Ripponlea Food and Wine

4.7

159 Reviews

$41 to $100

Mediterranean

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2 people

Mar 7, 2025

7:30 PM

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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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Location
15 Glen Eira Rd, Ripponlea, AU-VIC 3185
Phone number
(03) 8804 1313
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Modern European, Australian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa

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

Offers

Steak Night $30
Multiple dates available
Thu - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$30 Porterhouse at your favourite local! Full a la carte menu available from 5pm.
Pasta + Wine $40
Multiple dates available
Wed - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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.

Steak tartare, Worcestershire emulsion, home-made lavoshA$28.00
Calamari, chilli, confit garlic, sherry, crispy rosemary, chorizo crumbA$25.00
Burrata, confit baby tomato, Nduja crumble, basil oilA$29.00
Hiramasa kingfish crudo, tomato consomme, pickled shallot, ruby red grapefruit, horseradish creamA$30.00
Turmeric & maple glazed cauliflower florets, macadamia hommus, orange, kale crispsA$22.00

Third Mains

Pumpkin and pecorino ravioli, burnt butter, hazelnut crema, crispy sageA$37.00
Half grilled chicken, parsnip puree, Madeira chicken jusA$43.00
Lobster spaghetti aglio e olio, chilli & garlic, crispy caper pangrattatoA$44.00
250g PorterhouseA$45.00
220g Eye FilletA$55.00
Crispy gnocchi, grilled eggplant & stewed tomato sugo, stracciatellaA$38.00
Beef short rib, Jerusalem artichoke puree, gremolataA$46.00
Baby barramundi pan seared, beurre blanc, peas & pea gel, cauliflower puréeA$40.00

Sides

Fries, pecorino, truffle mayoA$17.00
Brussels, Parmesan emulsion, truffle honeyA$18.00
Eggplant chips, burnt onion aioliA$18.00
Crispy potato pavéA$8.00
Zelda’s olive bread & truffle butterA$3.00
Apple, cabbage, candied walnut & cos saladA$16.00
Asparagus, saffron cream, pangrattatoA$12.00

Desserts

Apple and almond frangipane tarte tatin with honey mascarponeA$19.50
Molten callebaut dark chocolate fondant & malt ice-creamA$23.90
Raspberry sorbet with gin & tonic jelly & mint sugar crispA$19.50
Limoncello meringue tart deconstructed with limoncello zabaglione, biscuit crumble, meringue & raspberry coulisA$18.00
Golden gaytime chocolate dome, with honeycomb, peanut praline & warm caramel sauceA$21.50
3 CHEESE PLATEA$32.00
Woombye ash brie, Marcel Petite comté, Saint Angel triple cream blue

Digestives

AMARO MONTENEGROA$11.00
Italian 'liqueur of the virtues' served on the rocks with orange
BROOKIE'S MACA$13.00
Aussie made (Byron Bay) macadamia liqueur served on the rocks with lime
PEDRO XIMENEZA$11.00
A Spanish velvety, rich, dark sherry, served neat
RFW ESPRESSO MARTINIA$23.00
Captain Morgans, kahlua, fresh espresso, French vanilla syrup
DISARONNOA$11.00
Italian almond flavoured liqueur, served on the rocks with lemon
GRAND MARNIERA$15.00
French, orange flavoured liqueur, served on the rocks with orange
LIMONCELLOA$13.00
Traditional Italian lemon liqueur made in Sorrento, served neat and ice cold
2017 NOBLE ONE BOTRYTIS SEMILLONA$18.00
Australia's favourite sticky...rich, luscious marmalade & apricot decadence
RFW AFFOGATOA$21.00
Traditional, Dimattina espresso coffee, vanilla bean ice cream, choice of liqueur

What 159 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Good for business meals
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Innovative
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Great for creative cocktails
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Neighborhood gem
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Great for fine wines
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Good for special occasions
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Review summary

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Ripponlea Food and Wine offers a "gem" of a dining experience with "amazing" food, "excellent service," and a "wonderful atmosphere." Patrons praise the diverse menu, featuring standout dishes like steak and lobster pasta. The extensive wine selection and personalized service make it a "highly recommended" spot for special occasions.

