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A little bit fancy without the fuss! - Ripponlea Food and Wine, Ripponlea, AU-VIC

Ripponlea Food and Wine

4.7
4.7
167 Reviews
$41 to $100
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:30
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Welcome to Ripponlea Food & Wine, a local modern European restaurant in the heart of Ripponlea village. Creating signature flavours & personalised service is our passion and we’re all about comfort, style & a little bit fancy without the fuss.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Modern European, Australian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have various private dining options, seating/stand up from 8 to 80 people, and we are completely obsessed with helping to create amazing memories for any special occasion. Email our team at info@ripponleafoodandwine.com.au so we can start planning for your event!
  • Private party contact
    Private Booking Manager: (03) 8804 1313
  • Area
    Ripponlea
  • Cross Street
    corner of Glen Eira Rd and Glen Eira Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Ripponlea Train Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Experiences

  • Bottomless bubbles add on (lunch bookings only)

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy an optional 2 hours of free flow French Blanc de Blancs for $35p/p, available with lunch bookings. On the next page, please select how many guests in your party wish to enjoy free flow bubbles during your visit.
    Bottomless bubbles add on (lunch bookings only) photo
  • Shared Dining Menu

    Multiple dates available
    For bookings of 10 or more guests. Includes shared 3 course menu.
    Shared Dining Menu photo
  • 2 course dining menu

    Multiple dates available
    For bookings of 10 or more guests. Guest choice of entree and main course, sides served to the centre of the table for sharing. Dessert also available as an additional menu item.
    2 course dining menu photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Steak Night $30

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 17:00 - 21:00
    $30 Porterhouse at your favourite local! Full a la carte menu available from 5pm.

    Steak Night $30 photo
  • Pasta + Wine $40

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 17:00 - 21:00
    Your choice of pasta from our menu + a glass of wine (white/red/rosé) $40p/p, full a la carte menu also available from 5pm.

    Pasta + Wine $40 photo

What 167 people are saying

Ripponlea Food and Wine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Inner East

    Best Overall

  • Inner East

    Best Food

  • Inner East

    Best Service

  • Inner East

    Best Ambience

  • Inner East

    Best Value

  • Inner East

    Good for business meals

  • Inner East

    Innovative

  • Inner East

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner East

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Inner East

    Great for fine wines

  • Inner East

    Romantic

  • Inner East

    Good for special occasions

  • Inner East

    Lively

  • Inner East

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ripponlea Food and Wine is a cherished neighborhood gem, celebrated for its "delicious food, superior service, and attention to detail." Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive staff" and "great wines" that complement the "wonderful customer service." The inviting atmosphere makes it a "highly recommended" spot for any occasion.
167 Reviews
  1. Dani

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, superior service and attention to detail!

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  2. Elizabeth

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Appetizers, Entrees, Mains and Desserts were delicious. Each a taste sensation to savour; subtle and beautifully balanced. Quantities enough to share and enjoy without feeling too full. The Clare Valley Reisling was a perfect accompaniment. The service was professional and cheerful without being intrusive. We'll be back :)

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  3. Lily

    Denver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly and attentive staff. Enjoy the set lunch package. Delicious, well presented food. Excellent value. Very comfortable seating. Highly recommended.

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  4. Louise VIP

    Victoria25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous local restaurant with interesting and tasty food and great wines to match. Service is excellent and very friendly. Highly recommended for lunch, dinner or just drinks.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great, always very professional service, very nice food.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Great service. Really enjoyed it and will definitely be back!

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  7. Kenneth

    Victoria1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    An unfortunate experience. I booked the private room for my wife's birthday. Upon arrival it seemed we were doomed. In spite of my attempts to cover off all the detail for an important occasion, it was disappointing.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly service, excellent food - a memorable lunch. The past with lobster was a stand-out.

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  9. MikeC

    Melbourne5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The steak night was disappointing. The steaks that me and my partner had were fatty and chewy.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place - the best around the area IMHO Food is epic

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FAQs

Ripponlea Food and Wine is rated 4.7 stars by 167 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:30
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ripponlea Food and Wine

15 Glen Eira Rd, Ripponlea, AU-VIC 3185

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    corner of Glen Eira Rd and Glen Eira Ave
  • Area
    Ripponlea
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Modern European, Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Ripponlea Train Station
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We have various private dining options, seating/stand up from 8 to 80 people, and we are completely obsessed with helping to create amazing memories for any special occasion. Email our team at info@ripponleafoodandwine.com.au so we can start planning for your event!
  • Private party contact
    Private Booking Manager: (03) 8804 1313
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