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Join us and celebrate with live music, art & activities for all!Tickets required to enterOn Saturday 25 October 2025, Pt. Leo Estate will mark its 8th birthday with a day of celebration in its world-class Sculpture Park, inviting locals and visitors alike to experience Lost in Music - ...
Discover the art of Burgundy, at Laura, Pt. Leo EstateSaturday Oct 25thLaura, the two-hatted jewel of Pt. Leo Estate and a proud member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux collection, will host a one-night-only Burgundy celebration. Inspired by her recent travels, aw...
Auterra

Auterra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Those seeking over 133 years of winemaking excellence paired with seriously good food head to Brown Brothers Restaurant on Bobinawarrah Road in Milawa. Nestled in Brown Brothers Vineyard, dine alfr...
Fleet Rooftop Bar

Fleet Rooftop Bar

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

Melbourne CBD

Afternoon Tea in the CloudsEvery SaturdayTake your afternoon to new heights – literally! Join us at Fleet Rooftop Bar, on level 22 of the Vibe Hotel for a High Tea experience with one of the best views in Melbourne. Sit back, relax & watc...
Experience the best of the Mornington Peninsula in a relaxed bespoke environment at Moke Dining on Cook Street in Flinders. Once through the leadlight windowed door, take in a refined ambience of c...
Group Dining Among the VinesBook your group tableGather your friends, family, or colleagues and enjoy a group dining experience in our spacious restaurant overlooking the rolling vineyards. For groups of 15+, we offer a tailored group menu showca...
Where Conversations & Cuisine MeetWeekend Vibes, Always OnCurated plates, crafted cocktails and conversations that linger - Alium sets the scene for connection and flavour worth slowing down for. Whether it’s a midweek catch-up or a weekend celebration, e...
Thursday Steak NightSteak Night Special This Thursday in addition to our a la carte, we are featuring gorgeous Gippsland steaks cooked to perfection!
Monday Grill Night at Regale start from $49Every Monday NightMonday Grill Night at Regale with premium cuts grilled to perfection, paired with indulgent sides, sauces and unlimited shared table treats. Main $49 - grilled sliced chicken Maryland; salmon fille...
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Offering up a taste of some of Daylesford’s freshest produce combined with smooth sophistication and elegant style is Chef Hat-awarded Sault on Ballan Daylesford Road. Views are abundant and inspir...
Luci

Luci

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Day LunchIndulgent 5-course feastJoin us this Christmas Day for a spectacular five-course menu. An indulgent Italian-inspired feast including seafood & antipasto sharing platter on arrival, choice of mains with sides and a decaden...
6 course Tasting MenuAvailable on all sittingsOur signature dining experience is our chef’s selection of dishes, consisting of two entrees, two mains, side to share and two desserts with optional wine pairing, featuring Gippsland producers. ...
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...
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...
Amaru

Amaru

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:45 PM

Armadale

19 Chef Hat Award
Amaru on High Street in Armadale delivers an experience of excitement, intrigue and intimacy. An amalgamation of words loosely translating to ‘a beautiful place’, the open-concept dining room offer...
Vue de Monde has been synonymous with Melbourne dining for more than 20 years, continuing to present beautiful food that not only appeals to a sense of luxury, but also honesty, integrity and an in...
All-Day Breakfast Bliss at St Martins CaféBook Now!Start your day right at St Martins Café Restaurant & Bar, where the all-day breakfast menu brings both comfort and creativity to the table. From indulgent Biscoff French Toast and Eggs Benedict wit...
The Reserve Restaurant

The Reserve Restaurant

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

Richmond

Sunday Roast at The Reserve Restaurant $30Every SundayWarm up your Sundays with a hearty classic at The Reserve Restaurant. For just $30, indulge in a traditional Sunday roast served with your choice of a house drink - perfect for a relaxed afternoon ...
Seasonal Mains at Five FlagsDiscover your new favouriAt Five Flags Hotel, our mains are crafted to please every appetite, from pub classics to refined plates. Tuck into chicken schnitzel, a smoky chicken parmigiana, or the Angus beef burger stacked w...