Best Restaurants near me in West Melbourne, with up-to-date menus and prices

Best Restaurants Near Me In West Melbourne

May 21, 2026
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West Melbourne may sit quietly beside the CBD, but its dining scene has a personality all its own. Around Victoria Street, Spencer Street and the neighbourhood’s smaller residential pockets, traditional family restaurants share the suburb with relaxed pubs, contemporary eateries and kitchens introducing Melbourne diners to distinctive regional cuisines.

The neighbourhood is particularly rewarding for diners who value warmth and substance over spectacle. You can settle in for handmade Italian favourites, explore Balinese or Cambodian cooking, gather around a Korean table crowded with side dishes, or spend an easy evening over a pub meal. Many of these venues have become local institutions, while newer arrivals bring fresh energy to the area.

Whether you are organising a special dinner, searching for an affordable midweek meal or simply exploring somewhere beyond Melbourne’s busiest dining precincts, these West Melbourne restaurants offer plenty of compelling choices.

Sassy Italian Restaurant

Sassy Italian Restaurant brings a lively, contemporary approach to familiar Italian dining. Its bright dining room suits celebrations and casual catch-ups equally well, while the extensive menu gives groups plenty to share. Starters move beyond the predictable with quattro formaggi arancini, mushroom and gorgonzola croquettes, crumbed lasagne bites and spiced lamb meatballs served with tomato sugo and pecorino.

Pasta, pizza and generous main courses form the heart of the experience. The kitchen favours approachable Italian flavours, substantial portions and dishes designed to satisfy rather than merely decorate the plate. Recent diners continue to highlight the freshness of the food, well-cooked pasta, welcoming service and comfortable atmosphere. It is an especially useful choice when a group wants a broad menu and an energetic setting without leaving the neighbourhood.

Address: 1 Dryburgh Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

Sassy Italian Restaurant Menu

Starters

BRUSCHETTA (2PCS)
$17.90

w/ pumpkin and roasted peppers, red pesto, stracciatella, fresh mint and balsamic glaze

QUATTRO FORMAGGI ARANCINI (2PCS)
$16.90

w/ truffled aioli

MUSHROOM CROQUETTES (2PCS)
$16.90

contains gorgonzola cheese, served with aioli and lemon

CRUMBED LASAGNE BITES (2PCS)
$18.90

w/ grated parmesan and drizzled with tomato vinaigrette

CHICKEN, PORK, PRUNE TERRINE
$23.90

w/ pear chutney, cornichons and toasted sourdough

SPICED LAMB MEATBALLS
$24

w/ tomato sugo, pecorino, and toasted sourdough

BUFFALO MOZZARELLA
$28

w/ buffalo mozzarella, red pesto, pickled figs, hot honey, basil and lavosh Add San Daniele prosciutto +7

HERB AND GARLIC BUTTER PRAWN
$28

sizzling prawns and house-made focaccia

CALAMARI
$25.90

salt and pepper calamari with wasabi mayo, lemon

BAKED SCALLOPS (2PCS)
$24

w/ prawn bisque, pangrattato and bottarga

CRISPY POPCORN CHICKEN
$23.90

w/ pickled cucumber, aioli

Pastas

SPAGHETTI MARINARA
$38.50

w/ fresh seafood tossed in a fragrant garlic and chilli saute, finished with olive oil, parsley and grated bottarga

HOMEMADE SQUID INK SPAGHETTINI
$37.90

w/ vongole, garlic and chilli, simmered in white wine, finished with basil and crispy pangrattato

PAN-FRIED HERB AND RICOTTA GNOCCHI
$33.90

w/ roasted sweet potato, red onion, spinach and golden raisins, finished with toasted pine nuts and creamy stracciatella

HOMEMADE FETTUCCINE CARBONARA
$35.90

Choose between: pancetta or mushrooms Finished with shaved pecorino

HOMEMADE LASAGNE
$35

Traditional Italian recipe with ragu sauce & parmesan

SPICY VODKA PENNE
$33.90

rich velvety vodka sauce with garlic, chilli, shallots, shaved parmesan and a drizzle of Carolina Reaper chilli oil Add prawn +8 // spicy salami +7 // Chicken +6

MACCHERONI
$35.90

w/ slow-cooked beef ragu, olives, peas infused in tomato sugo and finished with shaved parmesan

BEETROOT & RICOTTA RAVIOLI
$32.90

w/ sage burnt butter, ricotta salata and finished with crispy kale

SMOKED TROUT RISOTTO
$36.90

w/ sauteed leeks and peas, finished with bottarga and crustacean oil

RISOTTO ALLA NORMA
$32.90

w/ grilled eggplant, spinach and fresh herbs, finished with ricotta salata Add Chicken +$6

SPAGHETTI, GNOCCHI OR PENNE
$28.90

w/ Bolognese or Napoli. Finished with shaved parmesan Gluten-free spaghetti, gnocchi or penne available +$5 Add Carolina Reaper chilli oil+$5

Mains

GRASS FED PORTERHOUSE STEAK (300G)
$59.90

w/ garlic and herb butter, roasted beetroot and potato, bacon lardons and finished with rich red wine jus

ROASTED CHICKEN LEG INVOLTINI
$45.90

w/ fried potato gratin, onion puree, zucchini, and red wine mushroom jus

PORK LOIN SALTIMBOCCA
$46.50

wrapped in proscuitto with peperonata, finished with lemon caper butter, fresh rocket and parmesan

SLOW-BRAISED BEEF CHEEK
$49.90

w/crushed sweet potato, grilled broccolini, and red wine-poached pears

BAKED ROCKLING FISH FILLET
$47

w/white wine veloute, clams, tomatoes and peas, served with crispy polenta

SALT AND PEPPER CALAMARI SALAD
$34.90

w/shredded cabbage, pickled carrot and daikon, radish and fennel, dill and spring onion, finished with a zesty chilli lime dressing and fried shallots

ROASTED SWEET POTATO
$32.90

w/red onion, buckwheat, coconut tahini yoghurt, golden raisins, dukkah, pomegranate molasses, herbs, and kale

Sides

GRILLED BROCCOLINI
$16.90

w/red pesto and shaved pecorino

ROASTED HONEY CARROTS
$15.90

w/coconut yoghurt, golden raisins, hot honey and dukkah

ORANGE AND FENNEL SALAD
$16.90

w/radish, rocket, crunchy cos, red onion and honey almonds

ROASTED RED PEPPER SALAD
$16.90

w/tomato, red onion, stracciatella, fresh basil, finished with balsamic glaze

SHOESTRING FRIES
$12

w/ tomato sauce Add Parmesan cheese or Truffle Aioli +3

Desserts

LIMONCELLO TIRAMISU
$19.50

w/ amaretti crumbs and lemon curd

ORANGE AND SESAME PANNA COTTA
$18.50

w/ blood orange ice-cream and almond biscotti

WARM STICKY DATE PUDDING
$19.50

w/ butterscotch sauce and salted caramel ice-cream

FLOURLESS DARK CHOCOLATE TORTE
$18.50

w/ poached red wine pear, honey roasted almonds and vanilla mascarpone

ROLLED NUTELLA PIZZA
$21.90

Finished with chocolate sauce & served with vanilla ice cream Add strawberries +3

ICE CREAM PLATE
$15.90

Salted caramel & blood orange with almond biscotti

VANILLA ICE CREAM (TWO SCOOPS)
$8

w/ chocolate sauce and coloured sprinkles

Monday Set Menu

Choice of one

Spiced Lamb Meatballs

w/ tomato sugo, pecorino, and toasted sourdough

Bruschetta

w/ pumpkin and roasted peppers, red pesto, stracciatella, fresh mint and balsamic glaze

Quattro Formaggi Arancini

w/ truffled aioli

Spaghetti Marinara

w/ fresh seafood, sauteed with garlic and chilli & finished with olive oil, parsley and grated bottarga

Beetroot and Ricotta Ravioli

w/ sage burnt butter, ricotta salata and finished with crispy kale

Risotto Alla Norma

w/ grilled eggplant, spinach and fresh herbs, finished with ricotta salata +Optional Add Chicken

Homemade Lasagne

traditional Italian recipe with ragu sauce and parmesan

Spaghetti, Gnocchi or Penne

w/ bolognese or napoli sauce and finished with shaved parmesan

Mushroom Pizza

w/ fior di latte, black truffle paste, mushroom, caramelised onion and parmesan cheese

Prosciutto Pizza

w/ sugo, fior di latte, San Daniele prosciutto, grated and shaved parmesan, rocket and extra virgin oil

Hot Salami Pizza

w/ fior di latte, fresh buffalo mozzarella, hot salami, toasted pistachio and drizzle of homemade spicy honey

Lemon Chicken Pizza

w/ fior di latte, marinated minced chicken, capsicum, red onion, parmesan cheese and parsley

Pizzas

FOCACCIA
$14.90

Herb and garlic Add cheese +4 or Add Spicy Honey with chilli flakes +2 Half focaccia $7

MARGHERITA
$23.90

Sugo, Fior di latte, basil, dry oregano, grated parmesan & E.V.O.

