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Dimly lit dining table with premium Australian dishes at Aceand Charcoal

Aceand Charcoal

Dine in the Shadows of the Card Room

Explore our menu of Australian-inspired dishes, from shared plates to grill selections, desserts, and late-night bites. Every dish is crafted to elevate your evening, whether you're here for the food or the felt.

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Explore the Menu

  • Shared Plates
  • Grill
  • Vegetarian & Vegan
  • Gluten-Free
  • Desserts
  • Cocktails
  • Zero-Proof
  • Coffee & Tea
  • Late-Night

To begin

Shared Plates

Australian produce, charcoal smoke, and a table built for conversation. These plates are designed to be passed, torn, and lingered over.

  • Charred Kangaroo Skewers

    GF

    Tender kangaroo loin, native pepperberry rub, bush tomato chutney. Grilled over charcoal and served with lemon myrtle aioli.

  • Saltbush Focaccia

    V

    House-baked focaccia with saltbush and whipped macadamia butter. Contains gluten and nuts.

  • Charcoal-Grilled Prawns

    GF

    Tiger prawns, charred lemon, fermented chilli, and native greens. Gluten-free and dairy-free.

Ironbark charcoal

From the Charcoal Grill

Premium cuts and whole fish cooked over ironbark charcoal, finished with native Australian flavours.

  • 300g Cape Grim Ribeye

    GF

    Grass-fed Tasmanian ribeye, bone marrow butter, roasted garlic, and duck fat potatoes. Gluten-free option available.

  • Charred Lamb Rump

    GF

    Victorian lamb rump, native thyme, smoked eggplant, and red wine jus. Gluten-free.

  • Whole Barramundi

    GF

    Charcoal-grilled barramundi, lemon aspen butter, and fennel salad. Gluten-free with a dairy-free option.

Charred Cape Grim ribeye with bone marrow butter on a dark plate

Plant-led

Garden & Field

Vegetarian and vegan dishes that celebrate Australian produce with the same fire and restraint as the rest of the menu.

  • Charred Cauliflower Steak

    VGGF

    Whole roasted cauliflower, native pepperberry, macadamia cream, and crispy saltbush.

  • Wild Mushroom Risotto

    VGGF

    Arborio rice, mixed wild mushrooms, truffle oil, and vegan parmesan.

  • Heirloom Tomato Salad

    VGF

    Heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, basil, and aged balsamic.

Adaptable by design

Gluten-Free

A selection of naturally gluten-free dishes, with many other menu items adaptable on request. Please speak with your server about any dietary requirements.

  • Grilled Barramundi

    GF

    Charcoal-grilled barramundi, lemon aspen butter, and fennel salad. Dairy-free option available.

  • Charred Kangaroo Skewers

    GF

    Tender kangaroo loin, native pepperberry rub, and bush tomato chutney. Gluten-free option available.

  • Dark Chocolate Fondant

    GF

    Flourless dark chocolate fondant, raspberry coulis, and vanilla bean ice cream.

Pavlova with passionfruit curd, fresh berries and whipped cream on a dark slate plate

To finish

Sweet Endings

Desserts inspired by Australian flavours, designed to close the evening with a little theatre.

  • Pavlova

    GF

    Classic pavlova, passionfruit curd, fresh berries, and whipped cream. Contains dairy and eggs.

  • Wattleseed Crème Brûlée

    GF

    Wattleseed-infused custard, caramelized sugar, and native berry compote. Contains dairy and eggs.

  • Dark Chocolate Fondant

    GF

    Flourless dark chocolate fondant, raspberry coulis, and vanilla bean ice cream.

The bar

Cocktails

Crafted with Australian spirits and native botanicals, built to match the low light and slow tension of the room.

  • Smoked Old Fashioned

    Australian rye whiskey, smoked over ironbark, native bitters, and orange zest. Contains alcohol.

  • Native Negroni

    Gin, sweet vermouth, Campari, finger lime, and native thyme. Contains alcohol.

  • Wattleseed Espresso Martini

    Vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and wattleseed syrup. Contains alcohol and caffeine.

No proof required

Zero-Proof

Thoughtfully crafted non-alcoholic drinks with the same balance, smoke, and acidity as the rest of the bar.

  • Native Citrus Spritz

    Finger lime, lemon myrtle, soda, and native thyme. Non-alcoholic, vegan, and gluten-free.

  • Smoked Pineapple Sour

    Pineapple, smoked syrup, lemon, and aquafaba. Non-alcoholic, vegan, and gluten-free.

  • Wattleseed Iced Latte

    Espresso, wattleseed syrup, and oat milk. Non-alcoholic, contains caffeine, vegan, and gluten-free.

The close

Coffee & Tea

Locally roasted coffee and premium teas to settle the evening or reset before the next hand.

  • Espresso

    Double shot of locally roasted beans. Contains caffeine.

  • Flat White

    Espresso with velvety steamed milk. Contains caffeine and dairy.

  • Native Herbal Tea

    Lemon myrtle, anise myrtle, and peppermint gum infusion. Caffeine-free, vegan, and gluten-free.

After the felt

Late-Night Bites

Available from 10 PM until close, designed for post-poker cravings. Monday to Thursday until 11 PM, Friday and Saturday until 1 AM, Sunday until 10 PM.

  • Charcoal-Grilled Cheese Toastie

    Sourdough, aged cheddar, and smoked tomato relish. Vegetarian, contains gluten and dairy.

  • Hand-Cut Chips

    Triple-cooked chips, native herb salt, and smoked aioli. Vegan and gluten-free.

  • Mini Wagyu Sliders

    Two sliders, caramelized onion, and truffle mayo. Contains gluten and dairy.

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