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Captain Baxter

Captain Baxter

Asian   $$$$$

St Kilda

New
Year's
Day

NYD Long Lunch

$79 NYD Long Lunch

For the ones chasing chill vibes and a little coastal calm. Settle in for an 8-course shared menu with an Espresso Martini on arrival because nothing says "new year, new me" like a delicious feast ... more
Atria

Atria

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
18 Nov -
20 Dec

Atria's Festive Lunch

Book today!

Elevate your afternoon with lunch at Atria. Enjoy sweeping city views and beautifully crafted seasonal dishes—perfect for business, leisure or a quiet festive escape. This limited lunch series runs... more
Atria

Atria

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
24
Dec

Christmas Eve at Atria

24th December

Celebrate Christmas Eve in style at Atria. Enjoy a festive welcome with a glass of Moët & Chandon NV before indulging in a decadent Chef’s Tasting Menu—three courses for lunch or four for dinner. A... more
Atria

Atria

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Christmas
Day

Atria's Christmas Day Feast

25th December

Make Christmas Day unforgettable at Atria. Savour a luxurious five-course lunch or three- or five-course dinner, each paired with a glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blanc NV. Enhance your experience with ... more
Atria

Atria

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
New
Years
Eve

New Years Eve at Atria

31st December

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Atria! Toast to 2026 with breath-taking city skyline views, exquisite cuisine, and a glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blanc NV. Enjoy a three-course early seating ($18... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan 25 -
31 Mar 26

Pt. Leo Estate Vineyard & Wine Immersion

Ltd. Bookings Essential

Enjoy a guided vineyard tour and in-situ wine tasting with a Wine Ambassadors, light snacks, and a bottle of wine to take home. Inclusions: Guided vineyard walk and tasting with Wine Ambassador... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan 25 -
31 Mar 26

Discover Pt. Leo Estate Lunch, Art & Wine Experience

Bookings Essential

Enjoy a three course menu and wine progression in the Pt. Leo Restaurant, a self-guided tour of the famous Sculpture Park and a personalised, private wine tasting. Inclusions: A welcome glass of... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan 25 -
31 Mar 26

Pt. Leo Estate Vintage Vertical

For Wine Lovers. Book Now

Enter Pt. Leo Estate's museum of wines and experience five vintages of your favourite varietal (Pinot Noir or Chardonnay). Learn about the effects of growing conditions and subtle nuances of the wi... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan 25 -
31 Mar 26

Sculpture Park Cultural Experience & Wine Tasting

World-class Art & Wine

Enjoy a private tour of the Pt. Leo Estate Sculpture Park with a glass of sparkling and light snacks, followed by a personalised, private wine tasting. Inclusions: Welcome drink and a private Sculp... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

14 Chef Hat Award
11 May 25 -
31 Mar 26

Experience the extraordinary - only at Pt. Leo Restaurant

Don't deny yourself

From Melbourne’s tree-lined boulevards to the rolling vineyards of the stunning Mornington Peninsula, take a scenic drive to Pt. Leo Estate, where the extraordinary awaits: The Oscietra Caviar and ... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

14 Chef Hat Award
22 Sep 25 -
31 Mar 26

Evenings Refined. Weekends Redefined.

Insider Tip: Arrive Early

At Pt. Leo Restaurant, evening dining is designed for effortless enjoyment. Sophisticated yet welcoming, with seasonal menus and fine wines to match the Peninsula’s most iconic views - spectacular ... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Nov -
31 Dec

Celebrate the season in style. Celebrate at Pt. Leo Estate

Reserve now

Discover the art of celebration at Pt. Leo Estate, from two-hatted luxury, to relaxed vineyard dining, Pt. Leo Estate offers three distinct venues for festive celebrations: Laura, Pt. Leo Restauran... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan 26 -
8 Mar 26

Summer comes alive at Pt. Leo Estate with Summer Socials

Selling fast. Book today

Summer comes alive at Pt. Leo Estate with Summer Socials - a curated series of six DJ events held on the lawns of the Wine Terrace. This is where vineyard vibes, great food, exceptional wine and wo... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

14 Chef Hat Award
28 Mar 26 -
29 Mar 26

Chin Chin Takes Over Pt. Leo Estate for an Unmissable MFWF Weekend

Don't Miss Out. Book now

Chin 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... more
Luci

Luci

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
14 Oct -
31 Dec

Festive Celebrations

Festive Season Events

From long lunches to sparkling dinners and cocktail parties, celebrate the festive season your way at Luci. Click on more info to book: more
Luci

Luci

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
17 Oct 25 -
17 Oct 26

Chef's Selection Menu

$109 per person

Our Chef’s selection menu offers a sample of favourite dishes and is designed to highlight seasonal ingredients and balance classic and modern sensibilities. Click on more info to book: more
Luci

Luci

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
New
Years
Eve

New Year's Eve Dinner at Luci

Feast Your Way into 2026

Enjoy 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: more
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$

Fitzroy

13 Chef Hat Award
29 Oct -
31 Dec

Private Dining and Events

Enquire Today!

Host your next special occasion at ISH Restaurant, where intimate charm meets exceptional dining. Perfect for private events of up to 40 guests, our team will tailor every detail—from bespoke menus... more
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$

Fitzroy

13 Chef Hat Award
29 Oct -
31 Dec

Chef Selection Menu at ISH

Book Now!

Embark on a flavour-filled journey with ISH Restaurant’s Chef Selection Menu – a vibrant three-course showcase of modern Indian cuisine. Savour inventive bites like Dahi Puri and Roti Duck Tacos be... more
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$

Fitzroy

13 Chef Hat Award
29 Oct -
31 Dec

Celebration Menu

$94.90pp

Celebrate in style with ISH Restaurant’s indulgent Celebration Menu – a four-course feast of modern Indian artistry for $94.90pp. Begin with street-food favourites like Vada Pav and Roti Duck Tacos... more