Guide to Melbourne for Grown-Ups:
750+ Chic and Unique Spots to Explore

Amaru
📍 140 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A refined city restaurant combining bright artwork and shared plates with rooftop-esque views of city rhythms.

AOI TSUKI
📍 384 Punt Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
A hidden omakase-style sushi experience with premium cuts, intimate seating and masterful Japanese technique.

ARU Restaurant
📍 268 Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Progressive Southeast Asian flavours meet native Australian ingredients in this moody, award-winning CBD gem.

Bamboo House
📍 47 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A Melbourne institution for elegant Cantonese cuisine, with white tablecloths, duck pancakes and nostalgic glamour.

Bincho Boss
📍 383-385 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Tokyo izakaya meets laneway cool – skewers, smoky char and sake in a sleek CBD basement.

Bistrot Bisou
📍 575 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
A cosy French bistro in Hotel Indigo where woodfire classics, warm service and plush interiors feel like a Parisian hug in the heart of the city.

Bistrot d’Orsay
📍 184 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A French bistro overlooking the Regent Theatre, serving escargot, duck and fine wine in a Parisian-inspired space.

Bossley Bar & Restaurant
📍 186 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
A refined modern Australian eatery inside the Pullman Hotel, known for luxe interiors and locally sourced fare.

Bottega Restaurant
📍 74 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A long-standing city gem blending classic Italian flavours with Melbourne sophistication in an intimate space.

Bowery To Williamsburg
📍 16 Oliver Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
A New York-style deli café delivering stacked bagels, loaded reubens and bottomless filter coffee in the CBD.

Cecconi’s Flinders Lane
📍 61 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
An elegant underground Italian eatery known for its classic risotto, intimate atmosphere and refined hospitality.

Cha Ching
📍 348 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
Loud, colourful and punchy – Asian fusion meets street-food energy with zesty cocktails and bold décor.

Coda Melbourne
📍 Basement, 141 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
An energetic underground restaurant blending French-Vietnamese flavours with buzzing city style and bold design.

Como Lane
📍 20 Como Ave, South Yarra VIC 3141
A hidden laneway bar offering sleek cocktails, cosy booths and casual small plates in Melbourne’s arcade heartbeat.

Cumulus Inc.
📍 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
A Melbourne institution where sleek interiors meet all-day European eats, oysters and a buzzing bar.

Entrecôte
📍 142-144 Greville St, Prahran VIC 3181
A throwback steakhouse in the city known for its perfectly cooked ribeyes and retro-lounge vibe – more steak, fewer frills.

Etta
📍 60 Lygon St, Brunswick East VIC 3057
A sunlit city dining room delivering seasonal small plates, botanical cocktails and leafy urban charm.

Flower Drum
📍 17 Market Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
An elegant Chinatown icon renowned for precise Cantonese cuisine, cavorting chefs and formal dining in a crimson-lit heritage space.

Freyja
📍 477 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
A Scandi-Australian café-bar with pared-back wood interiors, seasonal plates and natural wine tucked into hidden Flinders Lane.

Gimlet
📍 33 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000
A speakeasy-style cocktail bar hidden down a lane, offering artfully mixed drinks and moody ambiance for after-work unwinding.

Il Bacaro
📍 168-170 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
A modern take on traditional Veneto cicchetti, served in a lively bar setting with European wines just off Swanston Street.

KG4435
📍 325 Napier St, Strathmore VIC 3041
Tucked inside a warehouse by the Yarra, this chic minimalist spot serves inventive fare with Japanese–Australian flair.

Kisumé
📍 175 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
A refined cityscape sushi bar focused on omakase and precision-crafted nigiri with sweeping downtown views.

Lee Ho Fook
📍 11–15 Duckboard Place, Melbourne VIC 3000
Modern Chinese with serious style – from dim sum to duck, every dish brings a clever twist on tradition.

Lollo
📍 Level 1, 408 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
An elevated modern Australian menu in the W Hotel with playful twists, bold flavours and moody glamour.

Lupino
📍 41 Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A cosy red-brick Italian bistro known for house-made pasta, classic mains and an old-school Euro feel.

Magic Mountain Saloon
📍 62 Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A moody, two-storey hangout serving bold Thai fusion with late-night cocktails and a jungle-luxe vibe.

