Asado
An Argentinian-style grill on the Southbank riverside, rated 4.5 across more than 3,600 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Asado sits on Riverside Quay in Southbank, right by the Yarra River in Melbourne's riverside dining precinct. An Argentinian-inspired grill restaurant, it's built a strong following for its South American-style cooking — built around the asado tradition of grilled and barbecued meats — paired with a lively atmosphere and a lovely riverside setting.
The appeal is that combination of generous, flame-grilled South American fare, a great drinks offering and a prime Southbank location with river and city views, ideal for a group dinner, a celebration or a relaxed meal by the water. The festive, share-friendly style makes it a great fit for a sociable night out.
With a 4.5 rating from more than 3,600 reviews, it's clearly keeping its many diners happy. Menus, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and a popular riverside restaurant fills up over weekends and event nights, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you go — particularly if you're after a table with the best of the river views, dining with a group, or visiting at a busy time.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- WednesdayToday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 12:00 – 22:30
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 22:30
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 22:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 80
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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