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Araliya St Kilda
86/100 (646 ratings)
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"We were a party of three, and ordered a number of fantastic dishes. The entrees, mains and deserts were delicious, full of amazing flavours that went..."
Cas Le Nevez
"One of the finest restaurants in Melbourne. Every dish we ordered was excellent, from the incredible fish cakes (with real fish inside), to the..."
Michael Barnett
"Absolutely one of the best places we have eaten! Food and atmosphere was awesome and the service we received from Ash was outstanding. Will..."
Narelle Oates
"100% delicious Sri Lankan food with outstanding friendly service. Feed me menu was amazing. Can’t wait to come..."
Susan Rhodes
"Thank you for taking such a good care of our invitees. The service, hospitality and the food were all outstanding!. Thank you so much for all you did..."
Eureka Priyadarshani
"Exceptionally tasty food made with authentic spices, pure passion and love!! A special thank you for making the best prawn curry I've ever had! We're..."
Pallavee Joshi
"Awesome food and excellent service I highly recommend Sri Lankan foods Araliya in..."
Asela Seram
"Araliya, St Kilda is a must go, must do for an amazing dining experience. The service is fantastic, the food is exceptional! Thankyou all very much,..."
Gwenda M SMith
"I recently celebrated my birthday here and words will just not do justice to the wonderful night my friends and I had at Araliya. Everything from the..."
Madeleine Harvey
"The best of the best. Wonderful food, exceptional service and unbelievable staff! Love everything about the..."
Thilini Punzi
"Could not fault the service and food! Waitress knew her drink and great recommendation of food! The whole party loved the place. Can't wait to go..."
Sandi Dolezal Robertson
"Amazing food, drinks and service. Would highly..."
Hannah Lawrence
"Amazing food. The flavours were out of this world. Definitely going to be a regular. Staff were so friendly and welcoming. Cannot wait to go..."
Donna McGindle
"This has been consistently great over the years. If I want authentic Sri Lankan food this is where I go. The cashew nut curry with beans..."
Ravin
"Awesome food accompanied by awesome service!!!!!! Love the place! The saffron prawns was full of exciting flavours, the lamb curry was a hit with the..."
Melissa Fabu Lous
"Chosen this resto as part of the fork festival and it was really good choice. Foods are amazing excepr dessert parts. We ordered pork belly, chicken..."
Yulz
"Got 50% discount deal so we gave this place a go. We had egg hopper, black pork curry, barrmundi and okra with tamarine sauce. Everything was pretty..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"Incredible authentic food that got the stamp of approval from my Sri Lankan father. Must try the crab betel leaf. Will definitely go back for..."
Tasha
"Amazing new sri Lankan restaurant nestled in the quiet side of St Kilda. Delicious mix of street food and more authentic dishes. What I loved was..."
The Hungry Vegan
"Friendly staff. Explained what’s on the menu and the other dishes not listed. Authentic Sri Lankan food. If you’re not familiar ask. Beware it is..."
Mahendra Perera
"Beautiful modern Sri Lankan restaurant opposite the park in St Kilda! They gave a great selection of good wines but not many beers, have some..."
DC
"Ahh the glorious Entertainment guide has once again led me to a delicious meal.Expectations were low due to rating and the quiet dining..."
PedGetsFed
"Awesome food and service. Dee and Hashini were fantastic. Dee was able suggest and help us with deciding dishes which we highly appreciate...."
Srinath Jayaratne
"For people with dietary requirements, the menu is mostly gluten free! No problems with food delivery. The dinner box came with each dish in a..."
Cats Away
"Amazing food with fantastic flavours, great for something different as I am not familiar with Sri Lankan cuisine.  The decor and bar set out looks..."
Jayne McCubbin
"Finally checked out Araliya on Friday. Really friendly staff and a lovely restaurant layout. We had the pork belly and papaya salad, saffron rice,..."
Heidi
"Delicious, clean and authentic Sri Lankan food. The service is lovely, very friendly and chatty. I have eaten in and had delivery and both were great..."
Jessica Smith
"The settings are perfect, the food very tasty and well executed. My friend and I had a lovely time in there. Very pleased. Good food, huge selection,..."
Aleks Miklovich
"Amazing food, beautiful restaurant, polite staff, efficient and prompt service. Food was really hot and spicy, beautiful combinations with different..."
Michael
"Ate here on a week night - it was quiet but had lovely ambience still. The waitress was helpful with wine selection and the Margaret river cab..."
Flowerbutton
"Very tasty food and great service. Our waitress was very knowledgable of the food and offered good suggestions. We had various dishes to share all of..."
Christina Kay
"Mouthwatering Sri Lankan food. Great selection of food and drinks. Very attentive and friendly staff. The food was well presented and it tasted good...."
S K
"This is worth a visit. Several times. 6 boys. 6 dishes. Happy. Strangely quiet on a lovely spring day. A delightful and tolerant..."
Mike B
"The food was fabulous! Chilli Calamari with the bean sauce had the perfect amount of heat and spice to it- perfectly cooked too! Goat..."
Michelle Kulik
"Replica like-for-like Sri Lankan food this is not. Delicious Sri Lankan flavours, techniques, and textures it is in spades.I came here as a..."
Themkc
"Pro:Contemporary Sri Lankan foodFlavoursome and deliciousAttentive servicePrompt serving of..."
SaRad
"I've had dinner here a few times and thoroughly enjoyed it. Food is excellent and service is superb. I will definitely come..."
Christina Platz
"We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner last night at Araliya. We started with scallops in a hopper - the flavours were lovely and it was the lightest most..."
Ambra
"The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the chicken biriyani, beans and lentils with baby spinach. Individually these dishes were great, but..."
Vidhya Vinu
"Firstly: Get the dinner box takeaway! So good!I've been here for sit down dinner recently and can say it was just terrific, innovative food..."
Chownow
"After a rocky start in their new St Kilda location, Araliya have found their feet. Their food has always been unique and delicious, as have their..."
Jacky Bailey
"This has fast become one of my favourite restaurants with quite a few visits and hitting the excellent standard each and every time. After..."
Madeleine Harvey
"In St Kilda’s revitalised Fitzroy Street is Araliya, a restaurant specialising in cuisine maybe best described as Sri Lankan fusion, and The City..."
The City Lane
"After cultivating 30 years of experience at the helm of Araliya Hawthorn, Sri Lankan chef Sam Wedande has now moved the institution to the beachy..."
The Food Society
"A Hawthorn stalwart for 30 years, Araliya was sadly forced to relocate due to redevelopment of its old home. Head chef Sam Wedande is trained in..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"After celebrating 30 years as Head Chef of Araliya Hawthorn, Sam Wedande has taken his chef hat to a new home in St Kilda. A passionate chef who..."
Gastrology
"Posted by Chasing a Plate in St Kilda on 06/08/2015. Chasing a Plate dined as..."
Chasing A Plate
"St Kilda welcomes head chef, Sam Wedande, an acclaimed chef who has 30 years of experience working at his previous restaurant at Araliya Hawthorn...."
Evelovelle
"Beautiful flavours, nice presentation and very good service. I loved the small vegetable dishes and the fish. Would highly..."
Claui
"Really good. Great food and very attentive service. Shame it's in such a big space it's hard to fill and can look empty. Go there and support them! I..."
Feeding_frenzy
"Incredible Flavours!. Had an EXTREMELY enjoyable meal here on the weekend. Service struggled a little but they are very accommodating. The food..."
Anon
"Great food and flavours! Attentive service and delish cocktails!! Chilli and grapefruit margarita!!!!Will definitely be..."
Blazenka Kovacevic
"Delish food! Can't believe it isn't busier - must try..."
Aoife Kealy
"Great service. Food took my taste buds on a trip. The Jaggery beef was..."
Ozzie
"Great spicy addition to Fitzroy st St Kilda. A new taste sensation with really different dishes. Worth a couple of visits at least to try different..."
Malc
"Delicious and Great Value Take Away. Had take away from Araliya St Kilda tonight - it was delicious and great value.Ordered the Jaggery Beef,..."
Bridie
"Beautiful addition to St Kilda. Visited this restaurant on recommendation from Hawthorn friends. Yes, absolute delight! The food is very very..."
Mahesha_lg
Donovans
86/100 (1987 ratings)
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Full Bar
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
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"Went here with my family. We all got a slab of meat and the quality was top. We also loved the bread so we asked for more and more. There were a few..."
Sej
"It has been a long time since I last visited Donovan's, however the experience did not disappoint me! The seafood for what this place was famous for..."
Foodiee
"It’s best if you book first..."
Linh Lờ
"We dine quite often at Donovans - it is always at a high standard with service many other places can only dream of offering. Food quality is first..."
Marshall Segan
"Donovans is an iconic Melbourne institution located in St. Kilda. Modern Australian cuisine done properly. 🍽 tempura fried oysters with..."
SouthEastEater
"I’ve been wanting to try Donovan’s since the worth it steak episode and finally made a booking. We ordered oysters, chicken liver pate, and two..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"A Melbourne institution which does fine dining exceptionally well. The chicken pie, the scallops, the salmon blini and the tempura oyster are real..."
Sarah O
"Donovan’s was a rather iconic restaurant located in the St Kilda beach area, serving modern Australian cuisine. The view of the beach was amazing..."
Angel Khong
"Can’t believe I’ve not done a review for Donovan’s, the on-St-Kilda-Beach stalwart that I’ve been coming to for years!!You know I..."
Carmilla5
"Excellent setting on StKilda beach in what feels like a warm, cosy hut in winter. The service is excellent as you’d expect and the food is fresh...."
Whats On The Grill?
"Dined for dinner on Sunday night, surprise from hubby as I've always wanted to dine here. Started with appetiser of snapper & dill croquette, entree..."
I Love Food
"What can one say about a restaurant that truly puts so much effort into their food and environment.Not to mention the views from the..."
Christopher & Marian
"Amazing service. It was my mums birthday and they even brought out a small treat. Food was delicious and definitely worth the price. This place..."
Foodserra
"Perfect day. Perfect view of St Kilda beach. Perfectly friendly service. Perfectly astonishing food. 43rd marriage anniversary to a guy who’s..."
