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Melbourne Restaurants With Takeaway

ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
A New Era of Indian VegetarianFlavour Without LimitsAt ISH, our vegetarian dishes are bursting with flavour, texture and creativity. We bring a modern take to Indian cuisine, crafting vibrant plates designed to surprise and delight with every bite. ...
A Journey Through Japanese CuisineTaste, Art, and TraditionExperience the art of Japanese dining at Komeyui Brisbane. Join us for seasonal omakase, kaiseki, sushi, and sashimi, crafted with precision and care. Enjoy curated tasting events, sake pairings, a...
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

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 12:00 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...
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...
Captain Baxter

Captain Baxter

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

St Kilda

Happy Hour$12 Spritz, $15 Cocktails$12 Spritz, $15 Cocktails Thursday – Friday 5pm – 7pm Golden hour just got even better. Sip, relax, and soak up those unbeatable beachside views as the sun sets over Port Phillip Bay. Whethe...
Haidilao Hotpot Emporium

Haidilao Hotpot Emporium

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

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 ...
Roule Galette Flinders Lane

Roule Galette Flinders Lane

French   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

Pork Belly GaletteSummer SpecialSlow cooked pork belly, coleslaw, apple, home made glaze and pork crackle. Yummy!
Cha Ching

Cha Ching

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

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...
Cafe Grove

Cafe Grove

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Diggers Rest

Tradie Deal$10, Available NowBacon, egg, and cheese muffin with a small coffee for $10. Upgrade to a Medium coffee for $11 or a Large for $12.
Yuni's Kitchen

Yuni's Kitchen

Indonesian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Northcote

Authentic Indonesian FlavoursTradition Meets TasteJoin us at Yuni’s Kitchen! We serve authentic Indonesian cuisine inspired by family recipes from Jakarta, Yogyakarta, and Bali. Enjoy our signature dishes like beef rendang, laksa, gado gado, and f...
"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 ...
Gamasot K BBQ

Gamasot K BBQ

Korean   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

South Melbourne

Korean BBQ Korean FlavourAt Gamasot K BBQ, our lunch deals make Korean BBQ delicious and affordable. Choose from our crispy, juicy fried chicken set or hearty BBQ meal combos with premium meats, all around $19-$20 (with LA...
Il Caminetto

Il Caminetto

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Moonee Ponds

Cacio e Pepe, Straight From The Cheese Wheel!Every TuesdayMake Tuesdays irresistible at Il Caminetto with their iconic cacio e pepe served straight from the cheese wheel. Watch silky pasta tossed tableside with cracked pepper and pecorino, creating rich, ...
La Camera Southgate

La Camera Southgate

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Southbank

Southbank Community Nights 2025- Innovative Dining ExperiencesWine & Dine, EventsSOUTHBANK COMMUNITY NIGHTS – 22 YEARS IN THE MAKING. For 22 years, our innovative Southbank Community Nights have been a favourite among members and locals alike, and in 2026, they’re getting even ...
The Elstern Social

The Elstern Social

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Elsternwick

The right way to start the weekEvery MondayJoin us every Monday at The Elstern Soical and enjoy our fluffy eggs with crispy bacon tucked inside a freshly baked bread roll. Finished with your choice of sauce. Try our perfect breakfast-on-the...
Honey Dee Loukoumades

Honey Dee Loukoumades

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Hoppers Crossing

Where the Sweetness RollsLoukoumades on the MoveIndulge in Honey Dee’s famous loukoumades and shakes! Visit our Hoppers Crossing store or find our food truck at pop-ups, markets, festivals, and food truck parks across Melbourne, Geelong, and reg...
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 11:30 AM

Narre Warren

Lunches now available at Meat Flour Wine Berwick!Available nowMeat Flour Wine Berwick is now offering weekday lunches from 11:30am until 3:00pm. Come in and enjoy a casual or business lunch any day of the week and experience wood fired pizza, coal cooked stea...