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4.4
- 4.4Food
- 4.4Service
- 4.4Ambience
- 4Value
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Askal
4.4
146 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Filipino
167 Exhibition St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Make a reservation
2 people
Apr 7, 2025
7:00 p.m.
Experiences are available.
- Good for special occasions
- Innovative
- Good for groups
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$A41 to $A100
- CuisinesFilipino, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
- Hours of OperationLunch Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive ChefJohn Rivera
- CateringCurrently not offering catering.
- Private party facilitiesFor event enquiries please email events@askalmelb.com. For tables over 12 people please call in and we can help you book a suitable table for the night.
- Private party contactour Events Manager: (03) 9639 2795
- NeighbourhoodMelbourne CBD
- Cross StreetExhibition Street & Bourke Street
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Public transitTram 86 Stop.Close to Parliament Station
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
BAHALA KA NA - Chef Selection
A$80.00 per person
Multiple dates availableExperience Askal's vibrant and sumptuous menu! Enjoy a sharing banquet menu for the entire table that will showcase the diverse flavours and techniques for Filipino cuisine $80pp Note: unfortunately, we are unable to cater for fructose, onion and garlic intolerances
PIYESTA - All in
A$115.00 per person
Multiple dates availableExperience Askal's indulgent all-in menu! Enjoy a sharing banquet menu for the entire table that will showcase the diverse flavours and techniques for Filipino cuisine $115pp Note: unfortunately, we are unable to cater for fructose, onion and garlic intolerances
SALU-SALO - Askal x Bendito Destino
A$254.50 per person
Prepaid
Apr 7, 2025 onlySalu-Salo loosely translates in Tagalog to gathering friends and family to feast. Join us for an evening of celebration as we explore the power of resistance and reclamation and the Filipino diaspora through food, wine and storytelling. Hosted by Bendito Destino, Askal, Another Bottle and Colournary this one-night-only event is more than just a wine dinner, it’s a celebration of heritage, identity and evolution. Meet Terry Kandylis and Jessa Jastrzemski, the powerhouse duo behind Spanish wine label Bendito Destino, and celebrate her Filipino roots alongside their innovative winemaking style; sample six of their wines, paired along with a bespoke five-course menu by Askal – offering Filipino flavours through a contemporary lens, curated by John Rivera (Kariton Sorbetes, ex-Amaru, Sunda, Lume). Date: Monday, April 7th | Time: 7 PM | Location: Askal, Melbourne Price: $250.00 per person (all-inclusive) Bendito Destino is a project born from rediscovering 80-100-year-old bush vines in Ribera del Duero, Spain: grape varieties once at risk of extinction, now revived with fresh energy. Just as these vines thrive in harmony, our menu will reflect the evolution of Filipino food from the likes of Hokkien-inspired pork humba to Mexican-influenced champorado. Imported into Australia for the first time by Another Bottle, this is an exclusive opportunity to taste six wines from Bendito Destino: rare, terroir-driven expressions of Ribera del Duero, including: Bendito Destino Albillo Mayor 2022 Bendito Destino Clarete (rose) 2022 Bendito Destino Field Blend Red 2022 Bendito Destino Fuentecebolla 2021 Bendito Destino El Olmar 2021 Bendito Destino La Cabaña 2021 This event is co-hosted by Colournary, and will blend storytelling and history into what will be a feast for the senses. With only a handful of spots, this is your chance to be part of something truly special. Secure your seat now. About Terry Kandylis: Terry Kandylis, A former UK Sommelier of the Year and head of Noble Rot’s wine program with Greek roots, Terry discovered these forgotten vineyards in 2020, many planted at altitudes of up to 925m. Today, his project spans 8 hectares of historic, low-yielding vines, producing wines that are refined, energetic, and Burgundian in style rather than the heavily extracted styles once popularized by critics. About Jessa Jastrzemski: Born in the Philippines, Jessa has built a career in hospitality, working at top establishments across the world. Early on, she met Terry while both were at The Fat Duck in 2010, setting the stage for a journey through some of the finest restaurants worldwide, including Alain Ducasse in Paris and Brae in Australia. The pandemic brought her back to the UK, where she played a key role in reopening The Ledbury before becoming General Manager of La Dame de Pic London.
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What 146 people are saying
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Melbourne
Innovative
Inner City
Innovative
Inner City
Great for creative cocktails
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Askal offers a unique fusion of Filipino and Australian cuisine, with standout dishes like "bone marrow ice cream" and "pancit canton with crab and egg." Guests praise the "amazing service," "imaginative cocktails," and "welcoming atmosphere." While some find it pricey, many appreciate the "elevated experience" and "delicious flavors."
146 Reviews
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Cheryl
Sydney2 reviews
5.0Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Ilyes
Melbourne1 review
5.0Dined on March 28, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Sarah
Melbourne1 review
5.0Dined on March 24, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville3 reviews
5.0Dined on March 22, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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New Zealand1 review
5.0Dined on March 19, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Sitare
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0Dined on March 17, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Cybelle Marie
Sydney1 review
4.0Dined on March 15, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Androulla
Hawaii2 reviews
5.0Dined on March 13, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Leo
Melbourne1 review
5.0Dined on March 7, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Thomas
Brisbane1 review
3.0Dined on March 6, 2025
- Overall 3
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Askal is rated 4.4 stars by 146 OpenTable diners.
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Make a reservation
2 people
Apr 7, 2025
7:00 p.m.
Experiences are available.
167 Exhibition St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Dining areas
Additional information
- Cross StreetExhibition Street & Bourke Street
- NeighbourhoodMelbourne CBD
- Hours of OperationLunch Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
- Price$A41 to $A100
- CuisinesFilipino, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Public transitTram 86 Stop.Close to Parliament Station
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive ChefJohn Rivera
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number
- CateringCurrently not offering catering.
- Private party facilitiesFor event enquiries please email events@askalmelb.com. For tables over 12 people please call in and we can help you book a suitable table for the night.
- Private party contactour Events Manager: (03) 9639 2795