Caught up with a couple of old friends here. And that's what Harriot felt like: an old friend. There wasn't anything innovative nor particularly amazing here, and all the food felt familar, like a French-Aussie home, all executed in harmony. We had a hedonistic night of wine and cocktails and Harriot was professional enough to accommodate with seamless, unobtrusive service. From starters to dessert, we were able to choose matching fun glasses of wines or cocktails. A great night of conversations matched with gastronomy and libation became a memorable one, thank you.

ORDERED: 🥧 Bluefin tuna, fermented porcini, rye ($14.00 each) 🧈 Roast scallop, white truffle ($22.00 each) 🐄 Beef tartare, buttermilk, mizuna ($28.00) 🐑 Lamb sweetbreads, sage, preserved lemon ($32.00) 🥔 Potato galette, onion ($16.00) 🍝 Southern rock lobster tortelli ($79.00) It was $116.90 for my portion! REVIEW: French food is hard for me to love. However, it's harder to love when some dishes were salty. Salt must be a bit cheap these days? 😝 1) salty butter in the roast scallop dish 2) salty preserved lemon sauce 3) salty sauce in the southern rock lobster dish 4) salty onion sauce in the potato galette That's a 67% hit rate. My friend was guzzling water after every mouthful as though her mouth was a desert. So the food wasn't the strong point at Harriot for me. Bluefin tuna tart was a dish I did enjoy though!! 🕯️ I really appreciated the interior. The use of real candles added to the atmosphere, the interior all warm toned with very clean lines in the furniture. Wood panelling in the roof also made it feel approachable, in a smart-casual kind of way. Great choice when it's situated on the very corporate Collins Street. 🪑 Service was great too! They welcomed you when you come in, introduced the menu and introduced every dish as it came out. 🙅‍♀️ Except, I don't like the enforced $2 DineSmart on the bill. Instead of being an 'opt=out' situation, it would feel way more comfortable if it's something I opted in to do.

Celebrated my birthday at Harriot and really enjoyed the elegant atmosphere and thoughtful service. We had the spring set menu. The dishes were beautifully presented — from the asparagus to the grilled prawns, every course was well-balanced and flavourful. It’s a lovely spot for a special occasion. However, it’s worth noting that they couldn’t fully accommodate a dairy-free option, which was a bit disappointing for a restaurant at this level. Still, the overall experience was refined and memorable, and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a fine dining experience in Melbourne with a modern, intimate touch.

Had an incredible experience at Harriot. The food was amazing; packed with flavour and beautifully presented. As someone who is coeliac and also dairy-free, I was really impressed by how well they catered to my dietary needs — no fuss, no confusion. For those wondering, they treat all gluten-free meals as coeliac-safe, which is a rare and very appreciated touch. The atmosphere struck the perfect balance: unpretentious and inviting, yet refined and comfortable. The service really added to the evening. Our waiter, Harry, was warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming. He made us feel completely looked after without ever being overbearing. Couldn’t recommend Harriot more — can’t wait to return.

We had a spectacular dinner at Harriot Restaurant in Melbourne. Let’s start with the amazing atmosphere — the lighting was just right and perfectly complemented by relaxing music that calms both body and mind. The wine list was impressive, and the staff were knowledgeable and genuinely helpful throughout the night. The food? Phenomenal. Every bite was a delightful surprise. Let yourself join this adventure,you won’t regret it. Definitely coming back