Reviews Stokehouse

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Dills
+5
We had dinner here for the first time in years and it was absolutely sensational. Every dish that we had was excellent and tasty. The place looks super cool inside and the service was good as well. Only one small negative was that we were seated and then asked to move as someone else had requested the same table.
But overall a great experience and great night out.
6 months ago
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Maddi Sheils
+5
Wonderful food which we were easily able to share between two of us. Whilst seated we had a great view of the ocean. Staff were absolutely outstanding- so lovely and friendly. They also had some great food recommendations.
10 months ago
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Martin
+5
One of our favourite places in Melbourne. We always come here for special occasions or simply to have a drink at the bar and watch the sunset over the bay.
11 months ago
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Ozzy Kunnu
+4
A fine surprise when your partner decides to spoil you with something that you have always been fascinated to go to dine.

Stokehouse has a tastefully done interiors, and a cellar that houses wines from everywhere around the globe. The bar section is quite a stunner, and worth to stop-by before grabbing your table.

Could it be possible for a fine diner to go wrong with the dishes? Probably not but it is definitely possible to excel in serving what guests deserve, and Stokehouse came quite close to doing that.

Ordered a Baby Calamari and a Chicken Mains from their 'Celebrating 30 years to Stokehouse' Special Menu together with a Fish Mains, Roche De Bellene Pinot Noir Wine and Poached Persimmon with Mandarin Meringue.

From the small bites to main course to dessert, it was impossible to find any fault. Well balanced flavors, perfectly cooked meats and hospitality that echoed grandeur was reason enough to make the Birthday celebration even more special. Where Poached Persimmon with Mandarin clearly deserves the Dessert of the Day, Fish and Chicken Mains respectively, deserve the Dish of the Day.

Not a great place for Vegans and Vegetarians to dine but glutenfree Customers will not be disappointed. Portions were quite tiny for the price you pay but quality can be easily rated as high as possible.

Reserving a table at this fine diner, a month in advance, is recommended to save you from the disappointment at the time of walk-in.
Jun 12, 2019
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Richard
+4
We came here just a few weeks after it reopened and were not very impressed. In it's old guise it had been a favourite and we finally decided to give it another go.I am pleasedto say we were much happier this time around. The fit out was finished and the food much improved. I am still not sold on the interior. It looks a bit like a log cabin has landed in the middle of a warehouse conversion which has then been furnished in the style of the Hamptons. It would be much improved if they white washed the log cabin IMHO.The food though was really good - still a fairly small menu but really everything goes with everything and we had no problem putting together dishes we liked. The Persimmon desert and the Octopus were the stand outs. The wine list is extensive and the wines recommended to us were sublime.All in all, this was getting back to the Stokehouse we knew before the shutdown.
May 15, 2019
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5ilverr
+4
Nice view and cozy environment. The seafood dishes really stood out. Got a variety of drinks to choose from. We ordered wines, cocktails and mocktails and they were quite nice. Definitely enjoyed the vibe.
Mar 02, 2019
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Manoj
+5
Last minute booking on Monday night.. great ambience, food as always. More importantly the service was on point! Fairly priced for the quality served out. One of my fav spots in Melb!
Feb 27, 2019
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Eat Play Live Melbourne
+5
We finally visited the new Stokehouse on Valentines day for lunch.  The staff were friendly, the coffee was great and the cocktails were original and delicious.  They describe it as 'relaxed formal' which I think is a great description for a fine dining restaurant overlooking St Kilda beach.

The restaurant had set menu for Valentines but we chose to order a la carte.  The staff were really helpful with menu suggestions and we ended up shared several starters and entrees and then had the lamb and the flaxseed gnocchi for mains.  Everything was perfectly cooked, beautifully presented and tasted amazing.
We finished up with two perfect desserts and the moved to the bar for a final glass of champagne looking out over the sand and sea.

