Gilbees

4.9

9 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Wine Bar

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2 people

1 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for fine wines

Set in a tropical garden, located in the heart of lower Johnston Street. The wine bar Abbotsford has been waiting for celebrates Australian produce and minimum intervention wines

We are proudly an accessible space with ramped access throughout, DDA toilets and compassionate staff.

Gilbees proudly welcomes all members of our LGBTIQA+ community and has gender neutral facilities.

Treat your dog to a day out in our dog friendly courtyard, there are dog clips located at each of our tables so your furry friend can join in the fun!

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Wine Bar, Modern Australian, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
1300 445 233
Website
https://gilbees.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
229 Johnston St, Abbotsford, AU-VIC 3067
Area
Abbotsford
Cross Street
Hoddle Street & Johnston Street, Abbotsford
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
80m from Victoria park train station

What 9 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

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9 Reviews

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Fiona
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent and interesting food and wines. Great service
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Andrea
London
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 13 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an outstanding experience at Gilbee's. It went well beyond what we were expecting from a local eatery, with both the food and service at a standard you'd expect at a high-end restaurant. Every waiter we encountered was personable, knowledgable and, most importantly, warm and friendly without being overbearing or saccharine. The food was something else - clever cookery using the freshest of ingredients. We had the "local's night" set menu which included a variety of seafood presented beautifully. Layers of flavour in every dish, mussels and fish cooked to absolute perfection, crisp croquettes, and fluffy focaccia with airy whipped butter. We indulged in a single piece of the burnt basque cheesecake for dessert as an optional add-on and I wished we'd bought two! It was light and creamy, but rich in flavour. I'd recommend it without hesitation - we're already planning our next visit and deciding which lucky people we will bring with us next time!
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Libby
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another wonderful meal and experience delivered by the Gilbees team. Excellent pasta, dessert and ambience. We just love the outside courtyard area it’s so relaxing.
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Ian
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to Gilbees on 1/2/25, the 3rd time we've been there. The service & food has been exceptional every time. And yes, we'll be going back.
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Laura
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommend, great service and food. Will definitely be back!
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Jeannine
VIP
London
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My new favourite local place to hang out. Lovely to sit outside on a balmy summer evening. Food and wine are delicious and I love emphasis on seafood and vegetables. Floor people are friendly and relaxed, but attentive, adding to the great local vibe.
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Will
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great wine, great service. The ambience was fantastic also
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Libby
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The back courtyard was delightful even on a chilly evening. Plenty of heaters and the guest blankets were a lovely thoughtful touch. Food was very yummy!
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CathM
Melbourne
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 20 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was so happy to have come across Gilbees for an impromptu meal on Saturday night. The staff were very welcoming and the courtyard was perfect but above all else, the food offering was exceptional. So fresh and tasty. A lovely wine list topped the experience off.
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Gilbees is rated 4.9 stars by 9 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

1 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

229 Johnston St, Abbotsford, AU-VIC 3067

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Additional information

Cross Street
Hoddle Street & Johnston Street, Abbotsford
Area
Abbotsford
Hours of Operation
Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Wine Bar, Modern Australian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
80m from Victoria park train station

Website
https://gilbees.com/
Phone number
1300 445 233

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