SAADI

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Indian

Contemporary Indian cuisine informed by the seasons. Experience a modern take on traditional favourites.

Address: 18 Punch Ln

Gimlet

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: European

Set in the landmark Cavendish House, Gimlet blends vintage glamour with modern Melbourne flair. From oysters to wood-fired mains and martinis, it’s a place made for every occasion.

Address: 33 Russell St

Embla

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian

Tucked away on Russell Street in Melbourne’s CBD, Embla is a wood-fired wine bar and modern Australian restaurant that redefines casual fine dining. The menu celebrates seasonality and local produce through bold, inventive dishes, matched with a wine list championing small, independent makers from Australia and beyond.

Address: 122 Russell St

Patricia Coffee Brewers

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

Tiny, standing-room-only coffee bar tucked between Melbourne’s laneways, serving some of the city’s best espresso with unmatched precision and charm. Patricia proves that good coffee doesn’t need a seat — just skill, speed, and style.

Address: Rear of 493-495 Little Bourke St

Path Melbourne

North Melbourne, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

Address: 362 Victoria St

Above Board

Collingwood, VIC

Cuisines: Cocktail

Address: Chopper Lane" Behind "Beermash Through the back door

Fenton

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: Brunch

Address: 158 Rathdowne St

sunhands

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee, Brunch, Cocktail

Address: 169 Elgin St

Lee Ho Fook

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Chinese

A modern Chinese restaurant, showcasing the best Australian produce and wine, gastronomic tasting menu and innovative and creative a'la carte dining.

Address: 11-15 Duckboard Place

Osteria Ilaria

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Italian

Address: 367 Little Bourke St

Bar Liberty

Fitzroy, VIC

Cuisines: European

A European-style wine bar located at Fitzroy serving small-but-perfectly-formed cocktail and sophisticated snack menu

Address: 234 Johnston St

City Wine Shop

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: European, ,

A wine shop offering a wide range of local and imported wines at all prices and a European-influenced food menu

Address: 159 Spring St

Neighbourhood Wine

Fitzroy North, VIC

Cuisines: European

A bustling wine bar featuring a retro feel and wooden decor, offering European cuisine that is produced locally.

Address: 1 Reid St

Public Wine Shop

Fitzroy North, VIC

Cuisines: European

Address: 179 St Georges Rd

Hector's Deli

Richmond, VIC

Cuisines: Sandwich/Subs, Brunch

Melbourne’s cult sandwich shop, loved for its crispy fried chicken, perfectly balanced steak sanga, and no-nonsense approach to flavour. What started as a Richmond local has become a citywide favourite for Melbourne’s best sandwiches.

Address: 1/94 Buckingham St

Navi

Yarraville, VIC

Cuisines: Contemporary Australian

Address: 83b Gamon St

1800 Lasagne

Thornbury, VIC

Cuisines: Italian

Address: 653 High St

Rocco’s Bologna Discoteca

Fitzroy, VIC

Cuisines: Italian

Address: 15 Gertrude St

One or Two

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines:

Address: 18 Celestial Ave

Saluministi Flinders Lane

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

Address: 388 Flinders Ln

All Are Welcome Northcote

Northcote, VIC

Cuisines:

A bakery serving organic bread, viennoiserie, cakes, provisions, and coffee.

Address: 190 High St

Nabo

Kingsville, VIC

Cuisines:

Address: 2a Williamstown Rd

Convoy Moonee Ponds

Moonee Ponds, VIC

Cuisines:

Address: 109 Pascoe Vale Rd

Walrus

Brunswick, VIC

Cuisines:

Address: 312 Sydney Rd

Sani

Brunswick East, VIC

Cuisines:

Address: 63 Lygon St

La Tortelliria

Kensington, VIC

Cuisines: Mexican

A lively and elegant restaurant serving traditional Mexican dishes like tacos and tostadas along with refreshing margaritas.

Address: 72 Stubbs St

Double Dutch Bakery

Kensington, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

One of Melbourne's best bakeries offering fresh-baked bread, delicious sandwiches, and the best specialty coffee.

Address: 61 Stubbs St

Lagotto

Fitzroy North, VIC

Cuisines: Italian

Address: 1 York St

Lankan Tucker

Brunswick West, VIC

Cuisines: Sri Lankan, Coffee

Address: 486 Albion St

ShanDong MaMa Mini

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Chinese

A spot that offers affordable Chinese food with a special menu and inviting ambiance.

Address: 5 Centre Pl

Two Franks

Coburg, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

Address: 202 Reynard St

Monforte Viennoiserie

Carlton North, VIC

Cuisines: Croissant, Coffee

Address: 585a Canning St