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Donovans - Donovans, St Kilda, AU-VIC

Donovans

4.8
4.8
1700 Reviews
$100 and over
Modern Australian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
Welcome to Donovans - our ‘house on the beach’ and home we love to share. Donovans is located on the St.Kilda beach front offering guests a memorable dining experience in Melbourne. With a bay side view, beautiful Mediterranean inspired food and the special relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant, Donovans is where you will feel at home.

Donovans’ exciting menu has been developed our intimate knowledge of modern Mediterranean cooking. The menu is extensive with a modern mix of favourite dishes emphasising the best local produce. Donovans also offers an extensive wine list of Australian and imported wines and an eclectic mix of cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $100 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00–14:45 Dinner Tue–Sun 18:00–23:45
  • Phone number
    (03) 9534 8221
  • Website
    http://www.donovans.com.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    For all Private Dining Room enquiries and availability please contact our Function Coordinators at Donovans on (03) 9534 8221 or send an email to privatedining@donovans.com.au
  • Location
    40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda, AU-VIC 3182
  • Area
    St Kilda
  • Cross Street
    Shakespeare Grove
  • Parking details
    Paid metered parking available opposite Donovans on Jacka Boulevard, adjacent to the Palais Theatre
  • Public transit
    Tram No.16 and 96 Stop 138 (outside Luna Park)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,700 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Modern Australian

  • Inner City

    Best Ambience

  • Inner City

    Great for scenic views

  • Inner City

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Donovan's is a Melbourne gem, renowned for its "excellent delicious food" and "perfect hospitality and service." Diners rave about the "fantastic time and atmosphere," with standout offerings like the "Sticky Date Soufflé" and "signature seafood linguine." The "stunning location" by the bay enhances the dining experience.

1,700 Reviews

  1. Cosmos

    Queensland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were attentive and food as expected from a fine dining establishment

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  2. Matthew

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of Melbourne’s premier restaurants. Nick and his team are ensuring the highest standards are maintained. Never disappoints.

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  3. Vicki

    Tasmania

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful space and service and great food and wine

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  4. Anne

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue, good was great, good size portions, lovely view of the beach and sunset.

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  5. Michael

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, service and ambience. Great cocktails especially the green velvet. Steaks and octopus and fish and chips simply sublime. Bomba Alaska and sticky date soufflé amazing. A perfect tribute family dinner to remember and honour my late great auntie Gina whose favourite restaurant in Melbourne was Donovan’s. Great value for money too. Can’t wait to come back!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous service, food & ambience as usual. Once again, my favourite go-to place

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  7. Anna

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The slow cooked lamb shoulder fell off the bone and was simply delish and the bombe alaska was not only an experience but very yum. Our waiteress was friendly and added to our wonderful time at Donovan’s. 10/10.

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  8. Cathy

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had dinner for a family reunion and a special celebration. Service was exceptional , including the 'bonus' treats to acknowledge the celebration. Food was similarly first class - a sufficient menu without being overwhelming and beautifully cooked. Excellent wine list and good value for high class dining. You can feel very comfortable in this restaurant whilst enjoying first class facilities.

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  9. Brendan

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Donavan's is always a great place to dine, priced reasonably and always excellent food and service.

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  10. Susan

    Sunshine Coast

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The Sunday surcharge is ridiculous and then you ask for a tip . Segment your waiters to a section … as no one waiter knows what you want or if you’ve ordered etc . Doubling up . You’re told you’re booking is for 2 hours someone wants your table but then the restaurant empties out on a Sunday night . The food is lovely no complaints in that area .

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FAQs

Donovans is rated 4.8 stars by 1700 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today
Google Map for Donovans

40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda, AU-VIC 3182

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Shakespeare Grove
  • Area
    St Kilda
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00–14:45 Dinner Tue–Sun 18:00–23:45
  • Price
    $100 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Paid metered parking available opposite Donovans on Jacka Boulevard, adjacent to the Palais Theatre
  • Public transit
    Tram No.16 and 96 Stop 138 (outside Luna Park)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.donovans.com.au/
  • Phone number
    (03) 9534 8221
  • Private party facilities
    For all Private Dining Room enquiries and availability please contact our Function Coordinators at Donovans on (03) 9534 8221 or send an email to privatedining@donovans.com.au

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