CAPRICCIOSA
$26.90

Sugo, fior di latte, leg ham, mushroom, olives & anchovies

PROSCIUTTO
$28.90

Sugo, fior di latte, San Daniele prosciutto, grated & shaved parmesan, rocket & E.V.O

MEATLOVERS
$27.90

Sugo, fior di latte, leg ham, sopresatta, pork sausage & caramelised onion

AMERICANA
$28.90

Sugo, fior di latte, double pepperoni, olives & red onion

HAWAIIAN
$25

Sugo, fior di latte, leg ham & pineapple

PIZZA DI SASSY
$27.90

Fior di latte, hot sopresatta, olives, capsicum, Nduja & Carolina reaper chilli oil

LEMON CHICKEN
$27.90

Fior di latte, marinated minced chicken, capsicum, red onion, parmesan cheese and parsley

ORTOLANA
$26.90

Fior di latte, zucchini, capsicum, broccoli, eggplant & parmesan cheese and finished with garlic oil drizzle

BEEF BRISKET
$28.90

Fior di latte, beef brisket, cherry tomatoes, red onion & rocket

MUSHROOM
$27.90

Fior di latte, black truffle paste, mushrooms, caramelised onion & parmesan cheese

Gourmet Pizzas

MARINARA
$35

Fior di latte, sugo, fresh seafood, finished with garlic oil, parsley and lemon

HOT SALAMI
$32.50

Fior di latte, fresh buffalo mozzarella, hot salami, toasted pistachio and drizzled with homemade spicy honey

MANZO
$33.50

Fior di latte, braised beef cheek, mushroom, rosemary infused oil and pickled shaved red onion

FORMAGGI E PERA
$31.50

Fior di latte, gorgonzola, sliced pears, roquette, basil oil, toasted walnuts and topped with lemon ricotta cream

Cocktails

Aperol spritz
$20.90

Aperol, prosecco, soda

Limoncello Spritz
$20.90

Proseco, limoncello and soda

Negroni
$22.90

Gin, sweet vermouth and aperol

ESPRESSO MARTINI
$24.90

Vodka, kahlua, Axil coffee and sugar syrup

Strawaberry Bellini
$22.90

Prosecco, strawberry liquer, cheery juice, sugar syrup

Orange Martini
$23.90

Gin, orange liquer, orange juice, aperol

Margarita
$24.90

Tequila, cointreau, maraschino, lemon juice, mango juice, sugar syrup

Amareto sour
$24.90

Amareto, bourbon, lemon juice, egg white

Tequila Manhattan
$23.90

Tequila, sweet dark vermouth, chamboard, lime juice

Hey Babe
$25.90

Vodka, lychee liquer, lime juice, rose water

Moscow mule
$19.90

Vodka, Ginger ale, lime juice

Mocktails

Watermelon Nojito
$11.90

Watermelon syrup, mint, fresh lime juice and soda

Pineapple & strawberry fizz
$10.90

Pineapple juice, strawberry syrup, fresh lime juice and soda

Virgin Margarita
$16.90

Tequila alternative, orange juice, lime juice, agave

Virgin aperol spritz
$14.90

Blood orange juice, ginger beer, lemon juice

White Wine

Pinot grigio
$15.90

PALADINO – ITALY D.O.C. Fresh and fruity bouquet. On the palate it is dry and rightly sapid

Sauvignon Blanc- 88
$14.90

MALBOROUGH, NZ-Intense flavours of passionfruit and gooseberry with bright acidity

Chardonnay
$15.90

Astoria Estero- Venzeia, Italy. Tones of peach, nectarine and brioche

Fiano
$15.90

LA GUARDIENSE – ITALY D.O.C. Fruity nuances melt with a floral bouquet.

Vernaccia di San Gimingnano
$81

Tuscany, Italy- Tones of citrus and almond with a slightly saline finish

Muscato
$13.90

La Gita – McClarenvale, SA. Sweet and compact aromas with a fresh end.

Rosé
$13.90

Dols – Yarra Valley, VIC. Cheery and raspberry with a zippy fresh finish

Riesling
$12.90

Fresh, earthy and bubbly flavour.

Red Wine

Pinot noir
$15.90

TOMICH HILL- ADELAIDE HILLS, SA Cherry, plum & clove. On the nose: light dry & crunchy

Shiraz
$14.90

Rockcliffe Third Reef – Great Southern, WA Aroma of violets and bramble fruits followed by long fine tannins

Chianti
$15.90

VITICOLTORI SENESI ARETINI – ITALY, D.O.C.G Aromas of berries and wild blackberry with a soft palate.

Fondo Antico Nero D’avola
$16.90

Sicily, Italy D.O.C.G Lush and plush on the palate with beautiful bright red fruit flavours

Collefriso Monetepulciano
$16.90

Abruzzo, Italy D.O.C.G Medium bodied with notes of blackberry, blueberry and spice

Shiraz
$86

Hungerford Hill – Hunter Valley, NSW. Vibrant red fruit aromas frow through a medium bodied, long and seamless palate

Sweet Wine

Prosecco
$16.90

NAO NIS – ITALY Round, slightly sweet, pleasant and fresh with a fine and persistent pallet.

Prosecco
$84

Astoria Tiemo Red Label- Treviso, Italy Elegant fine bubbles with apple and pear flavours

Digestives

Limoncello
$16.90
Cognac
$16.90
Port
$16.90
Grand Marnier
$16.90
Amaretto
$16.90
Averna
$16.90
Montenegro
$16.90
Galliano
$16.90

Beers & Cider

Menabrea
$9.90
Peroni Red
$9.90
Asahi
$9.90
Corona
$9.90
Byron Bay (Lager)
$9.90
Peroni Light
$9.90
John Boston (Pale ale)
$9.90
Apple cider
$9.90

Soft Drinks

Coke, Coke Zero, lemonade, Sunkist, Solo
$5
Chinotto, Aranciata Rosa
$6.50
San Pellegrino 250ml
$6.50
San Pellegrino 750ml
$14
Acqua Panna 750ml
$13
Ginger Beer, Lemon Lime & Bitters
$10.90
Juice (Apple, Orange)
$8.50

Coffee by Axil

Latte
$5.50
Cappuccino
$5.50
Flat White
$5.50
Long Black
$5.50
Long Mac
$5.50
Espresso
$5.20
Short Mac
$5.20
Piccolo
$5.20
Magic
$6
Ice Latte
$6
Mocha
$6.50
Hot Chocolate
$6.10
Ice Chocolate
$6.10
Cold Brew
$6.50
Chai Latte
$6.50
Dirty Chai
$7
Affogato
$6

Tea Drop

English Breakfast
$5.70
Earl Grey
$5.70
Honeydew Green
$5.70
Peppermint
$5.70
Lemongrass Ginger
$5.70
Chamomile
$5.70

Amiconi Restaurant

Amiconi Restaurant is one of West Melbourne’s enduring dining institutions. Established by an Italian family in the early 1950s, it retains the atmosphere of a traditional neighbourhood restaurant: welcoming service, familiar flavours and a dining room that encourages guests to linger. Fully licensed and offering BYO wine, it is well suited to intimate dinners, family gatherings and nostalgic Italian feasts.

The menu favours comforting classics such as baked garlic mushrooms, seafood linguine, gnocchi with bacon and tomato, and pasta with prawns, pistachio and chilli. For two diners who cannot settle on one dish, the pasta misto offers a selection of three pastas to share. Amiconi’s lasting appeal rests on consistency and hospitality; recent feedback still describes warm service, authentic flavours and the feeling of dining in a restaurant where the owners remain personally invested in every table.

Address: 359 Victoria Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

Amiconi Menu

Starters

Bread - to excite the buds
$4.50

Your choice of garlic, herb or chilli - why not try them all

Bruschetta alla sicilliana
$5

Lightly toasted with parmesan, fresh tomato, olive oil, basil and pepper

Minestrone
$17.90

Homemade italian vegetable soup

Olive fritti
$7.90

Marinated olives fried with chilli and garlic, for 2

Pasta

Linguini marinara
$35.90

Linguini pasta tossed with selected seafood, tomato, garlic and fresh parsley

Linguini con gamberi e pistacchio
$35.90

Linguini pasta tossed with tiger prawns, pistachio, rocket, fresh tomato, chilli & garlic

Tagliatelle alla carbonara
$31.90

Pasta ribbons tossed with bacon, egg, cream and cheese sauce

Gnocchi alla mattriciana
$31.90

Potato dumplings tossed with bacon, tomato, shallot and mild chilli

Tortellini ai funghi
$31.90

Pasta rings filled with savoury meat in a cream, mushroom and cheese sauce

Rigatoni con verdura
$31.90

Pasta tubes served with tomato, basil and a selection of vegetables

Risotto con pesto & funghi
$31.90

Arborio rice tossed with homemade pesto, fresh mushrooms & parmesan

Pasta misto
$93.90

Selection of any 3 pastas above - serving for 2!