Sue Tinworth
"Excellent food and atmosphere. Service was great too. Would come back to eat and enjoy the lovely view. Nice for a dinner date if you want to take a..."
Wonderwoman
"Came here to celebrate my fiance's birthday. Got a window seat which was a bonus. The staff were welcoming, friendly and attentive. Beautiful food..."
Adrian P
"Birthday Dinner PerfectionHouse smoked salmon & scallops for entree so fresh & understated. Always good bread with butter & fava bean dip with a..."
Chefosaurus
"Love this restaurant. The location beside the beach is stunning, especially around sunset, and the interior is gorgeous, very relaxed and homey. The..."
Nalia
"a warm and inviting atmosphere with the feint smell of an open fire and lush warm timber finishes (wouldn’t be out of place on the snowfields, but..."
Srslyfoods
"I’ve been there twice and can’t wait to go back again. Ambience of this establishment - particularly on a glorious summer evening - is sublime...."
Closey Le Connoisseur
"Saw this place on Buzzfeed's worth it series and decided to give it a try. Was not disappointed and I can say the comments on the steak by Buzzfeed's..."
Jason Goh
"4.5 A nice classic beach house restaurant, serving fresh seafood and delicious easy going dish with the highest quality ingredients. The mussels are..."
Ran Jap
"Donovans is truly the authentic Melbourne taste and always the go-to option among foodies for special occasion. Best to request the seat on window..."
Lancelthebard
"Delicious food and excellent customer service! Nestled along the shore line is an casual, yet fine dining restaurant, Donovan’s. The food is..."
Hazey
"I went to this restaurant to celebrate my birthday, this is a magic place, is just on front of the beach, so the view is amazing! The staff is very..."
Diva Isabel Nebreda
"We recently had a nice lunch here. Small meals but quite nice flavour and super service. Lovely view on a nice day. Fancy bathrooms, worth a visit..."
Annika
"My husband and I just celebrated our wedding anniversary at Donovans and yes we had high expectations. We ordered two cocktails between us which took..."
Lozza MW
"Haven’t been here for years. Came by for a birthday dinner. It’s always a trustworthy crowd pleaser. Fresh seafood. Great service as usual...."
David Hewitt
"What a serene and unusually warm April day to try this St Kilda Institution. This was recommended by friends as a fine dining family friendly..."
Split The Bill
"One of our favourite dining spots, flexible menu and amazing service. Try their seafood marinara and risotto to die for. Love the warm breads and..."
Mi55Bee
"Best fish and chips I’ve had! The batter was so light and crispy, quality fish too. The in-house smoked salmon was also very good, not salty and..."
TD
"Donovans is our favourite special occasion restaurant in Melbourne for its combination of excellent food, atmosphere and service. Located on the..."
Explore.Melbourne
"Very pleasant dinning experience. All food tasted very nice, good potion size. Had the oyster, fresh and tasty.For starter, we shared the scallops..."
Sabrina Sha
"One of Melbourne’s best! Right in the water they have beautiful views and overly decking to enjoy a cocktail on a summer’s night. Make a booking..."
KnowingMelbourne
"I’ve been so excited to go to Donovans and finally went here last night for dinner on the 13/2. I booked a good 2-3 weeks earlier and asked if..."
Shaniyaprakash
"Always impeccable service, amazing food and always with a gorgeous view of the water. The butterflied prawns are a crowd fave and their eye fillet is..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"Growing up in Melbourne you walk past Donovan's on a hot day after a day at st kilda beach and wonder what's happening in this restaurant. I'm glad..."
Finger Lickin
"Came here for my partners birthday and we were both taken away by the food . I was really impressed with every dish that came out and the portions..."
Vivian
"We all know this restaurant has a great ocean view & the ambience is very comfortable. Their signature ice cream is a must order dish. The service..."
Sam
"A lovely iconic restaurant by the seaside (with an amazing view) with food that lives up to expectation. The staff are very friendly and..."
Marita Park
"Spent our anniversary night here. Had an amazing dinner with the T Bone steak and the Salmon dish. Both were cooked to perfection I was..."
Ashy Sheppard
"I had a work party here and the service was great. They were very thoughtful and also had a great laugh with us all night. Props to "Matt" being a..."
Andrew Mac
"Outstanding location with beautiful bayside views.Early week evening meal and friendly efficient service from all the staff attending to..."
Magpie
"Extremely pleased with the food here! Ordered the barramundi and it's cooked to perfection! My friend had the linguine and it's delectable yet..."
Chee Ching Low
"@Donovans I just can’t tell you how much joy I his place brings me, I want a beach house like this restaurants, it’s cosy, the decor is..."
Chronicles Of A Foodie
"Visited last week for birthday celebrations. It had been a number of years since our last visit. But these were milestone birthdays to celebrate. And..."
Peter W
"I went here for a friend's birthday dinner and had a great time! The service was great even though the place was packed, and the food was fantastic!..."
Komal Josan
"An incredible night. Wonderful food, fabulous wine recommendations and service that will take a lot of beating. Thank you Gail, Kevin and your..."
Ilona Way
"Donovans is located right by the beach and we had a lovely stroll before our meal. First impressions were the decor and coziness of the place; it was..."
Reuel
"We had dinner here last night and it was fantastic! Situated on the beach side of St Kilda, it is a very inviting place to have a meal. The service..."
Dills
"Cant beat Donovans - an institution.Great decor, great food, great location, know the owners well - great value for the overall..."
Dave B.
"Another fantastic meal, impeccable service a relaxed setting with friendly staff and a professionalism that keeps me coming back over the..."
James T.
"Awesome sunset view with great food! Enjoyed a really impressive birthday dinner there! Love the oyster! The old fashioned style chicken is..."
Jaime Eat&Fit
"Amazing beach views! A big space, good for all ages. Fun and 'beachy'. The service was friendly and the food was delicious, but not the best of the..."
Where'sTheFood
"I am not sure if there is a better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than sitting at the window seat of Donovan's! Eye fillet was awesome and the bombe..."
MG
"St Kilda stalwart Donovans boasts a refined, seafood-focused menu and a knockout view of the bay. A pretty great place to celebrate your..."
Pasta Of Melbourne
"Came here around Dec (yes, a bit behind in reviews), with a bunch of friends. Nice environment. Food was nice. By this stage, I can't remember..."
Secret Taster
"Divine dining! This is definitely one of the greatest restaurants in Melbourne. Fantastic ambience, great setting, amazing food and excellent..."
Sharyn B
"Back in Melbourne after a four year break in London called for calling into an icon and a favourite. It was lunch on Sunday and we're surprised we..."
Gana
"This is my favorite restaurant! Its casual beachside boathouse decor makes you feel like your in someone's home, to quote a fellow patron I meet in..."
LifeExplorersClub
"Had the lamb shoulder for two, was delicious! Portion sizes were appropriate and staff attentive! Location is a stunner, right along the beach, view..."
Foodlover
"My husband had dinner here the other week and we had a wonderful experience.The Venue is so warm and inviting and the acoustics were great. We..."
Leanne Cassar
"I first heard of Donovans when the Bombe Alaska challenge was featured on Masterchef many years ago. I always wanted to come to try that dessert..."
Jolene Lim
"A company dinner bought me here. It was cold outside but warm and cosy inside with fireplace, not a bad date night venue. The white decor and wooden..."
Bun's Food Diaries
"Absolutely love the food at this famous Melbourne establishment. Positioned on the waterfront, my suggestion would actually be to book a late lunch..."
Caitlin White
"I think I've mentioned this before...I am a sucker for mussels. If it's on the menu, I'm all in. The mussels at Matteos did not disappoint. It was a..."
Fusspot Foodie
"This Place is a Must GO!Now this review and visit does take me back to the Second day that i was in Australia but a review worth writing..."
Just Jamie
"Having lived in StK for almost 20 years I FINALLY had my first meal at Donovans - yes it was expensive, but it was truly amazing. The pea soup is one..."
Matt Steadman
"By the ocean, Donovan's is a really relaxing place to go and have a great meal. The food was delicious and a very good wine selection make for a..."
Gursharan Chana
"Wow the food here is amazing and the view is spectacular! The bombe Alaska was fab! We have eaten here on a number of occasions and loved it every..."
Pinch Of Bacon
"Yum yum yum. Food was awesome, customer service by every single waiter and waitress was amazing, such a cozy beautiful, homey atmosphere by the..."
Mkoala
"Perfect dining experience. The linguine and king prawns are way beyond my expectation so is the price :) the whole lunch would be more enjoyable if..."
Chris Liu
"Located on the waterfront of St Kilda, spectacular views and very friendly service. However there was a long wait on food but it was well worth it as..."
Alana
"Fine dining, beautiful fresh seafood and views of St.Kilda beach. Can't go wrong with Donovans, deserts amazing, variety and friendly helpful..."
Rosie Raiti
"One of my favourite restaurants for all the right reasons.Firstly, a restaurant needs to be a dining experience and Donavans has the whole..."
Greg Foulds
"We live nearby so we had been meaning to come here for a while now. We decided to go last night for our anniversary and I have to say, from start the..."
Sztefani
"To me, a good restaurant not only for food and ambience, but also the quality.of the service. This restaurant obviously can offer you excellent..."
Margaret
"Love the atmosphere and mouth-watering fresh foods. I went to Donovans for business lunch and it was perfect choice. The service was excellent,..."
Pia Owen
"Haven't been here since the fire but all my previous times here have been awesome. Butterflied barbecued prawns are a big favourite but you could..."
Lachlan
"Service was sooo sooo sooo good!!!!Waiting time for dishes was not long,, it was just perfect !!! Waiter changed the plate after the..."
Cheryl Tam
"I've been in Donovans with friends, we were surprised in positive. The service is very kind and not invasive, the ambient is elegant but not too much..."
Simone Vignacci
"Incredible. Was expecting this to be more of your 'destination' restaurant where you go for the fame and the location but the food is nothing..."
Amy Fogs
"When you hear fine dining, you expect stiff staff members, freezing, museum-like restaurants with tiny portions and elevator music for 'ambiance'...."
Sammy Howarth
"Wonderful evening with my friends and their baby and little boy. This higher rating is because the food was delicious but also because the service..."
