The gastronomic heart of the Langham, Melbourne is Melba, a restaurant with all the glamour of the diva, Dame Nellie, for which it's named. Decked out in rich tones of copper, aqua and pearl, the room resembles a grand ballroom, where a large-lunged singer belting out operatic tunes would not necessarily seem out of place. Dining-wise, the restaurant is offering a unique take on the traditional hotel buffet. Rather than putting out predictable platters of wilting food, Melba features rows of miniature kitchens where diners can stroll along, chat with the chefs and have their meals prepared on the spot. Among the options are an Indian tandoori oven, an Asian wok-and-dumpling section, a rotisserie and, of course, mountains of seafood becomingly displayed on backlit ice stands. After a meal, diners might want to snag a corner at the neighbouring Aria bar for a digestive cocktail.
Chef: Anthony Ross
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