Donovans

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

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   Helen

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I had an incredible experience at Donovan’s the food was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The service was top-notch, with friendly, attentive staff who made us feel genuinely welcomed. The ambiance was equally impressive: elegant, cozy, and perfect for a relaxing meal. Everything from start to finish exceeded expectations, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience.
   

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   Rob

   Melbourne1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Donovan's is an institution that continues to impress.
   

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   Sue

   Sunshine Coast5 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   I was disappointed in my meal for the first one ever. I had the seafood ravioli and it was quite bland and a bit watery. My daughter had the seafood linguini and once again it was a bit bland. When you are paying $900 for a meal and drinks for 4 people you expect it to be top notch.
   

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   Tamara

   Victoria1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great staff, very welcoming, comfortable ambiance, a fabulous experience all round
   

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   Andrea

   Melbourne1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Amazing, amazing service!!! The food was classic, and had incredible flavours. It’s the first time we had been here but understand why Donovan’s is an institution of Melbourne. We have already made another booking to come back.
   

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   Celia

   Sydney1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything is perfect and all workers are very nice and friendly
   

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   Jill

   Melbourne5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A wonderful way to spend the evening. Beautiful outlook, expansive wine menu, exquisite food and extraordinary service team.
   

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   Heath

   Melbourne1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   An exceptional venue that has stood the test of time and vastly overshadows it's monolithic sterile competitor down the track. This is an ambient beautiful restaurant, with a rich history; the dining and wine selections are first class. Highly recommended for a special occasion, this is fine dining at its best.
   

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   JOEL

   Melbourne1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing Dining experience. Staff were friendly and always on hand. Food was sensational. The chicken pie 👌
   

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    Maureen

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Always a pleasure visiting Donovans, warm and friendly service without being intrusive, fantastic, uncomplicated yet refined menu with a relaxed and welcoming ambience will bring us back time and time again.......thanks for another memorable lunch
    

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