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Pentolina
94/100 (1157 ratings)
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"Can't rate this place highly enough. Heavenly, good portions of pasta with wonderful flavour, and friendly, attentive staff. Will be back to try..."
Casey Lodge
"With so many things to try from the menu I went for the Fettuccine Pentolina with the king prawns and scallops and was not disappointed - beautiful..."
Sarah Black
"Beautiful dinner - great staff, wine list and atmosphere, fabulous pasta ...put it on your..."
Kate Duggan
"A bit of Italy in Melbourne. Excellent food, friendly staff, an authentic..."
Kristof Mikes-Liu
"Best pasta outside of Italy! Great service and atmosphere, lovely little bar, cosy, great drinks menu, yummy desserts, can't wait to come back!!..."
Brendan Roy
"My new favourite pasta bar. The spaghetti alle vongole was seriously one of the best I've had in Melbourne - generous serving of clams, and..."
Danny Teo
"Delicious fresh pasta and calamari. We had the pork belly carbonara with home made spaghetti. Delicate flavours and texture. We will be back..."
Kym Tsavdaridis
"Delicious pasta, friendly staff, great service! Will definitely be back soon..."
Sian Supski
"Delicious pasta bar and fabulous..."
Mays Miyamoto
"Great fresh old school food with a twist and fresh pasta made in house..."
Joe Uva
"We walked in off street and found this gem of a place. Staff very friendly and food was delicious. I had the gnocchetti and Mrs the wholemeal..."
Dumpling Hunter NZ
"Had the rabbit pappadelle - absolutely loved it. Lovely wines too. Will..."
Alana Moore
"I had the rabbit pappardello. Absolutely loved it! The staff as quite humble and very friendly. Will surely be..."
Alley Mansour
"Very speedy service, with an appropriate amount of wait time between each dish. Staff were absolutely lovely and explained all the specials of the..."
Angela Fan
"Went here to celebrate my mums promotion with the family and we had the best time. The zucchini flowers, carpaccio and burrata are incredible. My mum..."
Georgia
"Pentolina has a buzz; wherever you sit, you’re close to the kitchen and the action. Not too noisy and professional, warm service throughout the..."
Jdnosewine
"Love this place! From the decor to the long bar bench to the open kitchen to the amazing pasta to the incredibly open staff. Yay! Found a new pasta..."
Fatcat
"Beautifully polite service and a pasta that's cooked Al dente, it's almost too easy to miss this little lane way gem. We has the skinny chef's menu..."
Green Bay Tree
"A family owned restaurant with fresh pasta made on-site, we were curious to try here since the owner worked at Pellegrini's.My Fusili with..."
J0yy173
"I enjoyed the ambiance and all the food we ordered except the STROZZAPPETI. Probably it was cooked in the right way, just I felt the “strangled..."
Chenyi Chi
"I've now eaten here 4 times and each time there is a new dish for me to experience. I'm absolutely in love with the fresh pastas and the share..."
Evesygal
"We loved tasting our way through the restaurant's “Fat Chef’s Choice” degustation which features highlights from head chef Gabriele..."
Gastrology
"Have had two delicious meals here, both with large groups of 6+ people. The zucchini flowers are delish, as are the pasta dishes. Great venue for a..."
Rachael D
"Came here with a few friends for lunch on a weekday; This place has the most amazing customer service, the staff here definitely went above and..."
Cadence Ng
"You can’t be everything to everyone so be yourself and you will attract the right people. Pentolina does rustic authentic home style Italian so..."
TheBearReview
"Between my first and second time it was close to one year and Pentolina was just as great this time. Very tasty fresh pasta, great service and..."
Mav
"Nice selection of pasta, squid ink was perfectly balanced and ala dente. Octopus was nice and soft. The negronis are delicious and they have a few to..."
Quinton Matepi
"The place had a nice feel of a busy Italian restaurant. There were quite a lot of bar counter seats and aome tables. The menu was small with a good..."
AC
"Had some of the best pasta I have had outside Italy here the other night. We had the chef's feed me menu and it included everything from the menu..."
Georgia Marett
"Woke up feeling like a hearty bowl of pasta, came to pentolina but couldn’t quite find anything on the menu to satiate my craving - requested for..."
G Wan Ng
"Small intimate restaurant serving fresh pasta with fresh ingredients. The service is great and quick. Portion is on the smaller side though. The..."
Debby
"Really enjoyed my visit to Pentolina. Lots of stool seating so a good location for single and couple dining. You must order an Aperol spritz. Mixed..."
MelbourneMiss
"Awesome pasta bar, with super friendly staff who make you feel so welcome. You can tell a lot of love has been invested in the restaurant, which is..."
Custardbun
"I’m always very impressed by the food and service here. This place has the most awesome pasta dishes. I have tried the carbonara and cacio e pepe...."
Hungry Big Potato Bear
"We went to Pentolina for dinner, and ordered arancini and zucchini flower for entree, fettuccine with shrimp and lasagna for main and tiramisu and..."
Ali Moghimi
"Pentolina is located at a quiet lane on lt Collins. It’s filled with industrial deco. Food was extremely nice. Service was awesome! Definitely will..."
Ivy Shen
"Spaghetti bolognese isn’t hard to get wrong but the one I had here took it to another lip-smacking level. Wonderfully rich depth of flavour. Dare I..."
Moose
"Their feed me menu for $60 here is a MUST TRY: 12 delicious dishes and a very happy tummy! The squid ink and Mille fiulle specials were..."
Melb Food Baby
"Very tasty pasta made fresh and flavourful, had their truffle fettuccine and bolognese with wine and cocktails. Caprese salad, arancini and olives as..."
Mi55Bee
"New-ish pasta bar with a warm and inviting atmosphere and friendly staff who are happy to cater for little ones.We ordered arancini, the..."
Foodme
"Pentolina is a small Italian trattoria just off Little Collins Street that specialises in simple Italian food done well. The quality of the..."
The City Lane
"Yumo, this newish Italian joint is just across from Trattoria Emilia! But no need for fisty-cuffs guys, there are enough patrons in this area for..."
Sophie S
"An ambient place where you'd want to take your work colleagues outside of work hours.Ordered:Conchiglie Salsiccia: pork + fennel..."
Jasmine
"Friendly staff and really good food - asked for more bread simply cos it was so nice.  I will say the portion size was only just there .. another..."
Ilikefood
"What a lovely experience! We dined here earlier this evening, a great spot for a mid-week date night. The restaurant has a homely feel to it and all..."
Alicia
"newly opened in the city, Pentolina should definitely be on your “to try” list, if you haven’t already! Fresh and authentic italian food served..."
@twogoodtoresist
"Very authentic Italian food at Pentolina. Finally cheap Italian food in the CBD where you are not paying $30 plus for a pasta dish.Very busy place so..."
Caroline Beaney
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: I loved the interior of this place - it’s minimalist but still has character as it’s hidden off Little Collins...."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Who doesn’t love fresh pasta? Whether it’s long, short, flat, curly or filled, each mouthful equals happiness. Pentolina has recently opened up..."
Olive Sundays
"Amazing experience for my Friday night dinner. Perfect customer service made feel so comfortable. Recommending seafood pasta for everyone! Definitely..."
Helen Xie
"I’ve heard friends rave about the fresh pasta from pentolina and finally got to try last week! Everything was cooked to perfection and I definitely..."
Daisy Never Too Sweet
"Fabulous newcomer to Little Collins Street. Fresh home made pasta, wonderful service and a bustling lunchtime crowd. The Suppli were golden, crispy..."
BellaItalia
"Visited Pentolina after reading about this new restaurant in The Age. I have it as a guess that this place is going to quickly get the reputation as..."
Moetfan
"Came here for to celebrate mine and my partner’s anniversary. Everything was perfect from the minute we sat down. Ordered the red wine on tap which..."
Bhender92
"Wonderful newcomer to the CBD whose freshly cooked pasta is delicious and at a very reasonable price. My favourite was the carbonara - so perfect, I..."
Charlotte R
"Got the tap Sangiovese and the fettuccine carbonara. Wine was good and pasta was great. Service was prompt and friendly. Loved the bread and butter..."
Saloni Gandhi
"Delicious freshly made pasta, the mushroom truffle pasta and the seafood marinara were both simple but full of flavour. The Pinogris on tap was also..."
Isabelle Taylor
"Pentolina is a great new find in Melbourne. I loved the suppli with that distinct flavour of saffron and the fresh pasta with a generous serve of..."
MCR
"My new favourite pasta bar.  The spaghetti alle vongole was seriously one of the best I've had in Melbourne - generous serving of clams, and..."
Danny Teo
"So happy I found this place, and I work so close I can't believe I never noticed it either.Hits the pasta spot and the friendly and super..."
Pax
"This place is outstanding. The fresh pasta dish I had was absolutely delicious. The quality of the ingredients used was obvious from the first night...."
James Bullock
"Fresh pasta and beautiful sauces. I had the pork and fennel and a bit of Bolognese. The Italian lager on tap is great. Recommend if you need a quick..."
Scot
"We thoroughly enjoyed our experience here. We chose the four dish feed me option and the food was really lovely. Quality and presentation was..."
Two Sheds
"We went on a trip to Melbourne and wanted to have high quality Italian. We came here because we saw such good reviews about how it was like the best..."
Jiamin Guo
"This restaurant has a nice atmosphere. The staff know the menu, are polite and ensure your glass is always full! The menu is small, but what we..."
Jonnie W
"Every single dish was absolute perfection and the service was top notch. Pentolina now falls within my top 5 dining experiences in Melbourne. The..."
Leenathelawyer
"Pentolina - a favourite Italian restaurant that never disappoints. The food and wine menu is outstanding. We choose from the à la carte menu this..."
Michelle Arundel
"My partner and I were looking for a new Italian restaurant to try, and we're so happy we went to Pentolina! The food was delicious, the drinks..."
Rin Lauretta
Pastuso
92/100 (2083 ratings)
Restaurants
South American
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Peruvian
Gluten Free Options
Peruvian
Vegetarian Friendly
Latin
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
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Salad
Croquettes
Chili
Tres Leches
Calamari
Cakes
Tuna
Calamares
Lamb
Salmon
Fish
Pork
Swordfish
Ribs
Octopus
Beef
Chicken Wings
Ceviche
Meringue
Sit down
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"More bang for tour buck...It's all a good, but at $110.00/personPlus$220.00 ruinart chenic de blancYou want..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"The food was super delicious and packed with flavour. I loved every course particularly the sher Wagyu T bone steak which was cooked to perfection!..."
Karen
"The food is great, great service and wonderful experience.I’m probably not a big fan of the wine list. It’s a bit strange to sit next to..."
Charlotte Cooper
"Charming restaurant bringing Peruvian dishes to foodies. It's not pretentious so you'll need to put your own napkin on your lap and don't expect the..."
Stuart Robinson
"delicious food... felt a our seating time was rushed but it was a Divine experience...."
Show Me The Yummy
"Melhor comida peruana em town! Não estranha o sucesso. Entre ceviche e grill. Fiquei fan ! Voltaria..."
Gastronomicamenteincorrecto
"4.5 stars!Feast of the Andes was definately a feast!! Food was amazing, wished the portion of the cerviches were bigger as they were my..."
Voeun
"Great ambiance, good good and friendly people.This place us must to go in Melbourne. Food options are varied accompanied by great wine..."
Varun Chandwani
"we had our valentines dinner here and it was amazing!!! we loved all the dishes we got. the waitress was really helpful and attentive and gave us a..."
Dii
"A really nice experience! Had dinner with friends, perhaps it could have been a bit quieter, but we appreciated a busy restaurant. Good menu, great..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"I had never tried Peruvian food before so I was excited to dine at pastuso. Suitable for all bookings - small or large. Set menus available...."
SouthEastEater
"Blue Grenadier and Trevally ceviche were both fantastic with unique flavour combinations. Lamb cooked to perfection with a sauce that exploded with..."
Swan Li
"First experience with this level of culinary excellence. It was amazing! Flavours complement each other to create a rounded taste in all dishes. I'll..."
Carolyn Ooi
"Amazing services, amazing food. Entree: salmon, tofu, squid side: potato and asparagus with yoghurt dressing Main: roast chicken and..."
Heidi Liang
"Fresh, flavorful, vibrant and out of this world delicious. Service is outstanding and the interior is cosy but modern. Cocktails are also so..."
Sweetie Pie
"Dined here as part of a large group and despite the restaurant being quite loud, it was a great evening. The service is attentive, discrete and..."
Olivia B
"Been here a couple of times now for the set menus. Of the 3 raw fish I think the kingfish is the best- well balanced and I could like the bowl..."
Frog
"Never had Peruvian food before. First time and so impressed! Such delicious selections of food, from starters to mains and sweets, definitely loved..."
Sense Of Food
"I have never tried Peruvian food prior to coming here but boy they did not disappoint. It was very different nothing like I’ve ever had but it was..."
FattyM
"Yum! Meal was really tasty & great to share. Loved the Peruano ceviche (very traditional), the corn fritters, the beef was wonderful and the donuts..."
Sue Mac
"Absolutely love the ceviche here! Super fresh, tasty and such interesting flavours. A favourite for..."
MJ
"First time having Peruvian food and my oh my, my mind is blown.King fish ceviche - I could eat 10 plates of these! Just wow.Alpaca tartare..."
Josephine
"Everything is beautiful - for a great meal in Melbourne, and many different culinary experiences, you should visit Pastuso.Service was..."
Tina T
"Came here a few times for work farewell dinners and I have to say, everything we ordered was sensational! We had our own private area for our meal..."
Kevin Jung Hak Yun
"Lovely place, great service, friendly staff and good food. We ordered the croquette that was amazing, the corn cake that become the highlight of the..."
Regina Prisilia
"We loved 😍This is one of our favourite restaurants. The seafood dishes were my favourite. The calamari is a must try.The wagyu was also..."
Withaknifeandfork
"Great customer service and amazing food! I loved the dishes we tried because of the quality and flavors. Amongst 5 of us, we had 5 appetizers dishes,..."
Tangertalks
"It was our fitst time trying peruvian food and Pastuso has left us wanting more. Not an expert in peruvian food, but the food felt like there is a..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"Went here tonight for the first time and loved it! Had the chefs feed me menu at $70 per head which included a variety of dishes from every section..."
Adriana Santoro
"We stumbled upon this place after searching for dinner on busy Melbourne Saturday night. We were not disappointed, the vibe was lively and the..."
ChezandStedz
"Catching up with friends over a great meal is always memorable and Pastuso is right up there on top of the list of great food, service and..."
AngeLuvFood8
"Great food, service and ambience.Been here a few times for birthdays and food has been great each time. Steak cooked to perfection. For the..."
Megan Kong
"2019 is a year of firsts, for Peruvian food is another cuisine I have never had until visiting Pastuso in Melbourne. Peruvian cuisine is a reflection..."
@KeraBearEats
"Always nice to treat yourself on your birthday! 🎂 ⁣We visited this restaurant a couple of years ago and were so impressed we thought..."
Melbourne Culture Eats
"Went here on a recommendation from a coworker and had to thank him afterwards. It’s all open kitchen so you get a really nice vibe that everything..."
Michelle
"This place lives up to all the hype! The feed me menu was a great selection of the dishes and made me want to go back again to try more. Pisco Sours..."
Sarah
"An excellent and diverse menu. If you're looking for a taste you haven't experienced before, or a dish that is new and interesting, then Pastuso is..."
Mark Strathmore
"Having loved San Telmo, I was excited to try Pastuso and definitely wasn’t disappointed! In fact, I loved it even more. The steak is out of this..."
AH
"From the minute we sat down, we were served by friendly waitress offering us water, handing out menu’s, offering to put our stuff in the cloak..."
Winnie Jara Huang
"Fantastic banquet of varied, delicious dishes. Every plate is so carefully balanced, and designed to elevate the flavour of simple meats and..."
Callum Burton
"Went there for lunch after hearing a lot of positive reports about the food.  Just as well the food was excellent and delicious, as the service was..."
Hans Moleman
"Pastuso is an amazing place. We book our table 10 minutes before. They have very nice staff. I am not eating pork. When kindly asked them, they..."
Gigi
"The juicy roast chicken is amazing. It could rank top 3 chicken dishes in my life. Other dishes could be 80 out of 100 scores. Overall really good...."
Jiaqi987261
"Wow, what do I say apart from wow. So whilst I normally review places based on food, dining experience and service, this place has just exceeded my..."
Steve Levon
"First time trying Peruvian food and it was delicious! We ordered the feed me menu ($65pp) and a Pisco sour cocktail! The food was nicely presented,..."
Jiji
"Have lunch here for the first time and also a first with Peruvian cuisine.Hidden in ACDC lane this restaurant has a great ambience when you..."
Leo
"Pastuso is an amazingly hidden gem located on the fringe of AC/DC Lane. It truly is a magnificent place that offers a selection of modern inspired..."
Mr S
"This was our first time trying Peruvian cuisine and it did not disappoint. Every dish we ordered was full of flavour, leaving us wanting more. Our..."
New Food Critic ✌
"Absolutely loved this place and would rate it as one of my favourite places in Melbourne.Ordered the set menu and every dish was amazing!..."
Rowland
"This place exceeded our expectations in every way, every dish was jam packed full of flavour, we ordered the Pisco Sour cocktail to start which..."
Ana Jansz
"Pastuso Restaurant is a modern Peruvian Grill, Cevicheria & Pisco Bar tucked down the end of AC/DC Lane in Melbourne’s CBD.  Walk into Pastuso..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"Peruvian food, Fantastic food! Wagu beef spring roll, snapper ceviche and the fried chicken street food were absolutely amazing! The..."
Denny Patron
"A great hidden venue in a cheeky lane way. Staff had the perfect balance of always being there yet not. Food was on point, loved the beef ribs and..."
JB
"Location wise is a perfect location in the middle of the cbd with near by bars and hidden gems. Environment is a more up lifted environment with..."
The Food Critics
"We ordered the beef and fish skewers, braised lamb shoulder, wagu beef & potato sides. Food was delicious, the ambiance was also nice however by only..."
Dee Tuncer
"As tasty as it is priceyI really enjoyed my meal at Pastuso. We had the tofu which was delectable, the sweet corn which was amazing, chicken..."
Miss K
"Friend booked Christmas dinner here and it didn't disappoint! Ordered the sth sour cocktail to start and it was sooo good! love a good start of the..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"San Telmo junior. Great steak. Really great. Staff push you to over order. Food is very good and we enjoyed what we ate. A bit of a sausage factory..."
Nick
"We spent a lovely night here to celebrate our anniversary! Every thing we had was perfect! Thanks to the friendly staff who gave me great suggestions..."
Ruiwei
"Certainly a lovely experience. An extensive menu with a variety of new dishes and flavours to try out. All the protein we had was cooked well - moist..."
Linda
"The signage somehow doesn't reflect the inside. Such a lovely modern restaurant with friendly, attentive staff. Highly recommend the Peruano. Blew..."
Mistermister
"Great atmosphere and decoration. Cosy for a date and big enough for a group dinner. Very friendly staff that helped us with ordering. The pisco sour..."
Tabi Ei
"Food takes back to Peru. Beautifully presented dishes in a warm restaurant with most friendly staff. Their dessert are stunning and equally tastes..."
LifeForFood
"Pastuso is a Perivian restaurant in the city where they do ceviche, BBQ’d meats, traditional Peruvian desserts and the best pisco sours in town...."
Olive Sundays
"A modern Peruvian grill, cevicheria and pisco bar, Pastuso celebrates the food, culture and diversity of Peru from the moment diners enter the venue..."
Gastrology
"Visited this place for a lunch with a group of friends and it’s totally awesome. What an amazing Peruvian experience. The food were totally unique..."
Pluviophile
"Great food, very tasty. Sharing dishes gave us a wider selection from the menu. All were interesting to eat. The main course lamb was outstanding...."
Keith Laing
"Amazing dinner experience with family. Server was suuuupeer friendly and helpful, providing great advice on how much to order and taking special care..."
Got_2_lunch
"I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! I'm a huge fan of ceviche and I'd easily call theirs the best in the city. Peruvian food is so full of flavour and Pastuso..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"Will come back for:+ Pisco Sour+ Octopus Ceviche+ Beef and fish skewer+ Striploin+ Cassava chips+ Latin American sponge..."
The Casual Diner
"We ordered the pork shoulder and sirloin (among other things) and they were the best meats I had ever tasted. Other dishes were equally good but the..."
Isabel Tsang
"Came here last night and the entrees were a kick starter, really enjoyed the ceviches, particularly the red snapper with a combination of sweet..."
WTR
"Been here twice already. Food is amazing. Atmosphere is amazing. First time I went with a group of girlfriends and we ordered dishes to share, second..."
Xmk Nguyen
"I wasn’t sure what to expect but wonderfully surprised. Service was very very good. We did the degustation and they were very amenable to our..."
SDeG
"Flavour, flavour , flavour Oh god if you come here You have to try El pollo is amazing jucy, tender with an amazing flavor, La yuca frita with cheese..."
Diva Isabel Nebreda
"A very busy and popular restaurant, we luckily managed to get seated straight away at a lovely booth on the elevated level. A spacious, dimly lit,..."
Jamie
"Food was fantastic and quick, waitress was attentive and cocktails delicious! Can’t fault this place. A nice selection of menu items to choose..."
Brian Foong
"Great place. Lots of different types of ceviche that all taste great, alpaca ribs are good but nothing amazing despite the reviews. Best dish is..."
Michael Nguyen
"Absolutely amazing evening. The hostess was an incredibly lovely person and so was our waitress (appreciate the recommendations !) The restaurant..."
Mish Latief
"I had a wonderful experience at pastuso today. The restaurant exceeded my expectations in ambience, food, the vibe and professionalism. I went..."
h s Manjunath
"My group went for the Ultimate Peruvian Experience and it was excellent. Every dish was so full of flavour and made with terrific ingredients. Hands..."
Harold Yap
"Quite possibly the best restaurant I've ever been to. The atmosphere was elegant without being pretentious, chic and cultural without being cliche;..."
Kris Fricke
"What blew me away was the fact they have a vegan menu/options for my husband. A rarity for a good restaurant. Not a vegan myself I found the food..."
Keren Yalouz
"Welcome back Melbourne! We chose this restaurant to make our comeback to dining out after lockdown. It proved to be a good choice. The place was..."
Carolyn Valka
Punch Lane
92/100 (2475 ratings)
Restaurants
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Gluten Free Options
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Vegan Options
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Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
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Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Croquettes
Salad
Quail
Crab
Scallops
Halloumi
Duck
Lamb
Fish
Risotto
Pork
Tuna
Salmon
Tapas
Beef
Pork Loin
Sit down
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Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
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Gift Cards Available
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Mid-range
"Nice atmosphere and cool decor. We did the shared tasting menu for $90pp. It was all delicious, unfortunately my mum found a large fish bone in the..."
Carmen Ubermanowicz
"Favourite Melbourne haunt. Always a nice friendly vibe, attentive service, just a fun place. Oysters, followed by Scallops. Yellow fin Tuna , and a..."
Jack Bateman
"Always enjoyed coming here. Cosy and intimate wine bar, good entourage, yummy food and nice selection of wine. We had the oysters and the chef..."
Nancy Liu
"The food and beverages were great. We sat outside but we were not cold...."
Geoff Fothergill
"We had valentine's dinner at the punch lane. Very nice atmosphere, food was delicious and service is..."
D.M.S
"Was staying at Lancemore (Hotel) next door who recommended this venue. Had arrived from Sydney last minute on a Saturday evening and managed to grab..."
Mark Hamill
"The sun was shining on a beautiful evening in Melbourne as we took our seats for an early dinner at Punch Lane. Delicious food, great wine and beer..."
Ayaan Ali
Movida Bar De Tapas
91/100 (2762 ratings)
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International
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Spanish
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Spanish
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Vegan Options
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Lunch
Croquettes
Clams
Quail
Duck
Beef Cheeks
Oyster
Mussels
Lamb
Fish
Pork
Cheesecake
Tapas
Prawns
Beef
Octopus
Scallops
Paella
Sit down
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"Movida is an institution of Melbourne’s dining scene that we have wanted to visit for a very long time. The Spanish restaurant serves a..."
Maxplusfood
"can you have a taste of your cracker, anchovi and salmon sorbet? i thought it was extremely disgusting. why do you have to sorbet fish? it LOOKS..."
Taura
"Cozy, classy and a lovely hip but relaxed atmosphere. Staff was engaging and super friendly. Food was awesome and great wine selection. Great to see..."
ARMANEATS
"Movida is generally one of my favourite places to eat. Incredible service. Very experienced waiters and in the case of last night, an impressively..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"One of the best places I’ve been in a while! I’m a skeptic when it comes to ordering chicken/any white meat when eating out, but the Capon dish..."
Wendy
"We came here for a late Saturday lunch a few weeks ago and enjoyed ourselves immensely. We sat at the bar and tried a number of dishes - 2xdifferent..."
Kylmh
"One of the rare 5 stars that I wasn’t expecting, I’m glad I came. Some chefs play with flavours, others incorporate texture, the chef..."
Derek
"A must go! Amazing Food and excellent service which makes it good value. Always leave with a smile~ Great service And every dish looked good, and..."
Kikfoodlover
"Excellent place if you want delish, flavourful food to share. comes out fast, service excellent. Highly recommend the pinchos, croquettes &..."
Shaz
"Yo Zomato, 120 for 2 people my ass LOL! Approx 250 for 2 people including 1~2 drinks each. Their tapas is amazing. Mains are also pretty nice...."
Taste Radar
"Movida Bar De Tapas is located in the very popular graffiti street - Hosier Lane. I think the locations great, it feels a little hidden being off the..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"We called in for a tipple after lunch & ended up enjoying a very nice bottle of Spanish Tempranillo. The staff were more than accommodating & the..."
Mark Chalker
"We had the degustation menu and every dish was exceptional. Creative, innovative and delicious. Big reputation these days and living up to it in..."
Srslyfoods
"Was here for dinner with a colleague when I was in Melbourne for a work trip. The place has a rustic, informal vibe to it that's very refreshing..."
Lancelot Pinto
"Dined here with my husband - our table was tiny but perfect for just two of us on a busy Friday night. Had reserved 4 weeks in advance!Our..."
Jeena Shawarmon
"Having seen the high rating of MoVida on Zomato located in the Melbourne hotspot of Hosier Lane, we had high expectations.We walked in at..."
PiggyandPanda Eats
"I have always loved coming here, and have been coming here for years. The ambience is always great, gives off the vibes like you’re at a tapas bar..."
Jill
"A wonder location and a wonderful experience. The hardest part is deciding what to eat. We got there for the second sitting after a comedy show and..."
Alan Tse
"The place is at Hozier lane which is a good location because you can explore the area around before and after visiting. If you can sit by the window...."
Hungriestsam - Samantha
"Spanish food (~$40/pax)Overall ⭐️ 4.5/5 ⭐️🍴Highly enjoyed all 3 of the spanish tapas that we tried given their interesting and..."
Cafehoppingkids
"My partner and I enjoyed a fun night out at Movida (Original) recently. It was excellent. The food was delicious. We started with the Croquettes..."
JackieO
"Love, love, love this place. It’s my ‘safe pair of hands’ every time I visit Melbourne. How can you not love anything that Frank Camorra does?..."
Marianna Tuccia
"Really enjoyed the whole experience at MoVida Bar DeTapas. Staff were attentive and professional and the food both different and delicious...."
Brad Marsh
"The flavour is interesting and has nice flavour. The braised beef cheek is tender and flavoursome and the cauliflower purée is light and foamy...."
Jay Lor
"I really love every dish here at MoVida! The staff are super friendly and the food is amazing. The service was really lovely, tables were quite small..."
Sienna Sayers
"Food Rating: 😀4/5Atmosphere Rating: 5/5Service Rating: 5/5A tapas bar hidden within Hosier Lane, Movida offers a range of..."
Julia.eats
"We decided to abstain from alcohol due to a long day in the vineyards. Ordered a couple of tapas (anchovy on crackers and tomato sorbet, smoked..."
Hungry Koala
"Came here many years ago for an a-la-carte dinner and wasn't terribly impressed, but returned recently to try their set menu for $80, and was blown..."
Nalia
"We came here for the very first time. We were all blown away with the flavors and textures of each dish we ordered. We shared everything because..."
FoodLover
"The mackerel was so good we ordered it twice. Also recommend the quail stuffed with chicken and the bistec tartare. Everything was cooked beautifully..."
Wonderwoman
"Very tasty and fun atmosphere BUT overpriced.$4.50 per croqueta would make the spaniards I know storm out of the restaurant in..."
Marie
"Nested in one of Melbourne's popular laneways known for their street art, is home to well known Spanish restaurant Movida. Ever since Movida Sydney..."
Picky Piggies
"Awesome place with fabulous service. Love how the bartender approached us and greeted. Just a quick drink with a friend this night, so we ordered my..."
Jessie
"One of my favourite dishes - smoked mackerel from MoVida. The coldness of the fish, smoky flavour combined with that pine nut gazpacho sorbet...."
Hungry For Chips
"Having tried several other MoVidas, I finally made it to the original. And I believe it’s the best. Delicious morsels, great service, warm..."
Onara
"I think this place is slightly overrated. I had extremely high expectations given the ratings and reviews, however I found that most dishes were..."
Amy
"Absolutely delicious! We came here for an anniversary. The ambience was great - not too noisy, very cosy. The croquettes were delicious. But the dish..."
Miss Noms
"Came here for an early dinner before P!nk's concert. Lucky we were nice and early, as soo as we sat down (ard 5.45pm) there was a queue and it was a..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"We managed to make a reservation for dinner on a Saturday evening. When we arrived, the restaurant was already very busy. We ordered some tapas and a..."
Hangry Horace
"Surprisingly I loved every dish at MoVida. Very different. I don’t have Spanish cuisine much so I was intrigued with every bite. I loved the..."
Kelly
"so if you dont have a reservation its still worth the wait outside for this place. The staff are super friendly and the food is amazing. sardine on..."
Harrysingh Rawat
"Movida a amazing tapas bar! Is a little expensive but each tapa each dish i a explosion of flavor!! I tried Braise Pedro Ximenez Pork with puree is..."
Diva Isabel Nebreda
"Flavour plus.. highly recommend trying this restaurant. Tapas & sharing is the way to do it. We did the chef’s choice & every dish was a flavour..."
Wine And Food Lovers
"Great night at Movida. Enjoyed a lovely birthday dinner, with amazing service and good food. The food was not exactly 10/10 with most of the food..."
Christina Mathiasz
"Though the night was not faultless and every dish didn’t blow us away, I had an overall fantastic time thanks to the winning combination of good..."
An Antelope
"Two of us went in last Sunday for lunch without booking ... lucky we were seated promptly . All tapas were presented beautifully so is the flavour..."
SusanJ
"There are good places in town, and then there’s MoVida. Spanish restaurant with great vibe and awesome food! Portions are for 2 to share...."
Camila José Reyes
"Went to MoVida again at late night on Friday, there was still a buzzy crowd. We ordered our favorite dish - beef cheek with cauliflower puree. Two..."
LittleMushroom
"Great atmosphere, staff and service were excellent. Loads of wine on offer and it didn’t break the bank either for the quality of food, I would..."
Jack Pope
"Movida bar de tapas at Melbourne CBD. Great environment with bar ambience. Tapas were nice and a bite size. The main course was enough size to share..."
Steven Gu
"Had a long overdue dinner at Movida on Wednesday night.  Very friendly and efficient staff led us to our cosy nook of a table when we arrived for..."
Melissa Kate
"Movida is a place where you’d feel your money’s well spent even though it’s not cheap. Each dish is well executed and packed with flavours -..."
FoodforThought
"Had a great experience here. Delicious variety of food to choose from, including an extensive wine list. All of our dishes were beautiful. Highly..."
Georgia Sing
"Great vibe . Delicious tapas and creme caramel . Flavours , variety , yummy food . Staff , service excellent . Such a pleasant Friday lunch..."
Love It Or Like It
"Excellent. Very delicious food. Good service. Great wine. Their tapas style menu and their bigger portions are all excellent. Could not fault one of..."
Melbourne Epicure
"Came here for dinner yesterday with my fiance for our anniversary and all I can say is FANTASTIC!! (Is it possible to give a higher rating than..."
TashaSpiesFood
"Had the best birthday dinner experience last night at this place. Top notch service. Great food. Reasonable price.I was super excited that..."
Food Dine Roll
"As good as people say. All the dishes are very special but I’m not sure if it’s ‘Spanish’. The atmosphere is great and all the staff were so..."
Lucianna Guo
"Great tasting tapas ! Interesting and delicious. Would definitely come here again. Perfect for date night when your not too hungry but peckish...."
Tasteforyourbuds
"🤩 💫 Highly Recommend. Saturday 14 October 2017 at 8pm. Simply an excellent Dining option. The staff were nice, helpful and..."
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"First meal during a trip to Melbourne and was quite pleasantly surprised. Just got out of an Uber from the airport and it was starting to rain,..."
Henry's Food Reviews
"Very Great Restaurant! Friendly and helpful barkeeper and very delicious tapas!!! The price was ok for a Tapas Restaurant and they have a very big..."
Leoni Schweikhardt
"Restaurant is a little overrated in my opinion. The dishes were not spectacular and quite small for the price.I came here many years ago, before..."
Pawel Malczewski
"Went shopping to CBD today and decided to check this place out. Tip #1 - book in advance! We didn't but were lucky enough to get a table for two...."
NZAURUSS
"Haven’t been to MoVida for a long time, this time the lunch experience was as good as I remembered. Nothing really changed in these..."
Jianierrrrrr
"Came here for tapas a few times but have not reviewed their food. Tonight we had 4 tapas (Esparrago - Jamon & date wrapped asparagus, Flor - fried..."
Leo
"Food was good. Between 2 girls, we ordered 1 of each appie to share and then ordered one of the bigger plates. Everything was delicious but the..."
Darina Mamadaliyeva
"A popular dinner option for diners- make sure to book in advance unless you enjoy waiting. The MoVida brand owns sole rights to my love for Spanish..."
Cynthia Giang
"What can I say? This place needs no introduction. The ratings are high for a reason... and that reason is that the food is delicious and the service..."
Avolette
"Definitely worth to check out, sit down & eat at a place with a great menu. Had an amazing & accommodating waiter that had great recommendations of..."
Edel
The Recreation Bistro X Bottleshop
91/100 (607 ratings)
Restaurants
Wine Bar
Wine Bar
Grill
European
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Grill
Vegetarian Friendly
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Parfait
Scallops
Duck
Calamari
Calamares
Ceviche
Croquettes
Tarte Tatin
Lamb
Salad
Fish
Sit down
Grill
Australian
Wine Bar
European
Full Bar
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Mastercard
Wine and Beer
Accepts Visa
Parking Available
Accepts American Express
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Sometimes just walking through the door will tell you if you are going to enjoy your dining enjoyment and enjoy this place I did. The menu was well..."
Chas Cogan
"We are so impressed with our meal tonight that I’m writing this review on the tram on the way home. We live in the city but the 10 min tram ride to..."
Kim Long
"Gorgeous food, lovely atmosphere and WONDERFUL staff with outstanding service ! A shout out for whipping up custom made drinks n going that extra..."
Aasiya Ameen
"Everyone makes you feel so welcome the second you walk through the door, you're thoroughly taken care of the whole time you're there, the food is..."
Jacky Zunica
"Amazing food and wine, a warm welcoming atmosphere with friendly, knowledgable and attentive staff. We couldn't have asked for more from a dining..."
James Grundy
"Beautiful restaurant, delicious food, excellent service and amazing staff! A 5 star restaurant all..."
Lauren Gower
"The dining area is beautifully presented and the waiting staff were very friendly and competent. The entree and main courses were beautifully..."
Srslyfoods
"Two friends and I had dinner at The Rereation Bistro dining room. The dining area is beautifully presented and the waiting staff were very friendly..."
Aaditey Bains
"4.5We caught up with friends today who had just recently taken in a rescue puppy. The Recreation was a perfect halfway point on our walk for..."
Espy Eats
"A fantastic gastropub with excellent dining options and brilliant drinks. An extra mention to the staff, who are more than willing to cater to..."
Kikfoodlover
"Real score 4.3 out of 5. It’s not pub grub here. It’s almost fine dining. The food is excellent. Everyone gets a good view of the pass which..."
Two Sheds
"Fantastic restaurant, my local favourite amongst a host of great eateries, amazing wine list, fabulous food and excellent staff. Good prices...."
Robin
"We had a large group family get together at the Recreation just before Christmas. Staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Food was absolutely..."
Amanda.martin2
"A standout newish restaurant in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. Wonderful wine list, BYO (!) and a menu mixing classics and some interesting..."
Smitty Smith
"Maybe I shouldn’t give this place such a a good review... wouldn’t want it to get so busy I can’t get a table! Came to my attention when I saw..."
Alan Tse
"We are so impressed with our meal tonight that I’m writing this review on the tram on the way home. We live in the city but the 10 min tram ride to..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Beautiful and relaxing space, matched by fantastic food and a great beer and wine selection, only to be topped by perfect service. Will visit..."
Tim
"Wow!!!! What a place! Couldn’t fault a single dish we tried! The husband and I shared a zucchini flower (delicious), grilled sardines (divine) and..."
Ada El Chingon
"I love this place. I've been a few times now, both as part of large and small groups, and they have nailed it every time. It is a really well oiled..."
3121Foodie
"Had the zucchini flower, lovely crisp batter....the scotch fillet, cooked perfect, sublime flavour, excellent.  Dessert  mille feu...perhaps not..."
Joan Bray
"Really excellent food and friendly very efficient staff.  Would not call this dining in the 'lap of luxury" - (Zomato's catergory) We were glad that..."
Keepsmiling
"Good classic European food and great service. We went here as a group of four on a bank holiday Friday and had a delicious meal. Highlights were the..."
Alex Butenko
"We had a really great experience here. We ordered the pork belly and snapper - both were delicious! The service was brilliant - definitely something..."
Shehani De Mel
"The flavours of these classical inspired dishes was one of the best meals we have enjoyed for quite some time - black pudding/pear tarte tatin,..."
Wayngela
"We found the service very attentive and professional, the food simply delicious with some easy to share entrees and good mains. I would recommend to..."
Belco2617
"Highly reccommended. Lovely atmosphere and relaxed but at the same time attentive service. We enjoyed all the dishes - well presented and very tasty...."
Andy Hill
"This place isn't just about food, it's about the neighbourhood and community. The Recreation has become a place for a sneaky wine & cheese board..."
Glenn Lampard
"Amazing service, incredible food. An absolute gem in in the north. A gem in the north that offers great wines, food and atmosphere... a must try!!..."
Amy Lampard
"Warm, friendly service. All of the food is delicious. The Wine list is extensive but approachable. This is a restaurant we will definitely be..."
Ash
"Fantastic food, wine, service and atmosphere. I love every dish on the menu and the staff are super helpful with wine recommendations. Coffee is..."
Donna_findlay
"These guys are true professionals. The service is excellent, the staff are very knowledgeable about food and wine, and the menu is simple, but full..."
Tallisj
"The recreation has a great atmosphere, the food is great and there is always something different to try. The wait staff are very friendly and..."
Cibo
"Had a wonderful night at The Recreation. Ross did an excellent job looking after us, recommending some brilliant wine pairings for our selected..."
Rahul Ratwatte
"This is a really impressive gastro pub with a great vibe. The outdoor seating is lovely and the informal cellar bar area is homely and cute. The menu..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Absolutely sensational Sunday family lunch for 9 including one demanding toddler. Expert and consultative wine service from Mark. Everyone was rapt..."
Seamus
"A great space, great atmos and delicious food. The service was excellent and the pace of the food coming out was on point. The wine selection was..."
Dee Lindrea
"Excellent service, great wines, thoughtful, seasonal menu. Warm bread and whipped butter served while we wait for our order. Everything is of the..."
Cathy
"Yass Queen! The food is incredible, wine selection is great and only surpassed by the excellent service #scottishthor #breadwasdope..."
Greg Mcarthur
"Amazing vibe and divine food! My wife had the best eggplant of her life and the staff were particularly accommodating to wine pairings and made the..."
Gary Thetroll
"Wonderful food and service.Had the oysters, pork belly and steak. Waiters were so happy to accommodate food allergies.Great wine,..."
Laura
"Good atmosphere to have some decent wine and food with friends. Professional service with amazing wine list, sommelier led to the perfect ensemble of..."
Jobs590727
"Came by for dinner with some mates and had a really positive experience. Lovely staff who delivered on quality service. Food came out fairly..."
Cynthia Giang
"I have dined here several times and it just keeps getting better. I loved the smoked duck dish, steaks and pork belly and desserts have always been..."
Rebecca
"Excellent meal here last night. Recommend by a friend who lives locally and it didn't disappoint. Warm welcome at the door and friendly approachable..."
Elsiej999
"This place is my new favourite local. I came in on a weeknight with a girlfriend. Mark and Joe were welcoming and attentive and made us feel right at..."
Daria Jones
"The food here is genuinely excellent. I've now been twice. The steak was one of the best steaks I've had in ages and the spätzle was a game changer...."
JonasaurusRex
"Spectacular food, wine and service. It was an exceptional night and highly recommended for all diners. Family friendly too which is a bonus...."
BD Wong
"Excellent service, great selection of wines and menu is well thought out, using seasonal produce. Atmosphere is relaxed and inviting. They know how..."
MetroMazzer70
"We had a fantastic dining experience.The service was impeccable.All the food was delicious we ordered pork belly prawns and chocolate..."
Mary French
"Amazing food and service, delicious wines! Kid friendly, nice bathrooms too 😜Lovely atmosphere for a lazy Sunday afternoon at the wine..."
Rose
"We were made to feel welcome, even with 2 kids in tow.  Good coffees outside and a delicious meal inside - we ordered share plates with a variety of..."
Sue Campton
"On a recent ramble I stumbled across this little gem near Edinburgh gardens. A fantastic watering hole that provided excellent wine to refuel. In the..."
Nowhereman
"Loved this place. Great food and service. Nice addition to the fine dining scene in Fitzroy North. The bottle shop is extensive and..."
Alcobon
"Firstly this place is noisy. Sounds were echoing off the walls and conversing was my fellow diners was difficult. This probably ruined the..."
FoodN
"This is a real gem. The food is exceptional, the wine is excellent and the service is great. The sommelier/owner? guided us to choose some great..."
Jess Chi
"High end casual with sensational wines. Food was great with excellent choices and quality local ingredients. Highly recommended for lunch or..."
Henriette.rothschild
"Had a lovely first experience at the Recreation, in the dining room. Beautiful, fresh food and really really good service. Love the simple..."
Ramen_lover
"Sunday lunch at Recreation Bistro was perfect. Warm & friendly service and  amazing food and wine. Divine Yarra Valley Rose served from a flagon..."
HG
"My first visit to Recreation Bistro was a very enjoyable experience. Nice atmosphere, excellent service, good menu and wine list with an..."
Gdiamond26
La Luna Bistro
90/100 (1892 ratings)
Restaurants
Steakhouse
Australian
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Steakhouse
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Creme Brulee
Hanger steak
Pasta
Croquettes
Salad
Chili
Crème Brulée
Garlic Prawns
Duck
Lamb
Oyster
Pesto
Salmon
Fish
Pork
Antipasti
Filet Mignon
Ribs
Burger
Prawns
Tiramisu
Beef
Prosciutto
Sit down
Australian
Steakhouse
European
Seating
Private Dining
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Drinks
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"You have to be a carnivore, but if eating meat is ok with you, then you couldn't do better. La Luna is a bit of a north Carlton institution. The food..."
