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Higher Ground Melbourne, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Higher Ground Melbourne

4.3
4.3
950 Reviews
$41 to $100
Modern Australian
  • Innovative
  • Great for brunch
  • Romantic
Bookings can be made via darlinggroup.com.au/higherground

Higher Ground is a multi award-winning venue by the Darling Group.

Not quite a cafe, not quite a restaurant, we offer innovative fare for breakfast and lunch, alongside specialty coffee and a wine list featuring varietals from close to home.

On the corner of Little Bourke Street and Spencer Street, only a stones throw away from Southern Cross station and Tram stop 120 and 96, sits a dining experience quite unlike any other.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Australian, Dining Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 07:00–16:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–16:00 Dinner Thu–Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (03) 8899 6219
  • Website
    http://darlinggroup.com.au/venues/higherground
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    EVENTS@HIGHERGROUNDMELBOURNE.COM.AU
  • Private party contact
    events@highergroundmelbourne.com.au: (03) 8899 6219
  • Location
    650 Little Bourke St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
  • Area
    Melbourne CBD
  • Cross Street
    Spencer Street
  • Parking details
    Spencer Street Multi story parking is just across the road.
  • Public transit
    Southern Cross Station - 50mTram No. 96 - 20m
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 950 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Energetic

950 Reviews

  1. Sdhigherground

    Victoria

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 August 2022

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Had the booking made 4 months in advanced, when we got there our table wasn’t ready nor had one been reserved so we had to wait and sit outside until one was available. When then finally get to our table (must of been for 10 people but we have 7) and one of the male waiters yelled at us that we couldn’t sit at one end of the table? And proceeded to do the rudest gestures with his hand and say “up the other end” without explanation and with the rudest look on his face while rolling his eyes when one of the girls didn’t hear him. Then took forever to take our order and when the lady did, she completely missed a person on the table and we were calling her back and she proceeded to ignore us so we had to chase her down the stairs. No sorry or anything. Drinks came out at all different times. No one checked on our meals. I stated we had 2 vegans with us on the booking and then no vegan option was offered to them. Just was overall disappointing seeing the price we paid, we were so excited to come and the service really let us down.

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  2. David

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful dining experience! One of my favourite places to dine in Melbourne. Delicious menu, aesthetically plated dishes, attentive staff and great coffee!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Hong Kong

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 July 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was spectacular! From the onset stepping into the grand loft, the high ceiling and spaciousness of the restaurant creates a hip and trendy vibe. Not just the ambience but more importantly food and coffee is to die for! I had the amazing kale & cauliflower salad and my partner had the all time favorite crab omelette which was nothing but perfect! Smooth, soft and creamy on top of the home made toast was just the perfect combination! What blew our mind off was the matcha latte! Such heavenly texture, fully bodied and flavored and most uniquely it was served without sugar allowing the authentic matcha to be tasted! I’m sure to be back again to this amazing cafe! Our must have when we are visiting Melbourne!

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  4. MardiM

    Brisbane

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 3 July 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very funky setting for this restaurant, busy but efficient, we had booked so were seated promptly and despite being very busy service was quick and friendly. We both had the hotcakes and they were amazing!

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  5. NicoleP

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 2 July 2022

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was really good, however would be nice if they spilt bills as we were a large group.

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  6. Sammy

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 June 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed our meal. Wish coffee cup was bigger Had agel was filling.

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  7. Piyumik

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 25 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Get the chilli scrambled eggs and lobster tail! :) What an incredibly beautiful venue! The design, the flow, the ambience all go hand in hand. Such a lovely spot for brunch with friends and visitors to Melbourne.

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  8. HERMANNk

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall experience is good. Food tasted good especially the chilli scrambled egg and ricotta hotcakes. I’ll definitely visit Higher Ground in my next visit to Melbourne. Recommendation to make a booking instead of walk-ins.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Brisbane

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 June 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a lovely experience, only down side is the coffee was a bit on the cool side, more cold than hot. But everything else was great, food and service 10/10 Thank you

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  10. LaraP

    Victoria

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 17 June 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is very vibrant and has so much history. The staff are always very attentive. The lunch menu is very limited but has a great breakfast menu selection. You really need to book ahead to get a table

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FAQs

Higher Ground Melbourne offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 8899 6219.

Higher Ground Melbourne is rated 4.3 stars by 950 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Google Map for Higher Ground Melbourne

650 Little Bourke St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Spencer Street
  • Area
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 07:00–16:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–16:00 Dinner Thu–Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Australian, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Spencer Street Multi story parking is just across the road.
  • Public transit
    Southern Cross Station - 50mTram No. 96 - 20m
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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