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The Acorn Bar & Restaurant, The Basin, AU-VIC

The Acorn Bar & Restaurant

4.2 (238)
$40 and under
Modern Australian
375 Forest Road, The Basin, AU-VIC 3154

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for live music
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
We welcome you to join us in our beautifully renovated restaurant and bar for a great meal, a catch up with friends and family or even just a drink after work or on a beautiful and sunny afternoon on a Sunday.

We are open for Dinner Wednesday to Sunday from 5.30pm and open for lunch on Sunday from 12pm to 2pm (bookings for dinner or lunch are essential)

Large booking or special occasion?? Contact Anne-Marie on 9762 8668 or functions@theacorn.com.au for more information

If you are unable to book online, please call us on 03 9762 8668 as we may have had a cancelation or can put you on a wait list.

There is no need to make a booking for Drinks and welcome you to come in.

**Please note a 15% surcharge will apply on all public holidays - we thank you for your understanding**

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Australian, Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    .
  • Catering
    Catering is unavailable
  • Private party facilities
    We can cater for many private functions from an intimate dinner for two to a wedding, engagement party or birthday celebration. We can tailor our food and drink options to assist in creating the perfect venue for whatever you are celebrating. For functions enquires, please call fill in a function enquiry form on our website or call us 039762 8668
  • Neighborhood
    The Basin
  • Cross street
    Forest Road The Basin
  • Parking details
    Limited parking is available on the street or alternatively please use the public carpark at The Basin Triangle just across the road from us next to the CFA
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop within 100 metres of venue.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 238 people are saying

The Acorn Bar & Restaurant 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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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238 Reviews
  1. Susan

    Victoria2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My cousin and I were having a catch up. The venue, the service and the meal were great BUT I hadn’t researched the likelihood of it being live music night. The band was loud. It just didn’t fit our purpose on that occasion.

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  2. Marisa

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always good here, and it's a great little pub to dance the night away to live music, too!

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  3. Kayne

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time visiting the venue, great location and set up. Staff were super friendly and attentive, food is mainly bistro style and came out quick, beers on tap and the Acorn draught was delicious. Menu was not overwhelming, ok variety. The food needs a bit more flair and menu upgrade, I am vegetarian and never complain about the veggie options, but dish was lacking a little. Definitely visit again to try out some other dishes. 👍

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  4. Adam

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great Food - Good Service with a comfortable setting.

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  5. Rachael

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great night with friends. Great meals great service

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the Acorn , whenever I enter it's like a big hug , the food, service , staff and familiar patrons are all so homey, friendly and a safe place.. Awesome bands too. Maybe one negative, keep the coffee machine on a bit longer many times unable to get a coffee and still early.

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  7. Janelle

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Went to an Oaks Day function. Live music was great.

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  8. Julie

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to Oaks Day event and it was fantastic. Food was delicious and was an outstanding experience. Staff friendly and was a wonderful day.

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  9. Shane

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable evening, great friendly staff and great value for money. 👍

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  10. Abbey

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for steak night and it was absolutely beautiful no complaints

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FAQs

The Acorn Bar & Restaurant is rated 4.2 stars by 238 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Melbourne
  4. Eastern Suburbs
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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for The Acorn Bar & Restaurant

375 Forest Road, The Basin, AU-VIC 3154

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Forest Road The Basin
  • Neighborhood
    The Basin
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Australian, Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Limited parking is available on the street or alternatively please use the public carpark at The Basin Triangle just across the road from us next to the CFA
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop within 100 metres of venue.
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    .
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Catering is unavailable
  • Private party facilities
    We can cater for many private functions from an intimate dinner for two to a wedding, engagement party or birthday celebration. We can tailor our food and drink options to assist in creating the perfect venue for whatever you are celebrating. For functions enquires, please call fill in a function enquiry form on our website or call us 039762 8668
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