Aaditey Bains
"Great food and service! Back again for what seemed to be an anxious dinner, could they live up to their previous great food and service? Yes they..."
Rennie
"The best eat out e experience in 2019. Was my first visit back in Nov 2019. We met a perfect model staff. She offered to change our seat coz the sun..."
Happyeater
"I for the most part really enjoyed dining at La Luna. The ambience was great and the service I’d had to say was immaculate, our server explained..."
Myni
"This is a great restaurant for a special occasion. The meals we had were amazing and the staff were very friendly. Would definitely recommend this..."
Stu
"Stumbled across this place while browsing for great place for steak. Didn't know it is owned by a celebrity chef. Food is overall very yummy. Lovely..."
Savoury Girl
"Absolutely delicious! I have been here three times and the food has been amazing every occasion. The steak is amazing and well cooked as were the..."
Bianca Guerrieri
"The restaurant looks old school.The food was very tasty.- the gnocchi was very"tasty (sometimes abit too tasty become abit salty)- the..."
Hon
"Absolutely delicious!! Fantastic meal we had tonight. Everything was so delicious except their prawn wasnt as fresh as it should be. Apart from that..."
Caroline
"I want to give La Luna 4.5, but of course you cannot on here. If you’re looking for a good steak in a dimly lit, cosy and intimate venue - this is..."
Carlo Boscia
"Very happy with the service and quality at La Luna last night. We've been coming here for years now and everytime was a grand experience. We could..."
Crissan.d
"This was an absolute find. We went after seeing the menu online and wanting a nice steak. The butchers cut was excellent and well seasoned and the..."
Robin
"Have eaten at La Luna a couple of times in the past and love the cozy atmosphere. The staff is fantastic, very polite and knows how to make customers..."
Svenja Grabo
"Went to this place as we were planning for quite sometime. Staff very friendly & welcoming. Retro vintage\homely ambiance. We ordered Filet..."
MelbfoodCritic
"Great venue, great service and great food. An excellent venue and the food has a wonderful Balance of different flavors. The menu is obviously..."
Pip David
"Great service and a wide drinks list, some interesting and unusual wines. Food is done well and with care, very fresh and good specials..."
Gavin Gusling
"The steaks at this restaurant are phenomenal! I wish Zomato could let you do half stars, because I really want to give this place 4.5 ⭐️. Despite..."
Ash
"The pig ears were magic. Steak perfectly cooked. Splendid wine.What stood out to me was that this place is one of the rare hospitality..."
Thomas Galle
"Treated my husband as a Father's day gift! First time and loved it! Ordered the specials and the fish of the day was magnificent! Service was..."
Rosanna
"Amazing. Been coming to this place for over a decade and the most recent meal I’ve had there was the best so far. Delicious entrees, main and..."
MY1410
"Even better than the last time. We booked a last minute business dinner on Tuesday night. I have been going to La Luna for the last 10 or so..."
Harrysingh Rawat
"Tick, tick, tick! If Italy had a national pub this would be it! Modern yet pays plenty of homage to its heritage, the menu has Italian inspired..."
Blefdot
"Will come back for:+ Crispy Pig’s Ears+ Rib Eye Steak+ Slow cooked Lamb shoulder+ House Fries+ Mezze PlateIt’s..."
The Casual Diner
"Came here for the meats, stayed for the fries. The fries were so amazing that we just had to order another serve even though we were quite full from..."
Hello. Imnikki
"What a great night, my wife and I were last here two years ago and it was just as good this time if not better. Apart from the very loud table next..."
Nic
"We had my husbands 30th upstairs yesterday for lunch from the food to the service everything was perfect. The food was delicious. The staff were very..."
Sym
"Super enjoyable and relaxed dining experience. Had the rib eye steak which was mouth watering and cooked to perfection.  There's a nice warmth and..."
SeanyB
"Came here for fathers day a while ago, my dad is a huge steak eater and hard to impress and he loved it. Steaks are cooked to perfection, the hanger..."
Simon Miras
"Went for the MFWF sucking pig feast. It was the most amazing thing I had ever been to! I’m lost for words. The pictures speak for..."
Alan Tse
"A lovely restaurant in a nice setting. A classic brasserie style menu with a focus on steak. Definately one of the best steaks I’ve ever eaten...."
Brunch Diaries
"Amazing steak! Would come back all the time !! Cooked perfectly and everything else was delicious. Love the side dishes with the mains those were..."
Tasteforyourbuds
"In my opinion, best steak in Melbourne. We were lucky enough to have garlic prawns as an entree, they were finger licking good. The whole night was..."
Jack Thompson
"had the rib eye, butchers cut, fries, broccoli and carrots. everything was good! the rib eye in particular. the seasoning was great & real tasty...."
Jonathan Ong
"We came to La Luna for a friend’s birthday dinner with a group of six. I had the 400 gram rump (which was unsurprisingly very big, but..."
Trevor Johnston
"Great food, exceptional service provides for a highly recommended rating.  Apart from the delicious food & generous serving sizes, the staff created..."
Leon Torossian
"Nice atmosphere. Lighting was a little too dark and it was too noisy-you have to shout to the person beside you. The oysters were superb. We had..."
Viviann Do
"Loved this place. Only complaint is that I couldn’t fit more in. Went for my birthday with hubby. Welcoming and relaxed feel, great food...."
Facebook User
"I go every year for my birthday and I am happy to say that I will return (at least once a year) Food is done well and presentation is fantastic, too..."
Pepinyo
"Ill start with it was my birthday.The service was very attentive. The menu was very inviting....proper scenery...dim lights....all guests well..."
Chris Lemoine
"I have been here many many times at it is always excellent. Garlic prawns, garlic green beans, steak, burgers, slow cooked lamb all delicious...."
Clare
"Great service, all the staff were super friendly. Definitely recommend the tasting plate👌🏻 Steak was cooked to exactly how you asked as..."
Tania
"My favourite steak place in Melbourne ! A very nice service by all the waitress! Try the meat plater ! Theyre home made and crazy delicious!..."
Yohanes Satria Julianto
"Maybe I just expected too high. The atmosphere is great and foods are okay. But the service is just so so. With this range of price, I have had..."
VodkaO_ZS
"Dim lighting, peaceful music and attentive staff. The bacon croquettes are a must. Soft, creamy and flavoursome. Ribs with chilli and asian slaw is..."
Cookielessvee
"Decor = 8Food = 9Coffee = N/APrice = 8 Service = 7Walking into this establishment I didn't mind the casual decor -..."
Saff Ar
"Absolutely delicious! Bistro staff were wonderful!We loved the oysters, tartare, rib eye and italian wine recommended by the beautiful..."
Cindire Do
"Entrees blew us away. Mains and dessert were strong but not incredible. Attentive staff with a great, intimate ambience. Great date..."
Alex Be
"Garlic prawns for entree is a must , Amazing rump steak and the fish was a hit , creme brûlée was the best on the desert menu .... I'd definitely..."
Shady Gayed
"Amazing restaurant! Every dish was extremely tasty, standout dish was the steak and fish. We made room to fit in those lovely desserts and we are..."
MrMena
"Good little place on Carlton. Very good food, loved the dry aged ribeye and fillet mignon. Their desert was great. However, the staffs are not..."
Candranata Ng
"A chilling day in Melbourne,My friends and I visited La Luna on quite a typical day of Melbourne this season. We were greeted at the door..."
Hereandthere
"This was a genuinely excellent experience. I would not hesitate to recommend this.The service was impeccable and intelligent. By..."
L
"Our family returned to La Luna to celebrate my wife’s birthday. As usual, it was an excellent choice, as always, and is one of life’s great..."
Ron Matthews
"Nice atmosphere, good wine and tasty steak. I think I would rate a bit higher if the prices weren't edging towards fine dining scales, but would go..."
Gursharan Chana
"Rated as one of the best places in Melbourne for steak. The steak was cooked to perfection. Had a 1kg t bone and the fiilet mignon. On the sides had..."
Emily
"Have waited a long time to come here and well worth the wait! Nice restaurant with good service, but the food was top notch! The lamb filo pie was..."
Denny Patron
"Michele selected La Luna based on the reviews of the steak which she did order. The decor was very nice but the chairs were particularly..."
Ed Z
"The service was amazing just from the initial booking, the staff are very professional and friendly, great atmosphere and the food is absolutely..."
Michelle Germaine
"This is the best meal we have in Melbourne. Garlic prawns, rump, creme brûlée, and tiramisu! Service also perfect. Will definitely recommend my..."
Wen-Chi Rachel Lu
"I took my husband here for his birthday. From when we walked in until the end of the night we felt welcomed and looked after. We had the 'feast'..."
Angela
"Great food, service and experience though prices were a bit high. Disappointed with the dessert share plate as when it came out it was not what we..."
Sarah Chung
"It was a nice lunch experience on the Valentines's Day💕. The steaks are juicy and tender. My husband ordered the 550g rib eye and I ordered 300g..."
Tiantian Huang
"Magical night! Food, service and ambiance was amazing. We had the pleasure of attending a 40th at La Luna.Pros- Food was divine!..."
Foodaholic
"It is hard to imagine any steak could be better than the filet mignon I ate here at La Luna Bistro. I would definitely recommend La Luna to anyone..."
Royce Allen
"Arrived at la Luna on a Sunday evening for dinner with the wife and kids. My youngest (12yrs old) is a real foodie and loves to take photos of food,..."
Joe
"Can't fault any dish!By noon on a Friday we called to book and were given a table for two at 8:30. When we arrived we were welcomed and quickly..."
Luke And Hannah
"Can't fault this place. Atmosphere, service, food, wine selection (no need to bring anything from our cellar) location all on point. Time & time..."
BL
"This was our third visit to La Luna and we were grateful for a table as a last minute booking - originally told we would be upstairs we were..."
Dianne Heale
"Came here with friends and a nice bottle of Penfolds Grange and, oh my god!Everything was beautifully complimented. Steaks were fantastic..."
UNO
"Unfortunately our experience was a little disappointing. Service was good with a few errors. We had the Small goods Taster for start, the meat was..."
Haids
"I booked a table for myself and my boyfriend to have dessert for his birthday. The staff were incredibly obliging and managed to give us a table even..."
Lucinda Hayes
"Wonderful! Strongly recommendation this restaurant to yours!!!!!!!! Environment, service and steaks are sooooo good! Order Rump, Rib eye maybe are..."
Onlyggrraaccee
"A well earned 5-star rating both in service & food. They were very accomodating even letting hubby (birthday boy) take a pic with Richo himself &..."
Czarina
"Loved this restaurant. Its probably one of my fave. in Melbourne. Couldnt fault the dishes we ordered. And staff were amazingly friendly. Cant wait..."
Sezza
"This place came recommended by a chef who said their steak was pretty good... He was right! We had the "chefs plates" $98 each, well worth the..."
Foodlover12
"Had birthday dinner here with family, the food was okay, pork belly was not that nice, steak was not bad,sausage was okay, gnocchi fail, prawn was..."
MF
"Came here to try their well known cold meat platter and steak! Firstly, I recommend reservations as the venue was a little smaller than I thought...."
Nibble And Wander
"Tried their 60 days aged beef 400g rib eyes and rump steaks, 2 big pieces of good quality aged beef can feed 4 ladies plus two entries. No complaints..."
Annie Lu
"Visited at the request of a friend who had been waiting forever to try it out. Staff were very friendly on arrival and tried to reccomend a good..."
Sara J
"The steak is delicious. I had a medium rare rib eye, and it melted on my tongue, no kidding. I thought this beef must be aged at least 5 weeks? And..."
Sharon8000
"A full night of high quality food. This is fine dining in the inner suburbs.This place is well known for its cured meats, and although we..."
Erin
"Beautiful ! Amazing ! Soooo gooooood !!!! We had the rump and the flavours were incredible. Not only the food is good but great service too. Can't..."
Mercede
"I won't lie I had a high expectation of this place in terms of food and service, however it exceeded all my expectations! The staff were..."
Juicy Glutes
"What a pleasure to dine at La Luna! I normally would never order pasta because nothing compares to my Mum's pasta sauce, but Adrian Richardson has..."
Amanda
"Calling all meat lovers! If you have not yet visited LaLuna in Carlton, owned by chef Adrian Richardson, you are seriously missing out. Croquettes..."
Olivia Baillie
"Try as I may, I cant find my review notes or pictures from the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, La Luna's Suckling Pig event.  Given its been a few..."
Morgueman
"My partner and I had one of our best dining out experiences ever at this beautiful hidden gem - our evening meal was the perfect experience. Not only..."
Maeve
"Awesome meat restaurant with a fantastic wine list. This place is all about the meat - not just steak, but lamb, duck, crispy pigs ears (so good!) -..."
Food Doc
"Fancy some meat? Then You won't be disappointed here. Had a celebration dinner on a Friday night and floated out happily full with bacon croquettes,..."
Eat Drink Anon
"Faultless! Food and service was amazing. Had the rib eye which is probably one of the best I've eaten in a while. Desert tasting plate was shared..."
Leigh Mcloghlin
"Love the entree, it is special of the day, prawn with garlic sauce. The sauce and oil is fantastic. Both of us ordered fillet mignon wrapped in..."
Crazy Foodie
"Lovely location and atmosphere. Heard Adrian giving orders in the kitchen and he came out for a chat once we were finished which was much..."
Runourbloodthin
"Overall experience was good, just not entirely worth the $ or gushing praise. Would come again to try some of the other dishes but will lower my..."
Lainey
"Flawless! Adrian's menu small but everything you need to make your taste buds lose control. Good to see him watering his lush garden out..."
Tim
"Amazing food and the best service! The staff really work together and it shows. The entire menu is divine but the steaks and the desserts are really..."
Vickie Zarifopoulos
"Dined here with my family for lunch the other day. Food was delicious. The Duck leg served with herbed polenta and poached peach was very tasty as..."
Luccio
"Great food, great service. Staff obviously know what they're doing and know the food they are serving very well which is always a positive. There is..."
Katvkis
"From the moment we walked in, La Luna felt like it was a restaurant that was classy and professional. The service would be informative and insightful..."
Bc
"What an experience! These guys really do know what they're doing!Upon arrival we were greeted with smiles from all the staff. While waiting..."
Evarina
"Had a fantastic night last night. A group of four was seated upstairs. Our waiter was very very good, she was attentive and informative without being..."
Rob
"I have been here twice and would return again and again. Food is delicious and reasonably priced. I had the duck legs and the meat was so tender it..."
Foodie85
"Very, very good. Almost perfect. The service was professional and very attentive. A few pointers for food: pigs ears no need for coriander garnish..."
Brillat_Savarin
"Have been here for dinner on 2 occasions. Food was outstanding and service attentive and friendly. The banquet is a good option to try a..."
RD
"Long gone are the days when steak is considered a ‘luxury’ meal and in the current day cheap steaks are readily available from one’s local pub...."
The City Lane
"A special dinner at our fave - daughter turned 21 and chose la Luna as the venue to celebrate. Waiter reception v cool. Dinner menu - no drinks..."
Ilona Way
"Ordered the roast pork with crackling and steak. Both were extremely delicious and meal sizes are very generous. Restaurant has a very cozy feel with..."
Suitie
"We went to La Luna as a party of four and ordered the lamb, spinach and feta pie, with a tasting plate of I house small goods. The pie was too small..."
Gillian Fulton
"La Luna always provides a joyful dining experience. It's has a romantic atmosphere downstairs and a larger group dining area upstairs. The service is..."
AbbyM
"Fantastic, great food with a red meat focus. Great ambience, all together a wonderful spot that I would happily revisit. Highly recommended the..."
JJfood
"Latina is owned by chef Adrian Richardson for good chef bad chef fame amongst others. Have been going here for many years and never had a bad feed...."
Shane Lucas
"Delicious food- $95 tasting menu gave us a huge amount and a wide variety of food. I would have given this a five except for the fact the waitress we..."
IZ
"Lovely decor, food was quite nice too. I think we may have over ordered. Love the fact that it's BYO so we brought a top notch French with us that we..."
HH24
"Yum! Came here for my birthday celebration. For starter, we had the baby pork ribs, it was ordinary, wish it could be more smoky. I wanted to order..."
I Just Love Good Food
"I went to La Luna for a celebratory meal (and meats) over the weekend, and the steaks were cooked to perfection. An impressively well constructed..."
Nithya Nagarajan
"Love, love, love this place! We've been countless times and it's spectacular every time, both on the service and the food front. We couldn't get in..."
Ivonne Cianciullo
"In a small group, we had a pretty decent spread of main dishes, including steak, burger, duck, pork and the lamb shoulder along with a couple of..."
DJ
"Absolutely wonderful! We went for my birthday dinner, all of our food was well cooked with beautiful flavours. Beef cheeks was wonderful followed by..."
Laura Seymour
"I had dinner here with 4 friends and had a brilliant time spending our hard earned money here. We shared some great ribs, pigs ears and charcuterie..."
Iain
"We went to La Luna for a birthday celebration last week. We had been planning to get there for such a long time and it did not disappoint. We did the..."
Kylie Thomas
"La Luna is just excellence personified when it comes to meat. Great steaks, great venue and great staff. I would say that their steaks have been the..."
Finding Resonance
"Yum. Dined here a few weeks back for a special occasion and it was superb. The venue perfectly straddles that fine line between elegant and relaxed...."
Dani R
"Wonderful wonderful wonderful. Fantastic food lovely staff We were in the second sitting which was a little crowded two of our party kept..."
Donm
"Yum, yum, yum. We recently dined at La Luna Bistro and once again it was awesome! the Port Douglas oysters to start with were silky and..."
Vivien.renzella
"Love it!. Went to La Luna Bistro for my 18th birthday. What an experience, it was! The service was amazing as well as the food. As a group of..."
Stuart
"The fillet mignon, dry aged for 8 weeks was cooked to perfection. Wrapped in smoky bacon the fillet was tender and the aging was evident in the..."
Mish2201
"Twenty seven!!!! Just last week, I celebrated my 27th birthday with some friends and Le Boyfriend. For my pre-birthday celebration, Le Boyfriend..."
Beatrice
"Nestled inconspicuously on leafy corner of Rathdowne St, La Luna Bistro has been serving contemporary Australian cuisine with a Mediterranean..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"Giant prawns bathed in garlic butter, chilli and parsley. the pool of buttery goodness was delicious with the accompaniment of extra slices of bread..."
Melina Han
"Andrew decided he was hungry enough to go for an entrée served size of the penne with lamb ragout. This was a hearty dish with stunning hand rolled..."
Dining Nirvana
"The menu is fairly heavy on the meats ...The duck flesh is so juicy and so tender, it quite literally melts in our mouths, a trait hard to come by..."
Popcornandtoast
"La Luna remains one of the best value options on offer; the produce and cooking are outstanding and Adrian and his staff are obviously bacon..."
Plate Licker
"La Luna understates it's..."
Fatboo
"This was also the restaurant where the manager came up to me questioning me about my SLR as they had a ‘policy’ about taking photos at the..."
Angel Khong
"Armed with a list of places I wanted to try in Melbourne, plus a few recommendations from friends that flowed in, meant that I was never going to..."
Mademoiselle Delicieuse
"Great table service (just enough), lamb shoulder was amazing (easily enough for 3 people) garlic prawns were awesome. unfortunatley was too full to..."
Muse
"I want to go back for more!!!. Had the best crisp duck leg and the ambience of the restaurant was very relaxing and slightly casual. I feel really..."
Beatrice
"Just love it, this is just perfect from the time you step into the restaurant... Great food and service first..."
Food 2 Run
"Most awesome meat fest I've ever..."
Sean Stevens
"Great little bistro. Have always experienced wonderful meals hear over the years,but i wish the menu changed items more..."
Lemon Tart
"Valentine's Day dinner. This was our second visit to La Luna and I must say highly anticipated after our first where the food was fantastic and..."
George M
"Crispy pork yes please. Wow the food here is so tasty. I had the crackling pork for main. It was cooked well and the crackling was nice and crispy...."
Ava
"My third & by far best visit to La Luna last night. The reason? The chefs choice banquet. Absolutely incredible value for money in an..."
Bill Granger
"Great lunch. Fantastic Sunday lunch. Our mains were cooked to perfection and full of delicious flavour. Servings are not huge, but so delish...."
Hamburglar
"Fabulous Steaks!. We had a celebration dinner at La Luna and it was superb! The service was professional, unobtrusive, friendly , and our waitress..."
Georgeandeileen
"Great place. Been here a bunch of times over the last 10 or so years, the food has been fantastic every time. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending it...."
Pekingducksoup
"Been dying to go to La Luna for quite a while now...Expectations were definitely met! Everything was spot on except one tiny thing I was given hot..."
Munch On Melbourne
"Nice find for us. We just finished lunch at La Luna and enjoyed it. The garlic prawns tasted like we were back in Spain (except it needs to be served..."
Rose Mercer
"Fabulous experience. The garlic prawns and beef tartare were superb. The 500g aged rump steak was beautiful, and the Mezza dessert platter exquisite...."
Karine
"Yeah expensive but worth it. Emphasis is all about the steak as it should be. Great place and will be back to try more delicious..."
Birdman
"Love it! Flavoursome food. Warm, friendly, attentive service. We arrived hungry and with high expectations. We left very full and extremely happy..."
Moose
"Absolutely fantastic. The service here was so great, each staff member took time to chat and ale us feel welcome. I took my mother here for her..."
Jacqui
"Exceptional steaks, wonderful menu & great service - world class - you must..."
Free Enterprise
"Favourite. Have been here several times now and have not been disappointed! Food is always fantastic and well presented, staff are helpful and..."
Norat
"Very pleased. I have wanted to eat here for ages. I was not disappointed. Attentive service, delicious food and warm atmosphere welcoming of young..."
Cat
"Enjoyable experience. Lovely food and service. We have been here a number of times and have always enjoyed the delicious food, from the gnocchi,..."
Arnottsmintslice
"Extremely Good - But Pricey. Sunday Lunch - our meats were cooked to perfection. As were the potatoes and the broccoli. The pancetta was too salty..."
Rita
"Not all was right. We have eaten at la Luna 3 times previously, always for dinner, this time for lunch. Food was excellent, as it always is,..."
Clyde Boyer
"What an absolute delight, when expectations about your meal is met. The food was as good as all the reviews I have read. Generous and very tasty food..."
Mosca
"We dined here last night to celebrate my husbands birthday and wow! Everything was amazing from the cocktails on arrival to desert! The house cures..."
Miss C
"Fantastic food and service. Quality which probably earns the price tag. Will be back for sure. Save room for the dessert tasting..."
Chopsticks
"Just delicious. Very highly recommended, every dish was fabulous... My partner got the pie and this was definitely the winner of the night. House..."
Megan M
"The bright Moon that shines over a quiet Carlton North. I have many reasons why I love this place but the most important one is that this restaurant..."
DutchyEatsWine
"Excellent. Superb meals. A lovely place to catch up with friends and enjoy a great meal. We love..."
Milli
"Beautiful. La Luna Bistro is a cosy and warmly lit restaurant on a lovely street, with very high quality food and talented chefs. My partner and I..."
Nicole Raynal
"Awesome. Came here for a friends birthday, staff were absolutely fantastic, customer service was was exceptional. The food is excellently presented,..."
Ben Morello
"Excellent food, the roast pork has an amazing crackling. Very friendly staff and good selection of..."
Andre
"Highly recommended. We travelled from Adelaide to dine at La Luna on the recommendation of a friend and I am happy to say it did not disappoint...."
JBN
"Came here for a Mother's Day lunch and was absolutely delighted. The food is delicious, although some portion sizes of the dishes weren't so great..."
EDB
"Great place!. As I'm a big fan of GCBC and visiting from Sydney, I made sure to book La Luna when catching up with friends in Melbourne. Even at the..."
Miffy7
"What a lovely evening we had at La Luna celebrating a friend's birthday. The food was excellent and the service from all staff superb. Thank you for..."
Gerhardus De Kock
"I visited here for my girlfriend's birthday with her parents a few days ago and we had an absolutely amazing evening. First off, the restaurant decor..."
Luke Nankervis
"Yum + Great Service. One of my favourite Melbourne restaurants, always good. Tasty, strong cocktails at good prices ($13.50), amazing steak,..."
Tenaglia
"It was delicious!!! Best steak I have had in a long..."
Mary Evangelakos
"YUM. Do yourself a favour and go! Absolutely delicious food. Thank..."
Abourne7
"Great bistro!. Had a really nice Sunday lunch at La Luna. The food was all very good. I especially enjoyed my hanger steak. The house Shiraz was also..."
Perez
"I love the environment, food and the culture of this..."
Yanina
"A must for all carnivores.. It's not hard to cook a steak. I cook steak four to five times a week, so one can imagine that over the years, I'd be..."
GetReal
"Perfect. Relaxed fine dining - the way it should..."
Michael Heffernan
"I took my parents to La Luna, who are not from Melbourne. We booked on a Sunday afternoon, end of lunch service. It was surprisingly very quiet and..."
Joann Smith
"Wonderful restaurant! The food is excellent, with high quality produce used, large portions and delicious flavour combinations. Extensive wine list...."
JJGG
"A place I will always come back to. So many places these days throw around the terms 'honest', 'home style' and 'paddock to plate' to the point that..."
Laurenm777
"9.5/10 - Amazing. First time here and I was simply blown away. Doesn't look like much on the outside but inside offers a warm dining experience. If..."
MyWisdomTeethHurt
"Une Belle Experience!. Wow, what a great evening we had. Thank you again to the lovely staff down at La Luna. A great meal. I was getting frustrated..."
Big Shot Tommy
"Another fantastic meal tonight! Garlic prawns are a must if they are on the menu! Even spotted Adrian lurking in the kitchen. Wave back next time!..."
RDY4ME
"Fantastic experience best steak in..."
Dr
"Perfect steak, wonderful service. What more could you want but a great steak perfectly cooked. Our family had a wonderful meal here recently. This..."
Yummy
"Still a Favourite. Visited La Luna on the weekend just passed, it was my first visit in a few years, and it reminded me that I must make it a shorter..."
HungryCat
"Stunning ... Don't miss this experience if you're in Melbourne. You know it's amazing when you should stop eating but just can't. Only regret is that..."
Leisa
"Nice enough. The service was great, but the food and price tag don't quite match up. I didn't know it was Adrian Richardsons place when I went and..."
Nik
"Our party cheered for the food!. We had a fantastic experience at La Luna as a party of 13 in the small private function room. It was a surprise for..."
Gourmate
"Fabulous! My husband had the gnocchi with pork ragout and I had the pepper encrusted hangar steak with spinach and salsa verde - OMG it was..."
High Expectation
"The best restaurant on rathdowne street. I've been here many times, you could never , ever complain about service, taste, or leaving..."
Brett Costa
"Spectacular!!. If you love meat like I do, this place is heaven! The cured meat tasting plate was delicious (pretty big, too!) The pork was..."
FoodFan
"Love Meat. Love meat? Love La Luna...."
Angus Jack Russell
"The chefs choice menu was amazing and the matched wines were very generous!..."
Sarah
"We went to la Luna for our anniversary and were not disappointed. Their staff provide an exceptional and personal service despite the restaurant..."
Glen Wallace
"Lovely food, service and atmosphere. Came here on a weekday for lunch and was surprisingly crowded. I ordered the double baked cheese souffle as a..."
Kell
"Have previously been here before a few times and also attended Feast on the Beast as part of the food festival 2 weeks back.Nothing short..."
RayJay
"Superb .....superb food ...superb service ...can't wait to come back again ...thanks Chloe and Lauren for great..."
Sam Rauda
"It never gets old!. I have been to La Luna at least 5 times over the past couple of years. I went again tonight and couldnt think it could get any..."
Grace Salemi Farchione
"Had the twice baked cheese soufflé and it was delicious. Also had the burger which was ok but the fries were a bit of a let down. Heaps of small..."
Sammy
"Yum food! Great personal service - will def go back. A little pricey but you walk out feeling content. Produce some of the freshest I have eaten to..."
Modsymod
"We went here on Saturday for my brothers 30th. The food was absolutely amazing. The duck was the best I have had. Service was 11/10. Very reasonably..."
Allison Montgomery
"Meat lover. Meat loves salt and salt loves meat and i love la..."
Red
"Love, love, love. Love La Luna. Don't know what else to say....food makes me feel warm and comfortable just like home, except, you know, it's about..."
Maebee
"I've been coming to La Luna for ever now, never fails, great concept, food is spot on and great wines to..."
Sarah Bear
"Amazing!. Any time someone asks for a great place to eat, for any occasion, this is the first place I recommend. Bloody fantastic non pretentious..."
Ocean Girl Charlie
"A rolling feast. Been here several times for functions upstairs and had the rolling banquet. All great food, but the entree dishes were my highlight...."
Alt-control
"Took my wife and two girls (6&8 yo) here for lunch for Mothers Day. Location is beautiful. We sat upstairs looking out a window onto the treetops...."
Tim Waters
"Flat Iron Steak. Really enjoyed it, you don't find a steak like this anywhere else. A nice balance between zesty and the taste of the meat. They take..."
Xikan
"Food and service was great! Ambience was perfect for anniversary dinner. Would def come..."
Pnb
"Love it. Went for lunch, my first time. Loved my burger! The girls are sensational, great service. We had a great..."
Veris
"One of my favourites. I love La Luna, one of my favourite places to eat in Melbourne. Consistent food & service. The staff are always friendly & well..."
Dianna
"Just had an amazing night ! Great food so balanced , full of full flavours and more than generous serves , true excellence in service ! Not pompous..."
Kerrie
"The food was amazing and the service was impeccable. Has a great atmosphere. This is the place to go if you are a meat..."
Angelique Renn
"For special occasions. Have been twice with my partner and friends in 2012. It has been a special meal both times. For those of you who only go out..."
KDchamp
"GREAT STEAKS. Best steaks I've had in a long time.Texan BBQ Beef rib was soft and tender and tasted great with the avocado salsa served with..."
Alex Barcenas
"Delicious!had the degust (share menu option) and it was amaze!i def enjoyed all the entrees more than the mains as by then I was too full to savour..."
Fat_kid
"Well, finally got to go here tonight. place is awesome,we started with drinks, and the waitress's were fantastic easy going, wernt annoying over..."
Kate Procter
"Absolutely superb!! Food was sensational, as was the service. Could not fault them. We thoroughly enjoy La Luna every time. Highly..."
Gertrude
"Blokes night out. Went there with 5 mates and had great steak and red wine. Service wasn't really on the radar on this occasion, but it was good. We..."
Nick
"I Love this place and I love Michael!!. What can i say! This has to be by far my absolutely favourite place to eat. From savoury to sweet everything..."
Wadette Mouawad
"For me, La Luna epitomises what i love about Melbourne dining. Great service, great food, without the ridiculous prices (except for the $17.50 pb..."
Iceman
"Very tasty. I had the roast pork and my girlfriend had the slow cooked Moroccan chicken. We also went for a side of broccoli. Serving sizes are very..."
Tristan Morrissey
"A dinning favourite. A great restaurant that I seem to come back to year after year. Service staff are friendly, the ambience is cosy and relaxed. I..."
Vickdog
"Opulent meat feast. Absolutely divine dinner for a birthday party of 7.Garlic and chilli prawns bathed in a pool of golden buttery goodness to..."
Colossus
"Beautiful!. My favorite steak place! Beautiful, tasty and juicy steak. Wonderful 4 cheese souffle and a delicious bombe alaska. Have been here..."
Jason Yoong Chang
"Great steak. Nice bustling Restaraunt - with supurb..."
ED
"This is one of my favourite places to eat in Melbourne I always know I will have a great meal and there is always something different on offer. This..."
Christine Bruse
"Quality food and service. Very impressed and food was simple but bursting with flavor? Will definitely be..."
Rocsta
"Drunk on Flavour!. I had a Sunday lunch with 11 people who were all highly impressed with the food. It was sensational! We had a terrific day here. I..."
Im_Hungry
"We came as a family to celebrate our daughter's 18th birthday and was greeted by the most amazing waitress. The service was outstanding and the meals..."
Marie Moore
"Excellent location I really like this part of Carlton , the food is excellent, fantastic service and bought the..."
Dc007
"Beautiful food. Went there for a anniversary, the food again was delicious, it was second time at la Luna, I had the ribeye which melted in my mouth,..."
Brendan Pangallo
"Loved every part of the dining experience at La Luna! from the starters to the dessert platter I was continually amazed by each dish! Lovely and..."
Nat
"Classy and delicious. My bestie and I had a wonderful dinner at La Luna Bistro last night. This is the sort of bistro you dream of finding- elegant..."
Yummy Mummy
"Beautiful staff! Really lovely service which made it all so comfortable! Liked it! But probably won't be returning anytime soon! Sunday night..."
Laura Fiera
"Second visit here last night. Had always wanted to return since our first amazing meal. This meal was no different. Absolutely exceptional...."
Daisy
"We LOVED everything about our experience at La Luna! From Adrian being in the kitchen where you could see him, and where you could see how he was..."
Cathy
"Excellent service and very tasty dishes...produce is nothing extraordinary but how it is cooked and served is definitely very unique and..."
Sparky
"I'm hard to please but I liked it!. Taken to La Luna for our birthdays we were ever so pleased to be shouted out. I was a little worried about the..."
Allan
"Great Experience. My husband and I had a wonderful Friday night dinner at La Luna last week. The food was great, the wait staff friendly and the..."
Ilana
"Meataterians delight!. I have been to La Luna on many occasions and consistently enjoyed the food and service. This is definitely a..."
Ruby-Jean
"Had a family dinner at La Luna Bistro last night. As a big fan of Adrian Richardson i was really excited about finally getting to dine here. In terms..."
Kate Dougherty
"Charcuterie to start with was suberb. Rump was a bit tough but that is the nature of that cut but flavour great and perfwctly cooked. Wine list a bit..."
James Blackmore
"So so good. Absolutely enjoyed everything. Had the 6 course set menu highlight being the housemade cured meats and the dry aged porterhouse. Will..."
Belly On
"Love it. I hav been to this resteraunt about half a dozen times and they nail it every single time.My favorite on the menu is the rolled..."
Shaunytea
"Went there for Mothers Day dinner, and it was great! Service was excellent couldn't fault it at all and very friendly. Food was great and wasn't..."
Beanie
"Nice hidden gem in Rathdowne Village - good find. Really top quality food! Entrees were superb in general. The cheese souffle is superb and..."
Omnidragon
"In love with this place!. Omg...I'm so in love with this place now! First time here on Mother's day, service was very good and food was just superb!!..."
Koube
"Exceptional dining experience. I had dinner at the wonderful place last night with 3 other friends and I have to say, it's been one of the best meals..."
Fluffy Penguin
"Charming bistro with some delicious steaks! The dry aged beef is worth ordering and is quickly (alas) devoured. The chili butter prawns are a..."
Dep Derp
"Another wonderful experience at La Luna. Only slight dissapointment was the beef carpaccio was made with cured meat and not raw - still tasty but..."
Rochelle Rosette
"Really enjoyed La Luna, our table did not fault one thing. Lovely food , well cooked, we' ll be..."
Anth
"Very hearty and satisfying meal at La Luna on Sunday night. Started with cheese souffle followed by suckling pig special and the dessert platter to..."
Tange
"Took my staff here for Christmas lunch. Great food and terrific service. Had the twice cooked duck...great. Took my wife there for our anniversary...."
Peter
"V impressed!!!. Just had a great lunch with my mother as part of the Melbourne Food Festival express lunch deal. At $35 for two courses, a glass of..."
Roxette
"Outstanding experience. Great food, best tasting home made bread, and desert was amazing. Had Creme brulee and choc pudding. Definitely coming..."
Yummy
"Absolutely sensational. Outstanding service from the staff. Outstanding flavours from the chef. Looking forward to dining here again..."
Paul Leighton
"We will definitely be coming here again. Food was great, service was outstanding and Adrian didn't seem bothered at all by all the patrons wanting to..."
Sally Leo
"Consistently outstanding. What makes La Luna a winner is the simple formula of great food and genuinely friendly service. It has been a stalwart of..."
Laura W
"Will go there again.... Went to La Luna Bistro with my friend for his farewell dinner. Environment and service was good. Although they kinda screwed..."
Christopher
"Fantastic restaurant! I got the pork n it was so tasty, my husband had a steak he said one of the best steaks ever, we will def be..."
Daniela Di Silvio
"Decent food, but wouldn't scream amazing from the roof tops! Food was good quality but not so great that I would be running back. If you eat out a..."
Thatgirl
"Pork that melts in your mouth. The Crackling roll of roast pork with slow cooked beans, cabbage & fennel is to die for! One of the best pork dish..."
Chompz
"Absolutely amazing! Great knowledgeable service, meeting the man was a bonus..."
Aj
"Great food...however.... My fiancé and I went on Sunday night for our anniversary (27/11) and the food was the absolute best I have ever had in my..."
ACulinaryTreat
"Wonderful meal, wonderful staff. Went to La Luna last nite and it was a cold and rainy nite too, so I was pleasantly surprised the moment we walked..."
Gordie Reid
"Delicious but..... I went to La Luna for dinner with my partner and upon entering it looked like whoever had decorated the place had not finished...."
FoodLover1986
"The food, atmosphere and service are faultless! I have to say, it was one of the best steaks I have ever eaten, even better than steakhouses in..."
Moccy
"Every birthday, anniversary and date night, my partner and I go to La Luna. Reliably amazing and delicious food. Eat a steak here and you'll never go..."
Emma Chow
"Steak. I only just started to eat steak rare after eating here. Amazing! It melts in your mouth. So good that it does not need any of there sauces!..."
Janice Fox
"Meat meat and more meat. Bring it on !! Love every aspect of this place. Food is tip top and so is the service. Very enjoyable night. Thank you Mr..."
Check Please
"Re Raw Meat Review. I don't normally make comment on reviews or post on line reviews, I love on line reviews & food bloggers. But I cannot..."
Douglas Thompson
"Lovely Luna. Although La Luna is a bit outside my area of residence, I would be more than happy to make the trip. I have been craving their special..."
Fiona-May
"Amazing. La Luna Bistro would have to be my favourite restaurant in Melbourne. Every time the food is delicious and the staff and wonderful. Cannot..."
Mmmcupcake
"Deeelicious!. My dad and I went here for my belated birthday dinner and in one word it was delicious! Although the service started a little shakily,..."
Fiona Rowe
"First class. I dined at La Luna last night and it was a wonderful culinary experience. From the moment we walked in the staff were so attentive and..."
Caitie Pie
"One of Melbournes top restaurants. Specialty is pork and beef - both meats cured on site. Never had a bad dish here after 20+ meals over 5 years. Not..."
Ross Elliott
"Wonderful. Just enjoyed a great Saturday lunch. Food was excellent, the pork specialties are worth the visit and the steak and duck superb - topped..."
Darren
"Wonderful,Amazing,Could not fault one thing!. My boyfriend and I dined here on Friday night we are massive fans of Adrians and we had high..."
Giselle Hawkings
"Super lunch spot. My favorite restaurant for a lazy lunch away from the cbd lunchtime hysteria. A wonderful menu, excellent wine list and..."
Andrew
"Great steak......but. I really do like La Luna, this was maybe my 6th visit service always good. My disappointment this time was that my porterhouse,..."
Peter
"Steak it up. My third visit and we love the place.Adrian is a genuine nice bloke and I love what he is about.The lamb pie entree is..."
Trippentheplanet
"Go get your meat fix. This is a gem. There is nothing more impressive than walking into a restaurant and seeing the owner/chef on site, let alone..."
Foodiegourmet
"Excellent steak! Between our group we tried the rib eye, the porterhouse and the fillet steak and all were cooked to perfection. If you are a fan of..."
Zan
"Didnt quite hit the mark, but will be back to try again. Having been recommended many times, i decided it was time to try La Luna.I went with 3..."
Classic
"All i can say is amazing. It has been a long time between GOOD steaks, and la luna deliverd, a perfectly "cooked" blue steak, with meat that melted..."
AZK
"Vegan? Vegetarian? Forget about it.. One of my favourites. Been twice: once for the degustation, once for lunch. Was impressed both times. I'd say..."
Chris
"Best bolognese ever!. Most delicious gnocchi bolognese ever, just looking for an excuse to go..."
Bridie Murphy
"Met for a meeting here as the Rathdowne Food Store was closed on mid week nights. My colleague ordered rump steak on a bed of mash. She commented it..."
GregFresser
"A bit disapointing. Service was great. Location excellent. Should have been a great lunch for the 5 boys. But on a quiet Thursday afternoon, the..."
Mike B
"Been here twice in the last week, both times were fantastic. Consistant service, everything on the menu is spot on, can't go past a great steak..."
Tracey Hall
"Great food and consistency. Go for the..."
Mike
"Visited for the first time the other day. Very impressed. Service was solid and the meals were delicious. Courses were well spaced out as well. 8/10..."
Sanka
"Two words, kick..."
Lucas Smith
"Another delicious meal. Dropped by for the chargrilled steak, medium rare. The texture was terrific (it was a filet mignon...) Next time I'll get the..."
Jrgnsn_tjf
"I love this place. Each time I go I think to my self there is not a lot on the menu that I'd actually eat. After I have eaten I want to book again. I..."
John B
"Delightful. Go for breakfast! I couldn't get a table at Black Ruby one day and we ended up going here for breakfast. I would highly recommend it. may..."
Paul
"Great steaks!! And the mezze dessert is wonderful as well. Fantastic service and a good vin list tops it off. Love..."
Lisa
"Suckling pig.... I've only done breakfast here, but it was sensational. It's quite a fancy restaurant, but don't be scared off coming here for your..."
Hannah Babble
Bomba
90/100 (2865 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Octopus
Salad
Paella
Crab
Seafood Paella
Scallops
Patatas Bravas
Duck
Croquettes
Oyster
Quail
Calamari
Lamb
Fish
Tapas
Pork
Ribs
Prawns
Beef
Toasts
Sit down
Mediterranean
Spanish
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Seating
Table Service
Full Bar
After-hours
Drinks
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Great food and fantastic ambiance in the restaurant . Rooftop bar was a bit loud and cramped but everything about the dining downstairs ticked the..."
Annika Finch
"The service and food was amazing.... Ever dish was so tasty and well prepared and our waitress was always making sure everything was fine and we were..."
Kim Stolke
"The food was delicious. It was such a flavour sensation. An absolute delight for the senses. Very friendly & helpful staff. I reccomend the beef..."
Jo Moore
"Love this place. Always fabulous staff and the view is to die for. So good it's hard to pull yourself away to actually go and eat! Cocktails are..."
Kerryn McConachy
"Fantastic tapas and service. Cheese and leek croquettes were heavenly, and the lamb paella to die for!! Highly..."
Aimee Udall
"Loved it.We had the $50 set menu.Amazing food and a really good wine list too.Will definitely come back.Sucha great and cosy..."
Joanne Austin
"Had my bucks party at bomba last week (Thursday,12th) with 20 other mates, have to say I had an amazing night!! They looked after us really well. I..."
Dilip Sarkhell
"We opted for the set menu, requesting the only change to be for the natural oyster in the first course. WOW! The food and service were beyond..."
