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Ms Ava, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Ms Ava

4.3
4.3
36 Reviews
$40 and under
Modern European
328 Flinders St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

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2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Named after the iconic actress Ava Gardner, Ms Ava embodies timeless beauty, charm, and sophistication, much like the hotel it resides in. Just as Ava Gardner was known for her warmth and graciousness, we strive to create a welcoming and enchanting ambiance where patrons can indulge in a variety of food and beverages and create unforgettable moments.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary European, Modern Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 11:30 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (03) 9250 1888
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Cross street
    Closest Cross St is Flinders St and Elizabeth St.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Flinders Street Station across the road.Elizabeth Street and Flinders Street Trams at the door stop.Car park next door at Secure Parking 300 Flinders St
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Join us for an exquisite Express Lunch

    Multiple dates available
    Don't settle for a lackluster lunch. Treat yourself to a delightful dining experience that fits perfectly into your lunchtime schedule. Whether you're dining by yourself, with friends or work colleagues, our Express Lunch has you covered! Get ready to savour the flavours of a delicious lunch without the long wait. Menu: Native Caesar Salad $18 * Add smoked chicken $6 Cape Grim Tasmanian beef Burger $20 Plant Based Burger $22 Fish & Chips $22 Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni $22 Pulled Confit Duck and Porcini Mushroom Lasagna $25 *Each meal included one glass of soft drink We can't wait to serve you!
    Join us for an exquisite Express Lunch Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Happy Hour!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Experience the joy of Happy Hour at Ms Ava Bar on Flinders St, Available from 4 PM to 6 PM on Sunday to Thursday and 4 PM to 8 PM on Friday and Saturday Delight in the unbeatable deals, including: $5 per glass - house wine (Red, white & Sparkling) $8 House spirits (Gin, rum, vodka, whisky) $12 House cocktails (Espresso Martini & Margarita): Ms Ava makes it the perfect spot for a pre-event drink or a post-work celebration right across the road from Flinders Street.

    Happy Hour! Photo

What 36 people are saying

Ms Ava 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
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

36 Reviews
  1. Mary

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a very cute and cozy cocktail bar.They serve food too.

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  2. Shirley

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were very good. My family and I really enjoyed the meal and the lovely setting.

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  3. Ethan

    Singapore3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It's a lounge area not suitable for two person having lunch. Like the cool jazzy oldies vibe though but again not appropriate for lunch but for drinking and relaxing area.
    Ms AvaResponded on April 3, 2025
    Hi Ethan, Thank you for your feedback and we are trying to make the bar area more suitable for the lunch lounge not only for drinking. Hope to see you again! Sincerely Danny Wu Restaurant and Bar Manager

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  4. Renate

    Melbourne1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Very dissapointed in our visit. I had read a few negative reviews and some positive. I wanted to go because of the hotel decor and history. Poor Betty was run off her feet due to staff shortage and was out of her depth. 30min seated l had to ask to be served, food came before our drinks because she was swamped at the bar. One of our party ate the burger and was ill later that evening. I wouldn't recommend as a choice on a visit to Melbourne.
    Ms AvaResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Renate, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that your visit didn’t meet expectations. We sincerely apologize for the delays in service and that your dining experience fell short. It’s always our aim to provide a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests, and we’re disappointed we missed the mark on this occasion. We’ve shared your comments with our team to help us improve. We truly value your feedback and hope you might give us the opportunity to provide a better experience in the future. Warm regards, Samuel Wood Food & Beverage Supervisor

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  5. Michael

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent venue, great food and attentive service.

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  6. Martha

    Melbourne1 review

    3.0

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was not really nice especially the salads they were no appetising and they looked dry:)

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  7. Kim

    Melbourne1 review

    1.0

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    This was possibly the worst burger I have ever eaten. Even worse, was that 4 bar staff didn’t once ask how our food was. Prior to paying, I explained why the meal was so terrible to the bar staff taking the payment. She didn’t understand what “gristle” meant, and I had to explain it. All she said before she took full payment was “oh. Sorry” with a confused look. The service and food was absolutely terrible. This was a shame as it’s a lovely venue.
    Ms AvaResponded on December 26, 2024
    Dear Kim, I am sad to see that your experience last night was not great at all. We have already spoken to the kitchen team regarding to the burger issue, and we will make sure this will not happen again. Please accept my deep apology and if you come back next time, we will deliver the best service and the food quality to you and your guests. Sincerely, Danny Wu Restaurant and Bar Manager

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  8. Lileen

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good experience.Good service.I will come back again.
    Ms AvaResponded on December 26, 2024
    Dear Lileen, Thank you for your kind review and we will continue our best to deliver the good service to every guests. We are looking forward to seeing you again! Sincerely Danny Wu Restaurant and Bar Manager

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  9. christian VIP

    Melbourne63 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious cocktails and great service , what more Paul’s u want

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  10. matt

    Melbourne1 review

    3.0

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere and staff but the food was ordinary
    Ms AvaResponded on October 23, 2024
    Dear Matt, That you for your review. I am pleased to read that you found the service prompt and that you enjoyed the atmosphere in our beautiful Bar. However, it is truly disappointing that you didn't enjoy your experience with the food. Your feedback is truly invaluable and has been shared with our team so that improvements can be made, as this is not indicative of our usual high standard of service. We would truly appreciate the opportunity to welcome you back so that you can experience the changes made to our services. Kind regards, Denis Basset Food and Beverage Manager

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Ms Ava is rated 4.3 stars by 36 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ms Ava

328 Flinders St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Closest Cross St is Flinders St and Elizabeth St.
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 11:30 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary European, Modern Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Flinders Street Station across the road.Elizabeth Street and Flinders Street Trams at the door stop.Car park next door at Secure Parking 300 Flinders St
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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