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The Recreation bistro x bottleshop

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The Recreation bistro x bottleshop Fitzroy North bistronomy and bottleshop. Charcoal grill, warm hospitality
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The Recreation bistro x bottleshop opened in late 2016 serving clean, fresh and delicious dishes that draw upon the charcoal burning grill that has been especially built for the venture. The drinks selection is available drink in or take away with a range of wines, beers and spirits from around the globe on offer.

'The Rec' is able to accommodate those in need of a quick coffee, refreshing drink or meal. We also allow BYO wine with a corkage charge for those looking to bring a special bottle.

21/01/2025

Fritto Misto.

Our long running summer special is here.

It is so good alongside cold drinks of all types…clean crisp lagers, dry, cold Italian whites and of course, Champagne.

The inspiration board for this had all sorts of romantic memories of Campania and beyond.

The version a la Rec takes soft shell crab, school prawns, calamari, scallop and garfish. Lightly coated and fried. Served with crispy sage throughout herb aioli, generously salted and some big squeezes of lemon.

We have the Amalfi chairs out on the footpath to complete the feel.

Fritto a la Rec for the foreseeable.

07/01/2025

Kingfish Crudo.
Spikey yellow chilli Leche de Tigre, cucumber and coriander.
A huge friend of Riesling…which makes it a friend of ours.

05/01/2025

AC and refreshments available here.

Snacks and cold wine is as good a method as we know for dealing with extreme heat.

27/12/2024

Back open today for refreshments.

All shades available.

17/12/2024

Last team trip of ‘24

Last week we had the pleasure of getting down to the Mornington Peninsula on a sunny day.

First stop was for a tour, tasting and lunch.
We were captured by the thoughtful nature of the wines, the way things have been tried and tested…and a winemaking philosophy that sits across all labels in the range. A recognisable house style that we can’t wait to introduce to our guests…In the case of the McIntyre vineyard a combination of old vines, a great site and this approach lead to some of our favourite Mornington wines tasted this year.

Thank you to Kate and Richard for their generosity of time…we can’t wait to come back, not least to get some more of Richard’s delicious bread!!

We also managed to stop in at for a tasting…but realistically much, much more. James took us on a tour of their range but also a super-detailed rum production lesson, as well as discussing the greatest rums of the world. Great stories from the world tour of distillation that was the genesis of Jimmy Rum.
James, we will hold you to coming and doing a rockstar shift on our rum trolley!!

A great way to bookend the year 🍷🍷🥃🥃

12/12/2024

Say it with flowers.

Baked zucchini flowers, filled with bug tail with a lightly spiced tomato sauce.

The season is always too fast…make sure you get yours before it’s over.

04/12/2024

Bagna Càuda.

This punchy anchovy and garlic dip is a star but best supporting goes to the amazing crudités from our favourites

30/11/2024

We celebrate 8 years of today.

So thankful to family, team, locals and wider community for getting us there.

This is actually an image from before we opened, although many will probably think it is recent….Keen observers will note we have since removed the clock. 😉

28/11/2024

Baked Snapper, peas, cos, bottarga

Victorian Snapper, delicately flavoured alongside sweet and salty friends. Crying out for a glass of wine…pretty confident we can help there too.

26/11/2024

Stop. Refreshments are here.

The Aperol Margarita. Is bitter, sweet and salty and demands your attention.

Available for consumption on Queens Parade now.

21/11/2024

Not a bad day for a barbecue…

Barbecued spatchcock, fermented chilli glaze and bread gravy.

Sun is out, cold beer and wine, let us cook.

13/11/2024

T-bone is back.

The current 1kg offering is barley fed T-Bone. Barbecued and served ‘Tuscan style’ with lemon, salt and olive oil.

Forever popular sharer. Also a fine option for those who don’t share their dinner.

09/11/2024

Always happy to offer a careful decant of your bottle…

Whilst the image may not fit the caption…we didn’t pour wine all over the floor with for nothing

Tough love or a gentle nudge towards eventuating…we will offer the treatment your wine needs.

29/10/2024

Next Tuesday. Cup Day

Open at midday for lunch, snacks and importantly cups, including (but not limited to) wine, beer, spritz and coffee. Bookings advised for lunch, open for bookings through our bio…

22/10/2024

Menu Bistronomic

A way of just having us cook for you.

Course 1: we gladly take up the challenge of filling you table with snacks…all designed to be friends with wine with bubbles.

14/10/2024

Dinner champagne.

Laherte Frères, Blanc de noirs.

Zero dosage, with generous ripe fruit.
50% Pinot noir, 50% Meunier. And for Monday only…50% off the list price

#50%off

09/10/2024

Butchery. Not butchering it.

Break down, barbecue, brilliant.

02/10/2024

Pulling corks.

Our wine list is stacked ready for the big season. Let us steer you in the direction of some of our new finds. Also, don’t forget BYO is offered Sun-Thurs.

Address

162-170 Queens Parade
Melbourne, VIC
3068

Opening Hours

Tuesday	5pm - 11pm
Wednesday	11am - 11pm
Thursday	11am - 11pm
Friday	11am - 11pm
Saturday	11am - 11pm
Sunday	11am - 11pm

Website

https://www.gatheraustralia.com/new-products-1

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Bistronomy in Fitzroy North

The Recreation bistro x bottleshop opened in late 2016 before going on to gain a chef’s hat award in our first full year. It is owned and operated by three life-long hospitality professionals Steven Nelson (chef), Joe Durrant and Mark Protheroe.

The menu features dishes that come from our custom built wood-burning grill with a particular focus on seasonal produce that is showcased on our ever evolving menu.

The drinks selection is available drink in or take away with a range of wines, beers and spirits from around the globe on offer. We particularly look for producers who are hands on in all aspects of the production process. We also allow the chance to BYO wine every service with a $20 corkage charge for those looking to bring a special bottle. 'The Rec' is the quintessential local that is worth travelling for.