Attica is an exceptional restaurant located in the suburb of Ripponlea, Melbourne. The relationship between owners David and Helen Maccora, chef Ben Shewry and front of house manager Banjo Harris Plane is solidly based upon a love of food. For the past four years chef Ben Shewry has been given the opportunity to produce his beautiful and exciting cuisine with complete autonomy, the result being some of Australia's most recognised food. The truly unique food is presented with professional and passionate support by all staff members. Wines are chosen by their suitability and compatibility with the food. Service is knowledgeable, friendly and passionate about the dishes when they are presented. Recent improvements to the restaurant have involved kitchen extensions and advanced cooking equipment. The quest is for creative, balanced, beautiful food.
As you travel outside the city, you will notice that is the phrase is shortened and accents changed. Away from the neon lights of Bourbon street, Le bon tomps rula is a much more common phrase. It or one of its Cajun/Creole variations is a common toast heard in the local roadside bars, oyster houses, crab shacks and BBQ joints of tongue (even after a few prior toasts) and still embodies the spirit of the original, is multiple regions of the American South. Our smokehouse brisket is done Texas-style. Our blackened fish and crab cakes come from the Louisiana Gulf Coast. Inspiration The bar stays true to the traditional flavours of the South. Cocktail ingredients can range from sweet teas to fresh peaches to pressed mint. All beer is served frothy from Welcome to Le Bon Ton, lets let the good times roll.
A hidden gem within the heart of Melbourne's CBD, La La Land is the perfect place for an intimate date night, an after work catch up or a get together with friends. With a range of comfortable couches and an open smoking balcony it is a relaxed atmosphere with a focus on the highest quality of service and classic cocktails, wine, and beers.