Madonna Electric
📍 833 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056
A stylish and moody bar-diner hybrid offering inventive cocktails, modern Italian share plates and vinyl tunes.

Maison Bâtard
📍 23 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A four-level Parisian-inspired dining playground with oyster bar, sunken cocktail lounge and stunning rooftop terrace for elegant socialising.

Maha Restaurant
📍 21 Bond Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Middle Eastern fine dining at its richest and most refined, with slow-cooked lamb and bold, aromatic spices.

Marameo
📍 6 Russell Place, Melbourne VIC 3000
A stylish city spot with playful takes on Italian staples, creative cocktails and a leafy laneway terrace.

MoVida Aqui
📍 500 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A bustling Spanish tapas hall with charcoal grills, vibrant pintxos and tiled interiors reflecting relaxed Melbourne energy.

Mr Tompkins
📍 328 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
An elegant bistro-meets-bar offering sophisticated Euro-Australian dishes in a moody, heritage-listed space.

NO35
📍 Level 35, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins, 25 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A sophisticated sky-high restaurant serving European-inspired fare with floor-to-ceiling city and bay views.

Osteria Ilaria
📍 367 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Modern Italian dining with refined pasta, moody lighting and a deep wine list in the heart of the city.

Panda Hot Pot
📍 100 Victoria St, Carlton VIC 3053
A vibrant CBD hot pot restaurant featuring individual simmering pots, authentic broths and a cosy, communal dining experience.

Pastuso
📍 19 AC/DC La, Melbourne VIC 3000
A vibrant Nikkei fusion dining room pulsing with ceviche, pisco cocktails and bold, colourful interiors.

Pinchy’s Lobster & Champagne Bar
📍 Level 1/200 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A seafood-lover’s dream serving lobster rolls, caviar and champagne on a glittery rooftop with Parisian flair.

Reine & La Rue
📍 380 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A grand New York-style brasserie inside a heritage cathedral, serving timeless French dishes and caviar service.

Robata Melbourne
📍 2 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A vibrant Japanese izakaya blending Tokyo street energy with yakitori skewers, charcoal meats and neon signs.

Shoya Melbourne
📍 25 Market Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
An authentic Japanese fine dining spot offering kaiseki degustation, sushi artistry and tatami room seating.

SOWL Restaurant
📍 92 Koornang Rd, Carnegie VIC 316
A Mediterranean escape in the CBD dishing up flavour-packed plates and soulful tunes in a chic warehouse setting.

Supernormal
📍 180 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
A sleek Asian-inspired dining room slinging legendary lobster rolls, bao buns and late-night Tokyo energy.

The Commons Collective
📍 17 Moubray St, Melbourne VIC 3004
A grand space housing multiple bars and eateries under one roof – from garden parties to bottomless brunch, it does it all.

The Waiters Restaurant
📍 20 Meyers Place, Melbourne VIC 3000
A charming upstairs time capsule that’s been dishing out classic Italian since the ’40s – no frills, all flavour.

Tipo 00
📍 361 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
An intimate pasta bar delivering silky hand-rolled noodles, marble benchtops and open kitchen theatre down a cosy laneway.

Tombo Den
📍 100a Chapel St, Windsor VIC 3181
A tiny underground izakaya pouring sake and Japanese whisky with late-night snacks in a moody city den.

Tonka
📍 20 Duckboard Place, Melbourne VIC 3000
A sleek modern Indian restaurant tucked down a graffiti-lined laneway, known for tandoor meats and spiced cocktails.

Trattoria Emilia
📍 360 Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A cosy Italian trattoria serving handmade Modenese dishes and regional wines in a warm, rustic setting.

Vue de monde
📍 Level 55, Rialto Towers, 525 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
An iconic fine dining experience with sweeping skyline views, native Australian ingredients and theatrical flair.

Yakimono
📍 80 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
A bold, high-energy Japanese grill house with fire-kissed dishes and neon-lit vibes across two sleek levels.

Abacus Bar & Kitchen
📍 383 Chapel Street, South Yarra VIC 3141
An architecturally stunning all-day venue offering brunch classics, wood-fired pizza and botanical cocktails.

Anchovy
📍 338 Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121
A Southeast Asian fine diner with bold, creative dishes and an award-winning reputation for layered, punchy flavours.

