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The Barre  - The Barre, Melbourne, AU-VIC

The Barre

4.2
4.2
1021 Reviews
$40 and under
Modern Australian
Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3004

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for groups
The Barre, Arts Centre Melbourne’s sleek space, offers a touch of luxury and hint of showmanship. You’ll find a lively pre- and post-show buzz that takes the bar and eatery from early evening to late night.

The modern Australian menu, with its emphasis on fresh seasonal ingredients, offers both small and larger dishes to be shared and enjoyed with friends. Choose from a well-considered wine list with prominence to local winemakers, an exciting range of craft beers and ciders, or a distinct selection of cocktails and small-batch Australian gins and single malt whiskies.

The world of booze, bubbles and beers is ever-changing and The Barre is excited to also offer a range of alcohol-free options.

From a pre-show sparkling with a share plate, a meal with a fine wine or a mellow late-night drink, we invite you to join us at The Barre.

Additional information

  • Area
    Southbank
  • Cross Street
    St Kilda Rd
  • Parking details
    The Arts Centre Melbourne car park, owned and operated by us, is located just minutes from The Barre, our theatres, the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) and central Melbourne, with 24-hour car parking available at competitive rates. Please note: Our car park has a height restriction of 1.9m.
  • Public transit
    By Train - get off at Flinders Street Station in the Melbourne CBD and walk for a few minutes along St Kilda Road, over Princes Bridge and the Yarra River. By Tram - stop in front of Arts Centre Melbourne at the Arts Precinct stop number 14: 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 and 72. This tram stop is fully accessible for people who use wheelchairs.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Lunch with Anthony Fikkers Rising Winery

    $120.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 May 2025 only
    12:00 pm
    Are you searching for the ideal gift for your mother this Mother’s Day? Consider treating her to an extraordinary lunch experience. This month, we invite you to a special event featuring Anthony Fikker, the renowned chief winemaker from Rising Winery. We have carefully curated an exceptional four-course lunch, perfectly complemented by a selection of Rising's finest wines. Don't let this chance for an afternoon of exquisite dining and wine tasting, hosted by Anthony himself, pass you by. Secure your reservation today to guarantee your place!
    Lunch with Anthony Fikkers Rising Winery photo
  • Lunch with Belinda Hughes

    $120.00 per person

    Prepaid

    29 June 2025 only
    12:00 pm
    Attention all Riesling enthusiasts! We have an exhilarating event lined up for you this June: a specially curated four-course lunch, each dish expertly paired with a glass of exquisite Riesling. Join us for a one-of-a-kind dining experience featuring winemaker Belinda Hughes from Rieslingfreak and Deadman Walking winery. The menu has been thoughtfully crafted to highlight the unique qualities of Riesling, and we are confident you will adore it. Be sure to secure your spot early, as this event is expected to sell out quickly!
    Lunch with Belinda Hughes photo

What 1,021 people are saying

The Barre 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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • City Centre

    Gluten-free-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Barre offers a vibrant pre-show dining experience with swift service and a "great spot for a pre-theatre dinner." Although the menu is limited, the food is generally "delicious" and well-presented, with highlights like the "confit of duck leg" and "chips to die for!!!!!" The staff are "friendly, attentive and mindful of customer service," ensuring a pleasant visit despite some noise and occasional menu mishaps.

1,021 Reviews
  1. Stephen VIP

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent, especially the confit duck leg, though snapper was quite small. Half price happy hour drinks before 6pm was a bonus for us. Service was very quick despite the busy time, but noise level was high.

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  2. Rosie VIP

    London5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 9 April 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The entre and main were delivered together! The calamari was cold and the lamb was tough. Very disappointing.

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  3. Judy

    Melbourne9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 7 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely helpful staff and very good service. Fish and chips very tasty.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I was pretty disappointed in the food here. I ordered the mushroom ravioli which was soggy and tasteless and there was too much sauce to pasta ratio. My friend ordered the whole snapper which needed to be at least partially deboned as she found the whole eating experience unpleasant due to the many chunky bones. The service however was fine and accommodating. I didn’t feel the restaurant as a whole had much ambience however.

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  5. Felicity

    Las Vegas1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Handy if you are seeing a show at the Arts Centre and want a quick bite to eat. Food is good but service is, as always, average at best.

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  6. Diane

    Melbourne1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately both my husband and I chose the confit of Duck which was stringy tough and obviously over cooked, very disappointed, the accompaniment was it's only saving grace paired beautifully with the flavour of the duck if had been cooked correctly would have made for a lovely meal.

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  7. Barry

    Dallas3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent, courteous and quick service. Best choice for before theatre.

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  8. Sandy

    Melbourne10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is an excellent place for pre-show dinner - service is good and quick, limited menu but food is nicely presented and tasty. Coffee is also very good

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  9. Charlotte

    Melbourne1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was disappointing. Why put curry on scallops?

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  10. Ylonne

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was at the Barre for a celebratory lunch with my two granddaughters. We all agreed that the food, wine and service was exceptional. We loved the canapés as a starter matched with a glass of Alister Timms wine and each subsequent course matched with the wine was so delicious. I wish I knew how to make each dish. I liked the setup of the menu and the staff were very friendly and attentive led by Mat. I really have nothing detrimental to say, except for the windy day, although it was a nice idea to serve the entree or Prelude outside.

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FAQs

The Barre is rated 4.2 stars by 1021 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Barre

Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3004

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    St Kilda Rd
  • Area
    Southbank
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 16:00–23:00
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Afternoon Tea, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The Arts Centre Melbourne car park, owned and operated by us, is located just minutes from The Barre, our theatres, the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) and central Melbourne, with 24-hour car parking available at competitive rates. Please note: Our car park has a height restriction of 1.9m.
  • Public transit
    By Train - get off at Flinders Street Station in the Melbourne CBD and walk for a few minutes along St Kilda Road, over Princes Bridge and the Yarra River. By Tram - stop in front of Arts Centre Melbourne at the Arts Precinct stop number 14: 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 and 72. This tram stop is fully accessible for people who use wheelchairs.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Andreas Koker
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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