# Stalactites, Australian Open: Visitor Guide | Above Guide > Souvlaki, gyros plates and Greek home-style dishes, with late Friday and Saturday opening. - Canonical page: https://above.guide/australian-open-tennis/things-to-do/stalactites - [Detailed page JSON](https://above.guide/australian-open-tennis/ai/pages/things-to-do/stalactites.json) - Content updated: 2026-10-09 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 **Oriental Teahouse CBD**]() ## Stalactites Souvlaki, gyros plates and Greek home-style dishes, with late Friday and Saturday opening. [Plan this experience]() [Explore the story]() Cost **Food per person; drinks extra** Time to allow **Allow 45–90 minutes, plus any queue** Place **CBD, Melbourne** 01 / The experience ### Greek food for a flexible tournament meal. Souvlaki, gyros plates and Greek home-style dishes, with late Friday and Saturday opening. $ Greek Dinner · food only Stalactites offers a flexible Greek meal at the corner of Lonsdale and Russell Streets. Choose a souvlaki for a smaller spend, order a gyros plate with salad and chips, or settle in for dips and home-style dishes. Its cave-like ceiling is part of a busy dining room that can suit a spontaneous meal after a day in the city. A chicken gyros souvlaki is A$24.50 and a chicken gyros plate is A$39 before extras. The sample meal used for the dollar rating combines a dip, souvlaki and half a small portion of chips. Larger platters, desserts and drinks will increase the bill, and Sundays and public holidays carry a 10% surcharge. Small groups should plan to walk in and allow for a queue. Reservations are limited to larger parties and are unavailable on Friday and Saturday evenings, public holidays and long weekends. Friday and Saturday service continues to 02:00 the next morning; Sunday closes at midnight. Keep that distinction in your post-tennis plan, and check the dietary guidance with staff before ordering. ![Stalactites, Australian Open]() Restaurants **Stalactites** Australian Open In pictures ### The full gallery. 02 / The essentials ### Stalactites: visit essentials 1. 01 Souvlaki, gyros plates and Greek home-style dishes, with late Friday and Saturday opening. 2. 02 CBD, Melbourne 3. 03 Allow 45–90 minutes, plus any queue 04 / Before you go ### Plan your visit A flexible walk-in option after a city day or venue return, especially Friday and Saturday when it stays open later. Do not use the Friday/Saturday 02:00 closing time for Sunday. #### Menu & spending Chicken gyros souvlaki A$24.50; chicken gyros plate with salad and chips A$39. A dip, souvlaki and half a small chips totals A$36.50 per person before extras. Food Chicken gyros souvlaki A$24.50; chicken gyros plate with salad and chips A$39. A dip, souvlaki and half a small chips totals A$36.50 per person before extras. Additional charges Sunday and public-holiday surcharge 10%; EFTPOS 0.8%; credit cards 1.5%. Check the menu and complete cost for your chosen date. [View restaurant menus]() #### Choose your service Sunday–Thursday 11:00–midnight; Friday–Saturday 11:00–02:00 the following morning. Allow 45–90 minutes, plus any queue A flexible walk-in option after a city day or venue return, especially Friday and Saturday when it stays open later. Do not use the Friday/Saturday 02:00 closing time for Sunday. #### Arrival & access Find Stalactites at the corner of Lonsdale and Russell Streets in the CBD. Join the restaurant’s queue and ask staff about the wait; allow extra time after the tennis. 177–183 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 Contact the restaurant to confirm the step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet before reserving. [Get directions]() #### Plan your table Small parties normally walk in. Lunch reservations start at six guests; Sunday–Thursday dinner reservations start at eight. No reservations after 16:00 Friday or Saturday, or on public holidays and long weekends. Group bookings have a two-hour limit. Check the restaurant’s dietary guidance and discuss allergies before ordering. Gluten-free and vegan menu labels refer to particular dishes; confirm preparation and cross-contact requirements directly. For a group reservation, confirm the cancellation terms and tell the restaurant promptly if your numbers change. [Visit Stalactites]() Keep your confirmation and contact the restaurant if your arrival time or guest count changes. #### After your meal Check transport departures for your return and allow for event crowds. #### Accessibility Contact the restaurant to confirm the step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet before 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 Stalactites The map will load when you reach it. 05 / Good to know ### Stalactites: frequently asked questions 01 When does this fit a tournament visit? A flexible walk-in option after a city day or venue return, especially Friday and Saturday when it stays open later. Do not use the Friday/Saturday 02:00 closing time for Sunday. 02 What should I budget? Chicken gyros souvlaki A$24.50; chicken gyros plate with salad and chips A$39. A dip, souvlaki and half a small chips totals A$36.50 per person before extras. Sunday and public-holiday surcharge 10%; EFTPOS 0.8%; credit cards 1.5%. 03 Do I need a reservation? Small parties normally walk in. Lunch reservations start at six guests; Sunday–Thursday dinner reservations start at eight. No reservations after 16:00 Friday or Saturday, or on public holidays and long weekends. Group bookings have a two-hour limit. Continue exploring ### Make Australian Open your own. 