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Bites and Snacks
Forbidden Rice Sourdough, Palm Sugar, Smoked Cultured Butter
8
Oyster, Calamansi, Shallot, Thai Basil
8
Smoked Scallops, Turmeric Mayo, Tamarind Jam, Baguette
17
Duck Sausage Sanga, Leatherwood Honey, Onion, Peanut Hoisin
19
Wagyu Tongue, Marrow, Vietnamese Sate, Pepperberry, Betel Leaf
25
Small Plates
Cured Swordfish, Pickled Kohlrabi, Green Peppercorn, Mizuna
31
Mushrooms, Tofu Curd, Finger Lime, Chinese Fried Doughnut
25
Raw Beef, Smoked Oyster, Salted Chilli, Macadamia, Sourdough
31
Pate En Croute, Flavours Of Banh Mi
34
Kingfish Collar, Dry Native Curry, Orange Kosho, Lime
24/48
Large Plates
Cauliflower, Green Lentils, Spiced Coconut, Warrigal Greens
38
Barramundi, Buttermilk Dashi, Yuzu Kosho, Leek, Blood Lime
54
Roasted Chicken, Ginger, Sourdough Bread Miso, Confit Garlic
48
14-Day Dry Aged Duck, Rhubarb, Black Cabbage, Bamboo
72
Vegetables and Sides
Green Papaya, Jalapeno Nahm Jim, Desert Lime, Blistered Tomatoes
18
Asparagus, Green Goddess, Sunrise Lime, Fried Anchovy
28
Savoy Cabbage, Enoki Mushroom, Umami Butter, Pepperberry
24
Rice and Noodles
King Green Prawn Rice Noodles, Pork Crackling, Coconut, Garlic Chives
34
Clay Pot Broken Rice, Char Siu Pork Belly, Sweet Soy, Egg Yolk
38
Moreton Bay Bug Fried Rice, Fresh Peas, Spiced Crayfish, Bottarga
45
Desserts
Kaya Jam, Davidsons Plum, Salted Koji Waffle
24
Spiced Pumpkin Cake, Black Sesame, Long Pepper, Blood Orange
24
Scorched Pavlova, Strawberry Gum, Kiwi, Blackcurrant
24
Sourdough ‘Lamington’, Chocolate, Raspberry, Viet Coffee
24
Select from our a la carte menu, or settle in for our Sunday set lunch, for tables of two or more.
$96 PP
Smoked Oyster Cream, Macadamia Nut, Pickled Celery, Sourdough Crisp
Raw Scallops, Grilled Leek, Fermented Chilli, Black Pepper
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Forbidden Rice Sourdough, Palm Sugar, Smoked Cultured Butter
Hiramasa Kingfish Collar, Pumpkin Miso, Orange Kosho, Lime
Mooloolaba King Prawns, Native Spiced Curry, Blistered Tomatoes, Coriander
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Grilled Pork Belly, Native Australian Sambals, Lettuces, Herbs, Vermicelli noodles
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Choice of Dessert to Share
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Our Sunday Set Lunch is available via pre-bookings only. Please note that a 10% Sunday surcharge will be applied to the bill.
Festive add-ons to New Year's Eve Lunch or Dinner (Add on when booking)
Caviar Service
served with
Fried Dutch Cream Potato Cakes, Nori
Whipped Creme Fraiche, Chicken Fat
Chopped Chives, Chopped Eggs
30g / 50g / 125g
$180 / $320 / $600
WAGYU
Mayura Station 9 Score Wagyu Ribeye, Bordelaise Sauce, Shiitake Mushroom
$265
SOUTHERN ROCK LOBSTER
Half Lobster
$190
Full Lobster
$275
served with Blood Lime, XO Noodles

Our wines have been carefully selected with our food in mind, an eye on diversity, and a dynamic approach to wine culture in Melbourne that continues to inspire us. We respect the Old World and the New, and are eager to celebrate the stories and work of visionaries who have striven at their craft.

 

This list reflects both those close to us and across the world, who respect their land, practice thoughtfully, and possess passion to create wines that sing with integrity.

 

It is accompanied by an inimitable cocktail menu.

 

Bottoms up and cheers!

Wine Program

OUR CHRISTMAS CHARITY

This Christmas, we have partnered with the Missed Foundation which raises awareness for missing individuals and provides support for their loved ones left behind.

 

We have taken the liberty of adding a $2 donation to your bill throughout the month of December when you dine with us. If you would like this removed, please speak to our waitstaff.

 

Thank you for your support of this cause.

The Missed Foundation

HAPPENINGS

Aru Stay Over

Book lunch or dinner at Aru and add on a stay at The Windsor at an exclusive, diners-only price.

 

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Inclusions

 

Overnight accommodation in a Superior Room [+$195] OR Deluxe Room [+$220] – room only

 

Self-parking for one car till 12pm the next day

 

Monday to Thursday nights till 31 October 2024. To book, select the Aru Stay Over option when making your reservation.

 

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T&Cs

 

1/ The Stay Over package is valid for bookings and stays up to 31 October 2024.

 

2/ It is subject to availability at time of booking and may include black out dates.

 

3/ Both offers are for room and parking only and do not include dining at Aru.

 

4/ Accommodation must be booked for the same night as your Aru reservation.

 

5/ As this offer is subject to availability, it is only available via pre-reservations online, and is not offered as a walk-in booking at the hotel.

Private Dining

Furnished in rich spotted gum, our private dining room, Banda closes off to the rest of the restaurant, and seats 12 for celebrations and business lunches.

 

The private dining room opens up onto The Terrace with a wall dedicated to wines, concealed behind a mesh curtain that separates it from the dining room. Seating 30, this area can be booked in addition to our private dining room.

Dining Enquiries

Private Dining Packages
Private Dining Enquiries

About

Named after the group of islands which ancient seafarers frequented as part of the Sino-Indonesian-Australian route, Aru touches on early techniques – fermentation, smoking, curing, preserving and fire-licked meat, vegetables and fish.

 

This is a menu for getting together, for sharing, a coming together of cultures and cuisines centred round a wood-fired hearth.

 

Open for lunch and dinner, six days a week, and on Sunday for Sunday lunch.

 

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The Age Good Food Guide 2023 – Restaurant of the Year [Victoria]
The Age Good Food Guide 2024 – One Hat

Gift Cards

Gift a dining experience at Aru with our digital gift cards, sent immediately to you or a recipient of your choice.

 

Gift cards are valid for 3 years from the date of purchase.

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