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Melbourne Modern Australian Restaurants

Atria

Atria

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Brunch in the SkyElevate Every SaturdayIndulge in an iconic Champagne brunch. A refined daytime dining experience celebrating modern Australian cuisine, seasonal produce and panoramic city views from Level 80.
Luci

Luci

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Lunch Set Menu 1, 2 or 3 coursesEnjoy 1 course for $35, 2 courses for $45 or 3 courses for $55. The perfect midday escape.
Oxi Tea Room

Oxi Tea Room

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Carlton

15 Chef Hat Award
Elevating the tea-drinking experience by blending modern and traditional brewing techniques, resulting in an unparalleled fusion of flavours and aromas, head to Oxi Tea Room on Cornell Place in Car...
Limitless at LexyTuesday to SaturdayTurn lunch into a celebration with Limitless at Lexy. From Tuesday to Saturday, 11:30am–3pm, enjoy 90 minutes of bottomless signature cocktails, wines and beers on tap, paired with delicious set fo...
Plough Hotel

Plough Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Footscray

STEAK NIGHTEvery Tuesday from 5 pmHead to Plough Hotel every Tuesday from 5pm for Steak Night. Enjoy a porterhouse served with chips, salad and herb butter for $25, or upgrade to $32 and include a house wine or schooner of beer. A ...
Beverly Rooftop

Beverly Rooftop

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

South Yarra

Golden HourAfter work sessionsJoin us for limited edition $30 food and beverage pairings developed by Head Chef, David Ball and Bar Manager, Rico Deang, and a range of $10 drinks specials every Monday to Friday from 4pm to 6pm ...
Steak Night $35 Every Wednesday!Midweek just got better at Nina's Bar & Dining with Steak Wednesday. Enjoy a 250g Flinders Select rump with pepper jus, or opt for a lion’s mane mushroom steak with vegan jus, both served with chip...
Rustic Elegance, Seasonal FlavoursDining ExperienceAt 1912 Restaurant, we blend history and modern Australian flavours in a setting drenched in natural light, with a unique wine barrel ceiling and rustic winery décor. Whether it’s lunch, dinner or ...
Amaru

Amaru

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Armadale

19 Chef Hat Award
Amaru on High Street in Armadale delivers an experience of excitement, intrigue and intimacy. An amalgamation of words loosely translating to ‘a beautiful place’, the open-concept dining room offer...
Eight-Course Degustation with Wine PairingsChef’s Table ExperienceExperience our Chef’s Table - Eight-Course Surprise Themed Degustation at Life’s Too Short Bar in East Melbourne. Enjoy an intimate, multi-course tasting journey where each dish is crafted around a...
The Clifton Hill Hotel

The Clifton Hill Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Clifton Hill

Steak DayEvery MondayMake Mondays something to look forward to at The Clifton Hill Hotel. Sink your teeth into a perfectly cooked $27 sirloin with golden chips, fresh salad and your choice of sauce, plus a range of ste...
Barklys Hotel

Barklys Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Heidelberg

Mates Rates Monday$20 Bar MealsBecause mates don’t let mates pay full price. Round up the crew and head to Barkly’s Hotel for Mates Rates Monday, where all bar meals are just $20. Think hearty pub classics, cold beers on tap and...
Vue de Monde

Vue de Monde

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

18 Chef Hat Award
Vue de Monde has been synonymous with Melbourne dining for more than 20 years, continuing to present beautiful food that not only appeals to a sense of luxury, but also honesty, integrity and an in...
Comma Food and Wine

Comma Food and Wine

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Moorabbin

Celebrate at CommaEvents, Gatherings & MoreAt Comma, we welcome you for all occasions. Settle into our velvet booths, enjoy a meal with friends or family, or relax at our outdoor picnic tables. Our private dining room seats up to 22 guests ...
Republica

Republica

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

St Kilda

Restaurant & Catering Association
Monday Pizza Night$20 Pizzas from 5pm
Naught Distilling

Naught Distilling

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Eltham

Ultimate Gin Masterclass$80 per personStep behind the red line into our world. It’s the easiest (and most entertaining) way to get yourself equipped with all the insider knowledge and tips to create a Naught-worthy cocktail at home. At...
Attica

Attica

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Ripponlea

17 Chef Hat Award
Dining at Attica on Glen Eira Road in Ripponlea is a commitment of time and money – there are beautiful, rare and unique ingredients and eclectic tunes, but most of all there’s Ben Shewry’s innovat...
The Peacock Den

The Peacock Den

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

The Basin

Our new menu addition Lamb BastillaHere at The Peacock Den we’ve added a Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder Bastilla to our menu. This rich, shareable dish features tender lamb shoulder slow-cooked with aromatic spices, pine nuts and cranber...
The Advocate

The Advocate

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Balwyn

The Perfect Blend of Taste & AtmosphereDine, Sip, and SavourAt The Advocate, we offer a refined Modern Australian dining experience with an internationally-inspired menu and handcrafted cocktails. Our stylish spaces feature marble tables, a whisky wall, a h...
Manifold & Co

Manifold & Co

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Hawthorn

Happy Hour Wednesday to Saturday 3pm-6pm$15 Wine and BravasJoin us Wednesday to Saturday for Happy Hour when $15 will get you a glass of wine and a bowl of delicious, crispy potato bravas. If the weather is fine relax in the courtyard and listen to the cur...