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Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable MFWF WeekendDon't Miss 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...
Luci

Luci

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
New Year's Eve Dinner at LuciFeast Your Way into 2026Enjoy a feast fit for the occasion in the grandeur of Luci with a decadent four-course dinner and optional bottomless drinks to elevate the celebration. Click on more info to book:
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Eve Dinner at Miss Mi Melbourne2-course menu + sparklingLooking for an unforgettable Christmas Eve dinner in Melbourne? Experience the festive season with a vibrant Southeast Asian twist at Miss Mi Melbourne, located in the heart of the CBD. On Tuesday ...
Komeyui Restaurant

Komeyui Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 11:30 AM

South Melbourne

12 Chef Hat Award
Bringing harmony, unity and binding people together through food is the aim of Komeyui Japanese Restaurant on Ferrars Street in South Melbourne. Hailing from a fishing village in Hokkaido, Executiv...
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 MFWF WeekendDon't miss 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...
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...
Tinamba Hotel

Tinamba Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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 Thu 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...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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...
Pincho Disco

Pincho Disco

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens Thu 12:00 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 ...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
A dazzling Red Thread of Fate light fixture twists its way across the dining room welcoming guests to Akaiito on Flinders Lane in Melbourne city. A moody vibe of black marble, dark granite and plus...
Boathouse Daylesford

Boathouse Daylesford

French/European   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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...
Auterra

Auterra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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, ...
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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Thu 11:45 AM

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,...
Take in panoramic views of rolling vineyards as you dine in style at Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door in Moorooduc. Located a short drive from Mornington on Moorooduc Highway, this destination ...
Potluck

Potluck

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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 ...
Giant Chocolate Christmas Bauble Making13-14 & 20-21 Dec 9am-5pmGet merry with our Christmas chocolate making bauble experience! Visitors of all ages can make their very own delicious chocolate creation choc-full of toppings. It’s a magical gift for a loved ...