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Australian and contempory dining in Melbourne and suburbs.
--> 3458 Frankston-Flinders Road Merricks
Merricks General Wine Store has long been renowned for its country breakfasts. As journalist Nick Ryan, Gourmet Traveller Wine Magazine says; "Merricks General Wine Store has a kitchen that fully...
--> 8 Bourke Street Melbourne
The Imperial Hotel offers relaxed and friendly dining in one of Melbourne's most traditional venues, steeped in history. The site now known as the Imperial Hotel has an unconventional and...
--> Mount Rael Retreat Healesville
The stylish refurbishment and expansion have taken Mt Rael to a new level. Formerly named 3777 after its postcode, Mt Rael's dining room has been extended to accommodate larger groups, semi...
--> Mid Level, Southgate Arts and Leisure Complex Southbank
Since opening in December 1999, the deck has been quietly evolving into a highly regarded and much talked about restaurant. With a stunning aspect overlooking Melbourne's iconic Yarra River and...
--> Level 1, Crown Towers Southbank
Step into the opulent surrounds of Conservatory, Melbourne's finest and most indulgent buffet destination for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea. Located in the heart of Melbourne's...
--> 203 St Georges Road Fitzroy North
With an emphasis on shared European dining chef's Bryce Bernhardt and Michael Smith have created an evolving menu, full of interesting and diverse dishes. Jorg is located on the St.Georges Road...
--> 871 Burke Road Camberwell
Since opening it's doors in September 2003 Magic City has provided for Camberwell a restaurant venue that offers an alternative dining experience. Our modern Australian cuisine is designed to...
--> Level 89, 7 Riverside Quay Southbank
Dine in the clouds at Eureka 89 One level up on the very top floor is Eureka 89. Here, diners can choose from curated chef tasting menus designed by award-winning Executive Chef Renee...
--> The Promenade Docklands
Watermark Docklands is a restaurant, bar and events venue located by the water overlooking picturesque Victoria Harbour. Only minutes walk from the city centre and major sporting and entertainment...
--> 30 Cato Street Prahran
Ice is a popular Prahran cafe bar institution, open for breakfast and lunch 7 days and dinner from Wednesday to Saturday. This smart and professional operation has raised the standard of dining in...
--> 98 Parker Street Dunkeld
The Royal Mail Restaurant offers a unique, nature-based cuisine focusing on the highest quality organic and heirloom produce and modern culinary techniques. Multi-course tasting menus follow...
--> 372 Bridge Road Richmond
The jewel in the crown of the Spready, this comfortable dining space specialises in traditional pub fare and restaurant quality offerings. All supplied with fully waitered service and at more than...
--> 126 Chapel Street Windsor
Orange Windsor is one of Chapel Street's best known restaurants, with crowds spilling out onto the pavement in search of our famous coffees (St Ali) and hangover saving breakfasts. Our menu offers...
--> 33 Spencer Street Melbourne
Leave the hum of the city outside as you sink into your chair surrounded by ambient music and relaxed lighting, and peruse the seasonally inspired menu at RAB Bar & Restaurant. RAB Bar &...
--> 44 Brunswick Street Fitzroy
Cafe Metropole provides a restful spot for an after work drink, morning coffee or pre-theatre cocktails, light meals and breakfast. A comprehensive choice of banquet options is available for all...
--> 48-50 Bridge Road Richmond
Richmond Hill Cafe & Larder is situated in one of Melboume's oldest and most interesting inner suburbs, Richmond. Bridge Road's reputation as a well-priced shopping street guarantees a busy and...
--> 19 Anderson Street, Templestowe
Welcome to the Templestowe Living Room Restaurant and wine bar. The unique and relaxed design of the Living Room ensures complete comfort whether you are entertaining clients, having lunch with...
--> 24 Piper Street Kyneton
Serious food, serious wine, serious fun. The Royal George Hotel is an award winning heritage hotel celebrating its one chef's hat status from the Age Good Food Guide 2008-2009. The Royal George...
--> 212 High Street Prahran
Amongst the hustle and bustle of Windsor's renowned food precinct lies Neptune Food and Wine. Being a local favourite, this unique culinary hub will have you reimagining the notion of a wine bar....
