Warm dining room at Kitchen & Vine at dusk with candlelit tables and an open kitchen in the background

Seasonal Dining Melbourne

Seasonal Dining in the Heart of Melbourne

Kitchen & Vine is a contemporary Australian restaurant on Collins Street, where seasonal produce and open-fire cooking meet a refined, welcoming dining room.

  • Located at 161 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
  • Seasonal menu changes with the best of Victorian produce
  • Open kitchen and chef-led experience

Seasonal Philosophy

Rooted in the Victorian Seasons

Our menu is a living reflection of Victoria's growing seasons. We work directly with local growers, fishers, and producers to bring the freshest ingredients to your plate, changing dishes as the seasons turn. From spring asparagus to autumn mushrooms, every visit offers a new expression of the region.

  • Partnerships with small-scale Victorian farms
  • Daily specials based on market availability
  • Emphasis on native Australian ingredients
Chefs working over an open flame in the Kitchen & Vine open kitchen

Open Kitchen

Theatre of the Open Kitchen

Our open kitchen places the craft of cooking at the centre of the dining room. Watch our chefs prepare dishes over open flame, plate with precision, and bring the energy of the kitchen to your table.

  • Chef's counter seating available
  • Open-fire cooking techniques
  • Interactive chef interactions
Sommelier pouring red wine into a glass at a candlelit table

Wine Culture

A Cellar Built for the Table

Our wine list celebrates Australian and international producers, with a focus on small-batch and organic wines. Our sommelier works with the kitchen to create pairings that elevate each dish, from crisp Victorian whites to robust reds that stand up to open-fire cooking.

  • Extensive Australian wine selection
  • Sommelier-led pairings
  • Wine flights available

Dining Atmosphere

An Atmosphere of Warmth and Elegance

Our dining room is designed to feel both intimate and vibrant. Natural materials, soft lighting, and botanical accents create a space that transitions seamlessly from daytime dining to evening sophistication.

Warm, Natural Material Palette

Timber, stone, and linen create a grounded, tactile environment that feels both contemporary and welcoming.

Soft, Adjustable Lighting

Layered lighting shifts from bright and airy at lunch to intimate and candlelit as the evening progresses.

Botanical and Vine Motifs

Subtle botanical linework and living greenery echo the restaurant's seasonal, vineyard-rooted identity.

Signature Dishes

A Taste of the Season

Our menu changes with the seasons, but a few dishes have become signatures. These plates showcase our commitment to flavour, technique, and the best of Victorian produce.

Wood-fired Murray cod with native herbs on a ceramic plate

Wood-Fired Murray Cod

Native herbs, charred lemon, coastal greens.

$42

Slow-cooked lamb shoulder with seasonal vegetables on a dark plate

Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder

Seasonal vegetables, rosemary jus, native pepper.

$38

Charred heirloom carrots with whipped ricotta on a light plate

Charred Heirloom Carrots

Whipped ricotta, toasted seeds, herb oil.

$24

Casino Lounge

After Dinner, the Evening Continues

When your meal concludes, the night is just beginning. Adjacent to the dining room, our Casino Lounge offers a sophisticated space for poker, roulette, and blackjack—all physical, social, and face-to-face.

  • Poker tables for friendly and competitive play
  • Roulette and blackjack tables
  • Physical, social atmosphere—no digital gambling
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Sophisticated physical casino lounge with a poker table, warm lighting, and elegant decor

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Ready to Dine with Us?

View our current menu or reserve your table for an unforgettable evening of seasonal cuisine, fine wine, and after-dinner entertainment.