25 Toorak Road - South Yarra

In an environment today where small tables are crammed together in minimalist style to maximise the diners per square foot I have found this magnificent restaurant 25 Toorak Road or 'Haggers' What a breath of fresh air!A charming place with an equally charming host and staff and it is how dining out is truly meant to beThe food is amazing but so many other venues offer that alsoWhat sets 25 Toorak apart is its elegant French style decor. Beautiful large tables and space in between that you can take your loved one or friends and feel it's a very private affair. Dennis the host is very engaging but also an astute operator and adeptly engages in conversation or leaves you with just the intimacy of you and your partner depending on the situationThe staff are well trained and attentive without being obtrusiveI love this place and I am very well versed in fine dining As something different we went to the famed Vue De Monde last week at 3 times the price and a view that you take in for a short time and seriously I would prefer 25 Toorak Road on any day for any occasion.If you're after a beautiful elegant romantic dining experience with amazing food and presentation you simply can't go past this wonderful restaurant.

First time recommended by our friends. Good wine list great recommendation by owner good price and a nice drop. I enjoyed my meal my wife felt hers was average our friends once again thought it was a nice meal one had the scampi which while tasty was a little on the small side. My veal was lovely. Good value as sides are included with mains. Lovely ambience and big tables which is a refreshing change. The owner is hands on and very demonstrative which some might find a little off putting, for me however I like a little bit of theatre when I go out. I would recommend and will return.

Great atmosphere & entree & desserts value for money, however, the main course prawns were overvalued. 5 fairly small prawns, (not King prawns), was fairly disappointing for $42. Service was good & the other 'meat' dishes looked value for money. I left feeling like I needed a pizza. I probably won't go back as I don't eat meat. For some, the meat dishes might work.

I had clients down from the country and decided to entertain at 25 Toorak Road. It was the perfect place- we could spread out our paperwork without any fuss; hear ourselves speak and of course get fantastic food and wine in a great atmosphere .We will be back!

We had a wonderful long lunch today at 25. The food was fantastic as was the service and as usual, Dennis was the perfect host. You can be assured of a great experience here and it's wonderful to be able to talk and be heard as tables are not really close. An elegant restaurant which serves up top quality food every time. One of our favourites in Melbourne.