European cuisine: the best places to taste it in Melbourne

Natalie Ngo

Idris Shamsi

Ramona Jesudhason

Scugnizzo

90/100 (1285 ratings)

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"Delicious pizza and the homemade spinach and ricotta ravioli is just gorgeous .. highly recommend for a first class Italian Restaurant .. see you..."

Julie Julz Merlino

"I fell in love with your Seafood Pasta which was your Special that night we came for dinner. I am not a huge fan of Pizza Margherita but that one was..."

Theresa Aiza Bajao Cui-licot

"Thank you for an amazing dinner, the food was AA+ and the service was AAA+. You all went beyond all expectations with our little ones even lettung..."

Clayton Schmidt

"The best and most authentic Italian restaurant in Melbourne city..."

Juventino Lu

"The food was delicious. The service was friendly and welcoming, thanks for a great evening and dining experience. Next time we come to Melbourne we..."

Ben Hidalgo

"A very pleasant find this evening. Charming staff and a lovely..."

Alan Milligan

"Great food, exceptional service. Will definitely come back..."

Cissy Ellison

"Quality food, fully licensed. Good service and great..."

Greg Tymms

"Best butterfish on earth! Compliments to the..."

Angie Chong

"Amazing authentic italian food. Awesome hospitality and great Chef. will be back..."

Mo Hamdouna

"Best dining experience in a long time! Amazing food, friendly, attentive service and great drinks selection! Very highly..."

Andy Smith

"A random Italian lunch with my friend. We ordered two Entree dishes and two pastas. The croquettes were impressive with crispy outside and soft..."

MissCatCat

"Really attentive and lovely staff. LOVED THE duck it was amazing. We also had the lasagne and salmon croquette. I’d recommend this place..."

Carmen Mun Mun Wong

"Work hosted a dinner here and it was nice of them. As an italian food fanatic I wasn't going to refuse the offer. The place was very cosy as you..."

Nay Nay

"The staff were absolutely lovely and ensured my friends and I had a great night eating here. Our waiter was hilarious and we were very well attended..."

Meg Eats Everything

"I’ve come here a number of times for lunch, but this was my first time for dinner. We had the lobster bisque, clam and muscle spaghetti, with a..."

Heidi

"Excellent food and wine. Service was also fantastic, especially given how busy they were with limited staff. Would rate even higher if the menu was..."

Anthony

"For my personal dinning experience the food was really good. I had the salmon fillet served on a bed of oyster risotto and burrata cheese, my wife..."

Alessandro Love Good Food

"Very pleasant first visit. "Fried Calamari' with Lime & Chilli Mayonnaise" was cooked perfectly, however it lacked seasoning and the Mayonnaise was..."

Michael Wilson

"Lovely ambience with south Italian deco. The food was amazing especially the home made pappardelle with mushroom , pork & fennel sausage and mustard..."

May

"Nice little joint to enjoy dinner with a group of friends where you can have a conversation without getting too loud. Delicious pork belly and..."

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"I've visited Scugnizzo several times for lunch. It's close to work and the food is always delicious, and the service is prompt and attentive. If you..."

MelbourneMiss

"The aroma of woodfired pizza fills the restaurant and is complimented by the smiling faces of wonderful and attentive staff...."

LK

"Good food & great service. Went there for dinner with wife. simple setting and comfortable ambience. food tastes great, i was amazed by the entree,..."

Diner

"Beautiful evening. The risotto and ravioli were perfectly cooked and tasted amazing. Before our beautiful garlic pizza entrè arrived we were given..."

Facebook User

"Function for my daughter's communion. We booked the restaurant for our daughters First Holy Communion celebration. As we had over 60 guests, the..."

Massimini

"Great night here at Scugnizzo! Quality meals and service at a reasonable price. Looking forward to my next visit. I highly recommend this..."

Live To Eat Don't Eat To Live

"It was OK. Don't understand all the negatives. Service was good [except the waiter referred to us a 'mate']. Food was of high standard [my risotto..."

Mac 501

"Delicious generous food The three times I've been for dinner. Passionate chef and appropriately suave Italian waiters who give a big pour of vino..."

Oliolioli

"We had so delicious Italian food with very romantic and warm atmosphere. I really loved chef's hand made pasta! Dolce (strawberry chocolate mousse)..."

Megumi Japan

"Best Italian in Melbourne. I've lunched here occasionally and have never been disappointed. The service is personal and impeccable, particularly from..."

Anna K

"Thinking about trying? Do!. Dined at Scugnizzo for the first time on Saturday night (31/08/13) as i) I could get a discount via the Entertainment..."

Al

"Best Italian in Melbourne. My introduction to Scugnizzo came about as the result of a now well-worn routine, namely, attempting to find the best..."

FJ

"It's because of restaurants like Scugnizzo that we love Melbourne! Food fantastic, service impeccable...we didn't just feel welcome, we felt LOVED!..."

Eilish

"Authentic and great location. A great find for us the restaurant has a great ambience, good location off a laneway and a very clean and welcoming..."

Rennie

"Fantastic!. Great food, to die for tiramisu, a hidden lounge section to indulge in a post-meal coffee - We loved it, great value and great chef!..."

Tamar Erickson

"Amazing Food & Hospitality. If you get to Melbourne then make sure you give this little gem of a place a visit - you will not be..."

Liz McCann

"The food was perfect and the service was even better! I wouldn't hesitate to dine here..."

Louise Dugdell

"The best bresaola I’ve ever had!. I had never heard of this place until friends suggested dinner here. We shared a charcuterie to start which was..."

Ange

"Among the best Italian in Melbourne. Good vibe and great food all kinds of great fish, meat, and veg. Big thumbs up and good wine list..."

Jim

"Tucked away. You would have to be directed to this restaurant to find it. In an out of the way location, it is set in a long narrow room and I think..."

Richard

"Brilliant! Food was amazing and the best part was that the chef brought it out to us himself! Staff were extremely friendly and made us feel welcome...."

Miss K

"Best italian resturanat in town!. Maybe, and maybe not, but its definitely from the best!! Great food (You will feel you are in that small restaurant..."

Mo

"Loved it. Scugnizzo and was the perfect place for our first visit to a "good" restaurant with our almost three-year-old son. Excellent food, great..."

Walon Hol

"Best ever. From the moment we walked in, we where treated like family. The food was mind blowing, I kept saying that I haven't had italian this..."

Just-in To Food

"Italian food lover. Had a dinner here with my family, it was superb. Service very good, food amazing.The waiter knew his wines, recommended a..."

Linda MacGregor

"Great Place and Food. Great food, excellent chef and great atmosphere. The quality of the ingredients and presentation are excellent.The..."

Dinnerate

"Just beautiful.... The ambience was beautiful, the staff was lovely, the food absolutely divine... i just love Scugnizzo! Authentic, fresh Italian..."

LK

"Excellent food and service. My steak was cooked to perfection and the price was very reasonable. Authentic Italian..."

Jenny Fan

"Super delicious risotto and the homemade pasta is..."

Mishie-lah

"Scugnizzo. Really Really Really liked this place. The staff are great and the food was better. If you're wanting to take someone out on a date this..."

Nutty

"Great place! Friendly atmosphere and awesome..."

Sebastiano Armeli

"My favourite. Out of all the restaurants I have tried in the past 6 months in Melbourne on a temporary stay (I am from Switzerland), Scugnizzo is THE..."

Carl L

"One word...AMAZING!. This is the place to eat!! Scugnizzo have the three main ingredients that make for a great dining..."

JJ

"Almost hate to recommend it.... Because then it'll become popular and we won't get a table...but this place deserves the business, so, here we..."

Gdayhowyagoin

"What a find! Great food; fine wine list combined with attentive and knowledgable service all at a reasonable price. Highly..."

David

"Lovely food and great room, perfect for long lunch or dinner with friends. Great list of Italian wines and sensational coffee. Service is excellent...."

Tim

"I have eaten here and it was fantastic it is now opening for dinner Thursday and Friday nights a must..."

Reservations

"Wow! Loved every single dish we ordered along with the delicious crusty bread. Diavola pizza was fabulous, scotch fillet with roast potatoes and..."

Fiona

"Couldn't have asked for more friendly and caring staff for both patrons and the love of the dishes served. The gnocchi were delicious pillows of..."

Mitchell Mavrinac

"Excellent food, very traditional Italian taste, good vibe and nice..."

Billy Ping

"This place is an absolute gem. Despite the restaurant and hospitality industry in Melbourne being absolutely devastated in the wake of COVID, this..."

Christy Nordin

"We had the specials this time which may change soon. Great service, excellent food. We will be..."

Andrew Pang

"Loved the food. I normally don’t eat beef. But I was in love with the way it was cooked. And the pasta it was 😚 definitely coming back ❤️..."

L.A Amarawathi

"A hidden gem in one of Melbourne's little alleys. I sat outside so didn't really get a good look of the inside. The food will speak for itself. I had..."

Dianne Lowe

Donnini's Restaurant

90/100 (2081 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Had a great night out with magnificent food - 3 on our table ordered the prawns with linguine. The prawns were so numerous that I was offered a..."

Aadarsh Agarwal

"‘Luscious Lygon’Mouthwatering food that was so good that I have to rate it as the best I I’ve had since I can remember.I..."

Tripparooney

"Came to Donnini’s for Sunday lunch after reading promising reviews online. It definitely did not disappoint. I could not fault our meals or..."

Lara Murdoch

"Great home made pasta with ohh so fresh ingredients. This has been my pasta house for almost 20 years now.Great wine list on offer to match up..."

SamWasHere

"We visited Donnini’s last night. We ordered 2 entree size Pasta’s (Tris Pasta & Linguine w Prawns), one bruschetta, one garlic/cheese focaccia, a..."

Eleftheria Kalantzis

"I've been here twice and both times had some of the best pasta I've ever had!Really lovely Italian on Lygon, a nice change from the cheaper..."

Dj Meowmeow

"I have been here a number of times and every time is a good experience. The customer service is always excellent, they are obviously very passionate..."

Jon Row

"Had a wonderful meal at Donnini’s. The pasta was perfect and the bruschetta was delicious. The service was excellent. Will definitely be back..."

Justin

"Visiting from Perth and came on recommendations from friends. My partner and I shared - focaccia bread, lasagna and the tortellini mascarpone...."

LoveToEat?

"We come here often - the food and service are consistently of a higher standard. Yet to be disappointed. The 3 pastas - tris di pasta donnini -..."

Mary Pranjip

"Loved everything about this place, is well known and have heard all good things. The stand out was the trio pasta which gave so much variety and..."

Davisco Sprincorza

"I don’t often give 5* but this place deserves it. Good honest clean fresh Italian food. Great service and at a wonderful price. We are planning to..."

The Gift Girl

"PASTA TRIS that is all you need to know!!!PASTA TRIS PASTA TRIS PASTA TRIS PASTA TRIS PASTA TRISThis is the best dish on Lygon..."

Moetfan

"Donnini’s at Carlton. I like the spaghetti with fresh prawn mussels calamari. Great Italian restaurant with good ambience. Fine dining restaurant..."

Steven Gu

"Such a nice little pasta place on Lygon Street! You'd be silly not to order the trio di pasta donnini 🍝 and get a taste of three..."

Deana Cannatelli

"THE BEST ITALIAN FOOD IN THE WOOOOOOORLDDDDD!! Best place everrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ..."

Benny Macri

"My friend Duyen told me about this place a while ago, she said the pasta was amazing, and i finally got the opportunity to go today! And we ordered..."

Thuaners

"I kept it simple tonight and had a glass of Sangiovese along with the home made gnocchi. The Sangiovese was great but they always are. The star of..."

Shane Warren

"Great pasta, similar to what you might actually find in Italy. Recommend the tortelli. Very attentive service, being given a table right away and..."

2876998

"The best Italian restaurant in Melbourne! 25 years I have been coming here and the food and family are as magical as have always been . Mi..."

Blake Ryan

"Huge fan. Pasta is excellent quality. Service friendly. Food comes quite quickly. They could easily accommodate my pram and baby slept while I..."

Andreas

"Review from February 2017The Donnini family's been serving Melbourne Italian food since 1952. At Donnini's on Lygon St, the handmade tortellini..."

Pasta Of Melbourne

"Wow our lunch was fantastic. The service, the food and the atmosphere.The home made pasta and tiramisu was to die for.... its a must..."

Kyriacoum

"Nice italian food with a good wine list. Staff are always friendly and enjoying a meal al fresco on lygon street makes for a very pleasant lunch or..."

Gursharan Chana

"Love this place and have been going for years. They serve good food but for me it is an order of Focaccia and a Veal Piadina on arrival before a main..."

Cooper

"My all time favourite pasta treatI come here when I feel like spoiling myself with rich, quality, hand made pasta!Their pasta tasting plate..."

Jm

"The handmade pasta and gnocchi were absolutely delicious....probably the best I've had in a while. The snapper was cooked to perfection - crispy on..."

Elderblood

"Great food and excellent service. Went for dinner and each person has a different meal - we also ordered sides. None of the meals could be faulted...."

Sarah Farfalla

"Been here a few times now and really like it. Menu is limited though all the food I've has been spot on. Only issue I've had is the sauce for the..."

Mireille

"Food is so good of course, but that's not I want to say , the manager had given us a surprise because during the dinner we had a chat and he knew..."

Mac Wong

"One of the established Italian restaurants in Lygon Street, Carlton. With fewer Italian eating choices now in this once heart of Italian dining in..."

Waiter's Friend

"Excellent pasta on Lygon St. Had the tris di pasta, and my favorite was the tortellini among the three selections. The filling of mascarpone was..."

FoodieCCC

"Best pasta in Lygon St. Started off with a delicious, tasty bruschetta - the tomatoes must be organic to taste this good. Ordered the main serve..."

J-dub

"What a delight it was to stumble upon this magnificent restaurant! Not only was the food delectable and the 'real and authentic Italian deal', the..."

Fiona

"This is the second time my partner and I have eaten here when in Melbourne. Food is really good and the atmosphere is nice. The service is amazing as..."

Winston Maximus

"We have been here many times over the years and still keep coming back for that tris di pasta dish! The service is always impeccable, the waiters and..."

Sztefani

"I hadn't been back to Donnini's in more than 5 years but I always remember their pasta fondly ... Especially the pasta trio which I used to always..."

Occasionalist

"The trio of pasta is what I came here for and it was delicious... Tortellini with a ricotta sauce then a gnocchi pomodoro and a fettuccine bolognese..."

Birdman

"Love their lasagne. The best I have ever had. Come back for it for several times. Still the best! The price is a bit higher than..."

Chloe Wu

"We've been here twice now - loved it both times. Pizza and pasta to share between us. Satisfying in all aspects. Very friendly staff and atmosphere...."

Zara Mitchell

"Nice ambience, attentive and friendly waiters/waitresses, and above al, great food.Visited this restaurant the other day with a friend from the..."

Inuneko

"Best pasta on lygon street, big call but it's true ! You can rely on the sauce being perfect & the pasta fresh every time. Try the trio of pastas -..."

NK

"Even though we had to wait for a while, the taste was great! Especially the bruschetta, it was fresh from the oven and it had a very soft texture to..."

Foodaddict

"Great Italian food here! Totally worth the trek in the Rain. Nice ambience and great food, pricing is reasonable. Definitely would come back..."

Andre Ang

"---October 2018----Back again for a quick dinner on a Saturday night, luck was on our side as they were full and a table for two outside..."

Rennie

"When I'm in Lygon I come here for my favorite Italian. I usually order the pasta but the pizzas look also very good. Decent price, not cheap but not..."

Kasy

"It was absolutely amazing! I had the three pastas, all were amazing but the tortellini stole the show. Absolutely amazing, great service and amazing..."

Matt Without The Cravat

"Quick service, good home made gnocchi, I had the calamari but wish I'd had pasta as it looked really good. Filling mains so couldn't manage..."

Helen

"Lovely starter of crispy cracker-like bread with fior di latte and San Daniele prosciutto. Entree of tortellini in sage butter was a revelation...."

MellowFever

"We have been dining at Donnini's for a couple of years now and always look forward to the whole experience. The food is authentic, fresh and..."

Tralee

"Quick and attentive customer service. Fresh and tasty pasta. Totally loved it. Would go back for more. Ordered the Tri-pasta..."

Aussie Nawaab

"I love this place and used to come here pretty often a few years back. The pasta is really superb, and the service was very warm and personal. Other..."

Finding Resonance

"Donnini's is my favourite place to eat. The quality of food and its preparation are without parallel. Carlton is full of Crapitalian along with their..."

Cattlin

"Had the trio of pasta, came out reasonably quick. The ricotta tortellini (middle) is absolutely amazing, so I'm hoping next time that is on the menu..."

Sammy

"The spinach and ricotta tortellini is to die for. Pizzas are pretty good too. Very attractive waitstaff ;) great..."

Fiona_tudehope

"Loved the food. Loved the Prawn pasta and bruschetta. Their focaccia is..."

Muniche

"Great Afternoon of superb Pasta and company.. I can't reccomend Donninis enough, the food was awesome and the service spearheaded by Chelsea was some..."

Gavgalway

"Best Pasta EVER. Cannot fault anything at all with Donnini's, Firstly the service was amazing!!!! I had the tortellini and Have to honestly say it..."

Findcharliebrown

"The best Italian food on Lygon!. My boyfriend and I have been to Donnini's on several occasions and it has not once disappointed us. The food is..."

Emily Fioramonte

"A great restaurant is only as good as it's good...right, half right ...ok be it 3/4's then but "consistency is king" and by that, I am never let down..."

Michael D.

"Outstanding!. What a great example of first rate Italian food. This family owned and operated business never disappoints. From the helpful staff who..."

Annadeflowers

"Traditional Italian with a dash of Artisan thrown in, you will love Donnini’s. Went out to dinner on another gorgeous Melbourne evening, meeting up..."

Giulia Tesoro

"My favourite Lygon street restaurant. Went to Donnini's last night with ten friends. Food delicious, service impeccable. Six out of the ten had not..."

Jan

"Awesome. Food was amazing. Service was excellent. A great night out. Will be back. We highly recommend the potato and speck pizza, pasta trio and the..."

Emma Johns

"A good place for a business/work lunch, though if there are large groups around it can be a bit loud. Particularly enjoyed the antipasto and share..."

Feckless

"Amazing food and noticeably excellent service even though the reataurant was fully booked. The food all came out at a reasonable time & it really was..."

Dave Walker

"Food was fantastic. Service was great and staff were friendly... Very worthwhile lunch visit...."

Galakto

"Lovely fresh pasta and flavours. Very friendly waitress. Kids LOVED it which is always a plus, both kids scored..."

Tammy Bollinger

"This restaurant is amazing!!It's a little bit fancy pancy, but the food was so fresh & delicious and the staff were all really friendly. Ordered..."

Sammy

"Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant! Food, service ( lovely waitress) can't recomend this place enough.Thankyou for a lovely Sunday lunch.I..."

Louisa Kenneday

"Lygon street places are often ordinary. Donninis is no such thing. Lovely food, great service and good prices. Had the calamari here tonight as a..."

Two Sheds

"Beautiful food and wonderful service! We ordered the rib-eye for entrée and it was cooked perfectly. For main, we got the trio of pastas because we..."

Emma Strommer

"Solid Italian restaurant. I had the daily special - gnocchi with clams - which was tasty, but could have used a bit more seasoning. Good espresso...."

Laura Kalra

"What to eat when in Lygon st? Italian of course! Booked in Donnini’s to have a taste of their pasta! Family friendly, welcoming hosts! We ordered..."

Emilie Yeo

"Our table was waiting on arrival. We were seated at front window, lovely view of Lygon St. Friendly and attentive service team, served sparkling..."

John W Newey

"We always go to Donnini’s for great pasta. Their Focaccia is great with extra virgin oil and sea salt. I love their linguine with southern..."

