Seafood cuisine: the best places to taste it in Moonee Ponds

Esca Grill

90/100 (1930 ratings)

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"Great food and great service!Highly recommend..."

Tommy Younan

"Seriously flawless!!!!!!!!!!! They got our booking wrong which meant we had to wait (close to an hour) for a table so was praying the food was..."

14KD

"One of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne! From the service to the food, Esca Grill never disappoints. Words can’t do this place justice, just..."

Adriana Santoro

"4.5So disappointed that we have not bothered to dine at Esca Grill before.Everything about dining here ticks the boxes.The warm and..."

Magpie

"Great restaurant to dine in. I have been in this restaurant a few times and enjoyed the food and wine. I particularly recommend the steaks. Nice..."

Sam Melbourne

"Brilliant restaurant. Our waiter was fantastic and really made it a good experience. Our food was top class. We really enjoyed everything!!Will..."

Kiwi Living In The Big Smoke

"What a lovely dining experience. The food, wine and service were all exceptional. The food was flavoursome with classy presentation, service was..."

Mira Listar

"Dined here for dinner on a busy Saturday night with my partner. The restaurant was full (bookings are required) but despite that the service was..."

Stephanie Jade

"Our family love coming here for birthdays and special occasions. It’s fine dining in the burbs when you don’t want to head into town. Atmosphere..."

Melbourne Food Girl

"The food was amazing! Service wasn’t the greatest the waiter seemed to have been judging our every move, we started off the night knowingly we..."

Chamberof_food

"My wife and I had an amazing dinner here last night. We can highly recommend EscaGrill and will be returning soonThe service and food is of the..."

Martin

"A+++ Great steak, entree & incredible dessert! Good service as well, and impressive wine list! Will definitely be back to try! Great when you don't..."

Angelique Markos

"My favourite in Melbourne. Food is always so fresh. Staff are amazing. I only come 3 times a year or so. They always remember me and greet me like an..."

Jeremy Day

"Amazing as always. The stuffed calamari has been there for so many years and so it should. Beautiful dish. Even the kids Spaghetti Napolitana was..."

Seamus

"Esca Grill is a premium restaurant in Melbourne- Moonee Ponds area. I have had couple of corporate lunches here and goes without saying it couldn't..."

Abhra Pal

"The seafood was amazing! The serving sizes aren't big but they are full of flavor and I left very content. If you are looking for succulent seafood..."

MrMena

"DINNERAmazing food, fun atmosphere, great seating. Specialises in seafood, best seafood we have had. Was really busy and for good purpose...."

Emma

"Great place! Food was amazing, the restaurant had a great feel. Waiter was great, good fun. Each course was yummy! Dessert wasn't traditional..."

Suzanne Kehl

"came here two weeks ago on a weekend to celebrate my boyfriend's mother's birthday. we made the booking for 6 people in advance as the restaurant..."

Foodie Panda

"Went for dinner here last night and it was brilliant. Oysters were fresh, prawns melt in my mouth and homemade spaghetti was very good. All you could..."

Kennethperry82

"I came here for a family function over the weekend. We were seated in a separate room with our own private waiter and set menu which was a little..."

Melissa Kate

"I've been here many times and have honestly loved it every single time. The food is wonderful, they're always happy to accommodate dietary..."

Katherine

"Went there after s break, still very good , can get busy, nice steaks, had the t-bone wagyu and the rib-eye, the others had the fish selection and..."

Izzfizz101

"Came here for lunch several times. I just went with the group flow as I didn't have a preference. The guys that I went with really likes the food..."

Secret Taster

"Had my daughters communion here. Food and service was amazing and price was great too. Definitely recommend and will definitely return. Food is so..."

Silvana

"I've been here twice in the past two months, once as a group of four, once as a couple. Each time I have been extremely satisfied with the service,..."

Lachlan Stott

"Esca Grill is by far our most favourite restaurant. Every restaurant we go to, we find ourselves comparing to Esca! And they're never even close! We..."

