It's a 4.5. This steakhouse is tucked away in a lane off Little Collins St. I know this area well but had no idea this place was here. It's a pleasantly laid out bistro that I found warm and very easy on the eye. Things feel relaxed here, at least on a Monday visit. I was warmly and politely greeted at front of house. My desire just for a Greek salad with some grilled chicken was easily negotiated. The salad was lovely. The chicken was tender and very nicely marinated. It was beautifully grilled and had a deep lasting flavour. The salad too was nicely composed and had a lovely flavour as well. Add extra points too for a couple of heirloom tomatoes which we all know are pricey. There was no skimping on the olive oil, olives or feta either and the Spanish onion was used judiciously and didn't overpower the dish. I enjoyed the dish very much and it delivered more than I was expecting. I love it when a simple dish is so well prepared and as enjoyable as this one was. The kitchen should take a bow. Hats off to my server too who was efficient but unhurried and very accommodating. I had no desire for a steak here this time. I expect that'll change in future when I make a return visit. read more

I came here with a large group and everyone was satisfied with their meal, having a selection between different cuts of beef, chicken, fish and lamb. What was most impressive was the entrees and sides to choose from - we went with the garlic butter prawns, delicious and fragrant; fried onion rings with side of aioli, crunchy and fun; mushroom aranchini balls, chewy and flavourful; and side of hot chips which were pretty standard. Complimentary bread is also served. There is a chart in the menu to help select the right cut of beef for you. This was useful and the mid-range organic selection of scotch fillet I chose was a very large serve. In fact, I only got through half of it and shared the rest. It was flavourful and rich with the garlic butter topping, although I noticed that the longer the meat sat, it became more chewy. I would have preferred the texture to remain tender. You get a choice of hot chips, creamy mashed potatoes or salad with your meal. Most fine dining establishments would make you pay extra so that was a nice perk. Prices overall are not cheap but this is a good place to enjoy a steak in a less formal atmosphere. There were colourful paintings and natural lighting that enhanced the meal. Lastly, staff were attentive, ensuring we had drinks at all times. I don't think we ever had to call anyone over, so it was a good experience overall. read more

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Get out your suits and ties people. This place is fancy....... Rare steakhouse is a high end steak house with white linens and professional waiters. They offer the finest cuts of meat, all organic and sourced in Australia. In addition for those who dont care for steak, they have seafood, chicken, pork and top quaity Australian lamb. Not the best place for a vegetarian, but for everyone else you are sure to find something you will love. For the ambiance, the quality of food and the service, you will pay a price. So for me, this is a special occasion- only place. If you are trying to impress someone, take them here, and remember your table manners! read more

Rare Steakhouse Uptown - Steakhouses Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

I'm not a steak person but I love Rare. Bringing sophistication and class to the good ole grill, Rare is certainly an up market treat. In saying that though for the produce you get, and the quality of the meals and service prices are not that exorbitant. For less than $50 you can get yourself a 400gram Porterhouse, or any other type of steak you can imagine. With over 15 cuts of beef on the menu, all organically grown and Australian sourced, as well as delectable seafood, pork and chicken dishes. For vegetarians the range of salads are really yummy and the baked mushrooms go a long way to filling that hole in your belly. It's unpretentious class which is hard to come by in Melbourne. Waitresses in higher end establishments generally think they're too good to serve you with a smile or personality, but the wait staff at Rare are professional and friendly. Divine decor, delectable dishes and happy little helpers, you might not be able to go here often but if you're after a treat, look no further than Rare! read more

Rare Steakhouse Uptown - Steakhouses Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

R - rare to get a bad meal here A - always order a steak - its a steakhouse after all R - rare, medium or well - its cooked to perfection E - every cut of meat you can think of in various weights to suit everyone S - selection of sauces - green pepper, mushroom, blue cheese etc T - top quality steak - melts in your mouth E - enjoy chips, baked potato or mash (personally chips is the only option) A - atmosphere is a little fancy, but not over the top K - kind of on the pricey side, especially once you order sauce and sides H - hope your not a vegetarian - as you'll leave hungry O - other proteins on the menu, but its a steakhouse so eat the steak! U - usual suspects of desserts - good, but order a bigger steak instead!! S - steak lover, you'll like this place E - equally as good as Squires Loft and City Grill (all in the same family) read more

