Askal

4.3

122 Reviews

$41 to $100

Filipino

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

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.

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

DESSERT/BAR
A$100.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 24, 2025 only
MFWF Askal/Kariton
BAHALA KA NA - Chef Selection
A$79.00 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 $79pp Note: unfortunately, we are unable to cater for fructose, onion and garlic intolerances
BBQ Block Party
A$1.00 per person
Prepaid
Jan 26, 2025 only
1:30 PM
Join us on January 26 for an epic day of BBQ and good vibes at Inuman’s courtyard as we fire up the grill for a live charcoal barbecue experience that takes you straight to the streets of the Philippines. Feast on a selection of freshly grilled skewers, made to order and packed with bold Filipino flavours: Gather your friends, enjoy the smoky aroma of skewers sizzling on the flames, and raise a glass to community, culture, and shared meals. * Food will be served from 2pm to 7pm or until sold out

What 122 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

City Centre
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Askal offers an elevated Filipino dining experience with creative dishes and a warm atmosphere. Many diners highlight the "amazing food" and "superb service." The restaurant blends tradition with innovation, making it "not your typical Filipino restaurant." While some found it pricey, the "ambiance" and "friendly staff" are consistently praised.

122 Reviews

D
Diane
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the banquet menu and absolutely loved it. A great way to taste a few different menu items. What a flavourful experience. Great option to be able to select a kids meal for little tummies. Thank you
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Belinda
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Liked this place, service and food was excellent, restaurant is lovely. Great wine list by the glass. Will go back again.
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Thad
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dining experience, the Filipino food was delicious. I am glad I took my family to dine at Askal. We will be back again.
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jackie
Sydney
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sensational! So deserving of a hat, should be more than 1!
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Colin
Melbourne
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and ambience. Interesting and new tastes from the Philippines. Will come back again. Only drama there is we paid the wrong bill - had to wait for them to sort it out. No service recovery.
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Bronwyn
Victoria
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you have wanted to try Philippino food this is a must try. We enjoyed every dish we tried and the service was excellent. Highly recommend.
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Sonia
VIP
Melbourne
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The most delicious meal I've had. 100% recommend this restaurant.
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Lyn
Melbourne
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Disappointing meal. The portion to what you pay is not worth it. Sad to say will not comeback nor recommend. Salad was good and red wine but the rest aren’t there.
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Shanali
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really enjoyed my experience at Askal as I felt it hit the right balance between fine dining and home- style food. We had the feed me menu and it was very generous!
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Bryan
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pleasure as always dining at askal. Food and service was excellent.
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FAQs

Askal is rated 4.3 stars by 122 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

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.

Askal

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

DESSERT/BAR

BAHALA KA NA - Chef Selection

BBQ Block Party

Menu

What 122 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Askal restaurant rated?

Is Askal currently accepting reservations?

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