Bar Romanée
📍 25 Anderson St, Yarraville VIC 3013
A boutique wine bar pouring premium drops with French-inspired share plates and moody, romantic interiors.

Bistro Thierry
📍 511 Malvern Road, Toorak VIC 3142
A timeless French brasserie in Toorak serving escargot, beef bourguignon and waiter-in-waistcoat charm in a friendly neighbourhood setting.

Cecconi’s Toorak
📍 Level 1, 489–505 Toorak Road, Toorak VIC 3142
A sophisticated Venetian-style restaurant with marble bars, lush courtyard dining and house-made pasta in a chic Toorak locale.

Cosi Bar Ristorante
📍 68 Toorak Road, South Yarra VIC 3141
A South Yarra staple dishing generous Italian classics and lively long lunches beneath leafy street-scape awnings.

Crystal Bar
📍 23 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
A luxe rooftop cocktail bar with glittering interiors, skyline views and an extensive list of signature sips.

Enoteca Boccaccio
📍 Level 1/1046 Burke Rd, Balwyn VIC 3103
A stylish Italian enoteca inside a luxe grocer – perfect for rich pastas, quality wine and a slice of Milan in the ‘burbs.

Gambino Restaurant & Rooftop
📍 Level 5 & 6, 73–75 Kingsway, Glen Waverley VIC 3150
A two-level Italian haven with moody velvet interiors downstairs and sunset-lit rooftop offering spritzes, DJs and Dandenong views.

Gilson South Yarra
📍 171 Domain Road, South Yarra VIC 3141
A leafy South Yarra favourite with woodfired pizza, Aperols and breezy terrace seating opposite the Botanic Gardens.

Hunter & Barrel Ringwood
📍Shop R04/171/175 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood VIC 3134
Rustic and bold, this meat-lover’s destination serves charcoal-roasted meats and barrel-aged cocktails in a moody setting.

Lucia Melbourne
📍 11 Eastern Rd, South Melbourne VIC 3205
A stylish Italian restaurant inside Chadstone, serving up coastal flavours, Negronis and refined pasta dishes.

MR L’s Bar & Restaurant | South Yarra
📍 23-25 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
A moody, modern Asian diner delivering big flavour with hawker-style plates, cocktails and street-art vibes.

NishikiAN
📍 425 Springvale Road, Forest Hill VIC 3131
A cosy local favourite dishing up authentic Japanese cuisine, with perfectly grilled skewers and warm, minimalist interiors.

Nora Thai Restaurant South Yarra
📍 69 Davis Ave, South Yarra VIC 3141
Tucked off Toorak Road, this local gem plates up comforting Thai flavours with a modern twist and welcoming warmth.

Omnia Bistro & Bar
📍 625 Chapel Street, South Yarra VIC 3141
European elegance meets modern Melbourne – perfect for champagne, oysters and decadent date nights.

Pepe’s Italian & Liquor
📍 275-285 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
A charming Italian deli and restaurant pairing house-made pasta with curated local wines and warm neighbourhood energy.

Riserva Wine
📍 395 Wattletree Rd, Malvern East VIC 3146
A sleek wine bar and kitchen with a curated bottle list, Euro bites and an effortlessly polished Toorak atmosphere.

Sincero Ristorante & Bar
📍 283–285 Glenferrie Road, Malvern VIC 3144
Modern Italian comfort shines here, with crisp interiors, plush booths and indulgent dishes like house-made gnocchi and tiramisu.

Smith St Bistrot
📍 300 Smith Street, Collingwood VIC 3066
A sultry Parisian-style bistro with velvet booths, caviar service and the kind of romantic energy made for date night.

Stella Restaurant and Bar
📍 427 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141
Stylish European bistro with Parisian vibes, curated cocktails and a leafy Greville Street perch.

Tartine
📍 05 Swan Street, Richmond, VIC 3121
A bright, French-inspired café known for its open sandwiches, coffee art and cheerful energy.

The Terrace
📍 Corner Alexandra Avenue & Anderson Street, South Yarra VIC 3141
A lush rooftop oasis perfect for bottomless brunches, leafy garden surrounds and relaxed summer sunsets.