Something You Should Try!!

Garlic mushrooms
$31.90

Our restaurant’s famous baked garlic mushrooms

Melanzana alla parmigiana
$31.90

Eggplant slices crumbed and served with a tomato & parmesan sauce

Fegatini di pollo
$31.90

Chicken livers marinated in wine, sweet chilli and onion, grilled and served with a balsamic dressing on a herb crouton

Amiconi’s caesar salad
$18.90

Our salute to the emperor with cos lettuce, shavings of parmesan, anchovies, egg and bacon. topped with olive oil, croutons and aged balsamic vinegar

Rocket, parmesan, pear & walnut salad
$15.90

Seafood

Calamari fritti
$33.90

Amiconi’s famous deep fried calamari rings

Calamari ai ferri
$33.90

Calamari marinated in olive oil, chilli and basil, grilled with onion and a splash of balsamic vinegar

Mussels alla pescatore
$33.90

Tossed in wine, tomato, garlic, shallots and basil

Fish of the day

Refer to menu of the day

Steak

Rib eye steak
$54.90

100 day grain fed. aged 300gm

Rib eye steak with pepper
$57.90

Served with pepper sauce

Rib eye steak with mushroom
$57.90

Served with mushroom sauce

Rib eye steak with garlic & basil
$57.90

Served with garlic and basil sauce

Veal Fillets

Scaloppine al limone
$52.90

In a light lemon and parsley sauce

Scaloppine ai funghi
$52.90

In a mushroom, cream and wine sauce

Vitello alla parmigiana
$52.90

Crumbed & topped with a tomato, mozzarella and basil sauce

Scaloppine alla arrabbiata
$52.90

Sautéed in brandy, topped with mild chilli, shallots, cheese & napoli sauce

Chicken Fillets

Pollo alla calabrese
$43.90

Sautéed with wine, tomato, hot salami, mozzarella, basil and olives

Calamari ai ferri
$43.90

Topped with camembert cheese in wine and shallot sauce

Pollo di marco
$31.90

Chicken fillets marinated in chilli, garlic, ginger, soya, grilled and served with yoghurt sauce

Michelanglo Banquet

95.0 Per Person

Bread - to excite the buds

Garlic, chilli and bruschetta breads

Melanzana alla parmigiana

Eggplant slices crumbed and served with tomato, cheese, garlic and oregano sauce

Garlic mushrooms

Our restaurant’s famous baked garlic mushrooms

Calamari fritti

Amiconi’s famous deep fried calamari rings

Gamberi con aglio

Prawns tossed in wine, garlic, mild chilli and a light cream sauce

Gnocchi alla mattriciana

Potato dumplings tossed with bacon, tomato, shallots and mild chilli

Rigatoni con verdura

Pasta tubes tossed with roasted vegetables, cream and pesto

Pollo di marco

Chicken pieces marinated in chilli, garlic, ginger, soya and served with yoghurt sauce

Platter of selected vegetables

To excite the vegetarian in all of us

Vitello al limone

Veal medallions sautéed in a lemon & parsley saucee

Homemade profiteroles

Filled with patisserie cream and served with ice cream, chocolate and caramel sauce

Semi-freddo con amaretto

Our home made liquered ice cream dessert served with a berry sauce

Coffee or tea

Desserts

Tiramisu
$18.90

Traditional italian coffee torte made with mascarpone cheese, coffee liqueur and served with ice cream and chocolate sauce

Semi-freddo con amaretto
$18.90

Our homemade liqueured ice cream dessert served with a berry sauce. magnifico!

Homemade profiteroles - gluten free option on request
$18.90

Filled with patisserie cream and served with ice cream, chocolate and caramel sauce. gluten free option available on request.

Tre dolce, perche no!
$36.90

Dessert platter of three surprises for two to share!

Crispella di limone
$18.90

Fresh made crepes served with a lemon cinnamon sauce and ice cream

Cannoli siciliana
$18.90

Cannoli shells filled with ricotta, pistachio & liqueur and served with semi-freddo

Coffee

Cappuccino
$5.90
Expresso
$5.90
Long black
$5.90
Caffe latte
$5.90
Iced coffee/chocolate
$5.90
Hot chocolate
$5.90
Macchiatto
$5.90
Tea
$5.90
Caffe affogatto
$9.90
Caffe affogatto+liqueur
$18.90
Liqueur coffees
$18.90

Dessert Wine

Deen vat 5 botrytis semillon
$13.90

Dubbed ‘little sister’ to noble one, this elegant sweet white displays citrus and stone fruits with a light touch of oak. bright zesty finish with balanced acidity. bottle 35.9

Smile Thai Cuisine

Smile Thai Cuisine is a reliable neighbourhood option for fragrant curries, stir-fried noodles and restorative soups. The restaurant keeps the experience casual and accessible, making it equally convenient for a sit-down dinner or an easy takeaway meal. Its broad menu covers familiar Thai favourites while allowing diners to move between sweet, sour, savoury and spicy flavours.

Pad see ew and tom yum are among the dishes that regularly attract praise, with diners noting springy noodles, wok-charred flavour and soups that balance chilli with citrus and aromatic herbs. Curries, satay skewers and seafood noodle dishes provide further variety. Portions are generous enough for sharing, and the straightforward service makes Smile Thai particularly useful for weeknight dining when satisfying food matters more than ceremony.

Address: 357 Victoria Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

Smile Thai Cuisine Menu

Entrées

Satay Chicken Skewer(4pcs)
$14.90
Chicken Curry Puff (4pcs)
$13.90
Vegetarian Curry Puff (4pcs)
$13.90
Spring Rolls (4pcs)
$12.90
MIXED ENTREE (6PCS)
$14
Chicken Ribs (Gai Tod Nampra)
$13.90
BAO BUN
$7.90

Seafood

SALT PEPPER SQUID
$13
Thai Fish Cake (4pcs)
$11.90
COCONUT PRAWN (3PCS)
$13
SOFT SHELL CRAB WITH GARLIC PEPPER SAUCE
$20

Salads

Green Papaya Salad
$19.90
Gado Gado
$18.90
Larb Gai
$19.90
Thai Beef Salad
$21.90
Roti Wrap with Satay Chicken
$22.90
GAI YANG; GRILLED MARINATED CHICKEN
$20
LAAB NEUA
$20

Rice Dishes

Cashew Nut Chicken On Rice
$18.90
Butter Chicken Curry on Rice
$18.90
Chilli Basil Chicken On Rice
$18.90
Red Curry Vegies Tofu on Rice
$18.90
Oyster Beef on Rice
$18.90
Lemongrass Beef on Rice
$18.90
Ginger Chicken on Rice
$18.90
Stirfry Mixed Vegetables Tofu on Rice
$18.90
Fried Rice
$18.90
CHICKEN FRIED RICE

Lunch Specials

GREEN CURRY CHICKEN ON RICE
$17

Curries

Green Curry
$19.90
Massaman Curry
$19.90
Panang Red Curry
$19.90
SPINACH CURRY
$19
BUTTER CURRY
$19
LAMB CURRY

Stir-Fried Dishes

Black Bean
$19.90
Garlic Pepper
$19.90
GINGER SAUCE
$18
SWEET AND SOUR
$18
Oyster Sauce
$19.90
Cashew Nut Sauce
$19.90
Stir Fry Satay Peanut
$19.90
Chilli Basil
$19.90

Noodles

Pad Thai Noodle
$19.90
Pad See Ew
$19.90
SATAY HOKKIEN NOODLE STIRFRY
$19.90
Tom Yum Noodle Soup
$19.90
Curry Laksa
$21.90
MEE GORENG
$18
[NEW] SINGAPORE NOODLE
$18

Soups

Tom Yum Soup
$10.90
TOM KAR SOUP
$11

Sides

PEANUT SAUCE
PEANUT SATAY SAUCE
$1
GARLIC ROTI BREAD
$5
PLAIN ROTI BREAD
$5
STEAMED RICE
$4
STICKY RICE
$4
PLAIN RICE
COCONUT RICE
$5

Desserts

BANANA DUMPLING
$9
BANANA FRITTER
$9

Beverages

LEMON LIME BITTER
$5
GINGER BEER
$5
COCONUT WATER
$5
HOMEMADE THAI MIK TEA
$8.90
LIPTON ICED TEA
$5
MILK TEA
TEA

Warung Agus

Warung Agus offers an immersive introduction to Balinese cooking in a warmly decorated, family-run restaurant. The food draws on recipes passed through generations, combining aromatic spice pastes, coconut, grilled meats, rice and carefully prepared sambals. The homely dining room and generous hospitality make the restaurant feel deeply connected to the traditions behind its menu.

