Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. Australia
  3. Melbourne
  4. Eastern Suburbs
  5. The Basin
The Peacock Den, The Basin, AU-VIC

The Peacock Den

4.6
4.6
646 Reviews
$41 to $100
Modern Australian

Make a booking

2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
THE PEACOCK SYMBOLISES POWER, ROYALTY, INSIGHT & WISDOM.

The concept behind The Peacock Den is simply to offer a more unique wine and dining experience in the outer east. Brought to life from a vision and passion for the Hospitality industry, we have created this stunning establishment.

With a strong focus on fine wines, the mission at The Peacock Den is simply to share excellent and expertly selected wines matched with simple yet delicious food in a relaxed sharing environment.

Restaurants you may also like

View all

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Gareth Elstob
  • Area
    The Basin
  • Parking details
    Ample parking spaces available in parking lot on opposite side of the main road.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine

What 646 people are saying

The Peacock Den 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Best Ambience

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Healthy

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Peacock Den delights guests with "incredibly delicious food," a "calm ambiance," and "attentive service." It's perfect for romantic dates, boasting a "great atmosphere" and "amazing cocktails." Regulars praise its "exceptional food" and "extensive wine list." With "friendly staff" and "cozy seating," it's a "hidden gem" in The Basin.
646 Reviews
  1. Deanne

    Victoria2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. The concept great. The energy was at a fantastic level, along with the service. The attention to detail (right down to the fanciest toilets I have ever seen) was just lovely

    Is this helpful?

  2. Fiona

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love dining at this beautiful venue. Great food, stunning bathroom and delicious food and cocktails. My absolute favourite restaurant in Melbourne.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Paula

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, courses spaced very well, staff friendly and attentive, great atmosphere, a little overpriced though.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Carly

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exception food as usual and great cocktail recommendation. 10/10

    Is this helpful?

  5. Narelle

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a new experience for us, but we loved the fact that the share plates were big enough for the 2 of us. We originally had chosen 4 shared dishes, but after the first dish, we reduced it to 3. The food was beautiful and certainly plentiful! And our waitress was awesome, highly recommend :-)

    Is this helpful?

  6. Jenny

    Melbourne2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was terrible, they did tell us they were down a staff member but if you are aware, service will suffer, maybe offer a round of drinks on the house? We were served our first meal before any drinks came out even though we ordered drinks 30 minutes before food!! Servers were also visibly stressed and therefor a little rude. Food was good. Cocktail prices are ridiculous.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Stacey

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect! Everything was perfect for my birthday dinner with friends. Ease of booking, friendly and above and beyond staff. Incredible food and drinks, the cocktails are delicious! The overall feel was just great. Really really happy, thank you for a great night.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Neil

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Impeccable service and amazing food coupled with the phenomenal atmosphere that allowed My wife and I to have a lovely date. The decor is amazing and absolutely love the couches and the set up the food had phenomenal flavours and the wine was outstanding. All in all a top 10 place that we have been. Can’t wait to bring our friends there.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Johanna

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, amazing wine list, beautiful breeze through big open windows on a lovely summer evening with friends. This place is a big draw card in The Basin! Staff were super friendly and helpful. They adapted a couple of dishes for us which was fab. Would definitely recommend to others as a good place for a meal to celebrate , or just because!

    Is this helpful?

  10. Robyn

    Victoria1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Ambience cosy and cool decor. Food was tasty but lacked salad options. Cocktails were good an extensive beverage list. It was very warm day and air conditioning wasn’t working well. Service was a bit disappointing- 1 staff not enough. Overall felt it was a little expensive at $100 per head.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

The Peacock Den is rated 4.6 stars by 646 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for The Peacock Den

381 Forest Rd, The Basin, AU-VIC 3154

Additional information

  • Area
    The Basin
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample parking spaces available in parking lot on opposite side of the main road.
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gareth Elstob
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo