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Conservatory

Crown Towers, Level 1/8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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Crown Towers, Level 1/8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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+61 3 9292 5777
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Conservatory

Crown Towers’ riverfront feast on the Southbank promenade. Conservatory trades tired buffet clichés for serious kitchen craft—backed by panoramic Yarra River views. Diners in the know skip the filler, heading straight for shucked oysters, cold prawns, and crackling porchetta at the carvery. Dedicated floor staff sweep away empty plates between rounds to keep table drinks topped up, while head chefs personally walk guests with allergies past each station to fire custom plates. The spread finishes at the dessert counter, where dual chocolate fountains—one classic, one pink—flow beside racks of macarons.

  • Expansive Multi-Cuisine Spread: Fresh oysters, prawns, sushi, Asian specialties, and roast meats continuously replenished across spacious stations.
  • Dual Chocolate Fountains: A dedicated sweets pavilion anchored by twin chocolate fountains—classic and pink white chocolate—plus macarons and cakes.
  • Personal Chef Dietary Care: Head chefs personally walk guests with allergies through the stations and prepare custom allergen-free plates on demand.
  • Yarra Views & Tableside Service: Prime river-facing seats overlook the Yarra River, with dedicated table attendants clearing plates and managing drink orders.
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Why Guests Choose Conservatory

From dedicated chef walkthroughs for dietary safety to sweeping Yarra views and twin chocolate fountains, secure your reservation to savor Crown Melbourne's signature celebration feast.

  • Purpose-Built for Milestone Celebrations

    A luxury atmosphere and refined table arrangements create a celebratory backdrop where every guest feels uniquely accommodated.

    Special occasion deserves a special place. The Conservatory was spot on.

    Hrisi Konstantopoulos

  • Warm, High-Touch Service for Every Guest

    Attentive floor staff go above and beyond for families and milestone groups, delivering elevated hospitality throughout the meal.

    He treated us like royalty, looked after our young kids and went above and beyond.

    Sharkmen Charters

  • Personal Chef Guidance for Complex Dietary Needs

    Kitchen leaders personally guide guests with severe allergies station by station and cook fresh, custom-prepared dishes on request.

    grabbing the chef and lead us to walk around every single food letting us know what he could and couldn’t eat.

    Layla Louise

  • Seamless Tableside Beverage and Clearing Service

    Dedicated table attendants clear used plates after every pass and manage drink orders tableside, removing the hassle of bar queues.

    we even had a dedicated attendant clearing plates after every round and taking drink orders, so no one had to keep making trips to the bar

    Luisa

  • Dual Chocolate Fountains on the Dessert Station

    The dessert spread anchors the indulgence with dual chocolate fountains flowing with classic chocolate and pink white chocolate.

    And yes, there are TWO chocolate fountains, one classic chocolate and one pink (white chocolate).

    Jolyslife

  • Scenic Waterfront Vistas Over the Yarra River

    A bright, marble-lined dining room pairs grand international stations and carvery roasts with scenic vistas across the Yarra River.

    The atmosphere is elegant, the views overlooking the Yarra River are lovely, and the staff were attentive and efficient throughout our meal.

    Reizyl

Guest-favorite seafood selections, carvery staples, dessert spectacles, and attentive tableside hospitality.

  • Fresh Oysters

    The porchetta, fresh oysters, and prawns were standout favorites.

    James Albert Flores

  • Dedicated Table Attendant

    we even had a dedicated attendant clearing plates after every round and taking drink orders, so no one had to keep making trips to the bar

    Luisa

  • Roast Beef

    Roast beef was one of my favourite.

    Scott Fraser

  • Dual Chocolate Fountains

    there are TWO chocolate fountains, one classic chocolate and one pink (white chocolate).

    Jolyslife

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful personal gestures and above-and-beyond hospitality elevate your dining experience—reserve your table to celebrate in style.

  • Direct Head Chef Allergy Walkthroughs

    For guests with severe or complex dietary requirements, kitchen leadership steps out to walk you past the stations and cooks tailored allergen-free dishes and dessert platters made fresh to order.

  • Dual Cascading Chocolate Fountains

    The lavish dessert pavilion is anchored by twin chocolate fountains—flowing with both classic milk chocolate and vibrant pink white chocolate.

  • Dedicated Tableside Drink & Course Attendants

    Attendants clear used plates after every course and take drink orders directly from your table, ensuring group celebrations stay uninterrupted by trips to the bar.

  • Surprise Milestone Celebration Cakes

    Milestone anniversaries and birthdays are marked with complimentary celebration cakes brought directly to the table by your server.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book a table in advance?

Reservations are strongly recommended or required; walk-ins cannot just show up, and booking weeks in advance is advised if you want a window seat overlooking the river.

How does the restaurant handle food allergies and dietary needs?

Yes. The chefs personally assist guests with food restrictions, walking through stations to identify ingredients and preparing fresh, customized dishes and dessert platters upon request.

What should I know about parking and finding the venue?

Parking is available in Crown's multi-level car park across the street. Be sure to allow 15 to 20 minutes of extra walking time, as finding the way through the complex can be challenging, and parking fees or terms can vary.

Are there restrooms inside the restaurant?

No, customer restrooms are located just outside the restaurant within the Crown complex rather than inside the dining area.

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