Michelle Symes
"Incredible food and super friendly staff. Do yourself a favour and try this awesome place. We will definitely be..."
Hayley Jane
"Perfect ambience, attentive staff and fabulous food - our first Melbourne dinner experience and we weren’t disappointed. Thanks for a great..."
Tracy McGrath
"Simply my fave rooftop bar, vermouth menu & not to mention superb food &..."
Rachel Blazé
"Loved the food, the wine, the service & the atmosphere. One of the best Spanish in town, actually maybe the..."
Stefan Armentano
"We were meant to eat at Bomba after the Adele concert on Sunday, however, didn't make our booking so decided to visit for lunch the next day. The..."
Charis Pixie Uppal
"Great food and atmosphere, although tables are pretty close together. We are gluten intolerant and we were catered to brilliantly with lots of yummy..."
Jennifer Bush
"This place was amazing, fantastic food, we were there for a birthday and had the banquet, great value, was very accomadating for food..."
Cathy Covino
"Great to see Bomba Rooftop still going strong on our recent after works drinks visit. A good range of tap beer and some delightful looking cocktails..."
Espy Eats
"What a fabulous find for a pre theatre drink and snack in a cracker venue. I went G and T with a chicken cheese and chilli delicious toastie...."
Check Please
"Great casual dining venue with a delicious menu. Large portion sizes. Espresso Martini was on point and a great way to kick start the evening. Great..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"Rooftop menu has a good selection of cocktails, mocktails, craft beers and tap. Limited tapas menu, but enough to be satisfying. Does require..."
Affogato Addiction
"A nice and cozy roof top bar with a chill vibe. Tapas are good portions as snacks. Drinks are somewhat reasonably priced. Staff were..."
Natalie
"Another lunch time favourite close to work. Been here a few times with the team and usually go for worker’s lunch. Great food at a great..."
RM
"In Summer, nothing beats a rooftop bar on a warm, balmy night and Melbourne has plenty to choose from. Bomba at the top end of town is one of my..."
Morgs71
"Really wonderful atmosphere at night, and ambience. The taps was amazing, each dish is well thought out and unique. We took interstate..."
Stephanie
"Have a really great evening there. Was celebrating my wedding anniversary with my partner. The atmosphere on the rooftop is great! Fresh air, good..."
Irischt
"I haven’t been here for a while so my partner and I dropped in here for s drink. The service is good and friendly. The views are great..."
Timinmelbourne
"Love a good rooftop bar experience and Bomba is one of the best. Their menu isn't super veg friendly, but they do havea few good bar bites including..."
Quince And Cheese
"We came here for drinks after work and the atmosphere was really good! It does get packed after 5pm so head down a bit early if you want a seat! The..."
Thebrunchgirls
"A well-designed and cosy rooftop with much better local beer on tap than other "big-named" rooftops. Chic but unpretentious crowd (especially..."
Anguli Mala
"The menu was extensive and there was a lot to chose from! The drinks were all very interesting and tasty with each having a unique flair. They were..."
The.Top.Lifestylee
"Really nice place for drinks. I would definitely go there again when the warmer weather hits. The cocktail list is small but they are quite good. Try..."
Mira Listar
"Finally got to try this place!The rooftop was amazing, a great vibe even midweek, was quiet buzzing around 7 pm and the views were nice... the..."
Lanaa
"Newly refurbished and twice the original size, this rooftop bar on the 5th floor is a great place for cocktails and views of the city. It gets pretty..."
Freeo
"BOMBA reopened in July this year, after a major renovation, and we’re happy to report that the revamp has made the venue even better than..."
The City Lane
"Staff - amazing , food - incredible . A lovely experience and bth the salads and meat were so yummy. Massive wine list with such good prices!..."
Amy Kate
"Small, atmospheric and clearly very popular. It isn’t hard to see why though, as the service is quick and friendly, the range of booze is more than..."
Onara
"Really nice atmosphere on Friday after work. Very nice wines and tapas however quite pricey for what you get and left feeling hungry. I would..."
AnotherAsianAbroad
"Cool place cute small place. Nice crowd and good drinks staff very helpful and professional didn’t have the tapas. But next time I will And..."
Ramskil Thomas
"Nice rooftop bar with good drinks and finger food. Little cramped due to the layout so may need to get there early on a summers day. Nice place to..."
Michael Dunne
"I've nothing but love for this awesome rooftop/terrace bar. Midweek it can be very suitey but hey it's in the city so can't be avoided! The nibbles..."
Tomlovestoeat
"Bomba is one of my absolute favourite places in Melbourne. Whether it be tapas and drinks on the rooftop or paella downstairs, it seems I never want..."
Liv
"I've been here for drinks several times and it's always buzzing on the rooftop, so much so you will most likely have to stand. This used to be the..."
Good Food Good Mood
"A nice place to chill and look at the view. We had the sangria hug and it is good for those who don't want a strong taste. The ladies serving were..."
Jennitals
"This week @bombabar we experienced being like a Spaniard, feasting on their Spanish tapas cuisine and various Sherry choices accompanying the..."
Split The Bill
"Came for an afternoon drink and dinner with an out of town friend. Restaurant downstairs was booked out for a Good Food event so we headed up to the..."
Got_2_lunch
"Good treasure in Melbourne! We had Gin Mare and a portuguese beer, Super Bock, with Tapas: Patatas Bravas, Lamb Ribs and Croquetas. Delicious! Very..."
Sara Melo
"Great atmosphere, good bar tenders and good vibes. rooftop is a tad smaller so on a busy friday evening or even on the day when sun is out, it gets a..."
FatKidAtHeart
"I would recommend the rooftop but not so much the food. We ordered the set menu and only about half the dishes were enjoyable. With all the great..."
Matt
"The best bartenders are the ones who introduce you to a drink they think you'll like, and you end up loving it. The girl who made my drink is an..."
Joi Dutta-Chavan
"One of the best Spanish meals that I had in Australia. Yes it's a little pricy but Spanish food is about the product and Bomba uses them. We had the..."
Predator
"Excellent food and wine, and service to match! I love the tapas here and I highly recommend the paellas. We shared a fresh seafood paella paired with..."
Food Comatose
"My new go-to rooftop bar in Melbourne. Great vibe, nice staff, beautiful views and delicious espresso martinis. Take someone here you want to..."
Dee
"Came for a late night cocktail. Great cocktails. Very loud and crowded but that comes with a decent venue that knows how to mix drinks to a..."
JT Esse
"The biggest problem I encounter with Melbourne tapas restaurants is that portions perpetually seem too small. Just as with Melbournian street food..."
MelbourneFoodPaparazza
"This was my final stop from my $1 YuMeal run in the city. As this was a one hour event for one day only there are only so many restaurants you can..."
Sandy Pok
"Google search found this, busy lunch on Friday, got a table when two just finished up. On the counter by the kitchen so got to see it work which we..."
Undermoney
"The little brother of the ground level establishment, great atmosphere and good layout. Limited tapas menu , extraordinary drinks menu. Overall a..."
Nick The Greek
"I went to bomba with my friends for dinner Amazing food and service, friendly staff,will come back for sure,never knew about this place..."
Gurpreet Singh Hayer
"After work drink crowd makes the most of this compact roof top space. With Pol Roger available by the glass at $19 we didn't try the cocktails..."
Vanilla
"Really good place for a quiet drink and bite after work. Laid back atmosphere and decent prices. Could probably do with an extra staff..."
Beau James
"One of Melbourne's great rooftop spots. Food isn't cheap but it is tasty. Tapas at altitude is a great experience. Service is very good. Looking..."
ThePrestonProwler
"Great atmosphere , hidden gem!!!. Went here with friends for tapas and drinks... Great little place hidden away ! Perfect for summer drinks and..."
Foodaddict
"Really really nice restaurant!!! The food was really good and tasty.. The kitchen is nice, clean and open. The paella was beautiful! Good service!..."
Pesca
"One of Melbourne's best. This place consistently ticks all the boxes for a top night out. Excellent bar staff, delicious tapas and a cool atmosphere...."
This Diner Is Anonymous
"We had a work function booking for 25 ppl On a Monday evening frI'm 6.00pm. One lone barman. The rooftop was packed in our arrival. Cocktails were..."
Den R
"WONDERFUL SERVICE. Came here with a friend for some late night drinks. The lady at the bar was SO nice and was happy to help out with our choice of..."
Iheartcafe's
"Drunken arrival turned into fun coNov with three bar legends who knew their drinks... great night thanks girl with bob, peter and arwen..."
Christianz
"Excellent tapas and amazing cocktails!!! Will definitely be back..."
GB F And W
"Amazing cocktails, the one with lavender was perfect. Tapas food very good, especially patatas bravas and lamb skewer. Bar staff seemed to really..."
Fattybombatty
"Had snacks in mind before we went to a late night film. Stumbled across bomba and saw a few tasty menu options. Unfortunately downstairs was packed..."
Vinnie Robinson
"Great little rooftop space. Bartender with the bob was a stunner. Such charisma. Great drinks. This place is a..."
Jeremy Smart
"Drinks with the crew tonight and dinner at Bomba Downstairs before this. It was very crowded when we arrived but we were the last ones to leave and..."
Evelovelle
"This is a photoview post (contains mostly photos..."
Spoonfuls Of Wanderlust
"Overall, I thought the food at Bomba was very good and must say that it is now my favourite Spanish tapas restaurant in Melbourne. I really do...."
The Hungry Excavator
"The Aylesbury Restaurant has gone back to its Spanish roots and has reopened as Bomba Tapas Bar.  The restaurant is in good hands, with Jesse Gerner..."
Gastrology
"We ordered set menu- $65/pp. Great food & good portion (4/5 ⭐️). We found it quiet interesting(?) that sourdough bread was part of the starters..."
Joey Lim
"Food here is great though on the pricier side, especially for some of the tapas which are priced individually. Drinks were fair but probably not to..."
Kevin Chau
"A friend recommended this place so I booked it for my lil sisters birthday dinner and it was absolutely amazing! Had a great view, great food and..."
Aimee Schmidt
"$65 set menu - great food (4/5). I thought it was excellent value for the sheer amount of food and the variety. We also ordered extra bone marrow..."
A M
"From the team behind Añada, Bomba was born. Serving also tapas-style Spanish cuisine, Bomba felt a lot more casual. We ordered the chargrilled..."
Angel Khong
"Dimly lit during night time, Bombabar was a good place to catch up with friends, bustling with laughter and loud conversation. We had an early..."
Angela Fraga
"🧀 Ricotta Chive Montadito, Goats Cheese and Garlic Croquette, 7+ Score De Palma Wagyu Cecina 🐙 WA Octopus, Eggplant, Charcoal Grilled Pork..."
Stephanie Rose
Palermo
90/100 (363 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Steakhouse
Steakhouse
Argentinian
Argentinian
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Suckling Pig
Croquettes
Lamb
Fish
Pork
Beef
Salad
Oyster
Sit down
Argentinian
Steakhouse
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"We went to Palermo for dinner and we were blown away with the flavours, the atmosphere, the music, the wine and specially the service. Our waiter..."
Miguel Bellido
"We were 8 people and a last minute booking. Very welcoming with bubbly attentative service. We had a set menu with each dish so full of flavour and..."
Jennifer Michelsson
"Great service. The wait staff were fantastic. The food was to die for. And the cocktail?..."
Tanya Morris
"The food and the service is fantastic, the place has a good vibe and a great wine..."
Adam Adamopoulos
"We came for my birthday dinner on the 23rd after our friend highly recommended the restaurant. I can honestly say it was the best meat I have ever..."
Alexa Dolley
"Loved loved loved Palermo. We had an early dinner here after the theatre. Have eaten at San Telmo several times and it was just as good if not..."
Karen Mitchell
"Can’t say enough about this restaurant. great ambiance delicious food. Great little wine..."
David Gray
"Go there...It is a fantastic place to eat with friends... Art De Dente- It is the Dental surgery for you-Calming and the most advanced clinic with..."
Mini Ravindran
"Fantastic beautiful steak !!great service staff the..."
Lee Kennedy
"Thank you to the wonderful staff for accomodating my family. Loved the ambiance and food was divine, we will definitely be returning...."
Jessica Saker
"Went for lunch today and thought the food was great. Ordered a range of food to try and share. Wasn’t disappointed. No room for dessert though...."
Chris Shanahan
"Thanks Johnny and Paul, for an incredible night. Was awesome. You picked us awesome food. Cheers..."
Jimmy Henry
"Mouth watering beef served up! Delicious. Palermo is a must try CBD..."
Susan Butt
"One of our favourite restaurants! Love everything from the menu to the service. Can’t wait till you..."
AEC
"Got put onto Palermo when i failed to book a seat and their sister restaurant San Telmo.After dining at San Telmo for several years i found the..."
Funky
"The eye fillet steak was tender melt in your mouth with such a delicious chargrilled taste that adding anything to it was a sin. Did not disappoint,..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"My friend and I ate here at the end of last year, and had no problem getting a table. Service was amazing as soon as we walked in: friendly but not..."
This Diner Is Anonymous
"Absolutely stunning ambience, amazing food and great customer service! We had a wonderful 1st dining experience at Palermo, especially with their..."
KP
"Excellent option to try South American cuisine. The food is very tasty and innovative. The meat option are great but I would ensure you try the fish..."
Srslyfoods
"One of the best meat house I’ve been too, the service was on point. Food was full of flavours, the meat was cook perfectly. Would come back here..."
Truccie
"Went here for dinner with friends. My goodness this place is Amazing! We shared a selection of South American dishes, Wine & enjoyed a high quality..."
Freezinghot
"My new favourite place in the city! Went here on a whim as we were passing it and it seemed intriguing. I've actually been to San Telmo its sibling..."
Alisha
"Really good steak! We ordered the beef empanadas and provolone cheese to start with. Both delicious and full of flavour. For mains we ordered the..."
Whatdoyafeellike
"Wonderful dinner last night at Palermo. We had booked for a birthday/date night back in June but the restaurant had to close for renovations.  The..."
Peter Backwell
"Actually: 4.5A sister restaurant of one my favourite restaurants (San Thelmo). It definitely did not disappoint. From the booking to..."
Mzlanah
"Went here for our anniversary and had a very enjoyable night. My partner and I tend to order with our eyes and we were spoiled for choice. Although..."
Wearekimleaf
"Pros: the enpanadas especially the beef one was scrumptious. I was skeptical about having prunes with beef but the prunes are quite subtle and..."
Linda
"The hip neighbourhood of Palermo boasts some of the best steak in the world (Don Julio recently entering the top 50) so it was only fitting they..."
Mustard
"Had a wonderful time at Palermo. The staff were lovely, and the food was delicious. We had the eye fillet and the smoked cauliflower (which was..."
Fatcat
"He service was outstanding. A handsome guy were exposing the menu in detail to us. And giving us recommendations for portion when we order gilled..."
Echooooooo
"Boyfriend and I dined here on one of our very first dates so Palermo holds a very special place in my heart. At the time, Palermo was newly opened..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"Waiter was friendly and provided great service, atmosphere was nice too. We’ve been to San Telmo too so found that the food was very similar but..."
Jen
"The experience we had in Palermo last night was great. We were lucky to be introduced to the amazing and very knowledgeable host/waiter/bartender..."
Vinh Q Dang
"I went to Palermo with a friend after discovering it was part of the San Telmo/Asado family. 3 from 3 for me! Great dinner and atmosphere. I would..."
Blefdot
"Practically the twin sister of San Telmo. We had a dinner here for 10 people, so we ordered the set menu. The patatas bravas were fantastic, and so..."
Wandering Ella
"I went to Palermo last Sunday night with my roommate who comes from China, we find it in google map, which is near from our apartment. we two arrived..."
Phoebe Zhang
"4.5I'm a big fan of San Telmo so when my friend suggested Palermo for dinner, I was eager in anticipation for what was in store. The night..."
Hello. Imnikki
"Great ambiance, great food and great service. Can't go wrong with a steakhouse! Make sure you get the empanadas, croquetas, sausage, steak (of..."
I Have A Reservation
"Highly recommend the beef tartare for starters and the wagyu ribeye MBS 9 as the main to share. Good service, environment, food. No..."
Becky
"One of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne at the moment, have literally dined here over 15 times this year, the food is always on point, and..."
Jay
"Dinner for two on a Friday night and the vibe was great. It wasn’t a full house, however it was decently busy. We were sat at our tables and the..."
Catherine
"Loved our dinner at Palermo. Our large group had the set menu and it was awesome. A great selection and plenty to round. Highlights included the..."
Custardbun
"Having visited San Telmo in the past and loving it, we were excited to try Palermo, one of its sister restaurants. In short, we had an excellent..."
JM
"High quality service and second to none food. The staff were great at recommending food and wine. Would definitely recommend the sweet potato to have..."
Simon Hunt
"Palermo is an Argentinian Steakhouse in the city. You might notice some similarities from their sister restaurant San Telmo. The décor is classy and..."
Olive Sundays
"I came here to treat myself after work and get a taste of Argentinian food. I entered and left like I was very special; the host offered to take my..."
Mark Boyce
"Amazing dining experience, from the food to the service, atmosphere and drinks- everything was perfect! Standouts were the beef tartare, empanadas,..."
Линси
"Palmero honestly took my breath away. The service there was absolutely divine with our waiter introducing us to the menu and giving us background to..."
W
"Absolutely fantastic visit to Palermo on a Friday night. I recommend booking in as they do get very busy, we arrived at 8:15 and the restaurant was..."
Sarah Vo
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Mahmood.symits
"The food is amazing however if your ordering from the grill your In for a lengthy wait but it is worth it! Service is a little slow on drink orders..."
Samantha Riely
"We ordered the flank steak and the striploin. Both steaks arrived beautiful and medium rare. The steaks were tender and flavourful and beautifully..."
Willtravelforfood17
"I came here for my birthday on Saturday night with my boyfriend. I just want to say every single one of our dishes were absolutely delicious! We will..."
Suz
"I’m a cheese lover so of course I ordered the Provoleta. I highly recommend it ! Enough for 2 to share . The meat was well cooked and soooo tender...."
Miss T.A
"We went for a function, so perhaps it's different for your average diner, but this place is amazing. Great food, great service, and so cosy and..."
Spicynoise
"Brilliant! Having been to San Telmo I was expecting a similar deal at Palermo, even the neon sign is identical. Spacious and a great fitout. Food..."
Lucas Kowalski
"This was a fantastic meal. The service was exceptional from the very start. I didn’t have an opportunity to take pictures but the kingfish ceviche..."
Luke Purcell
"Top resturant this. probably preferred this too San Telmo. we had the special pork to start & followed up with the lamb rump & hanger steak..."
Ben McDuffie
"My daughter and I had a delightful experience at Palermo. Surprised at how sparsely populated the room was. However the service and food were..."
Peter W
"Been here twice including Valentine's day with the missus. Great food and vibe. Recommend the croquetas, ojo de bife, broccolini side, zanahorias..."
Muzzing Panda
"It’s all about the meat. Argentinian restaurant so if you are after the big veggie dinner you’d better look elsewhere. Five of us in a friendly..."
Gerd
"Have been here several times now, and have never been disappointed. Palermo has converted me on skirt steak, and ordering a full rib eye is a must..."
Tom Wilkinson
"Firstly, the service here was so friendly, it was a big positive as soon as we entered. They were also helpful with the menu, and drinks. The food..."
Lisa Giles
"Thoroughly enjoyed dinner at Palermo. Very similar in style to its sister restaurant, San Telmo, Palermo has a Argentinian inspired menu with a large..."
Kate Dougherty
"Came here a few days ago for dinner, and loved every bit of it. The service we received was brilliant, mainly due to the recommendations our waitress..."
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"In the same spirit and from the stable of San Telmo and Pastuso, Palermo was able to still surprise me with Argentinian dishes which I haven't had..."
Hungry Ronin
"Delicious food, great service and some nice ambience. Would definitely recommend the fried broccoli - not a fan usually but I gulped these down in a..."
Brekkycakes
"What a great experience all round.First off - Josh, our waiter, what an absolute gem. Every recommendation was excellent, service was..."
HospoHead
"Food was delicious and well executed. There was a little wait in between courses but we didn't mind it. We ordered the corn empanada, white fish..."
Hangry Horace
"Named after the funky Buenos Aires suburb, which in turn was named after Saint Benedict of Palermo, Sicily, Palermo Melbourne sets out to capture the..."
The City Lane
"Absolutely top notch. Went there and layed it on thick with a couple of the raw dishes followed by meat meat meat. Loved the way the kitchen was open..."
JDP79
"Ate at Palermo a few days ago with a group of friends (about 8 of us), it was faultless and amazing. Great service and spectacular food. Not being an..."
Patrick Baird
"Really enjoyed our meal, the skirt steak was delicious and tender. All dishes perfect for sharing. We sat at the kitchen bar and watched the charcoal..."
Kathy Yu
"Food and ambience were generally good but it took over an hour for our ribs and steak to arrive. Our server was very friendly and attentive though...."
AF
"From the team behind Melbourne’s lauded San Telmo and Pastuso, Palermo is an exciting new addition to Melbourne’s dining scene. The restaurant..."
Gastrology
"I have never been to a restaurant where the staff is so courteous and conscious about the perfection of the food and willing go above and beyond to..."
Darshil Mehta
"I have found a new place to add to my favourites. Everything was spot on. Food was incredible - all dishes I had were mouthwatering but my top pick..."
Lina
"Wonderful service, excellent dietary accommodations. The veg and sides were phenomenal. Unfortunately the dry aged cuts had run out by the end of the..."
Stan Domeshok
"Just booked that primo packages to celebrate my love one's birthday tonight and everything was fully satisfy. Good ambience and super friendly..."
Nope Not Today
"Great food and service too! We were very looked after. Food came promptly not much waiting between. Everything was well cooked and flavoured. Lovely..."
Sandy L
"I mean Wow. Very good experience. The food was cooked to perfection and it was top quality and fresh. Service was fast and friendly. It s highly..."
bob sam
"It's a nice fine restaurant with several beautiful signature dishes. The appetizer pan grilled cheese is crispy at top and soft at the bottom. The..."
chinupguy
"By far my favourite restaurant in Melbourne. The food is made on open fire, which gives it that “oh damn! that is good” taste. I would highly..."
Handre Louw
Lupino Bistro And Bar
90/100 (1570 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Octopus
Salad
Tortellini
Chili
Tortelloni
Crab
Prosciutto
Duck
Arancini
Risotto
Croquettes
Mussels
Lamb
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Swordfish
Antipasti
Ribs
Ragu
Prawns
Vitello tonnato
Agnolotti
Eggplant
Tiramisu
Pasta
Meatballs
Sit down
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"A bit pricey but consistently good. Friendly service with helpful..."
Jerry MacMaren
"Enjoyed a birthday celebration and couldn't have picked a better place. No frills such as linen table clothes but the service and food were..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"Friendly and attentive service, delicious and comforting food. The menu selection was minimal, but every dish was thoughtfully designed with well..."
Avery
"It’s just..."
Zakibites
"A friend recommended we try Lupino, and we're so glad we did. The food was delicious and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Can't wait..."
E.N
"I love Lupino...."
Shuangwujasmine
"Exceptional food with good vibes..."
Sarah Chen
"I know this restaurant since back in the day when I used to live in Melbourne. Lupino has been consistently delivering high quality Italian food and..."
Rere_86
"Wanting to try something a little different, I decided on the Beetroot Agnolotti ($27), and I’m happy to say that my gamble paid off. The..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"Great food and service, however the butter for the bread is served as individually plastic wrapped Western Star Butter. This is not conscious of the..."
Food Lover
"Preferred the mushroom risotto over the blue swimmer spaghetti but were both cooked perfectly al dente and well seasoned! Rocket salad was a good..."
Milla Vanilla
"Love the cute place. Very welcoming staff. Everything on the menu sounded delicious even though how small the variety is. It’s definitely not a bad..."
Melbourne, Let’s Eat
"I'm finding that places with smaller menus tend to have better food and Lupino is no exception. First came the complimentary bread and butter and..."
The Pet Roo
"Wonderfully delicious, fresh pasta. Both the agnolotti and spaghetti were full of flavour and cooked perfectly (the agnolotti in particular just..."
Moose
"Pleasant cozy little restaurant! The food was delicious and the portion sizes just great. The staff was friendly and very accommodating. Perfect for..."
Samuel Braim
"Richard and team are a class act! One of the best Italian restaurants at this end of the city. Service and ambience are both 4+⭐️ and the food is..."
Closey Le Connoisseur
"Yum yum & yum! The waitress was so polite, helpful & customer service was high on the scale 👌🏽The food was so delicious! I would..."
Angeline Pyz
"I tried Lupino for lunch and absolutely loved it. I had a pasta special with pork. The pasta was home made with paper thin slices of pork that melted..."
Hungry Tum
"Lovely little restaurant, with a pleasant, cozy atmosphere. We did not book a table and got to sit at the bar. The food was delicious, and the..."
Marianna
"3.8. Nice place recommended by a sage like member of our dining party.I’ve always loved the positioning of this restaurant. It enjoys a..."
Two Sheds
"Hidden gem! Dined in on a Thursday night and had a fabulous experience all round. Set on Little Collins St, this place is easy to miss but has a..."
@esjaysam
"We enjoyed the fare here. We loved all the entree selections especially the crunchy cauliflower. We recommend the tagliatelle with the oxtail ragu...."
Harrysingh Rawat
"We called into Lupino for a Italian lunch on a lazy Monday. I had always walked past the red wolf neon sign and wondered what was inside, as there is..."
Espy Eats
"You can’t fault the food service or ambiance - my favourite Italian in the CBD - I had the Bianca sausage ragu today divine ! Well done guys molto..."
Natski001
"Lupino which means wolf in Italian , is a little gem tucked away in Little Collins street towards the treasury gardens side of the city. Only a..."
Freeo
"The house made gnocchi with fresh ricotta was absolutely Devine. Soft fluffy pillows of potato in a rich tomato sauce. The staff are always..."
Moetfan
"Awesome service. Knowledgeable staff. Food was exceptional. First time but will definitely be back. I need to try everything on the menu...."
Foodie007
"Great ambience - atmosphere was relaxed without pretense. Comfortable yet classy. Great place for a group night out or even that special date!!..."
Mysy
"Blurry pictures because I only recorded the foods and didn’t actually get pictures in. Went here with my family for my 18th and had several pastas..."
Christy
"Lupino lived up to all the positive reviews. Staff were very friendly, attentive and restaurant was nice and cosy! We ordered a few dishes..."
Jiji
"Got a spot at the bar with my out-of-town companion after a last-minute decision to eat at my favorite city Italian restaurant on a Sunday night...."
Subifoodie
"On the night I attended Lupino with my family they actually mixed up my order, initially sending out the wrong dish - and still the food plus their..."
Esme
"Lovely Italian food! I can't really fault this place to be honest. I had the risotto with asparagus, pancetta, and scamorza ($28); and thought it was..."
Amara
" Was interested in eating here based on the good reviews. Service is excellent and staff very helpful. The food is nice - however I think I walked in..."
Linda
"The restaurant itself is hard to find... It's the one with the fox mark. The menu is a bit hard to read, but the food itself is really good :)..."
Tanks Beatbox
"The food was really delicious and we got free bread and butter which was really good! They had an excellent wine list and our waiter was really..."
CCC
"Ordered:1. Arancini - really tasty, you can't really go wrong with this 2. Crab pasta - very tasty, full of flavour, pasta so fresh, it is..."
High Tea Queen
"Delicious dinner at Lupino tonight. Cosy atmosphere and fabulous traditional Italian menu. For entree we shared the cauliflower frito with aioli and..."
Kate Dougherty
"We came here on our first anniversary in hope of something a little special to top off a beautiful day. Our initial waitress was a little..."
John Dobson
"Service is good. Good place to go on a date. Love the vibe and atmosphere here. Open kitchen, the bar has a lot choice of alcohol to choose, even..."
Fay Godanda
"All the class without the price tag. Great ambiance delicious pasta and good drink selection. Service is very good also. The ravioli is delicious...."
Eatdrinkrepeat_
"Had the best pasta in Melbourne here - the agnolotti with sage sauce. Smelled this divine thing being made in the kitchen, and it did not disappoint...."
Meeateor
"Yum...just yum! Don't want to be gross but if I could have licked my plate, I would have. I only took .5 the score off because I found the bar..."
Elle
"If you're looking for a good quality Italian meal then this place will deliver. The pasta is fresh and the pizzas are delicious. The standout for me..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Amazing food and service! We booked for 4 and took my 6 month old niece. The table had enough room for 4 of us and the pram. Great spot, amazing food..."
Abbey Suckling
"Firstly, there was nothing exactly wrong with our experience. The restaurant itself is perfect for date night and the staff were very attentive. Yet..."
Ashley Rose
"Lupino is a gem of Melbourne serving up delicious Italian food. The decor isn't fancy, the bread comes in a wicker basket and the butter comes in..."
BrunswickBeetroot
"Great service. Amazing fresh bread and warm olives. Best cauliflower I've ever eaten. Delicious beetroot cured salmon had a great balance of..."
Kel
"I dined here a couple of years ago and completely forgot to write a review. I'm coming back to Melbourne, and suffice to say Lupino's has come back..."
Lara Wills
"Perfect! Wonderful pasta, excellent and diverse wine list, cosy interior and the ability to hear your dinner companions' conversation because you..."
Fleur
"Cannot recommend this restaurant enough! Food was superb, in particular the Veal & Amaretto agnolotti, the wine was 10/10, the service was..."
Tamara Archibald
"A hidden treasure. Warm, welcoming, honest, wholesome, heartwarming. ..."
Belle
"An absolutely perfect dining experience! Exquisite food that leaves you planning your next visit to try more. Wonderful service and lovely atmosphere..."
Jasmine Cruickshank
"I've been meaning to try this place for a long time now. The outside is nondescript with a red neon wolf outline and white brick, whereas the inside..."
Emsy-eats
"We didn't have a booking just walk in and they had a table available for us. It's been a while since I had good Italian food. But this place does..."
Dublinese
"Thinking of having a reasonably priced Italian meal with authenticity then I would recommendation Lupino Italian restaurant . The paste was cooked..."
Damon Mayston
"Lupino was a cosy little restaurant with amazing service and delicious food! We were running about 45 minutes late, but as soon as we walked in we..."
Deana Cannatelli
"We were very cheeky & popped in for an early dins at Lupino. We received a warm welcome regardless and they found us a lovely table.We started with..."
HG
"Interesting combination of flavours and tasty. Started with creamy crab mix, deep fried- was crisp outside, creamy mix on inside. It was..."
Razorededge
"Lupino is a place suitable for both business events as well as intimate date nights. Prices are on the higher end, but guests definitely pay for the..."
Kell
"Not a place for a cheap feed (pizza margarita 20!!!) but between 25 to 30 bucks you will get a good feed of pasta. A safe place to go for a dinner..."
The Don
"Someone described this place as a "business lunch place". I would like to pretend it was me. It wasn't. But this place is. Inoffensive, safe Italian..."
Melb Eating
"Flew into Melbourne, checked into our hotel and after a long day we wanted something delicious for dinner.We were delighted to find Lupino just..."
Flavietta
"I find this place has some of the best pasta in the city. Had Arancini, meat balls, pappardelle, octopus, and dessert. All great. Service was..."
Lachlan
"Went on a Thursday night. Had a margarita pizza to share between 4 - had the tortelloni and it seems they rotate the pastas our relatively often so..."
Mann Hing Khor
"The best pasta and dessert I have had in a long time. Had the veal and amaretto pasta with burnt butter and sage sauce!! Was a delight to my taste..."
Jane Calligaro
"first of all I must pointed out our waiter - couldn't recall his name - was very well presented. Fresh clean and genuine..."
Zhitian Zhang
"Excellent experience to be had at Lupino. We were squeezed in at the last minute for an early booking before a concert. Beautiful handmade pasta and..."
Emily Walsh
"Typical Italian fare served with a degree of excellence. Whilst the dishes on offer stick to their Italian roots they also highlights the chefs..."
DR
"I went to this Melbourne CBD Italian restaurant with relatives from the UK. We ordered in our family’s standard way when at Italian restaurants –..."
MelbourneFoodPaparazza
"Lupino never disappoints. A very chic and modern Italian restaurant. Classic Italian food made to the highest standard. Ordered the pork cotoletta,..."
Finger Lickin
"Finally got to Lupino's last week, can't believe we have not been here before now but it has been on the list for a while now.  Started with the..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Another long standing, premium and renowned Italian restaurant specialised in handmade pasta and pizza in the CBD. Watched news recently that it is..."
J88
"Great venue. Not too big or too small. Food is gorgeous. Beautiful flavours. I had the special Linguine with lamb ragu. Perfect balance of richness..."
DanFoodie
"Eating at Lupino I was reminded of how spoiled we are for choice of restaurants in Melbourne. A great restaurant, staffed professionally serving..."
Dave Ansett
"Everything melted away to nothing in my mouth! I cant even tell you how long its been since I have eaten meat thats that tender. I would challenge..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Lupino is an absolute institution in the Melbourne food scene. The restaurant itself is nice, the staff are lovely and helpful and the food is just..."
Brungiel
"Fabulous place. We called in last night for a small eat and just loved the service, the food and the open kitchen - inspirational! We drank a..."
Footy
"My name is Alex and I am 10 years old. I love Lupino because the food is fresh and nice and the people are very friendly. The Pizza's were..."
Simon Ondaatje
"Great relaxing mood inside and staff are welcoming & warm.. Food is great without being too over the top or wanky.. open kitchen is quite..."
Highexpectations
"We had our work Christmas party here and the food was exceptional! Taking Italian to a whole other level... the cauliflower and octopus/salami..."
CU_Foodie
"Really really good. Crispy and fresh pizzas and delicious pastas as well. Reasonably priced for the area.  Make sure you make a booking otherwise..."
Mrs Mark
"My favorite place to eat at the moment and the veal Milanese with witlof, tasty tomatoes and cheese is to die for . Try the cauliflower fritters with..."
George
"Booked dinner on a Friday night for my husband's birthday dinner. Lovely family-run feel to the restaurant and the place was full of buzz. Although..."
Neetz88
"The food is superb! I've had numerous pastas in numerous places before, I often couldn't finish it because it's either too heavy, portion's too big..."
Antonia Yip Siew Pin
"Food was top notch. The quail saltimbocca just melted in the mouth and sauce on the veal ravioli was delicious. Service was great, including the nice..."
Ben Jones
"My partner and I made reservations for a Saturday based on a recommendation from friends. Our overall experience was not bad but not fantastic. Our..."
Todd Wallace
"Our waitress was very nervous and struggled with the specials, but the food is always delicious. Shame the carbonara wasn't on the menu, but I had..."
DumplingDoll
"Great service, food, wine and venue. Had a reasonable size group out for dinner and we tried most of the menu before we were done. Highly..."
DLC
"Amazing food - pasta is beautiful and dishes just melt in your mouth! Chef even made a special meal for my sister (it was her birthday).I would..."
R For Pres.
"After walking past this place at least twice a week, I finally stepped in for dinner. Sat at the bar and had the pasta with oxtail ragu. The ragu was..."
Ramen Girl
"The pasta here is absolutely amazing. It melted in my mouth and I thought I was going to go to into a food coma. We spent hours here pacing..."
Ellie K
"Hand-made fresh pasta at it's finest! The bread was crusty and delicious, brought back many Mediterranean memories for me. The staff are professional..."
Mr. Food
"Fabulous home made pasta and fabulous service! We didn't have a reservation, luckily there was room!!!! So accommodating, will def be back soon...."
Simone Busch
"Went for a pre-theater dinner. Had arrancinis, croquettes, cauliflower fritto, twice cooked souffle, and pork ribs. All very yummy. Attentive..."
Paulfoodie
"The idea of the Chef’s Table , where diners get to sit at an exclusive table in full view of the kitchen and its workings, is not a new concept..."
Trading Plates
"By far the best Italian restaurant I have been to in Melbourne! The tortelloni in brodo are to die for, the homemade pasta cooked to perfection! We..."
Anthea
"Retro slick. Remember those cool Italian restaurants from the eighties, very Conran, clean lines, lovely lighting?This is Lupino. Simple, well..."
Lovebunny
"Amazing spot and food..."
Food 2 Run
"If you can get a seat at the chefs bench, bypass the normal table and watch in awe at this amazing team dish up incredible food. Loved it. Thank you...."
I Like My Sushi Raw
"Hard to find treasure.. Booked last minute for a work dinner for 6 and they were more than happy to accommodate us at late notice.Love the no..."
Baristabear
"Love the food and great service!. Confession: I'm happy Il Solito Posto isn't open Sundays. Wanted some good Italian on a Sunday, but our fave ISP is..."
Red Jay
"Great food and excellent service. Pizzas were Italian style with thin, beautifully textured base and simple, fresh toppings. Chicken tortellini was..."
Capt Pants
"Lupino was a delight. Understated decor belighs the quality of the experience. The attractive young Italian waitor was extremely helpful and knew the..."
Craig Smith
"Perfect!. Service was fantastic, food was amazing (best pasta I've eaten!), nice atmosphere and enjoyable restaurant to sit in! Absolutely nothing to..."
Joz28ie
"Excellent food and service!. Presentation, food, service were all excellent! We had a lovely dinner here and left very satisfied. No..."
Ringo
"Being Italians ourselves , finding a simple traditional Italian restaurant who tries not too look to fancy on the menu is hard to find For once..."
LuciaEats
"Great Italian food experience. For ages I had walked past the Lupino little wolf light above their door and kept promising myself that I would go..."
Michaela.lobb
"You're the best......around. Delish....walked in off street. Sooo nice and great price. Service exceptional. Def coming back fo..."
Roigirl5
"An absolute favourite!!. We have been here so many times, and the experience just gets better with each visit!! Intimate settings, beautifully..."
Rach Freeman
"Welcoming and top notch. Picked out a Little Collins tapas bar as the pre-show spot to take my girlfriend for dinner, but on arrival the place was..."
Arnold Slang
"Warm and welcoming.. A thoroughly enjoyable experience. Friendly and attentive staff, without pomp. Pleasing menu and guest friendly..."
S.MAMIL
"A little known gem. I had eyed of Lupino for a while and finally ended up heading in for a sunday night dinner. It was cold and wet outside which..."
Fish
"Lupino - Impressive in every way. It was great to visit Lupino with a friend last Friday 1 August 2014. It was a terrible wet winter's night, but it..."
Deanyjm
"Brought a client and my boss for dinner at Lupino after reading reviews. Glad we did! They were very accommodating (we were little late due to..."
Gabbys79
"Amazing food and amazing service. Just am awesome place I'm more than happy to pay for. Well done to Marco and all the guys there. Just..."
Pete
"Found this place on Urbanspoon as we were looking for a new city place to try. We were amazed. The food was wonderful. The penne with swordfish was..."
MalvernCustomer
"Reminds me of my Nonna!. Every so often, I stumble across an Italian restaurant that would play Frank Sinatra in the background. This place screams..."
Lisa Blackman
"Great slightly retro atmosphere, beautiful rustic Italian food and a very warm and friendly attitude to service. Will definitely be..."
Anna Connell
"Reliable. The house-made pasta is delicious (especially the tagliatelle when it's available) so you can't go wrong with ordering any of the pasta..."
Shitake
"Great Restaurant. We went here for the first time on Saturday for my birthday and it was an excellent choice. Great ambience, not too noisy and..."
Grome
"Very nice! Would definitely come back.Searched through urban spoon ratings and came across Lupuno thought we would try it and we were really..."
Christina Watt
"Lovely Place & Great Food!!. Had dinner here for my birthday. Booking process was easy. Had a large group with my grandfather who needs a fair bit of..."
Melinda Anne
"Magnifico!. Lupino has fast become one of my favourite little Italian spots in Melbourne. A casual setting, and simple, unpretentious, and..."
The Napoli Alert
"Great night, great place! The quail was amazing and so was the tortellini in broth! I would definately..."
Wendy Tran
"Mr Pucci thinks it's a great place. Been here a few times and never..."
MrPucci
"Exceeded my expectations on all fronts! You will not be disappointed, quality food & proffessional..."
Aidion
"Came to Lupino for Saturday lunch with a girlfriend and we really enjoyed the food. Had chicken and pumpkin risotto with marjoram which was perfect -..."
Babyleopard
"Good food. The food here was really good. When I walked in the front door I was a bit disappointed, the interior is pretty drab, feels cold and the..."
Richard
"Girl's Night Out. This is a little gem at the top end of town. Fresh, seasonal produce teamed with a gentle touch creates simple but satisfying food...."
Alli Mac
"Joyce, Don't Be Stupid.. Your review is terrible. You put an apostrophe in the word 'restaurant's' and you also went on to say that "Lupino is not a..."
SweetFaces
"This was a great find on the top end of little Collins Street. The menu is small but should cater for all tastes. Based on recommendations were going..."
Lord Tazz
"Amazing. Gnocchi is to die for as with everything else. The marinara was pretty pathetic though, two prawns for $30..bit..."
Bee
"Prowl-worthy. Lupino, meaning little wolf, is a busy, bustling Italian eatery in Lt Collins St, up from Bar Lourinha and on the site of the old..."
Missdelish
"If you're looking for great simple Italian food then this is the place for you. Quality produce, great wine list, great service! And to top off a..."
MissEM
"Finally an unpretentious good Italian restaurant. Wonderful simple food and lovely service to match. The octopus with potatoes and the gnocchi were..."
Marc Ferron
"Delicious. Superb ! Divine Italian cuisine (very impressive Marco and team !!) accompanied with delicious wines - wonderful 'space' and great view of..."
Pau
"BEST AUTHENTIC ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN MELBOURNE. I went to Lupino in a group of 8. From the minute we walked in, we all knew it was going to be a..."
GFarch
"Decent Italian but a bit overpriced.. Lupino has good italian food, however, for the price you pay it doesn't quite live up to in terms of taste...."
Gursharan Chana
"Delicious meal prepared with expertise and true Italian passion. Marco, the gnocchi rival those my Nonna used to make and your pizza base-..."
Willstar
"Delish Italian!!. Was wonderfully looked after the talented Marco, Richard and team at this fantastic restaurant! Enjoyed a divine, slow cooked lamb..."
Vanessa
"Beautiful food, generous portions!. I dined here recently for lunch with a friend. The service was excellent and the food did not disappoint! We..."
Clujen
"Left with a food pregnancy that I do not regret!. Pretty much awesome. I had the gnocchi for entree, Marinara main, Pannetore pudding for dessert...."
Kara Jerman
"I had dinner Saturday night on my own as my friend abounded me and was sitting infront of the chefs cooking. I suddenly didn't feel alone , the chefs..."
Susy
"Quality restaurant! Nice dining space, love the open kitchen, service was very good, friendly helpful and accommodating. Simple Italian dishes done..."
Luke
"Have been wanting to dine here for a while and finally had the opportunity tonight for our 6 month wedding anniversary. Booked a week prior for..."
Lulu2012
"Enjoyable meal had by all. Helpful and efficient service, excellent wine list and great Italian standards done very very well. Will come back soon..."
Nibblesnbubbles
"Had a great night out with friends. Food and wine was fantastic. Service great also. Thanks..."
Glenn
"A little pricey for the quantity you get, but it was a lovely place to have a drink and a casual..."
Danny Torode
"Shhhh.... keep this gem hidden!. We were looking for a dinner place, and this popped up. The reservation service was quick and easy, and on the night..."
