Best Seasonal Restaurants in Donvale

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AbbotsfordAlbert ParkAlphingtonArmadaleAscot ValeAshburton

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1. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(739)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 68 times today

Nestled within the Domain Road enclave in South Yarra with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens sits Gilson.Gilson’s intimate dining room is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week and caters for large groups and private dining events. Gilson offers an all day menu focusing on Italian cuisine and seasonal flavours. A neighbourhood favourite due to its relaxed setting, friendly staff, fabulous drinks list and dishes such as the ‘avocado bruschetta’ for breakfast, the ‘Seafood Linguine' for lunch or dinner, and a 'tiramisu' for dessert. Wood fired pizza is also available for lunch and dinner cooked in the custom built oven.Gilson's brunch service is available for walk-ins with reservations available from midday.

2. Salona

4.7

Exceptional(215)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Richmond

Booked 10 times today

Founded in 1969 by our grandfather Tony.It is our absolute privilege & such an honour to continue to share with you his greatest passion.Our promise is to serve every dish in a warm environment that celebrates 3 generations of Greek hospitality.We support local suppliers allowing us to cook with seasonal & fresh produce.Proudly sharing traditional recipes, from our family to yours. — SALONA “Established in 1969”

3. Clover

4.8

Exceptional(158)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Richmond

Booked 23 times today

Clover is a restaurant and wine bar on Swan Street, Richmond with a focus on good produce, good wine and good times, cooked and served with care and intent, reflective of modern European bistro's.

4. Lona Misa

4.6

Exceptional(853)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vegetarian / Vegan • South Yarra

Booked 11 times today

A collaboration with renowned Melbourne chefs Shannon Martinez (Smith & Daughters, Smith & Daughters Deli) and Ian Curley (French Saloon, Kirk’s Wine Bar), Lona Misa is a rebellious renaissance from root to stem, sustainably crafted to be seasonal, full of flavour, and memorable. The result? "A deliciously lively eatery that provides the ideal setting for coming together and taking part in the simple act of enjoying good food that is kind to the planet" (TimeOut). Awarded One Hat by the prestigious Good Food Guide 2023, Lona Misa’s Latin fare and bistro dining collide against the norms of the classical medley you know of vegan and vegetarian dining. Think of dishes like Brazilian steafood stew Moqueca, roasted padron & manchego croquetas, or pastor mushrooms grilled over charcoals on Josper with corn puree, fermented pineapple & chilli.

5. Ishizuka

4.8

Exceptional(50)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 12 times today

Awarded two hats at the 2025 Good Food Guide Awards, Ishizuka is renowned for its contemporary interpretation of Kaiseki—an elevated and intricate culinary art form, practiced exclusively by Japan’s most expert culinary master Katsuji Yoshino. Each Kaiseki meal is a multi-course journey that celebrates the integrity of seasonal ingredients, with a balance of flavours and textures that are as artistically presented as they are meticulously crafted.Designed by esteemed architecture and design practice Russell & George, Ishizuka was awarded Restaurant of the Year at the 2019 Frame Awards in Amsterdam, International Winner in the Australia & Pacific Restaurant category at the prestigious Restaurant & Bar Design Awards in London, and Restaurant Design of the Year at the 2018 Eat Drink Design Awards in Melbourne.

6. Askal

4.4

Awesome(149)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Filipino • Melbourne CBD

Booked 20 times today

Askal is Melbourne’s newest contemporary Filipino restaurant and bar located on 167 Exhibition Street. Comprised of a dynamic team of culinary experts, Askal is a three-storey establishment sits in a historical building from the 1800s. The menu is a celebration of traditional Filipino flavours and techniques, showcasing bold and vibrant dishes inspired by ancestral recipes passed down through generations.

7. The European

4.7

Exceptional(1329)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 42 times today

Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner, The European offers a welcoming ambience with warm, generous and knowledgeable hospitality - a beacon of Melbourne dining at its finest. Located on Spring Street near the Princess Theatre, we offer classic bistro fare with substance and character to perfectly complement our extensive collection of wines, old and new world, available to enjoy with your meal. We also welcome you on a walk-in basis next door at The City Wine Shop any day of the week, where you may simply pop in for a seat at the bar or grab a spot outside overlooking Parliament House. We take the best seasonal produce available, cooking simple, classic foods. Nose-to-tail offal dishes are centred within our menu, utilising every part of the animal products in our kitchen. Drawing on our own in-house butcher and farmhouse cheeses matured by our friends at Spring Street Cheese Cellar, there is always something new to try on the menu at The European and City Wine Shop.

8. Albert's Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(204)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Armadale

Booked 30 times today

Albert's is a neighbourhood wine bar nestled behind the heritage listed Kings Arcade in the leafy backstreets of Armadale. Our bar is named for the Australian artist, Albert Tucker who once resided in the area and more importantly depicted our beautiful 19th century building in his 1937 landscape.We offer an ever-changing list of exciting wines by authentic small batch producers from all over the world, along with many classic 'non-wine' drinking options. Don’t expect a traditional restaurant menu, our kitchen offers up a variety of smaller, seasonal plates that are designed to share. Order one or two as a snack or combine several to create a more substantial meal.

9. Il Solito Posto

4.8

Exceptional(1255)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 62 times today

One of Melbourne's most renowned Italian restaurants. Il Solito Posto is an institution. A real Melbourne Italian dining experience with a warm urban chic feel. Tantalise your taste buds with regional Italian dishes, prepared with the freshest seasonal produce and revel in the awarded wine list. This is Il Solito Posto ..... The usual place..

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10. Punch Lane Wine Bar & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(649)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 9 times today

A MELBOURNE INSTITUTIONEstablished in 1995, Punch Lane is a Melbourne dining icon and a pioneer amongst its laneway counterparts.Punch Lane is a cosy and inclusive Wine Bar and restaurant, which prides itself on serving delicious food from a seasonal menu, mouth-watering cheeses from an eclectic selection, matched with exceptional wine and service.Our kitchen team, headed up by Nuno Gabriel, have created a seasonal menu showcasing local produce. We are currently offering a 2 hour dinner sitting for all early reservations prior to 7pm in our dining space with drinks and bar snacks available from 3pm - 5pm Tuesday to Sunday. Dinner service commences at 5pm Tuesday - Sunday. Lunch from 12pm - 3pm, Tuesday - Friday.Please note Sunday surcharge of 10% and Public holiday surcharge of 15%

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Kim
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
A fabulous restaurant Great ambiance, terrific vegan menu and fabulous service. Highly recommended
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Lona MisaPrice: Expensive• Vegetarian / Vegan• South Yarra
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4.6
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Phuong
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything was perfect. Thanks so much to all the chefs and staff. It was lovely one of the staff took the instant photo for us. Thank you
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IshizukaPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Melbourne CBD
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4.8
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NickVIP
Melbourne •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 26, 2025
Food, service and atmosphere, faultless, as always!
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SalonaPrice: Expensive• Greek• Richmond
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4.7
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Maja
Atlantic Canada •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 25, 2025
My friend and I had the most magical evening at Clover. We were greeted at each point throughout the night with warmth and a smile. The delightful simplicity of the cutlery and the curated lighting only added to our experience. Lastly, the potatoes. I’ve never met a starch I didn’t like and this dish quite possibly was the most scrumptious plate of food I’ve ever had placed in front of me. Perhaps it was the potato that was lucky.
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CloverPrice: Expensive• European• Richmond
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4.8
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Marina
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined on Apr 25, 2025
Food was great. Dessert was a let down (tart + panna cotta did not taste fresh at all).
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GilsonPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Yarra
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4.5

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