Ginger Olive Restaurant & Grill
RESTAURANT / CAFÉ / EVENTS / BAR
located at the heart of Melbourne CBD
Ginger Olive Restaurant & Grill is a Contemporary Australian Fusion and Multi-Cuisine restaurant & grill renowned for BBQ, ribs, steaks and grills. Bursting with flavour using the best and freshest local produce and ingredients Victoria has to offer, Ginger Olive is simply the best steak and grill restaurant in Melbourne CBD. Ginger Olive Restaurant & Grill is a redefined Casual dining spot in an elegant premium ambiance with a relaxed, friendly and welcoming environment that promises an amazing and memorable dining experience, value for money accompanied with uncompromising bespoke warm service.
Ginger Olive Restaurant & Grill is the ideal place for Group bookings, Social & Intimate Private Events, Corporate Meeting and Functions. Up-market offsite catering for exclusive and discerning events offering flexible, personalised menus that suit every preference and requirement.
Ginger Olive Restaurant & Grill Menu
Ginger Olive Restaurant and Grill offers an amazing menu selection ranging from classic and contemporary entrees and salads, bao buns, burgers, traditional pasta and stir-fried noodles, BBQ, Ribs, steaks and our very popular Sharing Signature Platters and weekend Brunch specialties. Ginger Olive Restaurant and Grill also has great Promotional offers; Weekdays Irresistible Value Lunch Offers, Early Dinner Sommelier Select wine deal and Weekend Family and Group Offers. Ginger Olive Restaurant & Grill extensive beverage menu ranging from classic and popular cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, specialty coffee and teas and on-premise wines that can only be enjoyed from our restaurant. So Ginger Olive Restaurant and Grill invites you to come in and experience “A Taste and Experience To Remember”.
Meet The Chef
Multi-Award Winning Eduardo Jalijali. Eduardo has been in the culinary as Executive Chef and hospitality industry as Director of Food and Beverage for over 43 years. Working in various luxury and 5-star hotels in Australia and overseas, Eduardo has brought all of his talents, experience, knowledge, passion and love of food into Ginger Olive Restaurant & Grill. Eduardo loves incorporating different flavours and fresh ingredients in order to create amazing food bursting with flavour. Eduardo and his team at Ginger Olive Restaurant and Grill promises a fantastic and memorable dining experience accompanied with uncompromising bespoke warm service.
Experience a taste to remember at Melbourne's best steak and grill restaurant
Exquisite and amazing food, bespoke and personalised service for a Memorable Dining Experience at Ginger Olive Restaurant and Grill, Melbourne CBD.
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We had such a wonderful experience for our first time dining here! You can really tell how much care goes into the food—it was completely delicious. The service was super friendly and attentive, making the whole meal memorable. We’ll definitely dine in again! Thank you for the great service!😊
Gladz O
03:22 17 Aug 26
Every staffs are so warm and friendly, likely this is the best genuine warm services we had in our 1 week stay.
Raymond Lim
23:30 16 Aug 26
We had a wonderful dining experience for dinner at this restaurant, unfortunately we took no photos. Our prawn starter only had 3 Prawns with the Mango salad which while on the smaller side was a lovely start to the meal and felt just right. The steak was cooked to perfection and as ordered, and the duck gnocchi was a stand-out. The carbonara was delicious and not too creamy. We had room for dessert and the pandan creme brulee was yummy but a little overpowering so did not finish but nice to try, and the chocolate torte and sticky date pudding were divine. Atmosphere was fantastic and staff were wonderful, thank you for a great dining experience. Pricing was reasonable for the fantastic food, and not too over-priced compared to what you may pay elsewhere.
Rachel
03:41 16 Aug 26
We had such a wonderful dining experience here recently. Every dish was presented beautifully, especially the calamari, which was served with such vibrant, fresh edible flowers that it felt like a work of art on the plate.The portions were generous and everything tasted incredibly fresh. We particularly loved the garlic bread, which arrived perfectly toasted and golden brown, making it the perfect side to our main meals. We left feeling completely satisfied and cannot wait to come back.
Lina Meier
18:35 13 Aug 26
We booked because we needed a quick dinner before seeing a show. We don't usually eat so early and apparently neither does anyone else. Anyway we were both pleasantly surprised by our lovely meals at Ginger Olive. My husband ordered Baby Back Ribs and as soon as he cut into them I could see how tender they were- the meat literally fell off the bone. Very tasty and came with salad. I ordered a steak, rare. It came cooked to perfection also accompanied by a really nice salad and mushroom sauce. We both cleaned our plates. One of the nicer meals we have had lately and at quite a good pricepoint. We will come again when we aren't pressed for time, the desserts looked great but we had to rush off. The service was also great. We had a cocktail and a cider as well. Great!
