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Melbourne CBD Restaurants With Air Conditioning

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Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
MFWF Event at Miss Mi - Fowl Play: No Boring Birds!Join us for MFWF.Chef Migo Razon from award-winning Miss Mi teams up with Aurum premium poultry and food presenter and passionate Vietnamese home cooking advocate, Duncan Lu, to give specialty poultry an irresistib...
Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
BRUNCH IN THE SKY Elevate Every SaturdayBrunch in the Sky returns to Atria. Commencing 7th of February 2026. A refined daytime dining experience celebrating modern Australian cuisine, seasonal produce and panoramic city views from Level...
Valentine's Day Dinner4-course and flowing wineJoin us to celebrate with your special person with a 4-course dinner and free-flowing Victorian wines. $195 pp.
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 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...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
A Hidden Gem for Unforgettable EventsEnquire Today!Discover Akaiito’s underground speakeasy bar – a unique event space in the heart of Melbourne. Perfect for stand-up functions (up to 120 guests) or seated dinners (up to 60), it features a full AV ...
Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 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...
Limitless at Lexy RestaurantTues- Sat Enjoy 90 mins of unlimited drinks at Lexy Restaurant and Bar. From Tue–Sat, 11:30–3pm: Feast on oysters, X.O. rock lobster, wagyu tartlets & crispy rice bibimbap. Drinks 69pp | Food & Drinks 99pp |...
Deluxe Build-Your-Own SetAll-you-can-eatDeluxe Build-Your-Own Set is now upgraded with a selection of premium meats, offering two combo options to choose from with unlimited dishes to enjoy. Combo A is priced at $54.9 per person, and Com...
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...
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...
Dim Sum Trio - Any 3 in 10 for $26.5Monday to Friday 3-5.30pmOffer valid for dine-in only
Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Situated in the heart of Melbourne City, Chef Hat-awarded Kenzan Japanese Restaurant is a destination for authentic Japanese dining. Since opening its doors in 1981, this oriental restaurant takes ...
Situated on Little Bourke Street in Melbourne’s Chinatown, The Crane Restaurant delivers a classic Cantonese dining experience rich in flavour and tradition. The menu is generous and comforting, sh...
ShanDong MaMa

ShanDong MaMa

Chinese   $$$$$   Open Now

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 ...
Krimper Cafe

Krimper Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sat 8:30 AM

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...
Re-Opening Set MenuFrom 19th Jan Join us for our $46 set menu- only in January
Valentine's Day at La MadonnaLimited seats – Book NowThis Valentine’s Day, elevate your evening with a dining experience crafted for lovers of flavour, elegance, and a little decadence. Settle into the intimate glow of La Madonna — where French techn...
Taste of MaharashtraBook now!Savour the authentic flavours of Maharashtra with our delicious snacks! Crunch into golden Sabudana Wada, enjoy the comforting goodness of Poha with potatoes, peanuts, and coconut, or delight in cr...
A Hereford Beefstouw

A Hereford Beefstouw

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

Restaurant & Catering Association
A Hereford Beefstouw on Duckboard Place in the heart of Melbourne is all about quality steak and great wines, along with art and design. With a long tradition of working with renowned artists and d...
Signature Sweet endingsPerfect for everyoneFinish on a sweet note with our indulgent dessert menu, featuring the Signature Sweet Ending Platter for the ultimate share-style finale. Enjoy classics like New York-style cheesecake, dark chocola...