User Recommendations
Askal
Melbourne, VIC
Cuisines: Filipino
The name "Askal" honours the resilience and adaptability we see in ourselves. Our menu is a tribute to the Philippines, with traditional dishes and cocktails elevated by contemporary techniques and our personal stories.
Address: 167 Exhibition St
Luther's Scoops
Brunswick, VIC
Cuisines: Ice Cream
Address: 528A Sydney Rd
Studio Amaro
Windsor, VIC
Cuisines: Italian
Address: 168 Chapel St
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
Fluffy Torpedo
Fitzroy, VIC
Cuisines: Ice Cream
An ice cream shop, serving delicious exotic and exciting ice cream flavours.
Address: 5/159 Smith St
Babines
Collingwood, VIC
Cuisines: French, Cocktail
Address: 108 Smith St
Al Dente Enoteca Restaurant
Carlton, VIC
Cuisines: Australian, Italian
A Carlton restaurant serving Melbourne with modern Italian dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Founded in April of 2020 in the midst of a global pandemic, Andrea Vignali, Davide Bonadiman and Michelle Badek opened an approachable fine dining enoteca, offering a choice between a la carte dining, or leaving your experience in the capable hands of chefs Andrea and Davide. An Australian-forward wine list and Modern Italy is what we do best.
Address: 161 Nicholson St
Apollo Inn
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Cocktail
Address: 165 Flinders Ln
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
Bakemono Bakers
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Japanese
A bakery that offers staples and a menu inspired by bakeries in Japan and Korea.
Address: 273 Little Lonsdale 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
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
Farmer's Daughters
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Modern Australian
A farm-to-table culinary journey having a menu brimming with fresh, locally sourced fare.
Address: 95 Exhibition Street, 80 Collins Precinct
Byrdi
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Cocktail
Dedicating to creativity and hospitality, this trailblazing establishment at Melbourne's cocktail scene, offering an innovative and immersive drinking experience.
Address: 211 La Trobe Street, Tenancy GD075
Good Measure
Carlton, VIC
Cuisines: Coffee
A warm, timber-clad cafe and bar
Address: 193 Lygon 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
A1 Bakery - Brunswick
Brunswick, VIC
Cuisines: Middle Eastern
A refreshing aroma of freshly baked delights, experience with an affordable price and quality services.
Address: 643-645 Sydney Rd
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
ShanDong MaMa
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Chinese
Address: 7/200 Bourke 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
Butchers Diner
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: American,
A beloved neighborhood spot that captures the essence of classic American diner culture.
Address: 10 Bourke 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
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
Umberto Espresso Bar
Thornbury, VIC
Cuisines: Italian, Coffee
Address: 917 High St
Rocco’s Bologna Discoteca
Fitzroy, VIC
Cuisines: Italian
Address: 15 Gertrude St
CDMX Brunswick East
Brunswick East, VIC
Cuisines: Mexican
A Mexican restaurant that serves vegan dishes
Address: 315 Lygon St
Royal Stacks
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Burger
A hamburger restaurant, serving varieties of burgers including vegetarian ones.
Address: 470 Collins St
Kōri Ice Cream Hawthorn
Hawthorn, VIC
Cuisines: Ice Cream
A Melbourne-based brand of handcrafted ice cream with Japanese inspiration.
Address: 659 Glenferrie Rd
Gelato Messina Fitzroy
Fitzroy, VIC
Cuisines: Ice Cream
An ice cream shop serving over 40 unique gelato flavours
Address: 237 Smith St
Seven Seeds Coffee Roasters
Carlton, VIC
Cuisines: Coffee
Address: 114 Berkeley St
ONA Coffee Melbourne | Cafe Brunswick
Brunswick, VIC
Cuisines: Coffee
A vibrant café, nestled in Brunswick offering an exclusive brunch menu.
Address: 22 Ovens St
Hareruya Pantry
Carlton, VIC
Cuisines: Ice Cream
A small Japanese ice cream shop specialising in house-made Japanese gelato, pastries, bento, onigiri, sando and drinks.
Address: 15-17 Lincoln Square S
Hazel
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Australian
Elegant dining featuring fine international cuisine along with creative mocktails, cocktails, and desserts.
Address: 164 Flinders Ln
Piccolina Gelateria
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Ice Cream
Address: 32 Degraves St
Eau De Vie Melbourne
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Cocktail
Presenting innovative cocktails and contemporary Australian cuisine, a range of moderate to high-priced option.
Address: 1 Malthouse Ln
One or Two
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines:
Address: 18 Celestial Ave
Stokehouse St Kilda
St Kilda, VIC
Cuisines: Australian
Address: 30 Jacka Blvd
Tori's
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines:
Address: 28 Niagara Ln
Trinket Bar
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Pizza
Address: 87 Flinders Ln
Kirk's Wine Bar
Melbourne, VIC
Cuisines: Cocktail
Address: 46 Hardware Ln
All Are Welcome Thornbury
Thornbury, VIC
Cuisines: Cake, Coffee
Address: 887 High St
Tarts Anon
Cremorne, VIC
Cuisines:
Address: 29a Gwynne St
Siglo
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Cocktail
Address: 2/161 Spring St
MAKER Lt Bourke
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Coffee
Address: 387 Little Bourke St
Falco Bakery - Smith St
Collingwood, VIC
Cuisines: Coffee,
Address: 288 Smith St
Kariton Sorbetes
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines: Ice Cream
Address: 177 Russell St
Entrecôte
Prahran, VIC
Cuisines: French
Address: 142-144 Greville St
Bar Margaux
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Cuisines:
A late night bar and brasserie serving cocktails, wine and French food
Address: Basement/111 Lonsdale St
