Abacus Bar & Kitchen

Name: Abacus Bar & Kitchen
Address: 383 Chapel St, South Yarra, AU-VIC, Australia, 3141
Telephone: (03) 9824 1026
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.3

4.3

50 Reviews

$41 to $100

Australian

383 Chapel St, South Yarra, AU-VIC 3141

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2 people

Apr 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Lively
Good for groups

"Abacus bar & kitchen is a cafe concept that could and should be replicated and enjoyed all around the world.

It has embraced the 'all day dining' model with a breakfast menu that transforms into snacks and evening dining making it an option for any mood or customer. It also has a fully licensed drinks list and al fresco seating to suit the late afternoon spritz while people watching as one of Melbourne's busiest strips passes you by.

All of this inside one of Melbourne's best interior spaces, Abacus provides a casual dining experience to remember.

The food is good and honest, it has broken out of the traditional mould for opening hours, the customer service is elevated, sustainability is deeply rooted in their ethos and it's a design-driven space that you want to be in. These business characteristics harmoniously work together and the success of them shows in the lines of people waiting for tables to enjoy a meal here."

- future food

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Café
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue 7:00 am–4:00 pm Wed–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9824 1026
Website
http://abacusbar.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Dirk Roedig
Catering
We have a full catering offering that can bring Abacus directly to you anywhere in the city. <br /><br />Please email us at: catering@abacusbar.com.au for more information.
Private party facilities
With room for 150 guests, Abacus is the perfect venue to host your private event - sit down dinners, cocktail parties, product launches, bar mitzvahs or more. Please email events@abacusbar.com.au for further information.

Location
383 Chapel St, South Yarra, AU-VIC 3141
Neighborhood
South Yarra
Cross street
Near the corner of Chapel St & Commercial Road.
Parking details
Street parking is available as well as a public parking complex behind the building next to the Prahran Market.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Steak Night
A$25.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us at Abacus for our special Steak Night! For just $25, indulge in a delicious dry-aged steak, perfectly cooked to your liking and served with a side of crispy chips and a fresh salad. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a high-quality meal without breaking the bank. Come savour the flavours every Thursday night—your taste buds will thank you!
Bottomless Pasta Night
A$28.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us every Friday night for our amazing Bottomless Pasta — yes, you heard that right, unlimited bowls of pasta for just $28 per person! Indulge in endless bowls of our house-made pasta and savour every bite without breaking the bank. *All bottomless pasta seatings are strictly for 90 minutes.
Snack Menu
Multiple dates available
Our Snack Menu offers a delicious variety of bite-sized treats perfect for any occasion. Indulging savoury nibbles, each item is crafted to satisfy your cravings and complement your day. Whether you're looking for something light or a little more indulgent, there's a snack for every taste!

What 50 people are saying

Abacus Bar & Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Inner City South
Great for brunch
Inner City South
Good for business meals
Inner City South
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Abacus Bar & Kitchen delights with a welcoming atmosphere, "excellent food and service," and a vibrant setting. Highlights include their "amazing pasta nights" and "value-packed steak." The staff is praised for being "super friendly," and although some found the food inconsistent, the ambience and cocktails like the "Native berry sour" are standout features.

50 Reviews

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rebecca
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
"Divine appetisers and a value-packed steak night made for an unforgettable experience. The '’Native berry sour' cocktail quickly became a personal favourite. As a solo diner, I truly appreciated the warm atmosphere and staff who went above and beyond."
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Catherine
Bristol2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pasta night is AMAZING! really good selection of pastas and you can try loads of different ones it’s perfect!
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Michelle
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service with reasonable price. The beautiful plants and high ceilings add to the comfortable ambience. The only slight complaint was I ordered a squid ink linguine but it came as a fettuccine. Still yummy, but would have been nice to get a heads up.
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Paul
London3 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We have visited this place over the last 7 years on our annual trips to Australia. It seems to have changed, with a more limited menu and certainly shorter opening hours. The food was the greatest disappontment, it was just very very average. Too much came drenched in sauces, or additions of dressings or spices that destroyed the taste of the underlying meat, pasta or fish. a great disappointent to previous occasions and sadly we will not rush back . Service was Ok, not wow but acceptable
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Vivienne
London8 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall a great venue and one of the few places that offers a good selection of food, drinks and music late on a Sunday afternoon.
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Malcolm
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was fantastic! We ordered the unlimited pasta bowls on Friday evenings but only had 1 hour to get through everything. The staff were all super friendly and very considerate in working around this and pushing our food and cocktails through on a very timely basis. Food was also very delicious and ambience was great as well!
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Faith
County Durham3 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great vibes, disappointing food. This is my second time eating at Abacus because I love the open, bright atmosphere. However the food both times has left me disappointed. I had a chilli scrambled eggs this time, which is an Aussie brunch staple, but the focaccia was hard, the eggs dry and not silky and overall lacking flavour. Would recommend this place for a coffee, but that is all.
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Anne
Sydney1 review
2.0
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Only worth for loading up on carbs with their weekly value deals, otherwise overpriced and mostly for a good vibe. Lots of annoying fruit flies and flies too.
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Lauren
Hampshire1 review
5.0
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time at Abacus Bar & Kitchen for their bottomless pasta Friday nights. All the pastas were amazing, however there aren’t many vegetarian options. All the staff were so welcoming and friendly. The vibe in the place was really good and the music was nice in the background. We really enjoyed our evening here!
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Fay
Victoria3 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely night at Abacus. The ambiance is gorgeous, the surroundings were beautiful and the noise level wasn't as deafening as at some other venues- we could actually each other in conversation. The service from the waiting staff was great, they were very friendly and helpful. The food was nicely presented but my steak had sinews making it difficult to eat. I would give it another try, hopefully, the sinews were just a once-off.
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FAQs

Abacus Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.3 stars by 50 OpenTable diners.

Abacus Bar & Kitchen does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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