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Elm Dining, Bright, AU-VIC

Elm Dining

4.8 (340)
$101 and over
Australian
98 Gavan Street, Bright, AU-VIC 3741

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2 people
10:30 PM

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Welcome to Elm, home to a truly special dining experience in Bright, Victoria. 

At Elm, you are made welcome and treated like one of the family.  

Channeling the inspiration of Head Monica Melendez, the Elm kitchen offers a “made with love” seasonal menu where the best produce of the region is the local hero. To add to that, our front-of-house team deliver a simple, stylish experience with warmth.  

To round out the evening, Sommelier, Cassandra Schnurr recommend perfectly matched wines from our extensive cellar from both local and international wineries.

Please note a 15% surcharge applies on Public Holidays.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $101 and over
  • Cuisines
    Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Monica Melendez
  • Catering
    Welcome to Elm, home to a truly special dining experience in Bright, Victoria. <br /><br />Channeling the inspiration of Head Chef Monica Melendez, the Elm kitchen offers a “made with love” seasonal menu where the best produce of the region is the local hero. To add to that, our front-of-house team deliver a simple, stylish experience with warmth.  
  • Neighborhood
    Bright
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Local Taxi
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine

What 340 people are saying

Elm Dining reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Victoria

    Best Service

  • Victoria

    Best Ambiance

  • Victoria

    Romantic

  • Victoria

    Good for special occasions

  • Victoria

    Australian

  • Hume

    Best Overall

  • Hume

    Best Food

  • Hume

    Best Service

  • Hume

    Best Ambiance

  • Hume

    Best Value

  • Hume

    Great for fine wines

  • Hume

    Romantic

  • Hume

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Elm Dining offers an exquisite dining experience with "amazing food and exceptional service." Guests appreciate the "beautifully cooked and presented meals," complemented by a "knowledgeable and attentive staff." The "ambience is perfect," making it an ideal venue for special occasions and celebrations. Elm Dining consistently delivers a "superb overall experience."

340 Reviews
  1. Jacinta

    Victoria3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had dined at Elm before for a large group birthday occasion where we enjoyed the experience. However this experience was on another level as it was more intimate being only four of us dining. Maddi was our incredible host who educated us on the perfect wine and drinks to have with each one of our meals. Her knowledge and expertise was nothing short of perfection! Personable plus had a laugh with us however at the same time, allowed space for us yo enjoy the experience! We ordering three times the amount of food we would normally order (Maddi thought we were joking!) because it was incredible. The pork was an outstanding main dish and experience will never forget.
    Elm DiningResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Jacinta. Thank you so much for your incredible review! We're thrilled to hear your intimate dining experience was so memorable and that Maddie’s service made such a lasting impression. We’ll be sure to pass your lovely feedback on to her and the chef team—they’ll be delighted to hear your praise! It’s an honour to serve guests who are so passionate about food, and we’re truly grateful you chose to celebrate with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable experience next summer! The Elm Dining Team.

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  2. Felicity

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience, food service and ambience was lovely!
    Elm DiningResponded on April 27, 2025
    Hi Felicity. Thank you so much for your review. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed all we have to offer - good food, friendly, attentive service, and a welcoming ambiance. It’s always our goal to provide a great dining experience, and we’re so happy we met your expectations. We hope to host you again in the future. The Elm Dining team.

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  3. sue

    Adelaide3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best restaurant we’ve visited in many years! They ticked every box. A wonderful experience. 🤩

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  4. Phu

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent, food was delicious and we really enjoyed our honeymoon celebration there :)

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  5. Sue

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience dinning here. We would definitely recommend Elm to our family and friends. We look forward to returning soon

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  6. Harry VIP

    Victoria4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the greeting when we arrived we were pampered without any over the top "shmultz" , just plain good manners, smiles and an obvious knowledge about the cuisine and wine. We will be back without a doubt and bring friends so they can share in the joy..Harry and Donna
    Elm DiningResponded on March 31, 2025
    Hi Harry and Donna. Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We love to hear that our diners enjoyed their whole dining experience with us. It’s fantastic to know that you felt pampered in just the right way, and we really appreciate your kind comments about our team, which we'll be sure to share with them. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends back for another memorable meal. The Elm Dining Team.

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  7. Anne Marie

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the experience of the dining in the beautiful restaurant with a beautiful view Food was delicious and very well presented Waiter was fantastic and very knowledgeable with menu and wine Loved loved loved the night we will be back
    Elm DiningResponded on March 31, 2025
    Hi Anne Marie. Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience with us. We're so glad you enjoyed everything we have to offer – our team will be delighted to hear your kind words. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic evening soon. The Elm Dining Team.

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  8. Heather

    Victoria3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Extremely helpful in identifying coeliac issues and assisting me
    Elm DiningResponded on March 31, 2025
    Hi Heather. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're so glad we could assist you with your dietary requirements and ensure you had a safe and enjoyable experience. We take great care in accommodating all our guests' needs, and it's wonderful to hear that you felt well taken care of. We hope to welcome you back soon! The Elm Dining Team.

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  9. Caz

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, some of the best steak I have ever had. Delicious mocktails. 2 x children were catered for by sister restaurant's kids menu. Lovely and accommodating service. Great atmosphere. Couldn't be happier. Thanks for the special experience and for helping make wonderful memories for our mum's birthday!
    Elm DiningResponded on March 31, 2025
    Hi Caz. Thank you so much for your review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, mocktails, and the overall experience. It's wonderful to know that we could help make your mum’s birthday special. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon. Thanks again for choosing us! The Elm Dining Team.

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  10. David

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and outstanding service made our wedding anniversary memorable and special
    Elm DiningResponded on March 20, 2025
    Hi David. Thank you for choosing us to celebrate such a special occasion! We’re honoured to have been a part of your wedding anniversary and are thrilled to hear that both the food and service made the day memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more celebrations in the future! The Elm Dining Team.

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FAQs

Elm Dining is rated 4.8 stars by 340 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. Australia
  3. Victoria
  4. Hume
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Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Google Map for Elm Dining

98 Gavan Street, Bright, AU-VIC 3741

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bright
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $101 and over
  • Cuisines
    Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Local Taxi
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Monica Melendez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Welcome to Elm, home to a truly special dining experience in Bright, Victoria. <br /><br />Channeling the inspiration of Head Chef Monica Melendez, the Elm kitchen offers a “made with love” seasonal menu where the best produce of the region is the local hero. To add to that, our front-of-house team deliver a simple, stylish experience with warmth.  
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