Thurazin
"Really tasty quick and relatively cheap Italian! Had special pizza (so yum), ricotta gnocchi which melted in the mouth, caprese salad and homemade..."
Andrew Tregaskis
"Fantastic service from the staff at Lupino. Beautiful food too! Great environment... Unpretentious, inobtrusive, great value... Would go back and..."
Anna Walls
"YUM!. Love this place. Only been once but there's a nice laid back quiet atmosphere and the food was really yummy. My friends and I all ordered the..."
Kate
"Delicious!. Warm, relaxed atmosphere. Tasty Italian food at a reasonable price. Excellent service, will definitely be..."
Jessie
"Very good Italian-Australian! food nothing special.... A little bit expansive but the product is 100% Italian....I'm very envy about the..."
Roberto Catania
"Carmelo 1469. Great sexy restaurant..very good food very good experience and not..."
Liling333
"We turned up unexpectedly at 7pm on a Saturday night and were able to snag the last spot available. We Could not fault a single thing, so impressed I..."
Diana
"A perfect pasta fix. I am mad on fresh pasta and my man loves some carbohydrates after a big basketball game so after his match one night last week..."
Susannah Best
"Went to Lupino last night with friends and had a great night. Service was excellent and food uncomplicated but delicious. We shared a number of..."
I Love Minnie
"Took my husband to lupino for a date last Friday and very much enjoyed the experience. Lovely, simple Italian flavours, reasonably priced and served..."
Peet
"Simply delicious dining. Bravo Lupino! Very, very much enjoyed our experience at Lupino. By far the most delicious, honest Italian food in the CBD...."
Fe Black
"Elegant, efficient, excellent. Simple food, surprisingly well..."
Gasbrake
"Well priced simple Italian dinning. The dinner menu is very well priced with most mains under $30 and lots of starters to choose from. We were very..."
Puiyi Tiffany Pang
"Good pasta. Lupino is cosy and trendy with reasonably priced pasta dishes. I had the tortellino of chicken and garlic dumplings. While..."
Purple Bear
"Went here by default because next door was closed for renovations.without a booking,we were seated straight away despite the restaurant being quite..."
Fat_kid
"It's Saturday, my girlfriend and I take a chance on the cinema - but alas gold class is full. So we think "let's try mamasita" - but again beaten to..."
Bear Shields
"Buongiorno!!! Lupino!!!. I went there on Saturday night with a few friends we shared a couple of really well chosen bottles of excellent red, thanks..."
Jan Alles
"Anchovy pizza. Amazing light delicate and make sure you apply the chilling..."
Sean Kelly
"Great Place. The way the classics should be.Will be back soon, loved..."
Diner
"Great prices for delicious, Italian food in a great place. Lupino - delicious! A great, relaxed but cool inner city restaurant. The staff are really..."
Em Kaye
"Good, but a little pricey. Lupino is situated at the Paris end of Collins Street. Great location to get a bit to eat before seeing a show or catching..."
James Bond
"Great space and food. This new Italian eatery with pedigree, that is Richard Lodge and Marco Lori, has the X factor. The food is simple but..."
Diane Rowley
"Fantastic dining experience. I took my girlfriend out for dinner to Lupino with no prior knowledge of this place and I must say I was very impressed...."
Timmy Smalls
"A little bit of Italy at the Paris end of Collins. Lupino, a cute but classy new Italian restaurant in the site of the former champagne lounge in..."
Tom Kaye
"Lupino means 'little wolf' in Italian and this little wolf howls with Italian class and style. You can't miss the quirky red neon wolf sign on the..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"MoMo & Coco's "Guide to Doughnuts in Melbourne" -- elegantly restrained Lupino serves chewy nutella bomboloni, an ideal dinner before venturing to..."
MoMo And Coco ~ Dessert Correspondents
"Lupino has been somewhere I have wanted to get to for a while and we are finally here! On a dark, cold Friday night we slip into our table and read..."
FoodieAboutTown
"A great little restaurant almost hidden away on Little Collins street. Friendly service and good..."
Petit Miamx
"Rustic, intimate, small but well executed menu. Great for dates (in my..."
Ashley
"That place was out of this world. Good proper Italian food. The waitress that served us was amazing and she was 2 weeks from giving birth but still..."
Aaron Lee
"Great place with a great atmosphere. Seems to be very popular too! Don't forget to ask for their daily specials - I had their pork..."
Wickd Chin
"Super friendly service and all the foods are scrumptious! Thanks for the nice service to Hola and Nicola! The food of the day= roast chicken with the..."
SH
"Lupino is a busy yet buzzy efficient restaurant with great food, ambience and prompt friendly professional service. A crisp lager comes out with warm..."
AZ von Muralt
"From the friendly greeting to the speedy first drink while we were waiting for our friends to arrive, this restaurant oozed attentiveness. Our waiter..."
Lyn Ferrall
"Amazing 👏 Food was exceptional. Staff were friendly and atmosphere was lovely and..."
Josie Trayte
"Exceptional service from Amanda! High quality cheeses, meats cooked with care and skill, all types of dietary requirements catered for and followed..."
leonie rizzi
"Quite enjoyed the day out in CBD, dining in at Lupino by the recommendation. Gnocchi, crumbled veal, tiramisu, and great selection of red wine..."
F Guan
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Wheelchair Accessible
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"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
Pope Joan
89/100 (504 ratings)
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"Pope Joan was the absolute perfect venue for our Spring wedding ceremony and reception. The courtyard setting is extremely beautiful and has a very..."
Chris Mccarthy
"Amazing, was visiting from Perth and only had one night to take my mum for dinner and chose Pope Joan which was was perfect. Great selection of..."
Adam Chilcott
"Pope Joan was an amazing venue for my friends wedding reception. Food was amazing & drinks were cold, refreshing & plentiful. Staff went above &..."
Melanie Wade
"We celebrated a friend's birthday here today. The food was so delicious and the staff were gorgeous and friendly and went out of their way for us...."
Adele Edy
"We're really going to miss you guys! Always a 10 out of 10. Food, coffee and service is exceptional. We've shared a lot of good times with you all...."
Melissa J Jones
"Delicious Pope Haveos!!! The chorizos were out of this world! Great location, friendly staff and delicious coffee, drinks :) (ps, please add choc..."
Alisha Baddock
"Beautiful cafe, great service, great food and coffee. Fabulous..."
Johnny Mckinlay
"Nice food, good coffee, friendly staff, Matt is really interesting with his food choices...like it a lot..."
Patricia O Clayton
"Will come back for:+ Fried eggs with hummusUse to go to Pope Joan in Brunswick East way back when ... and loved it! Great to find it..."
The Casual Diner
"3.5. Last time when I went to this place and had a decaf mocha, it tasted so good that I went back today to get another one. However, I think it's a..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"Lovely cafe with undercover courtyard seating.Service was friendly and professional.My strong latte had a good strength and..."
Flying Forward
"It's a pretty expensive cafe, but given the quality of what they do it's understandable. Their chicken roll is as good as it gets. Anywhere. Service..."
John M
"I was so sad when Pope Joan decided to shut shop a few years ago! Their Brunswick cafe had been one of my favourites. Then a few months ago, I heard..."
Daisy Never Too Sweet
"Yum, yum, yum! Tasty, creative, nutritious food at reasonable prices. Good service, nice ambiance. Book before you go! Today we both had the special..."
BonBonV
"Service 5/5. They hit the top score here for lovely warm attentive staff. Sat outside with the doggo who loved the fake grass so no cold..."
Carmilla5
"3.5 star ⭐️ 3.5 stars ⭐️ Ever since Pope Joan has closed down in Brunswick I often lament that I have never tried them. So..."
Piggyeatalot
"I’ve been coming back to this place for few times now. Great food, coffee, service and cocktails or any drinks after work. Great place to have a..."
Priscillia
"Tucked away down the Sofitel driveway is this cute little eatery. It looks super casual out the front but it’s quite a step up in decor upon..."
Rhiannon Beck
"Pope Joan takes up residence next to the Sofitel, it's a remarkable space with prime seating outside on the artificial grass. Inside is classical and..."
Mustard
"Today we decided to escape for a long lunch to celebrate a friends 40th Birthday. This wonderful venue was the perfect choice, we snacked on salt..."
Espy Eats
"Had a real tasty Lunch at the Pope! Food was scrumptious all round. The service was friendly and informative, and the layout of the place was also..."
Kieren ORiley
"Often drove past the cafe on the busy Nicholson St and decided to stop by. Enjoyed our meal in the cosy relaxing cafe served by friendly..."
Bear Noms
"A good brunch place with friendly staff, great coffee and delicious sandwiches. Plenty of seating indoors and outside in the courtyard. However, the..."
Jf
"Went for breakfast, really tasty honest food with friendly staff. Awesome kitchen garden, great coffee, ticks all the boxes!Can’t wait to go..."
Darren
"Love it. Relaxed atmosphere, good quality food and drink, and gorgeous backyard. Perfect for a relaxed lunch, especially on a nice sunny..."
Chocolate E Claire
"Being touted as Saint Ali of the North leads to some pretty high expectations. But they were met very well! The interior is gorgeous; with a lovely..."
Clare
"After living across the road and getting my take away coffee from here for a year I finally had Breakfast. It is towards the pricey end but the..."
Massivebird
"Had a great experience! Food was pricey but good, i am happy to pay a bit more if the quality is great and this was the case. Great vibe, stuff was..."
Denis Lupo
"The coffee here is excellent. The food is definitely worth trying even though it's pricey. The specials are always changing and I've never had a bad..."
William Hasnever
"Good menu, great coffee, nice atmosphere but there is always a surcharge when paying by card. Its definitely not cheap enough to warrant the..."
IceMan004
"Can't fault the coffee, it was spot on 👌. I was a takeaway, but the place was rammed with a great vibe, so I'll be back to eat the food..."
Amos Rojter
"Amazing food. Local, fresh, seasonal. Excellent wines. Convivial and relaxed atmosphere. ..."
Russell J White
"Nice little coffee shop. Busy and yet serving you good coffee with a smile. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere all around. Service is fast and the..."
TheWhiteSherpa
"Had lunch here with friends. My cuban sandwich was served in a burger bun, which was fine but unremarkable. I felt that everything we ordered was a..."
Trevor Johnston
"I have waited years to visit here and I now ask myself WHY, why did it take so long to visit? The staff are great, the food was even better. I had..."
Michael Johnson
"Have been meaning to visit dear Pope Joan (I was raised a Catholic) since moving to Brunswick and did so on Sunday. As expected, really good food,..."
Charlotte Clements
"Pope Joan is probably one of the best brunch places in Melbourne, not to mention the lovely staff members and good coffee. They really have..."
Ivy Park
"It was a cold & sunny Melbourne morning that brought me to this hipster haven for brekky. It was everything a hipster haven should be: handlebar..."
North By NorthEat
"A tad pricey for the main dishes but still lovely! Paris, our waitress was amazingly kind, interpersonal and relatable. She attend every question we..."
Mel
"A lovely cosy cafe on a wintry Melbourne day! Unfortunately I missed Pope Joan's famous breakfast and instead had a coffee and a Cornish sandwich - a..."
Wthdx
"One of my favourite cafes in Melbourne. I love that you can get two items for breakfast for $20 - I always get the boiled eggs and soldiers w bacon..."
Umbrellaeats
"Awesome place! Had the big breakfast today and a few coffees, great combination of delicious meats and some of the most perfect scrambled eggs I have..."
Dan D'Appio
"Popped into this amazing cafe on a cold Friday afternoon with my sister and was beyond impressed. Pope Joan does not look like much from the outside..."
Brew Hunter
"I had my 21st function in Pope Joan's garden room and my family and I were beyond impressed. The food was absolutely superb, I couldn't have..."
C.Rose
"After watching the movie, Chef, starring Jon Favreau, Scarlett Johansson and Sofia Vergara, Which follows the adventures of an out of work chef and..."
Taking A Bite
"Amazing, was visiting from Perth and only had one night to take my mum for dinner and chose Pope Joan which was was perfect. Great selection of..."
Adam
"Only ever had a coffee here and they do a good one so that's why I always return but I have to come back and eat, I've heard it's a cracker for..."
Stephen Raphael
"When you think of Brunswick and Brunswick East often Sydney Road and Lygon Street are the first dining areas that come to mind. Nicholson Road may be..."
Frenchtoastandindiepop
"The menu is small but what they offer they quite well. Didn't really expect to find this place where it was but quite glad I went. The mood and..."
Dwayne Melbourne
"Was really excited to try this restaurant, and I would have given a much higher rating, except the experience was tainted by one waiter and his..."
ATANK1
"Typically Brunswick and full of people too cool for school. Food is tasty without being anything too over the top. Great price and good coffee...."
FoodingAroundMelbourne
"Excellent food & coffee. Upper end of the price range but it's local produce & free range. Service was excellent, ambiance added to the theatre of..."
Peter Farrant
"Very tasty food which is pricey, however the difference is the quality and of course the chef who has created the menu. You are paying for free..."
Ladypawpaw
"A north-of-the-river institution, and easy contender for "Melbourne's best breakfast". Snazzy service, friendly feel, interesting brekky options and..."
Onara
"A consistent performer as far as coffee and food is concerned, Pope Joan is named after the legendary female pope who was found out after giving..."
Out And About
"Visited Pope Joan with a large group and service was quite good. Coffee is ok... I was expecting a little more from the 'kinda' full English..."
AteToooMuch
"Our adoration of Pope Joan over the years could be turned into a novel of epic proportions. Of course, like many great stories, it is easy for our..."
Ben Lee Kong
"Very good experience! The layout of the premises is fantastic!! It is a massive cafe with multiple seating rooms, inside and out. It still manages to..."
Almeida
"Have been hearing about this place for years and finally made my way there today. Had the potato, salmon hash and it was beautiful and the coffees..."
Bonsaisly
"This place is such a delight. We are not from this part of town but have gone back three times and had breakfast, lunch and dinner on those..."
YumYum
"Great "kinda" big breakfast good service great ingredients - will be back for the sandwiches which look fantastic- greasy juices are also very good..."
Gerard Savage
"Love this place. The Cuban is to die 4. Always one of my hubby angry i fav Sunday morn breakfast and coffee places. It six when it's too busy though...."
Jac D
"Cute little place, great decor, gets very crowded but has a good vibe. Given the options in the area, the food is not amazing in my opinion, (though..."
Live2Eat
"Snuck in to the sister cafe Hams and Bacon. By far the best long macchiato I have had in yonks. The staff were very cool and friendly as I waited for..."
Matthew Nigel Gillet
"Lovely coffee and good customer service. Ordered the Cuban sandwich, the filling was absolutely delicious; however, came on a roll, not sandwich...."
Le_orange
"Great food , friendly staff, coffee is awesome and other hot beverages are nice also. Is it hipster, yes, does that matter no. I don't mind if the..."
Ihatefood
"Cute little cafe. Has 2 sides to it, side on the left as you walk in looks more homely with the wall mounted gas heaters and dark timber floors...."
Tardar Sauce
"Stopped by here for a quick lunch and coffee with a friend of mine earlier today. Had the Cubano sandwich, which gave a great flavour in the pork..."
David Facciolo
"Lovely and charming brunch place. We love the ambiance, the food and of course coffee! We haven't seen soldiers in brunch menu for a while and Pope..."
Twohappybellies
"Amen! Get thee to Pope Joan for great food and ambiance. While I may have skipped most of my religious education classes at school, I do support..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"I'm a first timer at the Pope & as soon as I get here, the staff are very friendly and advised me what's what. Brunch was tops. Will definetly some..."
Frank Belic
"Good food & drink. Nice Place.. I really dig the atmosphere. It's homey, with cool staff and an interesting range of drinks. Food is solid: I stick..."
Reuben Sady
"It's easy to see why the Pope has such a great reputation. Quick, attentive, friendly service. Delicious food - I had the heirloom tomato and Welsh..."
Kitty Robertson
"Brilliant Breaky. Lovely breakfast, served by a gorgeous waitress. Great experience. Very nice coffee. Cold day so we sat outside next a heater and..."
Megan Doherty
"We had a delightful experience at Pope Joan’s yesterday. After unsuccessfully trying to find somewhere to eat in Fed Square, we ended up here and..."
Tanya Matheson
"The Melbourne breakfast scene needs more cafes like Pope Joan. It’s increasingly hard to find a good, well cooked breakfast that doesn’t rely on..."
carly reggars
"Perfect service, good coffee and lovely location. Loses points for food unfortunately - the Reuben I ordered was a little bland and..."
Mol
"Went here for a quick bite at lunch, nice venue with old styling. Had the gnocchi, portion of chips and chicken roll, no complaints, everything was..."
Thomas B
"So good. Great food, didn't take long after ordering to arrive, excellent service and knowledgeable..."
Andrew Hewett
"Had a delicious brekky here, very chic, great coffee. Hidden in the valet parking courtyard of The Sofitel Hotel, indoor & outdoor dining. Open lunch..."
Terri Ercan
Osteria Ilaria
89/100 (856 ratings)
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Beef
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Mid-range
"Food was excellent as was the service! We shared 5 dishes and really couldn't fault any of them. Was hard to pick which one was best. The cream foam..."
Rosemary Smeaton Grant
"I haven't had an experience as enjoyable as this in a long time. The relaxed atmosphere radiates through the venue, the food not over complicated,..."
Aaron RJ Skovell
"Exceptional food, wine and service. Sitting at the bar enhanced our dining experience 100 fold. Well done to the whole..."
Drea Muller
"201908 long have we eaten next door at Tip00, finally we made it to Osteria Ilaria. The wine list you see at the end is e x t e n s i v e but the..."
Nesscessities_gluttonness
"First night out post ISO. Felt surreal with minimal tables and reading full wine lists off your smartphone to reduce contamination. All dishes were..."
Mistermister
"In general a good place to go our for decent dinner. Good value of food and would be plenty if you order chef selection Service is ok but not so..."
Xiaolin.li0514
"Recommended by friends and this is a busy place with a good vibe. Food was good from the open kitchen with an interesting but a reasonably limited..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"We six morphed into the quiet back room, duff, duff free. We all selected the two course $40 menu. Flexibility was permitted, anchovy sauce was..."
Check Please
"A beautiful restaurant that I wouldn’t hesitate to visit again. We ordered the Chef’s selection, all the dishes were perfection and it was just..."
Healthy Eats Melbourne
"As soon as you step into Osteria Ilaria, you know you’re in for an amazing treat - rustic and no frills decor, open kitchen; short no-nonsense menu..."
Kris L
"Pasta quality was good though erring on the slightly salty side towards the end. Scallops were light on flavour but still nice. The staff saw that..."
Jess T
"Second visit to illaria and the food is once again amazing!we ordered the croquettes, scallops, octopus, prawn pasta, spaghetti, lamb and gnocchi...."
Eat Good Melbourne
"We tried to get in at Tipo 00 with no bookin g for lunch. The lovely waitress said that a table will be in half an hour. To which we declined and she..."
Baba Gump
"Super love this wine picked by the staff! Good..."
Esme_X
"We are spoilt for choice in this city. A restaurant has to be good to survive, and as diners we are as discerning as any metropolis. Word-of-mouth is..."
Melbourne Lifestyle Blog
"Dinner for two. We ordered:• mushroom croquettes • swordfish • scallops • octopus • pasterri pasta..."
Catherine
"Went on a friend’s birthday. We had Sydney rock oysters, zucchini flower and mushroom croquette to started off, mushroom croquette is a star almost..."
Vissuta P
"Amazing! Definitely recommend the porcini mushrooms croquettes and the grilled/roasted cabbage - couldn’t fault my dining experience at all, and..."
Jlee
"We visited Osteria Ilaria for a late lunch without a booking and we were seated upon arrival. Being the sister restaurant of Tipo 00, we had high..."
Stelly
"Lovey atmosphere, good place to relax with good food and wine, I had prawns paccheri pasta was cooked perfectly and of course..."
Little Miss Adventure
"Been here twice, sat at the bar during dinner had amazing bar service and decided to go back for another visit. However, the second time was seated..."
Amy Wang
"I really enjoyed my meal at this restaurant. The ambience is lovely and the service is fantastic. We had the mushroom croquettes to start,..."
Nicole Lim
"We had an amazing time at Osteria - the staff were super friendly and the food was really good. I thought the flavours in their dishes really stayed..."
Fatcat
"We loved 😍The staff here were really friendly. We enjoyed the gnocchi and duck here. The sauce in the gnocchi was pleasantly light. The duck..."
Withaknifeandfork
"Nice cosy setting and just the start. Staff are exactly what you expect in such an upmarket dine in restaurant. The food.. where do i..."
Dennis Lay
"Definitely up there on my list for great Italian in Melbourne. Polite staff and great space too. Favourite is the chestnut gnocchi. Nice Italian..."
Linda Miller
"Hands down one of the best Italian restaurants in CBD (if not the whole Melbourne lol) everything we had was so so so delicious. The pasta was cooked..."
What Do Yuwono Eat?
"Lovely dinner date, great service, but excellent food! Strongly recommend the octopus to go with the Paccheri pasta, the steak was cooked to..."
Chow Kit
"Will come back for:+ Pine Mushroom GnocchiCame here for a bite of lunch with some work colleagues and was super impressed with the..."
The Casual Diner
"The first good impression starts when you enter in the Osteria. The cosy atmosphere, the music and the decor make you feel at ease instantly. The..."
Gorgonzola
"We rocked up early without a reservation (just before 6pm), sure enough the restaurant was at full capacity shortly after. The space is much more..."
Mustard
"Superb find in little Bourke st. The smoked duck entree special was unique and my daughter’s pasta with goat was very very tasty. Last dessert of..."
Epicurusfoodie
"We were looking for a table at Tipo00 (1.5hr waiting time) and saw this restaurant next door and decided to give it a go. The atmosphere is..."
Anna
"Osteria Ilaria served tapas-style Italian cuisine. We went for the chef’s selection menu and the dishes that came out were simply delicious, unique..."
Angel Khong
"Absolutely delightful to dine here. Hands down has to be one of my favourite Italian restaurants. Everything from service to food was..."
WTR
"Incredible service, so lovely to dine somewhere where the staff are not only friendly but KNOW their food! Came for starters and a vino and..."
Lauren Neuro-Noopsie
"Fantastic Italian - gets busy so recommend booking. Authentic and great wines. Very polite staff. Perfect for a nice dinner with friends or family...."
D Thomp
"Been wanting to go here for ages. Caught up with a friend for a mid week lunch. I had the express set menu (octopus entre and osso bucco for $40) my..."
Karen
"Went there on a Friday night at 6pm as we (5ppl) couldn’t get a late booking a week before. The service was very good and the food was delicious...."
Ni Hao
"We had porcini mushroom croquettes as our starter. It tasted amazing. Mushroom flavour is really strong in a good way. Definitely recommended to try!..."
Eatwithbonny
"The wagyu was the stand out for me here! Amazingly tender and juicy with a great sauce to accompany it. Pair it with a nice glass of red and you are..."
Liinda Do
"Amazing food! They even manage to take humble pasta to another level. We ordered 1 entree and 2 pasta dishes. Octopus with salami paste was..."
Inem
"There are not too many places in Melbourne which are as good for lunch. The food is varied, exciting and oh so flavoursome. The service is efficient..."
Andrew Shelton
"An excellent Italian/Mediterranean restaurant next to Tipo 00. I opted for the chef’s selection menu $80, it was so delicious and value for money...."
J88
"To try:Honestly everything!! We were lucky enough to come during the first week of their new menu and I am so glad we did.- fresh warm..."
J.eats
"Had a quick visit tonight with last minute booking which they accommodated a table of 3. Thought I found the restaurant to be very hot inside as the..."
Nelson
"Everything is quite good. The price is reasonable. I really enjoy the kingfish. The pasta was alright. Wonder if it was homemade. Love the Panna..."
Charlotte Cooper
"The food here is original, full of quality ingredients and just plain delicious. The pasta is cooked to perfection, and the flavours on the wagyu..."
Foodforthought
"Went here for lunch and really enjoyed the food and atmosphere! I would recommend trying the mozzarella entree, it was delicious! I also had the..."
Srslyfoods
"Located conveniently and nice flavours overallMushroom croquette: crisp on the outside and juicy inside, a nice little starter Veal:..."
Tia Tan
"Excellent restaurant small menu but all meals were amazing. Pork sausage was my favourite but saying that the octopus was not far behind. Sorry..."
Domenico
"The sister restaurant to Tipo 00, this place does not disappoint. The interior is very sleek and modern with a rustic touch. I found the service to..."
Emma
"One of the greatest food experiences. You literately cannot go wrong with any of the food items. It was so flavorful, very appealing to the eye -..."
Tania
"We ordered the Chef’s menu. $80 per person. Dishes included deep fried zucchini flower, which was amazing!Grilled octopus was..."
Jennyabouttown
"We came here with a reservation to have a birthday dinner for 2 friends..and there was 10pax, so we had the private dining area at the back of the..."
LittleM
"Went earlier in the week and had the Octopus and Mushroom Croquettes to start... the croquettes were so good we ordered a few more. For pastas we had..."
Thelordlam
"The misses had booked this place for dinner and we decided to try it out as we saw good reviews. The place was quiet casual fine dining with great..."
Ayapom
"Caught up with a friend here and was a pleasant surprise considering I initially wanted her to try Tipo 00.Everything was simple in its..."
Pastanoodles
"Words cant describe our experienced, awesome food , good choice of Cabsav and lovely waitress. We will be back here very soon thats for..."
Alfredo Anaduta
"Wish I’d written this one up when I went so I could remember all of the dishes! As a girl’s dinner out we booked in to this cosy Italian eatery..."
YummyMummy
"Finally made it to the Osteria, the italian place on lt bourke street. We came on a monday night just after 6 so it wasn't too busy...."
Eating Away Melbourne
"Fresh food, good service. Tried the passionfruit beer was really surprise me. Even a weekday dinner also full house!! Will happy to come again try..."
AmBer Chow
"I’ve heard good things about Osteria ilaria and was very excited to try it out. Everything on the menu sounded delicious. I wanted to order the..."
Vicky Ho
"Love Osteria Ilaria! Highly recommend coming to this restaurant with a few friends! Amazing vibes and such a great view from the bar to watch the..."
Isabella
"Another iconic Italian restaurant in Melbourne.As expected, the service was great. Very attentive.All the dishes looked..."
Food Dine Roll
"A beautiful restaurant with top notch service and amazing food. Definitely one of my top Melbourne restaurants. This place has left a strong..."
Snuffed_Pankake
"Beautiful cozy place for a late Sunday lunch. 4.5 stars is the rating I would give this place if it was possible. Only let down was the tables are..."
A Black Sheep
"Osteria Ilaria is serving up delicious modern Italian food and like their first restaurant Tipo 00 (which is next door), people are lining up for..."
Olive Sundays
"Fantastic restaurant. It was our first time here trying their chef selection menu. The quality of pasta is great and the sauce is rich with layers of..."
Charles Su
"The staff who serve the foods he is so friendly and nice. it was hard to chose menu, but they are patient and recommending well. all the foods I..."
henry - (Milktea)
"This was such a good find by one of my friends and I am really glad I got to experience the food and wine here. Osteria Ilaria is not a super..."
Miles D
"First time visited Melbourne, so many places to choose from. Decided to try this place out after reading the reviews. Definitely didn't disappoint...."
Ian C
"First time at this restaurant and everything was perfect. The experience partnered with the food and drinks was just amazing. Ask for their specials..."
Anya Boediman- Suwanto
"Honestly a 4.5/5 for me, but it was a great experience and I’m happy to round up! Food was great, almost excellent, with standouts being the..."
Luke Smart
"Food was so good and we loved the open kitchen. We also had some cocktails which were all yum. Our table was near a speaker so it was a bit loud and..."
Durdashi Nemchand
"Words cannot describe. 1000/10. This place is beyond divine. Best meal in Melbourne. Of course do the chefs selection, 10 dishes over 2 hours. Dishes..."
Julia L
Movida Next Door
88/100 (4987 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Spanish
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Octopus
Salad
Croquettes
Scallops
Quail
Clams
Duck
Lamb
Oyster
Fish
Calamari
Pork
Mussels
Tuna
Calamares
Tapas
Beef
Prawns
Tortillas
Eggplant
Sit down
Mediterranean
Spanish
Accepts Credit Cards
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Mid-range
"What can be better than a post tennis drink at this lovely bar? Sitting at the bar with cool wine and nibbles helped along by the obliging and..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"MoVida Next Door is the next door to MoVida, yes, I’m serious. We came in on a Wednesday night at 7:45ish and sat on the bar seats. Most seats were..."
Jaime Eat&Fit
"I keep coming back here because the food is delicious and the service is generally very good.  You cannot book here so you need to be a bit patient..."
Mel Cee
"Flavoursome and beautifully presented food. Lovely ambiance. Attention to detail is excellent. Felt some dishes (octopus) were quite small for the..."
Clare
"Tucked away on Hosier Lane is this amazing tapas restaurant that offers aS wide variety and they have specials on a board.The grilled octopus and the..."
M3lissa____
"Came here on a whim as it was a last minute decision after work, we must have been super lucky was our party of 5 were able to be seated pretty..."
LC
"Service was quick and the staff was welcoming! Staff know their menu and specials well and how to recommend so we just ordered one special from the..."
Justin R
"Oldie but a goodie. We rocked up here early anticipating a wait but we only had to wait 5 minutes for a table, sure enough the queue started to build..."
Mustard
"Great place for a late lunch (after the lunchtime crowd has dissipated). Good wine list, and a good range of specials. Mussels and churros are..."
Dumba
"Went there after the races for more champagne and some tapas. We asked the waitress to bring us whatever she likes, her choices were great. Loved..."
Tabi Ei
"3.5. Have been to Movida Original and Aqui previously but never to Next Door. There are more tapas and less raciones here than the Original, and the..."
Nalia
"I have to admit that I was expecting just another Tapas Bar, but was pleasantly surprised at the level of sophistication I experienced. It's not just..."
José
"4.3 is spot on. A cracking little place. The small dishes here are beauties. I had a few with my friend during our catch up today. We were..."
Two Sheds
"It's a bit tiny but cozy. Service was quick and staff were welcoming. Started with Sangria and it was pretty good, thanks to the bartender. Staff..."
Jessie
"Opened a whole new world of Spanish cuisine for me. Before this place, I had always associated Spanish cooking with paella. It is way more than just..."
Ferry Gondo
"My partner and I occasionally venture here for 'date night' and always enjoy it. The customer service is always lovely and their sangria is the bomb...."
Eatandbooze
"Came here with the family a few times and enjoyed it every time. Small and cosy place with dim lighting. Variety of dishes, great for sharing to..."
Bear Noms
"Always had amazing food and service, bit expensive but I guess u pay for what u get , will be back , great selection of Spanish taps , good option if..."
Simon Natoli
"Fantastic night out for dinner was had here.It is expensive so beware of letting your appetite get away from you.The seafood is delicious and tasty..."
Alik Evans
"Delicious, divine cuisine. I had a table by the bar, which was an interesting experience. The waiters were friendly and added to the ambience. Each..."
Abigail Pinto
"Excellent. Very delicious food. Good service. Great wine. Their tapas style menu and their bigger portions are all excellent. Could not fault one of..."
Melbourne Epicure
"Delicious Spanish/seafood tapas at decent prices. Great tapas selection as well. Their desserts tended to be more on the savoury side though. Great..."
Angel Khong
"Last night dinner, so good. Loved the barramundi wings and the croquettes delicious as always. Think I preferred the chorizo bun with the aioli over..."
Jen
"I purchased the cookbook some time ago but never got around to trying the food until now.We decided to give MoVida Next Door a go on a..."
Austin
"Always delicious!! Wine is good and love seafood dishes plus very good mood. Have to wait for enter but it's fair enough!!Definitely Number one..."
Hs.k
"Our meals were delicious and the service was excellent. Definitely want to try the other MoVida and will go back. So many GF options for someone with..."
Jami
"Great food, exceptional service and a buzzy atmosphere. Smaller space than its larger counterparts but turned out to be a great choice. Had to wait..."
Jackie Ellis
"Great place and nice atmosphere, next to the graffiti art alley.The food were tasty, just came to try out all of there finger food tapas, I..."
Foodie Guy
"This place honestly has the best Spanish tapas dishes in town! I love coming back because the food is always so consistent. I always come back for..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Awesome place with amazing elections of bar snacks, wine and staff. So get in early to ensure you have seats available.Paella is a must try..."
Larry Ma
"Oh wow! Another well delivered Spanish restaurant. Despite the no booking service, we were happy to swing by and waited 15 min for a seat. Tried a..."
Cynthia Giang
"Visited Movida during Whitenight. We had wonderful Tapas with great service. The Morcilla Blackpudding was delicious. The Croquettes were silky..."
Mr Bill
"We tried a few different dishes and each one was small and bite sized. My friends and I were left content however not satisfied. For the price we..."
Traceynn
"Called in for a snack. Got a table at the window. Service was fantastic. Waiter explained all the menu which made it very easy to order. Ordered..."
Lisajane
"Great Sunday lunch for 6 of us ending a huge weekend in the city. Left the ordering to our waiter Alex. Smart choice. Great food, his service..."
Peter Cracknell
"Love the food and atmosphere here. It's got a great vibe. Best for 2 or 4ppl. Not suited for larger groups. Else too squishy. If u go late at night,..."
Secret Taster
"Thoroughly enjoyed tapas and a drink here and it would have been even better with a friend or a group. It gets busy but didn't feel cramped. The..."
Pennae
"Food was good, as well as service. Loved the scallop with parma ham and brioche donut. Was a little pricey to me but normal for Melbourne's CBD area..."
Kristie Koo
"We wanted a table for 6 and had to wait an hour or so on an early Saturday evening. We eventually had to squeeze at a table meant for 4 but we were..."
Natasha Lim
"Loved having lunch here!Separate GF menu available allowed plentiful tasty options being coeliac.Couldn't fault any of the dishes my..."
Fiona Gass
"Great atmosphere to this place and a very convenient place to swing by after work for some Spanish dinner & drinks! I'll concede that the result..."
Jay Contor
"Waited just over half an hour which was expected for a Friday night. Restaurant was loud and crowded. Overall good Spanish tapas experience. Very..."
Catherine Tran
"On a Friday night, after work, I love this place. Great place for when you feel like a couple of tapas dishes, everything seems to be filled with..."
LaFussPot
"If you love spanish food - or even if you don't usually love spanish food but appreciate delicious, full of flavour food - then get yourself down to..."
On Sunday We Brunch
"Best Spanish food in town! Set menu is great to sample all the tapas this restaurant got to offer. Would definitely come back and recommend to family..."
TT
"Regular place, very very lovely and friendly staff and very delicious dishs ,but the price is a little bit ..."
Abdullah Hamad
"We stayed right next to MoVida on a recent trip to Melbourne, and my god it was delightful. Went for dinner one night and between the four of us,..."
Dxzx
"Hmm, I didn't enjoy this place as much as it's counter part however it is still pretty good. I loved some of the drinks they had going and well the..."
Darren Borg
"Had some tapas here. Really fresh, interesting food, a good range of sharing dishes and the service was great. This place gets packed so I'd..."
Timinmelbourne
"I've been here twice & the food is good. It's always busy & can get quite noisy. The banquet is always a good choice. The paella is delicious..."
Zuma Sinclair
"One of my favourite go to places in Melbourne. It's so different and perfect for when you don't feel like a formal sit down dinner. Love the casual..."
Nige12
"I've come here several times after work with my partner on date night. Reasonable prices, food is always delicious - specials normally change but..."
NF
"Loved it. Great food, delicious wine and friendly, sharp service. Can't fault this place. It's obvious why they are always so busy. Will be back for..."
Simone Louise
"Interesting decor and food. Staff friendly and prompt. On the negative the eggplant chips were oily. Also considering it was pretty casual it's..."
Priya George
"Went here last night and was not disappointed at all! We were able to book a table which is rare for Melbourne these day and sat at our table as..."
LittleMissPiggy
"A spinoff of Movida Restaurant, Next Door centers around a bustling bar and is a crowded, loud yet convivial eatery. Mosey up to the bar and meet..."
Jolee Pink
"Loved it here (again) had a 30 minute wait and started getting a little nervous as we were headed to the Taylor Swift concert, but as soon as we were..."
Krishna Brannigan
"Service:The bar waitress is really lovely n passionated. I guess she is the boss coz I never experienced so much enthusiasm from a person works..."
Lily Song
"Wow wow wonderful. We six negotiated the scary Spanish wine list with able assistance, then chose a dish each, mainly specials. Expert staff..."
Check Please
"Food is exciting and interesting. It's mostly hits, but there are some misses. I only wish that the service could be better. I sometimes feel that..."
An Antelope
"Great croquettes. Great atmosphere. Hammerhead sharks are overrated. But yeah oi Maney, Hey mate. Seeing Christine Anu tomorrow. Keen? Let us know...."
Adrian Ciconte
"Great venue. Great food. Great company. Very delicious meal and the service was great! Highly recommend. Oi Age what are you doing this weekend?..."
Sean Maney
"Awesome atmosphere! Food was devine and mindblowing Air DRY WAGYU IS Hatted Worthy dish. Holy Cow. Duck Patte is omgf! Guys drop ur pants and try..."
Howard Phung
"My first visit here, we came for lunch,Overall a terrific experience,Scottish ( I assume) big waiter was great, his service..."
Niceguy
"My girlfriend took me here for the first time. I had absolutely no idea what to expect. I could only wonder what i was about to get myself into while..."
Young Couple :)
"Came here for drinks early on a Sunday afternoon looking for some sangria and churros. We were lucky enough to get a standing spot by the window..."
Tay Tee
"Had late lunch! Great food! Loved the pinchos of codorniz. The tortilla was delicious, good beer. Good churros. Great place for tapas!! Recomend..."
Clemencia Liliana
"Good service, good food. We had a perfect spot on the bar, which give us superquick service. It's a little bit expensive, but worth it. De Toro..."
I. D.
"Small little tight restaurant. Found myself sitting on what seems to be bar stools for dinner, while not sitting at the bar. Not much privacy between..."
The Hungry Hippo
"Amazing little tapas restaurant, close to flinders st station. Always packed on the weekends, but delicious tapas. The green beans with bacon was..."
DumplingDoll
"We've been here quite a few times and it has consistently been a great place to go. Staff have been extremely helpful and managed to give us an..."
Tara
"My favorite restaurant in Melbourne.  Great knowledgeable staff, and the food is always a dead-set knock-out.  I've eaten there probably 10..."
Anthony
"We were lucky enough to get a seat as a walk-in. Been to this place so many times and thought I'd check it out again to see if has changed. The food..."
Hungry Ronin
"I love it ..."
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"Fantastic atmosphere. One of those busy crowded restaurants where you can hear the rumble of a thousand conversations without struggling to be heard...."
Ashley Dyson
"Great place for late night tapas. It is always crowded and they don't take bookings so expect a bit of a wait however if you have a late dinner you..."
One Piece Left
"Interesting for people watching. Great tapas if a little pricey. Worth it for the experience. Drink sangria in the summer and Spanish sherry in the..."
SusieQ
"Part of the MoVida Restaurant family, Next Door centers round a bustling bar and was a crowded, loud yet convivial eatery. We sat at the bar and..."
Jolee Pink
"Was craving for dessert with a HK tourist ... it's hard to find a place to have dessert on sat night... Luckily Movida Next Door gave us a great..."
Melbournespoon
"Really enjoyable food.  The waiters/waitresses knew the menu items backwards and recommended well.  A pleasant evening and looking forward to..."
DS
"GEM.as soon as you walk in, you know you stepped into one of melbournes gems, the place has a great vibe and great service food is of good..."
Levi Catalbas
"We came here on the off chance of having a meal before a show. We were very lucky. The staff were super friendly and gave us a table. We ordered our..."
Regallizy
"I prefer it to the 'real' movida. More casual and the food is great. If you can get in there either side of the peak dinner times it isnt too hard to..."
Elgar
"Love the atmosphere but the food too salty for my liking but the flavour was there. I'll need to book next time and try Movida. I'll visit this place..."
Con Stanley
"Great atmosphere, super yummy food! Highly recommend. Only lost a point as portions were super small for the price and the pork neck although tender..."
Karunia Marshall
"Great Spanish tapas bar in a picturesque location in Melbourne with amazing street art along the lane right next to Fed Square. I’ve been attending..."
Edu VN
"Movida Next Door, the more casual dining venue to the original Movida @MovidaMelb, presents a bustling atmosphere where one can enjoy tapas and a..."
Shaun D'Monte
"Amazing and high quality food, each of dishes is authentic and flavorful Good vibe and reasonable prices (approx. 45 pp for two girls without..."
Minn Wu
"Food was absolutely amazing and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Highly..."
David Sou
"Great food, wine and atmosphere- a really great place for delicious food - very authentic Spanish..."
Danielle McNicol
"Loved our dunch! Great sitting at 4pm for late lunch/early dinner! Excellent service. Great food. Good vibe. Melbourne hospitality at its..."
Katrina Corr
"I would say my favourite Spain restaurant in Melbourne. Price is reasonable and taste is..."
Bella L
Movida Aqui
88/100 (3687 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Octopus
Crab
Paella
Clams
Croquettes
Duck
Quail
Oyster
Cuttlefish
Calamari
Beef Cheeks
Mussels
Arroz Negro
Tuna
Calamares
Lamb
Fish
Pork
Tapas
Cod
Beef
Prawns
Tortillas
Salad
Sit down
Mediterranean
Spanish
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Seating
Table Service
Full Bar
After-hours
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"I’m a caterer and the main chef in my business, going out for a meal is almost always a disappointment for me as I come from an authentic Spanish..."
Halo Nolan
"Fresh exquisitely prepared food. Smart flavours and great portions. Very friendly staff and lovely..."
Shannon Raffe
"Tapas are outstanding. Love the cauliflower cream and beef cheek. The chicken rice was a bit disappointing..."
Girlpower Celia (GirlpowerCelia)
"Amazing ambience,diligent and friendly staff and good food.The calamari burger was awesome.The portion of wagyu beef was a bit heavy in the set..."
Prathibha Ragesh
"Fantastic atmosphere and intriguing decor. Love the vibes here. It's a great place for a special occasion. We went for a triple date and had the..."
Adam Bell
"I had on this place on my bday and Oh, My boyfriend couldn’t had chosen better!! The environment is cool and relaxed, but with a really nice..."
Vanessa Wingert
"It's a great place for a fine meal and is known to book out as a result. The staff are friendly, polite and knowledgeable but it's the food and wine..."
Nick Wadsley
"Outstanding service. We had a member of the party with accessibility challenges and booking staff talked through possibilities for optimising their..."
Amanda Purdue
Portello Rosso
88/100 (2503 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lamb
Mussels
Fish
Pork
Tapas
Ribs
Prawns
Meatballs
Beef
Octopus
Paella
Seafood Paella
Salad
Patatas Bravas
Duck
Croquettes
Sit down
Spanish
Mediterranean
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Mid-range
"Friendly prompt service and amazing food! A bit of a wait with paella but so well worth it! Had tapas while waiting, specially loved the ham..."
Cristina De Leon Tolentino
"We are there for lunch. Beautiful attentive staff and service. The olives and pork belly were a great start to our skis lunch. Followed by duck and..."
