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The Kitchen Tootgarook, Tootgarook, AU-VIC

The Kitchen Tootgarook

4.5
4.5
348 Reviews
$40 and under
Comfort Food

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2 people
22:30
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
A place that feels like home.. I don't mean that in a sense that the place is covered in dog hair, the tv is blaring, the kids are screaming and there's lego all over the floor; more in a sense that you feel welcomed, content and at home from the minute you enter, right up until you leave. We wanted to create a place, that I myself, would want to visit on a regular basis. A place where your name is more important to us than your money is. A place where you feel like a regular from your first visit. A place where you feel like a part of our family. A place you felt you've been before. A place that feels like home.... Ok, so we have fancy wine glasses, twinkling candles, nice chairs and really shiny cutlery, but don't let that fool you... We're humble, both in our service and in our food, and pretentiousness and oversized egos were banished from the premises the day we started trading. We like looking the part, but life's too short for airs and graces...

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Breakfast, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 06:30–15:00 Thu–Sat 06:30–21:00 Sun 06:30–19:00
  • Phone number
    (03) 5903 5450
  • Website
    http://thekitchens.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Andrew Sharkey
  • Catering
    Get in touch with us to arrange a one on one with our Catering Events Manager and Head Chef, to guarantee your event goes perfectly to plan &amp; to give you &amp; your guests something to talk about for a long time to come!<br />For more information phone 03 5903 5450, email info@thekitchens.au
  • Private party facilities
    From a small informal get-together, to an all out wedding, we can tailor all your in house or external catering needs. Designed to ensure you & your guests are delighted.From breakfasts to canape cocktail events & sit down substantial dinners, the team at The Kitchen will work alongside you to design and deliver youperfect for your event.
  • Location
    1917 Pt Nepean Rd, Tootgarook, AU-VIC 3941
  • Area
    Tootgarook
  • Cross Street
    Morris Street
  • Parking details
    Lots of parking along Morris Street, please note there is no standing on the east side of Morris Street (opposite side to The Kitchen)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 348 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Victoria

    Great for brunch

  • Victoria

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Best Ambience

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Great for brunch

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Good for business meals

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Child-friendly

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Good for groups

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Healthy

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Kitchen Tootgarook offers a cozy and friendly dining experience with "terrific food" and "attentive service." Guests praise the delicious dishes, including the vongole linguini and barramundi. The restaurant's relaxed atmosphere, accommodating staff, and diverse menu with gluten-free options make it "a great place to meet up with friends."

348 Reviews

  1. Helen

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner on a Thursday night with family. Staff were engaging, friendly and welcoming. The food was outstanding and had something for everyone's taste. Staff were happy to recommend dishes and they did not disappoint. The restaurant was quiet as it was a Thursday night but this suited us perfectly as we were able to chat easily. The desserts were also delicious and they were happy to provide extra plates and spoons so we could share. The restaurant has a cosy ambience and we will definitely return... soon!

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  2. Laura

    Melbourne

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went there with our two little kids. Welcomed to sit outside when the DJ was too loud for us inside. Service and food was great. Will recommend to others visiting. Thank you!

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  3. Mr . Alan

    Victoria

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We've been to the Kitchen Tootgarook twice before and had a great time, but this time was disappointing. We placed our order and nothing came for 30 minutes, and noticed a neighbouring table who ordered after us got served before us. When we prompted the staff, they said, it was the next order to come, and it will there in a couple of minutes. It was another 15 minutes (after seeing other tables get served), we got our food. It's fair to conclude something went wrong with the order and it got cooked once we prompted the staff. I don't mind if a mistake is made and a restaurant makes amends. But in this case, the mistake was covered up, no apology was made and nothing done for us (not that we asked for anything, but I think it's good service to own a mistake and make amends). From becoming a potential regular place to eat, I think it's been relegated to just another option.

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  4. Renee

    Melbourne

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous Great value and delicious We’ll be back

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  5. Quentin and Margherita

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Very cute restaurant setting, decor, and ambience. Food was fine. The service patchy.

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  6. Melissa

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quaint little restaurant with delicious food and wonderful service, thank you Alisha and the team for making our evening so memorable.

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  7. emma

    Adelaide

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Great service food & atmosphere … will definitely be back

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  8. Janet

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were welcomed happily; could sit wherever we liked; brought water to the table immediately and after ordering, the meals arrived quickly. The staff were not hovering but aware we might want something else. They didn’t force us to leave, even though we were the last group in the restaurant (by far!). I have always experienced friendliness here and highly recommend it as a relaxed, comfortable place to meet with friends.

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  9. Mac

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food was exceptional. We will be back!

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  10. Lynette

    Victoria

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was lovely. I got the lamb but it did not had enough vegetables only a few bits of broccoli so I was still hungry so I had some of my husbands curry and bread to fill myself up. It would of been perfect if it had more vegetables like potatoes or other vegetables to make the meal perfect

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FAQs

The Kitchen Tootgarook offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 5903 5450.

The Kitchen Tootgarook is rated 4.5 stars by 348 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Kitchen Tootgarook

1917 Pt Nepean Rd, Tootgarook, AU-VIC 3941

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Morris Street
  • Area
    Tootgarook
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 06:30–15:00 Thu–Sat 06:30–21:00 Sun 06:30–19:00
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Breakfast, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Lots of parking along Morris Street, please note there is no standing on the east side of Morris Street (opposite side to The Kitchen)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Andrew Sharkey
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://thekitchens.au/
  • Phone number
    (03) 5903 5450
  • Catering
    Get in touch with us to arrange a one on one with our Catering Events Manager and Head Chef, to guarantee your event goes perfectly to plan &amp; to give you &amp; your guests something to talk about for a long time to come!<br />For more information phone 03 5903 5450, email info@thekitchens.au
  • Private party facilities
    From a small informal get-together, to an all out wedding, we can tailor all your in house or external catering needs. Designed to ensure you & your guests are delighted.From breakfasts to canape cocktail events & sit down substantial dinners, the team at The Kitchen will work alongside you to design and deliver youperfect for your event.
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