A Bartlett
00:31 13 Aug 26
Food and service was good
Ron Smith
10:54 12 Aug 26
Great food (seafood platter special on a Thurs night), wonderful service and atmosphere. Seafood cooked beautifully.
B
06:29 02 Aug 26
Beautiful place, great service and the gnochi was perfect. Absolutely loved it.
Wesley Dlugosz
07:19 29 Jul 26
Very percect celebrate my bf's bday at here! The environment very nice and all staff are friendly!!! Mostly recommend their food very delicious!!! 😋
JW_ng
08:17 25 Jul 26
I ordered steak and it was sooo good. The carrot puree with salad is amazing! The staff members were all great!
Rhoda S M
09:25 24 Jul 26
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐We hosted our Melbourneteam dinner at Ginger Olive today with 19 guests and it was an absolutely wonderful evening from start to finish!From the very first interaction with Eduardo and his team, the level of professionalism, warmth and genuine care shown throughout the entire planning process was outstanding. Every request we made — from vegetarian menu alternatives, individual alternate serve plating, extended dining time, a dedicated Service Manager and a complimentary welcome drink — was accommodated without hesitation and delivered flawlessly on the night.The food was exceptional. The 3-Course Set Menu 2 was a real highlight — the Fresh Filled Ravioli was beautifully light and flavourful, the Duo of Ribs and Reef & Beef were generous and impressive, the Seared Tasmanian Salmon was elegantly presented, and the Crispy Eggplant Parmigiana was a wonderful vegetarian addition that Eduardo kindly arranged for us. Desserts were the perfect finish to a wonderful meal.What truly stood out was how seamlessly the team managed 19 guests — every dish arrived together, every guest was looked after, and the service throughout the evening was attentive, professional and genuinely warm. Our dedicated Service Manager was exceptional and made the entire evening run effortlessly.Ginger Olive is a hidden gem on Flinders Lane and we could not recommend it more highly for corporate group dining. We will absolutely be back and will not hesitate to recommend it to our colleagues and friends.Thank you Eduardo and the entire Ginger Olive team — you made our team dinner truly memorable! 🙏
Vineet Roongta
11:46 23 Jul 26
Friendly staff ， tasty food
WING KIN YUNG
13:08 20 Jul 26
Very very good food 😋
Guido Gattinoni
09:27 17 Jul 26
The vegetarian dishes were very impressive. Truffle mushroom risotto and homemade cheese ravioli.
Lia Hau
13:59 14 Jul 26
We ordered:🍖 reef & beefMy bf loves the beef short ribs (in the reef & beef). It was tender and fall off the bones. The barramundi also cooked well.🐷 chargrill bbq porkThis one is my favourite. The sauce is just heaven! And the pork was juicy and flavourful.Their salad on the side was good too. Good amount of dressing.We were asked about drink like 5 times (by every diff staff there), so that was a bit annoying. But I guest thats because they have so many staff but wasnt busy yet.
Lidya Ertanto
12:23 10 Jul 26
They make a great carbonara!
Uvini Ranaweera
11:53 08 Jul 26
Nice food and the platter is a must so you can try everything.The staff, Wilson, is very friendly.We are having a good time at the restaurant.
Yos William
05:10 05 Jul 26
A last minute decision to come here on a Tuesday night ended up being a very good one. Fantastic service and even better food. Look forward to coming back!!!
George Stagias
13:53 30 Jun 26
Great service and food was delicious
Ange. io
04:35 24 Jun 26
My wife and I live on the Gold Coast and came for one weeks break, shopping etc in Melbourne. We came across this restaurant by chance. Around 4 30pm on the last day before heading back to the Gold Coast. What a shame we didn't eat there on our first night. The hole experience from when we entered the Ginger Olive was outstanding. Such wonderful people greeted us and took us to our table. The food all in all, was outstanding ( 5 stars from start to finish). If your ever in Melbourne, you must visit Ginger Olive and see how a restaurant should be run. Well done to all the staff there for giving me and my wife a truly wonderful experience. Thank you all again and Carol and I will definitely becoming back asap. Kindest Regards from two very and grateful customers. Keep up the great work. Patrick & Carol .
Patrick Corrigan
11:42 15 Jun 26
Amazing food and great service
Sharyn Stockdale
03:31 15 Jun 26
We had been wanting to visit Ginger & Olive since 2023, but never managed to get there until last night, and I can honestly say it was absolutely worth the wait!From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. We ordered the BBQ chicken, crispy prawns, and grilled calamari, and every dish was paired beautifully. The food was an easy 10/10. As someone who loves grilled food and has had plenty of it over the years, I don't say this lightly: the BBQ chicken was perfection. Marinated in plum sauce, it was incredibly juicy, succulent, and cooked with the perfect amount of char from the grill. Every bite was packed with flavour.A special mention to Diane, who looked after us throughout the evening. She was warm, attentive, and genuinely lovely. She took the time to double-check our order and recommended desserts that turned out to be the highlight of the night.We finished with the sticky pudding and dark chocolate tart, and both were absolutely delicious. The sticky pudding, in particular, was hands down one of the best I've ever had.What made the experience even more special was seeing the owners, husband and wife, actively involved in the restaurant. They were helping staff with everything, even setting up chairs, and taking the time to check in with customers to make sure everyone was enjoying their meal. That level of care and hands-on involvement was genuinely heartwarming to see.Fantastic food, wonderful service, amazing desserts, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We won't be waiting another two years before coming back!