Signature choices include babi guling, ayam betutu, sticky pork ribs and dishes built around nasi kuning. The food offers layers of spice rather than heat for its own sake, and set-menu options are helpful for first-time visitors who want to sample several preparations. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free choices broaden its appeal. Recent diners continue to praise the welcoming staff, authentic flavours and beautifully presented Balinese setting.

Address: 305 Victoria Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

Warung Agus Menu

A la Carte

Perkedel Skewers
$25
Begedel Jagung
$25
Apokat Mebasa Santen Oong
$18
Tempe Goreng
$25
Mie Goreng
$25
Be Pasih Asem Manis
$30
Sate Lilit Ikan
$25
Tum Be Pasih
$25
AYAM BETUTU
$28
Ayam Panggang
$28
Balung Panggang Babi $28
$28
BABI GULING!!!
$30

Sides

Nasi Putih
$3

SINGLE serve of fragrant steamed rice

Nasi Kuning
$5

SINGLE serve of fragrant yellow rice

KENTANG MEBASA
$12

Marinated vegan roasted potatoes

Urab Vegetable
$14

Seasonal vegetables cooked in lemongrass, ginger

Desserts

Bubuh Injin
$14

Black rice pudding served warm with coconut cream and sliced fruit

Kue Dadar
$14

Fragrant pandan crepes filled with dedicated, palm sugared coconut

Hungkwe
$14
Tape Goreng
$14

Battered fermented cassava fritters V

Es Krim
$14

2 scoops

Fresh Sambals

WARUNG AGUS V HOT VEGAN SAMBAL
$15
WARUNG AGUS SAMBAL MATAH
$15
WARUNG AGUS SAMBAL TERASI
$15

Bali Express Meals - Vegan

VEGAN EGGPLANT N TOFU
VEGAN MIX
VEGAN GADO-GADO
THAT AVO DISH
VEGAN MIE GORENG WITH TOFU

Bali Express Meals - Seafood + Meat

FISH FILLETS
CHICKEN SATE
ROAST PORK N CRACKLE BABI GULING
STICKY PORK RIBS
MIE GORENG WITH CHICKEN

Royal Standard Hotel

Royal Standard Hotel combines the friendliness of a traditional local pub with a substantial European-influenced restaurant menu. The dining room has an old-school warmth that feels removed from the polished bars of the nearby CBD. Generous servings and unpretentious hospitality remain central to the experience, making it a comfortable destination for families, regulars and groups.

The extensive menu moves through pizza, pasta, grilled meats, seafood, salads and classic pub meals. Diners can keep things simple with a familiar pasta or gourmet pizza, or commit to a larger steak from the grill. Recent guests have continued to praise the value, fresh fish, Italian-style cooking and reliably welcoming service. It is the sort of venue that works just as well for a casual drink as it does for a full dinner.

Address: 333 William Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

Royal Standard Hotel Menu

Pasta Dishes

MATRICIANA
$18

Main Courses

LASAGNA
$19

Burger

WAGYU BURGER
$18

Salad

CAESAR

Gnocchi

GNOCCHI

Snacks

BRUSCHETTA

Meat Dishes

MEATBALLS

Main Dishes

GARLIC PRAWNS
$29

Starters & Salads

POTATO CHIPS

Sauces

MARINARA

Pasta - Spaghetti

FISHERMAN
$26

Fish

SEA BASS

Chicken Dishes

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA
$26

Steaks

RIB EYE STEAK
$38

Tapas

EGGPLANT TAPAS

Poultry

CHICKEN WITH MUSHROOMS
$18

Pizza Single Ø 28 Cm

FOUR CHEESE PIZZA
$18

Meat Pizzas

SMALL BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA
$12

Classic Large Pizza

LARGE PEPPERONI PIZZA
$22

Large Signature Pizza

LARGE MEAT LOVERS PIZZA
$22

Italian Specialties

ARANCINI
$15

Brunch Cocktails

FORBIDDEN APPLE
$9

Hoagies

NONNA RSQUO;S MEATBALLS
$18

Non Alcoholic

MOUNT FRANKLIN WATER
$3

9" Small Traditional Pizza

SMALL AUSTRALIANA PIZZA
$12

12" Large Traditional Pizza

LARGE AUSTRALIANA PIZZA
$22

Large Pizza

LARGE CAPRICCIOSA PIZZA
$22

Entree & Breads

CHILLI MUSSELS
$21

Appetizers From The Kitchen - Seafood

GARLIC MUSSELS
$21

Sweet - Dessert

BACI
$7

Fish / Prawns

CHILLI PRAWNS
$29

Spicy Vegetarian Pizza

CAPRESE PIZZA
$17

Seafood

CALAMARI
SALT AND PEPPER SQUID
$16

Chicken

GRILLED CHICKEN
CHICKEN SCHNITZEL
$26

Starters

HOT SALAMI AND OLIVE
$12
BBQ PORK RIBS
$31

Large Specialty Pizzas

LARGE BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA
$22
LARGE HAWAIIAN PIZZA
$22

Uncategorized

PROSCIUTTO AND ROCKET PIZZA
$20
SAN PELLEGRINO 200ML
$4

Mains

SIRLOIN PORTERHOUSE STEAK
$34
BARAMUNDI GRILLED
$26
BEER BATTERED BARAMUNDI
$26

Dessert

TIRAMISU
TARTUFO
$7
GIANDIOTTO
$7

Beverages

SAN PELLEGRINO MINERAL WATER
500ML
$5
JUICES
$5
SPRITE 375ML CAN
$3

Big Pizza

LARGE NAPOLETANA PIZZA
$22
LARGE AUSSIE PIZZA
$22
LARGE MEXICANA PIZZA
$22

Salads

CAESAR SALAD
CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD
CHICKEN CAESAR
WARM TUNA SALAD
$22

Small Pizza

SMALL NAPOLETANA PIZZA
$12
SMALL AUSSIE PIZZA
$12
SMALL CAPRICCIOSA PIZZA
$12
SMALL MEXICANA PIZZA
$12

Small Traditional Pizzas

SMALL RSH SPECIAL PIZZA
$12
SMALL FRANK SPECIAL PIZZA
$12
SMALL MAKEDONIA PIZZA
$12
SMALL WITH THE LOT PIZZA
$13

Large Traditional Pizzas

LARGE RSH SPECIAL PIZZA
$22
LARGE FRANK SPECIAL PIZZA
$22
LARGE MAKEDONIA PIZZA
$22
LARGE WITH THE LOT PIZZA
$24

Restaurant Category

ITALIAN
VEGETARIAN
GLUTEN FREE
BAR

Pasta

SEAFOOD PASTA
SPAGHETTI MARINARA
PASTA BOLOGNESE
$18
STRAW AND HAY
$18
CARBONARA
$18

Drinks

BEER
DRINKS
COCA COLA CLASSIC 375ML CAN
$3
DIET COKE 375ML CAN
$3
FANTA 375ML CAN
$3
LIFT 375ML CAN
$3

Ingredients Used

LETTUCE
SEAFOOD
PRAWNS
SCALLOPS
PESTO
$18
TOMATO

Pizza

SMALL HAWAIIAN PIZZA
$12
SMALL MEAT LOVERS PIZZA
$12
SMALL PEPPERONI PIZZA
$12
SEAFOOD BY THE SEA PIZZA
$20
PIZZA ALLA PORCHETTA
$20
SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALL PIZZA
$18

Three Crowns Hotel

Three Crowns Hotel is a family-run neighbourhood pub with an easy-going atmosphere, a welcoming bistro and a strong sense of local community. The venue offers ample room for casual meals, sporting events and larger gatherings, with a beer garden and several dining areas complementing the public bar.

Food stays grounded in satisfying Australian pub traditions. Chicken parmas, steaks, burgers and fish and chips sit alongside rotating specials and a weekly Sunday roast. Vegetarian and vegan alternatives help make group dining uncomplicated. Regular meal nights give locals an affordable reason to return throughout the week, while the broad tap selection and relaxed service make it equally appealing for a spontaneous drink and meal.

Address: 365 Victoria Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

The Three Crowns Menu

Starters

Fries
$9.50
Beer-battered fries
$9.50
Waffle fries
$10.50
Cheesy garlic flatbread
$12.50
Mac & cheese croquettes
$14

Served with ranch sauce.

Southern chicken bites
$12

Served with Frank's red hot mayo.

Buffalo chicken wings
$12

Served with celery and blue cheese sauce.

