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Melba Restaurant

1 Southgate Ave, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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1 Southgate Ave, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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+61 1800 641 107
HoursMonday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM Tuesday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM Wednesday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM Thursday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM Friday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM Saturday: 6:30 – 11:00 AM Sunday: 6:30 – 11:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Melba Restaurant

Inside The Langham, riverfront tables gaze across the Yarra while the dining room buzzes with theatrical live cooking stations. Regulars skip the usual buffet line and steer straight toward the seafood bar—piling plates with freshly shucked oysters, peeled prawns, and sliced sashimi. Over at the tandoor, chefs pull blistered garlic and cheese naan to order, pairing them alongside rich butter chicken and slow-simmered curries. Wok stations fire spicy Mee goreng behind the glass, while the grill sears steaks on demand. For milestone gatherings, staff step in to tailor off-menu plates for dietary needs, leaving just enough room for warm chocolate fondue and fresh strawberries.

  • Live Tandoor Station: Chefs pull blistered garlic and cheese naan fresh from the tandoor to accompany rich house curries.
  • Chilled Seafood Bar: Mounds of chilled Tasmanian oysters, peeled prawns, crab, and sashimi anchor the cold counters.
  • Live Culinary Theatrics: Cooks prepare made-to-order dishes behind glass, including spicy wok-tossed Mee goreng and grilled steaks.
  • Yarra Riverfront Views: Floor-to-ceiling dining room views look directly across the Yarra River along the Southbank promenade.
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Why Dine at Melba Restaurant

Discover why diners choose Melba Restaurant for waterfront celebrations and bespoke dining

  • Fresh Naan and Roti Baked on Demand

    Station chefs prepare flatbreads to order right in front of diners, from classic garlic and cheese naan to freshly made roti.

    I really love the fresh roti bread that the chef makes on the spot here.

    Lisa Luong

  • Personalized Allergy and Dietary Walkthroughs

    Guests with specific dietary needs and allergies receive direct chef guidance and tailored off-buffet dishes prepared upon request.

    Much appreciate the chef taking as around the buffet to advise which food had ingredients we have allergies too.

    Georgina Kelaroudis

  • Scenic Riverside Dining Atmosphere

    Dining overlooking the Yarra River delivers a peaceful, spacious backdrop that elevates the buffet into an unhurried indulgence.

    the ambience with the view overlooking the Yarra is very restful

    Jane

  • Unlimited Waterfront Seafood Feasting

    The cold larder highlights bottomless premium chilled Tasmanian oysters, king prawns, sashimi, and crab for dedicated seafood dining.

    We are both seafood fans and this is seafood heaven. We gorged on prawns, crab and fish. I ate loads of oysters and sashimi.

    Charlee November

  • Effortless Milestone Celebrations for Large Groups

    With a wide multi-cuisine spread from Asian noodle bars to roasts and Indian curries, families can cater to every relative under one roof.

    We came back to Melba to celebrate my son's birthday. It is still as delightful as it ever has been.

    Sammi M

  • Thoughtful Hospitality for Personal Milestones

    Special occasions are marked by heartfelt extra touches, including complimentary cupcakes, custom creations, and attentive table service.

    Thank you for also preparing a cute cupcake to celebrate our anniversary really appreciate it. We did feel the love.

    Blessing Une Passi

Most celebrated savory specialties and live-station dishes

  • oysters

    The oysters were really fresh.

    Anson Wing

  • naan bread

    Chef Deo S Pal’s naan bread is truly one of the best I’ve ever tasted—perfectly fluffy and flavorful.

    Nathee Thava

  • Butter Chicken

    he truly outdid himself with the Butter Chicken and Cheese Naan, both of which were out of this world.

    Naresh Olladapu

  • scotch fillet

    We especially love the scotch fillet that was on the grill freshly made.

    Sammi M

Other favorites

Dessert centerpieces, sweets, and morning favorites

  • chocolate fountain

    The chocolate fountain is amazing!

    Mick Micksta

  • Rasmalai

    Special Shout out to Mr. Bhatt who was manning the Indian Food and the Naan Bread section, he was very generous and gave us a special Rasmalai as well!

    Rahul Vaid

  • crème brulee

    As for sweets, the crème brulee is sure to please.

    Malcolm Young

  • pancakes

    I enjoyed the eggs, pancakes, coffees, micro greens, juice bar, fresh fruits, steamed buns etc

    Sue Theron

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitality gestures, custom chef touches, and personalized care that elevate the buffet experience.

  • Bespoke M&M Naan and Roti

    Station chefs craft custom sweet flatbreads on the spot, delighting children and families during milestone celebrations.

  • Personal Dietary Line Tours

    Chefs personally guide diners around the buffet line to identify allergen-safe options and prepare off-menu gluten-free alternatives like pancakes to order.

  • Celebration Cupcakes

    Staff surprise guests marking birthdays and anniversaries with complimentary personalized celebration cupcakes during dessert service.

  • Chef-Delivered Specialty Rasmalai and Hot Naan

    Tandoor station chefs craft fresh rasmalai and custom-baked garlic and cheese flatbreads on request rather than serving standard buffet warmers.

Before you head over

Practical advice on booking, dietary accommodations, and navigating live chef stations at Melba Restaurant.

  • Request Personal Chef Dietary Assistance

    Ask station chefs for off-buffet accommodations; kitchen staff personally guide guests along the line and prepare custom dishes like gluten-free pancakes and hash browns to order.

  • Book Weekend Sittings in Advance

    Reserve table bookings online in advance—especially for weekend dinner and breakfast sittings, which fill quickly and carry strict weekend policies or guest access rules.

  • Order Hot Specialties Live from Station Chefs

    Head directly to the live counters to order custom-cooked scotch fillet, made-to-order pasta, and fresh naan or roti prepared on the spot rather than waiting only on chafing dishes.

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