Cognoscenti Food & Wine

Cognoscenti Food & Wine Cognoscenti is a cosy neighbourhood restaurant nestled in the Dandenong Ranges.

Midweek treat? We think so.A couple of cocktails at the bar, something good to eat, and no reason to wait for the weeken...
17/06/2026

Midweek treat? We think so.

A couple of cocktails at the bar, something good to eat, and no reason to wait for the weekend.

We’re pouring, shaking and stirring from 5pm.

See you soon at Cognoscenti. 🍸🍷

We’re back online! We experienced a temporary issue with our reservation system, but everything is now fixed. Bookings f...
17/06/2026

We’re back online!
We experienced a temporary issue with our reservation system, but everything is now fixed. Bookings for tonight are open and available as normal.
Reserve your table online or give us a call.
Open from 5pm. See you tonight.

MATER CHRISTI FUNDRAISER TONIGHT
Attending the Mater Christi fundraiser at Cameo Cinema this evening?
Enjoy 10% off your bill when dining with us.
Simply present your event ticket when dining to receive the discount.
We're open from 5pm and still have tables available for dinner bookings.
We look forward to welcoming you in before or after the show.

Monday again.The dining room is ready for another week of good food, good wine and good company.We can’t wait to welcome...
15/06/2026

Monday again.

The dining room is ready for another week of good food, good wine and good company.

We can’t wait to welcome you through the door.

See you from 5pm.

A little something new from the dessert menu.Creamy vanilla sago pudding, topped with poached quince, house-made green a...
10/06/2026

A little something new from the dessert menu.

Creamy vanilla sago pudding, topped with poached quince, house-made green apple sorbet, toasted almonds and salted caramel.

Sweet, tart, creamy and just enough crunch to keep things interesting. A comforting winter dessert with a little freshness from the apple sorbet.

Monday evenings at Cognoscenti.The lights are on, the room is set and another week begins.See you from 5pm.
01/06/2026

Monday evenings at Cognoscenti.

The lights are on, the room is set and another week begins.

See you from 5pm.

🍷 Wine of the moment. 2023 Syrah Nouveau by Marty Singh from Precipice, made from a single vineyard in Gruyere, Yarra Va...
28/05/2026

🍷 Wine of the moment.

2023 Syrah Nouveau by Marty Singh from Precipice, made from a single vineyard in Gruyere, Yarra Valley.

Lifted and vibrant with red cherry, wild strawberry and subtle savoury spice. Bright acidity and a juicy palate make this an incredibly easy drink.

Currently available by the glass.

Our chicken pie special was so popular yesterday we’ve decided to keep it around a little longer.Chicken gently cooked i...
21/05/2026

Our chicken pie special was so popular yesterday we’ve decided to keep it around a little longer.

Chicken gently cooked in a creamy tarragon sauce with carrots, turnips and mushrooms, served tableside into its own golden puff pastry lid that shatters the moment you break into it.

A little comfort food for the weekend, inspired by some special memories.

Available from tonight until sold out

Have you tried our new cauliflower gratin yet?Baked with parmesan & aged gouda Mornay, finished with pangrattato and jus...
20/05/2026

Have you tried our new cauliflower gratin yet?

Baked with parmesan & aged gouda Mornay, finished with pangrattato and just the right amount of colour from the oven.

Rich, comforting, and exactly what you want beside your meal on a cold autumn night.

Open from 5pm.

Calamari fritti, smoked chilli salt, charred lemon, rouille mayonnaise.A good place to start. Something to pick at with ...
28/04/2026

Calamari fritti, smoked chilli salt, charred lemon, rouille mayonnaise.

A good place to start. Something to pick at with a glass of wine in hand while you settle in and decide what comes next.

Crisp, light, and gone before you know it.

You kept asking for it, we listened.Prawn risotto, smoked tomato sugo, lime, crispy curry leaves.Back on the menu.
22/04/2026

You kept asking for it, we listened.

Prawn risotto, smoked tomato sugo, lime, crispy curry leaves.

Back on the menu.

Address

1628A Burwood Highway
Melbourne, VIC
3160

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 11pm
Tuesday 5pm - 11pm
Wednesday 5pm - 11pm
Thursday 5pm - 11pm
Friday 5pm - 11pm
Saturday 5pm - 11pm
Sunday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 11pm

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