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Donovans - Donovans, St Kilda, AU-VIC

Donovans

4.7
4.7
1631 Reviews
$100 and over
Modern Australian
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Donovans

4.7
$100 and over
Modern Australian
St Kilda

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2 people
19:00
Booked 39 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 Wed–Sun 12:00–14:45 Dinner Wed–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 1,631 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Great for scenic views

  • Melbourne

    Good for special occasions

  • Melbourne

    Modern Australian

  • Inner City

    Best Ambience

  • Inner City

    Great for fine wines

  • Inner City

    Great for scenic views

  • Inner City

    Good for special occasions

  • Inner City

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Donovans offers a "wonderful experience" with consistently "amazing food" and "outstanding service" in a stunning beachside location. Guests rave about the "relaxed vibe" and "beautiful ambience." While some noted minor issues with certain dishes, the vast majority praise the "impeccable" quality of both food and service, making it perfect for special occasions.

1,631 Reviews

  1. Peter

    Victoria

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely relaxed ambiance with service done well without fuss and relatively simple food done well.

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  2. Trevor

    Orange County

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a very a wonderful experience. The service , food and beverages were outstanding and matched by the seaside setting.

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  3. Suzy

    Victoria

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional on every level- thank you to the dedicated staff & management - always a special treat!

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  4. Fiona

    Melbourne

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately service was under par this time round. Very lack lustre indeed. At one point the waitress, went to pour wine and completely missed the glass. Felt like everyone was just going through the motions. None of Donovan’s usual finesse. Food was good not amazing. Serves small. Sparkling water was served without asking what water we would prefer and then $75 added to the bill. Underwhelming .

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  5. Lynne

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Looking forward to our next lunch at Donovan's

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  6. Antoinette

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Melbourne Institution that never disappoints.. Wonderful service and fabulous food..

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  7. Sue

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awwesome service, awesome food, awesome location, seriously the most awesome food, wine, location and service, a 10/10 experience 🤩👌

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  8. Mark

    Melbourne

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were amazing and the ambiance was great but unfortunately the food, had the scallops, prawns and ravioli, was very average. Was hoping to bring some visiting friends to enjoy but rethinking that now.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Donovans is a great restaurant for a special celebration. The food is good, but very expensive for what it is. $51 for basic fish and chips. The staff are great and very attentive. It was my birthday and they bought out some chocolates with a candle which was nice.

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  10. Yu-Chieh

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service we experienced was professional, the cuisine was divine, and the environment was elegant and inviting.

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Donovans is rated 4.7 stars by 1631 OpenTable diners.

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Donovans

4.7
$100 and over
Modern Australian
St Kilda

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 39 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 Wed–Sun 12:00–14:45 Dinner Wed–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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