Tasting Menus in Melbourne You Don’t Want to Miss
May 16
Savour Melbourne’s top tasting menus at the finest restaurants with Crown. Experience expertly crafted degustation experiences with world-class flavours.
8 mins read
These culinary marathons are where chefs really flex their creative muscles and parade the best of seasonal produce in a series of bite-sized masterpieces. And lucky for Melburnians, our city is packed with world-class chefs who've turned the tasting menu into an art form.
What to Expect When Embarking on a Tasting Menu Journey
Set number of courses
Tasting menus typically offer a fixed number of courses – anywhere from 5 to fifteen dishes. This set format allows chefs to curate a progressive experience where each course builds on the last.
Art of pacing
Unlike a quick bite before a movie, degustation menus are designed to be savoured over time. Expect a leisurely affair that can stretch over several hours – perfect for foodies who love the journey as much as the destination.
Chef’s selection and creativity
With a degustation, the chef calls the shots. You’re in for an artistic showcase of seasonal ingredients, signature techniques and dishes that speak to their unique culinary vision.
Optional wine and beverage pairings
Take things up a notch with a tasting menu with wine pairing. Sommelier-curated selections complete each course, bringing out new depths of flavour.
Immersive sensory experience
A degustation menu is as much about the eyes and nose as it is the palate. From stunning plating to tempting aromas and sizzling sounds from the kitchen, this is dinner and a show.
Crown Melbourne’s Finest Restaurants: Home of Unforgettable Tasting Menus
With some of Melbourne’s best tasting menu restaurants, Crown Melbourne is your go-to destination for a culinary journey you won’t soon forget.
The Atlantic
Ambiance and setting
Dark, moody and sleek. The Atlantic channels the vibe of an upscale New York seafood house, right in the heart of Melbourne.
Chef’s vision and culinary creativity
Seafood is the hero here, with a focus on fresh, sustainable catches and bold, clean flavours. The chef draws inspiration from iconic international fish markets, with a refined Australian twist.
Why the tasting menu is popular
The Atlantic offers a menu designed to rouse the senses and celebrate the pure tastes of the ocean, complemented by carefully-sourced produce from Australia’s best suppliers.
A glimpse into the tasting menu experience
Expect a top-tier seafood-led degustation menu where oysters, local fish and premium shellfish shine.
Bistro Guillaume
Ambiance and setting
Chic yet approachable. Bistro Guillaume oozes Parisian charm with green accents, bistro-style furnishings and riverside views.
Chef’s vision and culinary creativity
Celebrating the heart of French cuisine, the menu here is all about rich flavours, premium produce and classical technique with a modern edge.
Why the tasting menu is popular
This tasting menu experience takes you straight to the streets of Paris (without the jet lag).
A glimpse into the tasting menu experience
The set menus are a celebration of bistro favourites – think chicken liver parfait, grass-fed steak tartare and decadent crème brûlée – executed with finesse.
Spice Temple
Ambiance and setting
Moody lighting and a sultry underground vibe. It's intimate, dramatic and a little bit sexy.
Chef’s vision and culinary creativity
Spice Temple is all about the bold flavours of regional China (Hunan, Sichuan, Yunnan and beyond) reimagined with modern flair.
Why the tasting menu is popular
The set menu here is a punchy, adventurous line-up of flavour-packed dishes that explore heat, spice and balance. Perfect for curious palates.
A glimpse into the tasting menu experience
Expect dishes like lobster and prawn dumplings, spicy kung pao chicken and unexpected pairings that keep you guessing.
Rockpool Bar and Grill
Ambiance and setting
Luxury steakhouse meets art deco grandeur. High ceilings, dark timber and a glass-fronted meat locker for serious wow factor.
Chef’s vision and culinary creativity
Known for premium Australian beef and pristine seafood, Rockpool delivers simple ingredients transomed into something extraordinary.
Why the tasting menu is popular
The focus is on quality – dry-aged beef, hand-selected produce and fire-grilled perfection.
A glimpse into the tasting menu experience
From dry-aged wagyu to juicy king prawns, each dish is a showcase of technique and top-tier ingredients.
Nobu
Ambiance and setting
Sleek, stylish and undeniably global. Nobu brings international cool factor to its Melbourne outpost.
Chef’s vision and culinary creativity
Nobu Matsuhisa’s Japanese-Peruvian fusion is world-famous. Tradition meets innovation in every bite.
Why the tasting menu is popular
The tasting menu Melbourne diners rave about features signature Nobu dishes and seasonal specials that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
A glimpse into the tasting menu experience
Think yellowtail jalapeño, black cod miso and melt-in-your-mouth sashimi, paired with premium sakes and custom cocktails.
Koko
Ambiance and setting
Refined and tranquil. Koko offers teppanyaki rooms, private booths and a supremely serene Japanese water garden outlook.
Chef’s vision and culinary creativity
Authentic Japanese cuisine is the focus, executed with precision and creativity.
Why the tasting menu is popular
It’s an immersive dive into Japanese culinary tradition, with something for every craving.
A glimpse into the tasting menu experience
Enjoy an omakase-style menu with ultra-fresh sushi, beef tataki and premium seafood nimono.
Silks
Ambiance and setting
Opulent and atmospheric. Silks features a unique Mongolian Tent private dining space, perfect for an intimate tasting experience.
Chef’s vision and culinary creativity
Silks offers Cantonese dishes handcrafted using locally sourced meats, produce and seafood, infused with classic technique and modern flourishes.
Why the tasting menu is popular
The menu here is known for Chinese specialities that hit the perfect balance – delicate yet complex, traditional yet surprising.
A glimpse into the tasting menu experience
Expect a set menu with hand-folded dumplings, beef tenderloin with honey and pepper butter and black truffle fried rice.
Why Crown Melbourne is the Perfect Destination for Tasting Menu Aficionados
Why Crown Melbourne is the Perfect Destination for Tasting Menu AficionadosWith an impressive line-up of acclaimed restaurants, Crown Melbourne is the ultimate one-stop destination for discerning food lovers.
Each venue offers a unique angle on the tasting menu experience, with world-class chefs, welcoming surroundings and unbeatable convenience.
Tips for Making the Most of Your Tasting Menu Experience at Crown
Consider dietary restrictions
Let the restaurant know in advance so they can tailor the menu.
Embrace your inner culinary adventurer
The joy of a tasting menu lies in discovery.
Time is your best friend
Relax, unwind and embrace the leisurely pace.
Don’t hesitate to ask questions
Staff are passionate and knowledgeable about the dishes and pairings. Tap into that wisdom.
Treat yourself to a night of indulgence, creativity and full sensory delight at Crown Melbourne’s restaurants. Because great food is always worth celebrating.
Looking for a nightcap or pre-dinner drink? Explore bars at Crown. Extend your evening with entertainment or a spin at Crown Casino. Bon appétit.
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