Mandi Ashcroft
"Had a great meal and service here the waiter in the blue vest was very accommodating and friendly. The croquettes are amazing along with all the..."
Chris Varsamakis
"We celebrated our xmas party set menu was amazing. I will be coming back to try your seafood paella....sangria half a litre to myself was..."
Effie Mylonas
"The staff are extremely helpful and the food is excellent can't fault this little hidden..."
Glenn Oldfield
"Lovely atmosphere, great service and excellent food. Tried 2 of the sangria's and loved them both. Would definatley recommend to friends and will be..."
Ness Bushing
"Fantastic tapas. One of the best outside of Spain. Wanted to come this past weekend but was..."
Ivan Medard
"I looooove how cozy and romantic the atmosphere is here with its Spanish style decor. Highly recommend the tartar. Beef was fresh and the..."
Kitakai
"Portello RossoSensational Spanish Tapas and PaellaThis wonderful restaurant is slightly hidden in Warburton Lane so make certain you..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"Had the best dinner here on Saturday night! Love how Portello is hidden down a lane in the cbd - you'd never know it was there. The design of the..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"This place is a lovely little gem in the alleyways. I took my gf for her birthday here. The tapas did not disappoint and we had some..."
Mr S
"A regular haunt for me whether I’m with friends, colleagues or clients. Great tapas, fantastic wine and beer, superb atmosphere. A nice piece of..."
Dave Moolman
"Unlike most, I don't have much to say about the tapas. Me and my wife went primarily for one thing: the paella.Best paella in Melbourne! (Well..."
Mr NomNom
"Went there for my partners Birthday. We had a lot of fun there. Al the waitresses are really friendly. The food was very very good. We had a really..."
Alessandra
"Excellent spot, lovely atmosphere. I went with my wife for lunch and we were lucky to be seated on the chefs tasting table. We got a few..."
AJ
"First of all I want to thank the staff of Portello Rosso for providing exceptional service to us on my friend’s birthday. Thank you especially to..."
Caroline Beaney
"Hidden alley way gem! Some of the best tapas I’ve eaten in Melbourne. Love love love this restaurant! If it wasn’t so busy, I’d probably come..."
Great Restaurant Mentions
"Food is good and the service is good as well. A bit hard to order because the menu is not in English and there is no pictures for the food. Very nice..."
Yuxi Li
"We wanted to eat paella but actually it’s only on weekdays (tue-thurs) that was sad part but thats my fault I didn’t check the menu properly when..."
Ayakayaka701
"A hidden Gem! Definitely one of my regular spots for Melbourne, as all good finds, tucked away in Warburton Lane off Lt Bourke Street. This place is..."
Melbourne Food Girl
"Came here for dinner with work colleagues. Food was fantastic as well as the service. Loved it! Just too pricey so only for once in a blue moon kinda..."
Myrsz80
"It’s hard work choosing a parent-friendly restaurant when yours are a) hyper critical Asian parents who think they can make whatever it is..."
Sonia Nair
"The food was SO good!!! Servings sizes are on the small side so do order a few mains to share if you are in a group. Also do great churros..."
Evelyn Wu
"Beautiful atmosphere and very friendly staff. My favourite would have to be the grilled lamb chops, they were so succulent. But I'll definitely be..."
Fatcat
"As an avid tapas and all things spanish lover, I can honestly say that Portello Rosso once again you have knocked my socks off.The beef cheek..."
Natalie Rebershak
"We have been here several times and they are always awesome. Scrumptious tapas and plates of all denominations arrive as described. Make sure you..."
Michael O
"What an amazing little gem this is! Stumbled into this place by accident and what a surprise, it was wonderful. As a lover of all things tapas, this..."
Simply WonderFood
"OMG.. the food.. try as much as you can.. often you are met with bold flavours, then soothed by melt in your mouth moments. The servings are of a..."
Descartesmuse
"We have only been here once and had really enjoyed the food and service.I can’t even remember which tapas we had. Everything was..."
Secret Taster
"I am in love with this place. All the drinks and food were divine. My favourite was definitely the succulent lamb ribs. Staff were very accommodating..."
Melbourne, Let’s Eat
"This place looks awesome on the inside and the staff are really hospitable. The entrees we ordered were lovely however nothing really stood out..."
Natasha Sonsini
"This is our first time trying a Tapas place. Hidden at a quiet corner, this tiny restaurant has a cosy ambience and great music. We were greeted..."
Sarah Tan
"nice place~the waitess is so nice!!!!!!!!!!!!We also enjoy the time we spent at there.Will be there again once we have another..."
Xin DU
"This place has all the markings of a great Spanish tapa restaurant - slightly hidden away, cosy and welcoming decor, warm lighting and a fairly..."
Foodme
"My friend decided to have her birthday dinner here and booked a reservation for 7pax. Since there was a group of us, we decided to go for the chef..."
LittleM
"We booked dinner for 2 at 9.00 pm on White Night Melbourne. We arrived on time and our table was immediately available. The staff welcomed us..."
Lindsay
"Was taken to this place for Valentine’s Day :). Upon first impression, I thought this place looked very nice and romantic :). We ordered the chef..."
Kira Dinh
"Lovely tapas restaurant with lovely staff and service. I has the Calamar which was grilled with a beautiful aioli. The Paella was delicious. Even..."
Aimseebaby
"My partner lived in Spain for half year and that’s the reason why I really want to try Spanish cuisine once. Probably that’s the way to pretend..."
Kaseyzz
"One of the best Spanish tapas restaurants in town! Got there slightly earlier than our reservation time so we were directed to their bar next door..."
XiaoHui Teo
"So full!!! We ordered the banquet and I like the pork belly the most. The skin is crispy and the meat is soft. But it is bit salty. The paella is..."
Sinwellxiaowei
"I’ve been there years ago and revisited it recently again. The standard is still great. We had very good food and wine. One of the best Spanish in..."
Sarah Bear
"just amazing! Our fav in the cbd. A real romantic ambience, great food and fabulous drinks. Must try the pork belly (partner said it’s to die for!)..."
Aldotbrady
"I was excited about coming here with the Meetup group tonight and have some Spanish Tapas. Portillo Rossi is down a dingy looking laneway in the..."
Sarah Loves Food
"Portello Rosso is one of the Melbourne CBD's most popular and well regarded Spanish restaurants. Their menu focuses on their range of small dishes..."
Melbourne Culinary
"A Spanish hideout in the CBDDecor is good, we sat upstairs which I think was a good spot, those tables downstairs looked a bit tight for..."
Splendid
"Had 4 tapas.Scallop,small size but cooked good.Croqueta-ham hock,is that a flour ball?Tortilla,likes a egg pie mixed with..."
Alexis Chan
"Let's keep it short and simple! This place gives you the feeling that you are in Spain from decor to seating and location. Sangria was magnificent, I..."
Amid
"I went here with a group of friends and had the veggie paella and a few tapas with some wine. All the food was delicious, the staff were sweet and..."
Always Hungry
"The staff were very friendly and the food was delicious but alittle small for the price I think. Went for lunch with 5 other people and we ordered 5..."
Amysyder
"1) Ambience and Interior - the interior was really cute and it gave off really good vibes. I would say it's a great place to catch up with friends..."
CHRISTINE
"Paella is strongly recommended. One of my friend is allergic to seafood , so we order the other one. To my surprise, it's by far the best paella in..."
Aria L
"Always fun to wander down a Melbourne lane looking for a new adventure. started with some tapas and at the wait staffs recommendation we ordered 2..."
Brunny Girl
"Portello Rosso is an amazing restaurant. The food was delicious, the decor was fresh and the staff were friendly. The dishes that stood out for me..."
Kirsty Haggerty
"First of all, I can't thank the staff enough for being so accommodating on time when half of the guests were stuck on trains due to signal issues...."
Vincent Wang
"Saturday night dinner to celebrate my 31st birthday. The staff were very accommodating with our booking. Portello Rosso has a great feel. The wine..."
Emma
"I had a great time. Great starts and the pork belly was sensational! The paella too was sensational from memory. I would go back for sure as I..."
Kimberley Leggett
"Even though the food was pretty decent, was pretty disappointed with the portions of the food even though it was stated as mains (for communal..."
Yiling
"Really yummy food with amazing service in a cute atmosphere. Service was amazing. We had some tapas and paella. Churros to finish. Would definitely..."
Brianna John
"Have been looking for a good tapas bar for quite a while now and i think i have found the one. The food we received was worth every $$ and will..."
Lover Of Food
"When you walk in, you're greeted with mouth watering aromas that make you excited to eat the food! Absolutely incredible food! A little expensive but..."
Occasionalmelbfoodie
"Paella was the best I have ever had. Amazing. Ate till I burst the food was so good. Beautiful environment, fantastic service and a great atmosphere...."
Zoe
"Pretty good experience with my friend Jimmy. Lamb rib has too much oil but it can be understood. We share an egg cake together. Not many people..."
元霸李
"This place is lovely, I was taken here on a date and I enjoyed my time here and my company. The food is very delicious, and please note, it is tapas..."
Sallysfoodadventures
"Amazing service, atmosphere and food! Enjoyed many of the entree's and small plates, as well as the paella. Cocktails and drinks menu had variety and..."
Andy
"We were seated on the upper floor, which is a narrow dining space best for groups of 2-4. (I found the tables  too close to one another.) The ground..."
Julycheee
"Whilst pricey, the food here was pretty good. We had the paella (amazing),beef skewer (very good),croquettes (very good), patatas bravas..."
AaronN
"It had been a while since I'd treated myself to a more upmarket feed, and I was very happy that I'd made a good, safe choice with Portello Rosso. We..."
Jimmy Chew Food
"After a revisit to Portello Rosso due to a accidental mis-understanding, my partner and I had a great time indulging in the chef's menu, which..."
Ravvy
"Atmosphere 4/5Service 5/5Food 4/5This is a great place for spanish tapas. Good for catching up with friends or for a dinner date. Very..."
Kat_Eats_Mel
"Came to this lovely place hidden in a lane way in the middle of the CBD last friday night. We were warmly greeted and taken to our seats. The staff..."
M&A
"This is my go to place for Spanish food. The tapas had a lot of variety, some were a little bland but there's was a lot to choose from. The paella..."
Ray
"Almost there with the top Spanish restaurant in town but fall short. Great service and have a very nice ambient feel on the top floor. Medium sized..."
Thevangogh
"Reliable, tasty Spanish. Had croquettes, prawns, lamb ribs, salad, paella and drinks. All tasty dishes. Service is attentive and friendly. Will..."
Lachlan
"Little options for drinks if you aren't drinking alcohol 3.5/10Food overall was 7.5/10 LOVED the croquettes and desserts but wasn't a huge fan..."
Darian
"Great tapasNice food Make sure that you have booking before you go , the chance to get a descent table is very low Love the bar on..."
Aniiyyo
"This place was so accommodating - we only had an hour to spare before going to the theatre and they allowed us to prebook paella for 2 (which would..."
Monique Mike
"Lane way dining in Melbourne always opens up to new and exciting food. Portello Rosso definitely brings something new and exciting from its location..."
Our Foodie Finds
"Haha casual dinning that cost over $150 for two people! Sarcasm aside I just felt a little disappointed. Tapas was nice and fun to share but oily...."
Perky
"Place is 6/10Food is 7/10Service 6/10 Quantity 3/10Price per meal 4/10- all in all, nice for a catch up with friends but not..."
Zainab
"I absolutely loved this place.We made a reservation for 7 online. It was easy and they confirmed via email and text.When we..."
J
"I've been wanting to go here for a while. We were jammed in a corner upstairs which was slightly crampy and didn't reflect the vibe downstairs sadly...."
James Patrick
"Came here tonight for Mothers Day. Service wasn't super attentive to us which was a let down. The tapas "pequenos" and the larger sharing plates..."
Ammy Elle
"Came here for a special occasion and it was definitely the right choice! The ambiance was great and loved the decor too. While the restaurant was..."
Lime N Coconut
"The restaurant is not that easy to be noticed but really a good choice to eat Spanish food. I think the courses are all authentic, and the paella is..."
Siyou
El Rincon
88/100 (785 ratings)
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Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Spanish
European
Gluten Free Options
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Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Chicken Wings
Calamari
Paella
Mussels
Patatas Bravas
Calamares
Croquettes
Tapas
Prawns
Tortillas
Eggplant
Meatballs
Salad
Octopus
Spanish
Mediterranean
European
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Full Bar
Wheelchair Accessible
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We had two lovely times here at he El Rincon and loved the welcoming atmosphere as well as the very delicious food. We found this authentic jewel by..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"I first dined at El Rincon with a group of colleagues in late July (photos included) and the same group returned yesterday. Apart from tiny tables..."
Lin
"We enjoyed a nice tapas lunch here yesterday. The staff were helpful and friendly, the service was quick and the food was really nice. They offer a..."
Stu
"Just had dinner with my sister in law at this intimate little Spanish restaurant and wow! We were both extremely impressed with everything, from the..."
Veta Bajaj
"Delicious authentic food, wine and beer. Great atmosphere and staff were very accommodating even with our large loud group who stayed for 3 hours! We..."
Sophie Hodgson
"We were walking around the market to get coffee and got lucky because this small place was open. A friendly staff greeted and seated us. Tables were..."
Dian Octarina
"Excellent service and attentive wait staff! El Rincon is the real deal for authentic Spanish Tapas, Alcohol and Meals. I enjoyed this fantastic..."
Adrienne Awad
"I regularly walk past this place and decided to try it out one day. It's a little restaurant but has a lot of food to offer. It opens late and you..."
Hungry Koala
"Terrific ,friendly and welcoming place. Beautiful tapas and great wine list. Staff are friendly and knowledgable what a great accidental find. Will..."
Darrenchowman
"Great food, excellent service - highly recommended for a fabulous tapas meal. Yummy croquettes and friendly waiter. Lovely sitting outside under the..."
Fizz Dakin
"Absolutely beautiful. Everything hit the mark; authentic delicious food, incredible selection of drinks, beautiful decor and astonishing customer..."
Cazz
"This is my new favourite place.  This quaint Spanish Tapas and Wine bar is close to the Queen Victoria Market and oozes with style, warmth and..."
CAZ MCLENNAN
"El Rincon is a Spnaish place in Queen Victoria Market. It has been opened for a few months now and already they are starting to see customers in the..."
Katherine Chiu
"Enjoyed a very tasty and delicious dinner last thursday night at El Rincon. Great food,service and ambience. Would highly recommend to..."
Katerina Potic Tasovski
"He encontrado este restaurant español despues de algun tiempo de vivir en Melbourne y ha sido una grata sorpresa la comida espectacular y su staff..."
Anna
"Great food,Big servings.Lamb melts in your mouth.Chicken and Pork chops were tender,Paella was delicious.A must try when you visit Queen Victoria..."
Apolmartinez
"Fantastic place. Very good place and food. Excellent food and very good actitudes. Very kind people. Excellent croquetas y montaditos chorizo...."
Alejandro Roig Hernández
"Awesome food and super friendly staff. I wanted to try some of the squid ink flavoured paella and they prepared some for me. Also, my kids eat only..."
Damir
"The little place is so cosy and beautiful with amazing food thats very authentic. The staff is absolutely stunning and the friendliest I've..."
Aldijana Dedic
"El Rincón is by far the most authentic Spanish restaurant I visited in Melbourne. Located next to Queen Victoria Market, this little gem has the..."
FFF
"Such a nice place in the heart of the city! It really reminds me of Spain! The best croquettas and the best sangria in Australia so far. We had 5..."
Wout Vervaart
"What a discover!!! I just found the most authentic spanish place in Melbourne if not in Australia. They have a great selection of tapas and wines...."
Mike
"Incredible service, amazing food and extremely pleasant environment. The atmosphere is enhanced by the perfect selection of music!Carlos and..."
Gavin Macleod
"Great food, great service, beautiful wines and awesome service from Carlos. Definitely worth repeated visits. One for locals and visitors to..."
Emergencyeats
"My husband HOWARD and I are on holiday from the UK we found El Rincon whilst exploring Victoria Market Manager Carlos and staff were friendly..."
Astrid Meadowcroft
"A great experience at a great restaurant! The food was amazing and the service was excellent. Highly recommending the paella and gambas..."
Eti
"Delicious food and a few complimentary dishes thrown in for good measure, great vibe and amazing location and very engaging staff.... will be back..."
Scott Anstey
"First time here ! Lovely place. Carlos was working and he is brilliant. Telling us about the specials. Lovely food and a couple of small..."
Todd Gilbey
"Excellent place to grab a little bite of Spain. The "Gallega Octopus" and the "Spanish Tortilla" were amazing! Don't hesitate to try this restaurant...."
B.blancoaramburo
"Great place for tappas! Love the wine especially and very friendly service from Carlos and Ana the chef! Will definitely be a regular here!!..."
Ilya Shteinberg
"We love this place. In the morning for an espresso and omelette, or the evening for sherry, tapas, or a delicious meal. So authentic, makes us think..."
David Benjamin
"Passing by and saw a sign for sangria on tap... why not stop. I'm beyond happy that we did. Outstanding service! Positive and welcoming vibe! Food is..."
Lass
"Melbourne’s favourite central food market is home to an array of multi-cultural cuisines, and El Rincon brings Spanish to the table. It’s part of..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"We stumbled into el Rincon needing coffee after the overload of the markets & had so much more! The tapas menu is extensive offering many tapas..."
Mirandajbw
"Good food, lots of variety and good vegetarian options. Great service (thanks Carlos!) attentive without being overbearing. Listen to Carlos when he..."
Bron Holdgate
"El Rincon, literally translating to "the corner", in reference to the location of the restaurant by Melbourne's Queen Victoria Market, is a small..."
Melbourne Culinary
"I highly recommend Eiir El Rincon a top class restaurant that offers REAL Spanish food served the traditional way with Sangria. The food was gourment..."
Aggie Koczwara
"El Rincón is an authentic Spanish Tapas bar located in the heart of the Queen Victoria Market. The restaurant boasts a large range of premium..."
Gastrology
"El Rincon is a beautiful little Spanish tapas wine bar located in the Queen Victoria markets. Everything they do here is authentic and based on..."
FOOD TRIP
"Can't beat freshly squeezed orange juice - on the house! Breakfast was very tasty and excellent customer service. Lovely little spot looking out on..."
Andrea
"Very good services! Amazing food is well!! My friend and I had very good time with them. I would like to visit them agin next time with my..."
Jiefeicarol
"Stopped in for refreshment after shopping. Drank some wine and shared some tapas. The food was all tasty the wine refreshing The service was great,..."
RandR
"Everything was perfect ,the staff is very friendly, the food is very good, the desserts are awesome! They have a large variety of wines, beers on tap..."
Altair Barsoom
"Great addition to Queen Vic Market! It opens till late and serves coffee and wine all day. Love it! The staff is amazing, had the meatballs and pork..."
Elynn Yong
"Viva El Rincon! what an amazing evening to mark my 30th birthday :) This place is full of character , sophistication and delecious wine. My tastebuds..."
Anna Akimova
"This place has a very cosy and feel to it and the staff are very helpful and friendly. The food is simple, but very tasty. This is a great place to..."
Leonardo Esposito
"The food is awesome and huge portion! Love the interior and atmosphere. Staffs are warm, friendly and super nice! Definitely coming back again and..."
Amy Chien
"Finally a Spanish place that doesn't sell boring paella!Great authentic Spanish food, large portions and incredibly reasonably priced!!..."
Elena
"Really good Spanish food. Excellent sea food paella!! Amazing croquet! And really delicious garlic & chili prawns!! Quite recommended. I'll come back..."
Sergio Morell Puche
"Great experience at El Rincon tonight. Excellent Sangria on tap, croqueta and paella. Shout out to the waitress who served us tonight; there is a..."
Bonnie Lau
"Restaurant started off saying they didn't have space for us inside despite us having a booking. Nonetheless, wanted to try the calamari and paella as..."
B Low
"This is easily the most authentic Spanish restaurant I have been to in Australia (I have lived in Spain and come from a Spanish family) Visiting from..."
Lachlan Norton
"Really authentic Spanish food. Tasted like home!!! Nice staff. Highly..."
Sara Gallego
"El Rincon turns out to be a warm place on a cold evening. We were served by two waitresses and my gosh they were so nice and welcoming, and yes..."
Karan Batra
"Located on the Victoria St side of Queen Victoria Market is this small, intimate, authentic Spanish tapas bar, run by some pretty amazing people who..."
Stephanie Rose
"Most amazing Spanish food in Melbourne! The mushroom & truffle croquettes are a must! Excellent customer service. Can't wait to come..."
Estefani Nieves
The Lincoln
87/100 (1376 ratings)
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Bar
Gluten Free Options
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Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Crab
Bangers And Mash
Croquettes
Fish
Pork
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Australian
Gastropub
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Non-smoking restaurants
Accepts American Express
Outdoor Seating
Street Parking
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Came here for dinner a few nights ago and had a fantastic meal! Excellent service, great food and a very extensive drinks list! Definitely..."
Paul Roberts
"Extremely nce traditional pub, with a hint of contemporary style. Bar tenders never too pushy, clever advices on ales. Pub food in the traditional..."
Davide Zucchi
"This is definitely at least a four star business, good value, good quality, good service, but it gets an extra point anyway for the publicans cheeky..."
Neil Hargreaves
"At Melbourne's second oldest pub built around 1850 and i gotta admit it's pretty impressive, i love the bar it looks like the original one for the..."
Alex Rayner
"Had my 50th there Saturday night , sensational old style pub venue, one of the best . Thanks for contributing to the celebration..."
Dean Wall
"Fantastic food. Fantastic wine. Bernaise was to die..."
Slimo Matschoss
"epic amount of food and "down to earth"-normal management! Love it, must go every time I am in..."
Stefan Ritt
"Great old historic pub. Spotlessly clean throughout particularly the toilets. Really good menu for an old pub. Had a good atmosphere. Will..."
Errol Lawrence
"Great little pub great beer . Friendly staff great..."
Mary Shanahan
"Brilliant night, great food with great friends in a vibrant friendly atmosphere. Staff are great old school going round talking to your punters! How..."
Julie Holland
"The food, the wine, the friendly smiles from behind the bar....what's not to love? You will appreciate all that is old in this "rumoured to be 2nd..."
Meagan Harper
"Great food the staff were very friendly, variety of boutique beers which come at a price..."
Cindy Ryan
"The homemade noodles were fantastic, very cute place, service was pretty nice the staff was friendly, great place to dine..."
FoodieInMel
"A cool little pub on a great corner location in Carlton that was absolutely buzzing on the Friday afternoon that we popped in for drinks. Inside and..."
Morgs71
"Nice venue, not too noisy at lunch time when we were there.Several lunch time specials for $18.Tempura fish with potato salad,..."
Affogato Addiction
"Saturday steak was really tasty and good price.. 35$ includes house wine 🍷.. will be back for sure! The sourdough with garlic herbs butter was..."
Kepikkecil
"Lo and behold— I stumbled upon this weird little pub on a random weekend. Atmosphere: 0. Service 10/10. Menu was limited but hot damn, everything..."
Jason Lim
"Fantastic place for drinks after work - friendly staff but it does get quite busy after 5pm, so if you have any birthdays/farewells/friday after work..."
Smilepichu
"Great local pub. We came here for a photo shot. Everything looked so good and very photogenic! Afterwards, we ate it all, it was so good. I..."
Split The Bill
"Now i won't review this place as a pub, because the dining room is set aside as a small restaurant. The prices are restaurant equivalent, and the..."
Tasting Notes Melbourne
"Always walking past this place and it's always full. So one Friday when we felt like pub food we thought why not?! Its pub food with a nice upgrade,..."
Foodies.and.Coe
"I absolutely love this pub. A great, relaxed feel, a great wine list and delicious food. Everything here is really great and they take bookings too...."
KnowingMelbourne
"The Lincoln was a delight. Awesome pub we just could not believe we hadn't visited before. Everyone behind the was knowledgeable and very nice. Good..."
Melbourne Epicure
"As part of a food photography course we were taken to the Lincoln to shoot some of their dishes (which we then ate). I was pleasantly surprised at..."
Followthefoodmelbourne
"YUM! Really impressed with our visit to The Lincoln. Everything we ordered was delicious, great quality and super appetising to look at. Gotta love a..."
RoxyMaxwell
"Really fantastic food! We had the cheese and onion croquetta which were amazing and the house made prawn cracker with crab and the trumpet with..."
Paul Roberts
"Brought my parents for dinner. Mum can be a tightwad and often says things like "I could make this at home" (although she's often right) but she..."
Kate
"Came here for a Scarf dinner tonight on a coolish Melbourne evening. This was the best of the five Scarf dinners I'd been to previously and my..."
Two Sheds
"DO: The pork tonkatsu, fish, mussels and fried chicken starters. DON'T: Forget about the beers and wines. Pretty good selection...."
David Food Leasing
"Yummy beer and super yummy food too. I had a delicious cauliflower salad. There was a fun vibe. Good service, very friendly staff :) cute tunes..."
Mira Oo
"My partner and I came here for Valentine's Day, it was our second visit. Our first impression of the place was positive, so we thought we'd visit..."
Dee Ignacio
"Enjoyed a great lunch with a starter of cured meets, then a beautifully cooked rump steak medium rare cut in slivers. Then we had a cheeseboard for..."
Bob Sharon
"Came here last Monday for a long lunch with friends.The service throughout the day was great - super friendly and very knowledgeable by all of..."
Nat Mac
"Really nice food, just perfect week night dinner or friday drinks. We liked the ambience. Recommended for a group of friends seeking a casual jolly..."
TPD
"More of a gastropub than a corner drinking hole, the Lincoln does slightly more complex food, executed well. It's still not too fancy but is more..."
Fiona
"Came here for a mid-week boozy lunch and was pleasantly-well-more-than-usually-surprised. The menu here is somewhat eclectic, and the cultural origin..."
C
"Excellent well crafted fine dining dishes by The Lincoln team. Had the half Lincoln - chef's choice of 5 dishes $45pp and left w a big smile! Tasted..."
J88
"Came for a work lunch of over 10 people. Had the fish n chips. It was a decent sized portion. The fish was piping hot which was a pleasant suprise..."
Blueberrypie
"Surprised how good this place was. Lovely food, nice wine menu, you should definitely give this place a try. Friendly staff too. We'll be back...."
Steve Mackenzie
"Amazing food! Came here for a drink expecting bar food to be served. But the quality of food that just kept coming out of the kitchen was phenomenal...."
Ryan Teo
"Just had Sunday lunch at The Lincoln. Food was great, service friendly, only downside they were really quiet, undeservedly so! We had a selection of..."
DAVJ
"Winter is here. And it has hit with such a cold vengeance that I find myself with a constant craving for either piping hot noodles or a hearty,..."
Theycallmemaggie
"Second visit to the Lincoln and it was just a good as the first. Intimate pub that is really inviting and food that goes above and beyond pub..."
Dos Delish
"What makes a great pub? Is it great food? The warm atmosphere? The beer line up? The welcoming staff?. A trip to The Lincoln Hotel in Carlton had me..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"Hotel Lincoln is one of Melbourne's oldest pubs. It's been on the same spot now for 162 years and some of the patrons have been going there literally..."
Food Lover
"MoVida Aqui’s ex-manager, Iain Ling has taken over historic Carlton pub, Hotel Lincoln. While the iconic pub’s architectural features have..."
Gastrology
"When you walk into The Lincoln it’s immediately got that beloved local pub vibe – brimming with regulars enjoying after work drinks at..."
Nic Cril
"We are so spoilt in Melbourne. Here "pub food™ usually means carefully prepared burgers, amazing steaks and locally sourced, fresh ingredients...."
Champagne And Chips
"Would I go back? Yes. Yes. Yes. The food was surprising and delicious, service was friendly, and both were enjoyed in a relaxed environment. I..."
Spoonfuls Of Wanderlust
"Might be the best pub food I've ever had, my top 3 pubs being this, Builders Arms Hotel, and Marquis of Lorne. "The Lincoln" , an 8 course set menu..."
Simon Ck
"Hotel Lincoln (sometimes known as The Lincoln) in Carlton is one of the oldest pubs in Melbourne. Its most recent incarnation has turned it into a..."
MEL: HOT OR NOT
"Can you fall in love with a pub? I think I have. This has been our local for years however we went rarely in the past as the place was dull and..."
Graham
"Jury is out for me, wanted to love it, did enjoy elements of it, but as a whole it kinda left me wanting. Maybe the menu choices we had weren't quite..."
Stephen Raphael
"A great place very impressed loved..."
Food 2 Run
"After a recent late lunch at the Lincoln, I can state that it has made a deserved returned to my radar...The greatest change is in the kitchen and..."
DeOriginalOne
"...the service is top notch, the food is stellar - and they do the most amazing charcuterie and steaks you could ever hope for. The Head Chef is Ross..."
Dining Nirvana
"I don't think I have ever had a bad time at Hotel Lincoln and I have certainly never had a bad meal there. Around since the 1850′s Hotel Lincoln is..."
FoodieAboutTown
"Cute location away from bustle of Lygon. Fantastic food and professional service. Love..."
Ashley
"You can thank/blame the duck enabler for this one. I had heard through the twitters that Hotel Lincoln had a duck pie on the menu, so on a Friday..."
Cloudcontrol
"My brother and his wife just had their first child recently so weren't able to make it to my birthday dinner proper. Dad suggested having another (!)..."
Gem
"What a great place to visit, the food is fantastic, the atmosphere is friendly and the service is $&@$&..."
Chris Smid
"100% 10 out of 10. Absolutely brilliant. Best service, great atmosphere and the food ........... words will not do justice. Gnocchi was superb. We'll..."
Eastie
"Very good. Enjoyed eating here last night, all four of us had different dishes, all cooked very well and constructed from good..."
Lisa
"My local is a pub with history, tales to tell and a surprise that never fails to impress my friends when I invite them over for a meal. The..."
Peter Eerden
"Very pleasant - bit noisy - but staff are friendly - kitchen busy - but kept the standards very high. Popular and cheery - parking was better than..."
Eton's Mess
"Had the wagyu bresaola - amazing. Duck rilette - incredible. Wagyu eye fillet main - best steak I've ever had. The thrice cooked chips were perfectly..."
Timothy Roberts
"Often go here for lunch, varied menu- quite a big meal if you are only after something small! Always really good service and great for a drink after..."
Claire
"Great food, great service, shame about the music. Had a great meal here earlier this week. Can't fault the service - the waitress was on the ball and..."
Leanne Hallowell
"Lovely Experience. Lovely bar with lots of wood panels and a kind of art deco feel. Come here for the steaks! The cuts are very good quality and well..."
SweetFaces
"Pub food with finesse. Did not visit the restaurant this time, chose to eat some food at the bar instead. We were not disappointed. Restaurant menu..."
Vivien Simon
"Amazing. Could not fault this dining experience even a little bit. We had entrees of zucchini flowers, smoked salmon and field mushrooms, and all..."
Nickers
"Great food, great pub. For a number of reasons, the husband & I haven't been out much without toddler in tow lately, but we jumped at the chance of..."
Vee Visits
"One of Melbourne's best gastronomic pubs, fabulous food, great service, highly..."
Ian Macdonald
"The Hotel Lincoln is very unassuming from the outside but really something else from within. It has a very extensive wine list and impressive food..."
Iceman
"Love it. I have eaten in the formal dining area a number of times now, and it never fails to impress. Most recently, the dining room has been..."
Ambra
"Not what you'd expect from the outside. From the outside, the Hotel Lincoln looks like nothing much: one of those old-fashioned pubs found on almost..."
Bonnie
"Quality food, generous servings. A great all-rounder and, given the quality and huge servings, pretty good value too. The grilled tuna steak was..."
Nom Nom Nom
"Wonderful little pub with oodles of character and old taste. A good selection tasty beers on tap & hearty pub meals (won’t go in for the Barra..."
Tushar Kelkar
"Service was really good, food was the type my mum use to cook back in the UK. Only downside was the UK draft beer was way to cold. Brits love there..."
Steve King
"Amazing place with an amazing atmosphere. They have a great selection of beers and even better food. I had the Sherlock Holmes Pork Ribs and it was..."
Virain de Mel
"Fantastic food with great prices and huge portions! Friendly accommodating staff, cute interior decor and nice selection of drinks on..."
Sionainne Costello
"Consistently good and cozy English pub. Can't ask for more; good food, good beer and good service. Lady was cheerfully checking everybody's Vax cert..."
Ching Jin Tee
"I got myself Scotch Fillet Steak 🥩 served with chips, salad and mash potato 🥔 Friendly service, tasty..."
Avissa Suseno
"Great British Pub with delicious food and drinks . The daily roasts are always fantastic and the Parma as great too. They have some great British..."
Andy Wilk
"After going down the stairs below street level you will feel transported to a old London pub. It's warm and welcoming, the staff are bright and..."
Jamie
Carlton Wine Room
87/100 (2145 ratings)
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European
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Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Dinner
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Mid-range
"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
Cargo Restaurant
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"Had a great meal there the other night. Delicious food, attentive and helpful wait staff. My dietary restrictions were catered for with no fuss. It..."
Carol Pawsey
"We have traveled and drank and eaten at every place we have stopped at but the customer service in the cafes and bars and shops is so freshly nice..."
Don Willett
"A nice relaxed bar in Docklands looking over the water. Staff very friendly and attentive. Asked for a couple of requests in our order and the food..."
Katie Rose
"Excellent staff/service, food was beautiful and view was gorgeous!! A must if in Melbourne. Make sure you have a deconstructed cheesecake and the..."
Kelly Kessels
"Everything about this place is amazing! Great view, fantastic service from the staff and amazing..."
Neasan McGuinness
"First time to Melbourne, we kept going back to Cargo bar each morning for breakfast, also tried lunch menu and food is absolutely amazing! Quick..."
Tarah Pursell
"This restaurant is a must-visit when you visit Melbourne. I went there yesterday for a brunch. They served delicious food and the service was..."
Jacque Malazarte Urot
"Great place with friendly staff, food & drinks really good. Nice..."
Sue Grant
"Fantastic experience overall. Spent New Years Eve in Cargo. Lovely place, service was fantastic and food was amazing! Service staff were attentive,..."
George Lowe
"Excellent food.Fantastic service.The staff were very accommodating to our daughters vegan requirements. The food came out very quickly and the..."
Robbie Charleston
"Nice foods there and very good view facing the waterfront by Cody really enjoy the environment there surely to come back for the nice environment..."
Peter Chong
"Loved the food, the atmosphere thoroughly enjoyed it. Would recommend it to..."
Effie Triantafillidis
"I really like how you can dine with a view being the view of the waterfront assuming you get the table by the window ⛲️Decent food,..."
Steph
"Amazing..."
Vinicius Melo
"Coffee and food were both 10 out of 10! Would highly recommend the waffles. The view is incredible and service was great! Will definitely be..."
Kahlia McHugh
"Firstly the big highlight about this place is its location. Having a nice meal, looking over the water cannot go wrong. Especially there are very..."
We.eat.travel.love
"This restaurant have a delicious carbonara pappardelle..."
天军
"Absolutely love this place, right from the Ambience, the view, the food and the drinks.. Cargo's pretty close to my place and i go here often and..."
Madhu
"This place is definitely a go-to if you're looking for a place to chill. It's located right next to the port, hence, a pretty nice view from the..."
Sharon Jong
"I loved the cosy atmosphere in this place with one of the best views & great service. The food was amazing, and quantity was just right at reasonable..."
Amala Priya Shankar
"It’s a waterfront restaurant. Vegetarian and vegan friendly too. I went there with my friend, nice ambience, friendly staffs, nice views and yes..."
Sonam Jaiswal Anant
"Coming from a person who never likes carbonara, this place has a really tasty Carbonara Pappardelle, and I also love the ambience!..."
Teresa Tamika
"Went for dinner there on a wintery night. Perfect place with perfect view. The ambience and view does add a lot to the experience.The food was..."
Sonam Khanduja
"A sister restaurant to Berth next door, you could consider Cargo the cool, younger sister. Wheras Berth concentrates on an a la carte menu, Cargo is..."
Morgs71
"It’s Friday night, you’ve just clocked off from work, what do you do – well for us, we were recently invited to Cargo Restaurant’s..."
HEARD Magazine
"I’ve only visited for their new bottomless Cargo - bottomless pizza and selected drinks on Friday’s (4:30-6:30). The pizza was delicious - nice..."
Lee Crawford
"We attended the launch of the new ‘Bottomless Cargo’ where every Friday night during Winter, they serve unlimited selected pizza and drinks!..."
Dine And Dash
"I loved attending the launch of Bottomless Cargo. This includes unlimited pizza and drinks for $39 from 4:30-6:30pm every Friday night during Winter..."
Melanie (ForeverBrunching)
"very nice place to have dinner in. My friend were having her birthday and we chose there for both the location and the taste. It is very close to the..."
Cathleen
"This place is the best place with a thin based pizza. The view is absolutely spectacular and the sea breeze makes it fresh and cool. The food is a..."
Chi Vu
"I ordered Crispy Chicken burger and was delightfully surprised. The contrast of the signature barbecue sauce with the apple coleslaw was a very tasty..."
Harry
"Like a pretty view place in docklands. Heard this place years ago finally got chance to go there. Wedges with bacon is really yummy! Wood pizza is..."
FoodLoverQueenM
"Great service and good food. Have been back a couple of times and can’t go past the beef burger with Mac and cheese croquets as an entree. Awesome..."
Burgerman77
"To be frank with you Cargo is probably my favourite restaurant in Victoria! And the reasons why is you can get both paella and mac and cheese..."
Michael Bednarek
"Such a cool place! Had been to the Sydney cargo and wanted to check out Melbourne’s. We all opted for burgers which were amazing. Would love to..."
Lil Porker
"Amazing view and really great food to go with it. Was a lovely family experience and will definitely be back with friends or visitors to Melbourne...."
Irene Borges
"Been to Cargo a number of times. Staff are always lovely. Service is very quick. Food has always been great (I’ve had the fish and chips, and the..."
Jacqui Davies
"Quite at breakfast time around Docklands but this is a coffee gem if you happen to be there. Check my full review..."
Gary O'Brien
"Absolutely love this place. Especially for breakfast. The food is always fresh, delicious and definitely satisfying. Ambiance is wonderful...."
Sam M
"Nice busy restaurant, be ready to stand in a queue for space. Went on a date with my boyfriend recently and had an amazing experience. Very nice..."
Kavi Mevada
"Very pleasant. Beautiful location on the water with outdoor and indoor settings. Stone fired pizzas, good solid western food and friendly attentive..."
Sally Phillips
"Fantastic place, great quality brekkie. There is also a full selection of alternative milks and lactose free variants. My favourite is Sir..."
Milad Talebian
"All the staff were impeccable . Our server Pat should come in for special mention . The food was delicious and well priced . Great location , will..."
Brian Thrush
"We had this massive debate over which Paella to get because we both love seafood but like all seafood paella, the risk of it tasting like jack all..."
H&M Eats
"My boyfriend and I first came here on NYE. It was a great atmosphere, great food and drinks and a stunning view of the water. Have been back since..."
JJB
"We stumbled upon this place our first night in Melbourne and loved it. The cocktails were truly delicious, filled with fresh fruits, and we shared..."
Bonnie Dilber
"Note that thefo0die.com rating is a 3.5 but in Zomato's rating system, it is closer to a 4. Fo0die dined as a guest..."
The Fo0die
"Food was so good that I came back for dinner after spending lunch here. For lunch I had the saganaki which was really good! The dinner lamb shoulder..."
Annika Höfermann
"Cargo is a casual dining restaurant located on the water at New Quay, Docklands. Cargo has plenty of seating outside as well as a beautiful setup..."
Chronicles Of Nardia
"Love Cargo, always come here for a quick dinner if Im in the area. we had a birthday dinner here the other day and it was lovely. Ordered..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"Nice view of the quay. Came her for dessert and drinks only. Deconstructed cheesecake was delicious and not too heavy. Efficient and friendly staff...."
Miss T.A
"Cargo is the best Café in Docklands. My husband and I have been dining there for years now and it has never disappointed us. The quality of the food..."
Muzz
"Location - Perfect Music - Perfect Food - Good Service - Good Value for money - Very Good Company - Your luckVery good..."
Mahima Kumar
"Great venue, views, vibe, service and food. Had the wagyu burger and it was one of the best i have had in a while cheesy juicy charry and smokey all..."
JB
"We bring our club here every few months and always have a great time. The food is top quality and priced quite reasonably. Staff are great and..."
Mark Sewell
"On a wet, cold and windy day! Cargo is somewhere I would travel just to have lunch and a cup of warm mulled wine! The service here was..."
The_littlehungrylife
"Staff were amazing from the moment we walked in and complimented with mouth water food made a such a lovely weekend experience. I had a paella, beef..."
Daniel
"One of the best vegetarian food i have had in Melbourne. Mac and cheese croquettes were an absolute delight . Then came the vegetable paella full of..."
Mridul Agarwal
"4.5 instead of just 4. We simply love going to Cargo. Food is great, ambiance is beautiful and the whole vibe is positive....isn't it enough to have..."
Ozzy Kunnu
"Great views and food! The saganaki is to die for, and the menu is great and reasonably priced. Couldn’t recommend this place enough to everyone...."
Byron Carelse
"Cargo is an amazing restaurant serving great food with stunning view of the Docklands harbour. We got to try a few dishes from their menu. Our..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"A beautiful dining location in the heart of the Docklands, with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the Melbourne Harbour, Cargo is a splendid..."
2wo Fat Girls
"It’s great, friendly staff, nice environment, beautiful sunset during my dinner wiz my friends, not too pricey. It s a very good choice to go..."
Cece Huang
"I was excited to receive the invitation to dine at Cargo having visited the restaurant when it was previously Mecca Bah many years ago. I was..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Got takeaway pizzas here today to take on the boat right nearby. Excellent service and great pizzas, light base and fresh toppings so you arent left..."
Foodie4Melb
"HadDinner here with my husband,beautiful viewstaff was friendly and food taste delicious😘it was good👍Will be coming back..."
Anna L. Boyce
"An amazing place located by the waters with a beautiful view of the city. If you are looking out for a place to capture the beautiful sunsets over a..."
Daryl Barboza
"Came for brunch, it’s located in a nice setting overlooking the water. Lots of outdoor seating. Food was nice but my husbands meal was cold,..."
Tige
"Outstanding food. I can highly recommend the spaghetti and meatballs smothered in a tasty, rich tomato sauce. Also the vegetarian paella is to die..."
Paul Colmer
"Had a nice late lunch, lovely views with friendly staff. Experienced some minor setbacks to the perfect dining experience. But overall enjoyable. Had..."
Vick Eats
"This restaurant is really beautiful, clean, amazing service and great food. It was so nice eating dinner and enjoying the water views. Food was..."
Kirsten Chloe
"Have a drink with your friends in weekend, riverside view. Tasty food. You sure will have a wonderful weekend in Cargo. I like their salad, never..."
Amandada_li
"Located by the water, sunsets are magically beautiful. On a nice warm evening siting down and sipping away wine is what I do every time I end up at..."
Little Bit Of Everything
"Went for Sunday breakfast with the family of eight.We had a range of dishes which all arrived together. Good foodGood coffee Good..."
Sir Brunchalot
"Came here a few weeks ago for dinner. We had :-Seafood Paella.-Open Souvlaki ( slowed cooked lamb shoulder with tabouleh and herbs..."
