Restaurant
Estelle
243-245 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
Find Estelle
243-245 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
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Book NowAbout Estelle
Modern Australian dining on High Street with sharp kitchen craft and zero pretension. Regulars head straight for the kitchen bar—counter stools provide a front-row view of the chefs plating right at the pass. Multi-course menus anchor milestone date nights and birthdays, delivering goat's cheese churros drizzled with truffle honey, crisp-skinned fish, and tender lamb rump before closing on theatrical liquid nitrogen ice cream. Midweek diners drop in for the forty-dollar Tuesday steak night, served with hot fries, a glass of wine, and warm, unhurried hospitality.
- Open Kitchen Bar: Counter stools directly front the open kitchen, giving diners an interactive look at prep work and plating.
- Milestone Tasting Menus: Seasonal multi-course dining suited for birthdays and milestones, complete with thoughtful wine pairings and dietary flexibility.
- Steak & Sunday Roast Traditions: Neighborhood dining rituals including a $40 steak night on Tuesdays and a multi-course roast lunch every Sunday.
What's On at Estelle
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
Why Diners Choose Estelle
From immersive kitchen-counter dining to weekly neighborhood traditions, book your table on High Street for an exceptional meal.
Front-Row Kitchen Theatre
Counter seating overlooks the pass, offering diners a dynamic view of an impeccably calm, synchronized culinary brigade at work.
The open kitchen gives you show and a meal!
Behzad K Refined Seasonal Tasting Menus
Multi-course tasting menus present balanced, inventive seasonal dining executed with consistent finesse from first bite to dessert.
It was delicious and all the dishes were really refined.
Andrea Au Tuesday Steak Night Value
Estelle delivers accessible fine dining mid-week with an acclaimed $40 steak dinner paired with crisp fries and wine.
a high quality, perfectly cooked steak, a delicious sauce, crispy fries, a glass of wine, for $40!
Mark O'Rielly Elevated Sunday Roast Tradition
A dedicated weekend roast menu pairs classic comfort with elevated restaurant execution at approachable pricing.
We just had the Sunday roast and geez it was good!! Such great value too.
Sam Sandford Genuinely Cared-For Hospitality
Attentive front-of-house staff ensure an unhurried, generous pace where diners feel completely looked after.
made us feel very cared for and was amazing in his wine selection for us.
Alison Spencer Reassuring Dietary Attentiveness
Kitchen and floor staff actively tailor multi-course services around complex guest dietary requirements and allergies.
makes dining here feel safe and truly enjoyable.
Elianne Sgro
Most popular items
Estelle's most praised multi-course experiences and signature dishes—book your table to taste them live.
Sunday Roast
We just had the Sunday roast and geez it was good!! Such great value too.
Sam Sandford Tasting Menu
We went and had the tasting menu! It was delicious and all the dishes were really refined.
Andrea Au Tuesday Steak Night
Tuesday Steak Night - a high quality, perfectly cooked steak, a delicious sauce, crispy fries, a glass of wine, for $40! Is this Melbourne's best, and best value, steak night? It is certainly the best I have had!
Mark O'Rielly Goat Cheese Churros
Highlights were the cheese churro starter, the snapper crudo, the potatoes (a must order).
Alex Trollip
Other favorites
Memorable sides and inventive desserts that round out the dining experience.
Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream
Also, the dessert was great with the liquid nitrogen icecream.
Andrea Au Quince Cake with Parsnip Ice Cream
We shared a cheeky Quince Cake with Parsnip ice cream for desert. Heaven!
Mark O'Rielly Dutch Carrots
The dutch carrots on the side were perfect which was topped with a lovely pesto.
Eat with Josephine Cheesecake
the cheesecake was one of the best i’ve ever had.
zac petrie
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality gestures and kitchen craft that elevate every visit to Estelle.
Kitchen-Pass Surprises
Counter diners enjoy an up-close look at the brigade in motion, occasionally treated to spontaneous chef extras like asparagus with whipped cod roe sent straight over the pass.
Vigilant Allergy Accommodation
Floor staff and kitchen teams coordinate closely to tailor multi-course menus around complex dietary preferences and allergies, keeping celebrations effortless and safe.
Liquid Nitrogen Dessert Craft
Tasting menus finish with memorable visual flair, including dramatic desserts prepared with liquid nitrogen ice cream.
Unhurried Sunday Pacing
Sunday multi-course sessions bypass rushed dining limits, allowing guests to linger without strict two-hour table turns alongside personalized wine guidance.
Before you head over
Practical guidance on reserving the best vantage points, planning around weekly specials, and dining with complete confidence. Book your table now for an unforgettable meal.
Request Kitchen Bar Seating
Request counter seating directly at the open kitchen bar to watch the brigade work in synchronized, calm fashion while plating each dish.
Book Ahead for Tuesday Steak Night
Estelle's $40 Tuesday steak special—featuring steak, fries, and a glass of wine—draws a packed house, so reserve ahead to secure your spot.
Note Dietary Needs with Your Reservation
The kitchen and floor staff are remarkably observant with severe allergies and dietary adjustments across tasting courses, so note any requirements when reserving.
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