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Steak Restaurants You Must Try in Melbourne

Steak Restaurants You Must Try in Melbourne

The Curator
The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from every review we track
15 spotsUpdated May 2026
The Lowdown · Curator's note

From San Telmo's dry-aged Argentine beef to Vlado's 60-year charcoal tradition and theatrical wagyu at Kiwami, Melbourne's essential steak experiences.

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Where they are · 15 spots across Melbourne

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The 15 · Ranked

RANKED · AUGUST 2026
01
of 15
4.8
Latin AmericanMelbourne
Editor's note

Melbourne's benchmark Argentinian grill — charcoal steaks, provoleta and beef tartare in a laneway that buzzes every night.

03
of 15
4.6
Latin AmericanSouthbank
Editor's note

Southbank's premier Argentinian grill where open-fire cooking meets impeccable riverside dining.

04
of 15
4.3
Latin AmericanMelbourne
Editor's note

Little Bourke's Argentinian charcoal grill — wagyu porterhouse, smoky papas, and a buzzy CBD vibe.

05
of 15
4.5
Modern AustralianPort Melbourne
Editor's note

Port Melbourne's beloved 20-year steak institution — grass-fed cuts in a warm pub with weekly deals.

08
of 15
4.3
Modern AustralianPrahran
Editor's note

Prahran's date-night steakhouse — cosy booths, Wagyu cuts and Sunday jazz roast.

09
of 15
4.4
JapaneseMelbourne
Editor's note

Live-fire theatre on Little Bourke St — teppanyaki chefs, egg-catching games, and celebratory set menus for groups.

10
of 15
SQUIRES LOFT ESSENDON4.4
AmericanEssendon
Editor's note

Essendon's neighbourhood steakhouse where the Black Angus is legendary, the cocktail bar excels and big groups feel at home.

11
of 15
4.8
Modern AustralianMelbourne
Editor's note

Melbourne CBD's quietly tucked steakhouse where premium Aussie beef and impeccable front-of-house make every visit feel like a special occasion.

12
of 15
4.5
JapaneseSouth Yarra
Editor's note

South Yarra's premier yakiniku destination where A5 Kobe and M9 wagyu are grilled tableside.

The Curator
The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from every review we track

The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from every review we track.

Steak Restaurants You Must Try in Melbourne · The Curator