Blue Diamond Has Reopened in the Melbourne CBD, Serving Modern Japanese Cuisine and Cocktails 15 Floors Up
Serving up late-night entertainment in the heart of the CBD, this high-rise restaurant and cocktail bar has relaunched with a new look and menu.
Following a significant refurbishment, sleek Queen Street spot Blue Diamond has reopened with an elevated new experience fit for its 15th-floor perch above the Hoddle Grid. While its guiding ethos of top-quality cocktails, contemporary Japanese cuisine and a vibrant entertainment program remains, Blue Diamond's new look ensures an even more luxurious offering backed by panoramic city views.
"The venue guides guests through a seamless transition from day to evening and late into the night, featuring a unique blend of signature flavours and entertainment," says Blue Diamond's general manager, Warrence Moorghen. "With an array of performances and resident DJs, it's not just a restaurant, it's a party you don't want to miss."
A new menu is front and centre to this overhaul, and presents traditional Japanese flavours reimagined through a thoroughly modern lens. Starters include oysters with Voir vodka jelly, salmon roe, yuzu sauce or yuzu mignonette, lobster carpaccio and spicy tuna tartare with caviar, chives and nori crisps.
Mains are equally impressive, and showcase a range of high-end ingredients. Expect the likes of M7-M8 wagyu steak, slow-cooked Cape Rim short ribs, grilled miso black cod and teriyaki lamb chops with basil miso.
For those after something a little lighter, there's a range of nigiri, sashimi and flame-seared aburi, all made with fresh-caught seafood. There's also a tantalising selection of sushi rolls — try the spicy tuna packed with bluefin toro tuna, sriracha sesame and scallion, or the hefty toban-yaki, with seared Australian wagyu, fried onion and wasabi mayo.
If you're looking to take your night to the next level, Blue Diamond boasts a private dining room primed for exclusive get-togethers. The room, which also has its own balcony, can accommodate up to 10 guests, offering an intimate spot to savour the venue's inventive Japanese cuisine alongside an array of signature cocktails, sakes and top-tier wines.
Blue Diamond is open Wednesday–Saturday from 5pm–late at Level 15, 123 Queen Street, Melbourne. Head to the venue's website for more information.
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