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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 SKY Elevate Every SaturdayBrunch in the Sky returns to Atria. Commencing 7th of February 2026. A refined daytime dining experience celebrating modern Australian cuisine, seasonal produce and panoramic city views from Level...
Luci

Luci

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

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's Day Dinner4-course and flowing wineJoin us to celebrate with your special person with a 4-course dinner and free-flowing Victorian wines. $195 pp.
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...
Embark on a culinary adventure at Melbourne’s newest dining destination, Lexy Restaurant and Bar on Flinders Lane, where high-glam sophistication meets the vibrant spirit of modern Pan-Asian cuisin...
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...
Amaru

Amaru

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:45 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...
Republica

Republica

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

St Kilda

Restaurant & Catering Association
Monday Pizza Night$20 Pizzas from 5pm
Beverly Rooftop

Beverly Rooftop

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

South Yarra

Valentine's WeekendLove is in the airAt Beverly this February, as we invite you to curate Valentine's Day, your way with a range of special experiences throughout the weekend, from elevated Chef's Kiss menus, to love-filled upgrades.
Naught Distilling

Naught Distilling

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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...
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...
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...
Regale Restaurant

Regale Restaurant

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

Carlton

East meets West for a fusion feast at Regale Restaurant on Swanston Street in Carlton. Expect a casual fine dining experience, blending Modern Australian and Asian fusion cuisine in an inviting yet...
Toil & Trouble

Toil & Trouble

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Brunswick East

Where Community Meets CuisineCrafted with CareAt Toil & Trouble, we’re your community bar and restaurant with a passion for sustainability, local produce, and sociability. We craft premium dishes and specialty house cocktails with care, champi...
Fleet Rooftop Bar

Fleet Rooftop Bar

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

Melbourne CBD

Valentine's DayGuaranteed to impress!Celebrate your Valentine Rooftop Bar at Fleet this year. Choose from our à la carte menu or dive into our $79pp Date Night menu made for sharing. Sip on Yours & Theirs cocktail pairings which can ...
Park Hyatt Melbourne

Park Hyatt Melbourne

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

East Melbourne

Discover culinary delights at Park Hyatt Melbourne on Parliament Square in East Melbourne, where ocean fare meets woodfire-grilled steaks for a unique dining experience. Enjoy the sophisticated lou...
Navi

Navi

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

Yarraville

17 Chef Hat Award
Meaning ‘local’ in Cherokee, Navi on Gamon Street in Yarraville is a nod to Chef and owner Julian Hills’ American heritage. From foraging for ingredients to the handmade ceramics and the final dish...
History and elegance meet to create the ideal backdrop for any occasion at 1912 Restaurant at Riverlea Estate on Ringwood Warrandyte Road in Warrandyte. Whether you are planning a business lunch, r...
La Vallee Eatery

La Vallee Eatery

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

Essendon

All Day DinningRelax, Dine and Unwind Visit La Vallee in Essendon for a relaxed café and dining experience. Open seven days, enjoy specialty coffee, breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with wood-fired pizzas, pastas, steaks and café cl...
Open Mic at the Racer - 1st Thursday of the MonthStarting at 6 pmCalling all aspiring musicians! Take the stage and share your sound with our vibrant community at The Naked Racer. It’s your chance to perform live, connect with fellow music lovers and be heard. E...
No 93 BBQ House

No 93 BBQ House

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

Cairnlea

Created with a vision to reinvent the way diners perceive Filipino food by incorporating art and culture into dishes, head to No 93 BBQ House on Kearnley Drive in Cairnea to discover the vibrant an...