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Melbourne Inner City Restaurants

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. A refined daytime dining experience celebrating modern Australian cuisine, seasonal produce and panoramic city views from Level 80.
Mother's Day Breakfast with Bottomless BubblesBreakfast buffet+bubblesJoin us at Luci for a delightful Mother's Day breakfast with bottomless bubbles and a spread fit for a queen.
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. ...
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...
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...
Famous Fitzroy Steak NightSteak Special DinnerGet your midweek treat! A 250gm 'Flinders & Co' striploin steak, charcoal finished, fully loaded with sauce Diane, hot chips & fresh salad. 4PM - late. Only $30 Steak Night. Full menu & veg options...
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 ...
Oxi Tea Room

Oxi Tea Room

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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   $$$$$   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...
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...
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...
Limitless at LexyTuesday to SaturdayTurn lunch into a celebration with Limitless at Lexy. From Tuesday to Saturday, 11:30am–3pm, enjoy 90 minutes of bottomless signature cocktails, wines and beers on tap, paired with delicious set fo...
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...
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...
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.
Cookie

Cookie

Thai   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

Happy HourMon-Fri, 4pm-6pm.After-work drinks in Melbourne CBD? Enjoy Happy Hour at Cookie - $10 Pints, $10 Wines $15 House Martinis, Negroni, Margarita & Espresso Martini
Introducing our brand new Lunch Special at HongDae.15 Korean Lunch BoxesDiscover our brand new Authentic Korean Dosirak Lunch Specials at HongDae. Choose from 15 carefully curated Korean lunch boxes, each packed with balanced flavours, fresh sides, and satisfying ma...
Hophaus Bar

Hophaus Bar

European   $$$$$   Open Now

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
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...
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...