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Our Top 6 Picks Of The Melbourne International Comedy Festival

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is back again for its 33rd year and we understand that the choices can be overwhelming when it comes to deciding on who you’re going to see… So we’ve done the hard yards for you and have chosen 6 of our top comedy acts of...

This New Hawthorn Eatery is Turning Heads with Loaded Parmas & 40+ Local Craft Beers

If you’ve been tirelessly searching for the best parmas in Melbourne then check out this new contender to the game. Located on Glenferrie Road is Parmas & Pints; it’s a charming restaurant and bar that’s only recently popped up but is slowly and surely creating a name for itself. Walking in...

A Japanese-Inspired Menu Is Taking Over Belles Hot Chicken For 12 Days Only

Take a 12-day virtual trip to Japan at Belles Hot Chicken with a limited time menu featuring authentic Japanese flavours with a twist. Having deeply explored Japan and its culinary creations, one dish keeps Chef Morgan McGlone going back for more. The katsu sandwich. Traditionally made with juicy pork cutlets...

There’s A Vegan 7-course Thai Banquet Coming That You Do Not Want To Miss

It’s back – and better than ever! BangPop’s famous 7 course Thai banquet is happening again… and yep, it’s all vegan. Found in the heart of Melbourne, BangPop brings flavourful, Thai dishes to life in South Wharf, with pink sunset skies and waterfront views. This funky restaurant adopts a chilled...

PSA: The Vic Night Markets Are Now Hosting A European Street Party For A Limited Time

Surprise! Wednesday nights at the Vic Markets are about to get a whole lot better, with European themed stalls and entertainment. It promises an abundance of vibrant European flavour and fun, and celebrates Europe’s unique characteristics, cultures and traditions. Launching on the 10th April until the 8th May, you can...

The Top Events To Help Plan An Epic Labour Day Weekend

We think a 3 day weekend is something to get excited about, especially when there’s so many amazing events happening around our beautiful city. Here, we’ve devised a list of all the best ways to spend the Labour Day Long Weekend that’ll have you savouring every moment. Sunday Sessions at...

Everyone’s Favourite Mexican Restaurant Is Holding a Pop Up Rooftop Cinema Until The End Of March!

In Mexico “fonda” translates to a home that has been opened up to the community and serves up delicious food that is made with love. This was the ethos behind creating restaurant Fonda Mexican, according to its founders Tim McDonald and Dave Youl. All Mexican lovers know and adore Fonda;...

Join this American inspired Prahran bar for a month of March Madness!

Located in the heart of Prahran and on vibrant Greville Street is American inspired bar and restaurant, White Oaks Saloon. Named after the New Mexico town White Oaks, this bar brings together a wide range of craft beers, wines, spirits and cocktails that are unique to the USA. If this...

PSA: Serotonin Eatery Just Dropped A Brand New Menu Guaranteed To Put A Smile On Your Dial

Welcome to Serotonin Eatery, a place where happiness is the main priority. The menu is carefully curated to help promote the release of serotonin, a chemical in the brain that plays such an important role within the body, affecting mood, appetite, digestion, bone health, sleep and even sex. The owner behind...

These Are The Top 6 Free Events You NEED To Attend At The Melbourne Food & Wine Festival

The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival is back for its 27th year and there are over 250 events happening all over Melbourne and Victoria from March 8th until the 24th. The choices are overwhelming and some are quite expensive, so if you’re not the kind of person that can fork...

This Enchanting Bar in Windsor is Serving Fairy-Tale Themed Cocktails on its New Menu

Well known and well loved, The Woods of Windsor is a unique bar in comparison to its competitors on Chapel St due to the feeling it ignites within you; it’s as if you’ve been transported to a speakeasy in the 1930’s and you should be removing your fur coat to...

The Hidden Speakeasy You Didn’t Know About In South Yarra’s Jam Factory

Time for Storytime kids; Once upon a time, many moons ago, prior to the entertainment and shopping complex it’s known as today and even before it began churning out jars of sweet preserved fruit goodness, good ole Jam Factory on Chapel St served as a brewery for the first 20...

This Award Winning Japanese Restaurant Is Holding Weekly BYO Nights!

“It’s BYO!” is usually a statement your mate posts as their ‘Party’ event status or something you text your buddies to let them know your fav’ Japanese restaurant is holding epic deals. But it is no longer exclusive to house parties and china town. Over the summer time period, award...

An All You Can Eat Insta-Worthy Japanese Eatery Has Landed In Prahran

Get excited because the team that brought you Café Lafayette, is bringing us something bigger, better and absolutely Grand! Grand Lafayette is here and is making one big statement. Your favourite brunch dishes are getting a cheeky little makeover at Grand Lafayette as they’re infused with Asian flavors that will...

