Best Fun Restaurants in Burwood

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSeafoodJapanesePizzeriaTapas / Small Plates

Regions

BaysideCity CentreEastern SuburbsInner City EastInner City NorthNorthern Suburbs

Neighborhoods

AbbotsfordBrightonCarltonCollingwoodDingley VillageEltham

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

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Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

16 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

1. Mitcham Social

4.1

Excellent(39)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Mitcham

Booked 9 times today

Mitcham Social, your go-to spot for good vibes, great food, and even better company! Whether you’re catching up with friends, enjoying a family meal, or celebrating something special, we’ve got just the thing to make your time here memorable. Our menu is packed with tasty options, from wood-fired pizzas to mouthwatering burgers, and everything in between—plus plenty of drinks to match.With a relaxed atmosphere and a friendly team, Mitcham Social isn’t just a place to eat and drink—it’s a community hub where everyone feels at home. We’ve recently refreshed our space, and we can’t wait to welcome you in. Come on down, grab a seat, and see why Mitcham Social is the heart of the neighborhood!

A photo of Dutch Rules Distilling Co restaurant

2. Dutch Rules Distilling Co

4.3

Awesome(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Distillery • Mitcham

Founded in 2022, Dutch Rules Distilling Co. explores the relationship between modern spirits and their traditional origins. Hailing from Sri Lanka, owner and founder Danny Perera wanted to share the influence trade routes from the Dutch East Indies and Spice Islands had on traditional European exports.With a focus on flavour and ingenuity, we are creating modern and inviting hand-crafted spirits for the modern palate.

3. Star Wars Galactic Cafe

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2.9

(47)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Carlton

Booked 99 times today

Star Wars™ Galactic CafeMenu PolicyWelcome to our Star Wars-themed café, where every dish is crafted with precision to honor the galaxy’s most iconic flavors.To maintain the integrity of our Star Wars-themed experience, we do not allow changes to menu items. This includes removing, substituting, or altering ingredients.If you have a genuine medical condition or allergy, please inform our crew

4. Corner Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(347)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Richmond

Booked 13 times today

The beloved Corner Hotel is a cultural institution in the heart of Melbourne for lovers of all things music, sport and food.Only a short walk to Melbourne’s Olympic Park sporting precinct and regularly screening a variety of sporting blockbusters, the venue is also the perfect place to grab a pre or post-match bite.Choose from the extensive contemporary pub menu and situate yourself amongst the vibrant greenery of the newly renovated rooftop bar whilst sipping on a drink from the impressive cocktail list. The front bar also makes for a great late night destination, with resident DJs keeping the party going until the early hours of the morning whilst spinning a range of rock and dancefloor classics. A perfect place for any beer loving pub goer, the front bar also features a selection of exclusively stocked craft beers and locally brewed drops.

5. Elwood Bathers

4.7

Exceptional(1721)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Elwood

Booked 15 times today

Elwood Bathers is a bistro located by the beach, providing a fun and lively ambiance with great food and service. The staff is described as 'fun and friendly' and the 'vibe is energetic'. The food is praised for being 'cooked to perfection' and 'beautifully presented', and the cocktails are 'sensational'. The views are also highly rated by customers, adding to the overall 'exquisite' dining experience.

6. Cucina & Co

4.8

Exceptional(228)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Brighton

Booked 5 times today

Cucina&co loves to be known as a pizza restaurant for the family. From toddlers to nonno & nonna come and share wonderful food with us.

7. The Q Rooftop Bar

3.7

Very Good(123)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Melbourne CBD

Booked 2 times today

Elevate your senses at The Q. Hiding up on level 28 with city views and sunsets, we’re all about killer cocktails, moody lighting, and that secret bar vibe. It’s a bit of a hunt to find us, but always worth it once you have a signature cocktail in hand and are looking out over the Melbourne skyline.

A photo of Chotto Motto Collingwood restaurant

8. Chotto Motto Collingwood

4.7

Exceptional(336)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Collingwood

Booked 13 times today

One of the most unique dining venues in Melbourne. Amazing Japanese food served in fun and eclectic collection of wall to wall Showa Era Japanese Vintage. Enjoy amazing hand-made Japanese Dumplings served in Chotto Motto's famous Crispy Chili Oil in addition to traditional Japanese classics such as succulent Chicken Karaage, silky Agedashi Tofu, and more. Immerse yourself in a truly unique atmosphere, surrounded by vintage Showa Era Japanese antiques that adorn every wall and make Chotto Motto a super fun unique venue.

9. Sketti Knox

4.2

Awesome(57)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wantirna South

Booked 14 times today

A fun and quirky family restaurant, offering a modern take on Italian cuisine. Where traditional flavours meet funky combinations, Sketti’s playful menu brings the Mediterranean straight to the burbs in an exciting new concept. A dining experience that's full of surprises and delights.

10. Lulie Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(19)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Abbotsford

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Lulie, your home of that old time rock n roll, free pool, a place to drink heartily & chow down on burgers, make friends with the bartender and party like it’s 1969. Lulie's rooftop - Full Moon Fever - a nod to the outback saloon riding high above Johnston St.*WE ARE DOG FRIENDLY*We take bookings, we take walk-ins, all are welcome and we can’t wait to see you. No BOOKING IS too small or too big. Set aside a booth or a bunch of tables.

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Alex
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food is good value and it tastes very good. Their classic Blue Milk was very delicious, it is a must try.
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Star Wars Galactic CafePrice: Moderate• Café• Carlton
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2.9
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Brooke
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Everything was really wonderful Thank you so much
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Elwood BathersPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Elwood
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4.7
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bethany
Victoria •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 9, 2025
We had such a great lunch before the footy on the weekend, Greta food service and atmosphere Thank you
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Corner HotelPrice: Moderate• Pub• Richmond
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4.7
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Karen
Melbourne •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 5, 2025
Trivial night was great fun, service was great, unfortunately steaks were tough and over cooked.
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Mitcham SocialPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Mitcham
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4.1
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David
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
Great spot to get a drink had the gin paddle,Thai gin was a stand out had a two rupee larger very nice took a bottle of Thai gin home $65 great value compared to places like 4 pillars told a kitchen and food to come soon looking forward to returning when this happens
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Dutch Rules Distilling CoPrice: Moderate• Distillery• Mitcham
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4.3

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