The French Brasserie
2 Malthouse Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Restaurant
•The French Brasserie is a decidedly French-flavoured oasis in the - how appropriate! - “Paris End” of Melbourne. Set just off Flinders Lane, it’s an ever-popular mainstay of the area’s dining precinct. It’s a testament to the restaurant and its team that The French Brasserie has stuck around for as long as it has. The goings-on are, from all accounts, delicious, and steeped in old-school class. Old-school class is definitely the way one might describe the menu at The French Brasserie. It’s full of classic French cooking, done really, really well. High ceilings tower above diners, and the sumptuously designed restaurant. Service too is the attentive, old-world charm kind. Which is just fine with us. As a function venue, The French Brasserie is well versed in playing host to everything from weddings to corporate events, to important dinners. For those after a little bit of privacy without forgoing the warm and buzzing atmosphere, there’s a pleasing mezzanine level perched just above the restaurant. The French Brasserie is found tucked away on Malthouse Lane, just off Flinders Lane. Which in turn is just off Exhibition Street, and near the corner of Flinders Street. Parliament is the nearest train station, although Flinders Street station isn’t too far away.
The French Brasserie Function Rooms
Entire Venue
This space is with its towering high ceilings, striking design, and delicious smells and tastes are one of Melbourne's favourite city destinations for classic French cuisine. It also doesn't hurt that this venue is found in one of the city...
Mezzanine
The Mezzanine - makes you feel a little important, doesn't it? Makes you want to do a royal wave to those down below, doesn't it? Come on, it does a little. The mezzanine level looks down on the restaurant proper from its semi-private vant...
The Terrace
The Terrace tucked down a quiet lane-way away from the hustle of the Paris end of the CBD, this is a delightful spot for aperitifs, tea, or open-air dining. Sit on the Terrace, sip your champagne, and while away an afternoon feel chill all...
Reviews for The French Brasserie
William Young
Terrific evening with fantastic authentic French cuisine and memorably the atmosphere was amazing. With humour and a great atmosphere this was easily the best French dining experience in Australasia. The venue is great and there is several spaces. We had shared starters with the octopus a highlight, then confit duck for the main and chocolate fondant for pudding.
Leilana Stone
Went here tonight and Matilda’s service was some of the best I’ve ever received in my life. All the staff were incredible and so friendly, and the owner was so lovely. The attention we received tonight was amazing there was nothing to complain about it was an awesome experience. The food was just the best around. The duck and beef were so tender, and the steak was so flavourful. Entrees were mind blowing, and dessert was so good and the perfect end to the night. 15/10 will always recommend when I have a chance
Brenda Scopinho
We went to there to celebrate my boyfriend’s bday, we ordered escargot, octopus salad, beef bourguignon, crème brûlée, and chocolate cake. Everything was beautiful, the food, the environment, and mainly the service: the staff were amazing and they made our night great! We highly recommend the escargot, beef bourguignon, and crème brûlée. My boyfriend said his beef bourguignon in this restaurant was much better than the one he had in France! Thank you so much for this marvellous experience at your restaurant, French Brasserie! For sure we would get back there when we go to Melb again!
Konstantinos Sidiras
We went for dinner, the food was really good and the staff were really friendly.
Vassal
We were warmly greeted by who may possibly be the owner.... a friendly french gentleman & then we were looked after our beautiful french speaking waitress....Emma? The service was outstanding as were the flavours of all our dishes. Compliments to the chef for taking us back to France just for a moment. The little extra touches & warm hospitality has made our decision easy, we will definitely be back!!!
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