12 romantic restaurants for date night in Melbourne

by Catherine Fallon
Updated November 09, 2023
Romance fills Melbourne’s coastal air each February. But in this food-centric city, it’s best to skip the roses and jewellery and present your date with a precious dinner reservation instead.
Adventure to a Peninsula winery with breathtaking views for an epic celebration. If you’re looking for a more laid-back evening, opt for cheese flights at a beloved fromagerie with outposts in St Kilda and Carlton. Japanese-inspired small plates and minimalist interiors make for an especially intimate date at a Fitzroy hotspot.
Read on for a guide to 12 of the most romantic restaurants in Melbourne, and get a jump on Valentine’s Day planning to impress that special someone in your life.

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