Beautiful atmosphere, food and staff, very friendly and welcoming…read more Best restaurant in Seaford by far! 100% coming back

Great place to find. Casual relaxed, great food, great staff. Looking forward to my next visit :)read more

By far my favorite place that I've found in Melbourne, possibly in Aus! I can't speak highly enough…read moreof every aspect of this bar. Intimate setting, yet quite comfortable. Always an excellent music selection, with footy on the tv if that's what you're lookin for. The staff is WONDERFUL. so personable, quite willing to give their recommendations if you ask (and you should- they haven't steered me wrong yet!). The nachos, add beef, are easily the best nachos I've ever had- loaded with toppings, seasoned chips, absolutely delicious. Quite a diverse menu, with plenty of options depending on your hunger level. Great wine and beer selection, and a solid cocktail list too!

Food is awesome - Baked mushrooms - I could just have a plate of them on their own…read more The staff are easy to chat with and service was well timed.

My partner and I came in on a Saturday night and enjoyed a wonderful dinner here. We ordered the…read morejamon iberico, huevos rotos con chorizo, gambas al ajillo (shrimp) and albóndigas maría (meatballs) and it was plenty of food for two people. My only complaint is that the lights were quite bright and they might want to consider warming the atmosphere some. Other than that, the staff was very friendly and we would come back.

Unexpectedly the best Spanish food I've had in Melbourne... and probably Spain too the staff may…read morenot speak much English but the food speaks for itself and dish after dish will amaze! My new favourite secret spot in Melbourne!

Has to be the best restaurant in Patto!…read more Food is divine, great service and cool ambience. Menu tapas faves are pork belly, truffle infused ham and cheese sandwiches, pate and potatoes with chorizo and beans - you'll just want to try everything on the menu! Finished off with the gazpacho which was clean and fresh - no room for dessert this time. Will return to try the semifreddo I had my eye on!

Lacks consistency…read more I've eaten in this high class tapas establishment five times since this place opened a few years ago. First impressions were amazing. The philosophy from talking to senior staff is "CBD-calibre fine dining in Patterson Lakes." However, although my first two experiences were amazing, on all subsequent experiences the food was nowhere near as good. Food tasted bland and overcooked. Which at this price is not acceptable.

I had a hankering for a tagine, so after a quick search I found this Moroccan place on Sydney Road…read more I was a bit scared when we entered though as it was like a ghost town, a sleepy little porcelain and rug filled ghost town. A friendly staff member poked his head out of the back room, opened up his arms and beckoned us in and to take a seat. Confused, I checked the time to make sure we hadn't gotten there in the middle of the afternoon, but no it was 7pm - peak dinnertime, or so I thought. I decided not to let the lack of trade effect me, and started to treat the place like my own private palace, although there was a distinct lack of harem girls and the uncomfortable seats weren't exactly throne-like. I was able to fulfill my craving with La Paella's mouth-watering beef tagine. The meat was deliciously tender. Halfway through dinner, another punter walked from out the back to front for a fag. Wow, there are more customers I excitedly thought. I had to find out where the secret back room was. I walked past the kitchen to find the tent room. This place looks like it is a converted backyard with dodgy flooring but also has beautiful traditional decorations and feels like you're in a big tent - great for a party. I was told that there is also a large space upstairs, but was closed for now.

Overpriced average food, no chilli in the damn paella - takes 45 minutes to come out. The lamb kaif…read morewas better but still a let down. Avoid the brightly coloured enticing sign and go to one of the many better restaurants on Sydney rd.

My colleague and I stopped here for a late lunch as we were intrigued by their paella lunch…read morespecial. Unfortunately we were told the $20 meal deal was only good through 12:30pm. Since we had our minds set on the paella, we each ordered one anyway. I got the daily special with sausage, scallops and pumpkin while she opted for the lamb. Having sampled both, I can say with certainty that they know their paella! The lamb paella was tender and flavourful, a good sign that the meat had been simmering to soften and flavour it, along with the rice. The scallop paella was just delightful, having the right blend of spices, a bit of surf and turf to flavour the rice, along with well blended pumpkin. It was hearty and filling. Both dishes were served on small paella pans and were well presented. In addition, the sangrias we sipped were fruity and refreshing. The staff was friendly, checking in on us more than once, topping off our water and clearing our table. It's true we beat the lunch rush so enjoyed the extra attention. This is one place where coming later still ensures you get a delicious meal, as the paella is a great dish that soaks in more flavour the longer on the grill. Come here for a fantastic lunch or sample their happy hour menu from 3-6pm. With a great location and tasty dishes, it is simply delicious.

