Restaurant
Bistro Thierry
511 Malvern Rd, Toorak VIC 3142, Australia
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511 Malvern Rd, Toorak VIC 3142, Australia
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Book NowAbout Bistro Thierry
Skip the flight—Bistro Thierry drops the clatter and rapid banter of a Parisian dining room onto Malvern Road. Regulars treat this Hawksburn institution as an essential stop for the benchmarks. French onion soup arrives bubbling under melted cheese, waiters mix the steak tartare tableside, and guests can bring a bottle from home for corkage. Dinner winds down over a warm chocolate soufflé.
- Vibrant Parisian Atmosphere: French-speaking floor staff, quick pacing, and tight linen-topped tables capture the authentic, high-energy rhythm of a neighborhood Paris dining room.
- Uncompromised Bistro Classics: From deep caramelized French onion soup and tableside steak tartare to a soaring warm chocolate soufflé, the kitchen honors traditional recipes.
- Cellar List & BYO Accommodation: Guests can pair their meal from an expansive French and local wine list, or bring a prized personal bottle via corkage.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Bistro Thierry
Experience authentic brasserie dining, time-honored bistro classics, and celebratory French hospitality—reserve your table today.
Transportive Parisian Atmosphere
The dining room captures the timeless hum and charm of an authentic French brasserie, delivering Parisian escapism straight to Malvern Road.
takes you back to Paris instantly!
Sally-Anne Russell Vibrant Old-School Hospitality
Front-of-house service pairs spirited hospitality with fast-paced attentiveness, keeping the dining room buzzing and drinks topped up all evening.
busy vibes matched with old school hospitality service.
Kevin Benchmark French Onion Soup
The kitchen fiercely honors bistro heritage, perfecting traditional hallmarks like deeply caramelized onion broth beneath melted gruyère.
This is the best French onion soup I have ever had, full stop.
JK Taylor Tableside Steak Tartare Service
Upholding classical dining room theater, fresh steak tartare is mixed and seasoned right at your table rather than pre-assembled in the kitchen.
I love the way they mix it on your table.
Mashi_soyo Built for Milestone Celebrations
High-spirited energy and attentive care make the dining room a reliable destination for birthdays, anniversaries, and date nights.
guaranteed to be a special night if you visit.
extralou 🇬🇧🇦🇺 Dedicated Setting for Group Occasions
From lively book club dinners to intimate family nights, the venue elevates ordinary evenings into commemorative shared occasions.
A special venue for a special night - or any night you want to make special.
Rosemary Martin
Most popular items
Classic Parisian culinary benchmarks prepared with uncompromising technique—reserve your table to experience Toorak's iconic bistro favourites.
Chocolate Soufflé
Make sure you get the chocolate soufflé it’s their specialty
Miranda P Scotch Fillet
The scotch fillet was cooked to perfection and paired beautifully with the béarnaise sauce, which added just the right richness to the dish.
MJC French Onion Soup
This is the best French onion soup I have ever had, full stop.
JK Taylor Tableside Steak Tartare
The steak tartare was lovely. I love the way they mix it on your table.
Mashi_soyo
Other favorites
From classic bistro sides and cocktails to BYO cellar flexibility, book your table to complete your Parisian feast.
Pommes Frites
Their fries were perfectly fried and seasoned.
Mashi_soyo Dirty Gin Martini
They make a 10/10 dirty Gin martini.
Stephanie Ford BYO Wine Service
Also worth noting the incredible wine list with many options, they even do BYO with corkage.
Kevin Tarte Tatin
Tarte tatin and soufflé were superb.
Yohanes Ariathianto
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I make a reservation in advance?
Reservations are accepted and strongly advised, as the dining room is frequently full and earlier seatings may have table-return times to accommodate later bookings.
Can I bring my own wine?
Yes, guests can bring their own wine with a $25 corkage fee per bottle, alongside an extensive in-house list featuring French and local selections.
What are the standout dishes to order?
French onion soup, steak tartare (frequently mixed tableside), escargots, duck dishes, and the chocolate soufflé are widely regarded as signature house favourites.
What should I expect regarding the table settings and seating?
In keeping with traditional French bistro style, fresh baguette and butter are served directly onto the table without individual side plates, and dining tables can be cozy and closely set.
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