Lamaro's Hotel

4.8

916 Reviews

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Neighborhood gem

"Truly a wonderful pub is Lamaro’s, run by experts that embrace hospitality."
Tony Leonard, 3AW
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Broadsheet's Top 5 Gastropubs in Melbourne 2019 & 2020
3AW's Pub Of The Year 2019

Lamaro's Hotel is an iconic Gastro-pub located in leafy Cecil Street in South Melbourne.

Let us take you on a gourmet journey with our creative modern Australian menu. Either dine in the opulent surrounds of our restaurant or relax in our old world bar.

With a boutique extensive wine list and 12 craft beers on tap there is something to please every taste and palate.

Private dining rooms available and functions welcome.

A must visit venue for any food, wine and beer lovers.

We're close to Albert Park Lake and just 100m stroll from Bridport Street light rail (Tram no. 96) and South Melbourne's bus

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Gastro Pub, Steak
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9690 3737
Website
http://www.lamaroshotel.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Phillip Davenport
Catering
Full a la carte menu featuring modern Australian cuisine. Bar menu available
Private party facilities
Whether you are looking for a private room for a special event, a semi-private space for a casual catch up, or wish to book out the entire dining space, we will make your event one to remember.
Private party contact
Functions: (03) 9690 3737

Location
279 Cecil St, South Melbourne, AU-VIC 3205
Neighborhood
South Melbourne
Cross street
Bridport Street
Parking details
Ample free and metered parking on Cecil Street, Bridport Street & Raglan Street
Public transit
Close to Clarendon St trams (no12 & 1) and light rail stop 130a (Raglan St) (no96)
Entertainment
Sunday Sessions with Dominic Cincotta.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

MONTALTO WINE DINNER
A$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 19, 2025 only
Join us for a special Montalto Wine Dinner on Wednesday 19th February, celebrating the rich history and exquisite flavors of this Mornington Peninsula gem. Led by award-winning winemaker Simon Black, Montalto’s team creates wines that reflect the unique qualities of their five vineyards. Enjoy a four-course meal paired with these exceptional wines, perfect for savoring now or cellaring for the future. Don’t miss this chance to experience Montalto’s dedication to quality and character!
INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY
A$135.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 5, 2025 only
Join us for a very special dinner celebrating International Women’s Day with one of Australia’s acclaimed female winemakers, Elena Brooks of South Australia’s delightful Dandelion Winery. A delicately delicious four-course shared meal matched to 6 of Dandelion’s truly exceptional wines, of which Elena will explain along with a few tales of her remarkable journey from war-torn Bulgaria to the McLaren Vale’s idyllic Firehawk Farm vineyards. 6 Wines | 4 Courses | Limited to 20 guests | $135 per person. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the achievement of women, and women in wine.
AN EVENING WITH HENTLEY FARM
A$195.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 27, 2025 only
Much of the Barossa Valley's reputation for superb wines has much to do with Hentley Farm, in the stunning southern end of the valley. The Hentley Farm Clos Otto, and twin shirazes: The Beauty and The Beast are often listed as some of the Barossa's iconic and much sought-after wines. Lamaro's Hotel is pleased to host a five-course Hentley Farm wine dinner on Thursday March 27th showcasing the release of the 2022 Clos Otto Shiraz. Join us in the Dining Room as we match our famous Lamaro's tastes to some very delicious Hentley farm Barossa reds and whites. THURSDAY 27TH MARCH 6:30 ARRIVAL | 6 WINES | 5 COURSES | $195 PER HEAD

Popular dishes

Warm Olives & Toasted BreadA$12.00
Caviar Sturgeon OscietraA$78.00
10g on ice, charcoal crackers, blinis, lemon zest, creme fraiche and chive oil
Gippsland Chianina Beef CarpaccioA$24.00
Pomegranate, smoked capers, spiced green goddess, wild rocket & pecorino
Pan-seared Authenetic Epirou Sheep's Milk SaganakiA$23.00
Marinated baby figs
Salumi PlatterA$40.00
San Danielle prosciutto, Wagyu brseaola, spicy calabrese, salami, pickles & toasted sourdough
Freshly Shucked OystersA$7.00
Gathered from far and wide. Your waiter will inform you about today's selection. Shallot dressing or spearmint, finger lime Nahm Jim