Stokehouse is on the pricey side, as you'd expect from a fine dining restaurant on the beach - however the food is fabulous and it's definitely worth considering for a special occasion.  They also have a more casual bar and a fish and chip kiosk downstairs if you're looking for great food with a more accessible price tag
Feb 17, 2019
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Srslyfoods
+5
The service is wonderful - professional and relaxed at the same time. The food is sublime, with two of us delighting in our different meal choices. And the vibe and view is wonderful. This is a great place to come for special occasions and truly lives up to its iconic status with a quality that matches the reputation. Pricey but worth it.
Feb 16, 2019
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EK Has
+5
My partner and I just had a near perfect experience at Stokehouse during what is clearly a busy time of year. Every single staff member we had an interaction with seemed friendly, knowledgeable and completely in control. We shared the fried chicken with caviar (delicious) and I had the special of the night (kingfish) which could not be faulted. My partner had the fish and chips which he thoroughly enjoyed, his only comment was that the chips weren’t quite crunchy enough. We tried six cocktails between us (4 normal, 2 dessert) and they were superb. Save your $$ and try this place for a special occasion and great experience!
Dec 24, 2018
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Svenja Grabo
+5
I cannot understand how the Stokehouse has a rating of 3.8. Just came back from a Christmas party and thought it was sensational. The tuna tartar and seared tuna entre were exceptional and I even begged for the recipe.

The beef was cooked to perfection and all dishes were served with matching wine. The staff was attentive and switched on and memorized everyone’s order and seating order when serving food.

The desserts were good even though I was more hoping for a signature dessert rather than meringue, lemon tart etc. as I thought it lacked a bit in creativity.

I cannot wait to see what else Stokehouse has to offer and you will see me again soon!
Dec 21, 2018
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Sauce
+4
I had been meaning to visit for years and only recently made the trip, After driving past once accidentally, I managed to sneak my Mazda in between all the audi and Mercedes in the front car park.I had a little wander downstairs and I spoke to a friendly dude who directed me upstairs, If I wanted to eat in the more fancy part (tips fedora) I just wanted to eat nice food. But it might look like I am in the wrong place, and so I am offered to see the menu which really just means hey check these prices see if you can afford it.
Shortly after I was seated looking out the window, in the distance I could see the giraffes before being asked the most confusing question for a poor person . Still or Sparking?Um,.... Normal, Tap?I could not resist the 2 course lunch offer, good value considering the finesse in the food and setting also adding another entree and side dish and a splash of wine which was very nice indeed. Portions are fairly small but perfection in the small details takes a lot of time in the kitchen, and it's nice to experience it from time to time.  I guess I'd come back to try more food, perhaps more so after I win the 80 Million powerball tomorrow,
Aug 08, 2018
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Olivia B
+5
Had a beautiful Mother’s Day luncheon. The atmosphere was so positive, and staff friendly and very quick with their service. The set menu offered was delicious, everyone around our table was happy with their choices! Definitely very generous with their portions. Perfect place for a special occasion.
May 13, 2018
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AllThingsFood&Wine
+5
This was one of the most amazing restaurants I have been to - the view of the beach, the ambience and surroundings are stunning and the food was divine. My favourite dish was the lamb so much flavour and cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend and will be returning!
Jan 06, 2018
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Sara Carroll
+5
Old review from Feb 17. Our first time back since reopening, great food & wine, staff were friendly & knew their menu & enthusiastically offered recommendations with meals. We were there for a friends birthday and we all enjoyed our night ( sidenote- my highlight was meeting Heston Blumenthal & thanking him for my Fat Duck experience, he seemed to also have had a great time at Stokehouse)
Jan 06, 2018
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HH24
+4.5
Light, bright beach feel to the upstairs dining room, with the best views of the beach, that is forever packed. Seafood here is absolutely outstanding throughout their entire menu. The slightly raw bug tail would have to have my least favourite dish, purely from a texture point of view. The raw tuna dishes are a must with flavour explosions. As well as the barramundi being a massive hit. Service is spot on too.
Jan 01, 2018
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FoodieGuru_770
+4.5
Brilliant meal by this fine establishment owned by master restauranter Frank Van Haandel. We started the meal with a section of raw bar delights. I had the the raw salmon, my friend the kind fish sashimi and my wife had the Tuna. All were so delicious.

We then progressed to the fish and all of us had the market fish which was baramundi which was cooked to perfection. The birthday person had the calamari. We had salads and deserts and the fish food was sensational.

