Standing Room
A small chain of tiny coffee stores spread around the central city, this one at RMIT campus.
The Lincoln
A historic Carlton pub that stands out for its high quality gourmet food.
Stuzzichino
Authentic Italian cuisine located in the heart of Lygon Street.
The Nova Bar
Enjoy a drink before or after the movies at The Nova Bar.
CCWok
Delicious, traditional Malay and Indonesian food plus sweet treats.
Pidapipo Gelateria
Authentic, artisanal Italian-style gelato in the heart of Carlton's Lygon Street.
Tradeblock Cafe
Tradeblock Cafe is run by students of Victorian College for the Deaf.
Father's Office
A speakeasy-themed bar and restaurant with a large balcony overlooking the State Library.
ST. ALi Canteen
A specialty coffee roaster, cafe and retailer located at the top end of Collins Street.
Tokyo Lamington
Cute cafe serving baked goods, onigiri, coffee and their famous mini-lamingtons.
Juliet Melbourne
Juliet offers cocktails and snacks in an architecturally designed, mid-century basement bar.
Kenny's Bakery Cafe
Extensive range of freshly baked goods.
Shanghai Street
In Chinatown, Shanghai Street specialises in Chinese xiaolong bao dumplings.
Petit Corner
A corner café with a selection of French pastries, baguettes and coffee.
Gradi at Crown
Authentic, excellent and premium Naples-style pizza and loads of Italian classics.
Criniti's Southbank
Serving wood-fired pizzas, pasta, seafood and cocktails in a vibrant setting.
Philly Cheesesteak & Burgers
Authentic Philadelphia cheese steak rolls and premium wagyu burgers .
Whisky & Alement
A Melbourne bar and Australia’s cultural home of whisky since 2010.
Ms Collins
A multi-level dining and entertainment venue, featuring regular club nights and a whisky boutique.
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