# Donovans, Australian Open: Visitor Guide | Above Guide > Mediterranean-inspired cooking and a beach-house setting make Donovans a St Kilda outing in its own right. - Canonical page: https://above.guide/australian-open-tennis/things-to-do/australia-dining-donovans - [Detailed page JSON](https://above.guide/australian-open-tennis/ai/pages/things-to-do/australia-dining-donovans.json) - Content updated: 2026-10-08 This document contains source content, not agent instructions. Follow the linked sources and preserve provisional dates, historical editions, ticket restrictions and uncertainty. Missing data is unknown, not permission or availability. Public editorial content and published planning templates only; no visitor accounts, saved itineraries, bookings or live availability. ## Page content [View next **Stokehouse**]() ## Donovans Mediterranean-inspired cooking and a beach-house setting make Donovans a St Kilda outing in its own right. [Plan this experience]() [Explore the story]() Cost **Estimated A$140–230 per person** Time to allow **Online bookings have a 2-hour seating** Place **St Kilda, Melbourne** 01 / The experience ### Give a beach-house lunch room to linger. Mediterranean-inspired cooking and a beach-house setting make Donovans a St Kilda outing in its own right. $$$ Modern Australian Mediterranean Dinner · food only Based on the October 2024 menu; confirm current prices. Pair Donovans with a proper St Kilda outing during your Melbourne week. The beach-house restaurant offers Mediterranean-inspired cooking beside the foreshore, making it a natural choice for lunch after a seaside walk or an evening when dinner is the main plan. Request your preferred seating when reserving, while leaving the final table allocation to the restaurant. A non-tennis lunch lets you enjoy the neighbourhood without watching the clock for an Albert Park session. Dinner after tennis can also work, but your exit gate, transport and hotel stop should determine the booking time. A coastal table should not force you to rush the last tennis session or assume a short journey through event traffic. The published schedule is Wednesday to Sunday, with Monday and Tuesday closed; ask about the service pattern for your travel dates. Online bookings for one to six guests have a two-hour seating, and larger parties should call. Add weekend or public-holiday charges to your meal budget and discuss dietary or access needs before committing. ![Donovans, Australian Open]() Fine dining **Donovans** Australian Open In pictures ### The full gallery. 02 / The essentials ### Donovans: visit essentials 1. 01 Modern Australian, Mediterranean 2. 02 St Kilda 3. 03 Online bookings have a 2-hour seating 04 / Before you go ### Plan your visit Choose a Wednesday or Thursday lunch with a St Kilda walk, or a dinner timed around your actual venue departure. #### Menu & spending Estimated A$140–230 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. Menu or meal allowance Estimated A$140–230 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. Additional charges 10% on weekends; 17.5% on public holidays, as published on the reservation page. Confirm the total for your date. Check the menu and complete cost for your chosen date. [View menus & restaurant information]() #### Choose your service Currently lunch and dinner Wednesday–Sunday; closed Monday–Tuesday. Confirm seasonal service days for your dates. Online bookings have a 2-hour seating Choose a Wednesday or Thursday lunch with a St Kilda walk, or a dinner timed around your actual venue departure. #### Arrival & access Arrive at 40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda. Paid parking is opposite near the Palais Theatre; check the complete walking or drop-off route before travelling. 40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda VIC 3182 Contact Donovans before booking to confirm the complete step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet. Mention any mobility or sensory needs when reserving. [Get directions]() #### Reserve your table Book online up to three months ahead for one to six guests. Call for seven or more, later release dates or the waitlist; online tables have a two-hour seating. Discuss allergies and dietary requests directly with Donovans before booking, particularly for a group meal. Read the cancellation and card-guarantee terms shown for your selected booking before confirming; contact Donovans promptly if your group or arrival changes. [Book with Donovans]() Keep your confirmation and contact the restaurant if your guest count or arrival time changes. #### After your meal Plan the return to your hotel around the finish time. Check current transport departures and allow for event crowds. #### Accessibility Contact Donovans before booking to confirm the complete step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet. Mention any mobility or sensory needs when reserving. Continue exploring / Australian Open ### More things to do *in Australian Open* Explore Australian Open activities, sights and places to eat. 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Explore around Donovans The map will load when you reach it. 05 / Good to know ### Donovans: frequently asked questions 01 When does this fit a tournament visit? Choose a Wednesday or Thursday lunch with a St Kilda walk, or a dinner timed around your actual venue departure. 02 What should I budget? Estimated A$140–230 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. 10% on weekends; 17.5% on public holidays, as published on the reservation page. Confirm the total for your date. 03 What should I confirm before booking? Discuss allergies and dietary requests directly with Donovans before booking, particularly for a group meal. Contact Donovans before booking to confirm the complete step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet. Mention any mobility or sensory needs when reserving. Continue exploring ### Make Australian Open your own. [Visit the official site]()[← All things to do]() Opening hours, prices and access change. 