French Restaurants

Utilising the best in local and seasonal produce to bring you an accessible dining experience where technique and quality of ingredients is uncompromised.

"The people of Lyon are on to a good thing. They invented the Bouchon, an eatery built on warm service and well-cooked produce. Chef Travis Rodwell has brought this concept to Bendigo, where he has earned an excellent reputation for French classics, such as snails with garlic butter and chargrilled quail with punchy bois boudran sauce. Mains such as 'Everything Wagyu' porterhouse are a worthy match for Heathcote Shiraz."

The Age Good Food Guide 2014

Mr Beebe’s eating house and bar is all about sharing: with friends, family or even Mr Beebe. While our food is fresh, local Victorian, and organic.

Our menu is designed to be flexible and we encourage you to eat as much or as little as you like while sharing the experience with the people you came with (or maybe just the stranger sitting next to you – as among other things the infamous Mr Beebe’s is known as an astute match maker).

The food itself is created in a modern European style and we utilise only the very best local and organic produce… Mr Beebe’s wouldn’t have it any other way!

Frenchy's has been at its current Location for over ten years now. Owned and operated by Chef Klaus Lemm.

French Cuisine has always been Klaus forte and with over twenty years of experience in Europe and Australia his love for cooking shows in the meticulously authentic execution of his food.

Frenchy's eclectic collection of bronze statues, wooden ducks and wine bottles (reminiscing of past diners) gives it his charming ambience.

To quote one of our bloggers HenryNSW “Wonder where the local French go for a taste of home? Wonder no more”. A La Bouffe is where you will experience true French hospitality. When the French back home get together with friends and family to prepare a meal, when all the chopping, mixing and baking is done, the cook calls out “a la bouffe” let’s eat, and everyone sits down to enjoy their home cooked meal. That is what you will experience at A La Bouffe – an informal, friendly and delicious experience. No pretensions, just good friendly service and delicious food. When French visitors are feeling home sick for some Cream Brulée or Clafoutis (traditional sour cherry pudding) this is where they visit.

Jacky Frenot and Gabrielle Dewan, owners of A La Bouffe Bar & Bistro invite you to come to our little corner of France in the middle of Prahran and South Yarra shopping precinct and indulge your senses with our extensive range of popular traditional French dishes and contemporary style dishes as specials. Try our Seafood Millefeuille, puff pastry with mussels, scallops and prawns in seafood bisque. Or our Pavé a La Bearnaise, grass fed Goulburn Valley beef thick eye fillet, Pommes Sarladaises, green salad and Béarnaise sauce . Just two samples from our menu. There is an extensive wine list featuring French and Australian wines, aperitifs and beers.

We are across the road from the Como Palace Cinema and we are open to late. So after the film, finish off a perfect evening with a glass of wine or champagne, or a coffee and one of A La Bouffe’s signature desserts.

As MoMo & Coco describe A La Bouffe: “beautiful heartfelt food delivered by unpretentious staff in an utterly elegant setting….Overall, A La Bouffe is a fine showcase of rather authentic, accessible French luxury….”

Bistro Guillaume has been inspired by France’s most popular neighbourhood bistros.

The natural light-filled bistro’s design pays homage to the traditional bistros of France by featuring timber panelling and mouldings with the richness and warmth of French oak timber, and incorporates Bistro Guillaume’s whimsical grass green colour in both the bar area and entrance. Featuring an extensive outdoor terrace (a hallmark of the world’s best bistros), a zinc-topped bar, and a dramatic private room, the spacious, welcoming dining area is complete with Bistro Guillaume’s signature chefs’ hats pendant lights – its ‘French petticoats’. As well as the terrace, indoor dining and private room, guests may also meet at the zinc-topped bar and enjoy a glass of Champagne, a classic cocktail or try one of the bistro’s specially created cocktails.

Not only can guests select from a daily ‘plat du jour’, the menu also features French bistro classics such as duck confit, expertly prepared simple steak dishes, and a range of main course size salads, making Bistro Guillaume a must-try venue for any health conscious diner. With its relaxed service style, guests are encouraged to pour their own wine from the unadorned tables. The bistro’s wine list is a tightly edited selection, with half of the selection sourced from France; the other half is sourced locally from boutique Victorian wineries, with all wines available by the glass or bottle.

Located in the heart of the CBD within the 530 Collins Street Building is Mr Mason, a French inspired bistro and bar featuring a lounge outdoor terrace and dining area.

Mr Mason’s menu is produce driven cuisine at its best. The menu changes regulalry with the seasons and reflects a casual, rustic sensibility.

Mr Mason boasts a boutique wine list made up of a selection of drops from Australia and aboard; most by the glass, because we want you to try them all!

Open for lunch and dinner Monday to Friday and dinner on Saturdays.

Mr Mason is also available for hire for private events 7 days a week.

Functions & Events:

With cosy, rustic surrounds, Mr Mason can accommodate for a variety of events, from team building to business lunches, client cocktail parties to celebratory dinners.

The spaces at Mr Mason can accommodate for groups as small as 10 and as large as 100. Packages can be tailored to suit your requirements.