Food Critic
"what a great day my wife and I walked all morning and when we arrived at dockland we decided to stop and have something to eat and drink. the German..."
Alessandro Love Good Food
"Located by the waterfront at Docklands, Cargo is a relaxed restaurant with stunning views and a broad menu spanning pastas, pizzas and a wide..."
Gastrology
"With bistro (pre order/paid) and restaurant dining options, cargo caters to all. A gorgeous position on the water in the Docklands, you automatically..."
@twogoodtoresist
"I tried cargo a few nights ago for the first time and the food was absolutely beautiful. I was tossing between the Huli-huli grilled chicken and the..."
Olivia
"Love it when a plan comes together, 8.00am Sunday morning we're at New Quay and so is the sun, after many days of hiding behind clouds. We were able..."
Coby
"Water front spot. Easy and short stroll from the carpark near the Giant ferris Wheel. Relax setting, friendly staff. Table for eight. Saturday arvo,..."
Luckyanne Leaaetoa
"Beautiful location, many spots around the edge to view the Docklands. The open souvlaki was delicious. Definitely will come back again. Great service..."
Milena Hutchinson
"The wood fire pizzas are amazing! There was nothing better than dining with views of docklands in such a welcoming and comfortable environment! Would..."
CRG
"Friendly service and fantastic ambiance overlooking the New Quay. We ordered the open lamb souvlaki with chips (good portion but the Lam was not very..."
Foodlovermelbs
"Good food with nice view. They get a real good fusion menu. Mexican, Mediterranean, Asian... Just name it Cargo won't let you down. The service is..."
VodkaO_ZS
"A large establishment seating up to 300 people overlooking the water at Docklands . We were impressed right away and then as each of our selected..."
Split The Bill
"Come to this place for the views alone or coffee if nothing else. We had lunch here & it was wonderful. Sat outside along the river & thoroughly..."
Junnay
"Went to Cargo with a big group, it was a bridal party after a wedding rehearsal at the function venue upstairs. I am still confused by Docklands, but..."
Trenise
"Exteriorly imitating a barge, Cargo restaurant is ideally located along the Docklands wharf overlooking the water. With views of newly built houses..."
Nicole Tang
"It was a brilliant start to the evening with the Wild Mushroom Arancini. Fried to a perfect golden brown, the crisp outer gave way to a cheesy and..."
Penguineats
"Beautifully cooked polenta chips. Crispy on the outside and soft in the inside. The cargo sliders -beef was tasty and juicy. Comes in 3 pcs. The Open..."
June Loh
"Great atmosphere, Beautiful to sit looking out over the water, food is good too, been a number of times now and consistently delicious.Polenta..."
Harvey
"A great place to catch up with friends over a cocktail or a coffee. The outdoor seating was such a pleasant experience facing the still waters of..."
Siya Thomas
"Came in for a celebratory lunch for my lovely daughter with my beautiful to wife on. Wednesday and we all enjoyed our dining experience. The food..."
iNX
"Beautiful outlook over the water of the Docklands with the cityscape/apartments towering in the background. Chilled atmosphere; very relaxed for any..."
Shell Belle
"Absolutely loved the iced coffee. Staff were nice. Good view everything seems fantastic will go back again! Would have given 5 stars if they had more..."
Daniella Corpuz
"Nice place right on the river. Great view and would be ideal in summer with all the outdoor seating. The food was quite good and generous..."
ALFINA A
"Great restaurant with quick service and a gorgeous view. Indoor and outdoor seating. One or two gluten free main meal..."
A. Fernando
"A nice place to sit back and enjoy the view while munching down delicious woodfire pizza. The serving size is also big so perfect for sharing. We got..."
Foodie Wanderer
Tazio
86/100 (2584 ratings)
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Lamb
Sit down
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Accepts American Express
Street Parking
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Mid-range
"I recently hired the upstairs private balcony for a function. All of the Tazio staff that I dealt with were professional, helpful and very..."
Julia Smith
"I've eaten here several times and not once had a bad dish. The staff are friendly and professional, with exceptional service. Great atmosphere too...."
Grant Leech
"Great location offering delicious Italian inspired cuisine. They also make great gourmet style pizzas I’m a regular and recommend it..."
Dionysios Achtypis
"Great place with good service. I am here almost every Friday with friends or colleagues! I love this place and highly recommend..."
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"Must say I was very happy with the service here! Initially, I had planned to have dinner with friends for my 25th at a different place, however that..."
Thil S Mara
"Fantastic venue and pizza to die for! Don't suppose it delivers? The staff are always attentive and Ray the manager is truly an amazing soul to bless..."
Kirsty Lala
"Probably one of the best overall venues I've been to! The staff were super professional and accommodating, the food was on point, and the venue..."
Lucy Cullinan
"Fantastic food and cocktails and the service is always first rate. The staff did an absolutely fabulous job for our wedding party; everyone raved..."
Kate Reilly
"We would like to thank the staff at Tazio for helping to plan a memorable engagement party. We booked half the balcony and the staff were incredibly..."
Tiffany Vernon
"Amazing drinks, delicious food and awesome staff! Definitely the best restaurant I've been to in Melbourne and never fails to..."
Jassy Hiddins
"Just had our team dinner here last night in the long room. Food was sensational and staff (particularly Clara) was outstanding. It was a seamless..."
Raelene Welsh
"We recently had dinner on the private balcony for my sisters hens party. A very professional business with great friendly staff. Food package was..."
Rachel Watts
"10/10 went there tonight with my mum and a family friend, it's my go to whenever I want to sit down for a hearty, amazing meal! Will always be..."
Shae Whitehead
"Wonderful place we stumbled on. Great food, great espresso martinis in wonderful glasses and outstanding service. Thank..."
Brendan Gill
"Service was great, food delicious and the cocktails were divine and great value on a Saturday night. Great place..."
Lisa Hills
"Excellent customer service, beautiful atmosphere and food. Prices high but quality is always worth it. Highly..."
Dean Biddle
"Great ambiance and beautiful pizza. Loved the choice of wine too. I'll be coming back for..."
Leanne McAlister
"Amazing food, great staff with exceptional service.. once again thanks for hosting our night � 10/10..."
Haydar A Rezaee
"A great venue with great staff and delicious food for our function of about 30 guests. Staff were all incredibly accommodating and helped us to have..."
Anna Micari
"Yummy pizza I recommend the Del Marre if you like..."
Carolyn Whincup
"Excellent went for my granddaughters hens night the service was fantastic will certainly return again and have recommended this restaurant to my..."
Margaret Cope
"We booked our Christmas lunch for our company Tazio which was fantastic. Ray was very friendly, informative and catered for all guests dietary..."
Vanessa Lastrina
"I booked a hens party for my bff and was thrilled with the suggestions given for food and drinks. As I was booking from Perth it was all organised..."
Carrie Russell
"Back in the office briefly in between stage 1 and 2 lockdowns and one of the first lunchtime places I was craving was Tazio. We ordered take away and..."
Espy Eats
"Loved the salmon pasta, lamb pasta and the parfait. The staff was friendly & attentive. There was a special attention to detail about any dietary..."
Sia
"Beautiful dinner, attentive staff, relaxed atmosphere upstairs, highly recommend. Food was delicious, and great menu with lots of options. Will most..."
Ged
"We came here for Valentine’s Day dinner. The staffs were excellent. Very attentive and friendly, recommended what was their signature dishes etc....."
RGAnders
"Great place for large groups. Private room with bar was perfect for our staff xmas party. The whole experience from start to finish was excellent. ..."
Fiona Z
"Easily one of the best after work/ date night/function venues in Melbourne. Efficient service with high professionalism and amazing food without a..."
Estelita Jane Evans
"Great service. Food came out really quick. Loved the verdure pizza. The pumpkin worked well with the artichoke. Favourite pizza would be the pancetta..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"I hosted a business event at Tazio’s new location in Flinders Lane in their private dining room upstairs called “The Long Room”. It’s a great..."
Tom Bendistinto
"The city is filled with different food options on every street and lane.Tried @taziomelbourne and the seafood pasta did not dissappoint.Definitely a..."
M3lissa____
"I had my daughter’s confirmation at Tazio in the private dining room upstairs and I couldn’t have been happier. From the start of my engagement..."
Antonietta Pane-Bongiorno
"Tazio is the perfect resturant for a night out!I went on a Saturday night with a friend and although the resturant was quite busy, the..."
Jenna Bo-Peng
"Very nice restaurant, great staff and decent food! Arancini balls were beautifully made but the main didn’t quite blow me away, I had the scotch..."
Andreita C. Viran
"The team at this restaurant were amazing. I held a team dinner for 18 people and they were able to accommodate in a private room, add extra seats..."
Tamarah Tomkins
"Great late night feed, amazing waiters and great pizzas! I would definitely come back again. I would recommend ordering the eggplant dish as an..."
Sabina Aunedi
"Returning customers! The food is lovely and fresh, along with outstanding customer service. I would highly recommend going on their buzzing Friday..."
Le_orange
"Came to Tazio on Saturday night with some friends for a birthday dinner! wonderful service was provided with lovely staff!all the food..."
Foodadventureswithliv
"We held our end of financial year party at Tazio and I am so glad that we did. Dietaries were so easily catered and the food was so plentiful so..."
Ellen
"I went to Tazio before it relocated to its current location and I’ve had their pizza many times before, but this is my first review of..."
Foodz0r
"Easy and reliable. You always know what you’re getting at Tazio, a good and reasonably priced feed. It isn’t outstanding, but definitely never..."
AH
"We booked Tazio for a 12-person dinner after a team strategy day, and from first contact to last they were thoughtful, efficient and provided great..."
Lucy Lloyd
"Great food and service. The pizza is very scrumptious and delectable. We also had the calamari which was nice and the steak and veggies were also..."
Michelle Moffat
"I've been here twice now and the happy hour is the draw card for me. The bar is heaving with the after work crowd so book a table to ensure you have..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Went here last night with a group of 4. We booked in advance through Zomato and had an incredibly quick confirmation and a follow up phone call to..."
Teigan Price
"I decided to hire out the balcony bar for my 21st birthday and it was the perfect space for the type of event I had! The staff and managers worked..."
Chantelle Castro
"This place is great! Service was impeccable and attentive and food was really tasty! With only limited time before seeing a show, the staff confirmed..."
Stephanie Warwarek
"Came here for a date night and had a good feed with a few cocktails. All up nice well cooked pizza a pasta that was hard to fault. In the main pretty..."
Joseph Cardillo
"This amazing Italian restaurant in the heart of Flinders Lane was the venue for a Zomato sponsored event and they couldn't have chosen a better..."
Dine And Dash
"If I had to invest a month’s carbs to pig out, I’d go for Tazio’s.The food is PHENOMENAL. We ordered the Della Mare, Salmone and a..."
Jianne Yong
"I had my sisters hens here a few weeks ago! The service was unbelievable I would definitely recommend for anyone who has a large group to be catered..."
Hannahbanana
"Disclaimer: This review is devoid of any influence, biases and prejudices.Banquet was organised on the 1st level of this restaurant which..."
Ozzy Kunnu
"We were honoured to be invited to attend the Zomato influencers dinner banquet held at Tazio Birraria Pizzeria & Cucina in Flinders Lane. Tazio is a..."
Stelly
"Tazio is the epitome of modern, yet classy Italian cuisine. With a rooftop balcony bar and an array of Italian favourites, we found ourselves..."
Kevin & Emily
"Tazio birraria pizzaeria and cucina in Flinders lane. It was honoured to be invited to try their new food and meet a lot of Zomato bloggers. Food was..."
Steven Gu
"Best gluten free pizza! I came here with a group of work colleagues and everyone was really happy with their pizzas. Nice simple fresh ingredients,..."
Stephanie Washington
"Great for any occasion. Great Italian food in Melbourne CBD. Made a booking on Zomato for 7 people on 19 October which was confirmed..."
Suan
"Went to Tazio's for the first time to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. We were very impressed - hands down the best pizza we have ever had in the..."
Hot For Food
"Friendly staff. Efficient service. Good food. Reasonable prices. Good vibe without being too noisy. Ideal for a family dinner. Menu is a bit..."
DavidD
"It may sound bit weird that but I found the margherita tastes bit different than other places. Although that pizza is meant to be totally normal but..."
Lakshay Arora
"Had a few hiccups with my order but Maggie showed genuine understanding. Thank you for the service and hospitality. Equally important, was good food..."
Princeofharts
"I came here for my anniversary with my girlfriend and i have to say it was amazing food. We had the Scotch Fillet and the Seafood Marinara, and it..."
Schnoodle
"Dined with a couple of mates. Food was good. Wine was awesome. Didn’t grab the waiters name but was efficient, friendly and attentive. If you..."
Brenton Wells
"Really nice busy cosy little place , I was able to book in a few hours before hand! Food was yum and service was really good! Definitely a nice..."
Sprinkles
"Lovely meal- cosy atmosphere- great location. Duck Ragu was very pleasant! Others enjoyed pizzas and seafood pasta. Helpful staff, very..."
Ian Dickinson
"Came here for a quick meal before heading to the theatre as it was nice and close, and it had good reviews. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Two..."
Chips Before Dips
"Tazio held my birthday dinner last night for 28 people and the food an service was wonderful. All my guests commented on the quality of the meal and..."
Ketzie
"Driven past this place a few times and have always seen it buzzing with people. Finally made it for lunch and I wasn’t disappointed. Tried the..."
Amit Tuteja
"Made a last minute reservation online to dine at Tazio for a surprise birthday for a friend last Friday night.Follow up was great with a..."
AngeLuvFood8
"We started off with carpaccio and calamari. The calamari was a standout, with light delicious texture. The spagnola pizza was crispy and had heat...."
Mad Dawg
"I came here for a work dinner and didn’t expect much as I’m not the biggest fan of pizzas. But the pizzas here are amazing! Thin crust with yummy..."
Dee
"We had a function for around 25 people and it was seamless from start to finish. Food, drinks and service fantastic. We will definitely return...."
S3238421
"I do have a soft spot for Italian food, always looking out for new places that I have never been before.Was heading to a concert on a..."
Ilovefood13
"I had two pizzas - both were delicious with flavoursome fresh ingredients, and I didn't feel gross and bloated afterwards. Will definitely be back to..."
SK
"Solid option for Italian food in Melbourne CBD. Pasta & Pizza dishes are always dependable and full range of bar drinks. Can get quite busy during..."
D Train McClain
"We enjoyed a group booking for 17 people. Staff were very thorough in the booking process and careful with dietary requirements. The space was away..."
Peachy McPeach
"Celebrated my boyfriend's birthday here with 8 other friends. Amazing food and amazing service!!! Had coffee outside after and it was lovely. Loved..."
JayJam
"Always consistent pizza and pasta here at Tazio. Highly recommend the lamb ragu and prawn pizza. Also enjoy the croquettes and salad. Keep up the..."
Annabelle
"Fantastic venue for a large group booking! I recently made a booking for 100 people to attend a work dinner, and right from the start Maggie and the..."
Bel W
"Great atmosphere with multiple sitting areas including indoor and outdoor. Delicious menu with a variety of starters mains and drinks (dessert list..."
N
"Tazio was a great place to host our function, we did not hear one negative comment from our guests about our dining experience. The food was..."
Heather
"Had a fantastic dinner for my Hens Party. The service and food was excellent. They provided customised menu’s with my name on them and really..."
Sam Watts PT
"Pizzas came out in good time (and were great in general), the waiters made sure we had everything we needed and they were happy to seat us when we..."
L
"Lovely place! They squeezed us in without a reservation, and we’re really glad they did! The special pizza (pumpkin, cheese and Italian sausage)..."
Geah17
"A great experience -- Waitress Ana added that extra degree of hospitality for our guests from Brazil.  Had the pizza and the wine recommendations..."
Gav F
"saturday night in the city was good not to cold not to hot. we decided to go to Tazio and give them a try. Service was impeccable and that is my..."
Alessandro Love Good Food
"Had my sons 21st birthday function on the balcony upstairs.  The food, venue set up and communication prior to event with Maggie and Ray was..."
Margaret Veliscek
"Consistently delivering quality pizzas. My favourite is the smoked salmon pizza with dill dressing.Crusts are always perfect.Highly..."
Moetfan
"I recently hired the upstairs private balcony for a function. All of the Tazio staff that I dealt with were professional, helpful and very..."
Julia Smith
"Came here a few days ago for a leaving lunch (have been multiple times before as well).The calamari was excellent - well seasoned, cooked..."
Jess Berger-Cross
"Booked in for a work function for about 120 people and Tazio were great hosts!! We had the upstairs area which was very inviting and great ambiance...."
PurringGirl
"Went with a group of 16 people for my mates birthday. Each one of us loved the ambiance, food and service at Tazio. We ordered variety of..."
Juhi- Culture And Cuisine
"Tazio never disappoints. Great food, great ambience, the staff were also very attentive and friendly. Overall, will definitely visit again for the..."
Yoana Valencia
"A nice rustic Australian-Italian setting place with attentive staff. Amazing croquettes. Crispy with a soft flavoursome inner. Pizza is decent,..."
Cookielessvee
"Booked a private function at Tazio on the outside balcony. The events planner, Ray was very accommodating to our needs. The food and the friendly..."
Irene Stasi
"Came here for a pizza/pasta night on our last night.... we were hungry,.. friendly serviceOrdered;garlic pizza-really yum thin crust2..."
Donna&Shane
"Cheesy Garlic Bread, Margherita Pizza and Pasta Napolitana - what a delicious meal to treat your taste buds!💕😋At tazio birraria pizzeria &..."
Aayushi Mehra
"Located in flinders lane, tazio delivered tasty modern Australian cuisines. Just a tad expensive. Staff were friendly and attentive.Only..."
Melbourneats
"Honestly can't lie but say that pizza here is mouth-wateringly great! The smoked salmon in the pizza we ordered was fresh and smooth, stepped out of..."
Linda
"We had the pleasure of holding our intimate wedding dinner at Tazio (18 guests) in the Long Room on the 22-02-2022. From the canapes to entrees then..."
Grant Frazer
"Ducked into this spot for a quick bite to eat, initially because of the cool tunes they had playing (Dolly!!!) Turns out the rest of the place is..."
Ben Sorensen
"I organised a hens lunch at Tazio and we could not have been happier to have found this space. We were blown away with the level of service. Maggie..."
Natalie Lok
"The food, service and dark fitout were all wonderful. The entrance on the side down a small lane, rather than through the front door on Flinders..."
Matthew Shanahan (Matt)
"Had lunch and the vegetarian croquettes and arancini were delicious. The spinach orrichette was also really nice and a good size serving. Husband..."
Sam Keir
"The food was good and loved it. They have options for vegetarian. Just that, if they had a better seating as I was happy to wait. They could have..."
bagi praveen
"I requested for an intimate seating and they delivered! Not only was the interior beautiful but the food was amazing. I'll definitely be coming..."
Jaz Patano
"Top notch Italian in Little Flinders St in heart of Melbourne city food district. Great..."
Mark O'Farrell
Bar Lourinha
86/100 (1294 ratings)
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"Pretty good cozy spot for a nice catch up with friends. We ordered a few good dishes. My only dislike was the chicken, it was a bit too bland. But..."
Sezza
"Booked dinner after attending Australian Open. We were seated upstairs- a little more spacious and not as noisy.Fantastic tapas - from Morton..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"Tapas were all delicious, tap beer was good, service friendly, nice cozy..."
Mr. Sasquatch
"Great bites, and larger plates. Lighting not conducive to photography, the lamb heart skewer was flavoursome, the chickpeas a study in simplicity,..."
Racveq
"Loved the jamon croquettes, potato cigars and the mushroom empanadilla. We could have stopped there, but we were tempted by the roast cauliflower,..."
Custardbun
"Excellent bar for a meal and drinks. The food, service and everything in between is what makes Melbourne's food scene great. We've been coming on and..."
John M
"What a great reminder, of how good this establishment is. Threw the bags into the hotel room & went straight to our 13:00 lunch booking. Great..."
Mark Chalker
"My favourite kind of place to go is one that does food really well, but is chill about it.  This is one of those places - warm welcome on arrival,..."
Al.bee
"I have been lucky enough to visit Bar Lourinha a few times, however, my most recent experience was by far my favourite! From the minute we..."
Renata
"Went to Bar Lourinha for the Melbourne Food and Wine festival express lunch. $40 for a meal plus wine which is normally two courses, but Bar Lounhina..."
Piggyeatalot
"Great food, always something a little but different. Disappointed when I made a booking and they said we need to be done within 1 hour! Why book if..."
Joe Larosa
"Highlight of this bar - delicious wines by the half bottle for half price! We went for lunch on a Thursday and scored a table right up on arriving..."
Steph Giles
"A nice little bar offering a good cocktail and dessert range.  The space is quite small which makes it very cosy, lots of nik naks on the walls with..."
Simmyeats.Melb
"4.5Came here for drinks, and of course, desserts on a Saturday night. Bar Lourinhã is a cosy and intimate space, with extremely charming..."
Hello. Imnikki
"Intimate and cosy little tapas bar in the city with traditional style Spanish menu. Between two we shared the croquettes, the morcilla cigars, the..."
Kate Dougherty
"Great place to catch up with friends, they served a good selection of wines, and for dinner we ordered few of the specials including the sardines..."
Brunching
"Great place for a date or some great time with mate/s. Great specials from the chef's kitchen.Great ambiance, and a place where you can..."
Karmokar
"Last night my partner took me to this little Spanish bar in the CBD. The service was excellent definitely 5/5. The wait staff were..."
Timinmelbourne
"What does one do if you’re Sydneysiders in Melbourne for the weekend? Eat and drink, I’d say (though we also loved the MOMA exhibit at the NGV)...."
Andy Quan
"First visit to Bar Lourinha was very memorable for me so we decided to do a revisit. They've got a specials menu in which one of the waiters will..."
Mustard
"- Cozy environment that warms your heart and soul on a cold winter night - Low-beat background music that fits the vibe..."
Maggie Liang
"Hadn't been here in years and forgotten how great the place was! "Do you have a booking?" enquired the guy on the door. "No" I said "You didn't take..."
Johnno
"Will come back for:+ Croquettes+ King fish pancetta+ Roasted mushroom and garlic creamLots to love with the food here. Every..."
The Casual Diner
"A bit heavy handed on finishing salt flakes for my liking but everything was still delicious! Had olives, jamon croqueta, kingfish pancetta and daily..."
Milla Vanilla
"Delicious food, from entree to main to dessert. The waitress was a little too attentive for my liking but overall service was good. The environment..."
Blueberrypie
"We came here for dinner wanting a bar & tapas.... we sat at the bar...great service from the barmaid... lots of food and drinks later...We had a..."
Donna&Shane
"Excellent authentic Spanish cuisine with pride in their production of taste and presentation. Have been there over 3 times in 5 years and they have..."
Piggy
"What a great place to for tapas! Extensive wine list and a great variety of tapas of which all were delicious. We ordered quite a bit off the..."
Suan
"Every time I come here, the food is so fresh, innovative and delicious!!! Great wine list too. I love that you can order half portions, to enable our..."
Le_orange
"What I think is the quintessential Melbourne restaurant - casual but well-polished, worldly, authentic, and very cool. The newly renovated space..."
South Melbourne
"Love the food and delicious cocktail. Nice little place. Yummy food. Cosy atmosphere. Attentive staff. Must visit next time for pre drink and snack...."
Namjim
"Tucked on Little Bourke this restaurant is much like most of Melbourne's best restaurants...hard to find. It has a romantic atmosphere and very..."
Hangry Dreamer
"A place that everybody should visit to taste good food. I am Portuguese and the name of the bar is a city 15mins away from my hometown, so I was..."
Vanessa Espírito Santo
"Great service! We were accommodated a table on a busy Friday night. Food looked amazing and the drinks menu was very good, can't wait to come back...."
CSP24
"Bar Lourinha represents one of the few places where we can get a taste of Portugal right here in Melbourne. The venue is small, and space is tight...."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"Great place to hang out any night of the week, get a seat at the bar and indulge yourself in a great selection of food and booze, the wine list is..."
Edward Sanson
"Find us on instagram: loveatfirstbite_ausI came here with some friends for an afterwork dinner. The food was top notch. Particularly..."
Love At First Bite
"A bunch of us descended for lunch after a jaunt at the NGV. Heard about this place and keen to see how it compared to Movido. We had the cauliflower..."
Tim Heng
"Great places do not get old. They have a personality. Like people, some personalities wear thin after many years, and some become old..."
Ben Lee Kong
"I know I've said movida is my favourite Spanish restaurant but Lourinha is up there with ur! I would say bar lourinha is more meat based, with a lot..."
Lily
"Returned for another enjoyable dinner here last night. We were seated upstairs which is not as intimate as the downstairs area but on the upside, it..."
Tina Tran
"Very nice indeed. Lovely inviting space. Atmosphere always very welcoming here. Stopped off for a last drink with colleagues. A rose which was..."
Two Sheds
"聽說平時都要排隊等位子 因為店內的位置很有限所以建議早一點到餐點選項不多..."
Ivy Yu Ti
"Amazing food, great mix of tapas, proper food n wine lovers working there as well. The kingfish is a signature dish I could have every time...."
Ben Henzell
"From cocktails to food to service it was perfect. We ordered 6 courses to share between the four of us and every course was delicious, we even went..."
TammyAka
"So I don't normally give places a five other than my favorite restaurant but this place needs to be advertised! From the mushrooms, to the croquettes..."
Steve Levon
"This bar is lovely and cosy with friendly staff. They have a great drinks list and a range of food - meals and snacks. The food isn't vegan..."
Fussy Eater
"This is number 1 for a date night let the wine flow and gorge youself on some tasty treats, unless you have the face of a smashed yabby this place..."
E Rock
"Met a few friends for drinks and dinner here on a Friday night. We waited about an hour for a seat at the bar, which is understandable since it was a..."
Dot The Commer
"Plenty of vegetarian options which was great for sharing- not just one token plate. Small portions but everything was delicious. Clearly this place..."
Scout
"DO: The croquettes, scallops, and lamb ribs for entree. Do the kingfish, pigs foot rice and veal tongue for mains (all the others are good too but..."
David Food Leasing
"Have dined here few times now and love that the menu constantly changes meaning each time we go there is something new to try. It's a great way to..."
Melbourne Foodie
"We had Friday night drinks/dinner at Bar Lourinha. The place was really busy, however we were seated at the bar straight away. The service was a real..."
Kate
"Been here 3 times now and i just love the atmosphere and the food is so tasty. Perfect place to go with a few friends and share plates. Its loud and..."
Francesca
"Award winning and highly rated in Zomato and TripAdvisor. Hidden gem and a cozy bar specialised in tapas situated next to Sheraton hotel at little..."
J88
"Excellent venue, always charming staff and delicious share food. The house wines never disappoint. Great for a 'date night', you'll have to snuggle..."
Fleur
"We came here spontaneously while in the city and thoroughly loved the food that we had! Although only a few tapas for a snack but all three were..."
Shaniqua Brown
"I was taken here with a work colleague who is a regular All i can say is O M G The tapas and wine list ....i will be back..Simply..."
Beachie111
"Loves there cocktails and must try its tapas! The chickpea is a MUST order dish!!!! This place gets gets all filled at 5pm on Friday, so try to..."
Vicki Guo
"I love everything about this place. Cannot fault it! The Staff are super friendly and attentive and the food is fantastic!I even try things I..."
Ieatalot
"Craving for paella and luckily we heard of this resto serving Spanish cuisine just around the corner of the hotel where we are staying. Intrigued by..."
Sheryl Uy-Bangalan
"So trendy & friendly. Excellent service. There is a good reason for the long wait to get in. Excellent meals & a perfect wine list to match...."
Deborah Pacheco
"Used to be a fav for a long time and then I found that they had slid down hill for a while (I think it was a victim of it's own success) Visited..."
Es Bee
"Tapas and Wine is just how classy people get wasted.. Keeping that in mind another Friday after work I walked into this Bar which reminded me of my..."
Simrata Anand
"Wonderful restaurant that has really maintained its standards over many years. While it has bar seating, it is primarily a restaurant. Great choice..."
C
"This place has been around for a long time and I have been one of the many beneficiaries of that fact. This is not Spanish food at its very best, but..."
TheBearReview
"Bar Lourinha is nice. I think I like Spanish food cause they put a lot of cheese in everything, and if not cheese, cream. Or both. So we ordered the..."
Jesskaar
"We chose two dishes and had the waitress choose another couple for us and we were not sure what to choose. Everything was delicious!! Goat meat and..."
Generous Serve
"Always good! Food is always consistent and solid! Crowd favourites on the menu such sautéed mushrooms, kingfish are always tasty. Service was..."
Tims2929
"Bar Lourinha is an excellent place to go for some late night tapas and drinks. The atmosphere can be described as a bit funky/quirky and I love it!..."
One Piece Left
"I’d been meaning to go to this place for a long time now – it’s been on the Top 100 list for some years, so I was glad to finally get there. ..."
Jacqui's Food Fetish
"What a delicious Friday lunch at Bar Lourinha today. I'm so happy we came. The place indeed is small and a bit cramped but there's always room for..."
Sinfulorganiccook
"A favorite place to visit for Spanish tapas in Melbourne. I like sitting at the bar with a nice glass of Rioja ordering tapas off the menu and trying..."
Ramen Girl
"Can't really go passed this place for its vibe, drinks list, location and it's tapas. A favourite haunt of mine for a pre dinner drink and nibble,..."
Stephen Raphael
"A cosy little tapas bar tucked behind Collins St, Bar Lourinha is the perfect destination for intimate dining and complex cocktails. The menu is..."
Hungrycookie
"The atmosphere and decor were lovely; the whole night my eyes were scouring the walls, which had been intricately filled with old plates, clocks, art..."
The Portly Pumpkim
"If you’re looking for a place to eat this weekend – I highly recommend you skip the usual spots and head to Bar Lourinha! Amazing food, great..."
The 3000 Chapter
"Exceptional service, outstanding food, wonderful atmosphere. Our long awaited visit to Bar Lourinhã exceeded our expectations, and a lot of that was..."
Jeremy Cox
"Don’t often eat Spainish food. It was a nice experience and was very tasty. Good wine list, friendly staff and lovely flavour combinations. Perfect..."
Ben Maudlin
"A moody and cosy spot for Spanish tapas and a fun night. Corn + smoked chilli croqueta, and morcilla + house lardo montadito made for a delicious..."
Hello. imnikki
"First time here. The restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious steak😘, beautiful presentation..."
Ivan Lee
"Love the vibe , cozy and relaxing great place for drink or dinner date . Gets popular in the evening and weekends. FYI They do have daily fresh item..."
Eliza Beth
"Great selection of dishes, cosy seating with lovely ambience. Started with some tapas and pintxos (not pictured but the liver skewer was my fave)...."
Lisa Yuan
Grand Trailer Park Taverna
86/100 (2515 ratings)
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"Went as a group of 9 friends, all for the first time. 7/9 absolutely loved it. The drinks menu was short but had great variety. Fantastic espresso..."
Steve Fev
"Amazing food, fun theme, great atmosphere with decent tunes and comfortable seating. Service was super fast even on a busy night. Great for a casual..."
Natbot Pearce
"Beaut, bonza, grouse joint, different, excellent, friendly staff, happy-go -lucky vibe , 1st class service food&vibe!!!!!..."
Adrian Robertshaw
"The best burgers! Great fit out with trailers (caravans) as booths. Every other burger place I've tried doesn't..."
James Taube
"Francis Underwood burger was amazing! Good vibe, friendly staff, and tacky decore to top the experience. Definitely will be back..."
Fabian Di Cola
"Best burgers & fries we have ever had! Onions rings, mac n cheese croquette were surprisingly not oiliy, the brownie and campfire cake were out of..."
Maddy Sutton
"First time at grand trailer park. I had the David Chang. Fantastic burger, had everything. Service was quick considering it was lunch time On a..."
Tara Jarvis
"Definitely worth a visit. Great food great staff great..."
Sean Steele
"Fantastic Service! Favourite burger place in Melbourne..."
Rebecca Roe
"Hands down best burger I’ve had in Melbourne CBD. Will definitely go back..."
Richard Rossi
"This was our second visit with different friends & once again a gr8 nite, burgers were awesome & drinks were cool. Recommend this place whole..."
Terry Jones
"Quick Tasty Burgers. Groovy atmosphere. Yummy lychee martini! Great value. Kid friendly. Went with group inc kids and we sat in huge 'caravan themed'..."
Georgina Baird Long
"Great service. Great food. Great cocktails. Great music. What more could you ask..."
Gina Michelle Webb
"The burger i got was amazingly delicious. Best burger I've ever..."
Kiana Llama Llama Difesa
"Amazing! My new favourite place! Never seen a 6 year old eat a burger in less than 2 minutes!..."
Sonya Ford
"We had a fantastic burger and drinks, I will be heading back for more in the future..."
Daryl Black
"Great food and great service. Also A+ to whoever manned the playlist tonight; I was very impressed to hear Starkid's Boy Toy!..."
Alex Corr
"Amazing food and awesome service. Can’t wait to dine there again. Highly..."
Kellie Harvey
"Excellent food, fabulous service, cool atmosphere... Love..."
Elena Hunt
"Burger was fantastic, but best Onion Rings on the..."
Angelina Fifita-Tovo
"Second time I've eaten here. Great food and atmosphere. Will definitely be..."
Blake Testro
"Amazing burgers, great and fast service, must visit if in..."
Karl Roth
"Rating: 4.5Food: 4.5Value: 4Service: 5Ambience: 4.5One of my favourite burgers till this day. I am a burger addict, and..."
Munching With Mel
"I love this place! The burgers were thick and delicious and so were the milkshakes. I ordered the milkshake with the Kinder surprise and loved the..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Great vibes & great food, a must see in Melbourne..."
TeeTastes
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: The most impressive, most juicy and delicious burgers and great shakes. 🍩Lizzie enjoyed: I have been..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"My friend and I ate here on December 15th 2019. Shout-out to the staff that afternoon who were great, and the motivation behind leaving this review..."
RianaDN
"While the burgers and chips are soooo yum with great portion, the chocolate milkshake isn’t great. It taste like a chocolate flavoured milk pour..."
Lianne
"Burgers were great. Dessert was amazing. Definitely one of the best burgers I've had in..."
Melissa H. Gojer
"You have to climb a few sets of stairs to find this burger joint, but trust me, it's worth the exercise. With a really cool fitout and a fun vibe,..."
Morgs71
"What a burger - the best in Melbourne . I have tried burgers at quite a few places and while the patty is good everywhere the flavours & the Sauce at..."
Jiten Bellani
"This place is an awesome feed and experience took me 10 mins to find the joint as it is upstairs and the 8 schooners I had beforehand. Ordered the..."
Doc
"I really liked the vibe in this place. They are serious about there burgers so line up and order away. I loved seeing corporate types chomping down..."
Mad For Food
"What an institution! Hands down one of the best burger joints in Melbourne! Dani Zeini is definitely a man who knows how make people hungry for more..."
Facebook User
"My fav burger restaurant in Melb. Today's burger is a spin on their fav, the (Keto) Chunk Double Double.McDowell @grandtrailerpark 🍔..."
Russell Keys (GeekEvangelist)
"Juicy burgers and pack on lunch. Got a table quickly and meals were quick .Fries are extra and bit on pricy side for just a..."
㊙️ The Traveling Foodie
"Super cute themed restaurant/bar! Would definitely come again just for the atmosphere and ambience on a weekend night. Heard great..."
Melbourne Food Finds
"Great atmosphere and excellent service. We went as a large group on a busy weekend night and had no issues finding a cool booth. Burgers are good,..."
Burgerman77
"The 90’s American diner decor here is amazing! You get to sit in booths akin to a trailer park. The burgers are yummy (sadly we were too hungry so..."
Kris L
"Man! Everything is nice with this burger. Soft and slightly toasted bun, huge patty, juicy nice flavourful, great combination of cheddar cheese as..."
Derrick Lim
"I have been here quite a few times and every time was positive experience. The burger buns were soft and fresh; beef patties were juicy, tender;..."
A Traveler From Twilight Zone
"Interior is inspired by caravan park, it has a very hipster vibe to it. It’s definitely not the best burger place in Melbourne. Burger patty is..."
Suhujana
"One of my favourite burger joints in Melbourne. I don't go here often enough. The pimped out trailers inside the restaurant are something..."
Tinmans Treats
"Had small fries + CB1 burger delivered using ubereats. The beef patty is juicy, overall the burger is so tasty. The chips still crispy and..."
Oodreiilittlepotato
"One of my favourite places for a burger and a beer in Melbourne. Ordered the Thanos burger, the mac and cheese croquette was nice without being..."
JMI
"Upon entering The Grand Trailer Park, we were greeted by perhaps one of the most personable and enthusiastic blokes in the business! This made for a..."
Kevin & Emily
"Heard this place for long time and we got to try this place on Friday night after the play, even their burger abit pricy,but definitely worth..."
Junie0912
"Came here after a few too many drinks and was in the mood for a greasy burger! Great place to come if you fancy a burger. It was very..."
Rowland
"One of the best burgers I have had. I tried the special burger of the day - renegade which so damn good. Hopefully they add it to the menu. To wash..."
Sinfully Delicious
"Vegetarian burger was so good. Crispy chick peas as the patty - I never imagine I could still be satisfied with a vege burger that would make me want..."
FoodieLovelove
"Been here a couple of times, currently one of my go-to for a decent beef burger. Their beef patty hasn’t failed me so far, juicy and..."
Andrea Leong
"If you can’t already tell from the photos, yes this place is amazing 🌟🍔 Their location is not seemingly obvious from the outside, but I..."
Joberzfood
"Great burgers, ordered the Thanos which had a unique taste and option as it had Mac in cheese inside which was delicious, since it was Halloween I..."
Gilbert Catuncan
"Had a vegetarian Thanos burger. Hurt my jaw while trying to fit the enormous burger in my mouth. Was not disappointed! Being a chickpea based burger..."
Sankar
"Had the David Chang burger with chips and onion rings. The burger was great, had lots of flavour and kind of tasted like McDonald’s. However, $19..."
Places I Eat
"Very legit burger in the city, highly recommended. One of the best burgers I've had in Melbourne. Great place for a group -- the booths are huge and..."
Jeremy K
"Came here on a Friday night with a friend and we had the David Chang and Atomic burger, and were blown away with how good it was. Highly recommend..."
Phillip Huynh
"Real rating 4.5 ⭐️ Those who have been to The Grand Trailer Park would agree with me that the burgers there are better than most burger..."
Win - FSC
"Having heard amazing things about this place I was so excited to go, and it definitely lived up to expectations! I had the thanos, with home made..."
Foods Of Melbourne
"Travelled the world and eating many many burgers and this place is still in the top. Pay it a visit. The burgers are juicy and the drinks are great...."
Ryan
"I would like to recommend The Grand Trailer Park Taverna specially for their burgers, unique ambience and very loving staff. Balcony let you enjoy..."
Rajat
"my friends and i went here as pre theatre dinner. suffice to say we were blown away by the amazing burgers, fries and desserts we got. i ordered the..."
Kathrynd
"I quite enjoy this place, the beef patties are great and the environment is fun.The only let down is the change in specials (read as I..."
Jackson
"Grand Trailer Park served sinfully delicious American-style burgers. The patty was cooked to perfection, the portion was generous. The desserts..."
Angel Khong
"Open for a few years now during the time Melbourne went through its burger craze. Juicy American style burgers cooked medium with a nice crust from..."
Flying Forward
"Ordered the Mcdowell and onion rings. The bun was fresh and and soft. The two different cheeses paired beautifully with the patties. The sauce was..."
Mad Dawg
"I think I have found my new favourite burger joint. I have tried to come here a number of times but there is alway a long wait before you could get a..."
Josephine
"Situated on the first level of a building so it is somehow hidden, however they decoration which relates to the brand name looks great. There are..."
DuyD
"Love the causal but hip vibe.We sat in the outside are that is covered and with heating for the colder nights. Was nice people gazing while..."
Eatalatte
"Amazing for after work drinks and burgers, the Thanos burger is great - but make sure you are HUNGRY! The Atomic burger you can't go wrong with -..."
Patrick J. Abade
"I’ve tried two burgers so far - the Chunk Double Double and Thanos (pictured). Both great burgers, a bit on the expensive side considering it..."
Leila
"We visited from Brisbane & found this place on Zomato. It was AMAZING!! Ordered the KSA burger & onion rings. Best burger. Would definitely..."
Jessica Elizabeth
"Really good vibe, very funky. Love the decor !Worth a visit but bear in mind that they only serve beef burgers (and chickpea burgers as a..."
GreenSmoothie
"The only burger I am about at this joint is the cheeseburger. It is pretty serious with flavour and texture. The other burgers on offer are not my..."
John Carver
"It's my third time coming to here and it's always has good food and friendly staff ! If you're ever down for a burger where you can relax and have a..."
Mrlulong
"Order: Atomic (burger), chips and salted caramel shake. Very tasty burger! The American style burger was definitely on point and every..."
Jimmy Nguyen
"This was my first burger in Melbourne and it did not disappoint. You know it's a good burger when you take a bite and it feels like heaven. I would..."
Chey_ct
"Ordered the chuck-double double. Came with double beef patty and cheese. Very delicious and juicy. Staff are friendly. Love their decorations and..."
Christinana
"Awesome experience here. The decor is retro, fun and interesting with a cool outdoor area overlooking bourke st and the service so friendly. We..."
Jayde
"Came here on a Busy Friday! Book early or go early to grab a table and to order. This is clearly one of the most popular burger joints in the city...."
One.hungry.girl10
"Really nice burgers and place. Loved the decor with the trailers. It was a lovely addition. Loved the cheese croquettes you could add to burgers...."
The.Top.Lifestylee
"I love this place. The food is bomb and the venue itself has one of the most creative layouts in Melbourne. Staff are also always ridiculously good...."
El Diabeeto
"Easily one of the top places for Burgers in the Melbourne CBD! Grand Trailer Park Taverna do all kinds of different burgers, shakes, sides and..."
Brandan Chong
"This place is hard to knock! The atmosphere, the location, the burgers, the dessert the service! All unreal!The reputation of these burgers..."
Mattdick94
"Without a doubt one of Melbourne’s best restaurants. GTP is the first place we recommend friends visiting from interstate to go. The burgers and..."
Cheesy.boys
"I came past the grand trailer park taverna today around lunchtime and whilst it took a while for me to understand the concept, i quickly accepted it..."
JLN
"One of the best burgers you can get in the CBD.The quality of the pattie is what makes it a winner every time.Been in the afternoons a few..."
Jimmy Eats Food
"We were seated in the trailer so it had a private booth kinda vibe (which I like!). I had the McDowell burger. It was honestly amazing. The best..."
THB
"Really funky place that has awesome burger and shakes, cant go past the McDowell burger and salted caramel shakes are super tasty. Can be really..."
Jo Johnson
"Fantastic burger joint with great atmosphere and vibe. Burgers were great. The deep fried Oreos were a bit sickly sweet. I feel like it would have..."
Desiree
"Got the Thano burger tonight and it was quite good! Im not usually a fan of Mac and cheese but this worked for me. The burger wasn’t too greasy..."
Thuyteeisaboy
"Located Bourke street , second floor . The customer service is great and friendly. Order the burger , chips , onion ring and waffle, taste nice ,..."
