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Oh Loretta

324 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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324 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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+61 416 928 074
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 2:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Oh Loretta

High Street dining hits its stride at Oh Loretta, where generous hosts welcome you like an old friend into an intimate front room. Regulars count on Mario’s banter, mellow tunes at an easy conversational hum, and a tight kitchen menu that shifts daily. Plates turn out crisp corn ribs, tender scallops, beef rib pulled apart with a spoon, and warm sourdough with maple butter. The wine list keeps decisions effortless—every bottle and glass shares the same flat price, leaving you free to explore without checking the tally.

  • Old-School Hosting: Warm, personalized hospitality led by Mario makes tables feel invited straight into a close friend’s home.
  • Flat-Rate Wine List: Every pour on the wine list shares uniform flat pricing so you can explore unfamiliar bottles freely.
  • Small Rotating Plates: A compact, daily-changing kitchen rotation features plates like corn ribs, tender scallops, and beef rib.
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Why Choose Oh Loretta

Why locals and visitors choose Oh Loretta for intimate dining, easy wine discovery, and warm hospitality.

  • Equal Wine Pricing for Easy Exploration

    All bottles and glasses on the wine list are offered at the same flat rate, allowing guests to explore unfamiliar varieties freely without worrying about price tiers.

    Wine list all the same price which was great, meant we focused on exploring something new instead of focusing on cost factor.

    Nick Cartwright

  • A Focused, Daily-Rotating Menu

    The kitchen focuses on an intentionally compact, daily-changing roster of market-driven plates rather than an expansive fixed menu.

    With a menu that changes daily we are really looking forward to our next dining experience in the ‘hood!

    Sharyn

  • Intimate, Host-Driven Date Nights

    Couples and diners celebrating occasions experience attentive, playful care from the operating duo in an intimate, cozy atmosphere.

    Had a wonderful date night tonight at Oh Loretta, a tiny wine bar serviced by just the two operators.

    Nick Davies

  • Effortless Conversation Over Dinner

    Background music is curated at a comfortable volume so guests can catch up and enjoy dinner without shouting across the table.

    If you're looking for somewhere to eat great food, around good music that doesn't require you to yell across the table, then stop scrolling and book your spot.

    Tiara Wilson

  • A Welcoming Haven for Solo Evenings

    Solo guests and spontaneous late-night visitors are warmly welcomed to unwind with books, drinks, and snacks while feeling looked after.

    I sat, read my book and was absolutely doted on- I can’t think of a better way to spend a Friday night.

    J Fraser

  • Late-Night Cocktails and Bites

    Night owls and post-dinner drinkers can stop by late in the evening for special cocktail pricing after 9:00 PM alongside late-night bites.

    ALSO after 9pm they have special pricing on their cocktails (which were also delicious) !!

    Kelsey Hancock

Guest-favourite signature dishes from the kitchen

  • Croquette

    The croquette was one of the best I’ve had, big call if you know how many croq’s I’ve eaten.

    J Fraser

  • Oysters

    the ones we had there were the best I’ve ever had, so nice

    Andy Evans

  • Scallops

    the tofu and scallops are also fantastic

    Georgia Budden

  • Beef rib

    The beef rib was so tender you pull it apart with the back of a spoon.

    Kelsey Hancock

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and distinctive dining perks at Oh Loretta

  • Flat-Rate Wine Exploration

    The wine list offers every selection at the exact same uniform price, allowing guests to explore unfamiliar varieties freely without pricing hesitation.

  • Direct Tableside Chef Service

    Chef Shuva personally delivers dishes directly from the tasting menu to tables, presenting each plate firsthand to guests.

  • Late-Night Cocktail Pricing

    Cocktails transition to special late-night pricing after 9:00 PM, encouraging guests to linger after dinner.

  • Romantic Outdoor Garden

    A cozy outdoor garden space provides a romantic, intimate setting tailored for dates and shared plates.

Before you head over

Practical guidance to help you plan your visit, order smoothly, and make the most of your evening.

  • Book in advance for peak times

    Because seating in the intimate dining room and outdoor garden fills quickly, reserving a table ahead is strongly advised to guarantee a spot.

  • Sample unfamiliar wines freely

    With the entire wine list priced identically, you can explore new or unfamiliar varietals without worrying about tiered bottle prices.

  • Visit after 9 PM for cocktail specials

    Drop in past 9:00 PM to take advantage of late-night promotional pricing on cocktails alongside evening snacks.

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