Best Historic Restaurants in Altona

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Albert ParkBrightonBrunswickCarltonCollingwoodDeer Park

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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A photo of Star Wars Galactic Cafe restaurant

1. Star Wars Galactic Cafe

3.2

Good(94)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Carlton

Booked 72 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

2. Vue de monde

4.9

Exceptional(2006)

$$$$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.

3. Meatmaiden

4.6

Exceptional(1447)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 34 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.

4. Attica

4.8

Exceptional(122)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Australian • Ripponlea

Booked 7 times today

We’re an Australian restaurant, both in location and in spirit.We celebrate the incredible, unique ingredients found in this country and the many rich and varied culinary cultures it’s fostered – beginning thousands of years ago with the First Peoples who call this land home.The experience you’ll have at Attica is informed by all of this, as well as the values we pursue each day: excellence, kindness, creativity and, of course, fun.We believe in the unique, the unexpected and the surprising – and we love to meet new people.

5. Shelanous

5.0

Exceptional(172)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Australian • Port Melbourne

Booked 7 times today

Born from a Melbourne sunset, our pop-up restaurant, Shelanous, evolved into a multi-sensory journey, blending Melbourne’s seasons into each dish. As we transitioned to “Shelanous”, we retained the essence of sharing, embodied in “nous,” meaning “our” or “us” in Hebrew and French.

6. Yugen Dining

4.7

Exceptional(546)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • South Yarra

Booked 31 times today

Yugen redefines dining after dark. A promise of an experience where food, drink, and music continue well into the night. A subterranean setting with a refined industrial feel, offering dishes and beverages influenced by the cultural richness of Asia. Tradition met with the intuition of a contemporary flair.

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7. Cecconi's Flinders Lane

4.8

Exceptional(1223)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 27 times today

"Everything you want from a sophisticated city Italian restaurant is right here: atmosphere, admirable service, a menu long enough to allow for real choice, an expansive drinks list, flattering lighting, carpets and tablecloths to ensure that sound levels are low enough for a proper conversation."Enjoy signature dishes - Seafood linguine, Veal Cotoletta and signature steaks from the JosperOne Hat – THE AGE GOOD FOOD GUIDE2006 - 2023

8. Donovans

4.8

Exceptional(1756)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • St Kilda

Booked 26 times today

Welcome to Donovans - our ‘house on the beach’ and home we love to share. Donovans is located on the St.Kilda beach front offering guests a memorable dining experience in Melbourne. With a bay side view, beautiful Mediterranean inspired food and the special relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant, Donovans is where you will feel at home.Donovans’ exciting menu has been developed our intimate knowledge of modern Mediterranean cooking. The menu is extensive with a modern mix of favourite dishes emphasising the best local produce. Donovans also offers an extensive wine list of Australian and imported wines and an eclectic mix of cocktails.

9. Freyja

4.6

Exceptional(602)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 22 times today

Dining Without Limits - Experience a Culinary Journey Tailored to Your Table.Located within the heritage-listed Olderfleet building on Collins Street, Freyja brings together a deep respect for nature and the art of time. Our culinary philosophy is grounded in the use of local, seasonal Australian ingredients, preserved at their peak and allowed to evolve over time. Through thoughtful processes and care, we transform these ingredients into dishes that are honest, down to earth and full of character. It’s a modern interpretation of Australian dining – where nature’s simplicity meets flavours reimagined.

10. Corner Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(350)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Richmond

Booked 39 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.

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Andrea
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great experience and unusual factor but not cheap - cost me $74 for a burger, dessert and 2 non-alcoholic drinks which i thought was a bit rich. Service etc was good but very hard to get a seat without a booking so i was glad i booked. When i arrived I was told bookings were only for 1 hour but this wasn't anywhere to be seen when i booked, nor in the booking confirmation.
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Star Wars Galactic CafePrice: Moderate• Café• Carlton
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3.2
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Mary-Jane
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Best restaurant we have been to. Superb and innovative food, terrific service, great ambiance and the best music playlist we have encountered in a restaurant.
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AtticaPrice: Very Expensive• Australian• Ripponlea
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4.8
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Christian
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Unforgettable dining experience. Exquisitely prepared and served food with wait staff that are surely among the best around.
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Vue de mondePrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• Melbourne CBD
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4.9
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Cynthia
Victoria •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is a MUST if you want an all round fantastic night.
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ShelanousPrice: Very Expensive• Australian• Port Melbourne
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5
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Eirene
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 28, 2025
An absolute favourite! Consistent amazing delivery lovely service and amazing value for money! Love love meatmaiden!
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MeatmaidenPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Melbourne CBD
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4.6

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