REVIEW
Surprises are not on the menu at Bistro Guillaume. The unexpected is anathema to its raison d’être, which is to deliver straight-up French classics in smart surroundings that make the Yarra stand in situ for the Seine. In the wrong hands, it could be a disaster, but Guillaume Brahimi, who regularly visits his southern outpost, keeps the Gallic flag flying proudly thanks to countless barely perceptible touches: the muslin-wrapped half lemon for the pristine oysters with red wine vinaigrette; the lattice crisps with a steak tartare that adeptly balances the flavour-whack of capers, spring onions and boldly seasoned beef; the charry, butter-drenched toast fingers for scooping up gratinated escargot from their parsley-dominated sauce. It’s certainly one of the city’s go-to spots for pitch-perfect steak frites. And there’s polish in the profiteroles: a jug of molten chocolate to pour over textbook choux, and vanilla bean ice-cream putting the ooh into the la la.
Phone:
(03) 9292 5777
Website:
https://www.crownmelbourne.com.au/restaurants/premium/bistro-guillaume/info-booking
Bookings:
Bookings recommended
Features:
Licensed
Bar
Outdoor dining
Private room
Accepted card types:
American Express
Diners Club
Eftpos
MasterCard
Visa
Chef(s):
Guillaume Brahimi & Antoine Corre
This review was made independently for the Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide. The guide’s reviewers visit unannounced and pay their way.
Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide
Wine: ★ ★
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