Gimlet at Cavendish House

Gimlet at Cavendish House is one of Melbourne’s most acclaimed and stylish fine dining venues, located within the beautifully restored Cavendish House on Russell Street and offering a dining experience that evokes the golden age of European grand restaurants with a distinctly contemporary Australian perspective. Chef Andrew McConnell’s restaurant is celebrated for its accomplished European-influenced cuisine, crafted from premium seasonal Australian ingredients and delivered with the technical confidence and generosity of spirit that define McConnell’s body of work. The menu spans a range of classic and modern European references — from impeccably prepared seafood and whole roasted meats to refined pasta and elegant desserts — with each dish demonstrating both culinary skill and genuine pleasure in feeding people well. The dining room is grand and beautiful, with high ceilings, warm lighting, carefully chosen furnishings and a bar programme that is considered one of Melbourne’s finest. Service is warm, professional and knowledgeable, ensuring that the experience is as enjoyable as it is impressive. The wine list is extensive and features exceptional depth across European and Australian regions. Gimlet is well-suited to business dinners, celebratory occasions and any diner who appreciates a restaurant that combines genuine culinary ambition with warmth and accessibility.