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Malin Interior Dining Room - Malin, Carlton North, AU-VIC

Malin

4.9
4.9
39 Reviews
$41 to $100
Modern European
carlton north, Carlton North, AU-VIC 3054

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Malin is a small neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Rathdowne Village, Carlton North.

Set in an 1880s property on the corner of Curtain and Rathdowne streets, the site has been renovated to honour the heritage of the building.

The food menu, developed by Chef Clement Pilatre, samples European cuisine and showcases seasonal produce and frequently changing dishes. The drinks list favours emerging wine producers, while also giving a nod to the classics.

Malin aims to deliver engaging service 5 days a week; with dinner served Wednesday to Saturday and lunch on Saturday and Sunday.

More information can be found on our website or by contacting us directly.

We look forward to hosting you soon.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, French, Modern Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
  • Website
    http://www.malinmelbourne.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Clement Pilatre
  • Location
    carlton north, Carlton North, AU-VIC 3054
  • Neighborhood
    Carlton North
  • Cross street
    Corner of Rathdowne and Curtain Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    The closest tram stop is Melbourne Cemetery stop 115
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day: Maman Inspired Buffet & Brunch

    A$75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 11, 2025 only
    This year, we’re inviting you to join us for a special Mother’s Day celebration, inspired by the heartwarming flavours and cozy charm of New York’s Maman bakeries. From mid morning until the afternoon, we’ll be serving up an unforgettable all-day brunch experience, filled with delicious bites, refreshing drinks, and plenty of love. Whether you’re honouring the incredible mums in your life or simply indulging in a beautiful day surrounded by family and friends, our all day brunch promises to transport you to a place of comfort, joy, and togetherness. Think freshly baked pastries, savory delights, sweet indulgences, and of course, a selection of signature cocktails to make the day even more special. Come for the buffet & brunch, stay for the memories. We can’t wait to celebrate with you this Mother’s Day at Malin!

  • Sunday Snacks

    Multiple dates available
    ~ Sunday Snack Menu ~ A casual take on Malin's otherwise more formal offering. Please acknowledge this is a different menu to our regular dining experience. For more information, visit www.malinmelbourne.com. Kick back and relax with us every Sunday for our laid-back Sunday Club! It’s the perfect way to end the week with delicious snacks, great company, and a chill atmosphere. No need for anything fancy—just good vibes, tasty bites, and a cozy place to unwind. From savoury treats to light bites, we’ve got the perfect menu to enjoy while you sip, chat, and kick back with friends. So come join the Sunday fun, and let’s make it a relaxed, flavorful end to your weekend!

Menu

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What 39 people are saying

Malin 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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Best Overall

  • Melbourne

    Best Food

  • Melbourne

    Best Ambiance

  • Inner City North

    Best Overall

  • Inner City North

    Best Food

  • Inner City North

    Best Service

  • Inner City North

    Best Ambiance

  • Inner City North

    Best Value

  • Inner City North

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Malin offers an "intimate, refined, and spectacular" dining experience with "amazing food and service." Known for its "modern French with an Australian accent," the menu features standout dishes like "chicken ballotine with mushrooms" and "tuna with mustard sorbet." The "friendly and informative" staff ensures a "wonderful experience" in a "charming" ambiance.
39 Reviews

  1. Vicky

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fabulous evening with amazing food and service. Intimate and special. Even though one of the courses wasn’t to my pallet, it was still delivered and pushed the boundaries of an amazing food experience. Would definitely return and recommend.

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  2. Adele

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Intimate, refined, restrained, and overall spectacular! All the food is delicious. Standouts were the tuna, the chicken with mushroom and without a doubt the service was outstanding. We will be back!

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  3. Joanne

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very enjoyable night at Malin last night. The food and service were both excellent. We loved how the chef has maintained the traditional French cuisine but with his own personal touches. The tuna entree with mustard sorbet was an example. For mains we had chicken ballotine with mushrooms and the rockling in a seafood broth with nashi pear; both were very delicious. For dessert it was a cheese mousse with herb sorbet. We will definitely be back, and were told that they change the menu very often, so we're looking forward to trying something different next time.

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  4. Francois

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incroyable experience, went for a quiet lunch, the service was fabulous, very outsanding. a real restaurant where you must pick for a business lunch or dinner. Food five star, Service five star Special mention to Clement Pilatre, we did at the same time the same hospitality school back in France, 7 years ago ! Felicitation Clement !

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  5. David

    Gold Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service, can’t wait to come back!

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  6. Julian

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A friend and I dined at Malin last night and enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. The food is pretty spectacular, and ready to surprise you. The dishes tread a thoughtful line between delicacy and substance. Delicious and intelligent. It’s my second visit and my only trepidation was that it might not live up to how thoroughly good and memorable the first visit was. I need not have been concerned. Wine was wonderful and thoughtfully chosen by the maître d, who is delightful and smart company, and the simplicity and elegance of the interior envelopes you in its cocoon. It’s fast becoming one of my favourites in Melbourne.

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  7. Hayley

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food & Service. Highly recommend. We went for a birthday dinner and they really made it feel like a special night

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  8. Glen

    Canberra2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Malin is located in excellent location. The restaurant has an upmarket, classy but casual vibe. Impressive staff who know food and wine. Would highly recommend.

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  9. Sally

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a Carlton treasure ! Every dish was beautifully crafted and delicious . Chef Clement Pilatre has excelled at his craft and has remained true to the name of this restaurant MALIN is very clever !

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  10. Richard

    Portland16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding in every way from the moment you enter. There was clearly a lot of thought behind the restaurant. The room is lovely, tables set with linen. The room feels serene and luxurious. The food is superb, modern French with an Australian accent. Every dish was outstanding. Service is relaxed and friendly. I highly recommend a dinner at Malin. I look forward to a return visit.

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Malin is rated 4.9 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

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  4. Inner City North
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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Malin

carlton north, Carlton North, AU-VIC 3054

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Corner of Rathdowne and Curtain Street
  • Neighborhood
    Carlton North
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, French, Modern Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    The closest tram stop is Melbourne Cemetery stop 115
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Clement Pilatre
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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