Stokehouse (Upstairs)

The Stokehouse suits so many for so many occasions. The view upstairs, through the big palms, of the sea and beach below is great. The setting is comfortable, not too formal but enough space for serious business to feel expansive; likewise the wine list is substantial enough and the quality of the food reliable and often quite delicious. There are cosy tables of two by the windows or banquettes. Staff are very good, they cope with the pressures of business efficiently and pleasantly. This room, with its view and the standards of food and service, continues to be one of the great Melbourne experiences.

30 Jacka Boulevard
St Kilda
Melways reference 57:K11
Phone: 9525 5555
Opening hours: 7 days Lunch: Mon-Sat12 noon-3pm, Sun 12 noon-3.30pm, Dinner: 6-10.30pm
Licensed
Accept credit cards
Seating Inside: 110, Outside: 60
Closed: Most public holidays
Features: Restricted smoking, private room seats 30
Favourites: Rare seared tuna with togarashi seasoning, soused Japanese salad and wasabi $14.50, Confit of spiced baby octopus with eggplant kasundi $14, Spiced and roasted duck breast, crisp leg and chasui spring roll with orange relish $28

*An updated review of The Stokehouse