The best 10 restaurants and places to eat in Windsor, April 2024

Pidapipo

90/100 (976 ratings)

Dessert

Restaurants

Italian

Ice Cream

Gelato

Italian

Takeout

Cheap Eats

"My favourite gelato chain has now opened closer to home and I could not be happier. Although it is winter the nutella swirl does not disappoint-..."

Vivian

"When you get gelato right, you get it right; and Pidapipo is one of those places that absolutely gets it right. With it's super creamy texture, it's..."

Morgs71

"This place is one of our favorite gelato shops in Melbourne. We like to get pistachio ice cream here. It is not too sweet and very creamy too. Today..."

Eat_today_diet_tomorrow

"I love gelato and this has to be the best I’ve ever tasted. Delicious, wish there was one closer to home but each time I’m in area I head on..."

Littleguy11

"Better than Messina up the road. Less flavours to choose from, yes, but better quality ingredients and just better quality in general. Best..."

Desiree Munro

"Definitely one that is not to be missed in Melbourne! There is always a long wait for their gelatos and it does justify because they are..."

M3lissa____

"It was a beautiful Saturday night when we came for ice cream, the queue were out the door but moving quickly. This was my first time so I was looking..."

Makan

"This Italian gelato is the best ice cream in Melbourne . Finally took my husband to try his first Pidapipo , and he was in heaven despite the not so..."

Putriku

"Tried the coconut flavour and it was so refreshing, perfect for summer! Customer service was nice and friendly. Would be back for more..."

KEL

"Love love love this place!! Texture is so good and they have a nice range of flavours which makes it so difficult me to choose. My favourite would..."

S Zinger

"Had the apple crumple and banana, fudge and honeycomb flavours. Nice texture ice cream, creamy without being overwhelming, delicate but rich in..."

Linda

"Simply my choice of gelato in town. Super glad I don't have to cross town to Carlton for a fix. Hook me up and inject this stuff straight to my..."

ABC3147

"😱Lizzie’s first impression: 16 degrees outside on a Sunday night and there’s still a line at pidapipo. 🍩Lizzie enjoyed: the..."

Lizzie Eats Melbourne

"When we came here, I knew which flavour I wanted. When we went inside, the lady said that they're out of pistachio ice cream and my heart sank -..."

Jess (@isthatmyfood)

"Prices have gone up relative to what you see on the zomato menu - but flavours are still awesome. We got a one litre tub of pistachio ice cream to..."

Joanne | Melbournecitay

"The staff here are much nicer than their Lygon street cousins. I got a big tub of ice cream to take home with my favourites salted caramel and..."

Hungry Little Dinosaur

"Second time trying Pidapipo now and the flavours hadn’t disappoint. Full of flavour and not too sickly sweet. Could not resist even on a windy..."

Lunarcry

"I love the ice cream from Pidapippo. (No difference in quality from its other branches) My favourite flavours are probably the salted caramel and the..."

Vanessa

"Deeelicious little joint that serves up one of the best ice cream / gelato in Melbourne! They have classic ice cream flavours and also a good variety..."

Kris L

"Packed to the brim, Pidapipo shines through with its beautiful flavours and lovely staff. Cool tunes play and the business creates a good vibe...."

Kate

"Some swear by Pidapipo, some swear by Messina, but me personally, I think we really shouldn't discriminate against gelato of any sorts or origin...."

Hello. Imnikki

"Definitely worth the line up! Amazing gelato with interesting and delicious flavors. Very friendly and helpful staff- even patient with the likes of..."

Lauren Neuro-Noopsie

"Whilst my hazelnut scoop was only slightly above average, the salted caramel I had was too notch and one of the better ones I've had in a..."

AaronN

"Tastes good overall, the warm Nutella is the gem.But if you try few more times, the creamy white ice cream all sort of tastes the..."

Charlotte Cooper

"Queues for about 5 mins on a Sat night and had the mascarpone with blueberry jam and stickydate pudding. So delicious and creamy. I’ve tried the..."

Flying Riceball

"Had 2 flavours and both very unique. The service was friendly and the ice cream was pretty good too. The serving size was good in comparison. Enjoyed..."

Josie

"My usual go to is Messina but today I thought I’d finally try Pidapipo. There were great flavours to choose from, today I felt like something..."

Simmyeats.Melb

"This is my most favourite gelato shop in Melbourne.. I had the mascarpone & berry.. it taste really very good! I tried the kiwi sorbet that my friend..."

Kerli Kerli Kerli

"Nice gelato outlet with many option available. They have some seat outside and inside. Nice decorations inside. They also served some other dessert..."

Yulz

"Love this place and stop in quite often. Always enjoy the coconut and the Banoffee flavour was also pretty good. Wish they were open later on some..."

