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Melbourne Inner City Restaurants

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. ...
Atria

Atria

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

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...
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.
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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...
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...
$30 All Day Sunday RoastCharcoal Roasted ChickenSunday Special! Enjoy our $30 Charcoal Roasted Chicken* served over fragrant miso piperade, paired with hot, crunchy waffle fries. Available Sundays from 1PM–9PM. Perfect for a relaxed weekend feas...
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   $$$$$   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...
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...
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...
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...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
Two-Hour Unlimited Plant-Based DiningEat Freely This WeekendVisit us at SHU Restaurant and enjoy our $55pp unlimited Yum Cha every weekend lunch. Dine for two hours on nine plant-based dishes, cooked fresh to order an d inspired by modern vegan Sichuan cuis...
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 Art of Instinct — Crafted for Special OccasionsSecure Your ExperienceDelve into an intimate dining journey through a seasonal multi-course menu — an edible canvas of pristine seafood premium meats, and organic vegetables from our own farm. Build each hand roll guide...
Haidilao Hotpot Emporium

Haidilao Hotpot Emporium

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Group Value CombosValue Options for 2 to 4Available Monday to Friday before 5pm. Gather with friends for signature dishes in a lively atmosphere, 2-person $56, 3-person $76, 4-person $136. Plus, starting today, enjoy a complimentary drink ...
Ming Asian Fusion

Ming Asian Fusion

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

A Refined Dining Experience$59ppExperience refined Asian fusion dining at Ming with a specially curated five-course set menu for just $58 per person. Enjoy handcrafted dim sum, premium wagyu and the visually striking Tai-Ji Fried...
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...
Roule Galette Flinders Lane

Roule Galette Flinders Lane

French   $$$$$   Opens Tue 8:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

Meat Lover back on tracksAutumn SpecialA meat-lover's galette filled with homemade minced meat, bacon, merguez sausage, Emmental cheese, baked potatoes, and homemade barbecue sauce. So many of you asked for its return…
Funghi e Tartufo

Funghi e Tartufo

Vegan   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Wine & Fungi Feast NightsSip, Savour, TruffleDiscover the perfect pairing of mushrooms, truffle and fine wine at our signature dining evenings. From share plates to rich mains, each dish highlights the depth and character of Italian flavours....