Transformer Next Door

Name: Transformer Next Door
Address: Rear 382 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, AU-VIC, Australia, 3065
Telephone: (03) 9419 2022
Price range: $40 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

16 Reviews

$40 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

11:30 pm

Booked 6 times today

Vegan-friendly
Vegetarian-friendly
Good for special occasions

Innovative vegetarian delights with a fresh twist in a new location.
Transformer Next Door.
The venue you know and love, transformed into something new!

Discover a hidden leafy green haven and stay for a wine, a cocktail, a snack, a selection of small plates or a full course meal.
Pairing seasonal wholefood produce from our trusted local producers & artisans with a carefully curated wine list, we invite you to join us on a sensory exploration.

Enter through the gelato shop… we’ll see you next door.

(The hidden entrance to Transformer Next Door can be found inside Girls & Boys Ice-Cream Shop, located at 382A Brunswick St, Fitzroy.)

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9419 2022
Website
http://www.transformernextdoor.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
Rear 382 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, AU-VIC 3065
Area
Fitzroy
Cross Street
Near corner of Brunswick St and Rose St, Fitzroy
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Stop 17: Leicester St & Brunswick St (Route 11 Tram) *1 min walk*<br />-<br />Stop 14: Rose St & Nicholson St (Route 96 Tram) *5 min walk*<br />-<br />Stop 20: Keele St/Rose St & Smith St (Route 86 Tram) *8 min walk*
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

Marinated beetroot, aged red wine vinaigrette, celery, walnut, Woodside goats curd and golden quinoa cracker$19.00
GF, NFO
Brûlèe fennel, green pea panna cotta, black rice, marjoram oil, green pear and lime$21.00
GF, V, NF
Roasted Cauliflower Florets, Saffron-Pickled Cauliflower, Vegan Feta + Tofu Cream, Buckwheat + Pistachio Crumble, Artichoke Chips, Chervil and Nasturtium Leaf$23.00
GF, V, NFO
Wood grilled blue oyster mushroom, smoked sunflower cream, miso, yaki nori and spring onion oil$26.00
GF, V, NF

Mains

Buffalo Ricotta Gnocchi, Lemon Beurre Blanc, Pine Mushrooms, Marinated Brussel Sprout Leaves, Roasted Pine Nuts$37.00
NFO
Pressed Braised ‘Lamb’, Spiced Red Lentil & Chickpeas, Carrot, Zhoug, Burnt Vegetable Jus and Pickled Onions$39.00
V, NF
Wood-Fired Celeriac with Tamarind Glaze, Mung Beans, Caramelised Celeriac Puree, Glazed Shallots, Green Parsley Sauce, Fried Shallots, Yellow Mizuna Flowers and Parsley Oil$34.00
GF, V, NF
Lions Mane Mushroom, Shitake Demi-Glaze, Tamari, Daikon, Silverbeet, Barberries, Yuzu, Red Harissa and Smoked Baby Parsnips$35.00
GF, V, NFO

Sides

Fried Mayan Gold Potatoes with Herb Salt (creme fraiche +$4)$12.00
GF, V, NF
Mixed Broccolini, Mustard Oil + Coconut Sugar Vinaigrette, Lemon Zest and Mint$14.00
GF, V, NF

Desserts

Whipped Chocolate & Almond Mousse, Poached Rhubarb, Dark Chocolate & Peanut Tuile, Rhubarb Sorbet$18.00
GF, V
Cheese Plate | Le Marquis Chevre du Pelussin with New Season Quince in Syrup and Lavosh$18.00
NF

What 16 people are saying

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

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Transformer Next Door offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food and wines," and a considerate staff that enhances your visit with "friendly and helpful service." The venue is both airy and cozy, perfect for a memorable meal. Although prices are high, the "creative, tasty, and wonderfully colorful" dishes make it worth the splurge.

