Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens has a new Mediterranean addition.
The Observatory brings European dining to Melbourne’s lush Royal Botanic Gardens with delicious seasonal menus and unrivalled views.
Just off The Tan (taking over the old Jardin Tan site), in the unrivalled setting of the gardens, The Observatory is bringing a wonderfully sunny slice of Europe to Melbourne.
A place for lingering breakfasts, long lunches, or a quick grab and go while you wander Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens.
The Observatory – Royal Botanic Gardens
- Opening Hours: Daily from 8am – 4pm
- Where: Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, 100 Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne
- Bookings: make ’em here
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The crew behind much-loved Melbourne venues like Cheri and Higher Ground have just dropped this seriously sleek new venue.
With a European menu that shifts with the seasons and an ambience that feels grand and inviting, The Observatory has something for everyone.
The menu is seasonally driven with a Mediterranean focus. Grab something from the kiosk and enjoy as you stroll the Royal Botanic Gardens, or eat al fresco with unrivalled views. With various spaces including indoor seating, a spacious courtyard and a deck with a view.
Join The Observatory for a quick drink, weekend brunch or a lazy afternoon, start your day with pastries and coffee, stay for brunch, wood-fired pizza, pasta and spritzes.
No visit to the gardens is complete without a visit to The Observatory.
Enjoy 72-hour fermented Neapolitan-style pizzas fired-to-order in the Marana Forni oven. Tasting plates, meats from the grill, snacks, salads, sides and spritzes are ready to enjoy.
Planning a celebration? The Observatory is also a breathtaking event space within the Royal Botanic Gardens, with elegant indoor and outdoor settings, perfect for events of all kinds.
Check it out here.