Expect French Indochina Cuisine At This New Rooftop Restaurant & Bar In The CBD

Red Piggy is Melbourne’s newest and most exciting rooftop restaurant and bar located on the corner of Swanston Street and Little Bourke Street in Melbourne’s CBD. It’s delicious, it’s affordable and most importantly, it’s instaworthy (maybe not most importantly, but you get what we’re saying). Red Piggy opened its doors...

Get Ready for a Boozy Brunching Bonanza at The Emerson

Just when you thought brunch couldn’t get any better, The Emerson goes and one ups every other brunch offer in the game with their Bottomless Cocktail Brunch. Yes that’s right you heard us, ‘cocktail brunch’! This time the classic mimosas won’t be the only thing on the menu. Every Saturday...

Make your NYE a Starry one on the rooftop of The Albion!

For the very first time ever, The Albion and Grey Goose are inviting you to ring in the new year with them at their Starry Night New Year’s Eve bash!   This party is expected to be absolutely huge, and with the packages they’ve got on offer, you’ll soon see...

Mark This 1-Day Gin Festival On Your Calendar ASAP!

There’s an old saying. When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. Well we beleive in the updated version of this adage; when life gives you lemons (or limes in this case), you make a gin and tonic. And apparently we’re not the only ones who feel this way, cause...

The Vic Markets Is Putting Together a Jolly Christmas Market This December

It’s that time of year again! Santa Claus is on his way, everyone is trying to get on his good list and you better believe he’ll be checking it twice. Christmas is our favourite time of year and we love getting into the festive spirit, and so does the Queen...

A Canadian Themed, Outdoor Ice Skating Rink Is Coming To Melbourne For The First Time Ever

Never seen before but coming soon, Melbourne is welcoming its first summer ice rink for Christmas! Air Canada have partnered with the Queen Victoria Market for the Air Canada Ice Rink from the 1st to the 24th of December 2018. All market shoppers will be invited to get their skates...

Win 1 x Double Pass to St Kilda’s Outdoor Cinema!

The perfect summer night has got to be cuddling up with a friend or partner, drinking a bottle of wine, and watching the latest blockbuster hit. That already sounds amazing, but what if I then told you, you could do all that but in the twilight atmosphere of an outdoor...

Your Guide To What’s On This Week

It’s that time of year again, where the weather gets hotter, holidays are a little longer and theres plenty to do and plenty to see. We know it can get stressful to manage life in this period, but fret not dear friends! We’ve compiled a list of the top things...

Snatch an express lunch at this top Prahran steakhouse for just $30

$30 doesn’t sound like a lot of money, especially when it comes to ordering a hearty meal at Melbourne’s top restaurants. But never fear, Angus & Bon are here! And they come bearing a wonderful lunch deal that you ought to try before it’s too late. On Thursdays and Fridays,...

Our Top Picks You Have To See At Melbourne Music Week This Year

It’s that time of year again, where Melbourne hosts a nine-day celebration in honour of the city’s world-renowned music scene. Melbourne Music Week 2018 is held from the 16th to the 24th of November and features intimate, interactive experiences in non-traditional venues to headline performances at the State Library of Victoria, Melbourne...

Calling all Jerry and Elaine wannabes, The Millhouse is doing Seinfeld Trivia!

Question time. What is the name of George Costanza’s alias? What is Kramer’s first name? And what two moves does Elaine’s dancing consist of? If you knew the answers to any or all of these questions, your time to shine has come my friend! The Millhouse is the name, and...

This Riverside Restaurant is Putting a Spin on your Fave White Wine

If your palette has not yet been matured to the tastes of a smooth red, and you exclusively drink whites much to the dismay of your wine-snob friends, wine-not (pun game on point) try this brand new concoction from the geniuses over at The Boatbuilders Yard? It’s called the Freezling...

Step Back in Time at this Hidden Speakeasy in Melbourne’s CBD

Let’s do the time warp again! This time, we’re taking it all the way back to New Orleans in the 1940’s, a time that the folks over at Beneath Driver Lane are dedicated to preserving and keeping alive. With its French inspired bar food, speakeasy vibes and live blues music,...

Best Venues in Melb to ho ho hold your next Christmas Function

Can you smell the chestnuts roasting? Can you hear the carolers singing? Can you taste that sweet sweet taste of Christmas pudding? Neither can we cause Aussie’s don’t really do that stuff BUT nevertheless the Christmas season will soon be upon us! And that means lots and lots of Yuletide...