BeeYan & King

"Always amazing food and service. Consistently delicious 😋 for decades. Every time we travel to Melbourne this is a must..."

Michelle Obrien

"Exceptional service, delicious food and amazing serving sizes! Will definitely be..."

Evelyn A

Encore Bar And Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

"Used a Groupon voucher for 2 people - including a main course each, dessert each and a bottle of wine to share!Firstly, their house wine Shiraz..."

Stella Shek

"We have been fortunate enough to have five meals at Encore over the journey and couldn't fail to give it 5 stars every time! From the Garlic bread..."

Stephen Cahill

"Really nice food. Waited for an age and a half (1.5 hours), very nice setting in the dim candle light. Would have given it a higher rating as the..."

Rachael

"Absolutely divine food! My partner and I both had the Rib Eye (medium rare) and honestly it melted in your mouth, I would highly recommend the house..."

Emily

"Last night I went to this place for my birthday dinner for 10people reservations. I add 1 more person in the day I came. At the first time..."

Ayu Siska Dewi

"A groupon voucher! Had the lamb shoulder which came with beens and mash. Was tasty and lamb was cook well, falling apart. Friend had the steak, was a..."

Cray

"We ate here on 2 consecutive occasions. The food and service was excellent. It is an intimate space and increased the value of staying at he Grand..."

Peter Grant

"Groupon night out. We came on a pre bought Groupon voucher and found the food and service to be of a very high standard loved the lamb shoulder with..."

Joe

"Had dinner here tonight as I am staying at the hotel for work. I ordered the slow cooked beef shoulder with mash and vegetables and it was absolutely..."

Le Cat & Kate

"Very happy with the food at Encore. I had the slow cooked beef shoulder and my husband had the tortellini. For dessert we had the Hazelnut Panacotta...."

HB

"EncoreThe food was surprisingly good !!!! It is part of a medium size hotel but its food and service was quiet the opposite. Great use of seasonal..."

Joe Smith

" I personally enjoyed the entrees more than the mains. The mains weren't bad, but nor were they fantastic. Let's just say they are decently good but..."

Jun

"What's in a name? Everything! Encore by name, encore by nature! This is my fourth visit and looking forward to my fifth. I'll be coming back again..."

Eilish

"IT'S A MUST !. We have been to Encore before and had dinner with friends. It was just as good as I remember. The food was excellent value for money..."

Roaming Diner

"Lovely. I have eaten here many times now and can honestly say that I have never had a bad meal. The menu is small but each dish is well thought out..."

Toni Pascoe

"Please Sir, Can I have more?. Well in theory I'd love to have my meal again, but in reality I'm full as a goog. Thank you Encore for a..."

Elletee

"New favorite spot for pre theatre dinner!. Went here with my colleagues before going to see a show (four of us). We had chancellor tasting plate for..."

Intan Ayu

"Absolutely fabulous food, service and atmosphere. Can't fault anything will definitely be..."

Nadia Louise

"Mel. Great meal !!! the thyme and parmesan crumbed lamb cutlets with grilled eggplant and pomegranate molasses was the highlight of the night well..."

Milindaruckmal

"I definitely would give an 'Encore' to this delightful restaurant located in the Grand Chancellor Hotel. Although there was a lack ambiance..."

ChipCritic

"Amazing food.... Went to Encore for dinner, really lovely fine dining experience. The food is incredible and really generous proportions. I'd highly..."

Amy Waugh

"Great night, used an Our Deal voucher and was highly impressed. Scallops were beautifully cooked, blue cheese tart was tasty and the pumpkin soup was..."

Yvonne Simpson

"Nice food, what you would expect for hotel food I think.Not your typical restaurant feel, but well presented food and good serving..."

Modsymod

"PRE MATCH FOOD. Have eaten at encore 3 times now on the way to MCG or eithad and just love it great food and great prices friday night is lamb shank..."

Hammertim323

"Excellent All Round. A great little Restaurant, which is not trying to re-invent the wheel, but rather serves up some great honest food and friendly..."

Mr. R

"Wonderful Steak on saturday night.....good value for money, great service, average wine list and poor dessert..."

Anna

"Great steaks!. Often dine here when staying at Grand Chancellor. The steaks here are actually very good, some of the best I've had in Melbourne...."

MS

"Thank you. C.b.d dinner sunday nightgreat little venue. My partner loved the 450gram black angus rib eye with red wine jus and garlic aoli the..."

Sonya

"Tonight we used our "OurDeal" voucher that i am so happy i bought! The staff we fantastic and polite. Entree: blue cheese & leek tart - the..."

CandD

"A delightful peaceful evening meal. My husband and I went to Encore this evening for my birthday. We were using a "Our Deal" voucher. We were given a..."

Wendy

"Decent prices. Encore has an attractive dining room. The menu is an easy read and the food not too tricky.I had the 5 point spring lamb rack with a..."

Mick

"Perfect. Great value. dinned at encore on a wednesday night my partner and i shared the seafood platter for two loved the mussels in ginger napoli..."

Peter

"Nothing too fancy. Came here with a Cudo voucher for three courses and wine on a Friday nite 5.30pm dinner as the next available time was 8pm. It's a..."

Spice Of Life

"Dinner at Encore. We decided to have dinner at Encore before going to see Rock of Ages. When we arrived we were immediately greeted by the friendly..."

Daniel Berry

"We stayed at the hotel and went for drinks and desert at Encore. Bruno was behind the bar and was amazing. Everything A class..."

George Nahas

"First time visiting this restaurant and the atmosphere was very nice and relaxing. We had a glass of wine while ordering our food. We both had the..."

Mil Chan

"Great food and great service! Starter - the breads and charcuterie were yummy Main - reef and beef, beef wasnt as tender and lobster claw was..."

Meliyani Hus

"Absolutely Amazing food and Alex looked after us and did and amazing job. We didn’t just feel like a number but felt so welcome into the resturant...."

Lauren Dukes

"Top class! The food was amazing and the service was above expectations. Highly recommend the steak and turf. Good atmosphere and very generous..."

The Fallen Apple

"Used the Groupon deal. Decent the course meal, crumbed veal is great. Desserts have a good selection but are lacking in..."

Patrick L

"Probably a bit biased review since we use a groupon which provided GREAT value. Great service, good food, good portion. A bit pricey hence not sure..."

Gaetan Menager

Bergerac French Restaurant

90/100 (1019 ratings)

"Great French restaurant in the heart of Melbourne. Genuine French food, good choice of wines and typical French service. Loved the ambiance, a bit..."

Aaditeya Bajaj

"Staff there were very polite and professional. Loved everything especially the duck breast. Duck was tender, moist and flavoursome and the cabbage on..."

Annie Leung

"Came to try Bergerac food for the first time. It was on Thursday night but it was not busy. I ordered Duck Config which was nicely cooked but would..."

Chiliong

"This is one of my favorite french restaurant in melborune. they have variety of traditional local french dishes.Good portion size and good..."

Akio Otsuka

"Have been to Bergerac twice, once at the original location on King St, and once at the new Lonsdale restaurant. Both times with my large family and..."

Feast Meets West

"I attended a work Christmas function at Bergerac. I ordered the steak tartare as an entree. The dish was deliciously balanced and the meat was..."

Karina J

"Mmmmm... French cuisine isn't my usual to-go, however due to a special occasion, I visited Bergerac with a few mates a while ago. My..."

HANNAH

"A traditional French restaurant serving up classic French food. The menu is very vast with meat, duck and seafood. I had the steak aux deux poivres..."

Bopnbeep

"My first experience with Bergerac was many years ago when the restaurant was still located on Melbourne's King Street. I was quite disappointed when..."

Melbourne Culinary

"Was very impressed with this French restaurant. The food is authentic, the staff very friendly. The escargot was delicious, the charcuterie..."

Chronicles Of A Foodie

"Now in Lonsdale Street in the legal precinct, a French restaurant a notch above 'bistro food' with a well tuned wine list and quality service, not..."

Gary

"Went to this place for the first time recently and love their lunch meal (two courses for $35). I tried the special porcini mushroom soup with..."

Yourmelbournefoodguide

"Went here for breakfast this morning before a job interview and was pleasantly surprised. This little restaurant is lovely. Staff are very friendly..."

Andrew

"I went there with the family on Monday night and being early in the week it was quiet. The ambiance is intimate and very French and the waiters have..."

Grenville Hudson

"That many people can't be wrong on a booked out Friday lunch hour!I was taken here by some colleagues (no photos) for a lunch after a long..."

YummyMummy

"The restaurant has transported me back to France... Great wine list, scallops deliciously paired with apples and the steak aux deux poivres was..."

Food For Thought

"We were entertaining some friends from the USA and Carole and I were anxious to show them a wide variety of the wonderful restaurants Melbourne has...."

Ron Matthews

"Just a great discrete venue with wide choice for wine and food wth a simple honesty evoking the quint essence of what you hope for. Well worth a..."

Anthony John

"I've only been to Bergerac for lunch and its never disappointed. During lunch time they have many bookings for business lunches, there's so many..."

Tracey @ NoWongFood

"I recently had dinner here with my group of friends. Even though it took a while to get someone to take our order, I have to commend the excellent..."

Sasha19

"This was a great French experience. Their best elements were indeed the mains and the deserts. However, the French onion soup fell slightly short on..."

Dean

"Authentic French restaurant that has been in melbourne CBD for ages.. Came here for lunch special and I enjoyed their tuna salad and salmon... Great..."

J88

"Thank you Guillaume and Julie for outstanding, friendly and efficient service. Thanks also to the chefs for a really beautiful meal. Should any of..."

Ann Kennedy

"Look no further than Bergerac if you're after traditional French cuisine with the French feel inside to match. Food was superb and the floor..."

Beccy's Adventures

"Recently renovated circa 1970, this place is a little gem. Beautiful food, pleasant service and very well priced - it won't disappoint. All jokes..."

Chicken

"Hidden gem traditional French.King Street in Melbourne usually doesn't evoke images of up-market, quiet dining. This is why it took me..."

Tiddalik

"Oui, un repas délicieux!!. Having recently returned from France, it was lovely to dine at an authentic yet homely French restaurant in the heart of..."

Maya Kawashima

"Traditional but different French cuisine. I had the duck dish and my partner had the veal. The duck was very tender and the sauce matched with it..."

Chatnoirmiaow

"Haven't tried a lot off the main menu, but their escargot and bombe Alaska are truly wonderful. A must try for these two..."

Jimmy Chew Food

"Lovely service, lovely food, lovely atmosphere. Wandered into Bergerac while searching for a good dinner place, and we were very pleased with our..."

Vivi S

"The salmon gravlax is another hit. Slices of smoked salmon are dotted with orange fish roe which provide a cleansing 'pop' of flavour. The toasted..."

Jenster

"Ok it's a little quirky but it's refreshing in its lack of conformity to modern decor. What is fantastic is the service, the value for money and the..."

Marc

"Old school is still stylish. It was our first time here. The decor is old school plush which is actually refreshing and suits a french restaurant...."

Souperman

"Their 2 course lunch deal is really good value at $28. Better yet, soft drinks are only $3.5 each which is unheard of at restaurants these days...."

Food_lover

"Nice one!. First time eating French, not disappointed, really enjoyed the duck dishes. Atmosphere is quite nice and the staff are on the..."

Stavman

"Incroyable. This place has become one of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne! The food is stunning, the ambience very convincingly French and the..."

Toru

"More than just Snails & wine. The battle for the final starter bread began, out of nowhere a french lady swamped in and collected the bread basket..."

Allen Tong

"My boyfriend took me here last night on our first night in Melbourne, and it didn't disappoint! The food is incredible - good sized servings,..."

Kat

"What a great place! I have been working across the road for over a year and I finally got there for lunch today. Having been in the Bergerac area..."

Hills

"One word and that is AMAZING!!! Everything about this place, the service, the lay out, the music and of course the food!!! I will definetly be going..."

Cassandra Lakis

"Frenchy. Walked past this place,thought we'd try lunch. Told waiter we didn't have a reservation, he still found us a table. We started with..."

Lance

"Old School. Went to Bergerac in January when all the trendy restaurants in Melbourne were closed for the holidays. My wife and I took my son and his..."

JDE

"Always great. I have had multiple business lunches here and the food, atmosphere, service were consistently perfect. I believe this is one of the few..."

Belgian Aussie

"Great food, fantastic service, excellent prices. A place I'll definitely be returning..."

Anthonymichaels

"A surprise awaits!. I've wanted to try Bergerac for a long time and I'm glad that I finally did. From the relatively small and relatively..."

Rennie

"Lunch. I came here with friends for the 2-course lunch special which is outstanding value.I had the French onion soup which was very..."

MelbourneMiss

"Great food, great service. Spot on with real French cuisine. Very well priced for the quality of food and..."

Simon Palazzolo

"Food is great, but you return because of the service - which is why I..."

Tim Lewis

"Perfect!. Fanatstic food, service and ambience...."

Fred Nirk

"Deliciousness requires time. I have been here several times now and the food has always been wonderful. I have invited friends to dine here many..."

Cynthia Lee

"Fantastic in every respect. The oysters were plump and flavoursome, and the crab ravioli in a crab bisque and the scallops on a leek fondue were..."

Taste Bud

"Incredible. I have eaten here a number of times and have never been disappointing. The service is exceptional and the food unbelievable. Highly..."

Linda

"All the food is good. ...and the bomb alaska is..."

The_d_rock

"Amazing Food. My partner and I have been to Bergerac on a number of occasions, and have always found it to be excellent, if slightly in need of a..."

Stuart Quinn

"A little piece of France. French wines, waiters and food tres..."

Greg Davis

"Great food kitchy atmosphere. Haven't been to a French restaurant in years. Service was great, constant bread put on table without asking. Delivery..."

Jeff

"Last christmas' dinner. Note: This is a very late reviewI went here with a group of friends last Christmas because we made a late decision..."

Jess Liauw

"Great food. We had been wanting to try French for so long and seeing how highly recommended this place came. The service was brilliant, the food was..."

Fred

"My god this restaurant is so French !!! You think your in Paris rather than Melbourne. No, strike that, way better than your average Paris tourist..."

PedroY

"Surprisingly good. A very French like restaurant except for the serve sizes. Serves are large and generous and does not sacrifice overall taste...."

Oyster

"Worth visiting. Food was excellent. good use of olive oil. Bread is delivered to the restaurant fresh every day; i know, I walk by in the mornings to..."

Anthony Francis

"Bombe Alaska!!!. .Pro's:- No weird stuff like frogs legs- Seafood bisque to die for- Dessert favourite = Bombe Alaska- Good..."

CMcP

"Great Oyster, it happened to be the Chef’s suggestion with Tasmanian style. The taste for the steak is not as expected with too much black..."

Andy Hou

"I never had such exotic desserts before 😍 They were so yummmmm and different. We just tried sautéed mushrooms and desserts and I would definitely..."

Markande Shruti

"Oyster of the day Champagne & Leek was delicious! Entree of the day Quail Charcuterie platter Terrine, rillettes, pâté, prosciutto, saucisson &..."

Maria T

"Excellent food, been here twice and loved it both times. Great traditional French..."

Sarah Zivkovic

"We have been going to Bergerac for years, they never disappoint! The food is outstanding and I love that the staff are French too! Definitely..."

Jackie Brown

"Great food. Intimate settings! Good service. Will come..."

Tony H

The Grain Store

90/100 (1871 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"Delicious and beautifully presented. The service is attentive. The coffee is also amazing as well. We ordered the salmon corn fritters and the..."

Shenny Penny

"It was a busy Wed morning! The food was great and place was buzzing. Loved the blue swimmer crab scrambled eggs on croissant! The toasty was also..."

Aylwin Pang

"The Grain Store is definitely one of my favourite brunch (and dinner? they used to do dinner but it doesn’t look like it anymore) places. They..."

Angel Khong

"The whole experience was incredible. Super friendly service. The food was yummy. Fair price and the portions are very well served. Their coffee is..."

Yves Belli

"Just had Sunday brunch in this gorgeous and delicious place. I asked for a veggie option of their bagle on the menue and it was just delicious. I..."

Jo Aigner

"A great spot for brunch, had their crab chilli scrambled and it was insane. The crab tasted so fresh and the scrambled eggs were so soft and cooked..."

Shane

"Absolutely Fantastic Wow Great Coffee and Had the Chilli Crab scrambled eggs and Breakfast Board Delishous worth every..."

michael kirk

Schmucks Bagels

Cucinetta

89/100 (1733 ratings)

"Wow. What an amazing place. The food, wine and service were truly amazing. I would definately recommend visiting this resturant for a rememberable..."

Mj Jack

"I almost didn't write this review because we don't want anyone else to discover our new family favourite! ;) But they truly deserve all the kudos and..."

Tasha Patel

"Amazing - highly recommend. Food is sensational, service spot on. Recommend to book as place is teeny tiny. I’ll be back for sure..."

Lisa-Anne MacGillivray

"Excellent little find in Murphy St. The place has a great buzz to it although it only seats about 20 patrons. Food is surprisingly excellent and the..."

Tony Maynard

"Our new local - Loved everything about this place - the service, the food, the vino glasses, the ambience, the bag hook under the bench. Attention to..."

Jessica Holmes

"What a hidden treasure to find in the heart of Sth Yarra! Amazing dinner with my gorgeous friend Scott Borg as his b'day never ends....Will so be a..."

Michele Phyman

"Small and charming little Italian place - Great service, exceptional..."

Arthur Lim

"Love this place. So small and cozy, delicious Parmesan wheel pasta, great..."

Sarah French

"Great place . Delicious pasta , great service and..."

Andrea Littlejohn

"Have been there a few times now and every time is a WOW moment. The food is amazing and so is the..."

Sue Green

"Amazing little restaurant! Staff were so authentic and food and wine were..."

Travis Paine

"Fav Italian restaurant - also my fav waitress is always so welcoming and lovely, Georgie. Manager should know she is a..."

Georgia Williams

"One of a kind ... Tasty dishes , cozy atmosphere ... good wines ......"

Claudia Palletta

"Beautiful down the strada little hidden gem. Like in Italy: comprehensive yet simple fresh menu every week, and great compact kitchen+floor ambiance...."

Berto Vaissiere

"Excellent food and staff!! Thank you..."

Giulia Miller

"Amazing!! Went there on Sunday that just past. With a group of friends. The food and drinks were amazing. Love everything about it. Would be going..."

Rebecca Grigg

"Fabulous flavours, simple but sensational mouth watering food - our new favourite place to eat in..."

Robyn Cherry-Campbell

"Love love love this place. Our little local favorite restaurant. Great food, wine and..."

Louise Sanger

"Another amazing meal at Cucinetta. Owner Ben and his chef really know how to create a dining experience. Delicious flavors of the best produce..."

Dani Richter

"Forza..."

Fabio Pisciottano

"Love this place. Awesome service and food. And Ben makes the best lattes in..."

Dani Hargreaves

"Perfect dinner - food is divine & the staff are..."

Lisa Ryan

"Nothing I don't love about this place!! Love the team, love the food, wine, space! Never fails to put a smile on my face ☺️ don't ever..."

Kristen Fitzmaurice

"Exceptional on all fronts - just don't tell people who aren't foodies, they will just take up space in this cozy pLace. Had dinner by myself tonight..."

Christopher Sferrazza

"One of my absolute favourites. So intimate, such great food and Ben and the team are very hospitable and make for a really enjoyable..."

Campbell Daff

"Awesome food, awesome service, awesome..."

Aaron Brown

"Beautiful little place to eat with amazing pasta, friendly host and relaxed atmosphere. Will definitely return..."

Kendall Legudi

"Fabulous..."

Jodie Maunder

"I've been wanting to come here for ages, but it's tiny and deservedly popular. The staff were delightful and smoothly manoeuvred around the tiny..."

