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The Botanical

70/100 (2016 ratings)

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"The seafood platter for 2 people was the best I've ever had. I often buy my own seafood from Melbourne's wonderful markets, but they don't have..."

Bruce Parnell

"Went for some wine and a graze on a Sunday. Got a good table in the front downstairs section open to the outdoors without too much of a wait. Coffee..."

SYDude

"Food is good and the pizza is amazing! Near the botanic garden and the seats outside looks very good. Definitely will go for the pizza or other..."

Lisa336555

"Now I know what all the fuss is about. What a beautiful venue! It is very spacious, beautiful and inviting. Only downside was that the food..."

Caroline Beaney

"Amie was our waitress and she was amazing. We had the best time ever because of Amie! Amazing food also. Loved it so much! Thanks to Amie I will..."

Bella

"Excellent!!. and the food was great, staff were very professional and friendly, not many times we drive all the way to the city but we will..."

Romen.peiris

"Always great for a coffee, or for a drink at the bar in front of the fireplace throughout winter! Start your weekend right with a morning run..."

Natasha

"Stopped by for a midday catch up with a friend. Nice outdoor seating area for a warm summer coffee. Good coffee and really cute mis-matched cup and..."

Don'tMessWithMyFood

"Another Christmas lunch with clients. We arrived and when I asked for the table under my name was only told it was inside. Lucky the others were..."

Lisa Gresens

"Had the burger and vego risotto. Underwhelming but edible. Definitely not worth the price. Coffee was good and service started off “South Yarra”..."

Red Bean

"I had a pleasant meal with my friend at this place a few years back and decided to revisit.As the menu changes all the time, it’s hard to..."

Laura Kaziavin

"Despite all the infrastructure works going on in the vicinity, the Royal Botanic Gardens is still a beautiful place to stroll through or jog around...."

A Chronicle Of Gastronomy

"The Botanical. A nice setting for a sunny late morning coupled with some delicious breakfast and quality service made for a very delightful..."

Constantine Arvanitis

"Nice Lunch on a beautiful day. The place as an amazing outdoor area opposite The Botanical Garden. The food is nice, the service pleasant and..."

Ananda Purnam

"I love coming to the Bot. You get a little South Yarra snobbery from the staff but the courtyard is idyllic in the warmer months. I don't often eat..."

Good Food Good Mood

"Been coming here for 3 years. Initial encounter was with the older male waiter at the front doors. I asked if the Botanical could provide..."

Paradise

"Botanical is the kind of place that is nice to stop by after a long walk for drinks. Especially as the sun sets on the park and botanical gardens...."

Luc Wolthers

"Ventured here on Saturday for a function. The food was sensational but the private dining room would have to be one of the nicest I've ever seen, the..."

Blakeseats

"The food here is not fantastic but the interior bar setting substitutes this loss. I keep coming back here for drinks! Not sure if it's because of..."

T

"Fantastic wine list! Overall meal wasn't too bad but the Steak had sinew that was difficult to chew. Service was average, venue is beautiful and had..."

EAM

"delicious food with very pretty plating. wait staff are very friendly with outstanding service. top notch place for quality food in a nice..."

Tony

"popped in for lunch this afternoon, wait staff were extremely friendly and the service was great. food tasted delicious and the presentation was 👌..."

Annabelle Woo

"The Botanical is a flexible, comfortable and chic space which seemingly caters for the entire spectrum of dining, from the bar in the rear, bottle..."

Gastrology

"The venue is pretty beautiful and the food is fairly average but the service leaves a lot to be desired for a fine dining restaurant. Not sure that..."

Steve Levon

"Great food and service. Weekly specials menu has the best value. Steak night my favourite. Nice atmosphere for Friday night drinks after work...."

Hungry-Caterpillar

"Went here today for a brunch in their bistro area which also has a different menu. Charming staff , quick service. Contemporary fit out however the..."

Mommyinmelbourne

"Came here to check out their steak night - a fabulous deal with steak, salad, fries and mustards and a glass of wine for $25. Service was super..."

Kate O'Connor

"Better than a number of recent reviews would suggest. Service a bit aloof but reasonably prompt - although we did keep after the staff. Gnocci and..."

Jimbo

"So after having a lovely walk around the Tan with your little pup, fancy a bite to eat? Well, one look around and it’s clear that there are many..."

