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Melbourne Inner City Restaurants

Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
Plant-based modern Sichuan cuisine is what awaits Collingwood diners at Shu Restaurant on Johnson Street. Named after owner and Chef, Shu Liu, chill out in fun and funky surrounds of neon lighting,...
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Express LunchOnly $42ppMiss Mi is offering the best express lunch in Melbourne CBD. Our restaurant is conveniently located across from Southern Cross Station, the ideal spot to meet with colleagues or friends for lunch o...
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. From 12.30pm - 3.00pm 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.
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...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
A New Era of Indian VegetarianFlavour Without LimitsAt ISH, our vegetarian dishes are bursting with flavour, texture and creativity. We bring a modern take to Indian cuisine, crafting vibrant plates designed to surprise and delight with every bite. ...
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...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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...
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...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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...
Lexy’s New Winter MenuReserve Winter Warmth!Lexy on Flinders Lane heats up winter with Ken Leung’s bold new pan-Asian menu. Premium hits like X.O Rock Lobster, Alaskan Crab Korokke and caviar on shokupan bring refined depth to moody nights a...
The Soul Behind the BottleA Story in Every GlassA selection of wine comes from a small, family-run vineyard in Yamanashi, where a husband and wife care for each vine with patience and dedication. To them, the vines are like family. Much like our...
Hophaus Bar

Hophaus Bar

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Southbank

Happy HourMon-Fri, 4pm-7pm.$9 Drinks – Come down for after work bevies $9 Pints House Lager $9 Pints House Cider $9 Glass of House Wine
Magic Mountain Saloon

Magic Mountain Saloon

Thai   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

$25 Lunch Specials Tues-Friday, 12pm-3pm.The options include Chicken Pad Thai, Vegetable Massaman Curry & Rice, Chicken Green Curry & Rice and Pad Kra Pow Tofu. Add beer or wine for $5.
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
$39 Wagyu WednesdayEvery Wednesday from 5pmExperience Pincho Disco’s flame-grilled Wagyu Steak Night every Wednesday. The Menu – $39pp Flame-grilled Wagyu Rump Steak served with Chimichurri South American slaw Triple-cooked potat...
Gaylord

Gaylord

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Authentic Indian Lunch BuffetMidweek Dining, ElevatedDine with us at Gaylord Indian Restaurant every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:30?am to 2:30?pm. For $22 per person, enjoy a carefully curated buffet featuring a vegetarian entrée, a non-v...
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...
Cookie

Cookie

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Happy HourMon-Fri, 4pm-7pm.After-work drinks in Melbourne CBD? Enjoy Happy Hour at Cookie - $10 Pints, $10 Wines $15 House Martinis, Negroni, Margarita & Espresso Martini
WEDNESDAYS *HAPPY HOUR ALL NIGHT*Cheap pizzas and drinks$20 for any pizza on the menu. $10 pints of Stingrays draught. $12 margarita cocktails (regular / spicy). DINE IN ONLY
Wood and Grill

Wood and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Refined Premium Restaurant for Food Lover'sPremium SteakOur philosophy is simple — exceptional ingredients, handled with care, cooked with precision, and served consistently. While steak is at the heart of our menu, we also offer a thoughtful selection...