
"Restaurant is very fast pace. Have been coming here for months. Incredible food and service always. Laksa King is well known for their famous Laksa..."
Foodie Sam
"The laksa noodle soup here is really yummy - I do not usually like laksa but man I slurped it all the way to the end. The soup is really..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"Fast service offering delicious, fresh, flavoursome food.Large portions, definitely affordable, cash only, no bookings taken so get in early or..."
Kelso
"Our go to Malaysian restaurant. Huge recommendation on their laskas and vegetable stir fries. Never disappointed. Only negative is that you most..."
Echohomekitchen
"I probably would have been here more than 20 times now and it is so famous (and good) that we have to wait everytime to be seated. My..."
Devarshi Desai
"Should've written this weeks ago. I'm someone who loves a good laksa and so I'm always concerned when somewhere says they are the 'laksa' anything...."
The Wandering Reviewer
"My Key Three Pointers *They need you in and out * No cards but if you need cash they have a ATM🤣* If you eat between 5.30-6.30 10%..."
MsConnoisseur
"Laksa king is a real the real King in Melbourne of Laksa everybody knows that. Deserve all 5 stars for food for price for location for service, and..."
GL
"Ahhh....the legendary Laksa King, still doing a roaring trade after all these years. They serve authentic Malaysian cuisine in a very busy..."
Sunny Days Melbourne
"Fantastic Laksa.We ordered the Combination Laksa, Fish Head Laksa and the roti bread.  Large portions at cheap prices. One miss..."
John B
"Best laksa in Melbourne. I would also recommend their char kwetiau and chicken rice. They also serve nice malaysian dessert such as ice kacang...."
Fendi
"Best laksa in Melbourne. I am normally not a fan of curry laksa but this place change my mind. The roasted chicken rice is delicious too. Affordable..."
Michi
"Malaysian eatery specializing in LaksaThe place is quite big, lots of seating and since it was a friday night it was pretty crowded. There..."
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"Had a very tasty meal here with a large group of people. All the meals ordered looked good and everyone was pleased with their meal. Food was..."
Robin
"Great food here and food comes out really quick. Love the vegetarian laksa with extra eggplant. Beef curry and roti here is also really good...."
Whalesfoodadventure
"It's lucky i can have dinner in this famous restaurant. One of the best Asian restaurant in Melbourne. Chicken curry is tender. juicy and of course..."
Jiaqi987261
"Our local takeaway - we always go for the laksa (of course) or haianese chicken and it’s never disappointed. Very efficient, tasty, and authentic..."
Julie Lim
"The food is very fresh, tasty and well priced! My favourite is the chicken laksa, it's a very generous serve and can feed 2 people for just under..."
Foodie123467
"Hands down the best laksa ive ever had in my life!! The portion is great and the price is even better!! The rotti is also unreal, very fresh doughy..."
Sara Ramadan
"Never get bored with all of the laksa (noodle with spicy soup) options. It comes in a large bowl, you might want to share it with ur partner. I have..."
Yuni Winingsih
"All Lakshadweep I’ve tried have been great!! My favourite the chicken one with only vermicelli.Service has been great, however due to..."
Cristhian Lugo
"This another place to go for when I am broke.They offer wide range of selection to choose from.The crispy chicken used to be my..."
Hon
"The food here is amazing this is the only Malaysian restaurant I will go to in Melbourne. Ingredients are awesome, very tasty and such quick service..."
Hazz
"My friend and I ate here last night, I hadn't been before but was excited to try the menu after reading so many great reviews.The..."
Simmyeats.Melb
"The boys with one of our other colleagues and the girlfriends made a surprising trip down to Flemington for Laksa King on a warm Sunday..."
Pisang And Goreng
"I have been there many times before and I can see the change of host people. The blonde girl doing host is super-friendly and patient why trying to..."
Melbourne Newbie Foodlover
"SO DELICIOUS. I cannot speak highly enough of laksa king. The service is speedy and the food is always delicious. Only downside is sometimes you can..."
Tara Rain
"Always crowded with people and I ordered a spring roll and a seafood laksa. The spring roll was great with the sauce. The laksa was not bad. There..."
Karl
"Came last Saturday! Ordered 2 big bowls King prawn laksa, 1 portion is normal and the other bowl with no bean sprouts! Plus the entré the spicy soy..."
Douglas
"LOVED this place! It is always super busy and not sure if you can book. I went with two of my friends and we waited only a few minutes to get a..."
Bree
"Used to come to Laksa King a lot when I was a student. Came back for a visit last week and it was still super busy like 10 years ago! Had to wait for..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"I been there many times but that is really not my favourite food actually. Not fun with Malaysia food, so Only came with friend. Restaurant is good,..."
FoodLoverQueenM
"Incredible food! It’s definitely worth the wait if you don’t mind sitting close to other people. It never disappoints! Amazing Vegetarian Curry..."
Kristen
"Have been here a lot of times and tried a variety of their dishes and most of them are worth ordering again and tastes simply Yummy!!Curry..."
Parag
"From a tiny shop in an arcade to this bustling, prosperous eatery, they have been consistent in delivering great tasting Malaysian favourites in..."
J0yy173
"A friendly and bustling environment, serving out the most famous Curry Laksa to hungry costumers. With a high 4.7 rating on Zomato, Laksa King never..."
Cindy Tran
"I used to live in Malaysia and i miss Malaysia’s food so bad. Whenever i wanted to eat malaysian food, i’ll come here and enjoy the food here. It..."
Steven Yuniansyah Suyanto
"Had not been to Laksa King Flemington for around ten years but it is just as good as I remember! The place was jam packed but we were seated..."
Sf32393
"Fantastic dishes from Curry Laksa to Fish Head Noodle to Five Spice Chicken! Nasi Lemak was just alright. Been back here a few times, giving it a 4..."
Jessica
"We went there around 5.30pm and we didnt have to wait in the line. But after 6 there was a long line. We ordered Curry Laksa Chicken, and it was..."
Ebmrs
"Laksa King6-12 Pin Oak Crescent, Flemington, MelbourneOne word to describe Laksa King, Solid. If you’re after delicious laksa or..."
2bytwo Adventures
"We had the Hainanese Chicken rice & noodle soup takeaway. They are all great, very authentic Malay taste. Very considerate that they put the noodles..."
Janet @ Perth
"When most people think of Flemington, they mention the racecourse or Laksa King. And there's a good reason why. Laksa King is simply amazing. Great..."
J “Ryan” C
"I don’t think I have to say anything. The reviews speak for themselves!! This was an efficient vibrant busy Tasty pleasant experience. The staff..."
Nathan Killick
"I dined here back when they opened and can only say it’s even better now. Perfectly balanced spices in the curry laksa. Nice little touches and..."
Dr Jones
"My work colleague Jack has rated you highly, so I was keen to try this place out. I opted for takeaway as my colleague was on his way into work. The..."
gjcc73
"Beautifully done laksa’s and a good variety of Malaysian food that you can choose from. The place is always full, we went for a weekend for dinner..."
Keyur Dandekar
"Place to be in Melbourne for tasty, mouthwatering Laksa! We’ve been coming here for years but due to Covid and kind of living faraway, it really..."
Kaye Zamora
"Yummmm laksa sooo good! The curry chicken with roti is also good. If dining in, there's a limit of 1 hr so you pretty much eat and go! Service is..."
Al Sen
Rice Paper Scissors
88/100 (5987 ratings)
Restaurants
Thai
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Mid-range
"Finally got to try Rice Paper Scissors, after seeing everyone go! So much yummy food, loved the fusion and the combination of flavours available!..."
Joanne Liu
"Cute place to have dinner with flavoursome dishes that packs a punch. We had 7 tapas dishes and a bottle of red that came up to around $160 but well..."
Lightworker Trinh
"4.5 stars Rice Paper Scissors is quintessentially perfect Asian fusion. The tapas-esque menu offers a plethora of flavour-packed dishes that are..."
Melbourne Food Monkeys
"Food is to die for! Love this place!..."
Anna Shannon
"Great lunch today was so great to to our regular waiter..."
Kenn Ayres
"Quick friendly service - Food was excellent with highlights being the fried barramundi and the eggplant tempura - would I go back..."
JB
"Everything we ordered was delicious and filling for its..."
Wearekimleaf
"What a great place with exceptional flavours and seriously good cocktails. Our group of four opted for the $37 a head five-course dinner special -..."
Aaditey Bains
"Oh my gosh we love this place!! The food is always so yummy! We’re never ever disappointed highly highly..."
Brogan Duyndam
"The food was yummy but we felt as though they didn't really want us there. We were largely ignored for our entire meal, then at one point the..."
Leshae Brown
"Visited Rice Paper Scissors for lunch at 12pm without a booking and we were seated immediately (although the place quickly filled up by 12.30). For..."
Stelly
"The food is great but the portion size can be quite small especially if you're sharing between 4 people - not sure if they didn't change the portion..."
Angelica
"Great venue for a small work function. Share plates we inexpensive and great. Great..."
Matthew D Benson
"One of our favorite places to dine in and always recommended it to friends when seeking a new place to try. Go more than once and try their..."
Khrisey
"Great vibe with friendly staff... great food to share... we came here in the afternoon so not so busy as it would be later... loved the Vietnamese..."
Donna&Shane
"⭐3.7/5We were seated at 9.30pm on a Friday night after placing our name at 8pm for 2. Initially when ordering, we decided on 4 dishes but..."
Maddie Lee
"Just as delicious as it’s Fitzroy sister! We had the twice cooked chicken and crab curry specials, the lamb ribs, barramundi and roti. All were..."
Karina J
"The ambience of the restaurant is cozy! The service staff was very friendly and knowleadgeable. Worth definitely the visit, the que is long, so if..."
Srslyfoods
"We had a great experience here, the wait staff was really friendly and helpful, the menu were really unique, Philippine style cuisine, the dishes..."
FoodieInMel
"Must go to restaurant in melbourne and definitely have to try the lamb ribs!!! I always go here when I'm down there...."
Karen Liang
"Good food but too cramped for space. Would be great if there was a bit of space to move your hands without wondering if you are going to knock..."
Rastafarianf50
"Having only moved to Melbourne at the beginning of the year, Rice Paper Scissors has come to be one of our favorite spots! I love the idea of sharing..."
Amy Read
"Great place for dinner despite the long queue. If you plan to come here, be sure to expect at least a 40 min wait. But the wait is definitely worth..."
Eleanor
"We got to experience an amazing Filipino experience! This venue is modern and decorated with its Filipino traditional style. We all sat on communal..."
Agreekable
"Fabulous restaurant.There was a line of people outside the door on the night of my visit, and I soon found out why. Service is sharp,..."
Famished
"Rating 5/5Service ★★★★★ Food ★★★★★ Ambience ★★★★★I've been to this restaurant countless..."
Urban Muncher
"This place is so great! Great for sharing and trying everything! I recommend to book as this place gets booked up and even when you have booked..."
Emma Louise
"Staffs were friendly. We only wait for about 5 mins during dinner time. Lamb rib is my most favourite dish. Then Tina sashimi and Thai BBQ (source..."
Jessica
"This restaurant is hands down one of the best Asian fusion with sharing menu! Every single item that we ordered was just fresh and of the highest..."
Rifan Thamrin
"This is my one of the favorite place for chilling dinner with friends. I like foods that with coriander and restaurant’s special sauce would be..."
Be Honest
"Probably one of the best restaurants in Melbourne. The staff were anything but dull; and were extremely chatty in the best way possible. The level of..."
Mafrazamjah
"Food was amazing and the service was excellent as well! I would recommend getting a reservation beforehand because waiting is usually about 30mins up..."
Kimberly Wijaya
"Came here to celebrate friends birthday. Food is great, we shared a few small dishes. The let down is their service, a bit pushy for my opinion which..."
Hon
"Finally having an early finish to work we were able to make our way down to RPS for a dinner session, it was already pretty full and we had to settle..."
Mustard
"excellence staffs and meals. We were waiting for half an hour to get in but it totally worth the wait. Food was supb packed with flavour and very..."
GabbieFood
"What a vibrant and busy restaurant. There is always a queue for waiting list here so make sure you’re early or you’ll have to wait very long for..."
Humble Anna
"Coming on a Saturday night with no prior booking, we had to wait for an hour or so, but the waiting was worth it. The service was top notch & the..."
Salwa Gautama
"This place is so small and overly occupied - best to book a table and make sure you get there in time as they do not hold the table for long. We..."
Chii
"Cool asian fusion restaurant. Friendly service and food taste nice and packed with flavours. It was a cold day but we had to sit outside because they..."
Ramesh Maurya
"Came here for dinner a few years ago. Came in for lunch today.Ordered the lunch special - pick 5 dishes for $59.Picked Crying..."
Leo
"Out of 300 reviews this is my 5th, 5 STAR Review 🌟🌟🌟This place is the best!! I’ve been trying to come here for years! And..."
KITCHFIT
"This is one of the nicest joints in Melbourne for Asian fusion. Service is lovely and food is full of flavours. In terms of quality and style..."
Vivien 🍓🍙
"Super nice food!!! Street food from Asian, good serves and friendly staffs~~~ my family really enjoyed our dinner here~~~portion is perfect to share,..."
Emily Xia
"Rice Paper Scissors is one of the Asian fusion restaurants constantly mentioned by Melbournians as a favourite. With a friend visiting from overseas..."
Jamie
"Pre theatre Asian fusion tapas! We got here 30 minutes after it opened and my word was it already packed! Lucky my friend and I managed to..."
Amy Flood
"This is one of my favourite places in Melb. Highly recommend it! There is usually a long wait time so book in advance if you can :) My fav..."
Linda Zhang
"Busy little place for a good reason! It was a chilly Melbourne evening so we opted to wait for a table inside & headed next door for a drink...."
Alicia M
"My friends have been raving about Rice Paper Scissors for the longest time so I decided to come with a few friends. We came at the end of lunch..."
Aaron Chin
"I cannot even begin to describe the flavours this restaurant creates! If you are in Melbourne you NEEEED to go! But be sure to go at lunch time or be..."
Food Girl 101
"RPS has always been a popular go to for asian fusion food in the CBD, and for good reason. All the flavors are strong but well balanced, and..."
Diana Xie
"First time experience here, and wow, the food was incredible. Service was excellent and the vibe was great. We ordered the $69, 5 dishes option. Very..."
Melbfoodie
"The food and the rating on zomato speaks for itself. This is definite place to try! We ordered a few cocktails, the pork belly bao, duck salad, fried..."
Lil Porker
"Amazing food experience! Had a great date night out with hubby and will definitely bring friends and visitors to enjoy it again too. Must try more on..."
Irene Borges
"Came here on a Friday night and had to wait 1.5 hrs before we were able to be seated. The restaurant was so busy and cosy. We ordered the $69 dinner..."
Danielle Nguyen
"Absolutely fantastic food and staff- had to put name down for a wait but it was totally worth it. Had share plates between 4 of us and every dish was..."
Sally
"My go-to asian fusion joint. Such amazing food, flavours and dishes for such a good price. The lamb ribs, soft shell crab baos, and ceviche is..."
Sarah Ngo
"Another great lane way restaurant. Great feel especially on a friday or saturday night when everyone is relaxing after a big week. The food is..."
Daniel Arnott
"Food here is worth queuing for. Delicious Asian fusion cuisine with great cocktails. I normally try to come here for early dinner. Pork belly is to..."
Sammy
"Love this little place, food is always sensational, Thai, Vietnamese influenced, although you have to get in early to get a table as they're can be..."
Nelson
"When you arrive and see a queue it can be off putting.... but. When Travis smiles and takes your details, you know your in good hands.We toddled..."
Flavietta
"We tried the Mekong mule and for food had soft shell crab, asian greens (both excellent), bbq lamb ribs (nice), thai ceviche and thai fried chicken..."
SDeans
"Great food, make sure to take a few friends so you can try more dishes. Lamb ribs and the fried chicken are my personal favourites. Won’t need a..."
Dinesh Amin
"Rating: 4.5Food: 4.5Value: 4Ambience: 4Service: 5Hands down best service and most friendly staff ever. The staff were..."
Munching With Mel
"There’s something for everyone from the menu of fresh, flavoursome dishes. Had the ceviche, soft shell crab salad, betel leaf, dumplings and..."
Milla Vanilla
"Had a really good time with my partner at Rice Paper Scissors, the staff was very accommodating, the food came out fairly quick and very tasty,..."
Richard Tom
"Foodwill deserved 3 stars base on the taste to compare with authentic vietnamese cuisine.But service and the effort try to mingle the flavor to match..."
Foodninja
"Fantastic with their food in terms of taste, value and coeliac safety- they prep things carefully and have separate procedures for gluten-free..."
Zoe Chin
"Great food! Must try places in Melbourne for sure! Great prices and even better flavours. Good service. We had the 5 share plates for $59 and a..."
Nidhi
"Yas for meeeee 😗 I love this restaurant not just food, but love the staff here as well ❤️ they are so goooood 👌🏻 happy to come here..."
Quinn Tran
"Visited with friends and chose 5 dishes which wait staff portioned for the four of us to share - Allof the dishes were SO delicious. Great fresh..."
Melanie Potter
"My score 3.5 stars.  I surprised J with lunch at RPS for her birthday - we had a 1.30 booking on 18th Dec (not her actual birthday).  We were..."
Prof. Pinky@LunchLab
"Really enjoyed dinner here!! Heard this place gets busy quick so we came early and got ourselves a table. Everything from the service to the food was..."
.ji.sama
"Finally got to go here without having to wait. The hype is real people! Amazing food (calamari was my favourite) full of intense, unique flavours...."
Kimmy
"Small, unpretentious little restaurant that packs a punch. Absolutely loved their desserts, and their soft shell crab salad was a nice treat. I..."
Little.miss
"Had the most sensational end of year staff party at RPS. The staff were incredibly accommodating, the food and drinks were spectacular, the service..."
Xavali
"This place has been on our list for a while and the high expectations were met with two thumbs up.  We had so many delicious tiny bites of which the..."
Lifecycle
"This has very easily become my favourite place in the city for lunch. I live in the eastern suburbs, so anytime I travel into the city, I come here..."
Anotheronebitesthecrust
"Love both outlets - this city one is busier but food and service equally outstanding! Have now moved away from Melbourne but will always visit when..."
Laura Kimberley Soh
"I have been to this place twice and still love to go back. They are a small restaurant in liver pool street serving Asian fusion dishes. The..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"I have been here twice before but didn't get a chance to get in due to the long queue, luckily this time my frd & I were able to grab a seat at..."
Chuhong Wu
"Consistently good asian food across different cuisines. (Vietnamese, Balinese, Indonesian and Thai). the restaurant delivered a really filling and..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"Been wanting to try this one for a while now. Came here with a couple of girlfriends for lunch. We decided to do the set lunch, pick 5 dishes for $85..."
Food Junkie
"Wow e Delicious food and drinks in a really nice atmosphere. Not only did the food taste but good but looked good, presented beautifully..."
Yume Yume
"Taste so nice, i really like the food and its awesome! The minus thing is i need to que for a long time, but really its worth with the price and..."
Steven Yuniansyah Suyanto
"So soo soooo yum. Well worth the wait for a table. We sat communal style which allowed us to see what others had ordered. Menu is designed to share..."
Tish Piaser
"What a great place for a meal. Love the portions and the 5-dishes-for-2 is a must. Tried almost all the choices now, and have yet to find one that is..."
Cheesy Orange
"Busy night and full of hungry diners. We needed to wait to have a table. Other than that, staff are trying their best to accommodate their customers...."
Duchess_Arg
"I have chosen this lovely place for my birthday dinner with my friend. Overal, everything went very well. The food taste so richful and delicious...."
Jenny Duong
"Heard good review about this place. The place was pretty small, not ideal for large groups. The staff was really friendly and the service was quick...."
Makan2Melbourne
"Food was really well priced, loved being able to choose five dishes for the two of us. We had steamed pork buns, lamb ribs and chicken drumsticks. It..."
Erin King
"👍 Fun range of different tapas dishes with a punchy bite of vibrant and diverse flavours from each dish👍 vego/vegan options are a..."
