Conveniently located in East Melbourne, GG Restaurant offers sweeping views of the city and Fitzroy Gardens. With an extensive European menu and a wine list thoughtfully created to enhance the offering, GG is a perfect spot for a business lunch, dinner celebration, or can be privately booked for up to 200 guests for events.
Seasonal menus are designed by our kitchen team, which is led by well respected Melbourne chef, Paul Dunlop. Hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizza, and meats slow-roasted over coal and wood from our rotisserie are available to share. Vegetarians are also well catered for with many meat-free dishes.
A comprehensive wine list offers a vast selection of both local and international wines as well as European style aperitifs and craft beers. A bespoke cocktail list includes both classic and modern cocktails with a GG Restaurant twist.
Situated a stone’s throw from the MCG, GG Restaurant is open from 11am, 7 days a week.
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Modern European catering with dishes featuring Italian and French influences. Mostly shared style plates so guests can taste more from the menu and of course interact with one another. Our signature would be our rotisserie meats, slow cooked over coal and wood and can include chicken, lamb or belly on varying nights of the week.
Private party facilities
Our private dining room can seat a maximum of 100 guests or 150 standing for a cocktail event. The Clarendon Room is a gorgeous space with wrap around windows which fold into the wall, a private entry and also views of the Fitzroy Gardens. The room is popular for Christmas events, Medical meetings and private parties. When using the Clarendon Room you have complimentary use of the built in AV facilities.There is also our semi private space known as the Chef's Pantry which has a hand painted feature wall and looks into our open kitchen for a little theatre while dining. Finally you have exclusive use of the GG Restaurant for a larger scale event for up to 200 seated. Minimum spends so apply based on the month and day of the week but taking the whole venue allows flexibility with seating plans, opens up opportunity for you entertainment with extra space for a dance floor and photo booth for example, not to mention having your private chefs for the even duration!
2 hour on-street meter parking is available on Clarendon St, secure parking available at the nearby Tribeca building
Public transit
Close by we have the 48 and 75 tram a short walk from Wellington Parade and also the 12 and 109 trams from Victoria Parade to GG front door. Across the park you can get the train to Parliament Station or around the corner you have Jolimont Station.
Entertainment
We are located within walking distance from the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and also Rod Laver area so an ideal stop off for before or after a show or sporting event. We also are easily accessible from the CBD so whether it's a performance at Her Majesty's or the Princess Theatre you can still enjoy a meal from GG restaurant. Our kitchen stays open all day from 11am until approx. 9pm, perfect for a pre theatre meal or a late snack.
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options
Menu
Set Menus
Sharing Menu
Chef's selection 5 smaller tastes; 2 medium dishes; Daily rotisserie, french fries, salad; Pastry chef's selection of 3 sweet tastes
4 CoursesA$69.00
Tasting Menu
Five savoury courses including the soup of the day followed by a combination of seasonal seafood and meat dishes and finishing with the pastry chef's signature dessert. Individually plated
6 CoursesA$95.00
Rotisserie
Slowly cooked over coal and wood, served with parmesan and thyme french fries
Lunch Daily
yoghurt marinated chicken with lemon
Serve for TwoA$49.90
Serve for OneA$24.90
Monday - Saturday Night
marinated lamb shoulder, dill yoghurt
Serve for TwoA$55.90
Serve for OneA$27.90
Sunday Night
herb rubbed pork belly, served with golden raisin puree, cauliflower and candied walnut salad, apple and ginger salad
Serve for TwoA$57.90
Serve for OneA$28.90
Byo Wine Sunday
From 5pm, corkage, limited to 3 bottles per table, RSA guidelines apply, standard bottles of wine only
per bottleA$15.00
Pasta
MarinaraA$28.90
Linguine, assorted seafood, tomato, capers, chilli. Gluten free pasta on request
Spinach and Ricotta TortelliniA$20.90
pumpkin, pine nuts, gingerbread crumbs, sage
3 Cheese GnocchiA$19.90
gorgonzola, mascarpone, parmesan
Ragu BologneseA$18.90
Tagliatelle, pork, veal, pancetta, shaved parmesan. Gluten free pasta on request
To Share
OlivesA$6.90
braised in olive oil, served warm
Fried Gnocchi EndsA$10.90
parmesan, aleppo pepper, spiced tomato sugo
Watermelon
yarra valley feta, candied pine nuts, basil, vincotto
baby cos, radicchio, shallots, honey and cider vinaigrette
Shaved CabbageA$16.90
parmesan, chives, lemon, olive oil
Pizza
OriginalA$18.90
tomato, mozzarella, basil
Old FavouriteA$22.90
mozzarella, ham, olive, mushroom, artichoke
H&PA$22.90
gypsy ham, mozzarella, pineapple
PumpkinA$21.90
spinach, feta, pine nuts, buffalo mozzarella
New FavouriteA$24.90
anchovies, parmesan, sugo, black olives, fresh chilli
HottieA$24.90
calabrese, chilli, fior di latte, red onion, parmesan
MushroomA$24.90
assorted mushrooms, parmesan, truffle
Can't Decide?A$26.90
choose up to four different pizzas above
Lunch Offer
Express Lunch - Available from 11am-4pm daily. $35PP 2 courses - Guests choice from either entree and main or main and dessert from below, $45PP 3 courses - Guests choice of one dish from each course below. $5PP for the addition of a glass of tap beer (285ml), Secret Garden Pinot Grigio or Cabernet Sauvignon, Big Rivers, NSW
Entree
Carrot Fritters
coriander yoghurt, beetroot, hazelnuts
Crab Beignets
chilli, coconut, ginger, grapefruit
Chef's Tasting Board
4 seasonal items
Main
All mains come served with two side dishes of the day
Yoghurt Marinated Chicken Rotisserie, Lemon
Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini
pumpkin, pine nuts, sage
Antipasto, Cured Meats
pickled veg, dip of the day
