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Gilbees, Abbotsford, AU-VIC

Gilbees

4.9
4.9
10 Reviews
$41 to $100
Wine Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Set in a tropical garden, located in the heart of lower Johnston Street. The wine bar Abbotsford has been waiting for celebrates Australian produce and minimum intervention wines

We are proudly an accessible space with ramped access throughout, DDA toilets and compassionate staff.

Gilbees proudly welcomes all members of our LGBTIQA+ community and has gender neutral facilities.

Treat your dog to a day out in our dog friendly courtyard, there are dog clips located at each of our tables so your furry friend can join in the fun!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Modern Australian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    1300 445 233
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Abbotsford
  • Cross street
    Hoddle Street & Johnston Street, Abbotsford
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    80m from Victoria park train station

What 10 people are saying

Gilbees 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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10 Reviews
  1. Melinda

    Melbourne9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great find in Abbotsford. A wonderful friendly team who provide exceptional service. Amazing what one chef produces from his kitchen, great value and a beautiful setting in the courtyard with floral arrangements I want to take home :) This will become our new local fave.

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  2. Fiona

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent and interesting food and wines. Great service

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  3. Andrea

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an outstanding experience at Gilbee's. It went well beyond what we were expecting from a local eatery, with both the food and service at a standard you'd expect at a high-end restaurant. Every waiter we encountered was personable, knowledgable and, most importantly, warm and friendly without being overbearing or saccharine. The food was something else - clever cookery using the freshest of ingredients. We had the "local's night" set menu which included a variety of seafood presented beautifully. Layers of flavour in every dish, mussels and fish cooked to absolute perfection, crisp croquettes, and fluffy focaccia with airy whipped butter. We indulged in a single piece of the burnt basque cheesecake for dessert as an optional add-on and I wished we'd bought two! It was light and creamy, but rich in flavour. I'd recommend it without hesitation - we're already planning our next visit and deciding which lucky people we will bring with us next time!

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  4. Libby

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful meal and experience delivered by the Gilbees team. Excellent pasta, dessert and ambience. We just love the outside courtyard area it’s so relaxing.

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  5. Ian

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Gilbees on 1/2/25, the 3rd time we've been there. The service & food has been exceptional every time. And yes, we'll be going back.

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  6. Laura

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend, great service and food. Will definitely be back!

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  7. Jeannine VIP

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My new favourite local place to hang out. Lovely to sit outside on a balmy summer evening. Food and wine are delicious and I love emphasis on seafood and vegetables. Floor people are friendly and relaxed, but attentive, adding to the great local vibe.

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  8. Will

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great wine, great service. The ambience was fantastic also

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  9. Libby

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The back courtyard was delightful even on a chilly evening. Plenty of heaters and the guest blankets were a lovely thoughtful touch. Food was very yummy!

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  10. CathM

    Melbourne11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was so happy to have come across Gilbees for an impromptu meal on Saturday night. The staff were very welcoming and the courtyard was perfect but above all else, the food offering was exceptional. So fresh and tasty. A lovely wine list topped the experience off.

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FAQs

Gilbees is rated 4.9 stars by 10 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Gilbees

229 Johnston St, Abbotsford, AU-VIC 3067

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hoddle Street & Johnston Street, Abbotsford
  • Neighborhood
    Abbotsford
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Modern Australian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    80m from Victoria park train station
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