Longrain Melbourne

Set inside a sprawling 1900s converted horse stable—a high-voltage space buzzing with electric energy—Longrain is a masterclass in modern aharn Thai. The kitchen brilliantly clashes traditional Southeast Asian aromatics against pristine Australian produce. Banquet-loving gourmands pack the spacious communal tables for punchy, unapologetic flavor profiles. The move here is to start with the khong wang—brilliant little betel leaves loaded with scallop—before diving into the textural triumph of Yum Kao Tod. Frequent diners point straight to the spectacular crispy whole fish and deeply fragrant beef red curry as undisputed heavyweights. It’s loud, it’s lively, and the cocktails hit just right. A fiercely flavorful, contemporary Thai feast primed for high-energy celebrations.