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An Evening with H Woo at Aru | 23 January We’re thrilled to welcome fine-dining chef H Woo to Aru for a one-night crossover. Self-taught and known for his underground supper club, Maru LA, H Woo has since collaborated with top restaurants across Spain and the US. For this dinner, he brings his inventive, Japan-inspired approach to Aru’s kitchen. Expect dishes like Bluefin Tuna Tartare with Antonius Caviar, Matsukasa Tilefish with Smoked ...

LE CLUB LACOSTE MELBOURNE: 16.01.26 — 01.02.26 This summer, we’re joining forces with Lacoste to bring Le Club Lacoste to Melbourne — a sun-soaked, tennis-charged oasis on the Yarra. Catch the action on big screens, enjoy special food and drink menus, and for those who prefer to rally rather than spectate, step onto the Lacoste Court. It all kicks off Friday 16 January as Le Club Lacoste Melbourne debuts at Afloat with an evening of French hou...

French Wine Essentials Course Starts 27 Jan at Cardwell Cellars Enrolments now open — classes begin 27 January 2026. Join our French Wine Essentials course, presented by the Wine Scholar Guild and hosted in Cardwell Cellars' Map Room. Across six Tuesday evenings, we’ll explore France’s great regions through terroir, history, and the glass. From the Loire’s limestone to Bordeaux’s gravels and marl. Perfect for wine enthusiasts ready to de...

SPOONS by Rahel Stephanie at Cam’s – Sunday, 11 January, from Midday We are very excited to have @eatwithsp00ns (SPOONS 🥄 by Rahel Stephanie) as Chef at Cam’s this Sunday, 11th Jan! From midday til late, Rahel is going to be serving beautiful Indonesian food in the kiosk courtyard. No bookings required; walk-ins only. DJs too!
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The best part of the working week starts at 5pm 🍸 After Work at Babines. Wednesday to Friday, 5pm to 6.30pm. Drinks, snacks, and a room full of locals who had the right idea. Pints from $10 · Wine from $10 · Freezer Martini $18 · Negroni $18 · Seasonal Highball $18 Moroccan Chicken Skewers $5ea · Home-made Fries $8 📍 You know where to find us on Smith St. Walk-ins always welcome.

This is no ordinary wine lunch 🍷 Our guy Mitch from Eleven Sons Wine is coming in, and we're doing four wines, five dishes, and a very good reason to take a long lunch on a Thursday. Mitch is bringing some fun varietals like Sémillon, Grüner, Dolcetto, and a Touriga Nacional, all pouring alongside the Filipino food you love to eat. Thursday 28th May. 1pm. Tell work you'll be back late. Link in bio to book ❤️🔥

$45 Pre-Theatre Short Set Menu | Bear's Wine Bar Dinner in under an hour — done properly at Bear Wine Bar. The $45 Short Set Menu is designed for quick, refined pre-theatre dining, with a three-course menu that delivers comfort and flavour without the wait. Start with house-made focaccia and stracciatella with fennel marmelatta and roasted fennel, followed by ½ roast chicken with winter roots and jus, and finish with a decadent affogato featuri...

Happy Hour at Bear's Wine Bar, Mon–Tue from 4pm Early evenings just got stronger at Bear Wine Bar. Every Monday and Tuesday from 4–9pm, settle in for $12 House Negronis and $12 Dry Gin Martinis — a simple, no-nonsense happy hour built around two of the classics. Whether you're kicking off the night or winding down the day, it's the perfect excuse to pull up a seat at the bar.

Winter Warmer 26’ This will be our 5th year— a hearty, soul-warming dish built for grey skies and cold fingers, and priced so it's an easy yes for anyone walking past. Think of it as our way of reminding people that the beach is still very much worth visiting in winter, especially with something steaming on the table. Winter Warmer 26’ Lookbook: Scallop Pie (May 18th - June 7th) Ricotta Gnudi + Smoked Chestnut - (June 8th - June 28th) Seafood R...

$35 STEAK NIGHT | EVERY WEDNESDAY | FROM 5PM ▪️250g O’Connor Sirloin w/ blistered snake chilli ▪️Chipotle red wine jus ▪️Secret salt fries ▪️Cos wedge salad Bookings recommended, walk-ins always welcome.

Friday nights at Bonny: DJs, grill specials, and double happy hour. Kick off the weekend at Bonny with DJ Celia Bow spinning records while you settle in for a night of great food and drinks. Happy Hour runs twice (4–6pm and 9–11pm) with $8 lager, $10 chilled red or Pinot Gris, and $10 Davidson plum spritz. From the grill, don’t miss the $26 charcoal roasted chicken served with miso piperade and waffle fries, alongside favourites like steak, ...

