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Etta Melbourne is a popular Australian restaurant located in Lygon Street that aims to bring back the magical feeling of neighbourhood dining. The restaurant's bar is open on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 4 pm onwards. The menu boasts dishes such as zucchini flowers, cabbage, and 'lions head' meatballs made with shiitake and tofu. Etta Melbourne is also known for hosting events, such as the recent gathering to honour a friend. The restaurant is currently hiring new team members for both the kitchen and floor staff.
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Recent social media posts

22/04/2026

For a good time, not a long time. Wednesday nights are for duck.

21/04/2026

The fire is on — and so are the lights — this Saturday, Anzac Day.

See you for a splash and a ‘tini or two. Bookings via link in bio.

11/04/2026

To start: crab wonton, smoked watermelon, tom yum and Makrut lime.

One bite wonders.

07/04/2026

Wagyu Rump Cap either rendang butter and Chloe’s pak choy. And, yes. Walk ins are welcome.

02/04/2026

Etta is closed over the Easter long weekend, but Daphne will be open Friday and Saturday. See you at the bar.

24/03/2026

Duck Rice is sticking around for April. Our March birds were snapped up overnight, so we’re keeping the good times rolling for anyone who missed out on this deeply savoury duck extravaganza.

Priced at $75, each Duck Rice generously feeds two. Numbers are still very limited, with just 12 serves available each Wednesday – make sure to select the pre-order option when booking.

17/03/2026

Bright, sour and a little spicy. Grilled snapper over a fiery tomato-tamarind curry with tart green mango, fresh herbs and crackling for texture.

13/03/2026

A staple since the start. Sourdough from our friends down the road at , local butter browned over the woodfire, and redgum-smoked salt to finish.

04/03/2026

A swish new satay just sashayed into the Etta kitchen. This crunchy, chunky version is made in-house from dry-roasted pumpkin seeds. Find it mingling with ribbons of zucchini and pickled cucumber on a bed of silky soy cream. All-vegan, all-new. Swing by anytime from 5.

26/02/2026

March is Duck Month at Etta. Every Wednesday, will turn his attention to Duck Rice, a limited-edition special inspired by Hainanese chicken rice.

The dish uses every part of the bird, which is dry-aged in-house: breast is roasted over woodfire, finished with a charred orange and fermented soybean sauce. Leg is braised low and slow in an aromatic broth seasoned with burnt sugar and black vinegar, its skin fried to a shattering crisp. Underneath is jasmine rice, toasted in duck fat with ginger and garlic, then simmered in fragrant duck stock. And on top, a golden yolk, house-made lap cheong and fresh chives.

Priced at $75, each Duck Rice generously feeds two (though a skewer or two on the side never go astray).

Numbers are very limited, with 12 serves available for pre-order every Wednesday throughout March.

To reserve your duck, follow the prompts when making a booking.

20/02/2026

A deeply aromatic rendang butter brings richness and levity to wood-fired Sanchoku Wagyu, served over pak choy that’s charred then braised until tender.

Address

60 Lygon Street
Melbourne, VIC
3057

To get to the restaurant at Lygon Street in Melbourne, you can take public transportation. The closest tram stops are on Lygon Street and Elgin Street, which are both within walking distance of the restaurant. Alternatively, if you choose to drive, there is street parking available nearby. Please note that parking can be limited during busy hours and it may be necessary to park further away and walk to the restaurant.

Opening Hours

Tuesday	4pm - 10pm
Wednesday	4pm - 10pm
Thursday	4pm - 10pm
Friday	4pm - 10pm
Saturday	12pm - 10pm

Website

http://www.ettadining.com.au/

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What people say

Australian restaurants are known for their neighbourhood charm and Etta Melbourne is no exception. Located on Lygon Street, this Australian restaurant is bringing back the magic of neighbourhood dining. The restaurant offers a regular menu alongside a special Saturday lunch menu that includes mouth-watering seafood dishes for only $70 per person. To make the experience even more special, Etta Melbourne opens a special bottle of champagne each week to pour by the glass.

The food at Etta Melbourne is exceptional and their spatchcock marinated in turmeric and lemongrass, cooked over their hearth and served with roasted peanut sambal is simply divine. Their zucchini flowers, cabbage, and meatballs made from shiitake and silken tofu finished off with chilli oil and sesame are also worth trying.

Etta Melbourne also has a great bar that's open on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 4 pm onwards. The atmosphere is warm and inviting with fireplaces adding to the cosy ambiance.

Overall, Etta Melbourne is an excellent choice for those looking for a neighbourhood dining experience with exceptional food and drinks.