Modern Australian - Melbourne

It’s been a while since we dined at the Kingston and it was always enjoyable. The “new” Kingston after extensive renovation delivers three excellent spaces with great attention to quality fit out that provides a relaxed character and atmosphere to each space. We had lunch in Marble Pearl, a refined dining room with a focus on Australian beef and local seafood, all cooked on a parilla charcoal grill. Even though it was the official opening day and finishing touches were still being applied, the service from the staff was attentive and friendly, and we were well looked after by Renata. The miso glazed marrow bone was excellent, as was the panko-crumbed John Dory. The retro prawn cocktail was nice but would have benefited from more prawn meat. The 300g O’Connor’s hanger steak from the parilla had a great depth of flavour and was served with house-made green and a red chimichurri on the side The wine list is well curated to match the food on offer and caters to a range of budgets. Will be back.

I'm really excited that our neighborhood bar is back in business and has a very luxurious feel. I love the new decor and menu. Enjoying cocktails by the fireplace is definitely something I'll be doing over and over again. Great job!

We were a large group of 18 and the service was great super friendly and attentive. We enjoyed a set menu which catered to all tastes and showcased the pub's broader menu. The wine and drinks list offered a great range and also delivered real value. Thanks for a great night It's wonderful to see a local suburban pub retain it's charm am sure we'll all be back!

My partner and I visited this restaurant during its soft opening. The service was excellent, with friendly and professional staff. My partner ordered the Surf and Turf, which came with a large lobster tail that she greatly enjoyed. I ordered the eye fillet, and from the first bite, I was blown away by the amazing cut of meat. We were very impressed with the food and service and will definitely be returning soon!

We dined at the new Kingston Hotel last night our local. Chris the manager is very friendly and chatted with us which was lovely. ...Love the new fit out and ambience. We sat next to the gas log fire...Perfect on a cold winters evening. We ordered the Fish pie and spaghetti beef ragu were both delicious. Looking forward to another lovely relaxed evening at the newly renovated Kingston Hotel...