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Melbourne Modern Australian Restaurants

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.
Lunch Set Menu 1, 2 or 3 coursesEnjoy 1 course for $35, 2 courses for $45 or 3 courses for $55. The perfect midday escape.
Oxi Tea Room

Oxi Tea Room

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Lexy’s New Winter MenuReserve Winter Warmth!Lexy on Flinders Lane heats up winter with Ken Leung’s bold new pan-Asian menu. Premium hits like X.O Rock Lobster, Alaskan Crab Korokke and caviar on shokupan bring refined depth to moody nights a...
Plough Hotel

Plough Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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 ...
The Clifton Hill Hotel

The Clifton Hill Hotel

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

Clifton Hill

Steak DayEvery MondayMake Mondays something to look forward to at The Clifton Hill Hotel. Sink your teeth into a perfectly cooked $27 sirloin with golden chips, fresh salad and your choice of sauce, plus a range of ste...
Amaru

Amaru

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 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...
Beverly Rooftop

Beverly Rooftop

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

South Yarra

Golden HourAfter work sessionsJoin us for limited edition $30 food and beverage pairings developed by Head Chef, David Ball and Bar Manager, Rico Deang, and a range of $10 drinks specials every Monday to Friday from 4pm to 6pm ...
Happy Hour Wednesday to Saturday 3pm-6pm$15 Wine and BravasJoin us Wednesday to Saturday for Happy Hour when $15 will get you a glass of wine and a bowl of delicious, crispy potato bravas. If the weather is fine relax in the courtyard and listen to the cur...
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...
The Flying Duck Hotel

The Flying Duck Hotel

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

Prahran

Weekday Happy Hour At Flying Duck Hotel4pm–6pm WeekdaysJoin us every weekday from 4pm–6pm for Happy Hour at Flying Duck Hotel. Unwind with $8 schooners and $9 house wine in a relaxed, welcoming setting—perfect for after-work catch-ups or an easy early ...
The Espressonist
Docklands Brunch & All-Day DiningModern Australian flavourVisit The Espressonist Docklands today, your destination for specialty Zest coffee, all-day brunch, and evening dining with share plates, fresh seafood, and succulent steak. Relax by the Yarra Mari...
Thursday Steak NightEvery Thursday from 5pmJoin us for steak night every Thursday and enjoy a 300gm Angus Scotch steak accompanied by one side from our seasonal menu for $55.00 per person.
OPPEN

OPPEN

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

Windsor

Scandi-Inspired Brunch & Coffee In WindsorBook NowJoin us at Oppen for a fresh take on brunch in the heart of Windsor, where Scandinavian-inspired flavours meet modern Australian dining. From our signature Scandi Board with cured salmon and rye to...
Attica

Attica

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

Ripponlea

17 Chef Hat Award
Dining at Attica on Glen Eira Road in Ripponlea is a commitment of time and money – there are beautiful, rare and unique ingredients and eclectic tunes, but most of all there’s Ben Shewry’s innovat...
Showcasing Mother Nature through fine food, Restaurant Gaea on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy offers intimate degustation dining in sleek and trendy surroundings. This petit venue, which can accommodat...
Tucked away in the 170-year-old bluestone cellar of the historic Victoria Brewery on Victoria Parade in East Melbourne, Life's Too Short Bar is Melbourne's most romantic hidden wine and cocktail ba...
Meaning ‘local’ in Cherokee, Navi on Gamon Street in Yarraville is a nod to Chef and owner Julian Hills’ American heritage. From foraging for ingredients to the handmade ceramics and the final dish...
The Advocate

The Advocate

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

Balwyn

The Perfect Blend of Taste & AtmosphereDine, Sip, and SavourAt The Advocate, we offer a refined Modern Australian dining experience with an internationally-inspired menu and handcrafted cocktails. Our stylish spaces feature marble tables, a whisky wall, a h...
Nestled on Little Collins Street in Melbourne CBD, Tomo’s Little Collins is a cosy, relaxed café offering a thoughtful blend of all-day breakfast favourites and daily rotating lunch bowls. The menu...