Best Casual Restaurants in Seddon

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1. Mona Castle Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(254)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Seddon

Booked 23 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.

2. Lay Low Bar

4.7

Exceptional(65)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Seddon

We wanted to create that very experience in a neighbourhood setting. Who needs New York when you have Seddon!Enter through the hidden door and ask the team to take you through the menu.Our bespoke cocktails are created with house made and seasonal local produce while our neighbours The Brotherhood Yiros have collaborated to create an exclusive food menu.

3. Hochi Mama CBD

4.7

Exceptional(3340)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 98 times today

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. The whole crew was always welcome, the more the merrier, and she was well renowned for creating innovative dishes using the original famous dishes from her home country, and plenty of booze, in her spacious and homey warehouse.This cheeky, vibrant and buzzing Vietnamese 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 night.

4. Cha Ching

4.4

Awesome(505)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 33 times today

Cha Ching is an Asian fusion concept restaurant where customer enjoys variety of Asian dishes on a table with Asian spiced drinks and cocktail for an affordable per dinner and lunch.Synonymous with luck in Chinese culture, Cha Ching is a project three years in the making, from Owner & Head Chef Ken Leung.From working in Hong Kong’s Michelin Star St George Restaurant in 2012 to experience in kitchens across Melbourne’s elite food scene, Ken’s hospitality experience spans over 15 years.The result? Cha Ching’s menu is an homage to Asian cuisine, emboldened by the multiculturalism of Melbourne.Street food with finesse and re-imagined traditional cuisine, every dish pops with vibrancy and colour!

5. Chocolate Buddha

4.6

Exceptional(2898)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 56 times today

Chocolate Buddha is a Japanese inspired eatery in the Heart of Fed Square. We have a Southern Terrace which seats 24 in configurations of 4. We have our Western Terrace which can seat up to 60 guests under fixed umbrellas which overlooks the Digital Facade, The Stage & has great views over Flinders Street & the Melbourne Skyline. This area is available for hire or for Functions up to 100 people. We have a 22 seater SUSHI & EXPRESS TRAIN (which delivers hot food directly to your seat) Our Trains operate Wednesday to Sunday lunches 12 - 3pm and Wednesday to Saturday Dinners 5 - 8pm. We have a 16 seater dining table which is great for small groups. We offer QR menus at each table for ease of ordering in addition to paper Menus. We Trade Wednesday to Friday from 11:45am and from 11:30am on the Weekends. We look Forward to Welcoming you Soon.

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6. Bodega Underground

4.4

Awesome(1578)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 23 times today

A restaurant smuggled from Mexico to Melbourne. Find Little Bourke Street’s late night mezcal bar and taqueria hidden underground in the China Town precinct, and open 7 days a week until late, including lunch Thursday - Sunday. Try a Tequila or Mezcal cocktail, or speak to our team about sipping some exciting Agave spirits instead. The $59 Feed Me banquet offers great value and a huge mix of traditional Mexican street food, plus some dishes with a twist. We also offer a $75 Bottomless Brunch on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays, with unlimited cocktails and 5 dishes; or a Pre-Theatre deal available every night of the week. We are located on the corner of Little Bourke and Crossley Street, Melbourne, with a moody bar and dining area perfect for both a quiet drink, or a larger celebration.

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7. Leonardo's Pizza Palace

4.7

Exceptional(100)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Carlton

Booked 37 times today

We are a neighbourhood-style American-Italian restaurant situated in the leafy backstreets of Carlton. Since 2018, we specialise in offering quality food, friendly service and natural wine.

8. Ms Ava

4.2

Awesome(37)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 2 times today

Named after the iconic actress Ava Gardner, Ms Ava embodies timeless beauty, charm, and sophistication, much like the hotel it resides in. Just as Ava Gardner was known for her warmth and graciousness, we strive to create a welcoming and enchanting ambiance where patrons can indulge in a variety of food and beverages and create unforgettable moments.

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9. Straight Outta Saigon

4.6

Exceptional(1155)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 37 times today

Born out of the wok-tossed flames of Vietnam and introduced into the bustlin’ heart of urban Melbourne, Straight Outta Saigon's serving eastern flavours for it's CBD crew. Immerse yourself in 90s hip-hop mixtapes, swim in our offerings of tropical elixirs, and bask in the taste of street-side viet-fare without the frills!

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10. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

4.5

Awesome(888)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 62 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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Ddb
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had an amazing time at Hochi Muma. The food was next level. Our waitress Mariah was a true gem. She explained our food choices, guiding us to try a couple of dishes. Book early as ours was last minute and we could only get an outside table. Brilliant experience.
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Dwight
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
We unfortunately did not get the chance to eat due to circumstances outside of the venues control but the drinks were amazing and the vibe is great!
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Lay Low BarPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Seddon
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4.7
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Jacqueline
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service and food was fantastic - delicious as always.
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Chocolate BuddhaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Sally
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great location, fun vibes, spectacular cocktails and delicious food!
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Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Patrick
Victoria •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
Best pub in the west. My favourite local. Staff are great and food and drinks are great with a terrific variety.
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Mona Castle HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• Seddon
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4.7

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