Florentino

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Italian

Standing on Bourke Street for close to a century, Florentino is an Italian fine-dining institution that has long been part of Melbourne’s dining life, reflecting a particular idea of hospitality that values time, generosity and permanence. The menu, classic and opulent, draws on the dining room’s grand, old-world tradition, with thoughtful modern refinements made for dining now.

Address: 80 Bourke St First Floor

Miznon

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Middle Eastern, Mediterranean

Address: 59 Hardware Ln

North Fitzroy Arms Hotel

Fitzroy North, VIC

Cuisines: Australian

Address: 296 Rae St

Poodle Bar & Bistro

Fitzroy, VIC

Cuisines: Modern French

Address: 81-83 Gertrude St

Longrain Melbourne

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Thai, South East Asian, Asian

Longrain is a lively, vibrant restaurant, serving modern Thai cuisine. The dining room set in an expansive converted horse stable from the 1900s buzzes with energy. Our cuisine is a modern take on Thai food, blending traditional Thai recipes with a contemporary twist, incorporating fresh local Australian ingredients and Southeast Asian influences.

Address: 44 Little Bourke St

Studio Amaro

Windsor, VIC

Cuisines: Italian

Address: 168 Chapel St

Hope St Radio

Collingwood, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian

Address: 35 Johnston St

Etta

Brunswick East, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian, Asian

Address: 60 Lygon St

Serai

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Filipino

Address: 7 Racing Club Ln

Caretaker's Cottage

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Cocktail

Positioned in a quaint spot in Melbourne's scenic surroundings, modern hospitality in a beautiful old cottage. Smart drinks, top tunes & fun times.

Address: 139-141 Little Lonsdale St

Manze

North Melbourne, VIC

Cuisines: Mauritian

Address: Shop 2/1/5 Errol St

Smith St Bistrot

Collingwood, VIC

Cuisines: French, Restaurant, Modern French

Smith St Bistrot is Scott Pickett’s take on a classic French bistrot with influence from Melbourne’s eclectic inner-north. It is a venue where guests visit for casual drinks that turn into dinner, or a full French ‘degustation du chef’. The wine list hosts a mix of significant French houses and local, minimal intervention wines.

Address: 300 Smith St

Estelle

Northcote, VIC

Cuisines: Australian

Estelle is a local modern Australian bistro on High Street, Northcote. Drop in for a glass and a few plates, or stay for the full tasting – rooted in seasonal produce and the neighbourhood we call home.

Address: 243-245 High St

Matilda 159 Domain

South Yarra, VIC

Cuisines: Australian, Brunch, Modern Australian

Matilda is a visual and sensory journey. The kitchen is fuelled by open fire and hot coals, delivering contemporary Australian food with a feeling of comfort and warmth. Stylish yet relaxed, Matilda is a place where guests can visit often and be guaranteed the finest local meat and produce, cooked exceptionally well over live flames and open grills.

Address: 159 Domain Road

Chancery Lane

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: European, Modern European

Housed in the historic Normanby Chambers building on Little Collins St, Chancery Lane is Scott Pickett’s classic European bistro with an edge. The interior echoes a decadent, bygone era, the menu sees a list of classic dishes with a modern touch, using the finest seasonal ingredients and varying European techniques.

Address: 430 Little Collins St

Bar Thyme

Footscray, VIC

Cuisines: Vietnamese, Ethiopian

Bar Thyme, your local neighbourhood restaurant, is a warm and relaxed space where you can spend ‘thyme’ with family and friends, or enjoy a glass of wine on your own at the bar.

Address: 227 Barkly St

Curious

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Cocktail

Great place for an all-night Melbourne cocktail bar experience offering a creative menu alongside small bites and sharing plates and weekly music programming.

Address: 408 Flinders Ln

Geralds Bar

Carlton North, VIC

Cuisines: Cocktail

Address: 920 Lygon st

Apollo Inn

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Cocktail

Address: 165 Flinders 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

Tipo 00

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Italian

Italian pasta bar celebrated for its hand-made dishes and warm, intimate atmosphere. Chef Andreas Papadakis crafts refined simplicity — from silky tagliolini to rich squid ink pasta — earning Tipo 00 a reputation as one of Melbourne’s best Italian restaurants.