--> 844 Glenferrie Road Hawthorn
Della Nonna Hawthorn is a contemporary cuisine restaurant seating 50 with an undercover courtyard for up to 22 people. Both Della Nonna Hawthorn and Della Nonna QV are available to meet your party...
--> 270 Collins Street Melbourne
Michel's Restaurant on Collins Street, Melbourne features an extensive buffet breakfast, a cafe style lunch menu and a sumptuous a la carte dinner menu, designed to tempt even the most discerning...
--> 1 Church Street Brighton
The Pantry restaurant has been an important part of the Bayside landscape for sixteen years. In a relaxed, stylish setting, our customers can enjoy delicious food served with a smile by our...
--> 69 Ford Street Beechworth
Gigi's of Beechworth has been a Beechworth culinary landmark since 1995. Chef and Owner Allan Parker whose background includes such well regarded restaurants as Ricky Ricardo's and Saltwater in...
--> 1124 Overland Drive Fountain Gate
Hotel Fountain Gate is one of Melbourne's best kept secrets and all in the convenience of a 30 minute drive on the freeway east of the CBD. Our well appointed facilities enable us to cater for all...
--> Level 1 302-320 Burwood Road Hawthorn
Canvas serves both traditional and modern Maghrebi cuisine originating predominantly from Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria. French Algerian Chef Pierre Khodja's menus are an abundance of colour,...
--> 11 Lydiard Street Ballarat
Providing a diverse dining destination, The Gallery Bistro at Craig's Royal Hotel offers an exciting selection of restaurants, bars & lounges. Whether it be a casual lunch, a sumptuous dinner or...
--> 55-57 Gertrude Street Fitzroy
Cutler & Co. Dining Room is located in an old metal works factory on Gertrude Street, Fitzroy, Melbourne's first suburb and industrial area. By Chef Andrew McConnell, the restaurant reflects his...
--> 45 Flinders Lane Melbourne
CUMULUS INC. Eating House and Bar opened in 2008 in Melbourne's famous art and fashion precinct, Flinders Lane. Celebrating the historic turn of the century rag trade building in which it is...
--> Shop 17 1100 Wellington Road Rowville
Eating House Rowville is family owned and run. The family - Jamie, Simon & Cybelle - have many years of hospitality experience and have lived in the South East for the past fifteen years. Eating...
--> 16 Kavanagh St Southbank
Fabric, named for its keen attention to creating an ambience that is influenced by texture and detail, is one of the finest venues that Melbourne has to offer. An intimate setting tucked away...
--> King Street Daylesford
An icon in regional dining Lake House has long been regarded as one of Australia's best restaurants. Seasonal produce driven menus are strong on underlying technique and pay homage to the efforts...
--> 172 Toorak Road South Yarra
Lotus offers four venues in one: restaurant, bar, lounge and two private dining rooms. Located at the heart of stylish South Yarra and offering modern Australian cuisine, cutting edge design and...
--> 187 High Street Heathcote
Dine in at the Emeu Inn restaurant which comes recommended by The Age Good Food Guide. Here we invite you to enjoy an intimate yet comfortable dining experience. And because we cater for special...
--> Shop 9 12 Star Circus Waterfont City Docklands
Harbour Town Hotel is open for lunch and dinner 7 days, offering a delicious range of meals, snacks and desserts! The perfect location for after work drinks or dinner before heading out for the...
--> 142 Arthus Seat Road Red Hill
The prettiest of the Mornington Peninsula restaurants, Linden Tree Restaurant offers diners an intimate setting, surrounded by tall trees with magnificent views over the vineyards of Red...
--> 55a NewQuay Promenade Docklands
Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Cargo Docklands, from the team that brings you Berth. A casual & dynamic eatery designed around sharing & drinking by the water. We are a walk in restaurant &...
--> 1 Campbell Street Port Fairy
The Merrijig Inn, located in Port Fairy in the south west of Victoria is a 2 Chef's Hat restaurant and provides accommodation. The intimate restaurant serves contemporary cuisine with a feature...
--> 35 Little Bourke Street Melbourne
Mezzo is located at 35 little Bourke Street, at the top end of town a stone's throw away from Melbourne's bustling Theatre precinct. Chef Joseph Vargetto and Front man Luke Stringer have re...
