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Citrine Bistro & Bar

Citrine Bistro & Bar is a charming restaurant located on Mount Dandenong Tourist Road in Olinda. Offering a mix of Italian classics and modern Australian cuisine, guests can enjoy an intimate dinner for two, a family meal or a casual catch up with friends over quality food made with love. They also offer seasonal events and menus for special occasions like Mother's Day.
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22/09/2026

Open as usual this Friday AFL Public Holiday. Spring Lunch Special AND Steak night with Fireside Acoustic from 6pm

16/09/2026

31/08/2026

A little green number with quite a history… 💚
Tonight’s Local’s Night cocktail is the Grasshopper — a gloriously creamy combination of crème de menthe, crème de cacao and cream. Think cool mint, rich chocolate and that silky, almost-dessert-in-a-glass finish.
And she’s been around for a while. The Grasshopper was created in New Orleans in 1918 by Philip Guichet of the legendary Tujague’s restaurant, for a cocktail competition in New York. It came second, but clearly had the last laugh — more than a century later, we’re still drinking it.
A little retro, a little indulgent and ridiculously delicious.
On the bar tonight for Local’s Night at Citrine.
Come for the $25 pasta. Stay for the Grasshopper. 💚

29/08/2026

Tomorrow is our final Sunday Roast of winter at Citrine — tender roast lamb, golden potatoes, plenty of gravy and all the trimmings. Come hungry, settle in by the fire and help us give winter a proper send-off. Bookings recommended.

25/08/2026

We've got dad's favourites on the menu this Father's Day. Two courses | 59 per person, with your choice of main and dessert, and warm focaccia bread for the table.

And because it is his day, Dad gets a little something extra from us too, his choice between a nip of Starward Single Malt Wh**ky, a pot of Hop Hen L***r or glass of house w**e.

Dietaries such as vegan? No problem, we will happily cater for you; please let us know at time of booking. Little ones under 12 years can order from the regular kids à la carte menu, with favourites including chicken strips with fries, pasta with Napoli sauce and a cheeseburger with fries. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL

23/08/2026

Last Sunday we had a visit from The Roast Club. A super fun group of locals who get together on Sundays in pursuit of a very important cause: a great roast lunch!
There are badges. There is scoring. There are standards.
Apparently every roast is marked out of 10, and despite some very persistent questioning, we still don’t know what Citrine scored. We’re choosing to believe it was 11/10 😂 Thanks for bringing such great energy to Citrine, Roast Club. You were an absolute hoot to have in the restaurant. Same time next Sunday? 😉

03/07/2026

We’re just a little bit excited….Aaron Cook has changed his plans to join us throughout July for Fireside Friday. Mumma Maggie joined us last week for a lingering dinner and cocktails and we loved every minute 🍸❤️

Address

543 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road
Olinda, VIC
3788

Directions to Mount Dandenong Tourist Road in Melbourne can be accessed using both public transport and private cars. For those taking public transport, you can take a train or bus to the Upper Ferntree Gully station. From the station, you can board a bus that goes directly to Mount Dandenong Tourist Road.

For drivers, take the Eastlink Freeway to its end where it joins Canterbury Road East. Continue along this road until it becomes Mount Dandenong Tourist Road. There are several parking options available along Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, including street parking and private parking lots.

Please note that these directions are for general information purposes only and may not be specific to any particular location on Mount Dandenong Tourist Road in Melbourne.

Opening Hours

Monday	5pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday	5pm - 8:30pm
Friday	12pm - 3pm
	5pm - 8:30pm
Saturday	12pm - 3pm
	5pm - 8:30pm
Sunday	12pm - 3pm
	5pm - 8:30pm

Website

http://www.citrineolinda.com.au/

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What people say

Citrine Bistro & Bar is a hidden gem located in the heart of Olinda on Mount Dandenong Tourist Road. This restaurant offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere with a fireplace to keep you warm during chilly days. The menu features delicious pasta dishes that are perfect for Wednesday Pasta Night, which is only $20 per person. The restaurant also offers a complimentary glass of bubbles and celebratory bite for all guests dining on their first anniversary. In addition, Citrine Bistro & Bar is currently running a competition where customers who make dinner bookings between June 7th to June 29th will automatically go in the draw to win a three-course dinner for four with a bottle of house wine on their first birthday on Thursday June 29th. With its warm ambiance, delectable food, and friendly staff, Citrine Bistro & Bar is definitely worth visiting for a lazy lunch or dinner with friends and family.