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Wednesday 5pm - 11pm Thursday 5pm - 11pm Friday 5pm - 11pm Saturday 12pm - 11pm Sunday 12pm - 11pm

Rufio

Welcome to Rufio, our gluten-free Latin fusion restaurant and bar on Carlisle Street, St Kilda.

11/06/2026

The grill's lit and Mexico's calling for one night only, Friday June 26th 🇲🇽

Let walk you through just three of the evenings dishes — Black Bean Dip with chilli oil, the octopus taco, and the Wagyu Bavette steak with chimichurri.

Don't forget, it's also Two-for-one margaritas from start to finish, with à la carte's available as well.

Flames on, tables filling, get in quick: https://www.rufio.co/mexican-grill

10/06/2026

EOFY is just around the corner 🥂

If you're planning a team lunch, client dinner or end-of-financial-year celebration, Rufio offers a range of function spaces, set menus and drinks packages designed for intimate groups and full venue events.

Enquiries are open via our website.

05/06/2026

Mexico takes over Carlisle Street for one night only, Friday June 26th 🇲🇽

Our next South American dinner lands as Mexican Grill, a four-course feast built around bold flavours, open flame and plenty to pass around the table.

Expect a trio of handmade tacos filled with beef cheek, octopus and orange brined pulled pork, plus Wagyu bavette steak with chimichurri, crispy patatas bravas, fresh tomatillo salad and a dessert that brings the evening home in style.

🍹 Two-For-One Margaritas all night
🌮 Four courses | $80pp
🍽️ À la carte menu also is available

One night only. Bookings highly recommended: https://www.rufio.co/mexican-grill

04/06/2026

Taylor is back with one of our favourite bottles to reach for when red feels right – Villard Expression Reserve Pinot Noir 🍷

Elegant, savoury and beautifully composed, it’s the kind of pour that speaks for itself from the first glass.

03/06/2026

Sunday Roast has entered its season 🍽️

For $30, choose from smoke roasted Black Angus striploin, grilled pork belly or filet champignon loaf, served with all the Rufio trimmings and your choice of bone marrow jus or chimichurri.

Available every Sunday until sold out: https://www.rufio.co/sunday-roast

02/06/2026

A small long weekend note from us 📝

With the King’s Birthday long weekend approaching, Rufio will be closed Monday and Tuesday as usual, returning from Wednesday.

Join us across the weekend for good food and cocktails, before we take our usual pause.

29/05/2026

A 150-day grain-fed bone-in ribeye, seared and finished with garlic butter, paired with chilli tiger prawns and roasted capsicum 🔥

A bold, balanced take on surf and turf, with just the right touch of heat.

25/05/2026

Last call for Vegan Grill this Wednesday, May 27th 🥬

One night, four vegan courses, completely gluten-free, for $70pp – with an optional Latin wine pairing for $40pp if you’re settling in for the full experience.

The date is almost here, so if this has been sitting in your saved posts, now is the moment to book: https://www.rufio.co/vegan-grill

21/05/2026

A setting that knows exactly what to do with date night ❤️‍🔥

Refined, softly lit and built for evenings that are meant to stretch out.

📽️

20/05/2026

It's nearly final call for Vegan Grill – Wednesday, May 27th 🥗

A completely gluten-free four-course vegan dinner for $70pp, with an optional Latin wine pairing for $40pp for those wanting the full experience.

Tables are limited, so secure your booking now: https://www.rufio.co/vegan-grill

19/05/2026

As the season cools, the red list starts to speak more clearly 🍷

At Rufio, Winter leans into slower pours, deeper tones and the kind of bottle that settles beautifully into the evening.

Don't be afraid to ask our friendly staff for their recommendation.

15/05/2026

Wednesday, May 27th is set aside for Vegan Grill 🥦

A one-night four-course vegan dinner, entirely gluten-free, served from 5pm till late on Carlisle Street.