--> 757 Bourke Street Docklands
757 Bourke Street, Docklands VIC 3008 Nestled in the heart of Melbourne's Docklands, the Nixon Hotel is a short walk from Southern Cross Station and Marvel Stadium. The venue is divided into...
--> Moonah Links Resort Fingal
Pebbles Restaurant at Peppers Moonah Links Resort offers a relaxed modern Australian menu with a focus on the freshest Mornington Peninsula produce. Accommodating up to 110 guests, you can dine...
--> 505 City Road South Melbourne
The Palace By Luke Mangan is located on City Road in South Melbourne, and offers contemporary cuisine. Luke Mangan, one of Australia's leading chefs has returned to his hometown to open a modern...
--> 1568 Melba Highway Dixons Creek
Our chefs Manuel Santeiro and Melanie Thompson use the freshest produce they can find, wherever possible sourced locally, to create our ever changing seasonal restaurant menu - our current menu is...
--> 95 Great Ocean Road Anglesea
Furio's Restaurant & Cafe is renowned for good old fashioned hospitality and excellence in dining in or out, catering and outstanding coastal entertainment and generosity. Situated on the Great...
--> Jetty Road Sandringham
At the Harbour View Restaurant guests enjoy a relaxed, stylish dining room setting with unrivalled views of Port Phillip Bay, the SYC marina and Sandringham harbour. Sophisticated menus present...
--> GR2 River Level Southgate Building, 3 Southgate Ave, Southbank
Pure South Dining is a modern, special occasion restaurant in central Melbourne with iconic views down on the river with a stunning CBD backdrop. The cuisine draws inspiration from farmers, fishermen...
--> 380 William Street Melbourne
The Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens Melbourne Hotel features all-day dining at the sleek, contemporary HQ's on William. The restaurant is situated opposite beautiful Flagstaff Gardens and is open...
--> 36 Courtney Street North Melbourne
The Metropolitan Hotel, nestled in the corner of the old North Melbourne Meat Market, now reinvented as Arts House Meat Market, has seen many incarnations since its auspicious beginnings at the...
--> Cnr Lonsdale St and Exhibition St Melbourne
Essence Restaurant epitomises the casual yet sophisticated Melbourne dining experience. In a city of great restaurants, Essence on the corner of Exhibition and Lonsdale Streets leaves nothing to...
--> 5 Howe Street Daylesford
Perfect Drop is a unique wine and food lounge in the Daylesford Region. Kick back in our relaxed lounge or watch the world go by in our wine garden while our passionate staff guide you on your...
--> Lancemore Mansion Hotel at Werribee Park, K Road, Werribee
Located in the beautiful Werribee Park precinct, overlooking the parterre garden, Joseph's Restaurant offers a exquisite dining experience. Choose from our seasonal 4 or 6 course tasting menu,...
--> Lancemore Mansion Hotel at Werribee Park, K Road, Werribee
Located in the beautiful Werribee Park precinct, overlooking the parterre garden, Joseph's Restaurant offers a exquisite dining experience. Choose from our seasonal 4 or 6 course tasting menu,...
--> 175 Domain Road South Yarra
Bacash offers modern Australian, seafood-inspired yet simple and inexpensive cuisine. Few people cook seafood as well or as imaginatively as Michael Bacash. His self-named South Yarra restaurant...
--> Level 35 25 Collins Street Melbourne
Sofitel Melbourne On Collins is proud to introduce No35. An innovative new restaurant located 35 floors above the Paris end of Collins Street. The restaurant serves modern cuisine using fresh...
--> 155 High Street Kew
We're a friendly inner-suburban pub smack bang in the middle of Kew's High Street (near corner of Cotham Road) with comfy booths, a beer garden, sports bar and function spaces. Our funny pub...
--> 688 Mt Alexander Road Moonee Ponds
Nestled amongst the popular Mount Rd precinct, five minutes from the city is Sassy Food Room; a haven for fine diners. For a chic culinary experience without equal in the greater Melbourne area,...