Tina T
"Funky, cramped place to go for an Asian inspired tapas meal. Take the set menu option. The price is outstanding for a high quality meal. You need to..."
Maylene Mikaelson
"First time coming here and served well with the friendly staff. Love the decor, ambience and vibes. We ordered duck salad, papaya salad, crying..."
Val
"YUM! We of course went for the five dishes for $35 a head, which we found to be great value for money! All dishes we tried were delicious, the..."
Chips Before Dips
"Came here with a friend on a Friday night after a long day at Uni. We ordered the duck papaya salad, lamb ribs, thai fried chicken, sticky pork belly..."
Chris Li
"If possible, I would rate it 3.8. Really like the deco here, but food is just average. Staff is really nice and helpful. We three ordered 5 dishes...."
Juerong Qiu
"Nice tapas! Delicately cooked and best for share. There’s limit rooms however the vibe was not bad at all. We expected a long queue and it’s good..."
Charlie
"We were able to be seated after a 5min wait. It is very cosy being seated beside other people. $32 will get you five dishes shared between yourself..."
Chantelle Hiley
"Absolutely love this place!Ambience : 4/5. Busy eatery bit manageable. Casual yet comfortable dining area. Gentle music which makes it a perfect..."
Moieats
"The atmosphere is great but there are not many tables inside. If you visit at the peak hour, you will be wait for a while. The food are all mouth..."
Jessie Foodie
"Came here a second time yesterday for my birthday lunch. It never seems to disappoint. Nice staff and yummy food. Was happy with the customer service..."
Kira Dinh
"Small but well organised restaurant. Leave your name and phone number and they’ll sent you a text message when there’s a table ready for you...."
Jean Jean
"You have to wait for a table but the bar staff keep you entertained! All the meals we had were amazing, except for the veggie banana blossom salad,..."
Matilda Rose
"We came here as a table of 6 on a Saturday night. We had to put our names down for a table but then you can go get a drink and they text you when..."
EmLou86
"Having been to rice paper scissors, I like the ambience of this restaurant better and it's great they allow reservations. The service staff were..."
Food For Thought
"The staff here are so nice, explaining the menu for us. We have 4 people, and ordered 3 people potion set also some dishes.Recommend today’s..."
Helen Hu
"Always have heard lots of good things about this place so came over on a Wednesday night at around 6:40 ish, and of course it’s packed. It was a 30..."
Faye Ye
"Food: Overall, every dish tasted great. However, they were very similar in flavour, with most dishes being of a sour nature, with a bit of spicy...."
Daisy
"Can get very busy during peak hours so be prepared. They have a 1.5 hours seating allowance which I guess gives you enough time to enjoy your meal. $..."
RGAnders
"It was very busy so we took a table outside with a nearby heater. The food was delicious, the service great and while it was a bit expensive, $59 for..."
Veta Bajaj
"I went to Khao by Rice Paper Scissors just before it closed. The food was some of the best I've had in Melbourne and even though it was at HWKR, I..."
The Hand That Bites
"Great food ! Awesome staff.!! Fast service !!! Generous portions! So happy here.. small place but effective! Great stuff! Will be back whenever i’m..."
Yohanes Satria Julianto
"With its intimate New York loft meets balinese chic decor, relaxed atmosphere, impeccable service and mouth watering South East Asian shared plates,..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"A great experience every time we visit rice paper scissors. We were lucky tonight to only wait about 5 minutes when we arrived (around 5:30pm). When..."
Thi
"Attentive staff, service was good. Nice hip atmosphere. Seats were uncomfortable though. Food was good, but I wish the rotti was smaller but in more..."
Wintice
"Beautiful food! Dishes were bursting with flavour and service was super friendly. A very enjoyable lunch, will definitely go again. My favourite was..."
Viv OY
"Duck salad was amazing. Wish I knew the ingredients to it. Tamarind fish was also great. Fiance loved it and she rarely enjoys fish. Would definitely..."
Mwhy Tran
"Every dish we ordered was full of different flavours, everything tasted really fresh as well. My favourite would have to be the duck salad and the..."
Obsessedwithfood
"After visiting and being impressed with the Fitzroy outlet, had to pay the Liverpool Street outlet a visit too! It definitely did not..."
EatsByM
"Absolutely love this trendy little restaurant. We arrived and put our name down for a table. As there were four of us it would be a 45min wait so..."
Clare
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Shiran Zhang
"My girlfriend took me there to have dinner. We order some day special like fish and scallops. Pretty good experience with her. Hope next time I can..."
元霸李
"Super popular restaurant and for good reason! A group of us came here for dinner and really enjoyed our experience! We arrived slightly late (6:30pm..."
Rachel Jade
"Great atmosphere, interesting menu, tasty food! We got in early, which worked well - this is a small and busy dinner spot, perfect for..."
Figures
"Hawker style asian fusion in a rustic setting. Doesn’t look fancy off Liverpool street, but the fancy food :). We booked for the 12PM session and..."
Tracey @ NoWongFood
"What a great little restaurant specialising in Asian tapas.We went for the five dishes for two but supersized up to cover four..."
Austin
"great food and drinks... came here with friends and had a great night. the food was so good, loved the ceviche and also the service. We'll be..."
Chickenliver
"Lovely place. Food is delicious and the service is really good (fundamental to a good dining experience IMO)...It is a little loud but it all adds to..."
An
"The pictures speak for themselves! Tender yet crispy lamb ribs, papaya salad with beautifully balanced flavours, crispy pork belly, a decadent..."
Kath's Food Indulgences
"Outstanding food, and to top it off... incredible customer service! Shout out to Travis there, who went above and beyond to make sure our experience..."
Lara.stephens
"One of Melbourne's must eat at venues. You kind of make the assumption if you say to a friend "let's go to rice paper scissors" for dinner, you just..."
Descartesmuse
"Been here a few years ago and stopped in unplanned. Great deal for 5 dishes - plenty for 2 fairly hungry diners. Had a glass of the Pinot each which..."
Tim
"Amazing service! The deal with 5 dishes is a great choice to delve into trying a variety of dishes! In particular, the lamb ribs were marinated and..."
Grape Life
"Food was in decent portions, taste was outstanding: especially barramundi fillet in turmeric sauce, lamb ribs and duck salad. $69 deal for 5 dishes..."
Gingin
"Try their set menu as it works out to be best price. Order the pork :) .. you're welcome! This resto never disappoints. Theyre cocktails are..."
April
"One of my favourite go to restaurants in Melbourne!A little bit of a wait on days, but well worth it.The Thai Ceviche and the BBQ lamb ribs..."
AndrewToe
":) great food, friendly staff, funky music, ambience and affordable. Would happily re-visit this place again and again :) thanks to the lovely staff..."
Caitlin Kingsley
"Portions small but packed full of flavour. Really enjoyed the chicken and the wagyu beef. We had food before coming here so we didn’t get to eat..."
Melbourne, Let’s Eat
"We had to wait a little while in line for a table, however this wasn't a problem as you expect to have to wait at popular restaurants. The food here..."
Whenfoodsonpoint
"Apart from a massive line and wait for a table the food here is so good, so full of flavour. I also loved the atmosphere and the cocktails are so so..."
Frances Mona
"Flavours are amazing and they all pack a punch! Been here twice already and everything on the menu is worth trying! If you love Asian fusion then..."
Felix The Cat
"A great experience on every level! My friend and I arrived at 12.25 on Friday for lunch - no booking. As it was already full (opened at 12) we were..."
TJ
"Been here many times. Tasty food and great price. Its a cosy bar we like. It’s worth while for the long wait. We always pick the pork belly and..."
Snow
"Lamp was amazing!!! The staff are soooo nice!!! We’ve been here several times and the food always surprise us. Good music and friendly..."
Zu Ning
"My favourite restaurant in Melbourne. My girlfriend and I have been here a few times and loved it every time. The food is SO tasty, we've tried..."
James Ter
"We came here for lunch. Interesting place that was packed to the rafters during peak hour work lunch for a Friday.We were not to keen to..."
Split The Bill
"Waited for 30 mins but it's worth it !! The staff is really nice and we had a small conversation, even though it was packed inside of restaurant...."
Koko
"If you have not tried this restaurant yet, time to give it a go. The crying tiger is definitely one to try. Great place to catch up with the girls!..."
Moetfan
"It is unfortunate that they dont take bookings for this restaurant. It is a small, packed restaurant. Great value for money ($65 for 5 dishes to be..."
Obie
"Delicious. Very small place, you might need to wait to go in, we waited around 20 min on Friday night. Sharing tables. Food is delicious, portions..."
Deniz
"Food was amazing! Perfectly cooked and the perfect amount of selection to choose fromStaff were super friendly and accommodating to changes I..."
Elle Donagher
"just had a lunch here earlier this week. They are always full on the peak hour and dont receive any reservations. So we have to wait for..."
Key🍕
"It is sort of like an on tray snack to me, but it is quite filling. It is sort of a modern Asian food from a different cuisine such as Thai,..."
Missfoodie
"I’ve been wanting to try Rice Paper Scissors(RPS) for over a year since my colleague told me about this restaurant. RPS don’t take phone..."
Jolene Lim
"YUMMMMMM!!! The sticky pork belly (this one is soooooo so good so defs get it), crispy duck salad, Thai fried chicken, and the Thai ceviche were so..."
VP
"Came here for the first time and picked the five dishes option. Service was good and it was only an hour wait on a Friday night. Food came out really..."
Ray
"Have to say the food here was 100% worth the wait and absolutely delicious. This is my second time here and we decided to order 5 dishes to share..."
Julie Nguyen
"Excellent. This place packs a serious punch in terms of flavor. All dishes are delightfully prepared with lots of depth, nice presentation and..."
Melbourne Epicure
"Mr Chef: PLEASE keep the king fish collar!The special you had last night which was the salt & pepper king fish collar was OUTSTANDING! Please..."
Cassandra Nahrung
"Hubby and I came here before a show and we're lucky enough to see friends there that shared a table with us just in time for the first lunch service...."
Hangry Mama
"Love the tapas style dining experience which allows you to choose 5 different dishes for a set price. The dishes are quite small but you are left..."
Sophie Donnison
"I used to walk past this spot 3 times a week for a few months and I’m glad to say I’ve finally managed to dine here. It’s definitely wise to..."
Jinn
"Coming from an Asian background and eating Vietnamese food my whole life, this food was decently delicious for me. This restaurant captures the taste..."
Jimmy Nguyen
"Wonderful service and atmosphere, the value for food was fantastic as well. There's not much to say other than you must definitely head here if you..."
Oy
"The food & service here is 10/10! I strongly recommend ordering the “5 for $65”, which includes any specials for the evening. Staff are..."
LG
"Always a great experience eating here. We usually get the feed me menu which is great to share between the two of us. It gets crazy busy so pop your..."
Cakescookiescoffee
"One of my faves, right up there along with longrain and supernormal. The Mekhong mule cocktail is delicious!! Best dishes here are: - Barbeque..."
George David Michaelides
"This is a really really good Asian fusion tapas style restaurant. The food and service were amazing and I am definitely going to come back (I’d..."
IEats
"Always great fun to try the menu items. Everything is well balanced and just a little different. There weren’t many non pork or shrimp options when..."
Pennae
"{ _anne_with_an_e // review }* ORDERED: 5 dishes for $65 (for 2), great value.Lamb ribs - (my fave) succulent, perfectly cooked, so tender..."
_anne_with_an_e
"Wow, so good. Really really really enjoyed it. Got the 5 dishes for $65, definitely recommend it. Got dessert as well- wow. Wow, wow, wow..."
Rama
"Amazing food! Everything we ordered was so yummy. Service was really friendly can’t fault the place. We will most definitely be back again in the..."
Jo Landi
"Been wanting to try this place for AGES but kept getting interrupted by other travel plans. Finally got to go during my last trip to Melbourne and it..."
Nem
"Haven’t been back for a while. Most food was still lovely prawn wonton, octopus special, but the pork belly was almost inedible so fat and took so..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"Had lunch 5 dishes for 2 on trip to Melb in laneway restaurant.  Was seated at the stools overlooking the staff prepping cocktails.  Service was a..."
2A1K
"This place does a great lunch deal, they do 5 dishes for $29.50 per person. A work colleague and I went in on Friday for a treat. The great thing is..."
Kirsty Haggerty
"Friday night date night done well 🙌🏻👏🏻 Favourite dish was the ribs. Literally came off the bone, and the sauce on it was the bomb.com!..."
Fiona Nguyen
"Really great atmosphere in a very small space. Food was great but still does not live up to my expectations after waited for almost 1 hour for a..."
Tomato.Girl.
"Good fusion！ better arrive before it open, otherwise you will end up in a long waiting queue. Ordered a set meal for two, strong..."
Rinny Wang
"Nice food and service. The only thing is the sitting arrangements. You have to share with others and the sitting is not..."
Joanna43429
"Arrived early and still had to put our name down. Went for a wine  around the corner while waiting. Well worth the mucking about. By far the best,..."
Rtm
"SO.YUMMY I forgot to take pictures after the first 2 dishes were served. Betel leaf and ribs were mah fav! Staff always check up on you, seating is a..."
Eatmeef
"The lamb there is really good, love it so much. And their service is really good, the staff were friendly and warm welcoming. Strongly recommended go..."
Jtsgqsdhrzm
"Basically one of the best south east asian restaurants in Melbourne. Can't go wrong with whatever you order, drinks and definitely food..."
Food Reviews
"Fantastic food! Well prepared, original, great combination of flavors and textures. We had 6 dishes and were impressed with every single one. Great..."
Pawel Malczewski
"Five dishes for $65 is an absolute bargain for the experience and flavours. Must try the dumplings and Lin-Jee Sour. Every dish we had was made with..."
Nic D
"I used to rave about rice paper scissors to all my colleagues however today it was disappointing and not quite how I remembered it a year ago. My..."
AnotherAsianAbroad
"Great ambience and atmosphere! Staff were attentive and the food tasted so good. We got the 2 for $65 platter of 5 dishes dinner deal. BBQ lamb ribs,..."
David Liang
"TASTY TASTY TASTY! There is no wonder why this place is such a hidden (yet well-known) gem tucked down a side alley just off Bourke St. With a great..."
Kimberley Leggett
"The food is amazing. Stumbled in looking for asian food on a busy Friday night.We were not disappointed one bit.A place I would..."
Melbourne's Finest Foods
"I had the 5 dishes meal with 2 other of my friends and loved it. The selection is wide and with very original fusion twists too. While the space was..."
Jennifer
"Been here last night! The service was great and the foods were amazing! Affordable prices! Highly recommend the lamb ribs and the pork..."
Zillily
"So good!!!!!! I seriously have nothing to say other than the food blew me away with their deliciousness ❤️ Me and my friend got the 5 dishes..."
Rizka Natasya
"This is my absolute favourite restaraunt in Melbourne. You can't go wrong here. The service, food, ambiance and value for money is perfect. Get there..."
Renee Sturtevant
"My friend and I picked the $60 menu here. Definitely get your money's worth. I would highly recommend ordering the pork belly here! On..."
April Sacluti
"Cute little restaurant. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. Food was good, we had the kingfish ceviche, pork buns, lamb ribs, barramundi and the..."
Jstina Cho
"I love the atmosphere at this restaurant! It’s quite hippie that a lot of youngsters would love to hang out at. There’s always a queue so just..."
Vendy Foo
"Amazing service and food! The wait staff are super attentive and friendly. They give off a great vibe and the food was beautiful. As inside was a bit..."
Georgia Sing
"The taste is good, the weight is moderate. It’s a nice place for dating with someone.Easy to try and share different kinds of food with ur..."
Yanhui Liu
"The food here is undeniably great! But.... the location, the ambiance and the actual physical state of this place is why I can’t give it a 5 star...."
Sophia Collantes
"It was just delicious. My favorite was bloody Mary cocktail. Lamb ribs, crying tiger, duck salad, bao's. I thought the crispy Barramundi was a bit..."
Remy Matthew
"We've been to the Fitzroy place, so we knew what we were in for. And we were not disappointed, if anything we were simply reminded of the incredible..."
Jay Contor
"^oWo^ sawardeekap troi oi this place is xxugoi oishi desune~~ rice paper scissors? More like rice paper rocks haha geddit cos this place roxx lmaoo..."
Truman Tang
"Love this place! Excellent bbq lamb ribs and pork belly here! Also, the soft shell crab baguette, bbq king prawns and ceviche are pretty good!..."
Rachel Lai
"Hard to fault, our second visit to Rice Paper Scissors and we walked out even more impressed than the first time. To mix it up we ordered a different..."
Nathan Galea
"The waiters were very nice and attentive, however the ambience of the restaurant was abit lacking and isolated but probably due to the fact that we..."
Sandra Dao
"This place is one of my fave dining place in Melbourne. Foods are always tasty, and customer service are good. We usually ordered the 5 plater to..."
Yulz
"ShizukoVery good and interesting restaurant. This restaurant doesn't provide booking for dinner. So you have to arrange your time properly, otherwise..."
Vivi861
"Amazing food and service! Having been here before on a Saturday night and reading such great reviews, my high expectations were not met when I last..."
Linda
"Been here a few times and absolutely loved it! Sticky pork belly was the favourite dish but everything we tasted was delicious. I'm hoping they do..."
Zee
"The perfect spot for a birthday lunch. Love that you can book and the five option lunch deal was the perfect way to try a bit of everything. The..."
Gillian Griffiths
"Pretty much everything here is amazing. My favourites are probably the Sticky Ribs and Crying Tiger.The ribs falls off the bone and melts..."
Turtle 🐢
"This place is CRAZY popular. We were here at 5:30 on a Wednesday and it was nearly full, by 5:45 they had a wait list of people. And I know why! The..."
Jess Guscott
"Just had lunch here and I have to say, it was delicious! I can see why this place has such a high rating. My friend and I went for any 5 dishes for..."
Kevin Jung Hak Yun
"I have finally made it to Rice Paper Scissors! We had to wait an hour and 45 mins to be seated, needless to say that we were famished by the time we..."
Simmyeats.Melb
"Brilliant. Couldn’t fault any part of it. Service was great from the staff today. Pictures don’t do the food justice. Fresh, fast and very very..."
Luke Purcell
"很有特色的Asian Fusion，午餐是$59 两个人 选5道菜 晚餐是$65 2两个人. 一般开业后半小时里都会坐满人了..."
Christinana
"Rice Paper Scissors is a tiny but very popular restaurant hidden in a lane way. Funny think is it has nothing to do with any rice dishes. It serves..."
Hello World!
"5 delicious share plates between 2 people for $65? Sign me up! Barramundi, prawn dumplings, BBQ pork buns, mini banh mi, fried chicken. That was our..."
Dale Zeinheiger Culpin
"Service was friendly and obliging (I made a terrible mess and loads of requests- all of which were happily met). The atmosphere was chill, the food..."
SN
"The food was interesting in a good way but not something to crave again. One of the dishes came 15minutes after the others but the overall service..."
Skeyfei.jia
"This place never fail to impress. I've been here twice. I would have given this place a 4.5 rating if it were not for the waiting staff who ushered..."
Springsfield
"The $59 for two lunch offer is good value. The food is very clean and crisp. Th service was prompt to take order by there was a long wait for the..."
Phillip Wilkie
"WOW this place was fabulous - wonderful atmosphere! The staff were friendly, drinks were great & the food was really fresh & delish! I will..."
Shell Samuels
"Beautiful Asian fine eating place with set menu that is value for money. All the flavours were delicate and delicious. Had a selection of Asian..."
Ferry Gondo
"After failing twice to get in, it was third time lucky for me on a Wednesday night! Mind you, I still had to get there 10 minutes before it even..."
Nini Foodie
"Great food and great wait staff! Definitely worth the wait, albeit a very long one. Best to go with the pick 5 plates to share option, it doesn't..."
Kevin
"I normally don't eat anywhere I have to line up, but there's a cocktail bar next door so we put our names down and went for a drink.Fast forward..."
Chris
"Small place with minimal seating inside and very hard to get booking. The menu is designed to be shared dishes and the food is fusion Thai/Asian. I..."
Ilovefoodsomuch
"The 2 of us had the 5 dishes set, it was a lot of food. The dishes are well cooked, as the meat is crispy and tender, also dishes are flavored with..."
