AUSTRALIAN GOOD FOOD GUIDE - Home of the Chef Hat Awards

Melbourne Inner City Modern Australian Restaurants

Introducing red. & Bauhaus GalleryJuly 28Our afternoon tea menu, red. explores various red fruit and vegetables through textures and unexpected flavours. Our a la carte menu, Bauhaus Gallery, celebrates the bold shapes and lines of this m...
Regale Restaurant

Regale Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Carlton

12 Chef Hat Award
East meets West for a fusion feast at Regale Restaurant on Swanston Street in Carlton. Expect a casual fine dining experience, blending Modern Australian and Asian fusion cuisine in an inviting yet...
Luci

Luci

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Pasta & Vino Lunch Special $35Homemade Pasta + DrinkFor only $35 indulge in one of our homemade pastas, accompanied with a wine or beverage of your choice. Join us from Tuesday to Friday 12 pm-3 pm. To book, call (03) 9116 8877.
Vue de Monde

Vue de Monde

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
3 Course Dinner With Geoff Merill And His Wines!Wednesday 9th JulyJoin us for an unforgettable evening with Geoff Merrill and his exquisite wines. Savour a curated 3-course dinner on Wednesday, 9th July 2025. 6pm arrival | 6.30pm dinner, $140 per person – Pre-pai...
Restaurant Gaea

Restaurant Gaea

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

Fitzroy

17 Chef Hat Award
Showcasing Mother Nature through fine food, Restaurant Gaea on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy offers intimate degustation dining in sleek and trendy surroundings. This petit venue, which can accommodat...
Embark on a multi-sensorial experience where the ordinary is transformed into the extraordinary at Strato Melbourne – Bar and Restaurant on Normanby Road in Southbank. Start your evening with a dri...
IDES

IDES

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

Collingwood

17 Chef Hat Award
Elegance and sophistication combine on the plates of IDES in a gastronomic experience well worth journeying out of the city to Smith Street in Collingwood. Previously Attica's pop-up, this now perm...
Embark on a culinary journey at Tomo's Little Collins, nestled in Melbourne's vibrant city heart. Experience an inviting ambience, alfresco dining and cosy interiors exuding warmth; renowned for ex...
Collins Kitchen

Collins Kitchen

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

Melbourne CBD

'Living Grand' BuffetsFridays and SundaysEnjoy a long, leisurely 'Living Grand' buffet on Friday nights and Sunday lunchtimes. Journey through our open kitchen, featuring live food stations and highlighting the best local seasonal produce...
Carlton Wine Room

Carlton Wine Room

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Carlton

Restaurant & Catering Association
Carlton Wine RoomCome and EnjoyA perfect day for some snacks and maybe a glass or two…come on in. Check out our menu and book via the link!
Farmer's Daughters

Farmer's Daughters

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

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Society

Society

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Pizza and burgers that are familiar, delicious and warming to the soul await hungry Melbourne foodies at My Goodness on Lonsdale Street in the heart of the city. Good food and good times can be fou...
Freyja

Freyja

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Bar Liberty

Bar Liberty

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

13 Chef Hat Award
Cumulus Inc.

Cumulus Inc.

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award