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Pan-roasted three-point rack of lamb with minted pea purée, caramelised baby beets, pancetta wafer and basil oil.

About Jimmy Watson's Wine Bar

Step into a slice of Melbourne history at Jimmy Watson's Wine Bar on Lygon Street in Carlton, where old-world charm meets contemporary dining. With ivy-covered walls, candlelit tables and a lush courtyard, this iconic venue offers a warm, timeless ambience perfect for a long lunch or intimate evening. A celebrated wine list is matched by a menu that blends European tradition with local flair. Graze on small plates like duck liver and orange pâté with cornichons and croutons, or mussels Provencale steamed with white wine, garlic, chilli and tomato sugo. For a memorable main, delve into linguine marinara with prawns, scallops, calamari, mussels, garlic, chilli, Napoli, capers and a hint of lemon myrtle. Pizza lovers opt for the Snagger with pork sausage, onion, chilli, Napoli and mozzarella.

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Location & Map

333 Lygon Street, Carlton 3053 VIC - See Map

Opening Hours

Mon  Closed
Tue  12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wed  12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thu  12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Fri  12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sat  12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sun  12:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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