# Korean Fusion Burger Joints This Melbourne Burger Restaurant Combines American and Korean Flavors By Rebecca Byers | Published 2016-03-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melbourne-burger-restaurant References: [retaildesignblog.net](http://retaildesignblog.net/2016/03/18/little-oscar-restaurant-and-bar-by-biasol-design-studio-melbourne-australia/) [Little Oscar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-italy-burger) is a restaurant and bar in Melbourne blending American and [Korean](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cote-vegas) flavors with a traditional burger-centric dining experience. Boasting a tactile decor characterized by thick ropes suspended from the ceiling, the space marries industrial, rustic and seafaring themes. Located in the "culinary heart of Brunswick," Little Oscar proposed a challenging space to decorate and configure, given the narrow nature of its layout. The stylish bar and restaurant was realized by Biasol: [Design Studio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loong-noodles), the studio aimed to create a space that maximized flow for customers and staff moving around the space, while also using design to cultivate an environment conducive to interaction between guests. A noteworthy example of Melbourne's flourishing food and beverage culture, Little Oscar is a burger joint to check out if you find yourself in the Australian city. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fusion Cuisine:** Opportunity for restaurants to combine different culinary traditions and flavors to create unique dining experiences. - **Industrial-rustic Decor:** Designers can explore the fusion of industrial and rustic elements to create visually appealing and immersive restaurant spaces. - **Interactive Dining Experiences:** Restaurants can use design and layout to encourage interaction between guests, enhancing the overall dining experience. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants can tap into the growing demand for fusion cuisine and unique dining experiences. - **Interior Design Industry:** Designers can create innovative and visually captivating restaurant spaces by blending industrial and rustic elements. - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels and resorts can incorporate interactive dining experiences to enhance guest satisfaction and differentiate their offering. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Americanized Australian Burger Chains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-harry.md) - [Savory Bulgogi Beef Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulgogi-kimchi-cheeseburger.md) - [Vibrant Food Corner Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/branding-corner-design.md) - [Korean Steakhouse Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cote-vegas.md) - [Revived Modern Burger Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pluto-burger-bar.md) - [Umami-Flavored Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-korean-bbq-charburger.md) - [Bold Bright Burger Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipnfry.md) - [Modern Korean Fast-Casual Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korean-fastcasual-concept.md) - [Modern Smash Burger Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soul-smash-burgers.md)