ARU Restaurant

Restaurant · Melbourne

2

@infatuation

"Aru is a restaurant with no bad angles. The room is a sea of warm, earthy tones that evoke the Aussie outback: terracotta brick floors, spotted gum woodwork, and banquettes the color of desert sand. Park yourself at the bar for the best view of the fire-fuelled open kitchen, where a team of white-jacketed chefs expedite polished plates with Chinese and Indonesian influence. Everyone’s ordering the pate en croute “with flavours of bánh mì”, but an order of claypot rice is equally necessary—maybe studded with fall-apart pork cheek, or hunks of Moreton Bay bug and bottarga—as is a tricked-up take on prawn toast made with wasabi-spiked spanner crab. Plenty of restaurants pitch the Asian-Australian concept, but few nail it so well." - Ellen Fraser

Aru - Review - Melbourne - The Infatuation
Gareth Sobey

268 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia Get directions

aru.net.au
@arurestaurant

2 Postcards

Reserve
See full details

More Places For You

Bar Americano

Bar · Melbourne

Step into this charming compact bar, where vintage meets modern in a cozy ambiance, serving up perfectly crafted cocktails and delightful coffee.

2 Postcards

The Block Arcade

Shopping mall · Melbourne

Step into the Block Arcade, a stunning 19th-century gem in Melbourne with intricate mosaics, a soaring glass roof, and delightful shops and tea rooms.

2 Postcards

Heartbreaker

Bar · Melbourne

Extensive range of international beers & whiskeys in a lively bar with a rock 'n' roll atmosphere.

1 Postcard

ShanDong MaMa

Chinese restaurant · Melbourne

Nestled in a bustling arcade, this Chinese eatery is a dumpling lover's paradise, serving up unique flavors in a cozy, laid-back vibe.

1 Postcard

Hochi Mama

Asian fusion restaurant · Melbourne

Hochi Mama is a lively spot where you can dive into vibrant Vietnamese and Asian fusion dishes, complemented by inventive cocktails and a friendly vibe.

1 Postcard

Bar Lourinhã

Restaurant · Melbourne

Intimate place for tapas and fine wine in a vibrant room with bar seating and red leather couches.

0 Postcards

Pieces of Eight Gallery

Jewelry store · Melbourne

Discover a sophisticated showroom in Melbourne's CBD where exceptional local jewelry artists create unique rings and necklaces, all while offering top-notch service.

2 Postcards

Bird's Basement

Live music venue · Melbourne

Bird's Basement is a chic jazz haven in Melbourne's CBD, where high-profile acts, lively vibes, and well-crafted cocktails create unforgettable nights.

2 Postcards

Art Series Melbourne - The Blackman

Hotel · Melbourne

This stylish hotel merges modern design with comfort, featuring colorful art, spacious suites, and a vibrant dining scene, all in a prime Melbourne location.

0 Postcards

Best Western Melbourne City Hotel

Hotel · Melbourne

Nestled near Southern Cross Station, this no-frills hotel features compact, stylish rooms, a cozy café/bar, and a rooftop terrace, perfect for city explorers.

1 Postcard