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Hacienda Melbourne

Hacienda Cocina Mexicana, M28/3 Southgate Ave, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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Hacienda Cocina Mexicana, M28/3 Southgate Ave, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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+61 3 9826 4939
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hacienda Melbourne

Perched along Southbank with breezy views across the Yarra, Hacienda Melbourne pairs punchy regional Mexican plates with serious agave drinks. Grab an outdoor table overlooking the city skyline and settle in over charred elote slathered in mayo and cotija, crisp tuna tostadas, and slow-braised birria tacos tucked into warm corn tortillas. Regulars make a habit of dropping by for quick small plates and spicy margaritas before curtain call at the nearby arts precinct, while bigger tables lean into shared banquets loaded with grilled chicken, fresh guacamole, and passionfruit cheesecake.

  • Riverside terrace dining: Balcony tables overlook the Yarra River and Melbourne skyline, ideal for happy hour drinks and shared tacos.
  • Feed-me set banquets: Vegetarian and meat banquets offer multi-course spreads spanning guacamole, tostadas, tacos, and desserts.
  • Pre-theatre small plates: Swift pacing and a wide selection of small plates accommodate tight timelines before arts precinct performances.
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Why Diners Choose Hacienda Melbourne

Authentic Mexican flavours, riverside views, and banquet dining curated for theatregoers and social gatherings.

  • Waterfront Balcony Dining Overlooking the Yarra

    Enjoy authentic dishes and hand-crafted margaritas on the outdoor balcony overlooking the Yarra River and skyline.

    One of the best parts is the location — it’s on the first floor with a beautiful view of the Yarra River, which makes the whole experience feel even more special.

    Bhanu Mehta

  • Vibrant and Welcoming Mexican Atmosphere

    Immerse yourself in authentic Latin energy with warm hospitality, traditional preparations, and lively music.

    From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was vibrant, warm, and exactly what you hope for in a great Mexican restaurant. The food was authentic, fresh, and packed with flavour.

    Kate Billing

  • Seamless Dining Tailored for Theatre Schedules

    Hacienda effortlessly accommodates tight curtain times with prompt, seamless service so you make your show stress-free.

    Service was excellent too. We had told them we to be out with 70 minutes as we had a show and they accommodated us with no issue.

    Sylvia

  • Convenient Southbank Arts Precinct Location

    Located centrally at Southgate, offering an ideal riverside stop for small plates and signature cocktails before an evening event.

    Definitely restaurant of choice for pre-show/theatre and lunch as the menu offers a delectable selection of small plates as well as mains.

    Siew D

  • Inclusive Shared Feast and Banquet Menus

    Multi-course shared banquets feature extensive selections that cater generously to both meat lovers and vegetarians.

    We tried both the veg and non-veg banquet, which meant we got a little bit of everything. The guacamole and grilled corn were fresh and full of flavour, and the seafood and ceviche tasted really light and vibrant.

    Bhanu Mehta

  • Attentive Group Hosting for Celebrations

    Large party dining runs effortlessly with thoughtful service accommodating diverse dietary needs and last-minute updates.

    Catered to all dietary requirements and allergies in a huge group, as well as accommodated last minute party changes.

    Shivonne Ebony Morel

Authentic dishes and customer favourites from our kitchen

  • guacamole

    Guacamole was a huge serving size and I loved the fresh onion on top.

    Sylvia

  • nachos

    We started with two bowls of nachos and two tostadas, which were fantastic.

    BeanieBenny

  • grilled corn

    The guacamole and grilled corn were fresh and full of flavour

    Bhanu Mehta

  • birria tacos

    perfectly cooked birria tacos, tostadas, empanadas and patatas bravas.

    Elena Padro

Other favorites

Specialty craft margaritas, regional drinks, and sweet finishes

  • margarita flight

    Tried the margarita flight which was fun!

    Sophie

  • michelada

    AND, the michelada, probably the best one in the whole country!!!!! U MUST TRY THAT MICHELADA!!!

    Elena Padro

  • coconut margarita

    I especially recommend the coconut margarita and the hibiscus (flor de Jamaica) margarita—they’re both amazing and full of flavor.

    Sandra Salas

  • passionfruit cheesecake

    For dessert, the passionfruit cheesecake and chocolate cake were both rich and satisfying.

    Bhanu Mehta

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate dining on the Southbank riverside.

  • Pre-Theatre Pacing Coordination

    When diners face strict curtain calls, the team synchronises multi-course banquets to finish comfortably within 70 minutes without sacrificing meal progression.

  • Dedicated Large-Group Dietary Customisation

    The kitchen seamlessly accommodates comprehensive dietary restrictions and allergy needs across large tables, paired with flexible handling for last-minute booking changes.

  • Attentive Balcony Table Transitions

    For diners arriving without an outdoor reservation, staff proactively monitor terrace turnover to transition guests to prime riverside tables once available.

  • Parallel Dual Banquet Pairings

    Tables can experience both vegetarian and meat-based banquet menus in tandem, featuring distinct tailored dishes like quinoa enchiladas alongside grilled chicken.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, seating, and menus for dining at Southgate

  • Notify staff of theatre curtain times

    If you are heading to a show in the arts precinct, let the staff know your timing upon arrival so they can pace courses to comfortably fit your schedule.

  • Opt for banquet sets for group dietary needs

    Take advantage of banquet and feed-me formats that cater across both vegetarian and meat preferences when dining with a group.

  • Request outdoor balcony seating for skyline views

    Book or request a table in the outdoor balcony area on the first floor for views overlooking the Yarra River and Melbourne skyline.

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