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Sonia Nair

Critic · Journalist — Melbourne bars and restaurants; books and arts criticism.

writes Time Out Melbourne's signed, star-rated bar reviews under the masthead's stated policy of paying its own bills (Black Kite Commune, four stars, October 2024); a Melbourne critic and essayist.

Their own reviews and picks.

Their own judgment, in their own words, by the piece it appeared in.

• Time Out Melbourne, three stars (Sonia Nair) ↗their review · 2024-12-04
  • Carnation CanteenFitzroy

    “while there's much to love here - the beautiful decor, the unhurried feel, certain standout dishes - refinements to both service and substance will ensure Carnation Canteen's offering catches up to its style.”

• Time Out Melbourne, five stars (Sonia Nair) ↗their review · 2024-08-21
  • Lagoon DiningCarlton

    “I'd argue Lygon Street stalwart Lagoon Dining - outlier in a sea of Italian restaurants - is the best of them.”

• Time Out Melbourne, four stars ↗their review · 2023
  • Black Kite CommuneCBD

    “Moody, intimate and tastefully lit, Black Kite Commune is the latest addition to the illustrious Russell Place”