Fine dining

Best private dining rooms in Melbourne

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

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.

Mesa Verde

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

Things you can only eat in the city

Where to find the city's most iconic dishes.

Chinatown’s most iconic restaurants

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

Masani

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

Maha

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

Melbourne's most iconic desserts

Find the best doughnuts, designer desserts, peanut butter loaded treats and more.

Bistro de Paris

In North Melbourne, serving classic French food in a relaxed atmosphere.

Tonka

Indian-inspired cuisine with unique dishes and cocktails celebrating the spices of the subcontinent.

Crystal Jade Melbourne

Serving modern contemporary Cantonese cuisine in Chinatown.

Chancery Lane

Reimagining timeless charm this European style bistro is suited for any occasion.

Nomad

Upbeat restaurant on Flinders Lane, serving contemporary cuisine with Middle Eastern accents.

Chin Chin

A fast-paced hawker-style dining sensation serving Thai-inspired food.

Melbourne's best oyster bars

From classic oyster bars to hidden speakeasies, here’s where to get your oyster fix in Melbourne. 

Heartling

Serving artfully delicious seafood and plant-based heart-shaped dumplings.

Red Emperor

Yum cha and traditional Chinese delights are served at this Southgate institution.

Teppanyaki Inn

High quality teppanyaki cuisine with an exceptional wine list and plenty of premium sake.

A foodie's guide to Flinders Lane

The best restaurants on Melbourne's famous dining strip.

Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar

Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar celebrates Victorian wines paired with seasonal dining.

Hoiana

Bringing the flavours of Hoi An to Little Bourke Street.

The Pink Rabbit by Tho Tho

Rich Asian flavours with a secret mix of Middle Eastern herbs and spices to delight the senses.

Victoria by Farmer's Daughters

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

Kisumé

Exquisite sushi and one of the city's finest wine cellars.

The Alexander Bar

The elegant ground floor art-deco style bar at The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins.

Caterina's Cucina e Bar

A-30 year old city stalwart serving regional Italian food for lunch.

Best pre-theatre dining deals

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

KOI Dessert Bar

Promising indulgence unlike anything else.

Atria

An imaginative expression of the region located on level 80 of The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne.

Akaiito Restaurant

Japanese fine dining restaurant featuring shared plates of grilled fresh seafood, meat and veggies.

Moja Duck Restaurant and Bar

The Peking Duck specialists with a whole range of Chinese cuisine and unique flavours.

Cumulus Inc

This all-day restaurant and bar is a modern icon of Melbourne's food scene.

The French Brasserie

The French Brasserie offers a relaxing sanctuary at the top end of town with modern French cuisine.

Pascale Bar & Grill

Contemporary bar and grill, set within the buzz of QT Melbourne.

Funghi e Tartufo

Melbourne's iconic plant-based Italian restaurant, nestled on the vibrant Hardware Lane.

Society

A glamourous restaurant and bar with contemporary dining and bespoke cocktails.

Rockpool Bar & Grill Melbourne

World-renowned restaurant with a focus on premium beef, superb seafood and sensational wine.

The Waiting Room

The Waiting Room delivers an exceptional high tea experience.

Bacash

Upscale seafood restaurant with a Middle Eastern touch.

Morena Restaurant

Morena Restaurant offers an elevated dining experience, taking a journey through Latin America.