A real asset to the melbourne food scene.
Dec 24, 2017
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Mitch Barker
+4.5
Had a great evening at Stokehouse last night. We had an 8:30pm booking, but arrived a little early to grab a drink. I would absolutely recommend doing this, they have a fantastic bar area and balcony. We ordered oysters with finger limes, the ceviche and Parmesan sticks with horseradish. Brilliant way to start. We got moved to our table and had a steak and fish for mains. Great staff, lovely views and delicious food.
Dec 21, 2017
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Tk
+4.5
Great dining experience and impeccable service. I had the fish of the day and it was beautifully done. The gazpacho as a starter wasn't much but the bombe dessert was amazing. Will definitely be back.
Dec 09, 2017
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Amandada_li
+4
Such a great view! Great food! Friendly waiter. Quick serve. Recommend as a nice dating or catch up place. Chess strip is delicious! Like to come back.
Nov 21, 2017
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David Food Leasing
+4
DO: The Bar upstairs. Great venue, view and drinks.

DON’T: Just come here for drinks like us, they have an extensive food menu. Must come back to try.

TIP: Upstairs closes pretty early howeve it’s quieter up there which I enjoy. However if you’re beautiful, stay downstairs at beach level - heaps of gorgeous people hahah
Nov 15, 2017
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Ted Mac Gregor
+3.5
It's hard to be angry at the stoke with the Amazing water views and sunshine.
Had a drink in the bar to start service is very very slow indeed waiting at lest 20 mins per small round not cool wasent even busy at this time .
All the waiters also seem a bit confused and unorganised.
Any how moved threw to the main room for dinner
All the food is pretty good great service in here
But it's super hot and sticky the air conditioning needs ajusting !!
Had steak and chicken and octopus and desserts
All were quite nice super expensive $63 for 200 g of steak but it's the stoke the charge what they want.
Nice wine list also
Over all it's a very good restaurant with water view prices to boot .
Also the prawn taco is really good
Nov 15, 2017
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Our Foodie Finds
+4.5
Dropped in with a reservation for lunch on a beautiful but windy Saturday afternoon. Not so busy due to the grandfinal being on which was perfect for us to have a good feed and some great service by the lovely waitress from Sweden who you wouldn't know was from there as she had as a pretty good Aussie accent on her after only having been here for 5 years. She was kind enough to even sing me a song, we'll the first line of happy birthday anyway 😂

We had ordered a few things from the menu to get food coverage. From the snacks through to dessert, we had most things covered and they were all pretty delicious. Wouldn't mind going back there again soon so that we can try some other dishes too, especially the snacks that range from $9.0 - $15.0. Couple of Hendricks G&T's also didn't go too badly and made for some nostalgic memories as we looked out at the views.

Oh and if you're wondering about parking, there's a small parking lot in front of Stokehouse which has about 5 or six spots which is free for patrons, otherwise across the road on the Luna Park side there's a larger public parking lot for about $10.0 - $12.0. So till next time, this is Our Foodie Find!
Oct 01, 2017
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Sarah Langford
+5
Beautiful view and food that compliments it. Lamb tartare was my favourite. A nice Aussie twist on food too. Good wine recommendations by our wine waiter aswell.
Sep 19, 2017
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Ilovefood13
+4.5
Packed on a Wednesday night. It was my first trip back to the Stokehouse after they reopened on the old site.

The mussels snacks came with this light, slightly spicy sauce that is full of flavour that I can eat a whole bowl of them.

The grilled octopus starter paired with pickled green tomato, spring onion dressing and romesco was cooked to perfection and oh so tasty.

The pancetta wrapped chicken main was so tender and juicy (breast meat can be real tough if not cooked right) as with the pork belly (crackling was yum) main with sweet potato, harissa.

Never thought of Jerusalem artichoke as a dessert but the brilliant combo of chocolate crisp with artichoke cream ended the night on a high.

Whilst I do miss the old Stokehouse's character and rustic feel, I highly recommend the new Stokehouse in its modern setting and exceptional food quality.
Sep 09, 2017
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Flowerbutton
+3.5
Came here without a reservation midweek.. staff were excellent. Our waitress, Sarah, was particularly good.

