Hochi Mama CBD

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Thai, Vietnamese, South East Asian

Hochi Mama was the God Mother of all aspiring street artists and rappers in the early nineties. An immigrant in the big city, she hosted underground art shows along with rap battles for the rejects; a place where you could just be at home, but with family. Our cheeky and buzzing Asian Fusion venue is one for your to-do list. Boasting a killer menu and a super cool vibe, this place is known for a cocktail, feast or an intimate date.

Address: 35 Little Bourke St

Petite

Fortitude Valley, Queensland

Cuisines: French

Address: Corner of East St and, Ann S

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

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

ARU Restaurant

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian,

Modern Australian cuisine with a fusion of native ingredients and the flavours of Asia-Pacific.

Address: 268 Little Collins St

ELK Espresso

Broadbeach, Queensland

Cuisines: Coffee, Brunch, Modern Australian

Address: Shop G044 Oasis Shopping Centre

Julius Pizzeria

South Brisbane, QLD

Cuisines: Pizza, Italian,

Address: 77 Grey St

Valentinas Sydney

Marrickville, NSW

Cuisines: American, Brunch

Address: 132 Livingstone Rd

NOMAD Melbourne

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Modern Australian

Located along Flinders Lane dining precinct, with a large open kitchen & bar showcasing Middle Eastern flavours cooked over fire & smoke.

Address: 187 Flinders Ln

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

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

(Not Just) Another Cup

Bang Rak, Bangkok

Cuisines: Brunch

Address: 75, 1 Sathon Soi 10, Si Lom

Milton Wine Shop

Malvern, VIC

Cuisines: European

Address: 1427 Malvern Rd

HuTong

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Chinese

A dumpling restaurant highlighting Chinese cuisine accompanying amazing food and cozy ambiance

Address: 14-16 Market Ln

Fat Bob's Bar and Grill

Moorabbin, VIC

Cuisines: Burger

Address: 80A Cochranes Rd

Casa Del Gelato

Carlton, VIC

Cuisines: Ice Cream, Dessert

A well-established bar offering more than 170 flavours of gelato, plus dairy-free options.

Address: 163-165 Lygon St

Billy van Creamy (Fitzroy North)

Fitzroy North, VIC

Cuisines: Ice Cream

An ice cream shop that serves locally sourced dairy, vegan, gluten-free, and halal-friendly flavours.

Address: 212 St Georges Rd

Cherry

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines:

Address: 68 Little Collins St

Hotel Esplanade

St Kilda, VIC

Cuisines: Cantonese

Address: 11 The Esplanade

Vertigo

New Farm, QLD

Cuisines: Italian

Address: 119 Lamington St

Sardinas

Reservoir, VIC

Cuisines: Cocktail, Brunch

Address: 688 High St

Patsy's Melbourne

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Vegetarian, Mediterranean

Address: 213 Franklin St

OMI Melbourne Central

Melbourne CBD, VIC

Cuisines: Japanese

Japanese Wagyu specialist, offering a variety of mouth-watering and affordable Wagyu beef rice bowls, complemented by a creative selection of sauces

Address: L01 Shop149A, Cnr La Trobe and, Swanston St

Petition

Perth, Western Australia

Cuisines: Modern Australian

Address: State Buildings St Georges Tce &

Clam Bar

Sydney, NSW

Cuisines: Steak, American,

Address: 44 Bridge St

Rosé Gelateria

Hope Island, Queensland

Cuisines: Gelato, Italian

Address: Sanctuary Cove

Palette Restaurant

Surfers Paradise, Queensland

Cuisines: Modern Australian

Address: 135 Bundall Rd

Proud Mary Coffee

Collingwood, VIC

Cuisines: Coffee

Address: 172 Oxford St

Vela Restaurant

West End, QLD

Cuisines: Thai

Address: West Village, Factory 2/97 Boundary St West Village

NAMAK INDIAN RESTAURANT

Prahran, VIC

Cuisines: Indian

Address: 254 Chapel St

Sokyo

Pyrmont, NSW

Cuisines: Japanese

Address: The Darling Level G

Bennelong

Sydney, NSW

Cuisines: Australian

Address: Sydney Opera House Bennelong Point

Pepe's Mexican Restaurant at Bayside

Wynnum, QLD

Cuisines: Mexican

Address: Unit 3/89 Bay Terrace Unit 3/89 Bay Terrace

Anglers Tavern

Maribyrnong, VIC

Cuisines: Cocktail

Address: 2 Anglers Way

Romanello

Melbourne, VIC

Cuisines: Pizza

Address: 93 Therry St