Bottarga serves Modern Italian with Asian fusion in Brighton, with sommelier-led wine and signatures from scallop crudo to Glacier 51 toothfish.
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- Address
- 198 Bay St, Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
- Phone
- +61 3 9530 6515
- Website
- bottarga.com.au
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Modern Italian with Asian fusion
Modern Italian with Asian fusion frames Bottarga’s dinner brief, with scallop crudo, tiger prawn culurgiones, wagyu and Glacier 51 toothfish giving the menu clear points of reference.
198 Bay St, Brighton
198 Bay St in Brighton suits a Melbourne dinner plan that can run at a leisurely pace, with smart casual dress and upscale casual service shaping the evening.
Chef’s counter and open kitchen
The chef’s counter keeps the open kitchen central, so the livelier room fits a social dinner more than a hushed one.
How It Stacks Up
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottarga | Modern Italian with Asian Fusion | $$$ | Brighton | |
| Tipo 00 | Modern Italian Pasta Bar | $$$ | Melbourne | |
| Al Dente | Modern Northern Italian | $$$ | , | Carlton |
| Da Noi | Sardinian-Inspired Italian | $$$ | , | South Yarra |
| +39 Pizzeria | Italian Pizzeria | $$ | , | Melbourne CBD |
| Rosa's Canteen | Traditional Sicilian-Inspired Italian | $$ | , | Melbourne |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Star Wine List
Star Wine List
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator
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At a Glance
- Intimate
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Romantic
- Modern
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Celebration
- Open Kitchen
- Chefs Counter
- Extensive Wine List
- Sommelier Led
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 5–10 PM
- Friday
- 5–11 PM
- Saturday
- 5–11 PM
- Sunday
- 5–9:30 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Dim, intimate, and warm with a theatrical open kitchen; relaxed yet refined atmosphere that feels romantic on quieter nights and lively on busy evenings.