Chris Anderson

"If you want to eat one of the best Gelatos not only in Melbourne but in the world try this place. I am a gelato connoisseur and their pistachio..."

Alisha Guzder ❤️🙋🏻‍♀️👩🏻‍🍳

"The ice cream here was delicious! Had the nutella swirl with whipped cream, amazing. My partner had the nutella swirl + pistachio and loved..."

Lauren Millard

"Got the pistachio, chocolate and one of their specials with a name I could not pronounce and therefore cannot remember at all.. but the gelato was..."

Jamie

"Absolute favourite of all times...best gelato I have have ever had...salted caramel and pistachio flavour taste like heaven ( and not too sweet like..."

Li Lisa

"Two words: salted caramel. One word: dying. This place is the best. Creamy texture, the freshest of fresh flavours and an excellent selection of..."

This Diner Is Anonymous

"One word = Amazing. When we arrived the line was around the corner, after taking the first lick it’s easy to see why. Scoop 1) pistachio, scoop 2)..."

The Go Go Mumma

"Pidapipo is my favourite gelateria in Melbourne. Their hazelnut ice cream is just unbeatable. More often than not, there is a line for their ice..."

Melbournefoodie

"This place is great and usually a quicker service than Carlton. Would definitely recommend the hazelnut but don't be afraid to ask to taste other..."

Dani Boudville

"This is by far one of the best gelato places I’ve ever been to! Great gelato and very affordable. Customer service is also very good. Highly..."

Jennifer

"Very interesting and unique flavours! Chill ambience and the staff is fast. Recommended flavours : Fior di Latte, very milky and nice. Banana milk,..."

Vanny

"There was a line out the door on a cold winters day, which shows just how popular this ice creamery is. The ice cream is wonderfully creamy, and the..."

Lisa Giles

"I had the coconut and chocolate brownies covered in hot Nutella, it tasted very good and wasn’t overly sweet. I would definitely come back again to..."

Mish 🍔❤️

"An ice cream store which rivals the best. To many, it is the best Melbourne has to offer.The ice cream is very smooth and creamy. I love the..."

Tinmans Treats

"Highly recommended gelato to sort out your sweet crazing. Nutella swirl and pistachio flavours are highly recommended. I'm keen to come back again..."

JW

"Yummmmmm salted caramel with malt and milk chocolate pieces omg 😍😍 with Nutella on top, seriously soo good. Also had a scoop of white choc and..."

Vege Eats

"Without a doubt Pidapipo has the best ice cream in Melbourne. Every time I go I remember why I love it so much. The pistachio ice cream is the..."

Simply WonderFood

"Pidapipo is an ice cream for all seasons for no reasons. Even on a cold winters day it’s guaranteed to hit that sweet spot and going by the lines..."

PS91

"Tried the cookie and brownie today. It was not too sweet but not great either. Previously had other flavours at pidapipo which I enjoyed much more...."

Bear Noms

"Finished my bbq wagyu beef and felt like something cold so did a zomato search and wanted to try this place since I have not been here before...."

Foodiee

"Pretty much the same as the Lygon store. The flavours seem mostly the same as well. There's a few seats indoors though. The gelato is just as..."

Julycheee

"Pidapipó is one of our favourite gelaterie in Melbourne. It is hugely popular, and for good reason. Gorgeous flavours and the beautiful velvety..."

Gelido

"Best place for dessert! Always be here after anytime having dinner around windsor. I love the pistachio and nutella swirl flavour! The place is also..."

Jasmine

"Hands down my favourite dessert place. I’m on a mission to try every flavour but so far my favs are hazelnut, pistachio and watermelon. Also bring..."

Whatisfinedining

"Like a moth to a flame I felt a strong desire to join the crowds on the other side of the street outside Pidapipo gelato on Chapel. I fell in love..."

Espy Eats

"Panic as I line up. I only have a select time to choose what flavours I want. I wanted to stick to the sorbetti because I absolutely adore Pidapipo's..."

Mustard

"Italian gelato at it’s finest. We came here on a scorching afternoon finding Pidapipo with out any costumers! This place must be packed at night..."

Cindy Tran

"This is one of my favourite ice-cream places. Real Italian home made ice-cream with real Italian fresh off the boat staff. They have wonderful..."

Steve Levon

"This has long been on my wishlist due to its high rating and reputation... and I finally got around to it tonight! I like it's purest approach to..."

Amy

"Excellent gelato and a great selection of flavours! I'd always gone passed and wondered why there were often droves of people lining up outside this..."

Kimberley Leggett

"Tried the hazelnut flavoured ice-cream and it was the best ice-cream I have ever had. You can definitely taste the hazelnut and it’s the perfect..."

Dalena.155

" This is a very cute gelato shop with wonderful gelato. We had the rockmelon, mint and banana milk with peanut brittle. They were all pretty..."