Nicki Grech

"Fantastic food, efficient service. Can't complain, expensive but you pay for what you get. The cheesecake is the best I have ever had. Highly..."

Jordan McManus

"Elegant setting, attentive service, fantastic food. What more could you ask for? Walking past one evening we stepped in without a reservation and..."

MMelb

"Bloody marvelous. Great food, great wine, great service. Definitely a more pricey restaurant but you get what you pay for! Only downside is on a busy..."

Megan Lesar

"Fantastic food and excellent service. Our prawns were cooked and seasoned to perfection. The waiting staff were super friendly and very..."

Tina

"This place is amazing for a date night or special event. The seafood is fresh and immaculately presented, and I also can't fault the rib eye. Good..."

Jacqueline

"A bit pricey however the steak was impeccable, I ordered the eye fillet (the cheapest item off the menu) and was pleasantly surprised. Melt in your..."

Alex Latham

"Been here twice. Great food, great service, can't ask for more. We had black angus scotch fillet steak, it was cooked just right, great flavour, I..."

Michael Cormack

"Food - amazing! Service... eh... leaves a little to be desired. Kinda felt like being part of a production line. In saying that, there was nothing..."

Emma

"Brought the man here for a surprise date night on a saturday night. He was a impressed and a little worried he was underdressed. Was busy but we..."

Michy

"Now let me start by saying that I am not a big fan of seafood, but thought i would give it a try here. What a great idea that was the prawns for..."

St!nger

"Delicious seafood. Excellent service. ..."

Foodforthought

"One of the more expensive restaurants of the area, but great food with wonderful staff. We enjoyed a lovely three course meal and wines were also..."

Redcat

"Dropped in late last Friday with wife and kids for a late dessert and coffee, and maybe it's because I am kind of familiar, but by no means regular,..."

K2

"Absolutely loved this restaurant. Meals and service was amazing. Deserts to die for try the deconstructed cheesecake absolutely stunning. Will be..."

Catherine

"Top 5 steaks I've ever eaten and I have clocked some of the best recommended in Melbourne. Had a 60 day aged wagyu scotch, it was the softest most..."

Birdman

"Excellent food, great service and lovely atmoshere!. Thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Food was delicious and staff very attentive. Will be..."

Lgh_1

"...... Esca Grill turns out an equally exceptional main course. Once again, the generous portion size is not to be faulted, if you enjoy fine dining..."

Tickle My Tastebuds

"What can you say apart from one of the best restaurants melbourne has to offer. Value for money and service is second to..."

Larry Jones

"What a great restaurant. Great ambiance, service and the menu and wine selections are fantastic. The seafood seems to be the pick. . We had a large..."

Kruger

"Can't wait for it to open again. My husband and I eat here often and we can't get enough of this place. Exceptional food like bbq chilli prawns you..."

Anna Papaleo

"Omg - amazing food and service! The seafood pasta is to die for! Love love..."

Lizzy Keenan

"Best Patagonian toothfish in the world! Can't be beaten. While you're there have the wagyu steak. Creme brûlée is a favourite as well! Challenge..."

Sarah

"Best chowder. The best seafood chowder I've ever..."

Jim Satch

"Great Food and Service. Absolutely great food and service. Fresh, tasty and really good value. Will definitely come back here on our next trip and..."

Cami

"Lovely staff, great service, fresh..."

Craig Missell

"Girls Night dinner Great Choice. The food was cooked to perfection and it as quick despite the amount of people dining in the restaurant Loved..."

BB

"Will be back. I went to this place last night with my partner and it was simply beautiful. The lamb shoulder we had was so tender and delicious. The..."

Hippo

"We went there for groupon lunch,the service is good. Steak is in good quality and has been perfectly cooked, love the..."

Susan

"Highly recommend as a function venue!!. I had my son’s baptism at Esca Grill today and I could not be more satisfied with how it went. Dominic was..."

Gina Nola

"Steak night. Used a dining voucher purchased on groupon.com.au... $49 gave 2 of us 2 course meal and wine. atmosphere was gorgeous. staff were fab....."

