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Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable Weekend. Almost Sold OutAlmost Sold Out. Book nowChin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a one-off MFWF weekend blending bold Southeast Asian flavours with Spanish flair at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Enjoy a four-hands luxe menu at La...
Luci

Luci

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
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:
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

13 Chef Hat Award
Private Dining and EventsEnquire Today!Host your next special occasion at ISH Restaurant, where intimate charm meets exceptional dining. Perfect for private events of up to 40 guests, our team will tailor every detail—from bespoke menus...
Komeyui Restaurant

Komeyui Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

South Melbourne

12 Chef Hat Award
Bringing harmony, unity and binding people together through food is the aim of Komeyui Japanese Restaurant on Ferrars Street in South Melbourne. Hailing from a fishing village in Hokkaido, Executiv...
Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Atria's Christmas Day Feast25th December Make Christmas Day unforgettable at Atria. Savour a luxurious five-course lunch or three- or five-course dinner, each paired with a glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blanc NV. Enhance your experience with ...
Oxi Tea Room

Oxi Tea Room

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
New Years Eve at Il Barco$135ppCelebrate New Year's Eve in Venetian style at Il Bacaro. Enjoy exquisite three-course cuisine by Executive Chef David Dellai, featuring summer’s finest produce, paired with guidance from expert som...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Laura

Laura

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

Merricks North

16 Chef Hat Award
Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable Weekend. Almost Sold OutAlmost Sold Out. Book nowChin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a one-off MFWF weekend blending bold Southeast Asian flavours with Spanish flair at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Enjoy a four-hands luxe menu at La...
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
New Year’s Eve 2025$119ppRing in 2026 the loud, lavish, unforgettable way. For $119pp, enjoy an all-night NYE celebration featuring an indulgent tasting menu, a celebratory drink on arrival, and a live band to fire up the ...
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Miss Mi Private DiningMelbourne CBD functionsWith effortless cool vibes and vibrant aesthetics, Miss Mi restaurant and bar makes getting everyone together a breeze. Look no further for a venue offering delicious private dining in Melbourne CB...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
A dazzling Red Thread of Fate light fixture twists its way across the dining room welcoming guests to Akaiito on Flinders Lane in Melbourne city. A moody vibe of black marble, dark granite and plus...
Tinamba Hotel

Tinamba Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:45 AM

Tinamba

13 Chef Hat Award
6-course Tasting MenuAvailable on All SittingsOur signature dining experience is our Chef’s selection of dishes, consisting of two entrees, two mains, a side to share and two desserts with optional wine pairing, featuring Gippsland producers. ...
Golden Vine Hotel

Golden Vine Hotel

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

Bendigo

Trivia Nights At The VineBook Your Table NowThink you’ve got what it takes to be the trivia champ? Join us every Wednesday from 7:30pm at the Golden Vine Hotel for a night of laughs, drinks, and brain-teasing fun. Gather your mates, grab a m...
Boathouse Daylesford

Boathouse Daylesford

French/European   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

Daylesford

12 Chef Hat Award
Located on the banks of Lake Daylesford with exquisite water views from any vantage point, the Boathouse Restaurant on Leggatt Street is a sophisticated dining venue for lunch and dinner. Take in s...
Auterra

Auterra

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

Armadale

12 Chef Hat Award
A Seasonal Share-Style ExperienceBook Now!Experience a bold and seasonal menu at Auterra, where local ingredients shine across playful small plates and refined mains. Highlights include wagyu tartare, Murray cod with native citrus, and duc...
The Slow LunchFive-course DegustationJoin us in the slow lane for The Slow Lunch: a 5-course degustation matched to premium Brown Brothers wines. Featuring a showcase of our finest restaurant offerings straight from the Kitchen Garden...
Kadota

Kadota

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:30 PM

Daylesford

18 Chef Hat Award
New Years Eve Celebrate NYE with KadotaNYE menu featuring the incredible MS9+ Sher Wagyu Sirloin as the main course , Sake on arrival and the amazing Vida Trio will be playing smooth jazz to see the year out. Dinner will finish around 1...
The Dining Room restaurant on Arthurs Seat Road in Red Hill does regional dining right. Nestled in Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill vineyard, this dining destination is the ideal spot to enjoy long, ...
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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:45 AM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Follow the aroma of delicious smokiness to The Woodhouse Bar and Grill on Williamson Street in Bendigo. This steakhouse and red gum grill is a local favourite presenting a rustic dining experience,...