Soniagowan

"If I could give this place a 6 I would. If you want to feel like you're in Italy having amazing food in a great atmosphere this is the most..."

Steve Levon

"No pun intended but a true little Italian restaurant. From the moment you are greeted at door until you leave you are immersed in an Italian cultural..."

JB

"Cute and comfortable is how I’d best describe this restaurant. For a romantic night out this is the place to go. Thanks for the beautiful Italian..."

EatsOfMelbourneAus

"Possibly the tiniest fine dining restaurant we have ever eaten in, Cucinetta is only 29 square meters including the kitchen. So, the menu is small..."

Robin

"We had a birthday party here and they were amazing. They nailed every aspect and made it such an enjoyable evening. I can't recommend it enough. It's..."

Wiesel

"Absolutely perfect. Service was on point; the food was impeccable. The homemade spaghetti was perfection. Tasted even better than most pastas from..."

Hoang Le

"I could have died and gone to heaven when I tasted the pasta here. I don’t usually get overly excited by Italian restaurants but this understated..."

Kimbo

"A cozy little corner serving great food! The cacio e pepe with truffle is just a delight!Hubby devoured the ragu tradizionale.The..."

Sue_dyosa

"Cosy dining defined. If you want a memorable dining experience than Cucinetta is the place for you. The service; impeccable, the food; to die for...."

Wulffdylan

"A lovely little restaurant just off toorak rd. the warm and friendly service made us feel right at home as soon as we arrived. We happened to visit..."

Queen Of Food

"The restaurant was small and cozy which is just wonderful on a cold winter night. The staff was extremely warm and helpful and took time explaining..."

Whitney Yeow Chong

"Cucinetta is a cosy little space in South Yarra where they serve traditional Italian food with seasonal produce and change their menu every week...."

Olive Sundays

"From the outside, Cucinetta looks like any other small restaurant around the South Yarra area. However, they are one of only a few Italian..."

Melbourne Culinary

"I can’t get enough of this place. Ideal for almost any occasion. Wait staff are great and read their customers very well, food is terrific (their..."

Samantha Todd

"It was very tasty but I didnt think it was worth $29 plus $3 for truffle oil. My friend n I ordered the parmesan cheese wheel pasta. The pasta was..."

Coco

"As I walked into the front door, I immediately felt like I was in a cute little restaurant in Italy. We sat at the bar while we waited for our table..."

The Truth About Food

"Loved this restaurant! So quaint! Really feels like you’re in Italy being there, the staff are great, very knowledgeable and attentive, the food..."

Jenny Hetherington

"Fo0die dined as a guest of Cucinetta and as such, the rating does not give any consideration to customer service. Cucinetta is a nice..."

The Fo0die

"Tiny restaurant tucked away in South Yarra.It is loud and cramped with a constantly-changing menu and very few options for fussy diners......"

Filet De Boeuf

"Service: great service, we were met and seated right away. The menu was explained to us in detail, which gave us a feeling of care and importance..."

Chrissy Halden

"Amazing little place hidden away just off one of South Yarra’s residential streets. Small, comfy and accompanied by great service this place..."

Jenny Jin

"Cucinetta is a tiny restaurant in South Yarra, so large groups must book ahead. Service was very friendly & attentive. The menu changes every week so..."

Vegetarian Food Lover

"Ratio Decidendi: If there was one single dish that I missed the most from my time in Europe it would be cacio e pepe, a simple pasta dish that..."

Dimsumforone

"Nice risotto, beautiful wines. The best place in South Yarra. I love Cucinetta. My friends and I love the pasta and we choose always this place...."

Nicolas Rosane

"Beautiful pasta. this place is one of the best in south yarra. Your pasta really is so good, you can not stop eating! Its admirable service and..."

Lore Rosane

"We booked this restaurant however our booking was not found. They were very helpful and server is. Great food and friendly staff. Not much more to..."

Jjoseph.h

"Brilliant. The Italians do it better. You won’t get more authentic Italian than this place, it was superb, main and delicious dessert. The cheese..."

Louiepepper

"One of the best Italian in Melbourne. Small, charming little place with exceptional table service. Menu changes on a weekly basis. We went..."

Arthur Lim

"Came to Cucinetta last night with my mama. The restaurant is busy, and bustling and cramped- in the best way! I was reminded of being back in a small..."

Maddie Kingham

"Waitress was awesome, really explained menu thoroughly. Small menu but changed weekly so understandable. Produce was super fresh, pasta was amazing...."

Emily Morris

"Meaning "little kitchen", Cucinetta is a stunning little Italian eatery in South Yarra. If you are looking for a truly authentic and memorable..."

Gastrology

"Translated directly as “Little Kitchen”, Cucinetta holds true to both their name and their Italian heritage.Dishing up some authentic and..."

Penguineats

"Absolutely would recommend this little restaurant to anyone in the area looking for great food and great service. My wife and I have nothing bad or..."

Anthony Gee

"INCREDIBLE food, atmosphere and services! Seasonal produce with the menu changing weekly. We were fortunate enough to enjoy the family size banquet..."

Annalise.browning

"IG: @hungrycookieee Happiness is cheese and pasta and you can find happiness at Cucinetta. The cosy Italian Osteria opened in 2017. Since then,..."

Hungrycookie

"They say size matters but that's not the case for this little restaurant. I came here for the parmesan cheese wheel pasta and was blown away by the..."

MisoHungry

"Lovely little Italian joint in the neighborhood. Perfect for friends catch up or have a quiet dinner. Food is very authentic. My favorite is the..."

Alwayshungry

"The service and food here were absolutely perfect. My friend and I wanted to share a couple of mains so the chef split the dishes up so we didn't..."

Laura De Martino

"What a find! Cosy and intimate restaurant which serves authentic Italian food. The minute we walked through the door the service was outstanding...."

Ornella

"Cucinetta is exactly the kind of place you’d love to have as your Italian local. With a weekly menu that changes each Wednesday, you’re..."

Sub Urban

"Tiny place. Solid food. I had the duck and porcini tagliatelle and it was great. Panna cotta was nothing special. Overall an enjoyable evening...."

PK

"A magnificent restaurant with lovely food and wonderful service. The choices are few, however the food is divine. Everything is fresh, simple and..."

Pauline White

"I would have never expected to have such a good pasta outside of Italy! The place is very small and intimate, perfect for a casual lunch or a..."

Valentina

"This is some of the best food I have ever eaten.We arrived at this tiny restaurant on a Friday night and managed to score seats at the bar...."

Alison Read

"This intimate local Italian gem seats a maximum of 20 people & serves a delicious combination of classic & contemporary Italian cuisine that changes..."

Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)

"Cute little restaurant with a menu that changes weekly. I dined at Cucinetta for the first time tonight and loved the intimate atmosphere and..."

Kate Dougherty

"I have been meaning to eat here for at least 12 months and finally made it today. It was amazing - home made bread, pasta and amazing service. ..."

Miguel Sanchez Robertson

"Me and my partner have tried to eat here so many times but the tiny place was always full and for a good reason. Finally, I got there with a..."

Shlomi

"Came for lunch for the second time. I enjoyed their dishes a few month ago, and came back with high expectation.Ordered Casarecce with..."

M&M

"Had the Mascarpone & spring onion dip and Penne Aglio e Olio.. Sensational. Delish. Great host, great food, can't miss this little local italian gem..."

AnakGendut

"Fantastic little hidden gem in South Yarra. Ever changing menu and awesome food which keeps us going back for more . Staff and fun and friendly and..."

Robert Poulter

"Such a great find - this cosy, authentic Italian is some of the best food I've had in a long time.We booked a table (which you can if your..."

Rhi Godwin

"Delicious!!!Freshest pasta I've ever eaten & watched the chef prepping it just prior to service. Absolutely fantastic vibe created by the owner..."

Rach

"This is a very small place and the menu is very limited. They do a great job with whatever food they make! This is another favorite of mine. I..."

LizzieLiz13

"My go to local Italian. The menu is small, like the venue itself - but there is always something for everyone. This is authentic Italian in a cosy..."

Kim Stephen

"We had a great meal at Cucinetta on Saturday, the slow roasted lamb seasoned with parmesan and roasted vegies was my favourite. A great spot for a..."

Hamilton

"Great little place. I came here with a close friend who moved to the other side of the world, and who I only see once a year now. Was glad we chose..."

Georgia

"Beautiful little restaurant. An excellent meal; fresh ingredients, great balance and flavours. The caramel panna cotta with currants was outstanding...."

Kernotsh

"Loved this place! Excellent service, fantastic food - highly..."

FingerLicknNiko

"THANK YOU urbanspoon for presenting this wonderful place to me. So incredibly..."

Breana Lawrie

"We were really impressed with the food and the ambience. Will definitely come..."

Joasiapen

"Great simple food. Great price. Lovely staff. Can't wait to go back..."

Elliot

"AMAZING! I'd pay just to sit in this restaurant and enjoy the atmosphere. In an area where you could eat at a different italian 7 days a week this..."

Sarah Wise

"My new favourite. We ate at Cucinetta for the first time on Wednesday and it sure has changed from the Sushi bar it used to be. The transformation..."

Elliotgill

"Great find. Lovely simple Italian food, personal service and so much passion - you can't go wrong eating here. Highly recommend checking it..."

Richmond Delights

"This is by far the best italian I have had this year. Fresh and creative menu, modern italian at its best, love the flavours!. Ambience is great,..."

Jackie

"Little Italian Gem. A few friends and I went to Cucinetta for dinner a few weeks back and had a fantastic night.The staff (Benny in..."

Marcia Allan

"Amazing Food. A fabulous little restaurant. Owner Ben makes an attentive host, and a tight menu of clever, seasonal foods meant we could..."

Fiona Newbold

"By far the best italian i've had in..."

Ricardo S

"Menu is constantly changing to take advantage of what's best in season. Great local vibe, friendly service. Highly recommend. Great date..."

Sarah S

"Great locale. First time here, despite several walk-bys. Really enjoyed our evening, asparagus were very fresh, bean and pepper starter was yummy...."

Mark From Melbourne

"Perfect!. This hidden gem is wonderful - off the busy & noisy Toorak Rd, Cucinetta is the perfect place for authentic Italian & some very delicious..."

Stephanie Loupelis

"Beautiful authentic yet light and innovate Italian food sets cucinetta apart from the competition. Wonderful flavour coupled with excellent value and..."

Emma B

"$32 for 2 courses and a glass of wine, pasta mains. Perfect choices and snug seating, cozy, cute with awesome..."

MattW

"Lovely food. Sausage main was great. Service was..."

Scott Lamin

"It's dress rehearsal week and the food was amazing; wine lovely and friendly service. Imagine what they will do when they open completely. Will come..."

Karen

"The 29 cheese gnocchi was as one would expect: very cheesy, and very salty too. I love cheese and this dish definitely went above and beyond to..."

Anisa Anwar

"Booked in for a lunch on the last day of the cheese wheel cacio e pepe dish- glad we did! Really tasty pasta dishes, totally full after. Wish we had..."

Hayley May

"Everything was perfect!! I went last night to see what the hype was about and safe to say this is one of my top 5 favourite dining experiences in..."

Natarcha Jones

"I visited on a Sunday night at 7pm with a booking for two. The place is tiny so definitely book ahead. We went for the 29 cheese gnocchi event, so we..."

Bridget Cleary

"TOP SHELF PASTA. Yummiest risotto I've ever had. Caprese salad and Pepper Pasta were brilliant up. Flavour and freshness is unreal. (Note: cheese..."

Isaac Jacobs

"Cucinetta - Artisian Fettuccine ‘Cacio e Pepe’ w/ Truffle $36.99 - Button Mushrooms in Taleggio Fondue w/ Crutons $26.99 - Homemade Gnocchi w/..."

Mashi_soyo

"We couldn't fault anything at our visit to Cucinetta. We had to change the booking about 5 times due to Covid & other circumstances and had sent many..."

Pauline De Pasquale

"Gorgeous place with excellent food and really friendly service. We particularly loved the arancini entree and the cannoli. Fair warning though, if..."

Tim & Gabby Malone

Austro Bakery

"8/10 $5.90 Pear and Chocolate Danish..."

"JT" Jeffrie Trika

"As a lover of cakes of all shapes and sizes, I've made it my mission to visit bakeries all over Melbourne to sample as many as I can. Not many are as..."

Morgs71

"Happened to see Austro Bakery as I was driving past and decided to pop in with my mum and we were so surprised.The cafe feels so warm and..."

Kim Miller

"What a nice European cafe. It definitely has a lot of choices to choose from. Both savoury and sweet, it is hard to choose! I ordered a pretzel..."

Foodie

"Such a cute, cosy bakery with a wide range of pastries and a fantastic breakfast menu. Get the eggs verdi which is baked eggs in a kale & parsley..."

Littlemissyh

"Loved this find in South Melbourne! This is such a trendy bakery with really European styled items. I loved the different menu items, I got this..."

Agreekable

"I cannot rave enough about this place. Everything I’ve tried has been amazing - pies, pastries, pretzels, coffee etc etc. Try the Vienna coffee,..."

LGEMP

"Delicious food and friendly service. The scrambled egg brioche was delightfully light and tasty as was the mini pastrami on rye. Topped off with a..."

Sim Sim

"Austro Bakery has been on my wish list for ages and it is with great pleasure to announce that it has now been promoted to my "must return"..."

Hello. Imnikki

"I'm not really a sweets kind of person, Austro has changed that. Their pastries and coffee are to die for. Apart from all the delicious pastries I..."

Mia Kristina Owens

"Its so good to have a great Bakery south of the river where we can buy delicious central euro tortes, cakes,pies and breads. Im so sick of layered..."

Jumblyeats

"A new bakery to add to our list! We had a pretzel and the ottoman croissant but it was hard not to try everything on offer in the amazing spread at..."

Fatcat

"Austro Bakery is the latest addition to our South Melbourne “Coffee & Cake” scene. We had a selection of tasty bites along with a slice of the..."

AJ

"A great bakery in a lovely space. The baked goods were done well and there was a creative selection on offer. The pricing was a little steep though...."

Linda

"New bakery opened near South Melbourne Market. Great coffee and selection of sweet treats with a few savoury options for a light breakfast...."

Freeo

"Lovely and cozy bakery place around South Melbourne Market. You can dine in and sit outside to enjoy the sunshine ☀️ You can have some nice..."

Mei Zhang

"🏠: @austrobakery 📍: South Melbourne 📝: Visited this cute little cafe in South Melbourne, just a small walk from the South Melbourne Market...."

Faa Papon

"I had a morning cinnamon chocolate bun with almond cappuccino on good Friday. Everything was barely open but Austro bakery was open luckily. Cinnamon..."

M P

"Light lunch #1 @AustroBakery for Austrian style baked goods at this relaxed cafe, just a stone'sthrow away from the South Melbourne Markets. I got..."

Shaun D'Monte

"A beautiful bakery is located close to South Melbourne Market. Good atmosphere to have bread and..."

Mitsuhiro Kato

"The pastries were nice and flaky, and not overly sweet. The variety is pretty amazing, and I would say different to the usual offerings. Definitely..."

Eugene Khoo

"Mouth watering range of baked goods, another good reason to venture southside. The pie's are super flakey, with dense, chunky innards. Come one, come..."

Malcolm Young

"Thank you Austro Bakery for making my birthday special! I was walking on the street and went into the bakery after seeing the fun & unique window..."

Soo Chung

Simply Spanish Qvm

89/100 (1217 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"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

Franco-belge

Wheelchair Accessible

"fantastic French food, wonderful warm service, a wonderful new spot in Camberwell, you will be impressed, fabulous wine list and ambiance! Can't wait..."

Lushious

"Had cravings for Mussels and found this quaint French bistro in the heart of Hawthorn and it was absolutely amazing. Had the ones with white wine and..."

Agnes Lau

"It’s good. I’ve only recently discovered this restaurant in my backyard. I rate the scotch fillet as one of the better steaks I’ve had in a..."

Roachpeter34

"Great French food, try the scallops AND have a go at the snails. They are really well done. Not rubbery, but smooth and delightful to taste. At..."

David J.

"The snails are delicious and weren’t over done and rubbery like some places. The duck was cooked beautifully and went very nicely with a Shiraz..."

Ian Parkinson

"Amazing! Great restaurant with such friendly staff. The food was delicious and fresh. The selection of 4 petit desserts was to die for. Greta..."

Eliza Bracken

"A really lovely French restaurant. Fantastic food, wonderful wine (including some great French wines) and a nice, cosy atmosphere. A real local gem...."

Catherine

"Really delicious French bistro meal. It's nice to see some Belgian specialities on the menu alongside French classics as well as a specials board...."

Emily

"I have family in Belgium and have spent a lot of time there. I can attest to the authenticity of this restaurant in decor, atmosphere and menu. The..."

Mark Russell

"I was very impressed. The scallops were amazing and the tarte tartin was the best I’ve ever had. Excellent service as well and a good wine list. I..."

Susan Luber

"What a lovely night. The place looked cozy and spacious. The staff are attentive and gave us great recommendations.For entre we had the steak..."

Josephine

"Awesome place! Rodenbach Grand Cru on tap, the food’s good. Apparently I need write at least 140 characters in the review. Need another sentence...."

AJ

"my son and I had a wonderful dinner here. The escargot and wild mushroom vol au vent we’re good but the duck with cherry jus was outstanding. $100..."

Favecin

"Food was delicious. Service almost perfect, I think they're just finding their feet a little. the staff were friendly and attentive. Brilliant..."

Excitable Tastebuds

"Had high hopes this would be good but didn’t expect how good. The steak frites (rib eye for 2) was perfect cooked Medium for this cut. The icing on..."

EE VV

"So, so good.This newly-opened restaurant is just what the area needs. I had the most delicious snails for entree, a lovely rockling fillet..."

Kate

"I love this place! Our only complaint is that we eat to much but there was so much to try on the menu and everything was delicious 😋 there was a..."

Redvic

"Simply AMAZING!… food not only delicious but with an indescriptible French flavour. LOVED the onion soup and the duck breast. The menu is full of..."

Anhely Millán

"Had a fabulous time. Beautiful food and the service was exceptional. Special shout out to Katy who was absolutely super attentive and very..."

Irwin Hau

"Beautiful French restaurant in the heart of Camberwell Been here a few times and the food is consistently good. We enjoyed the scallops and foie..."

Thomas Reeh

"had an outstanding dinner here couple of days ago. mussels au bleu was ridiculously delicious and we ended up mopping up the sauce with frites and..."

Tony T

"Excellent French Flemish cuisine. 😋👌 Great friendly staff and fast service. 🙂👍 Will go back to try other..."

Nguyen Duc

"Excellent French food with great ambience and family-friendly..."

Eddy John Sng

"My wife and I are here from Sydney visiting our daughter, her partner and his family! They highly recommended Franco-Belge so we thought we’d give..."

Christopher O'Connor

Little Hungarian Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

Takeout

Dinner

Mid-range

"Came here for dinner for the first time a couple of weeks ago and had nice meal of schnitzel and blintzes for desert. Large servings and delicious...."

Peaches

"The cabbage rolls are amazing!! For sure my favorite dish. I’m from Brazil and the first time I came to Melbourne I went to this restaurant I love..."

Camila Gregurincic

"Had one the best wholesome flavorsome meals in a long time I was short on time and dining solo, no problem service was great and the meals very..."

Weber Man

"The place is a little Gem great home style cooking & the staff are so welcoming we had Wiener schnitzel, traditional Goulash , red cabbage salad &..."

Piper

"This place is a real gem! Went there to celebrate our anniversary, booked in advance (turned out a wise thing to do for it was fully booked when we..."

NZAURUSS

"Cosy, intimate, warm atmosphere with authentic delicious home cooked meals. What more could you ask for? We travel over an hour regularly to eat..."

