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Mama Le, Kensington, AU-VIC

Mama Le

4.5 (182)
$40 and under
Vietnamese
31 Stubbs St, Kensington, AU-VIC 3031

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Mama Le

4.5
$40 and under
Vietnamese
Kensington

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to Mama Le (pronounced Mama Lee). At Mama Le, we serve up Vietnamese fusion dishes that celebrate tradition while embracing innovation. Our elevated dining experience brings comfort food to new heights, all inspired by Mama’s kitchen.

Expect a few surprises along the way – from cheeky cocktail names inspired by Mama’s kids, to a vibrant atmosphere crafted with love. The space itself was once an ordinary office warehouse, thoughtfully transformed into a stylish, multi-level restaurant designed for sharing food, stories, and laughs.

Come hungry, leave happy – and always feel at home with us.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Vietnamese, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Casual dining experience
  • Private party facilities
    Rebel Bar can host private events. Birthdays, bridal showers, engagements can be hosted at Mama's. Seated and cocktail style events can be catered.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Kensington
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Tram 57 Kensington Station New Market Station Macaulay station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • Mama Feed Me! $49 Per Person.

    2 - 14 people

    Multiple dates available
    Let Mama feed you with our Vietnamese fusion banquet for $49 per person. This is made up of our most popular dishes from our à la carte menu. You'll get an assortment of smalls and larger dishes to share. Vegan banquet available. Minimum 2 people.
    Mama Feed Me! $49 Per Person. photo
  • Mama’s Banquet | $79pp

    2 - 14 people

    Multiple dates available
    Settle in and let Mama feed you. Enjoy a generous shared banquet featuring a selection of Mama Le favourites, from snacks and entrées through to your choice of main with sides. Includes a glass of wine per person, with the option to upgrade to a cocktail for +$7. Designed to share. No substitutions.
    Mama’s Banquet | $79pp photo

Offers

  • $16 Noodle Night

    2 - 14 people

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:00 pm - 7:45 pm
    Wednesday night's got even better with $16 vermicelli noodle bowls all night

    $16 Noodle Night photo
  • Mama's Happy Hour!

    2 - 14 people

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - Sat - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Come join us for happy hour daily - $15 Cocktails $7 House Wine $7 Tap Schooners

    Mama's Happy Hour! photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Mama Le.

4.5

4.5
(182)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

182 Reviews
  1. Chris

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant found in a quiet area with sweet charm, great lighting. Sat upstairs and if you’re looking for a place for a date night, perfect. Enough noise to fill in quiet moments without being overwhelming but quiet enough to have a clear conversation. Food was beautiful and plentiful, a signature cocktail a must. Service good and friendly. You pay for what you get and you get a lot more than what you pay for here.

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  2. Glenda

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! Hidden gem in Kensington..great food and amazing ambiance! Will definitely come Back!

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  3. Amanda

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommended. Food was amazing. Service exceptional

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  4. Jill

    Victoria1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 25 July 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is incredible. Will definitely be back. Great portion sizes and flavours.

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  5. Mary Gold

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious Every dish was yummy and the service was attentive also. Booked again on way out.

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  6. Rikki

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little find … would definitely come again Amazing service

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  7. Fiona

    Melbourne3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 17 April 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The Mama Feed Me set dinner menu is a steal and great portion served for the number of people in a group. Decent ambience, music is a vibe!

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  8. Emily

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 February 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the feed me set menu, and I've got say this was one of the best ones we've tried. It has such great value, the amount of food you get is so generous. We'll definitely be back!

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  9. Sarah

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 December 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed our meal here. The food was great, flavours were spot on, and the service was friendly and attentive. The interior design was really cool too.

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  10. Paul

    Melbourne7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 20 December 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Foe such a small place the ambience & food is really good and I would return.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Vietnamese, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Casual dining experience
  • Private party facilities
    Rebel Bar can host private events. Birthdays, bridal showers, engagements can be hosted at Mama's. Seated and cocktail style events can be catered.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Kensington
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Tram 57 Kensington Station New Market Station Macaulay station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Mama Le fills up on special nights, guests specifically report it being very busy on occasions like Valentine's Day, while other visits can be quiet, with at least one party saying they were the only ones inside.

Mama Le is a stylish, multi-level spot with a vibrant, music-forward atmosphere, guests praise the cool interior and the warehouse-turned dining room that’s packed with character.

Casual dress is the guide at Mama Le, relaxed, comfortable clothing is entirely appropriate; nothing formal is required.

Mama Le's Feed Me set menu is frequently praised for generous, plentiful portions, guests say the amount of food is generous and groups often leave satisfied.

Yes, Mama Le's stylish interior and warm, lively ambience have attracted positive Valentine's Day visits and many guests praising the atmosphere, making it a lovely choice for a special evening.

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Mama Le

4.5
$40 and under
Vietnamese
Kensington

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 3 times today
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