A Brunswick East wine bar and bottle shop pouring great-value house wines through a street-facing window, with an audiophile sound system.

A bright, raw-brick Collingwood cafe pouring house-roasted specialty coffee through multiple brew methods alongside creative all-day dishes.

A place for diners craving authentic Vietnamese cuisine at an affordable price point.

An industrial-chic North Melbourne cafe serving globally inspired brunch dishes and house-roasted coffee inside a historic auction house.

Located on a bustling corner of Swan Street Richmond, specialty coffee, New York inspired sandwiches are served.

An intimate 12-seat Prahran counter serving Japanese omakase sushi with French-trained technique and sake and champagne pairings.

A bluestone Fitzroy cafe serving an eclectic all-day menu from burgers to Sichuan tofu, with $10 negronis every day.

A Chinese-Australian cafe and wine bar in Carlton North pairing playful dishes with a thoughtful drinks list.

A moody, dive-bar-style pizzeria on Sydney Road in Coburg serving slow-fermented pizzas with playful Italian-American toppings.

A Japanese cafe in Brunswick serving breakfast and brunch by day and izakaya classics with sake by night.

Inviting diners in the vibrant essence of Chinese cuisine and enchanting culinary haven, making guests to indulge in its authentic flavors

A pint-sized Japanese-inspired CBD cafe pairing minimalist ceramics with excellent specialty coffee.

A place with cozy ambiance, it caters to diverse diners seeking quality coffee.

Mellow bar with cozy seating and a second floor providing table service, serving inventive cocktails.

A tiny Russell Street cafe specialising in inventive matcha and hojicha drinks alongside specialty coffee and pastries.

A modern Japanese-inspired restaurant on Sydney Road bringing refined small plates and drinks to Brunswick.

A quirky Collingwood burger bar built around retired train carriages, serving hearty burgers and pub-style fare.

A quick-service Vietnamese eatery on High Street in Windsor, dishing up rice paper rolls, noodles and pho for a fast-paced crowd.

A bakery and cafe on Chapel Street in South Yarra, known for sourdough bread, pastries and all-day brunch fare.

A long-running cafe on Brunswick Street in Fitzroy, serving quality coffee and hearty all-day brunch dishes.