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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...
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 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...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Akaiito Lunch MenuVisit Us Today!Akaiito Lunch menu! For the first time since 2020, Akaiito welcomes you back for lunch. Indulge in a seasonal 2-course $55 or 3-course $68 menu, featuring refined dishes crafted with the freshest i...
Boathouse Daylesford

Boathouse Daylesford

French/European   $$$$$   Opens Wed 11:30 AM

Daylesford

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas LunchBookings are now openChristmas Lunch 2025 Celebrate Christmas with a special lunch at The Boathouse Restaurant in Daylesford. Indulge in a delicious meal by the lake. Adults: $260PP (12+ years) Children: (4-11 ye...
Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Discover the quintessential Melbourne Italian dining experience at Il Bacaro on Little Collins Street in the heart of the city. Executive Chef David Dellai offers a simple yet refined approach to V...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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, ...
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...
Kadota

Kadota

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Daylesford

18 Chef Hat Award
Lovingly crafted Japanese flavours are on the plate at Kadota restaurant on Camp Street in picturesque Daylesford. This warm and inviting venue is the passion project of owners Aaron Schembri and R...
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

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

Collingwood

12 Chef Hat Award
$39 Wagyu WednesdayEvery Wednesday from 5pmExperience Pincho Disco’s flame-grilled Wagyu Steak Night every Wednesday. The Menu – $39pp Flame-grilled Wagyu Rump Steak served with Chimichurri South American slaw Triple-cooked potat...
Two Noble

Two Noble

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Newtown

12 Chef Hat Award
Complimentary Winter IndulgenceBook your table todayThis winter, dinner at Two Noble begins with a gift from us. On Wednesdays and Thursdays, every guest receives a complimentary pour from our premium wine list or a handcrafted cocktail. Savour a gl...
"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,...
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...
Thursday Steak NightSteak Night Special This Thursday in addition to our a la carte, we are featuring gorgeous Gippsland steaks cooked to perfection!
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 ...
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Sault

Sault

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

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
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...