Cuisine: Italian
Price: Under $30 Entree & Main
Address: 479 Nicholson St Carlton VIC 3053
Il Carretto Pizza Restaurant is a well known Italian eatery in North Carlton; iconic for its old Sicilian cart sitting at the entrance. This Sicilian theme continues as you step through the door as your whisked away by an enchanting old world charm & alluring ambience. Of particular note are the impressive carts hanging from the ceiling & the walls which are covered with pictures of owner Antonio Aiello with many famous Italian celebrities, including the beautiful Sophia Loren.
Cuisine: Indian
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 131 Church St Brighton VIC 3186
Indian Palace in Brighton is locally famed as ‘one of the best Indian restaurants in Melbourne’. Owner Sarita and her staff go out of their way to make you feel like royalty, spoiling you with amazing service and modern Indian cuisine that is flavoursome, aromatic and rich. Intoxicate your senses in freshly ground spices and delicately applied chilli amounts to fill your mouth with flavour, not fire. Restaurateur Sarita Rahal opened Indian Palace after the success of her Balmain restaurant..
Cuisine: Indian
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 254 Maribyrnong Rd Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Indian Star Restaurant in Moonee Ponds, offers a unique & authentic Indian dining journey; the menu embodies a unique blend of traditional & progressive cuisine. We ensure every dish is carefully harmonised to perfection; creating a visual & flavoursome masterpiece. Each meal is exquisitely presented, with careful consideration to colour, spice and fragrance. The highlight is Reshimi Kebab, Madras Curry and Mixed Vegetable Dhansak boasting exquisite aromas and textures that melt in your mouth..
Cuisine: Modern Australian/Steakhouse
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 250 Upper Heidelberg Rd Ivanhoe VIC 3079
The Ivanhoe Tavern is situated in Upper Heidelberg Road & has been an icon of the Ivanhoe district since 1966. Emilio, the new owner is continuing the tradition of providing wholesome & traditional meals, specialising in tender steaks; however he is now expanding the menu to include sumptuous seafoods & fresh vegetarian fare. For something a little different try Emilio’s unique chevaps (skinless homemade sausages). All meat produce used is organic & there is also a selection of organic wines.
Cuisine: Contemporary
Price: Over $55 Entree & Main
Address: 78 Williams Rd Prahran VIC 3181
Set in a renovated Heritage listed Victorian mansion, the setting and ambience for which Jacques Reymond’s is famous is warm and intimate. Combining French cooking techniques with fresh Australian produce and a hint of Asian influences, the menu created by celebrity Chef Reymond is guaranteed to satisfy the most discerning of palates. All dishes are served as entrée sizes encouraging you to sample a wider selection of dishes and enjoy a multi course meal of many different flavours & sensations.
Cuisine: Seafood/Grill
Price: $40-$55 Entree & Main
Address: Level 1, Crown Towers, 8 Whiteman Street Southbank VIC 3006
Step into the sophistication of JJ's Bar and Grill, with a sumptuous art deco bar and lounge alongside an elegant dining room, plus live entertainment Wednesday – Sunday nights. The talented chefs have created a menu reminiscent of the world’s best Grill rooms, featuring steaks such as Black Angus Sirloin or the famous Wagyu Sirloin. JJ’s is also renowned for its tempting supper menu, available in the lounge until late.
Cuisine: Japanese
Price: Over $55 Entree & Main
Address: Level 3, Crown Towers, 8 Whiteman Street Southbank VIC 3006
Experience the mystique and tranquillity of Koko, featuring fine Japanese cuisine and a stunning interior by internationally renowned designer Tony Chi. The restaurant features teppanyaki and á la carte tables, a sake bar and a sushi bar, as well as tatami and teppanyaki rooms, all overlooking the Yarra River and city skyline. The menu changes seasonally and reflects Chef de Cuisine Allan Koh’s passion for fresh seafood. Enjoy expertly made sashimi and sushi, udon noodles, teriyaki and tempura.
Cuisine: French
Price: $40-$55 Entree & Main
Address: 412 High St Prahran VIC 3181
Diana and her team present La Couronne; a classical French restaurant, conveniently located in Prahan, Melbourne. All ingredients and produce are hand picked, freshly baked or hand made each day, and these menu options can not be found elsewhere in Melbourne. The food is an impeccable blend of traditional and nouvelle cuisine in a charming, intimate setting. Indulge in the traditional opulence of their celestial French pastries, delectable light and fluffy layers of pure bliss..
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 304 Keilor Rd Essendon VIC 3041
Laziza presents a welcoming gleam of exotic class and comfort, a passion for food, relaxation and entertainment. The décor modern and sleek with white ethnic murals that are stretched across the walls, adorned with homely middle eastern authenticity. The menu presents traditional middle eastern cuisine served with a modern perspective, with help from an international chef from Lebanon. Recommended specialty Samkeh Hara (chilli fish) - baked fish fillets laid on top of a bed of rice.
Cuisine: Contemporary Turkish
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 81 Brighton Rd Elwood VIC 3184
Lezzet offers contemporary Turkish fare amongst the vibe of a shopping strip in Elmwood near St Kilda. The menu has familiar Turkish options such as dips, dolmades, lamb kebabs & baklava. The difference is in the quality, freshness, intimate ambience & attention to detail. Their wood-fire oven clad stove provides a delightful flavour to woodfired specialities including Gourmet Pizzas & Ottoman Lamb: Succulent lamb pieces slow cooked to perfection served on our eggplant & bechamel sauce.
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