About Montrachet
Montrachet is Brisbane’s most iconic French fine dining restaurant, steeped in tradition and timeless charm. First opened over 20 years ago by the esteemed Thierry Gallichet from Lyon, Montrachet quickly became a beloved institution, capturing hearts from its original home in Paddington.
Following a celebrated transition under acclaimed chef Shannon Kellam to its current home in Bowen Hills, Montrachet now welcomes a new chapter led by Michelin-trained chef Clément Chauvin. Also the owner of Canberra’s award-winning Les Bistronomes, Clément brings a passion for French cuisine, a flair for innovation, and a deep respect for the legacy he inherits.
With big shoes to fill, Clément embraces the challenge—crafting a seasonal menu that blends classical French techniques with the finest locally sourced ingredients.
Guiding the front of house is Remon Van de Kerkhof, whose impressive pedigree includes time at Australia’s top culinary institutions such as Neil Perry’s Rockpool Bar & Grill and Aria Sydney, as well as two- and three-Michelin-starred restaurants in his native Netherlands. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Remon curates a refined and expansive wine list, ensuring each guest experience is seamless, elegant, and memorable.
At Montrachet, we are devoted to creating an unforgettable culinary journey—where every dish is a masterpiece and every meal, a true celebration of French gastronomy.
À très bientôt,
Clément
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands across Australia. We acknowledge the wisdom of Elders past, present and emerging and recognise the positive contribution of First Nations people to the health and wellbeing of our communities through cultural heritage, values and beliefs.
Accolades
2024 Australian Good Food Guide - 2 Chef's Hats
2023 Best French Restaurant in Australia - Restaurant and Catering Association Awards for Excellence
2023 Australian Wine List of the Year Awards - 3 Wine Glasses
2023 Restaurant of the Year - SE Queensland - Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
2023 Best French Restaurant - SE Queensland - Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
2023 Australian Good Food Guide - 2 Chef's Hats
2022 Best French Restaurant in Australia - Restaurant and Catering Association Awards for Excellence
2022 Australian Wine List of the Year Awards - 3 Wine Glasses
2022 Delicious. 100 - People’s Choice Winner Best Restaurant in Queensland
2022 Delicious. 100 Queensland - Best Service
2022 Delicious. 100 - Rank #10
2022 Best French Restaurant - SE Queensland - Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
2022 Australian Good Food Guide - 2 Chef's Hats
2021 Restaurant of the Year - SE Queensland - Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
2021 Best French Restaurant - SE Queensland - Restaurant & Catering Association Awards Excellence
2021 Australian Wine List of the Year Awards - 3 Wine Glasses
2021 Courier Mail Best French Restaurant in Queensland
2021 Brisbane’s Top Restaurants People’s Choice - Rank #3
2021 Brisbane’s Top Restaurant - Rank #8
2021 Australian Good Food Guide - 1 Chef's Hat
2020 Australian Wine List of the Year Awards - 3 Wine Glasses
2020 Restaurant of the Year - Queensland and Northern Territory - Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
2020 European Restaurant of the Year - Queensland and Northern Territory - Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
2020 Chef of the year - Tom Manvell - Queensland and Northern Territory - Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
2020 Australian Good Food Guide - Reader's Choice - French
2020 Australian Good Food Guide - 1 Chef's Hat
2020 National Good Food Guide - 1 Chef's Hat
2019 Best French Restaurant in Australia, Australian National Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence
2019 Delicious. Australia Top 100 - Qld - People’s Choice - Rank #2
2019 Delicious. Australia Top 100 - Qld - Best French
2019 Delicious. Australia Top 100 - Qld - Rank #5
2019 Courier-Mail Food Awards - Service of the Year
2019 Australia Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
- Queensland - Winner - Best European
2019 Australia Wine List of the Year Awards - 2 Wine Glasses
2019 Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide - Top 100 in Australia - 1 Star
2019 Gault & Millau Restaurant Guide - 3 Chef's Hats
2019 Gault & Millau Restaurant Guide - Top 100 Restaurants in Australia, Rank #40
2018 Delicious Australia Top 100 - Qld - Best French
2018 Delicious Australia Top 100 - Qld - Rank #6
2019 National Good Food Guide - 1 Chef's Hat
2019 Australian Good Food Guide - Reader's Choice - French
2019 Australian Good Food Guide - 1 Chef's Hat
2018 Courier Mail Food Awards Chef of the Year - Shannon Kellam
2018 Gault & Millau Restaurant Guide - 3 Chef's Hats
2018 Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide - 1 Star
2018 Australian Good Food Guide - 1 Chef's Hat
2018 National Good Food Guide - 1 Chef's Hat
2017 Gault & Millau Professional of the Year - Clare Wallace
2017 Gault & Millau Restaurant Guide - 3 Chef's Hats
2017 Australian Good Food Guide - 2 Chef's Hats
2017 Brisbane Times Good Food Guide - 2 Chef's Hats
2017 Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide - 1 Star
2016 Australian Good Food Guide - Readers' Choice - French
2016 Australian Good Food Guide - 2 Chef's Hats
2016 Brisbane Times Good Food Guide 1 Chef's Hat
2016 Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide - 1 Star