Best Date Night Restaurants in Templestowe

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A photo of Secret Kitchen - Doncaster restaurant

1. Secret Kitchen - Doncaster

4.2

Awesome(128)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Doncaster

Booked 45 times today

Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which you won’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. Expect new dim sum dishes every season and proudly 100% handmade.

2. Enoteca Boccaccio

4.7

Exceptional(331)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kew East

Booked 21 times today

Enoteca Boccaccio is a romantic Italian restaurant in Melbourne known for its exquisite food and wine. Reviewers describe it as a place for an 'intimate night out', with one mentioning the 'lovely service' and 'warm and elegant place'. The restaurant has received numerous accolades, including the 'Best Wine List in Victoria' and the 'Best Hospitality Interior' award. Its cosy setting and knowledgeable staff make it a perfect spot for a date night.

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3. Ms Jackson Restaurant & Bar

4.3

Awesome(53)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Doncaster East

Booked 17 times today

Welcome to Ms. Jacson Restaurant and Wine Bar, where culinary excellence meets timeless elegance. Nestled in the heart of Doncaster, our inviting ambiance and exceptional menu promise a dining experience that will delight all the senses. From carefully curated wines to exquisitely crafted dishes, every element is designed to elevate your meal. We also offer a variety of function options, perfect for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations, ensuring your event is as memorable as the occasion. To complement your experience, our extensive cocktail offerings add a sophisticated touch to every visit.Whether you're here for a special occasion or a casual evening out, our team is dedicated to providing exceptional service. Reserve your table today and indulge in a truly unforgettable experience at Ms. Jacson.

4. Franco & Co

4.3

Awesome(430)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Eltham

Booked 22 times today

Tucked away in the beautiful, leafy gateway of Eltham, Franco & Co is a classic Melbourne dining experience built on quality, comfort and community. A Mediterranean life revolves around the family dinner table, where you will find great conversation with delicious food and wine. We at Franco, have, have recrated the perfect atmosphere for you and your family to enjoy. The menu, courtesy of celebrity chef Jimmy H.Wong the flavours are simple and big, the portions generous, and our menu is extensive with a mixture of wood-fired pizzas and pasta options.Managed by three brothers and a lifelong friend, our company holds notable credibility within the hospitality industry. Having founded many highly rated venues in Melbourne with each of our venues having their own unique personality, we have created another experience for you to enjoy.

5. Watsonia RSL

4.6

Exceptional(272)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Watsonia

Booked 12 times today

One of the best RSL Clubs in Victoria, located only 16 kilometers north of Melbourne and only minutes away from Watsonia Railway Station, Public Transport Buses and Greensborough Shopping Centre with a welcoming atmosphere to enjoy your outing.Our Club is open from 9.00 am every day and serves lunch and dinner 7 days a week. We also have a Courtesy Bus service within a 5km radius of our venue to pick you up and take you home and over 140 car parks directly outside our front door.FACILITIESThe Watsonia RSL offers the ultimate experience in entertainment, dining , functions and hospitality.Spread over two levels our facilities include bars, sports bar, bistro, lounge, a large private function room area, cafe, as well as a children’s indoor playground.We also have, TAB Kiosk’s, Club Keno, Fox Sports, Sky Channel and Sportspick!

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6. Naught Cocktail Bar and Distillery

4.8

Exceptional(90)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Eltham

Booked 6 times today

If you've not yet heard, there's something wicked at play in Eltham. It's delicious and delectable, distinctive and divine. Create your own moment of playful elegance with your first taste of Naught, and return again for something even more enchanting. Discover what you don’t yet know at Naught.

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7. The Hills Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(178)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Surrey Hills

Booked 14 times today

We are a Pizza and Wine Bar located just a few strides from Surrey Hills Train station, on Union Road. We think that wine should first and foremost be fun, and therefore we look to showcase avant-garde producers who make wine in a fresh and approachable manner - wines that sit perfectly alongside a delicious slice of pizza.

8. Greensborough RSL

4.4

Awesome(594)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Greensborough

Booked 11 times today

Our Family-Friendly RSL Bistro has all your Club favorites, prepared with care by our kitchen team led by Dan O'Halloran. From our famous house-made chicken Parma, to our signature seafood crepe, we have the traditional bistro fare that will keep the whole family happy. Being an RSL member entitles you to members' prices on both food and beverage and special offers such as our member's nights.If you are after a quick bite to eat while watching Fox sports you may want to try our lounge bar downstairs, with all sports on the big screen and a menu to suit.

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9. Matilda Mont Albert

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Mont Albert

Booked 2 times today

Matilda Mont Albert is a café and corner store, reminiscent of the hidden Parisian coffee shops cherished by locals. Under soft tree canopies, pull up a chair at Matilda and enjoy our range of wholesome dishes catered for all - vegan and gluten free included.With warm hospitality, the sound of clinking coffee cups, and the hum of cheerful conversation, Matilda Mont Albert is your home away from home.Just across the lawn, Petite by Matilda (Matilda’s ‘younger sister’ store) beckons with vibrant and fresh salads, sandwiches and sweets to add quality to your takeaway moments.Unwrap a treat under the Crepe Myrtle trees, share a cake with friends, and let the world slow down. Matilda and Petite - warmly crafted, from our family to yours.

10. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(581)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 60 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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belinda
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing!!!!!! Staff were all so lovely and efficient. Food and drinks were delicious. We will be back ☺️
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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oliver
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This was a fantastic experience. The food was great and the service was attentive and friendly. My family said they never had a terimisu that was this good before. This place is great for groups and couples. And looks lovely at night. Highly recommended
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Franco & CoPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Eltham
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4.3
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Anoush
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The only dish I did not enjoy was the spaghetti with crab and seafood. I was unable to find any crab in the dish, and it mainly consisted of sauce. However, the rest of the food was delicious, perfectly prepared, and very enjoyable.
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Ms Jackson Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Doncaster East
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4.3
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Barbara
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
Food was great experience Service excellent Welcoming atmosphere 5Star
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Enoteca BoccaccioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Kew East
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 14, 2025
Wonderful service from all the staff. Very attentive and friendly. Food delicious and the cocktails are amazing! Thank you for a lovely night 🥂
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Naught Cocktail Bar and DistilleryPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Eltham
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4.8