The wine by the glass was nice and cocktails were fine. Nothing exceptional.

The food was tasty - small portions, which is to be expected in a place like Stokehouse.. and I'm generally on board with this... however I must admit I left feeling underwhelmed.
Certainly the food was good, but for the price.. you can definitely get better at 100 other restaurants around.
You are also paying for the view, but as the beach isn't lit at night.. I could've been in a back alley off Barkly st for all I could tell.

I would probably return for a lunch, just to experience the view, but otherwise wouldn't bother.
Aug 30, 2017
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The New Fave
+4.5
The revamped Stokehouse in a word? Exceptional. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't the best food I've ever had - but when you pair quite delicious food with a warm and welcoming ambiance, elegant architecture, reasonable prices, and service fit for a queen, you are bound to have an exceptional experience.
Aug 01, 2017
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Mahendra Perera
+4.5
Came here for dinner with friends. Instead of ordering individual starters we ordered adequate for sharing and then ordered individual mains. This worked out well. Staff attentive friendly service. Can be feel a little cold when you first come in.
Jun 29, 2017
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Natalie
+5
Great architecture , delicious food and and amazing staff . Value for money and you won't go home hungry . Would recommend and will defiantly be back . Staff were very attentive. The ambiance was perfect and very warm .
Jun 15, 2017
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Kate Dougherty
+5
Exquisite long lunch at stokehouse today. Beautiful views, professional service and exceptional menu. For entree i ordered the octopus win tamarillo and romesco and for main i went with the fish of the day which was barramundi. We also shared the broccoli as a side. The octopus was expertly cooked however I felt the romesco was slightly overpowering due to the very strong capsicum flavour. I couldn't fault the fish and the broccoli was delicious. Definitely be sure to have a few cocktails at the bar next door too.
Jun 11, 2017
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Mobwife
+4
Went here for a girls catch up and it was delightful. We had all different tastes and requirements (so many bottles of wine opened as ordered different glasses) and they were handled with ease. Excellent food quality using premium produce. Looking forward to coming back and bringing my other half
Jun 05, 2017
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Foodinfocusz
+4
After the rather disastrous demise of the original Stokehouse and three years later the restaurant has re-emerged, after a total rebuild, on the same site. Taking advantage of the bay views, the new Stokehouse is now a very smart and modern 5-star green star building located on the St. Kilda foreshore.
May 27, 2017
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Lily
+4.5
I've been looking forward to Friday night drinks and dinner at the new Stokehouse and it did not disappoint! We were downstairs at Pontoon for a few drinks before the big feast upstairs... I personally recommend elsewhere (maybe the Sea baths down the road) for pre-dinner drinks.

So let's talk about the new Stokehouse! I've been to the old one a few times before it burnt down and always thought it was just 'alright'. I guess it was Somewhere to go for a decent view on a special occasion, but the new Stokehouse has really delivered! The menu is modern Australian and the wine list is superb. I had Oysters al natural to start with (it came with a vinaigrette but fresh oysters should always be enjoyed without any condiments) - I can taste how freshly shucked they were! The main was an easy choice for me - I'm a steaks girl so I chose the eye fillet on the specials board (medium rare, of course) which was cooked to perfection! The tenderness of the cut and the subtle jus just melted in my mouth! We ordered two sides to share: Dutch spuds and cous cous with yoghurt which went really well with all our mains. The girls ordered prosciutto wrapped chicken with honey figs and I got to eat a fillet (yes I'm a greedy pig) off P's plate and the chicken breast was sous vided very nicely, however I found the dish to be unimaginative, abide it's tastiness. Don't bother with the dutchies, it was underwhelming. And needed lots of S&P. We finished the night off with stokehouse's version of bomb Alaska - it was the BOMB. I am definitely not a dessert girl but boy was I pleased the girls 'forced' me into sharing dessert. Overall everything was cooked well, presented beautifully and matched with immaculate service. I think they should try to play around with some flavours a bit more. It's Australian but not so modern. Good start to a new era!
Apr 09, 2017
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Ben Lee Kong
+4.5
There are a host of reasons we love to go out to eat. In a relative sense, there are not many restaurants that create more than the experience itself. Every now and then though, something more comes out of a visit. For Catherine and I, our first date at Stokehouse continued through to marriage!

