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Modern Australian restaurant in Southbank, Victoria
What should I order at Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar?
What to order
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Bottomless Brunch
Most frequently recommended in the reviews; guests repeatedly called it fun, great value, and praised the food, cocktails, and attentive service during the experience.
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Seafood Pasta
Specifically highlighted as a must-order dish, with reviewers saying it was highly recommended and part of a wonderful dinner.
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Oysters
Mentioned alongside the seafood pasta as a highly recommended item, praised as part of an excellent meal.
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Pesto Pizza
Called divine and one of the best pizzas the reviewer had ever eaten, making it a standout dish in the reviews.
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5
Steak
Praised for being perfectly cooked as requested, showing strong consistency and quality.
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6
Whiskey Sour
Recommended as a happy hour cocktail; reviewers described it as delicious and well-priced.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 12 AM |
About Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Eclectic cuisine in a vast, stylish restaurant and bar with charcoal lounges and a mirrored ceiling.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar known for?
It is especially known for steak, cocktails, and a lively Southbank setting, with reviews often calling out perfectly cooked sirloin and medium-rare steak. Guests also mention happy hour deals, bottomless brunch, and the outdoor, buzzy atmosphere by the water.
What dishes are most recommended at Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight the steak, pesto pizza, Wagyu sliders, calamari, and arancini. The food is often described as high quality and well cooked, with the sliders and pizza standing out as specific favorites.
What is the atmosphere like at Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar?
The vibe is lively and social, with DJs on some nights, outdoor seating, water views, and a busy crowd. It is described as a good fit for groups, date nights, solo drinks, and dinner before events in Southbank.
Is Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is A$40 to 60, and many reviews say the venue feels like good value, especially during happy hour or half-price meal and drink specials. Guests specifically call out bargain-priced cocktails, express lunch deals, and strong value for the quality of the food.
When is the best time to visit Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar?
If you want a quieter or better-value visit, reviewers point to happy hour from 4.30 to 6.30 pm and express lunch deals as strong options. The place is often described as busy, so reservations are recommended for lunch, brunch, and dinner, especially on weekends or event nights.
Is parking available at Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar have vegetarian options?
Yes, Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar offers vegan options.
