Restaurant
Ondo 온도
115 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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115 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Ondo swaps standard cafe eggs for restorative, tray-style Korean breakfasts and nourishing brunch sets on Little Lonsdale Street. Inside, the room stays minimal and calm—a quick escape from the morning city rush. Rather than fiery pub fare, the kitchen focuses on gentle, clean seasoning. Regulars build their orders around the signature yukhoe bibimbap, where seasoned raw beef meets garlic rice, crisp soybean sprouts, and cucumber under toasted seaweed. The grilled dwaeji galbi arrives with ssam greens and walnut ssamjang, while every set tray comes flanked by comforting broth, delicate steamed egg, and rotating banchan. Drinks run just as deliberate, led by earthy iced mugwort and rich black sesame lattes.
- Yukhoe Bibimbap Set: Raw beef tartare tossed with garlic rice, cucumber, crisp soybean sprouts, and seaweed.
- Nourishing Korean Sets: Complete morning trays paired with soothing broths, steamed egg, and rotating banchan.
- Distinctive Korean Lattes: House specialties featuring fragrant black sesame, grassy mugwort, and spiced sujeonggwa.
What's On at Ondo 온도
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Reasons to Visit Ondo
Why diners choose Ondo for balanced Korean set meals, specialty beverages, and calm hospitality
Refined Individual Korean Set Meals
Every set meal is thoughtfully arranged with seasoned mains, delicate soups, steamed egg, and meticulously prepared banchan.
A very refined steamed egg with chicken soup, pork and radish soup, and three banchan (side dishes).
IL Melbourne Foodies Balanced and Refreshing Morning Fare
Dishes offer a nourishing alternative to conventional breakfast staples, highlighting gentle seasoning and clear broths suitable for morning dining.
Food was light, clean-tasting, and refreshing. Perfect for brunch or a cold morning.
BirdiePutt M Signature Korean Specialty Beverages
Signature cafe concoctions like black sesame and mugwort lattes provide rich, unique flavors rarely found in standard brunch spots.
The drinks alone are worth a visit.
IL Melbourne Foodies Beloved House-Crafted Drinks
Velvety textures and aromatic roasted notes turn house specialty lattes into a memorable centerpiece of the visit.
Their black sesame latte is my favourite in the entirety of Melbourne.
Sarah Lee Attentive and Caring Hospitality
Attentive hospitality and considerate small gestures create a serene, caring haven away from city streets.
His considerate and well-thought out service is always so pleasant and makes you feel cared for.
Karam J Comfortable for Solo and Group Dining
A calming layout and welcoming atmosphere accommodate solo diners and visiting guests with equal comfort.
Very comfortable environment and suitable to visit alone or with friends.
Ariel Lin
Most popular items
Nourishing traditional Korean sets served with seasonal banchan and soup
Beef tartare bibimbap
Signature dish. Fresh beef paired with the texture of bean sprouts, cucumber, lettuce, and crispy seaweed. Rich garlic flavor brings out the umami — a truly memorable taste.
IL Melbourne Foodies Korean chicken porridge
More satisfying and filling than expected.
IL Melbourne Foodies Dwaeji galbi
Food was light, clean-tasting, and refreshing. Perfect for brunch or a cold morning. Presentation was done well and the food was priced right.
BirdiePutt M Grilled pork neck
Grilled perfectly. Delicious when wrapped in lettuce with ssamjang.
IL Melbourne Foodies
Other favorites
Distinctive Korean cafe drinks and traditional craft refreshments
Black sesame latte
Their black sesame latte is my favourite in the entirety of Melbourne.
Sarah Lee Mugwort latte
Unique, surprisingly delicious.
IL Melbourne Foodies Korean traditional ginger & cinnamon punch
Refreshing and light.
IL Melbourne Foodies Matcha latte
Very smooth, on the sweeter side.
IL Melbourne Foodies
Beyond the menu
Attentive, hospitality-driven gestures that elevate Korean brunch and dining
Accommodating Raw-to-Cooked Adjustments
When diners realized they do not eat raw beef after ordering the tartare rice bowl, staff promptly and accommodatingly offered to cook the meat properly.
Proactive Table Relocation for Comfort
Staff provide attentive physical hospitality, such as noticing inclement weather and proactively moving guests away from a rainy window to ensure warmth.
Refined Steamed Egg & Traditional Ware
Individual sets arrive with delicate traditional Korean tableware and an intricate, refined steamed egg infused with chicken soup.
Knowledgeable Menu & Beverage Guidance
Servers actively guide diners through balanced meal choices and explain house specialties like pairing traditional punches or mugwort lattes with savory sets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes with the Korean set meal, and is it worth ordering?
Choosing the set meal upgrades your main dish into a complete traditional spread with rice, steamed egg, soup, and rotating banchan such as pickled vegetables or marinated squid. Ordering the set is recommended over a standalone main for balanced acidity and variety.
Can the beef tartare bibimbap be cooked if you prefer not to eat raw meat?
Yes, Ondo offers the raw beef tartare bibimbap as a standout signature dish. If you do not eat raw meat, staff are accommodating and can cook the beef properly upon request.
What specialty drinks are recommended?
Beyond standard espresso coffee, the cafe is particularly popular for signature Korean specialty drinks, most notably the rich black sesame latte, grassy mugwort latte, and traditional sujeonggwa (ginger and cinnamon punch).
How busy does it get, and can you book ahead?
Peak breakfast and lunch rush hours can get very busy with occasional queues or wait times, so visiting earlier in the morning or near the tail end of the midday service makes it easier to secure a table promptly. Table reservations are also accepted.
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