Some of the finest service I've received anywhere. Food was great, though my companion picked a nicer cut of steak than I did (I was warned haha-he had the Wagu!) The Irish Waiter was patient, helpful and charming. The Gin & Elderflower Boston Sour was one of the BEST DRINKS I EVER TASTED-make no mistake!! The Nutty Beekeeper was good too-Just didn't knock my socks off. The vegetables and potatoes were great too. A really enjoyable night w great staff and service!! My dining companion thought so too FYI. And excellent choices of mustard! read more

Rare Steakhouse Uptown - Steakhouses Near Me - Melbourne, VIC

One of the biggest rip off joints I have ever eaten at. I am dumb founded how this place stays in business in Melbourne. The basic scotch fillet at 38.50 was very average (I had a much better one at The Duke down the road in better atmosphere for 32). WARNING!!!!: Do not eat the oysters here... I left feeling very queasy. Avoid at all costs. This place is on the nose big time. read more

Rare strikes me as the kind of place that doesn't try to do too much. Steak, a small range of sides and alternatives to steak, a decent wine list ... there's nothing spectacular, there's nothing that says "give me a hat", there's just good food, good service, good prices. I've been a handful of times, and they've cooked my steak as I've asked for it every time. Sounds like something obvious, but it's not. Likewise, everyone else at the table has always had their meat cooked the way it has been ordered. There are small niggles - the wines by the glass are probably a vintage or two young (e.g. the shiraz are all 2010 varieties), the desserts are probably a little too run-of-the-mill, it can get a little noisy at times. But, overall, it's a great place for a casual meal with friends. read more

Great meal here. Steak perfectly cooked and prices are fair. We also had a mixed appetizer plate with amazing mushrooms and incredible lamb chops. Great food, highly recommend! read more

Went here for a work lunch. The place was packed and deafeningly loud. It was also full of men. Talk about a sausage fest in a meat shop... The general consensus was that the food was ok. Unfortunately, when you are paying a lot of money, 'ok' isn't really the reaction you would be hoping for. Some of the issues: meat under or over cooked, uninspiring sides, average chips and the 'truffle' mash was bland (aside from too much salt). Apparently the sticky date pudding was good, but who goes to a steakhouse for dessert? Oh and for the record - I had the FISH, and it was very nice. Go figure. read more

Great steaks, especially for the price, which isn't exorbitant ($30-40 for their standard cuts). Started off with the mushroom caps and the borewors. Both were great, although I think the mains have a much better value for money than the starters -- the mushroom caps were $13 for four caps and cheese. I had the big bone-in ribeye and it was delicious. My complaint about the steak is that I ordered it with no sauce but they still splashed something on it, probably worcestershire sauce. Great steaks do not need that, ever!! Just salt and pepper would have been MUCH better. The service was fairly bad by steakhouse standards. We had already ordered wine and eaten half our bread by the time we got served water, and had to request a waiter to take our food order after at least ten minutes. The servers also constantly reached right over one or two diners to hand out cutlery and glasses etc. when they could have easily done the right thing and walked around the table. So while the overall experience was not top notch, I'd definitely recommend this place for a legit steak at a good price. read more

Really fabulous place for exceptional steak and wine experience!! So happy we made it there whilst in Melbourne.

