The best dining pop-ups, specials and deals in Melbourne

Until 10 Jul

Rising Tides by Thai Tides

Discover a new side of Thai cuisine each week at this dining series hosted by Thai Tide.

Sassy Italian Restaurant

Celebrate Christmas in July with a 3-course authentic Italian set menu. 6pm-late, 26 July. $99pp.

The Cliveden Bar & Dining

Enjoy a gourmet jaffle, with savoury or sweet fillings, perfect for the cold weather.

The Cliveden Bar & Dining

Savour a three-course dinner menu, using the finest locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, $95pp.

Thai Tide

Enjoy chargrilled and comforting southern Thai flavours. Every Tue & Wed, $29pp (min 2 people)

Barra

Celebrate Peruvian Independence with a menu honouring the rich flavours of Peru, all July. $89pp.

Dessous

Enjoy dry-aged rump steak, Jeow Bong relish and Thai herb salad for $29. Every Monday at 5pm to 9pm.

Dessous

Sip on $9 wines and $14 cocktails or dig into $7 bar snacks and more from 5pm to 6pm, Mon to Fri.

Transport Public Bar

Head to Transport on Tuesdays for 2 tacos for $10 and $10 margaritas, all day.

Transit Rooftop Bar

Every Wednesday and Thursday, enjoy $15 cocktails and ooey-gooey fondue, 3pm-11pm.

Transit Rooftop Bar

Join for Oyster Hour every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for half-priced oysters from 6pm-7pm.

Taxi Kitchen

Choose three dishes from bites & noodles plus one large plate for the table, $55pp.

Taxi Kitchen

Enjoy a rotating selection of bold flavours and creative twists, 6 tastes, 3 courses, $90pp.

Until 31 Aug

Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways

Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.

Chocoholic Tours

This chocolate walking tour visits some of the city's best chocolatiers with exclusive experiences.

Until 19 Dec

Art, History, Food and Wine Walking Tour

The perfect introduction to Melbourne – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.

Until 29 Nov

Mystery Basement Bar Hop

Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.

Until 30 Aug

Bakery Hill Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting

Learn how Bakery Hill produces its malts on a tour and tasting led by a distiller.

Until 28 Sep

Poetry and Prose Readings

Calling all poets, writers and lyricists to join monthly poetry and prose readings, or just listen.

Until 24 Sep

Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony

An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.

Until 27 Sep

Cheese and Wine Matching with Sommelier Antony

Explore seven artisan cheese with a sommelier 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.