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VIC Restaurants With Catering

Chef’s Tasting Dinner ExperiencePlates & WineJoin us at Tulip for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30pm in Geelong West. Enjoy a relaxed, contemporary dining experience featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from wine and sn...
Komeyui Restaurant

Komeyui Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

South Melbourne

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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. ...
Oxi Tea Room

Oxi Tea Room

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Tinamba Hotel

Tinamba Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:45 AM

Tinamba

12 Chef Hat Award
Serving hungry and thirsty locals for almost 150 years, Tinamba Hotel on Tinamba Seaton Road is one of Gippsland’s finest dining destinations. From the first-class ambience of the dining room, loun...
Captain Baxter

Captain Baxter

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Ming Asian Fusion

Ming Asian Fusion

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 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...
360Q

360Q

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

Queenscliff

New Summer Menu LaunchedCome and try it today!Our new summer menu has officially landed! Fresh, vibrant and made for long, lazy days by the harbour, our latest menu is all about bold flavours, seasonal produce and beautifully balanced dishes....
TUCKA @ Maffco

TUCKA @ Maffco

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

Maffra

12 Chef Hat Award
Brewery Dining ExperienceFood with Craft BrewsDiscover our hearty brewery food, perfectly paired with Gippsland-inspired beers and seasonal brews. Our menu features southern-smoked BBQ meats, artisan burgers, fresh salads and wood-fired flavou...
Bottomless BrunchBook Now!Gather your crew and settle in for a decadent feast featuring a carefully curated selection of gourmet brunch dishes, from hearty classics to lighter, seasonal delights. Sip your way through a sele...
Yuni's Kitchen

Yuni's Kitchen

Indonesian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Halo-Halo HappinessLayered with LoveAt Soul Food Cuisine, our halo-halo is a Filipino-style shaved ice dessert layered with sweetened beans, fresh fruits, and jellies, then topped with creamy milk, Leche flan, purple yam jam, and pur...
The Elstern Social

The Elstern Social

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Il Caminetto

Il Caminetto

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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, ...
Honey Dee Loukoumades

Honey Dee Loukoumades

Greek   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Republica

Republica

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

St Kilda

Restaurant & Catering Association
Monday Pizza Night$20 Pizzas from 5pm
Gourmet Napoli-Style PizzaPure Pizza GoodnessDiscover gourmet pizza crafted the authentic Napoli way at Art Deco. Using imported Italian flour, creamy locally made Fior di Latte and premium fresh toppings, every slice highlights quality and f...
The Classic ComboLunch Made EasyCraving a classic? Enjoy our delicious burgers paired with golden, crispy chips perfect for lunch or a quick bite. Eat in and relax, or grab your meal to takeaway if you’re on the go. Friendly serv...
Bibiji

Bibiji

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 5:30 PM

Carlton

A Fresh Take on Indian ClassicsSpice, Smoke & DeliciousExperience bold, modern Indian flavours at Bibi Ji on Lygon Street in Carlton. Our vibrant, colourful diner serves a fresh take on Indian classics, blending traditional street-inspired snacks, rich...