Plateja Caranda
Bright, airy dining room at Plateja Caranda with linen-covered tables, eucalyptus sprigs, and daylight streaming through large windows

Restaurant & Bar

Seasonal Dining & Craft Bar in Southbank

Plateja Caranda is a modern Australian restaurant and bar in Southbank, Melbourne, serving seasonal farm-to-table dishes alongside craft beer, cocktails, and a curated wine list. The venue also houses a licensed offline casino, open 24/7.

8 Whiteman Street, Southbank, Melbourne, VIC 3006
Restaurant hours: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM daily · Casino floor open 24/7 for guests 21+

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Our Philosophy

Farm-to-Table, Season by Season

Our kitchen works directly with Victorian growers and producers to build menus around what is at its peak. Dishes change with the seasons, showcasing the best of Australian produce with a modern, unfussy approach.

We partner with local farms in the Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula, and the menu changes quarterly with specials reflecting daily market availability. Native Australian ingredients appear where they add genuine flavour and a sense of place.

A Room That Feels Like Daylight

The dining room is designed as a modern glasshouse: linen whites, sandstone greys, and eucalyptus green accents. Natural light fills the space by day, while warm amber lighting creates a relaxed evening atmosphere. Architectural cards and botanical touches replace velvet and gold, and an open kitchen is visible from select tables. Seating suits intimate dinners and larger groups.

Roasted barramundi with fennel, citrus segments, and native greens on a handmade ceramic plate
A seasonal plate from our kitchen

Lunch & Dinner

Menus That Follow the Market

Lunch

A lighter, quicker menu designed for the Southbank lunch crowd, featuring seasonal salads, sandwiches, and a selection of mains. Perfect for a business lunch or a relaxed midday meal.

  • Charred cos salad with macadamia, buttermilk dressing
  • Grass-fed beef burger with house pickles
  • Barramundi with fennel and citrus

Available 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM daily
Two-course express lunch option available

Dinner

An à la carte dinner menu that changes with the seasons, featuring share plates, mains, and desserts. The evening menu leans into the restaurant's farm-to-table strengths with more substantial dishes.

  • Slow-cooked lamb shoulder with native pepper jus
  • Roasted pumpkin risotto with sage and pepitas
  • Dark chocolate and wattleseed tart

Available 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM daily
Chef's tasting menu available on request

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Craft Beer & Cocktails

Local Taps and Seasonal Sips

Craft Beer on Tap

Our tap list rotates regularly, featuring independent Victorian breweries and a few national favourites. Expect a mix of crisp lagers, hoppy IPAs, and seasonal releases.

  • Moon Dog Lager
  • Stomping Ground Pale Ale
  • Bridge Road Saison

8 rotating taps plus bottled and canned beers
Staff can recommend pairings with the menu

Seasonal Cocktails

The cocktail list changes with the seasons, using house-made syrups, fresh citrus, and Australian spirits. Light, botanical-driven drinks sit alongside a few classic renditions.

  • Yarra Spritz — local gin, elderflower, prosecco
  • Wattleseed Old Fashioned
  • Native Lime Margarita

Non-alcoholic options available
Happy hour 4–6 PM weekdays

See the full drinks list

Wine Cellar

A Cellar Built on Australian Terroir

Our wine list leans heavily on Victorian and Australian producers, with a curated selection of international bottles. The list is designed to complement the menu, with plenty of by-the-glass options.

  • Yarra Valley
  • Mornington Peninsula
  • McLaren Vale
  • Tasmania

Over 60 labels, with 12 available by the glass. A sommelier is available for pairing advice.

Chef Specials

This Season's Specials

Our chef creates a small number of specials each week based on the best produce available. These dishes are not on the regular menu and often sell out.

Grilled Octopus

With chorizo and romesco

Heirloom Tomato & Burrata

With basil oil

Roasted Duck Breast

With cherry and native pepper

Reservations

Book Your Table

Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Book online through OpenTable or call us directly. Walk-ins are welcome subject to availability.

+61 478 392 516

Groups of 8+ please call to arrange.

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Play Responsibly

Plateja Caranda is a licensed offline casino. We encourage responsible gambling. If you or someone you know needs support, contact Gambling Help Online 24/7 on 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.

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