The new Southeast Asian eatery fires up Koornang Road with bold flavours, vibrant cocktails and spinning vinyl.

Tyga is now open and fully active on Koornang Road, bringing a surge of energy to Carnegie’s dining scene. The new restaurant, created by restaurateur Tommy Tong, takes its cues from the heat and rhythm of 1970s Bangkok. It offers a space where smoke, spice and vinyl beats set the tone for a dining experience that feels nostalgic and modern at the same time.

Retro energy shapes the Southeast Asian vision

The venue draws inspiration from a classic Bangkok lounge room. The lights stay low, the cocktails flow, and the scent of sambal drifts through the room. Guests step into a space that feels playful and stylish, backed by a menu from Culinary Director Esca Khoo.

His background includes time at renowned kitchens such as Noma Sydney, Dinner by Heston and Miss Mi. This experience has shaped a menu that moves with confidence. The dishes are bold and fun, and they draw from the street food culture that defines much of Southeast Asia. In addition, the open wood-fired grill gives the venue its signature smoky backbone.

Standout dishes bring punch and personality

Tyga’s menu features creative twists, vibrant flavours and a steady pulse of heat. Diners will see dishes such as:

• Tom Yum Burrata with king prawns, heirloom tomatoes and Yaowarat donuts infused with tom yum
• Borneo Hinava, a swordfish ceviche with sea grapes, coconut, green mango and calamansi dressing
• Grilled Snapper with turmeric cider butter and a fennel dill salad
• Malt + Choc = Milo, a dessert with Milo cake, Milo crumble, dark chocolate ganache, malted cream and caramel

Each dish has a sense of fun, and many deliver a hit of spice without losing balance.

A fit out inspired by 1970s style and effortless cool

The interior has been created by Brandworks, a design agency known for strong visual storytelling. The description for the venue’s look is “stylo milo”, a Singaporean phrase for something effortlessly cool. As guests enter, they move past a glowing amber glass screen that softly separates the dining room from the street outside.

Cherry-wood panels line the walls and pair with olive leather banquettes. Colour comes through illustrated canvas art that adds life to the space. The vinyl DJ decks sit above the open bar and kitchen on marble counters. Vintage 1974 Yamaha NS-1000 speakers round out the retro look. Creative Director Bambi Patricia guides the atmosphere with a playful edge and a sense of character.

Cocktails with personality

The drinks menu aims to impress with creative combinations and nostalgic touches. The highlight cocktails include:

• Kampung Kopi Negroni with coffee bean gin, Papaya Aperol and vermouth
• Wild Tyga with tom yum mezcal, rhum Agricole, mandarin cucaçao, lime and agave
• Ceylon Alexander with coconut rum, Licor 43, Ceylon tea and cream

There are also 0% mocktails, beers on tap, wines by the glass and soft drinks for lighter options.

Tyga brings a new kind of energy to Carnegie

Carnegie already has a strong reputation for great food, and Tyga lifts the street’s offering even further. The mix of smoky flavours, vinyl beats and bold cocktails gives the venue a point of difference. The restaurant feels built for long lunches, late nights, and moments where the experience matters as much as the food.

The restaurant is open for both lunch and dinner across the week, giving locals and visitors plenty of time to settle in and explore the menu.

Restaurant Details

Name: Tyga
Address: 91 Koornang Road, Carnegie VIC 3163
Website: https://tyga.melbourne
Bookings: Available HERE
Opening Hours:

• Monday to Wednesday: Dinner from 5pm to late
• Thursday to Sunday: Lunch 12pm to 3pm, Dinner from 5pm to late