Jean Paul Tranquille took over the ownership of Chez Bob in November 2007 and, in a short space of time, has stamped his strong French personality on an iconic Armadale restaurant.

J-P's signature French restaurant with a twist is a reflection of his experience, his culture and Gallic style.

"Our team works hard to deliver an enjoyable dining experience for our guests," he says. "We want our diners to leave happy. It's a blend of beautiful French food, quality wines and an inviting village atmosphere."

The whole Entrecôte concept has come from two good mates who both just happened to be in Paris late 2014 and caught up for dinner.....

Entrecôte takes a nod from the very original Le Relais De L'Entrecôte - the famous one-dish Steakhouse that opened in 1959 in Port-Maillot, Paris.

Across from the beautiful Botanic Gardens in the Grand Old Dame that housed the institutional Lynch's Restaurant for over 30 years, Entrecôte seems as home in Melbourne as it does Paris.

Entrecôte exclusively serves beautiful Pasture fed beef from Hopkins River, from the foothills of the Grampians in Victoria

Entrecôte - we want her to be loud, ridiculous, tongue in cheek, delicious, fun, local, raucous,
approachable, lovable, drunk, open all hours.. but above all - full of laughter and friends sharing a
meal over many (several) glasses of wine....

Welcome to Fitzroy Town Hall Hotel! Fresh new life has been pumped into this classic public house by chef Sean Donovan and his team. A series of cosy and intimate beautifully curated spaces offering a wide range of drinking and dining experiences have been created. The venue offers four distinct areas, a traditional yet stylish public bar complete with vintage tiling, wood panelling and a snug offering premium craft beverages and casual dining spaces. The bistro dining room has a hunting lodge feel with rich tartans, textured wallpaper and ambient lighting alongside a juxtaposing light, green and lush conservatory feel dining area.

Exclusive private dining is offered in the old wine cellar and is perfect for a range of special occasions from intimate wedding parties to corporate events. The upstairs level has been restored to its former glory to offer a flexible and accommodating space. This gorgeous area will cater to dining, functions, bar and lounge areas and access to the balcony which overlooks Johnson Street.

Fitzroy Town Hall Hotel offers a variety of generous, quality driven, unpretentious dining experiences as well as accommodating those who simply wish to come in, pull up a bar stool and enjoy a nice cold beer!

Our menu focuses on seasonal, fresh, artisan ingredients with a European flavour. Premium beef and seafood, smokey wood bbq and rotisserie echo Donovan’s rustic and generous yet finessed style of cooking. Ultimately our goal is to recreate the ambiance of the quintessential corner pub that offers excellent food with Donovan’s well-known generosity in portions and flavour.

Anyone craving a taste of Paris in Melbourne look no further than Bistro Vue. Taking in a Modern European bistro feel, the chefs here incorporate classic French techniques into their wholesome cooking. With the venue being housed in a visually rich environment that resets the pendulum on Parisian styling and French cuisine in Melbourne, Bistro Vue is a sophisticated gem. At Bistro Vue's heart, Bar Vue is Melbourne most charming, French-inspired bar. With a striking zinc/oyster bar and delightful courtyard, classic French treats pair delightfully with icy cold craft beer, smart Parisian-edged cocktails and curated wine list.

Located within Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, No35 is an elegant dining destination designed with rich timbers, vibrant tones, contemporary artworks and breathtaking views of Melbourne. The restaurant serves modern cuisine using fresh local ingredients matched with attentive service and an outstanding wine selection.

Dion Li Rosi started his apprenticeship at Va Tutto Restaurant in Ivanhoe at the tender age of 16ish, after growing up in an environment where food, friends and family were paramount, it seemed natural to take a position in cookery. His love of food and tradition provided the passion needed to work up the ranks in the kitchen and improve his technique and knowledge. With itchy feet, he parted ways with Va Tutto and accepted a role at De Bortoli Wineries to complete his apprenticeship and increase his product knowledge.

The completion of his apprenticeship saw him once again climb the ladder of hierarchy for a further 3 years until the thirst for knowledge had him take a break from cooking to up skill with a nutrition course at ACNT, which provided some of the most sensitive dietary information that is integral within the industry. Being away from the pans was harder than expected, so the next step was to re-enter the industry, but concentrate on different cuisine. Classically Italian trained, Dion took a job at Two Beans and a Farm, where the menu was heavily Spanish/French. Within the walls of this 150 Year old Homestead, a bond was concreted with the manager, Tro Jerijian, who he brought with him to DiCasa Restaurant.

At DiCasa, we are heavily produce and service driven, sourcing the best products from local businesses and processing from scratch to create the best possible European cuisine. Using old school family recipes from the old country while incorporating the world’s best produce, Dion is able to represent his cultural background. We go to great lengths chasing producers and cutting out the middlemen, to reduce food miles as we often buy straight from the source. Whether you are a romantic table of 2 or a group booking of 60, the emphasis is to cater each situation to the needs of your guests. This incorporates all dietary requirements, children meals, disabled access, music, lighting and décor.