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Melbourne Inner City Restaurants

Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

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

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
The Signature Tasting Menu at Pincho Disco$125ppPincho Disco's Signature Tasting Menu at $125pp is a Latin-inspired feast from start to finish. Journey through oysters with tiger's milk, kingfish cannoli, yellowfin tuna tiradito, chorizo anticuc...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
10 Course Vegan Degustation at Shu RestaurantBook now!Embark on an extraordinary plant-based journey at Shu Restaurant! Immerse yourself in a refined 10-course vegan degustation inspired by the bold depth and spice of contemporary Sichuan cuisine. Sho...
Temaki Sushi Melbourne

Temaki Sushi Melbourne

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Expect an intimate dining experience from a multi-course seasonal menu at Temaki Sushi Melbourne on Little Collins Street in the heart of the city. Paired with a unique selection of sake, Japanese ...
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.
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   $$$$$   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...
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...
Luci

Luci

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

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Chef's Selection Menu$109 per personOur Chef’s selection menu offers a sample of favourite dishes and is designed to highlight seasonal ingredients and balance classic and modern sensibilities. Click on more info to book:
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...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
Representing the intersection of old and new, traditional and modern, Eastern and Western, ISH Restaurant is an Indian-inspired drinking and dining experience nestled on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy....
Embark on a culinary adventure at Melbourne’s newest dining destination, Lexy Restaurant and Bar on Flinders Lane, where high-glam sophistication meets the vibrant spirit of modern Pan-Asian cuisin...
Gaylord

Gaylord

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

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...
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...
La Camera Southgate

La Camera Southgate

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Southbank

Xmas In July-Italian StyleWinter Wonderland AwaitsChristmas in July – Italian Style! Eat. Drink. Sing. Feel like it's Christmas in Italy! Forget The Turkey, Nonna's Porchetta's on the menu Join us as we transform our restaurant into a festive ...
New Season at Tomo'sFrom Brunch to LunchFrom the Mentaiko Prawn Tartine and Crispy Barramundi Bowl to our new Mont Blanc specialty drink, discover the latest menu for the winter season at Tomo's. Alongside our much-loved Pantry Breakfast...
Haidilao Hotpot Emporium

Haidilao Hotpot Emporium

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

22% Off Student PromotionStudent & Late Night DealEnjoy 22% off regular dishes during selected hours. Student offer is available Monday to Friday before 5:00 pm (valid student ID or school uniform required). Late night discount is available to all...
Vue de Monde

Vue de Monde

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

Melbourne CBD

18 Chef Hat Award
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...
Signature Platters at Ginger Olive Restaurant and Grill From $53ppShare something special! Choose from the Ginger Olive Sharing Platter with beef short rib, BBQ meats and barramundi, the BBQ Ribs & Snag Platter with grain fed pork and free range chicken, or the u...