🍕🍕 $30 PIZZA + VINO 🍷🍷 🍝🍝 $30 PASTA + VINO 🍷🍷 Missed the boat for Euro Summer? Fear not. Our Bologna-born, pasta-making, pizza-slinging Alberto is bringing the best of his hometown to Figlia. Every Monday night from 5pm, get sourdough pizza with silky mortadella and black garlic, or gramigna, the squiggly pasta, with pork sausage and cime di rapa. Plus a glass of something delicious from the Figlia cellar. All for a cool $30. Gr...

Boozy Bottomless Brunch Join us for our Boozy Bottomless Brunch every Saturday from 11am-4pm! With 3 packages (Basic Bitch, Rich Bitch & Sober Bitch), you'll have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to drinks and food. With drag performances from 12pm each week, too, you're in the right place if you're looking to chase those weekly blues away, where the fizz never stops! Book now!

CLAYMORE @ORRONG HOTEL - WINE & A BITE Thursday 28 May • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Claymore Wines heads south from the Clare Valley for a special Wine & A Bite pop-up at the Orrong Hotel. Join Jonathon and Carissa from the Claymore cellar door as they pour a lineup of their music-inspired wines, paired with tasty bites from the Orrong kitchen. Expect a relaxed evening of guided tastings, stories from the Clare Valley, new 2026 white wine re...

Saturday 6 June, head to the Wharf and experience Thai Yum Cha at BangPop 🌶️ $14 per dish 5 for $59 Live wok station in action. Yum Cha style service with a BangPop twist. Smoky Thai flavours in the air by the Yarra. Dishes designed to share, with roving carts delivering fresh plates straight to your table. Perfect for groups, catch-ups & long lunches. Plan ahead! Book now

Burgers & Martinis with American Express. delicious Month Out. This May, indulge in an exclusive $28 burger in The Lounge, as our weekly lineup of special burgers continues. Pair it with our Mini Martini specials, or the Society Serve: two burgers, two martinis, fries and a 30g tin of caviar for $195. New burger special launching every Thursday. Walk-ins only.

Onannon Winery Dinner Saturday, May 30 • 6:30 PM - 9 PM Join an intimate Wine Club dinner at Dolly Restaurant where Executive Chef Hervé Borghini and winemaker Will Byron from Onannon Winery bring their crafts together. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated multi-course menu paired with Onannon wines, creating a guided journey through flavour, storytelling, and food-and-wine pairings. With limited seats available, guests will have the chance to ...

Circl x Doju Collaboration Dinner at Circl | 28 May, $165pp A one-night collaboration between Circl’s Scandi-influenced kitchen and Doju’s modern Korean cuisine, celebrating exceptional seafood and the producers behind it. Supported by HarvestStack, the digital marketplace connecting chefs, farmers and fishers through ethical, transparent direct trade. The menu will showcase pristine local seafood and a more sustainable way of sourcing. Ti...

Sake x Ghibli Jazz Vol.12 at Bar Selecta | 28 May | $63pp Step into a dreamy evening of music and sake at Bar Selecta as Sake x Ghibli Jazz Vol.12 brings together live jazz, Japanese flavours and Studio Ghibli nostalgia. Hosted by sake sommelier Kana Aoyama, the night features a guided three-sake tasting paired with Japanese canapés from Future Canteen. Expect a transportive live set from jazz musicians Nana Koizumi and Russell Tay, blending ...

Join us on Friday nights for Oysters in Abbotsford. On Fridays, we'll be welcoming a guest expert to pour some exciting wines by the glass alongside Oysters, $3 a bivalve. Bookings can be made through our website.

We're super excited to announce that we're going to host the Mahjong Club on Sundays! The first three weeks will be more casual, with all tables out, giving you a good time to get your Mahjong fix in. The last Sunday of the month, we'll reduce the number of tables on the floor to share the space with good friends Earworthy playing their insane curation of live music (shout-out Jerry Li for those smooth trumpet notes) Other than that, the fo...

Pasta Bowl Workshop: Sunday, May 24 Ciao amici ~ tickets are now available! 🦞 We’re so excited to host our third Pasta Bowl Workshop ❣️🍝 Thanks for all your love and support! Together we’ll enjoy a rustic Italian lunch by chefs Marco & Luca of Super Norma, then ease into a slow, creative afternoon. You’ll paint and glaze your own handcrafted ceramic pasta bowl inspired by Ciao Pasta Club and Mediterranean graphics 🌀 This workshop is...

Burgers & Martinis series, running throughout May This May, indulge in an exclusive $28 burger in The Lounge, with a weekly rotating lineup of special burgers. Pair it with our Mini Martini specials, or the Society Serve: two burgers, two martinis, fries and a 30g tin of caviar for $200. Walk-ins only.

Out of office, into Freyja: Tuesday - Thursday There’s a window most people overlook. From 5.30pm to 6.30pm, a shorter menu invites a different start to the evening. A glass, something small, and a moment to reset before the night begins. Oysters, croquettes, tartlet, calamari, paired with thoughtful pours. $30 after work drink and a snack menu. Tuesday to Thursday, available now. Book now!
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