Pastuso

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Peruvian, Latin American

Pastuso brings the bold, fresh and colourful flavours of Peru to the heart of Melbourne through a modern dining experience centred around tradition, culture and exceptional produce. As Melbourne's first cevicheria, the restaurant showcases everything from vibrant ceviche to classic Peruvian favourites. Led by Head Chef Dwi Ayu, the kitchen combines time-honoured techniques with a contemporary approach to create authentic, innovative dishes.

Address: 19 AC/DC La

Hochi Mama Richmond

Richmond, VIC

Cuisines: Asian Fusion, South East Asian

After being the ‘life-of-the-party’ in downtown CBD for the last six years, Mama’s ready to kick-start another exciting new venture in the wild, wild East! And where better for this Tiger Mama to roar than the vibrant South-East Asian hub of flavour and culture that is Swan Street, Richmond!

Address: 65 Swan St

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

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

Chin Chin

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: South East Asian

Since 2011, Chin Chin has earned its place in Melbourne’s cultural tapestry. Even though we’ve become a so-called institution, we’re definitely not an establishment. Fuelled by chaotic, relentless energy that affects everyone who comes in, our antics defy the usual culinary pretensions. We believe in making dining truly democratic, it doesn’t matter who you are or who you know, you just need to be into it to be in at Chin Chin.

Address: 125 Flinders Ln

DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar - Carlton

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: Pizza, Italian

Address: 295 Drummond St

Half Acre

South Melbourne, VIC

Cuisines:

Address: 112 Munro St

MoVida Next Door

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Spanish

Address: 164 Flinders St

Kekou

Richmond, VIC

Cuisines: Asian

Address: 396 Bridge Rd

MoVida Aqui

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Spanish

Address: 500 Bourke St

Johnny, Vince and Sam’s Ristorante

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines:

An Italian restaurant that has has outdoor seating and also serves kid's menu

Address: 306-308 Lygon St

Minh Minh Saigon Soul

Richmond, VIC

Cuisines: Vietnamese

Address: 94 Victoria St

New Quarter

Richmond, VIC

Cuisines:

Address: Ground Level 79 Swan St

Firebird

Prahran, VIC

Cuisines:

Address: 223 High St