Kim

"All round not bad. I ordered chicken livers and kids had schnitzel both which were very nice. Very hearty!Unfortunately my wife's stuffed..."

David Lew

"Wonderfully hearty food with great, thoughtful and friendly service. We had beef goulash with potatoes, sauerkraut, paprikash and spinach. Will..."

Valentine Watkins

"My friend and I had the Chicken Paprikash and the stuffed Cabbage Rolls - delicious!!! I preferred the chicken; my friend the cabbage rolls, but we..."

Tia

"Well I have never seen a schnitzel as big as the one I had tonight.It was well crumbed but a little dry overall a nice meal.My partner had..."

Bturnsta63

"The Little Hungarian is a wonderful home style Hungarian restaurant that reminds me of the food my aunties and uncles cooked for me in Hungary. Their..."

Sztefani

"Perfect. Food was GREAT! Had been really sick with a cold and craving my grandmas food to cheer me up, this was the closest Hungarian restaurant to..."

Fluorescent Adolescent

"The servings are massive – I could have shared my cabbage rolls with someone and still struggled to..."

Glutenshmooten

"The food was spectacular! Spot on! We ordered pork goulash with saukruat and crumbed veal with chips and salad. My favourite was the pork goulash the..."

Anna Anderson

"The Veal Deal. The Little Hungarian restaurant has a reputation for simple, home-style comfort food and generously sized portions. The dining space..."

Nathaniel Stockley

"Chicken soup for the soul!. Best chicken soup in town, and of course, don't miss the schnitzel. You'll go there for the food, not the..."

Lisa

"Great straight forward Restuarant. Simple, good food at reasonable prices. Massive serves. Well worth..."

Serg

"Hearty and Cheerful. While neither the food nor the atmosphere will have you clamouring to return night after night, the Little Hungarian delivers..."

Margot

"Should change the name to Big Hungarian. Having been for the 1st time weren't sure what expect,well my wife and I were pleasantly surprised, the food..."

JohnM

"Filled with Hungarians. You know it's good when the entire Melbourne Hungarian community eat there. Love it all. Schnitzels are famous, the bean soup..."

Lesley

"Excellent food. The food is delicious. Today I still love it because I have been there heaps of times already because the food is excellent and the..."

Matthew Trompf

"OMG!. After a long day of dropping kids off at sports, inbtween that I instructed 2 pump classes at the local gym.The food is sooo generous!..."

Tijen

"Great chicken schintzel. Small place, busy with no frills. An older crowd, but good home cooking. We love the chicken schnitzel with potatoes and..."

2munsters

"I have been going to this restaurant for years, always loved it, but have been disappointed the last couple of visits. I am Hungarian, so know what..."

Judy B.

"The food was absolutely delicious 😋. The hospitality was second to none. I'll definitely go back to the little..."

Bosko Markoski

"Absolutely delightful and heart-warming experience! Welcoming, considerate and responsive service. Tasty, tasty goulash - we had both types, the beef..."

Sophie

"It was a wonderful experience, nice ambience. Food was terrific. The only negative I can say is that don't do substitutions or cater for allergies,..."

Robert Jandausch

"This is as close as authentic as you can get, almost better than mum's .... Almost! Must make a booking, must have the chicken soup, actually must..."

Robert Orosz

"Delicious hungarian dishes, very hearty. Well cooked and well seasoned, We can feel the love has been put into the dishes from the chefs. Staffs are..."

S L-Y

"Wow amazing place for a rich home-cooked meal! Just delicious and soo comforting! I’m from Bavaria/Germany and the food tasted just like..."

Annemarie Obermayer

"Loved my first experience here last night. Schnitzel and crumbed mushrooms were perfection, and so is the sides are fresh and yum! Food is well done..."

JN Parinas-Thompson

Brioche By Philip

Academy Kitchen And Bar

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great coffee and seriously good breakfast. Had smashed avo and feta with dukka etc. It was beautifully presented and tasted so so very good. Friendly..."

Layak007

"If you live in Melbourne and you haven't been here then you are stupid and need to get out more. The vibe is excellent, the drink choices are endless..."

Wedgie Hughes

"Serving up gorgeously plated, delicious food in an inviting space, Academy Kitchen is a stunning addition to Bridge Road.The menu is intruiging yet..."

Melbourne Glutton

"Academy is still a fairly new restaurant in Richmond, they’ve been open for about 8 months and have a selection of European style dishes with a..."

Olive Sundays

"Such a delightful cafe. Attentive, informed and friendly staff. Fresh and healthy menu options. Recommend eggs bene or crushed avo with eggs...."

Fifi Dee

"Located on Bridge Road, Academy Kitchen is in the fast growing section past Church Street. It is headed up by Will Manning (impressive Chef Hat CV..."

MissyNess

"Eggs Benny and polenta was awesome! Some of the staff weren't overly friendly but very efficient. Coffee was great. Cool space, definitely heading..."

Mang

"Academy Kitchen and Bar’s Chef and owner, Will Manning, has tapped into a number of classic European dishes and adapted them for the modern,..."

The Food Society

"Bridge Road Richmond is a street full of foodie fun with a plethora of different cuisines and so many choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We..."

FoodieAboutTown

"Had eggs bene and a latte for breakfast so yum! Polenta chips so crispy, hollandaise sauce very tasty. Refreshing blood orange juice and really..."

Ms Perantau

"Recently opened hot spot Academy Kitchen & Bar, located in the heart of Richmond’s burgeoning and popular Bridge Road precinct has launched its new..."

Gastrology

"Breakfast and coffee was another 10/10. Eggs Benny with ham hock and polenta was a great combination, as was the avo toast with dukkha, beet relish..."

Paul

"Delicious new Autumn menu & innovative cocktail list.We started with the macaroni and Gorgonzola croquettes. These are served with a..."

Melbourne Foodie Memoirs

"The Academy Kitchen has launched its new autumn menu in Richmond. As the temperature gauge drops, Melbournians’ tastebuds, take a U-turn towards..."

Hungrycookie

"Academy Kitchen and Bar is a discerning option on rising foodie precinct Bridge Road Richmond when it comes to smart food and a chic dining..."

The World Loves Melbourne

"Heaven! I went to Academy with my boyfriend on a Sunday and left with a smile and a full stomach. Academy has a charming hipster atmosphere..."

Iva

"Lovely little quiet venue for a relaxed Sunday drink - staff are extremely friendly and non-judgemental when ordering 'just a drink'. Looking forward..."

Steve H

"Really great option for breakfast in Richmond. Some delicious more unusual menu choices as well as some plainer options for those with a simpler..."

Travelling Palate

"Group brunch on the weekendA slightly higher class brunch/breakfast experience. Good presentation, friendly service (very attentive with..."

I Like Food And Games

"I am torn between giving Academy the rave review it deserves and keeping it a secret just to myself and husband! We popped in for brunch today and..."

Katrina Bowe

"Lunch today at Academy Kitchen & Bar to sample their new menu, and there were so many great options available on both their breakfast and lunch..."

Richmond_3121

"In terms of coffee and sweets this crisp, cool cafe is a gem on the Richmond strip. The chocolate brownie slice was rich and dense and equal to the..."

Dan The Man

"Brainchild of renowned chef and owner Will Manning, Academy Kitchen and Bar is a celebration of informal dining but draws heavily on the breadth of..."

Gastrology

"Really hard to fault this place! Amazing, professional staff paired with great food and wine! Just represents a great offering for the price so we'll..."

Tyson

"Outstanding meal. The duck parfait was sensational for a starter followed by finger licking fried chicken with signature mash and gravy - the only..."

Brock P

"So happy Academy has opened in our neighbourhood! Been in for a brunch and lunch twice in a week and enjoyed it immensely . Great food and service..."

Olga Kirillova

"Went here for dinner last night with hubby. The food was absolutely beautiful. Loved the yabby roll and jalapeno mac and cheese balls followed by the..."

Kate Ripper

"Great addition to the vastly improving Bridge Rd food scene. Breakfast was very tasty and came out quickly. Staff were also attentive with..."

Codaholic

"Absolutely faultless - great food, great ambience, friendly staff. We were surprised by how well presented & tasty the food was. The service was..."

Nammy

"Cool place with a nice vibe. The food was enjoyable and the menu a little different from the usual fare. We had dinner. I enjoyed my crispy skinned..."

Netty

"Academy Kitchen and Bar is one of the most recent places to open up in this section of Bridge Road that’s been experiencing somewhat of a food..."

The City Lane

"Love this new addition to Bridge Road. Food is thoughtful and just a little bit different from your standard breakfast offerings. Loved the sweetcorn..."

Putfoodinme_

"Tried Academy Kitchen and Bar for brunch on Saturday and was really impressed. The menu covers all the usual brunch offerings however with a slight..."

Kate Dougherty

"This place was fantastic. It's everything you want in a restaurant. The service was excellent. The menu was well thought out and offered a variety of..."

Clare

"Nice joint, service was great. Food was on fine dining with a good price. Really enjoy my meal. And finish off with a good dessert of molten..."

Joyce Cheng

"Really cool joint, nice fit out and very friendly relaxed but professional service at the same time. Fried chicken was really nice as was the buttery..."

Birdman

"Have been waiting for Academy to open and we got to try it for lunch today. The fit out is really modern, and has a nice restaurant/cafe/bar feel...."

Sweetlikesugar

"Delicious food and great service. Strongly encourage the locals to come and try this great new place. We will definitely be back for some comfort..."

Merryn

"Fantastic food. Great service. Incredible tea selection. Baby..."

Megan Mundy

"Fantastic and friendly service and the food was great. Very accommodating for our vegetarian friends.Thanks for a great..."

Joel Ludbey

"Amazing! Best beef cheek I've ever had. Such a warm and cosy environment. Presentation..."

Josephine Calabro

"Another great meal. Beautifully presented. Tasted as good as it..."

Anne Gamble

"Tastiest orange juice, and even tastier coffee. Awesome place..."

Sian Brown

"Love this place. My favourite cafe on bridge..."

Fiona McLaren

"Great food great drinks great staff great..."

Ben Lumsden

Chevapi Grill

"As a Turkish, it was the best kofte, kofta, chevapi burger in my life..."

Ceren Tekin

"I was so looking forward to trying this place and I’m so glad I did. The food was comforting and delicious. The service was friendly and place is..."

Maria Vasiljevic Dasopatis

"Got take away, slightly expensive but it was quality and yummy. I generally find sausages salty but these petite sausages were delicious😜...."

Kay

"Did not know what to expect when we came here as we had never tried Balkan food. The fried whitebait is excellent. The sausage although small is..."

Debby

"If you are after authentic quality Balkan food, look no further. These guys know their grill! Chevapi were most excellent, fresh and juicy with a..."

Asja

"Super friendly service, generous portion sizes, and delicious authentic food. Will definitely be back!..."

Om Nom Nom

"Firstly the service was fantastic! The fit out was very welcoming and the kitchen stood out being super clean. We loved the food and cannot wait to..."

MrMena

"My LOVE for Chevapchichi was born in the late 70’s when my Dad used to work at a German butcher in Adelaide that made their own...it grew even..."

Benrw13

"THE BEST Balkan food I have ever had! You will not be disappointment with anything that you order from this menu!! Also 10/10 customer..."

CH

"One word: Yum! The food at Chevapi Grill rose to meet and blew away all my expectations. It was great to be able to experience unique..."

Zoe Chin

"Last week Coeliac Australia announced the newest Melbourne accredited restaurant Chevapi Grill. The restaurant is owned by Michael of the first..."

Ashlee Adams

"Chevapi Grill is an excellent surprise in an area which nowadays has few surprises left. The Balkan Burger was amazingly tasty and juicy and it..."

Fotis

"This restaurant is a great addition and something different for South Melbourne. I've been multiple times already and I love the Balkan..."

The Hand That Bites

"Took a while for the food to come out around half an hour. Need to prioritise walk in customers over Uber eats ones ! Roll was good chevapi..."

George David Michaelides

"I have been looking forward to the opening of the Balkan Grill for a while as l wanted to try their kebapi roll. The kebapi roll was delicious and l..."

Split The Bill

"Really enjoyed the Pljeskavica (Balkan burger). Juicy with a rich, smoky kebab flavour. You'll want a decent appetite if you plan to have sides as..."

Raiting

"Delicious! Had the vegan burek, cabbage salad and cherry burek, so yum! They’re waiting on their liquor licence so will be even better soon! Great..."

Hungry

"Ordered two burgers and a plate of crispy white baits. The bun was like a Turkish bread, nicely toasted. Chicken burger tasted like eating garlic..."

Barry

"Found this gem on Clarendon St between the covid lockdown in 2021 and had a few takeaways before. The restaurant is always busy and they have lots of..."

SC

"A Balkan lunch @ChevapiGrill in South Melbourne. I got the chevapi, house special Angus beef skinless sausages, with onion, cabbage salad and roasted..."

Shaun D'Monte

"Update: Very juicy and tasty ćevapi. Very friendly staff. Was there few times after this photo was taken and they're just..."

Sinisa Mijic

"Excellent food. But staff a bit under the pump. Had to wait a while for my food. Nevertheless they were very polite and apologetic..."

montague smith

"I love this place, I got every other week. The food is great. The downsides are that the food can take quite a while and can oftentimes taste..."

i'm jemjem ;D

"Delicious Balkanian food served by friendly and kind staff! Recommended to..."

Vladimir Velikov

"Great Balkan food. Homestyle..."

Sam Todorovic

Dinner By Heston Blumenthal

88/100 (1780 ratings)

The French Brasserie

88/100 (2007 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Seating

Street Parking

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had a beautiful experience here choosing the $95 set menu which included french onion soup, smoked salmon, barramundi, fillet steak and a..."

Roman Watkins

"Had a delightful catchup with Win Scott at this superb city establishment. We order from the quick lunch menu. Two courses plus a glass wine for $35..."

David Weston

"Had the most beautiful meal here on Friday night. The food was completely faultless and our waiter was exceptional. I was dining with a French friend..."

Shanelle Ingram

"The food was superb . The service let the place down. Waiters didn't know what was in the dishes or where the wine was from ......... I recommend..."

Samantha Jayne

"From the french speaking staff, to the food, to the wine selection. The French Brasserie is our new favourite place! The degustation menu was..."

Elena Krivickas

"We had the degustation menu with the wine selection! Absolutely beautiful meal... et bien arrosé!! Best bouillabaisse and the snapper was perfect!..."

Anne-Claire Petre

"We had a great meal to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Our waitress was excellent as were all of the staff. Would definitely recommend. Lovely..."

Wendy Guneratne

"Great service, delicious food and very European vibe! Our server max was very friendly and prompt. The owner of the restaurant was very kind. Overall..."

عبد القدیر حبیب

"Completely divine and brilliant! 2-courses and a glass of wine express lunch for $35 (3 courses $45). Why is this place not completely packed? The..."

Sigrid de Castella

"One of Melbourne's best "hidden" gems. This place is a great any-classy occasion..."

David Martin

"Brilliant service, food and amazing wine list. Highly recommend as you won't be..."

Denise Joyner

"I had my 40th birthday here last night. We were welcomed with Kir Royal on the house and it just got better from there. Beautiful food, well thought..."

Niall Urquhart

"Great venue, atmosphere was spot on. Service was fantastic and we loved the food, highly recommend. Thank..."

Leanne Wiebenga Connolly

"I was in Melbourne last year and stopped in for a late lunch, what can I say from the excellent service to the delicious French food and the amazing..."

Arrnott Salesi Olssen

"Excellent food, prepared perfectly. The wine list was reasonably priced and of high quality. Staff were knowledgeable and service was prompt and..."

Mark Russell

"We had a lovely dining experience at the French Brasserie. It was great to see so many vegan options added to the menu! We tried a 3..."

Jessica Sargeant (Unbeleafablefood)

"We went for a Friday lunch and it wasn't overly busy. We were warmly welcomed upon arrival and soon had a drink in our hands. The decor and ambience..."

Hans Moleman

"A usual diner here for the set menu when I feel like a relaxed lunch. It’s a great French meal and great quality meat. Haven’t had an impressive..."

RM

"This establishment serves up authentic french cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. It is a quite setting , ideal for a long dinner and conversation with..."

Robin

"The French Brasserie lives up to what they say, it is relaxing, it does have soaring ceilings and vast glass expanses. The atmosphere is fantastic as..."

Michael Daaboul

"The French Brasserie is a clear example of Melbourne’s wonderful food and wine scene.It is in a small lane way; you don’t pass it on a..."

Jdnosewine

"Have to say this is possibly my favourite place in Melbourne right now. Real French vibe. The food is outstanding. We got 6 courses with matching..."

Chrissiee Hughes

"Tucked away in a side alley, this stylish and sophisticated restaurant is ideal for an important meal. The entree of snails were a must, the..."

Stephanie

"We had an excellent 6 course menu with matching wines tonight. Very generous with the pourings! The restaurant was a beautiful space, very modern but..."

James

"Atmosphere and service was great. We had a charming French waiter which was very gpod at his role. Food had amazing presentation. The starters..."

Stellios

"Came here twice, had amazing experience for both visits. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, nice atmosphere, it is one of the best French..."

Food_Is_Heaven

"We discovered this gem on spec looking for dinner in Melbourne. Very friendly welcoming staff; lovely ambience; attentive service and delicious food...."

Prince

"Degustation menu was well executed. The long pause between courses perhaps could have been shortened. The only course i didnt really get on with was..."

Veta Bajaj

"Enjoyed dinner at The French Brasserie last night for my brothers birthday. The service from the moment we stepped inside was impeccable. The..."

Luvfood

"Ooh la la !! Food service and vibe was second to none!! Our waitress what a doll, so helpful and friendly even de shelling our snails ! We had snails..."

Nikki

"We went to The French Brasserie today for the express lunch ($35 with a glass of wine). Greeted warmly at the door and taken to a roomy table for..."

Colleen Murphy

"Been having my family gathering here for the past few years whenever they visit Melbourne and we've never been disappointed, quality food as always,..."

Nick Lengkong

"Great service and loved the drinks. The entrees were amazing and great food. My first time trying the beef tartare and Im addicted. The potato side..."

Jenny Pham

"Great service, our waitress was personable and energetic. We ordered the beef tartare, the onion soup, the Angus steaks and Creme brûlée. The food..."

Thi

"Best Gluten Free bread ever! Duck was to die for, need to visit again.Staff were welcoming and very helpful for dietary issues..."

Donnaatbeechworth

"Absolutely awesome!!!! I love this place. Absolutely a food indulgence experience. Service is awesome. A true french dining experience... strongly..."

The_chic_analyst

"Fantastic food, fantastic service and an incredible atmosphere. Couldn’t have gone to a better restaurant on our first night in Melbourne...."

Kirsten Clifford

"Came here for a work Christmas function. Food and service both excellent. 3 course menu option with an abundance of champagne...what more could you..."

Teddys99

" I had the best service experience that I've ever had at a restaurant at The French Brassiere. Everything was so French, I loved it. The..."

Ashanie Mekhala Perera

"Gastrology were privileged to participate in a culinary tour of Melbourne's most well-known laneway restaurants as part of the Victorian Government's..."

Gastrology

"Not usually a big fan of French food, nor fancy over the top foodie stuff but this was epic! The fish was perfect, the sauce was amazing, the..."

Hungry Stanley

"My boyfriend and I happened upon The French Brasserie completely by accident, but what a happy accident it was.The French Brasserie had a..."

Helen O'Kane

"Bonjour! Je adore this place!! Honestly, I would have left the restaurant a happy girl after entree. That sauce with the escargots was delicious!!..."

Goldentongue

"Just a spontanious decision took us back again, this time for lunch. No booking. Just a walk in off the street, but we were readily..."

