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Jubilee on Dorcas
Modern Restaurants

Southbank

Jubilee is South Melbourne's newest local. They have a range of areas to dine in, perfect for an intimate date night, sipping a few cocktails or a larger group having a business lunch. Whether you're ...

WestWaters
Lakeside Bistros

Caroline Springs

WestWaters Bistro is located within the WestWaters complex, the go-to place for entertainment in the West. Located on the banks of Lake Caroline, dine amongst scenic views with an array of indoor and ...

Eureka 89
Fine Dining Restaurants

Southbank

Situated 300 metres above sea level, Eureka 89 takes fine dining to elevated levels. Their professional team led by award-winning chef, Renee Martillano, will take your senses beyond the scopes of the...

Oriental Teahouse Little Collins St
Unique Laneway Restaurants

Melbourne CBD

Located on Lt Collins St, the Oriental Teahouse is a large neon lit venue with two levels, serving up delicious traditional & modern takes on Chinese food with all of your Yum Cha favourites - eno...

Slate Restaurant & Bar
Modern Restaurants

Melbourne CBD

Slate Restaurant & Bar is located in Melbourne's CBD, providing the perfect setting for lunch or dinner rain, hail or shine. This restaurant has a myriad of spaces including a terrace, rooftop, an...

Danté
Modern Greek Restaurants

Northcote

Danté, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Northcote, invites diners on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Greek cuisine with a contemporary twist. This vibrant Greek fusion restau...

Oriental Teahouse Chapel St
Top Asian Restaurants

South Yarra

You can find a Oriental Teahouse located on the bustling strip of Chapel St. They serve up delicious dumplings and yum cha favourites 7 days a week! With a buzzing, welcoming and warm environment, the...

TELLER
Top Lygon St Restaurants

Brunswick East

Teller's food speaks for itself with a great sharing style menu with some elevated pub classics for all - from a group of friends to that special date night in the cosy front bar. Teller is also the p...

Fonda Mexican Collingwood
Smith St Restaurants

Collingwood

Mi Casa Su Casa Fonda Mexican is a modern and chic chain serving an array of delicious, mouthwatering Mexican food and drink. Inspired by the warm, hearty culture curated by fondas - "La Fonda" is a f...

David’s Restaurant
Best Chinese Restaurants

Prahran

The same way you can lose yourself sitting beside the water in the Chinese countryside, munching on prawns from the morning’s catch, so too can you forget the noise and city lights while feasting at...

Fable
Top Rated Restaurants

Melbourne CBD

Indulge in Fable's contemporary enclosed rooftop bar and restaurant that features an unmissable view of the stunning Melbourne city skyline. Michelin star chef Chef Alex Xinis of Press Club and Funky ...

Frontside Food & Wine
Contemporary Restaurants

Port Melbourne

Frontside Food & Wine is a stunning 1920's red brick building with high ceilings, original iron windows, an open kitchen, and delicate finishes. This former chocolate factory located in stunning P...

Farro
Modern Italian Restaurants

Windsor

For over 10 years Melbourne communities have embraced Farro’s unique organic spelt pizzerias as spaces to come together. Farro offers modern yet authentic Italian cuisine balancing the powerful ...

Bobbie Peels
Modern Northside Pubs

North Melbourne

Bobbie Peels' food is a careful array of house made pastas, of-the-season sides & sharing food. They are located a 5-minute walk to the Queen Victoria Market, which makes for beautiful fresh musse...

Bar Bianco
Romantic Restaurants

Prahran

Bar Bianco is Hawksburn Village's new wine bar serving exceptional food. Heavily influenced by cultures from around the world, Chef Marvin Tan has designed a menu to be shared. Enjoy a two-course midw...

Berth Restaurant
Stylish Waterfront Restaurants

Docklands

If you are after an exquisite contemporary cuisine in the perfect setting, then look no further! Located on the New Quay Promenade in Docklands, Berth restaurant offers picturesque panoramic views fr...

Rice Paper Scissors
Brunswick St Restaurants

Fitzroy

“Throughout all of Southeast Asia it is the food that shapes the culture. It is the passion for their food that I experienced on my very first trip to Asia, which became the inspiration to become a ...

Luxsmith
Modern Asian Restaurants

Seddon

Luxsmith Restaurant is a local Seddon favourite, located on the corner of Charles and Gamon Streets. Is is the perfect culinary destination for those who love Vietnamese & Thai inspired mod-Asian ...

Duke of Edinburgh Hotel
Best Pubs

Brunswick

A well-established Brunswick favourite, Duke of Edinburgh Hotel serves up quality coffee, popular and speciality beers, wines and spirits as well as all of your pub favourites, including parmas, burge...

Butcher & Vines
Stylish Meat & Wine Restaurants

Hampton

Butcher & Vine is Melbourne's premier destination for lovers of good food and wine. As our name suggests, we’re all about celebrating the finest meat, paired with equally fine wines. Our philoso...

