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VIC Restaurants With Private Dining

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...
Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
BRUNCH IN THE SKY Elevate Every SaturdayBrunch in the Sky returns to Atria. Commencing 7th of February 2026. A refined daytime dining experience celebrating modern Australian cuisine, seasonal produce and panoramic city views from Level...
Luci

Luci

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

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's Day Dinner4-course and flowing wineJoin us to celebrate with your special person with a 4-course dinner and free-flowing Victorian wines. $195 pp.
Miss Amelie

Miss Amelie

European   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Wodonga

12 Chef Hat Award
Chef’s Choice Degustation at Miss AmelieBook today!Indulge in Miss Amelie’s six-course Chef’s Choice degustation, a refined dining experience showcasing seasonal produce and the kitchen’s signature style. Each course is thoughtfully curated to high...
Elm Dining

Elm Dining

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

Bright

12 Chef Hat Award
Sips & SavouriesEnjoy snacks 4pm-6pmSoak up the afternoon sun and enjoy a variety of snacks and daily wine specials. Simply walk on in!
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...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 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...
Tucked away on Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Vinesmith City Cellar Door is a refined inner-city destination for memorable dining and exceptional wine. The intimate bistro takes inspiration from French ...
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's DaySet menu for two This Valentine’s, we’re turning up the heat, Pincho style. Live tango music kicks off from 7pm. The lighting’s low, the flavours loud, and the vibe? Sensual, playful, unforgettable. You and...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
A Hidden Gem for Unforgettable EventsEnquire Today!Discover Akaiito’s underground speakeasy bar – a unique event space in the heart of Melbourne. Perfect for stand-up functions (up to 120 guests) or seated dinners (up to 60), it features a full AV ...
Tinamba Hotel

Tinamba Hotel

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

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...
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...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
Representing the intersection of old and new, traditional and modern, Eastern and Western, ISH Restaurant is an Indian-inspired drinking and dining experience nestled on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy....
An English Garden Party at The Dining RoomFrom $145 per personStep into a sun-soaked English garden party at The Dining Room, Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill, in collaboration with the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival. Sip Pimm’s, play croquet or bocce on the la...
Shu Restaurant

Shu Restaurant

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Collingwood

14 Chef Hat Award
10-Course Vegan Degustation at Shu$95ppExperience Shu’s renowned 10-course vegan degustation, a boldly creative menu inspired by iconic Sichuan flavours. This elevated plant-based journey showcases innovative techniques, vibrant spices ...
Ming Asian Fusion

Ming Asian Fusion

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:45 AM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
The Woodhouse ExperienceAvailable NowThe Woodhouse Experience is a five-course menu. Chef takes you through a journey of the best of local produce from the UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy; to book your table, call (03) 5443 8671.
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....
Amaru

Amaru

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Haidilao Hotpot Emporium

Haidilao Hotpot Emporium

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Deluxe Build-Your-Own SetAll-you-can-eatDeluxe Build-Your-Own Set is now upgraded with a selection of premium meats, offering two combo options to choose from with unlimited dishes to enjoy. Combo A is priced at $54.9 per person, and Com...