Best Lunch Restaurants in North Melbourne

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A photo of The Courthouse Hotel restaurant

1. The Courthouse Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(310)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • North Melbourne

Booked 22 times today

Nestled in the vibrant heart of North Melbourne, the Courthouse Hotel is just steps away from the Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne's Arts Precinct.With multiple fireplaces, our cosy pub offers a warm and welcoming ambiance.We take pride in sourcing local, seasonal produce to prepare traditional pub favourites and more!

2. Bar Taralli

4.6

Exceptional(31)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Melbourne

Booked 13 times today

Led by renowned Melbourne chef Salvatore Giorgio, Bar Taralli celebrates the rustic flavours and traditions from the South of Italy.Inspired by the regions simple yet bold approach to food, Bar Taralli focuses on bringing out authentic flavours in every dish.Creating a warm and inviting space for patrons to gather, this is Salvatore's love letter to his homeland, a region that deeply shaped his culinary philosophy. Salvatore welcomes you to his new home, a place to share his rich food culture with Melbourne foodies.

A photo of Three Crowns Hotel restaurant

3. Three Crowns Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(211)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • West Melbourne

Booked 18 times today

Situated in the heart of North Melbourne, Three Crowns Hotel is an iconic family run hotel comprising of a dining room, public and wine bars, function spaces and a beer garden. The restaurants food is comprised of nothing but the freshest local produce which is used to create every dish on their modern Australian menu

4. 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.

5. The Castle Hotel

4.2

Awesome(23)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • North Melbourne

Booked 3 times today

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.

6. Agraba

3.7

Very Good(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Lebanese • North Melbourne

Agraba is an authentic Lebanese Mezze restaurant and bar located in North Melbourne. Our food combines unique flavours and fresh ingredients for a shared dining experience with family and friends.Currently, we are sharing a space with Errol's Restaurant with our Lebanese mezze, desserts and drinks menu available.

7. Luci

4.4

Awesome(217)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 13 times today

Luci is a contemporary Australian restaurant set in the grand hall of Melbourne’s historic Equity Chambers building.Its art deco styled dining room – designed by Bates Smart – provides a sophisticated backdrop to a contemporary Australian menu with Italian accents.Celebrating Melbourne’s history of Italian immigrants and its evolution into a cosmopolitan culinary city, Luci is a contemporary Australian restaurant housed within the grand hall of the historic Equity Chambers Building.

8. Vue de monde

4.9

Exceptional(1975)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 7 times today

Vue de monde is a testament to the belief that dining can be a wondrous and unforgettable experience. The ever-changing chef’s menu pays homage to classical fine dining in a modern context by exploring the beauty of native Australian ingredients. While in the past the menu looked to Europe for inspiration, Executive Chef Hugh Allen continues to celebrate the unparalleled quality of home-grown produce with thoughtfully considered dishes committed to seasonality and locality. Vue de monde has been synonymous with Melbourne dining for almost 20 years, continuing to present an exciting and dynamic experience with a progression of flavours and sense of curiosity. The whimsical spirit at the heart of the Vue de monde menu has not been lost throughout the years, with the lighter-handed and more natural approach to cooking being no less infused with theatre.

9. French Saloon

4.8

Exceptional(374)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Melbourne CBD

Booked 1 time today

Climb the narrow flight of stairs up from the red brick lane to enter the saloon. A table in the bustling dining room? Or a seat at the fluted zinc bar? Whether it’s a lunch, dinner or well crafted cocktails with a snack, bookings are essential.

10. Hochi Mama CBD

4.7

Exceptional(3344)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 92 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.

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Claire
Melbourne •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Absolute gem of a local pub with incredible food and the best service. The staff are consistently wonderful - always welcoming and friendly. The Sunday Roast is an excellent choice especially during the winter months. The pub itself has been thoughtfully renovated and revived and is a comfortable and beautiful environment to enjoy a delicious meal and excellent wine choices.
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The Courthouse HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• North Melbourne
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4.8
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ric
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Simply sensational as usual !! Great venue & staff and the best part is the food !
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Three Crowns HotelPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• West Melbourne
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4.8
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Effie
Melbourne •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
What a beautiful restaurant!! The food the service was amazing!!
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Bar TaralliPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Melbourne
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4.6
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arika
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
food was so good, the people working were so nice and friendly don’t have anything negative to say and the space is gorgeous
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Errol'sPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• North Melbourne
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4.1
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Craig
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
Great service. Wonderful Belgium beers, great location
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The Castle HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• North Melbourne
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4.2

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