Some Like It Hot
"Went here for dinner on New Years Eve, service was 5 star as was the food. Even the potatoes were spectacular, every dish was a flavour bomb. Wine..."
Tiff & Co
"I love this place. My regular restaurant in st kilda. The food is lovely and the service is always good. Perfect for your anniversary dinner. Make..."
Vivian Tr
"Great customer service. Not much space between tables, the restaurant was full and very noisy during our meal. Food was good but I was expecting..."
Chan Christine
"Was there with my soul sister on Saturday night 11th June, food was great, ambience was classy yet warm, and we have met the best waitress ever her..."
Kim Sin
"First class modern Australian cuisine leaning towards and keeping representing (Italian) melbourne food heritage; highlighting fresh seafood treated..."
E L
"Food was tasty but for the price you pay I was expecting it to be exceptional. The restaurant was cool, staff could be more welcoming, overall was..."
MBelle Greg
Mya Tiger
85/100 (320 ratings)
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"Came here for my birthday dinner, after only experiencing a soft opening and limited menu when the Espy first opened in December last..."
Sam Difference
"We were impressed by Mya Tiger which we chose for a catch up with old school friends. A lovely renovation here makes for an impressive modern space...."
Two Sheds
"Mya Tiger is a Cantonese restaurant on the middle floor of @hotelesplanadestkilda by ex-Longrain chef Sarah Chan, is by far my fav venue of 2018. May..."
Russell Keys (GeekEvangelist)
"Amazon food, amazing staff. There's a great variety of vegetarian options for my friends. The duck is amazing and juicy. Everything tonight was just..."
亨利
"What a great night at Mya tiger: great room, watched the sunset, service prompt and professional. EVERYTHING that came ot the table was delish : the..."
Albino Diner
"We went to Mya Tiger for our wedding anniversary- after a drink downstairs in the public bar of the newly renovated Espy we went upstairs to the..."
Ed Cook
"Amazing from start to finish. We booked to dine here for our anniversary and they made us feel special the moment we arrived. The meals were prepared..."
Comfy Chairs
"Nice atmosphere and decor. The sauces are flavoursome and delicate, particularly the dumpling sauce is a real standard. The snapper fish was..."
Linda
"We went to Mya Tiger last night and waited an hour for a table. This was well worth the wait, the food was phenomenal and I absolutely adored the..."
Good Food Good Mood
"As a last minute booking, my partner and myself could not have been more pleased with the experience we had at Mya Tiger. The food was exquisite and..."
Jordan Oliva
"Been here a few times now and always impressive. Clever Asian fusion food that is always great. The spicy pork chilli wontons are an absolute must..."
Sheldon Florence
"Yummy, yummy... Such a delicious meals, great customer service with authentic Chinese environment. The food arrived faster than fast food restaurants..."
Vladimir Velikov
"The food - I can't even. So delicious!! And the decor, my goodness, its incredible. You must go and experience this gem of a place above the Espy in..."
Kat Lodder
"Firstly an amazing change to the Espy - the renovations on the whole building is spectacular - Mya Tiger has a great choice of Cantonese style food -..."
Hayden Colledge
"Exquisite, authentic and divine. Thanking Isobella and Radhika for our warm welcome each time we've entered our new favourite establishment, where..."
Caroline K
"Awesome as always. The Wednesday special DUMPLINGS, superb. Great staff, perfect lunch with amazing..."
Rae
"All I can say is the food is spectacular! You must give it a try . Lovely location , good selection of wines. Staff were attentive and helpful. Only..."
Stelli
Lau's Family Kitchen
85/100 (1596 ratings)
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Chinese
Gluten Free Options
Asian
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Dinner
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Oyster
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Beef
Omelette
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Eggplant
Chili
Crab
Scallops
Duck
Shanghai
Cantonese
Hong Kong
"Fabulous service and fantastic food from this delightful st kilda restaurant. Place was full, lots of staff including the famous Gilbert Lau who..."
Srslyfoods
"Best Cantonese cuisine in Melbourne. Small place but clean. I ordered five signature dishes fron the menu and every one of them surprised one..."
Blair He
"Some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. Some notable dishes I tried were the crab omlette, lightly fried calamari, dumplings and fried rice. All..."
Lewis
"I had not been here for a long time but it is very much how i remember it. Elegant food and wonderful service. We started off with the whitebait..."
Scottyfella
"Every time my family, especially my dad, visited me, we always come back to this restaurant. Its my dad’s favourite in Melbourne! Those pictures..."
Vivi Susanti
"My experience with Lau’s Kitchen may not have been super proper. It’s one of the few Asian options in Saint Kilda. And my parents almost..."
Donutsam
"This would have to be one of the best food experiences in Australia. Coming from the Flower Drum Dad you have to expect it would be good but the food..."
Peter Hugall
"The place is always packed on the weekend. We had dined in for CNY. The food is good. Service is great and thoughtful. The food is overpriced. You..."
Yoshi69
"Been regular to this place. Authentic Cantonese food. Could order anything with confidence, can’t go wrong. Recommend barbecue pork,..."
5ilverr
"Went to Lau’s Kitchen during the week and its full! Wow did not expect a chinese restaurant to be like this. Had the oyster two ways,..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"The owner is former owner of Flower drum ( very famous in the world, Cantonese cuisine). Mr GILBERT LAU , he is a great great lovely gentleman, he..."
Candy Cheung Jackson
"10/10 for service... never had an empty beer and staff were very helpful. Food is also excellent with my highlights being the BBQ pork which was..."
Birdman
"4.5/5Fantastic Chinese’s food, some of the best!! Tasty fresh food and exceptional service from all the staff! Crispy wontons and bbq pork to..."
Denny Patron
"Food: amazing quality of food with great taste very close to what you’ll get from Asia. Huge variety of choices to choose from.Service:..."
Kravengerfoodie
"Food is fabulous. It tastes the natural flavor of the food material rather than heavy sauces. The staff are very friendly and make you feel very..."
Niconiconi
"Located in St Kilda, Lau’s Family kitchen is a great example of food and impeccable service delivered at its finest.  Lau’s Family Kitchen..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"Recommended by lots of friends, and Lau’s Fmaily Kitchen didn’t disappoint me! We went there for lunch, booked in advance. The food..."
Jianierrrrrr
"had the oyster pot, fried fish and char siu. all are verh good.service great and attentive. must book, very packed even on monday..."
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"Fresh ingredients. Thats what makes a memorable dish for tonight dining out experience. The menu is carefully chosen and well tried. You can taste..."
Mei
"A high quality Chinese meal bringing together a blend of Cantonese and Sichuan dishes. My meals were all tasty and well prepared with fresh..."
Hungry Tum
"So pleased to see a place live up to the hype. Flawless Chinese food serviced with that famous Flower Drum attention and hospitality...."
Foodie AC
"Hands down my favourite Chinese restaurant in Melbourne!!!! Amazing food that highlights the flavours of the produce instead of being overly..."
Andrea
"Not sure what to focus on here... the food or the service. Both impeccable. Three years since i last dined here and the experience is still..."
PedGetsFed
"Old timer .... classic Cantonese food; simplicity at its best and a bit pricey too ... not their wines.For those missing the old..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Possibly the best Chinese I've had in Australia. Very authentic, high quality ingredients, excellent service. I cannot fault it. Tonight was our..."
Justine
"I'm not an expert in Cantonese cuisine and can't define the authenticity of meals I had tonight but I know that my tastebuds were absolutely..."
Mamma Leone
"What more can you ask for? Great food, wine list and friendly staff. This is the famous Gilbert Lau inspired and mentored Chinese restaurant which is..."
FoodieGuru_770
"Lau's family kitchen is an amazing Chinese restaurant! All staff are friendly and I've been their several times. Every time 5\5. The food is just..."
Alan V
"Been here a number of times. Always faultless. From service to food quality, this place is my favourite for Cantonese in Melbourne. Try the steamed..."
Rod
"Have been to lau's half a dozen times now & I cannot fault one this in this restaurant. Food, beverage & service all 100% each time. See you again..."
Foodlovermelb6
"Everything was good, yet nothing special, Here for friends birthday, had good time. Ver cosy, prompt service, the quality of ingredient is..."
Baysidefoodie
"It's not often these days that I find myself dining out in St Kilda – sadly it’s no longer on my radar. But recently, we had tickets to see..."
Sub Urban
"Very fresh food, especially the seafood. The spicy tofu and sweet sour pork are great too. Friendly and attentive staff. Only Disappointed to..."
Nat Nat
"My partner is very fussy when it comes to Cantonese food. It's unavoidable when he is from Hong Kong, and has grown up eating the best that Cantonese..."
Hello. Imnikki
"Tasty and well-cooked food, family-run and always packed restaurant. Go for the truffle fried rice!!We booked a table for two in advance..."
Luke And Hannah
"Been here a few times now and the food is consistently good. Always lovely seeing old Mr Lau helping out his sons. The noise is sometimes a bit much..."
Pinch Of Bacon
"We ate at Lau's on Saturday night (1/4/17) around 6.30pm. One of the best places for service at this time we have eaten at in a long time, well done..."
Cooper
"Lau's kitchen ticks all the boxes, nice atmosphere, prompt services and good food.The only thing is the food isn't quite authentic Chinese,..."
Latteme
"DO: Everything. But the best would be toothfish, sweet and sour pork, soy Chicken and my absolute favourite Truffle Fried rice. DON'T:..."
David Food Leasing
"Amazing Cantonese. The truffle fried rice, toothfish, crispy skin chicken and mix veges. Will be back again. The service was also..."
Shelddon
"Really well done Cantonese food with friendly, playful yet professional service. Food: entrees were great and can recommend the lamb spring rolls as..."
Brillat_Savarin
"When I first started doing some serious travel to Melbourne for the big events, like the Melbourne Cup, one of the restaurants I had to try was..."
Ben Lee Kong
"Such a gem of a restaurant. Really enjoyed our time, from the friendly waiters to the delicious food. Lovely outside tables to sit in the..."
Ilovemelbourne
"Hidden Gem !I was surprised when I came here ! It wasnt like what I have imagined. Trully fooled by the fish picture as I thought it will..."
