VenU Restaurant at Victoria University

4.5

40 Reviews

$A40 and under

Global, International

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

20:00

Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem
Healthy

VenU is our award-winning student-run restaurant at Footscray Nicholson Campus. The industry-standard facility provides a simulated work environment for hospitality students to refine their skills under the guidance of our expert teachers.

Come to VenU for lunch and enjoy seasonal dishes prepared by our apprentice chefs, and professional service from our hospitality and events students.

The licensed restaurant features:
▸a main dining room that seats 100 guests
▸a function space for 50 guests
▸à la carte, café and bistro dining
▸menus featuring seasonal and local produce
▸a selection of local wines and craft beers.

In the past, VenU has been awarded Best Training Restaurant at the Restaurant and Catering Victoria Excellence Awards.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A40 and under
Cuisines
Global, International
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 pm Dinner Wed 5:30 pm–7:30 pm
Phone number
(03) 9919 8708
Website
https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/facilities-services/our-facilities/food-catering/venu-restaurant
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Fiona Lie

Location
Level 1 Building D, Footscray Nicholson Campus, Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray, AU-VIC 3011
Area
Footscray
Cross Street
CNR Albert & Pilgrim streets
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Footscray Station
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Tatachilla Sauvignon Blanc
- GlassA$8.00
- BottleA$25.00
Ghost Rock 2019 Riesling Tasmania 2019
- GlassA$10.00
- BottleA$30.00
Chalk Hill 2016 Chardonnay
- GlassA$8.00
- BottleA$25.00
Innocent Bystander 2015 Pinot Gris
- GlassA$8.00
- BottleA$25.00
Scotchmans Hill 2019 Chardonnay Bellarine Peninsula
- GlassA$12.00
- BottleA$32.00

Red Wine

Tatachilla Cabernet Shiraz
- GlassA$8.00
- BottleA$25.00
Goona Warra 2012 Cabernet Shiraz
- GlassA$10.00
- BottleA$30.00
Coriole 2013 Sangiovese
- GlassA$10.00
- BottleA$30.00
Soumah Pinot Noir
- GlassA$12.00
- BottleA$32.00
Goona Warra 2012 Shiraz
- GlassA$10.00
- BottleA$30.00

Spirits

Vodka
Gin
Bacardi
Tequila
Ballatines Scotch Whisky
Jack Daniels Whiskey
Jameson Irish Whiskey
Makers Mark Bourbon Whiskey

Liqueurs

Cointreau
Frangelico
Kahlua
Baileys Irish Cream

What 40 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.1Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Inner City West
Most Booked

40 Reviews

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Alida
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the food and service. Will definitely return.
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Rose
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience in every way. In addition, it feels good to know that students are honing their skills as I enjoy myself.
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sevis
Melbourne
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 14 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were a large group (15) so made it very busy for the students beside this they did a fantastic job. Lovely leisurely dinner that was tasty, amazing value for money and substantial.
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Sevasti
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went along on the student's first night. They were very considerate, attentive, friendly and great fun.
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TejalH
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was really good. Good service!! Highly Recommended
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Joelled
Melbourne
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food, service and value for money! What more can you ask for?
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AngieM
Melbourne
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 20 October 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I had a delicious meal. The service was great. So good for the kids there learning a hands on hospitality experience .
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Penny
Melbourne
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
we enjoyed a lovely lunch at VenU - the wait staff were attentive and the food was freshly prepared with quality ingredients - we will go again
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barbara
Melbourne
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 October 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It's great to support the students gain experience and watch them make a great effort and learn. Well done!
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barbara
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 August 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I highly recommend a fine dining outing at VU while providing the students with experience in the field. Definitely value for money!
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VenU Restaurant at Victoria University is rated 4.5 stars by 40 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

20:00

Google Map for VenU Restaurant at Victoria University

Level 1 Building D, Footscray Nicholson Campus, Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray, AU-VIC 3011

Additional information

Cross Street
CNR Albert & Pilgrim streets
Area
Footscray
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 pm Dinner Wed 5:30 pm–7:30 pm
Price
$A40 and under
Cuisines
Global, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Footscray Station
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Fiona Lie
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/facilities-services/our-facilities/food-catering/venu-restaurant
Phone number
(03) 9919 8708

VenU Restaurant at Victoria University

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Additional information

Juice

Apple

Orange

Pineapple

Soft Drink

Coke

Coke Zero

Lemonade

Lemon Lime and Bitters

Mocktail of the Day

Mocktail of the DayA$5.00

Tea

English Breakfast

Earl Grey

Peppermint

Green

Chamomile

Espresso Coffee

Cappuccino

Latte

Flat White

Long Black

Short Black

Macchiato – Short/Long

Mocha

Piccolo

Ristretto

Cocktail of the Day

Cocktail of the DayA$12.00

Beer

Cascade LightA$5.00

One Fifty Lashes Pale AleA$8.00

CoronaA$8.00

PeroniA$8.00

Boatrocker Alpha Queen Pale AleA$8.00

Obession IPAA$8.00

Cider

The Hills PearA$8.00

The Hills AppleA$8.00

Sparkling Wine

Tatachilla Brut

Arras Blanc de Blanc Tasmania

Paul Louis Brut France

White Wine

Tatachilla Sauvignon Blanc

Ghost Rock 2019 Riesling Tasmania 2019

Chalk Hill 2016 Chardonnay

Innocent Bystander 2015 Pinot Gris

Scotchmans Hill 2019 Chardonnay Bellarine Peninsula

Red Wine

Tatachilla Cabernet Shiraz

Goona Warra 2012 Cabernet Shiraz

Coriole 2013 Sangiovese

Soumah Pinot Noir

Goona Warra 2012 Shiraz

Spirits

Vodka

Gin

Bacardi

Tequila

Ballatines Scotch Whisky

Jack Daniels Whiskey

Jameson Irish Whiskey

Makers Mark Bourbon Whiskey

Liqueurs

Cointreau

Frangelico

Kahlua

Baileys Irish Cream

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

FAQs

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