Amaru, Armadale

Review | Good Food Guide

3 HATS | 18 / 20
Critics' Pick: Amaru

Turnip and spelt taco? It sounds like dinner at the commune, but in the hands of Amaru’s boundary-pushing chefs, it becomes two unforgettable bites loaded with the glorious richness of brown butter. That snack is one of six launching you headlong into a waltz through ingredients as humble as the carrot – the jewel crowning a cheesy, smoky sable – and as precious as marron.

The tail of the freshwater shellfish glistens like a ruby, its claw meat formed into a meatball paired with preserved shiitake of intense depth. Contemporary paintings match the astonishing places this 15-course tasting menu goes, with suited waiters to guide you and pour Lebanese, French and Slovakian wines on the journey.

Tonka bean ice-cream, banana fudge, citrus and a farmhouse ale caramel combine bitter, salty and sweet in perfect proportions, a head-spinning send-off to match this truly unique degustation.

Best for: Experiencing one of Australia’s most unsung tasting menus, if only to show your friends you’re in the know.

❊ Address ❊

⊜ 1121 High St, Armadale 3143 View Map
✆ Telephone: 0420 391 732

❊ Web Links ❊

➼ amarumelbourne.com.au

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Amaru is an amalgamation of words loosely translating to a "a beautiful place to love". We aim to provide an experience that is one of excitement, intrigue and intimacy. Located in the inner-city suburb of Armadale with a maximum seating of 34 guests, the open concept dining room offers a beautiful connection between the diner and the creations of the kitchen. We offer a tasting menu inspired by exquisite Australian produce, prepared and inspired by culinary techniques from around the globe in the hope to evoke the senses and challenge the imagination along the way. The menu is revealed and delivered by the entire team of chefs, waiters and sommeliers who carefully guide our guests through each serving, which may be accompanied by a variety of beverage options from our extensive cellar or house-made infusions and ferments. We look forward to welcoming you to Amaru. An exploration of the farthest reaches of flavour. Reservations Book: opentable.com.au OPENING HOURS DINNER Tuesday - Saturday 17:45 - 23:00 LUNCH Friday - Saturday 12:00 - 16:00 Sunday* (30th November - 28th December only) 12:00 - 17:00 Review | Good Food Guide 3 HATS | 18 / 20 Critics' Pick: Amaru Turnip and spelt taco? It sounds like dinner at the commune, but in the hands of Amaru’s boundary-pushing chefs, it becomes two unforgettable bites loaded with the glorious richness of brown butter. That snack is one of six launching you headlong into a waltz through ingredients as humble as the carrot – the jewel crowning a cheesy, smoky sable – and as precious as marron. The tail of the freshwater shellfish glistens like a ruby, its claw meat formed into a meatball paired with preserved shiitake of intense depth. Contemporary paintings match the astonishing places this 15-course tasting menu goes, with suited waiters to guide you and pour Lebanese, French and Slovakian wines on the journey. Tonka bean ice-cream, banana fudge, citrus and a farmhouse ale caramel combine bitter, salty and sweet in perfect proportions, a head-spinning send-off to match this truly unique degustation. Best for: Experiencing one of Australia’s most unsung tasting menus, if only to show your friends you’re in the know.