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Daphne

4.6 (130)
$40 and under
European
52-54 Lygon St, Brunswick East, AU-VIC 3057

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Daphne

4.6
$40 and under
European
Brunswick

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Daphne is a public house in Brunswick East, bringing together good food, booze and neighbours.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Daphne offers an inviting and stylish setting for private events in the heart of Brunswick East.
  • Private party contact
    the Daphne team: (03) 9191 9410 ext. 61
  • Neighborhood
    Brunswick
  • Cross street
    Barkly Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Trams 1 & 6, Stop 120, Brunswick Road and Lygon Street
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • Slow Cooked Sundays

    A$38.00 per person

    1 - 7 people

    Multiple dates available
    Every Sunday, Daphne slows things down. A different roast each month, cooked low and slow at the door of the wood oven. This October: Loddon Estate lamb, spring greens, confit potatoes. And don't miss Guinness Hour, 12pm–3pm — $12 pints while the tap's flowing.
    Slow Cooked Sundays Photo
  • Drinks and Snacks

    1 - 7 people

    Multiple dates available
    Just here for a drink? Perfect. Join us for a cocktail, a glass of something lovely and a few snacks to share. No need to commit to a full dinner — just good drinks, good company and something tasty on the side.
    Drinks and Snacks Photo
  • Steak Night

    A$30.00 per person

    1 - 7 people

    Multiple dates available
    Join us every Tuesday for Steak Night! This October: Porterhouse with broccolini & green beans, crispy potatoes and peppercorn or bearnaise sauce
    Steak Night Photo

Private dining

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Daphne.

4.6

4.6
(130)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Daphne delights with "great martini and wine list" and "amazing food at a reasonable price." The atmosphere is charming, and the service is "always friendly and professional." Highlights include a "great value Tuesday steak night" and "delicious Sunday chicken roast." A favorite for birthdays and relaxed evenings with friends.
130 Reviews
  1. Lizzi Gold

    Austin7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best!! Stunning decor, delicious food, helpful and knowledgeable staff - 10/10!!

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  2. Lauren

    Melbourne9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent and accommodating staff, food is delicious and it has a cool, cosy ambient vibe. Loved it and will be back.

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  3. Jessica

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant experience! Friendly staff, yummy food, central location, happy family by the end of our time at Daphne.

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  4. Max

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal service and atmosphere at an affordable price

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  5. Briony

    Tokyo9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Tuesday steak night is great value. The staff are so lovely and the martinis are the best !!!

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  6. David

    Victoria3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great martini and wine list. Outstanding veg dishes, Service is always friendly and professional.

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  7. vince Gold

    Atlanta17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 15, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very much enjoyed the experience at Daphne. Food was excellent and tge service was even better.

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  8. huong

    Melbourne3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 4, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was delicious. The reason we came to try out Daphne was because of our positive experience at Etta, it's sister restaurant. However, 3 our of six dishes on the main menu were not available. We considered this very poor. The service was unfriendly and absolutely not helpful. While we loved the food but we will not go back. Huong and family.
    DaphneResponded on October 6, 2026
    Hi Huong, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. While we’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the food, we’re very sorry that the rest of your experience at Daphne fell short, particularly after such a positive experience with us at Etta. Having a number of dishes unavailable, coupled with service that left you feeling unsupported, is certainly not the experience we aim to provide our guests. We’ve shared your comments with our management team to review and discuss internally. We’d really appreciate the opportunity to welcome you and your family back for the experience we know we can provide. If you do decide to visit us again, please reach out to us directly to make your booking so we can personally ensure you’re well looked after. Warm regards, The Daphne Team

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  9. Jack

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible meats and wine- thank you! yummmmmmmmmm

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  10. Mark

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sunday lunch. Delicious food, super nice staff and excellent cocktails!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Daphne offers an inviting and stylish setting for private events in the heart of Brunswick East.
  • Private party contact
    the Daphne team: (03) 9191 9410 ext. 61
  • Neighborhood
    Brunswick
  • Cross street
    Barkly Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Trams 1 & 6, Stop 120, Brunswick Road and Lygon Street
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Daphne feels like a stylish, buzzing neighbourhood public house, the open kitchen and bar seating make the room feel lively and convivial, perfect for watching the chefs and enjoying drinks with friends.

Daphne tends to be at its busiest on Monday nights, guests report the place “absolutely humming”, while Saturday lunches can be much quieter, with visitors noting a relaxed, nearly-empty dining room.

Yes, Daphne offers outdoor seating; guests report sitting outside at Saturday lunch (one party even dined there with their dog).

Yes, Daphne is family-friendly: reviewers mention a dedicated kids/kiddie menu, crayons and staff who were great with a toddler, making it an easy choice for families.

For a lively night, try Monday evenings when Daphne is buzzing; if you want the steak experience, visit on steak-night evenings (noted by guests); Friday lunchtime has also been described as a pleasantly quiet, relaxed time.

For steak lovers, Tuesday is a standout for the restaurant's steak night, and Wednesday is noted by reviewers as pasta night, both nights get specific praise.

Yes, Daphne is often recommended for special evenings, with reviewers mentioning anniversary dinners and calling it perfect for a date night.

Guests frequently report generous portions, reviewers praise "really good portion sizes", and dishes such as a listed 600g ribeye show the heartier servings available.

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Daphne

4.6
$40 and under
European
Brunswick

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
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