Tempura squid
$18

Served with salad, seaweed and wasabi pea seasoning, plus chipotle hoisin mayo.

Chilli fries
$15

Beer-battered fries topped with beef barbacoa, queso, jalapenos and coriander.

Bao buns
$18

Choose smoked pork belly, buffalo chicken tender or roast cauliflower; kimchi apple slaw.

Burgers

All burgers come with fries; gluten-free bun extra.

Crowns cheeseburger
$19

Angus beef, cheddar, bacon, onion, tomato, cos lettuce, fancy sauce and mustard.

Flaming Crown burger
$21

Cayenne-spiced Angus beef with cheddar, bacon, onion jam, jalapenos, hot mayo and mustard.

Buttermilk fried chicken burger
$22

Crispy fried chicken tenders, bacon, apple slaw, pickles, jalapenos, buffalo sauce and ranch.

Smoked pork belly burger
$25

House-smoked pork belly with apple slaw, bacon, ranch sauce and BBQ sauce.

Mushroom melt
$19

Portobello mushroom, cheddar, onion rings, cos lettuce, tomato, pickles and ranch.

Vegan cheeseburger
$19

Plant-based patty with vegan aioli, vegan cheese, onion, pickles, tomato, cos lettuce and mustard on a pumpkin bun.

Mains

Chicken Caesar salad
$25

Chicken tenderloin with cos lettuce, bacon, croutons, anchovies and a poached egg.

Asian noodle salad
$23

Vermicelli noodles with sambal soy-ginger dressing, tofu, carrots, capsicum, cucumber, spring onion, Vietnamese mint and Thai basil.

Beer-battered market fish
$32

Fish served with fries, apple slaw and house tartare.

Chicken parma
$26

Crumbed breast with napoli, ham, cheese, fries and apple slaw.

Classic schnitty
$23

Served with fries and apple slaw.

Vegan parma
$24

Crumbed eggplant with napoli, vegan cheddar, fries and salad with sesame soy dressing.

Steak sandwich
$27

Sirloin steak, bacon, cheddar, cos lettuce, chimichurri, ranch and onion jam on Turkish bread with fries.

Grill

Steaks come with fries and slaw; other sides and sauces are available for an added charge.

Baby back ribs
$44

Oven-baked pork ribs with house rub and Tennessee BBQ sauce, plus waffle fries, mac & cheese croquettes and apple slaw.

Jerk chicken
$26

Adobo-marinated chicken with annatto oil, lemongrass, ginger and peri peri sauce; choose two sides.

300g sirloin
$36
400g Scotch fillet
$42
550g rib eye
$46

Tuesday Parma Night

Parma special.

Parma special
$20

Chicken parma with vegetarian, vegan and plain schnitzel options also available.

Wednesday Steak Night

Steak special.

300g sirloin
$25

Available midday to 3:30pm and again 5pm to 9pm; served with chips, salad and sauce.

400g Scotch fillet
$35

Upgrade steak option.

Thursday Burger Night

Every burger is $18 with fries.

Burger night special
$18

All burgers are $18 and come with fries.

Friday Fish 'n' Chips

Fish special.

Fish and chips special
$22

Beer-battered fish with chips and salad.

Saturday Small Bites

Saturday sharing special.

Buffalo chicken wings
$1

Sold from midday.

Bao buns
$4

Sold in sets of three; pork, chicken and veggie fillings available.

Craft beer or cider tinnies
$6

Sold from midday.

Sunday Roast

Roast special.

Sunday roast special
$25

Weekly roast meat rotated between lamb, chicken, beef and pork, served with seasonal vegetables and sauce.

Happy Hour

Daily 4–6pm drink specials.

Pots
$5

Beer special.

Schooners
$7

Beer special.

Pints
$9

Beer special.

Jugs
$18

Beer special.

Cocktail of the week
$14
House wines
$7

House wine special.

Large glasses
$11.50

Large glass wine special.

Spirits
$9

Spirit special.

ANGKOR Cambodian Flavours

ANGKOR Cambodian Flavours celebrates Cambodian cooking through family recipes, fresh herbs, aromatic curries and carefully grilled meats. The restaurant offers a polished but welcoming setting in which diners can explore a cuisine that remains comparatively underrepresented in Melbourne. A fully licensed drinks list provides wine, beer, cocktails and spirits to accompany the food.

Fish amok delivers gentle spice and coconut richness, while char kroeung showcases a fragrant combination of lemongrass, galangal, turmeric and garlic. Beef loc lac, Cambodian salads and the family recipe known as My Grandmother’s Dish offer further introductions to the kitchen’s style. Diners frequently mention the light roti, generous portions, approachable prices and friendly explanations from the staff, making this an excellent choice for newcomers to Cambodian food.

Address: 389 Spencer Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

ANGKOR cafe Menu

Signature Dishes

Fish Amok

Traditional Cambodian coconut curry with aromatic herbs and gentle spice.

My Grandmother’s Dish

A family recipe inspired by Neri’s childhood memories of Cambodian home cooking.

Char Kroeung

A fragrant Cambodian stir-fry with lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, garlic, and herbs.

Beef Loc Lac

Tender wok-tossed beef served with fresh salad and Cambodian pepper-lime dipping sauce.

Grilled Barramundi in Banana Leaf

Barramundi marinated with Cambodian aromatics and grilled in banana leaf.

Cambodian Papaya Salad

Fresh, crunchy, bright, and balanced with chilli, lime, herbs, and savoury Cambodian seasoning.

Lunch - Traditional Cambodian Noodle Soup

KUY TEAV PHNOM PENH
$13.90

Thin rice or yellow (egg) noodles in clear soup | mixed vegetables | beans sprout | aromatic herbs | homemade dark sauce

KHOR KO "BOAT NOODLES" - CHEF'S SIGNATURE
$18.90

Thin rice noodles in thick beef soup with slow cooked diced beef tender | carrots | 5 spices | Celery and brown onion | chilli oil sauce (contains peanut)

Lunch - Authentic Cambodian Fried Noodle

KUY TEAV CHAR
$13.50

"Student Noodles" - Stir fried flat rice noodles | bean sprouts | Chinese chive | omelet | peanuts | homemade stir-fried sauce

LOT CHAR
$15.90

Stir fried rice drop noodles | Chinese chive & cabbages | 1 fried egg | homemade clear sauce

KHMER MEE CHAR
$15.90

Stir fried yellow (egg) noodles | Chinese chive & cabbages | 1 fried egg | homemade clear sauce

LEMONGRASS FRIED RICE
$18.90

Stir fried Cambodian Jasmine Rice | spice paste (Kreung) | chicken | omelet | seasonal vegetables

Lunch - Add to Your Meal

Crispy Sweet Potatoes
$13
Prawn Wontons (4pcs)
$10.50
Chicken Skewers (2pcs)
$12.90
Handmade Spring Rolls (2pcs)
$11.90
Shredded vegetables
$9.90

homemade sweet chilli sauce

Extra homemade sauce
$2.50

Sides

Steamed Jasmine Rice
Brown Rice with Coconut
Asian Roti
Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Prawn Wontons
Fried Egg
Extra Grandmother’s Dipping Sauce

Dinner - Our Signatures

FISH AMOK “NATIONAL DISH”
$33.90

Cambodian authentic steamed fish curry with Mackerel or Kingfish, aromatic coconut, Chinese broccoli, peanut, steamed Jasmine rice

MY GRANDMOTHER’S DISH
$25.90

Aromatic marinated free range Maryland chicken fillets, served with mix salad, mint leaf and “My Grandmothers” dipping sauce

BEEF STEW
$26.90

Slow cooked diced beef brisket’s, chunks of carrots, 5 spices, brown onions & celery and a bread roll

Dinner - Starters

FISH CARPACCIO
$19.90

King fish or Tasmanian Salmon, served with coconut dressing, mint leaf and bean sprout

FISH CARPACCIO (4 PCS)
$14.90

Mackerel & prawns with green beans, chilli, sweet & sour dipping sauce and mix salad

BBQ SCALLOPS (2 PCS)
$12.50

Grilled sea scallops with sweet & sour dressing, mint, lemon and shaved coconut

BETEL LEAF
$14.50

Asian pomegranate or pomelo (seasonal), with prawns, fried shallots and lime dressing

GRILLED CORN COB (2 PCS)
$9.50

Asian pomegranate or pomelo (seasonal), with prawns, fried shallots and lime dressing

HOMEMADE SPRING ROLLS (2 PCS)
$10.50

Crispy fried spring rolls filled with vegetables and served with sweet & chilli sauce

Dinner - Our Salads

CAMBODIAN PAPAYA SALAD
$19.50

Shredded green papaya, carrot, shallots, peanuts, fish sauce and lime dressing - Vegan option available

