The best dining pop-ups, specials and deals in Melbourne
From happy hour specials to pop-ups and the best lunch deals, here's where to dine in Melbourne.
Australian Open pop-ups and tennis-themed specials
The Lodge Dining Room
Enjoy a tennis-inspired long lunch with Aperol Spritzes. From $65pp, 20-31 Jan.
BearBrass
During the Aus Open enjoy a meal then jump on a WaterTaxi to Melbourne Park. 19 Jan-1 Feb.
Urban Alley Brewery
Watch every match live across multiple screens with great beer and happy hour pricing. 12 Jan-1 Feb.
Sofi's Lounge
Catch all the AO action at Melbourne’s ultimate summer cocktail destination. 11am-10pm, from 16 Jan.
W Melbourne
Stay a night and enjoy 2 GA tickets to the AO, a tote bag, towels, caps and a shuttle bus service.
W Melbourne
Watch the AO action on giant pool-side screens, with a cocktail and snacks in hand, from $45pp.
The George on Collins
Visit the pop-up pickleball court outside the venue. 2-5pm, 15-28 Jan.
Menu specials, deals and events
7 Paintings Dining Experience
A dinner show that combines art, technology, and culinary delight into a unique experience.
Eau de Vie
An expert team pairs five artisanal cheeses with five x 15ml whiskies, $50-$75pp.
Eau de Vie
Each 90-min. class features expertly crafted beverages, snacks, and professional guidance, $110pp.
Nick & Nora's Melbourne
Enjoy a glass of sparkling Chandon for only $5, every Tuesday to Friday, 5pm-6pm.
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.
Morris House
Enjoy a 3-course dinner designed to share with friends, daily 5pm-6pm, $65pp.
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.
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
Bakery Hill Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
Learn how Bakery Hill produces its malts on a tour and tasting led by a distiller.
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.
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