Pierre Pie
"Really good burgers. The mac and cheese one is amazing. Can't wait to go back! Can't book and gets busy, but haven't waited long for a table either..."
Nanas
"I love the burgers at Grand Trailer Park and the location can’t be beat. Neither can the interior: not just a trailer park in name but in interior..."
KnowingMelbourne
"I'm normally a 2 burger kind've guy but the price tag on these cheeky animals kind've forced me into getting chips instead. Not that I can't afford..."
Chris
"This restaurant is very retro. The artwork, layout and atmosphere is worth a visit! It can get busy I did go on a Saturday night in which it was very..."
Jess
"Consistently good burgers here and the fries are great. I've been a few times now and I even took a few friends. The presentation is always good..."
The Hand That Bites
"This is an American-style burger joint, with a funky casual interior. We had the Korean Fried Chicken and the Francis Underwood burger. The Korean..."
Iryna Sakhatovska
"We discovered the burgers here last night and they are just delicious. Best burger I've eaten in many a year (and I had the simplest, KSA) with the..."
Rose Mercer
"Grand Trailer Park is one of my favourite go-to burger joints in Melbourne, we celebrated my birthday as well as Valentine's day here! You are..."
Sana @ MissBurberryXO
"Really nice burgers here. Simple menu, good bread, nice beers on offer. I usually order the Atomic as I love that truffle-cayenne mayonnaise the use..."
Melbourne Epicure
"Got to try this during one for one sale via ubereats. Delicious burger, juicy and tasty meat with lots of sweet mustard. Well packed too. A must..."
Indaylakwatsera Gamay
"One of my favourite burger joints in Melbourne. I don't go here often enough. The pimped out trailers inside the restaurant are something to be seen..."
TinManFromAus
"As of now, my favorite burger shop in Melbourne! The burgers here are big and filling so defiantly a good choice if your hungry! They have a great..."
Adrian “Adroso360” L
"Great burger joint and a great variety of drinks. One obvious lacking thing is the variety in their burgers. At least chuck in a chicken burger as..."
Nikita Varma
"This place is really great, such a funky vibe and love all the booth seating. Easy to get to location, just go up the stairs that look like you're..."
Lauren Hughes
"Even in the midst of the city being a ghost town plenty of people were in here. The food was SO GOOD. Loved that we could order online from the table..."
Katherine Pochroj
"We went here on a Friday night and I left very impressed. From sitting to our food arriving on the table was 20 minutes! On top of that, the food..."
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Ombra Salumi Bar
86/100 (1469 ratings)
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"Went for a drink and snack after a show. Lovely wine, food, great service. Complimentary tasting plate between 4:30 & 6:30 and great music added to a..."
Mandy Thorley
"Fabulous food. Great drinks and GF bread to die for. I'd go back for the gf bread alone. The salami platter was also something I'd have again and..."
Inez Bardell
"Some friends and I had the Mamma’s Menu last night for my best friend’s Hens Dinner upstairs. The food was absolutely incredible – we loved the..."
Mel Alforque
"We stumbled across this wonderful place on our way to the comedy festival. What a gem. Incredibly warm and friendly service. We felt really looked..."
Samantha Edwards
"Awesome place, great service, beautiful food, stepped in for a 'nibble' and left three hours later - full and satisfied. Will definitely visit..."
Elyssia Connolly
"The service was just so wonderful last night and the food delicious. We had a big group and the staff were so accommodating. Thanks so..."
Millie Hodgson
"Chiara, Paolo and Gianmaria could not have been more welcoming or attentive; it adds so much to any restaurant experience when the staff are so..."
Harry Dickinson
"Had the best time it was such an experience I learnt a lot from Miss Maggie Beer and met a lot of wonderful people..."
Teina Gallagher
"Awesome food and service. I can't pronounce or spell the stuff I ate but it was all extremely..."
Steven R K Beddoes
"HIGHLY RECOMMEND - gnocchi and prosciutto pizzaGnocchi was extremely silky-smooth and delicate, and also bursting with flavours! 💯..."
Full Time Foodie
"Had a lovely time dining here. Perfect atmosphere for a date or dinner with friends, not too quite but not at all noisy. Service was attentive...."
Therese Le
"Amazing food and lovely ambience. Guy Grossi is always friendly and appreciative when you choose to dine at Ombra. My favourite pizza and..."
Mary Apostolopoulos
"This.Places.Bangs. Highly recommend you start with a mix of Salumi & cheese (off menu).And share as many Cicchetti as your..."
Ross Howse
"We loved 😍All dishes here were amazing! The duck liver parfait was delicious and was a very generous serving size. The waitress was lovely..."
Withaknifeandfork
"Cool and cozy Italian restaurant! I had a very relaxing 😌 time here, the sharing plates were interesting and delicious! Recommend the Cauliflower..."
Daniel Wirjoprawiro
"Cosy little Italian eatery and bar.  Décor gives the feeling of authenticity.  We shared a Salumi selection platter with warm bread.  Separately..."
Hans Moleman
"All the meals that we’ve ordered were so tasty. The service was great as well. The guy who were serving us was very attentive and gave us some..."
Priscillia
"While I do love this place, the food was yummy. Pizza in my opinion needed more toppings, but still yum! The service was a let down compared to..."
Agreekable
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: I love the ambience of this place - both upstairs and downstairs. The staff are lovely and attentive...."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Ombra Salumi Bar is based on the ideals of preservation and enjoyment. Inspired by the ‘Salumerie’ of Italy Ombra will focus on delivering..."
Robin
"Got the carrots, pumpkin pizza and margherita pizza. Service was abit slow however the food made up for it. Great flavours in all dishes! Pizza dough..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"Quite happy with the food and service here. Started of with charcuterie boards, which had a good selection or meats bad cheeses. Only negative was..."
Christina Mathiasz
"A great place for a date night or a nice cost dinner. Amazing service and friendly staff that help you with ordering. The lighting and the decor is..."
Tabi Ei
"Visited Ombra on a weekday night. Easy to get a table. All meat is free range! Yay! And they seemed surprised we even asked. We shared a salumi..."
I. D.
"I joked that the reason that this place is called ‘Ombra’ (‘shadow’ in Italian) is because they can’t afford lights. In the end we did like..."
Mic.tom
"What an incredible Italian place. Such a happy and intimate atmosphere. Delicious food and friendly service. The salted caramel profiteroles were..."
Amy Read
"Great little Italian wine bar/restaurant. Concise food menu but enough to keep you interested and a more extensive wine menu. Great intimate..."
Whats On The Grill?
"Service was hit and miss, but who cares when the food and wine were outstanding! Italian food as it should be, just like Nonna's. And the wine list,..."
Brkfastlover
"If you like your Italian restaurants noisy, crowded and slightly eccentric on the service front this is the place for you.We had the salami..."
Austin
"My mother and I came here for their Mother's Day sharing menu on Mother's Day. For $75 dollars a head, I was really impressed as we got plenty of..."
Jayde
"had never heard of this place, but was very pleasantly surprised, nice Italian sandwiches/wraps (lunch only I think), also nice selection of sliced..."
Edgar Darmawan
"Second time here, first time 6 months ago. Quality remains the same. Pizza was really good, light, firm dough, not oily and good flavour on toppings...."
HobbityElf
"Can be hard to find a good place to eat in the CBD. They can often be hit or miss, and service questionable. We have a few favourites, so when we try..."
An
"Loved Ombra Salumi Bar. Cute little venue with a great vibe and delicious menu. Between 2 we shared the olive ascolane, the gin cured kingfish with..."
Kate Dougherty
"Cheap, humble, Italian food, in the heart of Melbourne CBD - near the theatre. What more could you ask for? This tight little Salumi Bar replicates..."
MELB JOURNAL
"Delicious, authentic, homely Italian food. A great place to go for dinner with friends! Everything was well seasoned, well balanced and perfect for..."
Queen Of Food
"This was the second time I had visited Ombra. The setting of the resturant itself is amazing and rustic.We ordered drinks that took 20 minutes..."
Kathleen Madafferi Di Rago
"Really liked this place. It is tiny but really lively. Service was super casual and friendly. Food is very well executed and tasty. With modern and..."
Melbourne Epicure
"Lovely ambience, attentive staff, great authentic food. Had a selection of the cheese, and salumi boards and several antipasto on the side to share,..."
Natasha
"Delicious food, amazing flavours. Recommend the meatballs, delicious marinara sauce. Nice atmosphere, with great music. Very helpful staff , pretty..."
Aleks Trajkovska
"I've been eagerly waiting for Ombra to return from their Christmas-New years break and counting the days. A lot of other restaurants are also closed..."
Eatabelle
"Came here for dinner last night after a recommendation from a friend. Pros were the pizza & the salumiCons were the somewhat pushy service..."
Rebecca R
"What more can I say other than 'mama mia?' We started off with some Aperol Spritz's which were made perfectly. We got the 'Mamas Menu' which..."
Il Ghiottone
"We wanted something quick and light so we shared a Pizza and Arancino. The wine recommendation was spot on, service friendly and genuine Italian and..."
Food And People
"Grossi just nails it again and again.This is a regular lunch time haunt for me but this time I came for dinner. Great service, amazing food and..."
Deep Dhanoa
"Friendly staff, quite a loud environment.We had the bruschetta that was really tasty but expensive for only one pieceMargarita pizza was..."
Maddie Chatley
"Now this is pizza on another level!! Bresaola, artichoke, fior di latte and rocket on a lovely thin crispy base, not your conventional pizza but..."
Whenfoodiesmeet
"Love the wines, the food and the service. We are starting to become Friday regulars at Ombra it's that good! Thanks for a great wine bar guys :)..."
Tardar Sauce
"Yum yum yum! Excellent service, with good recommendations.Wine went really well with the dishesMust try: The meatballs! 👍 and the..."
Grace Tan
"I really like this place. A great feel in a nice part of town. If you're lucky (which you probably will be) you'll get service with an accent as..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Well! Hello baby! An arm of the Grossi team this small Salumi Bar is some seriously good eats.Theo and the team looked after us a treat,..."
DRuz
"I'm gonna be really honest and direct: The place offers great atmosphere, staff is amazingly friendly, nice and helpful but the food was a little..."
Vanessa Espírito Santo
"A wonderful dining experience. My friends and I shared the 'mama' menu and we were in food comas by the end. Food was delicious and served quickly...."
Natasha Rigoni
"The food was delicious and the mama feed me was a generous amount of food. Service was good but we often were trying to get their attention to order..."
Bib
"Gorgeous food, gorgeous wine, and gorgeous servers. I asked for a wine recommendation with my pizza marinara, and was recommended a glass of a very..."
Emma Tutko
"Nice little place. Pizza base was a bit soggy. Expensive for small amount of cheese compared to their cheese and wine..."
Plummy Loves Yummy
"Great place to share a pizza and some meat balls. Very Italian with a great vibe. Would recommend for a intimate dinner experience or late afternoon..."
Addam Cao
"Cocktail was so-so but Mamma's Menu was yum! Nothing over the top just simple things done well. Set menu changes but ours consisted of charcuterie,..."
Milla Vanilla
"Came here with a group and were seated upstairs. Really friendly and helpful Italian waitress looked after us. We had the $45 menu and there was a..."
Gee
"Came for a weekday lunch.  Luckily it hadn't filled up yet when we arrived but it soon did.  We had the octopus and prosciutto pizza.  The octopus..."
Blueberrypie
"Pizza and drinks with the girls....the classier kind!Late post as it's been a while since I've last been back but on the occassions we have..."
Mummy+Me Eats
"Details: The potato and olive oil pizza was incredible. I thought the base was so fluffy with fantastic texture. Also the croquettes were to die..."
T
"A place where the pizzas are more Italian than Australian (or Hawaiian...). There are no Capriciosas, Supremes or thick crusts overloaded with..."
J0yy173
"Thank you to Jack and his crew for a lovely early dinner - warm, relaxed yet professional service, excellent food and a lovely ambience. Delicious..."
Joy
"Music, music, music, turn it down! Friday late afternoon came in for some wine, sharing food and catch up with friends. The music downstairs killed..."
Ren
"Love love loved everything that came out of the kitchen! Banquet was great value and staff were friendly even though it was a manic Saturday night...."
Minh Nguyen
"Had the banquet menu ($45 for 5 courses). So much food, so delicious, so satisfied (so full)! Pizzas here are amazing, the crust is thin but somehow..."
Fatcat
"I love coming here. My favourites are the lunch time pockets, the eggplant frites, the pizzas and the profiteroles....... The staff are the..."
MandyToorak
"Great italian food, we ordered the eggplant frites, lamb racks and 2 pizzas. Reasonably priced food for the quality, service was good and love their..."
Mi55Bee
"I really enjoyed eating here, having a nice balance between a casual yet classy dining experience. It had a very relaxed and laid back feel about it...."
Deana Cannatelli
"Went on Thursday with a big group of people and we did the $45pp set menu - we had a fantastic time and the amount of food you got was amazing it was..."
Wiggy285
"So impressed - the Mamma's set to share is such good value for really nice food. We opened with a platter of Italian cured meats and sourdough,..."
Meeateor
"Shared the Mammas share plate for a substantial lunch. Sensational. Food and service great. Guy Grossi approached our table and welcomed us and son..."
Hard Candy
"I went to Ombra for the first time on Saturday. The venue itself is really nice and the staff were very attentive and helpful. We got the Mama's menu..."
Mathew Haines
"Great selection of wines and Italian style tapas. Pizzas are good value and toppings are well balanced. Good service too. Prices generally..."
Valina Whites
"I really enjoy Ombra's casual yet classy premise, making it an enjoyable place to catch up over some good quality Italian dishes and wine. I love..."
Kell
"Just loved it. Again. Staff were attentive and knowledgeable. Food was great. The salumi was varied and delicious. We have been coming here for a few..."
Tigerland
"Such a great experience. Popped by on a Friday with no booking- we offered to sit outside and within seconds heaters etc had been turned on. The..."
Esther Maree
"I've been here a couple of times for lunch. $10 meatball pezzos - absolute bargain! Delicious meatballs in tomato sauce and cheese yum! I've..."
Ben Johnson
"A lovely evening out for my wife's birthday - attentive staff  with a eye for detail, delicious traditional food (Nonna's Menu) and relaxing..."
Jchristophers
"Great wine selection & their pate , antipasto platter goes very well. Staff attentive. Price not that expensive considering the fact that they have..."
MelbfoodCritic
"nice location and i like to be seated second floor where you can look out a busy city centre. I ordered terrine, meatballs, marinara pizza and some..."
Zhitian Zhang
"Fantastic date night here at the Ombra Salumi bar. We actually tried to get into grossi without a booking, but the staff were kind enough to walk us..."
Jinn Kan
"Excellent top notch Salumi Bar by the renowned chef hatted Grossi family. Located next to my fav Italian restaurant Grossi Florentino, Ombra offers..."
J88
"Attentive and predominantly friendly sevice. Good selection of Salami, salumi, cheese and wine although a little bit stingy with quantities. Felt..."
Bubba Gump
"Amazing. Eat here, such great food and service!The croquette was the best I've ever eaten the burrata was so tasty and the wine was exceptional...."
Sarah Nayton
"We popped into Ombra for a glass of wine and coffee and really enjoyed both the character and atmosphere of the place. The Italian (I am assuming!)..."
Foodinfocusz
"I've visited Ombra a few times now and find it to be a perfect balance of quality and value - especially if you visit during aperitivo..."
EHL
"This place is absolute delightful establishment. I have been here on multiple occasions and it never disappoints. The wine selection is great and..."
Khpn
"Great little find. We ordered the proscuitto pizza - very tasty with a nice crispy base. We liked the meatballs too. Service was attentive and didn't..."
MN-A
"Great Italian Flavours. Enjoyed a work lunch with ten of us at Ombra. We had the long table upstairs, which was a little sqeezed-in for comfort, but..."
Dave Ansett
"•A great place to grab a quick feed or a drink. Plenty of choices on the drinks menu and great vibes •We just got a quick drink and a small..."
Getinmybelly
"All the food was delicious! The pizza especially was a stand out, the bases were thin, crispy and tasty. Service was also very attentive upstairs and..."
Kim
"Lovely staff and restaurant. We booked for a dinner at 7pm and the table was all ready for us. The interior is dimly lit so the vibes were very nice...."
Judy L
"Great little restaurant two sections down stairs and upstairs a little more formal upstairs tasty food slightly focused on sharing plates, you can..."
Frank M
"A beautiful restaurant with fantastic food and excellent service that doesn’t disappoint. Third time visiting Ombra and I’ve made it a priority..."
J
"Really fantastic early dinner. Service was exceptional and everything was delicious. We will be back for..."
Caitlin Green
"One of the best Italian joints in Melbourne! The Prosciutto pizza is to die for. And the ribs - oh my goodness. Capped off with a couple of world..."
Adrienne Kher
"On the dessert alone ... If you like your #tiramisu and #profiteroles ... Coffee is not bad even with weekend surcharge ... Guy Grossi desserts are..."
Jeffrie Trika
"We went on a Sunday afternoon with a small group of five. Had the degustation which was generous and tasty. Service was friendly, cocktails and wine..."
Aaron Paul
Axil Coffee Roasters
86/100 (506 ratings)
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"I grabbed a take away triple shot latte from here.The service was friendly, and my coffee was made so quickly. I really liked the..."
Timinmelbourne
"This is a very popular breakfast location in a trendy area. Despite being busy the service is timely. Prices are reasonable. The menu is extensive...."
Srslyfoods
"Loved their zucchini, corn & haloumi fritters w/ poached egg, avocado, crispy sweet potato, spinach & spicy relish 😋🤤..."
Whatsgood Melbourne
"This place is truly amazing. My friend and I had a bad experience at hawthorn common next door and we thought we would try axil. It did not..."
SuziEats
"As always.. We walked out with no dials appointments..Great service and great food..This place never disappointed mePerfect..."
Sammy Pareek
"Excellent Soy latte + good food = enjoyable meal A surprisingly good place. woke up in the late Sunday morning and felt badly for brunch...."
Peanut_Girl
"Get the baked eggs. A quality dish that is full of flavour. Good atmosphere and vibe. Friendly staff who knowledgeable and a nice coffee. Would..."
Burgers Of Melbourne
"This place has a great atmosphere, lovely service and truly delicious food! This combination of baked eggs with a dukkah crunch was just..."
Cmzajicek
"Food : Interesting menu with unique ingredients , you will not find the usual boring options here . Both savoury and sweet options are a hit ! The..."
Tanya Carneiro From Heavenly Morsel Instagram
"I absolutely love this place. In a ripper of a spot of Hawthorn, you can't go wrong. I love their variety on the menu and I was torn on what to get..."
Foood4Dayzzz
"We had a group catch up at Axil Coffee Roasters, what a great spot for a group! The menu is great, there are lots of options to suit every kind..."
LifestyleByLily
"My trusty local.Decent meals for decent prices.A big space done well and a hefty variety on menu and portions.Always come here when I..."
IsFoodIsGood
"Great coffee and friendly staff. Fast service and an appetising menu. The space is very airy with lots of natural light, high ceilings and wooden..."
Jenny R
"Great coffee, good food and lovely staff. The cafe is very spacious, perfect place for your weekend brunch with friends ! Would definitely go back..."
Joey
"📍Location: 322 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn🖼Ambience: Overall was a bit overcrowded hence a little noisy. They decorated the wall with artificial..."
Rachel Fernandez
"Lovely food and super friendly service. The dukkah spiced eggs were amazing and beautiful bread. The quality of ingredients is superior..."
DT
"A very nice find in Hawthorne. Wasn't aware these guys have about 6 outlets across Melbourne, but was pleasantly surprised by the busy atmosphere,..."
Sally Phillips
"With a modern and clean interior, this cafe has a big space inside with many seating options divided into three narrow aisles. The ceiling is super..."
Vanessa
"Some of the best coffee I have had in Melbourne. Great food options as well but it is the coffee that keeps me coming back. Really looking forward to..."
Niveditha Vathsangam (Niv)
"7/10The visit to the mother house didn't disappoint, and Axil Coffee Roasters delivers good coffee, great food and a genuinely-friendly fast..."
Lulu T. Legrand
"This place has some real strong flavoured dishes which I love because not a lot of brunch places have. The spicy benetic sauce is amazing, probably..."
Shun Liu
"Great place, fantastic food, fantastic coffee, great service. Around lunch it's always full, always happy to come here and always rewarded with..."
Gaetano
"The best cafe I've ever visited in Melbourne..Many options for brunches, gnocchi was very delicious, zucchini fritters wad good, French toast..."
Rizki Amilia F
"Overall, a lovely brunch place. All the food is above average, but there isn’t anything outstanding. Would recommend the beetroot croquette and..."
Melbourne Food Monkeys
"Great coffees for coffee lovers. They serve good filter ones. Food was good too.Clean, chic and comfortable cafe. Staffs are friendly and..."
Laine Lee
"Axil Coffee beans are always fresh and roasted light to medium.They have choice of coffee beans for different type of coffee makers.All..."
Leena
"First time trying Axil Coffee Roasters. Love the interior design, with the green and gold, minimalistic design, very modern. We tried the smashed ago..."
Tina Leung
"Ordered------------------------Drinks:1. Single Origin Long Black - It wasn't the highlight of the meal but it was passable.2...."
Alice
"Food is always amazing, coffee is incredible and the staff are always so friendly! The atmosphere is also amazing - even when it's super busy on..."
Aisling Acton
"Delightfully fulfilling lunch here. Had the modern version of Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel. A deconstructed Salmon Bagel so to speak. Lavish and..."
Ferry Gondo
"Great experience and delicious food! This place never fails to make a good brunch experienceThe waiters were very friendly and the wait..."
Hell's Kitchen
"Excellent coffee. Excellent food. What’s left to say?I tried the eggs on toast (scrambled, obviously) and the pancakes. The eggs were..."
Leila
"Every dish we ordered was yum. Fritters were light and packed with flavour from the relish. The sweet potato crisp topping were..."
A Choong
"Great food and service. The place was packed when I arrived here, but the experience was totally worth it; I loved every minute of it. The waiters..."
Joanne Liu
"I only had limited time, but popped into Axil Coffee Roasters in order to try a coffee. After all, a roaster surely makes good coffee? I didn’t..."
Renee @thehappyorganicgirlau
"Axil Coffeee Roasters located in Hawthorn is one of my favourite cafe. However, it can be hard to find parking near the cafe.Staff are friendly..."
Chai
"Great place for a brunch with friends. Love their coffee and other beverages. Food is on the expensive side but cannot complain about the taste and a..."
Zee
"Originally planned to go to muharam cafe today and there was a huge line outside on the coldest wettest Melbourne day this year so far. What is wrong..."
Girl_Eats_World
"I went there because it’s very famous so I thought I should try!!Ordered espresso, it’s good coffee but it wasn’t my taste.( cause for me..."
Mary D
"Nice cafe for breakfast! Staff are friendly and ambience is nice. Love their white peony tea. Food is nice and portions size good. I would go there..."
Khyati Raval
"Axil has several locations throughout the city, but we stumbled upon the location in Hawthorn. The cafe space is pretty huge, and it feels very..."
Kendall | The NomNomNomad
"First time I’ve been to Axil and I was hangry af and holy moly, the zucchini and corn fritters with bacon, spinach, avocado, poached egg, relish..."
Jarrod William
"Looveee the ambiance of this place. What a beautiful place with friendly staff. It’s located just a short walk from Glenferrie Station so it’s..."
Yovita Aurora
"One of my go to cafes. Been here a few times and always leave satisfied. The most recent time I got the crispy pork and beef brisket. They were both..."
Thavisha Rambukwella
"The red velvet pancakes is what brought me here and they are also the reason why I will constantly come back. Great service , great atmosphere great..."
Vivian
"Been here a few times now & always had delicious meals with friendly service; and delicious coffee of course! Highly recommend if you’re ever near..."
Sir Brunch-A-Lot
"Axil Coffee Roasters Cafe in Hawthorn is the flagship café and roasting facility for the Axil Coffee Roasters group of cafes/brand.  This..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"I went there on sunday morning. The food was super good!I ordered chai latte & coffe (of course) as an entree, & thrn french toast, egg benedict..."
Bite The Looks By BHA
"Axil Hawthorn is a gorgeous venue, with an open plan and simple decor complete with plenty of greenery. Axil seats a large amount of people, and..."
Bec
"Came here on a Monday morning and was quickly greeted and seated at a table. Service is great, friendly staff and food arrived promptly. ..."
TimTamEats
"The red velvet pancakes are simply to die for there’s a great mix of flavours in there that work so well. I hope this item stays on the menu as a..."
George David Michaelides
"Love this place! The vibe was chill and the interior was dope. The food was even better, really filling and delicious, their iced mocha was one of..."
J Nguyen
"I’ve always been impressed with Axil’s coffee and food selection. They regularly update their menu with specials on weekends. Ever since they..."
MHW
"Visited on a weekday. Service was very good, nice environment, great coffee and the food was excellent and hard to choose a dish as the menu was..."
Rose
"So it was lovely, honestly a nice breakfast and coffee was smooth and delightful. I ordered a cappuccino and I guess that means latte now because it..."
Laura K
"5 of us swung by Axil on Saturday and we were lucky to be seated quickly (around 10am). It did get busier while we were there but try your luck! The..."
Tangertalks
"LIT!: we started off with savoury and then went to their sweet dishes. What was amazing was the tomato purée dip as it went so well with the toast,..."
Jennitals
"Can't believe I haven't reviewed this place when I actually come by for a coffee almost everyday. Good coffee and good food. Choices are limited but..."
Yuiisama
"Good coffee here and decent food, had the had the house made crumpets and salmon. The crumpets were pretty thick but tasted good and there was..."
Leo Suen
"Fairly big place with nice ambience. Went on a Sunday at 12:30pm, and was surprised that we didn't have to wait long for our table at all. We got..."
Christine Chin
"The pancake is so good, but the other one its just okay:) I will come back again for the pancake ❤️❤️❤️ additionally, their service..."
Marina Renia
"Situated just a 5 min walk from Glenferrie station, Axil coffee Roasters looks like any other standard brunch restaurant in..."
The Consul
"Big sized cafe off Glenferrie road with very nice coffee! The must order dish from here is the red velvet pancake so pretty and delicious 😋..."
Ilovefoodsomuch
"Went here for coffee and breaky last week. Coffee was great, atmosphere was nice although very busy there was great service. I ordered the corn..."
Clare
"Points for: excellent coffee & wide menuDine Time: weekend brunchIt can get a little hectic over weekend brunch, but not impossible to..."
Flying Forward
"I loved this place before I even stepped in. Its absolutely beautifully styled. The industrial styling with greenery a winner! Staff super attentive..."
Nay Nay
"Welcoming atmosphere friendly staff but slow service. Roughly 10 minutes to take our order. It was busy with cool vibes. Coffee was good and my..."
Anna Singh
"Pretty busy happening spot. Coffee is a good quality but could be warmer to personal preference. The bites to eat are pretty tasty to enjoy with a..."
DamoForce Food
"On a bright Saturday morning, my partner and I decided to drop of Axil to have brunch. Upon arrival, a staff member came to greet us and put us in a..."
Valerie
"Great decent sized brunch / lunch cafe. Coffee was good and the staff were really friendly. Very busy on a Sunday so recommend getting in early. The..."
Eric G
"Highly recommended this thick prawn toast! I didn’t expect it’s so amazing. Creative healthy recipe and great taste. Perfect with long black and..."
zhang candy
"Axil Coffee Roasters Hawthorn is my favourite of all the ones I have visited. Great service and beautiful food. The coffee is beautiful and the menu..."
Thomas Reeh
"A decent cafe in Hawthorn. I came here on the weekend with a friend and we ordered the fritters and baked eggs. Be mindful that there is a weekend..."
Jennifer You
"Friendly and helpful staff. Great design and high quality service. The food and drinks are good. Nice place to hang out for breakfast/ lunch with..."
Marco Alexander
"Had a late lunch at Axil-ordered the fritters and a coffee. Both were amazing! The crispy sweet potato on the side was very yummy. Nice flavours in..."
Ayse Zengin (Addict Of Travel)
"AXIL COFFEE ROASTERS – The Roastery What a lovely coffee encounter Today, just before heading out to Sydney, I went to visit Miss Mook at Axil..."
André Eiermann
"Great to see Axil still surviving and thriving. Food was great, atmosphere was great, staff were great. The turmeric crepe with pork belly was yummo...."
Kim
Shakahari Too
85/100 (1523 ratings)
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"I had visitors from New Zealand and Sydney and my guests requested to have vegetarian and one of them is Vegan. I did a search online and found..."
AngeLuvFood8
"Wholesome and delicious vegan food in a spacious and beautiful venue. Everything is made fresh-to-order, yet the service is quick and professional...."
Dana Sole
"Wow! The flavours are spectacular. LOVED the satay. By far the best. I can't stop thinking about it. Also make sure you get the Tofu Caramel for..."
Facebook User
"As a carnivore and newcomer to vegetarian cuisine, this place has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants. I can't believe that I've become a..."
Harryk
"Such a lovely place with delicious food and friendly staff!! The only thing is that it’s a bit pricey, but we will definitely be coming back to try..."
Mins
"Went there for my friends anniversary and the other couple happened to be vegetarian. Hence this place was chosen. I can definitely say that one of..."
Adi
"Although I have been a vegan for 4 years, I was quite concerned about the obscureness of this menu. However, Shakahari Too did not..."
Hungrylittleshrew
"Love their vegan lasagna! It is a dish I get every time I go. It is my ‘go to’ dish.Their laksa is amazing too.A great place..."
Jennyabouttown
"By no means am I a vegan or vegetarian, but this restaurant did not make me miss meat! Food was super tasty and rich, but not too rich, so we..."
Xtina
"I haven't been to Shakahari yet, but it should be great if Shakahari Too is anything to go by. It's a really cute, quaint little spot with incredibly..."
Quince And Cheese
"Definitely one of my favourite (vegetarian) restaurants. Had avocado magic/croquettes chinamoon and saffron polenta/satay shakahari - every element..."
Angel Khong
"Simply brilliant. Has the best tempeh I've had outside of Indonesia. The papaya salad makes an amazing starter with perfect balance of sweet, sour..."
Hungry Ronin
"We get to this restaurant by luck. A very good vegetarian restaurant which serves Asian fusion cuisine. We had choose from their luch menu which has..."
Abhinav Khandelwal
"The green laksa was a delicious bowl full of delightful surprises. The matcha tofu unfortunately tasted quite bland. The staff here make you feel..."
An Antelope
"The food is nicer and different from other places, they have their own style and I really appreciate that! It was a full experience for non vegans..."
Merry Rourou
"Great service, generous meal servings, healthy and delicious! A menu with a variety of options but not overwhelming. We ordered the laksa, the..."
Tay Tee
"Had a business lunch here this week. So tasty, fresh and impressive. Attentive but unassuming serviceOutstanding!!  In particular..."
Sachin B Patel
"Lovely little Asian Fusion restaurant on Clarendon st. Place was practically empty when we came, so I can't tell you what it's like when busy but the..."
Veggin' Around
"Food was good, most of it was a bit spicy so be aware. Avocado entree is definitely a go-to dish. Overall good experience and no issues whatsoever..."
Sib
"I have been here twice, once with friends and once with family. On both occasions the party was full of omnivores, however everyone found something..."
Adele W
"One of the best vegetarian restaurant in town!!! Their Avo fritters are to die for!!Must go place. Loved the capsicum sauce too. Would definitely go..."
Rbms
"What a beautiful meal. I can't really explain how nice it was! You must try this place if you are vegan or vegetarian. The avocado entree was..."
Eat To Live
"After some fantastic eating at Shakahari, I was extra keen to check out their newest location in Clarendon Street of South Melbourne. Shakahari..."
Donutsam
"Been here a couple of times and overall had a really pleasant experience. The food is healthy, vegan friendly and tasty, and there are lots of..."
RubenTheGoodGuy
"Fantastic food!! For a purely vegan menu, Shakahari Too does extremely well! Ordered the red vs white with quinoa, chickpeas and veggie stew. Really..."
Loz Arthur
"Amazing food! Everything is so delicious...and pretty too! My friend and I shared the satay skewers, croquettes, caramel tofu and vegan cheesecake...."
Kim
"Had the Flat bread Around and the Mushroom Walnut Agnolotti and a Lassi. Very nice, great mix of flavours. Very nice food with warm, friendly..."
Bothead
"Serving a deliciously innovative vegetarian menu designed to be balanced, nutritious & appealing to even the most stubborn of meat eaters. Full..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"The food. Oh God the food! In our second bite of the Shakahari Too experience my vegetarian and I took to the tables with anticipation, as our..."
Oni San
"Nice tasty food, no mock meat (thank God). The place has a suburban, local feel. Depending on your individual financial circumstances, not really a..."
Meeateor
"Service and atmosphere: Nice! Been here at a quite Sunday night. Staffs are quite attentive!Food: Entree- matcha matcha tofu, I have to say..."
Yolanda Wong
"Best vegetarian food I have ever tasted. I constantly find myself craving their croquettes! Excellent service with very welcoming staff. Great..."
Simon
"True it's probably some of the best vegetarian food around (without trying to pull off "fake meat" and all that). It's also nice that each dish is..."
Julycheee
"Best Vegetarian restaurant in Melbourne.This restaurant is the sister to Shakahari in Carlton. It's not open as frequently but it's less..."
Julian
"If vegetarian tasted this good more often, I would become one! We started with the Avocado Magic entree and it was such a surprising blend of..."
J0yy173
"The restaurant we chose was Shakahari Too. I was actually pretty keen to try this place, given that I had only ever been to the original Shakahari in..."
Moni | Thoughts Of A Moni
"The Carlton branch of Shakahari is a bit of a stalwart of vegetarian restaurants in Melbourne, so I was keen to try this new branch. The menu is..."
Moni | Thoughts Of A Moni
"Amazing variety of flavours. Don't miss meat at all when cooking is this good. Avocado magic is a must. Dumplings were delicious too. Staff are very..."
Pickycat
"This restaurant offers a small range of yummy vegan options. Whilst some dishes are a standout, others were a bit of a miss. They do have great..."
Believeinyourself
"Amazing vegetarian food, in fact clearly the best vegetarian restaurant I have been to in Melbourne. The food is great in taste and quality however..."
Mommyinmelbourne
"Awesome Food!. This place is just as good as their twin in..."
Amulya Merit
"One word : delicious! !!. Unlike any other vegetarian cuisine I have ever tried. The flavours and combinations made for a delightful evening...."
SS
" In my experience, there appears to be two types of vegetarian food – the faux ‘meats’ (or meat imitations), or genuinely tasty vegetables that..."
Sheepish
"Very wow healthy good for you food. I really enjoyed myself here. The staff were nice, the food was pretty good. The pricing very reasonable.The..."
Madam Boots
"Fabulous food!. This place has absolutely delicious food! We were visiting Melbourne from interstate and decided to give this place a go after seeing..."
Perthvegetarian
"Thumbs up. Had dinner last night with my partner who's a vegetarian. Being a carnivor, it would be hard to please me without meat. however this place..."
Mr. Brunch
"Best Restaurant in Melbourne!. Best cuisine and service in Melbourne. I can't say enough good things about this Restaurant.The food is to die..."
Jcdc
"Great vegetarian food. Been here a few times and can't fault it!Food is excellent! Service great! Value brilliant! Note that..."
Monkey Man
"Awesome meals! Huge and filling :)Delicious. Place could be a little warmer, patrons all kept their jackets on, but it's a small..."
Lungs
"Enjoyed by a non-vegan. Fantastic service and even better food. Would recommend the Avocado Magic & Satay..."
Laura
"Absolutely delicious meal. Fresh flavours and very creative meals. Wonderful to eat without onions and garlic for those of us who can't digest them...."
Netty
"Great place. I had a dinner with my husband yesterday evening. Food was great. Specially sauces, spices combinations. When I go to a restaurant, if I..."
Solmaz Tufan Miller
"Amazing choice!. Having had dinner here we are so impressed with the food, so amazing to have so much vegan and veg choice with tasty fresh food and..."
Siobhanmbailey
"Yum. Not usually into hipster, vegan, raw etc... But this place makes it easy to stomach. In fact the only hipsters were the staff. Food was..."
Elm92
"Excellent vegetarian. Had the avocado magic and tofu for entrees, and then the quinoa croquettes and laksa for mains. The avocado and quinoa..."
Shitake
"I'm not a vegan by any means, but I think this place is good. Had the chestnut dumplings and the pasta dish, which were so so tasty. I can't specify..."
J
"I love Shakahari, the food is always delicious. Every dish I've had is loaded with fresh, distinct flavours and I've tried nearly all of..."
Renee Mead
"AMAZING!. Such great food!! Went for lunch yesterday, was my third visit there and have never been disappointed, the food is mouth watering..."
VeggieGirl
"Awesome vego! Get the laksa it will rock your..."
Nathan
"Worth going vego for. Until recently, I thought vegetarian food was good food with something missing. If you still think like that and need..."
Mouthful
"You don't miss the meat!. It was a risk taking five non vegetarians to a vegetarian restuarant but with fond memories of the Carlton restaurant from..."
PoleDancer
"Excellent interesting vego. These people already own another Shakahari plus one of my favourites Isthmus of Kra..the food and service at the new..."
Geeps
"Flawless. Amazing food and cheerful service. Highly recommended!..."
Mrs Robinson
"Sue. Have been to the new Shakahari 4 times now and the food is excellent.Service was very good and the meal was well priced.WIll..."
Sue
"If you think healthy, organic, fresh ingredients with a genius chef putting together eclectic tastes then you might be able to imagine the wonders of..."
Bob Weis
"If u wanna spent ur time and relax with ur families or frens or with some one special for out door dinner or lunch....i must say shakahari is de..."
Karma
"Really enjoyed, satay exceeded expectations! Biriani was OK. Would be a great place for take away, but prices are a bit..."
Bob Yuletime
"SHAKAHARI TOO!. Shakahari has built a big reputation for offering a purely vegetarian menu that everyone will enjoy. Not just vegetarians, but all..."
Caleb Caliban
"All of the materials are good quality and I was told most of them are organic too. Moreover all of the staffs are very friendly and handy in doing..."
Neysavaleria.lcbmeta
"Not always a popular suggestion to hit a vegetarian restaurant but if you ever had any doubts Shakahari Too should help clear them! This is such a..."
FoodieAboutTown
"Delicious food, beautiful murals and the service was flawless. Fantastic range of vegan and gluten free options. We're neither vegan or GF, but still..."
Liza Wei
"Dear Shakahari Too, Today wasn’t the best day. It was the greatest day. My mouth was wet with the watering from thy food. I did not die of my nut..."
Harrison Storm
"This was our first stop on our trip to Melbourne and it did not disappoint! We had the udon, which was delicious. As vegetarians, it is so nice to be..."
Alison J.
"Had such an amazing night at Shakahari Too! The service was PHENOMENAL! As soon as we walked through the door, we were greeted with such kindness and..."
Holly C
"AMAZING food!! All vegan, delicious, nutritious, incredible service, so so happy. We went as a group of 5 and shared everything, they catered to a..."
Enna Blake
"Oh my golly jeepers! My friends and I literally had THE greatest evening. We shared almost every dish on the menu, and loved them all! Delicious..."
Emily Coatman
"I must admit the satay it’s super tasty! The place is really cute and intimate. I would definitely come back to try more dishes on their menu...."
Priscillia
"Absolutely amazing food and great service. I've been here a couple of times and every dish was on point. This restaurant is fantastic, even for..."
Loc Tran
Royal Stacks
85/100 (1571 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast food
American
Australian
Australian
American
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Mac and cheese
Croquettes
Burger
Beef
Fast food
Australian
Fast food
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Went here on Friday night 18.05.18 for our first dinner in Melbourne (from Adelaide), we were recommended by family that we should go here...."
Taylah Hilliard
"This place is the best burger I have had in Melbourne by far great quality burgers best customer service as well very welcoming and all round great..."
Bradley Lennon
"I came to Royal Stacks when I was travelling for business and I was particularly grumpy (hangry!) when I arrived at the counter. The lady who served..."
Mícheál Ó Laoghaire
"Went into Royal Stacks today after trying a burger from them at the food truck festival in Ballarat a few weeks ago! One of the staff members on..."
Dylan Muscat
"Delicious burger! I tried the Miss Elizabeth burger with an extra pattie and onions. Easily one of the best burgers I've ever eaten!!! Also the staff..."
Angela Wellington
"Amazing food and even better service! I highly recommend this place to anyone who loves their..."
Iman Fakoua
"What a burger joint! Glad to find a joint that gave me the genuine "mmm mmm that is a tasty burger" experience that Samuel L Jackson had in Pulp..."
Sam Tyson
"Very impressed by the Brunswick store's service, food quality, and attention to detail. I'd made an offhand remark about enjoying crispy chicken..."
Steve Kunz
"Service was amazing, food was delicious and the gentleman even brang us out some free ice cream to try which was also delicious! Definitely will be..."
Kelsey Ryan
"I came here 4 times while staying in Melbourne for the weekend, each time was refreshingly terrific service, coupled with literally some of the best..."
Jeff Watts
"I googled frozen custard Melbourne and was lucky enough to find Royal Stacks. The young man behind the counter was so helpful and allowed me to try..."
Wendy Jane Whalley
"Glorious 'King burger' and cheese loaded fries went down an absolute treat 👌🏻👌🏻 Couldn't fault it 😁🍔 Fast service and friendly..."
Angus Fairbairn
"One of the hardest burgers to beat. Compliments to the developers of such glorious, mouth watering goodness ! Looking for a night out or a cheat..."
Nemanja Cvele
"Great burgers full of flavor and very filling and i strongly recommend the nutella frozen..."
Mitchell Dodd
"The best truffle Mayo in Australia! Really amazed with the quality every time! Only downsize is the price is high and the Elizabeth burger is quite..."
Jennifer Saha
"Wow! Royal Stacks burgers are incredible! The patties are juicy and perfectly cooked. The flavours are an explosion in your mouth and the cheese is..."
Peter Akiki
"Staff were so welcoming to us as we wandered in tired and hungry at lunch time. Brought my two kids (4&2) to the cbd to visit their Aunty and was so..."
Sharon Tyler
"I love royal stacks. Been to the one in Melbourne CBD & in Brunswick. Both are marvellous. I typically order a burger called “The King”. The most..."
Krystal Hosri
"Staff are always so friendly! I absolutely love the food. The cheese fries are to die for and It’s great value for money...."
Darian
"Somebody said they have the best burgers ever. Well, I won't say they were any less than one of the best I've ever tasted. They use a very good..."
Miss_live_to_eat ✔️
"It was..."
Taqimonster
"Great experience at CBD royal stack. Good service. Awesome food cooked perfectly! Ordered the current special - the dutchess which was absolutely..."
Maz Bell [hangrymaz]
"Not bad. Nothing to make them stand out from the crowd of great burger places in Melbourne though. But nothing awful about them either. Worth a try...."
GlennM
"Had the “saint” burger and was satisfied with the portion! The patties were cooked really well, and the cheese and toppings were great too. Not..."
Priscilla Yeo
"nice..."
Chukohin
"What a burger . The beef patty is so juicy succulent yet full of flavours . The chips are nice and fresh with the right amount of salt .Coming..."
Jiten Bellani
"Ordered The King for delivery, arrived slightly soggy in the bun portion but to be expected when eating takeaway. The Mac and cheese croquette was..."
