Grill americano reviews

Whenever Chris Lucas opens a restaurant on Flinders Lane, things tend to go pretty well.

So you thought they didn't make restaurants like this anymore? A splendid vision of terrazzo floors, royal-blue leather upholstery and a sweeping white marble bar twinkling with lamplight, Grill Americano brings retro glamour to its pursuit of produce-driven Italian perfection. There's a "hang the expense account" feel to it all, with white-jacketed waiters delivering Tuscan bistecca from the wood grill and scampi on saffron risotto. Mere mortals can paddle in the shallow end with the quotidian appeal of Bolognese-stuffed arancini, chilli-dusted octopus carpaccio drenched in fruity olive oil and velvety anchovies with puffy focaccia and green-olive butter. But why not splash out a little? This review was written independently for the Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide.

Grill americano reviews

Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox. Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news, events, offers and partner promotions. First impressions count, and Grill A m ericano delivers plenty of good ones. A produce-driven grill hanging at the Italian end of the steakhouse dial requires little explanation, bless it. There are arancini, miniaturised into crisp-crusted two-bite w ond ers , bedded in pea puree and showered in a tangy fluff of Reggiano. Little squares of fried polenta get their cacio e pepe on with a blizzard of parmesan and spicy aioli. And s tuffed with a farce of chicken, pork and veal, the fried green olives champion the " luxe nonna" category. The mantra of simplicity guides a menu long enough it should come with a trigger warning for the indecisive. And there's steak, of course.

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That era? The long cavernous space on Flinders Lane is trimmed in navy and marble. A stunning bar overlooks the open kitchen — and the grill. You settle into thick comfy seating as Sinatra plays in the background. The dim lighting, waiters clad in white coats, the perfect styling from start to finish.

Was a little concerned about going to this restaurant based on all of the negative reviews but we ended up having a good dining experience. Service was friendly and timely. They have an exceptional wine list but it is crazy expensive. Loved the ambiance. This place is tricky to evaluate properly. I went here for my 60th Birthday and picked it due to a couple of good reviews. Urban List has it in their top 50 restaurants in Melbourne.

Grill americano reviews

So you thought they didn't make restaurants like this anymore? A splendid vision of terrazzo floors, royal-blue leather upholstery and a sweeping white marble bar twinkling with lamplight, Grill Americano brings retro glamour to its pursuit of produce-driven Italian perfection. There's a "hang the expense account" feel to it all, with white-jacketed waiters delivering Tuscan bistecca from the wood grill and scampi on saffron risotto.

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Opening hours: Tue-Fri noonpm; Sat 4pmpm. The rest of the menu — from cicchetti, to sides and salads — is made up of classics from around Italy. The addition of vermouth to the Bellini — the Mimosa's Italian cousin — is a nice tweak on the famous drink, and the Smoked Negroni is another highlight. Time Out. Feb 21, To learn more about the process, head over here. You settle into thick comfy seating as Sinatra plays in the background. Site map. Restaurant Reviews The best restaurants in Melbourne right now Feb 22, Watch Live. In a word… Yes. Entertaining Your seasonal guide to luxury Easter eggs, bunnies and hampers Mar 05, Grill Americano's appeal isn't confined to the surroundings and the menu, nor even the predictably weighty wine list playing up to both the big spenders looking for big-name producers and the chin-scratchers after the interesting and the hip. Photo: Amy Hemmings. Grill Americano.

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Travel News Seven crossbody bags that make slick travel companions Mar 03, Save room for dessert. In the eating sweetish, delicately compelling it becomes a case of s tyle meeting substance. Feb 21, Celebrated somm and Lucas Restaurants beverage director Loic Avril has designed a wine list with over bottles, and there are plenty of by-the-glass and Coravin pour choices to get stuck into. Looking to dine at more of Melbourne's finest establishments? No kids allowed. Grill Americano's appeal isn't confined to the surroundings and the menu, nor even the predictably weighty wine list playing up to both the big spenders looking for big-name producers and the chin-scratchers after the interesting and the hip. Restaurant News Noma, the 'world's best restaurant', is closing in Mar 05, It's all set within a sleek, restrained space designed by long-time Lucas collaborator Samantha Eades. Watch Live. Whenever Chris Lucas opens a restaurant on Flinders Lane, things tend to go pretty well. No, you cannot do steak like this at home.