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Shadowboxer
Diners’ top pick
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$$$$
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Modern Australian
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4.8
(279)
Shadowboxer is a wine bar and modern Australian restaurant in South Yarra.
We are proud to offer you an exclusively Australian wine list showcasing local winemakers and growers. Our seasonal food menu is flexible for traditional 2/3 course dining or sharing amongst friends. When it comes to cocktails, hell, we like making them almost as much as drinking them. Our cocktails incorporate Australian boutique distillers and we keep it simple. We strive to support sustainable companies that produce quality flavours.
Set within an original terrace house built in 1895, Shadowboxer is a relaxed yet refined space with a sunny two tiered terrace out front, and two dining spaces inside with banquette seating.
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Lona Misa
$$$$
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Vegetarian / Vegan
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4.6
(560)
A collaboration with renowned Melbourne chefs Shannon Martinez (Smith & Daughters, Smith & Daughters Deli) and Ian Curley (French Saloon, Kirk’s Wine Bar), Lona Misa is a rebellious renaissance from root to stem, sustainably crafted to be seasonal, full of flavour, and memorable. The result? "A deliciously lively eatery that provides the ideal setting for coming together and taking part in the simple act of enjoying good food that is kind to the planet" (TimeOut).
Awarded One Hat by the prestigious Good Food Guide 2023, Lona Misa’s Latin fare and bistro dining collide against the norms of the classical medley you know of vegan and vegetarian dining. Think of dishes like Brazilian steafood stew Moqueca, roasted padron & manchego croquetas, or pastor mushrooms grilled over charcoals on Josper with corn puree, fermented pineapple & chilli.
For parties of 6 guests or more, please email us directly at lonamisa@ovolohotels.com.
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Two Birds One Stone
$$$$
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Café
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4.5
(136)
Two Birds One Stone Café is a bright, bustling, sophisticated café located in South Yarra
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Omnia Bistro & Bar
Top-rated food
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$$$$
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European
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4.5
(428)
Omnia, meaning ‘all things’ in Latin, has relocated to its permanent home in the Capital Grand building at 617 Chapel Street, South Yarra. This elegant neighborhood bistro is the first glimpse of what's to come from the LK Hospitality team.
Email us on info@omniabistro.com.au for any group reservations enquires for 7+ guests.
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Gilson
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Italian
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4.4
(467)
Nestled within the Domain Road enclave in South Yarra with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens sits Gilson.
Gilson’s intimate dining room is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week and caters for large groups and private dining events.
Gilson offers an all day menu focusing on Italian cuisine and seasonal flavours.
A neighbourhood favourite due to its relaxed setting, friendly staff, fabulous drinks list and dishes such as the ‘avocado bruschetta’ for breakfast, the ‘Seafood Linguine' for lunch or dinner, and a 'tiramisu' for dessert.
Wood fired pizza is also available for lunch and dinner cooked in the custom built oven.
Gilson's brunch service is available for walk-ins with reservations available from midday.
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Yugen Dining
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Asian
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4.5
(207)
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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Yugen Tea Bar
Top-rated hospitality
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$$$$
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Dessert
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4.3
(82)
Yugen Tea Bar is a contemporary tea venue sharing the beauty and wisdom of tea, pastry and tea-inspired cocktails. Located in Capitol Grand on one of the most iconic corners in Melbourne, at the cross of Chapel Street and Toorak Road, South Yarra.
Yugen Tea Bar offers loose-leaf teas and Afternoon Tea each selected by of tea experts. Sample exquisite infusions brewed using ceramic and glass teaware, sourced through collaborations with local and international makers. Pair that with a selection of pastries, bonbons, and biscuits, created by our world-class pastry team.
Tea Inspired cocktails, fine sakes, savory bites and elegantly plated desserts, all in a relaxed yet exciting setting. Enjoy an experience where tea mixology, sake and patisserie are brought together in an interplay of flavour, texture and exploration.

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  • Erin
    Victoria •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We had such a beautiful evening at Lona Misa! We chose the tasting menu with matched wines and everything was superb. Good portions, definitely enough for two people, and so much amazing vegan food! Service was lovely - we were well looked after. We can't wait to go back.
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    Lona Misa$$$$• Vegetarian / Vegan• South Yarra
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    4.6
  • Aimees
    Exclusive •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Discover a culinary gem at Yugen. With exceptional service, exquisite dishes, and a charming ambiance, this restaurant delivers an unforgettable dining experience. Every bite is a delight, showcasing the chef's skill and passion🤩
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    Yugen Dining$$$$• Asian• South Yarra
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    4.5
  • MudithaN
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Highly recommend great food friendly staff and excellent customer service
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    Omnia Bistro & Bar$$$$• European• South Yarra
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    4.5
  • HelenK
    Melbourne •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on May 29, 2023
    As always, the food is delicious, though entrees on the smaller side. The staff is fabulous, very attentive. We find the interior just a little too dark, it sometimes makes for a slightly uncomfortable experience especially if you are sitting right under the lights. But overall, it is still one of our favourite Thai restaurants.
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    Blossom Thai Restaurant$$$$• Thai• South Yarra
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    4.5
  • PaulW
    New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Feb 26, 2023
    All good, however we had VERY noisy table behind us!
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    Norman South Yarra$$$$• Café• South Yarra
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    4.2

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Frequently asked questions

The best reviewed restaurant in South Yarra is Dukang Restaurant & Bar

The best vegan restaurants in South Yarra are Lona Misa, Yugen Dining and Two Birds One Stone

The best vegetarian restaurants in South Yarra are Lona Misa, Yugen Dining and Gilson

The restaurants with the best service in South Yarra are Yagiz, The Stables of Como and Dukang Restaurant & Bar

The restaurants with the best ambiance in South Yarra are The Stables of Como, Yagiz and Dukang Restaurant & Bar

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