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VIC Restaurants

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Sault

Sault

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
3 or 4 Course Midweek MenuSeasonal MenuEnjoy our 3 or 4 course midweek menu featuring house-baked sourdough, cultured butter, and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Highlights include beef tartare, ocean trout, potato agnolotti, mar...
Soumah Wine LunchAustralia vs ItalyOn Saturday 28th February Neeri Nuff is proud to host Soumah Wines for lunch, a premium Yarra Valley producer of Italian Varietals and classic Yarra Valley varietals of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. L...
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
MFWF Event at Miss Mi - Fowl Play: No Boring Birds!Join us for MFWF.Chef Migo Razon from award-winning Miss Mi teams up with Aurum premium poultry and food presenter and passionate Vietnamese home cooking advocate, Duncan Lu, to give specialty poultry an irresistib...
Atria

Atria

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
A Journey Through Japanese CuisineTaste, Art, and TraditionExperience the art of Japanese dining at Komeyui Brisbane. Join us for seasonal omakase, kaiseki, sushi, and sashimi, crafted with precision and care. Enjoy curated tasting events, sake pairings, a...
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.
Miss Amelie

Miss Amelie

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Wodonga

12 Chef Hat Award
Chef’s Choice Degustation at Miss AmelieBook today!Indulge in Miss Amelie’s six-course Chef’s Choice degustation, a refined dining experience showcasing seasonal produce and the kitchen’s signature style. Each course is thoughtfully curated to high...
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...
Emerald City
13 Chef Hat Award
Yarra Valley’s first exclusive four-seater restaurant, Emerald City on Maroondah Highway in Healesville, takes you on a gastronomic journey behind the emerald curtain with celebrated Chef, Joel Ald...
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...
Situated on Queen Street in the Melbourne CBD, Sachi Japanese Restaurant is a refined yet approachable destination dedicated to exceptional Japanese seafood. Specialising in sushi, sashimi, chirash...
Bonny

Bonny

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Fitzroy

Intimate & Indulgent Valentine's Day Experience6-Course Dining MenuCelebrate your loved one at Bonny Bar this Valentine's Day. From 1PM until late, delight in our 6-course dining experience, with umami-rich dishes balancing flavour, curiosity, and indulgence. Perf...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

14 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...
Tucked away on Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Vinesmith City Cellar Door is a refined inner-city destination for memorable dining and exceptional wine. The intimate bistro takes inspiration from French ...
Laura

Laura

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

Merricks North

17 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...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

14 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...
Valentine's DaySet menu for two This Valentine’s, we’re turning up the heat, Pincho style. Live tango music kicks off from 7pm. The lighting’s low, the flavours loud, and the vibe? Sensual, playful, unforgettable. You and...
Tinamba Hotel

Tinamba Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Tinamba

12 Chef Hat Award
Serving hungry and thirsty locals for almost 150 years, Tinamba Hotel on Tinamba Seaton Road is one of Gippsland’s finest dining destinations. From the first-class ambience of the dining room, loun...
Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...