GLASS NOODLE SALAD
$19.50

Mix Asian salad with herbs and Kampot chilli dressing

GREEN MANGO SALAD
$21.90

Cambodian style green mango with carrot stripes, herbs, shrimps, sweet & sour dressing and peanuts

BEEF SALAD
$23.90

Sliced beef, mixed salad, Asian herbs, onions, chilli and mint leaves

Dinner - From the Grill

MARINATED BEEF SKEWERS (2PCS)
$13.50
MARINATED CHICKEN SKEWERS (2PCS)
$12.50
STICKY TOFU SKEWERS (2PCS)
$12.50
MARINATED KING PRAWN SKEWERS (2PCS)
$13.50
CAMBODIAN BBQ BEEF
$34.90

Grilled 300g Australian rump, with mixed vegetables, Homemade tofu or "My Grandmother" dipping sauce

GRILLED PORK NECK
$24.90

Marinated chargrilled pork neck, pickled & radish salad, organic herbs and soy chilli sauce

BBQ CALAMARI
$25.90

Chargrilled calamari, mixed salad and black pepper sauce or sweet chilli sauce

Dinner - Our Mains

Vegetarian (Tofu) or Vegan options available

CHAR KROEUNG
$27.90

Stir fried combination of mixed vegetables, chicken, freshly made spice paste (Kroeung) and peanut

TRADITIONAL GREEN CURRY
$21.50

Cambodian fresh curry paste (Kroeung), coconut broth, curry leaves, pineapple, mixed vegetables and organic herbs

LEMONGRASS FRIED RICE
$20.90

Stir fried Jasmine Rice, Cambodian spice paste (Kroeung), egg and seasonal vegetables

Dinner - Add to Your Meal

Steamed Jasmine Rice
$5
Brown Rice
$6
Crispy Sweet Potatoes
$12.50
Crispy or Steamed Prawn Wontons (6pcs)
$12.90
Chinese broccoli stamp, garlic and chilli in oyster sauce
$14
Steamed seasonal vegetables
$12
Fried egg
$3
Extra homemade sauce
$2.50

Dinner - For the Kids

CHICKEN FINGER
$13

Deep-fried chicken strips

EGG FRIED RICE
$14

Stir fried Jasmine rice, mixed with vegetables and eggs

FLAT RICE NOODLES
$14.50

Stir fried rice noodles, mixed with vegetables and omelette

Dinner - Something Sweet

HOMEMADE COCONUT ICE CREAM
$12.50

Creamy coconut ice cream | crispy coconut roll

BLACK RICE PUDDING
$14.50

Black rice, yellow beans, coconut, vanilla ice cream and sesame seeds

STICKY RICE WITH JACKFRUIT
$14.50

Glutinous rice, Jackfruit, yellow beans, coconut and sesame seeds

Desserts

Homemade Coconut Ice Cream (V, Vegan)
$14.50
Black Rice Pudding (V, Vegan)
$15.90
Sticky Rice with Mango (GF)
$16

Soft Drinks

Coca Cola
$5.50
Coca Cola Zero
$5.50
Fanta
$5.50
Sprite
$5.50
Mineral Water
$5
Sparkling Water (330ml)
$5.50
Sparkling Water (750ml)
$9

Juice / Milkshake / Smoothie

Organice Orange Juice
$9.50
Organic Tropical Bliss Juice
$9.50
Organic Cloudy Apple Juice
$9.50
Vanilla Milkshake
$9.50
Chocolate Milkshake
$9.50
Banana Milkshake
$9.50
Coconut Milkshake
$9.50
Purple Smoothie
$12
Red Smoothie
$12
Yellow Smoothie
$12

Coffee & Tea (Special)

Traditional Cambodian Coffee with condensed milk (Hot)
$6.90
Lemongrass Ginger Ice Tea
$8.90
Traditional Cambodian Coffee with condensed milk (Cold)
$8.90

White Wine

'25 SEMILLION, Sauvignion Blanc Thieven Devlin - Riverland (Glass)
$10.50
'25 SEMILLION, Sauvignion Blanc Thieven Devlin - Riverland (Bottle)
$42
'23 PINOT GRIS, Miracle on the Wire - Central Ranges (Glass)
$12.50
'23 PINOT GRIS, Miracle on the Wire - Central Ranges (Bottle)
$48.50
'25 RIESLING, Million Estate Clare's Secret - Clare Valley (Glass)
$12.50
'25 RIESLING, Million Estate Clare's Secret - Clare Valley (Bottle)
$48.50
'24 CHARDONNAY, Lange Estate TSR - Frankland River(Glass)
$12
'24 CHARDONNAY, Lange Estate TSR - Frankland River(Bottle)
$46.50
'24 SAUVIGNON BLANC, Shelter Bay - Marlborough (Glass)
$12
'24 SAUVIGNON BLANC, Shelter Bay - Marlborough (Bottle)
$46
'24 PINOT GRIGIO, Tallarida - Mornington Peninsula (Bottle)
$49
'24 CHARDONNAY, Yarrawood Tall Tales - Yarra Valley (Bottle)
$52
'22 CHADONNAY, Domaine Felix Petit Chablis - Cotes d’Auxerre (Bottle)
$75

Rose Wine

'25 PRIMITIVO ROSE, Wine by Sam - Strathbogie Ranges (Glass)
$11.50
'25 PRIMITIVO ROSE, Wine by Sam - Strathbogie Ranges (Bottle)
$36
'23 LINEAGE, Seabrook - Barossa Valley (Glass)
$12
'23 LINEAGE, Seabrook - Barossa Valley (Bottle))
$38

Sparkling Wine

NV PROSECCO, Cofield Wines - Wahgunyah (Piccolo)
$13.50
NV BRUT, Tippinp Point - Cororooke (Piccolo)
$12.50
2'23 PROSECCO, Wine by Sam - Central Victoria (Bottle)
$42
NV PROSECCO, Westwood - Scotchmans Hill (Bottle)
$38
NV CUVEE BRUT, Westwood - Scotchmans Hill (Bottle)
$38

Red Wine

NV CABERNET SAUVIGNON MELRO, In Reverie Wines - Margaret River (Glass)
$12.20
NV CABERNET SAUVIGNON MELRO, In Reverie Wines - Margaret River (Bottle)
$47
'20 SHIRAZ, Gottfired Shiraz, Rosevale - Barossa Valley (Glass)
$14
'20 SHIRAZ, Gottfired Shiraz, Rosevale - Barossa Valley (Bottle)
$55
'17 CABERNET SAUVIGNON, Wine by Sam Pumblett - Strathbogie Ranges (Bottle)
$59
'23 Shiraz, Thivin Devlin - Riverland (Glass)
$11.50
'23 Shiraz, Thivin Devlin - Riverland (Bottle)
$36
'18 CABERNET SAUVIGNON, Yarrawood - Yarra Valley (Glass)
$12.50
'18 CABERNET SAUVIGNON, Yarrawood - Yarra Valley (Bottle)
$47
'22 PINOT NOIR, Tallarida - Mornington Peninsula (Glass)
$12.50
'22 PINOT NOIR, Tallarida - Mornington Peninsula (Bottle)
$48
'23 TEMPRANILLO, Millon Estate - Impressionist (Glass)
$12
'23 TEMPRANILLO, Millon Estate - Impressionist (Bottle)
$46

Beer & Cider

Tiger Beer
$10
Corona Extra
$10.50
James Boag Premium Light
$9.50
Crown Lager Beer
$10
Furphy Refreshing Ale
$9.50
Coopers Pale Ale
$10.50
Somersby Apple Cider
$10
Hills Cloudy Cider (Can)
$9.50

Cocktails

Espresso Martini
$18
Aperol Spritz
$17
Angkor Tropical
$20
Mojito
$17
Margarita
$18
Whiskey Bizarre
$21

Mocktails

Brown Coconut
$14
Angkor Slush
$14

Spirits (30ml)

Gin - Gordon
$9
Gin - Bombay
$10
Gin - Four Pillars
$11
Gin - Tanqueray
$10
Bourbon - Maker's Mark
$11
Bourbon - Jim Beam
$10.50
Bourbon - Wild Turkey
$11
Bourbon - Jack Daniel's
$11.50
Whiskey - Canadian Club
$10
Whiskey - Johnny Walker RED LABEL
$9
Whiskey - Johnny Walker BLACK LABEL
$11
Whiskey - Jameson
$10
Whiskey - Mekong (Thai)
$9
Rum - Bacardi
$9
Rum - Bundaberg
$9
Rum - Havana Club
$11
Rum - Captain Morgan
$9
Bacardi Reserva
$12
Tequila - Sierra Tequila
$9
Tequila - Jose Cuervo
$11
Vodka - Smirnoff
$9
Vodka - Belverdere
$11
Vodka - Grey Goose
$11

The Secret Recipe, Indian Fusion Restaurant

The Secret Recipe draws together Indian Punjabi, Nepalese and Indo-Chinese flavours under one roof. Operating in West Melbourne since 2019, the restaurant offers an unusually wide selection that can accommodate diners looking for street snacks, substantial curries, noodles or a complete thali. Generous portions and warm, attentive service are recurring strengths.