Address: 361 Little Bourke 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

Napier Quarter

Fitzroy, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian, European

Address: 359 Napier St

ST. ALi Coffee Roasters - South Melbourne

South Melbourne, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee, Brunch

A pioneer of Melbourne’s specialty-coffee scene, ST. ALi South Melbourne pairs expertly roasted beans with inventive brunch plates in a buzzing warehouse space. A must-visit for coffee lovers and café-culture seekers alike.

Address: 12-18 Yarra Pl

Small Batch Roasting Co.

North Melbourne, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

Address: 3-9 Little Howard St

Don's

Prahran, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian

Address: 202 Commercial Rd

The Lincoln

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: Gastropub, Australian

Melbourne's Favourite Pub! The Lincoln is an award-winning and historic pub opened since 1854 that has retained a charming old world facade and an interior brimming with character. With a fresh seasonal menu and a beer and wine offering that changes regularly, there is always something new, delicious and interesting to discover.

Address: 91 Cardigan St

Leonards House Of Love

South Yarra, VIC

Cuisines: American

Where Love Lives...

Address: 3 Wilson St

ARU Restaurant

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian,

Modern Australian cuisine with a fusion of native ingredients and the flavours of Asia-Pacific.

Address: 268 Little Collins St

Bistra

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: British, French, Italian

Address: 157 Elgin St

Good Measure

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

A warm, timber-clad cafe and bar

Address: 193 Lygon St

Morning Market

Prahran, VIC

Cuisines: Brunch, Coffee

Address: 579 High St

Pipis Kiosk

Albert Park, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian, Seafood, Mediterranean

Beachside Seafood Restaurant & Kiosk Specialising in locally sourced, sustainable seafood from Aussie waters.

Address: 129a Beaconsfield Parade

Lilac Wine

Cremorne, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian

Address: 31 Stephenson St

Supernormal

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Asian Fusion

Modern Asian dining with bold, cross-cultural energy. Chef Andrew McConnell’s Supernormal blends Japanese, Korean, and Chinese influences — from lobster rolls to peanut-butter parfait — earning its spot among Melbourne’s most iconic restaurants.

Address: 180 Flinders Ln

Coda

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Asian fusion

Located in the iconic Flinders Lane, Coda offers a diverse range of dishes that celebrate Asian and European flavours and the best of local Australian produce.

Address: Basement/141 Flinders Ln

Moon Mart

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Japanese, Korean, Coffee

Address: 315 Clarendon St

NOMAD Melbourne

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian

Located along Flinders Lane dining precinct, with a large open kitchen & bar showcasing Middle Eastern flavours cooked over fire & smoke.

Address: 187 Flinders Ln

Old Palm Liquor

Brunswick East, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian, ,

Address: 133B Lygon St

Marion Wine Bar

Fitzroy, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian, European,

Neighbourhood wine bar with a loyal Fitzroy following, known for its ever-changing wine list and unfussy, produce-driven plates.

Address: 53 Gertrude 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

Brother Baba Budan

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

A cozy coffee shop on Little Bourke Street, serving pastries along with their brews.

Address: 359 Little Bourke St

Builders Arms Hotel

Fitzroy, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian, European,

A place with two dining areas—the bistro and the public bar—that serves an à la carte menu with a variety of daily specials.

Address: 211 Gertrude St

Butchers Diner

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: American,

A beloved neighborhood spot that captures the essence of classic American diner culture.

Address: 10 Bourke St

Carlton Wine Room

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian, European,

A restaurant serving inventive tasting menus and a thoughtful wine list

Address: 172-174 Faraday 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

Reine & La Rue

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: French

Address: 380 Collins St

Soi 38 Melbourne

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Thai

Authentic Thai known for its Bangkok-style boat noodles and bold street-food flavours. Chef Tee brings real Thai energy to the menu — from rich beef broth to spicy tom yum — earning Soi 38 a spot among Melbourne’s best Thai restaurants.

Address: 38 Royal Ln

Public Wine Shop

Fitzroy North, VIC

Cuisines: European

Address: 179 St Georges Rd