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Melbourne Northern Suburbs Modern Australian Restaurants

Naught Distilling

Naught Distilling

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

Eltham

Signature Drinks, Stylish VibesCrafted Cocktails & GinAt Naught Distilling in Eltham, VIC, we craft award-winning Australian gins and serve them in expertly mixed cocktails in a stylish speakeasy-inspired setting. Enjoy classic and signature drinks al...
Duck and Pinot NightThursday 21 MayA night of Duck and Pinot with Tom McCarthy of Quealy Wines
Oh Loretta Wine Bar

Oh Loretta Wine Bar

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

Northcote

A lively local favourite on High Street in Northcote, Oh Loretta Wine Bar is all about honest hospitality, great drinks and a relaxed community vibe. The bar proudly supports small growers, indepen...
bar libretto

bar libretto

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Ascot Vale

Casually Refined Dining & Curated WinesSeasonal DishesAt Bar Libretto, we’re a casually refined wine bar and dining destination in the heart of Ascot Vale, focused on seasonally inspired bistro-style food and an exceptional selection of wines, craft b...
All Day DinningRelax, Dine and Unwind Visit La Vallee in Essendon for a relaxed café and dining experience. Open seven days, enjoy specialty coffee, breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with wood-fired pizzas, pastas, steaks and café cl...
Toil & Trouble

Toil & Trouble

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

Brunswick East

Located on Lygon Street, Brunswick East, Toil & Trouble is a vibrant community bar and restaurant built on sustainability, sociability and genuine hospitality. Designed as a safe, welcoming space, ...
A Fresh Take on Modern Australian CuisineLocal Produce, ReimaginedAt Hold Eatery, we bring people together over seasonal, produce-driven dishes that celebrate creativity and connection. Our menu blends elevated brunch favourites with refined, share-style dining, ...
Mr McCracken

Mr McCracken

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

Essendon Fields

Restaurant & Catering Association
Happy HourFriday 4 pm-6 pm$6 pots, $12 pints, $8 house wine & sparkling, $12 Aperol Spritz. Complimentary bar snacks 5 pm–6 pm, to book your table, call (03) 9379 1812.
Gracie's Restaurant

Gracie's Restaurant

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

Strath Creek

Gracie's Restaurant Flowerdale EstateSet in Flowerdale Estate’s historic 1842 homestead, Gracie's is led by Michelin-star experienced Executive Chef Dominic Grundy and is a regional food lover's ideal destination. Premium quality, in-...
Greasy Zoes

Greasy Zoes

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 PM

Hurstbridge

16 Chef Hat Award
Etta

Etta

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

Brunswick East

12 Chef Hat Award
Emil's Cafe

Emil's Cafe

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Pascoe Vale

Nestled on Reynard Street in Pascoe Vale South, Emil's Cafe is a heartwarming story brought to life — two brothers with over 15 years of hospitality experience transforming the family home they gre...
A local favourite on Lygon Street in Brunswick East, Mr Wilkinson is a laid-back bar and eatery where good food, drinks and community come together from morning through to night. Inspired by the su...
Souva So Good

Souva So Good

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

Ivanhoe

Blu on Bell

Blu on Bell

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Preston

Demazzi

Demazzi

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Essendon