The General Assembly has fired up its Josper charcoal grill and launched a new elevated pub menu just in time for the warmer months. Curated by Head Chef Jin Choi, the refreshed lineup takes classic Australian pub fare and infuses it with playful Southeast Asian flavours, creating a menu that’s both familiar and delightfully unexpected.
Expect pub staples with a twist – think loaded hot chips topped with kimchi mayo, house-made beef dim sims with chilli vinegar and soy, and potato cakes served with chilli jam. For something lighter, there’s cured Hiramasa Kingfish with perilla leaf dressing or a pan-fried snapper fillet dusted with Korean chilli powder, a nod to Chef Jin’s Korean heritage and his love for balanced heat and bold flavour. Each dish benefits from the Josper grill’s distinctive smoky char, adding depth and texture to meats and vegetables alike.
With a culinary résumé spanning Coda, Spice Temple, Cutler & Co., and Lollo at W Melbourne, Chef Jin brings refinement and creativity to the Yarra’s most stylish gastropub. Pair your meal with the Victorian Beer Flight, featuring a mix of celebrated and boutique brews from across the state, and soak up views of Melbourne’s bustling South Wharf.
Whether it’s a long lunch after shopping at DFO, a pre-conference bite, or an easy-going dinner by the water, The General Assembly’s new menu offers a flavour-packed evolution of pub dining – one that celebrates local produce, global inspiration, and a touch of smoke.
The General Assembly, 29 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf
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