Named simply after the size of the land, Half Acre is nestled within the booming precinct of South Melbourne. Despite the vast and varied interior, the sense of homeliness and comfort disperses through all corners.

Owners Adam Wright-Smith (ex-Fat Radish, Slikstone NYC), Leigh Worcester and Asaf Smoli (Food & Desire), have plenty of experience in the hospitality industry between them. The trio happened upon the space while driving past, believing the dilapidated building to have potential for their next big project. “We wanted Half Acre to be a really comfortable place for people to enjoy through the food, design and service but above all, the atmosphere,” Wright-Smith says of the concept. “We’ve used experience from our past as well as being inspired by those who are creating unique spaces and experiences in regional areas such as Upstate New York, Stockholm and London.”