Best Modern Australian Restaurants in Maidstone

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1. West 48

4.5

Awesome(49)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern australian • Footscray

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to West 48, a vibrant spot in Footscray where rustic charm meets modern Australian cuisine. Our inviting industrial space is perfect for gathering with friends and family over delicious food.Start your day with our all-day breakfast menu. For lunch, enjoy toasted ciabattas with choices such as Cuca sardines or tiger prawns with coriander and aioli.We cater to all tastes, offering vegetarian and gluten-free options, along with a selection of refreshing drinks, including coffee, tea, and cold-pressed juices.Whether you're after a casual brunch or a relaxed lunch, West 48 is your ideal destination. Come and experience our unique blend of rustic charm and modern cuisine today.

2. Mona Castle Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(256)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern australian • Seddon

Booked 25 times today

The Mona Castle Hotel is a historic pub in the heart of Melbourne's West, serving locals for over 150 years. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, it offers a diverse menu featuring classic pub favorites alongside modern Australian dishes. Guests can also enjoy a wide selection of drinks, including beers, wines, and cocktails. The Mona Castle Hotel is the perfect spot to relax and share a meal with friends or family.

3. TOTE Bar & Dining

4.7

Exceptional(253)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern australian • Moonee Ponds

Booked 4 times today

A contemporary bar and restaurant, serving modern-Australian dishes with seasonal eating in mind.Channelling the timeless allure of 1930's design, the interior boasts rich oak panelling, emerald hues, decadent leather and bronze finishes. The space offers three intimate dining areas, known as The Northern Terrace, The Dining Room and The Cellar - our Private Dining Room. The main feature of TOTE is casual dining with premium quality food from well sourced high quality and sustainable produce.It features a contemporary offering from coffee, craft beer and creative cocktails to carefully curated local & imported wines and spirits.The bar itself is modelled to the development’s quintessential roots – the racecourse – and is aptly shaped in an oval form to mirror it.

4. TAP831

4.3

Awesome(100)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern australian • Docklands

Booked 4 times today

TAP831 celebrates Victorian produce. Sourcing from premium local producers, our menu features a seasonal range of sustainable produce. Our core inspiration is that each dish is created with the integrity of the ingredient in mind, with that TAP831 twist – a creative, contemporary and sophisticated, yet casual. You will love TAP831’s menu without pretension, and especially our snazzy, wallet-friendly wines. We carefully select our wines to provide you with a range of favourites as well as something new and exciting. The list features a handful of popular vineyards and an intriguing selection of boutique wines.

5. The Nixon Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(100)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern australian • Docklands

The Nixon Hotel in Melbourne's Docklands is a shining example of authentic Pub cuisine. With rave reviews like "excellent food - service by the girls was second to none" and praise for its "friendly and attentive" staff, this spot is not just about the food but also about creating memorable dining experiences. Guests are particularly fond of the delicious gluten-free options and the outstanding pies. The Nixon Hotel's modern Australian pub menu pairs perfectly with an impressive selection of 17 brews on tap. Its superb location, close to Marvel Stadium, makes it the ideal spot for pre-event dining or just a casual catch-up with friends.

6. Sir Duke

4.5

Awesome(149)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern australian • Moonee Ponds

Sir Duke is a cafe located in Melbourne's North West, Moonee Ponds serving an exceptional array of locally grown produce and seasonally paired with the finest specialty coffee, fresh juices, cocktails, beers and wines.

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7. Lush Rooftop & Bar

4.3

Awesome(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern australian • Keilor

Booked 2 times today

Lush Rooftop & Bar offers a one-of-a-kind experience where expertly crafted cocktails and gourmet dishes meet stunning aesthetic interiors. Adorned with vibrant, artful murals throughout, the venue exudes creativity and charm. With an amazing rooftop setting and versatile function space, it’s the perfect spot for any occasion, blending style, flavor, and ambiance seamlessly.

8. Errol's

4.1

Excellent(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern australian • North Melbourne

Errol's is a relaxed licensed cafe, restaurant and bar located on vibrant Errol St, North Melbourne. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Errol's serves excellent coffee and great food all day long. Breakfast is available until 3pm on the weekends. The specials menu changes every month to reflect the flavours of the season. Errol's pastries are legendary. All house baked, the range includes New York style baked berry cheesecake, sticky date, mars bar cake to the classic lemon tart- and many more.

A photo of GK Tapas Bar & Restaurant restaurant

9. GK Tapas Bar & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(12)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern australian • Moonee Ponds

Booked 2 times today

Our Tapas Bar & Restaurant blends Spanish style dishes with Australian native ingredients to create a unique menu of Tapas, Paella and hearty Mains. Our Head Chef and owner Laura also has quite a love affair with Patisserie which shows in our extensive dessert menu. GK is the place where food brings people together. We make absolutely everything in-house using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With a focus on bold flavours and creative textures, our dining menu caters to every taste, offering seafood, meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Join us for a laid-back dining experience that seamlessly blends Australian and Spanish cuisine.GK’s relaxed atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, from a casual mid-week meal to a party with your whole crew, and everything in between. It enriches the Moonee Ponds locale, providing an ideal setting for relaxed drinks, dinner, and events of any size.

10. The Castle Hotel

4.2

Awesome(24)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern australian • North Melbourne

The Castle Hotel North Melbourne is a cosy, charming and lively bar and restaurant that’s ideal for catching up with friends over Belgian beers, Australian craft brews and damn delicious food. Located on Courtney Street, this Melbourne spot is home to a menu brimming with modern Australian classics such as succulent steaks from the charcoal grill; crispy pork belly; fish of the day; free-range chicken parmigiana and schnitzel and a particularly delicious Greek lamb gyros souvlaki. With so much more on offer, including a menu for the little ones, wine list and extensive range of local and imported beers, The Castle Hotel is perfect for drinks, food, the game and well, pretty much everything. So, book a table and head to North Melbourne – you won’t be disappointed.

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PiaVIP
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Fantastic staff who are always friendly and helpful. Great location with plenty of street parking. Trivia host does an amazing job on Thursday nights. Highly recommend their onions rings.
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The Nixon HotelPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Docklands
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4.6
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sandy
Melbourne •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Busy local café, lovely coffee! Good crowd in enjoying the place!
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West 48Price: Moderate• Modern Australian• Footscray
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4.5
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Liz
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
We dined as a large group for my son's birthday. Meals came out quickly and altogether. Service was excellent and food delicious. Will be back
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Lush Rooftop & BarPrice: Moderate• Australian• Keilor
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4.3
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Steve
Melbourne •6 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 22, 2025
Good location for a drink or meal if going to a game at docklands.
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TAP831Price: Moderate• Modern Australian• Docklands
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4.3
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John-Paul
Melbourne •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 18, 2025
Decent portion size of dishes. Parama and chips good value. Big breakfast really good. Friendly staff, it’s one of my favourite places to eat for brunch.
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Sir DukePrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Moonee Ponds
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4.5

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