Sneha Arora

"This place is situated down an Alley way off Flinders lane, so its rather secluded. The ambiance is extremely nice, so is the service and most of the..."

St!nger

"Classic French bistro. Flawless food and service with an astonishingly comprehensive wine list. This isn't cutting edge nor groundbreaking molecular..."

Onara

"This place was just amazing. It was mine and my husband's first time eating French food, and we couldn't have picked a better restaurant. We ordered..."

Romina Battaglini

"First time visit and pretty happy with everything here. Friendly service n decent food, no wonder full house at Monday night. Onlion soup was rich..."

Sambuca Sam

"While French cuisine is very prominent throughout Melbourne, there are only a select few restaurants that really stand out from the rest. The French..."

Melbourne Culinary

"This restaurant is one of Melbournes gems, serving up some of the finest French cuisine. I would rate it a 4 but what puts it at a 4.5 is the amazing..."

Jennie Cullen

"Booked there for a birthday and the service was formidable! The food is wonderful and at a very reasonable price. The ambiance of the restaurant is..."

Essie.zins

"What can i say abt this resto? I realize that maybe this is one of the best rating ive ever given to a resto, because basically everything (the food)..."

MF

"I honestly can not think of a single thing about my experience that wasn't an absolute joy. The service was crisp and attentive (I never..."

Jason Meaden

"Enjoyable evening with mixed quality food and service on the slow side. Often the wait staff seemed to be rushing around doing nothing.My..."

Michael

"If you are looking for a taste of France, make your way down to The French Brassiere. We had the absolute pleasure of dining there last Saturday..."

Brash

"The French Brasserie is a good restaurant . The decor is modern and understated and it is in a group of good restaurants in a lane off Flinders Lane..."

Stephen

"First night in Melbourne, the food is really nice. The tasting plate was very tasty and so was the French onion soup as entrees. The mains were still..."

Theyellowbatman

"Had a great meal here last night. Amazing food, great service, lovely ambience.Have wanted to try this place out for a long time and it didn't..."

Claire Humphreys

"Went here for my Friend's birthday over the weekend. The actual place itself is great, it has a good atmosphere, spacious, and the staff..."

Lionel Bautista

"Still an effortless 4.5 for me. I continue to believe that the French Brasserie is underrated. I’ve eaten here five times now for five excellent..."

Two Sheds

"An amazing time was had here!The French Brasserie is tucked away on Malthouse Lane off of Flinders Lane. I had the most superb time, thank you..."

Vivien

"Nice setting with good honest French food. I went for the eye fillet steak, was delicious. Great wine selection and extremely friendly and helpful..."

Snooter2Tooter

"Honest French Brasserie that is consistent and fair value. Staff are mostly French which adds to the ambiance. He wine list is better than most and..."

Boccadellaveritas

"Enjoyed a great night from start to finish at this restaurant. The food was first class as well as the atmosphere, drinks and service. Restaurant was..."

The Two Tasters

"Quoi de mieux qu'un bon retour au source, c'est une ambiance de brasserie parisienne avec un staff français on si croirai. Un repas dégustation..."

Chef Samy

"Located off Flinders Lane between Exhibition and Russell Street, there is lots of longstanding popular dining options in the vicinity such as Chin..."

Sandy Pok

"Fantastic place, we will definitely back, perhaps next time for dinner. The oysters and snails were so very good! Service is impeccable and just the..."

Denys McEneaney

"French food and it's finest. Anything and everything from entree to main to their exquisite desserts are to die for. Service is impeccable. Staff are..."

Fleur

"Perfect! Compliments to Edward + and his team :) The only thing missing tonight was the escargot...the staff were great, the food was..."

Luke

"Tucked down a lane way this restaurant feels very private and intimate. The staff were very professional and generous, treating our table with extra..."

M.

"Mr D decided to surprise me for my birthday dinner and since I LOVE LOVE LOOOOOVE french food, he took me to The French Brassarie (Yayers!!!), a..."

Linnie Eats All The Food

"A nice French restaurant off flinders lane. Staff all french and very friendly. We've been served complimentary glasses of bubbly - very nice of the..."

Mona

"Such an impressive space! All the staff were actually French, the food was excellent; tuna, avocado and pear salad for entree, grilled Travelli with..."

Out And About

"A little hidden gem off exhibition street in the CBD, the French brasserie was authentic French. From the French chefs to the service staff(who were..."

Eat The Streets

"Great continental food ... Pricy but hey.. It's French!Good service and a decent wine list. Definitely a place to try out in the CBD..."

SN

"The host Hadj is one of the most dynamic operators I've ever encountered. Not having experienced French food outside of France, visiting here..."

TBMoftheWEST

"The French Brasserie is amazing. What a fantastic restaurant. Fabulous French food and superb customer service.My husband and I went here for my..."

Patricia

"Fantastic little place in Melbourne. Beautiful French food in a lovely classy restaurant. Friendly staff.... pretty sure they were ALL french! adding..."

Food For Thought

"Excellent service, delicious food and very authentic.Will definitely be back! Here are some more arbitrary words because of the..."

Donovan

"I've had dinner at the French Brasserie at least 4 times, including last weekend. It's an excellent place for a romantic dinner with your partner...."

Virtualmix

"Not like I eat snails very often, but these were the best Escargot I have ever had. Plenty of garlic without the oily after taste and enough to soak..."

Burgers Of Melbourne

"A rather posh restaurant popular with the corporate set near the Paris end of Collins Street, The French Brasserie enjoys loyal custom from the..."

Melbourne Glutton

"The French Brasserie is a restaurant located at 2 Malthouse Lane, just off Flinders street. I have mentioned it in passing a few times however to my..."

Dan From Melbourne

"Enjoyed a delightful dinner. Friendly service. Delicious food. The kitchen felt a little slow. Free dessert wine when we paid for our..."

Wynne Ma

" My thickly cut tender yearling eye fillet was seared to a firm crust on its surface yet carved smoothly like pate under my knife. An elegant..."

Chompchomp

"Yummy+2, refined flavours with a solid show of finesse, and not to mention superb..."

Al' The Picky EAter

"I am glad the sons didn’t acquire a taste for oysters until they left home or it might have made quite a hole in the housekeeping budget. Along..."

PatInOz

"Lovely dinner. I've always enjoyed this restaurant, and had a very nice dinner here this week. The staff are very friendly and the food was..."

JackieO

"Love. The french staff are so friendly and informative! Our meals couldn't have been more delicious.Very happy over-all and would recommend to..."

LauPi

"Great service, great food, made our anniversary..."

Julija Zivanovic

"Hidden Gem. This restaurant has everything you want in a fine dining restaurant. Tasty food with beautiful presentation. Staff were very friendly and..."

NB

"Wonderful afternoon. My husband and I lunched for the Bastille celebrations at this restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious, the staff were..."

Sue.wind

"Really good. Really enjoyed my dinner at The French Brasserie. I had a steak that was well cooked and shared Escargot and Oysters which were all..."

Dijn Thorpe

"Tuesday menus for roast are worth it! Highly recommended! In particular, the pork roast night was a very good one. The waiter and the service were..."

Veronica Rodriguez

"Friday Night Walk In. Past it many times and finally walked in. Without a reservation we were welcomed with open arms (literally). Had a drink at the..."

Pepe Sierra

"My husband took me here for a surprise dinner for my birthday. It was a great night. Delicious barramundi and the Peach Melba had a French twist. I..."

Louise

"Unbeatable. The staff were very attentive, the food was outstanding. My husbands quite the "foody" and even he was absolutely amazed at how good his..."

Nichy

"I went to the French Brasserie with a group of 6 before going to see a film at the kino. The pre theatre menu was quite short but the food was..."

Miki Lodewyckx

"Great food, wine and service. I felt very welcome and looked after, will definitely return next time I am in town and feel like..."

N

"I went here last night for dinner and was blown away. The waiters were very attentive and the food was great. I commented on the improvement to the..."

Alfreda

"Found this place totally by accident and have been back three times as the food (and wine) quality is..."

Nicholas Dircks

"Like. Arrived at TFB by default after eliminating our usual suspect Flinders Lane trio with wait times 45min +But thoroughly enjoyed the..."

FantastischMsFox

"Excellent food - French onion soup the best I've eaten - main of fish & seafood stew very tasty too! Would certainly reccomend to..."

Fly On The Wall

"Real French food. One day me and my husband were walking down the Flinders Lane and I have accidentally noticed the French Brasserie. I really love..."

Beatrice76

"Fast Fresh and French. Had a nicoise salad of perfection this afternoon. Firm parboiled potatoes, baby berlotti beans, snappy green beans and tiny..."

Clemence Harvey

"Divine. Today I visited The French Brasserie for the first time and was extremely pleased with what I saw and ate! The interior was gorgeous with a..."

Ashleighd91

"Fantastic service. On a cold night in Melbourne we had ventured into Flinders lane to try another restaurant (Meatball - Walk In - 2 hour..."

Tim Nitschke

"Solid performer across the board. My wife and I have eaten at the French Brasserie twice, and really enjoyed it both times. Much better food and..."

James Fraser

"Had dinner last night. Attentive and happy staff. Memorable food and very generous...."

Always Hungry

"The lunch time set price is always a delight and changes often. The staff always greet you happily and helpfully. It is not your everyday lunch price..."

David J. Brien

"French fine-dining with surprise multi-course option. After being turned away from Chin Chin because there were no seats until 11pm on a Saturday, we..."

Superalice

"We came here for our anniversary and experienced amazing service, wine and food from a menu selected by the chef...."

Gary Wagner

"Classic French food. Had dinner last night at the French Brasserie with some girlfriends and I have to say we all thoroughly enjoyed our experience...."

Elle

"Bien. Last minute dinner booking was catered for. Sommelier's choice of wine matched well with our dishes. Staff were very..."

Chips_Dumplings

"Great steak frittes. Didn't so much like being charged for water..."

Brunswick Foodie

"Amazing. My boyfriend and I.... Amazing.My boyfriend and I went here to celebrate a special occasion and loved the whole..."

Rosie

"Lovely place. Excellent Food. Went there for lunch with the boys in the search of Cassoulet. The restaurant hides down a narrow lane off..."

Mike B

"Spectacular. Nicest dinner we have had in a long time. Awesome service, awesome food and an awesome wine list and some tasty French beer to try. Took..."

Simon Kitchenguy Beatson

"I am French and I used to have lunch in the french brasserie for a year in Melbourne . the food is just amazing and the express lunch too. in..."

Julien

"Every time I come here I am absolutely head overheals charmed by the staff and their cheeky ways. The food has never failed to be mouth watering and..."

Sagg

"Fantastic!!. Went to the French Brasserie last night and could not have been more impressed with the food, wine and service. Took the 5 course set..."

Coburg Diner

"A m a z I n g Food and des.... A m a z I n g Food and deserts are to die..."

Daniel Milanesos

"I went to the French brasserie last Saturday , and it was a splendid , the food is really good but what I enjoy is the atmosphere , Damien our waiter..."

Victor Persinette-gautrez

"Beautiful food. It is so pure and delicate. Good service and great wine :)Highly..."

Isabelle Le

"This place is a standout. Despite small oysters everything else was great. The steak tartare was perfectly seasoned. The beetroot salad with melted..."

Taste Bud

"Amazing dinner in a friendly atmosphere. I went to the French Brasserie last friday night with two friends and we had an amazing night!!The food..."

Jen

"Fabulous dinner experience. I went there for a colleague's farewell dinner about 2 weeks ago. The owner and staff are very friendly and nice. I had a..."

Vicky Chia

"New Favourite. This place is a winner! The ambience is fabulous, service a little cheeky but definitely friendly with a smile. Food was delish! We..."

Mandy Fung

"Melbourne's Best. The staff are amazing. They know how to make you feel welcome, nurtured and special but leave you alone. It's a craft the owner,..."

KellesBelles

"Fantastic meal. The service was great and the food was excellent, what more can you say, can't wait to go back..."

Paul

"A taste of France in Melbourne. I have been in Melbourne for 1 month with my french friends and we were looking for a place to remember our missing..."

Adrien

"Wholesome food and great value - would go back as an end of the working week treat. The minute steak with chips is fab and the lamb..."

Soumi

"Great staff and great food though be prepared to shell out some considerable dosh for a good meal. On this front, the only real negative was once I..."

NikkiDub

"I would say this is one of the best restaurant in Melbourne. I went there to have dinner with my brother and other friends that were visiting from..."

Mel

"Loved it. Came for a birthday dinner on a Tuesday night and enjoyed it immensely. We got there quite early and so had the benefit of some very..."

RM

"Really suprised (in a good way!). This was my 2nd work function at this restaurant and to be honest the 2nd time was a charm.On my 1st..."

Jessica Halliday

"Sensational. Everything was fantastic - we had the charcuterie plate, beef tartare and calamari for starters, followed by pork, lamb and cassoulet -..."

Sally Kuter

"Voila. Very French at every turn, the staff and owner (who clearly makes himself known which gives the diner some comfort that he is all over it),..."

Vireya Carlton

"Spectacular meal. The way food should taste. Service was attentive but not intrusive. A great place to celebrate life's..."

Airlie

"Great food, fantastic staff. We chanced upon this place tonight, and what a delight. Three kids in tow - the only in the restaurant - and we were..."

My Last Supper

"Excellent service. We came with 3 young children which the maitre'd was a natural with. Great traditional French..."

Gourmand

"Restaurant Express Lunch. I have never had French before, but I enjoyed my experience here. I went with 5 others for the Restaurant Express menu, so..."

Bec M

"Very Nice Place.... I went to the french brasserie one time for lunch, we ate ouside which was really nice. We got the charcuterie platter, just..."

Marion

"A la recherche d'un bon restaurant sur Melbourne, après avoir tourner pendant un bon moment dans une ville que je ne connaissait pas. Je trouve..."

Guillaume Miege

"Amazing Place. No comment, it was lovely..."

Antonia

"TRES BEL ENDROIT!!. La cuisine y est tres fine, le cadre tres sympa, et le service irréprochable!!tres bonne..."

Marine

"The French Brasserie Had.... The French Brasserie. Had dinner here last night (2 Oct 2010) and loved it. There will always be a place for classic..."

Grumpy Typewriter

"Great service amazing flavors. authentic French waitress and owner made us feel like super stars. Great French wine menu and although expensive food..."

Belinda North

"Great service and food, not bad coffee, for a restaurant..."

Coffeebeen

"Great casual french. I've been here on several occasions and enjoyed eating here every time. reasonable price, great service, ambient atmosphere,..."

Tony Funaki

"Itscaro. "The French Brasserie"May 07, 2010 - Likes it - I was by myself last night after a viewing of Lilly Chorney's magnificent paintings in..."

Itscaro

"Authentic French in many ways. Great service and the food was..."

Peter Nikoletatos

"Superb. A great place. Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Excellent French cuisine. I'm not normally a huge fan of French food, but this was a..."

James

"The French brasserie is a brilient restrant with a great vibe it is not evpensive and it is great food. I recomed it to most people that love..."

Sofia

"Amazing experience from start to finish, from the owner’s reception to the the service, the food, the atmosphere, the music, the wine, the venue, ..."

Danny Haddad

"As a massive fan of French cuisine I am super impressed on all levels of this experience. Food, Amazing - transported back to Paris, Service,..."

Steven Stewart

"Such a lovely, intimate space to have a date on. It’s a shame it’s tucked away and harder for walk-ins to notice. The staff were so friendly and..."

Stefanie Kane

"Date night goals! We celebrated our 10 year wedding anni here and it was amazing from start to finish. Outstanding service, tasty food and cocktails..."

Melbournelops

"Fabulous service and wonderful food from the start to finish! We love the duck and beef cheek. The snail is also good. Price is reasonable - we spent..."

Jing X

"It is a very pleasant experience with delightful dishes. The best thing here is the host and Staff are welcoming, friendly. Moreover, the restaurant..."

Y Nhu Doan

"My partner and I had dinner at the Brasserie last Friday night before attending Cinderella at the Regent and it was simply the best restaurant we've..."

Maddie Lawrence

Fine Gourmet Deli

"PLEASE BE AWARE - THIS IS A FAKE PAGE AND THE SCORE IS INCORRECT - THE REAL FINE GOURMET DELI has great Russian, Ukrainian and East European..."

Juli Ribeiro

"This is a fake business, the real FINE GOURMET SHOP doesn't look like this. They are very high scored and they have real DELI products.FAKE..."

Anne Marie Baker

The Deck Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

"A lovely little restaurant with views over the Yarra and Southbank, The Deck is a great spot for an afternoon glass of wine, some delicious brunch or..."

Morgs71

"This restaurant has a relaxing cozy ambience and the waiters are friendly. Nice to see complimentary bread which went so well with the olive oil..."

Food For Thought

"Great little place for a quick pre-show meal, or a leisurely one if you have the time. The eating area is quite open to the Southgate Shopping..."

Dumba

"Service and Food + View = awesome spot! Food was beautiful and flavoursome. Service was excellent, attentive, conversational! View..."

Ayme

"Discovered The Deck through the MFWF Express Lunch and we're so glad we did. My house smoked ocean trout was delicious and the special I chose was..."

Rose Mercer

"The food coming off the pass here is exceptional, and well worthy of your hard earned, but you'll need plenty of it. The Deck is anything but a cheap..."

Iceman

"Nice ambience. Staff great food good quality. Been a few times and is reliable. Had both the pre theatre n al carte menu - no variance on quality...."

Buon Gusto

"A pretty swish and trendy bar and cafe. I was welcomed and provided water, which was a good start. Just had a croissant and coffee this time, but..."

Andrew T

"First time diner, informative and attentive staff, had the 2 course $40 deal with wine, great value for the quality, salmon entree sensational, blue..."

Patrick

"We thoroughly enjoyed a 3 course meal here last night for our anniversary. We were seated outside with quite a spectacular view of the Yarra and city..."

Kate

"I have been to this cafe a few times mostly for business meets and the coffees are pretty good. It was once when I had the opportunity to have lamb..."

Food Expert Puru

"Great pre-theatre menu if you're at the Arts Centre for $40pp and a great view of the riverfront. I recommend the cured salmon entree and the chicken..."

Mish J

"I come here quite often for my coffee fix during work. Consistently good coffee, never been disappointed except once when the milk was too hot but..."

FoodHedonist

"Tried their express lunch a while ago @ $40 for two courses and a glass of wine or proesseco. Perfect for a slightly fancy lunch in a fabulous..."

Julycheee

"I came here for dinner last night with my boyfriend, and it was amazing. We had the 3 course set menu and couldn't find fault in any dish. We both..."

Olivia Slape

"This place is a hidden gem on Southbank. We went here on a recommendation from a friend and what a great place to eat. The service was 10/10 the food..."

Shoegirl

"Southgate Moveable Feasts are back this winter with a program of Sunday lunches and Monday dinners that take diners on a delicious journey across a..."

Gastrology

"Conveniently located right next door to Melbourne's Hamer Hall and Arts Centre, The Deck offers exquisitely prepared European and international..."

Gastrology

"Excellent. From the moment I dealt with Robert by email prior to booking our table of 12 and the function, to the time we left after an excellent..."

Deb

"Great night was had last Saturday. The food was fantastic Pork Belly, Seafood Linguine and Barramundi was had by all. We were all happy with our..."

Glenn Baker

"I have to say though, The Deck greatly exceeded my expectations overall. You know they’ve done well when my only serious complaint is that they..."

Amy W

"Enjoyable night out with family. After an initial hiccup (no booking recorded), we had a lovely meal with our daughters. We chose a 2/3 course set..."

Diner From Brunswick

"Out of the Way and Sensational. What a great little restaurant this was.Attended on Melbourne Cup 'long weekend' and hands down one of the best feeds..."

The Palmyra Foodie

"The Deck are to be congratulated on their professional and friendly service . They were kind enough to accept our breakfast booking of 20 after many..."