Alice
"went there for dinner on a friday night, it took us 1 hr of queuing, but the foods were so amazing. Would love to go back there again, it just the..."
Actuallyitslucy
"The ever busy cafe Rice Paper Scissors, long queue to get the seats.The good thing is that you don't have to wait, you can put your name in the..."
Jeffry
"Got in early and the place is filled up with people in 15 mins. Order share menu for 3, way too much food, hit and miss between dishes, down turn was..."
Baysidefoodie
"Amazing food and great environment! It's a good idea to stop by like an hour before your planned dinner so they can prepare a table for you. Around..."
Estefania Giraldo Pineda
"In the last two weeks, I've had the pleasure to dine at RPR. What a ripper place. It's rare that you find a menu from which you could happily order..."
EmmDee
"Good food and good service. It's very affordable if you go with a group of people as the menu is designed for sharing. that way, you get to sample..."
Nen
"Wow! Wow! Wow! I love this place. Super cool and super salivating. The staff are fun, electric and very welcoming. It's been on my list..."
Pjgirl
"Pick 5 dishes on the menu 59$ for 2 people. Worth it and cheap. Delicious food and also good service. A perfect place to go to share a few dishes..."
Fay Godanda
"Had lunch here today - ordered 5 dishes for $59 AND IT WAS AMAZING!!! Had the pork ribs, fried barramundi, Viet baguette w soft shell crab,..."
Shu
"I enjoyed the whole experience from the 'cool' waiters (without being pretentious)  delivering lovely service to the lovely ambiance (small with..."
Fernando Longo
"Came here for lunch with a few colleagues. We went for 5 meals for $30 each. Every dish (except one) was fabulous and so delicious. The only one none..."
Ihoward
"Rice Paper Scissors rocks! (Thanks to Jacquie for the title)I love using my hands to eat food and Rice Paper Scrs has this printed on the..."
Michael Daaboul
"Amazing! Delicious food and friendly service.Staff were happy to help clarify the menu and make recommendations. I had the duck salad (OMG)..."
Mel
"Came here on a Monday night at 5.50pm and got a table immediately. Love that the staff who attended to us was very friendly and helpful with the..."
Debra
"We arrived at ~730pm on a Saturday night and were told it would be about an hour wait for 2 people. Happy to wait as we'd been dying to try this..."
Hanu
"Decided to give this place a try after reading so many positive reviews. We got there at around 6 pm on a Sunday and were told there was a ~30 minute..."
Ocean
"This is a great place for modern Asian cuisine done simply but full of flavour. Everything on the menu is delicious and done right. A perfect place..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Really good food. Would definitely recommend it to others. Wasn't plan on going but glad we did. The tuna was exceptionally good! Should order tuna..."
Julien Lay
"Went here to celebrate my friends birthday and it did not disappoint, every dish we tried was amazing and perfect for sharing between 4 people, I..."
Jade Eden Loosli
"Certainly deserves the high ratings, I absolutely love this place. Was completely satisfied with the 5 dishes between 2 people, the portions are..."
Maria
"Very yummy dishes. Fun sharing them. A bit too noisy to talk much. Waited for quite a while to get seat but they take your name and number so you..."
Syt
"Find us on instagram: loveatfirstbite_aus Rice Paper Scissors is a South East Asian restaurant in the Melbourne CBD..."
Love At First Bite
"Consistently really good food full of flavour! Really good value too for the amount and quality. Super busy really quick so have to come really early..."
Michael Dunne
"The Maitre D went above and beyond to look after us on the evening. The food was outstanding, and the atmosphere perfect. Best dining experience..."
Amile
"Had duck salad and wangyu beef. They come in small dishes. The duck salad is nice. Dishes are special in their taste of Vietnamese and Thai fusion...."
Charis
"Great service , great food , tremendous value for money . Pork buns were to die for . Had a one hour waiting on Friday , well worth it ! Great going..."
Rajan Chanana
"Came here right at the time they open on a Friday evening and place was already packed! I think rice paper scissors is one where I'd try because of..."
Kayacrackerrs
"When meeting up with former Dubai friends (this time in Melbourne), we decided on a relatively casual approach to our evening — which involved..."
A To Za'atar
"Really nice food here, would recommend! The menu is set at $65 for five dishes for two at dinner which surprisingly is a good amount but..."
Rsq1
"Arrived at 6pm on a Monday and was greeted by a very friendly waiter. Got my name taken down and it was approximately a half an hour wait. If you're..."
BubblyCake
"Friendly and accommodating staff. Lively environment. Excellent and sumptuous food. Price range was on the medium scale. Left the place with a happy..."
Jeeth John
"This is my favourite Asian fusion place in the city. I always get the 5 dishes to share with a friend. Each dish is seriously finger licking good...."
Belle
"Did the $65 per person 5 course option and was very impressed. The pork buns and fried chicken were delicious. The lamb ribs were exceptional👌...."
Bachd3
"Rated quite high on Zomato, hence we went there to give it a try. very busy restaurant when we went there at lunchtime. Mainly Tapas and Drinks. Duck..."
Cottonball♡
"Love love this place. But you need to get there early to get a spot. And I mean early, I mean before the restaurant opens at 5:30pm... so many people..."
Yourmelbournefoodguide
"Cobain dinner disini waktu liburan ke Melb.. Tempat nya kecil (paling cuma ada 3 table for 6 persons di dlm + table bar & 2 table di luar)..."
Inggrid Zhao
"Asian street food tapas.. Say no more!Who says that you can't double up the banquet? Certainly not me. RPS provide a "pick 5 between 2"..."
Pitted4Lyf
"My friend suggested me this place he really like. I do like as well... the food seem to look less but it actually fill me full like hard to move..."
Sweet_tooth_bo_boo
"Great food and friendly vibe. Great place for a quick catch up or date. The food is amazing with lots of flavours. A must try is the betel..."
Priya Radha
"Sticky pork belly and Vietnamese iced coffee. I think there is condensed milk in coffee. Sweet and taste good. Sticky pork belly was bit spicy for..."
Austin
"Melbourne is full of hidden treasures in dodgy looking alleyways, and Rice Paper Scissors is one of of those treasures. I had heard for a number of..."
Secret Night Out
"Ordered: Thai Ceviche, BBQ Lamb Ribs, Crying Tiger, Cucumber Som Tom, Sticky Pork Belly and Roti. Thai Ceviche: Nothing special in terms of..."
Jennifer Gong
"A wonderful lunch experience, BBQ lamb rib was awesome and the crying tiger was cooked right on the spot. Duck salad was fine and all the waiters and..."
FoodBooster
"Try the: Thai Ceviche and the BaoAfter numerous, and I do mean numerous, attempts at securing a meal here, we've finally managed to score..."
Wandering Ella
"Super awesome food! Had to sit outside and wait an hour but the food was certainly worth it. The BBQ ribs were outstanding and the serving sizes make..."
Daniel Taylor
"I've had one fantastic experience here and one very ordinary one. The first time it was extraordinary. Loved every dish we had and the staff were..."
Two Sheds
"Had a lovely Wednesday night at Rice Paper Scissors.  Had a 40 minute wait to be seated, which was to be expected and exactly what the person at the..."
Melissa Kate
"I was lured in by the $65 dinner deal (5 dishes between 2) and excellent reviews, but I left with only one thing on my mind... the..."
M.
"the food is really good, especially the lamb rib, so tender and full of flavor! had the "mum i dropped my icecream for dessert, very interesting. it..."
Jing
"Worth a trip for when you're in Melbourne! Decent options on the menu that is vegetarian friendly! Also make sure you order the desserts..."
Naman B
"I think the best words for review are: I will come back again. Don't ask me why. I don't want to write 140 words to say how good is...."
Laurence Song
"Get your name on the list early ( about 1.5 hour wait at 6.30) and go enjoy a drink somewhere while you wait, because it is so worth it. The 5..."
Courtney
"I ate here twice in one week as it was so good. It's always really busy but they were so helpful in finding me a spot at the bar to eat the first..."
Sneha Arora
"Was looking for a special place in which to reunite with a Sydney friend I had not seen for more than 30 years. Was convinced by on-line reviews that..."
Urban Foodie
"Great little place with amazing food and cocktails. The only (slight) negative I have is the small wait and the fact that if you eat at the bar they..."
Kriti Kapoor
"Love this place!!! Their dishes are delish! No complaints only just the wait time and the fact that the place is small so you have to get in super..."
R1987
"The wait is worth it!!!Genuinely my favourite restaurant in Melbourne. Everything was perfect. Had a great seat at the bar, ordered some cocktails..."
Arron Conran
"So after all my hard work of making a feasible schedule for our Melbourne trip, Mr. T decided to throw the schedule out the window. We made a last..."
Lyv To Eat
"Nice paper scissorsFeeling something fresh?This Vietnamese is the bees knees,No really it's the bestGrab a beer or..."
ShortPunMoreFun
"my husband and I came into this place randomly one night and to my delight, this place was amazing! by far one of the best asian fusion places I've..."
Doodiethefoodieblogger
"For a cheap Asian Hawker style feed, the prices commanded didn't really justify portions and satisfaction. Whilst flavours were quite nice, it was a..."
Cynthia Giang
"I was on Fitzroy this week a bit hungry, found this place on Zomato and decided to give it a try.I had malaysian BBQ Chicken, BBQ King..."
Eduardo Dias
"Great value for money! We had the five dishes between 2 for only $65 between us. I thought the food was delicious with amazing bursts of flavour in..."
Nicole
"Enjoyed rice, paper, scissors, immensely! We ordered the 5 dishes for a a set price for 2 people. The fried chicken (gluten free) was an absolute..."
Melbournian
"Asian tapas for the win!! We were in a group of 3 and went out for dinner last night. We arrived appx 8pm and only had to wait about 20 mins for a..."
Sandrena DOlivera
"Had lunch here today. Food was great. Love the lamb ribs and the caramelised pork! Taste so good. They take bookings for lunch so we didn't have to..."
Veronica Lin
"Have been here twice before and never left disappointed! Asked for recommendations and the main seller seems to be the sticky pork belly and it's not..."
Jasmine Wong
"Nice food but nothing too out of the world! I think the reason it has so many good reviews is the tapas style asian dishes are not that common for..."
Med
"Rice Paper Scissors, Melbourne cbd, cuisine - Vietnamese. Was looking for a restaurant for dinner before the "Book of Mormon" show (which I must add..."
Sweta Ajmera
"As a Sydney gal visiting down south, you want to find the cool places that are quintessentially Melbourne so you can come back to Sydney and tell all..."
Eatdrinkbe_merry
"Food here was BOMB. Went for the lunch banquet (you can order 5 sides for $59) and tried the BBQ lamb ribs, Wagyu beef slices, Vietnamese bahn mi w..."
Sandy Natalia
"Yummy asian style tapas that doesnt break the bank. Galloping horses and bbq lamb ribs were the standout. Many low carbs options too. Service is..."
JJ
"Another restaurant that I have bookmarked for a while but never got a chance to visit until today.Thoroughly enjoyed my meal and would..."
Ilovefood13
"It was a last minute meal with friends. Tasty, a little on the warm side (although we were asked) and quick. Of all their dishes, we enjoyed their..."
Arissa Lee
"Fabulous service & delicious food. We tried the Crying Tiger (you must get this!), the Duck Salad (another must), the Greens (ditto), the Crispy..."
Julie Osborn
"This place is A1 consistant and just keeps doing a great job day in day out.Been a few times now and always try something different and have..."
Matsta1975
"what an amazing experience at Rice Paper Scissor. All food have an amazing flavour we had grill calamari, crispy burramandi,BBq lamb ribs, mushroom..."
Alessandro Love Good Food
"Awesome food great service a must visit if you are in CBD area in love with the variety of food they offer.Ambience-5/5 Food-5/5 Price-4/5..."
The Foodie
"We discovered this place a little by accident and it proved being a great choice :D We ordered the 5 dishes to share and none disappointed. We also..."
Vanessa Espírito Santo
"Rice paper scissors... ROCK BOOM explosion in the mouth of flavour is what you can expect! Came here early at 5:30 to reserve a spot for the..."
2wo Fat Girls
"Want to try an affordable Asian styled tapas with deliver bang-on flavour and freshness? @ricepaprscrs is a place to go-go! This South Asian-fusion..."
Whenfoodiesmeet
"It was perfect, until..... We'd had our 5 course menu, food was amazing, service was acceptable, and then we were asked if we wanted..."
Elizabeth Maree
"Love RPS and it was well worth the 1.5 hours on a cold and rainy night! Only for you RPS. Asian tapas that were rich in flavours and smells that..."
PS91
"such a long line but definitely worth it. the wait was for an hour and a half and only allowed to dine for an hour. must try their lamb ribs,..."
Forknifespoon
"This place is wonderful! My friend Brought me here for my birthday and what a meal! The price is very fair and the cocktails are toooooo yummy! The..."
Lily
"It would be a 5 if it weren't so crowded, noisy and small. It helps that the service made up for it. Plus, food was amazing! Some people may argue..."
Chee Ching Low
"Finally managed to get a table with just one hour wait on Friday night. Tried to have dinner here twice but failed due to long waiting time. I have..."
Wandering Spoon
"Love this place! Food was so fresh and tasty and the service friendly and welcoming. Recommend the lamb ribs, pork belly and betel leaf king prawns...."
Anna
"Rice Paper Scissors is one of those truly memorable & classically Melbourne experiences. Always a wait before you get in, but the awesome..."
Retno Widyanti
"Been here so many times, and always had 5dishes for $29 per person. Never been disappointed with the food served, service is also nice, will always..."
Young Foodie
"Definitely a must try for Thai food lovers. 5 course meal was a good choice. Sauce is amazing and the barramundi was my favourite dish so far. Waiter..."
Teranai
"9 of us managed to get a table outside the restaurant. Although on the side walk, it was very pleasant being a typical Melbourne lane way. We decided..."
Tim Heng
"Great food and service! If you want to beat the queue, best to get there just before 5.30 pm and have an early dinner. Flavoursome asian tapas with..."
SKS
"This is probably one of the best restaurant meals we have eaten in a very long time. The food was lovely. A bit on the pricey side but worth it. The..."
SuzLovesFood
"Wow...Wow...and Wow...what food man !! You know one of those places, where nothing goes wrong...from the moment you are waiting to be seated, till..."
Abhishek Jain
"Great place for good value, contemporary asian fare. Really enjoyed the char grilled meats, and lamb ribs - probably a bit on the pricey side but a..."
Flytonewyork
"One of my favourite Asian fusion restaurants in Melbourne and very reasonably priced! There is usually a wait so get there early and put your name..."
Jiji
"I've never had a better meal in my whole life (and I eat a lot).Me and my mother attempted to come two nights previously and didn't plan for the wait..."
Katherine
"We ordered the $59 lunch for two and had to choose 5 tapas from their beautiful selections. We selected lamb ribs, prawn in batel leaves, duck salad,..."
Megan
"Amazing ! Cannot wait to return to RPS.Set menu definitely the way to go.Food flavoursome and very enjoyable.Service good despite..."
Rebecca N
"Couldn't fault it. Shared the 5 dishes deal with 3 friends and could easily have repeated every dish. so delish. Couldn't turn down dessert as I..."
Maphilldas
"It's hard to get a seat here and there's a good reason for it! The food is such value for money and is consistently good despite occasional changes..."
Fattie Kat
"Service: 3.5/5, all of the waiters were very helpful but I felt like they were rushing us and it made us feel a little bit uncomfortable as we felt..."
Allieson
"So good. Worth the wait and a really fun place to have dinner with the girls or even a date. The staff are fantastic and the food was..."
Samantha Todd
"This place is nothing short of awesome. Vibrant service, centrally located and the food is simply world class. The best surprise is the modest bill..."
Robbie Neller
"Great food and service, try the lamb it's a must. Sell Beerlao which is awesome. Good vibe and atmosphere will come again for sure. Need one in Perth..."
Gen Bailey
"Stunning dishes efficiently served by caring friendly staff. Wonderful. The menu is not complicated and the wine and drinks list is refreshing...."
Andy Stevenson
"There's a reason this place is always super busy!! The food is amazing and dishes are small meaning you can try lots of different dishes and share..."
Stace
"Really great tastes from South East Asia tapas style. I was there by 5.20 and there was already a line to get in. Service was super friendly I was..."
James
"let me start by saying i love thai food.. this place was crazy good not only with food but service and surroundings. was referred from a friend and i..."
Julia Maria
"Great ambiance. Great food. Witty and courteous staff. Would go back again definitely. Price is reasonable if you have a pair, $60 for 2 people, with..."
Shuun
"I have to say that this is one of my favorite restaurant in Melbourne. I love everything - modern rustic ambience and mouth watering food. It is..."
Anj Tan
"This place is popular for a reason - it's a foodie haven with innovative use of ingredients and flavours. The 5 tapas for $59 lunch is awesome value...."
J0yy173
"The food and service was very good a little bit spicy but that is individual like or dislike The verity was very good value for money very good..."
Bruce Collins
"Dining with one of those can you stop taking photos and let me eat type people therefore I only managed a sneaky snap of our drinks so let me use..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Headed to RPS for lunch on a Wednesday, based on hearing good things and reading reviews. We opted for the 5 tapas to share, to taste a wide variety..."
ToFeedTwo
"Food and service is great! First came here when it first open and no one even knew about them. The food was amazing and I couldn't wait to tell other..."
JD
"Came for lunch on a busy weekday. Had a range of dishes from pork bun to beef to shrimp. All up we had 4 dishes and every one was delicious. The..."
Blueberrypie
"I always eat at this place. It's my go to place, I love all their dishes. I'm a massive fan of their vermicelli noodle salad dishes. Their rice rolls..."
Mia
"Very good tapas. Not too expensive and delicious. Will definitely come back again. Price is calculated per pax. But u have to wait for seats as this..."
Sherly Huang
"Food was fantastic and drink menu is interesting enough with some special cocktails...We had kingfish sashimi, fried barramundi, wagyu..."
Z For GoodFood
"Never thought Asian food can be made like this, interesting and tasty. Forgot to take photo of the first three dishes, probably because the dishes..."
FooDori
"Best Bloody Mary in Melbourne . I'd go all the time just for it. crying tiger and duck salad must try . Very friendly stuff. But may be they should..."
Foodslut
"I rocked up for a super early dinner, but let me tell you, even if you don't, it's worth the wait!Tuna ceviche and banh mi were my favourites,..."
Petitefat
"We booked a lunch session (12-1.30) in order to ensure we had a table and wouldn't be put on the waiting list. The place filled up completely by..."
Iryna Sakhatovska
"Was very busy on a weekday night, waited about an hour. It was definitely worth it though! Ordered two dishes-the pork belly with salad and a chicken..."
Chelsea Cottonaro
"Goodness! Dining at Rice Papr Scrs was my best Melbourne culinary experience so far. The Lamb Ribs is a must-try, didn't notice it was marinated with..."
Priyanka Tobing
"Rice Paper Scissors has been on my bookmarked list for quite some time. We got the Share the love menu where you order 5 dishes to share. Intrigued..."
The Jaminator
"On arrival a very friendly hostess took our details table would be ready in about 15-20 minutes, it was very busy, we went for a drink around the..."
April_eats
"pretty delish! venue is small, there is a wait, no space to put your bag (should add hooks under the table), service is not attentive, since we were..."
Lovefood
"Love their tapas and the variety of choices. Very special combination. Everything was pretty good, apart from the king prawns which was overgrilled..."
Charlie Jenn Lian Ng
"We loved every morsel. Such a great concept with delicious share plates, overlooking the fab bar staff hard at work whipping up new cocktail..."
Coffeesnob
"One of the best meals of my life. From the exceptional service to the unbelievably layers of Asian flavors, this restaurant is something special...."
Wikus Du Toit
"Favourite resteraunt in melbourne 👌👌 lamb ribs and pork belly is a pure food orgasm. No bookings but totally worth the wait and really good..."
Ebony Hammat
"It's in a small lane, but it's so popular. We order 5 dishes with $59 for 2 people. The first dish is scollap with ginger and chilly, wrapped with..."