Amy

"This is my favourite gelato place in Melbourne. My top flavours are hazelnut and pistachio. I tried the fior di latte which was rather plain but the..."

IEats

"Best gelato in Melbourne by far. What I love about their ice cream is it's not overly sweet. Some ice creams are sickly sweet and leave your mouth..."

Kwanzai

"Excellent ice cream/gelato! I recently chose a scoop of the fresh mint & white chocolate with Nutella on top and it was delicious. The flavour..."

Followthefoodmelbourne

"Another amazing gelateria! I love the story behind this place, google it and have a read. Just lovely 😊This is another place that has Nutella..."

KnowingMelbourne

"This is my favourite gelateria in the greater Melbourne region. All the top gelateria in Melbourne make their products fresh, with seasonal..."

Denii

"Pidapipo. Very lovely ice cream store. Light flavour but full of freshness. I like the salted caramel ice cream and must try. Highly recommended for..."

Steven Gu

"Simply Amazing ice cream!Had Nutella Swirl and Fior de latte topped with crunchy peanuts coated in caramelLoved the treat!Ratings:..."

Aayushi Mehra

"I'm a massive ice cream and Gelato Messina fan and heard a lot about Pidapipos... finally got around to give it a try tonight and it was very yummy...."

Lisa Gresens

"After visiting the Pidapipo store on Lygon, we couldn’t wait to have it again at their shop in Windsor! We came on a weekday afternoon so there..."

Stelly

"My high rating is based on the flavour of the gelato alone, not the average service. This gelato is absolutely incredible! The smoothness and..."

Kevin

"LIT!: I'm a huge fan of pidapippo, though only a few flavours: the pistachio, salted caramel and mango were ordered today. I loved each one and this..."

Jennitals

"My partner managed to find a park for dinner right next to Pidapipo so I immediately knew what was on the cards for dessert. This was his first time..."

Good Food Good Mood

"We ordered Nutella swirl and Pistachios and it was great as always! Be prepared for a queue if you are here in the evening and dinner time but it is..."

JasMine Yun

"Best ice cream I've had, we got the Nutella and the pistachio one. So rich and full of flavour, you can taste the quality. It's only a small serve..."

Tori

"Even if it was snowing outside I would eat Pidapipo's ice-cream, it is for me the best going around. I bloody well love it! My top picks are..."

Tomlovestoeat

"PidapipoDefinitely up there in my 'favourites'Quality Ice Cream guaranteed every time. Staff are always friendly which is a bonus...."

Icecreamofmelbourne

"I had heard good things about this place and as a fan of ice cream I had to try this. Great ice cream so nice and sliky and not too creamy. Had some..."

Nay Nay

"In one line "They are simply outstanding at everything they serve" Our personal favorites were Salted Caramel, White Chocolate with Mint,..."

Ozzy Kunnu

"Zomatos done it again. An amazing recommendation, that's even underrated. Where to begin, the most flawless ice cream I've had in a long while...."

Rachael

"It’ the middle of winter in Melbourne and whats better than getting (hypothermia) some creamy gelato? I use to think people lining up for..."

TillyEats

"Pidapipo has been on our radar for a while, as a potential substitute (though can one really substitute their one true love?) on Lygon St, and so we..."

Charlie Daniels (Curious Charlie)

"Felt like any other gelato place. I can't remember what I ordered but I wasn't impressed! It looks a bit different but somehow leaves you with a cold..."

FoodHedonist

"A fantastic ice cream location in Windsor. I had the Pistachio and salted caramel flavours which were both fantastic. The salted caramel tasted..."

Jennifer Gong

"The only flavour I've tried is the nutella swirl and I've had it a few times. I should try another flavour but it just so good I just keep coming..."

TravisV

"DO: All the flavours but Salted Caramel is the shiz. DON'T: Forget to combine with Nutella Free Hand swirl on top. TIP: Gets..."

David Food Leasing

"One of the best handmade ice cream in town. Worth the wait and all the pushing and shoving you have to go through! Definitely recommend their..."

欣玲刘

"BEST GELATO EVER. Tried the nutella swirl and it was superb!!! Also went in for the watermelon sorbet (not in the picture) and it was light..."

Joanna Shaddai

"I LOVE pidapipo! I go there far too often as I live so close! My standard favourites are the bananas and milk and the coffee. Went there tonight (and..."

Maddie Kingham

"Oh so creamy! Forever the best! Banana milk makes me so happy. Keep on keepin pidapipo number 1 in Melbourne for sure. That Nutella tap makes me feel..."

Ali Hameed

"This has not been my first time here but rather I have been here multiple of times. I had tried their pistachio, coconut, coffee & brownie, and..."

DuckieLovesToEat

"Pidapipo my love! Your gelato is the creamy goodness talked about on Olymp. If you have never had gelato don't start here or you will never again..."

