LE MÉRIDIEN MELBOURNE:
Where history, hospitality and culture collide.
At 20 Bourke Street, in the heart of Melbourne’s theatre district, sits a hotel that’s anything but ordinary. Once a cinema, nightclub, and live music venue, Le Méridien Melbourne now blends its dramatic past with modern luxury- offering something far richer than just a city stay.
Since opening, the hotel has become a cultural hub for locals and travellers alike. With nods to mid-century design, a rooftop scene inspired by the Riviera, and a food and beverage lineup that’s quietly shifting the dial, Le Méridien is rewriting the script on what a hotel experience in Melbourne can be.
A big part of that experience is DOLLY, the moody, subterranean bistro helmed by Executive Chef Hervé Borghini. With seasonal dishes, French technique, and a sense of theatre (tableside Bombe Alaska, anyone?), the restaurant reflects the hotel’s creative, confident spirit.
Upstairs, INTERMISSION transforms from a bright Axil-fuelled café by day into a low-lit wine bar by night—home to a cult-favourite Monthly Wine Club that’s as much about storytelling as it is about sipping.
At Chef’s Hat, we’re proud to support Le Méridien’s food and beverage team with a wide range of tools, tableware and professional advice. “Service, quality and consistency matter in a hotel like this,” “Chef’s Hat gets that—and makes it easy.”
Whether it’s kitting out the open kitchen at DOLLY or sourcing just the right stemware for LE SPLASH—the rooftop’s sun-soaked cocktail and gelato bar—our team has worked closely with the hotel to bring its vision to life, one curated detail at a time.
With immersive dining, thoughtful design, and a genuine appreciation for culture, Le Méridien Melbourne is setting a new benchmark for hotel luxury in the city—and we’re thrilled to be part of the journey.
NOTTING HILL HOTEL:
A Southeast staple done right.
In Melbourne’s southeast, the Notting Hill Hotel- known affectionately as The Nott, is a venue that pairs heritage with hospitality. With warm service, consistently good food and drinks, and one of the best beer gardens in town, it’s no wonder the venue was named AHA’s Best Pub 2024, alongside a three-year run as Best Retail Liquor Outlet.
Locals love The Nott for its versatility. Whether it’s a steakhouse dinner, a casual pizza in the courtyard, or live music in the beer garden, the venue caters to every kind of guest, and keeps them coming back.
At the core of The Nott’s success is a team that values reliability and speed. That’s where Chef’s Hat steps in.
“We’ve worked with Chef’s Hat for years,” the team shares. “They’re dependable, they know hospitality, and they just get what we need.”
Chef’s Hat supplies The Nott with everything from steak knives and tableware to signage and cleaning gear. With next-day delivery and responsive support, the relationship ensures smooth service front and back of house.
The venue’s design blends vintage charm with modern comfort—timber textures, heritage touches, and spaces that flex with the seasons. Out back, the beer garden- with its custom-built smoker, heated Pavilion, and live events- remains the heart of the venue.
Across every plate, pour, and guest interaction, The Nott upholds a high standard. And behind the scenes, Chef’s Hat is proud to support the venue with tools that keep pace with its success.
Timeless yet always evolving, Notting Hill Hotel remains a local icon—and a great example of what happens when good people, good service, and the right partners come together.