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1. Kiss & Tell
4.7
Exceptional(616)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 51 times today
Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.
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2. Hochi Mama CBD
4.7
Exceptional(3379)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 78 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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3. Maven by Morgan
4.7
Exceptional(166)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Fitzroy
Booked 18 times today
Step into Maven, Fitzroy's lively and stylish dining spot by Morgan Hipworth. Enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dishes designed for sharing, alongside innovative cocktails in a relaxed and buzzing atmosphere. Whether for a casual night out or a special occasion, Maven offers memorable moments over great food and drinks.
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4. Meatmaiden
4.6
Exceptional(1442)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD
Booked 54 times today
Meatmaiden is an underground steakhouse and cocktail bar delivering a unique take on the classics.Hidden in the basement of the historic Georges Building, we strive to find the finest grass-fed, grain-fed and Wagyu beef for our custom-built grill and wood-fired smoker and dry-age select cuts in our meat cabinet.Premium steaks from incredible local producers with an ever-evolving lineup, seafood dishes such as our cult lobster mac cheese and modern, diverse menus stand alongside innovative house cocktails and a focused, energetic wine list.Look for the Maiden's face on Little Collins St, descend the metal stairs and discover our dark, seductive venue and individual approach to dining out in this rollicking homage to all things meat.
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5. Trattoria Emilia
4.8
Exceptional(1361)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 38 times today
Trattoria Emilia is a charming Italian restaurant in Melbourne CBD, renowned for its authentic flavors and exceptional service. Reviewers consistently praise the fantastic ambience, excellent food, and attentive service, describing it as a perfect spot for a romantic date or an intimate dinner. One reviewer even celebrated their wedding anniversary here, suggesting it's a place for special occasions. The restaurant's overall ratings are consistently high, with a focus on its great atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent food and service.
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6. Vue de monde
4.9
Exceptional(1997)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 15 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.
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7. Dom's Social Club
4.7
Exceptional(221)
Price: Moderate
• Continental • Melbourne CBD
Booked 15 times today
Doms is a no frills, 3 level pizza wonderland from the crew that bought you Peaches, Cheek, Dexter & Takeaway Pizza. GOOD PIZZA, GOOD WINES, GOOD TIMES. Level 1 - Pizzeria/Restaurant Level 2 - Pool RoomLevel 3 - Walk-in Outdoor Rooftop BarFood is available on all 3 levels 🍕 Dining at Doms - It's old school and inviting. A menu of slow fermented wood fired sourdough pizza, alongside tasty snacks and a very deep wine list. The perfect venue for that date, that birthday, that catch up. Social, familiar, honest and good. Hot tip: drink Lambrusco, eat the salami! Please note unfortunately we do not have disabled access.
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8. Love Letter - Melbourne
4.7
Exceptional(94)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Richmond
Booked 27 times today
Dear Richmond,This little restaurant is our love letter to food. It's our happy little place, where we get to live the joy of feeding people everyday. We all grew up in spaces that equated food with love, just like this place. Everything we have done here is deliberate, from the art on the walls to the produce we use. We've made a point of sourcing ingredients from some of the best suppliers in the state, making sure that our menu reflects what's in season. For us, this place is about experience: we try our best to make you feel both at home and 'out for something special'. Every plate that comes back wiped clean by someone who just couldn't get enough is a 'the hard work is worth it' moment for us. Matty & Tee From Love Letter, with love x
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9. Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy
4.3
Awesome(1751)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Fitzroy
Ichi Ni Nana, is a modern style Izakaya experience spread across multiple levels along the iconic Brunswick Street offering delectable Japanese dishes with a modern twist (such as our must try Ebi Mayo). The venue also comprises an amazing beverage list of Japanese inspired cocktails, the best Japan has to offer in sakes and whiskies and a comprehensive wine list covering local and international regions. Our friendly and professional team will take you on a guided tour through a Japanese experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating your next visit. Whether it’s an intimate dinner in one of our hand crafted booths or a group celebration, Ichi Ni Nana has an abundance of breathtaking indoor and outdoor areas (including a courtyard with a retractable glass ceiling which can be enjoyed rain, hail or shine), to suit any occasion.
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10. Leonardo's Pizza Palace
4.7
Exceptional(108)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Carlton
Booked 52 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.
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  • Luca
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food was great value and high quality with lots of different flavours and textures to enjoy. I recommend the salmon sashimi and red duck curry. The service was quick and workers were helpful and friendly. My nit-picky critique I have is the Bangkok Belle cocktail was very sweet and didn’t pair well with the food, but was still a great drink for someone looking for something yummy and easy to enjoy.
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    Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.7
  • Steven
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    It was an excellent experience with good service. Thanks again.
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    MeatmaidenPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.6
  • sunil
    London •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food was amazing and lovely vibrant atmosphere . Thank you to the young gentleman who wished us anniversary and was so attentive.
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    Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.4
  • John
    Tropical North Queensland •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Incredible food, service was great, overall great experience!!
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    Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.7
  • MAYA
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 16, 2025
    By far one of the best restaurants in Melbourne. We rocked up on a Monday evening at 8:45pm, late to our booking 8:30pm, in which we thought the restaurant closed at 12pm but no- it closed at 9pm! So automatically I thought they would apologise and say that we had come too late or give us a time of which we had to leave but instead they catered us, looked after us and told us to take our time. Lucas, the manager and our waiter was so very accomodating. Midway through the dinner, we (me and my date) were the only ones in the restaurant. Was truly an experience I am very grateful for, and all the food was 10/10. I do recommend the ebi mayo, okonomiyaki and yakitori AND the HOT CHOCOLATE - it's one of the best I've had. No joke. 100% recommend.
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    Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - FitzroyPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Fitzroy
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    4.3

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