MelbFoodHunter

"The watermelon flavour is by far my favourite. Sometimes they run out of the choc flavour, prob due t it being popular. Yet to try any other flavours..."

Rachael W

"Best pistachio gelato I've ever had!Look forward to trying out all the other flavoursThe line was much shorter than Carlton's.Friendly..."

The Epicurean

"The guys and I popped into the newish Windsor store of Pidapido for a post-dinner gelato. The stuff is definitely up there with the best of them,..."

Donutsam

"I've had a lot of pistachio ice creams in my life and hands down this is the best one in Melbourne!!! So authentic and creamy Had the..."

NoMeat

"Tried the Watermelon sorbet and it was delicious! I added the Nutella sauce inside the cone as well which I really enjoyed (probably not the best..."

Thuyteeisaboy

"Authentic gelati on the hip and happening end of Chapel Street. Not as glam or hyped as the Messina juggernaut but good solid flavours. I had the..."

Greedygreedyguts

"Favourite place before it was discovered. So I first discovered Pidapippo as a little popup store that just happened to be conveniently located near..."

Hungry Rambler

"Brownie points for being a family run business, unfortunately the brownie and coffee ice cream wasn't that great - it tasted like cheap brownie mix..."

Vegieface

"Place is vibrant and friendly service, however very limited seating... bummer.Asked for 3 scoopsNutella swirlFresh mint and..."

Superqdawgg

"Long queue at the shop after dinner hours. Ordered pistachio and cookie & cream ice cream with Nutella swirl. Creamy texture. Nice. Worth a try if..."

Lilian Pu Yue

"Another place for gelati! Yay! But just like the other popular competition, they have very limited seating to eat in... hmm.I like the malted..."

Ramieleatsshootsandleaves

"After the Harry Potter themed bar event at Good Things I was still up for dessert so I suggested Pidapipo as it was highly recommended by a blogger..."

Ta.be.tabi

"The best Italian ice cream in melbourne by far!! (And were confident in saying we've tried almost all!) how can you look beyond that Nutella tap?!..."

@twogoodtoresist

"The hazelnut once again didn’t disappoint. I still maintain its the best thing that’s ever come out of this gelateria. Hazelnut flavour came..."

Penguineats

"The other night I found myself at Readings on Lygon Street, then braving the masses at Brunetti. As I walked out I was directed toward the more..."

Eat Like Ushi

"One of my favourite ice cream places! There's one incredible flavour that I can never get out of my head which is the Banana Milk one! Tastes just..."

Steph

"Ok so I have been to Italy and back and this far out does any of the sorbet I have tried. I have yet to try their gelato but my mate swears by it...."

Mostly Asian

"I'm really glad that they finally opened another branch.Their gelato is very tasty, especially my favorite from Carlton branch -..."

Shlomi

"A Warm Nutella tap... OMG, YUM ! How could you not get excited! I had the Nutella swirl and the mascarpone & raspberry which went super together, it..."

Jar-Fed

"Fabulous ! I have tried Nutella swirl and banana milk flavor with hot Nutella topping ! It's one of the best gelato in town...."

Ivy Bui

"The ice cream here is so good..creamy and rich but its not overly sweet. I tried Bacio flavour which I really like. I'll definitely go back to try..."

LittleM

"texture & flavour is great - it's not too sweet, though flavours selection wise probably not as creative as some of the other gelato places like..."

Jonathan Ong

"Came here on the coldest bloody night ever! I love the decor inside, very fun and colourful, the music is blasted, keeping your vibe up with the bars..."

Shelly

"This is the greatest place. Best ice cream shop in Australia. Different flavours and combinations. It's a must to visit and keep on visiting...."

Richard

"Dedicated to using the finest ingredients, Pidapipo gelateria create daily-churned, seasonal gelato flavours in their part-experimental kitchen and..."

The City Lane

"Everyone loves ice-cream right? Well, even for those who don’t get excited over ice-cream, I firmly believe that Italian style gelato will persuade..."

Awwyum Productions

"Had the Nutella Swirl + Salted Caramel delivered using uber eats.It was AMAZING.Will definitely have to visit the store and get the full..."

Shabnam Rasif

"Visited pidapipo when they newly opened in Windsor, there was still some constructing work occurring while we were there, which wasn't very pleasant,..."

Natasha Juchkov (Culinary Runway)

"I can never remember the name of this ice cream store. All I know it starts with 'P', can be found on Lygon St (and only recently I learned about..."

FoodforThought

"Hands down the best pistachio icecream I have ever eaten. Also tried chocolate which was very nice. Texture is very nice, very smooth and creamy...."

Mlbnki

"Was super excited to hear that Pidapipo was coming south side! Tried their coconut gelato which had a nice coconut flavour and was very creamy and..."

