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Melbourne Modern Australian Restaurants

Luci

Luci

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
New Year's Eve Dinner at LuciFeast Your Way into 2026Enjoy a feast fit for the occasion in the grandeur of Luci with a decadent four-course dinner and optional bottomless drinks to elevate the celebration. Click on more info to book:
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...
Auterra

Auterra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Armadale

12 Chef Hat Award
A Seasonal Share-Style ExperienceBook Now!Experience a bold and seasonal menu at Auterra, where local ingredients shine across playful small plates and refined mains. Highlights include wagyu tartare, Murray cod with native citrus, and duc...
East meets West for a fusion feast at Regale Restaurant on Swanston Street in Carlton. Expect a casual fine dining experience, blending Modern Australian and Asian fusion cuisine in an inviting yet...
Fleet Rooftop Bar

Fleet Rooftop Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 3:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Afternoon Tea in the CloudsEvery SaturdayTake your afternoon to new heights – literally! Join us at Fleet Rooftop Bar, on level 22 of the Vibe Hotel for a High Tea experience with one of the best views in Melbourne. Sit back, relax & watc...
Beverly Rooftop

Beverly Rooftop

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

South Yarra

Lunch with a viewShake up your work dayTake your lunch break to new heights with our panoramic views, seasonal produce and premium plates. Head in Tuesday to Thursday between 12pm – 3pm to select two dishes for $49, or three for $65. Or...
Amaru

Amaru

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:45 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...
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...
Triim

Triim

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 8:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

Entrées That ImpressStart with flavourAt Triim, the dining experience begins with entrées that are crafted to delight. From the warmth of traditional minestrone or the soup of the day, to bruschetta piled high with ripe tomatoes, basil...
Attica

Attica

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

Ripponlea

18 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...
The Reserve Restaurant

The Reserve Restaurant

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

Richmond

Sunday Roast at The Reserve Restaurant $30Every SundayWarm up your Sundays with a hearty classic at The Reserve Restaurant. For just $30, indulge in a traditional Sunday roast served with your choice of a house drink - perfect for a relaxed afternoon ...
All-Day Breakfast Bliss at St Martins CaféBook Now!Start your day right at St Martins Café Restaurant & Bar, where the all-day breakfast menu brings both comfort and creativity to the table. From indulgent Biscoff French Toast and Eggs Benedict wit...
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...
CHRISTMAS LUNCHCHRISTMAS SPECIAL MENU??? Join Us for a Magical Christmas Lunch! ??? This holiday season, treat yourself and your loved ones to a delicious Christmas lunch at Pier 35 Bar and Grill! We’re spreading the festive cheer ...
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...
Located on the edge of Bay and Beach Streets in Port Melbourne, the Pier is just a stone’s throw from the water. Whether you are after a relaxed meal by the beach, a vibrant bar scene, or a versati...
Christmas Lunch25 December 2025Gather your loved ones and make this Christmas extra special at Strato Melbourne. Relish in our carefully crafted buffet and plated mains menu, designed with festive flavours. Pricing: Adults: ...
IDES

IDES

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

Collingwood

17 Chef Hat Award
Elegance and sophistication combine on the plates of IDES in a gastronomic experience well worth journeying out of the city to Smith Street in Collingwood. Previously Attica's pop-up, this now perm...
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...
G&T FridaysCelebrating Women in GinJoin us every Friday night from 5 pm for G&T Fridays. We celebrate women in gin by showcasing a different distillery each week + doing G&Ts for $10! Click on more info to book your table: