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Republic Economica, South Yarra, AU-VIC

Republic Economica

4.6
4.6
12 Reviews
$A40 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
  • Good for groups
  • Great for live music
  • Lively
Behold a time capsule of 90's nostalgia wine bar, where every sip and bite defies the relentless inflationary high tides. A classic Australiana culinary exhibit of pasta, pizza, burgers, seafood & delicatessen, serving 5-star quality for a 2-star price tag.

Indulge not only your palate but also your soul, as live melodies cascade through the streets every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Make yourself at home with $9 classic cocktails, the most affordable rent in Melbourne.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern Australian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9820 0800
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    South Yarra
  • Cross Street
    Osbourne and Toorak Road
  • Parking details
    Ample or Convenient Parking
  • Public transit
    Diagonally opposite South Yarra train station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 12 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

12 Reviews
  1. Elena

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a great time enjoying the food and service. I haven’t been to this place for quite a while and I love the change that has occurred since last time I was there. The staff are great, the food is delicious and the whole atmosphere is fantastic. Thank you!

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  2. Vicky

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was amazing, I ordered the napolitana pasta and the onion rings, and absolutely loved it!! The cocktails in my opinion were not good…I couldn’t finish mine…I had a mimosa. The restaurant itself was great but the music was WAY too loud (and it was only 8:30pm), me and my roommate could barely hear each other on the table. But overall it was a great experience, the workers were incredibly attentive and sweet. Definitely going back!!!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Victoria

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 11, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Lovely service and drinks! Food was OK but good value. Music was way too loud for dinner conversation, and heaters could probably be turned down a notch inside

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best places I have ever been for dinner and drinks. Very cheap and has such a lively and cosy ambience.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I heard bad about this joint, but once again don’t believe the hype, it’s a chilled place in the inside, in a yuppie outside and area, just rock it yo

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  6. AlexanderT

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Busy restaurant , good service , tasty food , decent specials board

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  7. TaniaS

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Fabulous service, Fabulous food. Really enjoyed it.

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  8. RaeB

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2019

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Very average. The menu sounded really nice but unfortunately I felt the reality was a huge let down. Don’t think I will be rushing back.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good service and food as advertised 👍

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2018

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Well we made a reservation and when we arrived they told us the restaurant was closed as they had to do something with the wooden floor. We said that we had made a reservation but they said that it was not possible to eat there. Everyone can make a mistake but I think the restaurant could have done more to find an alternative for us. It was Anzac day and we were having diner with 6 friends so it was very difficult to find a place.

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FAQs

Republic Economica is rated 4.6 stars by 12 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Google Map for Republic Economica

160 Toorak Rd, South Yarra, AU-VIC 3141

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Osbourne and Toorak Road
  • Neighbourhood
    South Yarra
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample or Convenient Parking
  • Public transit
    Diagonally opposite South Yarra train station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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