Bertie Beetle

"Wonderful. I came here on date night and I was very pleased. We both had the steaks which were delicious and the service was fantastic. I'll be..."

Oz

"Esca blew us away with their quality and service. Went along for a family get together and what a surprise we had... everyone loved it. We all had..."

Rennie

"This restaurant is always consistant their seafood meat and service would have to be one of the best in..."

Adrian Mazzocchetti

"I love Esca Grill - great staff who care about serving great seafood and steaks. Not a bad wine-list..."

Daryl Chambers

"Service and food wa great. Staff look so professional. Great calamari dish really fresh fish. I waa slighty disappointed with the crispy skin..."

Michael

"I am a very fussy eater, so was I pleased when I came in here hungry! The food was beyond outstanding, this suburban restaurant rides in the same..."

Ben Johnson

"Sometimes it is worth paying extra money for chefs that cook your meal to perfection. I order the duck dish and it was cooked perfectly, the skin was..."

Robert L

"Arrive early and be prepared to drive around looking for a park, or do laps, or take a punt you’ll be lucky! The best time to arrive is circa 6:15..."

lisa nguyen

"Food was delicious. Everything was yummy. Service was exceptional! Do yourself a favour and dine..."

Joanne Stinson

"Beautiful food, clearly prepared with love and attentive but not intrusive service from friendly..."

Daniel Waldron

"One of the best meals I have had in a long time. The food was next level and the service by Nikhil was..."

Kaylee ano

"BEST FOOD ON THIS TRIP: Here on a three week trip and this was the best restaurant I visited, two-thirds of the way in to my visit. We chose seafood..."

John Verpeleti

"Consistently excellent service, a great wine selection and fantastic food. I’ve visited Escagrill many times now and it’s almost hard to believe..."

Paul E

Hunky Dory

77/100 (2108 ratings)

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"Sharing the 🌱💚 Vegan menu now available at Hunky Dory Moonee Ponds, every day, 11am - 9pm. #vegan #veganfriendly #meatfree #dairyfree..."

Drina

"The best fish and chips I've ever had!! The batter on everything is absolutely delicious and crunchy, it's not oily at all, the fish is so fresh and..."

Niki

"Amazing service here and the food comes out really quick. Really good greek salad here amazing taste and texture. Chips are also crispy. Salmon nice..."

Whalesfoodadventure

"I really like its fish and chips. the best in the area while the location is in walking distance to my office. other foods are also delicious..."

Andreas AAC

"Great fish and chips on a grand scale. The fried calamari is delicious, the grilled fish was just as good. Chips are always a highlight. Hunky Dory..."

Foodie McFoodie

"Looking for a local fish and chips with FINesse? ;) well you’ve arrived at your destination. Hunky Dory’s is Melbournes upmarket fish and chip..."

Melbourne Food Girl

"Was a very busy Friday night at Hunky Dory in Moonee Ponds. Customer service was pretty good and food was delicious!Rice was well..."

Anth Cavalli

"I’ve been here soooo many times with my family and I’m impressed with the food and service. The food is simply delicious and it is quickly made...."

Miyonikuromizu

"I love hunky dory! It’s a relaxed atmosphere, you never have to wait long, the food is fresh and the serving sizes are great. The grilled calamari..."

Erin King

"Having visited the Watergardens store and enjoying our experience and new found cravings for Fish and Chips, we decided today to visit Hunky Dory in..."

Kevin & Emily

"Best fish I’ve ever tried! Staff always friendly and it’s a nice spot to stop by and have lunch. There’s seats inside and out so you can sit in..."

Jj

"I have been to hunky dory well over 10 times and not once come across having a bad experience! I always have the same order! Chargrilled calamari! It..."

Seline’s Calories

"My go-to meal when I can’t be bothered making dinner. Takes no time for the food to come out but the fish is still cooked and seasoned..."

Mimi

"Can NEVER go wrong with hunky dory! Such fresh produce! Come here weekly and I am always happy! Grilled fish pack with brown rice and Greek..."