Steamed or pan-fried momos make a natural starting point, while Nepalese thukpa provides a comforting bowl of soupy noodles. The curry selection runs from dal makhani and paneer dishes to chicken tikka masala, goat curry and vindaloo. Hyderabadi biryani, tandoori chicken, chow mein and stuffed parathas expand the possibilities further. It is particularly well suited to mixed groups because vegetarian, vegan and meat-based choices are represented throughout the menu.

Address: 495–497 Spencer Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

Secret Recipe Indian Cuisine Menu

Vegetarian Snacks

Samosa 1 Pc
$4
Samosa 2 pc
$8
Samosa Chaat
$14.90
Aaloo Chop
$9.90
Aaloo Tikki
$14.90
Onion Bhaji (Pyaji)
$9.90
Papri Chaat
$14.90
Chatpate
$10
Veg- Momo Steamed
$16.90
Veg Momo Pan Fried
$18.90
Veg Momo Full Fried
$18.90
Chilli Veg Momo
$19.90
Veg- Chowmein
$16.90
Paneer Chowmein
$17.90
Paneer Chilli
$17.90
Paneer 65
$17.90
Dahi Puri
$15.90
Pani Puri
$15.90
Potato Fries
$9.90
Hot Masala Fries
$10.90
Chiili Chips
$14.90

Non-Vegetarian Snacks

Tandoori Chicken Half
$18.90
Tandoori Chicken Full
$29.90
Chicken Tikka
$18.90
Chicken Momo Steamed
$17.90
Chicken Momo Pan Fried
$19.90
Chicken Momo Full Fried
$19.90
Chilli Chicken Momo
$19.90
Chicken Chilli
$18.90
Chicken Pakora
$17.90
Egg Chowmein
$17.90
Chicken Chowmein
$18.90
Prawn Chowmein
$21.90
Lamb Chowmein
$21.90
Prawn Chilli
$22.90
Fish Pakora
$22.90
Chicken Wings Tandoori
$18.90
Chilli Chicken Wings
$18.90

Thukpa - Soupy Noodles Nepali Style

Vegetarian Thukpa
$19.90
Paneer Thukpa
$20.90
Chicken Thukpa
$19.90
Lamb Thukpa
$21.90
Mix Thukpa ( Lamb and Chicken)
$22.90

Vegetarian Curry

Daal Makhani
$17.90
Kadhai Paneer
$17.90
Matar Paneer
$17.90
Palak Paneer
$17.90
Chana Masala (Vegan)
$17.90
Mixed Vegetable Curry (Vegan)
$17.90
Paneer Makhani (Contains Cashews)
$17.90
Paneer Chilli
$18.90
Paneer 65
$18.90
Rajma
$17.90

Non-Vegetarian Curry

Butter Chicken (Contains Cashews)
$18.90
Chicken Tikka Masala (Contains Cashews)
$18.90
Chicken Curry
$18.90
Chicken Vindaloo
$19.90
Chicken Saag
$19.90
Chicken 65
$19.90
Goat Curry
$19.90
Goat Masala
$19.90
Goat Vindaloo
$20.90
Goat Saag
$20.90
Lamb Curry
$19.90
Lamb Masala
$19.90
Lamb Vindaloo
$20.90
Lamb Saag
$20.90
Fish Curry
$21.90

Rice

Plain Steamed Basmati Rice
$6
Jeera Rice
$8
Veg Fried Rice
$16.90
Schezwan Veg Fried Rice
$17.90
Paneer Fried Rice
$17.90
Schezwan Paneer Fried Rice
$18.90
Egg Fried Rice
$17.90
Schezwan Egg Fried Rice
$18.90
Prawn Fried Rice
$21.90
Schezwan Prawn Fried Rice
$22.90
Chicken Fried Rice
$18.90
Chicken Tikka Fried Rice
$19.90
Schezwan Chicken Fried Rice
$19.90
Chicken 65 Fried Rice
$20.90
Chicken 65 Biryani
$17.90
Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani
$17.90
Hyderabadi Goat Dum Biryani
$18.90
Fried Rice Family Pack
$75
Fried Rice Jumbo Pack
$120
Biryani Family Pack
$75
Biryani Jumbo Pack
$120

Breads

Plain Naan/Roti
$3.50
Butter Naan/Roti
$4
Garlic Naan/Roti
$4
Cheese Naan
$6

Tasty Cheese

Cheese Garlic Naan
$6.50

Tasty Cheese

Roti Paratha
$5

Aata

Plain Flour
$5
Chilli Paratha
$6
Ajwain Paratha
$6
Aaloo Paratha
$12.90

Stuffed roti cooked with Butter served with yoghurt and Mango Pickle 1 pc

Aaloo Paratha
$19.90

Stuffed roti cooked with Butter served with yoghurt and Mango Pickle 2pc

Gobi Paratha
$12.90

Stuffed roti cooked with Butter served with yoghurt and Mango Pickle 1 pc

Gobi Paratha
$19.90

Stuffed roti cooked with Butter served with yoghurt and Mango Pickle 2pc

Muli Paratha
$12.90

Stuffed roti cooked with Butter served with yoghurt and Mango Pickle 1 pc

Muli Paratha
$19.90

Stuffed roti cooked with Butter served with yoghurt and Mango Pickle 2pc

Paneer Paratha
$13.90

Stuffed roti cooked with Butter served with yoghurt and Mango Pickle 1 pc

Paneer Paratha
$20.90

Stuffed roti cooked with Butter served with yoghurt and Mango Pickle 2 pc

Chole and Bhature
$18.90

2 pcs With Small Chana Bowl

Chole and Bhature
$20.90

2 pcs With Large Chana Bowl

Extra Bhatura
$4.50
Puri Chole
$18.90

2 pcs With Small Chana Bowl

Puri Chole
$20.90

2 pcs With Large Chana Bowl

Extra Bhatura
$4.50

Thali

Veg Thali - Take Away
$20.90

3 Veg Curries Soft Drink Can, Papad, Onions, Achar (Pickle) Rice or 2 Butter Naan / Or 1 Naan& 1/2 Rice

Vegetarian Thali-Dine in
$18.90

3 Veg Curries Soft Drink Can, Papad, Onions, Achar (Pickle) Rice or 2 Butter Naan / Or 1 Naan& 1/2 Rice

Non-Vegetarian / Mix Thali - Dine in
$19.90

3 Veg/Non-Veg Curries Soft Drink Can, Papad, Onions, Achar (pickle Rice or 2 Butter Naan / Or 1 Naan& 1/2 Rice

Non-Vegetarian / Mix Thali - Take Away
$21.90

3 Veg/Non-Veg Curries Soft Drink Can, Papad, Onions, Achar (pickle Rice or 2 Butter Naan / Or 1 Naan& 1/2 Rice

Sides

Salad
$8
Yoghurt
$2.50

Small

Yoghurt
$6

Large

Raita
$2.50

Small

Raita
$6

Large

Papadums
$3
Mint Chutney
$3
Mango Chutney
$3
Mango Pickle
$3
Butter
$3
Mirchi Salan
$3

Drinks

Soft drink cans
$3.50
Lassi
$4.50

Mango

Lassi
$4.50

Plain

Lassi
$4.50

Sweet

Lassi
$4.50

Salty

Energy Drink
$4.50
Water Bottle
$3.50
Coconut Water
$4
Lemon Lime Bitters
$3.50
Bundaberg Ginger Beer
$3.50

Hot Drink

Chai
$4.50

Masala

Chai
$4.50

Cardamom

Desserts

Gulab Jamun
$4

1 pc

Gulab Jamun
$8

2pc

Vanilla Ice-Cream
$5
Gulab Jamun with Vanilla Ice-Cream
$7
Kheer (Rice Pudding)
$8
Suji Halwa (Contains Nuts)
$9.90

Hotel Spencer Bar & Grill

Hotel Spencer Bar & Grill preserves the character of a traditional Melbourne pub while offering a more considered food program than its relaxed appearance might suggest. With a history stretching back roughly a century, it remains a popular meeting place for local workers, families and visitors heading towards Marvel Stadium or Southern Cross Station.

The menu centres on steaks, burgers, parmas and other substantial pub favourites, supported by a broad selection of classic and craft beers. Particular care is given to coeliac diners, and recent customers have singled out the gluten-free parma as a highlight. Friendly management, efficient service and an energetic Friday-night atmosphere contribute as much to the experience as the generous food.