Shrish Singh
08:00 07 Jun 26
Had a wonderful dining experience at Ginger Olive. The food was absolutely amazing full of flavour, beautifully presented, and cooked perfectly. The service was also excellent; the staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome throughout the evening.Highly recommend the slow cooked beef ribs and steaks. Great food, great service, and a fantastic atmosphere. Will definitely be back!
Thydus Abella
00:10 06 Jun 26
A must-try if you’re looking for a good restaurant in the city. The grilled pork is a standout, and don’t leave without trying their halo-halo dessert. Definitely worth the visit!
Marvie Rosal
03:57 26 May 26
We came here in a large group for an after wedding lunch. The service was absolutely top notch, and the food was exceptional.The short ribs and sticky date everyone was raving about, but we also had the seafood and steak and they were both amazing too.Thank you for having us and helping make our special day even more special. 🥰
Sara Rodger
06:11 22 May 26
What a great place for a meal. Fantastic service and great food. Not much more to say.
Graeme Pearce
04:14 22 May 26
Reserved a function for a wedding anniversary, great high quality food accompanied with very kind, friendly, helpful and understanding staff that provided super efficient service and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Thanks guys! We will be back.
Lance Eugenio
03:09 05 May 26
Fantastic food. Good service. Recommended
Rob Wool
09:34 14 Apr 26
In a central location and serving up great food and service. We had the barramundi and steak. An excellent steak for sure one of the best value yet, and the Barra was great too apparently. The coconut and Pandan creme brulee featured too. Well worth a visit.
Michael Williams
04:25 10 Apr 26
We ate here both nights on our trip to Melbourne. Food, service, and the company of the owners was great.
Robert Rushford
09:44 05 Apr 26
Ribeye streaks were very good.
Colten Turner
21:51 04 Apr 26
I loved their steak a lot i hope next time if i come again i will try their steak again 😇
Ruslan Voronin
11:04 26 Mar 26
我們點了肋眼牛排與BBQ豬肋排，真的非常美味，讓我們在墨爾本的旅行有個完美的結尾。
Hsin Yi Chen
09:48 21 Mar 26
I think this was the best short ribs I ever had in a restaurant. Fat content is limited. It is all meat. Well cooked and spiced.We also had seafood pasta which the kids loved. Service was excellent. Highly recommended.
Ahmad Obeid
01:52 17 Mar 26
Top class beef rib cooked really tender. Very warm service staff Ms Ivy. A++++++++++ restaurant. We were really lucky to stumble upon it.
GBF
09:03 15 Mar 26
Great location and atmosphere and food
Demaris Milburn
10:33 13 Mar 26
Came for dinner after the F1 on Friday night. Our 2nd visit. Great food, great service. We had the mixed reef and beef and the gnocchi. Both delicious. Will definitely be back.
Azmara Davey
06:03 11 Mar 26
The slow cooked ribs are sensational.
Adina Radu
02:59 11 Mar 26
Randomly stumbled across this place while looking for food and everywhere was packed after the F1, this place had a few tables. We were blown away by this place. The food was gorgeous and the staff even more so. Could not finish the food as the serves were gigantic. Would come here with a large group next time, so nothing goes to waste. Thank you for a wonderful meal!
Annie
08:19 08 Mar 26
My partner and I were visiting from Sydney and stumbled across this place during our day out . Stated we would be back for dinner as we did. Best decision ever the food and service were second to none . The atmosphere was cozy warm and friendly . We will definently be back on our next visit . Thanks guys for a great experience 😊
Denise Chalcraft
00:19 24 Feb 26
Celebrated my birthday dinner at Ginger Olive and it was truly wonderful! Delicious food, warm and attentive service, and a cozy, stylish atmosphere made the night extra special. Highly recommended — I’ll definitely be back again for sure!
Yuni Irvine
10:29 21 Feb 26
The food was really good. The staff was very kind and attentive.
Ditta Lajter
00:28 18 Feb 26
This place is amazing,the steak here is outstanding, long time I didn't eat a steak that great,the surprise was not the steak it was the salad too, we ordered salad ,fille steak,and tenderloin steak,of course the way you like some like it well done some like it medium, the service is awesome 👌, I think the waiters name is franka if I'm not mistaken.I recommend this place for you great meal.
hassan alwassia
11:32 15 Feb 26
Great meal at Ginger Olive. I had the reef and beef. The beef melted off the bone. The prawns were delicious. Staff were so friendly. Look forward to returning and trying more dishes.
