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Melbourne Inner City Restaurants With BYO (Wine Only)

Bo-ssam (Braised pork belly)Available All dayAuthentic Korean Bo-ssam with an incredibly smooth and rich flavour. Come and experience it for yourself! To book your table, call 0493 541 320.
Happy HourBeer and Cocktails Every Friday from 4pm until 6pm Bossa Nova has a Happy Hour. All beers for $10 dollars and Brazilian Classic Caipirinha for $17 dollars. Match your preferred drink with our Tapas Tasting Platter!
Kan Eang by Thai Culinary

Kan Eang by Thai Culinary

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Bottomless Drinks Only $35ppBottomless Drink at Kan Eang by Thai Culinary. Enjoy free flowing drinks with our feed me banquet. Only additional $35pp. Book your bottomless package today!
IL Gambero

IL Gambero

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Carlton

For more than 40 years, IL Gambero has been an icon of Lygon Street, an Italian restaurant that remains a favourite in Melbourne’s famous dining precinct. Revamped yet maintaining the rusticity of ...
Stop by Melbourne’s premier Southeast Asian dining destination, Chin Chin's At Koto Moon on Rathdowne Street in Carlton North for the best of the best fare from Thailand, Malaysia, Japan and China…...
CateringFor All Occasions!Serving palate tingling Nepalese food, we cater for all occasions. Whether it’s a birthday party or a corporate function we are well equipped to meet your needs. There are separate function rooms t...
Al Dente Enoteca

Al Dente Enoteca

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Carlton

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Orlo

Orlo

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Collingwood

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Tora Dumplings

Tora Dumplings

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Fitzroy

Set in Melbourne’s prominent suburb of Fitzroy is a little taste of Shanghai at Tora Dumplings on Brunswick Street. Guests are greeted by a stylish interior of signature red walls, exposed brick, a...
La Spaghettata

La Spaghettata

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Carlton

It’s easy to see why La Spaghettata on Lygon Street in the heart of Carlton is one of Melbourne’s most loved Italian restaurants. All dining elements combine in an authentic casual ambience of anti...
Experience the culinary delights of India in an ambient atmosphere at Gourmet Curry Hut on Little Collins Street in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Located in Hub Arcade, this stylish restaurant has ...
Chine On Paramount

Chine On Paramount

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Find Chinese fare to tempt any palate at Chine on Paramount on Little Bourke Street in the heart of Melbourne city. A traditional vibe of hanging red lanterns, white-clothed tables and polished woo...
Il Carretto Pizza Restaurant

Il Carretto Pizza Restaurant

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Carlton

The Bond Store

The Bond Store

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Southbank

Shanghai Village Dumpling

Shanghai Village Dumpling

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Jim's Greek Tavern

Jim's Greek Tavern

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Collingwood

Shonan Kamakura

Shonan Kamakura

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Embracing Melbourne's laneway culture, Shonan Kamakura on Katherine Place is the place to savour the true flavours of Japanese cuisine. A casual atmosphere and modern dining space, complete with co...
Tan Hot Pot

Tan Hot Pot

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Melburnians seeking the indulgence of Sichuan hot pot cooking head to Tan Hot Pot on Bourke Street in the heart of the city. Experience Melbourne’s only duck blood tofu hot pot restaurant, where so...
Stalactites  Greek Restaurant

Stalactites Greek Restaurant

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

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Established in 1981 come and experience some of the best Yum Cha in Melbourne. Shark's Fin has earned a reputation for excellence for its delicious Shark's Fin and authentic Chinese food dishes in ...