Grill Americano

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Room with Conviction

Grill Americano sits at 112 Flinders Lane in the heart of Melbourne, brought to the city by the LUCAS Collective — the group behind some of the most enduring dining rooms in Australia. The name signals the intent: an Italian restaurant anchored in the tradition of the grand American grill, where the bar is serious, the room is alive, and the food earns its place on the table.

The Wine List

Wine Spectator awarded Grill Americano its Best of Award of Excellence in 2023 — recognition that places this Italian restaurant among a select group worldwide for the depth and curation of its cellar. That kind of distinction doesn't arrive by accident. It reflects a wine program built with genuine care, one that complements the kitchen's Italian register without overshadowing it.

The Experience

The restaurant runs seven days a week, from midday through to late, with outdoor seating available alongside full table service. A smart casual dress code applies — the room has standards, and they are maintained. Children are welcome, though the kitchen doesn't run a separate menu for them; this is a grown-up Italian dining room that happens to be open to families willing to meet it on its own terms.

Reservations open on the first of each month for the following 90 days, which speaks to the demand the room consistently draws. For those who can't find a time online, the team fields calls and emails directly.