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Melbourne Inner City Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

Temaki Sushi Melbourne

Temaki Sushi Melbourne

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Crafted for CelebrationBook Now!Delve 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...
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....
Gaylord

Gaylord

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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...
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
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...
Thin Slizzy

Thin Slizzy

Pizza   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Collingwood

Thursday Margarita Night At Thin SlizzyBook NowJoin us this Thursday for Margarita Night with $20 OG margherita pizzas and $12 margarita cocktails, classic or spicy. Can’t decide? Enjoy both for $30 and settle in for a lively night of great foo...
Docklands Brunch & All-Day DiningModern Australian flavourVisit The Espressonist Docklands today, your destination for specialty Zest coffee, all-day brunch, and evening dining with share plates, fresh seafood, and succulent steak. Relax by the Yarra Mari...
Traditional Italian trattoria, Piccolo Mondo on Carlton’s trendy Lygon Street dining strip is the place to head for authentic homestyle cuisine in a polished setting. With rustic bare brick walls a...
Step into a slice of Melbourne history at Jimmy Watson's Wine Bar on Lygon Street in Carlton, where old-world charm meets contemporary dining. With ivy-covered walls, candlelit tables and a lush co...
Cookie

Cookie

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 1:00 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
Bistrot d'Orsay

Bistrot d'Orsay

French   $$$$$   Opens Mon 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Perfectly positioned on the iconic "Paris End" of Collins Street, Bistrot d'Orsay transports guests to the heart of France the moment they step through the door. A trompe l'oeil ceiling, towering v...
Happy HourEvery weekday!Clock off and head straight to The Clifton Hill Hotel for the happiest hours of the week. Monday to Friday from 3–6pm, enjoy $10 Clifton Hill Brewery pints and $12 all other pints. Then keep the go...
Nestled on Little Collins Street in Melbourne CBD, Tomo’s Little Collins is a cosy, relaxed café offering a thoughtful blend of all-day breakfast favourites and daily rotating lunch bowls. The menu...
The Moat Restaurant & Bar, located in the bustling heart of Melbourne CBD, offers a delightful retreat where patrons can savour authentic Italian cuisine. Renowned for its handmade pasta, which is ...
Moksha Dining and Bar

Moksha Dining and Bar

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Carlton

Situated on Faraday Street in Carlton, Moksha Dining & Bar offers an elevated vegetarian dining experience where flavour, creativity and atmosphere come together. Inspired by Indian heritage and Me...
Halaya

Halaya

Filipino   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

Located on Spring Street in Melbourne, Halaya is a vibrant Filipino-inspired café and bakeshop bringing colour and comfort to the CBD. Blending tradition with modern café culture, the menu features...
Flinders Lane in Melbourne is home to Roule Galette, a charming crêperie bringing the authentic flavours of Brittany to the heart of the city. Specialising in traditional French galettes made from ...
Funghi e Tartufo

Funghi e Tartufo

Vegan   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Tucked along Hardware Lane in Melbourne, Funghi e Tartufo is turning traditional Italian cuisine on its head—with plants taking centre stage. Housed in a character-filled 19th-century warehouse, th...
Located on Smith Street in Collingwood, Bowl Bowl serves up dumplings, culture and bold Sichuan flavour with unmistakable flair. Inspired by the fiery, aromatic tastes of China’s southwest, the men...
Trust the ChefTasting MenuThis winter, put yourself in the hands of our chefs and discover why our Trust the Chef Tasting Menu has become a guest favourite. For just $79 per person, enjoy a curated selection of tasting-siz...