Vaporetto Bar & Eatery
📍 Shop 7/681 Glenferrie Road (enter via Grace Street), Hawthorn VIC 3122
A family-run Italian with heritage atmosphere, cosy banquettes and classic Venetian pasta just off Glenferrie Road.

Wabi Sabi Salon
📍 Level 1, 94 Smith Street, Collingwood VIC 3066
A minimalist Japanese salon focused on authentic head and scalp rituals in a serene, timber-filled space.

Wagyu Ya
📍 156 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
A premium Japanese BBQ restaurant specialising in melt-in-your-mouth wagyu cuts and a luxe, low-lit ambience.

Yugen Dining
📍 Shop 10/605 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141
A subterranean Japanese‑fusion sanctuary with haute omakase booths, dramatic chandeliered dining room and bespoke cocktail lounge.

Al Dente Enoteca Restaurant
📍 161 Nicholson Street, Carlton VIC 3053
An intimate modern Italian restaurant led by a passionate duo, known for hand-made pasta and elegant plating.

Bansho
📍 960 High St, Armadale VIC 3143
Contemporary Japanese dining in a chic Fitzroy space with creative small plates, sake and seasonal flair.

Bar Liberty
📍 234 Johnston Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065
Known for its eclectic menu and deep wine list, this laidback spot blends creativity and comfort with serious flavour.

Ember
📍 187 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg VIC 3084
Refined yet welcoming, Ember plates up premium steaks, fresh seafood and seasonal produce in a warm, upscale dining room.

Farm Vigano
📍 10 Bushmans Way, South Morang VIC 3752
Italian estate dining with sweeping valley views, a heritage-listed setting and comforting classics from antipasti to woodfired pizza.

Felix Restaurant
📍 9 Downes Lane, Geelong, VIC 3220
An intimate Collingwood gem serving a seasonal tasting menu with a focus on local produce and creative expression.

Fondata 1872
📍 150 Eltham–Yarra Glen Road, Kangaroo Ground VIC 3097
Modern Italian meets historic charm in this lovingly restored homestead serving pasta, wine and sweeping valley views.

Isme Restaurant
📍 752 High St, Thornbury VIC 3071
A colourful modern Lebanese eatery where share plates, cocktails and warm service bring the party to the table.

Jinda Thai Restaurant
📍 1 Ferguson Street, Abbotsford VIC 3067
A buzzing local favourite for vibrant Thai street food, fresh herbs and spice-filled curries in an airy warehouse.

Little Drop of Poison
📍 937B Main Rd, Eltham VIC 3095
A cosy Spanish-inspired neighbourhood bar slinging share plates, jugs of sangria and good vibes with a cheeky name to match.

MAMASITA
📍 Level 1/11 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
A buzzy Mexican cantina pouring mezcal cocktails and crafting tacos and tostadas in an energetic, colourfully tiled space.

Manze
📍 Shop 2/1/5 Errol St, North Melbourne VIC 3051
A Fitzroy gem celebrating Eritrean-Ethiopian cuisine with injera platters, home-style stews and serious spice.

Nabo
📍 2 A Williamstown Road, Kingsville VIC 3012
A Scandinavian-inspired neighbourhood nook serving all-day brunch, good coffee and candlelit plates come evening.

Napier Quarter
📍 359 Napier Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065
A charming corner wine bar and café dishing up European-style share plates and a seriously good anchovy toast.

Olivigna
📍 54–56 Brumbys Road, Warrandyte South VIC 3134
A Mediterranean escape just north-east of the city, offering estate-grown wines, house-made pasta and views over the olive grove.

Rossini Bistro Pizza & Pasta
📍 213 Glenferrie Rd, Malvern VIC 3144
A cosy family-run Italian joint serving classic pizza and pasta that feels like Nonna’s table in the suburbs.

Scopri Italian Food and Wine
📍 191 Nicholson Street, Carlton VIC 3053
Elegant and authentic, Scopri is a northside favourite for handmade pastas, fine wine and warm Italian hospitality.

Shusai Mijo
📍 256 Johnston St, Fitzroy VIC 3065
A minimalist Japanese gem known for its delicate kaiseki-style dining and an intimate eight-seat chef’s counter.

The Abyssinian Restaurant
📍 277 Racecourse Road, Kensington VIC 3031
A hidden gem for traditional East African food, where injera, lentils and rich stews are served with heart and heritage.

