About Wood & Grill - Chef-led Steakhouse in Melbourne CBD

Wood & Grill was born from over 20 years of dedication to the craft of steak cooking.

Our founder, an Executive Chef with two decades of experience across fine dining, casual dining, and hotel kitchens, has spent most of his career working in leading steakhouses — opening and managing successful venues and refining techniques that focus on one thing above all else: consistency and quality of meat.

In recognition of his professional journey and commitment to excellence, he was selected as a Finalist in the Australian Professional Chef of the Year 2025. This milestone reflects years of discipline, patience, and passion behind the grill.

After years of building restaurants for others, the time came to create something personal.

Wood & Grill is his own vision — a chef-led, semi-fine dining steakhouse located in the heart of Melbourne CBD, offering a premium steakhouse experience at an accessible price point.

The name Wood & Grill embodies the essence of our restaurant.
Wood reflects the warm, inviting atmosphere of our space, while Grill represents the precision, skill, and attention to detail that define every dish from our kitchen.

Our philosophy is simple:
Exceptional ingredients, handled with care, cooked with precision, and served consistently — every time.

While steaks remain at the heart of our menu, we also offer a carefully curated selection of seafood, chicken, lamb, and vegetarian dishes, creating a balanced and considered dining experience. We proudly work with quality local and seasonal ingredients wherever possible, ensuring freshness and flavour across the menu.

We also offer halal options, prepared with the same attention to detail and care that define our kitchen.

For wine lovers, our thoughtfully curated wine list features specially paired wines designed to complement our steaks, showcasing exceptional selections from the most suitable and respected wine regions. From bold, structured reds matched to premium cuts, to refined whites and elegant styles for lighter dishes, each wine is chosen to enhance flavour, balance, and enjoyment.

Beer lovers are equally well catered for. Celebrating Australia’s strong beer culture, Wood & Grill offers a selection of popular and quality beers on tap, alongside bottled options, making it easy to enjoy a cold beer with a perfectly grilled steak or during a relaxed catch-up at the bar.

Our drinks selection is available all week, making Wood & Grill ideal for casual midweek catch-ups or business meetings, while Fridays bring a lively after-work atmosphere in the heart of the CBD, complemented by our signature drinks.

Our menu is designed for everyone — from premium cuts, Wagyu selections, and dry-aged steaks for true meat lovers, to family-friendly options, budget-conscious choices, and a dedicated kids’ menu. We also proudly serve a continental buffet breakfast, making Wood & Grill a true all-day dining destination for breakfast, lunch, drinks, and dinner, with à la carte lunch and dinner menus available alongside our signature beverages.

Whether you’re joining us for a business meeting, a romantic evening, a family gathering, or a special celebration, Wood & Grill offers an experience shaped by expertise, care, and genuine hospitality.