159 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
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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MikeC
Melbourne
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
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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Amy
Victoria
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was good and the staff were very friendly. I was excited to come here as the reviews I read were all positive. I bought the express lunch package which came with 2 canapés, a main, a drink (wine/beer) and a tea/coffe. I don’t drink alcohol so I asked if i could swap My wine with any kind of alcohol-free option. I was told no sorry, so I paid an extra $16 for a mocktail which was flavoured water and ice with an orange slice. The food was tasty, however, I made the mistake of ordering the burramundi. The serving was merger and it really needed a side for it to be substantial, however as I had pre ordered the lunch package there was no menu on the table and the wait staff did not recommend it may need a side. I felt hungry afterwards. The coffee was nice but I couldn’t finish it because I didnt want to risk over caffeinating myself while still hungry. The experience put a bit of a dampener on my day. It’s not a great feeling walking out hungry after spending $70 ish on a meal. I had to go to the grocery store and buy fruit immediately after as I needed the energy to enjoy my afternoon. I don’t think you should feel hungry after a $80 lunch, this could be avoided in future by paying a bit more attention to balancing the portion sizes in the lunch deals, or communicate to patrons they may need to order an extra dish.
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Mich
VIP
Melbourne
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gorgeous neighbourhood gem! Great food & atmosphere.
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Cezary
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dinner occasion at this great restaurant. The food, the service and the ambience were superb. Ripponlea Food & Wine is a gem.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing, do the champagne special 35 per head totally worth it! Great food beef ribs delicious.
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Baden
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Friendly welcome, prompt service, very good recommendations from the menu. Catered for vegetarian, good value for happy hour cocktails, steak night. Excellent service from waitress. Food well presented and very tasty.
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Trish
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding on all counts - food, service, ambience - absolutely highly recommend RF&W as exceptional value for money on a special night out!
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BRANDON
Melbourne
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Went for steak night but meat was full of fat and gristle. Hard job cutting it with a steak knife. Not cooked over flame, more likely a hot plate. Served rare as requested but not a drop of blood as dry. Disappointed as expected far better and tastier food. Shame.
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Kate
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great steak night with adult children. Good local venue
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Ripponlea Food and Wine is rated 4.7 stars by 159 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

Mar 7, 2025

7:30 PM

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At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

15 Glen Eira Rd, Ripponlea, AU-VIC 3185

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(03) 8804 1313
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Modern European, Australian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa

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Dining areas

Additional information

Bottomless bubbles add on (lunch bookings only)

Shared Dining Menu

2 course dining menu

Steak Night $30

Pasta + Wine $40

First Canapés

Bruleed chicken liver paté tartletA$11.00

Potato rosti, mushroom duxelle, leek cream, goats cheese, candied walnutsA$9.00

Ocean trout gougère, horseradish, dill, pickled shallotsA$11.00

Coffin bay farm oysters, limoncello granita - 1/2 dozenA$39.00

Second Entrees

Steak tartare, Worcestershire emulsion, home-made lavoshA$28.00

Calamari, chilli, confit garlic, sherry, crispy rosemary, chorizo crumbA$25.00

Burrata, confit baby tomato, Nduja crumble, basil oilA$29.00

Hiramasa kingfish crudo, tomato consomme, pickled shallot, ruby red grapefruit, horseradish creamA$30.00

Turmeric & maple glazed cauliflower florets, macadamia hommus, orange, kale crispsA$22.00

Third Mains

Pumpkin and pecorino ravioli, burnt butter, hazelnut crema, crispy sageA$37.00

Half grilled chicken, parsnip puree, Madeira chicken jusA$43.00

Lobster spaghetti aglio e olio, chilli & garlic, crispy caper pangrattatoA$44.00

250g PorterhouseA$45.00

220g Eye FilletA$55.00

Crispy gnocchi, grilled eggplant & stewed tomato sugo, stracciatellaA$38.00

Beef short rib, Jerusalem artichoke puree, gremolataA$46.00

Baby barramundi pan seared, beurre blanc, peas & pea gel, cauliflower puréeA$40.00

Sides

Fries, pecorino, truffle mayoA$17.00

Brussels, Parmesan emulsion, truffle honeyA$18.00

Eggplant chips, burnt onion aioliA$18.00

Crispy potato pavéA$8.00

Zelda’s olive bread & truffle butterA$3.00

Apple, cabbage, candied walnut & cos saladA$16.00

Asparagus, saffron cream, pangrattatoA$12.00

Desserts

Apple and almond frangipane tarte tatin with honey mascarponeA$19.50

Molten callebaut dark chocolate fondant & malt ice-creamA$23.90

Raspberry sorbet with gin & tonic jelly & mint sugar crispA$19.50

Limoncello meringue tart deconstructed with limoncello zabaglione, biscuit crumble, meringue & raspberry coulisA$18.00

Golden gaytime chocolate dome, with honeycomb, peanut praline & warm caramel sauceA$21.50

3 CHEESE PLATEA$32.00

Digestives

AMARO MONTENEGROA$11.00

BROOKIE'S MACA$13.00

PEDRO XIMENEZA$11.00

RFW ESPRESSO MARTINIA$23.00

DISARONNOA$11.00

GRAND MARNIERA$15.00

LIMONCELLOA$13.00

2017 NOBLE ONE BOTRYTIS SEMILLONA$18.00

RFW AFFOGATOA$21.00

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