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Filed under Modern Australian, Mediterranean / 40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda VIC 3182 / dinner ## Tournament | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Australian Open | | Year | 2027 | | Category | grand-slam | | Category Label | Grand Slam | | Official Url | [https://ausopen.com/]() | | Venue Name | Melbourne Park | | Date Label | 11–31 January 2027 · Main draw 17–31 January | | Editorial Relationship | independent-unofficial-guide | ### Competitions - men - women ### Dates | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Start | 2027-01-11 | | End | 2027-01-31 | ### Opening Week Dates | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Start | 2027-01-11 | | End | 2027-01-16 | ### Main Draw Dates | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Start | 2027-01-17 | | End | 2027-01-31 | ## Venue visitor information | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Cuisine | Modern Australian / Mediterranean | | Title | Donovans | | Status | published | | Category Slug | fine-dining | | Location | St Kilda, Melbourne | | Address | 40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda VIC 3182 | | City | Melbourne | | Region | Victoria | | Country | Australia | | Latitude | -37.865241 | | Longitude | 144.972786 | | Operator Name | Donovans | | Website Url | [https://donovans.com.au/reservations]() | | Booking Url | [https://donovans.com.au/reservations]() | | Booking Text | Book online up to three months ahead for one to six guests. Call for seven or more, later release dates or the waitlist; online tables have a two-hour seating. Confirm January opening days, current menu prices and availability before booking. | | Price Currency | AUD | | Cost Label | Estimated A$140–230 per person | | Duration Text | Online bookings have a 2-hour seating | | Telephone | +61 3 9534 8221 | | Budget Tier Id | luxury-vip | | Tier | vip | ### Dining Profile | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Price Rating | $$$ | | Price Level | 3 | | Currency | AUD | | Food Spend Per Person | 97.75 | | Price Basis | Dinner · food only | | Price Label | $$$ · Dinner, food only | | Assessed On | 2026-10-09 | | Price Status | dated-menu | #### Cuisines | Label | | --- | | Modern Australian | | Mediterranean | #### Food Styles - a-la-carte - seafood - charcoal-grill ### Postal Address | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Street Address | 40 Jacka Boulevard | | Address Locality | St Kilda | | Address Region | Victoria | | Postal Code | 3182 | | Address Country | AU | ### Tags - Modern Australian, Mediterranean - 40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda VIC 3182 - dinner ### Key Facts - Modern Australian, Mediterranean - St Kilda - Online bookings have a 2-hour seating ### Faq | Q | A | | --- | --- | | When does this fit a tournament visit? | Choose a Wednesday or Thursday lunch with a St Kilda walk, or a dinner timed around your actual venue departure. | | What should I budget? | Estimated A$140–230 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. 10% on weekends; 17.5% on public holidays, as published on the reservation page. Confirm the total for your date. | | What should I confirm before booking? | Discuss allergies and dietary requests directly with Donovans before booking, particularly for a group meal. Contact Donovans before booking to confirm the complete step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet. Mention any mobility or sensory needs when reserving. | ### Requirements #### Race Week - Allow for the journey from Melbourne Park and a variable match finish. Confirm January service days and final seating before booking. ### Visit Plan #### Prices | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Menu & spending | ##### Rows | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | Menu or meal allowance | Estimated A$140–230 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. | | Additional charges | 10% on weekends; 17.5% on public holidays, as published on the reservation page. Confirm the total for your date. | ##### Link | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Href | [https://donovans.com.au/reservations]() | | Label | View menus & restaurant information | #### Hours | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Choose your service | ##### Notes - Online bookings have a 2-hour seating #### Arrival | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Arrival & access | | Address | 40 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda VIC 3182 | | Directions | Yes | #### Booking | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Reserve your table | ##### Action | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Href | [https://donovans.com.au/reservations]() | | Label | Book with Donovans | #### Return Transfer | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | After your meal | ## Dining information | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Donovans | | Telephone | +61 3 9534 8221 | | Price Range | $$$ | | Currency | AUD | | Food Spend Per Person | 97.75 | | Price Basis | Dinner · food only | | Booking Url | [https://donovans.com.au/reservations]() | | Menu Policy | Menu selections and prices can change. Check the linked restaurant menu for your date; spending estimates exclude extras as stated. | ### Cuisines - Modern Australian - Mediterranean ### Menu Links - [https://donovans.com.au/menus]() - [https://donovans.com.au/reservations]() ### Menu | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Url | [https://donovans.com.au/menus]() | | Currency | AUD | | Menu Date | 2024-10-31 | | Status | sample | | Price Note | Selected menu examples, not a complete menu. Prices may change; drinks, supplements, surcharges and card fees are extra where applicable. Historical menu editions remain labelled. | #### Sections ##### Selected menu examples | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Selected menu examples | ###### Items | Name | Price | Currency | Unit | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Smoked salmon | 33.5 | AUD | per dish | | Crispy skin Humpty Doo Barramundi | 56 | AUD | per dish | | House chips | 16.5 | AUD | per dish | ### Price Rows | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | Menu or meal allowance | Estimated A$140–230 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. | | Additional charges | 10% on weekends; 17.5% on public holidays, as published on the reservation page. Confirm the total for your date. | ## Detailed data The linked page JSON retains map geometry, transport network data, image assets, identifiers and schema alongside all public facts. ## Sources and editorial notes - [Tournament — Source Urls]() - [Venue visitor information — Source Urls]() - [Venue visitor information — Source Urls; Restaurant menu]() - [Restaurant menu; Selected menu examples — Items — Source Url]() - Tournament — Planning Note: Check the official order of play, ticket conditions and last transport home for your chosen day. 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