Since opening its doors in 2011, Hyderabad Inn has accumulated a strong loyal following, attracting Footscray locals and visitors with a selection of traditional Indian and Indo-Chinese cuisine. A vibrant, spacious venue fitted out with electric blue upholstered chairs, colour...
A privately owned Australian company, The BluePod Coffee Company has your caffeine cravings under control with a range of coffee machines, accessories and coffee alternatives. BluePod will assist in your machine choice, suggesting different machines based on your d...
Within easy reach of Melbourne’s CBD yet far enough to get away from it all, Quest Caroline Springs Serviced Apartments feel like a 4 star home away from home. Accommodation here ranges from studios to one and two bedroom apartments, all sty...
Offering panoramic views of the Yarra River from within The Langham Hotel Melbourne, Melba Restaurant is dining in luxury. The space is lavishly decorated yet welcoming, while Melba’s buffet offers a melting pot of international flavours incorporating the best of fresh, sea...
All meat lovers uninspired by meat free dishes, and vegetarians frustrated by limited menus: prepare to be enlightened by Enlightened Cuisine in Southbank. Dining for pleasure, not just sustenance, is this restaurant’s philosophy and it pervades both the smart, relaxed ...
Just as tasty as it sounds, Chocolate Buddha is an upbeat, modern addition to Melbourne's diverse dining scene, specialising in modern Japanese cuisine fused with a traditional twist. With its straight lines, blond wood and open design there's a contemporary, zen-like e...
Specialising in authentic Korean barbecue, Myung-Ga Madang is a Melbourne eatery bringing a taste of the east to the streets of the west. Ascending the plush red stairwell, patrons find themselves immersed in Myung-Ga Madang's warm and unique vibe, highlighted by black,...
Nestled in the beautiful countryside of Musk, just outside Daylesford, Passing Clouds Winery has been producing some of Australia’s most celebrated wines since 1974. Father and son winemakers Graeme and Cameron Leith embrace the age old traditions of Burgundy in harve...
With a colourful history dating back to 1858, South Melbourne’s Water Rat Hotel has evolved into an exceptional restaurant, bar and function venue. While it still has a cosy pub atmosphere and excellent service, the place has gone up a few notches in terms of style...
It’s no surprise to find Veraison Restaurant @ Bluestone Lane in Merricks North recognised as one of Victoria’s outstanding culinary destinations. Set on the breathtaking Mornington Peninsula, Bluestone Winery offers a charming and picturesque setting, along w...
Flaming wok dishes, glistening fresh seafood, desserts of every shape and form, pasta homemade with love – and that’s just the start of Paesano International Buffet, recently opened in Wheelers Hill. A typical buffet restaurant Paesano is not; offering an ev...
When done well, Cantonese cooking is simple, elegant, subtle yet vibrant; to Elwood’s Madame Wu, this is no secret. Madame Wu is a casually refined departure from the Chinese restaurant norm – a stylish modern blend of oak tabletops and black leather seating softened by homey, delica...
A Mordialloc icon for more than 20 years, Windows on the Bay offers exquisite beachside dining with stunning views over Port Phillip Bay. Stylish, open and inviting, the restaurant is surrounded by floor to ceiling windows capturing the views to magnificent effect. Simi...
The Apollo Bay Hotel is located right in the heart of Apollo Bay, along the breathtaking Great Ocean Road. The Hotel includes a main bar, bistro area, a fantastic al fresco dining area, and beer garden overlooking the spectacular bay and foreshore. The bistro menu offers a ...
It’s easy to see why Chez Olivier Le Bistro, in the heart of Greville Village, Prahran, is one of Melbourne’s best loved French restaurants. Everything about it, from the warm, inviting décor and regular art exhibitions to the friendly service, exudes a romantic charm t...
A grand Victorian style pub dating back to 1870, The Avoca Hotel is a gem in Victoria's Central Highlands combining historic charm with a modern twist. The refurbished Avoca Hotel has a cosy vibe, with warm lighting, comfortable furnishings and contemporary fittings making it an ide...
Dining at SkyHigh Mount Dandenong, perched high in the Dandenong Ranges, is nothing short of breathtaking. Unparalleled views from the Mornington Peninsula across Port Philip Bay to the You Yangs National Park provide an ever-changing backdrop to this stylish venu...
