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Many Little Bar & Dining

2-5/159 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill South VIC 3937, Australia

Recommended by 26 people

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Find Many Little Bar & Dining

2-5/159 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill South VIC 3937, Australia

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+61 3 5989 2831
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Many Little Bar & Dining

Many Little Bar & Dining upends regional wine country dining with bold, spice-driven Sri Lankan fare in Red Hill. Forget conventional vineyard grazing. Guests looking for real heat head straight for the five-course chef’s menu—a procession of smoke, crunch, and coastal tang. Plates range from hot butter cauliflower crusted in smoked lunu miris to whole fried barramundi swimming in aromatic mustard kiri hodi. The kitchen serves its Ambula chicken curry over a charred banana leaf, flanked by sharp sambols and green mallung. Regulars circle the first Friday of the month for Hops & Hoppers nights, grabbing cold beers alongside grilled prawns, warm paan, and golden egg hoppers. Service moves fast in the cozy room, backed by smart local wine pairings and cucumber margaritas. Dinner winds down over beef kalupol pan rolls and pani pol parfait with puffed rice.

  • Modern Sri Lankan Tasting Menu: Multi-course tasting menus feature standout plates like Ambula chicken curry on charred banana leaves and hot butter cauliflower.
  • Hops & Hoppers Nights: Monthly community sessions pairing fresh hoppers, grilled prawns, and curries with local beers and great tunes.
  • Peninsula Wine & Cocktail Bar: A bustling, cozy dining room pouring regional Peninsula wines, bespoke cocktails, and cold beers.
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What's On at Many Little Bar & Dining

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Restaurant event at Many Little Bar & Dining

Hops & Hoppers 2026: Sri Lankan Streat Eating Tour, First friday of each month! Hops & Hoppers is back in 2026, and we’re kicking things off on Friday 6 February with a pairing we genuinely love — Sri Lankan food and Mornington Peninsula Pinot Gris...

The Many Little Advantage

Why diners choose Many Little Bar & Dining on the Mornington Peninsula

  • Chefs Degustation with Sri Lankan Finesse

    Many Little elevates Sri Lankan culinary traditions into a structured multi-course tasting experience marked by sophisticated plating and technical balance.

    the 5 course chefs degustation menu was a Masterclass of complimentary flavours and presentation

    Marg Lange

  • Vibrant Hops and Hoppers Special Events

    Monthly Hops & Hoppers sessions pair vibrant traditional street snacks like hoppers, kiribath, and seafood with craft beers and lively music.

    We visited Many Little Redhill with friends on the first Friday of February for their Hops & Hoppers night, and it was such a fantastic experience.

    Deji

  • Enthusiastic Hospitality and Layered Spices

    Guests are consistently impressed by the depth of layered spices paired with attentive, gracious floor hospitality.

    From the warm hospitality to the beautiful atmosphere, everything at Many Little Bar and Dining was exceptional.

    Probo Jayaweera

  • Generous Servings That Leave You Well-Fed

    Tasting menus and à la carte courses provide substantial variety and abundance that leave diners thoroughly satiated.

    We came away feeling extremely well fed with a great variety of tasty treats n the Chef’s menu.

    Philippa Harrison

  • A Welcoming Interlude on the Winery Trail

    Conveniently situated in Red Hill, the venue serves as a satisfying detour for lunch, cocktails, or shared plates while visiting Peninsula vineyards.

    Stumbled on Many Little on my way between wineries.

    Dany Khoury

  • Relaxing Spot Following Peninsula Excursions

    A warm setting and thoughtful, walk-in friendly hospitality make it a natural destination after exploring local attractions and coastal springs.

    Visit after we went to Mornington Hotspring early birth session and This place is a hidden gem

    Tyler Quach

Signature Sri Lankan dishes and culinary highlights praised by diners

  • Hoppers

    the curry hoppers were a standout — a true delight for the tastebuds and a perfect example of how this kitchen brings bold, layered flavours together with finesse.

    Chris Ellis

  • Whole Fried Barramundi

    Whole Fried Barramundi with string hoppers and mustard kiri hodi

    Naga

  • Sri Lankan Ambula Chicken Curry

    Sri Lankan Ambula Chicken Curry with rice, a selection of sambols, mallung, bedum, pickles, and condiments served on a charred banana leaf

    Naga

  • Hot Butter Cauliflower

    Hot Butter Cauliflower with black oyster mushrooms, curry leaves, shallots, and smoked lunu miris

    Naga

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate the dining experience in Red Hill

  • Courtyard Shawls and Blankets

    Staff provide shawls and blankets to guests in the courtyard whenever there is a sudden cool change.

  • Course-by-Course Table Explanations

    Front-of-house staff take time at the table to explain the ingredients, heritage, and composition of each course as it arrives.

  • Edible Rice Bowl Presentation

    Curries are presented and served in sustainably edible rice bowls.

  • Generous Doggy Bag Accommodations

    Kitchen and floor staff readily provide takeaway packaging so guests can bring home generous remaining multi-course dishes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you choose the chef's tasting menu or order à la carte?

Many Little serves a five-course chef's tasting menu alongside an à la carte selection featuring dishes like hoppers, curries, and whole fried barramundi. Tasting menus and individual mains are generously portioned, so choose according to your appetite.

Do you need a reservation, or are walk-ins welcome?

Reservations can be booked in advance and are recommended for dinner and special occasions, though walk-ins are also accommodated for lunch, bar snacks, and drinks. Dinner seatings may be scheduled in set sittings.

Does the restaurant accommodate vegetarian diets and dietary requirements?

Yes. The kitchen accommodates vegetarian diners with multi-course options, and guests report dietary requirements are handled smoothly by the staff.

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