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.
Best Christmas specials
Belgian Beer Cafe Melbourne
On 17 Dec, enjoy a 3-course Christmas feast with drinks and save $25pp or more for groups.
The Moat
Treat yourself to two-for-one Christmas tiramisu cones, available for take away from 27 Nov-23 Dec.
Oriental Teahouse
Experience festive Yum Cha every Saturday, with twists on classic Christmas flavours.
El Rincon
Celebrate Christmas the Spanish way with 12 tapas, from traditional to modern, from 11-24 Dec.
La Petite Crêperie
Visit with extended hours until 11:30pm daily during this festive season.
Collins Kitchen
Gather your family, friends or colleagues for a festive lunch or dinner like no other, from 4 Dec.
Shortstop Coffee and Donuts
Celebrate the season with festive donut flavours like star-shaped Eggnog & Candied Pecans, 1-26 Dec.
Pidapipo Gelateria
The Pandoro Gelato Cake is a true centrepiece for festive tables. Pre-order from 5-Nov to 21-Dec.
Mjølner Melbourne
Gather your clan and celebrate with a yuletide feast of 3-courses, from $115. 19-Nov to 30-Dec.
Menu specials, deals and events
Mjølner Melbourne
Gather your clan and celebrate with a yuletide feast of 3-courses, from $115. 19-Nov to 30-Dec.
Warabi
Enjoy a 6-course omakase with Japanese and Australian Wagyu. Every Wed night to 17-Dec.
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.
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.
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.
The Lincoln
Enjoy a rotating roast (pork, lamb & beef), with Yorkshire pudding, spuds and seasonal veg, $35pp.
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.
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: Amazing Aged Riesling
An epic evening of old and rare aged Rieslings matched to a three-course salmon-themed dinner.
Classes, tastings and workshops
Poetry and Prose Open Mic 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.
Last updated on Wed 5 Nov 2025
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Juliet Melbourne
Juliet offers cocktails and snacks in an architecturally designed, mid-century basement bar.
