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Oster, Richmond, AU-VIC

Oster

4.6
4.6
387 Reviews
$41 to $100
Italian

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2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Inspired by our Northern Italian roots, we bring the traditionally casual, regional osteria into an urban setting. And shake it up a bit.
Unfussy local food & wine hosted in a warm neighbourhood eatery. Strictly seasonal produce, championing regional growers & artisans.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European, Modern Australian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9428 0749
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Nicola Romano
  • Catering
    A seasonally-varying menu sees chef Nicola create amazing dishes with what is best in season. You might not get the same thing twice on your plate, but you’ll get the same quality and very same hospitality you come to expect at Ostēr every time.
  • Private party facilities
    Ostēr is a welcoming 40 seater dining room in Richmond, well connected to public transport, walking distance to the Hepworth Hospital, East Melbourne, the MCG, Rod Laver Arena, and numerous other event venues. Each package can be tailored to suit your specific dietary and requests.Please contact us at info@ostereatery.com.au or TEL. (03) 9428 0749
  • Area
    Richmond
  • Parking details
    Street Parking and Epworth Hospital Parking
  • Public transit
    Tram lines 48/75, Train West Richmond and Richmond station, Bus line 246.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • A LA CARTE

    Multiple dates available
    Our A La Carte Menu offers a fresh and unique dining experience, utilising the best of Australian produce.
    A LA CARTE photo
  • WE LOVE PASTA

    $65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Buon Appetito! We've put together a tasty 3-course set menu for you, starter, pasta and dessert. It's all about relishing great food, savoring wonderful moments, and living life to the fullest. So, why wait? Buon Appetito!
    WE LOVE PASTA photo
  • 6 course degustation menu.

    $120.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our 6 course tasting menu inspired by seasonal Australian produce laden with global influences. *Regular a la carte menu still available / Pre-payment not required / Dietary requirements can be catered for / Please note that at this stage we cannot offer a full vegan degustation menu.
    6 course degustation menu. photo

What 387 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Inner City East

    Best Overall

  • Inner City East

    Best Food

  • Inner City East

    Best Service

  • Inner City East

    Best Ambience

  • Inner City East

    Best Value

  • Inner City East

    Good for business meals

  • Inner City East

    Innovative

  • Inner City East

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Inner City East

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner City East

    Healthy

  • Inner City East

    Hot spot

  • Inner City East

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Inner City East

    Great for fine wines

  • Inner City East

    Romantic

  • Inner City East

    Good for special occasions

  • Inner City East

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Oster offers an exceptional dining experience with "tasty" Italian pasta, "efficient" service, and a cozy atmosphere. The chef-owner, Nick, provides a personal touch that makes each visit memorable. Highlights include a "creative, seasonal" menu and a great BYO option. It's an ideal spot for a refined meal in Melbourne.

387 Reviews
  1. Harry

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, service and vibe as always, Will be sad to see this place close down

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  2. Judy

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Tuna tartare delicious as was risotto. Steak tough and chops predictable. Veg need to be ordered in addition. Lacking atmosphere and ‘buzz’

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  3. Liz

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely tasting menu with well thought out flavour combinations. Some unexpected combos which worked well. Friendly staff with attention to detail.

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  4. Alison

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful food, service and value. Highly recommend

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  5. Luke

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful ambience, friendly staff, powerful flavours, interesting wines. Highly recommended.

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  6. Michelle

    Tropical QLD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group of 3 women loved Oster. Food and service were amazing. Planning to come back soon

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  7. Opentable

    Melbourne

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fantastic dining experience at Ostēr. The food was delicious and beautifully presented, and the service from Nick, the chef-owner, was exceptional. His attention to detail and passion made the evening unforgettable. Highly recommend!Grazie

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  8. Opentable

    Melbourne

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great under every single aspect, the peppercorn sauce on the flank steak was delicious. Great service and great atmosphere.

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  9. Jennifer

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The welcome was great, the service excellent and the staff wonderful from the owner to the table servers.

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  10. Oanh

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great. The food was expensive for the portion size, and my partner's pasta was under cooked, which ruined the experience for us.
    OsterResponded on 27 September 2024
    Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased you enjoyed the service, but we’re sorry to hear the portion size and pasta didn’t meet your expectations. Regarding pricing, we believe our $40 Aperipasta menu, which includes pasta, wine, and dessert, offers good value. It’s worth noting that we serve pasta al dente, an Italian tradition, though we understand it may not suit all tastes. We wish you’d mentioned the issue on the night, as we could have explained or replaced the dish. We hope to welcome you back soon. Warm regards, Nick Ostēr

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FAQs

Oster is rated 4.6 stars by 387 OpenTable diners.

Oster does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Oster

76-78 Bridge Road, Richmond, AU-VIC 3121

Additional information

  • Area
    Richmond
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European, Modern Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking and Epworth Hospital Parking
  • Public transit
    Tram lines 48/75, Train West Richmond and Richmond station, Bus line 246.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Nicola Romano
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (03) 9428 0749
  • Catering
    A seasonally-varying menu sees chef Nicola create amazing dishes with what is best in season. You might not get the same thing twice on your plate, but you’ll get the same quality and very same hospitality you come to expect at Ostēr every time.
  • Private party facilities
    Ostēr is a welcoming 40 seater dining room in Richmond, well connected to public transport, walking distance to the Hepworth Hospital, East Melbourne, the MCG, Rod Laver Arena, and numerous other event venues. Each package can be tailored to suit your specific dietary and requests.Please contact us at info@ostereatery.com.au or TEL. (03) 9428 0749
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