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Melbourne Restaurants With Air Conditioning

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.
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.
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...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
A New Era of Indian VegetarianFlavour Without LimitsAt ISH, our vegetarian dishes are bursting with flavour, texture and creativity. We bring a modern take to Indian cuisine, crafting vibrant plates designed to surprise and delight with every bite. ...
Oxi Tea Room

Oxi Tea Room

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
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...
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...
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...
Plough Hotel

Plough Hotel

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

Footscray

STEAK NIGHTEvery Tuesday from 5 pmHead to Plough Hotel every Tuesday from 5pm for Steak Night. Enjoy a porterhouse served with chips, salad and herb butter for $25, or upgrade to $32 and include a house wine or schooner of beer. A ...
Temperance Hotel

Temperance Hotel

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

South Yarra

Tuesday TriviaEvery Tuesday 7.30pm Get a team together and head down to Temperance on a Tuesday for Funky Bunch Trivia, $150 worth of prizes to be won! $22 Parmas all day $20 Jugs Mountain Goat Tasty Pale Ale 7-10pm
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

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

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
$39 Wagyu WednesdayEvery Wednesday from 5pmExperience Pincho Disco’s flame-grilled Wagyu Steak Night every Wednesday. The Menu – $39pp Flame-grilled Wagyu Rump Steak served with Chimichurri South American slaw Triple-cooked potat...
Magic Mountain Saloon

Magic Mountain Saloon

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

$25 Lunch Specials Tues-Friday, 12pm-3pm.The options include Chicken Pad Thai, Vegetable Massaman Curry & Rice, Chicken Green Curry & Rice and Pad Kra Pow Tofu. Add beer or wine for $5.
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
Cookie

Cookie

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Happy HourMon-Fri, 4pm-6pm.After-work drinks in Melbourne CBD? Enjoy Happy Hour at Cookie - $10 Pints, $10 Wines $15 House Martinis, Negroni, Margarita & Espresso Martini
Private Functions & CateringYour Next Event Made EasyWe offer catering and private functions at Café N’Addictions, perfect for celebrations, corporate events, or special gatherings. Our team creates tailored experiences with carefully crafted menus f...
29th Apartment

29th Apartment

American   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

St Kilda

House Party!Wednesdays 7pm - 3amThe Hottest Wednesday Night in St Kilda! Get ready for the ultimate midweek party destination where the vibes are unmatched and the energy never stops! We’re open from 7 pm to 3 am, offering you a ...
Stella Restaurant and Bar

Stella Restaurant and Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

South Yarra

Private Dining Room8-12 guestsHost an unforgettable gathering in Stella’s Private Dining Cellar, a moody, wine-lined sanctuary hidden in the heart of Chapel Street. This exclusive space pairs a striking marble table with a worl...
Manifold & Co

Manifold & Co

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Hawthorn

LIVE JAZZ EVENING APRIL 23With Andy & TrishANDY AND TRISH are back at Manifold & Co wine bar on Thursday 23 April with some classic Ella Fitzgerald tunes and jazz interpretations of soulful new favourites. Come in from 7pm for a drink. Book...
Wood and Grill

Wood and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

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...