Best Date Night Restaurants in North Melbourne

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1. 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.

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2. 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!

3. 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.

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4. 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

5. Earth Angels

4.6

Exceptional(24)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • North Melbourne

Earth Angels is a Wine bar and eatery in West Melbourne.Good Food, Good Wine, Good Cocktails. Open 6pm Till late Wednesday to Saturday.

6. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(598)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 50 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.

7. 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.

8. Maven by Morgan

4.7

Exceptional(158)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 17 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.

9. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1347)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 48 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.

10. Meatmaiden

4.7

Exceptional(1426)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 50 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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Renai
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had a fantastic lunch with friends at Ho Chi Mama CBD on Sunday, we did the FeedMe option and there was lots of amazing food, the duck red curry was voted our favourite, the service was excellent, ambience great too. Highly recommend!
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Karen
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Serai food was excellent and our Waiter was fantastic- great vibe and service- will be back!!!
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Serai KitchenPrice: Very Expensive• Filipino• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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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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Tom
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fabulous atmosphere and top notch food. Staff are very welcoming and provide great service. Lighting is really pleasant, perfect place for a date night.
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MeatmaidenPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Tracy
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Fantastic food and wine, great service in a trendy setting at a great price point. Will be back.
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Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7

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