The Bank on Collins

4.1

396 Reviews

$40 and under

Modern Australian

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Good for groups
Charming

Located in the heart of the city The Bank on Collins is the perfect location for lunch, dinner or after work drinks. Appealing to the corporate community The Bank offers a modern Australian pub menu with an express lunch option for those on the go.

This iconic Melbourne building was built in 1876 from New Zealand Omaru stone with ornate metal balustrades. Originally home to The Bank of Australasia the site is now heritage listed with the Australian Heritage Commission and the National Trust of Australia.
Now, the upstairs of the building is home to the Treasury on Collins accommodation facilities.

The Bank on Collins is also suitable for corporate gatherings, celebrations and weddings. The floor plan is versatile to accommodate any style of event, catering up to 300 people for a cocktail party.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9070 3980
Website
http://www.thebankoncollins.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jinjo
Catering
The Bank on Collins is the perfect venue for those event organisers who simply wish to turn up and enjoy themselves, with our dedicated functions team ensuring that every detail is taken care of before the day. An event at The Bank on Collins is one where our wait staff take care of the little things, so you and your guests can enjoy!
Private party facilities
The Bank on Collins offers a variety of spaces for private events perfectly suited for all occasions! Offering heritage charm, sleek and sophistication , your event will be one to remember!Contact us to find out more information about holding your function at The Bank on Collins.Kia – 0477 477 472 or email bookings@thebankoncollins.com.au

Location
394 Collins Street, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Neighborhood
Melbourne CBD
Cross street
Queen Street
Parking details
No onsite parking available for The Bank on Collins, however metered parking is available on surrounding streets. Alternatively, secure parking is available at the following car parks: 392 Bourke Street. Please Note: Entry via 412 Collins Street. There is no disabled access for this car park.
Public transit
We are located a short 5 minute walk from Flinders Street Train Station. Tram numbers 11, 48, 109 and 1 all go down Collins Street, and stop just nearby.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Early Bird Dinner
A$32.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Available Monday-Friday from 4.30pm-6pm join us for an early bird dinner. Items include our Braised Lamb Shank, Oven Baked Barramundi & Glazed Pork Belly. All dishes served with a house drink.
Express Lunch
A$28.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy our Express Lunch Special from Mon-Fri, 11.30am-2pm. Lunch includes a schooner of Carlton Draught or cider, glass of house white, red or sparkling or a soft drink or juice.
Monday Steak Night
A$35.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us Monday night for our 400g tender grass fed rump steak served with chips, salad & jus. The perfect way to start the week! Includes house beverage

Popular dishes

Garlic Tiger PrawnsA$20.00
butter, white wine, lemon, chilli, parsley, stone baked garlic flatbread
Mezze PlateA$24.00
hummus, baba ganoush, falafels, pickled turnip, grilled rosemary & sea salt focaccia
Crispy Fried 'Loligo' CalamariA$22.00
dipping & cabbage slaw, chilli, lime & coriander dressing, black garlic mayo
AranciniA$18.00
forest mushrooms, smoked scamorza, truffle mayo
Tempura Zucchini FlowersA$15.00
smoked salmon, lemon, chive & horseradish creme fraiche
Southern Fried Chicken TendersA$18.00
buttermilk, creamy ranch, pickled chilli peppers
Peking Duck Pancake ConesA$18.00
hoisin, cucumber, spring onion
AntipastoA$34.00
San Daniele prosciutto, sopressa, calabrese, mortadella, house pickles, marinated olives, fior di latte, rosemary & sea salt focaccia

MAINS

Seafood LinguineA$36.00
mussels, clams, tiger prawns, barramundi, chilli, garlic, baby tomatoes, parsley
Humpty Doo BarramundiA$38.00
lemon dill puree, charred asparagus, baby vine tomatoes, beetroot
Slow Cooked Beef CheekA$36.00
parsnip, heirloom carrots, banana shallots, Pedro Ximenez jus
Lamb CutletsA$36.00
parmesan & herb crumbed, sweet potato fries, house slaw, minted jus
Pumpkin & Pecorino Jumbo RavioliA$32.00
pumpkin & Amaretto puree, goats cheese, brown butter sauce, sage
Rocket Gorgonzola & Raita SaladA$22.00
tandoori cauliflower, mint cucumber, pomegranate, orange, fennel, light yogurt sauce
Confit Chicken MarylandA$34.00
corn & saffron puree, sautéed chorizo & congo potatoes, pineapple & chimichurri salsa

