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Melbourne CBD Restaurants With Air Conditioning

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Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Lunch at Miss Mi3-courses + Xmas cocktailLocated in the heart of the CBD, Miss Mi Melbourne is serving up a vibrant Christmas Day dining experience. Indulge in a feast that celebrates bold Southeast Asian inspiration and Chef Migo Razon's...
Christmas Day LunchIndulgent 5-course feastJoin us this Christmas Day for a spectacular five-course menu. An indulgent Italian-inspired feast including seafood & antipasto sharing platter on arrival, choice of mains with sides and a decaden...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 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...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Flower drum has a well known history amongst foodies and Melbournians alike. An unlikely building is the venue for this Cantonese culinary delight, which is accessed predominantly by a lift, or sta...
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...
Vue de Monde

Vue de Monde

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Bomba

Bomba

Spanish   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Bottomless Saturdays at BombaPour it. Plate it. RepeatBomba’s $75 Bottomless Lunch is your Saturday sorted. Think endless cocktails, wine, beer, and a generous spread of Spanish tapas—served until 3pm. From rich croquettes to vibrant verdura, it’s a f...
Ishizuka

Ishizuka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
A secret within Melbourne’s city centre, Ishizuka on Bourke Street offers a refined Kaiseki experience, reflecting the pinnacle of fine dining in an intimate, subterranean restaurant space. Kaiseki...
ShanDong MaMa

ShanDong MaMa

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

It’s all about Mama’s delicious dumplings at ShanDong MaMa on Bourke Street in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Expect unique northern Chinese-inspired fare at this authentic eatery, where everything ...
Elegant Events at La MadonnaHost in style!Elevate your next gathering at La Madonna, where our entire floor at Next Hotel Melbourne offers versatile spaces for private dining, cocktail parties, and corporate events. From the moody Barrel R...
SUD Food & Wine

SUD Food & Wine

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

A Night in Sicily: 5-Course Dinner at SUD25th October Experience a Sicilian 5-course dinner with wine at SUD Food & Wine on Saturday, 25 October 2025. For $139 per person, enjoy classic dishes including Scacciata bread, chargrilled octopus salad, bake...
A Hereford Beefstouw

A Hereford Beefstouw

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Restaurant & Catering Association
The Feast – Two-Course Dining Experience$115 Per PersonFor $115 per person, enjoy The Feast—a curated two-course menu for groups of 4 or more. Start with gravad lax salmon, seared tuna, or chicken wings, then indulge in a 1.5kg tomahawk steak, slow-coo...
Krimper Cafe

Krimper Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

Tucked away on the cobbled charm of Guildford Lane, Krimper Café feels like a hidden world within Melbourne’s bustling CBD. Once a 19th-Century warehouse, its raw, industrial bones have been beauti...
Box Seafood Restaurant

Box Seafood Restaurant

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

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Amici Trattoria

Amici Trattoria

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Authentic Italian Flavors at Amici TrattoriaTry us today!Discover authentic Italian flavors at Amici Trattoria, where every dish is crafted with passion. Indulge in our fresh Fettuccine Sapore with chicken, garlic, and spinach in a creamy sauce, or savor...
IKKAI

IKKAI

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

M10-12 Delmonico Sukiyaki SetNEW ReleaseIndulge in the rich flavours of Japan with our M10-12 Delmonico Sukiyaki Set! Perfect for sharing, this premium experience is designed for 2-4 people. Gather your friends and savour the finest Wagy...
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...
FlamencaSpring SpecialGalette with Chorizo, roasted capsicum, Swiss cheese, homemade Chimichurri. Add jalapenos if you like.
Saint & Rogue

Saint & Rogue

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

Melbourne CBD

Tucked into Little Collins Street in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Saint & Rogue is an upmarket but down-to-earth restaurant & bar, with a strong focus on creating a classy and comfortable atmosphere...
For a taste to remember head to Ginger Olive on Manchester Lane in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. This sleek bar and bistro rocks a laneway vibe of potted palms and fairy lights, while indoors prese...