Omnia Bistro & Bar

4.8 (583)

$41 to $100

European

617 Chapel Street, South Yarra, AU-VIC 3141

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2 people

Jun 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Fancy

Located on the corner of Chapel St and Toorak Rd in South Yarra, Omnia blends the energy of a European Bistro with Australia’s best produce, bringing fine-dining craftsmanship to culinary classics in the heart of South Yarra.

Awarded 2 hats in 2023 and 2024, Omnia is steeped in genuine old-world hospitality with an acute eye on quality and seasonality. Take a seat in our light-filled Conservatory, cosy Barrel Room or lean into the vibrant ambience of the Main bar. Come alone, meet with friends, and toast with us.

Groups of 7 or more are invited to enjoy our curated group menu featuring our seasonally sourced dishes, and timeless classics. Email us on info@omniabistro.com.au for any group reservations enquires.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
European
Hours of operation
Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 8080 8080
Website
http://www.omniabistro.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Stephen Nairn

Location
617 Chapel Street, South Yarra, AU-VIC 3141
Neighborhood
South Yarra
Cross street
Cnr Chapel Street and Toorak Road
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Omnia x Clos Cachet: Burgundy Wine Dinner
A$350.00 per person
Prepaid
Jul 10, 2025 only
Dive into the terroirs of Burgundy on Thursday 10 July as Omnia teams up with Clos Cachet Fine Wines to present 7 impressive Burgundy wines paired with a carefully curated four-course menu, concluding with a curated cheese course. The dinner will begin with a glass of Champagne Pierre Paillard, a Grand Cru straight from the heart of the village of Bouzy expressing lovely saltiness and freshness with a gentle and frothy mousse. As this settles the palate for an evening of indulgence you will be served your first course alongside the Domaine 47N3E Chablis 'Cairn', your first introduction to the Burgundy region with this mineral and structured Chardonnay full of engaging floral notes. With another flight of Chardonnay to follow, it is the Pierre-Henri Rougeot range that is poured for you next allowing for a delightful comparison between a Saint Romain and a Meursault. You will be able to find fine clean acidity in one and an attractively long finish on the other. As the Omnia chefs continue to serve culinary classics with a fine-dining twist, you will dive into the evening's Pinot Noirs. Two Pierre Girardin cuvees will be poured next, with a Premier Cru from Pommard offering a full and velvety mouth and a Premier Cru Nuits-Saint-Georges with a gorgeous nose of blueberry and violet. Then as the palate expands across the Cote d'Or, we venture to Mercurey and Volnay to complete the evening. Domaine Corcia's Mercurey delivers aromas of cherries and spices feeding into a giving and enveloping palate, feeding into the Premier Cru Volnay by Domaine Rougeot with its direct and impressive representation of Pinot Noir. A truly decadent evening for those that enjoy a glass or two of Burgundy alongside a fine meal. About Clos Cachet Clos Cachet is dedicated to curating and sharing the finest expressions of French wine. With a focus on quality, authenticity, and provenance, the company offers rare and exclusive selections from some of France’s most esteemed vineyards. Clos Cachet’s deep relationships with artisanal producers—particularly in Burgundy’s Côte d’Or—ensure every bottle tells a story of heritage, terroir, and craftsmanship. Each pour represents a direct connection to the vineyard, brought to life through a thoughtfully curated experience.
Lunch Set Menu – 2 Courses $49pp
A$49.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Discover our new midday menu – a true celebration of the season and the best of fresh, local Victorian produce. Savour your lunch hour with a choice of two courses: Starter & Main or Main & Dessert. Pair your meal with curated wines for an additional $25 per person, or opt for the premium selection at $38.
Lunch Set Menu – 3 Courses $64pp
A$64.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Experience the season with our new three-course lunch menu, featuring the best of fresh, local Victorian produce. Let our Chef's delight you with a Starter, Main, and a Dessert that's sure to impress. For the perfect pairing, add on matching wines for $35 per person, or indulge in the premium selection for $58.

Sundried tomato & garlic sourdough with cultured butter A$8.00
Marinated Mount Zero olivesA$11.00
Freshly shucked oysters
- Pacific - Coffin Bay SAA$6.50
- Sydney rock - Merimbula NSWA$7.50
Smoked ocean trout cigarA$10.00
Celery, salsa verde, parmesan custard & lavoshA$9.00
Chickpea panisse, bottarga, salmon roeA$9.00
“Scotch egg”, quail egg, tomato relish, pork & fennelA$9.00
Caviar crumpet, smoked eel & crème fraîcheA$28.00

STARTER

Broccoli tartA$26.00
Hiramasa kingfish, green tomato, horseradish & mintA$26.00
Duck liver parfait, spiced pear chutney & Parker House rollA$25.00
"Omnia Steak tartare" trolley serviceA$39.00

