Your New Favourite Local Restaurant
Perfect for intimate dinners or group gatherings, our sleek venue on High St is the ideal choice for lunch or dinner in Kew, eastern suburbs Melbourne. Our restaurant is open for lunch, dinner and everything in-between 7 days from 11.30am.
Fresh Pasta & Pizza - View Our Menu
Indulge in Kew’s best woodfired pizza, handmade pasta and more. Dawson is the perfect place to dine with friends and family or host your next celebration.
Situated on High St. Kew,
Dawson is a modern Italian
restaurant and bar serving up
delicious food for lunch,
dinner and everything
in-between.
Dawson opened in 2017 and seats 100 guests in a slick but relaxed dining area with a long bar, a semi-open kitchen and high ceilings with light wells.
Since then, head chef Majid Jreige has been serving both quality interpretations of classic dishes and daring new dishes. Dawson’s menu has had many reincarnations over the years as we always try and keep our menu fresh and exciting for our locals.
Whether it’s a boozy lunch with friends, date night or something more serious; we promise fresh, top quality food and friendly service.
We are eagerly looking forward to welcoming you soon to Dawson Italian Bar and Restaurant.
Let’s Celebrate - Group Bookings & Functions
Got a special occasion coming up? Celebrate in style at Dawson!
Filled with delicious food and great drinks to match, we’re here to make your next event a great day or night out, with minimal stress.
With delicious woodfired pizza and a wide selection of Italian food and wine, your guests are sure to be impressed. Let us take care of the details while you enjoy a memorable experience with your loved ones.
Book Your Next Event
From birthday parties to corporate events and everything in between, our semi-private mezzanine space can accommodate for up to 50 guests seated. For functions and group bookings of 50 - 100 guests, exclusive venue hire is available; please note minimum spend applies for exclusive venue hire.
We believe great food is best served with friends and family so our two food packages are designed to be shared. Both begin with delicious antipasto and small plates followed by either pizzas or meats and sides. We can cater to all dietary requirements - there’s something for everyone to love.
Our drink packages are the perfect addition to any event. Choose from our basic or premium package and enjoy a great selection of wines and beers to keep your guests' glasses full throughout the night. Alternatively, opt for a bar tab where you can set a limit for your guests to enjoy drinks of your choice. Whichever option you choose, our friendly staff will ensure a seamless experience, allowing you to relax and enjoy the celebration.
Custom package requests welcome, please make an enquiry below and one of our friendly team members will be in touch!
Delicious Wines, Beers & Cocktails
Indulge in our carefully curated wine list at Dawson. With an exquisite selection of local and Italian wines, we offer the perfect accompaniment to your dining experience.
From crisp and refreshing whites to bold and rich reds, we have handpicked each bottle to complement our menu of woodfired pizzas and housemade pasta.
Please note we do not allow B.Y.O.
Weekly Specials
Join us at Dawson for our delicious weekly specials that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. From mouth-watering woodfired pizzas topped with premium ingredients to hearty housemade pasta dishes bursting with flavour, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
$15 Marg Monday
Indulge in a zesty Margarita Cocktail or savor a classic Margherita Pizza, for just $15 each!
Mondays from 5pm
$25 Pasta & Vino
Delight your taste buds with our irresistibly cheesy Cacio e Pepe, flavorful Rigatoni, or comforting Ragu, paired perfectly with a glass of our house wine, all for just $25.
Tuesdays from 5pm
$25 Express Lunch
Enjoy your next lunch at Dawson by pairing any of our mouthwatering woodfired pizzas with a refreshing pot of beer or a glass of house wine for just $25.
Every day 11.30am - 2.30pm