Mary

"I’ve always enjoyed The Deck at Southgate on a balmyMelbourne night. The Deck part of the restaurant looks over the river and city..."

JackieO

"SIMPLY AMAZING!. Just had hubby's work function at The Deck Southgate. The food is simply amazing! Great flavours and fantastic presentation. It's..."

Mari Sosa Mendoza

"Louisa and Robert The Deck. From the minute we entered the restaurant we knew we had made the right decision. The food was exquisite, the service..."

Alisonjsmith1

"Outstanding service and food!!! We were a group of 10 without a booking and they organized the best table outside with incredible..."

Bmoreno

"The food is only matched by their service. We love coming here. One of the best in the..."

Tim Lewis

"Delicious!!!. Their menu had a variety of quality dishes and was cooked to perfection and presented gorgeously.Staff were fantastic, super..."

Anacastro

"Always surprises to the upside. Without doubt the best restaurant in Southbank. Do not be misled by the layout (from the outside it doesn't seem to..."

Southbank Incider

"Great place pre show dinner. Great service and food! Ideal for a place to eat prior or post a show nearby. Our waiter understood and made sure we got..."

Jasbenn3

"We went here last night for a 'pre show' dinner which they cater for by offering a special of 3 courses and a glass of wine for $50, which was great..."

Belinda

"Thumbs Up for this one. What a great night this restaurant gave my small group. Delicious food attentive service a great night cannot recommend..."

Bill.freeman.au

"Great view, amazing service, amazing food and really reasonable prices for such a great restaurant/bar. Definately recomend this for anyone looking..."

S.J.

"Amazing food, tremendous service. Wine knowledge exceptional. Will be back, again and..."

Rory

"A favourite. For pre-show dinner or post-show supper at Southbank highly recommended. A compact, but varied menu choice with good service and a good..."

Urban.spoon

"Best service by far in all restaurants I've tried in the cbd. Good food and great staff. Five stars for service, food..."

Jammiii

"Excellent service from a very friendly and accommodating staff. It was, by far, the best customer service I've received making the whole dining..."

Rozelle Florentino

"Nice Place, Good Food, Liked It. Went here for lunch and had a lovely meal. The portions are on the small side, but enough to fill you up without you..."

Chantelle

"Strange location. Was a bit disappointed with the location- half the restaurant is exposed to the rest of the shopping mall and the other barely..."

Lauren53

"Satisfying dining experience. My husband and I went to the deck last night after having been to the previous location, where we had a fabulous..."

Food Enthusiast

"Beautiful dinner!. Had a wonderful experience on Saturday night. Small, intimate dining room, great waitstaff who were more than helpful &..."

Mike

"Great for pre-theatre dinner. Lovely food and professional attentive staff. Good..."

Queen Of Tarts

"Beautiful food and service in a great location near the Arts Centre. I can't believe I found a place that satisfies my fussy mother and..."

Daniani

"Sensational. Great view, great staff, great..."

Simon Baker

"Holy smokes! This joint is pretty much perfect! They have got the service down pat so well. Just smooth and professional... And the food was so well..."

Andrew Reed

"Perfect night !. Well I've got to say that "The Deck" certainly lived up to my expectations, with 5 kids we relish the chance to get out on our own..."

Kristen

"I had a great dining experience at this fine eatery. The food was exceptional, especially rainbow trout and blood orange soufle. It was a cosy,..."

Ezra Ormsby

"How so I start?? I love this restaurant!!! We come here at least twice a year for the past 6 yrs. Attentive service, great location, romantic..."

Chickiepeas

"Great surprise. We found this restaurant was the only one which could accept us on a busy Saturday night. It worked out to be a fantastic venue, with..."

Frog

"Great food and good value lunch deal but pity about the service. Unfriendly waiters can really spoil the..."

Sharyn Honey

"Little gem. We had a good meal at this restaurant last night (group of 10). This little gem certainly stands out from the crowd of over-priced and..."

Fran

"Consistently excellent!. I took my then-fiancée to the Deck for our anniversary last year and we were both impressed by the quality of both the food..."

SwisstralianFoodie

"Lovely. Even though the weather was a bit ordinary, the verandah was still nice with a see through canopy pulled down. The staff were very friendly..."

LibertySt

"Constantly Impressive. This place never disappoints. It's constantly fantastic. The staff are great the view is fantastic and the food is just great...."

Kat

"Seemingly stuffy on first impression, the Deck quickly warms into one of the most pleasant dining experiences.Impeccably attentive service..."

Ryan

"An amazing family night out, with food that was delicious, fresh, tasty, vibrant and served with a smile! Atmosphere was perfect! Beautiful summer..."

Cathy-Jane

"We were here for a pre-theatre meal. $45 for 2 courses and $55 for 3, with a glass of wine. My friend and I both chose the Tuna tartarte and the..."

Teresa Lam

"Great food great service, perfect for a pre show dinner. The ballet girls & I love..."

Jennifer McArdle

"Nice little spot to escape the hussle of South gate. Food is very much modern dining but the staff are friendly and welcoming. Good range of lunch..."

Daniel Martin

"We enjoy our time at the Deck. With family, pre-theatre or just the Wife and I the experiance is always pleasurable. The staff are friendly and..."

Simon Paragreen

"We had a lovely evening. Great service. Excellent food, we had the lamb shoulder. Absolutely delicious! Highly..."

Sharyn Newman

Saxe

"Dined here last night for my husbands 30th Birthday, we did the degustation with matching beverage pairing and loved it! Amazing food and wine and..."

Jamie Mills

"Fabulous Chef with enormous knowledge of his industry and who takes the time to meet and greet his guests individually.. Delicious variety of great..."

Karen Kouzas

"Great to see Chef and owner, Joe Grbac with his own restaurant where he can once again showcase his considerable talent. We sat downstairs to watch..."

Mark Stracey

"Amazing food and service. It has been a long time I have been so impressed and for such a good value..."

Lara Mollé

"Get in early this is going to be a busy room. Based on our soft opening experience expect beautifully crafted produce driven delights. Joe Grbac in..."

Neil Hargreaves

"Great with Gluten Free and you never miss out, whatever your dietary requirements. Leave the wine choices to the expert Sommelier and you will not be..."

Pauline Roleff

"What a brilliant dinner . Chef is super nice . Staff was funny and knowledgeable. We loved it..."

Eitan Doron

"Amazing food, great service, beautiful fit..."

Julie Corbett

"We were invited to Saxe for some beautifully plated fine dining. As in typically the case with this type of food the portions weren’t overly..."

Good Food Good Mood

"Located close to Adina Hotel on Queens Street, is this restaurant and bar run by Joe Grbac. It's a casual and intimate space and there are two levels..."

M3lissa____

"A sophisticated space in the middle of the city, Saxe is serving up modern Australian cuisine with flair and elegance. This two story restaurant has..."

Morgs71

"4.5. If you are after a unique dining experience, this place is a must try! The two-storey restaurant offers two different dining experiences - a..."

Some Bunee Loves Food

"We had a variety of dishes from the feed me chefs selection shared menu. We started our meal with potato flatbread with pancetta, mac & cheese..."

Eat_today_diet_tomorrow

"My partner and I had a feed me chefs selection shared menu which is perfect.Whist there were a number of highlights we started with a..."

Timinmelbourne

"This evening we enjoyed the 5 course share menu, a great couple of wines in this stylishly modern venue playing the sound track of our youth...."

Espy Eats

"Saxe has been on my go-to list and when one of the stooges’ birthday came up, I was in charge of scoping out a place we haven’t checked out...."

Linnie Eats All The Food

"A brilliant restaurant in the heart of the city. This chef hatted restaurant now offered a shared menu. A lovely wait staff guided us through the..."

Eatwithmyfoodsafari

"Fantastic service once we got to the restaurant. The MB9 wagyu rump was the standout dish for me, so tender and full of flavour. I will definitely be..."

Food For Thought

"Evolving with Melbourne’s ever-changing restaurant scene, Joe Grbac raises the bar with Saxe. The two-storey restaurant offers two different dining..."

Gastrology

"Came here as the menu looked great with many bold And interesting combinations.Recommend: cauliflower truffle croquette, kangaroo tartare..."

Ads Davies

"Food and service were both brilliant!!! The wait staff have a wonderful knowledge of the wine list also. My best friend and I thoroughly..."

Sabina Gruetzner

"4.5⭐To try:- the 5 course degustation, just the right amount of food and a lovely variety showcasing the chef's skillsIt..."

J.eats

"We ordered off the menu and enjoyed the food. Staff were attentive and friendly. The only dish I was unsure about was the pork belly. ..."

Ee-lyn Law

"Great unexpected fine on Elizabeth Street in the city centre. Modern European cuisine in a plush trendy setting. Staff here are definite foodies who..."

Freeo

"Exquisite that's Saxe, I attended a private function on 27 Nov, wine and food degustation, Tapannappa wines and Saxe food. The wine was excellent and..."

Warren Fraser

"Quality food, atmosphere and impressive winelist. Going back for another experience soon to try their degustation. Can’t wait to go back there and..."

Nancy Hua

"Beautiful food with exceptional lunch value of 3 courses for $55. Impeccable service. This place is deserving of its hat and would definitely..."

A Choong

"Incredible venue, absolutely beautiful with brilliant looking and tasty food. My girlfriends and I sat outside in the sun, indulged in a few G&Ts and..."

Lauren Neuro-Noopsie

"Came here for a business function and was pleasantly surprised by the amazing 7 course vego degustation menu created by the chef. For appetizers..."

VegoLover

"Thanks Joe for another amazing night out with great service and incredible food. Wine matching was great. See you again soon. Pete and the team at..."

Pete Gleeson

"A genuinely great emerging Melbourne restaurant. Had a lovely dinner with the family: service and food second to only the rare few. Great value..."

Joseph Griffiths

"We had the degustation which I quite enjoyed by my companion found had too many fish courses. I love seafood so was not faded but I did acknowledge..."

TriedNBested

"Amazing food and great atmosphere! Wait staff were attentive without being overbearing. Loved every dish I had and they have a great wine list!..."

Lindyplunkett

"Eating at Saxe was a superb experience. Staff were attentive and informative with a good knowledge of dishes provided. It was interesting hearing the..."

Lloyd Anderson

"My husband and I went to Saxe for a special birthday occasion after hearing great things. We were not disappointed. We went for the 5 course taster..."

Annette Laidler

"SAXEy as as get go! Beautiful fit out, brilliant food and fantastic hospitality, Saxe is not to be missed. Joe Grbac has been a staple in the..."

Mark Stracey

"3.5 Would I return? Sure, for a drink. Booked for a work event, we had the place to ourselves. Our menu choice therefore will have differed..."

DareToBeRead

"We went on quite a busy day and found it hard to attract staff’s attention, but in saying that, the food was excellent and the little additional..."

Munchkinmichie

"I came here for a birthday dinner with my partner and it was fantastic! We went for the 7-course degustation and it served an excellent variety of..."

Molly

"The holy triumvirate of delicious food, delectable wine and inch perfect service. One of the best meals I’ve had in years! Go the truffle rissoni..."

George Richards

"We went here for dinner for my partners birthday. The restaurant has beautiful decor and the perfect space between tables to have that intimate..."

Mint

"Me & my friend had dinner at Saxe few weeks ago , I actually quite like their dishes , I ordered the dish is called “ courgette flower,broad bean,..."

Sam

"This was one of the best chef’s menus I have ever had. Each course was an amazing balance of flavours and textures. I couldn’t fault anything..."

Sophie Smith

"Last Friday MIL and I headed off to Saxe for our now traditional 'pre-Christmas' Christmas. The upstairs dining room was packed, and all the food..."

Where Will We Eat

"Great addition to the city with all the right flashes of what Saint Crispin used to be before someone got greedy. Lovely fitout and great staff...."

Hung Dong Long

"Amazing food. Original, unpretentious using seasonal fresh ingredients. Friendly staff who knows exactly what is coming out of the kitchen and the..."

Nch_mel

"We decided to try this new gem this evening and opted for the degustation choice amongst the 4 of us. Each dish was perfectly prepared with the most..."

StyleS

"Had a wonderful dinner at Saxe. Had the chef’s selection and everything was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious! Staff were so..."

Karen Louise Nancarrow

"I had a beautiful meal at Saxe! I opted for the spanner crab, bass groper and cheesecake dessert and it was all delicious. The bass groper was cooked..."

Maria

"Amazing banquet menu, we go for the 5course with a truffle pasta added into the feast. My partner had the wine pairing and it’s awesome I hope I..."

Andrew Chong

"The food here was excellent. We had the degustation I think it was for 5 courses. Everything was delicious and they were very accommodating for our..."

Rini Bailey

"Can’t even begin to describe the experience! Such an amazing food, texture and tastes. Also the service, Paul recommended the best wine and made..."

Keyla Costa

"I had the slippery Jack mushroom gnocchi, delicate texture, definitely a full-bodied dish. The imperial mandarine dessert was so delicious that I had..."

Felicity Kao

"Having driven from Perth to Melbourne over three weeks, this was the best meal I have had. They took us in happily past their closing for a Christmas..."

britonabike

"Fantastic modern Aust menu @Saxemelb with Asian and French influences. Of course we prop ourselves at the bar. I was surprised to discover a..."

Lucy

"Superb Food, Incredible Service and Great Venue. Have the Mushroom Arancini. You won't be..."

Kerry F

Nichols Food And Wine

"had a fantastic evening here end of 2010. service and food and wine was excellent. bit out of my price range but was worth ut for an indulgent..."

Q Quis

"Absolutely divine. The food is ridiculously good, the pasta is perfect, the gnocchi was "argh, soooo..."

De Du

"wow!! Food is..."

Denver Perera

Grossi Florentino

88/100 (2477 ratings)

Accepts American Express

"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

Pascale Bar & Grill

Accepts American Express

Seating

Table Service

Valet Parking

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

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

El Rincon

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

French Saloon

Accepts American Express

"I've been here so many times. They always change their menus. Their entrees are bloody delicious. Highly recommend ordering beef tartare, garlic..."

Momojojo

"Always my favourite place to go, especially on a date with the loved one. The place will take you back to France and it’s very romantic and..."

CLABEL

"The dishes and service here was amazing! Definitely a lovely quaint place to take your partner. I absolutely loved their steak tartare and oysters!..."

Saygs_

"Tucked away in the busy Hardware lane, this hidden gem serves up amazing quality French dishes along with amazing service. It is absolutely an..."

Melbourne, Let’s Eat

"The french saloon is a discrete doorway tucked away between little bourke street and hardware lane. The dining hall has a classic but fresh feeling...."

Gursharan Chana

"What a great little bistro this is. I love that you can have a drink first at the Wine Bar and then move upstairs for a meal (or vice versa of..."

KnowingMelbourne

"Nice place which we found hard to fault going on our lunch stop here yesterday. We liked the space and we loved the very professional food and..."

Two Sheds

"French Saloon is an airy and light-filled bistro that is perched atop Kirk’s Wine Bar — exemplifying much of the casual chic vibe that you find..."

Sonia Nair

"Restricted menu, particularly mains, it’s steak and chicken. This is why I went and it delivered, steak and chicken were bloody delicious. Wine..."

Massivebird

"Monday evening dinner for three. Greeted warmly and seated quickly with drinks menus at hand. Orders quickly processed without a blink.Food..."

Magpie

"First time there with a girlfriend was very good so couldn't wait to come back again with my boyfriend to have the same again. Both times had..."

Suzie Wong

"The entrance to this place can be hard to miss. It's spacious and well-lit inside. The smoked tongue dish was great and was a decent size serving. We..."

MN-A

"Awesome french bistro, was packed and we didn't have a booking although they got us a spot on the balcony. It was warm and really had a great..."

Tal Thorne

"Had been meaning to try this place out for ages, finally came for my partners birthday & it did not disappoint! The beef tartare was perfect, the..."

Vincent La Posta

"What is French food?Is there any country more renowned for its food than France? French cuisine is arguably the most revered on earth –..."

Kate Grange

"Friday night and no plans except for a need to decompress from a busy work week. I found myself wandering around Hardware Lane and a quick enquiry at..."

Minda Barley

"It is not every day a collection of restaurants has such an impact on a diverse range of dining and drinking experiences. The European, City Wine..."

Ben Lee Kong

"I like the ambience of this quaint restaurant, bright, airy and romantic. The food was good, especially the salmon caviar, mussels with French fries,..."

Sneha Arora

"Another visit to French Saloon with friends who hadn’t been previously and really wanted to dine there. Needless to say, they were not..."

Foodinfocusz

"This place was absolutely delicious! The staff were lovely and food was great. We had quite a bit of food - from the spanner crab & avocado brioche,..."

Adi Grof

"Only stopped by for a wine - picked a table out on the terrace. The ambience in this place is beautiful, romantic with a buzz. I think I'll be back..."

Mad Lamb

"A pretty space upstairs and somewhat tucked away from the madness in hardware lane. French bistro food was all very delicious - can recommend the..."

Megan M

"I enjoyed the food and ambience at French Saloon so much I went twice within a week! The charcuterie platter was delicious and the steak for 2 was..."

Tina Tran

"Came here for dinner on Thursday night and we all thought is was great. The food was amazing, the wine list was extensive and the staff were friendly..."

Stu

"Amazing food. Wonderful ambiance. Fantastic service-not intrusive but attentive.... Don't take themselves too seriously... Staff are prepared to have..."

Gmac

"A well hidden gem! It took us a while to find the secret entry. The restaurant was light and fresh, with a bit a rustic decoration. Staff were..."

Jo Jo

"Recently received one hat on AGFG and definitely an up and rising modern French restaurant. Loved the cozy relaxed ambience on level 1 at the corner..."

J88

"This is a great alternative to the usual suspects (Strozzi, Syracuse, Grossi, Bistro Vue et al) for a business lunch that shows you're one of the..."

Yannick Noer

"Great venue that ticks the box for making you feel like you may just be in Paris. An assured and experienced operator who knows how to get things..."

Bob1972

"👍 Absolutely authentic flavours and highest quality👎 Unisex toilets - the doors nearly hit the toilet bowl😋 Would I visit again -..."

Moetfan

"I find myself on a Friday night, eating in a gorgeous little French restaurant in the worlds most liveable city, Melbourne. The French Saloon is the..."

DaniB @eatmystreet.net

"Gosh, how good is it here - so good! As a fan of Kirks (which is downstairs) I was keen to see what they had done with the charming upstairs room and..."

Sabine.Findlay

"“Fortunately enough for us, French Saloon was the only place available for an 8 person booking on a Friday evening to celebrate one of our best..."

Melbourne Food Baby

"I was taken to dinner here recently, and discovered this wonderful restaurant ! The terrace looked very inviting ( will have to try it next time )..."

Sally Wakefield

"Held my wife's 40th here last week. Incredible venue, incredible staff, incredible food. Need I say more? Tried downstairs at Kirks the next day for..."

Chew-bacca

"Dropped in here today to have a quick look (work nearby) and loved the space and the warm welcome from the team. Unlike the previous reviewer,..."

Lisa

"Chef Ian Curley is quoted in Broadsheet saying he wants French Saloon to be a place where people can come for anything from a beer to a three-course..."

Daniel Reeders

"Had a lovely time here for dinner. Service was attentive, helpful and friendly. Menu had a wide selection from French classics to contemporary..."

Tommy Chong

"Beautiful and charming restaurant in an upstairs space. Delicious artfully presented food, delicate flavors, and all around good. Very attentive..."

Charlie Margaritis

"Looking for a proper french cuisine? Here is the place. A warm welcome given by the greeter in a such pleasant dining area up on the first floor...."

Cindy C Rahardjo

"Food was delicious and in good portions. We had chicken and steak. There's lots of cheese with most things so be aware. Friendly and helpful..."

