Crossley St Cantina

Name: Crossley St Cantina
Address: 30-32 Crossley St, Melbourne, AU-VIC, Australia, 3000
Telephone: (03) 9193 4555
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (454)

$41 to $100

Spanish

30-32 Crossley St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

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2 people

29 Apr 2025

April 2025

11:30 pm

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Charming

Crossley St Cantina is a late night laneway tapas restaurant and cocktail bar located at the top end of town. Grab an intimate booth, dine at the low serving bar top or get secluded with a large group of friends in the private dining room and feast upon modern Spanish cuisine for lunch and dinner, all while sipping on great wines, cocktails, gins, and fortifieds.

Open for Dinner Tues-Sun from 5pm til late
Open for Lunch Fri - Sun 12pm - 5pm (including Bottomless Brunch)

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Spanish, Dining Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(03) 9193 4555
Website
http://www.crossleystcantina.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
KR Oquindo
Catering
Modern Spanish, late night dining, moody, bottomless brunch, 100% gluten free food menu (celiac friendly)
Private party facilities
Crossley St Cantina's intimate private dining room caters up to 32 guests

Location
30-32 Crossley St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Area
Melbourne CBD
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Bottomless Brunch $79pp
Multiple dates available
Every weekend starting at 12pm & and finishing at 5pm (last bookings at 3:30pm) is bottomless brunch time at Crossley St Cantina! 90 minutes of free flowing Gin Tonicas (Spanish style Gin & Tonic - sweet, savoury, citus options), Vermouth Spritz, Sangria de Verano, beer and wine coupled with a 5 plate selection of the chefs favourite dishes. 100% Gluten free (Celiac friendly) & vegan friendly options available.
Pre Theatre Dinner
Multiple dates available
Heading to a show? Let us know what show, the start time and we'll ensure you are well fed and arrive on time after dining on our Pre-Theatre set dinner menu ($60 per person) with 5 tapas dishes (including dessert), plus a drink on arrival (gin tonica, sangria, mimosa, beer, wine or soft drink). 100% Gluten free (Celiac friendly) & vegan friendly options available.
'THE CLASSICS' Feed Me Menu
Multiple dates available
Dine on our Chef's Feed Me menu - 'THE CLASSICS' $79 per person (min 2 people) It includes a selection of individual and shared pinxtos, small and large tapas, and dessert. Please note: 8 guests or more dining between 5pm and 9:30pm must dine on a set menu. 100% Gluten free (Celiac friendly) & vegan friendly options available.

Artisanal sourdough from KUDO, tomato pulp, whipped chive and finger lime butter
Pan con Tomate
Beetroot flan, almond biscuit, horseradish foam
Flan de Remolacha
Baked scallops, garlic mornay, finger lime, karkalla
Vieras del Camino
Poached prawn roulade, saffron butter emulsion, seablight, garlic-chilli tuille
Gambas Cocidas
Crispy enoki mushrooms, leek and coriander gel, davidson plum gastrique
Setas Rebozadas (VG)
Basque salted cod, seafood paella rice cracker, lemon aspen dust
Socarrat de Paella con Bacalao a la Vizcayna
Chicken skin crackling, whipped goat cheese, truffle honey, pomegranate, saltbush
Chicharón de Pollo
Roasted lamb ribs, bush pepper rub with vanilla, preserved lemon and baby capsicum, river mint
Costillas de Cordero con Limon de Marruecos
Roasted quail, pureed pumpkin, sherry roasted grapes, muntree fruit
Codorniz con Uvas
Bruleed house chorizo terrine, PX sherry vinegar caviar, sweet corn puree, blackened onion dust
Chorizo de la Casa
Crispy brussels sprout, chilli-maple dressing
Coles de Bruselas (VG)
Baked layered scalloped potatoes, spicy tomato, garlic alioli
Patatas Bravas (VG)
Basque style grilled 400g porterhouse steak, roasted bone marrow, pepperberry veal jus
Txuleta a la Vasca

DESSERT

Basque burnt cheesecake, dulce de leche, berry coulis
Tarta de Queso (V)
Churros, thick chocolate ganache, pistachio cream
Churros (VG)

What 454 people are saying

Crossley St Cantina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Melbourne
Gluten-free-friendly
City Centre
Great for brunch
City Centre
Gluten-free-friendly
City Centre
Healthy
City Centre
Great for fine wines
City Centre
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Crossley St Cantina is celebrated for its "fantastic" food and "outstanding" service, making it a go-to venue in Melbourne's CBD. With a cozy atmosphere and 100% gluten-free offerings, it accommodates various dietary needs. Highlights include "crispy brussel sprouts" and "chorizo terrine." An ideal spot for pre-theatre dining and special occasions.

