The Advocate
Best Known For
Grilled tiger prawns with chilli garlic chef’s special sauce, pita bread and charred lime.
About The Advocate
Located on Whitehorse Road, Balwyn, The Advocate is a bespoke restaurant and cocktail bar nestled within one of Melbourne’s leafiest neighbourhoods. The space strikes a thoughtful balance between sophistication and warmth, offering an inviting atmosphere that feels both polished and relaxed. Designed to suit a range of occasions, the venue features multiple function spaces ideal for celebrations, private gatherings and special events. Whether you’re settling in for an elegant meal or raising a glass with friends, The Advocate delivers a refined yet welcoming dining experience in the heart of Balwyn.
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Features & Facilities
Payments Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Eftpos
Seats: 95
Opening Hours
Groups & Functions
The Advocate has 3 different function spaces within the venue. The front lounge area is the perfect setting for up to 20 guests. The dining room area is the perfect setting for up to 24 guests for a sit down dinner or 50 people for a stand up cocktail party. The library garden area is the perfect setting for up to 24 guests for a sit down dinner or 60 people for a stand up cocktail party. Alternatively the whole venue can be booked for up up 160 people.
- Up to 160 Guests
- Birthday Party
- Charity Event
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Conference
- Corporate Function
- Dinner Party
- Engagement Party
- Hens & Bucks Night
- Product Launch
- Wedding
- Canapes
- Cocktails
- Finger Food
- Set Menu
Great food, amazing cocktails, and a beautiful atmosphere
I had the best girls’ night at The Advocate 3101! The atmosphere was beautiful, the cocktails were amazing, and the food was delicious. The staff were lovely, and the fairy-lit garden made it feel so special. If you’re looking for a great spot for a night out with friends, this is it! I’ll definitely be back.
Great cocktails and atmosphere!
Having heard great things about this place from friends, we can see why! Food was delicious, service really attentive and the cocktails were so yummy! We sat in the Library Garden under the lights, never seen such a cute space! We’ll be back as the owner told us they do events! Check this place out :)
Amazing venue, yummy food and delicious cocktails!
Located in the heart of Balwyn, The Advocate felt like a cozy wine bar with an upscale restaurant atmosphere. The venue is stunning, the wine list is great and the food menu is equally impressive, with many share plates good for a date night (or with friends).
The service was exceptional, with friendly, attentive staff who were passionate about both the food and wine. Highly recommend!!!
Best Restaurant & Bar in town
Highly recommend this place.
The ambience, service, food and cocktails are amazing & the decor is absolutely stunning & unique.
Good Food and service . Classy place to go
Magical from the moment you step through the door....
A truly unique and beautifully designed venue, with fantastic use of space. Scrumptious meals coupled with designer cocktails, personalised and attentive service, and live music performances; perfectly suited for a romantic night out with your lover (or future love!), an elegant dinner party with friends and family, or the ideal venue for your next function. If there's something bad about the Advocate, I'm yet to discover it!
My favourite bar in all Melbourne !
It is simply the best restaurant in all metropolitan Melbourne.
Top notch delicious food, the staff are super super friendly and helpful, gorgeous atmosphere, worth it.. highly highly recommended!! ?
Dining with Style
The Advocate is a wonderful experience. Very stylish decor along with excellent food
Fabulous food and a fabulous venue
The Advocate is a sophisticated venue with a menu to suit. Highly recommended ????