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Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

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

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
The Signature Tasting Menu at Pincho Disco$125ppPincho Disco's Signature Tasting Menu at $125pp is a Latin-inspired feast from start to finish. Journey through oysters with tiger's milk, kingfish cannoli, yellowfin tuna tiradito, chorizo anticuc...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 6:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
10 Course Vegan Degustation at Shu RestaurantBook now!Embark on an extraordinary plant-based journey at Shu Restaurant! Immerse yourself in a refined 10-course vegan degustation inspired by the bold depth and spice of contemporary Sichuan cuisine. Sho...
Atria

Atria

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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.
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
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...
Luci

Luci

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

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Chef's Selection Menu$109 per personOur Chef’s selection menu offers a sample of favourite dishes and is designed to highlight seasonal ingredients and balance classic and modern sensibilities. Click on more info to book:
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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 Fri 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...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
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....
Embark on a culinary adventure at Melbourne’s newest dining destination, Lexy Restaurant and Bar on Flinders Lane, where high-glam sophistication meets the vibrant spirit of modern Pan-Asian cuisin...
Francois Eatery

Francois Eatery

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:30 AM

Mambourin

An evening in SpainFriday July 24th 2026François invites you to a multi-course Spanish set menu for 1 night only.
Senor Mexico

Senor Mexico

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens Fri 5:00 PM

Richmond

Wing WednesdayEvery Wednesday!Wing Wednesday is calling! Dive into crispy, saucy wings for just $1.50 each and level up your midweek. Whether you're flying in solo or bringing the whole flock, this is the midweek deal that spea...
Gaylord

Gaylord

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

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...
Wood and Grill

Wood and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Fri 6:30 AM

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...
The Old Milk Bar Cafe Thornbury

The Old Milk Bar Cafe Thornbury

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:00 AM

Thornbury

All Day Brunch Classics & Coffee FixJoin Us TodayJoin us at The Old Milk Bar for a laid-back brunch filled with comforting classics and quality coffee. From smashed avocado and chilli scrambled eggs to our signature milkbar breakfast and fresh pa...
La Camera Southgate

La Camera Southgate

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Southbank

Xmas In July-Italian StyleWinter Wonderland AwaitsChristmas in July – Italian Style! Eat. Drink. Sing. Feel like it's Christmas in Italy! Forget The Turkey, Nonna's Porchetta's on the menu Join us as we transform our restaurant into a festive ...
SHOP 225

SHOP 225

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Pascoe Vale

Award-Winning Pizza At Shop 225 PizzeriaBook NowJoin us at Shop 225 Pizzeria in Pascoe Vale for an award-winning Italian dining experience, home to Australia’s best pizza and ranked among the world’s top 30. Enjoy handcrafted Neapolitan-style pi...
New Season at Tomo'sFrom Brunch to LunchFrom the Mentaiko Prawn Tartine and Crispy Barramundi Bowl to our new Mont Blanc specialty drink, discover the latest menu for the winter season at Tomo's. Alongside our much-loved Pantry Breakfast...
Times Berwick

Times Berwick

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

Berwick

Date Night at Times BerwickBook now!Every Thursday night, Times Berwick sets the scene for a perfect date night. Book your seat from 6–6.45pm and head upstairs for an intimate, candle-lit dinner for two from their exclusive Date Nigh...