Here are the Most Un-pho-gettable Stalls at this Year’s Night Noodle Market

It’s almost that time of year again. No not Christmas silly, the Night Noodle Market is coming back to town! Every year hoards of hungry Melbournians swarm Birrarung Mar which has been transformed into a bustling Asian food extravaganza, all for a mouthful of some of the city’s tastiest, trendiest and...

This CBD Bar is Throwing a big ol’ Birthday Bash for the Whole Of November

Get pumped guys, Melb’s fave Flinder’s Lane hang out spot, The Mill House, is back at it again! Everyone’s no. 1 spot for late night mischief has been slinging out the good times for 3 whole years now, and to celebrate their 3rd birthday, The Mill House, being the generous...

What’s On Guide: Melbourne Cup Edition

Guys, it’s here. The race that stops the nation is back. But if, like us, you’re sick of those boring family Melb Cup parties and the tired BBQ’s, this list is right up your alley. Why not check out the race on a sunny rooftop bar or during a garden...

Everyone’s Favourite St Kilda Rooftop Bar Is Back With A Brand New Facelift

No longer under construction, Captain Baxter has taken on ‘New Year New Me’ harder than all of us with a fresh new look and kitchen team! The gorgeous St Kilda foreshore warmly welcomes back one of its favourite venues. Captain Baxter – The beachside restaurant and bar has returned with...

Our Top Day Trip Destinations to Escape the City

So it’s been a long year no doubt! The suns finally coming out in Melbs and you’re looking to get out of the city because the traffic has been driving you bonkers and you’re looking for a quick escape. Firstly, same. Secondly, there’s no need to do any research because...

Melbourne’s Creepiest Festival Has Landed In Time For Halloween…

Spooktober is back to rampage the streets of St Kilda for its sixth year! Held at St. Kilda Town Hall, it is open from 4pm until late on Wednesday the 31st of October until Sunday the 4th of November. Last year the festival had 20,000+ visitors, so expect this year...

Delve into 1980’s France at this Melbourne Steakhouse

Experience the taste of France without having to book a flight as there’s a new French Steakhouse in Melbourne you have to try! Garçon Paris Steakhouse is here to set our taste buds alive with their Steakhouse Restaurant. Formerly Entrecôte on Alfred Place, Garçon brings a new edge to French food....

Your Guide To What’s On This Week

October is one hell of a busy month! The weather is finally starting to warm up, spring events are in full swing and summer time isn’t far away! Be sure to check out the cool things you can do in Melbourne this month including the Melbourne’s international arts festival, a...

This Rooftop Karaoke Bar is Having a Monthly Yum Cha Party

The sun is out in Melbs, meaning rooftop bars are a go! And what better way to start spring than with Heroes’ monthly rooftop Yum Cha party! Interested? Yeah us too! The Yum Cha Party starts on October 14th and is guaranteed to give you and your pals a good...

Yummiest Dessert Bars in Melbourne to Sink your Teeth into!

Dentists look away (or look with delight cause this article could potentially get you more business tbh), because we have searched high and low and we have come up with what we think is the list to end all lists; the top 5 yummiest dessert bars in Melbourne to sink...

What’s On Guide: Oktoberfest Edition

Can you believe it’s already October? The year has flown by, but the good news is that October means Oktoberfest. So if you love putting on your lederhosen and drinking bier with your mates, October is surely your favourite month. Here are all the exciting, upcoming Oktoberfest events near you!...

Everyone’s favourite Richmond bar is throwing a week long party!

The folks over at The National Hotel in Richmond are inviting people from near and far to come boogie with them John Travolta style at their week-long celebration and launch of their new dining room this spring! The pan-Asian pub is located in the heart of Melbourne’s little Vietnam, on Victoria...

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Melbourne’s Top 30 Venues For Hire

It’s that time of year again! Whether it’s a birthday, Christmas, wedding, engagement party, corporate dinner, networking event (dare we go on?)… Hidden City Secrets have you set with our guide to the 30 best event spaces in Melbourne! Go crazy! CBCo Brewing  Port Melbourne Located

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Melbourne’s Top Date Night Spots

It’s date night again, but this time we’re here to help. With so many bars and restaurants to choose from, date night might start to feel more daunting than it needs to be. So we’re here to simplify it! Here, find our selection for the sleekest, most romantic Melbourne spots that are

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The True Blue Aussie Landscape Beckons At This Hidden Gem!

Venues don’t get more picturesque than this. Setting itself apart from the bars and restaurants of Melbourne is The Boathouse, right on the banks of the Maribyrnong River. A less than thirty minute drive from the CBD promises to land you in a snapshot of Australia’s stunning natural landscape, hos

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