Milly S

"Had dinner at the Botanical for the first time on a busy Friday night. Such a diverse venue; offering a bar, court yard, casual bistro and a fine..."

Kate Dougherty

"I celebrated my birthday at the 'Chef's Table' at The Botanical this weekend and the experience exceeded my expectations. Every staff member from the..."

Joliem

"Just wanted to say a massive THANKYOU to all the chefs and front of house staff at the Botanical restaurant for making my 30th birthday celebration..."

Troy

"Lovely picturesque location to share an afternoon with a delicious generous serving of food entree and main only, too full for dessert. The cocktail..."

Krishna Brannigan

"Amy Foyster 02.2015 Cafes , Coffee , Food 3 Comments Mr Brightside is a homely surburban café with a twist. Tait Crespin and his business partner..."

Trading Plates

"...comprised of a cold chocolate mousse with a liquid chocolate centre, yuzu cream, coffee spheres, chocolate sorbet and caramelised white chocolate...."

Table To Paper

"This was easily the most amazing work dinner I’ve ever been to. Places like Cutler & Co and The Point had better food, but they didn’t have..."

Ben Lee Kong

"The Botanical is on my weekend running route and have been wanted to try it out for a few weeks now as it’s always packed when I run by in the..."

Stuck In Transit

"The snails from the Botanical came swimming in a serrano and tomato sauce. With the sauce rich and hearty and mopped up by the fluffy pastry, it was..."

The Food Society

"I would definitely recommend you all head over to The Botanical and try out their food! They also have a very extensive wine menu for all you wine..."

Sarah Moral

"Absolutely hard to fault. This place is perfect for any celebratory occasion. The decor of the bar, restaurant and cellar are incredible. As you walk..."

Abhinav Bidani

"The meal was simply delicious!! Great service, incredible bread and delightful atmosphere! You have to try the Lamb Neck - seriously..."

Jenny Boymal

"Went to this venue as a guest for an engagement party in the back room. The food was absolutely amazing. The service was phenomenal. Nice intimate..."

Ivan Rangelov

"We had a great evening at the Botanical. We started with cocktails in the bar expertly prepared by experienced staff. Delicious they were! Then we..."

William

Villa Romana Carlton

70/100 (686 ratings)

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Crab

"We had a beef and reef for a Saturday lunch along with a great seafood special of a huge platter for $60. The food and service was great and even the..."

Bob Sharon

"Celebrate our friend birthday, coudnt be more happy with the food and serviceWell done, thank you for your hospitality very much appreciated..."

Juan Jose Guerra

"compliments to the chefs for the amazing seafood! And Thank you to all the attentive staff! On point villa! Keep up the good work..."

Joe

"Will come back for:+ Focaccia+ Prawn linguine+ Chicken RisottoThis place was pumping on a Saturday evening service and for..."

The Casual Diner

"Villa Romana is a fun and easy place to eat on Lygon Street. Staff are friendly and they make a fuss when you have a special occassion. Large..."

Jack B

"Very good service, staff are friendly and the boss looks after you. Pasta was excellent especially the clam one which actually IS what the name says..."

Mandy

"the best on Lygon street you can't find a better pasta or pizza around management are great very nice atmosphere do your self..."

Tevik Alam

"Strolling down Lygon St and the first thing you will notice are all of those annoying Greeters enticing you to enter their restaurant by offering a..."

Marc Hardy

"Interesting. Got dragged in by guy out the front with promises of free garlic bread and virgins in heaven (we did get free garlic bread), the food..."

MrCreosote

"avec mon amie nous avons mangé des spaghettis alla scoglio, une pure merveille, le service était parfait et rapide, la serveuse s'est même..."

Gianni Moisson

"I found myself dining here for a friends birthday dinner as this is her favourite restaurant on Lygon. While I enjoyed my meal I didn't see how this..."

Good Food Good Mood

"My favorite Lygon Street restaurant. European vibe, excellent friendly service and a menu, even though it has changed somewhat, that keeps me going..."

EL

"Had lunch in this nice Italian and have to say that the street (Lygon street) where it's located has pretty serious competition.. but they definitely..."

Finn & Filo Downunder

"Ordered one of their pizzas and honestly one of the best pizzas I have had. I don't know if it was because I was super hungry but got one to share..."

Linda

"First time on Lygon street since we has kids and to be honest I was nervous as no kids menu on the website. We were seated out the back so was..."