Hartini Wong
"The best Cantonese restaurant in Melbourne with exceptional service. The patagonian tooth fish are really good here or I should say 'excellent' both..."
Mira Surjadi
"The only place hustlin' and bustlin' down Acland on a Tuesday night and with good reason! Authentic, homely, delicious meals. Sat outside which..."
Milla Vanilla
"Great food and wonderful service. Must sit outside on a warm balmy Melbourne and eat the best home style Chinese food in Australia. Great wine list..."
Becca
"Tucked away in St Kilda, this cosy little space is all about authentic Asian cooking with an up market appeal. Everything we ordered delivered in..."
Jordan
"A breathtaking meal from start to finish. Every dish was presented simply but exquisitely, showcasing a respect for the freshest ingredients,..."
Thaddeus Ong
"I don't like this new version of this zomato, I don't want to leave the review, but I need to reminding me how many marks I give to this restaurant..."
Xiaoqingyin2007
"I am glad I finally visited this restaurant. We had the King George Whiting for starters, the sechuan Aubergine and the beef in black bean sauce...."
Meysam Ahmadi
"Had another great dinner at Lau's and find it hard to fault.The staff were friendly and accommodating as usual.We ordered the lemon and..."
Reet
"The atmosphere was fantastic with great service. The selection of the food is quite common but overall very pricey. Maybe because they were belong to..."
Monkey King
"Fine dining Chinese restaurant, please dont expect over quiet like other western fine dining, the environment of the restaurant is still quite casual..."
Snoopy
"Great service & high quality food. This & Di Stasio are the only places left in St Kilda that are worth your $$, time & effort. Can't wait to visit..."
Gio
"Fine, fine China. The toothfish with soy and sake is one of the most exquisite dishes I've ever eaten. It's many years since I went to Flower Drum,..."
Onara
"Having recently eaten at Flower Drum, I can finally conclude that Lau's Family Kitchen knows a thing or two more about food, service and experience. ..."
Noble_rot
"Yum-a-dub-dub in my tum-tum-tum! Any time anybody wants to go to Lau's, I AM IN!!!! Most excellent all the way around. Why not a '5'? It's very very..."
Chad
"A small hidden kitchen located on a side street away from all the crazy of St Kilda. The food is beautiful- quality is definitely there. Service-..."
Narzi-Goreng
"Underwhelmed. Firstly service was delightful. Service was let down by food best described as ordinary. Every dish we tried was fairly well..."
Latitudes
"Had an amazing lunch! I Will be back there for my next Chinese meal. Beautiful flavours in the food and the qual was cooked perfect. Lau's Family..."
James Raine
"Having recently moved to Melbourne from Sydney, I have been looking forward to dining at Lau's ever since I moved.  Lunch here today did not..."
Richmond Rachel
"If you want yummy Asian food without feeling the gym bloaty effects of all the msg in the food then Lau's is the place! This would have to be one of..."
Alyce Campana
"Sublime food - the flavours and so delicate and well balanced. Salt and pepper squid is easily and by far the best I've ever had in my life. Beef..."
MelbourneMiss
"Lovely food. Some dishes are nicer than at Flowerdrum. Wine was so so. Pricey for what you get, but a very enjoyable meal. Chilly prawns are..."
Little Man
"Always exceptional.Always attentive.Always fresh.Always detailed.Always pleased!This restaurant will forever be one of my..."
Melanie Hargreaves
"Great service, really nice food. However, probably overpriced for what it is. $180 no alcohol for 3 adults, would have received 10x more food for..."
Sarah Wright
"Best food, fantastic service frompeter can't wait to come back!! Can't believe I haven't been here before!! New favourite restaurant!! Highly..."
Chelsea F
"Much like a penguin, I can get easily distracted by shiny things so when I am in the area of the Prince complex on Acland Street, it is rather hard..."
Epicurean Of Southbank
"But the mushroom fried rice, is perfection, each and every..."
Popcornandtoast
"Special New Years menu - delicious. Excellent service. Will be back to try the sweet and sour pork, hope the braised pork feet is there..."
Liam Saliba (lsp0)
"Great service, high quality, authentic cuisine and it's pretty much the best value + good vibe/crowd in the area (aside from Fitzrovia). The food is..."
T Gauntlett
"The Melbourne Cantonese legend is finally retiring in style, not doing a #johnfarnham act. Thank you #uncle Godfather Gilbert, the family and team..."
Jeffrie Trika
"One of Melbourne’s best kept secretes. Amazing food, the dumplings and the duck are delicious and the seafood is always the best and freshest. It..."
Warren Tate Speaker Coach
"A very good Chinese Cantonese trattoria, dumpling are awesome; service is friendly and warm, the ambience is 90 but still charming... wine list needs..."
Raffaele Mastrovincenzo
"Has always been my favourite Chinese restaurant in Melbourne. The soy spatchcock is a must!! I suggest to limit your group to 4 max for better..."
Charlie Soon
"A crowd favourite and rightly so! This is hugely popular with the locals, but don’t let the mostly Caucasian crowd fool one into thinking that the..."
Garett Lee
"Amazing service by Christine. Recommend most of the dishes. Good service and food. Well balanced restaurant. Best Chinese restaurant so..."
Ian R
Fitzrovia
84/100 (2965 ratings)
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"Just had the most amazing meal I've had in a long time! My parents and I traveled from Bendigo so we were starving, we checked in and walked to your..."
Amelia-Kate Byrne
"Had the best breakfast/brunch today � Ordered Bacon with Gruyere Potato Cake, absolutely delicious! Staff were lovely & an awesome GF menu is..."
Cat Hade
"I recently organised a hen's event at Fitzrovia and I have to say Steven and the staff were fantastic! They set up a room for flower crown making,..."
Elise Lam
"My wife and I had been to Fitzrovia on a previous visit to Melbourne and loved it. Well this time it was at least as good again. The 4..."
John Murphy
"I really like this restaurant.Nice and comfortable I love the polenta chips and the steakHigh quality food for a good prize..."
Charlotte Cooper
"One of the top brunches in Melbourne. Fantastic and diverse menu and very friendly service. Owner is lovely and does a great job making everyone feel..."
Vostok
"This chic cafe on a busy strip at St Kilda is such a gorgeous place to visit. With a European feel and pleasant atmosphere, we are always made to..."
Morgs71
"For years now, Fitzrovia has been a family favourite for brunch and for tourists visiting Melbourne. Fitzrovia takes the middle meal to a restaurant..."
Melbourne Lifestyle Blog
"Came here on a Tuesday lunchtime, the restaurant was quite busy and the outdoor seatings were almost all taken. The waitress was friendly and..."
Vincent Wang
"Modern dining menu and drink menu to match, friendly helpful staff. Entree dishes great range for a snack or nibbles with drink. Didn’t have time..."
Rosie Raiti
"I ordered the picnic set before actually eat at restaurant and surprisingly the food for the picnic was really good (the truffle sandwich was..."
Indira Ayu Maharani
"Amazing brunch place! The ambience is beautiful, the staff were super friendly and inviting and the food was deeelishhh! Also make great bloody..."
Vanessa
"St Kilda can be hard when you’re a suburb tourist but not an actual tourist. This place was great. Staff friendly and efficient, food tasty and..."
NozJac
"Great meal! Generous serves, friendly staff and efficient service. Highly recommend for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Great to see into the..."
Rutheey
"Came here on Sunday which was Mothers Day last week and was surprised that we (2 pax) didn't have to wait too long to be seated. My fears of a large..."
Kimberley Leggett
"I went to Fitzrovia for a work friend’s farewell lunch yesterday. We were able to order our food online so by the time we got to the venue the food..."
Caroline Beaney
"I would give this place a 4.5 star if possible but the fish pie was only okay. looked great tasted okay. the environment was very pleasant and the..."
Vik Shah
"Very nice food and always a lot of puppies which is exciting for me. Only had the breakfast menu so far. Which is delish..."
Randymong
"The delicious food (fritters and ocean trout) and the appealing interior of this cafe would deserve a rating of 5 stars. Unfortunately some of the..."
Julia Stehli
"What a delight, great food, good coffee , pleasant setting. I had the special of the day which was the seared fish with a kiwi fruit salad which was..."
Sven C Nilsson
"Had the raw salmon salad bowl today, amazing fresh food, lots of flavour and colour! Waiter was efficient and great coffee too. Love the vibe of the..."
Dre Wilson
"Beautiful St Kilda location, with incredible food and ambience. Always super busy so book ahead or be prepared to wait. I had a calamari salad. It..."
Candace Aditya Chaudhury
"Love this place!Food 2: good Food and coffee!Atmosphere & décors 2: this place is very popular and busy. Love the decoration and..."
World In A Bite
"This is a great place for breakfast, brunch and lunch! Food is delicious and the St Ali coffee is always consistent. Very efficient and warm service..."
PS91
"The cafe is situated at opposite of Albert park. Friendly customer service and coffee has great aroma. I've also tried Latte with almond milk which..."
Leena
"Food was great. They list our order and we waited half hour for coffees and an hour for food. But they gave us the coffees for free. Would go..."
VintageGirl
"Fresh produce displayed and utilised to its best to create gorgeous, palatable dishes. Tried the polenta crusted fingers and eggs Benedict. They were..."
Khadija Mawa Ahmad
"Will definitely be coming back for breakfast, lunch or dinner! I came for lunch, ordering the incredible polenta fries, although they filled me up..."
INK
"I have been a fan of original Fitzrovia's chef/owner Paul Juson since 2010, loving to watch him and this team prepare food for us. Time flies, team..."
EatToLive
"Came here this morning for brunch with my partner, Josh. We got a lovely table outside in the glorious sunshine and there was some pleasant music..."
Maddie Kingham
"I had heard SO much about this little Gem ! Living in Perth I was really looking forward to trying out their "famous Steak Roll"We were greeted..."
Homerj
"Went there to celebrate birthday. Nice food with attracting decoration. The glass building is perfect match with afternoon sunshine. Strongly..."
Aabcsunyue
"I have only tried their breakfasts and front window quickbites. The breakfast was really good the first time but the second time I ordered it, it was..."
Melissa Lincoln
"Polenta chips was just great. And combination of meatballs with mashed potato was also good. Peaceful and calm instilling decor. A good experience..."