Keen For Cuisine

"Even though the days are getting shorter and the weather is getting cooler, our ongoing quest for gelato continues. After a function in Prahran’s..."

Eat And Be Merry Crew

"Y’all also probably know by now that I’m also quite fond of Pidapipo’s gelati’s, particularly their pistachio and now fortunately, their..."

Ashley

"At last from Carlton to chapel street .Top notch ice cream, creamy , smooth taste . The staff is friendly .. Good amount of flavours . My fav is..."

Olive&Merlot

"Had the two scoops for $7 with the flavours: 'nutella swirl' and 'mascarpone raspberry & meringue'. The flavours went really well together! The..."

Melissa Yeap

"I love the fact that it's a true authentic Italian gelato place - and they are such lovely people!!! Definitely choose this over Messina - simply for..."

Anderson Tong

"Very generous portion sizes for a great price ($4 for one scoop, $6 for two). I found the one scoop was enough. Pistachio flavour is definitely..."

Nomnom

"I usually have the salted caramel when visiting the Lygon shop, but this time I decided to try other flavours. I've been missing out on these amazing..."

Chisyelda Oey

"This place gives Messina a run for it's money. It's all about trying and finding the flavours you like. I had the Peanut Butter, Nutella..."

Experiencejoysoflife

"One of my favourite gelato places in Melbourne. Went on their grand opening and got the limited edition gelato liaison. Also tried their sorbet. So..."

Patronus

"Really lovely and light smooth ice cream. Like eating silk. Just a joy to eat. The flavour could have been punchier though. I really like the blood..."

Nelly

"Very nice icecream! Nice and soft. Definitely try hazelnut and pistachio, both which are full of nutty flavour. The blood plum, well - I was..."

David Lew

"新店更大，有个gelato bar，比carlton多了些有趣的口味（比如avocado+lime, mojito之类的），还多了新的吃法，包括'gelato..."

JZY

"Delicious gelato! Forget waiting in line at some other hip gelaterias around Melbourne (not naming names) - pidapipo is the real deal, with only a..."

Brungiel

"What started as a pop-up store in late 2013 is today a gelateria with a reputation for offering fresh, delicious gelato produced in the authentic..."

Gastrology

"As a south side snob, I never had the pleasure of visiting Pidapipo on Lygon street due to my fear of the north (there are wildlings and whitewalkers..."

Avolette

"One of the best gelato places in Melbourne. This is the second store opened after their first in Carlton. The gelato was very smooth and well..."

Luke And Hannah

"It would appear I have a problem. I am a self confessed ice cream/gelati/frozen yogurt kind of lady. This is all well and good for the average person..."

Ashiepops

"1. I share this favour combination after many many many attempts at finding the perfect flavours. I’ve found them. Chocolate, pistachio, salted..."

Liv P

"Update 24/4/22 - The Asian looking girl served me less than the “1 scoop” I paid for. I think she needs to be supervised and retrained so that..."

Adarsh Prabhu

"Love Pidapipó. Love their gelati, especially pistachio and cookie ones. Love their sorbet, so fruity so refreshing. Great packaging..."

Serena Huh

"It was a warm autumn night, wife and I needed ice cream. A friend recommended this place, only 15 mins from Oakleigh. The peanut butter gelato is..."

Roland De Cruz

"Delicious ice cream. Was a line even on a cold night. Worth..."

Rachael Angley

Tommy Ruff Fishbar

87/100 (1628 ratings)

Restaurants

Vegetarian Friendly

Seafood

Australian

Vegetarian Friendly

Dinner

Lunch

Salad

Calamari

Fish

Seafood

Australian

Gift Cards Available

Highchairs Available

Takeout

Reservations

Seating

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"We went yesterday for my dad’s birthday and the food � was amazing, it’s a bit pricey but it’s worth it. I have to say the best seafood..."

Rechelle Estipona

"Great night, good atmosphere, delicious food - seafood platter tasted so fresh. Great work Tommy and staff!!! Wait staff were great. Highly..."

Lissa Liss

"My best friend and I are repeat customers at this amazing little place and honestly every time we go there it is incredible. The staff make the..."

Tazz Somerville

"This is the best place we have EVER eaten seafood. You guys have such an amazing restaurant and great staff. We will be back many times. Compliments..."

Vicky McClure

"Great place, relaxed really casual with friendly staff. The seafood platter was amazing served with cold drinks and a smile and a chat. Loved it..."

Ian Bayfield

"What a great seafood experience.The seafood platter was divine. Highly recommended. Would definitely go back and try the flounder and potato..."

Kara Pylka

"Amazing food, amazing service. We had the seafood platter for two. Good value, nice flavours and everything cooked well. Costa is a..."

Anne Reddy

"Amazing food and great vibes. The best Southern fried fish you'll ever taste..."

