Restaurant
Bar Romanée
25 Anderson St, Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia
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25 Anderson St, Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia
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Low lights, wall art, and serious bistronomy without crossing the river—Bar Romanée gives Yarraville a polished address for date nights and family milestones. Regulars fill the room for fresh oysters at happy hour and the thirty-five-dollar Monday steak night, while dinner tables lean into Cobb Lane sourdough, seared scallops, and charred broccolini with honey and ricotta salata. The dining room keeps the decibels low, conversation unhurried, and the cellar-savvy floor crew pouring with precision.
- Monday Steak & Oyster Rituals: Fresh oysters during happy hour lead into a thirty-five-dollar Monday cut served with chips and dressed greens.
- Low-Decibel Date-Night Setting: Dim lighting, art-hung walls, and low ambient noise keep conversation effortless for couples and intimate evenings.
- Tailored Milestone Gatherings: Pre-event menu coordination and advance wine tastings take the friction out of hosting multi-generational family milestones.
What's On at Bar Romanée
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Diners Choose Bar Romanée
From weekday oyster rituals to tailored milestone celebrations, reserve your table to experience Yarraville's French-leaning bistro gem.
Intimate, Low-Decibel Setting
The dining room provides an intimate, low-decibel environment with dim lighting and curated art, making conversation effortless for date nights and romantic evenings.
Dark lighting, not too loud and with some fun decor
jeyyy High-Caliber Neighborhood Dining
Guests enjoy the meticulous cooking, wine guidance, and polished service of an inner-city bistro without leaving downtown Yarraville.
Romanee is our special occasion restaurant and you are always top class!
3002EMG Customized Group Event Coordination
Group bookings benefit from dedicated pre-event communication to tailor set menus, accommodating varied dietary needs and multi-generational guests seamlessly.
She was incredibly professional, accommodating and flexible in helping us organise the set menu for such a large group.
Vince Kalangi Bespoke Celebration Planning
Hosts are guided through preparatory wine and cocktail tastings and detailed menu reviews to guarantee faultless execution for milestone family celebrations.
Anna invited us in to taste wines and cocktails and took the time to go over the menu with us multiple times to ensure everything was just right.
Katherine Montesano Monday Night Steak Tradition
A dedicated Monday steak special pairs high-grade cuts with chips and salad at accessible pricing for an easy start-of-week neighborhood dinner.
The steak was one of the highest quality cuts I’ve had on steak night, priced at $35, which included chips and salad.
Christopher Wu Oyster Happy Hour Ritual
Locals drop in during weekday afternoons to enjoy freshly shucked oysters paired with welcoming, prompt bar hospitality.
Walked in with moments to spare for happy hour oysters but was graciously encouraged by the lovely wait staff.
Raeoni Davies
Most popular items
Guest favorites from casual happy hours to romantic bistro dinners—reserve your table to experience them.
Steak
the steak was absolutely DELICIOUS and cooked to perfection.
sarah mikesic Fresh Oysters
small oysters are the best oysters and they always stock fresh ones 🤍
terse Crispy Skin Chicken
The chicken was probably the best I’ve ever had, so tender and juicy, I couldn’t stop thinking about it all weekend.
jeyyy Charred Broccolini
The highlight for me, however, was definitely the charred broccolini with honey, crushed nuts and ricotta salata. It is definitely a must-try.
Ryan H
Other favorites
Complement your dining experience with house cocktails, artisanal sodas, and standout sweets.
Romanee Spritz
Try the Romanee spritz . So refreshing.
Gabriella Manco (Gabriella) Grapefruit and Cardamom Soda
Highly recommend the grapefruit and cardamom soda.
Belva Tang Pink Lady Cocktail
highly recommend the Pink Lady cocktail
Stevie Ranapiri Pistachio Praline
The highlight though was the dessert, a pistachio praline with honeycomb and a berry coulis.
Greg Weston
Beyond the menu
From bespoke tasting consultations to personalized floor care, discover the hospitable details that define Bar Romanée—reserve your table today.
Complimentary Event Tastings
Hosts organizing family celebrations are invited in ahead of time to sample wines and cocktails, working collaboratively with staff to refine their set menus.
Name-Recognized Table Service
Waitstaff deliver individualized service during special gatherings, taking the care to remember and address individual guests by name throughout the meal.
Spontaneous Birthday Celebrations
Celebrations are marked with unexpected celebratory touches, including presenting desserts topped with candles and joined in song by the team.
House-Crafted Non-Alcoholic Options
Non-drinkers receive bespoke consideration with inventive house-made sodas, including grapefruit and cardamom blends, matching the craft of the wine list.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bar Romanée offer specials like steak night or oyster happy hour?
Yes, Bar Romanée runs a Monday steak night special (offering steak with chips and salad) as well as happy hour freshly stocked oysters.
Should I make a reservation before visiting?
Yes. Reservations are accepted and highly recommended for dates and milestone celebrations, though walk-ins and short-notice table requests are sometimes accommodated.
Can Bar Romanée cater for large group celebrations and set menus?
Yes, the restaurant accommodates large groups and family celebrations with set menu options, and staff work closely ahead of time to help tailor dishes and dietary arrangements.
How are the portion sizes at Bar Romanée?
Servings are generous for fine dining; mains like pasta and chicken are substantial enough to take home leftovers, while multi-course set menus provide hearty dining.
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