Waxflower
📍 153 Weston Street, Brunswick VIC 3056
A listening bar and wine lounge with seasonal share plates, low-intervention drops and a dreamy sound system.

Yoku Ono Ramen & Sake Bar
📍 6A Anchor Pl, Prahran VIC 3181
A ramen bar tucked off the main drag, known for rich broths, flame-charred chashu and an epic sake list.

Zsa’s Bar & Bistroteca
📍 202 High St, Northcote VIC 3070
Chic and European-inspired, this modern bistroteca is all about long lunches, flowing wine and nostalgic indulgence.

Bar Romanée
📍 25 Anderson St, Yarraville VIC 3013
A boutique wine bar pouring premium drops with French-inspired share plates and moody, romantic interiors.

Hugo Dining Restaurant Essendon
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC 3040
Refined dining in the suburbs with an elegant menu showcasing local produce, seafood and expertly plated desserts.

KG4435
📍 325 Napier St, Strathmore VIC 3041
Tucked inside a warehouse by the Yarra, this chic minimalist spot serves inventive fare with Japanese–Australian flair.

MATSU
📍 275 Barkly Street, Footscray VIC 3011
A very exclusive 4-seat Japanese restaurant in the heart of Footscray serving beautifully crafted dishes in a calm, minimalist setting.

Nabo
📍 2a Williamstown Rd, Kingsville VIC 3012
A Scandinavian-inspired neighbourhood nook serving all-day brunch, good coffee and candlelit plates come evening.

Navi
📍 83B Gamon Street, Yarraville VIC 3013
A destination fine-diner in a quiet Yarraville pocket, serving thoughtful degustation menus in an intimate, design-driven space.

Pier Farm
📍 34 The Strand, Williamstown VIC 3016
Waterfront seafood restaurant with sweeping marina views, showcasing local produce and Mediterranean flavours.

The Abyssinian Restaurant
📍 277 Racecourse Road, Kensington VIC 3031
A hidden gem for traditional East African food, where injera, lentils and rich stews are served with heart and heritage.

Toni Pasta & Wine
📍 21-31 Hall St, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
An intimate pasta and wine bar that feels like a warm Italian hug – simple, soulful, and always delicious.

Zsa’s Bar & Bistroteca
📍 202 High St, Northcote VIC 3070
Chic and European-inspired, this modern bistroteca is all about long lunches, flowing wine and nostalgic indulgence.

Bam Bam Italian
📍445 Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Avonsleigh VIC 3782
Bright and family-friendly with handmade pasta, woodfired pizza and a fenced undercover play area that keeps kids happy while you relax.

Cloudehill – Seasons Restaurant
📍 89 Olinda-Monbulk Road, Olinda VIC 3788
A peaceful garden restaurant nestled inside Cloudehill Gardens, serving elegant seasonal dishes with botanical views.

Cognoscenti Food & Wine
📍 1628A Burwood Hwy, Belgrave VIC 3160
An intimate wine bar and dining room blending contemporary European plates with a moody, mountain-town vibe.

Emerald City
📍 207 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777
An ultra-exclusive dining experience with just four seats – think private dinners, inventive pairings and intimate charm.

Harrow & Harvest Café
📍 42–44 Castella Street, Lilydale VIC 3140
A laid-back, welcoming café in a beautiful church, comfort brunches and coffee that keeps the locals coming back.

House of Fras
📍 1/351 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Sassafras VIC 3787
Rustic charm and Mediterranean flavours combine in this Hills favourite, perfect for long lunches and relaxed celebrations.

Jayden Ong Winery & Cellar Bar
📍 8 Hunter Road, Healesville VIC 3777
An architectural cellar door serving cool-climate wines, woodfired bites and laid-back luxury in the heart of Healesville.

Locavore Studio
📍 148 Main St, Lilydale VIC 3140
A unique chef’s table experience showcasing hyper-local produce in a creative, small-scale setting designed for food lovers.

Meletos
📍 12 St Huberts Road, Coldstream VIC 3770
A dreamy Yarra Valley destination offering European-inspired dining, cider, and countryside charm under one roof.

