Where to Eat in Doncaster: The Best Restaurants and Bars

February 5, 2018 Myesha Cogley

Discover the best restaurant in Doncaster, Australia including Golden Dragon Palace, Mercer's, The Pancake Parlour, Brunelli, Tao's Restaurant, Tender Trap, Ampang Tofu, Vibrante Restaurant, Templestowe Living Room, Carlucci's
Things to do in Doncaster

1. Golden Dragon Palace

363 Manningham Rd, Templestowe Lower, Manningham, Victoria 3107, Australia Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards Chinese, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +61 3 9852 4086
Excellent
24%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
10%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 138 reviews

Golden Dragon Palace

Reviewed By Philip J - Melbourne

If you are feeling in the need of a good yum cha, but don't want to travel into the city, I can recommend the Golden Dragon Palace in the "New Territories' - (Doncaster/Templestowe.
There is good parking, including an underground carpark, and the restaurant is spacious, comfortable and usually, very busy!
There is an excellent selection of yum cha - the trollies are constant and there is always a wide selection of dumplings, buns, meats, etc. I have always found the choices plentiful and delicious.
I recommend that you book before hand, although yum cha is served all week, not just on the weekend.

2. Mercer's

732 Main Rd, Eltham, Victoria 3095, Australia Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Australian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner +61 3 9431 1015
Excellent
79%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 111 reviews

Mercer's

Reviewed By OzBee - Melbourne, Australia

A quiet restaurant away from the crowds. A great place for a pleasant meal with friends. Service is good and the food is excellent.

3. The Pancake Parlour

550 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster, Manningham, Victoria 3108, Australia Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Australian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$78 - HK$243 +61 3 9848 6836
Excellent
19%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
10%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 269 reviews

The Pancake Parlour

Reviewed By TwoSheds57 - Melbourne, Australia

I’ve spent many years trying not to go to the Pancake Parlour. I’m not that fond of pancakes savoury or sweet. My memories of the place from the past were not kind. The place doesn’t have a strong reputation either. But, I had to go...MoreHi TwoSheds57, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback :)

4. Brunelli

87 High St, Doncaster, Manningham, Victoria 3108, Australia Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Highchairs Available Italian, Pizza Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch +61 3 9816 3555
Excellent
25%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
29%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 31 reviews

Brunelli

Reviewed By Brian B - Melbourne, Australia

We tried this unpretentious restaurant with regular dinner friends. Parking is easy,and decor simple.But the food was exquisite and portions very generous.The squid entree was simply stunning.A bit above your normal pizza/pasta restaurant.Will definitely go back again.

5. Tao's Restaurant

201 Bulleen Rd, Bulleen, Manningham, Victoria 3105, Australia Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Highchairs Available Asian, Fusion, Chinese, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner HK$353 - HK$471 +61 3 9852 0777
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 71 reviews

Tao's Restaurant

A private dining haven for a unique dining experience. Tao’s is one-of-a-kind modern Japanese concept that offers a multi-course selective set menu. The restaurant is fully licensed and Byo wine only, Corkage Charges: Wines/Champagne Below 750ML - $10/bottle, Above 750ML - $20/bottle. The food is a careful combination of Eastern and Western fare that offers an exciting blend of traditional and contemporary flavors. Tao’s romantic ambience is the perfect setting for special occasions, wedding receptions or corporate functions. Located in Bulleen just off the Eastern Freeway, with ample parking space.

Reviewed By Ravinder S - Melbourne, Australia

Plus points: Very nice location and very roomy with good space between the tables; BYO with $10 charge per bottle; good and varied selection for each course; presentation is very impressive;
Negative points; our waiter was not very good or accommodating... asked him a number of times to slow it down between courses. He was also pushing us to leave when there were still other customers present.
Being a 6-course meal I personally felt the portion size for each course was too big... might be ok for others!
Overall we had a great evening out with great food, lovely wines and good friends.

6. Tender Trap

266 Blackburn Rd, Doncaster East, Manningham, Victoria 3109, Australia Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Australian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +61 3 9842 3466
Excellent
54%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 92 reviews

Tender Trap

Reviewed By Jaquelr - Collaroy Beach, Australia

Very nice food and great service. The paella is a 40 minute wait, but worth waiting for. We were the only diners. We were treated very well and not rushed at all. Be wary of the time limit parking out the front!

7. Ampang Tofu

13 Village Ave, Doncaster, Manningham, Victoria 3108, Australia Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Chinese, Asian, Malaysian, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +61 3 9857 4480
Excellent
23%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
9%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 64 reviews

Ampang Tofu

Reviewed By robol - Melbourne, Australia

Ampang Tofu has undergone an extensive refurbishment since I last reviewed it, and it is now quite a large restaurant with ample Seating that even spills out onto the footpath with overhead radiant heaters and about 3 or 4 tables outside.
I couldn't help myself and had to upload some photos of their current menu. It looks like they must have had it printed in China as it contains some completely nonsensical and ridiculous phrases. You'd think after being in the business this long, they'd have some idea of the English language!
Anyway the food is still good. The current price for the Yong Tofu (soup with noodles and 6 ingredients) is $13. The restaurant is as popular as ever and the last time I went for dinner, there was a queue for tables and the waitress was taking down names. This is a regular occurrence, so if you can book, do so, and don't be late or the Waitstaff tell you off!
Tea was complimentary, which is a must at a restaurant like this, and service was what you'd expect from an asian eatery - nothing spectacular and the customer has to be a bit proactive in getting the attention of the Waitstaff.
Anyway they're clearly doing something right judging by the popularity, and I'll be back for sure too!

8. Vibrante Restaurant

133 James St, Templestowe, Manningham, Victoria 3106, Australia Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar Italian, Australian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night 6198466222
Excellent
42%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 196 reviews

Vibrante Restaurant

its on most other review sites but not tripadvisor

Reviewed By gjgshopping - Diamond Creek, Australia

Well worth a visit. Good Italian style cuisine and has in the past had a great jazz combo on the first Sunday of each month. Not sure if this is still the case so check this out. Otherwise a good venue for social gatherings.

9. Templestowe Living Room

19 Anderson St, Templestowe, Manningham, Victoria 3106, Australia Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments Australian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night HK$94 - HK$298 98466158
Excellent
38%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 192 reviews

Templestowe Living Room

Reviewed By Nick L - Melbourne, Australia

As a last minute choice this restaurant turned out to be good choice. Its quite a roomy restaurant with plenty of well spaced tables. Service was friendly and pretty prompt. The cuisine was modern Italian which generally will satisfy most palates. Most main meals were around the $30 dollar mark so it represented good value for good quality food.

10. Carlucci's

134 James St, Templestowe, Manningham, Victoria 3106, Australia Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Late Night HK$94 - HK$212 +61 3 9846 7963
Excellent
33%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 124 reviews

Carlucci's

Reviewed By Prav11 - Melbourne, Australia

If you're looking for dinner out in Templestowe then this is the place! From starters to mains to dessert the service and quality was excellent. Garlic or herb pizza/ focaccia is a great way to start onto the perfect sized pizza and pasta. The pizza...MoreHello Prav11, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We love it when our guests enjoy their meals and have a great time at our restaurant! We're all looking forward to seeing you again soon! Kind Regards, Mariano.

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