Philhellene

4.8

282 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Greek

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

Philhellene is one of the four Greek restaurants in Melbourne to be included in the 2011 Age Good Food Guide, our primary objective at Philhellene is to present an authentic concept of food and drink while using high quality produce and applying traditional methods derived from our own mothers' cooking, creating a truly memorable and even emotional experience.
The team at Philhellene consists of John & Susie Rerakis, several time 'best greek restaurant' winners by The Age Good Food Guide, also featured in Vogue Entertaining and other prominent media. Along with them their entourage of mothers who are working in the kitchen, spreading love & tales of their country in the dishes that they serve you.
Our primary objective is to present an authentic concept of food and drink while using high quality produce and applying traditional methods derived from our own mothers’ cooking, creating a wonderful experience.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9370 3303
Website
http://www.philhellene.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Spiros Kassidis
Private party facilities
Philhellene offers a distinctive function room that will bring the essence of Greek style to your next event. The room can sit up to 45 guests. The restaurant’s main room can accommodate up to 80 guests and both rooms can be reserved either separately or together for everything from christenings to birthdays to corporate functions.

Location
551-553 Mount Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds, AU-VIC 3039
Area
Moonee Ponds
Cross Street
Montgomery Street
Parking details
Street parking available on Mt Alexander Rd. Alternative parking on Ascot Vale Rd., near cnr of Gladstone St
Public transit
Tram 59 - Stop 31 (Montgomery Street) 150mTram 57 & 82 - Stop 32 (Moonee Ponds) 200m
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

What 282 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Melbourne
Great for live music
Melbourne
Greek
Inner City North
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Philhellene offers an authentic Greek dining experience with "exceptional food and warm hospitality." Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "attentive service." The menu features standout dishes like slow-cooked lamb and grilled octopus. The cozy, elegant ambiance, coupled with traditional music and dancing, creates a "lovely atmosphere" perfect for any occasion.

282 Reviews

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Sandra
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
For authentic Greek flavours, you won’t be disappointed. Service is outstanding and the ambience and music take you to Greece. Highly recommend 💖
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Peter
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We started off in a noisy area, and the staff noticed we were struggling and let us shift to a more open, quiter area. The food was amazing, but especially, the service was very attentive. It was obvious to us the staff were involved, committed and thoughtful. Prices weren't overly expensive, quite reasonable. We enjoyed the Greek music, and once again the staff were helpful in letting us shift after had eaten, to a table where we could sit and watch the musicians. This is definitely, absolutely one of the Premier restaurants in Moonee Ponds. We had a lovely night, thank you.
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Pam
Melbourne1 review
2.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Very noisy. Food was lacking flavour and over priced. Service however was fantastic!!
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Manny
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on 25 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. great service. Went with friends who have never been and absolutely loved it.
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Robert
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food cooked in a traditional style. Plentiful plates and always attentitive service. My wife had mousakka with beef accompanied with a salad, there was also a vegetarian version. I had the goat special; was tender and came accompanied with beans and baked potatoes. Cannot forget th entre,first time Kalitsounia, lovely , then calamari and a lovely smoked eggplant
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Helena
Victoria4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Philhellene offers an authentic Greek dining experience with exceptional food and warm hospitality. The slow-cooked lamb and grilled octopus are standout dishes, bursting with Mediterranean flavors. The cozy, elegant ambiance and well-curated wine list enhance the experience. With attentive service and thoughtfully prepared dishes, Philhellene is a must-visit. Five stars!
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Robyn
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, high standards in food and service. Always love coming here.
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Vicky VIP
Melbourne14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The new owners have definitely improved the menu. Delicious food! A little pricey but good.
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Evange
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I had a set menu and it did not disappoint! Lots of different starters to taste a few dishes, and the mains were very generous. The dishes were prepared the traditional way and tasted amazing. To end the night, we had Greek coffee, baklava and loukoumades - perfect! Highly recommend for anyone who likes their Greek food traditional.
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Jose
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 24 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, delicious food, generous portions
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Philhellene is rated 4.8 stars by 282 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

551-553 Mount Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds, AU-VIC 3039

Additional information

Cross Street
Montgomery Street
Area
Moonee Ponds
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking available on Mt Alexander Rd. Alternative parking on Ascot Vale Rd., near cnr of Gladstone St
Public transit
Tram 59 - Stop 31 (Montgomery Street) 150mTram 57 & 82 - Stop 32 (Moonee Ponds) 200m
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Spiros Kassidis
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

Website
http://www.philhellene.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9370 3303
Private party facilities
Philhellene offers a distinctive function room that will bring the essence of Greek style to your next event. The room can sit up to 45 guests. The restaurant’s main room can accommodate up to 80 guests and both rooms can be reserved either separately or together for everything from christenings to birthdays to corporate functions.

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