Dessous

Amazing food, delicious cocktails and lovely service

Fantastic food and fabulous drinks. This is a hidden gem of the Melbourne food a scene!

Great ambience, stunning service and amazing food,

Such a treat to spend the evening at Dessous

Do you want a classy ambience? In a 'hidden' spot that would be great for boisterous friends gathering or even for a quieter, more intimate date? Dessous is outstanding - from the service to the crispy aged duck, the red curry corn fritters, the pickled muscles and the wine and gin, it would be hard to imagine anyone walking away disappointed.

First time at Dessous to celebrate my friend’s birthday. Our experience could not be faulted. Food was top notch, which I expected as a regular at Hazel upstairs. The staff were very knowledgable re wine and offered guidance and had discussions in a casual and accessible manner. Good offering of international and local wine, for all budgets. Service overall was very friendly and casual, yet professional. The ambiance of the space is very cosy; perfect for date night or catch up with friends! Equally as good for drinks (and nibbles) as it is for dinner. Highly recommend! I can’t wait to go back!

I love this place for the discrete, secret agent like location. As well as the super, sleek and sexy ambiance. Everything from the lighting to the utensils incorporates complete attention to detail.

The food is exceptional and the combination of textures and flavors is always a welcomed treat. I keep coming back because it is one of the best places to go if you want to impress a date with high quality ingredients and remarkably delicious servings.

Although We didn’t eat, the food looked delicious. Sat at the bar and really enjoyed the drinks menu and great ambiance.

Beautiful basement space, but super noisy and service isn’t that great for the price

The ambience was really lovely. The food from the chefs menu was a good amount however the main dish we were served was meatballs and I feel that it didn’t match the rest of the dishes which were served and didn’t quite hit the spot. Really enjoyed the mussels! The wait staff were also really lovely and helpful with all enquires.

Great food, amazing service and beautiful place to wine and dine! Will be going back ASAP!

Fabulous cocktails and delicious food.
A little light on toilet accessibility.

Food and service ah-amazing. Only negative would be there is only one toilet for everyone to use.

Amazing food, everything was so tasty, great vibe, loved it. Will be back!

Great spot
Not too big, reduced diner numbers meant not loud.
Food was delicious. We had set menu. Venison meatballs were beautiful.
I’ll be back 👍🏼

Romantic and intimate setting. The service was above exceptional. Food is definitely unlike other restaurants and a true experience for any food lover.

First visit. Everything was fantastic. Great staff and delicious food

Perfect Night out

It was amazing! This is my second time here. The vibe is nice and the food is amazing like the first time

Delicious food, especially the lobster donuts. The best!!!

Food was just average. Sounded better on the menu than it was in person. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Had a really nice night, waiting staff were outstanding and Dodd snd wine were great!

Just the most wonderful experience of dining I have had in Melbourne. The food, the ambience and the matched wines were truly special! I highly recommend this restaurant

Amazing food and service. Expected the cabbage to be a useful side dish and it ended up being a show stopper! Best meal during my visit in Melbourne. Exceptional.

Should have avoided the chefs menu, because we have one piscatorial, we all ended eating crab with no meat and just fish and fish. Used to be such a great restaurant. However, the staff continue to be amazing.

Incredible food, attentive and friendly staff . Great place for a drink or special occasion dinner. Loved the playlist too!

Everything was spectacular

It was fantastic. Food was delicious and our host for the evening was wonderful. Looking forward to our next date night there.

Had the chef's selection, it is one of the best value and tastiest chef selections that we have tried. Will definitely be back!

Beautiful, intimate dining experience. Food was excellent, service was great. We weren’t rushed, excellent ambience and not too noisy, which is hard to find!

Really lovely experience! Wonderful food and fantastic service!

Wow - this place is amazing - the food was absolutely stunning and the service was even better.
The lobster donut - I’d go back just for that 🤩

I was extremely happy with our dining experience as Dessous. Food, wine, staff, ambience ... everything exceeded my expectations. I have already recommended to family and friends who plan to attend. I will be back !

Yummy food, great staff! Love this little gem in the city!

Great atmosphere, ambience and styled venue. Just loved it, attentive service very trendy and cool. So we did the chefs tasting menu some dishes were amazing the scallop sandwich, mussel and belly pork were to die for. Drinks expensive but very nice wines gutted they ran out of Prosecco though after one class! Definitely go our whole party we’re impressed.

Dessous is a perfect place to go to on a date or celebrate a special occasion! It's dimly lit atmosphere makes it a sexy little joint to enjoy quality cocktails and delicious food. Been there more than once and definitely will be coming back for more! Highly recommend!

The chef's menu is great. The service impeccable and the sommelier knowledgeable. It makes for an excellent night

a beautiful environment, delicious and refreshingly different style, personable staff. Would return any day.

Delicious food in a beautiful setting. Great space for conversation while dining, despite vibrant environment. Service was initially very slow but attentive once arrived.

Booked Dessous for an early Saturday night dinner before a show. Staff were excellent and very accommodating of our dietary requirements and time limit. Even at 5:30pm the ambience was great (thanks to effective mood lighting) and the food and wine was delicious. Highly recommend.