16 Reviews

T
Tina
Melbourne
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 31 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing. Very expensive but service was excellent, food was amazing and they really did go above and beyond with a genuine smile.
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Mark
Melbourne
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 August 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Nice warm and relaxed environment with freindly staff The food was nice but nothing overly exciting For the cost you can buy vegetables for ie cauliflower at $2-4 it very expensive to pay $30-40 for a main and poor value for money
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Mish
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I wish we received the same level of service everywhere like we did here! We were served by two amazing staff members, super friendly, humorous, they explained the food and wines well and simply made the entire experience a positively memorable one. It was our first visit so we tried the set menu and it didn't disappoint! Such interesting flavours and the portions were perfect, not too much to waste and definitely enough to feel satisfied. My partner is not vegan and he loved the 'braised lamb'. The roasted cauliflower entree was the winner, chocolate mousse with rhubarb close second. Decor is a cosy modern design, clearly well thought out. Can't fault this place, highly recommend. On our way out, we had so many amazing desserts at Girls & Boys Gelato to choose from to take home, so good!
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Sian
Melbourne
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent flavours and presentation of food. Friendly and helpful service. Overall great night
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The servers were fabulous—friendly but professional and k knowledgeable about every aspect of the menu. The venue is lovely—heaters warm the space so it’s airy and cosy. The food was magnificent—fresh, creative, tasty and wonderfully colourful. The wine list was great as well. A marvellous dining experience! Thank you.
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JanisS
Melbourne
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 13 July 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food here is not 100% vegan, but what is is very yummy. Great vegan wine and beer on offer. The staff are amazing and the customer service was excellent. The food and drink is expensive, that's why I cannot give 5 stars. Definitely a place to visit for a special occasion.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 12 July 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
We have been to Transformer when they were in the old building all the time now they moved to the much casual next door restaurant which not look like before at all . They cut off the menu and also drink.food wasn’t tasty and creative.
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OpenTable Diner
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Noise really didn't matter as with a deaf person. Light was almost an issue as deaf person is deafblind. But wait person added somerlight to make her life eating and seeing me signing easier. Food was great just would have liked one or two extra options... shooting up the prices. Thank you for the patience shown to us.
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Chris
Melbourne
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 16 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had the vegan banquet which included pretty much everything we wanted to order off the regular menu and every dish was amazing and unique. Courses were spaced comfortably apart, although we did ask if could wait ten minutes before having the desserts. Probably one of the best dining experiences we've had in Melbourne.
Transformer Next DoorResponded on 6 July 2024
Thanks Chris, we are so happy you enjoyed your time with us, hope to see you again soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was outstanding, accommodating my requests and engaging in lively stories about the wines. Food and wines were amazing.
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Transformer Next Door is rated 4.5 stars by 16 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

11:30 pm

Booked 6 times today

Rear 382 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, AU-VIC 3065

Additional information

Cross Street
Near corner of Brunswick St and Rose St, Fitzroy
Area
Fitzroy
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Stop 17: Leicester St & Brunswick St (Route 11 Tram) *1 min walk*-Stop 14: Rose St & Nicholson St (Route 96 Tram) *5 min walk*-Stop 20: Keele St/Rose St & Smith St (Route 86 Tram) *8 min walk*
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.transformernextdoor.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9419 2022

Transformer Next Door

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Additional information

Menu

Snacks

Mix Pickles$8.00

Gordal Olives with Pickled Garlic$10.00

Lightly Spiced Chilli Peanuts$5.00

Truffled Chickpea Panisse with Nutritional Yeast and Macadamia$16.00

Entrees

Marinated beetroot, aged red wine vinaigrette, celery, walnut, Woodside goats curd and golden quinoa cracker$19.00

Brûlèe fennel, green pea panna cotta, black rice, marjoram oil, green pear and lime$21.00

Roasted Cauliflower Florets, Saffron-Pickled Cauliflower, Vegan Feta + Tofu Cream, Buckwheat + Pistachio Crumble, Artichoke Chips, Chervil and Nasturtium Leaf$23.00

Wood grilled blue oyster mushroom, smoked sunflower cream, miso, yaki nori and spring onion oil$26.00

Mains

Buffalo Ricotta Gnocchi, Lemon Beurre Blanc, Pine Mushrooms, Marinated Brussel Sprout Leaves, Roasted Pine Nuts$37.00

Pressed Braised ‘Lamb’, Spiced Red Lentil & Chickpeas, Carrot, Zhoug, Burnt Vegetable Jus and Pickled Onions$39.00

Wood-Fired Celeriac with Tamarind Glaze, Mung Beans, Caramelised Celeriac Puree, Glazed Shallots, Green Parsley Sauce, Fried Shallots, Yellow Mizuna Flowers and Parsley Oil$34.00

Lions Mane Mushroom, Shitake Demi-Glaze, Tamari, Daikon, Silverbeet, Barberries, Yuzu, Red Harissa and Smoked Baby Parsnips$35.00

Sides

Fried Mayan Gold Potatoes with Herb Salt (creme fraiche +$4)$12.00

Mixed Broccolini, Mustard Oil + Coconut Sugar Vinaigrette, Lemon Zest and Mint$14.00

Desserts

Whipped Chocolate & Almond Mousse, Poached Rhubarb, Dark Chocolate & Peanut Tuile, Rhubarb Sorbet$18.00

Cheese Plate | Le Marquis Chevre du Pelussin with New Season Quince in Syrup and Lavosh$18.00

What 16 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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