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Melbourne Restaurants Serving Dinner

Those seeking authentic Greek fare in Maidstone, follow tantalising aromas down Hampstead Road to find The Naughty Greek Restaurant. Family-owned with more than 25 years’ experience, this Melbourne...
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...
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...
Temaki Sushi Melbourne

Temaki Sushi Melbourne

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Nights at TemakiBook Now!Temaki Sushi offers a unique and intimate approach to traditional Japanese hand-rolled sushi. Enjoy a delicious meal, in a beautiful space with drinks and music into the evening. Check out our menu...
Atria

Atria

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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.
Situated on Queen Street in the Melbourne CBD, Sachi Japanese Restaurant is a refined yet approachable destination dedicated to exceptional Japanese seafood. Specialising in sushi, sashimi, chirash...
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...
Komeyui Restaurant

Komeyui Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

South Melbourne

12 Chef Hat Award
Bringing harmony, unity and binding people together through food is the aim of Komeyui Japanese Restaurant on Ferrars Street in South Melbourne. Hailing from a fishing village in Hokkaido, Executiv...
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   $$$$$   Open Now

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
Akaiito Lunch MenuVisit Us Today!Akaiito Lunch menu! For the first time since 2020, Akaiito welcomes you back for lunch. Indulge in a seasonal 2-course $55 or 3-course $68 menu, featuring refined dishes crafted with the freshest i...
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....
The Reserve Restaurant

The Reserve Restaurant

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

Richmond

Father's Day RoastLunch or DinnerSpoil Dad, Grandpa, or someone special with our special ths Father's Day, Sunday September 6th.
Stella Restaurant and Bar

Stella Restaurant and Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 9:00 AM

South Yarra

Wednesday Steak Night SpecialFrom 5pm WednesdayJoin us every Wednesday from 5pm for Steak Night and enjoy a 200g MB2 porterhouse served with fries for $35, with your choice of red wine jus or peppercorn sauce. Pair your meal with our curated be...
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...
The Espressonist

The Espressonist

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

Melbourne Docklands

Aperitivo Society 13th August Join us for La Dolce Vita — an Italian-inspired evening celebrating good food, good drinks and great company! On Thursday 13th August from 6:30pm, we're bringing you spritzes, arancini, burrata, ra...
The Havelock Place

The Havelock Place

Sri Lankan   $$$$$   Opens Fri 5:30 PM

Canterbury

Sunday evening live JazzPerfect Sunday night.Join us for an elegant evening of live jazz at The Havelock Place. Unwind, sip, and enjoy the sounds of a perfect Sunday night. Book now via the link below.
Amaru

Amaru

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

Armadale

19 Chef Hat Award
Amaru on High Street in Armadale delivers an experience of excitement, intrigue and intimacy. An amalgamation of words loosely translating to ‘a beautiful place’, the open-concept dining room offer...