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Celebrating Culture Through Food – “Order Up!” Exhibition Opens at the Immigration Museum

We’re proud to share that the exhibition is now on display at the Immigration Museum Melbourne , celebrating how food connects people, cultures, and communities across Australia. While the exhibition opened to the public in October , the official celebration event took place on Monday, 3 November , bringing together artists, restaurateurs, and community representatives to honour the stories behind this meaningful project. Featuring 33 restaurants and eateries from across Mel

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Nov 52 min read

An Unbelievable Honour: Otakoï is a Finalist in The Age Good Food Guide Awards!

We are still trying to find the words. On Monday 27th, at the 45th The Age Good Food Guide Awards, we were overcome with emotion and gratitude. We are so incredibly humbled and proud to announce that Otakoï Ukrainian Restaurant was named a Finalist for the "Critics' Pick" Award! To receive this recognition after being open for just three months is something we never could have dreamed of. When we opened our doors, our mission was simple: to create a warm, welcoming space to s

Oct 291 min read

More Than a Meal: Otakoï is Honoured to be Part of a New Museums Victoria Exhibition!

We've always believed that a restaurant is more than a place to eat - it's a community hub, a cultural embassy, and a keeper of stories. Today, we are bursting with pride and gratitude to announce that the story of Otakoï Ukrainian Restaurant is being shared in a very special way. We are incredibly honoured to be featured in the Immigration Museum's new exhibition, " Order Up: A City Fed by Many Cultures ." This beautiful exhibition is a collaboration between Melbourne-based

Oct 212 min read

A New Story Begins: Announcing Our Next Chapter

Since we first opened the doors to Otakoï Ukrainian Restaurant, our greatest joy has been sharing the warmth, tradition, and heart of Ukrainian hospitality with you. Your incredible support has filled our restaurant with life and turned it into a true community. Now, we're ready to show you what happens after dark. We are so incredibly excited to give you the first glimpse into our next chapter: a new, modern bar, coming soon to Windsor. While Otakoï is the heart of Ukrainian

Oct 201 min read

Start Your Day the Ukrainian Way: Introducing Breakfast at Otakoï!

The mornings on Chapel Street are about to get a whole lot cozier. We've always been passionate about sharing the soulful flavours of Ukraine for lunch and dinner, and now, we are so excited to invite you to start your day with us. We are thrilled to announce that Otakoï Ukrainian Restaurant is now open for breakfast! A New Morning Ritual Join us Tuesday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM , for a new morning ritual. Whether you're on your way to work or looking for a quiet m

Oct 202 min read

Your Otakoï Favourites, Delivered! Otakoï Delivery is Back!

You asked, and we listened! We know that sometimes, you crave the comforting, soulful flavours of authentic Ukrainian cuisine from the comfort of your own home. That’s why we are so thrilled to announce that delivery from Otakoï Ukrainian Restaurant is officially back! We’ve partnered with Uber Eats and Menulog to bring the best of our modern Ukrainian menu delivered fresh to your door. Whether it’s a hearty lunch to power through your workday or a special dinner to share

Oct 201 min read

The Story Behind Our Plates: Discovering Pokutska Ceramics at Otakoï

You may have noticed some beautiful new additions to our tables over the past couple of weeks. After a long journey from Ukraine, our new Pokutska Ceramics have settled into their home here at Otakoï, and now, we want to share the incredible story behind them. We are so proud to feature authentic Pokutska Ceramics , handcrafted in the historic Pokuttya region of Western Ukraine (the region is now part of the Ivano-Frankivsk oblast in modern Ukraine). Pokutska Ceramics at Ota

Oct 162 min read