Where to eat and drink in the city during Now or Never festival
Seeing a gig in the city during Now or Never? Find the best spots to eat before the show and the coolest haunts to kick on later.
Where to eat and drink near The Capitol and Melbourne Town Hall
Aru
Bringing together the woodfire hearth and flavours of Asia and Australia.
The George on Collins
An up-market basement venue and eatery within the historic Georges building.
The LuWOW Cocktail Bar
Known for its eye-popping cinematic décor, sensational sounds and amazing tropical cocktails.
Black Kite Commune
A chic and contemporary cocktail bar championing the produce of Australia.
Marameo
Marameo is a fun, easy-going Italian eatery offering a range of pasta and mains.
Bar Ampere
Vermouth, fortified wine, absinth and food until 3am.
Meatmaiden
A meat eater's paradise with more options than you can poke a bone at.
Supernormal
Asian-inspired dishes alongside delicious wines, sake, whisky and cocktails.
Snow Moon
Cute and tasty Thai milk bar and dessert cafe in The Walk Arcade.
The Crafty Squire
A pub with an extensive range of beer as well as its own onsite microbrewery.
Morris House
A four-level drinks, dining and entertainment destination in the heart of the city.
Soi 38
Soi 38 is inspired by Bangkok street food and named after the side streets of the Thai capitol.
Where to eat near the State Library and Section 8
Cookie
Eclectic cocktails, beers, and Thai dishes served in a bustling space.
Rooftop Bar
Enjoy open-air drinks under the setting sun or a starry sky, with city skyline views to match.
Mesa Verde
A contemporary Mexican restaurant and home to the country's largest collection of agave spirits.
Goldilocks
Hidden rooftop bar serving creative cocktails.
Stalactites Restaurant
One of Melbourne’s longest established and best-known Greek restaurants.
Bornga
Delicious Korean barbecue with loads of banquet options.
The Boiling Crab
A must-try boil-in-a-bag experience for seafood lovers.
Kata Kita
Bringing a new layer of fresh, flavourful Indonesian dining, with delicious cocktails to match.
YOI Indonesian Fusion
YOI Indonesian-fusion restaurant brings Bali's brunch scene to the streets of Melbourne.
BYRDI
A bar that is uniquely Australian where the local environment informs the drinks.
Mansae Korean BBQ
Mansae Korean BBQ is a modern, yet authentic, Korean restaurant.
Bowltiful
Serving the very best in authentic Lanzhou beef noodles.
Where to eat near the Arts Precinct and Southbank
Sake Restaurant & Bar
This luxurious dining space at Hamer Hall offers premium Japanese dishes and sake.
Gradi at Crown
Authentic, excellent and premium Naples-style pizza and loads of Italian classics.
Yarra Botanica
Yarra Botanica is a floating bar and eatery on the Yarra River, celebrating Victorian producers.
La Camera
Classic Italian food overlooking the river at Southbank.
Ghost Donkey
Mezcal and tequila bar with mucho good times.
Ten BBQ & Hotpot
Dine on all-you-can-eat hotpot and Korean BBQ.
The Deck
Modern European restaurant at Southgate with great city views.
Hopscotch
Riverside beer bar with 30 beers on tap and an in-house microbrewery.
Nobu
Renowned for its innovative Japanese cuisine, stylish decor and city skyline views.
The Melbourne Cellar Door / Dukes Distillery
A relaxed wine bar with over 500 wines on the wine wall to choose from with sharing food to match.
Spice Temple
Modern Chinese, specialising in regional cuisine and dishes designed to share.
Protagonist
Cafe offering drinks and bites in the Arts Centre Melbourne forecourt.
Where to eat and drink near Fed Square
Victoria by Farmer's Daughters
A unique culinary experience which celebrates the produce, people and places of Victoria.
Taxi Kitchen
Accessible and affordable meals in a light-filled room with great views.
Transport Public Bar
Bustling pub in Federation Square with tasty pub meals and an impressive range of drinks.
Riverland Bar
Outdoor waterfront beer garden by the banks of the Yarra River.
Pilgrim Bar
Waterside bar serving boutique Australian wines and seasonally inspired share plates.
Arbory Bar and Eatery
Riverside outdoor eatery with all-day dining and a wide selection of drinks.
Gimlet at Cavendish House
An elegant cocktail bar and dining room from renowned chef Andrew McConnell.
Chin Chin
A fast-paced hawker-style dining sensation serving Thai-inspired food.
Nomad
Upbeat restaurant on Flinders Lane, serving contemporary cuisine with Middle Eastern accents.
The Duke of Wellington
One of Melbourne's oldest pubs, open for lunch and dinner.
Robata
Features Japanese grilled dishes, fresh sashimi and select cuts of premium beef.
Last updated on Mon 2 Jun 2025