Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in Melbourne

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Commis

4.9

4.9 (57)

$41 to $100

Wine Bar

Collingwood

About the restaurant

OUR BOOKINGS ARE LIMITED TO OUR DINING ROOM SPACE. OUR BAR AND COURTYARD TABLES ARE RESERVED FOR WALK INS ONLY. WE INVITE YOU TO WALK IN AND WE WILL FIND YOU A TABLE.
Our menu is ever changing and is determined by what is beautiful and in season, either from our own gardens or from what the season currently offers us. Chef will lovingly prepare your dinner with respect to the community and the environment. Each time you dine at Commis your experience will be new.

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Chris

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Wonderful dinner last night. Restaurant cosy and snug on a cool night. Service was fantastic and wonderful to have a position to watch the mixologist at work. Started with bread and sexy butter, then panisse fries ( divine ) and roasted beetroot. Confession - there was a little jealousy that one member of our party he saved some bread to mop up that delicious sauce! Roasted meyer lemon risotto then venison osso bucco . Amazing! Venison was tender and falling from the bone and the little fork to extract all that marrow was a bonus. Paired with some potatoes and salad greens it was a joy to eat. We were so happy that we shared the meals between three diners and got o experience so many flavours. Sadly no room for dessert - next time! Great music at an ideal level- could talk to each other but not hear the conversations of our near neighbours. This was a dining highlight if our few days in Melbourne and I can’t wait to return on our next visit.

QT Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (65)

$41 to $100

Vietnamese

Glen Iris

About the restaurant

National Awards for Excellence Vietnamese Restaurant 2024 & 2022 by Restaurant & Catering Association, A Gold & Silver medal for Restaurants Challenge 2024 & 2023 by Australian Culinary Federation.

Founded in 2017, QT' Kitchen has quickly become an institution in Glen Iris, Ashburton, Camberwell and surrounding suburbs of Melbourne.

The team hopes to please every customer with superb front of house service, a creative, delicious menu and a bustling ambience that is warm & welcoming. Functions are held regularly in the 90 seat space where family and friends come together to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, school friendships and much more.

Bookings are recommended although apart from our busiest times on Friday & Saturday night you can generally find a table in our spacious venue.

We can't wait to serve you.

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Sally

Dined 2 days ago

They get it right here - lighting, great staff, quirky add ons, excellent management, decent serves of good food . Parking is easy, wine list is reasonably priced and good . It’s always busy and an atmosphere that feels cosy and happy .

Borsch Vodka & Tears

4.8

4.8 (295)

$40 and under

Polish

Windsor

About the restaurant

Borsch, Vodka and Tears is a Melbourne institution currently celebrating 20 years at the colourful end of Chapel Street. Styled after a Kraków cellar bar, Borsch is a romantic Bohemian enclave, the home of the Green Faery, an ode to a hazy and debauched bygone world. We specialise in Polish vodka, vodka-centric interpretations of classic and modern cocktails, authentic wormwood absinthe, Eastern European beers, contemporary Polish dishes and late night fun times.

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Maya

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

i absolutely LOVE this place, the food the vibes and the staff are fabulous! super helpful and have an awesome energy.

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Popular dish

Gołąbki Cabbage Rolls

Experience

WÓDKA TASTING TRAY

Amarillo Fitzroy

4.8

4.8 (143)

$41 to $100

Mediterranean

Fitzroy

About the restaurant

With Happy Hour every day from open to 7 pm, Amarillo is a neighbourhood bar, with stunning food and beautiful drinks.

Somewhere to come for amazing wine, share plates, $16 Negronis & other specials every day to 7pm, a glass of Manzanilla & freshly shucked oysters, a date with cocktails and delicious food, meeting friends for birthday drinks and late-night dining. All in a room with beautiful light, high ceilings and a great sound system. There's also plenty of outdoor seating if you'd like to catch some sunshine. Timeless and welcoming.

Please call 0431 040 870 or email bookings@amarillofitzroy.com.au

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

Really nice evening. Good wine, well recommended. Small menu but everything delicious.

Lui Bar

4.7

4.7 (81)

$40 and under

Cocktail Bar

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Whether you're craving a quiet moment for introspection or a vibrant gathering with friends, join us on Level 55 at Rialto Towers. Indulge in breathtaking vistas stretching over Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne City Skyline.

Explore our diverse selection of cocktails and wines, thoughtfully complemented by our curated bar snacks menu crafted by the acclaimed team from our sister restaurant, Vue de Monde.

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Trent

Dined 2 days ago

Perfect setting for an afterwork business meeting. Views incredible

Casa Mariotti

4.7

4.7 (34)

$41 to $100

Italian

Richmond

About the restaurant

Casa Mariotti is a cozy wine bar where the heart of Italy comes alive. Enjoy a curated selection of Italian wines and cocktails, perfectly paired with authentic Roman dishes. The heartfelt simplicity of each dish brings the true essence of Rome to your table, inspired by timeless recipes from childhood and Nonna's kitchen, crafted with fresh, local ingredients.