My first thought was that "this must be a joke". We were totally duped as vacationing tourists from New York into thinking that Rare was anything resembling a decent steakhouse. It's the oldest trick in the book as Rare is the definition of a "tourist trap". The steak was horrible. I routinely have better cuts of meat at the local pub. They have a marble chart on the menu so that you may order a better cut and there is no way in hell I received what I ordered. And just to drive it all home, I couldn't help but notice the thick layer of dust atop the cushioned wall my girlfriend was sitting against across from me. Total joke. Don't waste your time and money. read more

Came highly recommend from my hotel. I went for a walk and had to enter through an ally way. Food was amazing as I went for the eye filet. So tender! If you're in the area, you must try it out! read more

Good steaks, but price is high, Need to give more sauce with the steak. Service was good but took to long to get drinks. read more

The appetizers were actually quite good with pork ribs falling off the bone and really nice shrimp boiled in butter and garlic in ramekins. The wine selection was also quite diverse and fantastic featuring many Victoria based wineries. However for a place that bills itself as a steakhouse they should be able to cook a steak. I sat at a table of 10 people and at least 4 of them had their steaks overcooked. A nice bone-in ribeye should be flavorful and tender and they cooked all of that out of it. I felt like it was a waste of a nice pasture raised steak to make it tough and flavorless. Maybe they didn't let them rest, or maybe they just went crazy with the heat but medium and medium-rare steaks should not be gray in the middle... read more

Great food. Certainly can't complain about the quality; however a bit pricey. I don't mind paying for good food, but it's just taking advantage of people to ask $50+/- for a steak. read more

My wife and i were visiting Melbourne for our wedding anniversary, and chose the rare steakhouse as we do love our steak. Simply put, this was the best steak i had ever eaten. No fat at all and cooked exactley how i wanted it. Also i should mention that the service was great, we were served by a tattooed lady, i dont recall the name, but she was really friendley and nothing was a problem for her! I cant wait to go back again! read more

Great cuts of steak. Lovely wines and beer. Would've gotten 5 stars but the staff needs a bit more training on how to conduct themselves. Overall it's worth the visit. read more

This is an amazing gem for those who enjoy a great quality steak. Great for small groups or a family meal. The service is great and the atmosphere is very relaxing. The staff are very friendly and the Mel's are made just right. read more

Great delicious steaks (but won't blow you away). Been there twice. Both times served by wait staff who it was their first day working there, or the first time in Australia. If you are after good service, this is not the place for you. But if you need a quick feed before a movie without breaking the bank then its ok. read more

Ate there last night with three friends. Steaks were cooked correctly but they were terrible. I paid $65 for the fillet and it was like a flank steak, yet thinner. The other members of the party had same experience. We didn't finish one plate and that never raised a question from the staff. It was supposed to be a special night. read more

It just wasn't a good steak, especially considering the $55 per head set menu. I'd asked for it medium rare, and everywhere else that would get you a nice thick slice, expertly cooked so it's perfect inside. Instead it was a thin, mean little piece of meat, not even pink. To be honest I've made better myself at home. The green pepper sauce wan't even particularly good either, pretty bland. Don't bother, better value elsewhere! read more

Rare is a good steakhouse, but not a great steakhouse. I ordered a house special Old Fashion as my starter drink and it wasn't all that great, especially for be on their signature cocktails menu. Maybe I'm too particular, or maybe I've been fortunate in life to experience great Old Fashions, but I expect a great steakhouse to do Old Fashions and Manhattans to high level. I had the porterhouse bone-in special and it was cooked to a perfect medium rare. The meat was a bit tougher than I would have expected from a 45 day dry aged porterhouse, but not overly so. The mushroom sauce was really good and I ended up using it mostly to dip my chips in! The service was prompt, polite and not overbearing, which is always nice. I was seated in their bar area as I had no reservation and it was 7pm in a Saturday. It's actually a nice bar area and I found it to be perfect for dining solo. Overall a decent place and I'd recommend it if you're in the area. read more

Luckily I hadn't read the reviews here before I booked! Whilst the steaks are not cheap my ribeye on the bone and my colleagues's scotch fillet were great! Our waitress was very friendly and efficient and the wine list had a good variety of wines and prices. It's probably somewhere I'd go for a business meal or with mates rather than a romantic night with my wife - but that's fine! read more