I remember our lunch far better than I normally would. It was an incredibly hot November day. So hot that I brought a backpack with a towel so I could have a swim afterwards. St Kilda was pumping, and my taxi took at least 20 minutes just to get down Fitzroy Street. Catherine looked beautiful and had gone to a heap of effort.

We started off with oysters and I had no idea it was the first time for my guest. The things you do on first dates! The restaurant had a celebratory feel the day after Stakes Day at Flemington. Every aspect was wonderful and it goes without saying that it was the best first date (and the last) I’ll ever have.

When we found it had been razed by fire there was a sudden sadness. We knew with such an iconic place, rebuilding was likely, and that is why we are here tonight, a few months after the reopening. It is modern. These days, recreating the original would probably be as difficult and expensive, as making a new statement on the beach at St Kilda. The design is stylish, making great use of the view, with enough detail inside to keep interest in both.
Mar 25, 2017
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Ayby Baby
+3.5
Bring back the original Stokehouse :(
Beautiful setting, fresh food and lovely delicate flavours. Service was at times slow.
They wouldn't allow us to cut the birthday cake we brought in.
A little harsh don't you think Stokehouse?
Apparently they have a strict rule that all cakes have to be ordered and bought from them. You're a restaurant, not a patisserie.
Won't be rushing back.
I prefer the old Stokehouse. It had more soul.
Mar 18, 2017
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Kylie Angelika
+5
My husband managed to snag a reservation here for our 1 year wedding anniversary, and I certainly had high expectations of our night. They were met, and then some! On arrival we were brought over to our amazing table looking over the water. Husband surprised me with a bottle of Bollinger that went down a treat. We decided to go crazy and order everything we wanted to order. Started with the oysters natural (with lemon) which my husband also had for dessert...they were that good! Next up was seared tuna and the ceviche dish. Both were absolutely moreish. We had the grilled calamari and marron salads for entree...oh my gosh YUM! The marron salad for me was the standout of the night. For mains we went with rump cap for husband, and I had the eye fillet. Both cooked to perfection, and the charred flavour was incredible. Matched perfectly with the wagyu fat potatoes (hello) and the broccollini. Unfortunately we were too full for dessert...hopefully next time. Do yourself a favour and make a booking - absolutely incredible!
Feb 07, 2017
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Ellyse Mal
+5
Potentially one of the best restaurants Melbourne has to offer. The food is divine and utilises only the best Australian grown produce. The wait staff are provide exceptional service and bar serves delicious drinks. The atmosphere and views are also incredible.
Jan 29, 2017
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Vmalioris
+5
Fantastic experience. Wonderful staff that are incredibly attentive. The food was absolutely delicious and showcased local produce. The bar had a variety of drinks and the views were to die for. Would definitely recommend dining there!
Jan 29, 2017
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Leigh Malioris
+5
Great service, the waitstaff are extremely attentive and accommodating. The atmosphere and views are sensational. The food is of the finest quality and local produce is celebrated.
Jan 29, 2017
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Michael Campbell
+4
The view from the lower bar Pontoon is amazing, particularly at sunset in St Kilda. My wife and I ate outside and shared both a plate of seared tuna and a whole flathead. Both were well prepared and went well with our Chenin Blanc.

It's an interesting place, full of people who want a fun evening out. It's still taking shape but it's a welcome place to enjoy beachside.
Jan 29, 2017
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James Madden
+5
THE MOST AMAZING steak. 15 year old vintage wagyu. Absolute blown away.

Service spot on, every dish a winner. Will definitely be back.
Jan 21, 2017
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Adam Garvey
+4
The bar downstairs is amazing great aspect, with a DJ area, and casual food. The place to be again on a hot day and night. Upstairs I thought was really cool and a huge improvement over the old 'tired' building that burnt done. In summary the venue is vastly improved. I always thought the food at Stokehouse was a little over-rated, the food in the upstairs restaurant is very good, the Oysters super fresh, the sword fish was nice although it is not hard to cook a nice piece if sword fish with a cucumber salad. The steak was a rump cap  and wow it was spectacular, tender full of flavour and beautifully cooked. There are some interesting entrees and the usual sides. the view from upstairs is not really present once it gets dark due to the heavy windows however during the day is is amazing. I will be returning and you always the who's who's and the usual eccentrics will be there as well. Dress code upstairs is not as strict as it used to be in the old building.
Jan 17, 2017
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Felicity StKW
+5
I thought the Stokehouse was fabulous. Wonderful room. Great outlook to the beach. Good bar area.