With a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Casa Mariotti feels like home—more than just a meal, it’s a place to relax, savor, and enjoy the warmth of Roman hospitality. Homemade, authentic, and always made with love—this is Casa Mariotti. Come join us and experience the true taste of Rome.

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TonyVIP

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Good quality food, and great staff to make feel welcome

Mesa Verde

4.6

4.6 (415)

$41 to $100

Mexican

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Finding harmony between authenticity and originality is something that first ignited the flame at Mesa Verde back in 2013 and continues to feed it today. While it’s fairly evident that an affinity for Mexican food and agave spirits is at the helm of what we do, our city’s rank on the culinary frontier has brought with it a particular nose for experimentation.

So, since we’re very literally in the heart of Melbourne up here on the sixth floor of Curtin House, high above the city’s jugular Swanston Street, we feel it’s our responsibility to highlight what Mexican dining (and drinking) looks like in the eyes of the modern Melburnian.

$10 Margaritas 4pm - 6pm daily.

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Brian

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely vibe, interesting menu well executed, friendly service. Really enjoyed it!

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Fleet Rooftop Bar Melbourne

4.6

4.6 (149)

$40 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Perched 22 levels above Vibe Hotel Melbourne, Fleet Rooftop Bar invites you to unwind in an elevated, urban oasis that pays homage to Melbourne’s maritime heritage, all while enjoying unparalleled, panoramic views of the iconic city skyline.

Fleet will be Flinders Street’s tallest rooftop bar, standing at 68m high, providing an elevated sanctuary to soak in the essence of Melbourne. With its contemporary design and refined elegance, Fleet showcases urban sophistication and offers a stylish retreat within chic décor.

The thoughtfully curated drinks menu has a nautical theme and combines classic favourites with locally inspired creations, all paired with a selection of delicious bar snacks, taking patrons on a voyage through Melbourne’s diverse tastes and flavours.

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Abby

Dined 7 days ago

Beautiful views, food, drinks, and service. Ill be back!

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Experience

Afternoon Tea in the Clouds

Experience

G&Tea at Fleet Rooftop | Dutch Rules x Dilmah

Experience

New Year's Eve at Fleet Rooftop Bar

Mr. Miyagi

4.4

4.4 (421)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Windsor

About the restaurant

Chapel St. Windsor welcomes Mr. Miyagi, a standout Modern Japanese restaurant serving contemporary dishes with a twist. Enjoy inspired cocktails, Japanese Whisky and an impressive beer and wine list to compliment your meal.

Mr. Miyagi’s approach to dining is all about fun and variety. The menu is cleverly structured into three rounds - Round One, Round Two and Round Three, making it easy to explore different dishes whilst encouraging an Izakaya, shared experience. Pick from each round, try something new and take full advantage of the diverse options on offer!

The fun atmosphere is brought to life by the open kitchen, where sushi chefs serve up fresh sushi and sashimi. For a more laid-back vibe, dine at Yukie’s Snack Bar, where you’ll find the same delicious menu in a comfortable setting near the cocktail bar. Perfect for a casual bite or drink.

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Denise

Dined 7 days ago

Fabulous Saturday lunch So much food and the list of wines and cocktails was fantastic The 69$ 2 hrs free flow and food is so special And thanks to Nuri for looking after us and always anticipating when we need a prosecco refill Love it One of my favorites ♥️

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4.4

4.4 (540)

$41 to $100

Asian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Cha Ching is an Asian fusion concept restaurant where customer enjoys variety of Asian dishes on a table with Asian spiced drinks and cocktail for an affordable per dinner and lunch.
Synonymous with luck in Chinese culture, Cha Ching is a project three years in the making, from Owner & Head Chef Ken Leung.
From working in Hong Kong’s Michelin Star St George Restaurant in 2012 to experience in kitchens across Melbourne’s elite food scene, Ken’s hospitality experience spans over 15 years.
The result? Cha Ching’s menu is an homage to Asian cuisine, emboldened by the multiculturalism of Melbourne.
Street food with finesse and re-imagined traditional cuisine, every dish pops with vibrancy and colour!

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George

Dined 2 days ago

Very tasty food. We had the Feed Me banquet option. I will say the portion sizes were a little small. But the flavours were great. We'll be back.

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Popular dish

BLACK TRUFFLE FRIED RICE (G)(CVG)

Popular dish

BLACK TRUFFLE FRIED RICE (GF)(CVG)

Popular dish

BLACK TRUFFLE FRIED RICE (GF) (CVG)

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