Malin

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   Katy

   London

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Malin nails everything down to the finest of details making it more than just a great meal, it is a wonderful experience all round.
   

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   Ron

   Montreal

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We were met at the door by two smiling service staff and enjoyed a sumptuous and exciting six courses of seafood, duck and beef- all melt in the mouth tasty delights. The ambience was charming, the prices were most reasonable and we both very much enjoyed the whole experience. Highly recommend!
   

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   jane

   Melbourne

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A wonderful Christmas lunch…totally pampered with a truly delicious menu. Many thanks to all involved .
   

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   Anne

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing on every level - would definitely recommend
   

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   Michelle

   VIP

   Victoria

   17 reviews

   4.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Really lovely ambience and setting. Lovely staff. Good food. We totally enjoyed our time at Malin restaurant. Friendly and "approachable". We had the "feed me" option and (our fault) didn't check who liked oysters (not all of us) or goats cheese (not all of us) however, the food was delicious. Two suggestions for improvement...Malin have a very limited cocktail menu with an offer to make your personal favourite if they have the ingredients. We requested an Aperol Spritz and while the drink that arrived was fresh and enjoyable, it definitely wasn't an aperol. Also, the end-of-service could have been improved. After we had finished eating there was no offer of a dessert wine or coffees etc. The coffee offering is very slim also. Please focus on the part where we actually had a great afternoon - the other points are only minor.
   

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   Alex

   Melbourne

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Malin has only opened recently so, as we live locally, I was very excited about dining there and we were not disappointed at all. Tash, the delightful owner was so helpful during the booking process and four of us chose the tasting menu which was absolutely stunning and perfect for a lazy Sunday lunch. A superb oyster/tarare 'bite' to begin, followed by delicious delicate ceviche, delicious asparagus and excellent steak with gorgeous, interesting potato 'mash' and salad. We finished off with cheese and two different deserts. Excellent wines by the glass and seemingly extensive wine list although I didn't look! The atmosphere is lovely - casual, yet very elegant, and well positioned in leafy Rathdowne village. Tash and her staff were so pleasant and obliging and it was lovely to meet who chef who also came out and presented some dishes. We all, including our friends who travelled quite some distance, loved the whole experience - so much so, we booked to return before leaving!! Go!
   

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   Glen

   Canberra

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 4, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The wine bar is in a great location and has a welcoming and pleasant ambience. The staff were attentive and friendly. Good food and wine. We had a great night.
   

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   Jacob

   Melbourne

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 22, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice spot in Carlton North for a laid back dinner. A compact yet interesting menu showcasing some fine techniques. Great selection of non-alcoholic drinks for a wine bar. Well worth a visit.
   

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   Shane

   Melbourne

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 22, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely wonderful night with my son. Food, services, value all knocked out of the park!
   

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    Kirsten

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Brilliant meal! The steak tartare oysters were a stand out as were the beetroot with beans and the spring salad. And you have some great non-alcoholic options - much appreciated - keep them coming! (The chilli that reappeared in different dishes felt unnecessary and like it muted some of the nuance of other flavours.) Thanks for a lovely evening.
    

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