Friendly, efficient and helpful waiters. The knowledgeable Sommelier helped us explore some delightful French wines from an extensive and interesting wine list – range of prices available.

The food was great from start to finish. Tasty tacos, succulent fresh oysters, wonderful marron salad and the Bombe was a show stopper. And the curds and creams and sauces beautiful quiet achievers. Ooohs and aahhhs abounded.

They haven’t quite finished the place .. but that didn’t detract from our enjoyment.

Can get a bit noisy at the height of lunch / dinner – as you would expect from a restaurant full of people having fun.

Yes, it is expensive. But no more than any other restaurant of similar quality and ambience – in fact, I thought it was great value.

Luckily it’s my local. I’ll be back.
Jan 12, 2017
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Li-La
+4.5
We couldn't wait to try the new Stokehouse as we enjoyed the old one and obviously love the location and view. After reading some of the reviews, we were prepared to be disappointed, but what a pleasant surprise!! I am honestly struggling to understand the harshness of some of the previous reviews. It may be because people are comparing it too much to the old one...man is a creature of habit after all! It is very different to what it was and therefore the ex-regulars may need time to adapt. The new Stokehouse will without a doubt build itself a whole new kind of clientele.

The first point I want to make is that the architect has done an amazing job if you are into contemporary architecture which, in my opinion, works really well by the ocean. In relation to a couple of previous reviews, I completely disagree with comments that the building hasn't made the most of its location and view. In fact it is quite the opposite! There are massive windows and the ocean and beach can be seen from every table in the restaurant! (See a few photos I took that honestly don't even do the place enough justice). The ingenious "pillars" that are all around the building actually open and close acting like outdoor shutters and playing around with the beautiful view (see photos). In the restaurant, some were down, others up, giving the view more perspective and dimension and the decor a very contemporary feel. I personally thought this play with perspective made the ocean look more majestic! I do however agree that it is a shame that there is no longer a balcony/terrace upstairs. They have however created an (unfinished) bar area (see photos) with seating facing the massive windows that open so wide that it almost feels like a balcony. The overall decor is very contemporary and pure, although the lighting and wooden floors add a lot of warmth. I personally love it.

The service was amazing - our waitress (Lola) was super friendly, attentive, and efficient, and always made sure we were happy. She even paid special attention to our kids, which isn't always the case in the types of places. A couple of other waiters took care of us too and all were lovely. The drinks and food came out fast and we were really well looked after.

The food was delicious. Sure, it's expensive (similar prices to donovans next door), but when you come to a restaurant with this kind of decor/view, service, and high quality food, what do you expect? There were also options for the kids which came from downstairs and were reasonably priced. Kids had fish & chips and steak & chips and both loved their food - I tried their chips and they were really nice & crispy. Mum & I had a basil cocktail to start and we both loved it. I then had the market fish (barramundi) and it was cooked to perfection with a crispy skin and really tasty & sophisticated. I had a tomato salad on the side and shared the "couscous" side with my mum too and both were incredibly tasty and fresh. I highly recommend the couscous side order. Mum & I then shared the cheesecake which was beautiful - fresh, original, with a light texture.

After lunch, we had a look around and a wonder downstairs to see the more casual cafe/bar (see photos) - great atmosphere and funky outdoor seating - will try the food there soon. They also have a cute fish & chips kiosk on the side. Many options in the one establishment!

Overall, we had a great experience at the new Stokehouse and will definitely be back upstairs on special occasions and downstairs whenever we feel like hanging out by the beach! Will be back soon to properly experience the downstairs cafe/bar. The new Stokehouse definitely has a younger, more modern feel compared to the old one which I think is a good thing even though I also liked the old one. Donovans next door has a more traditional, classic feel if that's what you are after and I love both places - it just depends on what you are after!

