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Arnold's

192 Bellair St, Kensington VIC 3031, Australia

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192 Bellair St, Kensington VIC 3031, Australia

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+61 415 604 802
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 1:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Arnold's

Kensington locals tend to guard this Bellair Street room quietly. Arnold’s brings city-level cooking to the neighborhood—threading Latin American heat through seasonal market produce and subtle Italian comfort. Diners opt for the rotating tasting menu, letting the open kitchen set the tempo: tender barramundi cheeks, crisp duck over black beans, and polenta patties topped with hand-cracked Coburg olives. Vinyl spins on the turntable while the floor crew pours chilled reds at the counter.

  • Latin-Italian Heritage: A tight, seasonal balance of Latin American spices and Italian comfort, featuring dishes like crispy duck on black beans and finocchio salad.
  • Chef's Tasting Menu: An $85 'bit of everything' feast delivers a kitchen-led run of standout savoury plates and delicate sweets.
  • Analog Wine Bar Vibe: Physical vinyl records on the turntable, thoughtful wine pairings, and warm front-of-house hospitality bring city-grade energy to Bellair Street.
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What's On at Arnold's

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Diners Choose Arnold's

Discover why Kensington locals guard this neighborhood haven—book your table to experience the rotating menu and curated vinyl warmth.

  • City-Caliber Dining in Kensington

    Guests receive city-grade fine dining technique and curated wine offerings nestled directly in their local neighborhood.

    to have this level of fine dining outside of a high end city based establishment is truly amazing

    Craig Depaola

  • Produce-Driven Menu Evolution

    The culinary offering continuously adapts to what is peak and fresh rather than relying on a static, unchanging roster.

    I love that they change their menu according to their available produce.

    Feylie

  • Vibrant Latin American Influences

    Dishes unite vibrant Latin American culinary notes and balanced acidity with pristine Victorian market ingredients.

    The menu was creative, exciting and full of flavour, with a great balance between Latin American influences and beautiful local produce.

    yasemin bayar

  • Curated Vinyl Soundscape

    Physical analog records spin in the dining room to create an unhurried, tactile acoustic atmosphere.

    vinyls spinning to set the vibe

    Sara Pinkowski

  • Unpretentious, Homelike Welcome

    Floor service balances professional hospitality with an intimate ease that feels like entering a welcoming private residence.

    makes you feel like you’ve stepped into someone’s home.

    Jaime Thain

  • Transportive Holiday Escapism

    Dining at Arnold's provides a genuine escape from daily routine while remaining comfortably close to home.

    It felt like I was on holidays again, but I was just around the corner from home.

    Mick Comerford

Standout plates and seasonal favorites celebrated by diners at Arnold's.

  • Mussels

    the mussels and oyster mushrooms were the biggest standouts tonight.

    Regan Ling

  • Duck on Black Beans

    The duck on the bed of black beans was divine, fell off the bone with crispy skin!

    Ryjahn Del Re

  • Pupusa con Queso

    My favourite HAS to be the pupusa con queso and the crispy potatoes

    Claire Ensor

  • Kingfish Crudo

    the kingfish crudo was crazy good.

    Ashleigh Elbaz

Other favorites

Notable drinks, sides, and sweet finishes spotlighted by guests.

  • Green Tomato Martini

    A highlight was the green tomato martini

    Ashleigh Elbaz

  • Crispy Potatoes

    these are probably the best potatoes we have ever had.

    Claire Ensor

  • Poached Pear

    the poached pear was still yummy and delicate.

    Ryjahn Del Re

  • Chilled Red

    Also the chilled red was stunnnnning, obsessed and going to buy a bottle.

    Ryjahn Del Re

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful floor gestures and culinary details that elevate dining in Kensington

  • Personalized Celebration Care

    Staff review reservation notes in advance, greeting birthday diners on arrival and presenting a custom dessert complete with a celebratory candle.

  • Curated Turntable Vinyl

    The dining room atmosphere is shaped by physical vinyl records spinning on a turntable throughout dinner service, cultivating a relaxed, unhurried rhythm.

  • Open-Kitchen Lineage Touches

    The dining room looks right onto the open-plan kitchen, where chefs incorporate personal heritage touches like polenta patties studded with olives cracked by the chef's Nonna.

  • Showtime Pacing Accommodations

    Waitstaff and kitchen teams actively accelerate dish sequencing for diners on strict theater or event schedules without curtailing course quality.

Before you head over

Practical advice on pacing, tasting selections, and table arrangements—book ahead to secure your spot at Arnold's.

  • Flag Timing Needs and Celebrations Early

    If you are on a tight schedule before an event or marking a celebration, include details in your booking notes. The team actively reviews reservations to pace the kitchen swiftly and accommodate personal occasions.

  • Opt for the Chef's Tasting Option

    Because the seasonal lineup changes frequently, choosing the $85 per person 'bit of everything' tasting journey removes decision fatigue and lets the kitchen showcase its standout savory dishes at an ideal pace.

  • Ask Confidently for Dietary Adjustments

    Guests with food sensitivities or custom requests can order with ease; the floor staff and kitchen are exceptionally flexible with dietary modifications and tailored menu guidance.

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