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Melbourne Restaurants With Private Dining

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.
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...
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...
Tucked away on Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Vinesmith City Cellar Door is a refined inner-city destination for memorable dining and exceptional wine. The intimate bistro takes inspiration from French ...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
A dazzling Red Thread of Fate light fixture twists its way across the dining room welcoming guests to Akaiito on Flinders Lane in Melbourne city. A moody vibe of black marble, dark granite and plus...
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's DaySet menu for two This Valentine’s, we’re turning up the heat, Pincho style. Live tango music kicks off from 7pm. The lighting’s low, the flavours loud, and the vibe? Sensual, playful, unforgettable. You and...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
Two-Hour Unlimited Plant-Based DiningEat Freely This WeekendVisit us at SHU Restaurant and enjoy our $55pp unlimited Yum Cha every weekend lunch. Dine for two hours on nine plant-based dishes, cooked fresh to order an d inspired by modern vegan Sichuan cuis...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 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....
Ming Asian Fusion

Ming Asian Fusion

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

A Refined Dining Experience$59ppExperience refined Asian fusion dining at Ming with a specially curated five-course set menu for just $58 per person. Enjoy handcrafted dim sum, premium wagyu and the visually striking Tai-Ji Fried...
Haidilao Spring Festival Set2 group set menu optionsYear of the Horse Set for 2 to 4 people at $138 and Year of the Horse Set for 4 to 6 people at $288 are available from 10 February all day. Each set features a generous selection of dishes perfect ...
Valentine's Day Dinning Celebrate love with us!Celebrate Valentine’s Day at 1912 Restaurant, Riverlea Estate, on Saturday 14th February with a romantic dining experience. Enjoy a specially curated modern Australian menu crafted with seasonal pr...
Cha Ching

Cha Ching

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

Yum ChaSaturday and SundayDumplings on repeat? Yes please. Book Yum Cha at Cha Ching for a 90-minute all-you-can-eat feast of handcrafted dumplings, bao, fried rice, noodles and more, plus the option to upgrade to Yum Cha x...
Amaru

Amaru

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Indian"
Machan Indian Restaurant

Machan Indian Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Eltham

Starters to ShareBold BeginningsOur entrée menu is perfect for sharing, from crispy samosas and pakoras to chicken tikka, lamb kebabs, fish tikka, and tandoori mushrooms. Each dish is marinated and cooked with aromatic spices in ...
Vue de Monde

Vue de Monde

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
Soho Restaurant & Bar

Soho Restaurant & Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Southbank

Happy Hour Monday to Friday Need an after-work drink? Soho Restaurant and Bar’s Happy Hour has you covered. Unwind in the heart of the city with great vibes and great value, Monday to Friday from 3pm–6pm. It’s the perfect exc...
Republica

Republica

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

St Kilda

Restaurant & Catering Association
Monday Pizza Night$20 Pizzas from 5pm
Kumo Izakaya

Kumo Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Brunswick East

Restaurant & Catering Association
Taste the Romance This Valentine’s14th of February Join us and celebrate Valentine’s Day at Kumo Izakaya with a curated banquet designed to be shared. Enjoy thoughtfully paced courses, seasonal touches, and a subtle nod to romance. Menus available ...
Meat Flour Wine Berwick

Meat Flour Wine Berwick

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Narre Warren

Dinner in the Dark at Meat Flour Wine 14th FebruaryThis Valentine’s Day, surrender to Italian romance at Meat Flour Wine. Flickering candlelight, bold flavours, and a night made for temptation. Tables of two are limited so get in early! Please note...