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True South Black Rock - True South, Black Rock, AU-VIC

True South

4.5
4.5
795 Reviews
$40 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Located in the picturesque bayside suburb of Black Rock, True South holds prime position as the areas best and biggest Restaurant, Bar & Function Space.

Once used as an auto repair shop, this modern gastro pub has undergone a colossal renovation, keeping the original facade, but completely stripping back the inside to create the incredible space it is today. The talented chefs at True South offer a modern Argentinean menu, served in the newly converted setting.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Argentinean, Latin / Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9589 3194
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Shannon Grigg
  • Catering
    Try our delicious Argentinean styled food. We offer both large and small tapas plates, designed to share, creating a communal dining experience you can enjoy with friends and keep food envy at bay! ​Ta
  • Private party facilities
    True South offers a variety of spaces, the feature being the upstairs Bay View Room which offers stunning views of Port Phillip Bay, has exposed ceilings and a soft industrial style finish. Our Private Dining room is perfect for cocktail styled events or sit down dinners. True South caters for Weddings, Celebrations, Birthdays and more.
  • Area
    Black Rock
  • Cross Street
    Near the corner of Balcombe Road
  • Parking details
    There is a public carpark out the back of True South. This can be accessed via Beach Road (you turn down the small lane next to the bike shop) or Ebden Ave (you turn off Balcombe Road). Another small public carpark is on Balcombe Road itself (opposite Ebden Ave) and there is all day street parking in Ebden Ave itself.
  • Public transit
    The 825 Moorabbin and 600 Southland buses stop on Balcombe Road/Ebden Ave, a 1-2 minute walk from True South.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • $30 Barra-Monday

    Multiple dates available
    Mondays just got a whole lot better with our $30 Barramundi Special! Your choice of grilled or battered barramundi fillet with chips, house salad & tartare. Included house beverage. Available all day!
    $30 Barra-Monday photo
  • $30 Steak Special

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our $30 Steak Special every Thursday, all day! Porterhouse steak, chips, salad, chimichurri and your choice from our selection of house wine or Carlton Draught 🔥🍴
    $30 Steak Special photo
  • Tuesday Trivia Night 2025

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for weekly Trivia every Tuesday at 7pm! FREE entry and great prizes to be won. Hosted upstairs in our Bay View Room it is the perfect night out. PLUS enjoy our $30 Steak Night special
    Tuesday Trivia Night 2025 photo

What 795 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Bayside

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
True South delights with "amazing food" and a "great vibe" by the bay. The menu impresses with diverse options, including standout dishes like fish tacos and lamb. While service can be inconsistent, hospitality shines through in accommodating large groups. Ideal for gatherings, True South offers a memorable dining experience.

795 Reviews
  1. David

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fair range of food that was extremely well done. Not too busy (Sunday lunch) so nice and quiet. Dim lighting lends to a cosy atmosphere. Staff were very good and not too intrusive

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  2. gary

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot - first time back in five years and still a great spot.

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  3. David

    Melbourne

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good hearty food, service staff is very good, friendly and looked after us well. Unlike quite a few other restaurants, True South is good for big groups in that they don’t force you to go with a banquet or set menu. Our group of over 8 people were allowed to order ala carte and individuals within our big group are catered for individually. Big thumbs up for this!!!

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  4. Carol

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    TrueSouth is an excellent spot for anyone looking to enjoy a great vibe, amazing beer options and great food choice. Seating is inside or out so great for summer evenings. Highly recommended for beer enthusiasts and casual dinners alike.

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  5. Angie

    Melbourne

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I think it's over-priced for what you get. We were a table of six and four of us ordered steak which is pricey however we didn't mind as long as it was cooked perfectly and value for money. The steak came out with no garnishings or sides and each steak had been cut by the chef to check if cooked. So wrong! Our waitress, who could have been the head waitress, as she seemed to be in charge, had zero personality and did not smile once and seemed abrupt. Maybe she was having an off-day! It was a birthday celebration and I wanted it to be special however I walked out and felt robbed.

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  6. Rebekah

    VIP

    Melbourne

    35 reviews

    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, efficient service in a stunning location by the bay.

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  7. Carolyn

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous shared plates. We enjoyed a lovely lazy lunch overlooking the fabulous bay and we were provided with amazing service by Millie and the other wait staff staff on that day. Great job True South!!.

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  8. Mary

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and value for money. Would eat there again

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  9. Sharon

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food as always! Great place for gathering, party or event!

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  10. Michael

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and can highly recommend the suckling pig! Great beer and wine selection as well.

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FAQs

True South offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9589 3194.

True South is rated 4.5 stars by 795 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 26 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for True South

298 Beach Rd, Black Rock, AU-VIC 3193

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Near the corner of Balcombe Road
  • Area
    Black Rock
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Argentinean, Latin / Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a public carpark out the back of True South. This can be accessed via Beach Road (you turn down the small lane next to the bike shop) or Ebden Ave (you turn off Balcombe Road). Another small public carpark is on Balcombe Road itself (opposite Ebden Ave) and there is all day street parking in Ebden Ave itself.
  • Public transit
    The 825 Moorabbin and 600 Southland buses stop on Balcombe Road/Ebden Ave, a 1-2 minute walk from True South.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Shannon Grigg
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (03) 9589 3194
  • Catering
    Try our delicious Argentinean styled food. We offer both large and small tapas plates, designed to share, creating a communal dining experience you can enjoy with friends and keep food envy at bay! ​Ta
  • Private party facilities
    True South offers a variety of spaces, the feature being the upstairs Bay View Room which offers stunning views of Port Phillip Bay, has exposed ceilings and a soft industrial style finish. Our Private Dining room is perfect for cocktail styled events or sit down dinners. True South caters for Weddings, Celebrations, Birthdays and more.
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