Gourmet Explorer
"I love Rice Paper Scissors. Have been a couple of times for lunch - the share menu is awesome. $29.50 per head and you pick five dishes for the table..."
Hanah Penrose
"This place is worth the wait! I went on a nice Friday night and arrived about 7.00 and we had an hour wait which wasn't too bad especially when..."
Emma Louise
"This restaurant by far serves one of the most delicious dishes I have tried this year. Albeit the difficulty in dining here due to its popularity, it..."
Clarissa
"Great place for light meals! Portions are relatively small which means you can try a more dishes in one visit.Lively atmosphere, great..."
Gary Mak
"Absolutely delicious. We chose the ceviche, crying tiger, lamb ribs, fried chicken, and dumplings and all were outstanding. Cocktails were also..."
Flowerbutton
"As we left the restaurant in spite of the blistering cold winds and rain there were people sitting outside and waiting for a table. Now that I’ve..."
Ferris Wheel Flight
"This is currently one of our favourite restaurants and have returned multiple times as a testament to it. The thing that my partner and I love about..."
Iris Liang
"We went with the 5 dishes to share between 2 people ($59). The Betel Leaf was a let down, not much flavour at all. The blood orange overpowered..."
Vee
"This is my first time come to this famous restaurant and I meet three friends(now u can see how popular it is). We arrived at 6 pm at Friday night..."
Hui Tao
"I've tried to come to this restaurant 3 times, with no luck getting a table (for 2). The wait time for a table is usually 2-3 hours on Friday nights..."
Avolette
"- Value for money: 3/5 - Service: 5/5 - Food quality: 4/5Revisit? YES!RPS was unique of its own. By that I mean the..."
Rida Hakeem
"Service and food is amazing and staff are so friendly and helpful. The pork buns, pork belly and chicken are all definitely worth a try! Delicious!..."
Jordy123
"A great hidden gem, interesting "finger food"package, i meant 5 for $55 from my memory？ Waiting staff n bartenders are friendly, easy going and..."
Ray Wang
"We had 5 choices to be shared by two, we were very full and extremely satisfied with all the dishes. The drinks were amazing, complemented the dishes..."
Hannah Jung
"Ventured here on a Thursday night at around 9pm, was advised of about a half hour wait (which we expected), so we went to the bar next door and had..."
Rachel Jaye Honner
"Awesome menu, food is excellent. Have been here several times and am never disappointed. Would recommend to anyone looking for Asian fusion..."
Steve Boz
"Me and my friend ordered a set of 2 so that we could choose 5 different dishes, which is really nice. Everything was really tasty. I love it a lot,..."
Quinn
"Wow. For once, a place that lives up to the hype. Each dish an explosion of flavour- lamb ribs & galloping horses the highlights. Dessert Mum I..."
Foodie AC
"My friend and I ordered the $59 set for 2 people with the choice of 5 dishes. We also ordered extra roti on the side and a lychee drink which was..."
Traceynn
"I wish i could give this place 7 out of 5, but zomato won't allow me. Eat here if you want to enjoy your life. Lamb ribs are the..."
CholoEats
"Amazing food!! Even though we missed the 1st session and had to wait 1hr it was worth it! Staff are friendly and service is great (including the..."
One.hungry.girl10
"Rice paper scissors has been saved in my bookmark for a while, personally I am very interested the food they offer. We came on a Wed night..."
Jianierrrrrr
"What better way to start a new week than new people at new food places. Rice Paper Scissors has been on my list for a little while now and has two..."
Donutsam
"It's a small space, so small that the most obvious features of its interior are the clusters of bodies arched over one of the few high, solid wooden..."
Katherine's Food Diary
"Great location in CBD, amazing portion sizes for cheap dollars.  They have unique specials which can tickle your fancy, only issue is the wait to..."
Amanda Rajendra
"While we had to wait 45 minutes for a table, it was well worth it. The food was sublime, and everything tasted incredibly fresh. There is total value..."
Emma
"Amazing food. So glad I was there at 11.55 to grab a table. Will definitely be back. The flavours were authentic. Service was perfect. Can't even..."
Melinda Duke
"Book a table would save a lot of time, and the booking system works very well. We have five dishes and two desserts, all of them are nice, well..."
VodkaO_ZS
"Flavourgasm! PSA: The place is small and be prepared to wait! If going on a Saturday night for dinner I recommend you aim to get there..."
Annika Morris
"Ok, here's the thing, I DO NOT like herbs. So... I was quite nervous about this place. However, I think they've done a really good job in convincing..."
IsaH
"Food is yummy, menu is simple and easy to navigate. Felt rushed through out our visit though despite having to wait over an hour and wanting to..."
Louisa Berry
"specials are sooooo nice! If you do not want to wait, you should come here earlier. ..."
Meredith Kang
"Had heard very good things about this restaurant and it did not disappoint. The service was great, very friendly and helpful staff and the food was..."
Kylie McClean
"The place maybe small, but the ambience is superb. Love the South East Asia inspired hawker style they've put into the place. Makes it feel so..."
Pauliwag
"Went to celebrate Eid here, Finally decided to wait for an hour and we got a table! Service was great! It's a very tiny little restaurant but amazing..."
Food Affair
"Big big fan of this place. Value for money, punch of flavour, cool, hip, fast paced and fun. What else can you ask for in a city eatery? Love it here..."
Susie Tran
"Been here 4 times and it's hard to find anything that comes close. Amazing! The pork belly was the stand-out dish for me. I'm from Sydney and I..."
Bill Hurst
"Best asian fusion in town! I love this place. Tiny little tucked away store and reasonably priced. You really get a good taste for all the different..."
Tina Salameh
"BEST Asian Fusion cuisine we've ever had! Every dish was packed with flavour, unique and innovative. Also, service was impeccable! The dishes were..."
Sherena Ng
"This little restaurant competes with the big names. We rarely go anywhere more than once because Melbourne has the luxury of many amazing..."
Plummy Loves Yummy
"Can't fault this place, perfect for date night. Small wait for a table which was no issue given new mountain cocktail bar is next door.  The lamb..."
Glenn Sampson
"Went here for the first time this evening. Food was fantastic, amazing blend of tangy, sweet and savoury. Friendly service and great..."
Heath Andrews
"Been here for a second time and I could not leave here without giving it a review. I highly recommend this restaurant for those who love asian fusion..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Can Asian food get any better? If you were visiting Melbourne and only had one place to eat this is it. All the dishes are carefully crafted to send..."
Livetoeat
"这家店很火，在唐人街的小巷子里，之前排队太长错过两次，这次终于吃到crispy barramundi:..."
Hexian Wang
"“Rice is great if you’re really hungry and want to eat two thousand of something.” –  Mitch Hedberg. Rice, Paper, Scissors has perfected the..."
Skinny Glutton
"Felt a little bit rushed as soon as we sat down - being asked for our drink order then food order. Food was rushed - we hadn't finished one dish and..."
Krystal
"Excellent service, the waiters were so helpful and suggested an amazingly delicious selection. We took some friends there with us the second..."
Studio Untagged
"Exceptional Viet fusion restaurant with great dècor, music and friendly staff. Be prepared to wait for a table for a while on a Friday night. But I..."
Magicfiretruck
"Still fully packed even though it was noon on weekdays, staff are really friendly and the decorations are nice. Services were fast considering there..."
Joni Wang
"LOVE THIS PLACE!! Food is always on point, freshly made and staff are super friendly :)I would highly recommend ordering the pork belly and..."
Jeffrey Do
"The best place for Vietnamese fusion!! I would always come back for the lamb ribs, bahn mi, galloping horses and the mango dessert. Just cant get..."
Shannon Tjondro Koesoemo
"What a great feed! Good selection of cocktails as well. The place is small (hence a bit of a wait) but they've done well with the space available...."
Xtina
"Each of its CBD and Fitzroy locations are intimate, personable venues; the cocktails are as cheekily-named as they are imaginative; and, most..."
The Food Society
"First time having Vietnamese fusion!!! Food was amazing. I love the idea of share plates and each plate was incredible. Each dish had a bite to it..."
Dolly The Explorer
"I came to this restaurant on a weekday night and it was still very crowded. The staff is very friendly. The food and drinks are good too. Great..."
Fion Koh
"Fantastic dinner there last night. Each dish was of quality and full of flavour. Would definitely go back as the service was great too. My personal..."
Greggy
"Wowsers! What can i say? Delicious food!! Amazing flavours! Quite reasonable price too! You can do a thing where you get to order five small dishes..."
Thuaners
"Excellent service 10 out of 10! Fabulous and delicious food of course! Will be back soon definitely. Flavours are out of this world! Every dish..."
Nik TiF
"Came on a Tuesday afternoon and got a table straightaway. Chose to have the $59 five dishes to share and this remains the best deal as the dishes a..."
Mich.f
"Tantalising food for such a good price!! The staff were efficient and friendly; we overstayed our welcome by about 15 minutes and they were very..."
ALC
"Have tried to get a table here a few times and not been successful. Got a table tonight by being outside at 5.30pm sharp. The staff were super..."
Mon
"Great place, noticed a couple of comments about it being rushed, which is true, but understandable. Go there for the food, it's not really a bar to..."
UNO
"Fantastic! We ordered 59,5 dishes for 2 people, and none of them is a disappointment. They are rich-flavored, tempting decorated, although the..."
Amberli
"Came here for lunch on a Thursday, and the two of us managed to get the last table available (ouside). We ordered 5 dishes for $59 for two people,..."
Min
"Loved this place! Very impressed, we asked for a table inside obviously bit of a wait as expected, we arrived back after being notified of our table..."
MR E
"Absolutely delicious! $59 for five share plates, which was more than enough for 2 of us. Gorgeous Riesling for $11 topped it off beautifully...."
Rhonda Murray
"Brilliant. The service was excellent- very personable staff. We sat outside (by choice) and even in the dead of winter were kept warm with the..."
Steph D
"Delicious!! The food is mouthwatering, everything we ordered was on point! Definitely worth lining up for an early dinner. However the place is quite..."
Vivi Wulansari
"A great place for a quick lunch or a casual but hip dinner. The vibe is pretty chill. The Asian fusion is done well as the presentation of each dish..."
I Have A Reservation
"1 hour and 15mins is the least amount of time I have ever been allowed to have a meal in. It's a bit over the top, it's not like it's a Michelin..."
Glorious Food Melbs
"Outstanding. My son and I had a nice lunch at the tables outside. The hustle and bustle inside showed what was to come. Amazing service with quality..."
James Yelwar
"Went on a busy Saturday evening. Despite the chaos we had a great guide who took us on an amazing taste adventure! The food was delicious and packed..."
Peter Van Buuren
"The food is excellent and the service is good too. The portions are small so it can be quite expensive. The dishes are creative and palate..."
Ashleigh Dougherty
"Rice paper scissors has been quite a hype and definitely got my tastebuds begging me to try. Asian tapas which consist of heavy Thai influence in its..."
Justin Wong
"Went here out of the blue for dinner, got there just in the nick of time to be seated (sat outside, wasn't a bad night to do it). If we'd got there..."
David
"Never disappoints. The dishes are amazing, perfect for sharing. The staff go that extra mile to make sure you feel looked after & your..."
Rebecca Coombe
"The food was delicious and the staff were fantastic. My partner and I went for the $59 deal, where we could choose any 5 dish on the menu to share...."
Beng Lim
"Had high expectations for rice paper scissors after waiting 1.5 hours in 5 degree weather, and I'm glad to say that it was worth it! The..."
Hilda Lee
"Rice Paper Scissors is this tiny restaurant tucked away down Liverpool Street. Its not a place you’d find unless you were looking for it, but it is..."
KT
"Don't come here if you want to catch up with someone - because the only thing you'll be left talking about is the food. The best tapas style food and..."
Lauren Butler
"Absolutely loved this place. The $59 deal for two people sharing 5 courses was filling enough for a couple and was a fun way to try many dishes in..."
Elaine
"Fusion Asian finger foods. Very popular with the locals and must be there early otherwise expecting long wait. Not cheap but good yummy foods!..."
ToMmy VeNantius T
"We arrived at 5.30pm right on opening time and we got a table for 2 straight away. We were only allowed 1 hour and 15 mins for our table which was..."
Kat_Eats_Mel
"If it's been too long since you bragged about your dinner on Instagram, then it might be time you paid a visit to Rice Paper..."
Eddie Han
"They were flexible enough to place a larger portion for 3 people, from the 'choose 5 to share' menu. I think the beef salad is slightly chewy but..."
Zhitian Zhang
"We went here early on a Friday night and walk straight in. Service very friendly and fast and food was delicious albeit a bit messy and cumbersome..."
Iheartmelbourne
"Rice Paper Scissors is a funky little establishment with quick service, quick food, and a good atmosphere serving modern Asian tapas.We..."
Erin
"One of my favorite Asian fusion restaurants! My partner and I visited and got the 5 courses for $55 and it was great value. Hint: get the pork..."
Emma
"We were lucky enough to walk in and sit down immediately without a booking (available only for lunch, I believe). We were met with friendly service..."
Amy
"Loved coming here! I love that it's all small meals so that you can try a bunch of things & it was a really good price as well. Stand out meals were..."
Kiffdcosta
"Probably abit overpriced for its unpretentious food but always a place that delights my tastebuds. Long wait and their limited dining time were my..."
GezaEats
"This place had such beautiful service, so friendly, from start to finish. Great cocktails & drinks selection.. Tapas were flavor-full & well sized...."
Giorgia
"The market is flooded with modern Asian establishments all trying to reinterpret classical or hawker styles dishes with their own twist. South..."
Howardwashere
"Loved this place! Great value, delicious food. The soft shell crab baguette was my favourite. I also loved the Mum I dropped my ice cream. Make sure..."
Katieppie
"Loved loved loved this place! Never being a big fan of tapas I was sceptical about trying this place but I take that all back now! Every dish we had..."
Belinda Vee
"Finally got to eat here on our third attempt whilst in Melbourne always very busy even on a Sunday night at 6.00 pm had to wait half an hour but..."
The Two Tasters
"59 dollar tasting menu is a must when coming here. Food is unbelievable, in a quirky Melbourne laneway this is a perfect venue for any occasion!..."
Garth Christie
"Got a table straight away when I came here and usually always get one. One of the best and healthy places I have eaten at with great and quick..."
Thomas Jacobson
"Easy to get a table here without any hassles. Food is very good. Definately would come back when im in the essendon area with my family. Just hope it..."
Jessie Stuart
"One of my favourite places to dine in the CBD. My favourites include the crispy barramundi, sticky pork belly, balinese roast duck, crying..."
Tony
"We arrived at 2.15 and got a table straight away. The food is delicious and fresh. The cocktails were amazing...the Lemongrass Tom Collins I can..."
Jodie
"This place gets so packed. Knocked back when we tried to do a walk in during lunch but we made a booking for the next day and it was so worth it. The..."
Lole Lole Lole
"Must like sharing tables (on stools) , or sitting at the bar (on stools).... Must book... If that's ok with you then you're 'ready to eat with your..."
I Bite
"Fantastic lunch. Cool modern vibe. Delicious food. Amazing service. We loved it. Tried the deal 5 dishes for 59. Pretty good value. Lamb ribs were..."
Avi
"RPS is certainly funky, and worthy of your hard earned when you're eventually offered a table. However, is it worth hanging around 60-90mins for a..."
Iceman
"A trendy Asian Fusion small restaurant in a side lane of Melbourne ..Clean amenities, friendly atmosphere serving fresh and flavoursome food - what..."
Donna Braden
"来了两次才做评价。觉得是非常适合两个人去的餐馆，59能试5道菜简直就是吃货福音！！..."
Bonnie Ke
"Very tasty food. The menu is designed to share and every item we ordered was excellent. The cocktails were a little disappointing and took a long..."
Tom Curney
"Thoroughly delicious! Must come back to try rest of menu. So tasty, fresh and so full of flavour. Loved sitting sitting at counter and watching the..."
I Am Hungry
"Went here with a couple of mates and got a set for 6 people of 5 dishes. portions weren't even close to being for 6. Disappointed in the portion..."
Shaun Chua
"Had a great meal with excellent flavours. Not designed to fill the stomach so just be weary if you are intending on doing..."
Clay Wong
" Yum yum yum! Loved everything except maybe for the sliders, they were still good but not to the standard of their other dishes. The drinks were..."
Lovefood
"The pinnacle of modern Asian cuisine, I absolutely loved it! Staff were super friendly and accommodating, happily running through the menu with us...."
Charlotte Huddle
"Asian tapas done amazingly well, fused with solid service and put at good-value price points. I am sure you can check out the menu and my pictures..."
Hungry Ronin
"RPS combines two of my favourite things when it comes to food; tapas & Asian. Not only is the service great, the food itself reminds me of being..."
Kelsey Hancock
"I have come here many times with groups and as a couple and i could not recommend this more. Their food is asian fusion similar to what you will find..."
Khpn
"well you might think it is a little bit pricy but that is before you taste their fantastic dishes. I recommend the '$59 for 5 dishes' and choose what..."
Yk Lu
"Excellent restaurant!We've been here a few times coming to Melbourne,high quality food and great price.Well done guys!Great range of..."
Daron Mac
"Went here for Mother's Day. A nice selection of share plates of lamb ribs, fried chicken, sticky pork belly, king prawns and barramundi. All were..."
Dazzling
"I've walked past this place many times before because I was always too hungry to wait. But today I was determined to try it and cross it off my list...."
Occasionalist
"RPS has been on my "must-eat" list for long and yesterday got time to explore this Asian fusion tapas, finally, and the dining experience over there..."
Lily Qiu
"I must say, I did judge the book by its cover with this one – I was enchanted by the décor at RPS, so we stopped in for a very late lunch-snack,..."
Adventures In Winterland
"Absolutely incredible Asian food! Went for lunch and shared five meals for $59 - best value around! The food was all of exceptional quality, but I..."
Brungiel
"I’ve made a plan to visit this fusion tapas restaurant since last year but did not have a chance to do it. Luckily, I stumbled upon the busy..."
Nona Tukang Makan
"After a hiatus of coming to Melbourne, this was one of my to go to places to try since there isn't one in Sydney yet. We ordered the special of 5..."
Derek Lee
"I went here with a friend for dinner tonight. I was shocked that the wait was more then an hour on a Wednesday night but we rode it out in another..."
Sarah Loves Food
"Amazing!!! Best fusion I have ever had in Mel. I really love the staff, dishes, environment, indoor design here!! I strongly recommend pork belly..."
Tiana
"Just go. I normally resent this kind of dining, I'mmore a cheap, homely, greasey spoon kinda guy but this place is fantastic and real good value..."
Armitage Shanks
"The service was first class as was the value for money. Had the 5 dishes sharing, each with a slightly different taste palate. This was finished with..."
R.M INC
"Spicy, delicious and fresh - we had the glazed lamb ribs, pork belly, wagyu beef, barramundi and BBQ pork. All fresh and tasty with sweet, salty,..."
Britt Gow
"Great little tapas placed using fresh asian flavours. Be sure to get there early to put your name down for a table. Plenty of places to drink close..."
CanReadMaps
""A" for Amazing food and staff. Highly recommended, especially the Crying Tiger. Papaya Salad with Crispy Pork Belly was another dish that really..."
Maria Lav
"Amazing food! Great value staff lovely... Worth the wait Wine list could improve slightly, and the gentlemen out the front needs to lighten up..."
Amy
"Recommended to me by my friend. But I did find everything tastes somewhat similar. But 59 for two sharing is really good price, staffs are extremely..."
Yolanda Wong
"It seems like a good place to have a dinner, but the problem is that I have not come to have a try. I would like to introduce this to my friend and..."
Liqiang Yan
"Finally found a place to bring my Melbourne visiting friends and family. This place is GREAT! Great food, great location, great service. And when I,..."
Kal
"My second time here. Once again their dishes are spot on. Loved the caramelised pork and ribs. The venue is too small for the crowd but the wait is..."
Elisha Lee
"why have one dish when you can have five? why not share food with all the table, and why not tantalize your taste buds to a bunch of experiences..."
Constanza Wilhelmy
"A hidden treasure and worth queuing for. Quick , generous serving, and friendly service - Melb's best modern Asian tapas restaurant. Much cheaper and..."