Nevadya
📍 52 Main St, Upwey VIC 3158
Plant-forward dining with Ayurvedic roots, colourful bowls and nourishing bakes in a calm and earthy space.

Seasons at Cloudehill
📍 89 Olinda-Monbulk Road, Olinda VIC 3788
A garden-to-plate dining experience set within landscaped gardens – fresh, seasonal and serene.

The Independent Gembrook
📍 79 Main Street, Gembrook VIC 3783
Modern Argentinian dining in the foothills of the Dandenongs, known for smoky meats, bold sides and village charm.

Bellarine Smokehouse
📍 Warehouse 16/93 Murradoc Rd, Drysdale VIC 3222
Specialising in traditionally smoked trout and salmon, this coastal smokehouse delivers simple, sustainable flavours by the sea.

Ember Social & Dining
📍 152 Yarra Street, Warrandyte VIC 3113
A sleek city bistro plating up elevated comfort food, inventive cocktails and laid-back coastal sophistication.

Igni
📍 Ryan Place South, Geelong VIC 3220
A boundary-pushing tasting menu experience led by fire, technique and creativity – one of the region’s most awarded gems.

La Cachette Bistrot
📍 Steampacket Place, Shop 10, 6/8 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong VIC 3220
French flair meets local produce in this intimate bistro tucked away near the waterfront, offering modern classics and refined service.

Sober Ramen
📍 85 Little Malop Street, Geelong VIC 3220
Laneway ramen and izakaya bar dishing up bold broths, flame-grilled snacks and moody after-dark vibes.

The Hot Chicken Project
📍 84A Little Malop Street, Geelong VIC 3220
Nashville-style fried chicken, local beer and loud tunes – this cult fave brings the heat to Geelong’s food scene.

Tulip Restaurant
📍 9/111 Pakington Street, Geelong West VIC 3218
Casual fine dining in a stylish space with produce-led plates, thoughtful flavours and share-style charm.

Cptn Jack’s
📍 1 Lumeah Rd, Somerville VIC 3912
A waterfront Mediterranean‑style restaurant at Yaringa Harbour, offering shared wood‑fired dishes, local seafood and warm hospitality with boat‑lined views.

Alatonero
📍 671 Point Nepean Rd, McCrae VIC 3938
A vibrant Santorini‑style spot by the beach serving Mediterranean share plates and cocktails..

Merricks Store
📍 3460 Frankston‑Flinders Rd, Merricks VIC 3916
An iconic coastal dining spot with vineyard views, Mornington Peninsula produce and shelves of artisan goods. 

Rare Hare Wine & Food Store
📍 166 Balnarring Rd, Merricks North VIC 3926
Farm‑to‑table fare, fine wine and vineyard views come together at this stylish Mornington Peninsula cellar door and eatery. 

Portsea Hotel
📍 3746 Point Nepean Rd, Portsea VIC 3944
This bayside icon boasts sweeping sea views, beachy cocktails and sun‑drenched terraces perfect for summer grazing. 

Thyme at Alba
📍 282 Browns Rd, Fingal VIC 3939
Alba’s restaurant showcases locally‑sourced seasonal produce in an all‑day menu by chef Karen Martini at the luxury Alba Thermal Springs & Spa

Brae Restaurant
📍 4285 Cape Otway Road, Birregurra VIC 3242
A world-renowned destination where paddock-to-plate meets fine dining. Seasonal tasting menus shine with ingredients grown on-site, paired with an intimate, nature-immersed setting.

Farmers Arms Daylesford
📍 1 East Street, Daylesford VIC 3460
A cosy gastro pub loved for its country-style charm, creative pub meals and relaxed indoor-outdoor vibe that feels like a warm hug on a chilly Daylesford day.

Grace
📍 84 Main St. Rutherglen, Vic 3685
Neighbourhood wine bar magic in Castlemaine. Small plates, strong wine game and a buzzing atmosphere inside a rustic-chic heritage space.

Lakes Entrance Fishermen’s Co-op
📍 37 Bullock Island Rd, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909
Fresh from the sea, straight to you. A no-fuss seafood market offering the region’s best catch—prawns, scallops and fish straight off the boat.

Sault Restaurant Daylesford
📍 2349 Ballan-Daylesford Road, Sailors Falls VIC 3461
A picture-perfect fine dining spot on a lavender farm. Think long lunches, seasonal produce and sweeping countryside views.

