Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. Australia
  3. Canberra
  4. Inner North
  5. Canberra City
Monster Kitchen & Bar, Canberra, AU-ACT

Monster Kitchen & Bar

4.3
4.3
1193 Reviews
$41 to $100
Fusion / Eclectic

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
Monster Kitchen and Bar remains committed to offering a dining experience that is not just about food, but about the values we hold dear: inclusion, sustainability, innovation, and conscious consumption. Our new omnivorous menu is a natural extension of these values, and we believe it provides a more inclusive and holistic dining experience for our guests.

We are excited to continue evolving, offering a menu that celebrates the best of both plant-based and animal-based cuisine. From locally sourced vegetables to responsibly raised meats, every dish at Monster is a reflection of our commitment to quality, flavor, and sustainability. And as we continue to explore the vast possibilities of what food can be, we look forward to creating even more memorable dining experiences for you.

"WE MEAT AGAIN."

Join us at Monster Kitchen and Bar for an unforgettable culinary journey—where both herbivores and omnivores can celebrate the very best of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Modern Australian, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–9:45 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 6287 6287
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Wykes
  • Catering
    Full catering menu can be supplied upon request
  • Private party facilities
    To host your private event at Monster Kitchen & Bar. Contact our events team at events.nishi@ovolohotels.com or 02 6287 6287
  • Area
    Canberra City
  • Parking details
    Underground paid public parking available
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Bar Experience

    Multiple dates available
    Book your table @ Monster and enjoy our casual bar menu experience. We offer a different menu in our bar area, than our salon main dining room.
  • Casual Elegant Dining

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy your dinner experience in our main dining room, either through a set menu or a la carte offering. Monster Kitchen and Bar remains committed to offering a dining experience that is not just about food, but about the values we hold dear: inclusion, sustainability, innovation, and conscious consumption. Our new omnivorous menu is a natural extension of these values, and we believe it provides a more inclusive and holistic dining experience for our guests. "WE MEAT AGAIN".
  • Burger and Brew @ Monster Secret Garden

    $90.00 per person

    Prepaid

    23 Jan 2025 only
    5:30 pm
    Indulge in the ultimate duo! Enjoy a mouthwatering burger and a compliment with a refreshing tap beer supplied by Bridge Road Brewing, available unlimited for 2 hours. Perfect for sharing great vibes and good times.

What 1,193 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Canberra

    Best Overall

  • Canberra

    Best Food

  • Canberra

    Best Value

  • Canberra

    Good for groups

  • Canberra

    Healthy

  • Canberra

    Good for special occasions

  • Canberra

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Canberra

    Lively

  • Canberra

    Most Booked

  • Inner North

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monster Kitchen & Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and a "great vibe." Its creative vegetarian dishes impress even meat lovers, and the cozy atmosphere makes it perfect for any occasion. While service can occasionally be slow, the incredible flavors and friendly staff make it a "fabulous place to dine."

1,193 Reviews
  1. StueyR

    Canberra

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, awesome location. A real mix of very experienced and attentive staff, and inexperienced staff that really shouldn’t be in the roles they’re in as yet. An enjoyable night. Even though they’ve switched to an omnivore menu I enjoyed the vegetarian menu as much or more than the omnivore one. Order the salads for a real taste sensation… truely!

    Is this helpful?

  2. Frances

    Canberra

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked a table with bar food only. Food we ordered was delicious - corn ribs and mussels particularly. Would have liked a wider variety of small share plates, but still great. Cocktails were interesting. Unfortunately the one I really wanted was not available.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Susan

    Victoria

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    When I booked, I expected we would get table service. Had to put credit card up for the booking to be a bar menu and service.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Sally

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a family dinner for 10 on Xmas eve. Food was fantastic, had a lot of share plates which were easy and plentiful. Service and atmosphere was good, we did not get rushed out and stayed until late. Would definitely come back again.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Matt

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the food so much more when it was vegetarian. The vegetarian dishes altered to be made a vegan dish were all mushy / oily/ same flavor profile. Pretty disappointed with price and flavor. Presentation was beautiful, but texture and flavor was ordinary. So much different to what it used to be!

    Is this helpful?

  6. Meredith

    Canberra

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Fine for a relaxed meal with lots of great veg options.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Liz

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and staff. Very good food and staff.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Andrew

    Canberra

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fabulous night for a table of seven - 5 had the Vegetarian option, and 2 the Omnivore option. Service was discreet and atmosphere was quiet and congenial. The Vegetarian option was superb and great value for money. Thank you Monster Kitchen!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Ken

    Canberra

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Service very ordinary. Took 2 hours for 2 courses. Food expensive and portion size small.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Tim

    Canberra

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We visited as a group of four, having reserved a table in advance. Upon arrival, we were seated in an undesirable spot near the entrance, right next to a noisy table, despite the restaurant being mostly empty. After requesting a change, we were moved to a window seat, which was appreciated. We ordered three set meals and one large plate (ricotta pasta). While the pasta was delicious, its portion size was disappointingly small for a "large plate." As a result, we decided to share the set meals, but they were served together on a single plate. We requested that all future dishes be served on separate plates, but the next round still arrived on a shared plate. After reiterating our request, the dishes finally began arriving separately. Unfortunately, the steak from the omnivore set meal was served completely raw and cold—clearly uncooked. Additionally, each dish took 15–20 minutes to arrive, leaving us hungry and frustrated. Given our time constraints for an event, we eventually had to ask for all remaining dishes to be served at once. Despite this, our visit ended up lasting an unexpected 2.5 hours. Overall, while some dishes were tasty, the portion sizes, service, and painfully slow pacing left much to be desired. This experience was a mix of highs and lows, with room for significant improvement.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Monster Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 1193 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Monster Kitchen & Bar

25 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra, AU-ACT 2601

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Canberra City
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–9:45 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Modern Australian, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Underground paid public parking available
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Wykes
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (02) 6287 6287
  • Catering
    Full catering menu can be supplied upon request
  • Private party facilities
    To host your private event at Monster Kitchen & Bar. Contact our events team at events.nishi@ovolohotels.com or 02 6287 6287
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable Australia Level 22, 357 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo