Bar Margaux

A very pleasant surprise in the heart of the CBD. The steak for two was amazing and cooked to perfection. It was melting as we were eating it. The only downside in terms of food was the creme brulee that was very cold near the bottom. The service was spot on! The atmosphere was very good, however the lighting could be a bit more bright as we were struggling to read the menu and others were using their phone's torch to order. Overall, we will be visiting again!

I had a really lovely dinner at Bar Margaux. I had the burgers, and it was well cooked and delicious. The chips were yum and had a great portion size. The staff were really friendly and attentive. It was a really warm night, and they kept refilling our water, which was great. It's very dimly lit and a nice atmosphere. I'd definitely recommend Bar Margaux for dinner, especially before a theatre show as it's close to Her Majesty's Theatre at about a 2 minutes walk.

High expectations were not met! My son and I have travelled the length and breadth of Melbourne over the last two years sampling over twenty of the city's best burger venues as recommended by the Broadsheet website. We came to Bar Margaux with high expectations, but unfortunately walked away without them being met. The staff were friendly and attentive, but the food did not hit the mark. We ordered two of the L'Américain (cheeseburger with fries) that comes with a choice of a lager or pale ale. Neither of us were drinking so we went with a couple of soft drinks instead. The fries were on par, but the beef pattie in the burger was NQR. The sting in the tail came with the bill. We hadn't had the beers that came as part of the "Golden Hour" offer, so I was surprised to discover we had been charged for the soft drinks we ordered. I questioned this as I was paying the bill, but was told quite emphatically that it didn't matter that we hadn't had the beers and that we had to pay for the soft drinks separately.

Easily one of the best burgers I’ve ever had! Loved the decor here, the dimmly lit room, and LOVE that their menu actually goes late into the night. So hard to get this kind of quality past 10pm!!! Their signature burger is just insane. The pickles YUMMM Service was a little strange though, it felt a bit unprofessional/confused. From a couple of the staff!

Cozy, comforting and captivating. Our server James demonstrated great skill in his cocktail knowledge. Delicious cocktails matching the palettes. Definitely an experienced bartender and one that lives and breathes the hospo field. Thank you Margaux, until next time!

After admiring Bar Margaux for a long time on the gram, we finally made our first visit for our wedding anniversary—and boy it did not disappoint! From the moment we stepped inside, the moody lighting and effortlessly cool atmosphere set the perfect tone for a romantic evening. The service was impeccable, with staff who went above and beyond to make us feel special without being the least bit intrusive. The cocktails were refined and sexy, each one crafted to perfection. As for the food, everything was phenomenal, but the standout dish was hands-down the steak tartare. We had a truly beautiful night and will absolutely be back.

Came to Bar Margaux last night for dinner to celebrate our 15 year anniversary. The hostess was absolutely lovely and got us some sparkling wine to start to celebrate the milestone. The food was incredible to say the least. Best steak I have ever had in my life. Thank you so much for an amazing experience!

Please learn how to pour your drinks!!! Don’t let the facade fool you—this self-proclaimed French restaurant is far from authentic. The ambiance feels cheap, with a tacky bar trying too hard to appear upscale. The food is severely overpriced for the lack of quality. The crowd was equally unimpressive; we could feel sweat splashing from the man next to us, not to mention the sauce splattering from another man’s plate as he ate. Service was equally disappointing. One waiter had no idea how to pour water properly, spilling it all over the table, and another waiter dropped water, splashing water on us. To top it off, it took nearly 20 minutes for them to replace the water—hardly the service you'd expect from a place that wants to be seen as high-end. As for the food? It only added to the letdown. The steak was tough, chewy, and drowning in an unappealing sauce. The potatoes were bland, no seasoning, and embarrassingly basic. It’s clear there’s no real effort or authenticity behind this place. If you value quality food, a pleasant atmosphere, and genuine service, skip this one.

As we searched for late dinner spots upon returning from our Penguin Parade day-tour, Bar Margaux came up. It's situated in the basement level. Upon descending some stairs, we came to the host stand, and were seated shortly. It's rather dark inside the bar restaurant. I suppose it goes with the late night vibe. For me, however, it proved challenging to see the menu and the food. Some sort of perfume is used in the bar restaurant as well, which was apparent upon entering the bar restaurant. Being allergic to perfume, I was glad they found a spot for us where the smelll is not as strong. The hamburger was good and the cromesquis was decent. The escargot, however, was disappointing; the escargot themselves was so so, and the bread that came with us was burnt beyond edible in some spots.

Stopped by for dinner with a couple of friends. We showed up early and didn't have reservations. The host let us know we'd be able to sit but have a 2 hr limit which was no problem at all! All the servers were super friendly and came by to check on us often. Drinks were tasty and the food was even better! For our first meal landing in Melbourne after a 19 hr travel day, I couldn't have been happier! The music they played wasn't too loud so we were all able to speak to each other without screaming. It was very dark in there so reading the menu was a little difficult. I was so hungry I only got one bad pic of our steak tartare that was absolutely delicious!!!!!!! Overall I'd definitely recommend this place!

Down a flight of stairs hidden away is this French restaurant. The ambiance was perfect the food rocked and the drinks were, well we are in Australia and the liquor is usual light. As always the company and discussion made the evening.

Recently opened Bar Margaux has already been the recipient of several industry awards. It definitely qualifies as a hidden bar, so while it's very French, it is also very Melbourne. The fit out is all tiles and dark wood, with moody lighting and the flicker of candlelight on the tables. I noticed several people using their phone's torch to read the menu - yes it's that dark! Definitely recommend for date night. The food is great. I tried the daily special when I visited - it changes depending on the day of the week. Lots of French classics. There is a decent wine list and interesting selection by the glass - ask the attentive staff for recommendations. There is happy hour each night with specials like oysters and champagne. Tres chic. My only gripe, and loss of star, is for the bar tending. The cocktails were not great, and one request was completely stuffed up. Stick to the wine and beer and all will be good.