SIDES

Steak ChipsA$12.00
aioli, tomato sauce
Chopped House SaladA$12.00
seasonal leaves, baby tomatoes, cucumber, Spanish onion, olives, honey mustard dressing
Crispy BroccoliniA$15.00
sesame dressing, furikake seasoning
Sautéed Congo PotatoesA$12.00
baby spinach, garlic & seasalt

THE GRILL

All steaks served with parmesan crusted potato pave or chips, chargrilled broccolini & choice of sauce: shiraz jus, creamy peppercorn, mushroom & truffle

400g Rump Steak - Premium Grain FedA$42.00
300g Scotch Fillet - Southern RangesA$49.00
250g Eye Fillet - Premium Grass FedA$48.00
All steaks served with parmesan crusted potato pave or chips, chargrilled broccolini & choice of sauce: shiraz jus, creamy peppercorn, mushroom & truffle

BANK CLASSICS

Beef BurgerA$26.00
beef patty, American cheese, tomato, pickles, garlic mayo, baby gem lettuce, mustard relish, steak chips
- add baconA$3.00
- add extra pattyA$5.00
Love BUDS BurgerA$27.00
beefless burger patty, plant-based cheese, rocket, tomato, pickles, sweet mustard, burger bun, steak chips
The Bank ParmaA$29.00
chicken schnitzel, Virginia ham, Napoli, mozzarella, house salad, steak chips
Love BUDS SchnitzelA$29.00
plant-based schnitzel, panko crumbed, house salad, steak chips
Grilled Steak SandwichA$28.00
chargrilled porterhouse, bacon, Swiss cheese, tomato, rocket, onion jam, sweet mustard relish, mayo, steak chips
Fish & ChipsA$28.00
pale ale battered barramundi, salt & vinegar seasoned, house salad, tartare, lemon
Ranch CaesarA$23.00
cos lettuce, smokey bacon, garlic croutons, chopped egg, parmesan, white anchovies, ranch dressing
- add chickenA$6.00
- add prawnsA$8.00

DESSERTS

Sticky Date PuddingA$16.00
salted caramel sauce, rum & raisin ice cream
AffogatoA$17.00
vanilla ice cream, Frangelico, espresso shot
Vanilla Panna CottaA$15.00
balsamic strawberries, cookie crumble
Chocolate FondantA$16.00
white chocolate soil, mango sorbet

What 396 people are saying

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
3.8Service
4.1Ambience
4Value

Noise • Energetic

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City Centre
Good for business meals

Review summary

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The Bank on Collins offers "exceptional food" in a charming, historic setting. Guests love the express lunch for its "great value" and quick service. While the ambiance and dishes consistently impress, service experiences vary. Patrons appreciate the "amazing atmosphere," though some note room for improvement in staff attentiveness.

