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

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.

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

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.

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.

A warm, timber-clad cafe and bar

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.

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

A restaurant serving inventive tasting menus and a thoughtful wine list

A Lygon Street wine bar pairing an adventurous, value-driven list with fire-grilled fare, set among retro timber panelling and a cosy open fireplace.

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

A Fitzroy day-to-night wine bar serving rustic European fare and natural wines in a warm, romantic space with Parisian charm.

A CBD laneway restaurant reimagining Filipino flavours over a wood fire, matched with natural wines and playful cocktails.

A Brunswick bar and vinyl haunt serving seasonal food, local beers and carefully chosen wines beneath a quality sound system.

A Melbourne institution since 1986, it charms with classic French cuisine and an extensive wine list in an authentic brasserie setting.

An intimate North Melbourne diner bringing rare Mauritian cooking and charcoal-grilled fare to a tropical, cane-filled space paired with natural wines.

A Mexican-style taqueria serving up tacos, hulking tortas.

A Cremorne warehouse wine bar grilling French-inflected comfort food over wood fire, poured alongside natural wines and vinyl tunes.

A CBD rooftop bar pouring an extensive wine and cocktail list over city views, famed for its rare cigar humidor.

A beloved Carlton North wine bar and dining room pouring drops beside bar snacks, wrapped in nostalgic, disco-ball charm.