Jeeth John
"Fabulous! What a great place. Literally stumbled upon Fitzrovia for Saturday lunch as we don't normally stop at this end of Fitzroy st. The very..."
Junnay
"Great cafe on Fitzroy st...chai latte was fantastic. i ordered the gnocchi which was yummy...a little dissappointing when i asked for extra parmesan..."
Sharrelle
"Awesome brunch place at St Kilda. Creme brûlée is fantastic. Food is great. Ambience is warm and cozy. Definitely a good place to dine and hang out..."
Jericho Law
"This place has nice modern cuisine and is moderately priced. They have a variety of dishes that will appeal to a range of people's tastes. There are..."
Zidane
"Have been here many times, lovely outdoor section getting a good view of the city, consisting food with great flavours. Always look forward to it,..."
Coffee And Food Enthusiast.
"Had a delicious breakfast here this morning. I had heard great things and they definitely lived up to my expectations. I got the sweet potato..."
Lauren Marino
"LOVE THIS PLACE!! They not only have great food but as someone with celiac disease I really appreciated that when I asked for gluten free, they asked..."
Hanna Skehill
"I've been here for breakky this morning. Me and hubby had cappuccino, hubby said it's one of the best cuppa he ever had. For meals, i had ham and..."
Rachma Mctegg
"Fitzrovia is a popular little provincial English, all-day dining spot on Fitzroy Street.Decked out with old typewriters,..."
Eat Play Love Travel
"Rare north like atmosphere in downtown St Kilda. Easy reach from the tram.Great staff! Very friendly. Good variety on the menu.Laptop and..."
Giorgio Goi
"I have been here a few times because is by my home.  As usually to drink coffee and to eat..."
Vinz Arena
"Simple but nice Nice breakfast and coffee with friendly service . After read from reviews we found out We missed out to order the famous polenta..."
Mbhmp?
"Great place and great food. It's a different feel from he saint kilda we're used to. There's a 4hr parking across the cafe as well so long brunches..."
I❤️food
"I had ordered Pan Fried Pork Veal Meatballs with Paris Mash Potatoes, nicely made fine meal - a little pricey. With such attentive, polite staff and..."
Amimi
"I always promise myself I will order something different but I can never go past the sweet potato fritters! My dog loves it here too! Also recommend..."
Kerala1
"We had the Persian baked eggs and the thick cut bacon with gruyere and potato cakes. The Persian baked eggs were delicious and flavoursome. I'd go..."
Mrs Mark
"Went in to grab a coffee - it's a huge space, upstairs seating, looks like a little vegetable market. Heaps of pastries and desserts on the counter..."
Thewhereto
"Thick cut bacon was seriously thick (2cm thick), food quality was emaculate. The mocha was pretty much above average and the hot chocolate was really..."
Benjamin Wee
"Restaurant quality food in a cafe. What more can I say, I enjoyed dinner here one night this week, and the dishes were all excellent. You could..."
Ray Finck
"A regular haunt of mine but just realized I've never done a review! Generally, the dishes on their menu are amazing. Be it breakfast, lunch or..."
Shaun
"Very cool place! Coffee is always beautiful. Interior is wonderfully designed & comfortable. Staff are always friendly and look like they love their..."
Steph
"The coffee is average, but the muffins are to die for!!fresh and fluffy inside.polenta chips and the muffins are the only dishes I..."
Quarter Of A Pounder
"I have always enjoyed dining at this cafe the coffee is nice, the service is good and the food has always been top quality. The scrambled eggs on..."
AllThingsFood&Wine
"We went here on the weekend for the second time. Just had to have the Polenta chips again, they are absolutely amazing. We started with wine and..."
Joanneleek84
"I can see why the truffled polenta chips are a bestseller at Fitzrovia. They're amazingly crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, with..."
Kell
"Been here a couple of times for brunch/lunch. Consistently excellent service and food quality. Had gnocchi yesterday, which was mind-blowing! Easily..."
Charlene
"I went to this fantastic cafe for a Saturday lunch with my sisters a few weeks ago. Those polenta chips really are awesome! I had the gnocchi, and my..."
Antoniette
"I recently organised a hen's event at Fitzrovia and I have to say Steven and the staff were fantastic!  They set up a room for flower crown making,..."
Elise.lam01
"I've been here many times before and it is literally my favourite restaurant at this end of St Kilda. The main guy there is always attentive to..."
Occasionalist
"The best steak sandwich i have had in Melbourne! 200g scotch fillet steak, fresh grated beetroot and mayonnaise on delicious chunky bread...."
Bec Martinez
"Came here for a late (more lunchtime) breakfast for our first morning on a Melbourne weekend.Watching all the staff rush around, there was..."
Keely
"Fitzrovia is an all-day dining restaurant overlooking Albert Park. The owners’ Paul Jewson and Marco Pugnaloni's ethos is to create luxe comfort..."
Gastrology
"The gnocci here is really amazing!! Not too heavy and the flavours of the mushrooms ?!?! omg I want more!! also the gnocci was seered or pan fried a..."
Convivialsins
"I haven't tried any other meals, but I always order 1 thing there which is the creme brulee french toast. It was really good. The combination of..."
Sita Pramana
"St Kilda is well known for its relaxing ambience and chilled-out vibes by the beach. A few cool bars/restaurants occupy the beachfront scene, giving..."
Nicole Tang
"A top place to stop for a bite to eat. A few glasses of prosecco with some truffled polenta chips, mushroom gnocchi and calamari salad. Great service..."
Matty T
"Love this cafe! At peak brunch time on a late summer Saturday morning, not only did I manage to get a car park directly out front (unusual), but my..."
AnnaSpanna
"It's my favorite Cafe & restaurant in Fitzory St. I recommended to my friend and we tried the slow cooked Lamb shoulder with Salad was very..."
XZ C
"Took my client who is a very sick man there this morning for breakfast. Waitress was amazing and friendly. We ordered my client his bacon and..."
John Johnny
"Nice place next home. Food was great and they prepared a mix of desert for our friend birthday. They decorate the plate and made it so special...."
Verónica Meca Llamas
"Probably the best thing about the snap lockdown #6 is the lockdown meal we brought from Fitzrovia. We ordered the Slow braised Central American lamb..."
Split the Bill
"Super friendly staffs 🥰 It was my second time in here. I love everything 😍 steak sandwich is my favorite. I couldn’t finish that..."
CRYSTAL
"Such great tasty quality and value here. There's a reason this place has a steady crowd and survived the pandemic. One of my favourite cafes in St..."
Gene Blackley
Chinta Ria Soul
82/100 (1752 ratings)
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"Came here on a whim with my dear friends from the UK who are world travellers and great diners. They were keen for Malaysian food and we happened to..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"We ordered curry laksa, Nasi goreng, fried rice & roti with peanut sauce. All these dishes were delicious couldn’t fault any dish. The service was..."
Farha
"After a brief visit to the St.Kilda beach over weekend, struggling to choose from couple of streets full of restaurants, we chose to visit this..."
Nupur Bhople
"Good Malaysian joint on famous Acland St. near St. Kilda beach. More than food, people also visit Acland street to get a feel of the vibe on this..."
Parag
"Love this place, have been a fair few times over the years. Always yummy food and end up eating far too much!I don't think I've had a bad dish...."
Bianca
"For such an up market location as Acland Street, you wouldn’t think to find such cheap eats and premium flavours under the same roof. The..."
Katy
"I haven’t been here in some years so I was excited to be going back as my last visit here is still watched in my memory. For main I..."
Timinmelbourne
"This place has the BEST laksa, their food is so delicious. I have taken so many people here. The restaurant itself is a little dark inside but..."
Georgia Allen
"Really good food, in a cute little restaurant. I wouldn’t recommend bringing big groups here (you wouldn’t fit), but very nice for 2-4 people!..."
Karin
"3.5 to be precise. We have already been here twice and have liked most of the food we have ordered. Nothing exceptional but nothing..."
Ozzy Kunnu
"Had an EG voucher which made a great value meal even better value. Just tasty food in a relaxed environment, one of the better options on acland..."
PedGetsFed
"Yummm! A friend and I were reminiscing over our Asian vacays which Facebook so kindly reminded us we were on this time three years ago so off we went..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Despite a restaurant in Sydney being of the same name, I'm pretty sure that they are not owned by the same owner. Chinta Ria is my friend's..."
Dr S
"Quite possibly the best laksa I've had this winter. The broth is simply amazing, rich and packed with flavour. The roti curry was also flawlessly..."
Hungry Ronin
"Great service and amazing food. Been here a number of times and have never seen a poor meal coming out of the kitchen. Just writing this is making me..."
J Jt
"The chicken curry was very good and the half duck was tasty. The only disappointing part was the coconut rice which had zero coconut flavour. We..."
Lachlan Stott
"Visited to celebrate my mum's birthday and the service was excellent! We were seated upstairs on a very busy Sunday night and ordered an array of..."
Dale Zeinheiger Culpin
"A delicious food offering and excellent service. Perfectly situated on Ackland st, the restaurant offers rustic food that's real and authentic. Great..."
Mobwife
"Great price. Quick Service. The Curry Laksa is TDF!!!  Nasi Goreng is probably the best I've had to date and the curry puffs and starters are all..."
Amy K O'Neill
"Pretty good Malaysian. Mee Goreng and Nasi Goreng are great, some dishes are only ok though. Just stick to the straight up Malaysian..."
SlapCh0p
"My partner and I have been coming here for years. Best dish by far is the Seafood Curry Laksa - amazing! Food always quick and service great. This..."
Mr Daniel
"A.MAAAZING!!! Last night was my third visit and this place just keeps getting better. Each times have tried something new and every time I'm blown..."
Awhina Kapa
"Food was not too bad and so was the service. We ordered the Asam fish, mee goreng and gado gado. We loved the mee goreng, as it tasted quite similar..."
Joanne
"Wow! Just as well we booked a table. Taste and flavour. And cooked beautifully. Quite busy on a Friday night but served great food. The waitress..."
Paul
"Happy to find another place that serves up good and authentic Malaysian cuisine! Service was incredibly fast and portions were generous. Recommended..."
