VenU Restaurant at Victoria University

4.5

41 Reviews

$40 and under

Global, International

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Neighborhood gem
Healthy

VenU is our award-winning student-run restaurant at Footscray Nicholson Campus. The industry-standard facility provides a simulated work environment for hospitality students to refine their skills under the guidance of our expert teachers.

Come to VenU for lunch and enjoy seasonal dishes prepared by our apprentice chefs, and professional service from our hospitality and events students.

The licensed restaurant features:
▸a main dining room that seats 100 guests
▸a function space for 50 guests
▸à la carte, café and bistro dining
▸menus featuring seasonal and local produce
▸a selection of local wines and craft beers.

VENU was awarded Best Food Service Training Initiative in the 2024 Australian Tourism Training Awards.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Global, International
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed 12:00 pm–1:30 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 pm Dinner Wed 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9919 8708
Website
https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/facilities-services/our-facilities/food-catering/venu-restaurant
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Fiona Lie

Location
Level 1 Building D, Footscray Nicholson Campus, Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray, AU-VIC 3011
Neighborhood
Footscray
Cross street
CNR Albert & Pilgrim streets
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Footscray Station
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 41 people are saying

VenU Restaurant at Victoria University reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.1Ambience
4.7Value

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41 Reviews

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Patricia
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience, food was amazing and the service thank you
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Alida
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on August 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the food and service. Will definitely return.
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Rose
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience in every way. In addition, it feels good to know that students are honing their skills as I enjoy myself.
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sevis
Melbourne6 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were a large group (15) so made it very busy for the students beside this they did a fantastic job. Lovely leisurely dinner that was tasty, amazing value for money and substantial.
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Sevasti
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on August 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went along on the student's first night. They were very considerate, attentive, friendly and great fun.
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TejalH
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was really good. Good service!! Highly Recommended
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Joelled
Melbourne2 reviews
4.0
Dined on November 29, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food, service and value for money! What more can you ask for?
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AngieM
Melbourne1 review
4.0
Dined on October 20, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I had a delicious meal. The service was great. So good for the kids there learning a hands on hospitality experience .
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Penny
Melbourne3 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 18, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
we enjoyed a lovely lunch at VenU - the wait staff were attentive and the food was freshly prepared with quality ingredients - we will go again
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barbara
Melbourne2 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 11, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It's great to support the students gain experience and watch them make a great effort and learn. Well done!
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VenU Restaurant at Victoria University is rated 4.5 stars by 41 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

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Level 1 Building D, Footscray Nicholson Campus, Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray, AU-VIC 3011

Additional information

Cross street
CNR Albert & Pilgrim streets
Neighborhood
Footscray
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed 12:00 pm–1:30 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 pm Dinner Wed 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Global, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Footscray Station
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Fiona Lie
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/facilities-services/our-facilities/food-catering/venu-restaurant
Phone number
(03) 9919 8708

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