The best dining pop-ups, specials and deals in Melbourne
From happy hour specials to festive pop-ups and the best lunch deals, here's where to dine this Christmas.
Menu specials, deals and events
One Queen
Enjoy a delicious fusion of British & Indian traditions, with fresh $26 tiffins each week, Mon-Fri.
One Queen
Enjoy a $45 tiffin dinner set with 5 dishes, plus chef's choice of small plate & dessert, Mon-Sat.
One Queen
Enjoy wine by the glass, beer, spirits and bites from just $8, Monday to Saturday 5pm-6pm.
Kombu
To say thank you for your support, Kombu is putting on a week of special promos. 20-24 Oct.
Lune
An after-hours, 6-course dining experience with matched drinks. Oct 31-Nov 29. Fri and Sat, 6pm.
Thai Tide
Enjoy freshly shucked $3 oysters with Thai-inspired condiments, Thu-Sat, noon–3pm.
Seoul Garden Korean BBQ Buffet
Feast at the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet (excludes BBQ & hotpot), $19.90 or $11.90 for kids.
Miss Ping's
Enjoy a lunch set of 2 spring rolls, your choice of main and an iced lemon tea for just $19.90
Yassas - The Greek Way
Enjoy 90-minutes of free-flowing beer or wine, plus pita and the Kalamaki platter, everyday $69pp.
Yassas - The Greek Way
Enjoy a souvlaki combo with chips plus a drink; $14.90 for a mini-souv, or $19.90 for a regular.
Johnny's Green Room
Enjoy seasonal street food from local guest chefs, natural wines and DJs at this monthly series.
Marmont
Enjoy two pieces of fried chicken with seasoned chips for $25. Mondays, lunch and dinner.
Hotel Nacional
Enjoy steamed rice loaded with your choice of chicken, pork or jackfruit. Mon–Fri, noon–3pm, $20pp.
Hotel Nacional
Choose from 10 margaritas, including classic, spicy, frozen and smokey mezcal.
SilkSpoon
Victor Liong and Dal Zotto Wines team up for a fresh summer BBQ and happy hour. 31 Oct. $45pp.
The Lincoln
Enjoy a rotating roast (pork, lamb & beef), with Yorkshire pudding, spuds and seasonal veg, $35pp.
The Douglas Club
Sample a curated cocktail menu inspired by destinations across the globe, $21 each.
Waterslide Bar
Enjoy 2-for-1 margaritas, palomas and El Diablo tequila cocktails, all day Sunday!
Transport Public Bar
Enjoy a 300g Black Angus porterhouse with crispy frites and garlic butter. Wednesdays, all day.
Transport Public Bar
Head to Transport on Tuesdays for 2 tacos for $10 and $10 margaritas, all day.
Brunetti Classico
Enjoy a pasta and a wine or soft drink for $29. Available Monday to Thursday, 5-8pm.
Transport Public Bar
Enjoy $12.50 house wines, $12.50 pints, $15 spritzes and more. Monday to Thursday, 4pm to 7pm.
Cay Cay Asian Fusion
Visit during happy hour to enjoy $7 selected beer & wine plus $10 cocktails. 5pm to 6:30pm daily.
The Q Rooftop Bar
Quench that well-earned thirst with $10 beer and wine, $15 cocktails and $13 spritzs. Fridays 4-6pm
Salted Egg
Enjoy a selection of vibrant Southeast Asian flavours, available every evening for only $49 pp.
Dessous
Enjoy dry-aged hanger steak, Jeow Bong relish & Thai herb salad for $29. Every Wednesday, 5pm-9pm.
Salted Egg
Join an early set menu and enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine between 5-5:45pm.
The Alexander Bar
Enjoy live entertainment, cocktails and food, Thursday nights from 6pm–9pm.
Circl
Explore a different grape variety paired with artisanal cheese, fortnightly on Fridays. $75pp.
Blackbird
Enjoy a 2-course lunch with a house wine, beer, or soft drink. Mon-Fri noon-4pm.
Blackbird
Relax in the Flinders Sunken Lounge, with a mini-martini and snack for $25, daily 4pm-6pm.
Blackbird
Enjoy a $29 burger paired with your choice of house beer, wine, or soft drink, daily noon-4pm.
Foodie walking tours
Mystery Picnic Date: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues and riddles to collect your special gourmet picnic on a unique foodie adventure.
Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour
Discover Melbourne's hidden bars – down alleys, in basements and behind closed doors.
Chocoholic Tours
This chocolate walking tour visits some of the city's best chocolatiers with exclusive experiences.
Art, History, Food and Wine Walking Tour
The perfect introduction to Melbourne – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.
Mystery Basement Bar Hop
Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.
Best dining pop-ups
Secret Cellar Dinner: Duck and Old Tasmanian Pinot Noir
An epic evening of old and rare Tasmanian wines matched to a three-course duck-themed dinner.
Classes, tastings and workshops
Poetry and Prose Readings
Calling all poets, writers and lyricists to join monthly poetry and prose readings, or just listen.
Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony
An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.
Cheese and Wine Matching with Chef or Sommelier
Explore seven artisan cheeses and learn how to match them to back-vintage wines.
Rosso Coffee Experience: Specialty Coffee Roastery & Cafe
North Melbourne’s hub for coffee: expert roasting, gourmet food and hands-on experiences.
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