Dessert
Gg Doughnuts
lime curd, sherbet
Trio of Sorbets
fresh fruit, biscuit crumbs
Your Choice of Today's Soft
hard or blue cheese
What 116 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
4.4Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value
Noise • Energetic
116 Reviews
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JohnM
London
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 19 February 2018
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 1
Ambience 4
Prices have gone up but service has not improved, still have to ask for the wine to be filled up water refilled etc. At these prices I will go elsewhere even though it’s on my doorstep.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 December 2017
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
I'm a huge fan of traditional Italian food - simple ingredients combined and cooked with plenty of flavour. GGs delivers a menu packed full of dishes that meet this brief. I wanted to try everything. We'll be back.
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Wendy
Victoria
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 23 December 2017
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Lovely meal, service is great, we'll be back for sure.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 December 2017
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
My business partner and I had an exceptional Christmas lunch there, the food and waitress were fabulous top class
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Hubs
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2017
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 5
Amazing food, excellent wait staff, good service. Good wine list. Definitely would recommend this place to friends/family.
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ChloeJ23
Melbourne
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 12 December 2017
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
Lovely food and great service, a lovely venue for our team lunch!
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SharyneD
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2017
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 5
Long & relaxing lunch at GG's with friends. Never fails to impress. We had a minor issue with service at the start, however staff were incredibly apologetic and more than made up for the shortcomings. We would highly recommend GG's to anyone wanting a quality meal or equally just a few lazy afternoon coffees or cocktails.
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VIP
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 December 2017
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Its Top Gun this restaurant. We have been to some of the best in Melbourne and its up there with them. Great menu with such a large variety.Service was very professional . Well done and see you soon.
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UrsulaG
Melbourne
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2017
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
Great night out. Loved the food and drinks. Recommendations very good. All in all very professional. Thank you GG.
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Andrew
Melbourne
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 5 December 2017
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 3
Ambience 4
The food was delicious and we had a lovely night until they charged a surcharge for using credit card. To me, this is one of the most annoying things a restaurant can do and turns me off coming back.
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FAQs
GG is rated 4.5 stars by 116 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Not available on OpenTable
Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.
2 hour on-street meter parking is available on Clarendon St, secure parking available at the nearby Tribeca building
Public transit
Close by we have the 48 and 75 tram a short walk from Wellington Parade and also the 12 and 109 trams from Victoria Parade to GG front door. Across the park you can get the train to Parliament Station or around the corner you have Jolimont Station.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Paul Dunlop
Entertainment
We are located within walking distance from the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and also Rod Laver area so an ideal stop off for before or after a show or sporting event. We also are easily accessible from the CBD so whether it's a performance at Her Majesty's or the Princess Theatre you can still enjoy a meal from GG restaurant. Our kitchen stays open all day from 11am until approx. 9pm, perfect for a pre theatre meal or a late snack.
Modern European catering with dishes featuring Italian and French influences. Mostly shared style plates so guests can taste more from the menu and of course interact with one another. Our signature would be our rotisserie meats, slow cooked over coal and wood and can include chicken, lamb or belly on varying nights of the week.
Private party facilities
Our private dining room can seat a maximum of 100 guests or 150 standing for a cocktail event. The Clarendon Room is a gorgeous space with wrap around windows which fold into the wall, a private entry and also views of the Fitzroy Gardens. The room is popular for Christmas events, Medical meetings and private parties. When using the Clarendon Room you have complimentary use of the built in AV facilities.There is also our semi private space known as the Chef's Pantry which has a hand painted feature wall and looks into our open kitchen for a little theatre while dining. Finally you have exclusive use of the GG Restaurant for a larger scale event for up to 200 seated. Minimum spends so apply based on the month and day of the week but taking the whole venue allows flexibility with seating plans, opens up opportunity for you entertainment with extra space for a dance floor and photo booth for example, not to mention having your private chefs for the even duration!