May
"The service is friendly and prompt.The Nasi Goreng is super tasty and a big serving. One of our go to's when in St Kilda and craving Asian food...."
Sarah O
"I love Chinta Ria but every time I come I'm disappointed. The service is good, the food is fine but it's just not excellent. The Wine was above..."
Clotilde.blanchet10
"Always consistent. Took my very unadventurous overseas relos here - they catered for a table of 11 confidently, tolerated all the photo taking, etc...."
Manmar
"The food was quick and service was good. Not the best Malaysian food but it definitely was good. The curry could use a bit more spice, but that's..."
Janelle
"Fantastic meal lovely flavours & the taste is amazing. Polite friendly staff. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area but can get quite noisy..."
Badabooma
"We love this hangout with our teenage kids & family friends. We visit here at least once a month for a fabulous Seafood Curry laksa & the Best Spicy..."
Sassy Queshet
"Had the most amazing customer service from the gentleman working this evening. Bright, bubbly and very informative about what makes a great meal. The..."
Samantha Temple
"Dined there a couple of times and the food is amazing.. The duck San Choy Bow is delicious and like an explosion of flavor in your mouth. The chicken..."
Glenn
"Where do I start I had high expectations for this small but very busy Malaysian restaurant in St Kilda’s Acland street and from the first mouthful..."
Easy Weekend Eats
"Delicious food and great, quick service even though a busy Sat night. Will definitely be back for the Mee..."
Mel Murphy
"A good Laksa can be hard to find, unless of course you happen to be at Chinta Ria. Satisfied patrons return here all year round for a helping of this..."
Decisive Cravings
"Great laksa. Haven't tried anything else but laksa is really really..."
Nadya Voloshina
"Reliable and delicious - good for seafood. Been going to Chinta Ria for several years. It is always great - never had a bad meal. Their entrees are..."
Mdroc1
"Never had a bad meal, everything we have ordered has been fantastic!! Great service and Laksa is awesome!!And to top it all off the prices are..."
Problematicpinko
"It was an accident. We were down in stkilda and was looking for some Asian food, thick noodle to be precise.and we happen to walk past this..."
Quarter Of A Pounder
"Must admit I was hesitant after reading recent negative reviews. I booked a Friday dinner for 6:45 and had to be out by 7:30 for a concert at Palais...."
Tony Iacobaccio
"Delicious. We dined here on a busy Saturday night and had a fantastic meal. The banquet was delicious, friendly service and reasonably priced. Highly..."
Peter C
"Very tasty food and friendly service. Great value for money, we will be..."
KazC
"Quality. Well priced quality food, decent portions, wholesome but clean Asian food. BYO is a bonus. Service can be a little cocky and abrupt - well..."
Keri.biolo
"The best nasi lemak I've ever had.. Great food and..."
Allan Lim
"Awesome laksa, great price and great service. Will be..."
Jacinta
"The Mee Goreng is amazing! A must..."
Claire Madeleine
"Love this place. Always good food great service and..."
Poko Delaware
"Consistent Malaysian food. Seafood Laksa is a solid favourite and never disapoints. Service can sometime be a little off. Great with a group of..."
Benven84
"What a great restaurant! I was glad it lived up to expectations. Service was fantastic and the food was delicious, highly recommend the king poh beef..."
Helen
"Birthday dinner success. We went here for my boyfriend's birthday. Walked in off the street thinking we had booked however there was no record (we..."
Amanda McConnell
"First time here and I just picked up some take away and it was really awesome! Exceptionally fresh and light. I will be eating in next time for sure...."
Foodie B
"The Laksa is fabulous! Don't bother with the first entre on the..."
Andrea
"Quality Malaysian experience. I wouldn't eat in here - far too cramped, however this review relates to my takeaway experienceStarted with..."
M.T Wentz
"My friend and I both had the Mee Goreng and found it to be absolutely delicious!! Loved every single bite! Will definitely be back for..."
Laura
"What can't I say about this resturant. Food 10/10 king toh beef was amazing! So much flavour tender & perfect amount of spice, the roti melts in your..."
Linda
"Great night, great food, thank you!. I booked in for my birthday with 6 friends. The service was great even from making the booking on the phone;..."
Charl
"Michelle. Wow fantastic service and food amazing we will be back Loved it the best Malaysian..."
Dmc30202
"St Kilda local says 'yes'. There are many places that cater to the suburban tourist crowd but I find I always get a late booking at Chinta Ria Soul...."
Melly Trikonasana Indahouse
"Good solid Malaysian. A little pricy, but worth..."
AJF
"I think the food at this place is really fresh and great quality so yes a tiny bit more expensive than other places..but I guess you get what u pay..."
Carin
"Lovely food. They were very flexible in making a booking for us on the last minute on a Saturday night. The only downside would be the music was too..."
Jazz
"Good food But very over priced You can have the same food in other Malaysian restaurants for half the price Takes the fun away from s casual..."
Rach
"Fantastic service. Amazing food. Beef rendang and chicken curry highly..."
G Spot
"Cosy and delightful!. As soon as you step in, you feel the ambiance of a small classy diner. Do not be fooled by the size however, they span across..."
Ashley Ng
"Needed something to top up lunch so popped into @ChintaRiaSoul for some Malaysian entrees: (4) Duck rolls - shredded duck with julienned carrots &..."
Shaun D'Monte
"We've been eating here for around 30 years and are very rarely disappointed. This Mee Goreng only had 2 prawns in it which was a bit mean but it was..."
S J
"Less than 40’ seafood Laksa at home! I love Laksa soup but not always I am in the mood to prepare my own one. Today I decided to try, for the first..."
Verónica Meca Llamas
"Lemongrass beef, curry chicken, laksa noodle soup They were all good! Price..."
Hilary Cao
"Pleasant dinner spot with tasty dishes and friendly..."
Graham Rodda
"Really delicious food, but dry beef noodle is what keeps me coming back. The food is consistently good, highly..."
Liv P
Stokehouse
82/100 (1780 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Pork
Fish & Chips
Tapas
Beef
Tacos
Seafood Platters
Prawns
Pasta
Salad
Crab
Octopus
Scallops
Ceviche
Duck
Oyster
Meringue
Calamari
Caviar
Risotto
Tuna
Calamares
Lamb
Pesto
Fish & chips
Sit down
Australian
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Waterfront
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Fine Dining
"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..."
Dills
"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..."
Maddi Sheils
"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..."
Martin
"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..."
Ozzy Kunnu
"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..."
Richard
"Nice view and cozy environment. The seafood dishes really stood out. Got a variety of drinks to choose from. We ordered wines, cocktails and..."
5ilverr
"Last minute booking on Monday night.. great ambience, food as always. More importantly the service was on point! Fairly priced for the quality served..."
Manoj
"We finally visited the new Stokehouse on Valentines day for lunch.  The staff were friendly, the coffee was great and the cocktails were original..."
Eat Play Live Melbourne
"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...."
Srslyfoods
"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..."
EK Has
"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..."
Svenja Grabo
"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..."
Sauce
"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..."
Olivia B
"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..."
AllThingsFood&Wine
"Old review from Feb 17. Our first time back since reopening, great food & wine, staff were friendly & knew their menu & enthusiastically offered..."
Sara Carroll
"Light, bright beach feel to the upstairs dining room, with the best views of the beach, that is forever packed. Seafood here is absolutely..."
HH24
"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..."
FoodieGuru_770
"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..."
Mitch Barker
"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..."
Tk
"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..."
Amandada_li
"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..."
David Food Leasing
"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..."
Ted Mac Gregor
"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..."
Our Foodie Finds
"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..."
Sarah Langford
"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..."
Ilovefood13
"Came here without a reservation midweek.. staff were excellent. Our waitress, Sarah, was particularly good. The wine by the glass was nice..."
Flowerbutton
"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..."
The New Fave
" Came here for dinner with friends. Instead of ordering individual starters we ordered adequate for sharing and then ordered individual mains. This..."
Mahendra Perera
"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..."
Natalie
"Exquisite long lunch at stokehouse today. Beautiful views, professional service and exceptional menu. For entree i ordered the octopus win tamarillo..."
Kate Dougherty
"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..."
Mobwife
"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..."
Foodinfocusz
"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..."
Lily
"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..."
Ben Lee Kong
"Bring back the original Stokehouse :(Beautiful setting, fresh food and lovely delicate flavours. Service was at times slow.They wouldn't..."
Ayby Baby
"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,..."
Kylie Angelika
"Potentially one of the best restaurants Melbourne has to offer. The food is divine and utilises only the best Australian grown produce. The wait..."
Ellyse Mal
"Fantastic experience. Wonderful staff that are incredibly attentive. The food was absolutely delicious and showcased local produce. The bar had a..."
Vmalioris
"Great service, the waitstaff are extremely attentive and accommodating. The atmosphere and views are sensational. The food is of the finest quality..."
Leigh Malioris
"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..."
Michael Campbell
"THE MOST AMAZING steak. 15 year old vintage wagyu. Absolute blown away.Service spot on, every dish a winner. Will definitely be..."
James Madden
"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..."
Adam Garvey
"I thought the Stokehouse was fabulous. Wonderful room. Great outlook to the beach. Good bar area.Friendly, efficient and helpful waiters...."
Felicity StKW
"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..."
Li-La
"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..."
JDP79
"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..."
Ben Maudlin
"Had late lunch/early dinner for special occasion. Would definitely recommend if you haven't been before. Note. There are two restaurants in the..."
theunionjack
"Beautiful location, very friendly staff and delicious food. Seafood platter was really fresh, we especially couldn't get enough of the browned..."
N
"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..."
Hanh Nguyen
"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..."
Richard Catchlove
"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..."
Annie B
"🌊 relaxed fine dining st kilda 🦀 crab vol-au-vent 🦆 roast duck special 🦐 premium seafood platter 🐟 pan seared cod 🐠 hapuka..."
Faa Papon
Rococo
82/100 (1038 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Vegan Options
Pizza
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
After-hours
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Carbonara
Salmon
Sandwiches
Prosciutto
Burger
Arancini
Cakes
Tapas
Bruschette
Antipasti
Pesto
Pancakes
Prawns
Pasta
Salad
Eggs Benedict
Chili
Toasts
Duck
Omelette
Calamari
Meatballs
Risotto
Bolognese
Lasagne
Calamares
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Lunch time visit $50~/ per person Lots of travels and a bar counter. We visited on the weekdays with four people. As a starter, mozzarella toast was..."