J88
"Great food, great service. Came back a second time for the lamb ribs! Be prepared to wait during Friday and Saturday nights. The alcoholic drinks are..."
Lucas Foo
"Fantastic food, good service, can't wait to come back to Melb again to try the rest of the dishes we missed out on! I know it's good when I don't..."
Fonda
"Went with a friend for a Wednesday lunch - little to no waiting (in contrast to other times when the lines can be 1hr long!). We went for the very..."
Fatcat
"Fifty nine - 5 dishes to share between two! Vietnamese & Thai cuisine. Coffee needs to have more condensed milk to be moe authentically Viet. Lamb..."
Jane Le
"I like this place so much. Forgive its sloping outside tables and unforgiving stools. Forgive that the table had left over food morsels that were..."
Mans C
"Best. Place. Ever.Consistently 100% amazing food and service. Be prepared to wait, but it is worth it! Try the chefs menu, very good price..."
Kaylia Byford
"An Asian hole-in-the-wall tapas bar in Melbourne? Hell, yeah! I am in!When I heard about the raves this joint is getting, I knew I have to..."
The Happy Tummy
"Good value. 5 dishes for 59 and it's easily enough for 2 people. It's essentially a slightly worse and cheaper Chin Chin, but still..."
Tony Chen
"The food totally lived up to their hype!We ordered:- Crying tiger- Betel Leaf- Thai Ceviche- Pork Buns- BBQ octopus..."
Amy Yan
"Absolutely delicious! There has been at least a 45min wait each time I've been but it is 100% worth it! Lobster Betel Leaf, Ceviche and Crying Tiger..."
Lella Dee
"Beautiful Asian Tapas, Cool and cozy vibe, Great service, Well priced menu.I've been there so many times now. Crying tiger is my top dish,..."
Vivi
"Tasty food and impeccable service to match.  We were lucky enough to get the last spot for 2 at 6pm, sharing a table with another party of 4 which..."
Bopnbeep
"Really lovely and good atmosphere, good service and nice food with a creative menu. A couple of dishes stood out but others were quite average for..."
Sarah Qi
"I have heard so much about this lil gem and I'm so glad we finally made it!! As with most places in MEL the wait is ridic! About an hour and a half..."
?Treva♥️'s Food?
"Where do I begin? The atmosphere was nice, staff was super laid back and easy to talk to. The pork belly was definitely the best pork belly I've ever..."
Crystaleats_
"Great flavor and cocktails.  Super busy so make sure to get there early and the pop over to Double Happiness bar to grab a few drinks while you..."
Zach Kutlow
"It's a busy place but definitely worth waiting to find a seat. The food is absolute perfection and the price is worth it. We were two and got the..."
Zargol Harandi
"Location :-Tucked away in Brunswick street just off main Parliament St, this place can be easily missed if you're not glued to finding it. The..."
Rishab Mann
"Very busy but you wouldn't know from the level of service!Attentive wait staff - Not a dry glass at any point.The food came out very..."
Fork You
"Awesome food - close to the calibre of chin chin. Small place and reasonably priced. Tapas style food is fun and good beers selection. Will go again...."
Conor
"（English review below）最好的asian..."
JZY
"•A busy and trendy restaurant that is worth waiting for in the line•Arrive early, if you find yourself needing to wait 45-60min, I suggest..."
Getinmybelly
"I've never really been a fan of Asian fusion cuisine but this place has really made me one! I can't really find fault with the food here, really -..."
Terence Lee
"Amazing food, great friendly service. No bookings for dinner. had to get there at early (530) to get a table for the first sitting, second sitting at..."
Andrew Carland
"Delicious asian fusion food at a really reasonable price. We had 5 sharing meals for $59 and it was a great way to taste a few different things. The..."
Duty Manager
"On a Friday night, be there once it opens or be prepared to wait in a long queue! We got the 5 for $55 and an extra dish because we thought the..."
Linda
"-Prices has since increased a little to $59 for 5 dishes.-1hr to 1.5hr wait for a table. Seating/Eating sessions go for an hour (to accommodate..."
Lara May
"What @ricepaprscrs creates could be the best southeast Asia and fusion food in CBD. 😋 I've had Crying tiger/ BBQ Lamb rips/Vietnamese soft shell..."
Joyce Wu
"The soft-shell crab slider was defiantly worth trying. The seafood salad was also packed with great flavors but my friend who couldn't tolerate spicy..."
Elderblood
"The food here is excellent! Amazing flavours and presentation. The lambs ribs are the best. Just wish I could rock up and get a table every once in a..."
Eat_drink_melbs
"Great experience as always. Had a selection of dishes which were great and flavoursome. The ban mih and pork bao are highlights. Best to get down..."
David
"Very pleased with this place.. The service is great, well looked after, modern,ngood food, decent price. Highly recommend the 5 dish for $55, just..."
CHI@food
"+: good food (we went for the 5s and loved all 5), service (the staff knew her menu well and was a good help when you only get to choose 5 options..."
Alliwantisgoodfood
"Fantastic food. Great location and really friendly staff. We couldn't have asked for a better start to our holiday! This was our first meal is..."
Ramya Manchanda
"We enjoyed every lunch dishes esp $59 for 2. The lamb and pulled pork were the highlights for us. Excellent food and customer service. So glad we got..."
Sandy.lee.sn
"Rice Paper Scissors is one of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne. Not just because I love modern Asian food but because everything is small and..."
Fussy Eater
"The 5 dishes for $59 cannot be beat. The pork belly is a must, the betal leaves and the crying tiger dishes were also stand outs. I have been here a..."
Av
"My first question to my friends or colleagues was always "how have you been to Rice Paper Scissors?" You have to try this place out. And..."
Michelle Chen
"Came here on a Tuesday lunch time. Was lucky enough to get a table outside and the weather wasn't too bad. My friend and I got the $55 share where..."
Alisha McLean
"Loved the food, I get the hype. Whilst most of the food is deep fried, you don't get the feeling you are over indulging. The wait to get a table is..."
Justin
"A BIG FAT 'YES' FROM ME. Rice Paper Scissors takes Asian fusion to the next level. Definitely worth the wait. Go out, have a drink, come back, and..."
Vivien
"AMAZING!!! Wait time was nil but we did get there just before 6pm. The service was great. Both waiters were really friendly. we decided to get the..."
Chelsey Ramos
"Really nice Asian joint for a quick bite to eat, very reasonable prices too. They have 5 dishes for $55. I especially liked the betal leaves and..."
Heidi
"We had the Crying Tiger Beef, Lamb Ribs, Crispy Wings, Barramundi and apple salad, and the amazing pork belly. Everything was exceptional. Good..."
Antoniette
"Love love love this place! Came down from Sydney and this was on the top 5 to eat places in melbourne and it definitely lives up to the..."
Littlefoodie
"How have we not found this amazing place before?My usual aversion to places that don't take bookings was set aside once we entered the bar next..."
Evah
"Food was great. Loved getting 5 dishes to share for only $55. Enough food for two and not too pricey. Staff were a little too abrupt to walk ups..."
TJ
"Being young and Vietnamese is probably why I am so into Asian Fusion cuisines. However , not many have successfully pleased me . Either the..."
Johnny Nguyen
"Great ambience and this place combines two of my favourite types of food - Asian and Tapas!Overall the food was tasty without being..."
Rick Bob
"Great place for finger foods The 3 of us had their tasting plateDishes served: Crying Tiger Beetle LeafThai Ceviche..."
DisCallsForAMuzz
"How to set up and run a successful Foodie restaurant 101 ....Learn from this guys;There's NOTHING so super"duper"natural about..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Excellent service and great food. Reasonable price. A must try place! Soft shell crab baguette was a bit disappointing though. Will def go back again..."
Patronus
"I really enjoyed the food served here, I would say it's a fusion between vietnamese and Thai. I did the $59 menu where you choose 5 dishes of your..."
Hillary Finds Food
"Fresh, vibrant and flavoursome food. I was completely blown away by the food and the service. The hosts were helpful and the food came out..."
Mzlanah
"Lovely little place with awesome food! Friendly staff and super accommodating! A great little find and will definitely go back to try the rest..."
Shruti Mouli
"If you can get a seat in this tiny little place in an alleyway, you'll be sure to delight yourself. Delicious food, friendly wait staff and quick..."
Maggie Hunter
"Highly recommended & rightly so, this is cutting edge fusion in a cutting edge atmosphere. Vietnamese soft shell crab roll was just perfect & the..."
Theodora Minas Gianniotis
"Love this place - when you can get in! Soo popular but really worth it. Great, tasty food and reasonably priced. Looking forward to exploring the..."
Redwine
"Rice Paper Scissors has been making waves since it opened and I’ve been wanting to try it for the longest time. We arrive for lunch, specifically..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"We made a booking here for 6 people for Sunday lunch. The staff were super friendly and explained to us how the menu works, $30 a person and you get..."
Leah Sen
"Small restaurant with high reputation, so don't expect to get a table easily. The BBQ Lamb ribs was the best dishes we ordered, well flavored and..."
Ezio Hungary
"One of our greatest finds is Rice Paper Scissors tucked away at 19 Liverpool St, Melbourne. We went for lunch and loved it so much that we decided to..."
Tempting Palates
"Restaurant was small and it is difficult to get a seat during the dinner period. Luckily my second attempt was successful. Food was amazing but it..."
Tony
"Fast, furious, delicious, busy and cosy. If you are looking for good eat but don't want to spend a money come here. We tried the rice paper roll,..."
Kaushik Som
"was good when i went there with my family, we ordered quite a lot with also the special menu that was offered.the ceviche was definitely a must..."
MF
"I have been going to this place so many times now and I must say I don't think I will ever get tired of it. They are always busy. I suggest you come..."
DuckieLovesToEat
"Love this place: priced superbly at just under $30 per person for 5 different tapas dishes of modern Asian fusion. Rotating specials board. Try it,..."
Gee
"Came here today with a friend and got the 5 dishes for $59 deal. Everything we ordered was great and full of flavour and I liked the concept of..."
LeixD
"My favourite restaurant in all of Melbourne. Stumbled across RPS by chance and after perusing their menu, thought that it was very much up to Chin..."
Samantha Tyrrell
"We arrived to find a small restaurant packed to the brim. People were spilling out onto the streets, but these people didn’t seem to be waiting for..."
Gem
"Really great food! Had the special $59 for 5 dishes and it was great. I liked 4 out of the 5 dishes, it's probably because I didn't read the..."
Carlo Macatuggal
"Opened in 2013, Rice Paper Scissors is a quirky little spot located on the Eastern end of the CBD.The concept is simple: a fusion of..."
Vincent Vu
"This place was absolutely amazing! Should cost so much more for the quality of the food. Went on a Wednesday and luckily grabbed a spot right when..."
Casey Zaccaria
"I love so much this restaurant, food is amazing. But too many people and the place is too small, I waited more than 1 hour for my turn . Staff are..."
To Anh Duy
"After a little hiccup the night before we landed a spot at this much talked about eatery.It was worth the wait. Although two dishes were a..."
David Oldfield
"To avoid circling around the block while waiting for a table, definitely try to arrive as early as possible, even for a mid-week dinner. We..."
Perpetuity Of Food
"Price just went up when we came. It was 55 for two share with 5 dishes. Now 59. But still da best. Killed it. Perfect lamb rib, wonderful King prawn,..."
I_M_M_ND_
"This place deserves 5 star for the best asian fusion dishes they have, kind and helpful staff members and cool ambiance. The location doest give..."
Food Is A Blessing
"The restaurant is small but very modern and cosy. It was full and we were put on a waiting list. 1h later we were seated at the bar, and we honestly..."
Marine Piersotte
"This place is fantastic. I dined here several times when it first opened and was incredibly impressed. The only thing that has changed is how busy it..."
Patrickctully@gmail.com
"Loved it from the moment I walked in amazing atmosphere, to the staff's quirky personality, the food was epic!! We left it up to the waitress to give..."
Melb > Perth Girl
"Had a delicious lunch today - all dishes (especially the ribs and the pork belly) were fantastic, and the mango crush drink was delicious. Our only..."
Anna
"Woah this place is the bomb man.. So lived up to its hype! Got the 5 dishes for $55 per 2ppls. So got a taste of everything.. Ribs beef fried chicken..."
Vinny
"Had lunch here with my wife on my birthday and fell in love with this tiny little restaurant. Great service and friendly staff. Food was absolutely..."
VARUN KAPOOR
"amazing place for a reasonable price. ordered 5 dishes for $55 and it was enough to fill the two of us. dishes came out fast and service was quick...."
Cookielessvee
"Really great place for lunch. Come early as always packed solid. Special kudos to our friendly American waiter for excellent child friendly service...."
Uroldoc
"Sooooo amazing I had ribs and they were just supreme it's the best restaurant in Melbourne and we are going back next time we are in Melbourne! ..."
Robyn O'Riley
"Nice small restaurant hidden down one of Melbourne's Laneways. Menu is set up as an East Asian Fusion tapas which was fun and delicious! It was also..."
Grizzly
"For a first time customer to Rice Paper Scissors must say it was awesome, the service was fast and the meals were to die for, as it was an..."
Jason See
"goodddddddddddd！！！！！140 words！？ok，ok，ok，ok，i just want to improve that I already came this restaurant...."
Ashley Dong
"Came to check out this place after seeing the awesome reviews and we were indeed happy with the quality of food! Opens at 12 and the place is quickly..."
May
"Cheap quality food in the city is hard to find in the city. The one hour restriction might seem a bit full on but the food come out straight..."
HellsBathroom
"This was my birthday "surprise" dinner at another one of Melbourne's modern, fusion Asian restaurants, serving up amazing, reinvented dishes..."
Natasha Juchkov (Culinary Runway)
"There was a bit of a wait for seating (venue not full) and order being taken but not a big deal. Food was delicious. $55 for 5 dishes between two is..."
Belinda
"Went without any expectations. Was very pleasantly surprised. The 1 hour time restriction is rather limiting but overall, it's a pretty good deal...."
Princess_Porky
"Love this place. Tasty meals, friendly staff & a gorgeous ambiance. A long wait for a Thursday but this was worth the wait. I'll be back for..."
Deborah Pacheco
"Great busy crowded place. Get there early or there's a wait list. Awesome and cheap 2 person menu 5 different dishes for $55. Love the different..."
Munchinmelbourne
"I arrived just as lunch service was finished (2.28) but was allowed in *yay*! I ordered the goi ga which was just ok - the chicken had a bit of an..."
Foodandwinefan
"Loved this place! It's so popular we had to wait 1.5 hours but thankfully, my friend went down earlier to place his name on the waiting list. And..."
Boxitrepeat
"Dined here on a Saturday with a party of 6 and we lovedd it! Arrived at the place early (5.50pm) for dinner to beat the weekend crowd and were seated..."
Nom Nomz
"Delicious and affordable asian fusionWe ate at the CBD restaurant. The place is small so there is often a wait for tables. We arrived at..."
Melbourne Foodie Memoirs
"Top 3 Zomato Rating in Melbie. Asian Tapas Bar. Most of Dishes had alot of WOW factor with amazing blend of spicy and sour. My favourite was the..."
Howard Phung
"Been trying to dine here for a couple of times but they are always crowded with long queue! Came here early in the evening and managed to get..."
XiaoHui Teo
"One of my favourite places to eat in Melbourne. Love the modern tapas take on some of the Asian street food delicacies. Had the $55 choice of 5 tapas..."
Bayu Prasakti Tjandra
"Food and service were sensational, we couldn't have enough of the caramelised pork belly (highly recommended). The staff were very friendly and..."
Hannah Duong
"A vibrant little restaurant serving delicious asian fusion food.  We waited for a table for around 45 minutes (waiter was accurate in estimate) and..."
Woofa R
"This is a nice little place in town if you want to try a selection of asian tapas dishes. We tried the $55 lunch special which got us 5 different..."
Megan M
"Nice little casual style hawker restaurant. Drinks are great too. Especially for a post work drinks and small foods it's perfect. Would definitely..."
HH24
"Very tasty food and great value for money. Has a reasonably sized choice of dishes to order, most of which are very good. Some of the specials can be..."
C
"If you're coming here in large groups, don't expect to order one of everything or mostly everything as you will be limited to the $55 for 2 option..."
Minh Thuy Le
"Waiters are polite and kind. However, the food service is a little bit slow. My recommendations are the crying tiger, ceviche and balinese duck..."
Andreas Saputra
"A tapas food outlet located on Liverpool street, though I went to this place after seeing marvelous reviews but was disappointed with the less..."
Shantanu Agarwal
"Had the $55 for 2 menu which included 5 dishes. We picked the lamb ribs, fried chicken, bbq king prawns, betel leaf with lobster and crying tiger..."
Sue
"Great price and great taste! Would say if you like dining at chin chins but aren't quite happy with the prices then this is your spot! They allow you..."
Ai Ng
"Food and service was amazing here. Didn't have to wait long either. The dishes that really stood out for me was the Galloping Horse and BBQ Lamb..."
Jeffery Lim Shi Qiang
"Amazing. Loved everything about our experience to Rice Paper Scissors. The menu offered just enough without being overwhelming. With just an hour to..."
Putfoodinme_
"Mate, less than $30 bucks for 5 tapas...you can't get it anywhere with that price. The other bonus is that, the food were so tasty. You will..."
Marietta
"Probably the best dinner I've ever had. Do your self a favour, it's worth the wait for a table. Go next door for a drink and they'll text you when..."
Lauren Green
"Wow what an amazing dinner! The food here is so tasty & is very well priced. You may have to wait for a table but it's certainly worth it. The..."
K
"Went here for lunch and absolutely LOVED it. Went early (1130am) because we knew it would get busy and it did. We weren't aware but Apparently you..."
Foodie1988
"Been there twice and still in love with their food!! Highly recommend their sticky pork belly, crying tiger(beef) and Thai ceviche!!! Too bad that..."
Mabel Lee
"waited 40 mins, but totally worth it! very nice soft drinks, love the soft shell buns. and $55 for 2 ppl of 5 dishes! not pricy at all~..."
Jane Xiaoqing Xu
"Seated at 8pm after putting our names down at 6.30pm.  Not too bad for a Thursday night considering you can pop next door for drink at Double..."
Umami
"Great food, loved the pork buns the most. As the sessions are limited to one hour they will seat you if some of your group is late (which is..."
Anweener
"Everything are soooo Good！ the food service and environment and location! Can't wait for the second time! Must try everything on the menu..."
Smily
"Down a nestled single car laneway on the parliament end of town, Rice Paper Scissors is one of my all time favourites. I stumbled across this place..."
Victoria
"Awesome! The most delicious food I have ever tasted in Melbourne! Uh... Even in my life! Really amazing! We 3 girls enjoy all the dishes here! We..."
Streamy
"Melbourne's food scene is an exciting one. Places like Rice Paper Scissors add to and indeed make that reputation. We found the place using Zomato..."
Ann Jacob-Chandler
"We had seen that it opened at 6, so we tried to get there a little earlier.. but was shocked to find the place was already full, and had to go on a..."
Jay Linsell
"Most of the food that we ordered were so delicious! Ribs were by far my favourite. Really bad that they don't take bookings, as it's a really tiny..."
Simone
"Soo soo soo good, exceeded my expectation！Bring eating experience to a whole new level. The staff are professional, warming and accommodating...."
Meltoneater
"If you're looking for the perfect place that caters to all your senses, this is it!Food- 5/5 Two options - either order individually OR go..."
Saabrin J
"Small, cosy restaurant with amazing food, even better desert and extremely friendly staff. Ordered the 5 dishes deal and grabbed a variety with my..."
Rares
"Best. Ever. So, so, so tasty and fresh. Great service. Fun vibe. AMAZING food. Great cocktails. Love it! Would live here if I could...."
Idon'tcookbutIeat
"Category: Casual Asian fusionPrice:..."
Hosaki
"The portions are generous, especially if you go with the 2 people for $55 option which gives you 5 dishes of your choice from the menu. The staff..."
Delightfullytasty
"This cosy hidden germ serves you yummy food w good price, the dish size is perfect for two ppl to share. Make sure you come here a bit early as seats..."