Entrée

Charred Butternut SquashA$28.00
Fennel, almond, pinenuts, honey goats cheese, kale and beetroot crisps
Poached Chicken SaladA$28.00
Crispy broken rice, fragrant herbs, baby cos, tumeric tofu, crispy shallots, authentic Nuoc Nahm dressing
Wood-Fire Grilled ScallopsA$30.00
Roasted pork belly, tamarind and palm sugar dressing, spearmint
Hand-Rolled BurrataA$28.00
Heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil, red onion, olives, basil oil
Tuna TartareA$32.00
Peas, dill, lime caviar citrus dressing, chive oil
Twice Cooked OctopusA$30.00
Capscium harissa, fennel, capers, pickled red onion, saffron orange dressing
Chargrilled King PrawnsA$34.00
Garlic, brown butter, mint raita & house toast

Mains

RisottoA$38.00
Spinach, baby zucchini, burst tomato, BBQ tempeh
OrecchietteA$38.00
Spinach, charred corn, ricotta, cheddar cauliflower, zucchini
Bucatini, bay bug, sumac, Aglio e OlioA$48.00
Butterflied SpatchcockA$48.00
Lentil, butternut squash puree, asparagus, burnt white onions, lemon
Veal SchnitzelA$46.00
Sourdough crumbs with parmesan & lemon, pan-fried with Italian slaw, Diane sauce
Red Duck CurryA$46.00
Crispy fried egg, sweet and sour sauce, coconut rice
Miso EggplantA$38.00
Salt & pepper silken tofu, pickled daikon, burnt eggplant miso puree, sesame seeds
One side seared Yellowfin TunaA$54.00
Snow Pea tendrils, coriander, mint, young coconut, tamarind dressing, coconut flakes

Wood Fired Grill Mains

All steaks grilled over Red Gum; served with your choice of red wine jus, diane sauce, black pepper sauce or mushroom sauce and french fries

Grilled Kingfish collarsA$42.00
Miso glaze, charred root vegetables, pickles, nam yum dressing, bonito
Riverine Black Angus Beef BurgerA$34.00
Bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, pickles, sauces & fries
Riverine Ribeye on the bone MP
Chef's premium cut of beef, served with fat chips & all the sauces. Ask your waiter for the weight of the day
300g Grass Fed Riverine Scotch FilletA$58.00
200g Grass Fed Riverine Black Angus Eye FilletA$64.00
250g Black Angus PorterhouseA$54.00

Sides

Rocket SaladA$16.00
Pear, pecorino, honey mustard dressing
French FriesA$14.00
Wok Fried WombokA$14.00
sesame, ginger, soy
Soy garlic crispy eggplant, toasted sesame, spring onionA$16.00
Smashed Chat PotatoesA$15.00
Duck fat, confit garlic, rosemary salt
Mixed leaf saladA$14.00
BroccoliniA$16.00
Confit garlic, chilli, parmesan

What 916 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

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Melbourne
Modern Australian
Inner City South
Best Overall
Inner City South
Best Food
Inner City South
Best Service
Inner City South
Best Ambiance
Inner City South
Good for business meals
Inner City South
Great for fine wines
Inner City South
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lamaro's Hotel in Melbourne is a cherished dining spot, acclaimed for its "legendary duck curry" and "exceptional service." The steaks are "full of flavour" and consistently praised, while the veal schnitzel is noted as "an absolute winner." Patrons appreciate the "friendly and efficient staff" and the inviting atmosphere.

