A Fresh Take on the Sunday Roast
Rufio in St Kilda is open, active and serving up a new weekly ritual that is impossible to ignore. The team has launched a Sunday roast with a Latin punch, and it is already shaping up to be one of the best value weekend feeds in Melbourne. This fully gluten-free Latin fusion restaurant and rooftop bar has a habit of doing things differently, and this latest addition continues that trend in the best possible way.
Why Rufio’s Sunday Roast Stands Out
This new Sunday roast runs every week from midday until sold out. It is designed for beachside afternoons, lazy catch-ups and anyone hunting good food without blowing the budget.
The offering is simple and generous. Diners choose one of three signature proteins, each one delivering a different hit of flavour.
Signature Protein Options
- Smoke-roasted picanha steak
- Crispy grilled pork belly
- Filet champignon loaf for vegetarian diners
The roast comes with a lineup of sides that make the meal feel well above its price tag. Expect roast potatoes, chipotle pumpkin, charred broccolini, sweetcorn salsa, smoked cauliflower and a gluten-free Yorkshire pudding. Guests can finish it all with bone marrow jus or chimichurri, depending on how bold they are feeling.
A Crowd Pleaser for Every Type of Sunday
The beauty of this menu is that it appeals to both traditional roast lovers and people who want something fresher and brighter. The Latin flavours lift the entire experience, turning a familiar comfort dish into something new. St Kilda locals will likely adopt this as a weekly staple, and anyone visiting for a beach day will have an easy choice for a post-swim feed.
The team at Rufio consistently leans into flavour and creativity without drifting into gimmicks. This roast shows that perfectly. It is comforting but not heavy, modern but not pretentious, and priced in a way that feels refreshingly fair in today’s dining climate.
Fully Gluten Free Dining Without Compromise
One detail that sets Rufio apart is the commitment to delivering a full menu without gluten. The Sunday roast keeps that promise. Every component is naturally gluten-free, not reworked in a way that compromises texture or flavour. That alone will make this a standout option for diners who usually struggle to find a roast that ticks all the boxes.
Perfect for Weekend Guides and Budget Dining Roundups
For anyone building lists on Melbourne dining deals, budget-friendly eats or weekend food specials, Rufio’s Sunday roast deserves a place near the top. Thirty dollars for this amount of food, in a beachside setting, with this level of flavour, is a rare find in the current dining landscape.
Key Details
When: Every Sunday from 12pm until sold out
Where: Rufio, 188 Carlisle St, St Kilda VIC 3182
Price: $30 PP
Bookings: https://www.rufio.co/sunday-roast