The food was horrible

Stunning food and excellent service, this has become one of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne

We had a lovely lunch, the food was absolutely delicious and the staff were very attentive.
We look forward to bringing more friends back

We were impressed with the range of offerings and the efficiency of the service. We had a booking for lunch inside and were offered a choice of two tables. Checking in via the QR code was simple and after that we could relax and enjoy. The chicken Katsura bao and the basque cheesecake were standouts.

Absolutely delicious. And charming service. But left hungry, going home to cook a full meal after their set menu. Have never done that before at any restaurant.

Excellent food and we will come back when your menu is changed
Thank you....

A lovely restaurant - really nice food and a great space. e will definitely be back. The set menu was perfect.

We were delighted with the set menu, wine and cocktails. We were concerned that they wouldn't be able to accommodate gluten free with the set menu, but they nailed it...even making delicious gluten free bao! We were so excited to dine at James and will definitely be back!

Amazing food and service, would definitely return.

Great date spot. Wine-bar vibe with great service and interesting, Japanese inspired food. Set menu for dinner came at a relaxed pace and was perfect amount. Will definitely make our way back.

Great staff. Incredible food - the Chicken Bao is a must have.

The best place in South Melbourne by a long way. They nail it every time!

Love everything about James and still like that it is a local for locals and a hidden secret.

Yes, definitely! I went in January and enjoyed it so much I took a group of friends a few weeks later!!

Amazing food / share plates especially the beef tin and tempura eggplant . Waitresses were fun and funky. Only improvements - was a bit cold sitting directly in line with air con and it wld be great to have carafe of water on table rather than just a glass each . Otherwise this wld be full 10 score!

Overall a nice place to hang out and have a few wines and food. The baos are good but was disappointed with some other dishes such as the beef rib which was very “gamey” flavour.

Great ambience, great food and wine list. Highly recommend

Staff are great, Maddie just divine. Food is always of a high standard

Awesome food. Great atmosphere and service. I've been 4 times in the last month!

The service is second to none! Always made to feel welcome and treated with the utmost respect.

The food is superb and the choice of wine and spirits is brilliant!

Highly recommend

Great restaurant! Food was amazing and they have an interesting wine list where we found a delicious Rosso at a reasonable price. Staff were informative and helpful. Can’t wait to go back soon!

We had a great time. The staff were fabulous in letting us try wines as we were drinking wine by the glass all night. Food was great and wine was really interesting and enjoyable.

Love this place!
Food is wonderful and service is very friendly

Been there a few times, love how friendly the staff are. Also has great ambience and vibes. Food was beautiful.

Amazing food and service - as always - and great value for money. The space is super cozy and the staff are always there to recommend best food choices and wine pairings depending on the company of friends. A++!

Love the food, love the staff and love the vibe. I have been twice in two weeks and will be back very soon.