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Askal, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Askal

4.4 (151)
$41 to $100
Filipino
167 Exhibition St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Askal is Melbourne’s newest contemporary Filipino restaurant and bar located on 167 Exhibition Street. Comprised of a dynamic team of culinary experts, Askal is a three-storey establishment sits in a historical building from the 1800s. The menu is a celebration of traditional Filipino flavours and techniques, showcasing bold and vibrant dishes inspired by ancestral recipes passed down through generations.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Filipino, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9639 2795
  • Website
    https://www.askalmelbourne.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    John Rivera
  • Catering
    Currently not offering catering.
  • Private party facilities
    For event enquiries please email events@askalmelb.com. For tables over 12 people please call in and we can help you book a suitable table for the night.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Manager: (03) 9639 2795
  • Location
    167 Exhibition St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Cross street
    Exhibition Street & Bourke Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Tram 86 Stop.Close to Parliament Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • BAHALA KA NA - Chef Selection

    A$80.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience Askal's vibrant and sumptuous menu! Enjoy a sharing banquet menu for the entire table that will showcase the diverse flavours and techniques for Filipino cuisine $80pp Note: unfortunately, we are unable to cater for fructose, onion and garlic intolerances
    BAHALA KA NA - Chef Selection Photo

  • PIYESTA - All in

    A$115.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience Askal's indulgent all-in menu! Enjoy a sharing banquet menu for the entire table that will showcase the diverse flavours and techniques for Filipino cuisine $115pp Note: unfortunately, we are unable to cater for fructose, onion and garlic intolerances
    PIYESTA - All in Photo

  • Express Dinner

    A$39.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Quick Dinner perfect for a pre theatre meal or a quick catch up Pan de Melbourne with latik butter Choice of main with unlimited rice Sides available to order on the day
    Express Dinner Photo

Private dining

Menu

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What 151 people are saying

Askal reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Innovative

  • City Centre

    Innovative

  • City Centre

    Great for creative cocktails

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Askal offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food," "excellent service," and "unique cocktails." Guests rave about the modern twist on Filipino dishes, praising the ambience and attentive staff. The "piyesta" menu is a highlight, and the restaurant excels in creative, flavourful cuisine. Some found service timing and seating arrangements needing improvement.
151 Reviews

  1. Stuart VIP

    Victoria14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable experience Service and food where excellent

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  2. Cris

    Melbourne2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I really enjoyed the food and ambience of the restaurant. I'm keen to go back and try the rest of the menu. Service wise, I'm aware that we get only an allocation of 1.5hours, I just felt I was hurried to finish up because of the next booking. Considering we still have 30 mins to go. I don't think it will take them that long to prep the table for the next booking. I reckon that's the only part that needs to be improved based on our visit. But kudos to the team for the excellent food! Love, love it!

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  3. Cherry

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All courses were a hit. A fabulous place I’d go to again. Each dish was memorable, with my favourite being the entree. I look forward to exploring the menu further. Cocktails were the best Ive ever had. As someone who doesn’t like the taste of strong alcohol but loves the different flavours in a cocktail, I was bracing for the alcohol to hit. However, the buko pan-damn and 4 seasons paloma were perfect. The combination of flavours was harmonious and the drinks were light. I plan to recommend Askal and its beverage menu to all my friends. Service was also superb and decor was stunning. My Filipino family appreciated the chandeliers and the waiter for our table was friendly and receptive to our questions. 10/10.

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  4. Vladimir

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great, offering a modern twist on classic Filipino dishes. Service was excellent, with friendly and attentive staff. The location and ambience were also very good, making for an enjoyable dining experience.

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  5. Cheryl

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Feed Me option was the best introduction. We will definitely be coming back. The pancit and the flan were stand out dishes!

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  6. Ilyes

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A must if eating in melbourne. Incredible flavour and amazing service. Highly recommend

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  7. Sarah

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for Askal for the collab with Kariton for Melbourne Wine and Food and it was devine! Extremely clever pairing of food and cocktails. Everything was delicious, inventive and inspired. The favourite was a close tie between the brown butter congee and the bone marrow ice cream. Can’t wait to go back!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. Great service. Friendly staff. Would go there again

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  9. L

    New Zealand1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious!! Being a Pinoy myself, I loved the twists and elevation of our traditional fare back home. I'm glad we chose the Piyesta meal - it was yummmm 😋😋. Great ambience with the capiz chandeliers and brick walls too! And the crew were very kid friendly and accommodating!

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  10. Sitare

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and came out quickly. Staff were lovely and we were never left waiting or wanting for anything. Service was excellent.

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FAQs

Askal is rated 4.4 stars by 151 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. Australia
  3. Melbourne
  4. City Centre
  5. Melbourne CBD

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Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Askal

167 Exhibition St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Exhibition Street & Bourke Street
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Filipino, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Tram 86 Stop.Close to Parliament Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Rivera
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.askalmelbourne.com/
  • Phone number
    (03) 9639 2795
  • Catering
    Currently not offering catering.
  • Private party facilities
    For event enquiries please email events@askalmelb.com. For tables over 12 people please call in and we can help you book a suitable table for the night.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Manager: (03) 9639 2795
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