See you again soon Stokehouse! Good job and all the best!

UPDATE: Went back for dinner with my husband and we both absolutely loved it. Delicious food and lovely service.
Jan 11, 2017
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JDP79
+3.5
Had to try the new stokehouse out as Melbourne has been waiting for years to see what we will be served at this iconic establishment. We dined with a party of 7 and decided to get most of the starters. The highlights were the crudo and the prawn taco. You simply must go for the taco!! Tatare was stunning. Had the fish of the day for main but it was unfortunately just a little over cooked. The staff were as attentive as I remembered and were great to deal with. The decor was still unfinished but I suppose they desperately needed to get open for the summer. Disappointed that the iconic balcony is no longer there. It's hard to not think of the 'old' stokey but it's time to make new memories! Get there!
Jan 06, 2017
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Ben Maudlin
+5
Rarely give 5 stars but I can’t really fault the meal. Setting is stunning and decor is simple, tasteful and perfect. Everything was considered and thoughtful. Wine list is lovely, some excellent affordable options (Pooley). Seafood was perfect and everything put together very well. The meal was staged well with everything following on well and building on the last dish. Our server was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and attentive without being intrusive. Very expensive, but worth every penny, $250pp all up with tip.
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theunionjack
+5
Had late lunch/early dinner for special occasion. Would definitely recommend if you haven't been before. Note. There are two restaurants in the building...the Stokehouse is on the top level so don't get confused. Great service, fantastic view & great food. Forgot to take a pic of the main course (steak & potatoes). 😪
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+5
Beautiful location, very friendly staff and delicious food. Seafood platter was really fresh, we especially couldn't get enough of the browned butter. The duck was cooked to perfection with lovely crispy skin. Will be excited to go back soon.
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Hanh Nguyen
+5
We celebrated a bday here and we loved every moment here. From the entrance, the design, the table’s stunning view looking at the beaches, nice candle arrangement on our dessert. We couldn’t thank the staff enough. Definitely coming back.
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Richard Catchlove
+5
Melbourne has endured an awful 2 years under Covid restrictions. Yesterday was a day that proved how wonderful Melbourne can be with dining. We went to Stokehouse and our expectations were more than exceeded. The Menu: such finery and selections that leave a lasting impression The Table: just what you need but rarely get. Room The Service: exquisite, no pretentiousness or patronising. Just Perfect The Ambience: the venue has been worked so the acoustics are perfect with a full venue too. The view is just an added advantage. I was blown away. Thank you Stokehouse.
5
Annie B
+5
The view from Stokehouse is diiivine - on a sunny day this is one of my top picks for lunch in Melbourne. We had such an enjoyable visit, the service was top notch and the food we ordered was light, fresh and delicious. The snacks were probably my favourite on the menu, especially the spanner crab doughnut and the tuna belly nite which were both 💥 The special John Dory was also mouth watering. It was a weekend lunch and the place was pumping and the vibe was perfect. Stop by the bar for a drink on your way to lunch or enjoy a dessert drink there after perhaps! Will definitely come back before summer end!
5
Faa Papon
+5
🌊 relaxed fine dining st kilda 🦀 crab vol-au-vent 🦆 roast duck special 🦐 premium seafood platter 🐟 pan seared cod 🐠 hapuka fillet 🎃 heirloom pumpkin 🏠: @stokehouserestaurants 📍: St Kilda 📝: Relaxed fine dining with a view at Stokehouse St Kilda. Amazing unparalleled interior and view, perfect for any special occasion. Looking forward to be back again for their lunch service for a full experience of the stunning ocean view. ❤️: Impressed with the seafood and attentive service here. For small bites, I’d recommend the 🦀🥧 Spanner crab vol-au-vent, a delicious bite of flakey pastry topped with crab meat. Known for their renowned seafood, I got the Australian premium seafood platter that came with fresh 🐚 scallops, 🐟 cod belly, 🦐 prawns and more. The fish mains were insanely delicious, specifically the Pan seared Aquna Murray Cod and special fish of the day—Hapuka.
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