Restaurant
The Meat & Wine Co Southbank
Freshwater Place, 3 Queens Bridge St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
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Freshwater Place, 3 Queens Bridge St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
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Book NowAbout The Meat & Wine Co Southbank
This Southbank steakhouse pairs prime dry-aged cuts and Afro-centric grill traditions with sweeping Yarra River views. Diners head here for milestone celebrations in a dark, moody room where tables leave plenty of elbow room—anchored by floor-to-ceiling glass looking out across the water. The kitchen cuts its own path with vertical metal skewers, from spiced Portuguese chicken to blueberry-glazed kangaroo carved like room-temperature butter. Lunch runs to multi-course express sets with wine, while evening tables often wrap with house crème brûlée.
- Hanging Skewers: Blueberry-glazed kangaroo and Portuguese chicken arrived hung vertically on custom metal skewers.
- Riverfront Outlook: A dark, moody dining room facing the Yarra River delivers skyline views without cramped seating.
- Express Lunch: Multi-course midday sets pair cuts like rump steak with beer or house wine.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose The Meat & Wine Co Southbank
Discover why diners choose Southbank for landmark celebrations, premium steaks, and riverfront dining.
Expertly Prepared Premium Steaks
Steaks and signature cuts are prepared with meticulous technique, cooked to exact requested temperatures from dry-aged cuts to tender specialties.
the star of the day the steak absolutely blowing my mind
Darren Langman Signature Vertical Skewered Meats
Specialty game and poultry, such as kangaroo and chicken, are skewered and presented vertically for tender, flavorful dining.
The hanging skewer was super tender and full of flavor
stella zhang Thoughtful Milestone Celebrations
Milestone celebrations and anniversaries are elevated by attentive staff providing personalized surprises and commemorative dessert touches.
presented with a complimentary crème brûlée dessert with a personal touch, which made the occasion even more special
Adrian & Jennifer Lieschke Attentive Fine Dining Hospitality
Staff provide dedicated hospitality with deep menu and wine knowledge, ensuring guests feel valued and expertly guided throughout dinner.
His professionalism, attention to detail, and warm, friendly service made us feel so welcome throughout the evening.
Cassandra He Yarra Riverfront City Views
Situated right along Southbank, dining spaces and glass frontage offer panoramic views of the Yarra River and illuminated city lights.
We started off with delectable cocktails overlooking a river view
Abbey Value-Driven Multi-Course Express Lunch
Midday diners can enjoy multi-course fixed-price lunch menus featuring high-quality steaks, entrees, and desserts with wine or beer.
3 delicious courses for $55 including a house wine or beer.
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Most popular items
Signature steaks and specialty cuts
Kangaroo Skewers
The Blueberry Kangaroo skewers was definitely the highlight of the dish, as not only it was our first attempt trying the kangaroo meat but the way it was prepared had the meat cut like room temperature butter.
TestAcc Solutions New Yorker Steak
New Yorker 400g steak on the bone so tender and packed full of flavour!
Gewber Eats Express Lunch
We thoroughly enjoyed our Express Lunch. 3 delicious courses for $55 including a house wine or beer.
Caro R Ribeye
The ribeye was juicy and cooked exactly how we asked
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Other favorites
Starters and desserts to complement your meal
Crème Brûlée
to our surprise we were presented with a complimentary crème brûlée dessert with a personal touch, which made the occasion even more special.
Adrian & Jennifer Lieschke Scallops
Scallops were to die for.
Sam Todorovic Pork Ribs
Glazed in sweet-sour BBQ sauce, meat falls off bone, crispy charred edges
Margot Girard Sticky Date Pudding
the sticky date was to die for!
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Beyond the menu
Attentive hospitality, custom milestone surprises, and distinctive table presentations along Southbank.
Complimentary Milestone Surprises
When guests celebrate anniversaries or birthdays, the team provides unexpected milestone desserts, such as chocolate mousse with 'Happy Anniversary' written on it alongside crème brûlée and macarons.
Hanging Skewer Presentation
Skewered meats like kangaroo and Portuguese chicken are served vertically on long hanging metal fixtures directly at the table rather than plated flat.
Riverfront Window Views
Diners reserving window tables take in illuminated views of the Yarra River directly through expansive glass frontage during dinner service.
Attentive Dietary & Allergy Care
Staff and management actively accommodate guest dietary requirements and allergies to ensure safe, tailored multi-course dining.
Before you head over
Practical tips for planning your visit, securing prime seating, and ordering
Reserve Riverfront Tables Ahead
If dining around sunset or in the evening, book at least a couple days in advance and request a river-facing table to take advantage of the views along the Yarra River and city lights.
Opt for the Express Lunch Set
Take advantage of the multi-course express lunch set menu, which pairs quality steaks or skewered mains with house wine or beer for streamlined midday dining.
Pre-Book Riverside Quay Parking
When driving to the Southbank location, pre-book parking nearby at Wilson Parking Riverside Quay to save on parking rates and secure a spot close to the venue.
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