The best first date bars in Melbourne
These cute hidden gems and fun date-night spots will give you something to talk about.
Embla
Casual wine bar and restaurant with an open-plan space and wood fire and grill.
Soi 38
Soi 38 is inspired by Bangkok street food and named after the side streets of the Thai capitol.
Blacksmith Bar & Grill
A contemporary Australian grill and bar with a great view.
Sulbing
Korean dessert cafe offering a modern take on traditional bingsu.
Club Retro
Retro themed venue with two bars, an outdoor area and a rooftop.
The cosiest spots in Melbourne
Melbourne's best cosy places to escape the bad weather.
YX Hot Pot
Enjoy this brand-new Sichuan hot pot restaurant on Melbourne’s iconic Bourke Street.
Leyalina
Authentic Egyptian cuisine with great banquet options.
Rōnin ōmakase
Indulge in an intimate ōmakase experience, rooted in seasonal simplicity.
Cherry and Twigs
Great coffee, all-day breakfast and classic lunch dishes.
Melbourne’s best fiery nitro cocktails
Winter is coming, and so are these flaming cocktails.
Yakimono
Yakimono is a high energy Japanese-inspired eating house.
The Hardware Club
Casual Italian eatery in the historic Hardware House building.
Paris Cat
Dedicated live jazz venue.
Postal Hall
Postal Hall serves great coffee, meals and snacks in what used to be a post office.
1565
Great for unique flavours of gelato, quality coffees and sandwiches, cakes and bread.
Your guide to Christmas Day dining in Melbourne
From fancy fine dining to casual eats, these spots are open on 25 December 2025.
Axil Coffee
A branch of Axil Coffee located at Collins Arch.
Vue de monde
An Australian-focused menu celebrating the beauty of land and sea.
