The Essence

4,2 (234)

van $A41 tot $A100

Modern Australisch

Corner of Lonsdale & Exhibition Streets, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

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At Essence, it’s all about the freshest, local produce in our region, hand picked by our Head Chef and complemented by native herbs & spices.

It’s about that little touch of something different to the familiar that leaves you wondering and makes you want to taste more and more.

Step into Essence and sample the local hearty, warming flavours of our Chefs’ signature recipes.

Join us on the journey of re-discovering Essences of our local produce.

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Stijl
Een hapje eten
Prijs
van $A41 tot $A100
Keuken
Modern Australisch, Ontbijt, Afternoontea
Openingstijden
Ontbijt ma–vr 06:30 uur–10:30 uur za, zo 07:00 uur–11:00 uur Lunch Dagelijks 12:00 uur–15:00 uur Diner Dagelijks 16:30 uur–21:00 uur
Telefoonnummer
(03) 9660 1183
Website
https://www.essencerestaurant.com.au/
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Kledingvoorschrift
Smart casual
Chef-kok
Swami
Catering
Dine on contemporary cuisine from across Australia, made with locally sourced produce at The Essence, our signature hotel restaurant in Melbourne. Begin your day with our hearty breakfast, and then join us for lunch, high tea, or a pre-theatre dinner.
Private party faciliteiten
The event spaces here at the Melbourne Marriott Hotel each boast their own individual character and design. From the elegant trimmings of the Yarra Suite to the sophisticated and intimate Moojerr boardroom, you’re sure to find a unique space for your meeting or event.

Locatie
Corner of Lonsdale & Exhibition Streets, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Wijk
Melbourne CBD
Kruispunt
Little Lonsdale Street
Parkeerinformatie
Valet
Openbaar vervoer
Parliament Station is the nearest train station located 300 meters from the hotel
Extra
Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bier, Café, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Glutenvrije opties, High Tea, Privékamers, Roken verboden, Rolstoeltoegang, Veganist, Weekendbrunch, Wijn, Zitplek aan de counter

Victorian Free-Range Pork, Hazelnut & Apricot Terrine Slice, Pickled Cabbage, Warm Brioche Bread
Tasmanian 24 hours Cold Smoked Salmon, Lemon & Dill Cream Cheese, on Rye Bread
Victorian Pear & Fig Relish, cucumber and Gippsland Brie Cheese Sandwich
Mornington Peninsula Butternut Squash and Basil Pie, Mustard Pickle (GF, VG)

The Classic

Fresh baked Buttermilk Scones with Strawberry Preserve and Yarra Valley Clotted Cream

Sweet Bites

Vanilla Dream Macaroons
Assorted Petit Eclairs
Meyer Lemon Curd Chocolate Tart, Chocolate Feather (GF)
Kensington Pride Mango Pannacotta, Unripe Mango & Black Pepper Chutney (GF)
Seasonal Raspberry Petit Cheesecake, Caramelized Feuilletine

The Signature Teas

Ceylon green tea with lychee & ginger
Rose with French vanilla
Italian almond Tea
Refreshing pure peppermint
Bright, brisk & brilliant Breakfast Tea
Pure chamomile flowers
Freshly Brewed Coffee

Reviews

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Reviews van mensen die bij The Essence hebben gegeten.

4.2

4,2

(234)

