Stalactites Restaurant
Stalactites
An iconic Greek restaurant on Lonsdale Street opened in 1978, offering budget-friendly souvlaki and gyros, open until 2:00 on weekends.
An established restaurant in the Greek precinct on Lonsdale Street, Stalactites opened in 1978 and stands as a testament to Melbourne's Greek immigrant culture. The highlights are the souvlaki and gyros cooked over the grill, alongside slow-cooked lamb and homemade dips, with plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Grilled meats start at around AUD 15–18. Reservations are only accepted for larger groups; smaller parties can walk in and wait for a table. Open until 2:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, making it a great spot for a post-show late-night bite. Located in the CBD, close to the theater district.
Opening hours
Sun–Thu 11:00–24:00, Fri–Sat 11:00–2:00 the next day; closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day
Nearby sights
- Chinatown, Melbourne
- State Library Victoria
- Old Melbourne Gaol
- Block Arcade & Royal Arcade
- Hosier Lane
- Degraves Street & Centre Place
- City Circle Tram (Route 35)
- Flinders Street Station & Federation Square