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Palermo Restaurant Melbourne

Palermo Restaurant Melbourne is an Argentinian eatery with a contemporary twist on sharing grilled cuisine and wine, located in the CBD. Boasting architects Ewert Leaf's design, the restaurant's showpiece is undoubtedly the rustic red brick Asado fire pit for slow roasting whole raised beasts.
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30/09/2026

A staple of the Argentine Parrilla, chimichurri brings fresh herbs, garlic, vinegar and spice to the table. Bright, sharp and made to cut through the richness of a great piece of beef, it pairs beautifully with our charcoal-fired beef short ribs.

22/09/2026

The parrilla is the heart of the Palermo kitchen: a heavy steel grate above glowing coals, with an adjustable height to control the heat. In the hands of your Palermo asadors, it turns a cut of beef into something very special. A perfectly cooked steak, with a deep char and a hint of smoke.

16/09/2026

What makes the perfect bite?

Is it the one with every flavour in perfect balance? The one that's cooked exactly right? The one with just the right amount of sauce?

For us, every moment should be perfect. Every mouthful matters. So at Palermo, the perfect bite is the one on your fork right now.

Tartare - with raw beef, pickled cabbage, horseradish cream, black sesame lavosh.

14/09/2026

There’s a reason steak and red w**e have stood the test of time. Rich, savoury beef meets the fruit, tannin and depth of a good red, with each bringing out the best in the other.

09/09/2026

Tarta de Naranja. Lemon curd tart, Italian meringue, orange & ginger amaretti crumb, and mandarin gel.
Bright, bold, and made to linger.

06/09/2026

Sip, eat, and sip again.

Palermo's extensive w**e list is full of premium selections from the high peaks of Aconcagua to the shores of Patagonia. Every sip is a journey.

Our knowledgeable staff are here to help with the perfect recommendations for every Palermo experience. Bookings are open, use the link in our bio.

02/09/2026

Mentorship lies at the heart of the kitchen.

The transfer of knowledge, craft and professionalism is important, but more meaningful perhaps is the nurturing of passion within a young chef - something that can be ignited by the right mentor.

30/08/2026

Hot off the Parrilla, our Pollo Borracho is about as good as a bird can get.

A juicy free range half-chicken, grilled over hot charcoal to give it a hint of smoke, served with a vermouth and orange reduction for a touch of herbaceous citrus, and a hint of chilli just to keep things especially interesting the whole way through.

26/08/2026

Gnocchi has been a beloved dish since the days of ancient Rome. When Italian immigrants ventured to Argentina, they brought their traditions with them, including this simple but addictive dish.

Our Ñoqui is handcrafted with ricotta cheese and a rocket & walnut pesto, then laced with pecorino. Creamy, nutty, delicious.

23/08/2026

Like all our meats, our Tira de Asado - beef short ribs - are cooked directly over hot charcoal on our Parrilla.

Slow-cooked until beautifully tender, with a smoky char and plenty of that deep, rich flavour you only get from cooking over fire, they're simple, generous and delicious.

Address

401 Little Bourke Street
Melbourne, VIC
3000

To get to the Argentinian restaurant on Little Bourke Street in Melbourne, you can take public transport options such as a tram or train. The closest tram stop is located on Elizabeth Street and can be accessed by routes 19, 57 or 59. Alternatively, the nearest train station is Flagstaff Station which is approximately a 10-minute walk away from the restaurant.

If you prefer to drive, there are several parking options available near Little Bourke Street including on-street parking with metered spaces as well as nearby car parks. The closest car park is located on Queen Street, just a short walk away from the restaurant. Please note that these parking options may incur fees and availability may vary depending on time of day and day of the week.

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 10pm
Tuesday	12pm - 10pm
Wednesday	12pm - 10pm
Thursday	12pm - 10pm
Friday	12pm - 10:30pm
Saturday	12pm - 10:30pm
Sunday	12pm - 10pm

Website

http://www.palermo.melbourne/

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What people say

Argentinian restaurants are known for their delicious grilled cuisine and fine wine, which are meant to be shared with loved ones. Palermo Restaurant Melbourne perfectly embodies this tradition with its contemporary twist on age-old Argentinean cuisine. As the younger sister of San Telmo, one of the CBD's most revered restaurants, Palermo has borrowed from its boisterous old-world charm and fused it with a nonchalant new-world chic.

Designed by architects Ewert Leaf, Palermo's interior is a nod to the vibrant and eclectic barrio of the same name in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The restaurant features a mezzanine level, rich bespoke carpeting, raw timber and steel accents, a cow hide feature wall, retro black and white tiles, antique syphon bottle lighting fixtures, a marble bar, and a beautiful Tuscan mural centerpiece.

However, the real showstopper at Palermo is undoubtedly its rustic red brick Asado fire pit. This traditional tailor-made Argentinean Parrilla grill invites both spectacle and intimacy through its bed of searing flames and charcoal. Splaying whole raised beasts over the smoldering circular redbrick fire pit exudes a bush campfire feel that stokes an unmistakably vibrant spirit.

Overall, Palermo Restaurant Melbourne is an excellent choice for those looking for an authentic Argentinian dining experience in Melbourne. From its delicious grilled cuisine to its fine wine selection and stunning interior design, Palermo has everything you need for an unforgettable night out with friends or family.