Abacus Bar & Kitchen

Name: Abacus Bar & Kitchen
Address: 383 Chapel St, South Yarra, AU-VIC, Australia, 3141
Telephone: (03) 9824 1026
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (55)

$41 to $100

Australian

383 Chapel St, South Yarra, AU-VIC 3141

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2 people

23 May 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

"Abacus bar & kitchen is a cafe concept that could and should be replicated and enjoyed all around the world.

It has embraced the 'all day dining' model with a breakfast menu that transforms into snacks and evening dining making it an option for any mood or customer. It also has a fully licensed drinks list and al fresco seating to suit the late afternoon spritz while people watching as one of Melbourne's busiest strips passes you by.

All of this inside one of Melbourne's best interior spaces, Abacus provides a casual dining experience to remember.

The food is good and honest, it has broken out of the traditional mould for opening hours, the customer service is elevated, sustainability is deeply rooted in their ethos and it's a design-driven space that you want to be in. These business characteristics harmoniously work together and the success of them shows in the lines of people waiting for tables to enjoy a meal here."

- future food

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Café
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 7:00 am–4:00 pm Wed–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9824 1026
Website
http://abacusbar.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Dirk Roedig
Catering
We have a full catering offering that can bring Abacus directly to you anywhere in the city. <br /><br />Please email us at: catering@abacusbar.com.au for more information.
Private party facilities
With room for 150 guests, Abacus is the perfect venue to host your private event - sit down dinners, cocktail parties, product launches, bar mitzvahs or more. Please email events@abacusbar.com.au for further information.

Location
383 Chapel St, South Yarra, AU-VIC 3141
Area
South Yarra
Cross Street
Near the corner of Chapel St & Commercial Road.
Parking details
Street parking is available as well as a public parking complex behind the building next to the Prahran Market.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Steak Night
$25.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us at Abacus for our special Steak Night! For just $25, indulge in a delicious dry-aged steak, perfectly cooked to your liking and served with a side of crispy chips and a fresh salad. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a high-quality meal without breaking the bank. Come savour the flavours every Thursday night—your taste buds will thank you!
Bottomless Pasta Night
$28.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us every Friday night for our amazing Bottomless Pasta — yes, you heard that right, unlimited bowls of pasta for just $28 per person! Indulge in endless bowls of our house-made pasta and savour every bite without breaking the bank. *All bottomless pasta seatings are strictly for 90 minutes.
Snack Menu
Multiple dates available
Our Snack Menu offers a delicious variety of bite-sized treats perfect for any occasion. Indulging savoury nibbles, each item is crafted to satisfy your cravings and complement your day. Whether you're looking for something light or a little more indulgent, there's a snack for every taste!

What 55 people are saying

Abacus Bar & Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Inner City South
Great for brunch
Inner City South
Good for business meals
Inner City South
Gluten-free-friendly
Inner City South
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Abacus Bar & Kitchen offers a "wonderful ambience" with "fantastic service" and "excellent food". Highlights include the "value-packed steak night," "divine appetisers," and "amazing pasta night." The "gorgeous interior" and "friendly staff" enhance the experience, making it a perfect spot for family gatherings and solo visits alike.

55 Reviews

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Eden
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The entree (foccacia) was amazing, especially the butter. The $25 steak night deal on Thursdays was so worth it, the steak was cooked perfectly, with a generous portion of fries. And to end it, the basque cheesecake was to die for! Additionally, the customer service was excellent! The staff were constantly checking in to see if we were enjoying our food and if we were keen on any drinks.
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Bailey
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
There's a good variety of breakfast and lunch meals, and some fantastic drinks! The interior is gorgeous and the general vibes were awesome. It was a great place to bring the family for Mother's Day.
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Louisa
Melbourne2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Steak was inedible, but staff were extremely kind and understanding
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Mandy
Melbourne19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Abacus Bar and Kitchen is a fantastic restaurant with a wonderful ambience and space. The service was outstanding and the food very good. The overall experience was wonderful and we will certainly become regulars!
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Tang
Melbourne1 review
4.0
Dined on 8 May 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Service was decent, messed up one of our orders but overall food was worth its value. Great ambience. Highly recommend the truffle sauce instead of the salsa verde for the steak 🥰
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rebecca
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
"Divine appetisers and a value-packed steak night made for an unforgettable experience. The '’Native berry sour' cocktail quickly became a personal favourite. As a solo diner, I truly appreciated the warm atmosphere and staff who went above and beyond."
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Catherine
Bristol2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pasta night is AMAZING! really good selection of pastas and you can try loads of different ones it’s perfect!
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Michelle
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service with reasonable price. The beautiful plants and high ceilings add to the comfortable ambience. The only slight complaint was I ordered a squid ink linguine but it came as a fettuccine. Still yummy, but would have been nice to get a heads up.
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Paul
London3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We have visited this place over the last 7 years on our annual trips to Australia. It seems to have changed, with a more limited menu and certainly shorter opening hours. The food was the greatest disappontment, it was just very very average. Too much came drenched in sauces, or additions of dressings or spices that destroyed the taste of the underlying meat, pasta or fish. a great disappointent to previous occasions and sadly we will not rush back . Service was Ok, not wow but acceptable
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Vivienne
London8 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall a great venue and one of the few places that offers a good selection of food, drinks and music late on a Sunday afternoon.
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Abacus Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.3 stars by 55 OpenTable diners.

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