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1. French Saloon
4.7
Exceptional(376)
Price: Expensive
• French • Melbourne CBD
Booked 8 times today
Tucked away above the vibrant red brick of Hardware Lane in Melbourne's CBD, you'll discover French Saloon, an elevated casual dining experience that channels the spirit of a classic French bistro using local and seasonal ingredients. Open for lunch and dinner, ascend the narrow stairs and find yourself in a New York-style loft, bathed in natural light from large windows overlooking the bustling street below.This confident yet casual French bistro is the brainchild of veteran restaurateurs Joshua Brisbane, Con Christopoulos (renowned for The European, Siglo, and Melbourne Supper Club) and prolific chef Ian Curley and executive chef Luke Fraser. The thoughtful wine list is naturally French-focused but with plenty of special local and domestic surprises too.French Saloon's recent collaboration with the renowned London restaurant St John during the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival has further cemented its place as a noteworthy destination in Melbourne's dynamic culinary scene.
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2. Essie Wine Bar
4.5
Awesome(15)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Malvern
Booked 3 times today
Nestled in the backstreets of Malvern, Essie is a local neighbourhood wine bar and bottle shop. Offering a selection of local and international varieties and styles that speak of time and place. Cosy up next to the fireplace or grab a spot in our sun-filled courtyard.
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3. Normandy Wine & Grill
4.7
Exceptional(128)
Price: Expensive
• French • Windsor
Booked 14 times today
Normandy, a cosy restaurant & wine bar, serving French food both traditional and modern. Steak frites plays a big part on the menu serving Cape grim beef with Bearnaise or bordelaise sauce.- TUESDAYS 1/2 Price Steak Frites (all cuts of 'The Grill')- WEDNESDAYS $35 French Classic Dish + Glass of Wine- BYO Tuesday - Thursday ($25 corkage pb)
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4. Cha Ching
4.4
Awesome(548)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 33 times today
Cha Ching is a comfort food haven, serving Asian dishes with a unique fusion twist. Reviews rave about the 'delicious food', 'friendly staff', and 'quick service'. The 'Feed me now' option is a hit, offering a great value for the price. The menu features 'vibrant' dishes with 'different flavours', making it an embodiment of comfort food.
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5. Rising Sun Hotel Richmond
4.5
Awesome(34)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Richmond
Booked 21 times today
The Rising Sun is Richmond's Pub. A true local with bistro, public bar, rooftop & bottleshop. A classic pub menu with sports on plenty of screens, a pool table, and ice cold Carlton Draught.
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6. Kafeneion at the Melbourne Supper Club
4.6
Exceptional(182)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Melbourne CBD
Booked 28 times today
Melbourne's favourite spot is joining forces with the city's hottest Greek restaurant! Brace yourself for a culinary love affair that merges the best of Melbourne's charm with the rich flavours of traditional Greek cuisine.
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7. Norma Fitzroy
4.3
Awesome(37)
Price: Moderate
• French • Fitzroy
Booked 6 times today
Experience the exquisite flavours of the French Mediterranean at Norma Fitzroy, where the aroma of freshly baked baguettes mingles with the scent of sun-ripened tomatoes. Indulge in a culinary journey that captures the essence of Provence and the French Riviera, all within the charming ambience of Norma Fitzroy.
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8. Donnini's
4.7
Exceptional(666)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Carlton
Booked 4 times today
Donnini's is a generational Italian eatery with a sincere focus on handmade pasta, real food, generous hospitality & well sourced wines.Family owned and operated DONNINI'S relaxed atmosphere and honest approach to traditional cooking provides the perfect environment for family get-togethers, intimate dinners and business lunches alike.
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9. Borsch Vodka & Tears
4.8
Exceptional(298)
Price: Moderate
• Polish • Windsor
Booked 10 times today
Borsch, Vodka and Tears is a Melbourne institution currently celebrating 20 years at the colourful end of Chapel Street. Styled after a Kraków cellar bar, Borsch is a romantic Bohemian enclave, the home of the Green Faery, an ode to a hazy and debauched bygone world. We specialise in Polish vodka, vodka-centric interpretations of classic and modern cocktails, authentic wormwood absinthe, Eastern European beers, contemporary Polish dishes and late night fun times.
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10. Park Street Pasta & Wine
4.5
Awesome(835)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South Melbourne
Booked 10 times today
Park Street Pasta & Wine is a cozy Italian spot that serves up comfort food in a warm and inviting environment. Reviewers rave about the 'terrific homemade pasta' and the 'divine handmade pasta', which is a testament to its comforting nature. The menu is inspired by the Tuscan roots of the head chef, and the dishes are described as 'wonderful', 'delicious', and 'excellent'. The restaurant's ambiance is also praised, with many saying it makes them feel like they're back in Italy.
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  • kevinVIP
    Tasmania •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Only disappointment was they were out of the roast of the day. Food was great. Well worth a visit.
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    Rising Sun Hotel RichmondPrice: Moderate• Australian• Richmond
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    4.5
  • David
    Tropical North Queensland •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Excellent service and wonderful food. A great venue for lunch. The atmosphere was welcoming and vibrant but still really conducive to conversation. Will definitely come back.
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    Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.4
  • Gino
    Melbourne •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Always a great experience every time food quality the way it’s cooked, presented, and delivered. I be just keep going back as a favourite consistent food.
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    Normandy Wine & GrillPrice: Expensive• French• Windsor
    •
    4.7
  • Jan
    London •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jul 15, 2025
    Lovely French bistro with excellent high end food. Menu is A la Carte, and quite flexible. Loved the experience. Everything from finding the front door and up the stairs to a charming loft that makes you feel at home. The service was excellent and friendly, the wine list is fantastic with great choices to match your meal. The food was modern french with a nice balance of options to match most peoples needs. We would go there again for sure.
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    French SaloonPrice: Expensive• French• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.7
  • Ali
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 6, 2025
    Cosy place to share a drink with a partner or friends., love the lighting, the friendly warmth of staff and their attentiveness to their customers is spot on. The music isn't overbearing and helps to set the ambience of the place. Very relaxing and one of my fave places to enjoy a bubbles!
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    Essie Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Malvern
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    4.5

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