Azmara Davey
22:23 14 Feb 26
Excellent food, service and atmosphere! Highly recommended!
Jed Ednalino
09:14 27 Jan 26
Lovely Staff very attentive, Great Cocktails, Food was well presented and well priced,Was a nice change to be able to hear everyone at the table than shouting over music!Great evening!!
Stephanie Downey
11:19 25 Jan 26
We visited for the first time last night with my family and were delighted with the entire experience. The staff were welcoming, attentive, and friendly. Our food arrived quickly and tasted wonderful, and the atmosphere was lovely. We’ll definitely be returning.
Paola La Rosa
01:16 25 Jan 26
Cosy, welcoming, and quietly tucked away in Manchester Lane - it feels like a calm little hideout. Great service and genuinely unique flavours.Highlights were the grilled calamari (perfectly cooked) and the pandan coconut panna cotta (fragrant + not too sweet). Can’t wait to go back!
A K
12:01 20 Jan 26
Thank you to the amazing team for another outstanding meal. We shared the BBQ meat platter for two — incredibly tender and packed with flavour. We’ve dined here twice in a month and both visits were flawless, whether for a large group or an intimate table for two. Every dish was exceptional. Our new Melbourne favourite.
sally young
22:04 10 Jan 26
We had a lovely dinner at Ginger Olive — wonderful food, a chilled atmosphere, and great staff.
Dmitry Spirt
01:34 10 Jan 26
Had a fantastic dinner at Ginger Olive.We started with a mixed grill-style platter featuring perfectly cooked seafood, crispy onion rings, grilled vegetables, and a beautifully seasoned sausage — everything was fresh, hot, and full of flavour.For mains, the pasta dishes really stood out. The gnocchi in rich, slow-cooked ragu was comforting and hearty, while the rigatoni with meat sauce was deeply savoury and generously portioned. Paired with a smooth Chianti, it was an excellent combination.The atmosphere is lively but relaxed, service was attentive without being intrusive, and the food came out promptly. Great spot for a cozy dinner or a catch-up with friends. Will definitely be back.
Kyle
11:57 07 Jan 26
Style barbecue en pleine ville avec un chef au top 👌Un personnel très sympathiqueL Angus est formidable et succulent
Les clés Du Cotentin
22:08 02 Jan 26
First time eating here, was supposed to eat at the Trattoria next door but the manager was bit snarky when we asked for an available table.Glad we actually walked to here instead. The staff were all approachable. There was an elderly couple which I believe are the owners and are helping out around the restaurant.The food was amazing and wasn’t a super long wait even though it was a busy day on a Saturday (Dec 27). We ordered a platter for 2 and a risotto on the side.It’s a gem in this laneway and would be back to try our their other dishes :)
Tanya Bins
10:01 30 Dec 25
First time visiting Melbourne. Found this little gem on the 1st night. The food was that good I visited on my 2nd night too.The staff were brilliant, the food was beautiful. You could tell it was freshly made. Definitely worth a visit.
Neil Dunstan
08:13 14 Dec 25
A hidden gem in Manchester lane in Melbourne CBD close to Flinders Station. All our orders were cooked to perfection - BBQ Baby Back Pork ribs was fantastic. Seafood Linguine was amazing and the Grilled Calamari Aglio was so tasty.Service was great and even got better when we met the beautiful and kind owner couple. I would definitely recommend it to friends and family.Hats off to Betty and Eddie ! We did have a great time in your restaurant and we will be back for sure.
87MEUST
11:55 09 Dec 25
음식 맛있게 잘먹었습니다. 친절하고 분위기 좋아서 좋았습니다.
David Chae
13:16 08 Dec 25
Great BBQ shared platter, meat was tender and nicely flavoured. Both the service staff were great, offering good portioning recommendations.
Sharine Boey
07:02 06 Dec 25
Great food and excellent service.Delicious meal,friendly staff, and a cozy atmosphere .👌❤️
Cristopher Sta Ana
04:41 16 Nov 25
Fantastic food & friendly service in nice informal ambiente. Both kids and adults loved the food. 100% recommend.
Pascal Zihlmann
03:15 15 Nov 25
First visit to this restaurant and I’m impressed with not just the food but the service as well, the BBQ Pork Burger and Sticky Date Pudding were so amazing and lovely
Jun Phua
03:19 14 Nov 25
The good was great and the server was very friendly and everyone cared to provide service and the most important part the food was good.
Peter
03:18 10 Nov 25
It was great food. Nice venue and great location
Alex Lefevre
10:33 07 Nov 25