Annie Lu
"This place was awesome! It's rather small and quite packed at peak hours but it was worth the wait. The staff were really friendly and helpful. As..."
Sophina Chong
"This has to be my new favourite new spot in Melbourne. The wait was about an hour but 100% worth it. The sticky pork was incredible and we where..."
Clare Louise Wilson
"I'm a Thai food lover and this restaurant with limited seating offers the most delicious Thai food I have ever eaten in Melbourne. The betel leaf..."
Facebook User
"Rice paper scissors is a cool hawker-style dining space where they serve a range of tasty dishes inspired by South East Asia. Sort of like Asian..."
Olive Sundays
"We booked a table for 2 and were seated at the bar. We had the 5 courses for $55 - sticky pork, ribs, crying tiger, galloping horses and crispy..."
Julia
"My wife and I had the 5 dishes for $55, which is exceptional value for money given the quality of food and portion size. We really enjoyed all of the..."
Josh Hall
"It was my first time here for me and my friends. I have only heard good things about this place, and I was not disappointed! The food was just..."
A.E.L
"As a group of four we had an awesome range of great menu items, all very creatively presented. The ribs were sensational and a highlight for me! The..."
MsLizzyK
"Arrived at Rice Paper Scissors ard 7.30 and got informed that a seat inside is about an hour's wait. Happy to sit outside so only waited for like 10..."
Olivia Xiao
"Food was amazing! Especially the lamb ribs, meat melted off the bone. Great value too. Only issue was the blaring music, couldn't even hear the..."
Courtney
"Cozy little place with great food, had pork bun, sticky pork belly, duck leg, crispy barramundi, lamb rib for 55, great value, the sticky pork belly..."
Lisa Wang
"Arrived at 6.30pm on a Saturday night expecting an hour wait however we got a seat outside straight away under the heater. The food is 10 out of 10..."
Birdman
"Arrived on a Thursday night just before 6 and all the space indoors had been taken. However it wasn't such a chilly night so outdoors was fine,..."
Eslow
"At 55 for two people (or 27.50 pp no matter how big your party is), this is one restaurant to visit. Stick with the tried and true favourites..."
Alexis Lee Yue Xiu
"Asian-inspired finger food served up in share platters with a range of beers and cocktails to wash down your meals. The space is cozy, and is tucked..."
Nithya Nagarajan
"Rice Paper Scissors is a popular small Thai restaurant so booking is a must. I had the 'share the love' banquet which you can choose any 5 dishes for..."
Gabby Webb
"i am totally in love with this place, me and my friends were sitting at the bar in front of the chefs. totally excited as we can see how they..."
Natalia
"Got there at quarter to 6pm just before service on a Saturday night and it was already chockers, luckily there were just the three of us and they..."
Andre Boun
"Live up to its rating ! A fabulous place to hang out with friends. Not suitable for a large group of people. This place is super crowded and never..."
Hartini Wong
"LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! We always order the 5 tapas for $55. Good variety of dishes to choose from and the specials are delicious and always..."
Lime N Coconut
"This is my all time favourite place for tapas! I have tried a few tapas place around Melbourne (Chinchin, supernormal, lucy liu ect) but, this place..."
Lora Phan
"I am a little sad that this eatery has become so popular; fantastic for Rice Paper Scissors but bad for me as it just means it is harder to get a..."
HungryMe
"The crying tiger was just AMAZING and love their Waterfall Pork Salad - the mix of the herbs made an authentic taste of Thai. Interesting Mini..."
Mozel Cao
"Arrived at 6.20pm on a Friday night to find a friendly waiter informing us of a 45 minute wait. Ended up being only a 30 minute wait.We..."
Ka
"We got there at 5:45 just before it was open for dinner so we were able to get in straightaway without having to wait. Very cozy inside with limited..."
Kimmy_desu
"I had dinner there tonight with my partner we got 5 dishes for $55 and 2 cocktails it was by far the best dinner I have had in a long time everything..."
Amy Crockett
"Delicious was very happy with my meal had a great time in this small but lively place. Its hidden in a Melbourne laneway like most of melbournes best..."
Carol Jenes
"Rice Paper Scissors is a South East Asian inspired hawker dining bar situated on Liverpool Street in Melbourne. With it's mouth watering menu and..."
The New Fave
"Rice Paper Scissors is a South East Asian inspired hawker dining bar situated on Liverpool Street in Melbourne. With it's mouth watering menu and..."
The New Fave
"I went here for lunch today and I was surprisingly impress. The food was fresh and the service was great. If your in the city and looking for a quick..."
Leon
"Love this place! Generous amounts of food for the price you pay which is cheap as chips! We were so stuffed. My favourite here is definitely the..."
Ellie K
"This place had spectacular food, great atmosphere and fantastic drinks. Few problems, very small venue and too much coriander (sorry to say just..."
Jordan Greaves
"Best food I have ever had. Get the lamb rips, and then get the lamb ribs again, definitely go again before I leave Melbourne! Amazing service, cheap..."
Stephen Rolfe
"Had a delightful lunch here. Love the style and concept. Quaint, warm and just welcoming. Friendly staff, perky and smiley. Best part was the kitchen..."
Sam Siren
"Wow im really impressed with this place. Been here a few times now just decided to write a review to say thanks for such great night here the food is..."
Craig Freemann
"love love love it here! 5 dishes for $55 and have never been disappointed, no matter what I pick. Popular destination so either get there early or..."
Beryl
"People say this restaurant is the little sister of Chin Chin. I say this one is way better. We ordered roast duck, sticky pork belly, char grilled..."
Luke And Hannah
"Finally made it in the other day, and the build up to eating here did not disappoint. The five dishes for $55 is incredibly good value, and the food..."
This Diner Is Anonymous
"Such a great hidden gem. Came here for a work lunch and was not disappointed!! Great service and decent portion sizes with reasonable prices. Food..."
Katherine.meulen
"Cool, original, great food, great staff, great wine and cocktails, this place is the bomb!! The structure of the 5 dish share option is inspired and..."
Long Lunch
"We walked passed this place few times and it is always packed. Went there on sat 6pm needed to wait for half hour, quicker than expected. Food was..."
JeCci
"Lovely food and good value for money! The set menu comes with a lot of food to share and it isOnly 55$ per couple! The waiting list is long..."
Kari_food Lover
"You must go to this place!go, quick, run don't walkwe got lucky at 6.15pm on a friday night and managed to get a table straight..."
C
"WOWZA! Came here with a group of 9 (a nightmare for any small restaurant) and they were great about it! Of course we had to wait for a table..."
Bre Gerritsen
"We were hungry souls tonight as we just came back on a day out from the Grampians. Rice Paper Scissors was perfect because its portion sizes are..."
Evelovelle
"Came here for dinner on a Friday night after seeing in the Trending This Week collection. We got to the restaurant at 5.40pm and were already around..."
Marat
"AMAZING! Words cannot describe how great this place was. The food was full of flavor and cooked to perfection.The staff were out of this..."
Corza_21
"Wow, is this place a bit of a treat or what! I can safely say that I really quite enjoyed the menu options on offer here, as well as the service, and..."
JW
"Do yourself a favour and dine here! We had the $55 for 2pax select 5 dishes option and were not disappointed! Sooo much food! The pork belly and..."
Amazon
"Fantastic food, great little spot for a quick lunch on a Friday. Could've easily stuck around all afternoon. Only disappointing part is not splitting..."
Russell Brenner
"Amazing and authentic Asian cuisine. Have recommended this restaurant to so many people as think that the $55 for 5 courses is such good value for..."
Beryl
"Dined here and really enjoyed the experience, the management was great, few minor confusions with the menu and the price when you have three people..."
Grant
"Rice Paper Scissors is a South East Asian inspired hawker dining bar situated on Liverpool Street in Melbourne. With it's mouth watering menu and..."
The New Fave
"This place is budget asian fusion at it's best. 5 dishes for $55 for 2 people is exceptional value. While all 5 dishes we had were extremely tasty,..."
Christina Tee
"Great vibe, friendly attentive service and quality asian inspired food with a twist. I would come back. I especially enjoyed the balinese duck with..."
Vn03935
"Fresh colourful dishes that are designed to be shared, bustling atmosphere and efficient service. Rock Paper Scissors is another one of those..."
DAMMIT JANET I LOVE FOOD
"Thai food like no other how can you combine flavors so well and yet be able to taste each individual ingredientwell done-we will be back ..."
Thomas Devana
"We really like the food we had, especially Thai fried chicken was one of the best fried chicken we've had! We got the $55 deal for 5 dishes and all..."
Live_in_melbourne
"We used our hands shamelessly and shared, shifted and shuffled things around so that everyone got to try everything. There’s no room for selfish..."
ByTheSpoonful
"I have been putting off coming here for too long - thoroughly enjoyed everything that we ordered as part of the $55 for 5 item deal. The soft shell..."
John Reynoldson
"Flavor is there with good selection on menu, service was good and dishes were explained properly. Nice experiance, looking forward to come..."
Micheal Pikket
"Rice Paper Scissors is just over a year old and are churning out more delicious Vietnamese morsels than you can shake a Bahn mi at. Owner Rahmie..."
Trading Plates
"Luckily got a table straight away as extreme busy! We got the five dishes for $55 deal. Really enjoyed every dish we got. All very flavoursome and..."
I Love Food
"Good food that was worth more than the price charged! I was expecting better service from the FOH staff at this good restaurant. Highly recommend..."
Einney
"Great food but......... Waiting time was an hour which was not a problem, they take your mobile and notify you when your table is ready. You have..."
Judy
"How good is this place !. Very good, that's how good. Don't know how they do the quality for the price. Got there and it was full (no surprise,..."
Towillathome-inbox
"Do yourself a favour and dine here! Great staff, cool vibe and great food. We picked the 5 dishes for 2, everything was..."
Sarahphillipsid
"Get in early so you don't miss out. Loved this place, we were so lucky to get the last table when we arrived at 6pm, they don’t take bookings so if..."
Heldawg
"Great Food and cocktails! L.... Great Food and cocktails!Lovely flavours and relaxed atmosphere. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Will come..."
Emma Sharpe
"GREAT!. Great atmosphere. Food was fantastic. Cannot speak more highly of the restaurant.My only (small) criticism is that the beer was too..."
Djl
"Like Chin Chin but good. As mentioned by other reviewers the style of food is similar but without being dragged down by mediocre and expensive main..."
StickAForkInIt
"So amazing! Delicious food! Make sure you get the..."
Dahl
"Flavour explosion!!. We went here for dinner last night and it was such a fabulous evening! Travis the host was so welcoming and lovely... he..."
CU_Foodie
"My friend sago landed in Melbourne a day before me and managed to try this place for lunch. He raved about how good it was and after sending me..."
Simmybear Eats
"I love this place!. Prawn Betel Leaf, Lamb Ribs, Crispy Thai Chicken, Barramundi (OMG!) ....ALL amazing!! So delicious. Timed it perfectly...."
Caitlin
"YUM YUM YUM!! The food here.... YUM YUM YUM!!The food here is absolutely amazing!!! Best pork belly I've ever had and hands down beats red spice..."
Meghan
"In love. First time trying this place today and it was amazing!! Every single dish was absolutely delicious, just spot on with the balance of..."
Amy
"One of my all-time favourite go-to restaurants. Have been here 5-6 times since they opened and have always loved their food. Fresh, tasty, and just..."
Epicureal
"Delicious. I had the 5 tapas for $55 offer. The tapas were delicious - lots of amazing flavours and most of the dishes were cooked to perfection...."
Urbanette
"An ex colleague from a long time ago was in town this week. Amazing how Facebook keeps people connected! And we made plans to catch up in the week. I..."
Minda Barley
"Well hidden in a hard to find location, is this gem of a restaurant. Their sharing dishes are superb and their salads were mediocre. Lots of flavour,..."
FOOD TRIP
"... I am going to do is describe to you a nice, well priced, meal... Prices per dish vary, but cap out at about $18 for a large 'meal for one' salad...."
Snow Crab Nebula
"Amazing!. Amazing food and great service! Highly recommended this place. We'll be back for sure! One of the best places in..."
Whoisjoe
"Best Meal I Had in Melbourne. Went here for Lunch, and it was amazing! Best meal I had the whole trip in Melbourne, packed full of flavour,..."
Anon
"I love this place! Great food, funky vibe and great service. Will definitely be..."
SS
"Cool little hideaway. Small but definitely cosy establishment suits the type of food they serve up here. Nothing flash but simple good flavours...."
RMan
"My 2 Thumbs up !!. Every single thing is so yum..."
Itsflorenz
"Fantasia!!!. Loved it!! Food was amazing and the Manager was divine, he ensured we didn't over order and helped us revise the number of dishes we..."
B Thorn
"Fabulous. Awesome little place down a laneway at the top end of Chinatown. Fun atmosphere, really friendly staff - and the Asian tapas food was YUM !..."
Ceekay
"Excellent, authentic south-east Asian place. Full disclosure: this is my cousin-in-law's restaurant.Went to my cousin-in-law's restaurant..."
SB Tang
"Surprisingly impressed. I'm usually fussy when it comes to Asian foods but this place blew me away. We took up the waitress' suggestion of the $27.5..."
Just Another Foodie
"My favourite restaurant at the moment. Have been multiple times now and the food and service is always good. Although they can be quite busy the..."
Hoey
"I'm going to try everything on your menu. This place is amazing if you want to share food with your friends.Everything I have ordered has been a..."
Bonchikiwawa
"More WOW than Shamwow!. This is most definitely my new favourite place. Incredibly delicious food, great service and bang for your buck. The place..."
Anna K
"We were recommended to go there and it was fantastic. Awesome staff and outstanding food. We will be back and urge many to visit. 10/10 price, food..."
Paula Rogers
"Great modern tapas style Asian. Lunched here a few weeks back. We had the banquet, portioned for the 3 of us, and let our waitress choose the dishes..."
John
"Forget Chin Chin's.... This place is the best we've come across since moving back from Hong Kong two years ago. Since being back we've tried to find..."
Eat Tweet Love
"Great value for money. Awesome food and service! The $55 option with 5 tapas for two to share is really good, if you like tasting a few different..."
Kora
"Can't wait to go back again and again and again.... I was so happy with the first visit which was just last week. Today I went back again. Matt (one..."
Overheard
"Everything about this place is..."
Jessica
"Rice Paper Scissors is cool. It's tucked halfway down Liverpool St - the fact that you kind of have to hunt it down makes it even more cool..."
Tardar Sauce
"Interestingly innovative. The food here is a mixture of South Eastern Asian cuisines, including Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysian... (can't remember all)...."
Kenny Nguyen
"Best restaurant in the City. Always impresses. Staff are fantastic and the chefs create wonderful..."
Ilovemelbourne
"Amazing!!! Food was superb & service was outstanding. Every dish left me wanting more. Highly recommended people to try this little city gem out...."
Michael Taggiris
"Very Cool. Nice service, great food, highly..."
Sen.titus.ng
"Oh so very good!. As we ventured off on one of our regular date nights my partner and I decided to give Rice Paper Scrs a try. So many people have..."
The White Rabbit
"Superb! staff are super friendly too. whisky marinated ribs are great. we had the spatchcock with banana blossoms & that was so amazing and delicate...."
Jonathan Ong
"Great food but mixed service. Great variety of foods and flavours and neat selection of asian beers. Delectable ribs, juicy duck buns, zingy squid..."
AvK
"Great friendly service, knowledgable wait staff, amazing tasting food , brilliant atmosphere. Perfect for a few friends to a group. Hot tip- you need..."
Kasey Vanilah Ryan
"Divine. The staff are wonderful and attentive and the food is gorgeous. I will definately be returning! Cannot speak highly enough of this..."
Ash
"Melt in your mouth lamb ribs. Been here twice in the span of 2 weeks! Lovely staff, the place has a great vibe and delicious food and cocktails! Keep..."
SHYLOKeats
"The dishes here are yummmm yummmm yummy! Love the fried chicken, BBQ ribs, pork belly bun, som tham, kingfish ceviche. Simple, delicious and similar..."
Ally
"Love this place! Flavors so delicate and complex yet hearty and satisfying! The style and ambiance are very simple but funky. Friendly service and..."
Mariposa
"Wow! So many flavours in one mouthful...."
Marni Baker
"Great tapas selection!! Highly recommend..."
Gautam Agnihotri
"Papaya Salad. Tastes like I'm back in..."
Sophie Einöder
"Amazing Amazing Amazing. Owner was very helpful in suggesting a sharing platter for the group I was with that was celebrating a birthday. Amount was..."
Tatiana-craven
"Amazing food (share plate for 2 for $49), outstanding service, delicious cocktails and great atmosphere! A must visit whilst in..."
Holly Landers
"Great little place: super food and friendly staff. I went when they first opened (on my own), food was good, but service slow. They have ironed out..."
James
"Good find!. Good location (theatre district), great service & excellent food. This is a South East Asian tapas restaurant, and we spent a laid back..."
Manmar
"Wow. Wow. Wow. Flavour packed, divine food in a quirky setting with great staff. Yes please! I'll be..."
Gabrielle N
"First time, definitely not the last time. I had dinner for the first time last night at Rice Paper Scissors and it was a great night out. There were..."
Felicity
"Welcoming, professional, creative, delicious, memorable. I had a great first experience at this restaurant with 2 close friends tonight. The space..."
Nicole Joy
"The selection of five dishes was great value. Food was truly excellent and service was perfect, helpful but not..."
Ashwin Mathur
"Brilliant food. Enthusiastic and attentive..."
Latitudes
"Awese atmosphere, service and food. Cheap and amazing..."
Daniel Pursehouse
"A great dinning experience.... Refined asian street food, tapas style. A great concept. Friendly staff, very well executed dishes, thoughtful..."
Melbvegasmusic
"WOW!! The food was simply amazing and the service was first rate. Each dish was outstanding with flavours that were both complex and yet simple. My..."
Rickbigc
"Gem of a find. Great spot for after work drinks and snacks, which turned into a mealthe crying tiger was superb, so tender and flavoursome, the..."
Jordan4321
"Amazing food, exceptional service. DELICIOUS DELICIOUS DELICIOUS! Kim's service was fantastic, providing recommendations around what was best to eat...."
Inlovewithbrunch
"Sat at bar opposite chef and serving staff, very informal and friendly. The small serves were tasty and unique. We spent all night talking to owners,..."
Kevlaur1
"Brilliant hawker style food.. Amazing from start to finish. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted like an old friend by the barman who proceeded..."
LucyBoots
"This place is awesome!! As good as the better known hawker style places but half the price.Get in early or be prepared to wait as it's a..."
AdamnNess
"Agree with all the other positive reviews. Killer food, competent and friendly service, and reasonably priced. Tip - get there early to avoid..."
Neil
"Yum!! Will be back again very soon..."
Foodie
"Goody gum drops.. Little restaurant big heart. The two owners work there. Cool dudes. Service was competent without a fuss, apart from a point where..."
Ice Cream Sandwiches
"Yummy food but kitchen needs to get the orders out faster. The food is really tasty; it is 'asian tapas style' deliciousness.However, every..."
Somebodyfabulous
"What more could you want - Under-stated casual/cool environment, friendly staff, great cocktails and amazing food that matches some of the best spots..."
BlueJay
"Every dish ranges from good to out of this world. I'll be back. And..."
Mr. White
"Absolutely amazing food, could not recommend this place more! the staff were very lovely and friendly and the whole atmosphere is great. would..."
Poppy
"Amazing food with a great atmosphere and staff. I highly recommend this place and will definitely..."
Rachel Fisk
"Ridiculously fantastic food for really great price. Funky atmosphere and super friendly and professional service. Fresh favours awesome..."
Susan Williams
"Nice surprise. 5 share plates for $45 is perfect for two. The food is tasty and the cocktails are pretty decent too. Great place for drinks and..."
Seoulcitykitty
"Awesome Went for dinner , .... Awesome Went for dinner , only went in cause my friends recommended it to us . Loved the food and service..."
Loveroffood
"Glorious food!. Food is a wonderful, blend of East/West and they like to experiment. We turned up on a slow Friday night yet the staff were not..."
City Dweller
"Amazing amazing amazing! Love it just as it is! Go now before the rest of Melbourne discovers! Staff are so lovely, I'd change nothing about this..."
