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Lunch in Albert Park
Lunch at Monti Food and Wine
Monti Food and Wine serves lunch seven days a week at 315 Montague St, Albert Park. Our Mediterranean-inspired lunch menu runs from midday until 3pm — think steak sandwiches, fresh prawn baguettes, smash burgers, and on weekends, slow-braised beef ragu and spanner crab spaghettini.
We’re open Monday to Friday from 7am and weekends from 8am. Walk-ins welcome, or book a table for groups of five or more.
What’s on the Lunch Menu
- Steak Sandwich — grilled sirloin, caramelised onion, rocket, Swiss cheese and horseradish aioli on toasted ciabatta. Served with fries. $27
- Prawn Baguette — garlic butter prawns, cos lettuce, tomato and dill aioli in a toasted baguette. Served with fries. $27
- Grilled Chicken Baguette — herb-marinated chicken, roasted capsicum, spinach, pesto and aioli. Served with fries. $25
- Angus Beef Burger — smash patty, American cheese, pickles, shredded lettuce and burger sauce on brioche. Served with fries. $25
- Chicken Pesto Toastie — roasted chicken, sun-dried tomato pesto, mozzarella and baby spinach, pressed golden. $19
- Ham and Cheese Toastie — shaved leg ham, Gruyère, Dijon mustard on sourdough. A Monti classic. $17
Weekend Lunch Mains
Available Saturday and Sunday from 11:30am:
- Monti Signature Beef Ragu — 12-hour slow-braised beef ragu with pappardelle pasta, parmesan and fresh herbs. $32
- Crab Spaghettini — spanner crab, chilli, garlic, white wine and extra virgin olive oil on spaghettini. $36
View the full menu including breakfast dishes available all day.
Fully Licensed — Wine and Cocktails with Lunch
Monti is the Albert Park café that takes its wine as seriously as its brunch. Order a glass of Yarra Valley pinot with your steak sandwich, an Aperol Spritz with your prawn baguette, or an Espresso Martini to finish — all available from open.
- Australian and international wines by the glass
- Cocktails — Espresso Martini, Aperol Spritz, Bloody Monti
- Specialty coffee and cold brew
Our Space
Inside Monti is warm and relaxed — natural light, timber, and good music. Outside, our leafy courtyard is one of Albert Park’s best lunch spots: sheltered, dog-friendly, and perfect for a long afternoon. Family-friendly with high chairs and fully wheelchair accessible.
How to Get Here
Monti Food and Wine
315 Montague St, Albert Park VIC 3206
Phone: (03) 9681 4112
Hours: Mon–Fri 7am–3pm | Sat–Sun 8am–3pm
Parking: Free street parking on Montague St. Albert Park car park is a two-minute walk.
Public transport: Tram route 1 or 58 to the Albert Park stop, then a short walk along Montague St.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does lunch start at Monti?
Lunch mains are available from midday. Our full menu including breakfast dishes runs all day until 3pm.
Do you serve lunch on weekends?
Yes — including weekend-only mains like beef ragu pappardelle and crab spaghettini, available from 11:30am Saturday and Sunday.
Can I get wine with lunch?
Yes. Monti holds a full liquor licence — wine, cocktails and beer are available from open.
Is Monti dog friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome in our courtyard.
Do I need to book for lunch?
Walk-ins are always welcome. For groups of five or more we recommend booking ahead.
Is there parking near Monti?
Free street parking on Montague St. The Albert Park car park is a two-minute walk.