A tradition of excellence in hospitality. We create world-class dining venues, all with a focus on service, design, innovation and experience.
Darling Group is a celebrated leader in the Melbourne hospitality scene, renowned for iconic venues such as Top Paddock, Higher Ground, and The Kettle Black.
Our commitment to exceptional service, innovative design, and unforgettable experiences has made us a favorite among both locals and visitors. Join us at any of our venues and discover why we’re not just part of the industry — we're leading it.
We offer the very best in terms of experience, product and service to our guests.
We lead the way.
At Darling Group, we cultivate a whole new sense of hospitality. We offer the very best in terms of experience, product and service to our guests.
We create and operate a diverse portfolio of restaurants that are best-in-class, relevant and industry-leading through their dynamic design, innovative fare, and our commitment to a superior guest and partner experience. We are obsessed with our craft and we consistently take it to the next level.
We strive for excellence.
We are dedicated to exceptional food, service and hospitality. We value excellence in everything we do and our meticulous attention to detail allows us to set the bar just a little higher every day. A shared passion for excellence is what drives our success.
We back our people.
Hospitality is our craft. Outstanding people make it all happen and we are committed to creating an energised, rewarding and exciting work environment.
We firmly believe in connecting with, and exceeding the expectations of our guests, our team, and our partners. Darling Group’s greatest asset is our people and by creating genuine value in all our relationships, we produce outstanding and dynamic results.
Our values form everything we do. They guide how we work, how we grow, and how our people thrive.
We prioritise a supportive, engaging environment where talent thrives.
We want to provide a friendly, helpful and supportive environment for our staff to learn and progress within their role. Work hand in hand with the best talent in the industry.
True to our core, we redefine hospitality with every endeavour, pushing the limits of what's possible in service and experience.
Join the crew.
At Darling Group we aim to bring a little magic into the everyday. We are driven to deliver unique and memorable experiences to every person who steps into one of our venues. Our venues offer private dining rooms for smaller groups or exclusive use for a party of hundred. Our events team is standing by to assist with your next event.