Looking for something a little different for your next foodie adventure? Try these temporary bars, secret hideaways and exclusive dining experiences.

Afloat Viva Mexico

Melbourne's favourite floating restaurant and bar, Arbory Afloat, is returning to the Yarra River in early September. This year, it's taking us to Mexico with a fiesta-style paradise drawing inspiration from the culture and flavours of Oaxaca, Tulum, Mexico City and the Yucatan coast. Think tacos, mezcal cocktails, margaritas, tostadas and more menu highlights to transport you out of winter and into sunny Central America.

Kafeneion

The owner behind iconic eateries like Siglo, DeGrave's Espresso and The European has opened a pop-up Greek restaurant. Kafeneion is big on old-school hospitality and traditional ways of cooking. Try dishes like braised beef with shallots and cloves, giouvetsi – a spice-infused chicken pasta dish and orange filo cake. Fancy a drop with your meal? Choose from the carefully curated list with wines coming direct from the vineyards of Crete, Santorini and Mount Athos. Kafeneion is here until the end of the year when it moves to its permanent CBD digs.

A table of Greek food and cocktails
Kafeneion

Unmissable food and drink events

Barbie Afternoon Tea
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Barbie Afternoon Tea

Families can enjoy a Barbie-themed high tea, with activity packs for kids.

Nevra's Big Turkish Brunch

Nevra's Big Turkish Brunch

Sous chef Nevra Aydin shares traditional family recipes from Istanbul.

Oktoberfest at Hofbräuhaus
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Oktoberfest at Hofbräuhaus

Experience Melbourne's oldest Oktoberfest celebration in the heart of Chinatown at Hofbrauhaus.

Menu specials and events

Collins Kitchen

Collins Kitchen

To celebrate the new menu, the first 100 customers after 12pm score a free beef brisket burger.

Calia

Calia

Enjoy daily high tea with savouries, pastries and scones. Upgrade your experience with Champagne.

Red Spice Road

Red Spice Road

Sample five Kaesler wines with five Asian inspired dishes. $175pp

Amphlett House

Amphlett House

Try eight different premium negronis from around the world for $24 all through September.

BKK

BKK

Enjoy a lunch-only menu of warming noodles, Monday to Friday, for only $15.

Classes, tastings and workshops

Poetry and Prose Readings
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Poetry and Prose Readings

Join in the monthly poetry and prose readings, or just listen.

Drip Splash
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Drip Splash

Unleash your inner artist with a night of drinks, paint, music and friends.

Foodie walking tours

Sustainable Shopping Tour

Sustainable Shopping Tour

Celebrate National Recycling Week with a sustainable shopping tour at Queen Vic Market.

Chocoholic Tours

Chocoholic Tours

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

Queen Vic Market Ultimate Foodie Tour
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Queen Vic Market Ultimate Foodie Tour

A fascinating guided walking tour of the city's iconic market.

Hidden Bars of Melbourne Walking and Drinking Tour
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Hidden Bars of Melbourne Walking and Drinking Tour

Discover cocktail bars, repurposed venues, shipping container bars and speakeasies.

Last updated on Mon 25 Sep 2023

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