Brunch Enthusiast

"Food: great place to satisfy your fish and chips cravings but price range is quite high’ very happy that the tartare sauce is not one of them mini..."

TNT 😋❤️

"Always love coming to hunky dory cause I know it’ll be a fresh and healthy meal! So delicious and has such a vast menu there’s always something..."

The Official Food Hunters

"Love Hunky Dory and what they have to offer. I had a delicious meal, The latino fish with kale super salad. Chuck in a pefect potato cake and crunchy..."

Foodies.and.Coe

"Honestly the best Greek salad I’ve ever had- fresh and it has big hit of flavour that isn’t too overpowering. The seafood is well seasoned,..."

Kelly N

"My first time going Hunky Dory with my friend. She was adamant that the port Melbourne branch was better as she ordered the calamari and was a bit..."

Foodlicious

"Huge portion amount for the price paid, which is surprisingly sometimes hard to find when looking for food. The grilled selection was spot on, fish..."

Andrew Mac

"I thought Blue Marlin good but this is something else. Don’t get me wrong, I would still go to Blue Marlin with the same love. However, the grilled..."

Rice Ball

"Excellent although point taken away due to having to pay extra for sauce... boooo.We had salt n pepper calamari and spiced calamari with Greek..."

Vegemite Girl

"Pretty expensive for fish and chipsDon't come here for your normal fried fish and chips . I think the star of the show are the different grilled..."

Simply Eat

"Really good fish and chips. The grilled blue grenadier was cooked to perfection. The chips were chunky and crispy and the Greek salad was fresh. Good..."

Cindy

"new favourite place to eat after gym lots of healthy options and tasty service is always very friendly and the waits arent very long even when they..."

Jon Doe

"Decent money for value. Always go here on a nice sunny day and grab the grilled fish pack which is cooked perfectly. Use to grab the Atlantic Salmon..."

Ngynt

"I really like hunky dory! I like that they have a more lean, healthier version of the classic fish n chips. The grilled fish pack is my go-to which..."

KnowingMelbourne

"Service is fantastic here! I took awhile to decide what to order an the lady who served me was so lovely and helpful with a smile (a smile def goes a..."

J_cinta

"I am a regular to Hunky Dory and I absolutely love the grilled fish with Greek salad. I tried the burger too and that's a delight as well. I have not..."

Abhra Pal

"After seeing how popular and busy they were, we decided to come to Hunky Dory one night for dinner. There were no seats left inside (since the..."

Stelly

"Came here on a weekday night, was still busy, but found seats straight away. Fresh fish, fresh salad and fresh ingredients that you can see ! The..."

VwngF

"My favourite place for fish Their salt and pepper calamari is incredible Their chips, brown rice and Greek salad are all so amazingYou..."

YesNoMelbourne

"Keen to try something else on the menu as I've been coming here for years, opted for a beef burger and woweee it did not disappoint! This burger..."

George David Michaelides

"Dined here for the first time tonight and had the chargrilled calamari and salad. The calamari was amazing and the greek salad was fresh and crisp..."

Helenl

"A really solid fish and chips, nothing tacky too which is nice! And a genuinely nice place to sit. You pay for this luxury though, meals are..."

Charlotte Huddle

"Went here with my friend and we were super hungry. The food taste great and even better when we were going hungry. That was lunchtime and they were..."

Kristy Tran

"Busy little place but if you can get a table outside it's a nice place to dine. Meals are huge! I often get the calamari with salad and I can never..."

Abb

"I know this place / brand has had its fair share of bad publicity of late with the fishgate scandal, but I went recently and really enjoyed my meal..."

AP23

"An op-shop mission 5 stores deepIt was now time for tasty treatsHunky Dory was the placeTheir bettered spuds we'd come to..."

Potato Cake

"Great food & plenty of it. The black rice salad is one of my favorites on the menu. The salt & pepper calamari are also a delicious buy! Also bought..."

🌊Pilates🐇Nurse🤸Nutrition🥑

"Hunky dorys always delivers great food! Little pricey but had a great experience. Great outdoor area and staff and lovely. Got the grilled fish and..."

