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VIC Restaurants With Live Music

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...
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...
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...
Captain Baxter

Captain Baxter

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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...
Meredith Hotel

Meredith Hotel

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

Meredith

Experience great old-fashioned hospitality and quality pub fare with flair at the Meredith Hotel on Staughton Street in Meredith. Chat with locals in the public bar while sipping local beer and win...
Situated on Keilor Road in Essendon, La Vallée Eatery is a warm, spacious café where specialty coffee and flavour-packed comfort food set the tone for relaxed dining. From hearty breakfasts and bru...
Soho Restaurant & Bar

Soho Restaurant & Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Southbank

New Year’s Eve 2026 at NevskyDecember SpecialRing in New Year 2026 with a warm, festive celebration at Nevsky. Enjoy a cozy night filled with delicious food, live music, and dancing till late in a beautifully lit, atmospheric setting. Event...
Club SandwichAvailable Now!Every layer tells a story of deliciousness. ???
Kyneton RSL

Kyneton RSL

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Kyneton

New Year's EveEntertainmentRock 'n' Roll into the New Year at the RSL! Get ready for an unforgettable New Year's Eve as we bid farewell to 2025! The Kyneton RSL is proud to present Fast 59, bringing the golden age of rock ...
Blood Orange

Blood Orange

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Hawthorn

All- Day MenuBook Now!Blood Orange is serving up a vibrant all-day menu filled with brunch favourites and bold, flavour-packed dishes. From prawn toast and Mediterranean eggs to chilli crab scrambled, hearty burgers and...
Host Your Event at Launching PlaceEnquire today!Host your next event at Launching Place Home Hotel in the beautiful Yarra Valley! With spaces for every occasion - from the beer garden for up to 200 guests, bistro for 80, the lounge for 30, or th...
North Port Hotel

North Port Hotel

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Port Melbourne

STEAK DAY - TUESDAYOnly $27!Sink your teeth into Steak Day every Tuesday at North Port Hotel! Enjoy a perfectly cooked 250g sirloin served with crisp fries, fresh roquette salad, and rich Béarnaise sauce — all for just $27. W...
Little Joe

Little Joe

Pizza   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Warburton

Wood-Fired Pizza at Little JoeBook now!Indulge in Little Joe’s wood-fired pizzas, crafted with premium ingredients and irresistible flavour combinations. From classic Margherita and creamy Kipfler potato to bold chorizo, spicy Calabrese...
Itinerant Spirits

Itinerant Spirits

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

Soldiers Hill

Itinerant Spirits Distillery Tour & TastingWeekends from 1pmVenture behind the curtain of Ballarat’s biggest working distillery and watch raw Western Victorian bounty transform into gin, vodka, and whiskey. The sessions run on Saturdays & Sundays from 1pm. ...
The Advocate

The Advocate

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Balwyn

360Q

360Q

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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....
Penny Young

Penny Young

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Moonee Ponds

Prince Patrick Hotel

Prince Patrick Hotel

International   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Collingwood

Snacks & Shares at Prince Patrick HotelWings, Nachos & MoreEnjoy bold, shareable bites at the Prince Patrick Hotel! Feast on the zesty Irish Spice Bag, crispy Real Chips, chargrilled Chicken Skewers with peanut-coriander sauce, or ½kg Buffalo Wings with bl...