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Askal, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Askal

4.4
4.4
138 Reviews
$41 to $100
Filipino

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Askal is Melbourne’s newest contemporary Filipino restaurant and bar located on 167 Exhibition Street. Comprised of a dynamic team of culinary experts, Askal is a three-storey establishment sits in a historical building from the 1800s. The menu is a celebration of traditional Filipino flavours and techniques, showcasing bold and vibrant dishes inspired by ancestral recipes passed down through generations.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Filipino, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–22:00 Fri–Sun 17:30–23:00
  • Phone number
    (03) 9639 2795
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    John Rivera
  • Catering
    Currently not offering catering.
  • Private party facilities
    For event enquiries please email events@askalmelb.com. For tables over 12 people please call in and we can help you book a suitable table for the night.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Manager: (03) 9639 2795
  • Area
    Melbourne CBD
  • Cross Street
    Exhibition Street & Bourke Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Tram 86 Stop.Close to Parliament Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • BAHALA KA NA - Chef Selection

    A$80.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience Askal's vibrant and sumptuous menu! Enjoy a sharing banquet menu for the entire table that will showcase the diverse flavours and techniques for Filipino cuisine $80pp Note: unfortunately, we are unable to cater for fructose, onion and garlic intolerances
    BAHALA KA NA  - Chef Selection photo
  • PIYESTA - All in

    A$115.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience Askal's indulgent all-in menu! Enjoy a sharing banquet menu for the entire table that will showcase the diverse flavours and techniques for Filipino cuisine $115pp Note: unfortunately, we are unable to cater for fructose, onion and garlic intolerances
    PIYESTA - All in photo
  • DESSERT/BAR

    A$100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    24 Mar 2025 only
    MFWF Askal/Kariton
    DESSERT/BAR photo

Private dining

What 138 people are saying

Askal reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Innovative

  • Inner City

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Askal offers a delightful fusion of Filipino cuisine with a modern twist, highlighted by "amazing food," "unique cocktails," and "outstanding service." The ambiance is perfect for both intimate dinners and social gatherings, with "attentive staff" enhancing the dining experience. Despite some service hiccups, the "flavourful" dishes and the "vibrant" atmosphere make it a must-visit.

138 Reviews
  1. Androulla

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing explanation of the menu, fantastic service and what a lovely refreshing menu with items never tasted before. Best host that kept following up if we were happy. Fit out is lovely and everything was just beautiful. Well done - amazing place.

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  2. Leo

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service are great. The staff took time to explain the menu and provide recommendations. I enjoyed everything I ordered such as Ox Tail Kare-kare, chicken & mushroom siomai, and Tocino pork belly with salted egg yolk garlic fried rice.

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  3. Thomas

    Brisbane1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service as always, we sat upstairs this time which initially we thought might not be as nice but it was actually a lovely setting with a beautiful nostalgic feel, surrounded by rustic red brick walls and very good noise control.

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  4. Trevor

    Melbourne4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    we love Askal imaginative and creative fun food and cocktails and wine list small but focussed and well-chosen. the waiting staff were brilliant and it is fun to witness the kitchen staff at work - and seamlessly and calmly at that. some concerns: 1. this is the second time we have scored the seats next to the toilet exit - we miss out on most of the vibes of being at the restaurant. 2. noise levels - we are old and don't need the music 3. food is wonderful but like most restaurants - too much salt. this is not necessary and is not healthy either.. but like i said - we love Askal and will return - but not to those same seats! :)

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is my 4th times be in here previous the 3th times everything was perfectly but this time I saw there are new chef in the role and the main course was really unacceptable the meat was blue and very chewy and the rice is over seasoned super strong flavor and salty the steak was terrible and there had a new dish is the blue swimmer crab noodles and the noodles was over cooked and stick together only the entree is perfect at this time might not come back for the next time.

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  6. Natasha

    Perth1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Really delicious food but service can be improved. Felt quite inexperienced.

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  7. Aaron

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Me and my friends ordered the set menu “Bahala Ka Na” and everything that was brought out was really great! I had a mission to take photos of the food but after each meal that was sent out, we were just wanting more so I didn’t get the chance to take photos of the food haha. It was really nice to see my friends, who have not had filipino cuisine before, really enjoy filo food. Overall, from Service, food, ambience of the restaurant was really beautiful. Thank you Askal!

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  8. Oliver

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the cheapest of the 2 set menus, and what a fantastic surprise this all was. The food we fantastic, wouldn’t fault a bite. Service was great, not once did we have to look around for a waiter. Thanks to the whole Askal team

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  9. Dianna

    Canberra5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, excellent service and amazing cocktails. We had the ‘piyesta’ all in menu to have a great tasting experience. Everything reached or went above our expectations. Flavour bombs in every mouthful. Askal well deserved it’s hat!

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  10. Francois

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great, service was clunky and it felt as though the staff were new to hospitality. It was also very rushed with only an hr and a half seating

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FAQs

Askal is rated 4.4 stars by 138 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Askal

167 Exhibition St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Exhibition Street & Bourke Street
  • Area
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–22:00 Fri–Sun 17:30–23:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Filipino, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Tram 86 Stop.Close to Parliament Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    John Rivera
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (03) 9639 2795
  • Catering
    Currently not offering catering.
  • Private party facilities
    For event enquiries please email events@askalmelb.com. For tables over 12 people please call in and we can help you book a suitable table for the night.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Manager: (03) 9639 2795
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