Address: 475 Spencer Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

Hotel Spencer Bar & Grill Menu

Burgers

Fillet 'o' Barra Sandwich
$25

A generous portion of tender and flaky panko crumbed Queensland barramundi, topped with American cheddar, slaw and house tartare, on a fluffy pumpkin bun. (GFA*)

Pulled Pork Sandwich
$25

Smoked in-house with Texan Mesquite, our apple cider brined and slow cooked pork shoulder is doused with our own Kansas City style BBQ sauce, pickled pepper relish and tangy slaw. On a fluffy milk bun. (GFA*)

Crispy Southern Chicken Burger
$25

Juicy Coca-Cola brined thigh fillet wrapped in a crispy Southern style coating. Topped with bacon, smoked cheddar cheese sauce, chipotle aioli and jalapeno salsa on a fluffy milk bun. (GFA*)

Grass-Fed Gippsland Beef Burger
$25

220g top quality house minced, smokehouse style patty, grilled medium. Topped with onion jam, American cheddar, dill pickles, pickled beetroot and smoked tomato ketchup on a fluffy milk bun. (GFA*)

Classic Pub Fare

Classic Fish & Chips
$27

Seasonal white fleshed skinless fish fillets in our light and crispy signature beer batter. Served on a bed of golden chips, with house made tartare, lemon and refreshing pea, watercress and mint salad. (GF)

Bangers and Mash
$28

Thick home style pork and fennel sausages, rich and buttery Paris mash, onion jam and red wine veal jus (GF)

The Spencer Parma
$32

300g Farmhouse-style crumbed chicken breast, our own over-roasted tomato sugo, double smoked ham and our signature cheese melt. Served with golden twice cooked chips (GF) Add house slaw $0.00

320g Grass-Fed Gippsland (Southern Valley) Angus Porterhouse
$40

Premium grass-fed porterhouse fillet, seared on our char-grill, with hand cut twice-cooked rosemary and sea salt chips, house slaw. (GF) Choice of one condiment from below: Creamy Mushroom Sauce Green Peppercorn Jus (DF) Red Wine Veal Jus (DF) Café de Paris Butter Strong Dijon Mustard (DF) French Seeded Mustard (DF)

Plant Based Pub Fare

Roasted Sweet Potato, Beetroot and Quinoa Burger
$23

A hearty all-veggie patty, packed with sweet potato, beetroot, silverbeet and quinoa, crumbed and pan fried to perfection. Served with chipotle aioli and pickled salsa in a fluffy pumpkin bun (Vegan, GFA*) Or add Goat's Cheese $2.00

Fillet 'o' Fish-less Sandwich
$23

Southern fried banana blossom "fillets" in our salty and savoury wakame and sesame marinade. On a bed of tangy slaw, topped with American cheddar style cheese and house tartare. In a fluffy pumpkin bun (Vegan, GFA*)

The Smokehouse Burger
$23

A 100% plant-based alternative to our traditional beef burger, same great smoky taste. Our in-house blend of vegetable proteins topped with all your favourites: Cheddar style cheese, lettuce, pickles, beet and smoky ketchup on a fluffy pumpkin bun (Vegan, GFA*)

Sides/To Share

Jalapeño Bhaji Poppers
$14

South Indian inspired, battered mild green chillies, stuffed with spices and a “cheesy” miso filling. With mint and coconut yoghurt. 4 pcs (Vegan, GF)

Smoky Mac and Cheese Croquettes
$16

Chunky crumbed squares of extra cheesy mac, with a mild and refreshing Buffalo-style blue cheese dressing. 4 pcs (Veg, GF)

Hand Cut Twice-Cooked Chips
$16

Crispy and golden skin-on potato chips, rosemary and sea salt, with aioli and ketchup (Vegetarian, GF, DF)

House Salad
$13

Please ask our friendly staff for this week's delicious and seasonal ensemble! (Usually vegan, always GF. PRICE MAY VARY)

Hansang

Hansang is built around the Korean idea of presenting a table full of food. Its cooking is hearty, homely and designed for sharing, with an extensive selection of banchan accompanying the main dishes. The compact dining room works particularly well for small groups interested in exploring several flavours rather than ordering a single isolated plate.

Set menus combine dishes such as tender pork hock, kimchi soup and rice with a generous assortment of refillable side dishes. Bibimbap, traditional stews and other familiar Korean comfort foods provide alternatives for a simpler meal. Recent sentiment is somewhat more mixed than for the restaurants above, but diners continue to praise the variety of banchan, value of the shared sets and depth of flavour in the soups and slow-cooked meats.

Address: Unit 2, 349 King Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

Hansang Menu

Mains

Ox Bone Broth
$26

Hansang's signature bone broth, simmered for 48 hours and served with wheat noodles and sliced beef

Yukgaejang
$26
Beef Bulgogi
$26

Savoury prime beef thinly sliced and marinated in sesame oil, garlic, ginger and soy sauce for four hours.

Doenjang Jjigae
$23

Korean traditional soybean paste soup with tofu & vegetables [Popular]

Grilled Mackerel Fish
$31

Grilled mackerel with crispy skin and flaky flesh.

Haemul Pa Jeon
$32

Crispy fresh seafood and vegetable pancake, served with a dipping sauce.

Kodari Jorim
$48

Half dried braised pollakis marinated pan fried & stirred with kodari chunks coated with plenty of sauce served with vegetables

Galbi Jjim
$27

Juicy beef short ribs, marinated for 12 hour in Hansang's signature Korean BBQ sauce.

SPECIAL TTEOKBOKKI
$45

WITH NODDLE & DUMPLING & FRIED SEAWEED ROLL

KIMCHI FRIED RICE
$21

Spicy Korean-style rice dish with kimchi.

Kimchi Jjigae
$23

Warm spicy Kimchi stew with sliced pork & vegetables

POLLOCK PANCAKE
$31

Flaky pollock in a crispy pancake. [Popular]

Jju Ggumi Bokgeum
$40

Spicy stir fried baby octopus with vegetables

BEEF PANCAKE
$32

Tender beef in a crispy pancake.

Jju Ggumi Bokgeum with Pork Belly
$45

Spicy stir fries baby octopus with vegetables and pork belly.

Bibimbab
$26

Hot rice topped with variety of cooked vegetables, marinated beef, layered with a fried egg on top

Spicy Pork Bulgogi
$26

Tender pork thinly sliced and marinated in Hansang's spicy sauce.

FRIED SEAWEED ROLL
$21

Crispy seaweed wrapped around a delicious filling.

Kkot-Gea Tang
$51

Hansang's warming spicy crab and vegetable soup.

Bo-Ssam
$28

Tender braised pork belly boiled in a range of spices, thinly sliced and served with a side dish of kimchi and dipping sauce.

Spam Soft Tofu Jjigae
$27

Soft tofu and Spam in a spicy chilli broth.

Seafood Soft Tofu Jjigae
$29

Spicy soft tofu jjigae with prawns, squid, vegetables and a cracked egg.

LA Galbi
$29

Juicy cross-cut beef short ribs marinated in Korean BBQ sauce.

Dumpling Hotpot
$51

Dumplings in a hotpot with napa cabbage, enoki and king oyster mushrooms, carrots and spring onions.

Tteokbokki
$29

Traditional soft Korean rice cake, stir fried in your choice of a sweet soy honey sauce, or Hansang's spicy sauce.

Pork Hock
$42

Tender pork hock. Served with raddish kimchi.

Kimchi Jeon
$31

Crispy pork and kimchi pancake served with a dipping sauce.

PORK DUMPLING
$21

Tender pork wrapped in a delicate dumpling wrapper.

SPRING ONION CHICKEN PANCAKE
$32

Crispy pancake filled with chicken and spring onion. [Popular]

KIMCHI PANCAKE(SQUID)
$32

Spicy Korean-style pancake filled with squid.

Grilled Pacific Saury
$31

Pacific saury grilled for crispy skin and tender, delicate flesh.

Sides

Ten Side Dishes
$20

These change daily.

Five Side Dishes
$12

These change daily.

Kimchi
$20

500 grams of kimchi.

Rice
$3

Steamed white rice served as a side dish.

Drinks

Sprite
$4

375 mL can.

Fanta
$4

375 mL can.

Coke
$4

375 mL can.

Final Thoughts

West Melbourne’s strongest restaurants reflect the neighbourhood itself: multicultural, welcoming and more interested in substance than hype. Long-standing venues such as Amiconi and the Royal Standard Hotel provide a sense of continuity, while restaurants including ANGKOR, Warung Agus and Hansang introduce diners to distinctive family and regional traditions.

The suburb also rewards different styles of dining. Sassy Italian suits a lively group celebration, Smile Thai makes an easy weeknight choice, and Three Crowns or Hotel Spencer can turn a simple pub meal into a relaxed evening out. Together, these restaurants show why West Melbourne deserves to be treated as a dining destination rather than merely a passage between the CBD and the inner west.