Terrae
📍 10–12 View Street, Bendigo VIC 3550
Refined, produce-driven dining in the heart of Daylesford. An intimate space delivering bold flavours with a sustainable, slow-food philosophy.

Here are 50+ amazing restaurants that are more upscale and suitable for a date night, but have some great offers to keep things budget-friendly. 

📍 Abacus Bar and Kitchen
$6 Happy Hour drinks – beers, wines, $12 cocktails (Wed–Sun, 4pm–6pm)
$25 Steak Night Thursdays – house-aged steak (5pm–9:30pm)
$28 Bottomless Pasta Fridays – prawn linguine, bolognese, mushroom ragu (5pm–10:30pm)

📍 Bali Hai
Thai fusion $45 feed me

📍 Beverly Rooftop
$45 2-course lunch (Tue–Thu, 12pm)
$65 3-course lunch (Tue–Thu, 12pm)
$45 Late Night Tales – cocktail + dessert (Thu–Sun from 9:30pm)

📍 Biang Biang
Cheap and tasty noodles starting at $13.80

📍 Cam’s Kiosk (Cafe & Bar)
$20 Pasta Night (Mondays)
Cam’s Kiosk, with its moody interiors, serves up their famous napolitana with burrata. It’s a local gem that books out fast, so get in early.

📍 Coppersmith Hotel
$25 porterhouse steak Tuesday nights (5pm–9pm)

📍 Copycat
$35 steak night – 220g Mb3

📍 CMDX
Taco Tuesday – 2 tacos for $10

📍 Captain Baxter
$140 Captain’s Catch seafood platter (serves 2–4, Fri–Sun)
Beachside dining with oysters, sashimi, crab & more

📍 DOLLY Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
$32 Steak frites (Wed, 250g porterhouse + fries)
$10 Add a glass of red wine

📍 Firebird
$89 The Endless Lunch – set menu with endless oysters & frites
$42 Add-on endless booze

📍 Good Times
$9–19 Pasta bowls
$9 Negronis & wine carafes (share-style)

📍 The Heart of Carlton
$5 Pasta, curries, baguettes & smoothies
Wholesome meals served daily by a hard-working couple

📍 Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen South Indian restaurant Belgrave
$10 Daal bowls
$12 Thalis
Daily lunch specials from 12–4pm

📍 HER
$20 Lunchtime pastas
$40 Lunch special at HER Bar (European-inspired)

📍 Howler
$15 Burgers (Tuesdays)
$17 Parmas (Wednesdays)
$25 Cape Grim steak (Thursdays)
Live music in a beer garden oasis

📍 Izakaya Hosaku
$32 (from) Teishoku set meals
$28 M4+ Angus steak nights

📍 Kiss & Tell
$45 Feed Me lunch menu
$50 Feed Me dinner menu
Asian fusion tapas – perfect for date night

📍 La Cabra Mexican
$28 Bottomless tacos

📍 Lovehouse Anglesea
$44 All-you-can-eat bao & tacos (Thursdays)
Beachside bites with bold flavour

📍 Lucia Melbourne
$40 Hatted weekday lunch special (Tue–Fri, 12–3pm)
Includes main + glass of wine or beer

📍 Old Palm Liquor
$50 Braai nights (Tues & Wed – 2–6 ppl)
Whole flathead, sides & frites
South African BBQ vibes

📍 Pirate Life South Melbourne
$25 Steak night (Mondays)
$5 Spritz specials

📍 Madonna Electric
$28.50 Bottomless pizza (90 min seating)
$15 Margaritas
50% off pizzas (5–5:30pm dine-in)
30% off via Eatclub app (5–7pm)

📍 Magic Mountain Saloon
$25 Lunch special (Pad Thai & Papaya Salad or Massaman Curry & Rice)
$30 Lunch with wine or beer

📍 Marameo
$59 Express Italian lunch
$50 3-course + ½ litre wine (Date Night menu)
$15 The Italian Beef Sandwich

📍 Marmont
$35 MS 6+ Wagyu steak (midweek lunch & dinner)
Californian-Latin-Filipino inspired venue

📍 MR L’S Bar & Restaurant
$14 Charcuterie board
$28 Lunch deals
$9 Beers · $11 Wines · $12 Spritzes · $15 Cocktails
Happy Hour Wed–Sun, 4pm–7pm
Book via First Table for 50% off early dinners

📍 Mr. Miyagi
$49.50 5-course lunch
$35 Add unlimited drinks

📍 Mondo Di Pasta (Balaclava)
Around $15 All pasta dishes

📍 Ned’s Bake & Bistro South Yarra
$25 Tue Pasta Night
A South Yarra fave for date nights or solo dinners. Cosy vibes, perfect for sharing or treating yourself.

