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Ripponlea Food and Wine

15 Glen Eira Rd, Ripponlea VIC 3185, Australia

Recommended by 69 people

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15 Glen Eira Rd, Ripponlea VIC 3185, Australia

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+61 3 8804 1313
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ripponlea Food and Wine

Low lights, plush green velvet booths, and an easy European bistro hum make this neighborhood dining room an instant draw for dates and group catch-ups. Regulars drop in at the bar for late-night steak specials with a chilled red, or settle in over lobster spaghetti aglio e olio, honey-glazed brussels sprouts, and crisp eggplant chips. For private milestones, the team coordinates tailored celebrations with custom printed menus, while midday visitors can pair a seasonal two-course lunch with wine and general entry to the neighboring Rippon Lea Estate. Meals wrap up calmly over a cold martini and lemon meringue tart.

  • Private Celebrations: Enclosed spaces comfortably seat groups for multi-course dinners and private milestones, complete with dedicated hosting and tailored printed menus.
  • Rippon Lea Estate Package: Features a seasonal two-course lunch with wine paired with general entry tickets to tour the adjacent historic grounds.
  • Casual Bar Dining: The bar welcomes solo walk-ins for weekday steak dinners, flexible half-portion sides, and chilled reds.
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What's On at Ripponlea Food and Wine

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Why Diners Choose Ripponlea Food and Wine

Discover why diners choose Ripponlea Food and Wine for milestone dates, group occasions, and relaxed neighborhood dining.

  • Tailored Milestone Celebrations

    Special occasions receive personalized attention, bespoke touches, and deliberate celebratory flair that make key milestones truly unforgettable.

    For dessert we had the tiramisu cheesecake & lemon meringue eclair which Christo brought out with a sparkler to celebrate our anniversary - nice touch (it’s the little things)

    MazCal

  • Bespoke Private Event Staging

    Events feature personalized staging and dedicated orchestration, with hosts guiding the evening seamlessly from start to finish.

    He didn’t just serve, he orchestrated the evening. Acting almost as an MC, he guided us through the night seamlessly, explaining what to expect, accommodating every request, and creating such a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

    Kate Reid

  • Dedicated Group Dining Spaces

    Groups enjoy dedicated semi-private and private rooms that allow celebrations to unfold naturally while staying connected to the venue's vibrant energy.

    The private dining room was fantastic for our group of 9…a beautiful private space, yet still part of the vibrant energy of this neighbourhood gem.

    Georgie Bell

  • Flexible Multi-Course Hosting

    Group events are made effortless with set multi-course menus and flexible drinks billing tailored to every attendee's preferences.

    We all loved the $90 3 course meal and the lovely staff put us all on individual drinks tabs for those who were drinking and those who weren’t.

    Zoe B

  • Comfortable Bar Dining & Weeknight Specials

    Late walk-ins and solo dinners are accommodated comfortably at the bar with popular weekly steak specials and flexible half-serve sides.

    Solo dinner at 9pm and it was humming. I sat at the bar and enjoyed a glass of chilled red, steak (THOSE FRIES!) and a half serve of salad

    Cassie Lucas

  • Integrated Rippon Lea Estate Dining Package

    Guests can combine a relaxed seasonal two-course dining experience with general admission entry to the neighboring historic Rippon Lea Estate.

    I recommend the Rippon Lea Food & Wine Package, which includes both a beautiful lunch and general entry to the Rippon Lea Estate.

    Lua Astor

Signature culinary selections frequently celebrated by guests

  • Lobster Spaghetti

    For mains we had lobster spaghetti aglio e olio, chilli & garlic with crispy caper pangrattato (fabulous and generous portion)

    Nicki A

  • Porterhouse Steak

    the fat on my porterhouse expertly rendered.

    Alex Wil

  • Baby Barramundi

    The barramundi is the star of the meal. Perfectly cooked and light.

    Lua Astor

  • Beef Short Rib

    beef ribs which melted in my mouth (yum!)

    Samuel Wemyss-Smith

Other favorites

Starters, sides, and sweet finishes

  • Eggplant Chips

    these chips were amazingggggg 😋 the perfect amount of crunch to a soft creamy centre, served with a zesty flavoured sauce

    MazCal

  • Brussel Sprouts

    The biggest brussel sprouts I’ve ever seen were also cooked to perfection, coated with parmesan & honey

    MazCal

  • Potato Rosti

    I chose the potato rosti and the bruleed chicken as my entrée, followed by the barramundi.

    Lua Astor

  • Deconstructed Limoncello Meringue Tart

    As desserts we opted for the deconstructed limoncello meringue tart and the raspberry sorbet.

    Marco V

Beyond the menu

Personalized hospitality touches that elevate milestone dinners and group celebrations.

  • Anniversary Celebration with Sparkler Presentation

    For anniversary celebrations, desserts are presented with sparklers, delivering thoughtful recognition that elevates intimate milestone dates.

  • Bespoke Event Staging and Personalized Menus

    For surprise proposals and private celebrations, the venue coordinates fresh floral styling and custom-printed menus tailored specifically to the occasion.

  • Owner Check-In and Follow-Up

    The owner personally visits during private milestone events to offer congratulations, verify satisfaction, and check in post-celebration.

  • Individual Beverage Tabs for Group Events

    For small-group celebrations such as hen's parties, staff accommodate individual drinks tabs for drinking and non-drinking guests alongside multi-course dining.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, reservations, and dining formats to make the most of your visit

  • Arrive promptly for reserved seatings

    Tables operate on enforced seating windows to accommodate subsequent reservations; if you linger for coffee or dessert, staff can move your party to the bar stool area to keep your evening going.

  • Take advantage of easy local parking

    Look for complimentary street parking options in the immediate surrounding neighborhood when planning your arrival.

  • Target Thursday steak nights

    Visit on Thursday evenings to take advantage of the dedicated steak special alongside versatile vegetable sides and flexible half-serve portions at the bar.

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