Having already savoured the delights of the paella at the South Melbourne Markets location, I was a…read moretad excited to have Simply Spanish open up in my local food forecourt at work. Since opening I have been for a set menu lunch with workmates and a couple of lunches by myself, not to mention a couple of happy hours on Thursday and Friday evenings. All food has been wonderfully satisfying and very affordable for tapas offerings. Their sangria is to die for and I can't go past the deep fried goats cheese croquette. Go there and you won't be disappointed!

Wow! What cool place, spacious friendly environment i try one of their taco with avocado…read more One taco was very filling and deep fried sweet potato and veggies delicious, server were pleasant everyone as well customers, i had a wonderful time Not to forget i was able o learn salsa dancing from his brilliant teacher andcould tell his teaching was from to end it of course a musical Mexican band and everyone was dancing solo or partner didnt matter we all had a great time My aloha

From the owner: Basco's exciting menu combines Melbourne's love affair of Asian & Mexican flavours…read more Nestled in the heart of Sydney Road's nightlife precinct, Basco offers a unique approach in food and beverage to enjoy in a place where you can visit briefly...or settle in and stay a while. At Basco you will find Asian-Mexican tacos and share plates with mouthwatering flavours Melbournians have come accustomed to. Fresh & flavoursome highlights include KFC, Vegan KFC, Satay Sally, Mary Eats Lamb & Flying Duck, taking the joy of tacos to a delightful new level. The beverage offering is a few steps either side of traditional, with original cocktails using their housemade infused tequila, along with a Spanish wine list that have been carefully curated to tempt you into their world. Pick up some latin dance lessons at Basco (salsa Wednesday nights and bachata Thursday nights) and flaunt your new dance moves on Salsa Sundays in front of a live Latin band. Basco also have your events covered with 3 function spaces to help you celebrate that special occasion!

Paella was horrible. So salty and mushy with no "crispy bottom" - a standard for excellent paella…read more Nachos were soggy and minuscule amount of meat. Ceviche was very good.

Do not have the lentil salad! $22 and all I got was a whole lot of rocket leaves with 5 cubes of…read morebeetroot and 3 blobs if goats cheese! There was scanty lentil somewhere under all the leaves. Worst salad ever!!

The Spanish Club is a tapas bar, a music venue, and a Spanish community centre. The versatility of…read morethe space reflects its eclectic mix of patrons. Despite the variety of spaces The Spanish Club remains an authentic Spanish experience. The bar is home to a small stage where flamenco and acoustic Spanish music is often played live on weekends. The patterned carpet, booths and dimly lit bar provide a unique backdrop. The chorizo, patatas bravas and paella are favourites but this is a great place to try something new. Grab a group of friends and make the most of the tapas bar. Order big and try everything. This is authentic tapas. Wash it all down with cocktails, wine, beer or the obvious choice Sangria. The large stage in the rear salon hosts a variety of live music events and rocks on the weekend. This space is a great place to sample Melbourne's live music scene. The Spanish Club has a 'anything may happen tonight' feeling. Perhaps it is the warm hospitality, diversity of patrons, the intimate bar, the classic live music venue...or maybe it's just all the Sangria I had earlier!

How could we not stop in for at least a drink at this hip bar and restaurant with such an evocative…read morename. Naked for Satan is a large space with a sprawling open air rooftop up on the 4th floor along with a smaller pub-like space on the main level. We joined the 30-something crew up on the deck on a mild March day. In the shade it was a tad cool and you could tell fall was setting in. There is no table service on the patio so you need to go inside to order food/drinks. We enjoyed a couple of pisco sours while watching people trickle in after a busy work week. The interior has a steam-punk, industrial vibe and that's fun and inventive. Service at the bar was friendly and they brought our drinks to us outside. We only had an hour free in our packed itinerary but I'd definitely head back to try the food and just partake in the great people-watching,

Cool place on good area. Top floor rooftop really good.drinks all with satan theme and good.read more