454 Reviews

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Jordan
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waiter was friendly and helpful. Food and drinks were great too. It wasn't too busy, so it wasn't noisy.
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James
Victoria2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the first time we stumbled upon Cantina it instantly became our go to venue in the CBD. The food is always incredible and the service is as good, if not better, than any other restaurant in the CBD and they are extremely accomodating of dietary requirements and never make you feel like a burden for them. The pre-theatre dining meal is awesome value. Could not recommend Cantina any higher. P.S. Make sure you try the Brussel sprouts; seriously just do it!
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Clay
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As someone with a coeliac and FODMAP diet, it’s so hard to find anything more than sweets and cakes in Melbourne CBD. So when we stumbled across this little gem we were elated. The service was outstanding and the food was fantastic, and the establishment is 100% gluten free! We’ll be back!
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Liz
Melbourne12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Yet again amazing food and great service! The Brussels sprouts and the prawn dish are the best! Thanks again for a lovely night!
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usha
Melbourne6 reviews
2.0
Dined on 28 March 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was average Service was a bit slow Was not sure what to expect
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Lesley
Sydney3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely Spanish style restaurant with great Tapas. In particular the scallops, Brussel spouts and chorizo terrine were delicious. Must try the Vermut! Basque cheesecake was rich and smooth. A nice experience with really great service and excellent presentation of the food.
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Barbers
Melbourne5 reviews
3.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We had been here on a prior occasion and were super impressed with the food and the service, however on our second visit, we were wedged up against a pillar, food was nice, but once you’ve had it, it’s not as good second time around. Service was nothing out of the ordinary, but it could be that it was extremely busy, not that it should be an excuse. If we didn’t grab the attention of wait staff, we might have died of thirst. The restaurant was extremely noisy and it was difficult to have a conversation with people across the table let alone the individual pushed in behind the pillar. Certainly don’t mind paying for quality food and service, but don’t think we will rush back.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, relaxed, food was well presented and tasty with good guidance re quantity of tapas plates
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Liz
Melbourne12 reviews
4.0
Dined on 21 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A great night with friends from NZ - amazing food, drinks and service! A great night out! Thankyou!
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OpenTable Diner
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was outstanding, particularly our very attentive and kind french waitress. The food was delicious, especially the duck and the fried chicken skin (thanks to the honey-truffel dressing).
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Crossley St Cantina is rated 4.5 stars by 454 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

30-32 Crossley St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Melbourne CBD
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Spanish, Dining Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
KR Oquindo
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.crossleystcantina.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9193 4555
Catering
Modern Spanish, late night dining, moody, bottomless brunch, 100% gluten free food menu (celiac friendly)
Private party facilities
Crossley St Cantina's intimate private dining room caters up to 32 guests

Crossley St Cantina

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Bottomless Brunch $79pp

Pre Theatre Dinner

'THE CLASSICS' Feed Me Menu

Menu

TAPAS

Artisanal sourdough from KUDO, tomato pulp, whipped chive and finger lime butter

Beetroot flan, almond biscuit, horseradish foam

Baked scallops, garlic mornay, finger lime, karkalla

Poached prawn roulade, saffron butter emulsion, seablight, garlic-chilli tuille

Crispy enoki mushrooms, leek and coriander gel, davidson plum gastrique

Basque salted cod, seafood paella rice cracker, lemon aspen dust

Chicken skin crackling, whipped goat cheese, truffle honey, pomegranate, saltbush

Roasted lamb ribs, bush pepper rub with vanilla, preserved lemon and baby capsicum, river mint

Roasted quail, pureed pumpkin, sherry roasted grapes, muntree fruit

Bruleed house chorizo terrine, PX sherry vinegar caviar, sweet corn puree, blackened onion dust

Crispy brussels sprout, chilli-maple dressing

Baked layered scalloped potatoes, spicy tomato, garlic alioli

Basque style grilled 400g porterhouse steak, roasted bone marrow, pepperberry veal jus

DESSERT

Basque burnt cheesecake, dulce de leche, berry coulis

Churros, thick chocolate ganache, pistachio cream

What 454 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

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