Restaurants

The best spots for mookata: Thai BBQ hotpot

Can’t decide between hotpot or barbecue? Try Thai mookata, a hybrid of the two cooking styles.

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

Find exclusive dining experiences, specials and deals.

Fun things to do in Melbourne under $5

Find cheap dinners, drinks and activities in Melbourne.

The best new restaurants in Melbourne

Find Melbourne's best new spots for drinking, dining and all-round good times.

The best pre- and post-theatre dining in Melbourne

Fuel up before a big show or extend your city visit at these local eateries.

FODMAP-friendly dining guide to Melbourne

These local restaurants have garlic- and onion-free feeds, gluten-free menus and low-FODMAP dishes.

The best restaurants for solo diners

Flying solo for the night? In an era of share plates, here’s where to book a table for one.

Melbourne's best new restaurants you might have missed

Find new hidden gems in Melbourne and enjoy a cheap eats feast.

Melbourne’s most romantic date-night restaurants

Find the best restaurants to book for birthdays, anniversaries or just because.

Chinatown’s most iconic restaurants

These restaurants are some of the oldest and most loved in Melbourne's famous Chinatown precinct.

The ultimate guide to outdoor dining in Melbourne

Here's your guide to outdoor dining, pizzas, antipasto, knock-off drinks, or golden hour cocktail.

The best waterfront restaurants in Melbourne

Take in sparkling views at these beautiful city spots.

The best accessible restaurants in Melbourne

Wheelchair-friendly restaurants with easy entry, open spaces, and accessible toilets.

Halal-friendly restaurants in Melbourne

Where to find halal Chinese food, halal snack packs and halal hot pot in Melbourne.

The best restaurants for a long lunch in Melbourne

Whether it's a special occasion or a catch-up with friends, lock in a long lunch at these spots.

Best private dining rooms in Melbourne

High-end spaces for special occasions, large group dining and luxurious experiences.

Melbourne’s best dinners under $20

Find Melbourne's best cheap eats and pub deals for your next dinner out.

Best pre-theatre dining deals

The ultimate pre-theatre dining deals. From quick bites to feasts, here's the best for all budgets.

The ultimate guide to bottomless dining in Melbourne

Eat and drink your heart out with unlimited brunches, lunches and cocktails.

Melbourne’s best Korean street toast cafes

Load up on buttery brioche with gilgeori toast and K-sandwiches from these Melbourne cafes.

The best yum cha restaurants in Melbourne

Dine with friends on all-you-can-eat dumplings, seafood share plates and more.

The best restaurants, cafes and bars in Hardware Lane

Out shopping? Stop for street food, Korean desserts and secret Italian bars.

The best Korean street food in Melbourne

Find the best Korean food in Melbourne, from fried chicken to stacked whipped cream desserts.

Where to get the best parmas in Melbourne

Whether you want a traditional parma or variations on the theme, step this way.

The best brunch spots in Melbourne

Find bottomless brunch, Japanese breakfast sets, Sunday brunch spots and more.

Her Melbourne

A four-storey mega venue celebrating modern food, drinks, music and art.

Victoria by Farmer's Daughters

A unique culinary experience which celebrates the produce, people and places of Victoria.

La Camera

Classic Italian food overlooking the river at Southbank.

The ultimate dumpling guide to Melbourne

Steamed, fried, baked or boiled – there’s no such thing as a bad dumpling.

Mesa Verde

A contemporary Mexican restaurant and home to the country's largest collection of agave spirits.

Iconic Lygon Street restaurants

There's more to Melbourne's Little Italy than just pizza.

Marameo

Marameo is a fun, easy-going Italian eatery offering a range of pasta and mains.

Things you can only eat in the city

Where to find the city's most iconic dishes.

Check out these Melbourne experts’ top city picks

Curated lists of all the best restaurants and shopping spots in Melbourne.

Melbourne's most iconic restaurants

Book in an unforgettable night out at some of Melbourne's best restaurants.

Thai Town Melbourne

A hawker style experience with different Thai food stations, a mini grocery bar and live music.

Lobby Lounge

Crafted cocktails and bar bites in the lobby of The Westin Melbourne Hotel.

Miyama Melbourne

Celebrate the spirit of Japanese hospitality infused with the bold charm of Melbourne.

YOI Indonesian Fusion

YOI Indonesian-fusion restaurant brings Bali's brunch scene to the streets of Melbourne.

Desi Dhaba

Authentic, tasty and spicy dishes inspired by the street eateries of India.

Masani

An iconic Italian restaurant with remarkable food and an exemplary wine list.

Left Bank Melbourne

A versatile venue catering to both large and small groups for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Hacienda Melbourne

Brash, loud, bold and fun, delivering honest Mexican food and great cocktails.

Maha

This opulent, award-winning restaurant brings Middle Eastern flavours to modern fine dining.

Pelicana Chicken

Korean fried chicken served in a variety of spice blends and sauces.

New Shanghai

Located in Melbourne Central, New Shanghai offers Chinese cuisine of the Shanghai region.

Collins Coffee House

Modern Australian cafe located in a heritage building, specialising high tea and brunch.

Dragon Hot Pot

Choose your base stock, then pick from over 100 fresh ingredients to make your own unique hotpot.