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VIC Restaurants With Dairy Free Options

Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable Weekend. Almost Sold OutAlmost Sold Out. Book nowChin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a one-off MFWF weekend blending bold Southeast Asian flavours with Spanish flair at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Enjoy a four-hands luxe menu at La...
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...
Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
New Years Eve at Atria31st DecemberCelebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Atria! Toast to 2026 with breath-taking city skyline views, exquisite cuisine, and a glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blanc NV. Enjoy a three-course early seating ($18...
Laura

Laura

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

Merricks North

16 Chef Hat Award
Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable Weekend. Almost Sold OutAlmost Sold Out. Book nowChin Chin joins Pt. Leo Estate for a one-off MFWF weekend blending bold Southeast Asian flavours with Spanish flair at one of Victoria’s most iconic destinations. Enjoy a four-hands luxe menu at La...
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Miss Mi Private DiningMelbourne CBD functionsWith effortless cool vibes and vibrant aesthetics, Miss Mi restaurant and bar makes getting everyone together a breeze. Look no further for a venue offering delicious private dining in Melbourne CB...
Tinamba Hotel

Tinamba Hotel

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

Tinamba

13 Chef Hat Award
6-course Tasting MenuAvailable on All SittingsOur signature dining experience is our Chef’s selection of dishes, consisting of two entrees, two mains, a side to share and two desserts with optional wine pairing, featuring Gippsland producers. ...
Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
New Years Eve at Il Barco$135ppCelebrate New Year's Eve in Venetian style at Il Bacaro. Enjoy exquisite three-course cuisine by Executive Chef David Dellai, featuring summer’s finest produce, paired with guidance from expert som...
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

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

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
New Year’s Eve 2025$119ppRing in 2026 the loud, lavish, unforgettable way. For $119pp, enjoy an all-night NYE celebration featuring an indulgent tasting menu, a celebratory drink on arrival, and a live band to fire up the ...
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...
Auterra

Auterra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 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...
The Slow LunchFive-course DegustationJoin us in the slow lane for The Slow Lunch: a 5-course degustation matched to premium Brown Brothers wines. Featuring a showcase of our finest restaurant offerings straight from the Kitchen Garden...
The Dining Room restaurant on Arthurs Seat Road in Red Hill does regional dining right. Nestled in Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill vineyard, this dining destination is the ideal spot to enjoy long, ...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Follow the aroma of delicious smokiness to The Woodhouse Bar and Grill on Williamson Street in Bendigo. This steakhouse and red gum grill is a local favourite presenting a rustic dining experience,...
Belgrave Hotel

Belgrave Hotel

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Belgrave

MERRY CHRISTMASHappy New YearWishing all of our customers a very merry Christmas & a safe & happy new year!
The Fitzroy Beer Garden

The Fitzroy Beer Garden

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Fitzroy

Happy Hour at The Fitzroy Beer Garden!5pm-7pm WeekdaysUnwind at The Fitzroy Beer Garden with our unbeatable Happy Hour, running Monday to Friday from 5pm to 7pm. Sip on $7 wines, $9 pints and spirits, or treat yourself to 2 for $35 signature cocktails...
Potluck

Potluck

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Caulfield

12 Chef Hat Award
Inspired by family dinners and growing up in a diverse Asian family, Potluck on Glen Huntly Road in Caulfield starts in China but your plate could end up anywhere. Have a drink, eat, listen, dance ...
Neeri Nuff Wine Bar & Kitchen

Neeri Nuff Wine Bar & Kitchen

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

Neerim

13 Chef Hat Award
For a dining experience that is truly connected to the land and people who nurture it, head to Neeri Nuff Wine Bar & Kitchen on Main Neerim Road in Neerim. A stylish vibe of dark teal walls, banque...
Regale Restaurant

Regale Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:30 PM

Carlton

12 Chef Hat Award
East meets West for a fusion feast at Regale Restaurant on Swanston Street in Carlton. Expect a casual fine dining experience, blending Modern Australian and Asian fusion cuisine in an inviting yet...
Emerald City

Emerald City

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

Healesville

14 Chef Hat Award
Yarra Valley’s first exclusive four-seater restaurant, Emerald City on Maroondah Highway in Healesville, takes you on a gastronomic journey behind the emerald curtain with celebrated Chef, Joel Ald...
Taste & Create Rocky Road Workshop6 JanuaryTaste your way through 12 of our most popular handcrafted chocolates, then get creative and make your own Rocky Road masterpiece! Choose from dozens of exotic ingredients and blend with our couvert...