396 Reviews

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Laurence
Melbourne
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the dishes were cold and had to be sent back, we didn’t have time to wait for another as were going to the theatre. Given a free drink meal taken off the bill but left hungry
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Ken
Melbourne
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Way understaffed and the few who were working seemed to be inexperienced. Food was good value and tasty. Setting is amazing although hard to build ambience is such a voluminous space.
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Karen
Melbourne
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Usually more pleasant but not today. Meal could have been more enjoyable without the added distraction of fruit flies flying all over our table area or landing on our food. I ended up with several insect bites.
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Shane
Melbourne
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Beautiful old building. Open ceiling leads to a lot of background noise. Good food, which is reasonable priced for standard and quality. Would go back for lunch.
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Rajender
Melbourne
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
our experience was underhwelming to say the least... 15 mins sat down before anyone came to take our order and a 40 min wait on drinks plus another 10 for food... very dissapointing. that meant to be quick lunch .... but that was not .. thanks Again
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Sue
Victoria
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ordered the express lunch as it was during my lunch break. Seated straight away in a lovely corner by the window. Staff were friendly & efficient. Order taken & food delivered within 10 mins. Food was delicious & definitely good value for money. Would thoroughly recommend.
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Cheryl
Las Vegas
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We were forgotten about most of the evening. Waited 20 minutes to be told to pay on the way out. I visited 1 year ago and the experience this year was a significant disappointment. Service was subpar and the food was average. I recalled the menu last to be much more elevated.
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Emma
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely spot for a special evening in the CBD. Your friendly and professional service was just right! Great ambiance and food and Happy Hour was great value!
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Stuart
Melbourne
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food, good location and a good ambience
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Joseph
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Everything was delicious, one of the best meals I've had in a long time. Great venue, and it's so spacious that even if it's busy it's still quiet. One small hiccup was they forgot our entrée and didn't bring it out til later, but other than that the staff were great and friendly. 9/10. A bit expensive for us, but worth it.
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FAQs

The Bank on Collins is rated 4.1 stars by 396 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

394 Collins Street, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Additional information

Cross street
Queen Street
Neighborhood
Melbourne CBD
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
No onsite parking available for The Bank on Collins, however metered parking is available on surrounding streets. Alternatively, secure parking is available at the following car parks: 392 Bourke Street. Please Note: Entry via 412 Collins Street. There is no disabled access for this car park.
Public transit
We are located a short 5 minute walk from Flinders Street Train Station. Tram numbers 11, 48, 109 and 1 all go down Collins Street, and stop just nearby.
Payment options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jinjo
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thebankoncollins.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9070 3980
Catering
The Bank on Collins is the perfect venue for those event organisers who simply wish to turn up and enjoy themselves, with our dedicated functions team ensuring that every detail is taken care of before the day. An event at The Bank on Collins is one where our wait staff take care of the little things, so you and your guests can enjoy!
Private party facilities
The Bank on Collins offers a variety of spaces for private events perfectly suited for all occasions! Offering heritage charm, sleek and sophistication , your event will be one to remember!Contact us to find out more information about holding your function at The Bank on Collins.Kia – 0477 477 472 or email bookings@thebankoncollins.com.au

The Bank on Collins

Make a reservation

Additional information

Early Bird Dinner

Express Lunch

Monday Steak Night

Steak Night

300g Porterhouse Steak

FISH & CHIPS

TO SHARE

Garlic Tiger PrawnsA$20.00

Mezze PlateA$24.00

Crispy Fried 'Loligo' CalamariA$22.00

AranciniA$18.00

Tempura Zucchini FlowersA$15.00

Southern Fried Chicken TendersA$18.00

Peking Duck Pancake ConesA$18.00

AntipastoA$34.00

MAINS

Seafood LinguineA$36.00

Humpty Doo BarramundiA$38.00

Slow Cooked Beef CheekA$36.00

Lamb CutletsA$36.00

Pumpkin & Pecorino Jumbo RavioliA$32.00

Rocket Gorgonzola & Raita SaladA$22.00

Confit Chicken MarylandA$34.00

SIDES

Steak ChipsA$12.00

Chopped House SaladA$12.00

Crispy BroccoliniA$15.00

Sautéed Congo PotatoesA$12.00

THE GRILL

400g Rump Steak - Premium Grain FedA$42.00

300g Scotch Fillet - Southern RangesA$49.00

250g Eye Fillet - Premium Grass FedA$48.00

BANK CLASSICS

Beef BurgerA$26.00

Love BUDS BurgerA$27.00

The Bank ParmaA$29.00

Love BUDS SchnitzelA$29.00

Grilled Steak SandwichA$28.00

Fish & ChipsA$28.00

Ranch CaesarA$23.00

DESSERTS

Sticky Date PuddingA$16.00

AffogatoA$17.00

Vanilla Panna CottaA$15.00

Chocolate FondantA$16.00

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