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Melbourne Inner City Modern Australian Restaurants

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. A refined daytime dining experience celebrating modern Australian cuisine, seasonal produce and panoramic city views from Level 80.
Luci

Luci

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Mother's Day Breakfast with Bottomless BubblesBreakfast buffet+bubblesJoin us at Luci for a delightful Mother's Day breakfast with bottomless bubbles and a spread fit for a queen.
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...
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...
The Clifton Hill Hotel

The Clifton Hill Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Clifton Hill

Steak DayEvery MondayMake Mondays something to look forward to at The Clifton Hill Hotel. Sink your teeth into a perfectly cooked $27 sirloin with golden chips, fresh salad and your choice of sauce, plus a range of ste...
Vue de Monde

Vue de Monde

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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...
Restaurant Gaea

Restaurant Gaea

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 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...
IDES

IDES

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

Collingwood

16 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...
Regale Restaurant

Regale Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Carlton

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...
Carlton Wine Room

Carlton Wine Room

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

Carlton

Restaurant & Catering Association
Private DiningCelebrate with UsAt The Carlton Wine Room in Carlton, we offer versatile private dining and event spaces tailored to your occasion. Choose from intimate rooms like the Faraday Room, the contemporary Drummond Room o...
An evening with Helen's Hill Wine5 courses with pairingsJoin us at Saint & Rogue for an intimate five-course dining experience, thoughtfully designed to complement a curated selection of wines from Helen Hills. Each course has been crafted to highlight ...
Lunch, Now Available!2 Courses $35Take a break in the middle of your week and settle in for a long lunch, served Tuesday to Friday from 12pm. Choose two courses for $35 or three courses for $45, with a menu that highlights honest i...
Fleet Rooftop Bar

Fleet Rooftop Bar

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

Melbourne CBD

Perched above the bustle of Queen Street in Melbourne’s CBD, Fleet Rooftop Bar is a hidden sanctuary where the city skyline unfolds in dramatic layers. The moment you step out onto its open terrace...
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...
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...
Society

Society

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
In the heart of Melbourne CBD, Society stands out as a modern Australian restaurant that captures the essence of contemporary dining. With its sleek interior featuring warm wooden accents and ambie...
Rockpool Bar & Grill Melbourne
Rockpool Bar & Grill Melbourne, located in the vibrant Southbank area, sets itself apart with a commitment to modern Australian cuisine. The restaurant is an oasis of sophistication, boasting an el...
Freyja

Freyja

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Farmer's Daughters

Farmer's Daughters

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

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Located in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Farmer's Daughters offers a vibrant dining experience that celebrates modern Australian cuisine. The restaurant's interior blends rustic charm with contempora...
Cumulus Inc.

Cumulus Inc.

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

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Cumulus Inc., located in the vibrant Melbourne CBD, offers a unique dining experience that seamlessly blends modern Australian cuisine with a chic, airy setting. The stylish interior features polis...