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Punch Lane

43 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
(03) 9639 4944
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Ranked #155 of 2,426 restaurants in Melbourne
4.0 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Cuisines: International
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Melbourne CBD
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Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Melbourne CBD
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Melbourne, Australia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Punch Lane is a favourite place for a lazy lunch, particularly on a Friday! The service is always friendly, food is fantastic and the wine list is always interesting. Highly recommend for a romantic lunch for two - you'll feel like you're in a french bistro! More

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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

An outstanding lunch, amazing service, the food was divine ( crab risotto !!!!!!!!) & wine was well recommended. Nice to meet an established owner that loves & cares so much about customer experience. and Great Value More

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Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

been here a few times and can see why some people complain about the noise. It's small, cosy and popular which means if you're there for a quiet meal you'll get lost in the noise of other tables getting a little raucous after a few bottles. The food's always good. Last time I was there we popped in late. The... More

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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

Dined here with my partner on a busy friday night. The noise level was bordering on unacceptable, but the wine list compensated. Some very interesting European wines and some well thought out Australian selections. Cheese selection was excellent. Our mains were not so great (perhaps a very unhappy cow that delivered some tough steak or a chef that was in... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012
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Very knowledgeable staff assisted us with selections from the extensive wine list and although we didn't eat, there seemed to be meals available. Very quiet, mid week, but conveniently located for a quick catch up or to sit outside and watch Little Bourke Street in the evening. More

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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012
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Just stopped for a wine or two. The place was laid back yet with class. The staff helped describe the wines which I wasn't familiar with and did so in a friendly and helpful manner - they even provided a taste of a wine before I ordered. Whilst it certainly wasn't cheap it was a great place to go for... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

We went mid week pre-theatre. Whilst the food was tasty, the portions were quite small and there were very few choices- basically five entree's and five mains to choose from. The main serving of lamb rump was tiny and was served in a bowl. The entree was even smaller. In all, 2 glasses of wine, 1 entree and two mains... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012
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Plust the service, the food and fantastic selection of wines. The atmospher is very laid back with more than a touch of class. The service was friendly and, although very busy, diligent. The food was great with the influence of the French chief. We will defiantly be going back. More

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See 4 more reviews by WayneandLeigh for Melbourne
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012
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If you are after a pre-theatre dinner or even just a drink, this is a great spot. It's not only handly to some of Melbourne's best theatres but it also does great food and wine. We stumbled upon it and were impressed. Intend returning. More

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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012
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The menu- wine and service are simply stunning! The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable and it is the service which will blow you away! More

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