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Filed under souvlaki / grill / casual dining ## 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 | Greek | | Title | Stalactites | | Status | published | | Category Slug | restaurants | | Location | CBD, Melbourne | | City | Melbourne | | Region | Victoria | | Country | Australia | | Latitude | -37.8110808 | | Longitude | 144.9670491 | | Operator Name | Stalactites | | Website Url | [https://www.stalactites.com.au/]() | | Booking Url | [https://www.stalactites.com.au/]() | | Booking Text | Small parties normally walk in. Lunch reservations start at six guests; Sunday–Thursday dinner reservations start at eight. No reservations after 16:00 Friday or Saturday, or on public holidays and long weekends. Group bookings have a two-hour limit. Confirm January opening days, current menu prices and availability before booking. | | Price Currency | AUD | | Cost Label | Food per person; drinks extra | | Duration Text | Allow 45–90 minutes, plus any queue | | Telephone | +61 3 9663 3316 | ### Dining Profile | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Price Rating | $ | | Price Level | 1 | | Currency | AUD | | Food Spend Per Person | 36.5 | | Price Basis | Dinner · food only | | Price Label | $ · Dinner, food only | | Price Caveat | Drinks, supplements and surcharges extra. | | Assessed On | 2026-10-09 | | Price Status | menu-snapshot | #### Cuisines | Label | | --- | | Greek | #### Food Styles - souvlaki - grill - casual-dining ### Postal Address | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Street Address | 177–183 Lonsdale Street | | Address Locality | Melbourne | | Address Region | Victoria | | Postal Code | 3000 | | Address Country | AU | ### Tags - souvlaki - grill - casual-dining ### Key Facts - CBD, Melbourne - Allow 45–90 minutes, plus any queue ### Faq | Q | A | | --- | --- | | When does this fit a tournament visit? | A flexible walk-in option after a city day or venue return, especially Friday and Saturday when it stays open later. Do not use the Friday/Saturday 02:00 closing time for Sunday. | | What should I budget? | Chicken gyros souvlaki A$24.50; chicken gyros plate with salad and chips A$39. A dip, souvlaki and half a small chips totals A$36.50 per person before extras. Sunday and public-holiday surcharge 10%; EFTPOS 0.8%; credit cards 1.5%. | | Do I need a reservation? | Small parties normally walk in. Lunch reservations start at six guests; Sunday–Thursday dinner reservations start at eight. No reservations after 16:00 Friday or Saturday, or on public holidays and long weekends. Group bookings have a two-hour limit. | ### 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 | | --- | --- | | Food | Chicken gyros souvlaki A$24.50; chicken gyros plate with salad and chips A$39. A dip, souvlaki and half a small chips totals A$36.50 per person before extras. | | Additional charges | Sunday and public-holiday surcharge 10%; EFTPOS 0.8%; credit cards 1.5%. | ##### Link | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Href | [https://www.stalactites.com.au/menu]() | | Label | View restaurant menus | #### Hours | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Choose your service | ##### Notes - Allow 45–90 minutes, plus any queue #### Arrival | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Arrival & access | | Directions | Yes | #### Booking | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Plan your table | ##### Action | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Href | [https://www.stalactites.com.au/]() | | Label | Visit Stalactites | #### Return Transfer | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | After your meal | ## Dining information | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Stalactites | | Telephone | +61 3 9663 3316 | | Price Range | $ | | Currency | AUD | | Food Spend Per Person | 36.5 | | Price Basis | Dinner · food only | | Price Caveat | Drinks, supplements and surcharges extra. | | Booking Url | [https://www.stalactites.com.au/]() | | Menu Policy | Menu selections and prices can change. Check the linked restaurant menu for your date; spending estimates exclude extras as stated. | ### Cuisines - Greek ### Menu Links - [https://www.stalactites.com.au/menu]() ### Menu | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Url | [https://www.stalactites.com.au/menu]() | | Currency | AUD | | 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 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | House-made dip | 7.5 | AUD | per dish | | Chicken gyros souvlaki | 24.5 | AUD | per dish | | Shared small chips | 9 | AUD | per dish | ##### Other menu choices | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Other menu choices | ###### Items ###### Chicken gyros souvlaki | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Chicken gyros souvlaki | | Price | 24.5 | | Currency | AUD | | Unit | per dish | | Restriction | Single souvlaki; sides are extra. | | Time Zone | Australia/Melbourne | ###### Service Days Iso - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 ###### Chicken gyros plate | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Chicken gyros plate | | Price | 39 | | Currency | AUD | | Unit | per person | | Restriction | Includes Greek garden salad and chips; drinks and surcharges extra. | | Time Zone | Australia/Melbourne | ###### Service Days Iso - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 ### Price Rows | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | Food | Chicken gyros souvlaki A$24.50; chicken gyros plate with salad and chips A$39. A dip, souvlaki and half a small chips totals A$36.50 per person before extras. | | Additional charges | Sunday and public-holiday surcharge 10%; EFTPOS 0.8%; credit cards 1.5%. | ## 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; Selected menu examples — Items — Source Url; Other menu choices — Items — Source Url; Chicken gyros souvlaki — Source Url; Chicken gyros plate — 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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