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Melbourne Restaurants With Private Dining

Luci

Luci

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 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:
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

13 Chef Hat Award
Private Dining and EventsEnquire Today!Host your next special occasion at ISH Restaurant, where intimate charm meets exceptional dining. Perfect for private events of up to 40 guests, our team will tailor every detail—from bespoke menus...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 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...
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...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 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...
Auterra

Auterra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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...
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
$39 Wagyu WednesdayEvery Wednesday from 5pmExperience Pincho Disco’s flame-grilled Wagyu Steak Night every Wednesday. The Menu – $39pp Flame-grilled Wagyu Rump Steak served with Chimichurri South American slaw Triple-cooked potat...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
Plant-based modern Sichuan cuisine is what awaits Collingwood diners at Shu Restaurant on Johnson Street. Named after owner and Chef, Shu Liu, chill out in fun and funky surrounds of neon lighting,...
Club SandwichAvailable Now!Every layer tells a story of deliciousness. ???
Ming Asian Fusion

Ming Asian Fusion

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Function Room - With Karaoke, licensed for up to 120 people until 1 amNo Minimum Spend!Our spacious function room offers the perfect blend of sophistication and fun - ideal for birthdays, corporate gatherings and special celebrations. Featuring a large private space with karaoke, a h...
Sassy Italian Restaurant

Sassy Italian Restaurant

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

West Melbourne

Christmas Lunch at Sassy ItalianLive Band, Set MenuIndulge 5 courses menu with drinks inclusive from 12pm.
Izakaya Miyazaki

Izakaya Miyazaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

An Authentic Izakaya ExperienceShare the izakaya wayStep into Izakaya Miyazaki and discover the warmth and vibrancy of Japanese izakaya dining. Share plates of fresh sashimi, grilled skewers and seasonal specials, all crafted to pair perfectly with ...
Amaru

Amaru

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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...
Vue de Monde

Vue de Monde

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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...
Bouzy Rouge

Bouzy Rouge

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Richmond

Happy Hour at Bouzy Rouge Everyday Sip Happens every day at Bouzy Rouge! Join the fun from 3pm to 6pm for Happy Hour on Bridge Road, Richmond. Enjoy $8 wines and sangria, $10 pints or spritzes, and a $15 cocktail of the day. Whether...
The Boot Factory

The Boot Factory

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Coburg

The Boot Factory After Dark: Harper & Sole ShinesOpen November 28Harper & Sole is a celebration of authentic flavour and shared moments - a dining experience nestled inside Coburg’s familiar Boot Factory café, reimagined by night.
Attica

Attica

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
$40 PASTA + VINO every Wednesday evening The ultimate midweek catch up with family or friends! Your choice of pasta + a glass of wine for just $40.
Criniti's Southbank

Criniti's Southbank

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 8:30 AM

Southbank

Chef's Special$20 Dubai Chocolate PizzaA golden, crispy kataifi pastry base lovingly smothered with velvety pistachio spread, then crowned with luscious chocolate ganache and a sprinkle of pistachio crumble. ????? This masterpiece ...
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...