4,1Eten
4,3Bediening
4,0Sfeer
4,1Prijs-kwaliteitverhouding

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234 Reviews

P
Peter
Melbourne6 recensies
5,0
Gegeten op 6 juni 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Really lovely staff and great service Food was excellent- beautifully presented and very generous servings We were pre theatre so everything was well timed without being rushed Great table on the window right on the corner of Exhibition and Lonsdale Streets Lovely atmosphere- quiet, modern with a nod to the heritage of Melbourne One of our favourite restaurants in the theatre district
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T
Tim
Londen11 recensies
4,0
Gegeten op 9 mei 2025
1. Algeheel 4
2. Eten 4
3. Bediening 3
4. Sfeer 4
Great place to go before a show at one of the Theatres in the precinct. Quieter than most other restaurants, and the food is relatively plain and simple for the 'older' people who don't like anything spicy (read: anything spicier than salt and pepper). Don't get me wrong the food is tasty, but there are a number of nice simple choices.
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E
Emma
Melbourne2 recensies
5,0
Gegeten op 12 april 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 4
My second high tea experience at the Marriott, and overall a lovely experience. The high itself is a well balanced selection of sweet and savoury treats. Everything was delicious with some particular highlights of edible chocolate oyster shells and yummy mini pies. Since my last visit they’d upgraded to very cute new tea pots which were an improved touch. The staff were lovely and extremely attentive. Our cups and glasses were continually refilled and they checked in on us regularly, without being too invasive. Compared to other high teas in Melbourne it felt a lot more relaxed and is reasonably priced. I’d recommend high tea at the Essence.
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D
Del
Melbourne1 recensie
4,0
Gegeten op 22 maart 2025
1. Algeheel 4
2. Eten 3
3. Bediening 4
4. Sfeer 3
We dined on Saturday evening. The food is not too fancy. Pretty straight forward. Good servings. The entrees were basic, fried cauliflower & calamari. The broccoli with the main (chicken) was not cooked, could cut it with a knife so had to leave it. The chicken was fine and tasty, my partner had the beef cheek, on mashed potatoe, he said it was good. The dessert was white chol. metifluer (can't pronounce it) too difficult to eat with a spoon, our hands were sore after trying to cut through the pastry, but it tasted nice. This is supposed to be 5 star hotel, I don't think it is. I would say it's 4 star. The server who took our order was really lovely and pleasant. The guy bringing the water around was friendly, but smelt of bad BO, and it wafted around as he was walking around, that can put you off your meal. We weren't let hungry which is a positive.
The EssenceGereageerd op 20 april 2025
Dear Del, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback, we are glad to hear you found the service friendly and appreciated the portion sizes and overall setting. However, we are genuinely sorry to learn that some elements of your meal and service did not meet your expectations. please know your comments regarding the food and staff presentation have been shared with the team for review and follow up. we appreciate your honesty and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an improved experience in the future . warm Regards, the Marriott Melbourne team
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D
Doris
Melbourne1 recensie
5,0
Gegeten op 28 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 4
We were celebrating an 18th birthday and the experience was wonderful. The food was so good ,the staff couldn't do enough for us..definitely will be back
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K
Kathryn
Melbourne4 recensies
5,0
Gegeten op 22 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
We were there for a pre Theatre lunch, staff were attentive and professional, food was delicious and the package was good value. We'll be back for sure.
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R
Ragaie
Melbourne4 recensies
5,0
Gegeten op 16 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Excellent venue and the lady waiter (from Nepal) was really sweet. She couldn’t do enough for us. The food was also first class and served right on time booked, thus ensuring we weren’t late to watch our show at the Comedy Theatre. Will definitely go there again.
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J
Jennifer
Melbourne1 recensie
1,0
Gegeten op 11 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 1
2. Eten 1
3. Bediening 1
4. Sfeer 1
We ended up eating somewhere else as after 3 phone calls and 3 times being told someone from the restaurant would contact me this didn’t happen.
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OT
OpenTable gast
Victoria4 recensies
2,0
Gegeten op 18 januari 2025
1. Algeheel 2
2. Eten 1
3. Bediening 2
4. Sfeer 4
I took my granddaughter for high tea before we went to the theatre. There was way too much sweet food , the few savoury options were cold, stale sandwiches & just not nice
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J
Julie
Melbourne2 recensies
5,0
Gegeten op 2 januari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Rose & Bloom High Tea was delightful. Great service from friendly staff and beautiful presentation. Food was amazing with a great variety. We’ll be back for a return visit!
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Aanvullende informatie

Stijl
Een hapje eten
Prijs
van $A41 tot $A100
Keuken
Modern Australisch, Ontbijt, Afternoontea
Openingstijden
Ontbijt ma–vr 06:30 uur–10:30 uur za, zo 07:00 uur–11:00 uur Lunch Dagelijks 12:00 uur–15:00 uur Diner Dagelijks 16:30 uur–21:00 uur
Telefoonnummer
(03) 9660 1183
Website
https://www.essencerestaurant.com.au/
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Kledingvoorschrift
Smart casual
Chef-kok
Swami
Catering
Dine on contemporary cuisine from across Australia, made with locally sourced produce at The Essence, our signature hotel restaurant in Melbourne. Begin your day with our hearty breakfast, and then join us for lunch, high tea, or a pre-theatre dinner.
Private party faciliteiten
The event spaces here at the Melbourne Marriott Hotel each boast their own individual character and design. From the elegant trimmings of the Yarra Suite to the sophisticated and intimate Moojerr boardroom, you’re sure to find a unique space for your meeting or event.

Locatie
Corner of Lonsdale & Exhibition Streets, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Wijk
Melbourne CBD
Kruispunt
Little Lonsdale Street
Parkeerinformatie
Valet
Openbaar vervoer
Parliament Station is the nearest train station located 300 meters from the hotel
Extra
Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bier, Café, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Glutenvrije opties, High Tea, Privékamers, Roken verboden, Rolstoeltoegang, Veganist, Weekendbrunch, Wijn, Zitplek aan de counter

Niet beschikbaar op OpenTable

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Menu

Savoury Bites

Victorian Free-Range Pork, Hazelnut & Apricot Terrine Slice, Pickled Cabbage, Warm Brioche Bread

Tasmanian 24 hours Cold Smoked Salmon, Lemon & Dill Cream Cheese, on Rye Bread

Victorian Pear & Fig Relish, cucumber and Gippsland Brie Cheese Sandwich

Mornington Peninsula Butternut Squash and Basil Pie, Mustard Pickle (GF, VG)

The Classic

Fresh baked Buttermilk Scones with Strawberry Preserve and Yarra Valley Clotted Cream

Sweet Bites

Vanilla Dream Macaroons

Assorted Petit Eclairs

Meyer Lemon Curd Chocolate Tart, Chocolate Feather (GF)

Kensington Pride Mango Pannacotta, Unripe Mango & Black Pepper Chutney (GF)

Seasonal Raspberry Petit Cheesecake, Caramelized Feuilletine

The Signature Teas

Ceylon green tea with lychee & ginger

Rose with French vanilla

Italian almond Tea

Refreshing pure peppermint

Bright, brisk & brilliant Breakfast Tea

Pure chamomile flowers

Freshly Brewed Coffee

Reviews

Aanvullende informatie

Niet beschikbaar op OpenTable