P.J. Frayne

"Hidden gem on Hardware Lane. No irritating hawkers on the street like the rest of the alleyway haunts of Melbourne. Service here is as attentive as..."

Charles Costello

"Chef’s menu was delicious- very reasonably priced and good service. Knowledgeable staff and lots of local produce (cheese & honeycomb) used which..."

Adeline Oliver

"Great food with a relaxed and friendly vibe. Delightful staff and an excellent drinks list. Burgers we're available after 10am but with the new menu..."

Graham Rodda

"Up a narrow stairwell off bustling hardware lane lies the hidden gem of the Melbourne food and wine scene. Rustic open warehouse reveals warm and..."

Darcy Maine

Gg Restaurant

"Outstanding! I've visited many of Melbourne's very best restaurants and GG's has become my absolute favourite. The food, service and atmosphere (and..."

Alex Russell

"I highly recommend this hidden gem which can be found opposite Fitzroy Gardens. A beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere, fantastic service..."

Fiona Garrivan

"Paul, Maranda and the staff of GG Restaurant you made Natalie’s 18th Birthday a night to remember. She loved her first cocktail, that she’ll..."

Antony Borgese

"The service was on que... Well done friendly staff. The meal was of high class very appetising beautifully cooked to perfection. Would recommend to..."

Gwen Thompson

"My mum and I went to GG's for dinner and it was amazing! We had the lamb shoulder and creme brûlée. Great atmosphere and had exceptional service..."

Em Barnes

"Beautiful atmosphere, great food and drinks, professional and friendly..."

Suzana Kotevska

"Good service and excellent food! I think for a restaurant which is pricey, they should have placemats or..."

Judith Dal Sasso

"Delicious! Lovely service, nice environment amazing food! Thank you. Well..."

Stuart Wright

"Delicious food ( we had the shared Sunday roast special, yum! ) & a few lychee/passion fruit cocktails!! The service was excellent! Can't wait until..."

Anthony Gersbach

"What an awesome venue and location, not to mention the fantastic food and service. I will definitely be recommending it to my couples wanting a funky..."

Amber Kennedy

"Sensational food and great staff. Would highly recommend this as a meal..."

Roscoe Grant

"GG's is exceptional, the service, the atmosphere but most of all the superb food- the smoked eggplant dip with pumpkin bread is divine!!! I have been..."

Lisa Haddon

"A large, group-friendly restaurant focused around wine and classic European inspired fare. Places like this don't usually have tons of vegetarian or..."

Quince And Cheese

"Had dinner here for the first time tonight. For dessert I had the special: hot chocolate cake. The menu listed four elements: the cake, raspberry,..."

Bill Neal

"My Key 3 Pointers• Why have horrible MCG food when this is on the way,• Fantastic for large groups and also has a function..."

MsConnoisseur

"Delicious share plates for a work function. Selected set menu was varied and everything was tasty! Completely unexpected but truly enjoyed it. There..."

Quackalackaa

"I've been a few times for work functions and found that the quality of the food really depended on which package had been chosen.They..."

Anh Nguyen

"What a local gem. Came here on a dimmi discount but would not hesitate to come back now that I'm familiar with the place. Unassuming, yet an inviting..."

Speccy

"Really enjoyed this fine dining experience. We were here to celebrate as a team and dine on food that was a bit fancier than what you get at your..."

JtotheG

"A spectacular array of very interesting and delicious foods. Not one was disappointing in the slightest. First class service and dining atmosphere. ..."

Nick X Thomson

"Try to come here on Sundays to their sunday roast.DELICIOUSMUST ALSO TRY THEIR SHARE PLATES INCLUDING:-fried end gnocchi -..."

Quynh Le

"Absolutely amazing!We had already decided on another restaurant to go to but changed our mind at the last minute so decided to go to GG..."

Darion

"What a comfortable space delivering well designed and flavoured food. The location alone with a view to some of Melbourne's beautiful..."

Christopher & Marian

"Came here for an event. Scallops for entre were pretty yummy - liked the deep fried cauliflower crumbs on top. Mains taste alright - nothing special...."

Syt

"The attention to service here was good and I throughly enjoyed the space The wine list had some good selections and the food was pretty..."

Kim Nguyen

"Superb service, ambience and delightful meals. Had a Porterhouse which was cooked to absolute perfection, which was preceded by some delightfully..."

FoodSnob101

"As a table of 8, celebrating birthdays, we enjoyed the most delicious food ever, wonderful service and great ambiance. Thank you GG Restaurant for..."

Michelle Haintz

"The service is out of this world and the meats are to die for. Great ambiance that is formal but not pretentious. GoodWine selection as well...."

Raphael Afonso

"Came across this on zomato after looking for a restaurant near the city. We had a range of their tapas, some pizza as well as the slow cooked lamb...."

Desisean

"Took a lovely lady for a date here on the strength of previous reviews. The vibe and ambience of the venue was perfect, nice and relaxed. Staff were..."

Simon Browne

"Window seat overlooking Fitzroy Gardens at dusk is a bonus. The restaurant is little upmarket without being pretentious. The lovely waiter: very..."

Helen Stearman

"What a sleek set up. The dark contemporary interiors and atmosphere present like super fine dining with a relaxed feel. Overlooking Fitzroy Gardens..."

Good Food Good Mood

"In brief, this is a wonderful dinner spot with attentive and thoughtful staff. I came here with work colleagues, and we soon realised the menu had..."

Sean Romero

"Pleasantly surprised! Such a great location and the food was good and well priced! Had the zucchini flowers (great) and gnocchi off cuts (too doughy..."

Gee

"Went here to celebrate my 30th birthday a few months back. The service was exceptional. Food was beautifully presented, delicious and very modern...."

Jj

"Beautiful decor, Fantastic place to host corporate lunch or dinner experience. Set menu was very well priced and very taste. Would r recommend..."

Jim Tzikas

"Elegantly styled. Clean and contemporary decor with dark hues.Superb location overlooking the Fitzroy garden.Go for the smaller dishes...."

The Epicurean

"Love this place. Perfect for bringing guests. I've been here many times but always forget to rate it on zomato! Shared dishes are the way to go in..."

Sweet Chilli

"I've been here for a private function in the bar area on a sunny Sunday. Drinks service was good. The food was a 2 course and I had the calamari for..."

Dina Kerr

"Came here for lunch on a Friday afternoon. The food here is certainly amazing in terms of flavour and presentation.I love the presentation of..."

Bon Bon

"This seemed to be the perfect restaurant for me and my sister to try, given its name is also our initials. From the docket, I learned that gg stands..."

Gaby Mora

"It was our second visit back to GG's. Service was great and our table looked on to the leafy green street of East Melbourne.The menu really..."

Sweetlikesugar

"Came here for a second time, food is still amazing, service was a bit strange (got asked if we wanted desserts 3 times) but still one of the best..."

David Tait

"Located across the expansive Fitzroy gardens, and underneath the very expensive 150 Clarendon St apartments, GG’s is perfect for the stereotypical..."

Melbourne Glutton

"GG's has fabulous food, wine and service. Perfect venue for after work drinks, share plates, or a three course dinner for a special occasion!..."

Pip M

"Absolutely delicious meal, right balance of price and value. The lamb on the rotisserie was fantastic, and that grain salad paired beautifully!! Love..."

Hummus

"Went here for a group dinner and loved it. Incredible food, great service and an awesome atmosphere. If you're staying at Pullman on the Park..."

Kat Dumont

"Very large menu with a spread of interesting and standard fare - from pizza and steaks to crab beignets and lambs brains. Lovely setting across the..."

C

"Love love love!! Beautiful decor and amazing menu. Portions are small so you should get sides and entrees. The service was also great and..."

Sara

"Came in hungry and came out happy! The service was excellent, the waitress was very accommodation and helpful. My lamb rotisserie was simply..."

Imelda Lijuwardi

"Without doubt one of the great dining experiences I have ever had. The menu reads amazing and the food is backed up. Lamb ribs and chicken wings both..."

Birdman

"Big fan! Great food and great service! Started with a bunch of starters which were all fantastic, followed by the ragu pasta which was perfect, and..."

Denny Patron

"Top notch express lunch, value for money, perfect service. Will be back for more! Highly recommend their lunch course.. Very tasty and generous..."

J88

"WOW!. You must be insane if you don't like GG.The food is excellent.Service - I can't praise their service enough. The wait staffs pay..."

Cynthia Lee

"Loved it! Wonderful service, good atmosphere. Wasn't overly crowded (6pm friday) so we could hear ourselves chat. Beautifully presented food. A great..."

JC

"High quality food!. GG's has many items on its menu that are simply amazing combination of flavours, I find myself constantly wanting to come back to..."

Ravvy

"Came here recently for my bday and was a little disappointed. The rotisserie meat was a little dry and didn't have heaps of favour. The food all came..."

Sandybee4444

"Have been here a couple of times and have loved it!! Fantastic service, great wines and fantastic share meals that mean we get to try more dishes!..."

Ljw

"Amazing. Great atmosphere, delicious food, the waiters all know exactly whats in the food (allergy wise) and will bring out a small plate of little..."

Bec Crothers

"Amazing food and excellent value. GG's is our new favourite restaurant. They set the bar SO high, everything here was perfect such beautiful food,..."

Celebrity Trainer

"Saturday night dinner for the family after the footy, in a word,...fabulous! We had attentive, friendly service and great food in a relaxed..."

Nibblesnbubbles

"Awesome. Went here with my family for my mums 60th Birthday and can not fault the restaurant. We had amazing food, great service and ambience, you're..."

Nathan Moorhouse

"Food was great, staff friendly and attentive. My first time at GG 's and look forward to going..."

Stuart Sutcliffe

"Awesome food service and location for food before going to the..."

Chris

"I have been to GG a couple of times now with friends and family and we just love it! The staff are friendly and knowledgable, it has a good wine list..."

Emily Thomas

"What an awesome start to Anzac Day at GG. A great wood fire pizza lunch with a cold crisp beer on tap before walking down to the MCG. Perfect..."

Anthony Ross

"First time at here for a friend's birthday dinner and it did not disappoint! We had a shared course menu between the 8 of us and suffice to say,..."

Aldatraz

"Had quinoa and lentil salad- one of the best I've had !! Very attentive staff and great atmosphere- can't fault..."

Rachel V

"Absolutely delicious meal tonight, from the tastiest nibbles (including delicious crab beignets, king prawn with lemongrass broth, Hervey Bay..."

Sophie Swann

"Wow what an amazing experience!! Food amazing with great variety. 4 course share platter was ample food with taste buds really getting a work over...."

Paul O'Brien

"Delicious!. Dined here on Sunday with my family (6 of us). The restaurant overlooks the beautiful Fitzroy Gardens and we were lucky to score a window..."

Sam Devitt

"Enjoyed a wonderful night New Year's Eve with amazing food, service and atmosphere. The five course degustation was accompanied with beautiful wine!..."

Kara Klapsinos

"What a great experience! Fi.... What a great experience!First time to GGs with interstate guests and they delivered in every way.Food..."

Anna

"Good night out. Food was great, service took a bit to warm up, but once it did it was great too. Mostly writing this review to highlight that the..."

Kate

"Facciamo italiano. Huge tradition of pizza n' beer on Sunday night and GG's does it with casual finesse and just enough room for..."

Cindychandler81

"Superb!. My second visit to GG's and equally as fabulous as my last time. The food is so beautiful, every mouthful full of interesting flavours,..."

Melinda.peters

"One for your Wishlist. Great service, eclectic menu, outstanding food - I highly recommend..."

LJDP

"Great find. We were going to a concert and were looking for a good reasonably priced restaurant in the area for an early dinner. We choose GG's based..."

Curly Sue

"Great food, atmosphere and staff. Had a great experience at GG's restaurant. We had a set dinner as part of a group booking and the food was..."

Emathiaswill

"Great function venue. Attending a friends surprise 30th birthday function at GG and was so impressed by the attention to detail and help in..."

Chathuri85

"This place is amazing! Luca was so accommodating and the drinks made our bad day so much better. Will definitely be coming..."

Melbfoodie

"Went for their tasting menu-loved them!!! Service is so good it's wrong not to tip the team :)Will..."

Foodie

"A Deiight. Food was excellent, light and with a great mix of flavours. Scallops, on special, we're melt in your mouth splendid.. Friendly service...."

GJK

"This restaurant is awesome. The ambience is great and a nice location near the MCG amongst others. The food is great. The snapper was my favourite..."

Sophie Paterson

"My colleagues and I were lucky enough to stumble upon this little treasure of a place & last Friday booked in to have their 2 course express lunch...."

Lola

"I attended an event in their function room. The room is large and can easily accommodate 50 people for a sit down dinner. The room has its own bar..."

Warren

"AMAZING food. But on the expensive side. Good for a celebration meal. Food is a work of..."

Liv D'

"Great food and ambience. Perfect for a group or am intimate meal. The wait staff were..."

Jo Presser

"Unique classy food. I was so hungry and ordered too much so it was a struggle to finish everything but we managed because the food was..."

Grace Sia

"Beautiful gnocci. Must get the carrot side dish cooked to perfection across all sizes. This is peanut desert. Leave..."

Lindsay Smith

"Had the company Christmas dinner there, great location. Free flow of alcohol though I don’t drink, others appear to be enjoying it thoroughly. Food..."

Junyan Tan

"I had a coffee here two weeks ago with a friend. We stayed for like 45min and had a good chat. Clean and cosy place. Nice service. From the guy that..."

Mihaela Pusca

Queen Caterina Pizza

87/100 (1086 ratings)

"Great serviceDelicious food(Takeaway due to restrictions)Definitely will return Would recommend..."

Wizzy

"Good traditional good food. Nice bases. I had the vegan option which was packed with yummy veg. Very light and tasty. My family enjoyed the meaty..."

Nemesia Shafaati

"Great little pizza place in East Melbourne. Delicious pizza, thin base and fresh toppings. Excellent friendly and fast service. Butchers BBQ cut hit..."

Antonio Carusso

"I’ve been meaning to write this for a while. Came here for a quick bite to eat and found the pizza to be great. Ford were the capricciosa and it..."

The Wandering Reviewer

"Went in for a pepperoni pizza on a Tuesday night when the large pizzas are cheap, the service was very quick and the staff were extremely nice and..."

Applejuice

"Amazing pizza, had high expectations and they met them. Would consider the half hour drive just to deliver some pizzas back home. Very affordable..."

Declan Nation

"Finally great authentic pizza in East Melbourne. Friendly guys, good service with a touch of italiano. tried the Ortolana pizza and the homemade..."

Robert Kitchingman

"Excellent mouth watering pizza! Very tasty & moist. Thin base. Good ingredients. Easy to eat. They taste authentic. Great choice. What more can you..."

Alan

"It’s been a great delicious, delight to welcome Queen Caterina to the neighbourhood. We’ve had a number of the pizza choices - crisp crust,..."

Michael Walsh

"This pizzeria in East Melbourne is the perfect spot for a delicious dinner. The garlic focaccia is phenomenal and the pizzas are filling yet fresh..."

Blake Riley

"The best pepperoni pizza I’ve had in a very long time. They use fresh ingredients and certainly don’t skimp on toppings. The dough is perfect -..."

Fitzroy Forager

"Came here on a Friday night and was lucky to get one of the free tables outside. Ordered a half Aussie/half originale, the toppings and presentation..."

S C

"Incredible pizza with very fresh flavours, and the staff were super helpful and friendly. Couldn’t eat at a nicer..."

Lauren Hancock

"Order took a little longer compared to what their app said. when I arrived it was still a further 10 minutes wait till ready - and I arrived when..."

Trevor

"Great pizza for local delivery in East Melbourne area. Have tried a few of the pizzas and all of the salads - favorites so far are the Aussie pizza..."

Peter W

Carlton Wine Room

87/100 (2145 ratings)

"The best restaurant in Carlton. Brilliant staff, great food and of course fantastic wine, spirits and cocktails. Even the beer is top notch..."

Chip Henriss

"The Carlton Wine Room is absolutely superb! The food is mouth-watering, the cocktails are divine, and most of all, the staff are friendly,..."

Ella Beckingsale

"A pre theatre quick visit. It had a super chilled atmosphere and all the staff were so welcoming on my first visit, especially Christian. I felt very..."

Anne Saloyedoff

"I was lucky enough to dine in the cellar at CWR. Absolutely love everything about this place, great atmosphere, super friendly and accommodating..."

Leah Nikolić

"Had the most amazing night.. staff, food, wine and venue the best I've been to... can't wait to come back.. makes me want to live in Carlton so I can..."

Karma Vassallo

"We love CWR. Fiona and her staff are all top notch. We feel special whenever we're there, whether it's a single drink or a great meal. Thanks and..."

Dee Henriss

"Had a brilliant night with friends, the pickled veges were divine. Kingfish and the chicken were superbly cooked add in the broccolini, it was..."

Warren Nibbs

"We booked the mezzanine level for our wedding reception on Saturday night, and it was perfect! The food was amazing, the room set up was fantastic,..."

Jane GMac

"Delicious food and amazing service. Did I mention the wine list? � Definite Melbourne favourite, ticks all the..."

Ann Kaddour

"Just had my birthday dinner, such amazing food and staff. Favourite place to eat out..."

Tristan Melle

"Long time favourite ticks every box - beautiful food - great ambience and..."

Dionne Lew

"I just loved this restaurant. The food is magnificent? The wine - just amazing and the service exceptional. Fiona is absolutely articulate in..."

Nina Batt

"Insta: melbfoodie_markYT: MelbFoodieMark** Check them out for more food reviews in Melbourne!-Had Sopressa Salami & Cheese board..."

Melbfoodie_mark

"Nothing to fault. The service was friendly and efficient. Lovely wine. Amazing food, both original and super flavoursome. - anchovy was..."

Nalia

"Amazing, they never disappoint here...."

Ramsey Azzi

"Hard to give Carlton Wine Room anything but a 5 with the exceptional food and service we received tonight as we dined in for a special birthday. I..."

Espy Eats

"I've been here twice with somewhat mixed reviews!First visit wasn't wowed and service was rather dismissive. This more recent trip was a..."

Dani R

"I wasn’t too excited to attend this place for a dinner with my love as the menu is not something I would typically go for but I thought I would..."

Spoonful Of Em

"Great food - beautiful wine and really knowledgeable and attentive staff. Good options for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. We were a mixed group..."

Aaditey Bains

"When I asked M where she wanted to go for lunch, The Carlton Wine Room was her immediate response. On the corner of Drummond and Farady Streets, it..."

Melbourne Lifestyle Blog

"Great food, great place, great service. We've ordered the anchovies, stracciatella, kingfish Crudo, leeks with smoked pirk and parmesan, and one of..."

Priscillia

"Went for Sunday lunch and it was just right - splendid sourdough, delicious dishes, superb..."

S And M

"From the moment we arrived the service was impeccable. Staff were attentive and informative. We will be..."

Nick The Greek

"I cannot fault this place. The intimate, cosy ambience; the patient staff that took the time to explain every dish and every wine your heart could..."

Food Comatose

"Been here couple the times, I will recommend more for getting the drinks, although the food was not bad, but is a bit overpriced for what it..."

FoodieInMel

"Great food, wine, service, building. They REALLY need to get a better music selection. 80s pop was annoying and not complementary to the..."

Nisha Feik

"This was a great place to catch up with friends for dinner. Great service but a casual yet professional atmosphere. The food was all excellent -..."

4chillies

"A fantastic wine bar with brilliant service. Really enjoyed my dining experience here. Enjoyed it so much that I came back a second time in the same..."

Miliadis21

"This is a seriously classy wine bar in Carlton, and is the perfect spot for an intimate date night. There is a moody and luxe ambience and beautiful..."

