Restaurant
Cookie
252 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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252 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Level one of Curtin House. Two decades in, this rowdy beer-hall-meets-dining-room captures Melbourne’s late-night energy without missing a beat. High ceilings, Juliet balconies over Swanston Street, and DJs spinning late into the evening. Orders hit the table around a DIY betel leaf kit—a hands-on *miang kham* built with lime, toasted peanuts, and sweet tamarind—before moving to crispy pork belly red curry and duck pancakes. The drinks list lands with the heft of a novel, spanning craft beers, obscure varietals, and French Martinis. Those ducking the room's decibels slip into Chesterfield sofas in the back lounge, while diners with coeliac requirements get their own dedicated menu.
- Bold Thai Feasting: Shareable plates span rich crispy pork belly red curry, drunkard-style noodles, duck pancakes, and hands-on DIY betel leaf wrappers.
- Novel-Length Drinks List: A bound book of a drinks list loaded with obscure wine varietals, craft beers, and bespoke cocktails mixed to order.
- Split-Zone Beer Hall & Lounge: High ceilings and Swanston Street Juliet balconies collide with back-room Chesterfield lounges and weekend DJs.
- Rigorous Gluten-Free Menu: A dedicated gluten-free menu backed by floor staff who understand cross-contamination and allergy protocols.
What's On at Cookie
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Diners Choose Cookie
From punchy Thai banquets and bespoke DIY dishes to a legendary beer-hall buzz, Curtin House’s first-floor institution delivers an electric CBD night out. Reserve your table ahead to secure your spot.
Rowdy Beer Hall Meets High-End Dining
Cookie merges the high-octane pulse of a bustling beer hall with a polished Thai dining room, framed by Curtin House's high ceilings and Juliet balconies overlooking Swanston Street.
balance the vibe of a rowdy beer hall with a high-end Thai restaurant
Mayur Katariya Loud, Bold, and Flavor-Packed Menus
From rich crispy pork belly curry to spice-charged drunken noodles, the kitchen crafts bold, aromatically complex dishes designed for vibrant communal dining.
Cookie is loud, bold, full of flavour.
Alana Hockley Dedicated and Knowledgeable Gluten-Free Dining
Rather than relying on ad-hoc kitchen adjustments, guests navigating coeliac disease or gluten intolerances order safely from an autonomous, fully realized gluten-free menu.
they have a separate gluten free menu and the staff clearly understood the health need requirements.
Susan Salvair Interactive DIY Betel Leaf Starters
Rather than plating pre-assembled bites, Cookie delivers an interactive starter kit complete with fresh leaves, roasted peanuts, aromatics, and sticky sauce for custom table assembly.
Betel Bliss Bombs DIY betel leaf set was a total standout
Amilliah Seamless Banquets for Group Celebrations
Abundant multi-course banquet formats keep group dinners and company celebrations flowing effortlessly while tailoring courses to diverse dietary requirements.
We did the small banquet for 12 people and there was so much food!! All dietary requirements were considered
Teagan Jones Personalized Hospitality at Scale
Even when orchestrating massive tables in a packed, high-volume dining room, dedicated floor staff ensure large parties receive focused, personal hospitality.
A group of 30+ people, that had a long day, Nikki made us feel like individuals In a crowd.
David Milne
Most popular items
Savour the standout Thai-fusion plates and crowd favourites that define Cookie's high-energy dining room—book your table today to secure a spot.
Pork Belly Red Curry
Do not leave without trying the Pork Belly Red Curry—it is rich, spicy, and melts in your mouth.
Mayur Katariya Betel Leaf Appetisers
The Betel Leaf appetisers are fresh and zesty, acting as the perfect palate cleanser before the main event.
Mayur Katariya Duck Pancakes
the duck pancakes were the best I’ve ever had.
Adele Surridge Scallops with Pomelo
The scallops with pomelo were superb
Adele Surridge
Other favorites
From bespoke pours off the novel-thick drinks tome to playful vintage service details.
French Martini
the French Martini here is a winner
Mayur Katariya Lychee Caprioskar
They make the BEST Lychee Caprioskar !!!
Stipe Ojvan Charlie Chaplin Cocktail
p.s. I got the charlie Chaplin and it was soooo goood
Nina Harrison Picture Book Bill Presentation
Our bill came in a picture book which we thought was awesome!
Stephanie van Twuiver
Beyond the menu
Unexpected rituals and distinctive hospitality touches that elevate dining on Curtin House's first floor. Book your table ahead to secure your spot.
DIY Betel Leaf Service
Appetizers arrive with an individual box of fresh betel leaves alongside compartmentalized dishes of lime, coconut-ginger chutney, peanuts, dried shrimp, and sticky sauce for hands-on assembly at the table.
Picture-Book Bill Presentation
Rather than a conventional payment folder, the final bill arrives tucked neatly inside an illustrated vintage picture book.
Dedicated Gluten-Free Care
Guests with coeliac disease or gluten intolerances receive a fully separate gluten-free menu administered by floor staff trained on medical dietary requirements.
Novel-Bound Drinks Directory
Beverage offerings are bound in a thick, novel-sized book detailing extensive craft beers, obscure wine varietals, and house cocktails.
Before you head over
Practical advice to help you navigate your visit smoothly—book your table ahead to secure your spot.
Spotting the unmarked entrance and lift
Cookie has no street signage at street level, making it easy to stroll past the Curtin House entrance on Swanston Street. Head inside and take the stairs or the internal lift directly up to Level 1.
Navigating the novel-length menu
With food and beverage lists running as thick as a book, reviewing options in advance or asking floor staff for recommendations helps prevent decision fatigue—especially during 2-hour banquet sittings.
Requesting the dedicated gluten-free menu
Diners with coeliac disease or gluten intolerances should ask for the standalone gluten-free menu upon arrival; floor staff are specifically trained to handle dietary health requirements with care.
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