Zui Hitoe
"Went on a Monday night and the place was relatively busy. Welcomed by staff and were seated immediately. Great staff service and they showed a lot of..."
Rizza Santos
"These guys will always be five stars. Perfect service, well priced and delicious food. Shout out to Shannon she was super cool in her recommendation..."
Chowie
"Everything we ordered was delicious and we picked randomly from the menu for a shared lunch if Antipasti options. Staff were cheerful and helpful..."
Leon Mason
"Love Rococo. Great menu, friendly and excellent service in this fantastic restaurant. The place we will come every time we visit Luna park. One of..."
Ella
"Amazing food and amazing service by the girl from the front desk! I actually don’t know what is here position there since she is everywhere! I..."
Biberce _91
"Rococo never fails to impress with their food and drinks. The vibe is great. Quick service, awesome food. Made the night fantastic.. must..."
Nidhi Batura
"Tasty food, great service, pleasant atmosphere. Pasta was perfect, pizza amazing, chicken yummy and they serve literally the best chippies in..."
Joe Goodel
Cafe Di Stasio
79/100 (2121 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Profiteroles
Lamb
Calamares
Pesto
Beef
Fish
Pork
Ragu
Prawns
Eggplant
Wild boar
Tiramisu
Omelette
Pasta
Suckling Pig
Salad
Octopus
Chili
Crab
Lasagne
Scallops
Saltimbocca
Duck
Quail
Oyster
Crawfish
Calamari
Catfish
Cakes
Risotto
Sit down
Italian
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Came here for desserts and drinks. So good. My favourite one was the chocolate mousse. Service was amazing. Would love to come back for a proper..."
Priscillia
"This place just oooooozes amazingness! From the moment I stepped foot in this place, through to the professionalism of the waiters and most..."
Breakfast_Adventurers
"We went for a special occasion and had no trouble making a booking using the online system.The restaurant is quite intimate, very dark inside..."
Eat Play Live Melbourne
"Lovely dining experience at this restaurant. The waiters were quick and attentive and light hearted to deal with. We had a group of six people and..."
Michelle
"4.4. It’s been quite some time since I’ve visited this part Fitzroy Street. The environment I remember has declined somewhat. More cheapy..."
Two Sheds
"Rich and satisfying genuine Italian fare - the crayfish omelette and suckling pig are awesome as is the Tira Misu. Wine parings (mostly di Stasio's..."
David Malcolm
"Very impressive Italian restaurant Finally a good place to eat real traditional Italian food in st. Kilda lovely staff.I really recommend..."
Valerio Violetti
"DO: Any of the pastas. DON'T: Leave without also trying their main dishes. The chicken Parma was great with a side of chips. TIP:..."
David Food Leasing
"Great attentive service but for the prices I would expect a bit more on the plate. I started with a sauteed spinach with fresh parm. Tasty, but $19..."
Canuck In Oz
"Classic should never be interpreted as boring, though in our fast-paced world, it sometimes has a double meaning. Done well, the classics, and..."
Ben Lee Kong
"@Cafe Di Stasio This restaurant never disappoints, coming here for over 15 years and it’s still just as amazing! From the service which is..."
Chronicles Of A Foodie
"A must for everyone who enjoys fine dining italian...pricey but worth it once in a while or special occassion. Gnocchi lovely pillows.....eye fillet..."
Sharrelle
"Review from October 2016The drama at Cafe di Stasio starts on entry, with hand-shaped bronze door handles offering the universal sign for rock..."
Pasta Of Melbourne
"Without a booking three friends & I showed up on a Saturday night hoping to find a table. We were pleasantly surprised that we could be accommodated..."
Petit Gastounet
"I have dined at Di Stasio a few times and it never disappoints. The mushroom risotto I had last time was one of the best I have ever had. A personal..."
Blakeseats
"The guy behind the bar here really blew me away, we had after work drinks and everything he recommended I loved. I have him a list of ingredients I..."
Chloe Anderson
"Another brilliant dinner at Di Stasio this week. Being a pasta fanatic, I find it so difficult to go past their pasta dishes, and so missed-out on..."
Dave Ansett
"Returned to this long time Melbourne institution on a Monday night. Good but not great. Traditional Italian menu. Whole fish was good. As were..."
Stretts
"It is an iconic Melbourne dining experience that will stay in your memory for years to come and you will not be disappointed.Ronnie is the..."
View2Review
"Great service, great ambience and great food. Food service was a bit slow. You must be willing to spend $40 (approx) for a main that serves as a size..."
Bo
"The place to go for true Italian cuisine , outstanding service and attention to detail . Superior wine list and beautiful ambiance . Highly..."
W S
"This is one of my favourite place in Melbourne. The food is absolutely amazing. Small portion but top quality. Old school but professional services...."
A. Parker
"The staff were very welcoming.. the service was on point .. The food was amazing didn't take to long ... The pasta with spanner crab was beautiful..."
Josie
"Lately I've been dining at Italian venues quite a lot. #carbloading love this venue. The fitout is so unique. Music is on point and the food is just..."
Kis The Cook
"I was super impressed with this place! It came recommended from a friend, so i decided to take a punt and organise my parents 30th wedding..."
Amber_jane93
"This is as close to Italy as I've experienced in Australia. This is not modern Italian. This is traditional. Yet it is beautiful. And elegant..."
Onara
"classic italian food done exceptionally well, in an intimate space. classic decor with a gothic twist. the staff are amazingly friendly and helpful..."
Potaoto
"Amazing. I tried the eggplant, arancini and the ragu. I highly recommend all of these dishes. I am so shocked to see these mixed reviews as we had an..."
Elizabeth Rose
"Went here on a Saturday night. Great ambience and great vibes. Some great wine list too. Definitely amazing choice to enjoy a few drinks. But we..."
Mommyinmelbourne
"Enjoyed the express lunch yesterday with two of my very best girlfriends.  Great value, delicious food!The girls and I hadn't caught up in a..."
Kensington Local
"Best coffee in Australia so far, real espresso. The atmosphere is also very good, and the staff awesome. Tastes like Italy. I'll definitely come back..."
Bruno Colas
"Visited this suburban Italian restaurant located at St. Kilda. A typical busy restaurant with a lot of diners are Italians. We ordered the..."
Ronnielui2003
"this is one of my favourites! the dinner menu is tastier than lunch but still yummy. Very romantic and classy. calamari is the best!! and in general..."
Jessica Wolf
"Still the best Italian food in Melb. I have been dining at DiSatsio for over 15 years and I still find it hard to fault. Yes the main dining room at..."
Natski001
"...oven-roasted suckling pig is beautifully soft but still with perfect crackling that I just couldn’t achieve at home. A white-jacket pours a..."
Lobster
"An oasis located in a sea of detritus makes attending this restaurant (strangely called a café so you get the feeling that they are over-delivering..."
Epicurean Of Southbank
"...I love it. I’ve returned. And I will return again. At this almost barren end of Fitzroy Street Croce via di Stasio and Cafe di Stasio are..."
Ed Charles
"Mr A was kind enough to organise a dinner out to welcome me back home and he had chosen Café Di Stasio. It is located on a busy strip in St Kilda..."
Petit Miamx
"I love Vue de Monde (extravagant, original, fine dining theatre - chef and francophile Shannon Bennett is the closest thing Melbourne has to Heston..."
Greedy Diva
"Really suprised at so many negative reviews! i had a great time here, nice food, excellent service and the food came out pretty quickly. only..."
Fi
"I don't understand why there are so many negative reviews. Yes the service is a little slow however the food is amazing. My Morton Bay bug risotto..."
Foodtingtons
"Amazing Italian food done right. No fuss, just the traditional way. Probably the closest you can get to Italy now due to Covid travel restrictions!..."
XY (Claire)
"Tasty, generous serving sizes. Tad on the expensive side. The linguine would have been an amazing..."
Dan Le
"Was a great restaurant once, absolute icon. Looks like it's gone for good. What a crying shame. Nice if the the owner honestly announced the future..."
Craig Brown
"We went for a special occasion and had no trouble making a booking using the online system. The restaurant is quite intimate, very dark inside with..."
Eat Play Live Melbourne
"Great dining experience here - food, service, ambiance - all classy and top notch. Happy to come..."
Annie B
"Remains one of the best restaurants in Melbourne after all these years. Yes, the food is fabulous, but for once, genuinely, the waiting staff make..."
Paul McO'Smith III
"Blown away by the level of service at this restaurant 🤯 Best italian food south of the Yarra...."
Jinah Adam
Mahjong Restaurant
76/100 (1441 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Asian
Chinese
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Dim Sum
Prawns
Mandarin Duck
Peking Duck
Fish
Beef
Fried rice
Pork
Dumplings
Pancakes
Chili
Duck
Calamari
Calamares
Cantonese
Hong Kong
Sit down
Asian
Chinese
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Takeout
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Food and service couldn't have been better. The management and staff were unbelievably friendly and attentive. Great atmosphere and fun place to go..."
Ian Hynd
"Yummy made to order food. Good service and nice atmosphere. My family fav place for dumplings. Soy steamed fish is a must..."
Mimi Nguyen
"A must!! So many great nights at this restaurant with quality food and staff. Highly recommend. Maxy is the best!! We love..."
Kate Hanlon
"Love the Szechuan hot and sour soup and the juicy pork dumplings are super juicy. Great spot for Yum Cha and catch up with..."
Hae-mi Hong
"When it comes to dining experience, you cannot top this place. Food was delicious and well prepared and presented, blending modern with traditional..."
Howard Lam
"Mahjong is the finest Chinese restaraunt in Melbourne, a great place for an all you can eat Yum Cha without the trollies. You order what you want..."
David Lloyd
"Their Saturday/Sunday lunch Yum Cha is my ultimate!! You have to order the Rose! best $28 you will ever spend i..."
Stuart Maltese
"Not your typical Chinese food. Loved it especially the pork belly!! Great meal definitely recommend. Friendly..."
