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View fullsize Slices of Basque cheesecake perfection – creamy, dreamy, and utterly addictive! One bite and you’re hooked! 🍰😍
View fullsize Cognoscenti will be open for dinner on Anzac Day, Thursday 25 April 2024. Join us for a meal from 5:30pm. Reserve your table today! 15% surcharge applies on Public Holiday
View fullsize This is exactly what this cold Melbourne weather is calling for… … Our famous twice baked goat’s cheese soufflé and a nice glass of wine by the fire 🔥
View fullsize Take a look at our Sunday roast special this week. Bbq pork rack, apple sauce, Yorkshire puddings & jus. Served with Charred cabbage, sesame cream, lemon gremolata & Honey mustard glazed potatoes. Add to your experience with one of our d
View fullsize New on our menu: Crispy skin Humpty Doo Barramundi, confit cherry tomato & zucchini, pickled clams, red curry sauce.
View fullsize Treat your beloved mothers to an unforgettable dining experience this Mother’s Day at Cognoscenti. Our special Mother’s Day menu features a delectable selection of dishes crafted to delight the senses. Join us for this memorable occasion.
View fullsize Come check out our dining room-it’s cosy and inviting. We are open Wednesday & Thursday from 5:30pm, Friday & Saturday from 5:00pm, Sunday from 11:30am. See you soon.
View fullsize Time to dig into flavour-packed goodness with our crispy fried eggplant, whipped tofu, hot & sour sauce, buckwheat and soft herb salad. Completely gluten free, vegetarian and vegan friendly! Enjoy every bite 🌱 😋
View fullsize The Kopa oven is the centrepiece of our kitchen. We love cooking over charcoal. From grilling to baking, it adds a delicious smoky twist to everything we create. Who else loves cooking with charcoal?
View fullsize Savouring the delicious combo of Blistered Shishito Peppers from Ramarro Farm, creamy fresh cheese, and a hint of smoked sea salt. 🌶️🧀🔥 Not tried shishito peppers before? They’re mild, Japanese peppers with a touch of sweetness and just a
View fullsize This week Sunday roast special : Roasted leg of lamb, Yorkshire pudding, Red Wine Jus Creamy polenta Charred beans, black olive salsa $35 (Vegetarian option available) Walk-ins welcome, bookings recommended!
View fullsize Our ever-evolving menu is meticulously curated to highlight the essence of each season. Come on in and see what’s new this autumn! 🍂 We are open Wednesday and Thursday from 5:30pm, Friday and Saturday from 5pm, and Sunday from 11:30am. Wal
View fullsize We’re excited to announce that we’ll be open throughout the entire Easter weekend! Join us for a special Easter Sunday lunch featuring a delectable menu curated especially for the occasion, priced at $70 per person. It’s the perfe
View fullsize Exciting news! Culatello is now on our menu. Culatello, is a premium Italian cured meat from the province of Parma, aged in a cellar for 36 months. It is often referred as the ‘King of salumi’. We serve it thinly shaved with some fresh N
View fullsize Golden hour at Cognoscenti! Every Friday & Saturday / 5pm-6pm ONLY 🦪 1/2 price oysters 🥂 $10 glass of Prosecco 🍺 $10 pint of Pilsner
View fullsize New on our menu! Freshly churned plum sorbet, toasted cinnamon meringue & almond dacquoise
View fullsize We love playing with flavours and textures! Next time you’re dining with us make sure to try our Char-grilled cauliflower side with vadouvan spices, almond tarator & fried shallots. You’re gonna love it! 🤤 📸 @lianahardy
View fullsize Happy Friday! We are business as usual tonight, open 5pm - late. However, we will be closed this Saturday and Sunday for a special wedding. Thank you for your understanding while we celebrate this important milestone. Back to normal next week, o
View fullsize Savor a taste of the South of France with our delightful Pissaladière tart! 🇫🇷✨ Sweet onion jam, black olives, & anchovies on caramelized puff pastry. Simple pleasures, extraordinary flavors!
View fullsize 🦆 Exciting addition to the menu: Corn-fed roast duck breast with honey glazed parsnips, charred greens & cherry sauce. Try our latest creation! 🍒

 

What people are saying about us?

  • "beautiful food & venue. Staff super friendly and courteous. 5 stars!"

    — Kristy

    5th May 2022

  • "Amazing food and service. What a gem in the hills! Thank you."

    — Andrew

    30th April 2022

  • "Amazing. A breath of fresh air in the hills. Vibrant atmosphere, exceptional service, superb quality food."

    — Liberace

    22nd April 2022

  • "What a beautiful surprise and experience. We both absolutely loved every dish. The wine list has a great selection, we loved our choice. The service was friendly and impeccable. We will certainly be back to try some of the other dishes!"

    — Gert

    24th April 2022

  • "Cognoscenti gets it right; the service is prompt and friendly , the food is excellent and the wine list is interesting."

    — Karen

    23rd April 2022

  • "My new favourite local restaurant. Superb food. Excellent drinks list. Charming service. Timeless ambiance. These people really know their stuff."

    — Anonymous

    6th April 2022

  • "The Sunday roast was excellent. Fresh, good quality ingredients put together in interesting ways. The variety of dishes presented were well matched. The wine suggested was spot on and the service attentive without being intrusive. I have no hesitiation in recommending this version of Cognoscenti."

    — John

    10th April 2022

  • "Lovely staff and lovely food! So kind with my requests for my partner’s birthday, it was very special. Highly recommend!"

    — Anonymous

    9th April 2022

  • "Adrien and his team have done a fantastic job creating a unique dining experience in Belgrave. The whole experience is reminiscent of great dining experiences in Europe."

    — Kieran

    6th March 2022

  • "The food is fantastic, the serving sizes are not too big, not too small, you can either go past an entrée nor past dessert, and make sure you leave enough room for the spectacular cheesecake! Don’t know which dish to praise the most. They’re all so good! The French champagne exceeds expectations. And the interior design makes you feel like you’re in Paris"

    Florence

    12th March 2022

  • "Warm welcoming atmosphere. The food was delicious and well presented. The staff here made us feel like part of the family! Excellent night."

    — Dee

    23rd February 2022

  • "We had a totally gorgeous set menu for valentines day of exquisitely thought out food which looked almost too good to eat. The service was amazing and we cant wait to come back again."

    — Kara

    14th February 2022

  • "Blessed to have this restaurant in the hills. Wonderful, exquisite cuisine. One very happy tummy. From Kevin's hot sauce, served in a bottle with a teat pipette to the handwritten Happy Birthday in chocolate on the plate, everything in this establishment is considered and beautifully presented."

    — Jude

    6th February 2022

  • "Fresh and sustainably sourced ingredients, and a menu that’s current, makes this place a winner for me."

    — Bood

    4th February 2022

  • "A real delight to have a fine dining restaurant in the heart of the Hills that's accessible, high quality and unpretentious. Service was excellent and food better than anything on offer out our way. Look forward to returning many times to try the whole menu."

    — John

    4th February 2022

  • "Food was great, very accommodating of some complex food intolerances. Wonderful dining experience."

    — Sami

    13th April 2022