MAIN

Goats curd agnolotti, trio of pumpkin, labneh, za’atarA$42.00
Nannygai, cauliflower puree, caper leaves, golden raisin & hazelnutA$60.00
Whole flounder, beurre noisette, lemon & capersA$60.00
Pork rack, persimmon, Musquee De Provence pumpkin pureeA$62.00
Lamb rump, pomme dauphine, green olive & anchovyA$52.00
Steak frites, tarragon emulsion & sauce Bordelaise:
- Galiciana MB3+ sirloin A$68.00
- Sher Wagyu MB6+ bavetteA$74.00
- Sher Wagyu MB9+ sirloinA$125.00

MAINS TO SHARE

Galiciana MB3+ 1kgA$240.00
ribeye & condiments
Dry aged honey roasted duck for twoA$140.00
Duck leg & pistachio pithivier (Please allow 45 minutes)

SIDE

Blue Moon potato rosti, shallot, chive & sour creamA$16.00
Omnia duck fat chips, preserved lemon aioliA$16.00
Witlof and cos salad, Grand Marnier vinaigretteA$16.00
Roast carrot, caraway & walnutA$16.00

DESSERT

Omnia signature pink lady apple tarte tatinA$19.00
Pavlova with yuzu curd, grapefruit & blood orange sorbetA$19.00
Liquid centre cheesecake with passionfruit sorbetA$19.00
Valrhona dark chocolate tart with raspberry sorbetA$19.00
Tiramisu for twoA$32.00
Cheese trolley selectionA$44.00
A selection of local and imported cheese & traditional accompaniments

What 583 people are saying

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Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

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Review summary

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Omnia Bistro & Bar delivers an exceptional dining experience characterized by "first class food, service and ambience." Guests praise the "outstanding service" and "friendly, knowledgeable" staff. The "table side steak tartare" and "best roasted duck in town" are must-tries. Despite minor noise complaints, the "exquisite" atmosphere and "extensive wine list" ensure a memorable visit.

583 Reviews

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Mike VIP
Melbourne4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First classs food, service and ambience. Will be back again soon.
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Wayne
Melbourne13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our memorable Omni experience was one of decadence, sophistication and paramount quality. The ocean trout cigars are a standout, you cannot go past the steak, tartare which is constructed at your table, and the lamb is complex and succulent throughout. Outstanding service elevates a relaxed atmosphere, and the selection of local and international wines on offer guarantees satisfaction. Exquisite from the moment we walked through the door until we walked out. Would return in a heartbeat, and will.
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Hannah
Dublin8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a fantastic experience. From the moment we walked inside, we were consistently looked after by all staff. It’s rare these days to find a restaurant that has perfect attentive service coupled with amazing food and drinks. We ordered lots of amazing things, guided by our wonderful waiter - who made sure we knew about all the great specials they had. We didn’t wait too long for any course, nor for our drinks. I also have to highly rate the attention to detail in terms of topping up our water consistently and keeping the table clear; as in a busy restaurant that’s a skill in itself. The restaurant is beautifully designed and I can’t wait to come back again to try even more of the wonderful food options.
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Krystal
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A perfect day out with a friend for lunch. The set menu options at lunch was fantastic. Portion sizes were lunch appropriate and two + cheese was definitely enough to carry me over to dinner. Plus the cheese trolley is a must.
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Chantelle
Melbourne1 review
1.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I’ve been to omnia numerous times and have enjoyed my experience each time so having such bad service the other night was really disappointing to say the least. Because of the experience I will not be coming back. My friend and I were celebrating a special occasion and it did not feel special. I’ve never been to a fine dining restaurant where I’ve had to ask multiple times for water. We waited over 15 minutes between entree and mains. There was food we wanted to eat in between that time that was not brought out. My friend wanted the Tabasco for her kingfish and the manager took it and said he would bring it back and didn’t. We were forgotten about and for the price of the food it was not worth the crappy service. It was not even busy. When I told the manager I was not happy all he said was if you come back we will give you a better service. I will not be coming back.
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Robyn VIP
Las Vegas7 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We love the restaurant, but the acoustics are bad. Conversation is impossible, sadly.
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Stephen VIP
Melbourne9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Omnia was a restaurant we hadn’t tried before but was truely a stand out dining experience. Everything from the staff, to the food, and the ambiance was a standout. Thank you for making it a memorable experience for me and my guests, we will definitely be back!
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Eleanor Paola
Melbourne1 review
3.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant is nice and the staff are friendly and attentive. However, the food was average
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David
Oxford1 review
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Impressive venue, effusive welcome, we were seated looking into the open kitchen which was fun. It is a rather noisy room. We had the scotch egg, cod and pork cutlet - which were all beautifully cooked and presented. Service was attentive and friendly. An unusual cheesecake/crème brûlée with mandarin sorbet made for an excellent dessert. A deservedly popular venue.
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Calie
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food overall was delicious and well presented. It is the right portion for us but may be a bit small for some guests. Service from all staff is amazingly sweet, professional and just the right level. And the deco of the restaurant is nice for any occasions.
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