ANOMnymous
"Hands down to one of the best burgers I’ve ever had!..."
Jessie Yeap
"We had fries, we had shakes but most importantly we had burgers we got The King (beef patty, tomato, lettuce, mac. & cheese croquette, mustard,..."
HEARD Magazine
"Tasty burgers. The size is bit on smaller size...."
Parul Aggarwal
"I like their onion ring, not too oily and tasty batter, the cheese sauce too salty though. The single stack burger is just okay. Friendly staff and..."
Lovefood
"We came here specifically to try the frozen custard as me and the boyfriend are major custard lovers. I think I’ve finally found something better..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"Had the double stack burger with melted cheesey fries. Burger is pretty good, bun is sweet and patty is juicy. Chips or the fries are delicious too...."
Caroline
"Ordered prince harry, single stack, cheese fries, gems, bueno milkshake. The milkshakes and frozen custards are real tasty and just melts in your..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"A contender for one of my favourite burger places in Melbourne. A slick operation, I love their burgers and fries. All I'll say is that you need to..."
Tinmans Treats
"Ok so this is my fave burger joint in Melbourne! The burgers are insanely good. I usually go for the Miss Elizabeth with choice of one of their many..."
SuziEats
"Ordered bacon bacon, the bread is soft, patty meat is tender, juicy and amazing, bacon stays crispy and easy to chew even when dipped with sauce and..."
Derrick Lim
"Been to royal stack on collins street so many times.. i’ve been to the chadstone branch before but its not as good as in here.. the staffs were so..."
Bite The Looks By BHA
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: came into this place knowng that I have previously tried some of the best burgers in town such as Dandenong..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"The only answer is a bloody good foodie night at Royal Stacks 3rd Birthday Party on Collins Street! This event ticked all the boxes from..."
LifestyleByLily
"I've been here many times and decided it's about time I leave a review. This place has easily some of the best burgers around and that's saying a lot..."
José
"This place has a nice, cozy vibe. It’s usually packed around lunch times so just be aware of the potential long queues. I came just before it was..."
Hunger Quest
"American style burgers, balanced and delicious. staff are lovely. Don’t forget to order a side of cheese fries. Their cheese sauce is so so..."
Delishme
"Killer venue with good vibes, sweet juicy patty with that yellow American cheddar cheese that shouldn’t taste as good as it does. They do cheesy..."
Kyah English
"Oh my God, what a fantastic experience! They literally have just one vegetarian burger on the menu but it’s AMAZING! The burger is called the Queen..."
Anisha
"soooo good ! i always leave with my stomach in pain because i couldn’t stop eating 😂😂. the burgers are amazing and i always find myself..."
Lemar
"One of the best burgers you can get in Melbourne. Went for their special fried chicken Friday burgers and was blown away with the flavour. Food coma..."
EatPicLove
"really good quality burgers and just really cheery staff. The burgers are halal too so thats a plus. Will definitely come backThe milkshakes are..."
Syed Zohair Ahmad
"Today was my second visit to Royal Stacks, and this time I decided to try the Queen Bee (veggie burger with a chickpea patty) and large potato gems...."
Ahh_Blueberry
"Holy smokes this place is off the hook. Nothing like this in Auckland (in my opinion). Absolutely blew my diet apart, but gave less then a sh!t. Mark..."
Yum Yum Yaaaaaa
"Looove the burgers in this shop! Lots of options of burgers, chips and desserts!! On top of that, you can get free refills soda as well if you order..."
Eatwithbonny
"I am vegetarian and it is hard to find a good vegeterian burger.. Love the Queen Bee burger, and go to this place whenever my taste buds demand it....."
Neha Sharma
"The burger I tried was a simple but tasty cheeseburger; all beef patty, American cheddar with a special sauce on brioche bun. Apparently the brioche..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"Royal Stacks recently celebrated their 3rd birthday and also the launch of a new natural wine range, and I was fortunate to be able to attend as..."
Hello. Imnikki
"Royal Stacks is located on Collins Street in the CBD. The fit out is spacious catering for all the hungry burger lovers. I was thrilled to be invited..."
Chronicles Of Nardia
"OMGosh sorry folks. It appears that I’ve written a review for a place with a similar name. Oops hahaha all fixed now thank you Hello. Imnikki..."
Timinmelbourne
"We were invited to Royal Stack’s 3rd birthday party which was a ripping event. We consumed many rounds of potatoes gems and fries (both with and..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Took me awhile to give Royal Stacks a shot but I finally got there. I honestly wanted to try everything but I know that'd be the death of me. Cheese..."
Mustard
"Yum! Incredibly friendly service with lovely staff, reasonable prices and delicious food.I got the double stack and shared a few sides with..."
E Review
"Incredibly nice staff! Explained the menu really well too, since it was my first time. I decided on a Miss Elizabeth, extra patty. Not a bad burger..."
Leila
"Royal Stacks is hubby’s favourite. He go-to burger is the Saint, with double beef patty, raw onion (date night alert!) and bacon. He also love..."
Piggyeatalot
"We came here on a recommendation and now I need to buy them a beer!The menu isn't overly large or complicated. You get a quick easy sense as to..."
Shane Warren
"Even though I am not Vegetarian, I ordered the Queen Bee Burger and I loved how juicy the chickpea patty was! Usually I am not a fan with chickpea..."
AB.NaturalSoul
"The staff is friendly and happy to provide suggestions. Seating is adequate, both in terms of space and layout. Being a burger..."
Rishab Mann
"Great service and even greater food...best burger so far in Melbourne. I had the Creed, a single patty with bacon and loaded with veggies including..."
Michelle Noel Duque
"Rating: 4.5 Finally we arrived after walking 10 minutes by foot but wow was it worth it. The vibe here was excellent with the chill music and..."
Munching With Mel
"Going to Royal Stacks guarantees a good burger. While their cheeseburgers are great, their Bae of Fire is amazing. I was worried that two patties..."
Daisy
"Had the Queen bee burger with cheese fries, the burger wont be dry or tasteless although its a vegan choice. The deep fried mashed chickpea patty..."
HildaLuv2Eat
"It was late night but my hubby and I are hungry so we went out to look for food to grab. As a tourist we want to try the best and famous foods in the..."
Duchess_Arg
"First off, I love the setting. It's a big and spacious place with a few different types of seating options. I thought the neon lights and the plants..."
Chey_ct
"The service was great, but had to wait a while for my food though but it's understandable in busy hours but the wait was worth the taste if their..."
Jagg Kalotia
"There was a lunch crowd when I got there and I immediately knew this was it. Amazing friendly staff greeting you at the doorstep, but most..."
Tay Zi Wei, Bjorn
"Real rating 4.5 ⭐️ When I first visited royal stacks, I was wondering what the hype for it was about and then I understood..."
Win - FSC
"Definitely the best burger joint I've been to around Melbourne, having been to about 6 burger joints before Royal Stacks, I think this joint is the..."
Richard Tran
"The #Burger is excellent and #fries you don't want to miss.The staff are really nice and helpful. The service as well good. The place is modern..."
Malmalki
"Royal stacks is a solid as burger joint. The burgs are ace and the potato gems and shakes are also legit. Frozen custard making that thickshake a..."
John Carver
"Love this place. Great deco. Awesome place for lunch- great burgers, soft buns, nice food and drink choices. Can’t go wrong for a casual..."
ScarletAngel
"Meaty, juicy meat patty, with super fresh salad, soft buns and crunchy onion rings. The burgers here satisfy the hangriest cravings. Consistently..."
Kelly Belly
"Amazing. This is my second time coming here!! We had the double stacks! However this was way better than last time. Last time I ordered gems with..."
Ravsing Phan
"the burgers here are phenomenal! the brioche bun, juicy patty, melted cheese all blend and comprise the mouthwatering treat. i have tried both in..."
Karen Torres
"Very nice hamberg shop and very friendly staff, yes, I mean jack (maybe)who is the manager. the hamburger is very juicy and sauce is tasty. BAE of..."
Paul In OZ
"Quick service. Burger was tasty, but a little on the small side and the bun is quite thin. Would definitely need to double patty if you’re hungry...."
Foodserra
"Royal Stacks offers some good vibes, expansive and diner style interior, in addition to salty burg goodness. The saint burger, potato gems (regular),..."
JW
"Brother in law came down first day to Melbourne from japan and decided to take him to get some juicy burgers it’s all our first time here and we..."
Ayapom
"Headed down to royal stacks during a Tuesday night and I was very amazed at the venue 😻 spacious and very decorative indeed ! Food: I..."
TNT 😋❤️
"Burgers were really good, milkshake was average. I got the tower so I was expecting it to be much bigger however my son demolished it within a few..."
AlienZzz
"Great burgers. I personally recommend just the single stack burger. The sauce is very delicious. I shall do my very best to replicate it and am..."
A Otago
"Good food, good drinks. Came out quickly and was hot. Only downfall was a bit oily and too much sauce. Staff were lovely and the place has a good..."
Rebecca Sparrow (LIFEOFCHAOS)
"Royal stacks can be considered your normal burger place. Good for anyone who doesn’t want to dine at a Maccas or Hungry Jacks. The burgers are..."
Farhan Riyaz
"Comfortable atmosphere, affordable prices, and quick order turn around time. As far as the burger experience goes, you would be hard pressed to..."
Ignis Dragon
"Lots of options | The chicken burger was delicious. Soft Bun and lots of mayo | would’ve been good to have some veg just to balance all the..."
imoniquee
"Royal Stacks is the perfect place for a delicious and tasty midweek dinner. The burgers are great & if you're looking to spice up your night even..."
Split the Bill
"Randomly stumbled upon this gem. Really good food and service. Easy to order at the table via your phone. The Miss Elizabeth burger was my favourite..."
denver fernandes
Arbory Bar & Eatery
84/100 (1960 ratings)
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Australian
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Cakes
Fish
Salad
Oyster
Calamari
Calamares
Lobster Roll
Cheeseburger
Burger
Hummus
Arancini
Croquettes
Halloumi
Sit down
Bar
Australian
Seating
Live Music
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
After-hours
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Food:We ordered the mushroom dish, and the hot cake dish. Both were amazing to the point my friend and I had to share both of ours cause we kept..."
Mr. T
"This place is a summer vibe! The eatery have a mixture of outdoor and under-cover areas with seats along the gorgeous Melbourne Yarra. Family..."
Nibble And Wander
"I can't say I've come to Arbory before for the food... but I was glad I did!Ordered:🍔 Crumbed Mushroom & Halloumi burger (v):..."
Jasmine
"Breakfast here is really tasty. But, there were multiple hairs in my meal which was really off putting. The staff are decent but not overly..."
Rach
"Best BEST Mushroom Burger in Melbourne. My MOST favourite bar in Melbourne. Go-to..."
Aditi Jhawar
"Love, love, LOVE everything about the Arbory. Only have the best feedback everytime we visit and we visit often. It’s the perfect spot to meet for..."
MelbourneLops
"Stumbled upon this place unexpectedly and I literally fell in love with it! Best ambience (with a beautiful river view). The food was delicious!..."
Keerthhi
"Good food and drinks, fantastic view and ambience. We went in winter but were kept warm by the heaters. Got the mushroom risotto and calamari - both..."
Claire Yuen
"Seriously, what's not to love about Arbory. It's a Melbourne institution, and a must visit if you are from out of town. We come here all the time,..."
Morgs71
"Honestly one of my favourite bars in Melbourne!Nothing sounds better to me than sitting by the Yarra River, drink in hand and some small plates in..."
Melbourne Madness
"Visited for Pork & Pinot (Noir) - or in my case Risotto & Pinot (Grigio). I visited on a very chilly night but stayed cosy thanks to heaters and..."
Quince And Cheese
"Nice river side bar to hangout specially during dinner time. There food menu not big, but have some good dishes to try with wine or..."
Chef ASD
"I always love coming to Arbory. There is something super relaxing about being next to the water. There is a wide selection of drinks, all made..."
AH
"Came here for lunch with a friend on a sunny day. Such a lovely atmosphere, really let’s you see Melbourne at its best (lunch by the Yarra with an..."
Fatcat
"Great venue and awesome food. Great location right on the Yarra so it’s wonderful to take friends and visitors- always a good spot for that. Will..."
Irene Borges
"It was a glorious Sunday evening in Melbourne and we were off to a concert tonight so called into Arbory Bar and Eatery for a couple of drinks...."
Espy Eats
"The setting is awesome but that's where the quality stops. Very average food & rude indifferent bar staff, it took 15 mins for us to order food at..."
Foodie By Heart 💓
"Excellent mix of fresh and pickled flavors with creamy dressing and the crunch of a good shell crab. Highly recommend for a lovely meal. The staff..."
Justin R
"Very busy place on a friday night! The staff there are pretty chilled out and helpful so that was a positive experience. The view is lovely from this..."
Charles Dexter
"Great vibes, perfect location, great atmosphere! The views are amazing at night time and they always have good music playing! The food and..."
Caitlin Maree
"A girlfriend and I came here recently for after work Fri drinks.  The place was buzzing! At times the speakers were quite loud, we..."
Simmyeats.Melb
"Not cheap but such a fantastic way to treat yourself. The chips with truffle was delicious. Cherry blossom spritz was also a wonderful drink to have..."
Christine Chen
"Very nice view with amazing drinks and food. We did try almost all of the small plates in the menu and all of them were really yummy.I do..."
Sherrie Zahedi
"Had a great night there with a mate recently on a warm Friday evening.  The place was heaving but service was fast and the food is excellent!  Much..."
Caz77
"Went back to the Arbory a couple of Fridays ago for the first time in over a year.  Since the last time, the food has improved out of sight! ..."
Johnno
"Rated 3.5starsWas at the afloat a week before and this week managed go get a table for 12 with colleague's. They only do bookings up to 4pm..."
SueyLuey
"will continue to come because :- Amazing service every time. Bar staff are friendly and efficient.- Great vibes.- Seasonal cocktail..."
Esther Lee
"My favourite place in Melbourne, hands down! Highly recommend going here. It’s so nice and people are nice and everything is just fabulous!!..."
Veda Patnaik
"Favourite stop on the river for a drink, whether its in the sun, after work stop off or after dark awaiting the train home Arbory is full of..."
Wine And Food Lovers
"Very busy place on a Friday night, we come here after work to find the place packed full of happy and cheerful guests.. All wanting to have a beer..."
Kerli Kerli Kerli
"PROSHommus with flatbread and dukkah is delicious,croquets worthwhile and by the glass wine list is very good. The labneh is no long on the..."
Bianca
"Edit: Tried the soft shell crab salad - yummo! Awesome mix of fresh and pickled flavours with creamy dressing and the crunch of a good soft shell..."
JW
"A reliable pub with nice view over Melbourne waterline and the Yarra. The great thing is it’s open til late. Both food menu and drinks list are..."
Inem
"Great music, great view, great vibes all round. Perfect for some burgers and a drink or two. It also keeps very warm during winter, which is lovely...."
Leila
"Priced at a mere $25 per person, diners can enjoy a roast and glass of wine pairing all throughout winter. June saw the hero-ing of pork, while beef..."
Theycallmemaggie
"You can’t go past this place if you’re looking for a veggie burger!I’ve been coming here for my mushroom and haloumi burger and it is..."
Sivashankar Sivam
"Went there on a sat night, service of food was pretty dam quick. The double cheesy was a realy winner. $18 will get your a double cheesy and chips...."
DamoForce Food
"WONDERFULLLLLLL!We ordered Bloody Mary, Sweet & Innocent and a Long Island ice tea last night. Also some chips and a lobster roll.Really..."
Mavis Hou
"First time here - certainly won't be the last! Fast service, great drinks list and oh the food. Visited with 3 friends & we all scoffed our meals...."
Nitty
"Fabulous combination of food, location, drinks and socialising. Its the kind of place you ask someone to come to when you want a nice mixture between..."
Foodies.and.Coe
"Best to try the lobster roll! Its a great place to hang out after work especially if you want that "just 1 drink" after a long day at work. It's..."
April
"This place is popular that completing a review is almost a redundant exercise. The location, the food, the drinks, all work harmoniously together to..."
Descartesmuse
"Simple idea 💡 great view and fantastic drinks the perfect place for pre drinks if you’re tired of the Transport or meeting before the game!..."
Glenn
"Arbory is fast becoming a Melbourne institution! If I’m in the CBD for drinks on a warm evening, there’s no other place I’d rather be. The..."
Followthefoodmelbourne
"Awesome chicken burgers that I have tasted. The chicken is hot and crispy, not your typical greasy burgers! I like how the lettuce were chopped up..."
Danielle Nguyen
"been here few times, i love the location just next to flinder street station, after a drinks with friends n i can go home by train straight away..."
Tenforten
"Had the lobster roll and H O L Y M O L Y ! So well balanced and tasty. Can smash these babies for days. Lovely joint, only downside is it can be..."
Cel Hat
"There is no way I could do justice to the photos but Arbory is gorgeous! Only went there for some after work drinks on a weekday. Got the..."
Juhi- Culture And Cuisine
"Love the Arbory Bar, especially when it’s not too busy. The location is just gorgeous, perfect place to meet up with friends and colleagues. Nice..."
Mia Tua
"Came here the other night! Awesome place for some food and drinks. I ordered the lamb shank as well as the crinkle cut chips. The chips are crunchy..."
Dine And Dash
"Great for drinks and taking friends there that aren’t from Melbourne cause the Natural surroundings by the River, definitely be back for after work..."
Where Is The Chilli
"Visited the eatery as well as the afloat. The eatery have the most delicious truffle chips (I believe they use truffle oil). At the pop up..."
Livirz
"Fantastic for drinks on a lovely day. Unexpectedly long and stylish bar and eatery located between Flinders St station and the Yarra River. Good..."
Two Sheds
"Came across this place not too long ago so decided to come in for a drink, ended up having some food as well. Love the location, it’s super busy..."
Sophie
"Came to arbory afloat which was so cool! We got a nice day bed and could sit and watch the river with a glass of wine. Service was good and quick..."
Vege Eats
"Gotta say I’m a fan. Great atmosphere on the top bar. On a nice sunny Melbourne day you get the feeling you’re sitting amongst the tree branches..."
Chris Tancik
"Very cool place - if you can get a seat! Arbory gives you a beautiful view of Melbourne, and is a great place to take visitors. The drinks at Arbory..."
Oj_always_eating
"Great inner city relaxed bar vibe throughout summer! It is weather dependent however, but it's a great central spot for Friday afternoon..."
Natasha
"The perfect venue for some after work drinks and food. It's not exactly cheap but you are paying for the atmosphere and view which is amazing!..."
Mark Laughton
"After a day of shopping in the city we stop to have a drink at Arbory on the Yarra River. Fantastic sunny day lots of people and nice refreshing..."
Alessandro Love Good Food
"* Atmosphere: 4/5* Food: 4.5/5* Recommended dish: New England Lobster Roll* Service: N/AWe were seated near the waters and..."
Foodwhispers
"While visiting Melbourne for our anniversary (which happens to be on Christmas Day and usually leaves with few good choices), I happened to look up..."
Mansi Saini
"Came here for a quick drink and burger. The burgers were surprisingly delicious! They also came out really quick. We got the chicken and the fish..."
Justin
"The arbory afloat bar is the best place to hang out on a lovely sunny afternoon. The Gin and Tonics were so tasty and so big!! Could drink it all..."
AnotherAsianAbroad
"After a wonderful experience on their (summer special) floating bar and restaurant (adjacent to their actual place) @this has become one of our favs..."
Ozzy Kunnu
"When the view is so beautiful it doesn't really matter what you eat.still the food is on point. Little nibbles and the burgers and very yum. Love the..."
Ricky.katyal86
"Had a relaxed lunch here today in the ‘summer’ weather! We arrived and grabbed a table - asked for the heater to be turned on which it..."
Alison Read
"Nice vibe, reasonable price, nice food but nothing really surprising,, but the dressing on American sausage thou is amazing.. Chips on point. Overall..."
Sunz Lim
"Come for the atmosphere, stay for the double cheeseburger. These guys do a pretty good cheeseburger. All the flavours were right and the beef melts..."
Dale Zeinheiger Culpin
"Nice spot on the river, great shade from the trees and a bustling friendly vibe. Great wasting options, the lobster role, fries and lamb cutlet were..."
James
"Very cool set up! Friendly service serving nice spritz and red wine. Always busy hard to find a spot to sit even it’s that big. But it looks over..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"Not the best burger but it's on the average.Like the mushroom burger and a bit sad that they dont do the truffle cheese on the side chip... even..."
Jel_J_Chriee
"As for location, this place is amazing! Bordering flinders street station and the Yarra river it’s a long narrow bar with beautiful views of the..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Had the chicken burger and chips with a beer. It was decent, not too greasy orSalty and flavoursome. Great spot on a nice day only issue is the..."
Ebanful
"Love everything about Arbory. Love the location, great views, friendly relaxed staff and love the drinks and food. I've been here a few times for a..."
Split The Bill
"One of those places where headache inducing music is played despite the fact that no one is dancing and everyone is trying to hold a..."
Bindicarson
"Perhaps you know Arbory as the longest bar in Melbourne-  spanning the equivalent of the entire length of a platform at Flinders street station...."
Love At First Bite
"Loved the atmosphere here. Great view of southbank and the Yarra. The barman that served us was very funny and nice. The music was good and the..."
Amysyder
"Everyone comes here for the drinks, but they've got pretty decent food too! Love their fries! Can't wait to be back and try the rest of the..."
Michael Tan
"Great atmosphere, and food was tasty. The food was a bit overpriced for the quantity, though, in my opinion. Maybe this was just down to what we..."
Jade M Smith
"One of the most hyped and happening place in Melbourne CBD, especially when the Arbory Afloats is available. Located just between Flinders Street..."
Munching Pandas
"Where else would you go to when the weather is so good for outdoor. So arbory is the answer. Was there in the afternoon it was full but luckily we..."
Lianne
"Love coming here for lunch and drinks or after work snack and drinks, especially in summer. The atmosphere is casual, friendly and vibrant. Food is..."
Katie Chuang
"Very nice vibe. The King fish cevice was very good and well presented. Nice house music. If you re solo you can eat and drink at the high tables..."
chantal montanari
"Convenient location with nice atmosphere. Food was good. The carpaccio was a very generous serving. Cocktails aren't bad. A little overpriced but..."
Megan K
"Beautiful spot to stop and have lunch. Literally right next to Flinders St station. Friendly staff. Wide variety of drinks. Burgers are super..."
Lisa W
"Great place if you want to grab drinks with friends. Even better if its a sunny day. Don't expect great service, can't blame the staff either its..."
sarthak luthra
"Love this place for a quick drink! Great views of the river, so accessible and beautiful. I had the spiced cider, perfect for a cold Melbourne..."
Gayatri Ravisankar
"Food is ok but it's mainly for the view and location. Drinks are awesome. Staff are great as well they catered to all our needs.. very..."
Jacob Powell
Shakahari Vegetarian Restaurant
84/100 (1459 ratings)
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"A great place for asian-fusion vegan food. Heaps of labelled gf options which make life much easier for dietary requirements. The service is always..."
Fallon Cashell
"Had dinner here on a Sunday night without a reservation. Plenty of tables available. I really don't like the atmosphere, not cosy at all. We had the..."
I. D.
"Homely restaurant serving comfort food. The satay was delicious - definitely worth a try! Their seasonal strawberry lassi was also delicious...."
Fatcat
"Visited Shakahari and tried the laksa and the satay. Holy moly! They were good! The laksa was “to die for”, exactly as the waiter had described...."
Courtney (@rawpublic_)
"Fantastic food. It was very comforting and homely whilst also being incredibly unique. The minimalist design of the restaurant itself juxtaposed the..."
Jem Ryan
"Amazing service! Food came out fairly quick. Ordered mushroom agnolotti, eggplant with paella, and a lasagna. Mushroom agnolotti had so much flavour..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"Asian fusion. The menu says it's vegetarian, but I think it's almost vegan. The fried skewer of beancurd in Legendary Satay is tasty. As for dessert,..."
Lesley Luo
"This restaurant is such a lovely cozy place to have dinner. The food was very delicious and healthy with great presentation. We had hotpot with..."
Hân Trịnh
"Went to this place with some friends on a Saturday night.  Have to say it is some of the best veggie food I have ever had and very creative and well..."
Glenn Cogar
"checked it out with partner on vday. was a cosy place with eclectic design and decor - south east asian meets refurbished victorian. looked after by..."
Soymilkisagoodbeverage
"Absolutely enjoyed myself! We booked ahead of time just in case but there were still tables available. We ordered three mains to share as we all..."
Loz Arthur
"Finally got to try Shakahari! I had originally booked the table for 14 people but in the end I had 18 people so I was really happy that Shakahari..."
Caroline Beaney
"Shakahari is a sorted restaurant for the vegetarian s and vegans in Melbourne. I had been here for dinner with friends few weeks ago. We ordered..."
Anjali Bhat
"Shakahari never disappoints. The restaurant is set in a restored old house - with warm colours, polished floorboards and open fireplaces. The staff..."
Itsbetterthanbaditsgood
"One of the best restaurants I've ever been to! Delicious, innovative, well presented and tasty food. I loved the Avocado Magic and Legendary Satay...."
The Gluten-Free Foodie
"Comfortable restaurant away from the bustle of Lygon St. The food was surprisingly very good quality, my expectations of Vegetarian restaurants are..."
José
"Very tasty food, great service and the food comes out really fast. The laksa is a great size and delicious, not stingy on any ingredients, highly..."
Kim
"Shakahari is a great place to visit as they offer a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes that are well thought out. Their menu shows that they've..."
Vera7
"Very cozy place for a hearty vegetarian meals. The curry is great! Will surely return to try out more on the menu. Must try for all vegetarian out..."
Jericho Law
"Positives: Avocado fritters- Crisp and creamy bites of delightNonya curry- Filling- A flavoursome, tasty and creamy..."
Jennie Diep
"a great spot to have modern indian vegetarian cuisine with vegan options available as well. brought my mum and a friend who are vegetarians to dine..."
Foodie Panda
"I have been here, of course, a long standing institution for vegetarians and vegans. It is admittedly some time ago since I last visited, but the..."
Andrew T
"This restaurant serves really tasty vegetarian food. There were 4 of us and we ordered the quinoa croquettes, saffron quinoa,rice + rice and the..."
LittleM
"A fantastic meal! Couldnt recommend it more. Starter & mains were cooked perfectly. I used to think the Vegie Bar slop was good vegetarian! Now..."
David Ensor
"I came here alone as I was just moving from Sydney to Melbourne and was in need of some gluten free and vegan cuisine.I ordered the..."
Rebecca
"Had my birthday dinner here with my friends 2 weeks ago, mind you none of us are actually vegetarian but the food are just amazing and we are really..."
XiaoHui Teo
"Very healthy lol! A good place to come to if you are on a hard diet. The food was all nice enough, not very satisfying though, I was super hungry..."
Michelle Young
"Tasty vegetarian food that makes it feel as though you never need meat in a dish. Satay skewers were probably a stand out followed by their curry...."
Little.miss
"I’ve previously heard some great things about Shakahari, and with an eclectic menu and vibrant service it served as an excellent choice for a..."
Donutsam
"Very nice South-East Asian oceanian fusion food in a hidden lane way right besides the Italian eatery street. The menu is short but with great..."
Full Time Wholesomeness
"Looks smaller from the outside but quite roomy inside with simple decor and pleasant ambience. For entree I had the avocado magic which was delicious..."
Helen
"Avocado magic entree was very good if a little small, and the main courses were delicious. We ordered the satay shakahari and the lasagna, both were..."
Emma
"Melbourne is the place where you don't get food only vegetarian food easily. So for people like me who is here for a short visit, this place is a..."
Parth S Rawal
"We hadn't made a booking at Shakahari, but got a table towards the back of the restaurant easily enough when we visited on a Friday evening,..."
Andrew Turner
"Lovely vegetarian restaurant. Food is always  delicious, the receipes are well elaborated and the dishes are quite creative. I recommend the..."
Williams Alex
"ive been coming to this place for a number of years - menu never changes, but consistency of food always remains the same; tasteful and authentic!..."
Linda Nguyen
"I came here the other day with a vegetarian and a meat eater. We shared the mushroom dumplings and avocado magic for entrees. Loved both of these..."
Fainzee
"My first visit to this lovely place with high ceilings and umber/burnt orange walls. Couldn't decide what to order; so many interesting options...."
Vegogutz
"this is a good vegetarian staple, the meals are inventive and a little exotic, making it tricky to decide what to have (I am saying that's a good..."
Academic013
"We came back here after a long time between visits to catch up with our favourite vegetarians. The croquettes as always were lovely, and would..."
Rahul Barmanray
"I appreciated the warm, homely ambience of Shakahari - a very welcoming presence as you walk in. Our meals came out pretty quickly which was great. I..."
Gabby
"I came here with a group of friends a while ago and this place was packed. The menu was quite broad and the menu items looked quite creative. I..."
Khpn
"Service is nice and fast!Food: Entree-avocado tempura is nice, but not as good as reviews. I would prefer Japanese tempura . But the..."
Yolanda Wong
"I really loved this place! I ordered the Urban Spaghetti dish; it was tasty, fresh and a good portion. I also shared the cheesecake which was also..."
Teeny Reeny
"Delicious food, large servings, quite expensive. Lovely home restaurant vibe, especially when sitting near the fireplace. The setting can be a little..."
Mim D
"Pretty yummy food. I tried the avocado fried in tempura. Love the location and was treated to very friendly service too. Great experience..."
Sasha19
"Enjoyable and tasty. The Quinoa croquettes were a real standout. Would highly recommend, but beware on a hot night as there is limited..."
Michael Byrne
"As a significant other to a vegetarian, finding a truly exceptional dining experience where both herbivore and carnivore can be equally happy is a..."
Oni San
"Had dinner here with my boyfriend and the service was absolutely amazing from all the waiters. They were very polite and accommodating, even when we..."
Jackie Pipe
"Great option for vegetarians. Absolutely loved Avocado Magic.  We were hoping to try lasagna but it wasn't on their menu anymore. Enjoyed the food..."
Food Explorer
"Fantastic food. Ambience a little old school considering the contemporary menu items, but brilliant, tasty and creative upscale veg dishes...."
ShaSha
"Food was delicious, staff were friendly, decent atmosphere. I would recommend it to non vegetarians and people who cant eat gluten as well as other..."
Alicia Fox
"Great indian vegetarian dishes. Had a get-together after a successful project. Portions are reasonable, but expects it to be on the expensive side...."
Kimky
"With so many enticing dishes on offer, we decided to share an entree - a signature dish called Avocado Magic (vegan, non-dairy and gluten-free). ..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"Absolutely amazing place, would recommend to any vegetarian, people who enjoy eating vegetarian (aka me) or even people trying to start trying..."
Food1995
"Shakhahari is a legendary place to dine at. A place which is more for love for food than any fancy thing. People there are sweet and trust me..."
Jashan Kumar
"Simple and elegant dinning. Serving interesting food shakahari celebrates flavoursome combinations of food and spice. Good seating options and..."
Mondale
"I have been here a few times and have always been happy with my food. There are always so many good dishes to choose from and they seem to update the..."
Esther
"Great place to take Vegos and even your more sceptical meat eating friends. Great atmosphere and delicious food, always a hit.The staff are..."
Ali Ward
"Enjoyed dinner here tonight. Had the potato, veggie and chestnut pie . Very warming on a cold night , really delicious. Tasted Hubby's curry, also..."
Netty
"Great Place!. Always a pleasant experience! They have a courtyard too, which is nice in..."
Amulya Merit
"Shakahari seems to be doing rather well given they also have one in South Melbourne and it isn’t surprising because they’ve managed to make..."
Typical Food Blog
"Oh my. I ate one and a half desserts today. I’m so stuffed. But it was worth it. Shakahari has it all: great food, friendly service and a relaxed..."
Mochi Jungle
"Shakahari is quite an unassuming restaurant. Appearing as if it’s been converted from a Carlton house, it’s easy to miss if you’re walking..."
Francesca Hambly
"Entrees this evening was a hard decision within itself. The tables favourite of the evening would have to be the Kerabu. Here they combine a salad of..."
Em Belden
"This bowl came with braised turnip, ginkgo nuts, spicy tofu and braised seitan. It takes me back to Asia, very asian influenced. No strong sauces..."
SylviaOng
"It has a very homely feeling. To start off with we had drinks. They do have wines and beers on offer as well as non alcholic drinks such as..."
Katherine Chiu
"The space is a converted home with polished floor boards and yellow walls (infusing the relaxed and casual feeling that typifies the university..."
Melbourne Lifestyle Blog
"Shakahari is one of Melbourne's vegetarian instutitions, having been around for over 18 years. The menu definitely has a slight Asian skew to it, but..."
Ashley
"Simply Delicious!. As a masterchef judge would say " Food made with love". Had some laksa for a team get together and the experience was awesome...."
SrPr
"It's so great to have a place to eat where all but two options on the menu are vegan !! the ambience here is great, the food is divine and the..."
Zara McDermott
"Awesome quality food!. Had a really good meal at this place and the prices were very affordable. The menu offers alot of variety. Only problem was..."
Roy Boy
O'connell's
84/100 (1392 ratings)
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Gluten Free Options
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Calamari
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Serves Alcohol
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Gift Cards Available
Table Service
Parking Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
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Mid-range
"The pub has a different section for the restaurant and I love the classy decor. Service is fantastic and the food came out quick. I was a bit worried..."
Chey_ct
"Every single dish from the oysters to the salad and everything in between was amazing. Service was efficient and friendly. Wine list- good. Only..."
Kay Tee
"Had the lamb croquettes. Waited a bit long . Abt 15min? The dish was good. Beautiful.Liked the combination of lamb dill and mint and the sauce.the..."
Doris J.
"Sorry for the bad photos, I was too hungry. A beautiful ly d we cleared place. Wonderfully nice staff. We had great champagne and wine. The desert..."
Tabi Ei
"The menu has enough variety to please everyone. I had the pork belly which was divine. Service is professional without being stuffy. A great..."
Kate Havey
"Wow! Loved it, the salmon gravlax was especially melt-in-the-mouth. Quite busy, staff were under it but always lovely. Awesome, definitely..."
Pauly Corden
"We had the 1kg rib eye, I asked to have it cooked the way I like it, they smashed it out with someAmazing triple cocked chips. It was fantastic!..."
Jessica Vela Avery
"Booked in for a table of 2 over the phone on the 6/9/18, when I arrived at O'Connell's I was greeted by a gentleman called Alex McCrae, who was very..."
Alex
"Amazing service and outstanding modern take on classic food....family friendly and one of the best Sunday Roasts I've ever experienced...a must visit..."
Phil Pike
"Great menu! A bit of everything on there for everyone, from your pub classics, to more refined, sophisticated dishes. Will return again soon to try..."
Amber Cartwright
"The evening commenced on a high with a luxurious amuse bouche of egg and cauliflower veloute which was beautifully matched with the 2017 Sexton..."
Gastrology
"Popular gastro pub located towards the Port Melbourne side of South Melbourne. Warm modern upmarket fit out with a great outside area that..."
Freeo
"I absolutely love this place. The beef burger was the best burger I’ve had in years... and I’m a Melbournian! Yep it might be a ‘hotel’ aka..."
Joshua H
"I came here for a Jack’s Creek beef night and had a wonderful time. Our five-course meal featuring different cuts of beef all cooked to perfection..."
Adam Scarf
"O’Connell’s in South Melbourne is Melbourne’s oldest yet stylish gastronomic pub and has been home to some of the city’s best known chefs,..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"What a great space and an interesting menu to match. We three chose schnitzel, pork belly and the pie and we were all happy campers. The wine list..."
Check Please
"The O'Connell's Hotel is in South Melbourne and it's behind the South Melbourne Market. It took us a while to find and we did a run around it earlier..."
Katherine Chiu
"Celebrating 141 years in the industry, O’Connell’s Hotel is one of Melbourne’s dining institutions. Upon approach, this gastropub conveys a..."
The City Lane
"Yummy food with an extensive wine list and friendly un-pretentious service. They've struck the balance between pub grub and fine dining really..."
Alex McRae
"Thursday night dinner with a few colleagues. It’s a nice fine dining restaurant behind a pub. The ambience is relax and unpretentious...."
Food Junkie
"Consider this, this place is an institution and the reason it’s been here so long is because it’s consistent, consistently goodKeep up the..."
Short Black
"Food was fantastic - loved the oysters with peach granita, the gnocchi and the lemon meringue dessert. Service was really attentive and the..."
Genevieve
"Came along with family mid week , loved the ambience and styling of the restaurant . The wine list was great plenty to choose with staff very..."
Tom Brockbank
"Fantastic dining experience at this South Melbourne Institution. Its been a Fav for a long time and never dissappoints. Certainly not cheap, the Eye..."
Tony Mithen
"This upmarket pub institution will give you quick and simple pub grub in the crowded front bar while you watch the footy overhead, or out the back in..."
Gin
"Perfect service. So professional and warm. Food was great as well. This is the kind of place you bring your first date or a client you'd want to..."
Mistletoe
"Delightful cosy pub. Loved the bangers and mash for lunch as the rain poured down outside. Besides the good food and lovely atmosphere inside the..."
JC
"I had a great night out here over the weekend with 7 friends and highly recommend this restaurant for group dinners. Their service was friendly and..."
Msyc
"If you're looking for a great steak, this pub is one to try! Small selection to choose from, but they are always lovely. This pub is great for..."
Teafo
"Dined at the restaurant on a quiet Sunday evening and wasn't particularly impressed. The food was somewhat bland and uninspiring but it definitely..."
TheBearReview
"This is a fabulous pub style hotel with a warmth about it. The food,service and wine list is very good. We had a wonderful night and would definitely..."
Evelyn
"We were treated to a fine lunch with work partners over at O’Connell’s Hotel. The South Melbourne restaurant provides a surprisingly cosy setting..."
Donutsam
"I really loved O'Connell's if you're looking for a fancy pub this is the place to go. The food was delicious I ordered a steak it was very succulent...."
Mia
"Went for dinner last night for my husbands birthday. I booked a week in advance. Upon arrival we were placed right near the serving counter where the..."
Jas
"I was taken here by some work colleagues for lunch, and was pleasantly surprised. The decor inside is very nice, warm and inviting.In all..."
James Blackwell
"What an amazing meal! Loved the decor as soon as we walked in, very warm and cozy especially on a cold winter night. Food was absolutely delicious...."
David Hewitt
"Friendly neighbourhood bar with good wine and delicious food. Excellent atmosphere in the bar. Food is overpriced for what you get but it is..."
LoMac
"Love this hotel, amazing service and staff so attentive. We had oysters which were fresh and beautifully accompanied by a light sauce. I also had the..."
Stace Bianca Lenthall
"Finding anything decent to eat that doesn't involve roast chicken, Yellow Glen sparkling and no set menu on the Melbourne Cup Day is akin to Mission..."
Alexis
"Love this place never disappoints, the staff are attentive and provide a great service. The food is absolutely delicious especially the steak 👌..."
Fiona Allen
"Voucher. What more can I say? There's no other way I'd be eating at this location with an overwhelmingly masculine wealthy older man set. Puke. My..."
Iris Myandowski
"Well looked after by front of house. Great upper end pub food. Can go classic food or the sexy style, both superb. The PDR has special appeal, love..."
JB
"Oh we love O’Connell’s Hotel, a long time resident of South Melbourne you can enjoy a lovely glass of wine, some damn good food and a friendly..."
FoodieAboutTown
"Can I just say the lunch today at O'Connells was outstanding and the funny thing was my friend and I were at the same table last time and it was a..."
Lucinda Marlow
"The service is something you can always count on at this place. They do a great job of being customer focused and the food is quite good as well. My..."
Joe
"Great pub, absolutely gorgeous inside!  A little on the pricey side. The freshly baked bread to begin with was super delicious. Great selection of..."
Manni Chahal
"Great pub. Warm on a cold night. Carpets and fireplaces. Nicely formal; not over the top. Easy parking. Food adequate but not rave worthy. Good..."
George
"O’Connell’s is comfortable, homely and just right for a weekend lunch. Recently refurbished by Melbourne architects, Techne, the design is both..."
Jrj
"A night at O'Connell's for a sustainable seafood dinner is a special treat, recently landed in the kitchen is Paul Cooper and teamed with Howard Park..."
FoodieAboutTown
"You'd struggle not to approv.... O'Connells is very much your high end Pub. It is a delightful venue with superior service & food.......but it really..."
Iceman
"Pre Melbourne cup night out. The two of us for dinner just flown in from Brissy. Jumped on Urban Spoon and thought this place looked good. It was..."
Leah
"I really love this pub and it want it to be great but the food is sub standard for the price you pay. Staff are wonderful and the setting is..."
Kristie Cronin
"Fav!. Favourite restaurant in Melb. The food, service and decor are perfect. This is where family and friends go to for our meat and wine..."
Greg Foulds
"I went to O'Connell's for dinner and it had a really nice atmosphere and the staff were all very nice and helpful. All the food that I saw come out..."
Emily
"Casual Sunday Lunch. We visited for a casual Sunday lunch & we were very impressed with this great pub. Well fitted out in a stylish manner in both..."
Phil Willis
"Enjoyable evening. I can highly recommend their eye fillet steak. It was done to perfection.The chips were edible but not memorable. I think..."
Natsu
"Great food & surrounds. Just returned from second visit to this great gastro pub / restaurant and was not disappointed. Great service, good menu..."
Samanthajsykes
"Solid. Unpretentious menu. Chicken liver pate tasty and a generous serving size. Cape Grim steaks cooked perfectly. Only let down was dessert-..."
Shitake
"Classic pub with good service & good food, Cape Grim scotch fillet cooked to perfection & a wine list that's most impressive. Well worth a..."
Aidion
"Yumtastic lunch! We came here for a Pre-Christmas lunch and had entree, main and dessert. The barramundi was perfectly cooked and my beetroot quinoa..."
J
"Excellent food. Catered for my food allergies. Staff very..."
Desiree
"Birthday dinner for two.. I came with my partner tonight for my birthday. The service was amazing. The kitchen were very accommodating for my dairy..."
Kristy Core
"" LOVE IT " Great food , fa.... " LOVE IT "Great food , fantastic service and love the reno's..."
Lunchalot
"Great service, we had the 1.4kg tomahawk steak between 3 people. MUST TRY! The steak was very well cooked and came with 4 sauces. Sauces could do..."
Tom Jiang
"Simply Superb! - Great food, great service all in a relaxed atmosphere. The cured salmon and the lamb belly were..."
Marc Denovan
"Nice Charcuterie board however it did need more bread/toast. service was good. checked the QR codes very nice Sunday afternoon..."
Damon Pillinger
"Great vibes, decent food. Good to be outdoors again especially without a mask. Staff was on point, ready to assist and serve. Nice long..."
Dan Le
"We dined here for lunch today. The staff were kind enough to let us change our booking from a set menu to seats in the bar, which was very..."
Emma V
"Good food and service. Steak a bit too much gristle for a steak this price..."
Matt Waye
"Scrumptious and wholesome steak night, all cooked to perfection; Bavette and Porterhouse, just missing those hand-cut chips as advertised..."
Jeffrie Trika
"Lovely gastro pub. Dining room had an old school vibe, with attentive staff and complimentary bread. Great place to take your parents and have an..."
Rachael Angley