On the menu:
• Kohlrabi Crudo with Soy, Sesame, Daikon, Chilli and Tapioca
• Roast Pumpkin Tamales with Yucatán Dressing, Spring Onion and Marinated Feta
• Cassava Gnocchi with Green Mole, Jalapeño, Zucchini and Crispy Leek
• Baked banana with Coconut Ice Cream, Crumble and Salted Caramel
• And more

Bookings are open via our website: https://www.rufio.co/vegan-grill

14/05/2026

Winter’s nearly here and the heaters are glowing 🔥

Come out of the cold, settle in, choose your favourites and let us take care of the rest.

13/05/2026

Melbourne is cooling off, which means Sunday Roast season is officially in play 🍽️

For $30, choose from smoke roasted Black Angus striploin steak, grilled pork belly or our vegan filet champignon loaf, served with roast potato, chipotle pumpkin, charred broccolini, smoked cauliflower, Yorkshire pudding and sweetcorn salsa, with your choice of bone marrow jus or chimichurri.

Available all day every Sunday until sold out: https://www.rufio.co/sunday-roast

07/05/2026

Vegan Grill returns Wednesday, May 27th 🥗

A completely gluten-free, four-course vegan dinner for $70pp. Think watermelon ceviche, sticky crispy jackfruit, sweet potato empanada, wood-fired fillet champignon and spiced poached pear to finish 🍐

To enjoy the full experience, we recommend the optional Latin wine pairing for $40pp.

Bookings available via our website: https://www.rufio.co/vegan-grill

06/05/2026

Thursday night has found its rhythm 🥩

$25 Steak Night means Black Angus 250g striploin, butter leaf salad with radish and lime habanero vinaigrette, an Oaxaca cheese potato skin and chimichurri to bring it all into line.

Available every Thursday night: https://www.rufio.co/steaknight

05/05/2026

For nights that need a little more spark 🌶️

Start with the spicy margarita and watch where the evening takes you.

04/05/2026

Brazilian Grill has come and gone, and what a night it was 🇧🇷

Thank you to everyone who joined us. It was a pleasure to see this menu land as it should – full room, full flavour and exactly the kind of atmosphere we had hoped for.

This dinner may be over, but our South American series is far from it. Keep an eye out, and see if you can guess which country we’ll turn to next.

30/04/2026

For date nights that call for a little more atmosphere ✨

Low light, something excellent in the glass and an energy that keeps the night unfolding just right.

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28/04/2026

St Kilda, this is what you’ve been waiting for 🔥

Brazilian Grill hits Rufio this Friday with four courses that don’t hold back, plus Caipirinhas to match 🍹

Friday, May 1st from 5pm till late. Book before it’s gone: https://www.rufio.co/brazilian-grill

24/04/2026

Back on the deck tonight 🎤

returns to Rufio for another night of live music after a seriously well-received first round.

Expect a full room, good energy, and every reason to book ahead: https://www.rufio.co/

22/04/2026

Some nights call for a classic, others call for coconut 🥥

Tequila, coconut and lime, brought together in a margarita that lands fresh, smooth and indulgent.

20/04/2026

Brazilian Grill is next Friday’s main event 🔥

A four-course run of bold Latin American flavour, with Rufio’s take on the Caipirinha poured alongside. Expect dishes like pão de queijo, feijoada, chicken coxinha, and picanha steak, concluded with mousse de maracujá.

From 5pm till late on Friday, May 1st, this is one to book ahead for: https://www.rufio.co/brazilian-grill

17/04/2026

On Sunday, May 10th, treat Mum to a table on Carlisle Street, dishes to share, her favourite drink in hand and an afternoon that's all about her 🌷

Bookings are recommended: https://www.rufio.co/

*Our à la carte menu, set menu and Sunday roast will all be available.

15/04/2026

On Friday, May 1st, Rufio turns its attention to Brazil for a one-night Brazilian Grill event 🇧🇷

Expect a four-course menu shaped by bold Latin American flavour, paired with Rufio’s own take on the classic Caipirinha – Brazil’s national cocktail 🍹

From 5pm till late, this is the one to work your calendar around: https://www.rufio.co/brazilian-grill

Address

188 Carlisle Street, St Kilda
Melbourne, VIC
3182

Opening Hours

Wednesday	5pm - 11pm
Thursday	5pm - 11pm
Friday	5pm - 11pm
Saturday	12pm - 11pm
Sunday	12pm - 11pm

Website

http://www.rufio.co/

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