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1/252 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
(03) 9663 7660
Ranked #84 of 2,425 restaurants in Melbourne
4.0 of 5 stars 131 Reviews
Price range: INR56 - INR56
Cuisines: Italian, Thai
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Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Melbourne CBD
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London
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I went with a group of friends, and with our waitresses recommendations we ordered many dishes to share. The food was incredible- although many were quite hot so make sure you have plenty of liquids or rice on hand! For a couple or a smaller group or if you order your own meal, I doubt you would get the same... More

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See 5 more reviews by EmilyPeach for Melbourne
Perth, Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

We easily found this restaurant, good location on Swanston st, easily accessible by tram although you need to be able to climb a couple of flights of stairs to get inside as it's on the second floor. The place is always really busy and bookings in advance essential. The food was nice but way too hot!!! And everything we picked... More

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See 6 more reviews by ozchick5 for Melbourne
melbourne
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

food is excellent bar is super and the balconies are highly sought after. Ambience just right More

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See 8 more reviews by cazirola for Melbourne
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

The food is pricy but a great location makes up for this. If you can get on one of the little balconies that overlook Swanston St its a nice aspect on the city on a sunny day. They charge for everything, so your in BMW territory .. you know you get wheels and windows but everything else is an extra..... More

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See 9 more reviews by jermduff for Melbourne
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Worst martini I've ever had- and I'm from Canberra, so that's saying something!!! The food is great, we ate here about 2 months back- avoid the jungle curry unless you're brave (gorgeous taste jut very hot!). The staff need to realise they work in a BAR, they're clearly cooler than anyone else in existence and make the patrons feel so.... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

No wonder this place is always packed. Authentic Thai food in an avant-garde location. Fun and delicious, with a well-chosen selection of wines. Staff are very knowledgeable, intelligent and friendly. More

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See 9 more reviews by SuJo-a-GoGo for Melbourne
Hobart Tasmania
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The menu is huge but the staff were very happy to help us decide. The servings are large and spicy. The flavours are amazing. The wine list is a small phone book of interesting international wines. Many beers on tap, some you've never heard of!! Highly recommended. More

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Melbourne
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Located on swanston street in the city, next to the QV. Very popular among the 25-40 age group. A bit funky, classic and very popular for catch up drinks. Just a bit too busy on Friday nite to find a seat. More

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See 7 more reviews by Ming S for Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

love the Dry Red Seafood Curry - share with 3 people (ladies), or 2 hungry people (men) - So FREEAKIN GOOD and sexy wait staff with excellent knowledge of wine list! More

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Albury, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

You can't go to cookie and not have a great time, the food is always tasty, the menu extensive. The decor is really quirky, and they have the staff to match. The only drawback can be that it gets quite echoey and noisy. It has a fun party atmosphere and the drinks menu is super extensive. Service can be really... More

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