Chancery Lane

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430 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000

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Red-door French bistro on Little Collins St serving ribeye, oysters and parfait in style.

Moody, opulent European elegance behind a striking red door. checkerboard tiles, a deep-green marble bar and candelabra-lit arched windows create a hushed, romantic hum suited to milestone nights.

Private event rooms (including the Archways and Chandelier rooms) for weddings and functions, bespoke degustation menus on request, and a curated wine list anchored by classics like Chenin Blanc.

French technique runs through the menu (Parisienne gnocchi, duck L'Orange, Bombe Alaska), with a European bistro sensibility reviewers repeatedly compare to dining in Paris.

Steaks run $90-200 and the wine list is steep. most reviewers call it worth it for the occasion, though a couple flagged inconsistent value and cuts on off nights.

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430 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000

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