Frequently Asked Questions

Reservations

  • Reservations can be made online through our website here. We recommend booking in advance, especially for weekends and special occasions.

  • Please check your spam/junk folder first. If you still can't find it, contact us directly via email or phone with your name and booking date, and we'll verify your reservation. Common issues include typos in email addresses or phone numbers during booking.

  • Yes, you will be able to make changes to your reservation via your confirmation email. We'll do our best to accommodate changes, subject to availability.

  • While we can't guarantee specific tables, please let us know your preferences when making a reservation and we'll do our best to accommodate.

  • Groups of 7-10 guests are welcome to make a reservation here. We require groups of this size to dine on the Feed Me Classic Sharing Menu, with optional upgrades available on the night.

    Any groups of 11+, please get in touch with our events team here.

  • We accept walk-ins based on availability, but reservations are strongly recommended, especially for dinner and weekends.

  • Credit card details are required to place all reservations, and no deposit is processed on your card. Should you need to reduce the number of guests or cancel your booking, we require at least 24 hours’ notice to avoid a cancellation fee of $50pp + a 2.95% payment processing fee.

  • Yes, our bar area is available for drinks. Walk-ins are welcome subject to availability.

DINING WITH US

  • Matilda caters for vegetarians, vegans, gluten free, lactose free as well as other allergies & intolerances. Our beef is certified halal, and cannot cater for kosher guests internally.

    While Matilda will endeavour to accommodate requests for meals for guests with food allergies or intolerances; we cannot guarantee completely allergy-free meals due to the potential of trace allergens in the working environment and supplied ingredients.

    Please notify us of any dietary requirements and allergies when making your reservation.

  • Please make note at the time of booking if you plan to bring in a birthday cake for your special occasion. A $5 per person cakeage fee is applicable.

  • Yes, our venue is fully accessible.

  • Yes, children are welcome. Highchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

    We do not have a formal kids menu, but we are happy to modify existing menu items to be more child friendly, for example grilled chicken or steak with potatoes and salad. 

  • Street parking is available on Domain Road, West of Millswyn Street or on Birdwood Avenue – all of which are a short walk from the restaurant.

  • Tram lines 3, 6, 5, 16, 58, 64, 67 and 72 all stop at ANZAC station on St. Kilda Road, about a 10-minute walk from the venue. 

FUNCTIONS

  • Minimum spend varies by room, day, and time. Please contact our events team via the enquiry form here for current pricing and packages.

  • Microphones are available to hire for a fee. Matilda 159 can provide AV quotes via its preferred supplier. External AV must be approved with detailed information submitted to your event manager.

  • If you wish to organise decorations for your event, we will be happy to obtain a quote from our preferred florist, or you can organise your own theming and decorations.

    The request for any additional theming or decorations must be submitted in writing to your events manager for approval at least 7 days prior to the event. Please note we do not allow use of glitter or confetti in any of our spaces.

payments

  • Gift vouchers are available to purchase here, and are valid to use for 36 months from the date of purchase. These gift vouchers are non-refundable, cannot be redeemed for cash, or replaced if lost or stolen.

    Please note that gift vouchers may take up to 24 hours to be valid and may not be redeemable immediately after purchase.

  • We accept all major credit cards. Cash is also accepted.

  • A 10% surcharge is applied to all purchases on Saturdays & Sundays. A 15% surcharge is applied to all purchases on Public Holidays.

other

  • Contact us via phone or email as soon as possible with details of the item, your booking date/time, and where you were seated.

  • We receive high call volumes, especially during service hours. Please leave a voicemail or email us and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

  • Current vacancies are available to view here. Otherwise, send your CV to info@matilda159.com for any roles which aren’t currently advertised.

  • For all marketing and partnership enquiries, please email us at marketing@scottpickettgroup.com.au and a member of our team will be in touch.