📍 New Quarter
$76 High Tide seafood lunch + unlimited drinks (Fri–Sun)
Includes seafood platter, banana-leaf snapper & cocktails

📍 Ophelia Westgarth
$20 Pasta Tuesdays
$10 Movie next door
Moody vibes and music make Ophelia a dreamy date night spot

📍 Pinchy’s Lobster & Champagne Bar
$30 Unlimited mussels + fries (Mondays)
Half-price Tacos (Tuesdays)
$18 Lobster rolls (Wednesdays)
$25 Lobster linguine (Thursdays)
Half-price Oysters (Fridays)
Half-price Surf & turf burgers (Saturdays)
Half-price Fish & chips (Sundays)

📍 Remo’s Pasta and Tiramisu
$14 Pastas
$7.50 Tiramisu

📍 Rice Queen Oriental Diner and Bar
$55 Tasting menu with sashimi, dumplings, baos & curries
Oriental diner vibes

📍 Rock Sugar Melbourne
$45 Fun-sized Feed Me menu
$12 Cocktails during Rocktail Hour (Fri–Sun, 4pm–6pm)

📍 Rossi
$35 Express lunch menu
$35 “Live with Gnocchi” (Wednesdays, gnocchi, wine & live jazz)
$75 Nonna’s Selection tasting menu
Good-time Italian

📍 Sushi Baby
$45 Feed Me menu
$65 Chef’s Selection
$10 Cocktails (Tue–Sun, 5pm–6pm)
Modern Japanese

📍 Okaeri Dining
$33 Teishoku menu
$49 Wagyu Sukiyaki incl. drink
Japanese fusion

📍 Mr Ramen San
$18.90 Ramen bowls with free noodle refills
Comfort Japanese

📍 Slowpoke Lounge & Lookout
$16.50 Rooftop Cheeseburger Deal
Slowpoke keeps it simple – and that’s the charm. For just $16.50 you get a juicy cheeseburger, epic rooftop vibes, and a cosy dinner with a view.

📍 Smith St Bistrot
$50 Moules Mondays
$55 Two-course prix fixe lunch (Fri–Sun)

📍 Suzie Q
$45 Feed Me lunch menu
$49 Feed Me dinner menu
$65+ Group set menus (6+ guests)
$59 Limited-time Birthday Fusion menu
Modern Chinese

📍 The Hall at Welcome to Brunswick
$29 Bottomless dumplings

📍 The Prince Hotel
$20 Pasta Tuesdays
Tiny tucked-away spot in St Kilda. Perfect for a cosy, candlelit dinner

📍 The Waiters Restaurant
$20–40 Classic Italian mains
$10 House wine
No-frills charm and homey vibes

📍 Times New Roman Bar
$12 Pastas
$6 Half serves, burrata & pickles
$12 Negronis
$24 500ml punch jugs
Laid-back and affordable dining

📍 Token
$45 Daily Japanese set menu
$1 Dumplings on Tuesdays, 5–7pm
Social hour & weekend specials
Japanese izakaya-style

📍 Two Noble
$65 Express set lunch incl drink
$85 Bottomless lunch with 6 shared dishes
South East Asian flavours (Fri–Sun 12pm until late)

📍 Waxflower
$90 Dinner and vino for two
$10+ Individual share plates
European–Peruvian small bar vibes

📍 Windsor Wine Room
$45 Date night feed me menu

📍 Young Hearts
$28 Wagyu Wednesdays 250g steak, chips + salad
$25 Thursdays with live jazz + proper burgers

📍 Wally’s Albert Park
$20 Pasta Tuesday bowls
Cosy wine bar in Albert Park – cute midweek date spot at Wallys