Hecho En Mexico
Top Mexican Restaurants

South Yarra

Hecho En Mexico translates to "Made in Mexico". Here, you can spend the summer like a Mexican by taking a seat inside or outside, sharing a jug and some nachos with your amigos. With 11 locations, inc...

Mamma’s Boy Trattoria
Italian Restaurants

Brunswick

Located in Melbourne's north-side, Mamma's Boy Trattoria is a cosy Italian restaurant with constant specials running year round to fill your belly with delicious pasta. The restaurant also features BY...

Sonder
Best Beer Gardens

Bentleigh

Sonder is one of the newer additions to Melbourne’s bayside bar scene, and is the perfect watering hole for locals seeking a go-to that’s closer to home. The huge Bentleigh bar is built in an old ...

Pilgrim
Top Riverside Restaurants

Melbourne CBD

One of Melbourne’s hidden gems tucked away below Federation Square, Pilgrim is an intimate waterfront venue that proudly engages an all-Australian menu. With locally sourced produce and passionate s...

Ciccio Pizza
Authentic Italian Restaurant

Pascoe Vale

Hidden away in the back streets of Pascoe Vale, Ciccio Pizza is the perfect place to enjoy some delicious, traditional wood fired pizzas. This outdoor pizza truck has a large wood fire oven and is com...

A25 Pizzeria
Top Italian Restaurants

South Yarra

‘Pizza is Sexy’ – this is the bold but accurate declaration that greets you as you enter one of Remo Nicolini’s A25 Pizzerias, hung in suitable pink neon. With a pizza menu balancing a combina...

Shop 225
Best Italian Restaurants

pascoe vale

The first certified gluten-free pizzeria in Australia, Shop 225 has gathered a cult following of Melbournians wanting to jump on board its homely Italian ethos and dietary-considerate menu. They speci...

Pentolina Fresh Pasta & Bar
Italian Restaurants

Melbourne CBD

Tucked away just off Little Collins St, this Italian eatery is serving up homemade pasta with a menu abundant with options for those with dietary requirements. Pentolina (Italian for little frying pan...

The Barre
Top CBD Restaurants

Melbourne CBD

The Barre is a sleek space located underneath the Spire at Arts Centre Melbourne. Offering a touch of luxury, a hint of showmanship and a lively pre- and post-show buzz that takes the bar and eatery f...

Hakata Gensuke
Top Japanese Dining

Melbourne CBD

Melbourne is lucky enough to be home to 5 restaurants from the award-winning ramen empire, Hakata Gensuke. Making its Melbourne debut on Russell Street in the CBD, Hakata Gensuke treats customers to ...

Shujinko
24 Hour Dining

Melbourne CBD

Located on Russell Street in the CBD, Shujinko is Melbourne's first 24/7 ramen restaurant. Immerse yourself in Japanese culture as you're welcomed into the restaurant by the friendly staff before tre...

Shop Ramen
Japanese Restaurants

Fitzroy

Shop Ramen is a top North-side noodle destination located on Smith Street in Fitzroy, and on Plenty Road at their newly opened Preston store. Both stores feature simple yet tasty ramen options includi...

No.18 Ramen
Japanese Dining

St Kilda

No.18 Ramen not only serves up delicious noodle soup with branded nori in every bowl, but also has an extensive range of curries, rice bowls and appetizers, as well as Japanese style cocktails to quen...

Kamel
North African & Middle Eastern Restaurant

Albert Park

Found in the heart of Albert Park, this Middle Eastern and North African restaurant is a neighbourhood favourite. Filled with an air of authenticity, Kamel strives to serve the best food in an intimat...

Da Guido La Pasta
Authentic Italian Restaurant

Carlton

Located in the Italian quarter of Lygon Street, Da Guido La Pasta stands out against the rest as a warm, authentic Italian restaurant. Operated by a family with over 40 years of restaurant experience,...

Mister Margherita
Top Pizza Restaurants

South Melbourne

An intimate and humble restaurant, South Melbourne’s Mister Margherita is your next stop when you are craving that warm, hearty Italian pizza. Centrally located in the heart of South Melbourne, Mist...

Mamak
Top Malaysian Restaurants

Melbourne CBD

Three friends named Alan, Clement and Julian started missing their youthful days in Malaysia – when they were eating freshly made Roti Canai, sipping on Teh Tarik and snacking on Satay Skewers. They...

Colonel Tan’s
Best Thai Restaurants

Prahran

Brought to you by Karen Baston, the woman behind The Toff in Town, Magic Mountain and Cookie. Colonel Tan’s offers traditional Thai dishes with an American diner twist. Their Bangkok Bolognaise is a...

Tokyo Tina
Japanese Restaurants

Windsor

From the team who brought you Hanoi Hannah and Sally Saigon, Tokya Tina is playful, fun and create modern Japanese dishes that are to die for! With green tiles that dance on the surface of her bar, so...

Stalactites
Best Greek Eateries

Melbourne CBD

The Konstandakopoulos family has owned and operated Stalactites since 1978. They have been a part of Melbourne's city culture for decades and they aren't about to stop soon. This Greek restaurant has ...

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