Obsidian Reserve
Candlelit dining room with dark wood tables and brass details at Epicurean Studio

Gallery

A Nocturne in Gold and Shadow

Step inside Epicurean Studio, where candlelit tables, dark wood, and burnished gold create an atmosphere of quiet luxury. The gallery captures the venue's dual identity: modern Australian dining and an exclusive poker salon. Photography emphasises shadow, texture, and warm amber light rather than bright, sterile interiors.

Level 1, 123 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Dining Room Gallery

Our dining room is a study in understated elegance: dark timber, soft candlelight, and tables set with precision. The space is designed for intimate conversations and lingering meals. Modern Australian cuisine is served with a focus on seasonal produce and craft presentation. The restaurant is open for dinner service; reservations are directed to the official booking page.

Close-up of a fine dining table setting with polished dark wood, ivory linen, and a single candle
A Table for Two — Candlelight flickers across polished wood and ivory linen, creating a private world for each table. The composition focuses on the table setting, emphasising detail and texture.
Chef's hands plating a dish at the kitchen pass, framed by brass rails
The Chef's Pass — A glimpse of the kitchen pass reveals the precision behind each dish, with brass rails and focused hands. Warm light highlights the movement and detail of plating.

VIP Poker Salon Gallery

18+

Beyond the dining room lies a private poker salon, where green baize tables and low lighting create an air of focused exclusivity. The salon is reserved for guests aged 18 and over, in accordance with Australian responsible gambling standards. Private poker tables offer an intimate setting for serious play.

Close-up of a poker table's green baize surface with chips and cards
The Green Baize — A close-up of the poker table reveals the texture of the felt, the weight of the chips, and the quiet intensity of the game. Low lighting and deep shadows enhance the sense of privacy.
Burnished gold poker chips and playing cards on a dark table
Chips and Cards — Burnished gold chips and crisp cards catch the light, symbolising the stakes and the craft of the game. The composition avoids showing faces or identifying details to maintain privacy.

Craft Spirits & Cellar Gallery

Our cellar is a curated collection of craft spirits, displayed behind glass and lit to showcase the amber hues of aged whiskies and small-batch gins. The spirits program complements the dining experience with rare and local Australian distillations. The cellar's design uses dark wood and brass to echo the dining room's aesthetic.

Row of crystal glasses filled with spirits ranging from pale gold to deep amber on a dark wooden bar
Amber Glassware — A row of crystal glasses catches the light, each filled with a different spirit, their colours ranging from pale gold to deep amber. The composition uses shallow depth of field to focus on the glasses.

Reservation

The gallery offers only a glimpse. Reserve your table or poker seat to experience Epicurean Studio in person. Reservations are directed to the official booking page. Poker salon access is strictly 18+ and subject to availability.

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