916 Reviews

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JenniferA
Melbourne
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Excellent food and service but we struck a night with a couple of noisy tables that made conversation difficult.
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Max
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brilliant experience! The schnitzel is iconic! Highly recommend.
Lamaro's HotelResponded 4 days ago
Thanks for the wonderful review Max. So glad to hear you loved our world famous schnitzel! We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Warm regards, Paul Dimattina & Team
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R
Melbourne
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Staff everywhere but it was so difficult to order or ask for additional items. They are more concerned with people they know & talking amongst themselves. I would not recommend this place for the service but the food is quite nice.
Lamaro's HotelResponded on February 7, 2025
Hi R, Thank you for your honest feedback. While we're pleased you enjoyed the food, we're very sorry to hear that our service did not meet your expectations. We take your comments seriously and will be discussing them with our team to improve our guest experience. We hope you might consider giving us another opportunity to impress you in the future. Warm regards, Paul Dimattina & Team
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Sara
VIP
Glasgow
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely, as ever. The duck curry and the veal schnitzels are legendary for a reason.
Lamaro's HotelResponded on January 28, 2025
Thank you, Sara! We're delighted you had such a lovely time with us. The Red Duck Curry and Veal Schnitzel truly are iconic dishes, and we're thrilled they hit the mark for you. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon for another legendary meal! Warm regards, Paul Dimattina & Team
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Fab
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Table of 6 , everybody loved there meal.Host was very engaging and polite. Service was very good. Atmosphere was excellent. Nothing to complain about. We will definitely go back again
Lamaro's HotelResponded on January 20, 2025
Hi Fab, thanks for sharing your experience! We are so glad to hear everyone enjoyed their meals. We're very grateful to have such a wonderful team here at Lamaro's. I will pass on your praises and wonderful feedback. Thank you again for joining us and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Warm regards, Paul Dimattina & Team
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Rupert
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brillant Restuarant! One of my favourites in Melbourne... the staff are exceptional! A must for everyone
Lamaro's HotelResponded on January 20, 2025
Thanks so much for your kind words, Rupert! We’re thrilled to be one of your favourite spots in Melbourne. It’s fantastic to hear you enjoyed the experience, and we're so proud of our amazing team for making your visit memorable. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! 😊 Warm regards, Paul Dimattina & Team
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SABINA
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time dining at Lamaro’s and it did not disappoint. Both steaks were full of flavour and cooked beautifully. Accompaniments were also delicious! The whole team were lovely and very helpful with answering any questions we had about the menu. I would definitely dine at Lamaro’s again.
Lamaro's HotelResponded on January 20, 2025
Thank you for your lovely review Savina! We're delighted to hear that your first visit to Lamaro's met your expectations, with flavorful steaks and delicious accompaniments. It's wonderful to hear our team enhanced your experience with their attentive and knowledgeable service. We’re already looking forward to your next visit! Warm regards, Paul Dimattina & Team
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Sharon
New York City
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great schnitzel and good service. Very good portions as well.
Lamaro's HotelResponded on January 20, 2025
Thank you, Sharon, for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our famous Veal Schnitzel and found the portions satisfying. We appreciate your feedback on the service and ambiance as well. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another great meal soon! Warm regards, Paul Dimattina & Team
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Frank
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lamaro's never fails to excel. Food & sevice were perfect. We hosted a couple of overseas guests and they were duly impressed. A little quieter than what I am accustomed to, but probably because it was during the holiday period.
Lamaro's HotelResponded on January 8, 2025
Thank you, Frank, for your kind words and for choosing Lamaro's to host your overseas guests. We're thrilled to hear that the food and service met your expectations, even during the quieter holiday period. Wishing you a wonderful new year ahead and we look forward to seeing you again soon! Warm regards, Paul Dimattina & Team
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Kevin
VIP
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great as always Our friends agreed We’ll do it again v soon
Lamaro's HotelResponded on January 8, 2025
Thank you, Kevin, for your fantastic review! We're so glad you and your friends had a great time. We look forward to your next visit very soon! Warm regards, Paul Dimattina & Team
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FAQs

Lamaro's Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9690 3737.

Lamaro's Hotel is rated 4.8 stars by 916 OpenTable diners.