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The Yankee's Restaurant & Bar - Melbourne CBD
187 King St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Find The Yankee's Restaurant & Bar - Melbourne CBD
187 King St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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King Street gets messy fast here—in the best way possible—serving American comfort food right in the heart of Melbourne. Night owls head in past 10pm for beef patties dripping down fingers, sticky ribs, and beer towers to split with mates over the footy. The kitchen caters to mixed crowds with dedicated halal chicken and beef alongside vegan choices. Groups share the loaded Miami platter, stacking fried chicken wings and calamari with blue cheese sauce before tackling a chilli dog.
- Late-Night Service Until 1am: Serving full-portion burgers, ribs, and drinks until 1am for after-hours CBD crowds.
- Group Platters & Shareable Towers: Loaded Miami platters paired with beer towers and cocktail jugs built for group catchups.
- Broad Halal & Dietary Options: Diner menu featuring dedicated halal beef and chicken alongside vegan and gluten-free choices.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose The Yankee's Restaurant & Bar
Discover why diners choose The Yankee's for late-night feeds, inclusive menus, and group catchups in Melbourne CBD.
Full Late-Night Dining in the CBD
The kitchen and bar stay lively and serve full meals and drinks until 1am, providing a reliable CBD dinner spot after standard evening hours.
We came after 8pm and only realised later they’re open until 1am, which makes it a great late-night spot.
Anastasiia Karavaeva Vibrant Late-Night Atmosphere
Lively diner atmosphere with generous comfort food portions and friendly service makes late evening catchups seamless and relaxed.
The place had such a fun and relaxed vibe even later at night, which made it perfect for catching up over food and drinks.
Yevheniia Pyrvu Inclusive Dietary Menu Choices
The menu provides substantial dietary options across vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free preferences alongside classic diner plates.
Whether you are vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, or have other dietary requirements, there are plenty of delicious options to choose from.
Ines Fernandes Dedicated Halal Meat Selections
Diners can order chicken and beef comfort food options made with halal meat, expanding dining possibilities for mixed groups.
The food was beyond expectations and it was nice to find a restaurant that has halal options.
shazmin shaib Generous Share-Style Platters
Multi-item sharing platters like the Miami platter give groups a variety of wings, sliders, ribs, and loaded sides to enjoy together.
The Miami platter was great for sharing and offered a variety of meats
Jessica B. G. Shareable Drink Towers and Jugs
Beer towers, cocktail jugs, and happy hour specials make group gatherings and social get-togethers easy to share.
They also have a great selection of drinks like beer towers, cocktail jugs, and ice-cold beers which are great for sharing
Phia Matsuo
Most popular items
Signature platters, burgers, and comfort mains favored by guests
Pork ribs
We also added the original pork ribs, which were smoky, sticky and tender
Kim Ong Miami Platter
The Miami platter was great for sharing and offered a variety of meats
Jessica B. G. Classic New Yorker Burger
Been coming here every week for a month and the highlights have definitely been the Classic New Yorker
Jason D'Souza Crispy skin salmon
We absolutely loved the crispy skin salmon — perfectly cooked with a delicious crispy texture, served with a fresh salad on the side which balanced the dish really well.
Nathanael Nunag
Other favorites
Sides, desserts, and signature drinks to complement your meal
Brownies & caramel sticky date with vanilla ice cream
Brownies & caramel sticky date with vanilla ice cream - the perfect sweet ending
Mai Hua Parmesan Truffle Fries
From indulgent truffle fries to smoky, spice-packed burgers and addictive wings, every bite was a winner.
Katie Goldberg Mozzarella sticks
We specifically came here for the mozzarella sticks and they did not disappoint!! They were delicious.
Amy Armstrong Powell Watermelon Punch
The pina colada and watermelon punch were both delicious.
Bianca Wacker
Beyond the menu
Distinctive hospitality touches and thoughtful accommodations that elevate the casual diner experience
Separate Halal Meat Preparations
While serving standard menu items, the kitchen accommodates Muslim diners with dedicated halal chicken and beef options prepared separately.
Group-Ready Drink Towers and Jugs
For sports fans and social gatherings, drinks can be ordered as large-format shared beer towers and cocktail jugs alongside sharing platters.
Event-Conscious Dining Accommodations
When unexpected kitchen delays threaten a group's timed show schedule, management proactively offers for patrons to return post-event so they don't miss their booking.
Photobooth Wall and Dedicated Mezzanine
The venue features an upper-level dining space and dedicated photobooth wall tailored for casual party photos and group celebrations.
Before you head over
Practical tips for timing your visit, ordering group platters, and navigating dietary options.
Plan for Late-Night Dining
If you are dining late in the CBD, the kitchen and bar run full service until 1:00 AM, making it an easy drop-in for casual meals or post-event drinks.
Order Platters and Drink Towers for Groups
For group get-togethers, ask for the Miami platter paired with shareable drink options like beer towers or cocktail jugs to feed multiple people easily.
Check Halal and Dietary Accommodations
The kitchen caters to mixed dietary preferences by using halal chicken and beef across dishes alongside designated vegan and gluten-free choices.
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