J Mac

"Now we’ve moved to Brunswick expect less reviews for Northcote and more for this side of town.Lygon Street (the Carlton end – not the..."

Beau James

"Staff were very polite and fast, food was delicious and perfectly timed! Would 100% recommended coming here! Quite cheap for such high quality..."

Steven & Jess

"It's the only place I will eat in this part of Lygon St. I have my favourites but everything is good. Perfect Italian, simple ingredients cook to..."

Skeblu81

"Went for dinner here last night and we enjoyed it. There was a good wine list to choose from, with some wines I haven't seen elsewhere. We ordered..."

Nick

"Friendly staff. Best gnocchi I have ever eaten! (Sundried tomato, spinach with fontina cheese and parmesan. SO good.)I went back..."

AMBI

"Staff is really courteous and sweet . Like every other place they didn't have much option in vegetarian but whatever we ordered it wasn't..."

Anupama Singh

"Came here for Sunday lunch. Staff were lovely and attentive. We all enjoyed our meals however one thing that I found odd was that when offered..."

Theknifeandforktalk

"Better than we expected , the seafood platter was good but a bit overpriced . Service was good and I will admit meals were slow to come but we would..."

Nick The Greek

"One of our favourite restaurants in Lygon Street. Very pleasant atmosphere eating on the verandah watching the world go by and yet the noise and..."

GlutenFreeGirl

"Nice dine in restaurant. We enjoyed the food and service. Extremely friendly staff and they need special recognition. Lamb shanks was my personal..."

Bgv

"I first visited Villa Romana after the reading a blog called Spaghetti Blogenese, that rated VR's spag bol as being #3 in Melbourne. I believe it is..."

Noni McCallum

"I like this little authentic Italian place on Lygon street. The old man who is the owner was extremely friendly (it helped he threw in a bottle of..."

St!nger

"Amazing. One of my favourite places on Lygon street. A beautiful place with the loveliest staff and incredible food! They clearly take pride in the..."

Jenna Jay_Food

"Joined a collegue here for lunch...both being in the hospitality industry we were happy with service and food. Not a standout but above average on a..."

Kevin

"Amazing food and service thank you see you soon when in..."

Mr Foodie

"Perfect Italian food in the heart of city. Tried garlic prawns loved the sauce Gnoichi is out of world with nice can't sauce Perfect..."

Sachin Kohli

"Amazing Service & Food !. We came here last night for dinner unintentionally and OH MY we were blown away by a charismatic gentlemen who greeted us..."

Dreammaker

"7/10. Food was great, fast service, decent pricing, massive servings. Be prepared to loosen your..."

Facebook User

"Absolutely loved it!! I had the villa romana pizza and my boyfriend had the seafood trigani and both were great! Will definitely be back ... And..."

Thebigfoodie

"The best spaghetti marinara in melbourne always go here just for the marinara I love it massive portion an not just crappy old seafood it's amazing..."

Fred

"Likes It. Doesn't matter how often i come here and with a small or large group of people and no matter how busy they are, i always get good service..."

Chantelle

"Local hangout. I like seating outside and no matter how many times I have been there, my favourite is the Spaghetti Marinara. Yummm!! Quick, easy and..."

Ally

"Been coming to Villa for a while now! I always have the fish of the day!!! Never disappoints! Had the salmon yesterday and it was absolutely..."

CT

"Very busy place n the menu is so exciting.. Really enjoyed the eggplant chips which was generous amount too.. The manager was very friendly n..."

Suman

"Good food, good wine, good service and appropriate prices! Thanks!..."

Ieatfood

"Been here a couple of times now since they have changed owners...the food is good but have noticed if you go on the weekdays compared to the weekends..."

Giuls

"If you have not tried the eggplant chips you have not lived. Wow. Between 8 of us we ordered a bit of everything and shared. We had the prawn salad..."

The Foodie Couple

"Went here Sunday night with group of friends. Seated outside. Food was ok some of the menu items were pricey. If u stick to the pasta/pizza..."

Mz_Kitty

"I've visited several times and always found the food to be unquestionable and service to be top notch. It is on the pricey side, but you do get for..."

Anthony

"EXCELLENT & FANTASTIC RESTAURANT. Been going to this restaurant for almost ten (10) years now and we never had a single problem at all. Food is..."

RE Trac

"As a big fan of Italian cuisine I have been to villa romana in Carlton several times and I can tell is one of the best places in town where you can..."

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