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Malin, Carlton North, AU-VIC

Malin

4.8
4.8
26 Reviews
$41 to $100
Modern European

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2 people
19:30
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Opening in Spring 2024, Malin is a small European restaurant located in Rathdowne Village, Carlton North. The food is French inspired and is served alongside a concise and considered drinks list. Currently, we only take reservations for our inside dining room with plans to offer street side tables as the weather warms up.
Pop in for a snack and a glass of wine, or join us for a full meal.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, French, Modern Australian
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 18:00–23:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–17:00
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Clement Pilatre
  • Area
    Carlton North
  • Cross Street
    Corner of Rathdowne and Curtain Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    The closest tram stop is Melbourne Cemetery stop 115
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 26 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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  • Inner City North

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Malin is a standout dining destination offering "sensational" French cuisine with a curated wine list. Guests rave about the "beautifully presented" dishes and "attentive" service in a "stunning" venue. While some diners noted noise and billing issues, the overall "excellent experience" and "divine" cocktails make it a must-visit.

26 Reviews
  1. Katy

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Malin nails everything down to the finest of details making it more than just a great meal, it is a wonderful experience all round.

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  2. Ron

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were met at the door by two smiling service staff and enjoyed a sumptuous and exciting six courses of seafood, duck and beef- all melt in the mouth tasty delights. The ambience was charming, the prices were most reasonable and we both very much enjoyed the whole experience. Highly recommend!

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  3. jane

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful Christmas lunch…totally pampered with a truly delicious menu. Many thanks to all involved .

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  4. Anne

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing on every level - would definitely recommend

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  5. Michelle

    VIP

    Victoria

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really lovely ambience and setting. Lovely staff. Good food. We totally enjoyed our time at Malin restaurant. Friendly and "approachable". We had the "feed me" option and (our fault) didn't check who liked oysters (not all of us) or goats cheese (not all of us) however, the food was delicious. Two suggestions for improvement...Malin have a very limited cocktail menu with an offer to make your personal favourite if they have the ingredients. We requested an Aperol Spritz and while the drink that arrived was fresh and enjoyable, it definitely wasn't an aperol. Also, the end-of-service could have been improved. After we had finished eating there was no offer of a dessert wine or coffees etc. The coffee offering is very slim also. Please focus on the part where we actually had a great afternoon - the other points are only minor.

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  6. Alex

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Malin has only opened recently so, as we live locally, I was very excited about dining there and we were not disappointed at all. Tash, the delightful owner was so helpful during the booking process and four of us chose the tasting menu which was absolutely stunning and perfect for a lazy Sunday lunch. A superb oyster/tarare 'bite' to begin, followed by delicious delicate ceviche, delicious asparagus and excellent steak with gorgeous, interesting potato 'mash' and salad. We finished off with cheese and two different deserts. Excellent wines by the glass and seemingly extensive wine list although I didn't look! The atmosphere is lovely - casual, yet very elegant, and well positioned in leafy Rathdowne village. Tash and her staff were so pleasant and obliging and it was lovely to meet who chef who also came out and presented some dishes. We all, including our friends who travelled quite some distance, loved the whole experience - so much so, we booked to return before leaving!! Go!

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  7. Glen

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wine bar is in a great location and has a welcoming and pleasant ambience. The staff were attentive and friendly. Good food and wine. We had a great night.

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  8. Jacob

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice spot in Carlton North for a laid back dinner. A compact yet interesting menu showcasing some fine techniques. Great selection of non-alcoholic drinks for a wine bar. Well worth a visit.

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  9. Shane

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful night with my son. Food, services, value all knocked out of the park!

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  10. Kirsten

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant meal! The steak tartare oysters were a stand out as were the beetroot with beans and the spring salad. And you have some great non-alcoholic options - much appreciated - keep them coming! (The chilli that reappeared in different dishes felt unnecessary and like it muted some of the nuance of other flavours.) Thanks for a lovely evening.

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Malin is rated 4.8 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:30
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carlton north, Carlton North, AU-VIC 3054

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Corner of Rathdowne and Curtain Street
  • Area
    Carlton North
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 18:00–23:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–17:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, French, Modern Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    The closest tram stop is Melbourne Cemetery stop 115
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Clement Pilatre
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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