Ash Owen

"Wow, what can I say? The meal was fantastic, would definitly come again. Highly..."

Stella Kakalis

"Went yesterday with my family and i was surprised with the selections of their yummy and fresh seafoods. Looks can be..."

Elly Concepcion

"Best seafood e v e r y time..."

Maria Teresa Iannucci

"Amazing food. I love the taste the freshness. Def go back a million times. The crab hotpot was amazing. We went to the one in Mordialloc. Staff was..."

Ringo Vicious

"4.5/5Super fresh and tasty! Calamari was really soft and well cooked, garlic prawns delicious! Grilled fish was fresh but not as tasty as the..."

Denny Patron

"I’m slowly working my way around the Tommy Ruff menu and after five visits, there’s nothing I don’t enjoy here. Some highlights of my..."

Joanne | Melbournecitay

"Comfortable spot for some delicious fish and a variety of sides, from tasty salads to super crunchy sweet potato chips. The atmosphere and decor,..."

Foodies.and.Coe

"Service and food are both good. The waiters and waitress are patient and nice...."

Lihuan Guan

"I'm not usually a big fan of fish and chips but this place does it very well! Great fish and chips, not all greasy, very fresh and very tasty!..."

THE HUNGRY CAT

"A seafood lovers dream! Tommy Ruff has been on my radar for a long while, and so when presented with the opportunity to go with two friends, it was a..."

Kevin & Emily

"My boyfriend and I love this place, usually come here for a date night. The battered calamari rings and fish tacos are good. Service is also amazing..."

Facebook User

"4.6Quality seafoodEverything I ate was fresh and cooked to perfectionAtmosphere was fantastic place was buzzingSeafood platter..."

Jonathan Voulgaris

"I was super impressed with the vegan options at Tommy Ruff! We tried the TOFU CURRY, which was my favourite. So flavoursome, with..."

Jessica Sargeant (Unbeleafablefood)

"The table service is absolutely wonderful here! Staff are pleasant and attentive. Our food came out all at once and there was minimal waiting...."

Cindy

"I’m so happy I found Tommy ruff. I’m all about fresh fish and healthy salads, and they have nailed it. To start PRAWN TACOS - dusted in..."

Dave

"Really really yummy, non greasy, flavourful food. Very happy when I eat here. The southern fried fish is amazing. Chowder is good too. The staff is..."

DT

"Always love this place when I’m craving seafood. Fish quality is amazing and the fish tacos are always a fave. The only thing was for the poke..."

Donna Mae

"Great funky atmosphere! Friendly staff and the Chef’s platter had lots of variety. My favourite was the Mini Burger. Not my favourite hang out but..."

Selina

"Really good fish and chips that is of great quality ! Service is always really good here . Love the Greek salad , they give you a huge chunk of feta!..."

Vivian

"Just superb fish and chips! The fish was fresh and the batter was light and crispy. The chips were super crunchy and not too greasy. This place..."

The Brunchabout Diaries

"The restaurant transports you to the docks and is decked out accordingly. Service was attentive from the get go, we order a couple of apple ciders..."

Mustard

"Came specifically to try this beauty of a tower, the Chef's Platter for 2. It's slightly different on the new updated menu, $85 but we shared it..."

Kylie

"Had a wonderful dinner experience last night. The staff were amazing from the start (especially Marnis) and super accommodating with us and our..."

Nancy Rodriguez

"Wandered in on Monday - a public holiday - and nabbed at table with a view of the street. A friendly greeting and menus and water arrived. There..."

Alison Read

"Tonight we were looked after by Clinton. The atmosphere was awesome, everyone was relaxed, eating and drinking and happy. We knew when we..."

Marina Ung

"Came to Tommy Ruff to satisfy our seafood cravings after scrolling through a few places on Zomato. We ordered the Chef’s Platter for 2 + and the..."

Kevin & Lorraine

"The Southern fried fish was amazing. Highly recommend! Soft shell crab burger was also unreal, great service, great music.. all round sick joint...."

Andrés Pascoe

"Hella fancy fish n chip shop! Fresh good quality seafood cooked in very clean oil. Beautifully light and well seasoned, big portions too! Will..."

Hungry Little Dinosaur

"Had an amazing experience here. Amazing food, beyond amazing wait staff who were super attentive and accommodating, and good vibes all..."

Kylie Chan

"Best sweet potato chips I’ve had! And I’ve had a lot! The grilled calamari was also fantastic and cooked perfectly, will definitely be back to..."

Kyah English

"ordered today’s special orange roughy with chips as well as black rice salad, seafood chowder and tacos. The fillet was super fresh and the chips..."

Andy Han

"Tommy Ruff is my favourite place for seafood. I haven’t had a dish here that I don’t like yet. The seafood is fresh and executed well: the fish..."