Heather Fisher
"Amazing food. Every dish was brilliant. Service was amazing. I’m..."
Shawn Bergquist
"We had the Yum Cha special on Sunday and the food was fantastic. They kindly fitted us in without a reservation (though will definitely book next..."
Simone Forde
"Was the best experience in Melbourne food wise and now I need more but I’m back in Perth..."
Bradley Fabry
"Great service and beautiful food. Yum cha food on Saturday and Sunday and grey value all cooked..."
Nicole Hansford
"Amazing food and amazing service. Cannot fault this place at..."
Leo Cordedda
"Fantastic staff - fantastic food, we will be..."
Paul Dick
"Great ambience, delicious food - incredible dinner! ⭐️ I first found this restaurant thanks to the Entertainment Book. This offers a..."
Alisha (LifeUnleashed)
"Great service, beer on tap, handmade dumplings, and modern surroundings overlooking Albert Park. And $39 endless yum cha on weekends - can’t go..."
Marc Davis
"Probably the best eye fillet I’ve ever had, so tender! Adding the Guangzhou honey pepper sauce makes it special and a creative way of cooking eye..."
Jaime Eat&Fit
"I came here for the celebration of Mahjong's 10th birthday and had such an amazing time , it truly was a testament to hard work paying off as the..."
Vivian
"Crab and prawn dumpling was lovely but the chilli beef was mehhhh. Flavour was great but the meat was chewy and unpleasant... could have been amazing..."
Lin B
"Mahjong was a highly enjoyable restaurant to enjoy a birthday at, as the staff were kind and the pricing for the quality and quantity of food was..."
Barbraedwards
"Can’t get better Chinese food in Melbourne,The south gippsland pork is amazing .Definitely come back and highly recommend. Best..."
Damienhodgkinson
"Friday night had CBF cooking so skipped down the road to Mahjong for some fried rice.  I have walked past squillions of times but never had the urge..."
Simmyeats.Melb
"Fancier than your average dumpling house but not quite fine dining Mahjong remains my number 1 dumpling restaurant in st kilda. Come here several..."
PedGetsFed
"Really nice atmosphere for dining with friends and family! Great food and drink! Really like the graffiti on wall! Nice and friendly staff! my..."
Ben NG
"what an amazing restaurant!!! having a great meal in there. the food is great the service is perfect. we ordered juicy pork dumplings, ginger prawn..."
Anderson
"absolutely recommend! friend service and delicious variety of food! The chilli prawn wonton is make by real prawns without other fill up. we..."
Suki Shum
"A really enjoyable place for yum Cha. The food was fresh and tasty with many varieties to choose from. The service quality and our food came at a..."
CoCoNuT
"We went on a saturday and had the $35 yum cha at lunch time. The food was amazing and it was served promptly. We will definitely be going back..."
Stefan Pn
"This is a seriously outstanding restaurant. We dine here regularly. The $35 yum cha is unbelievably good value. The food is fresh, tasty and..."
Gussie
"If there was ever a time I was going to need to be rolled out of a restaurant, today would have been that day. I came to Mahjong today with my..."
Maddie Kingham
"What can I say? I love Chinese food and since its so difficult to make up mind which dishes to select with so many delicious options, yum cha is a..."
Ryan Ilahi
"A local fave hard to top. Owner is so lovely, and the food is consistently great, especially the Eye Fillet - do yourself a favour, delicious...."
GG
"Yum! Best Chinese food I've tasted in the area. Pork dumplings to die for and the duck spring rolls are also excellent. Wish I had ordered more of..."
Clair
"Thanks to the dining experience in Mahjong, 'FORCE' me to create an account on Zomato purposely, just to share my precious moment with someone who..."
Jack Leo
"Terrific restaurant particularly for the Sunday $35 flat rate yum cha. The food is superb. Our party of four tried numerous dishes (see photos) and..."
Two Sheds
"Dined at Mahjong yesterday and the food was delicious, the service top notch. The venue has great atmosphere with a comfortable..."
Todd Peterson
"WOW the smell when you walk into this place, AMAZING!! One of the best smelling restaurants we have been too! It just lures you in off the street and..."
Jar-Fed
"Lovely ambience and the food reminded me of mixed cantonese and northern chinese flavours. Service was faultless.We had a variety of dumplings,..."
Food For Thought
"Amazing as always!!Went to dinner with friends last night. Loved it!Great service and food! Best ginger prawn dumplings..."
Food Lover
"Been here a few times for lunch and dinner and always has great Yum Cha every time - flavours, freshness and service. Keeps us coming back for more...."
DLC
"Mahjong - what a find! Had the yum cha on saturday and was blown away. fresh fresh fresh! tasty, few dishes with a bit of kick but not to..."
Liam
"Had dinner at Mahjong last night with a friend. Ordered the Mahjong Rose, Cantonese crispy duck, pork belly stir fry and steamed mixed vegs. The..."
Jasemin Sibo
"Sat near the huge marble bar with giant Asian eyes looking down fromthe walls. Fun names for cocktails and a small bar menu that was fine..."
Zeeshan Ahmed
"Slick presentation and gorgeously presented food. Went there on a Sunday recently and I'm not a fan of traditional yum cha with the breaded buns..."
Glenn
"Posted by FoodieAboutTown on Monday, April 20, 2015 · Leave a Comment   Gotta love dumplings and dumplings after a long walk they are even better,..."
FoodieAboutTown
"Went to mahjong on Thursday night with 3 girlfriends , we had set menu, $59 per head . Including 10 different items to share, my favourite was the..."
Cherre
"New mahjong. Not sure if this is a new place or not, because the staff seem to know people, but anyway it was a good night, delicious meal from the..."
Simon Tsui
"John Sampson. Been going to Mahjong regularly since it opened and have never been disappointed.The new refurbishment suits it down to a tee with..."
Sampsonjohnp
"For those who want a new style of Chinese food experience. Modern new fit out and a modern new menu. Just like some of the hip places in Hong Kong or..."
Geoff Kliger
"Had a craving for yum cha. We headed over to Mahjong (165 Fitzroy St St Kilda) for an early yum cha session after our trip to St. Kilda farmers..."
Jeroxie
"Whatever By Mahjong - cool new name and makeover. We called by Mahjong last week and were surprised by a whole new look and menu and bar area. After..."
It's Just Food
"2017 edits. So after a few years.. I have decided to go back there and have another all you can eat Yumcha.I was super excited..."
Food Dine Roll
"Loved it the food was beautiful my partner and I enjoyed our evening just a bit on the expensive side good customer service. We will..."
Monica
"Enjoyed a sunny Saturday afternoon in the company of old friends, delighting in some very yummy yum cha accompanied by bubbles (Moët $128 bottle)...."
Madame Bubbles
"Very nice. Had a lovely meal here with friends a few weeks ago. We chose a mystery banquet option, where you pay just under $60 per head, tell the..."
Sian Bo
"Very nice food, though expect to pay top $. Honey Pepper beef was our favourite. Though $9 for 1 San choi bau I thought was..."
Peter N Chris Semetas
"Excellent Yum Cha!. Beautiful decor and fantastic, fresh yum cha! The service was great and the food was wonderful with plenty of vegetarian/vegan..."
Grimm
"We were a group of 10 people and the staff were great, very attentive from the moment we got in there until we left. The food is always amazing when..."
Ciara Wright
"We chose this place just randomly, as we walked by. Food was delicious! It's on the pricey side, but we didn't mind. Food came and everything looked..."
Akosita Marie Sikaleti
"Very hip Chinese restaurant, with a cool bar and a nice cocktail selection. They do $39 pp all-you-can-eat yum cha on Tuesdays! Will have to try it..."
A Doctor's Orders
"Beautiful interior, beautiful friendly staff and amazing food. As a coeliac there wasn't a huge variety for me however they DID have gluten free soy..."
Jess Fernandez
"Probably the best and freshest yum cha in Melbourne. Lost a star for not bringing the desserts even after asking three time, eventually we gave up...."
Rob Jack
"Absolutely amazing!!! I would 100% recommend. Came for dinner because there was a bit of a wait at Milk the Cow down the road. So glad we did. The..."
Angelika Fewtrell
Embassy97
74/100 (187 ratings)
Restaurants
French
European
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Duck
Mussels
Escargot
Crepes
Snails
"For a french restaraunt it was reasonably priced. I had the beef wellington which was nice but would of liked it not well done.. sauce it came with..."
Sharrelle
"..."
Yonggyu Park
"Food was great as was the service. Price was a little on the high end but well worth every cent. It's never overly busy which is surprising great..."
David Grdić
"On a very cold St Kilda weeknight it was a given that we weren't inclined to traverse too far in search of some quality sustenance. We settled on..."
Erin
"The food was sublime, the service was efficient and our waiter was very friendly. Not to mention, the crème brûlée we ordered for dessert was..."
Veronika Wlodarczyk
"Thank you for an amazing lunch. ..have not have food this good for a long time,and the service was brilliant. The waitress was such nice and friendly..."
Solveig Borg
"Great French food. A little gem in St. Kilda. Attentive and friendly waiter and stylish environs. We visited on an evening with two fixed menus to..."
Erik Corry
"Came with a voucher, and what a beautiful bistro and such a great deal. Amazing food, service is perfect and this place is so cosy and relaxing. We..."
Siara Insta
Riva St. Kilda
71/100 (714 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Salad
Duck
Oyster
Calamari
Calamares
Paella
Fish
Sit down
Australian
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Had an awesome dinner! Perfect setting for a special occasion. But too loud. Romantic setting. A group of us had a delicious dinner & staff were..."
Keren Green
"We've been to Riva few times in the past couple of years and it never fails to impress. We love the food and deserts are to die for. Easy parking,..."
Maria Sahas
"Wedding Review Bethany, Maia and the team at Riva St Kilda were phenomenal to work with. No idea or request of ours was too much and they did..."
Nicole Gallacher
"Awesome private function room, overlooking the perfect water view. Highly recommend to..."
Samantha Warriner
"Amazing food and fantastic staff especially the 2 luvly peeps from Windsor UK ! You made our night even more fun and fabulous . See you in the summer..."
Sam Quinton
"Amazing experience, great views, food was fantastic!! Thanks Riva..."
Chloe Jean
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