Best Authentic Restaurants in Donnybrook

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BallaratBaysideCity CentreEastern SuburbsInner City EastInner City North

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AbbotsfordAlbert ParkArmadaleBalaclavaBalwyn NorthBox Hill

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1. Mama Manoush

4.8

Exceptional(341)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Brunswick

Booked 12 times today

A TASTE OF LEBANON Fresh n' Tasty! Our mezza selection is authentic and traditional to the finest detail. If you were in Lebanon right now, this is what would be on the menu and made the same way with the same ingredients. Mama has invited you round for dinner! She's cooked a massive feast so be sure to tell all your friends! Once you are done, stop by her garden for a drink.

2. Kumo Izakaya

4.5

Awesome(241)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Brunswick

Booked 26 times today

Kumo Izakaya is an authentic Japanese restaurant offering a contemporary twist on traditional dishes. The reviews laud its 'delicious food', 'lovely atmosphere', and 'attentive service'. The menu includes a variety of dishes perfect for sharing, complemented by a selection of wine, craft beer, and sake. The ambiance is described as 'warm and inviting', and the staff as 'friendly and attentive'. The restaurant's focus on quality without pretence also adds to its authenticity.

3. Yakamoz

4.8

Exceptional(96)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Brunswick

Booked 11 times today

A neighbourhood restaurant in Brunswick East serving Mediterranean food cooked with fire, sharing style dishes and wines.Head chef Cagri Ergin, born and raised Istanbul native with a passion for cooking and a love for the flavours of the Mediterranean and Anatolian regions. A degree in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts, Cagri has honed his skills in the kitchen and gained a deep understanding of the diverse cuisines that define their home region.Our small and ever changing wine list is influenced by the season. Reds take the spotlight when it's chilly, while whites shine in the summertime. Sourced from all different parts of the world.Broadsheet Melbourne’s Best New Restaurants of 2023The Age Good Food Guide 2023

4. Quarry Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Brunswick

Booked 1 time today

WELCOME TO THE QUARRY HOTELIt is at the gate of East Brunswick that you’ll find the Quarry Hotel. Close to the city and with easy access via public transport, the Quarry Hotel is an institution, an authentic pub where everyone find its place.Whether you choose to soak up the authentic pub atmosphere in our Public Bar and Dining Room or watch the Lygon Street crowd passing by at one of our outdoor tables, you can be assured of friendly service and warm atmosphere at the Quarry Hotel.The ideal place to get together with your mates and enjoy some pub grub while you watch your favourite sports on one of our many big screen TVs. From cocktails to beers and wines, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

5. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1367)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 38 times today

Trattoria Emilia is an authentic Italian restaurant focusing on seasonal produce and fresh pasta. Head chefs Francesco Rota and Luca Flammia hail from Modena in Emilia Romagna.At Trattoria Emilia we seasonally change the menu and source a large majority of our produce from regional Victoria, our meat is organic and sustainably grown in Tasmania and Victoria and we import some of the best Italian DOC products. Some dishes that are not to be missed are our Tortelloni Emiliani and the crowd favourite salumi misti with gnocco fritto and tigelle served with mortadella mousse.Rustic, yet refined, Trattoria Emilia boasts fantastic ambience, attentive and professional service whilst all the while remaining a great casual dining spot perfect for a quick lunch, a long relaxing dinner with friends and has always been a romantic date spot.

6. Kentaro

4.4

Awesome(35)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 25 times today

Welcome to KENTARO, a Japanese omakase restaurant that transports diners to the intimate charm of Japan’s hidden side streets. Here, we offer an authentic and immersive dining experience that celebrates the art of Japanese cuisine. Under the guidance of our talented producer chef, whose extensive background includes esteemed Melbourne establishments such as Shiranui, Shoya, and Marble Yakiniku, as well as international experience in culinary hubs like Singapore and Tokyo, Kentaro elevates Melbourne's dining scene to new heights. Join us for a unique journey where tradition meets innovation in every exquisite creation.

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7. DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar - Carlton

4.4

Awesome(603)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Carlton

Booked 33 times today

D.O.C is real Italian eating and age old simplicity refreshed with contemporary flair. A celebration of heritage. A joy in sharing. Authentic, exuberant and outrageously Italian.

8. Il Solito Posto

4.8

Exceptional(1285)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 54 times today

One of Melbourne's most renowned Italian restaurants. Il Solito Posto is an institution. A real Melbourne Italian dining experience with a warm urban chic feel. Tantalise your taste buds with regional Italian dishes, prepared with the freshest seasonal produce and revel in the awarded wine list. This is Il Solito Posto ..... The usual place..

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9. Bali Hai CBD (Thai fusion)

4.6

Exceptional(65)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Melbourne CBD

Booked 27 times today

Sawasdee Ka 🌸 Welcome to Bali Hai, where Melbourne meets Pattaya! Thai-Fusion flavours in the Melbourne CBD.Nestled in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Bali Hai brings together the vibrant flavours of Thailand and the sophistication of Melbourne’s dining scene. Our passion for authentic Thai cuisine has created a unique fusion experience that will tantalize your taste buds.Inspired by the bustling streets of Bangkok and the serene beaches of Pattaya, our menu features a diverse range of traditional Thai dishes, each infused with a modern twist. From fiery curries and fragrant stir-fries to delicate noodle dishes and flavourful appetizers, our menu satisfies every palate.

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10. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

4.5

Awesome(912)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 75 times today

Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which youwon’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience. We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.

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Christopher
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommended!
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Trattoria EmiliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.8
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Jason
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
China looked after us in the private dining room. Awesome night and amazing service.
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Kumo IzakayaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Brunswick
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4.5
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MONIQUE
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Food was incredible and the service was amazing, will definitely be back!
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YakamozPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Brunswick
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4.8
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Olivia
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 20, 2025
Can’t go wrong, great place and great food. Staff are onto it.
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Mama ManoushPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Brunswick
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4.8

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