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1. St Andrews Brewery - Melbourne

4.3

Awesome(74)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 37 times today

St Andrews Beach Brewery in partnership with Melbourne & Olympic Parks, is thrilled to announce that we’re opening a second venue in Melbourne’s iconic sports and entertainment precinct.As part of a staged development, the new venue with pay homage to our beloved Fingal brewery. It features indoor and outdoor dining options with it’s own commercial brewery. Creating a wonderful environment for you to enjoy our award-winning brews and signature dishes from a convenient inner-city location.The first stage of the new venue is set to open in late August 2024.

2. Railyards

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

Railyards at Rod Laver Arena offers a stylish, a‑la‑carte dining experience. Located on Level 3 (via Gate 4), it opens from 5:30 pm on show nights and caters to all diets & appetites. The menu features hearty share plates like salt & pepper squid and charcuterie boards, comforting mains such as grilled local fish or a juicy Angus cheeseburger, plus indulgent snacks & sweets to round it out.Relaxed and buzzy, with bookings recommended, Railyards is the perfect kickoff to your evening—settle in, enjoy the vibe with friends or family, and skip the pre‑show rush!Please note: Railyards is located in Rod Laver Arena, past the ticketing entry. As such, all guests are required to have a valid event ticket for entry.

3. Il Solito Posto

4.8

Exceptional(1290)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 57 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..

4. Mount Erica Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(1224)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Prahran

Booked 76 times today

The Mount Erica Hotel, loved and revered corner Pub. includes public bar, indoor and outdoor dining/function spaces. Offering a menu of elevated pub classics, tap beer, cocktails and extensive wine list. Delivered in a relaxed venue with a designer edge.*All bookings are for our dining room for sit-down dining. We have our front bar and courtyard available for casual drinks, and are on a walk in basis. Dogs and children are welcome in the venue until 8pm.

5. Hochi Mama CBD

4.7

Exceptional(3400)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 116 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.

6. Chocolate Buddha

4.6

Exceptional(2930)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 45 times today

Chocolate Buddha is a Japanese inspired eatery in the Heart of Fed Square. We have a Southern Terrace which seats 24 in configurations of 4. We have our Western Terrace which can seat up to 60 guests under fixed umbrellas which overlooks the Digital Facade, The Stage & has great views over Flinders Street & the Melbourne Skyline. This area is available for hire or for Functions up to 100 people. We have a 22 seater SUSHI & EXPRESS TRAIN (which delivers hot food directly to your seat) Our Trains operate Wednesday to Sunday lunches 12 - 3pm and Wednesday to Saturday Dinners 5 - 8pm. We have a 16 seater dining table which is great for small groups. We offer QR menus at each table for ease of ordering in addition to paper Menus. We Trade Wednesday to Friday from 11:45am and from 11:30am on the Weekends. We look Forward to Welcoming you Soon.

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7. Hochi Mama Richmond

4.6

Exceptional(1218)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Richmond

Booked 57 times today

After being the ‘life-of-the-party’ in downtown CBD for the last six years, Mama’s ready to kick-start another exciting new venture in the wild, wild East! And where better for this Tiger Mama to roar than the vibrant South-East Asian hub of flavour and culture that is Swan Street, Richmond! Mama's second-coming will be servin' you Eastside excellence! – but this sequel is just as good as the original! We’re beyond ecstatic to share this new space with the public and bring the Richmond tiger cubs some of Mama’s lovin’! The trademark of Mama’s dining experience is the ‘Feed Me Now’ offering! Patrons can bask in all the zingy and fiery flavours in Mama’s repertoire – indulging in a selection of our drool-worthy smaller, larger, and sides dishes – for an affordable spend per diner at $44.50 each!

8. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(631)

$$$$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.

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9. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

4.5

Awesome(921)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 69 times today

Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which youwon’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. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.

10. Suzie Q

4.6

Exceptional(183)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Windsor

Booked 32 times today

Suzie Q was unapologetically rebellious, alluring and ahead of her time. Bathed in the red glow of oriental charm, her underground chinese restaurant was a well-kept secret by those in the know during the 80’s in downtown San Francisco; a hidden gem drawing people in from across the city with her timeless dishes and unforgettable ambiance. Suzie Q embodies the indulgence of this rich legacy, re-imagined through a modern lens and coupled with retro oriental charm, classic chinese fare and contemporary cocktails.

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Melbourne •1 review
5.0
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Fantastic evening, staff are very accommodating and friendly. Food was lovely, definitely will return and recommend
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Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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Anongnat
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
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It was super fantastic as always. I love here very much.
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Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was very well presented, tasty and served in a timely manner. we very much enjoyed our experience and look forward to coming back.
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Chocolate BuddhaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Melbourne CBD
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Toni
Victoria •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 6, 2025
Absolutely love the atmosphere and the food is great. Always have a great selection of food and drink in offer
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