Restaurant
Meatmaiden
Basement/195 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Basement/195 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Basement stairs off Little Collins plunge straight into Meatmaiden—a subterranean steakhouse built around dry-aged beef and dark wood. Diners in the know lean toward the Maiden's Mood tasting menu, trusting the kitchen’s calibrated cuisson to hit a blush-pink medium-rare without asking. Warm slices of grilled house bread arrive early beside whipped cowboy butter, paving the way for rich lobster mac and cheese or charred octopus. Pull up a counter stool by the pass to watch rib eyes rest under the heat lamps while the bar turns out dirty martinis.
- Subterranean Ambiance: Dimly lit cellar dining room tucked beneath Little Collins Street, featuring flickering candlelight and front-row counter seats facing the pass.
- In-House Dry-Aging: Rib eyes and burger patties sourced from a dedicated dry-aging cabinet right inside the door, rested and carved to a precise medium-rare.
- Curated Tasting Menus: The multi-course Maiden's Mood menu pairs curated cuts with rich lobster mac and cheese, Comté custard tarts, and grilled bread.
- Sommelier & Craft Cocktails: An in-house sommelier suggests heavy-hitting Shiraz while bartenders shake classic cocktails and pour single malts.
What's On at Meatmaiden
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Key Advantages of Meatmaiden
Why diners choose Meatmaiden for premium dry-aged steaks and subterranean dining in Melbourne CBD
In-House Dry-Aging Program
Cuts like the 500g bone-in rib eye and lunch burger patties undergo on-site aging, producing concentrated flavor and distinct sear crusts.
The dry-ageing is done in-house and their famous rib eye is seriously some of the most flavour-packed cuts I’ve tried
Stelly Chef-Dictated Medium-Rare Precision
Diners receive steaks seared and rested to a consistent chef-standard medium rare without needing to micromanage doneness.
One unexpected moment stood out: they didn’t ask how I wanted my steak cooked, so I assumed it might be overdone. To my surprise, it arrived perfectly cooked — a testament to the chef’s skill and confidence in the kitchen.
Labels Speed Moody Subterranean Atmosphere
Located beneath Little Collins Street, the dim, candlelit basement provides a secluded escape from Melbourne CBD bustle.
We had such a wonderful evening tucked away in this cozy basement spot. The atmosphere is lovely, especially with the flickering candle on the table adding such a nice touch to the room.
Lina Meier Open-Pass Kitchen and Bar Counter Seating
Counter seats let guests watch the kitchen pass, observe plating, and interact directly with culinary and front-of-house staff.
We had the best seats in the house, opposite the kitchen. Watching all of the food come out of the pass was just phenomenal.
Kate Kenny Special Milestone Celebrations
The attentive pacing, thoughtful service gestures, and celebratory touches make the venue a dependable destination for key milestones.
We also ordered dessert to finish off the night and the staff put on a celebratory little candle which was a thoughtful and cute gesture!
Jessica Le Curated Dining for Shared Occasions
Multiple-course dining with curated pairings and adaptable menus creates a seamless, elevated evening for couples and gatherings.
From beginning to end this is an amazing curated experience. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone for a fancy date night, intimate birthday celebration or just a special night out.
Zoe Drakoulis
Most popular items
Customer Favorites & Signature Cuts
Maiden's Mood Set Menu
We had the Maiden's Mood set menu (with some amendments to the seafood dishes) and we felt it was worth the money.
C Mc Burnt Ends
Highly recommend the horseradish rock oysters, the scotch fillet & burnt ends.
Pieta Amery Dry-Aged Rib Eye
their famous rib eye is seriously some of the most flavour-packed cuts I’ve tried
Stelly Dry-Aged Cheeseburger
Overall a very tasty cheeseburger and the service was friendly and attentive with water refilled as needed.
Barry
Other favorites
Accompaniments, Starters, and Desserts
Lobster Mac and Cheese
The lobster mac and cheese was absolutely worth the upgrade.
Kayleigh Myers Grilled Bread with Cowboy Butter
The house-made bread with cowboy butter was next-level
Anna Comte Custard Tart
The comte tart was a playful twist on a Portuguese tart and tasted amazing.
Ryan André Chocolate Mousse
Chocolate mousse dessert was beautiful too and a perfect way to finish the meal.
Michi H
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful gestures and hospitable accommodations experienced at Meatmaiden
Custom Set Menu Adaptations
The kitchen coordinates tailored substitutions for guests who do not eat seafood, adjusting curated set menu appetizers like scallop dishes while keeping the multi-course progression intact.
Anniversary Dessert Candle Presentation
For guests celebrating milestones like anniversaries, floor staff add thoughtful gestures such as a celebratory lit candle alongside plated desserts.
Off-Menu Half-Portion Side Accommodations
To accommodate diners eager to sample rich sides without over-ordering, staff check directly with the kitchen to prepare flexible half-portions of the lobster mac and cheese.
Open Kitchen Pass Interaction
Guests seated along the kitchen counter receive direct dish explanations and front-row engagement as chefs prepare cuts, butcher trimmings, and plate steaks off the pass.
Before you head over
Practical dining advice for navigating menus, seating, and doneness at Meatmaiden
Set Doneness Expectations
If you order the Maiden's Mood set menu or chef's selection, expect steaks to arrive cooked to a standard medium-rare rested pink finish without staff taking doneness preferences.
Choose Bar Seating for Dates
For dates or smaller parties wanting an interactive atmosphere, reserve bar counter seats to watch open-kitchen plating and escape the tighter main dining tables.
Request Seafood Swaps Early
If you do not eat seafood on the multi-course Maiden's Mood menu, notify your server early so kitchen staff can substitute alternative courses.
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