The Rye Hotel serves meals every day and offers a number of choices for dining...From Street Cafe, open for breakfast with light meals or snacks all day to alfresco dining on the cafe balcony. In the Terrace Bistro the culinary delights created by our highly qualified chefs provide a...
It could be said that the owners at Tokar Estate Restaurant are ‘living the dream’ at their Yarra Valley venue, so take a seat, enjoy the vineyard views and immerse yourself in Mediterranean magnificence. Tokar Estate's refined and romantic setting showcases the beau...
A funky cafe off the main strip of Ivanhoe, Lip Cafe reels in patrons with a creative smile and free spirited soul. Lip Cafe's simple yet stylish mix of baby blue walls, black tabletops and mismatched chairs give off a bright, homey vibe that’s offset by an artsy edge. On the menu a...

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It’s not just the specialty coffee that has clued-up Kew locals hooked on Ora. Decked out with warm natural hues and furnishings, this innovative little Melbourne café oozes warm, urban style and simplicity. Ora prides itself on its premium coffee, urging customers to return with a vast sele...
Specialising in freshly cooked seafood, Fish Rock Fish 'n' Chippery in Northcote is one takeaway joint that truly delivers. Customers can opt for the traditional takeaway option, or dine in and enjoy table service while seated at bright blue chairs amidst vibrant...
Nestled at the southern end of the Strathbogie Ranges, just outside Seymour, is Rocky Passes Estate – a boutique microwinery and vineyard complete with cellar door, gallery and furniture making studio. A strong artisan ethos runs through every aspect of the estate, particu...
Authentic Nyonya cooking rarely gets more than a brief mention on most menus, which makes Straits Kitchen in Mount Waverley all the more enticing. Formerly Pierre’s Oyster, this smart yet casual restaurant is appropriately named after The Straits region of Malaysia – birth...
Rarely do restaurants cause the kind of buzz surrounding Mr. Hive Kitchen & Bar, new showcase restaurant of Melbourne’s Crown Metropol. Mr. Hive does, and deservedly so; formerly maze by Gordon Ramsay, this handsomely remodelled venue exudes equal parts warmth and sty...
Quaint and quintessential, The Charsfield Restaurant is found inside Melbourne's iconic and heritage listed Hotel Charsfield on St Kilda Road. Once you’re settled in, pick from the extensive wine list and enjoy the spectacle of the sun setting on the patio. You’l...
Located on Brighton’s bustling Bay Street, opposite the Palace Cinema, Vivace Restaurant is many things – instantly inviting, elegantly understated, and ‘vivace’ (‘lively’) at heart. Warm timber, white linen, open fires and private dining rooms give this cherished local sty...
For great food & atmosphere it’s hard to go past Bomboras Café Bar in Torquay. It is indeed hard to miss this place, with its funky orange decor, relaxed outdoor seating & easygoing vibe that carries through from early ’til late. Service is friendly and efficient while the ...
Earning itself lots of kudos in Mornington is Café Kudos, opened in early 2012. Warm chocolate tones lend a cosy, inviting feel to Café Kudos and also hint at its star attractions – rich Toby’s Estate coffee and a decadent range of desserts, among them handcrafted chocolates and...
It’s not just the setting – a stately 1920s Upper Beaconsfield property presiding over five acres of gardens – that makes Glendower Kartoffelhouse & Restaurant memorable. This restaurant oozes warmth and charm inside and out, courtesy of countr...
Tucked in amongst the shops on Kooyong's main strip, Cumin Thai offers a warm welcome, hearty cuisine and a neat getaway from the streets of suburban Melbourne. Warmly lit and smartly decorated with modern black furnishings, Cumin Thai gives off a welcoming vibe and so do its tradi...
Like a beacon on Ballarat’s dining scene is Asahi Japanese Restaurant, whose name appropriately translates as ‘rising sun’. Simple, elegant and casual, it brings a refreshing hint of the exotic to local palates. Asahi was the first place in town to offer fresh sush...
Perched on the Yarra River at Southbank, The Langham, Melbourne sits in the heart of the city’s arts and cultural precinct. Lavish in both style and comfort and internationally renowned for its luxury facilities and professional service, The Langham exudes sophisticat...