Gigi
"Great little addition to the street. Tasty treats and good casual service. Will be good when they get a bit more serious about the drinks but off to..."
Hung Dong Long
"Awesome!!. Cool little Asian tapas in one of the Melbourne laneways. We stumbled across this Jem when our intended restaurant was closed for the..."
Cath Van Kretschmar
"Good value modern Asian food. Cute, and very good people watching, seating out the front and a cool fit out. We had the 5 plates for $45, plus a..."
Allana
"Wow!!. Dropped by for lunch here today based on word of mouth reccomendations. We were blown away by the taste sensations, it was like a party in my..."
The GM
"Party. Been waiting for something new and fresh.Heard through some friends who went and it lived up to there recommendation.Food was..."
Sjenkins
"Had a great meal last night very healthy as well also the place had a great vibe loved..."
Lorraine Stafford
"Amazing food! Exceptional staff and customer service. I eat out a lot and would have to say that the freshness and flavours produced in the food is..."
Stui Rooke
"Amazing food and service!!. All I can say is that "Rice Paper Scissors" is a MUST TRY for anyone looking at experiencing a delightful mix of asian..."
AjDs
"Rice paper Scissors- I Win!!!. I love what you can find in the city with all these hidden little gems everywhere. Well today we found RPS! A friend..."
Symee09
"Wow.....we were lucky enough to find this little gem yesterday for lunch !!!Fabulous exotic flavours....Highly recommend it .....Tempura..."
Kelly Kerwin
"Had lunch outside on a weekday and it was fantastic. Lots of little dishes, the deep-fried pork rinds were probably a little overly indulgent (not..."
Gasbrake
"Popped in for lunch . It had only been open 2 days. The guys said they were doing a soft opening week until the liquor licence comes thru. But I can..."
Su Jen Lee
"New modern asian. Awesome new place with tapas sized small plates , all with modern , yet authentic , asian flavours. Perfect for a night at the bar..."
Shane Stafford
" Melbourne's iconic laneways of food and festivities really don't disappoint when they keep serving up places such as Rice Paper Scissors (19..."
Bunnybloggers
"The service was swift, the portion sizes modest, thus the two of us managed to work our way through a significant portion of their intriguing menu. ..."
De-brief Me
"RPS works off the concept of small plates of delicious Asian-inspired mouthfuls. The helpful waiter suggested we go for the $25/each sharing menu..."
Expensive Delicious Habit.
"Rice Paper Scissors offers a great take on the modern Thai/Vietnamese street food theme with a casual vibe and wallet-friendly prices. Shorter wait..."
Amy W
"The BBQ Lamb Ribs ($11) were marinated in a mixture of soy and Mekong whisky, and melted sweetly and succulently off the bone, helped by a generous..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"Now I understand why this place is always packed and they never bother to do takeaway.  The food here is amazing, and so affordable! Most of the..."
Melbourne Glutton
"The son-in-law eggs were different to how I’d seen them before, just fried rather than boiled followed by a quick deep fry. This meant that the..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"The staff here are so friendly! I came in for a solo lunch and they were immediately chatty and warm. The gentleman who I think was the manager gave..."
Rachel Sellers
"Absolutely INCREDIBLE time having dinner here this week!! There were 2 of us and we did the $45 pp for 5 sharing dishes option. Not only was the food..."
Jessika Costa
"Popular Thai restaurant. Lots of vegan options. Special is $45 per person for 5 dishes. Good variety and could not fault any dish. Fresh quality..."
Bill Mrozek
"Banquet for two (45 pp) for lunch. You can choose five dishes from the menu. All of the five dishes were really well done. A little bit sweet for my..."
K
"Good vibe restaurant. Staff super friendly, delicious food and tasty cocktails. Also, the 5 dishes to share is a great option for the price. Dessert..."
Vanessa Wingert
"Enjoyed lunch for 3. 2 having $45pp 5 share plates and 1 teen choosing 2 dishes. The food was delicious. There were a lot of other customers so it..."
Susan Lengyel
"There are many reasons this Southeast Asian fusion restaurant has been around for years and still is very popular. Funky yet bright interior decor,..."
Ryan H
Pascale Bar & Grill
88/100 (950 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Australian
Vegan Options
European
Grill
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Grill
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Drinks
Prawns
Toasts
Beef
Lamb
Fish
Salad
Duck
Oyster
Sit down
European
Contemporary
Grill
Australian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Accepts Visa
Highchairs Available
Private Dining
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts American Express
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Valet Parking
Reservations
Breakfast
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Fine Dining
"Great fine dining experience. We skipped the entrees because I wanted to save room for dessert. It was a good decision.For mains we had..."
Warren Louey
"This was a fantastic dining experience. The staff are diligent, vigilant and friendly. Great atmosphere and the food was absolutely phenomenal...."
Ruth Li
"Have to give it 5 stars because the manager guy literally went out of his way to help us. Ordered the pork belly for entree, john dory for main and..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"A friend invited us to Pascale Bar and Grill for a nice dinner and drinks. We absolutely loved the decor of this fantastic hotel ( including the..."
Ozzy Kunnu
"4.5Always a little skeptical of hotel restaurants, but Pascale certainly delivered. We started with the butter clams which was a small serving..."
Gee
"Clam Butter was a tad salty, but the rest are good food, great venue, good service but not a fan of $6.00 for a bottle of water without advice, need..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Had the sher wagyu steak with a beautiful red wine sauce, and it was just divine 👌🤤 they also have a wattle seed ice cream and cake dessert..."
Ji Song
"This is the second time I’ve been to Pascale and it continues to impress, from the super hip interior (of QT Melbourne) to the lovely and attentive..."
Nini Foodie
"Came here on the Fork Festival deal - excellent Service and absolutely beautiful restaraunt in the QT hotelThe open kitchen Gives a very luxe..."
Tanya Carneiro From Heavenly Morsel Instagram
"We always go there on a 40% discount as we book through the Fork and must say it is one of the best values out there on the app.The restaurant..."
Chinmay Khisty
"Craving desserts with no booking on a Saturday night is tough. Luckily Pascale Bar & Grille at @qtmelbourne were able to accommodate and it didn’t..."
Van Nguyen
"Beautiful restaurant and great ambience. Everything was super delicious and flavoursome. Would definitely recomment the pumpkin risotto. You cant go..."
Tania
"Great experience. From bar staff to waiter and waitress and food and drinks! Food was delish, with lots of flavour. We all were happy with what we..."
Mysy
"We have stayed in the QT Hotel in Melbourne which is home to this restaurant.The breakfast locations in the city can be very few and far..."
Christopher & Marian
"I had my birthday dinner at Pascale Bar & Grill.The atmosphere is relaxed and tidy.The staff made sure we were comfortable, and were very..."
Sylvia's POV
"This bustling, 120 seat open-plan dining room offers an expansive menu influenced by a modern day bar & grill and set within the buzz of QT..."
Robin
"Date night with the girls. We all had the 200g wagyu steak. It was simply delicious. I asked for medium rare, it was cook to perfection! Great..."
Joey
"Great place excellent service and delicious food must come try the Wagyu porterhouse steak and truffles. The steak is aged well and cooked to..."
Ayapom
"Absolutely amazing.Great environment. Food was delicious the place is surrounded by beautiful design details everywhere.Drinks where..."
The Food Critics
"Had date night at Pascale. All dishes were beautifully presented. Dishes we had were kingfish, quail, marron, suckling pig and soufflé. My favourite..."
Hungry Koala
"Date night at Pascale could not have been more perfect. The service was impeccable from start to finish, I did not encounter one person..."
Kayla Nguyen
"Food and customer service was on point!We had the cured kingfish - which was absolutely beautiful with the black garlic. For entree, we ordered..."
Shu
"Could not have asked for a better finale to this year’s Truffle season. Chef Andy Harmer (previously heading Vue de Monde and The Point) made magic..."
Kenny
"Boutique hotel brand QT has a stellar reputation on delivering quality accommodation, so it should come as no surprise that QT Melbourne's bar and..."
Theycallmemaggie
"Located inside the great QT Melbourne hotel this place is very cool. Lunch menu is fantastic with dinner a bit more high end. Had the pork belly,..."
Birdman
"Located in the cool surroundings of the Qt hotel this restaurant exceeded expectations. Luxe restaurant, great service and the food was to die for. ..."
Annannann
"Loving this dimly lit spot for brekky if you’re staying at QT or just to pop in, the baked eggs were freakin’ amazing and the truffle scrambled?!..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"This place is amazing. Food and service was above and beyond. Had dinner here last night with my husband and kids. The menu accommodated all of as...."
Paras Haralabidis
"I was staying at the QT, so got to eat their breakfast for 4 days running and had lunch there. The staff were brilliant. On Saturday, they had a..."
Ananya Singhal
"Incredible is an understatement. Service is impeccable, food is delicious and the venue is stunning. Could not fault one thing, definitely coming..."
14KD
"This place is hands down amazing. The service was incredible and the food was even better. I can't wait to come back and bring my fiancé! Thanks for..."
SK
"Service was excellent food perfect the squid , octopus and flounder were worth it. I will be back good wine list Cocktails were limited and..."
Ramskil Thomas
"This review is for last November. We booked for 8 people and although many of the group arrived late, our waiter was very accommodating and allowed..."
RoamingEats
"Staying at the QT - just had dinner here the second night in a row, and will come back tomorrow night too. The food is just so good!Can highly..."
Lucinda K
"Located on level one of the QT Hotel Melbourne we were pleasantly surprised at the interesting, chic, out there decor and their fabulous food...."
Foodinfocusz
"Firstly the ambience is very dark and moody - great for sitting around chatting not so good when trying to read the menu, or even updating maekup in..."
Sneha Arora
"Excellent meal in contemporary hotel surrounds. Dining area was comfortable...we had the chicken fricasee and nicoise salad....both very tasty and..."
D H & Q
"Sophisticated dinner venue with a vast menu. I ordered the steak au poivre medium rare which was lovely and tender. We also shared the wok greens,..."
Kate Dougherty
"Actually went for a drink at the Rooftop Bar, but we weren't let upstairs so turned for a dinner here. Food was amazing, though found it a little..."
Christy Kang
"Gorgeous restaurant and food. Everything is delicious and well thought out and decor is stunning. Great place for a nice, higher end dinner date...."
Alevia Peterson
"Came here the other night for a drink as we couldn't get upstairs to the rooftop and we had a dinner booking across the road. Staff are nice..."
Couchfoodie
"The food was superb. I have been to many different restaurants and by far this menu was unique and full of flavour. Service was excellent. Will..."
Alma Klepo
"Have been a few times now and thoroughly enjoy the restaurant.The Char grilled chicken is an absolute highlight, as too are the..."
AnthonyMP
"Probably one of the best new restaurants in melbourne. I'm sick of the minimalist hipster decor that is pervading through all of melbourne. This..."
Tony Chen
"Pascale Bar & Grill at new hotel QT is a fabulous addition to the Melbourne scene, and The World Loves Melbourne (David and Mario) was invited along..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"Had a really fantastic Xmas lunch here which was innovative as well as delicious, the desserts especially creative - hats off to the culinary..."
Linziroy
"Highly recommended.  Sporting a fantastic fitout and hip atmosphere, Pascale serves up fantastic French inspired food.  We started with Oysters and..."
Evan Davey
"Given its positive feedback that were outlined in many reviews, I decided to book for my 2021 NYE dinner. The location, services and taste, were all..."
Cindy C Rahardjo
"Love the ambience and service. The service is fast and efficient. Perfect for dine in for group of friends or dating. Will definitely be back to try..."
tula lee
"We had our 10 year anniversary here last night. We had the best time, the ambiance of the venue is amazing, perfect for date night. We started of in..."
Sara Louise
"Love the atmosphere, perfect for a night out with friends for a nice drink and amazing food! The waiting staff were friendly and the food served was..."
Clarie L
"Perfect place for a date night. Food is good and drinks are even better however service takes the cake from me .. best service in city so..."
Jasveen Kaur
Philippe
88/100 (2442 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
French
French
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
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Dinner
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Parfait
Salmon
Foie gras
Prawns
Toasts
Escargot
Meringue
Beef
Roast Chicken
Quail
Snails
Salad
Beef Cheeks
Duck
Lamb
Fish
Oyster
Sit down
French
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Private Dining
Wine and Beer
Accepts American Express
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"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
El Rincon
88/100 (785 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Spanish
European
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Croquettes
Tapas
Prawns
Tortillas
Eggplant
Meatballs
Octopus
Salad
Chicken Wings
Calamari
Paella
Mussels
Patatas Bravas
Calamares
European
Spanish
Mediterranean
Reservations
Seating
Full Bar
Table Service
Free Wifi
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We had two lovely times here at he El Rincon and loved the welcoming atmosphere as well as the very delicious food. We found this authentic jewel by..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"I first dined at El Rincon with a group of colleagues in late July (photos included) and the same group returned yesterday. Apart from tiny tables..."
Lin
"We enjoyed a nice tapas lunch here yesterday. The staff were helpful and friendly, the service was quick and the food was really nice. They offer a..."
Stu
"Just had dinner with my sister in law at this intimate little Spanish restaurant and wow! We were both extremely impressed with everything, from the..."
Veta Bajaj
"Delicious authentic food, wine and beer. Great atmosphere and staff were very accommodating even with our large loud group who stayed for 3 hours! We..."
Sophie Hodgson
"We were walking around the market to get coffee and got lucky because this small place was open. A friendly staff greeted and seated us. Tables were..."
Dian Octarina
"Excellent service and attentive wait staff! El Rincon is the real deal for authentic Spanish Tapas, Alcohol and Meals. I enjoyed this fantastic..."
Adrienne Awad
"I regularly walk past this place and decided to try it out one day. It's a little restaurant but has a lot of food to offer. It opens late and you..."
Hungry Koala
"Terrific ,friendly and welcoming place. Beautiful tapas and great wine list. Staff are friendly and knowledgable what a great accidental find. Will..."
Darrenchowman
"Great food, excellent service - highly recommended for a fabulous tapas meal. Yummy croquettes and friendly waiter. Lovely sitting outside under the..."
Fizz Dakin
"Absolutely beautiful. Everything hit the mark; authentic delicious food, incredible selection of drinks, beautiful decor and astonishing customer..."
Cazz
"This is my new favourite place.  This quaint Spanish Tapas and Wine bar is close to the Queen Victoria Market and oozes with style, warmth and..."
CAZ MCLENNAN
"El Rincon is a Spnaish place in Queen Victoria Market. It has been opened for a few months now and already they are starting to see customers in the..."
Katherine Chiu
"Enjoyed a very tasty and delicious dinner last thursday night at El Rincon. Great food,service and ambience. Would highly recommend to..."
Katerina Potic Tasovski
"He encontrado este restaurant español despues de algun tiempo de vivir en Melbourne y ha sido una grata sorpresa la comida espectacular y su staff..."
Anna
"Great food,Big servings.Lamb melts in your mouth.Chicken and Pork chops were tender,Paella was delicious.A must try when you visit Queen Victoria..."
Apolmartinez
"Fantastic place. Very good place and food. Excellent food and very good actitudes. Very kind people. Excellent croquetas y montaditos chorizo...."
Alejandro Roig Hernández
"Awesome food and super friendly staff. I wanted to try some of the squid ink flavoured paella and they prepared some for me. Also, my kids eat only..."
Damir
"The little place is so cosy and beautiful with amazing food thats very authentic. The staff is absolutely stunning and the friendliest I've..."
Aldijana Dedic
"El Rincón is by far the most authentic Spanish restaurant I visited in Melbourne. Located next to Queen Victoria Market, this little gem has the..."
FFF
"Such a nice place in the heart of the city! It really reminds me of Spain! The best croquettas and the best sangria in Australia so far. We had 5..."
Wout Vervaart
"What a discover!!! I just found the most authentic spanish place in Melbourne if not in Australia. They have a great selection of tapas and wines...."
Mike
"Incredible service, amazing food and extremely pleasant environment. The atmosphere is enhanced by the perfect selection of music!Carlos and..."
Gavin Macleod
"Great food, great service, beautiful wines and awesome service from Carlos. Definitely worth repeated visits. One for locals and visitors to..."
Emergencyeats
"My husband HOWARD and I are on holiday from the UK we found El Rincon whilst exploring Victoria Market Manager Carlos and staff were friendly..."
Astrid Meadowcroft
"A great experience at a great restaurant! The food was amazing and the service was excellent. Highly recommending the paella and gambas..."
Eti
"Delicious food and a few complimentary dishes thrown in for good measure, great vibe and amazing location and very engaging staff.... will be back..."
Scott Anstey
"First time here ! Lovely place. Carlos was working and he is brilliant. Telling us about the specials. Lovely food and a couple of small..."
Todd Gilbey
"Excellent place to grab a little bite of Spain. The "Gallega Octopus" and the "Spanish Tortilla" were amazing! Don't hesitate to try this restaurant...."
B.blancoaramburo
"Great place for tappas! Love the wine especially and very friendly service from Carlos and Ana the chef! Will definitely be a regular here!!..."
Ilya Shteinberg
"We love this place. In the morning for an espresso and omelette, or the evening for sherry, tapas, or a delicious meal. So authentic, makes us think..."
David Benjamin
"Passing by and saw a sign for sangria on tap... why not stop. I'm beyond happy that we did. Outstanding service! Positive and welcoming vibe! Food is..."
Lass
"Melbourne’s favourite central food market is home to an array of multi-cultural cuisines, and El Rincon brings Spanish to the table. It’s part of..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"We stumbled into el Rincon needing coffee after the overload of the markets & had so much more! The tapas menu is extensive offering many tapas..."
Mirandajbw
"Good food, lots of variety and good vegetarian options. Great service (thanks Carlos!) attentive without being overbearing. Listen to Carlos when he..."
Bron Holdgate
"El Rincon, literally translating to "the corner", in reference to the location of the restaurant by Melbourne's Queen Victoria Market, is a small..."
Melbourne Culinary
"I highly recommend Eiir El Rincon a top class restaurant that offers REAL Spanish food served the traditional way with Sangria. The food was gourment..."
Aggie Koczwara
"El Rincón is an authentic Spanish Tapas bar located in the heart of the Queen Victoria Market. The restaurant boasts a large range of premium..."
Gastrology
"El Rincon is a beautiful little Spanish tapas wine bar located in the Queen Victoria markets. Everything they do here is authentic and based on..."
FOOD TRIP
"Can't beat freshly squeezed orange juice - on the house! Breakfast was very tasty and excellent customer service. Lovely little spot looking out on..."
Andrea
"Very good services! Amazing food is well!! My friend and I had very good time with them. I would like to visit them agin next time with my..."
Jiefeicarol
"Stopped in for refreshment after shopping. Drank some wine and shared some tapas. The food was all tasty the wine refreshing The service was great,..."
RandR
"Everything was perfect ,the staff is very friendly, the food is very good, the desserts are awesome! They have a large variety of wines, beers on tap..."
Altair Barsoom
"Great addition to Queen Vic Market! It opens till late and serves coffee and wine all day. Love it! The staff is amazing, had the meatballs and pork..."
Elynn Yong
"Viva El Rincon! what an amazing evening to mark my 30th birthday :) This place is full of character , sophistication and delecious wine. My tastebuds..."
Anna Akimova
"This place has a very cosy and feel to it and the staff are very helpful and friendly. The food is simple, but very tasty. This is a great place to..."
Leonardo Esposito
"The food is awesome and huge portion! Love the interior and atmosphere. Staffs are warm, friendly and super nice! Definitely coming back again and..."
Amy Chien
"Finally a Spanish place that doesn't sell boring paella!Great authentic Spanish food, large portions and incredibly reasonably priced!!..."
Elena
"Really good Spanish food. Excellent sea food paella!! Amazing croquet! And really delicious garlic & chili prawns!! Quite recommended. I'll come back..."
Sergio Morell Puche
"Great experience at El Rincon tonight. Excellent Sangria on tap, croqueta and paella. Shout out to the waitress who served us tonight; there is a..."
Bonnie Lau
"Restaurant started off saying they didn't have space for us inside despite us having a booking. Nonetheless, wanted to try the calamari and paella as..."
