Firefighters are currently working to put out a fire at St Kilda's Stokehouse restaurant.

A metropolitan fire brigade spokesman said firefighters were called to the scene at 11:12pm and were working to contain a fire on the ground and first floor.

The fire rages on. Credit:Melle Hatzissavas

He said diners had been safely evacuated from the restaurant.

Thirteen trucks are currently at the scene.