Mj

"Had the salt and pepper calamari ! Such a big plate of food, really yummy ! Came out quite quickly too ! ..."

Sharna

"Had the seafood salad, everything was cooked to perfection, especially the calamari!! Would come back and dine here again, nice and quick service..."

Noor Solaka

"Can't really understand why this place has such a low score. The fish is amazing. They sprinkle something over the top of their Grilled fish which Is..."

Corey Busuttil

"Had always heard good things about Hunky Dory so we decided to check it out. Having heard that it was a chain restaurant we did not have high..."

Fork Me

"Why does this place have such a low score?! Sure the table situation is a bit ridiculous but I do understand how busy they are. Would definitely get..."

Allthenom

"This place is always busy and I can see why. I had the grilled fish pack. The whiting was cooked perfect. The salad is fresh. Its a filling..."

IloveMelbourne

"Fish was a little soft, potato cake was great, salmon was perfect, chips a little too hard but overall it was a great lunch and great quality food...."

HeraldSun Reviews

"10/10 always! Can't go by the grilled seafood salad whether it's at Port Melbourne, South Yarra or Moonee Ponds the Hunky Dory team never lets me..."

Michelle Gentile

"Went for lunch today at Hunky Dory at Moonee Ponds! Ordered the grilled seafood salad and my partner got ' The Latino'. The servings are great..."

Vanessa Tran

"The very best fish and chips by a country mile. Cannot understand why people expect silver service in their reviews. It's a fish and chips shop..."

Hotpasta

"Live around the corner from this place and apart from my wife, this place feeds me the most. Grilled fish is amazing, I'm surprised it has bad..."

Hank Scorpio

"I don't understand how Giovanni gives this place such a bad review ?I read all of his reviews on other places and seems he just likes to give..."

Mathew

"Great to see a hunky dory in the area. This service is a little slow but the place is always packed out. The salads are fresh and full of flavour...."

Finger Lickin

"Fish is cooked exceptionally well. The Japanese grilled fish was exquisite. The Latino grilled fish was also delicious. Have also tried the calamari..."

Josephine

"Fresh fish & chips that came out quickly! Was busy at 1 on a sunny Monday afternoon but we were able to get a table immediately, and in our time..."

Jane Le

"Not sure why ive read bad reviews. Its a fish and chip shop not a 5 star restaurant....Its good quality seafood and a good menu selection. I had..."

Nick Komo

"Da best fishes in the west for your money. Don't bother with grill'd or nandos, fish is the next chicken. After eating here I don't wanna..."

Jeff

"Yay finally a Hunky Dory close to home.I have been here a few times and I can't complain. The food comes out quick and everything that I have..."

Juicy Glutes

"Visiting Hunky Dory in Moonee Ponds was absolutely fantastic. The flake was cooked to perfection, the chips were very very tasty I thought the..."

Lora Mascaro

"The flake was as good as i have had before, ditto the chips. However the calamari was very rubberish and really did not hit the spot. All in all not..."

St!nger

"Really love the food here! The quality is pretty good, and the portions are very decent for the price point! They’re always super busy, and they..."

Stelly

"Great for fresh grilled seafood. Most sets come with fries or rice and salad but I asked to swap the fries or rice with more salad, which the..."

Koakumanao

"Food is delicious. When delivered the fish and chips were cold and soggy. Hunky Dory please put the food in an aluminium foil before the cardboard..."

Natasha M

"Really friendly and welcoming service from the staff here when dining in. We had a fried and grilled pack and both were well presented and tasted..."

Mr T

"If its fresh fish you Crave then look no further as Hunky Dory Fish & Chips is the place to go to . They offer a variety of Fish and seafood served..."

Frank T

"Fish and chips are very good (I tried grilled fish). Chips are hot and crispy. Good portion of coleslaw as wel. Worth a..."

Shirley Leung

"Best fish and chips around. Plenty of choices available. Food came out hot and fresh. Not oily at all. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Great..."

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