B Low
"This is easily the most authentic Spanish restaurant I have been to in Australia (I have lived in Spain and come from a Spanish family) Visiting from..."
Lachlan Norton
"Really authentic Spanish food. Tasted like home!!! Nice staff. Highly..."
Sara Gallego
"El Rincon turns out to be a warm place on a cold evening. We were served by two waitresses and my gosh they were so nice and welcoming, and yes..."
Karan Batra
"Located on the Victoria St side of Queen Victoria Market is this small, intimate, authentic Spanish tapas bar, run by some pretty amazing people who..."
Stephanie Rose
"Most amazing Spanish food in Melbourne! The mushroom & truffle croquettes are a must! Excellent customer service. Can't wait to come..."
Estefani Nieves
Wayside Inn
88/100 (1572 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Bar
Pub
Australian
Bar
Pub
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Seafood Platters
Prawns
Lamb
Fish
Beef
Salad
Duck
Oyster
Sit down
Australian
Bar
Pub
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"One of South Melbourne's favourite oldie but a goodie gastropub has now re-opened after undergoing quite the transformation. But while the digs may..."
Theycallmemaggie
"Great service & atmosphere, the staff were very friendly & the food was amazing. An added bonus was half price drinks until the end of August. Have..."
Bev Petro
"Just had a great steak at the WaysideWe used to be regulars but it went off.It's BACK under new owners.Sumac calimari was a great..."
Geoff Norcott
"The Wayside Inn is a conveniently located gastropub, whose diverse offerings include a casual pub in the front section, a relaxed finer dining area..."
Nicole Tang
"I couldn’t be more impressed with the Wayside Inn tonight! We had a table for 22 and the staff did an excellent job of taking care of everybody...."
Sally Leo
"We had a nice evening here, all we ate was the oysters and they were really good, we were here during happy hour and got a cocktail just which was..."
Monica Iva
"Love the $10 cocktail jugs & $25 all you can eat carvery on Saturdays, new menu is delicious too Friendly staff, good service and courtyard is really..."
Genevieve
"Worth a visit to South Melbourne to visit this quiet but lovely place. Great alcohol list and great seating layout. The food was quite impressive..."
Hungry Princess
"DO: The rib eye, Parma, wagyu and burger. DON'T: Forget entrees and order the salt pepper calamari, chicken wings and scallops...."
David Food Leasing
"I've dined at wayside inn on several occasions and almost every time it has been flawless. I booked a Xmas dinner last night for my staff and..."
Armin Muminovic
"I've come to the wayside in for dinner a few times. I can't understand why every chair in the place isn't occupied. The food is first class. We had..."
Finger Lickin
"Had the steak sandwich. Pretty good. The smokiness of the sandwich definitely gave it an edge. Although quite a thin sandwich and the meat was..."
David Lew
"I high recommended this place for a causal lunchtime bar meal at only $14 with a great selection of beers on tap what more could you want. Go the..."
Dam Burger
"My husband and I came here for dinner based on the reviews and were very impressed. I had the duck cooked on rotisserie which was one of the nicest..."
Christina Timmer
"Excellent selection and quality of steak. Eye of scotch was perfectly cooked and tender. There is also a large selection of entrees and sides to..."
Bopnbeep
"The Steak Sandwhich will always be my favourite Lunch dish! They have a very limited options in their menu though. Good atmosphere and service is..."
Valencia
"Eaten in the bar side twice. Delicious both times!! Definitely recommend for great gastro pub food. Happy hour is a bonus for an early dinner...."
Briony Medhurst
"Absolutely love the Wayside Inn Restaurant! Have been here a few times now and have also organised a small birthday lunch celebration here and every..."
JustASlice
"The 4.3 rating is far too high, a solid 3.5 though is deserved though. They only had the eye fillet in 200gm which is too small - don't they want to..."
Japcab
"Love the food and ambience of this place. The price is on the pricey side but on par with the presentation and taste. My steak was a bit over cooked..."
Country Pie
"Fantastic steaks! The staff are so attentive and professional, it's almost overwhelming for a pub meal. But the prices and the menu are reflective of..."
Pedro
"Nice venue, child friendly too (my 15mth old daughter received pencils and a drawing to colour in). Good food, service was okay (didn't place our..."
Louise Jones
"Best food I have had in a long long time. The duck rotisserie is so damn good. Half a duck with stone fruit and sides is one of the better dishes..."
Sherynlane
"I've been meaning to try this place out as soon as I knew about the connection it had with station hotel. I drive down city road fairly often and..."
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"As a local we're blessed with great pubs around us. Wayside is right up there with the best. Perfectly cooked steak and chocolate fondant for dessert..."
Top And Tail
"Absolutely amazing food! I struggle to decide to try new things because of how good it is. I'd highly recommend the 1.4kg rib eye, chateaubriand, the..."
Stkildajoe79
"AMAZING. You wil not be disappointed, my steak was superb and my wife was shocked with how good her lamb was, the service was excellent the entree..."
Ben Hall
"Service is excellent and provided by the kind of waiters who work in hospitality as a career, not just a job to fund their uni years. Food delicious..."
Caroline Yarras Edge
"The steak is amazing! If you haven't been here I would definitely recommend it. Great attentive service too. My only complaint was my red wine was..."
Nathan
"As a regular, I can honestly say that this place never falters. We have been here half a dozen times in the past year and every time we go, the staff..."
Hungermonster
"After trying their sister hotel, the Station Hotel (which had an awesome lunch deal of an open steak sandwich and soup for $12 before), we were..."
Typical Food Blog
"When I think of City Road, my first thoughts are getting the hell out of Southbank and down the road to South Melbourne or up to Richmond. I never..."
Epicurean Of Southbank
"The customer service was good, however it’s possible that I’ve been spoilt by places like PM24. It was just in the small things, like having to..."
Dan From Melbourne
"For me, the real winners in this burger were the combination of the excellent pattie and the generous helping of the oft under appreciated beetroot..."
Burger Friday
"I like the casual feel and the food is hearty and delicious.  Was there a few weeks ago, and here’s what we ate! I had the “ Glenloth free range..."
Jaime
"We started with the Plateau de la mer Wayside Inn. On this platter: Scallops, Blue Swimmer Crab meat, Mussels, half Morton Bay Bug, Pipis, Prawns,..."
Vanessa Maye Wong
"We just can’t stop heading back to the Wayside Inn! Probably because they do such amazing food! Barilla Bay Oysters are perfect, wonderful,..."
FoodieAboutTown
"While the big brother, Station Hotel, is well known for steak, the Wayside Inn's focus is more towards meat and seafood. Each day there's a different..."
Off The Spork
"I can't stop thinking about my meal from here.... What a find, this hidden little treasure has it all. Best steak I have had in a very long time. The..."
Karyn Simpson
"What a find!!! The food firstly was outstanding the best steak I have had in a long time. And those hand cut chips! Beautiful salads. The chicken my..."
Morts
"Very Impressed. It was my first time back since the new owners had taken over. The staff were very professional, but not in your face. The food was..."
Sue
"Perfect. If your after the best meat meal this place is perfect. Food, service and ambiance is perfect. Only annoyance is the noisy concrete..."
Greg Foulds
"Recently ate at the Wayside Inn and was very impressed with the food & service. I will definitely eat here..."
N.Lane
"Excellent service, spot on steaks, a big variety and very nice wines. I'm all over..."
Adam Cooper
"Goldy goldfish. Awesome, will be..."
Wanda
"Best steak in Melbourne. Where to start?Attentive & charismatic staff, led by the the amazingly experienced Bruce.Seamless service with a..."
Michelle Massey
"Definate Favourite. My partner and I have had lunch here a number of times and nothing we have ordered has been anything less than amazing. From..."
Emily Goddard
"We used to live in Southbank and this place was our local favourite. We're not locals anymore (noooo!), but Wayside is still our favourite steak..."
Hungermonster
"Awesome lunch. It was fantastic and exceeded our expectations!We went for lunch to celebrate my husband's birthday on the 29 October 2013 and..."
Georgesophiak
"Always good. There are so many items on the menu that I wanted to try so I ordered all new dishes this time around. Let's just say I was very..."
LuvdaBunny
"Fish Lovers Find. We were eager to try this one after hearing that Bruce previously from Arrivederci was now here. I ordered a steak which was..."
Onewellfedlady
"Just perfect. Professional and informed service, lovely dining room, perfect..."
Pam
"Great atmosphere, fantastic service and food. Pumpkin tart was a killer dish. Funky bar waitress also very positive and..."
Howsie Noise
"All I can say is "oh my god"!!!! Food is outstanding and the service is brilliant. A must..."
Chow Chow Eats
"Very good service, vibrant atmosphere and yummy food. Generous portion sizes, however a limited..."
Natalie
"Best of everything. Food was excellent and reasonably priced. Service and staff were great - very pleasant and very efficient. Will definitely be..."
Cruella
"I’m so impressed with the Wayside Inn, it deserves a review straight after I got home. From the get go, it was an unpretentious and homely pub..."
Mia P
"Nice spacious pub with great atmosphere, excellent customer service and good offerings from their menu. Keep an eye out on their daily specials that..."
Adrian H
"Highly recommended. The Daily specials ($18 w' a drink) are pretty impressive given the quality of the food and the selection of wines. Can't go..."
John Lucas
"Absolutely worth every bite. Prices are reasonable the quantity of food on your plate. Very friendly staff. Park just up the road as it can be..."
Annie Chartrain
"$18 for baby pork ribs with bear, its so cheap and amazing! You can play billiard while waiting your food coming then :) for playing just pay $4 per..."
Dominikus Dicky Ambarjaya
"Dropped in for a happy hour drink whilst out for a walk. It wasn't busy so there was plenty of seating available. I chose to sit outside and the..."
Vas Mintzikos
"Quirky and undiscovered, great food, we loved the ribs and the burgers were popular. The chips were perfect. Could do better with the beer..."
Graham Rodda
"Food was amazing full of flavour and good portion size Customer Service was great only thing if I had to complain is that the mains came out to..."
Kathryn Meli
The Press Club
87/100 (1435 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Drinks
Oyster
Mussels
Salmon
Prawns
Octopus
Beef
Salad
Crab
Duck
"This was hands down the best experience I have had. The food was delicious, the wine perfectly matched. Go for the full 8 course experience, it's..."
Micheline Wiles-Pickard
"We had the 8 course degustation meal here last night and it was just beautiful... I struggled a little and filled up easily but my husband completed..."
Fran Tyson
"My friend and I went there on Saturday for the 6 course lunch tasting menu. Absolutely Devine. There's nothing more pleasing than experiencing the..."
Kris Brines
"Can't rate this highly enough. The 6 course degustation with paired wines was better than any other meal we've had, even better than a Michelin..."
Leigh Murphy
"Everything was amazing from the decor, food, drinks and service. Would highly recommend to anyone that loves amazing food to come..."
Anna Vandy
"Celebrated our anniversary with lunch on Saturday. The service was sensational, the flavours were out of this world, every bite of this sensational..."
Mel Van L
"Had a wonderful time, enjoyed the four course meal immensely, very reasonably priced too, even though the servings were small, my friend and I found..."
Gail Siebenhausen
"Valentine's Day degustation meal was amazing. The staff are so polite and friendly. Some of the courses my husband & I were a bit "wary" about but..."
Christine Young
"Incredible dining experience. Highly professional staff and food that explodes in your mouth with amazing..."
Karen Jack
"Just amazing. Enjoyed the whole experience. The food. The wine. The cocktails....ouzo! Mmmm. The staff are so attentive and welcoming. Loved every..."
Rachee La Viatorem
"Amazing food experience. Incredible food so well presented in truly creative ways. Wonderful presentation by the staff. Wines just superb. Could not..."
Susan Podger
"My partner took me here for the 9-course degustation on my birthday, and it was without a doubt the best dining experience we've ever shared. The..."
Demi Gamble
Bacash Restaurant
87/100 (984 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Australian
Seafood
Australian
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Tuna
Calamares
Salmon
French Fries
Prawns
Pesto
Fish
Pasta
Salad
Scallops
Duck
Oyster
Calamari
Sit down
Seafood
Australian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Bacash is a unique, fish-oriented restaurant offering the freshest fish, oysters and food around town. Starting off with some of the most..."
Kevin & Emily
"The friendly and efficient service started when I called to book and was delivered by every person that we interacted with that evening. There's no..."
Bani Mehta
"Hands down 10/10 dining experience, the food was fresh and delicious. We enjoyed the waiter and the cocktails were on point. Some of the best seafood..."
Britt And Shane
"Upscale restaurant deserving of the hype.It is expensive but you get your money's worth.There were three of us and we had the..."
Kamal Daruwalla
"DO: The steak and or ocean trout. DON'T: Forget dessert, a merringue and marscapone cream topped with berries. TIP: Sit upstairs..."
David Food Leasing
"Great ! I came here with two business colleagues and that was just lovely. My normal go to place for good fish is FranceSoir but this is a notch..."
FoodieGuru_770
"Our son's 27th birthday on a Friday was a night of two halves. The first half was a rush, disorganisation and disinterest.The..."
Michael Campbell
"Local restaurant for pasta or grilled fish. Entrees are always lovely (zucchini flowers in particular), as are the mains usually, especially the..."
Happyley
"Great cuisine, specialising in seafood, the menu is thoughtfully planned, the food beautifully presented tantalising to the senses and the wine list..."
Sneha Arora
"Bacash is one of my favourite Melbourne restaurants. On my last visit I had the most superb, perfectly cooked, juicy, tender whiting with some..."
BonBonV
"Have been here many times and always leave completely satisfied.The food and service is what you'd expect from a restaurant like..."
Laura
"Tasty food, impeccable service, attentive and super warm staff and a cosy atmosphere - all the ingredients that went into making a Sunday night visit..."
PS91
"Nice venue but parking is hard.Entree was gravlox salmon ... very nice Mains were fish but I had beef and mash.I enjoyed the meat..."
Jeff D
"Bacash is a long standing AGFG 1 hatted restaurant, focuses on fresh seafood and located along the beautiful Domain road with a beautiful park view...."
J88
"Fantastic seafood in a great location. The zucchini flowers were an excellent entree, and the main course salmon was great. Whilst well-known for its..."
Filet De Boeuf
"great atmosphere and professional service. quality of food was great but the portion size was too generous.i did not get any space to try dessert. if..."
Lucy Jang
"As always, which is why we love going to Bacash, consistently great food, detailed service and amazing wine selection.We had the quail and..."
Stella Rusli
"The service here was amazing, our waitress was friendly and really helped us with the menu, and the manager was really nice when they had some..."
Anh Nguyen
"Arguably one of Melbourne ' s best and most consistent restaurants.We enjoyed a wonderful lunch at Bacash recently and they are as good as..."
Marshall Segan
"Amazing food, I had the snapper and sashimi tuna. Wine was also amazing, I can't remember the Pinot I had but it was good. Top notch service, will be..."
Hurley.andrew84
"Seafood at its best, these guys know their cooking , the fish was perfect, the pasta marinara was the best i've ever had. 10/10 It is for people that..."
Scrapi
"Our service was amazing. The wine we had was just too class. The seafood was so fresh. Great for a date night. Quiet and nice vibe...."
Kiwi Living In The Big Smoke
"The quintessential SY dining experience set opposite the Botanical Gardens have a drink in the bar next door at the Bontanical and then slide in next..."
Weber Man
"Recently went there for a 70th birthday. The food was outstanding, the seafood was so great and the Pannacota was to die for. The decor is simple but..."
Richard Marchandise
"The seafood here is definitely worth a visit. The restaurant has a nice cosy ambience and the staff are friendly, knowledgeable and charismatic. The..."
Wei-Chi Lee
"I have been there twice for spagetti marinara. I am not a big fan of spagetti but its so different and tasty. Lygon st where i normally go for..."
Fussy Eater
"Wonderful food and service impeccable. Wonderful way to celebrate my parents 50th wedding anniversary. They wanted seafood and were most pleased..."
Pprio
"One of the best seafood restaurants in Melbourne. Inventive menu, food cooked perfectly, service efficient and friendly and great location just..."
SCH
"Beautiful dinner. Dinner was delicious and the service was excellent. We will be..."
Brengloer
"Perfectly cooked fish, fabulous fries, great salad. Highly..."
The Food Doctor
"Went back to Bacash for my husband's birthday tonight as it's one of his favourite restaurants. Fairly quiet but it was a Mobday night. The food..."
Amy Bach
"Was at Bacash a few days ago and it was as good as it's ever been ( either Toofey's or Bacash). Beautiful seafood cooked very simply. Delicious..."
Catherine Osborne Ritchie
"Absolutely Fabulous. Came to Bacash for my work Christmas function and even though we were limited to our choice of dishes, the food was amazing. The..."
Kim Miller
"Fresh simple seafood. Beautifully done seafood, loved the entree of garfish nori rolls followed by flavoursome whole flounder. Pleasant service and..."
The Napoli Alert
"Excellent service and food. Top notch!. Terrific service! One of my favourite restaurants to visit regularly after work. The wait staff are always..."
Bogan Cantte
"Really good food. My friend had her birthday dinner here and we were all really happy with our selection of food. The seafood dishes were really..."
Munchies
"Great food, good service, but the wait between entree & main was too long! The extended timing put us off from ordering..."
Leelee56
"This is Melbourne's greatest seafood restaurant! The food here is impeccable and amazingly fresh. Great ingredients are the core of the dishes and..."
The Wine Bloke
"Very nice food but $42 for a piece of fish seemed on the pricey side. Service was way too quick, in and out in 30 mins, bit rushed really! Was it..."
Queen Of Tarts
"Treat on Domain Road. The Fig tart with proscuitto and gorgonzola is fantastic!I love this side of town, especially Domain Road. Such a..."
Lily N
"A+ service. I took a friend here for his birthday dinner and yes it was pricey for what it was, but we wanted good seafood and that is what we got...."
Fiona Rowe
"Still Melbourne's best seafood. Michael Bacash is Melbourne's best seafood chef, He sources the best and doesn't over work it. Its a little expensive..."
Attila
"Good. Nice little place Food is always good not fantastic but you can go and know the food won't be a let down The fish of the day is..."
Kerryblack
"Good quality simple food. Just had lunch there today with a client. My entree was sushimi grade tuna which was magnificent! Main course of..."
Melbcitydiner
"Nice food, good fast friendly service, bit expensive but worth it for an occasional..."
Nardz
"Michael produces consistently high quality food. Service and wine list are excellent. A bit expensive but you get what you pay..."
MAB
"Bacash is consistently good and great for a family meal. A little more intimate than its neighbour Botanical and the staff are very welcoming. Like..."
Minerva
"No fuss fish. This place has a really nice feel about it. Relaxed but still serious about the food. Great selection of entrees - some real gems in..."
Heracles
"Top quality seafood. Bacash would in my opinion vie with the Botanical for top restaurant in South Yarra, not that there is a shortage of good..."
Cedric
"Service was fantastic and food was divine! Fish was so tender and tasty, cooked to the perfection. We had a great time at Bacash for our anniversary..."
Aude Dorison
"I was lucky enough to dine here upstairs in a private room and ordered off a three course set menu. The service was friendly and prompt. Wine and..."
Andrew Sayer
"Loved eating at Bacash today. Friendly service. Amazing and thoughtful wine list that doesn't charge like a wounded bull. They care deeply about the..."
Phil Horner
"One of South Yarra’s classy restaurants that serves classic seafood specialties such as filet mignon and pan fried fish. You can’t possibly go..."
Angel ✈️ Travelmints
"An exceptionally good night. Magnificent oysters. Recommend the Lebanese style snapper and dessert souffle. Great ambience, service and wine list. A..."
Lauris Jones
"Good atmosphere here. The restaurant was besides a park, so it was green while looking outside tje windows. Much seats on the ground floor, which was..."
Siegfried Tsai
"I loved the experience we had there last night .Absolutely elegant culinary perfection.The starters were reall chef-d'oeuvres so beautiful and..."
Dr Eve's Health Emporium
"Great evening with amazing food and incredible service.The food was delicious and very delicate.We had scallops on a sweet corn puree bed with..."
Savy Michaels
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