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SALONA | 260A SWAN ST RICHMOND | Est. 1969
260A Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Find SALONA | 260A SWAN ST RICHMOND | Est. 1969
260A Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
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Richmond diners slip into this Swan Street stalwart for generous Greek banquets, sharp cocktails, and cellar bottles you rarely spot elsewhere. Split across two levels with sheltered street tables outside, the dining room balances white tablecloth polish with an unhurried, neighborhood pulse. The kitchen turns out house-cured taramasalata, braised spiced sausages, and fried squid before moving on to charcoal chicken skewers and slow-braised beef alongside lemon-charred sides. Sizzling saganaki arrives sweet and salty with apricot marmalade, while the floor team steers glasses toward Greek varietals poured to match each course.
- Curated banquets & wine pairings: Multi-course sharing menus feature braised meats, house dips, and charcoal skewers paired with regional Greek varietals.
- Split-level & outdoor seating: Upstairs and downstairs rooms offer split-level seating alongside shaded street tables along Swan Street.
- Interactive cocktail masterclasses: Two-hour interactive sessions guide guests through craft drinks paired with warm pita and house meze boards.
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Why Dine at Salona
Experience authentic regional Greek fare, guided masterclasses, and heartfelt hospitality on Swan Street.
Effortless Group and Milestone Celebrations
Whether gathering 22 guests for a milestone birthday or celebrating an intimate anniversary, Salona accommodates large groups seamlessly with multi-course feasts and attentive event touches like cake cutting.
The food was abundant, flavoursome and the service timing was perfect to enjoy your night 10/10. We didn’t feel rushed to leave and the team was kind enough to refrigerate our birthday cake AND cut and serve it to our guests.
Tsambika George Thoughtful Touches for Significant Occasions
Salona adds thoughtful personal gestures to milestone visits, seating guests promptly and welcoming them with handwritten cards that elevate date nights into lasting memories.
We were seated promptly and welcomed with a beautiful handwritten card from the Salona team wishing us a happy anniversary — such a thoughtful touch that immediately set the tone for the evening.
NINA SPROULE Authentic Greek Dishes Honoring Tradition
Salona delivers authentic regional Greek dishes, from crisp house pickled vegetables and fried squid to tender octopus and melt-in-your-mouth slow-braised meats that win over discerning traditionalists.
The food was authentic, the service was attentive, and the atmosphere was inviting.
PokeWog TCG Interactive Masterclasses with Meze Pairings
Guests can experience hands-on mixology classes crafting signature drinks alongside meze boards, led by warm instructors who share deep cocktail technique and provide takeaway drinks.
The session offered us the opportunity to craft three delicious cocktails, which we thoroughly enjoyed both during the class and later at home, thanks to the thoughtful provision of takeaway cups.
Jasmina K Attentive Kitchen Adaptability for Custom Needs
Staff take the time to listen and proactively work with the kitchen to accommodate specific portion and dining needs, ensuring guests feel cared for before upcoming activities.
She recommended the chicken skewers, which normally come as two, but went out of her way to speak with the kitchen and arrange just half a portion for me.
Abby Curated Degustations with Greek Wine Pairings
Multi-course degustation banquets come paired with curated Greek varietal wine flights guided by knowledgeable floor staff.
The waiter who served us had a great knowledge of the food and ran us through the matched wines option that we chose. The food and wine worked really well together.
Mitch Rutherford
Most popular items
Signature Greek savory classics celebrated for authentic flavors and execution
Saganaki
The pinnacle of the night was their Saganaki for me.
PokeWog TCG Octopus
Highlights of the dinner were the octopus which was super tender and perfectly accompanied by the fava
Thomas Papavasileiou Calamari
The calamari was delicious ~ fresh, tender, and full of flavour
MazCal Papoutsaki
The papoutsaki was delicious – light and full of flavour
André Lapa
Other favorites
Interactive workshops, authentic meze dips, and traditional Greek desserts
Cocktail making class
We had the pleasure of attending the cocktail-making class at Salona, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience.
Jasmina K Original Taramasalata
the most divine Original Taramasalata (honestly, I could have eaten an entire bowl of it on its own)
NINA SPROULE Baklava
The baklava was crunchy, nutty, and at the same time moist with that lovely hint of cinnamon.
André Lapa Portokalopita
portokalopita was incredibly moist and delicious.
Justas Pipinis
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality touches and bespoke gestures that elevate gatherings at Salona
Handwritten Anniversary Welcome Cards
Couples celebrating milestone anniversaries are welcomed at their table with a personalized handwritten card wishing them a happy celebration from the team.
Birthday Cake Care & Table Service
Event groups bringing their own birthday cakes have them safely stored in refrigeration, then sliced and presented to guests by staff without feeling rushed.
Takeaway Cocktail Servings from Classes
Guests in cocktail-making masterclasses craft three drinks at an unhurried pace and receive takeaway cups so they can enjoy their creations at home alongside a meze board.
Kitchen-Tailored Portion Adjustments
When diners have light appetites or upcoming commitments, staff actively coordinate with the kitchen to prepare custom half-portions and tailor course suggestions.
Before you head over
Helpful advice for planning table space, tailored portions, and wine selections
Request a Larger Table for Shared Feasts
The kitchen serves generous portions and multi-dish sharing feasts, so request a larger table if ordering multiple shared plates to prevent a cramped dining setting.
Speak with Staff for Tailored Portions
Staff are happy to liaise directly with the kitchen to modify standard menu servings into smaller or custom portions for lighter dining needs.
Ask Staff to Guide Greek Wine Pairings
If you are unfamiliar with native Greek wine varieties, ask your server to guide you through suitable pairings for banquet courses and seafood dishes.
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