Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Experience Left Bank in Southbank, Melbourne. Enjoy Italian cuisine, cocktails, and live music. Rated 4.4 stars! Book your table today.
Eclectic cuisine in a vast, stylish restaurant and bar with charcoal lounges and a mirrored ceiling.
About Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Located on the vibrant Southbank promenade, this restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a lively atmosphere. Known for its Italian-inspired menu and expertly crafted cocktails, it's a favorite among those seeking a memorable meal. The ambiance is enhanced by live music and a DJ, creating a fun and energetic mood. Diners rave about the attentive service and the quality of the food, with steaks cooked to perfection being a particular highlight. With a solid 4.4-star rating and a $$ price range, it strikes a balance between quality and value. It's ideal for groups, with options for outdoor seating and the opportunity to reserve a table.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Left Bank
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
Great vibe at Left Bank - Southbank Melbourne. Great atmosphere, service focused staff, good food. We were there for dinner before a show at The Palm, Crown Casino. Upon arrival we were met with welcoming and friendly staff. Great value - it was half price drinks and meals! 🎉 A DJ was playing- creating a fun mood 🎶 We really enjoyed the evening. Steak was cooked perfectly , medium rare 🥩. I was disappointed it came with shoestring fries 🍟 rather than the listed menu item of chilli broccolini. However, for half price steak, I shouldn’t be complaining 😂 The buzz 🐝 of this venue is great and we will definitely be repeat customers. Thank you for a memorable night! 💫 Food is very good. Well presented and delicious. However, online ordering from the table is efficient for the business, but seems too impersonal for a higher-end dining experience. Not easy to ask about dishes and recommendations or to get refills for drinks, as staff seem to be focused mostly on delivering orders to tables. We had a fantastic lunch experience. The food was refined with balanced flavours. It was a lovely dining atmosphere and the serving staff were highly accomodating.
Find the Restaurant
Where to Find Them
Riverside of, 1 Southbank Blvd, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
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Recent Reviews
Frantastic F.
July 26, 2025
Great vibe at Left Bank - Southbank Melbourne. Great atmosphere, service focused staff, good food. We were there for dinner before a show at The Palm, Crown Casino. Upon arrival we were met with welcoming and friendly staff. Great value - it was half price drinks and meals! 🎉 A DJ was playing- creating a fun mood 🎶 We really enjoyed the evening. Steak was cooked perfectly , medium rare 🥩. I was disappointed it came with shoestring fries 🍟 rather than the listed menu item of chilli broccolini. However, for half price steak, I shouldn’t be complaining 😂 The buzz 🐝 of this venue is great and we will definitely be repeat customers. Thank you for a memorable night! 💫
Andy
August 19, 2025
Food is very good. Well presented and delicious. However, online ordering from the table is efficient for the business, but seems too impersonal for a higher-end dining experience. Not easy to ask about dishes and recommendations or to get refills for drinks, as staff seem to be focused mostly on delivering orders to tables.
Rachael H.
November 11, 2025
We had a fantastic lunch experience. The food was refined with balanced flavours. It was a lovely dining atmosphere and the serving staff were highly accomodating.
Phill S.
September 27, 2025
This place is such a vibe, perfect night for any occasion being just drinks or dinner, views by the water with a DJ on the deck Saturday nights. Every single dish is delicious and the service is impeccable, cocktails are master-class and a shoutout to Rafael for a delightful experience!
Kelepi K.
June 22, 2025
This was our second visit, and we had to update our review atmosphere tonight was spot on. The food was excellent, the vibe was even better, and the service was outstanding. I ordered the medium rare steak, and it was cooked to perfection. The wagyu beef burger was also a real treat. Some people mention that the music can be a bit loud, but honestly, when you're surrounded by good company, enjoying great food, and find yourself moving along to the beat, it just adds another layer of fun to the night. Before you know it, the drinks are flowing, the laughter is louder, and everyone’s having a great time. Great work guys. I'll definitely be back!
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Left Bank special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Parking
Accessibility
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