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Donovans - Donovans, St Kilda, AU-VIC

Donovans

4.8
4.8
1708 Reviews
$100 and over
Modern Australian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 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

  • Location
    40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda, AU-VIC 3182
  • Phone number
    (03) 9534 8221
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Paid metered parking available opposite Donovans on Jacka Boulevard, adjacent to the Palais Theatre
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa

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What 1,708 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 fine wines

  • Inner City

    Great for scenic views

  • Inner City

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Donovans, located on the stunning St Kilda foreshore, offers a "wonderful relaxed vibe" with "stunning water views." Guests praise its "impeccable service," "delicious food," and "extensive wine list." Ideal for special occasions, it's renowned for creating memorable dining experiences. However, some suggest improvements in service consistency.

1,708 Reviews

  1. Anthony VIP

    Melbourne11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely superb as usual. Never a bad experience in 10 years. Wonderful staff, food and ambience. My go to choice in all of Melbourne

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. Service was great. Staff are friendly and professional.

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  3. Kellie

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We always enjoy the meal at Donovans The Gnocchi was amazing and the lamb shoulder was delicious. Always a favourite is the Bombe Alaska for two for Dessert is a must. The service was excellent. The only issue we had was some screaming children next to us.

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  4. Sally

    Victoria10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food , service was a little rushed . It was our anniversary and we go ever year loved it

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  5. Warren

    Melbourne1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been going here annually for 20 years, and there is an expectation of food, service, ambience that has taken a step the wrong way. There's been some subtle changes, and they are not all for the better. The staff now are less engaging, hurried, wore dirty uniforms, and couldn't confidently serve the dishes. Happy to say the food met all expectations, and it still has the 'family house' feel that makes it feel good. It is just the little things that you notice when they aren't there that makes it different.

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  6. Rochelle

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated my husband’s birthday while visiting Melbourne. This was the perfect place for a special occasion. The service was among the best we’ve experienced. Very attentive and yet fun and lighthearted. The setting, with the views of the beach was a big plus.

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  7. Simone

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it!!! The food, atmosphere and service were excellent. We will definitely be back

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  8. David

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was first class. We both really enjoyed our experience there.

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  9. Cosmos

    Queensland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    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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  10. Matthew

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    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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Donovans is rated 4.8 stars by 1708 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Donovans

40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda, AU-VIC 3182

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (03) 9534 8221
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Paid metered parking available opposite Donovans on Jacka Boulevard, adjacent to the Palais Theatre
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa

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