Morgs71

"Always amazing. Have been here a few times and I could not recommend it enough. Super knowledgeable staff, amazing food and wine. Highly recommend as..."

Jalena

"The Carlton Wine Room has been around a long time. But the recently revamped venue is quite a surprise. Simply, the food is amazingly good. If you..."

Srslyfoods

"I was recently surprised with dinner here for my birthday and was so impressed. The chicken and pork were both so succulent, and the stracciatella..."

AH

"As the name suggests, the wine list here is extensive and supported by expert sommeliers. My go-to order is the roast chicken which is the most..."

Catherine

"This was a great meal with some seriously confident cooking and clean flavours . Couldn’t fault any of the food with our particular favourites..."

Alex

"We had dinner here last night and the food was delicious! We could not fault a single dish - we had the oysters, the croquettes (so rich and..."

Tina Tran

"Absolutely loved the starters and entree’s. Stracciatella mushroom dish and Mussels were the highlight. Ragu pasta was so-so. Wine was clean and..."

Sue

"Delicious, sophisticated food and professional service. Between two we had the oysters, the kingfish crudo, the fried cauliflower, the mussel salad,..."

Kate Dougherty

"everything we ordered was excellent, especially the croquette, stracciatella & flounder.service was superb as welldefinitely will be back!..."

Jonathan Ong

"Excellent food. The croquettes are very nice. We also had the kingfish crudo and the bridge farm asparagus. The kingfish was great. The rum baba for..."

Tabi Ei

"Late lunch on Father’s Day with family and was impressed with food & staff. A snafu with booking was impressively handled by a drink at the..."

Ray Weeks

"The wine-food combination isn’t always done well. At the Carlton Wine Room it is. An excellent wine selection is a given and the wines by the glass..."

Andrew Shelton

"Booked a table for 4 for my friend’s birthday celebration at lunch. So impressed, this was my first visit here after the new management took over...."

Syahirah Halim

"Delicious dining experience. Beautifully cooked food that can be shared, lovely ambience and attentive wait staff. The perfect evening out with the..."

Jasmine Cruickshank

"Excellent and interesting food,excellent and knowledgeable service,both downstairs and upstairs have good vibe. Upstairs could get noisy if full but..."

Harrysingh Rawat

"Great venue! Dined in for a relaxing Sunday lunch and was not disappointed. Food was amazing with particular standouts being the duck & pork..."

@esjaysam

"Came here the other night for an impromptu birthday dinner and we were both very happy with everything.I had had a sneaky steak for a quiet..."

Melbourne Epicure

"Beautiful atmosphere, incredibly knowledgeable staff and innovative but wonderfully enjoyable cuisine.The perfect place for a romantic meal..."

Hannah

"Under new ownership as of Feb 2018 the new outfit and offering is simply stellar. I recently read on broadsheet it was one of the top new restaurant..."

Natasha

"Ill be honest, I was having a really bad night before we got to the restaurant since we had missed out on movie tickets at Nova, so I was close to..."

Anh Nguyen

"Popped in for a glass of wine with a group of friends. The decor was lovely. The place has been stylishly renovated. I had a French white. It was..."

Two Sheds

"A pretty and very quiet wine bar in Carlton. This place is perfect if you want to have a good conversation with people without the place being too..."

Caroline Beaney

"My wife and I dropped into Carlton Wine Room for cocktails and some light food at the start of our evening in Melbourne. The staff were very..."

Lindsay

"The Carlton Wine Room saved my evening! Rather than line up in the rain on Lygon st to show our out-of-town guests a classic Melbourne..."

Nic Hard

"Went for quick lunch. Coffee excellent with great service, though I was seated, then moved, in a largely empty restaurant. But no matter. The..."

Austar3411

"Great place to unwind, relax and drink good wine. The ambience and decor have a classic, simplistic feel which is very inviting. Stay for a few..."

Gursharan Chana

"Fantastic fit out. Someone spent serious coin on this place and it paid off. Staff are lovely and accommodating but a little green. For a venue with..."

Hung Dong Long

"I have been to the Carlton wine room previously but never for dinner. This time round, we came here for a walk function and a sit down meal. The..."

Mizpiggy

"Dinner here with a small group Monday night. Great ambience and setting. I enjoyed the mains- would recommend the gnocchi. Beef good, but not..."

Big Jono

"We were a little hesitant eating here, given the mixed reviews, but we had a very pleasant evening and would most definitely recommend this place for..."

M Hanney

"This place is fantastic. A group of us went after the Movies at the Nova. The owner was super lovely and made us feel so welcome. The food & wine was..."

Sienna Thompson

"This is a beautiful restaurant and place to have a wine and nibbles catch up. All of the dishes we ate were excellent and very reasonably priced. The..."

Melissa

"A few days ago we had a lovely dinner at the wine room. The food was very tasty, the portions were pretty small though but well presented and the..."

WALLFISH_

"Wow! My boyfriend and I accidentally stumbled across this place on a cold, rainy Saturday night, worried we would be turned away for not having a..."

N

"Lovely place, great food and wine list - obviously! Booked a room there for a birthday a while ago and service was perfect. Great for a romantic..."

Li-La

"My wife and I were recommended to try this place and we weren't disappointed! We were seated near the bar but still far enough away to feel like we..."

Pub Grub Expert

"Had dinner with two girlfriends and couldn't fault the food or service one bit. Was a thoroughly enjoyable dinning experience. Looking forward to..."

Anita

"Arranged a family get together for my partner's birthday dinner at Carlton Wine Room and had the chef's suggestion menu. Can't fault the place -..."

Ms.Foodie

"Great drop in for a light meal and some wine, and could even do worse dropping in for a full meal. While the seating upstairs is good, my money is..."

C

"The staff here really know what they're talking about and can make some excellent wine suggestions. Oyster happy hour $1 each. Who can say no to..."

Lisa Farrell

"Exquisite attention to detail by our server. The purpose of our visit on a Monday night was for wine and nibbles. Small bites quite highly..."

Looking For The Perfect Bite

"Had a work function last night. Service and food was excellent. Very knowledgeable staff and very willing to help. We were taken to our private room..."

Henri

"We were a group of 18 friends celebrating a 50th birthday - what a fantastic night! Connie (part-owner) could not have been more helpful or patient..."

Fiona

"As I walked into The Carlton Wine Room so the experience begun. Beautiful ambiance, impeccable service and extraordinary food. Thank you for a..."

Justine Bessell

"The complete experience of food meets wine.. The Carlton wine room Wow! once again in Melbourne. One of the main reasons for visiting from Perth...."

Hilary.sargent

"Such a fantastic night out - we have visited several times and never been disappointed. Amazing food, expert wine matches and impeccable service...."

Merryn

"Discovering Italian Wines a Melbourne Food and Wine Festival Event. I would like to congratulate The Carlton Wine Room for putting on such a..."

Markc

"DISCOVERING ITALIAN WINES WHAT A WINNER. From the moment we walked in the door and were handed our first glass of wine, I knew I was in for a dining..."

Giacchi.group

"Oh what a night!! My husband & I attended an event at the Carlton Wine Room for MFWF on wed 4th March. The night started off with an amazing glass of..."

Face FX

"Several diverse wines are offered not only by the glass, but by the half glass, providing an opportunity to have a Champagne toast, and three other..."

Ben Lee Kong

"When I say 'The Carlton Wine Room' I always have a little swoon in my voice. I lived in Fitzroy when the gorgeous building that houses it, showed..."

Champagne And Chips

" The Carlton Wine Rooms do functions, big or small. I found myself wondering what big events I could hold just to enjoy the experience again...."

Mary Ryan

"Just fabulous can't fault it was perfect I see why it's rated so..."

Food 2 Run

"I'm am constantly amazed at how some reviewers expect waiting staff to read minds. If you want a drink...ask....if you want food....ask! I had dinner..."

Jkhan22

"Seamless service. Dined solo on a Friday night and received excellent, flawless service from everybody.. it was absolutely seamless. The best service..."

Stewie

"Loved it. Great friendly and informative service, delicious food. I had the duck and my companion had the fish. We were both very happy with our..."

JD

"Really good food and service.. Dropped in for a quick bite before the cinema. The waiter was really helpful and arranged for our meals to be served..."

Eatright

"A wonderful experience for all of the senses. Great atmosphere. Welcoming host. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Wonderful food and a superb wine..."

Carolyn

"Tried all 3 desserts at the Carlton Wine room Friday night. All I can say is OMG well done to the Chef and his execution absolutely..."

Beti

"We walked in with no booking and despite being full with a very busy vibe we were met with smiles and assistance - very friendly staff that made us..."

Joe Galvez

"Great place, loved it. Wow. What a dinner! Carlton Wine Room really turned it on for us on Friday night, providing us with one of the best meals..."

Ben

"Nice Find round the corner. This place is a ripper little fair priced wine bar with interesting Euro product. Been back there for same again & a meal..."

Franciscastle

"Fantastic restaurant - service, food, wine - great night. We don’t usually write online reviews but felt it necessary due to the fantastic night we..."

Biondisarah

"Perfect wedding venue!!. We recently organized our wedding at the Carlton Wine room for a party of 60, and couldn’t have been happier with how it..."

Stuart.e

"Had a birthday celebration at the Cellar and the courses were excellent with attentive service. Thanks to Jay for being hospitable and ensuring the..."

Ally

"Not just wine. Food was excellent, especially the Venison carpaccio (!) and John Dory. Service was good. Their wine recommendations to go with our..."

Chips_Dumplings

"Great dinner and service!! Had a 500g ribeye, juicy and tender. My partner had the goat and said it was divine. Nice wine list too. Will definitely..."

Julz

"Yay wine. They pour amarone ! run !service is mega friendly plus good cheese selection. love it..."

Human Super

"High Expectations. After reading the large number of positive reviews and forums, my girlfriend and I arrived at The Carlton Wine Room last Saturday..."

AJ

"WOW!-Possibly the best dinner out we've ever had!! Was our wedding anniversary-service was really good, very friendly, helpful in explaining things..."

Luke

"Without a doubt my favourite higher end Melbourne restaurant. So wonderful to encounter a place that isn't afraid of strong flavours. Great wines,..."

C Hunter

"Very memorable!. Went with 5 friends last Saturday night to celebrate my husband's birthday. We all enjoyed beautiful food and wine as well as great..."

LB

"Just what Carlton Needs. Hopefully this is a good sign of things to come for what is a tacky Lygon Street precinct. Great food and serious wine. Well..."

Nick

"This place has it all. Great food, service and staff. The host literally built it from the ground up so he's passionate about taking care of every..."

Meredith

"Hits a sweet spot. Stylish, interesting dining and drinking in an accessible location, with prices that won't make your nose bleed and a wine list..."

Richard J

"Loved it, great food, friendly helpful service - lovely atmosphere. Will definitely be back next time we're in..."

Donna Corker

"Had the Just Feed Me - three courses. Fabulous. Wines served by the half glass to match the food. Totally awesome. Thoroughly enjoyed not having to..."

GabHope

"Lovely private room downstairs. Great..."

Lovesgoodfood

"YES!. The wine, food and service at this place are..."

The Hungry Croat

"Excellent. A comfy local flavour, excellent service, and excellent food, plus what else? A decent wine list with some fine modest drops in the $50~60..."

BBG

"Excellent all round. Waiters were very attentive and friendly. Food was very tasty! Look forward to going back, well done..."

Pina

"What a fabulous place!. I was reading through my old gourmet travellers and found a great review of this wine bar/restaurant. So, when I took my..."

Lou

"Awesome. Highly recommend to get there during Winter, it has that lovely home feel inside and the food is exactly what you feel like on a wintery..."

Chris Fraser

"Carlton Wine Room - Terriffic!. Went to the CWR this week - new winter menu is on - it was just as good as when I was there last! Food was fantastic..."

Maragiovannetti

"Carlton Wine Room. We popped in for a glass of wine and some lunch, and we were very happy we did! Excellent service and delicious food (although..."

The Stick Review

"Looooove TCWR.... Great place, food and atmosphere. Well done guys keep up the good..."

B La Spina

"Birthday Dinner. 6 of us had a range of taster plates and wine. food and wine were excellent. the staff are outstanding. great decor. highly..."

Stm96

"Consistently great. Went to CWR last week for a birthday celebration - as always, really nice. The food is fantastic, but it's the service that..."

Mendoza

"The perfect evening!. I hosted a Christmas dinner for 14 people here and Michael and his team were absolutely spot on with everything. They put us in..."

Dharpan

"Had my offices Christmas Dinner here and could not speak more highly of this place. The food exceeded my every expectation. Service was attentive..."

Row

"Really great food, good staff, I ll be..."

Graham

"Porter-NOM. Feeling anemic, I went for the 'share' plate of the porterhouse, beef cheek, sauteed beans, toasted flaked almonds and spinach puree...."

Shaft

"I loved the Carlton wine room and have been back twice since! Food, service and Wine love love..."

Muriel Bird

"Gorgeous place, great food & wine. My mate & I had seen a movie at the Nova & felt like a bite afterwards - DOC looked busy so we went into the..."

Jonathan Bray

"Although the profit margins pay for the location, value is found with the semi formal service of the friendly waiters and well thought out selection...."

David Cooper

"Getting shared food right.. We had a great meal at the Carlton Wine Room. Sat upstairs on a Saturday night in one of the booths. Tried 7 dishes plus..."

RobG

"The private function area for 12 downstairs in the cellar is just..."

Eddie

"A great find. Great food,lovely ambience and good service! The confit pork belly melts in your mouth, the duck cannelloni with mushrooms was a burst..."

Katie

"Second times a charm. This was the second time visiting the wine room, we ate there last night (Friday evening) and it was more fabulous than the..."

R_higgins

"Twice in one week. Relaxed friendly knowledgable staff are very rare for a place like this but the boys here are ace and very easy on the eye..."

Deeciduous

"Nice place. Went Tuesday a week or two ago, got a nice table for 2, staff were very knowledgeable , Italian heavy wine list is good, had a nice..."

Don

The Third Place Restaurant And Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

"Everything was impeccable! The interior was nice, rustic, clean and unique and the service was just WOW!! I don't think I have been at a restaurant..."

Ket

"Wow where do I start ? I am so impressed with the food I ordered, the friendly staff,chef, new owners.... the flavours are definitely spot..."

MizzCrazy Soad WootWoot

"What a great find! We were in the vicinity and wanted somewhere for a casual Sunday lunch with our two kids. The Third Place cafe was perfect...."

Gabrielle Marchetti

"Located in a beautiful old blue stone homestead, this is a gorgeous little cafe that has a lot to offer in the middle of nowhere. Fantastic food,..."

MrsBombastic

"What a great little place! Just walking through the door made me hungry smelling the great woodfired food being prepared! Lovely coffee too.Flat..."

Cameron Hill

"This is our favorite local stop for breakfast. The food is delish, heaps of flavour & eggs always cooked perfectly. And we can not get enough of the..."

M Mascio

"I went to this restaurant tonight, which was a long way from home lolBut I went with a group and the food was really really surprisingly..."

Timinmelbourne

"If the Swine is to be Frank for a moment, Third Place Cafe is in the middle of nowhere!! Yes Wollert is exactly there - in the middle of nowhere. The..."

The Swine

"Amazing.. Not much more to add, love the food, love the staff, always friendly and welcoming.. Food is full of flavour, love this place, can not..."

Gee

"Cafe is in a really nice area with good interior. The food was also really nice and service was good! Would go back, was a good find! I had the..."

C

"Great Breakfast Menu, all our 3 breakfasts were beautifully presented and very nice indeed, those spinach sour dough balls were great, will..."

Kat 7

"Absolutely first class cuisine. Great service, good ambience, comfortable temperature. Local talent playing beautiful Jazz standards was just so..."

Olga Calella

"Another great local find. Woodfire pizza is excellent, and up there as one of my favs. Mains that we tried were good, using seasonal ingredients...."

Luv_to_eat

"Very pretty setting - cosy indoors with an open fire crackling away! An outdoor area for Summer. Coffee was excellent and food was very good. Service..."

Retailcompetitions

"Thank you Sam. My birthday function today was excellent and all of my family (17) also agreed. I can also say that you service and that..."

Tony Sammassimo

"Amazing food and coffee! I get a coffee almost everyday from 3rd place! You must try the smoked lamb shanks!! 😃 The pizza and breakfast are a must..."

Alex Hansen

"A fantastic atmosphere... love the food, where you'll get food options that you won't find elsewhere. Strongly recommend chicken Maryland. Overall a..."

Nabil Latif

"Lunched here today and had the best Smoked Shanks ever.So full of flavour meat just fell of the bone.Delicious.Service great and..."

Pat Paterson

"We caught up with friends who sugested 3rd Place as it was close by . having read the reviews went there expecting the worst. This restaurant is an..."

Rose Cardamone

"Amazing..."

Chicco66

"Fresh, home cooked, all that good stuff… my meal was great, and I would love to try their other pastas too. Servings on the smaller size..."

Smikg Needs Coffee

"Roast Lamb. Slow Roast Fore Quarter..."

Samir

"Great little Cafe in Epping!. Great little Cafe! Loved the nutella pizza and coffee is great! Highly..."

Zeina Hamad

"Great little cafe! Who would have thought just out of Epping! Great steak, yummy pasta and friendly service! Would definitely..."

Renee

"What a great find in wollert/epping! wood fire pizza was delicious & the meals were fresh & tasty. Desserts were divine!! Especially the Italian..."

Kelso

"Wonderful authentic Italian food. Lovely Tiramisu and always has decaf coffee! Enjoyed the open fire and friendly service, great pasta and glass of..."

Ewertwards

"Wow wow wow. Little hidden Italian gem!!!!! Well done service and food absolutely spot..."

Giuseppe Da Sila

"Coffee bad, food good. Terrible coffee which is disappointing. Definitely need to invest in a barista to be at the restaurant at all service time...."

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"I had lunch with a friend and thought it was lovely. The waiter was attentive and quickly brought a freshly baked biscuit for little miss 4. I..."

Coffee Cup

"Had the most delightful lunch today! Beautiful ricotta, spinach and sage dumplings followed by an amazing coffee and fantastic Tiramisu. Dumplings..."

Ange

"Went there for dinner last night and have been a few times before for lunch, high quality food, good service, pride is fair for a local legitimate..."

Paul Jones

"Loved the ravioli napolitana that chef whipped up for me, was the best I've ever had, keep up the good..."

Marisa

"Food was fantastic, service was great, nice relaxed atmosphere, defiantly will be back!..."

Nicholas Christie

"The Third Place took fantastic care of our table of seven including my fussy nan and password. The salmon pizza and spaghetti vongole (fresh home..."

Alice Yeah

"Amazing Service, Amazing food!! Great coffee!! Good price and atmosphere!! Can't wait to go..."

Alex Jon Hansen

"What a great place for a Sunday..."

Sav

"Great discovery!. Seven of us tried it for dinner last night. Beautiful food and great service. Lovely ambiance. There was a delay with some dishes..."

Sylv

"Finally a cafe in Epping / Wollert has opened up with Melbourne quality made coffee! We no longer have to travel into the city to just enjoy a coffee..."

Ness1010

"Best cafe in the north? I think so! I had the Bircher muesli which was full of fresh and flavourful seasonal fruit accompanied with beautiful yogurt..."

Almeida

"Suggest you support The Third Place - this is the level and quality I experience in Melbourne CBD daily - very good coffee (5 Seeds using Synesso..."

LloydB

"Great new cafe. Food coffee staff cannot fault good portions flavoursome food and decentlly priced. venue itself mixes old and new in a stylish way,..."

Foodfettish

"Excellent coffee, food was really good. Great to have a local cafe.. Definitely recommend visiting this..."

CandyCane

"The coffee!. Wowee - who would have expected to find such great coffee so far north? Synesso machine and 5 Senses beans means a latte as good as..."

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