Willtravelforfood17

"Can not fault this place. Nice and friendly staff with warm welcoming at door. We had chef platter for two. The portion is huge for us. Seafood is..."

Laurence Song

"4.5Life's simple pleasure - fish and chips. Imagine a fish coated in crispy batter, that was flaky yet firm to bite and paired with hot and..."

Hello. Imnikki

"Came here during lunch time and we absolutely had a wonderful time. The waitress was very helpful and friendly, guided us through the menu as this..."

Sharon Goh

"Food:Blue swimmer crab: Nice flavour and very fresh crab. There is whole 3 crab but only 14 dollars which is a good price. Fish Burger:..."

Jimmy Qiu

"We are regulars at Tommy Ruff . The food is always delicious, freshly cooked and well presented. I highly recommend the salmon Scewers and..."

Homerj

"The best Aussie seafood I’ve ever had❤️❤️❤️❤️Everything is just soooo fresh and yum!! They cooked salmon in 3 different ways, fried..."

Mo Chan

"We LOVE this place!! We have been coming since they opened, consistent and good quality - always keen to try their new specials (crispy barramundi..."

Mnz.raw

"amazing customer service! Great vibes and cool fish water jugs 😃 we tried the chefs platter with some tasty extras and was a very generous portion..."

Long Black With Cinnamon

"The best fish and chips I've ever had (so far)!! Ordered:🐟 Tacklebox for 2: 2 house fish, 4 calamari rings,..."

Jasmine

"I absolutely loved this place! The interior boasts a tasteful sea theme, and staff were friendly and attentive. I did find their "fish water jugs" a..."

M.

"I came here with a few friends for dinner on a Saturday and we were blown away! The fish was AMAZING and I’d say the calamari was probably the best..."

Renee

"Came here late at night where almost other restaurants were closed. Ordered the Spiked burger which is basically a massive yummy fish burger. The..."

Ignatia

"Feeling like seafood I suggested we try out Tommy’s. My big Brother had already chosen our dish, before we even arrived. “The Chef’s platter”..."

The Go Go Mumma

"Good spot for some quick food and had some lunch here. Mate and I shared the seafood platter which we thought looked super impressive. Heaps off food..."

Chris Anderson

"Chef’s platter for 2+ consisted of Tommy’s fish tacos, oysters, grilled fish, skewers, fish wings, prawns, calamari & chips ($79). When the..."

Josephine

"Amazing food and service. We had the barramundi special with the black rice salad and the Atlantic salmon meal with the classic salad as well as..."

Mish 🍔❤️

"Came here last night with my boyfriend - what an amazing night! We ordered the seafood platter after seeing the pictures and positive reviews online..."

Natasha Ellen

"Absolutely delicious fresh no pretender kind of good food! Lots of fish and seafood choices. Loved our ocean trout with Japanese soba noodles. The..."

David Hewitt

"Went here for a casual lunch with some friends and decided to order the Chef’s Platter, not knowing what to expect. It was good value for the..."

Anonymous Panda

"Tommy Ruff is my go to place for seafood on Chapel st, great vibe down the Windsor end with a lot happening around you with all the other..."

Mr Foodie

"Passed by a few nights ago for dinner. What a place!We enjoyed the Chef’s platter, which was bursting with flavours with every bite..."

SavouryMunch

"Everyone has there local fish and chips store! I feel Tommy Ruff is a destination point if you want out standing fish and chips! Not like your..."

Sticky Rice

"We saw the Seafood platter on Instagram and loved what we saw. When we went to this venue with our friends, we were blown away. The staff, the..."

Whenfoodsonpoint

"Came here for the first time and ordered the platter and my gosh it is value for money! Everything was delicious on the platter and the fish is just..."

The Official Food Hunters

"Highly recommend the chefs platter for two! My favourite parts were the calamari and fish tacos. Best fish tacos in Melbourne. Such good value for..."

C

"Brought my boo here on his birthday🎂 it was all packed when we arrived, the waitress was nice enough get us a good table for this occasion 🤗..."

Little Picky Very Hungry

"Fish Taco’s and salmon skewers? Yes please!!! I love Tommy Ruff for a delicious and hearty meal. The restaurant itself is really nice and there are..."

Being Delicious

"LIT!: the customer service was great. A lady checked up on us a few times to make sure everything was okay. What I love is that you can grab some..."

Jennitals

"Tommy Ruff is definitely a place to satisfy your seafood cravings. The menu has a large selection and prices are really reasonable.The flathead..."

FoodforThought

"Tommy Ruff's is my new favourite place on Chapel St, Fish Bar is the perfect title as this little gem is definitely better than a fish and chip shop..."

Ryan Hearps

"It’s an above average fish and chip shop. Ordered a mix of dim sims, potato cake, calamari, chips, and a salad. All were tasty with decent..."

