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Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Atria's Festive Lunch Book today!Elevate your afternoon with lunch at Atria. Enjoy sweeping city views and beautifully crafted seasonal dishes—perfect for business, leisure or a quiet festive escape. This limited lunch series runs...
New Year's Eve Dinner at LuciFeast Your Way into 2026Enjoy a feast fit for the occasion in the grandeur of Luci with a decadent four-course dinner and optional bottomless drinks to elevate the celebration. Click on more info to book:
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Lunch at Miss Mi3-courses + Xmas cocktailLocated in the heart of the CBD, Miss Mi Melbourne is serving up a vibrant Christmas Day dining experience. Indulge in a feast that celebrates bold Southeast Asian inspiration and Chef Migo Razon's...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Akaiito Lunch MenuVisit Us Today!Akaiito Lunch menu! For the first time since 2020, Akaiito welcomes you back for lunch. Indulge in a seasonal 2-course $55 or 3-course $68 menu, featuring refined dishes crafted with the freshest i...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Tucked away in Melbourne’s Chinatown, Flower Drum stands as a celebrated destination for refined Cantonese cuisine and exceptional service. Stepping inside reveals a world where tradition meets ele...
Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Discover the quintessential Melbourne Italian dining experience at Il Bacaro on Little Collins Street in the heart of the city. Executive Chef David Dellai offers a simple yet refined approach to V...
Ming Asian Fusion

Ming Asian Fusion

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Function Room - With Karaoke, licensed for up to 120 people until 1 amNo Minimum Spend!Our spacious function room offers the perfect blend of sophistication and fun - ideal for birthdays, corporate gatherings and special celebrations. Featuring a large private space with karaoke, a h...
Oh! Banh Mi

Oh! Banh Mi

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

Happy Tummy SetOnly $23.90Craving bold flavours and unbeatable value? The Oh! Banh Mi Happy Tummy Set is here to satisfy! Enjoy a delicious combo of 1 freshly made Banh Mi, 1 comforting Pho Cup, and 1 drink for just $23.90....
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...
Fleet Rooftop Bar

Fleet Rooftop Bar

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

Melbourne CBD

Afternoon Tea in the CloudsEvery SaturdayTake your afternoon to new heights – literally! Join us at Fleet Rooftop Bar, on level 22 of the Vibe Hotel for a High Tea experience with one of the best views in Melbourne. Sit back, relax & watc...
Ishizuka

Ishizuka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
A secret within Melbourne’s city centre, Ishizuka on Bourke Street offers a refined Kaiseki experience, reflecting the pinnacle of fine dining in an intimate, subterranean restaurant space. Kaiseki...
Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Situated in the heart of Melbourne City, Chef Hat-awarded Kenzan Japanese Restaurant is a destination for authentic Japanese dining. Since opening its doors in 1981, this oriental restaurant takes ...
Liyin Rice Roll Master

Liyin Rice Roll Master

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

Weekday Only BenefitWeekday Treats For YouMake every weekday special with our exclusive offers: Mon – Second HorFun only $9.99; Wed – Free Gelato with every $40 spend; Thur – 20% off our Signature Red Rice Roll; Fri – Buy 2 Lemon & Lime Te...
Triim

Triim

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 8:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

Bringing together the heart of Italy with the soul of Melbourne, Triim on Hardware Lane in the heart of the city is all about generous food, warm people and joyful moments. Whether it’s a slow brun...
ShanDong MaMa

ShanDong MaMa

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

It’s all about Mama’s delicious dumplings at ShanDong MaMa on Bourke Street in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Expect unique northern Chinese-inspired fare at this authentic eatery, where everything ...
Izakaya Miyazaki

Izakaya Miyazaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Tucked beneath Russell Street in Melbourne’s CBD, Izakaya Miyazaki offers an intimate and refined Japanese dining experience. The subterranean setting exudes a moody elegance, with dim lighting and...
PIZZA MONSTER

PIZZA MONSTER

Pizza   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Hidden along Little Lonsdale Street in Melbourne’s buzzing CBD, PIZZA MONSTER is a lively slice of urban cool where creativity meets comfort food. The atmosphere is playful yet effortlessly stylish...
Kings and Knaves Espresso
Located on William Street in Melbourne’s CBD, Kings and Knaves Espresso is a sleek inner-city café dedicated to the art of exceptional coffee. With its minimalist design, polished concrete, and con...
Krimper Cafe

Krimper Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

Tucked away on the cobbled charm of Guildford Lane, Krimper Café feels like a hidden world within Melbourne’s bustling CBD. Once a 19th-Century warehouse, its raw, industrial bones have been beauti...
Saint & Rogue

Saint & Rogue

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

Melbourne CBD

Festive Functions Book NowGet in early to secure your preferred date to celebrate the festive season at Saint & Rogue!