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Banksia Restaurant Melbourne

98 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

Recommended by 17 people

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Find Banksia Restaurant Melbourne

98 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

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+61 423 905 835
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Banksia Restaurant Melbourne

Banksia brings refined Modern Australian dining to Caulfield North without the city degustation bill. The kitchen sends out plates like crispy skin barramundi, lamb cutlets with black garlic, and warm sourdough with fermented mushroom butter. Dinner spreads center on a $40 set format that includes your choice of main alongside generous shared sides—crisp potatoes and dressed salads included. Out front, proprietor Adam runs the room with tailored wine pairings and genuine neighborhood warmth. The meal wraps smoothly with a mango and koshihikari rice dessert.

  • Inclusive Set Pricing: A $40 per person dinner option serves select mains alongside generous shared sides and seasonal salads.
  • Dedicated Wine Pairings: Proprietor Adam delivers table-side guidance with curated drops to match each course.
  • Modern Australian Execution: Chef-driven Modern Australian plates feature thoughtful technique, from fermented mushroom butter to refined lamb and fish mains.
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Why Choose Banksia Restaurant

How Banksia delivers refined dining, inclusive set pricing, and personalized hospitality

  • Abundant Mains with Inclusive Sides

    Guests receive a full dining spread featuring premium mains accompanied by generous shared sides at a set $40 per person rate.

    They have an offer of $40 pp for your main and all the sides to fill the table, and it honestly comes out like a full dinner spread.

    Katie Goldberg

  • Predictable Fine-Dining Value

    Generous shared portions and complete multi-dish courses eliminate surprise add-on charges common in fine dining.

    The mains came out with many generous side dishes. At $40 per head, it is extremely good value.

    Esther Niewodowski

  • Proprietor-Led Wine Pairings

    Proprietor Adam delivers table-side hospitality with curated wine pairings matched to each course.

    It was a pleasure to let him choose matching wines for each course, which resulted in tasting some truly lovely and well-paired selections.

    Mark Griffiths

  • Chef-Driven Tasting Journeys

    Guests experience chef-driven technical execution, innovative flavor profiles, and attentive course pacing.

    I went with the “Journey” option from the Chef’s Choice menu and every dish was incredible. Fresh, really well balanced and clearly made with a lot of care and love.

    Mo Jaffer

  • Effortless Group Celebrations

    Unrushed, attentive service and a welcoming neighborhood setting make group catch-ups comfortable and memorable.

    I randomly choose a place with good reviews, close to work to have lunch with friends that haven't seen for a long time. I'm so glad I choose Banksia. It was the perfect place for that.

    MOONLIGHT 70

  • Welcoming Family Dining

    A versatile shared menu and accommodating service smoothly satisfy diverse diets and family gatherings.

    Fabulous family dinner. Food was delicious, Adam’s wine recommendations were spot on and all the service was excellent. Kids (6 & 3 years) both cleared their plates in minutes

    Alison Bertram

Chef-led Modern Australian mains and signature plates

  • Barramundi

    Mains were the barramundi and the lamb rump, and once again, both dishes were exquisite. Perfectly cooked, beautifully balanced, and full of flavour.

    Mark Griffiths

  • Lamb cutlet

    The lamb cutlet in particular, served with black garlic dip, was exceptional — I happily devoured the remaining dip on its own once the cutlet was gone.

    Mark Griffiths

  • Tuna tartare

    My personal favourites were the Tuna Tartare with stracciatella, peach and salmon roe along with the parmesan ice cream and berries

    Mo Jaffer

  • Duck with cherry and jalapeño

    the duck with cherry and jalapeño was a standout and the risotto & lamb cutlets with curry sauce were insane.

    Katie Goldberg

Other favorites

House-made starters, accompaniments, and tailored refreshments

  • Warmed sourdough and fermented mushroom butter

    We began with the warmed sourdough and fermented mushroom butter, which was absolutely to die for — incredible depth of flavour.

    Mark Griffiths

  • Panna cotta with berries, pistachio, and raspberry sauce

    To finish, I had the panna cotta with berries, pistachio, and raspberry sauce – simply divine! Smooth, delicate, and full of flavour.

    Svetlana Kuznetsova

  • Fried gippy gold potatoes

    $40 all weekend for a quality steak plus fried gippy gold potatoes is such a good deal.

    Foodie Luwee

  • Caprese-inspired cocktail

    He also recommended some great drinks, especially the caprese-inspired cocktail which was amazing to say so the least.

    Mo Jaffer

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitable details that elevate your dining experience

  • Proprietor-Led Wine Guidance

    Front-of-house host Adam curates personalized wine pairings for each course and shares detailed background on menu ingredients like caperberries.

  • Inclusive Full Dinner Sides Spread

    At $40 per person, dinner mains are accompanied by full tables of complimentary shared salads and sides rather than sold as separate add-ons.

  • House Fermented Mushroom Butter

    Starters feature house-made fermented mushroom butter paired with warmed sourdough to open the meal.

  • Seamless Dietary & Family Accommodation

    The kitchen smoothly accommodates dietary restrictions and caters directly to young families, ensuring children's courses and allergy adjustments are handled effortlessly.

Before you head over

Practical recommendations to get the best value, pairings, and hospitality at Banksia

  • Order the $40 Set for Inclusive Sides

    Opt for the $40 per person set option to enjoy your choice of main along with three generous shared side dishes for the table without needing to order à la carte sides.

  • Ask Adam for Wine Pairings

    Let host Adam select matching drops for each course to experience thoughtful pairings without navigating the wine list alone.

  • Notify Staff Early About Dietary Needs

    Inform the team in advance when organizing group or family dinners, as kitchen staff can easily cater for food allergies and varied dietary preferences.

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