FireSmokeSteak
At Restaurant 226, we draw on ancient cooking methods guided by a flame-first philosophy. We do not cook with fire; we cook through it. Wood becomes heat, heat becomes flavor, and flavor becomes memory, creating a dining experience that stays with you long after the last bite.
What's On
Gather around the fire for what's happening at 226.
Business Lunch
Make lunch an occasion. Enjoy our Business Lunch set menu for $45 for two courses or $55 for three courses.
Curtain Call
Begin your evening with a fire-driven dining experience at Restaurant 226. Thoughtfully designed for theatre-goers, our Pre-Theatre Menu offers a curated selection of signature dishes served within a comfortable timeframe before your performance. Enjoy our Curtain Call pre-theatre set menu, $79 for two courses or $99 for three courses. Pre-order required.
Wednesday Steak by the Fire
$55 chef's selected wood-fired steak, full restaurant portion, served with fries or house salad. Available Wednesday only, until sold out.
Our Story
Set within Invicta House on Flinders Lane, Restaurant 226 occupies a space rich in Melbourne's history — from silk factory to Victoria Police to backpackers' hostel — now reborn as a sanctuary where industrial legacy meets contemporary elegance.
226 is where fire speaks. Tucked beneath Flinders Lane, Restaurant 226 is a subterranean space where the city fades and flame takes over.
Here, steel meets stone. Leather meets smoke. Every detail, from the raw textures to the low glow of embers, reflects our obsession with fire. This is not just a kitchen. It's a chamber of transformation.
The name 226 (II.II.VI) is more than a number; it's rhythm, form, and precision. A nod to the old ways, reimagined with modern intent.
