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Tonka
11 June 2026 at 9:03 am
Melbourne CBD
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Tonka $19 Butter Chicken Lunch Returns Available for lunch in the Thali bar between 12 pm and 2 pm, Tuesday to Friday. EAT IN TAKEAWAY TAKE HOME

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Marmont
11 June 2026 at 9:03 am
Southbank
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Introducing the Hoppy Meal: fries, fish sando, and a martini of your choice for $29. Tuesdays, lunch and dinner. Hop on down and treat yourself accordingly. Book now!

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The Carlton Club
11 June 2026 at 9:03 am
Melbourne CBD
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Taco Night at The Carlton Club Tuesday nights, sorted. Pulled pork. Ale-battered fish. Crispy enoki mushrooms. Three tacos. One decision. Only on Tuesdays. Only at The Carlton. Reserve your table, head to the link in bio.

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St LuJa | Cocktail Bar
11 June 2026 at 9:03 am
St Kilda
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Chase the Joker at St LuJa | Sunday Scaries, Solved 🃏💰 Skip the Sunday Scaries and take your chances at Chase the Joker. Starting Sunday 7 June, the jackpot kicks off at $1,000, with an extra $100 added every week the Joker stays hidden. Find the Joker and take home the cash — then the pot resets and the chase begins again. 🃏 Entries from 2–5pm every Sunday 💰 Draw at 5:30pm 🍻 Every food and drink purchase earns a ticket ✨ Specials ...

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The Rocket Society
11 June 2026 at 9:03 am
Brunswick East
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Happy Habibi Hour special: select sticks (ands sips!) 50% off daily, 5–6 pm There's a new sheriff in the space station, and they're really into BBQ 🤠 Grab these bad boys from our night menu - single serve or as many as you fancy. Chicken wings, rump cap, garlic prawns, swordfish, oyster mushroom + many more. Grilled over charcoal and topped with sauces, spices + slices.

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Umberto Espresso Bar
11 June 2026 at 9:03 am
Thornbury
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Martedì at Bar Taralli 📅 Every Tuesday Undeniably good. Tuesday nights have just found their purpose. Join Bar Taralli for Martedì, a weekly pasta night featuring four rotating pasta specials, each served with your choice of wine, beer or soft drink. Whether you're rounding up your amici for a midweek feast or flying solo and taking the night off cooking, Martedì is all about good pasta, good drinks and easy Tuesday evenings. 🍝 Fo...

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Etta
11 June 2026 at 9:03 am
Brunswick East
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Wednesday Laska is back! Built around our new house-made noodles, each bowl features a fragrant Nyonya-style coconut curry broth layered with lemongrass, galangal, chilli, turmeric and tamarind. Topped with crispy shrimp, golden tofu, fresh cucumber, bean sprouts and sambal. Available every Wednesday from 3 June to 26 August, with rotating woodfire specials alongside. Book now!

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Willows & Wine
11 June 2026 at 9:03 am
West Melbourne
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FIRE DRAFTS READING SALON June 13, 2026 Ready to swoon? Hear pieces written by selected authors on the theme "Swoon" First Drafts is an opportunity for writers to try out their work, writing pieces that align with our prompt and are in the stage of a First Draft. We will be holding these bi-monthly, if interested in submitting for our next event, keep your eyes peeled for more info! WHEN: Sat 13th June, 7-9pm PRICE: $15 (includes dri...

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Embla

Embla

Wine Bar, Restaurant
104 Recommendations

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.

122 Russell St
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

📞0455 122 121
02.
Gimlet

Gimlet

Restaurant
99 Recommendations

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.

33 Russell St
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

📞61 3 9277 9777
03.
Caretaker's Cottage

Caretaker's Cottage

Bar
95 Recommendations

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

139-141 Little Lonsdale St
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

04.
Soi 38 Melbourne

Soi 38 Melbourne

Restaurant
85 Recommendations

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.

38 Royal Ln
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

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Tipo 00

Tipo 00

Restaurant, Bar
80 Recommendations

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.

361 Little Bourke St
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

📞61 3 9942 3946

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