The Darth Zader

"They got my order wrong twice but they did replace it. The grilled fish was pretty good and the chips are tasty. Lamb gyros was pretty good as well...."

Marissa

"Had a lovely dinner with friends. Tommy Ruff in Windsor is a hip and nice vibe and the staff are really friendly and have a can do attitude. The food..."

FoodieGuru_770

"The best seafood I’ve ever tasted, so full of flavour. Staff was super friendly. Will definitely be taking all my friends and family back here!..."

Claudia Russo

"We ordered the tacklebox for two and a side of onion rings. The battered fish was cooked to perfection and the seafood was fresh. I enjoyed the..."

Hangry Horace

"Service and food was on point, loved the crab and chips were crispy af. Would recommend, 10/10 would calamari again! Frank Collins would appreciate..."

Mathisha Vidyaratne

"DO: The fish and chips obviously. Best fish and chips in Melbourne. Loved the fish and meal for two. If too big, do the individual hook and line..."

David Food Leasing

"I love Tommy Ruff in Elsternwick and I now love the Ruff in Windsor. I chose the soft shell crab burger with a side of sweet potato fries and the..."

Ethan Wasserman

"Good fish and chips with a twist! Fish burgers are popular here, I would ask for a little less sauce in my burger next time! Sweet potato chips..."

Chi Chi

"Great service , great fish and chips and value. Always looking for something fishy, came here tonight very busy and loved the atmosphere.Panko..."

Fishybusiness781

"I personally think Tommy Ruff Fish Bar is one of my favourite places to go for seafood. The price is reasonably and worth the chef’s platter...."

Neath Kong

"Massive fan of Tommy ruff and would highly recommend. I have been back on multiple occasions and have tried the main platter which serves up..."

JLN

"Sorry about the lack of photo, I was having too much of a good time!Food was amazing, the crab was a lot of fun and so well priced. Staff..."

Cacti Eats

"Always have fresh seafood dishes when I’m here. The Poke Bowl was flavourful and simple. The portions are well-sized and the service is friendly..."

Doran

"Food was great. (Fish was on the small side but generous serving of delicious salad) There’s a wide variety to choose from the menu. We went on Fri..."

Caztanza

"What a place! Such a great casual restaurant, the menu is super extensive that I will absolutely be back again very soon, to try all the other..."

Sweetlikesugar

"Soooo yummy! One of the best fish and chips I've had. Great place, lovely ambience and fantastic staff. All the staff that served us were great to..."

Just A Girl Who Loves Food

"Awesome spot for lunch, super friendly staff and casual atmosphere. Had the Salmon Burger which was good but going to go back and try the superfood..."

ScottW

"As far as a fish and chip joint goes this is about as good as it gets. Starts at the super cool water jugs which are shaped like a fish and make the..."

Birdman

"Great fish and chip venue with a huge variety on the menu. Good quality that you know will provide every time. Great stuff and good value for..."

Amanda Collins

"Hardly have fish and chips but walking past Tommy Ruff yesterday thought why the heck not! Restaurant fit out is really nice and staff are really..."

Simmyeats.Melb

"Came here for dinner and was delighted with the meal my partner and I shared. We ended up having fish tacos (grilled and not battered), fish wings,..."

Kimberley Leggett

"Order placed via UberEATS. To the peeps at Tommy Ruff Windsor - YOU ARE AWESOME! Thank you for going above and beyond. Coolest cats on Chapel..."

Freda

"I've been meaning to come here since I saw it on postcards a little while ago! Stopped by with a friend on a Sunday, we both had the salt and pepper..."

Heidi

"Walking in on a casual Wednesday night, the restaurant didnt look busy. Nice atmosphere and super friendly staffs. I had a fantastic dining..."

Quinn

"Tommy Ruff is a lively place with excellent food. They have lots of seafood options and some specials as well. My dinner companion had fish cooked in..."

Aditya Joshi

"Amazing food and customer service is out of this world. Special thanks to Riley for the great hospitality, kindness and his knowledge with the menu...."

LJ

"We were excited to try the Windsor store after visiting Mordialloc last year. The standard was maintained and we enjoyed the Chef's Platter ($100)..."

Emily K

"We walked in and got a window seat on the inside. The passion fruit cider was so good I had to get a few bottles to take home. Note takeaways are the..."

Leslie Timm

"First time attending Tommy Ruff and the whole experience was great! Was welcomed by a friendly face. Staff was amazing and friendly. Kindly offered..."

Anvian Tran

"THE best seafood in the area. I usually order via Uber eats on lazy days - I’m 1.6kms away but the order always arrives fresh, hot and delicious...."

Tania S

"Lovely seafood restaurant and friendly for doggy. Thumbs up👍. Worthy of five stars. Service is..."

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