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Situated in the heart of Toorak Village, Quaff prides itself on its cutting edge wine list showcasing wines from all over the world and their modern Australian, European-inspired cuisine. A favourite with the locals who sit street-side taking in the village ambience, opt to sit indoors in the elegantly renovated dining room with dark wood panelling, illuminated wine wall, grand chandelier and bare wooden tables set with crisp white linens. Upstairs is the Crystal Room function area, so named for its three stunning crystal chandeliers, well worthy of a sneak peek if a function isn’t being held.
Classically trained head chef John Psanis has created a menu that is a blend of European and modern Australian cuisine and is known for utilising fresh produce of the highest quality. Breakfast is served daily from 8am but for the late- risers save yourself for the lunchtime gravalax salmon Panini with rocket, sour cream, capers and Spanish onion. At dinnertime, start with a main of crispy skin chermoule quail with a salad of blood plum, wild roquette and blue cheese. Follow with the chargrilled eye fillet on creamy mash with baby beetroot, watercress and mustard remoulade. Finish with the baklava style ice-cream drizzled with honey and walnut syrup.
Veda Wickens, April 07
CHEF
John Psanis is the creative talent behind some of Melbourne’s finest restaurants including The Botanical, Paysan, Browns and One Fitzroy Street and now Quaff. He maintains a high profile in the dining scene and this is evident in his magnificent dishes which blend European and modern Australian flavours with supreme skill.
FUNCTIONS
Quaff’s stylish Crystal room is an ideal venue for an array of events from corporate dinners through to elegant wedding receptions. A tasteful courtyard and bar area provides the perfect setting for cocktails and canapes while the quality cuisine and warm professional service will ensure a delectable sit-down event. The staff are dedicated in creating a package that suits any requirements. The Crystal room can host 60 guests for dinner and 150 for a cocktail function.
