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Hellenic Republic

434 Lygon St, Brunswick East, Melbourne, Victoria 3057, Australia
03 9381 1222
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Ranked #14 of 2,425 restaurants in Melbourne
4.5 of 5 stars 107 Reviews
Cuisines: Greek
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Been meaning to check it out for a while... Wasn't expecting an overwhelming experience based on some shabby reviews but i have to admit we were fairly impressed. Nice hearty wholesome food, fantastic service (as you'd expect with all the experience) and the place had a nice vibe. Not the best restaurant in Melbourne but i don't think they are... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Overpriced, over rated.... Greek food australianised.... Did not like the crowd that was there More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

We have been here several times. Every time the food and alcohol has been (in my opinion) comparatively overpriced and the staff have been terribly rude. We usually come with a group of at least 6 people. The music is always to loud-you can hardly speak to the person seating next to you but when we asked the staff to... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

First thing is you must book. We went on a Tuesday night and we could only get a table for two at 8:15pm having rang early that same day. This was fine but I suppose because we didn't book earlier, we got a table near the back. I had a view of the corridor to the toilets and the service... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

We have been here a couple of times now. Every time we have loved it. Great for family dining as it is best to share meals like true Greek food should be. Love love love the grain salad, and their fig and cheese dish. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

The food here is wonderful, which I guess is what you go for, but when you can't here your fellow diners speak, there is a problem. I imagine breakfast or lunch here would be better if you actually want to have a conversation with someone. More

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Sydney Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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As you walk through the front entrance you are transcended into an eatery that could be anywhere in Greece. The ambience, the noise, the activity. Our waiter, Jess, was most attentive, friendly and helpful. Overhearing conversations from other tables one got the impression that the staff have been well-trained. However, our Jess was outstanding! There's a wide variety of dishes... More

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See 5 more reviews by WellTravelledAussie2 for Melbourne
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

We went there with very high expectations sfter all the reviews, but left disappointed. Maybe not our type of place.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Had the sharing menu with 3 friends, I thought there might be only small morsels of food and I would leave hungry as with previous expereinces of shared meals , however there was so much food, by the end I had to fight to try dessert. And so much beautifully presented and well cooked food as well. Wine was fantastic,... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

We have been to two of the venues in this stable of Restaurants (the other being St Katherines in Kew) and I have been disappointed in both - somehow they're both just missing something with their Menus which are Greek inspired. I expected something a little more adventurous from George Calombaris - something that would make me go 'wow' and... More

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