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Sam’s Bar & Grill

736 Burke Rd, Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

Recommended by 28 people

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736 Burke Rd, Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

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+61 3 9988 3499
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sam’s Bar & Grill

A neighborhood steakhouse on Burke Road where cuts arrive with serious char and genuine warmth. Patrons point to the O’Connor scotch fillet, served alongside potato pave, charred broccolini, and a rich red wine jus. Expect unhurried dining across well-spaced booths, where servers invite you to taste wines before pouring a glass. Milestone celebrations often wrap up with an unexpected complimentary sticky date pudding.

  • Pre-pour wine tastings: Diners are invited to sample prospective pours of wine before committing to a glass.
  • Charred cuts cooked to order: Steaks hit the table with a crisp sear cooked strictly to the requested doneness, paired with house jus or rich mushroom sauce.
  • Personal celebration touches: Birthdays and anniversaries are frequently met with unhurried hospitality and surprise dessert flourishes.
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Distinctive Advantages

Why diners choose Sam’s Bar & Grill for milestone occasions and standout steaks

  • Steaks Grilled to Your Requested Rareness

    Kitchen execution focuses on precise grilling temperatures, producing tender cuts with deep char and house sauces.

    Steak cooked to actual requested rareness, not one or two levels above what you asked for like most places.

    Andy Quah

  • Complimentary Wine Tasting Before Choosing

    Servers actively provide trial tastes of wines and sweet champagne prior to ordering so guests land on the ideal pairing.

    The waiters were lovely, attentive and encouraged us to try our wines before choosing, so we really liked the wines we chose.

    Jade Hutterer

  • Hospitality That Makes You Feel Like Family

    Personal hospitality from the owner and floor staff ensures guests feel embraced rather than rushed.

    The service is impeccable, with Sam and his team making every guest feel like family.

    Thuỳ Anh Nguyễn

  • Unrushed Dining Pacing

    Unrushed service pacing and generous booth seating allow parties to settle into relaxed dinners without pressure to turn the table.

    We also did not feel rushed to leave and as a result probably spent more.

    D Yas

  • Thoughtful Celebratory Milestone Touches

    Birthdays and anniversaries are met with unsolicited celebratory gestures such as candle-lit complimentary desserts.

    Which was an entirely unsolicited complimentary dessert to share with a small birthday candle alight.

    Ish Rashad

  • Inclusive Multi-Course Daytime Celebrations

    A set multi-course daytime menu inclusive of wine or soft drinks delivers an accessible, high-value celebration option.

    We had celebrated Valentine’s Day at Sam’s Bar & Grill and had their special 3 course lunch which includes a glass of house wine

    Eva Chen

Signature steaks and entrees favored by guests

  • Scotch fillet

    The premium Scotch fillet was cooked to perfection—juicy, flavorful, and tender.

    Thuỳ Anh Nguyễn

  • Beef ribs

    beef ribs which were quite meaty & delish

    GIULIA Austin

  • Eye fillet steak

    The eye fillet steak is unreal. Perfectly cooked, super tender, heaps of flavour

    LUKE HILLMAN

  • Scallops

    The scallops were spot‑on again too — fresh, sweet, and cooked perfectly.

    LUKE HILLMAN

Other favorites

Desserts, cocktails, and handcrafted sides to round out your meal

  • Sticky date pudding

    finished with sticky date pudding. The staff were very respectful and attentive, I met Sam personally, he’s a real gentleman and the food was top notch.

    billy zed

  • Old fashioned

    Last but not the least, the old fashioned was made masterfully and was one of the best I’ve had in a while.

    Anuj Luthra

  • Mushroom sauce

    mushroom sauce was thick and rich

    D Yas

  • Potato pave

    This came with broccolini and potato pave.

    Mimi Bernstein

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and dining details that elevate your experience

  • Surprise Milestone Desserts

    Diners celebrating birthdays or anniversaries are treated to unprompted complimentary desserts complete with a lighted celebration candle.

  • Pre-Selection Wine Tastings

    Staff encourage guests to sample wines and champagne before committing to a glass or bottle to guarantee a perfect pairing.

  • Personal Owner-Led Hospitality

    Owner Sam personally visits dining tables, greets guests, and proactively contacts diners directly to resolve concerns and take accountability.

  • Acoustically Mindful Dining Room

    The dining room incorporates intentional acoustic design and gentle lounge volume so conversations flow without harsh background echoes.

Before you head over

Practical advice on wine tastings, lunch offerings, and arrival details for a smooth visit

  • Sample Wines Before Ordering

    Waiters actively encourage guests to sample wines and champagne before committing to a glass or bottle, ensuring your pour matches your palate.

  • Target the Inclusive Daytime Set Menu

    Take advantage of the multi-course lunch menu offered from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM (Thursday to Sunday), which includes three courses and a glass of house wine or soft drink.

  • Reserve Ahead and Park Just Around the Corner

    Booking in advance secures street parking spots just around the corner and allows floor staff to coordinate relaxed, unhurried seating.

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