--> Suite 003 380 St Kilda Road Melbourne
Cafe Saporo is an Australian owned and operated premium hospitality business offering its clients quality food, service and aims to exceed its clients expectations every time. The force behind...
--> 413 Brunswick Street Fitzroy
Retro Cafe is an offbeat, fun and refreshingly nostalgic cafe situated at 413 Brunswick Street Fitzroy in the heart of Melbourne's coffee culture, serving restaurant style meals in a cafe...
--> 15 Eastern Beach Road Geelong
The Wharf Shed Cafe offers casual waterfront dining with seating for over 300, including sheltered outdoor terraces. Open from 11.00am until late on weekdays and from breakfast until late on...
--> 15 Eastern Beach Road Geelong
The Wharf Shed Cafe offers casual waterfront dining with seating for over 300, including sheltered outdoor terraces. Open from 11.00am until late on weekdays and from breakfast until late on...
--> Spring St Melbourne
The last three years "The Hobson Stores"has been developed into a cozy pub serving great food with an exotic twist in a relaxing atmosphere. Located on the upper level of The Hobson Stores,...
--> 1974 Melba Highway Dixons Creek
Shantell is a small vineyard and winery situated in a picturesque hillside setting at Dixons Creek, just 60km from the heart of Melbourne. The Shantell Cellar Door Restaurant, with its selection...
--> 1 Wallace Street Stanley
The Stanley offers a classic French bistro menu focused on seasonal local produce, excellent wine list, tranquil leafy garden. Surrounded by historic apple, chestnut and berry farm's, The Stanley...
--> 33 Shoreham Road Red Hill South
Montalto has been awarded both a Chef's Hat Rating in the 2011 Age Good Food Guide & 5 red stars in the 2011 Halliday Australian Wine Companion. (5 red stars stand for an outstanding winery regularly...
--> Cnr Princes Drive and Monash Way Morwell
The Waratah Training Restaurant is situated overlooking the lake in the Morwell Civic Gardens. Meals range from casual bistro style lunches on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays to fine dining dinners...
--> 10 Murphy Street South Yarra
Since 1994 Harveys Restaurant has been one of Melbourne's favourite dining venues. Best known for breakfast, Harveys is also a fabulous lunch and dinner venue. Harveys is proud to announce the...
--> 82 Village St Docklands
Platform 28 is an exciting new restaurant bar offering Modern Australian cuisine in the heart of vibrant Docklands! Formerly a railway building / goods shed, this venue stays true to the history...
--> Shop 5 15 William Street Melbourne
SMXL is a cafe and catering with big personality. SXML products are always made of fresh ingredients (organic where possible), reinventing the classics, inspired by our multicultural...
--> Intercontinental Melbourne | The Rialto, 495 Collins Street Melbourne
InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto Melbourne's electric dining scene offers a startling array of the world's greatest cuisines, the hotel amplifies these diverse cultures that make Melbourne...
--> Level 1, 205 Collins Street Melbourne
Located on the first floor of The Westin Melbourne hotel, it features an open kitchen and commanding views over the City Square and the tree tops on Collins Street. Allegro Restaurant offers a...
--> Marine Hotel 215 New Steet Brighton
The Marine Grill is open for Lunch & Dinner 7 days a week. Offering fine, seasonal food, our menu will tantalise your taste buds with delicious dishes designed by our head chef Aaron...
--> Pinnacle Lane Dixons Creek
The name Locale (pron Low-car-leh), reflects not only the De Bortoli family's Italian heritage but also the restaurant's philosophy of sourcing the best local, seasonal and organic...
--> Cnr Flinders and Swanston Streets Melbourne
Chloe's Lounge & Restaurant is located upstairs of Young and Jackson, one of Melbourne's oldest remaining pubs. Rich in history, it's a Melbourne icon and home of another... Jules Lefebvre's...
--> 59 Cardigan Place Albert Park
Lord Cardigan is fast becoming one of Melbourne's favourite Albert Park restaurants. Attention to detail and friendly atmosphere will make you feel at home and have you telling all your friends about...
--> 45 View Street Bendigo
Wine Bank on View is a wine bar and retail outlet operating from a heritage listed former bank building in central Bendigo. Our wine shop is open from 10am until late every day of the week,...
--> 188 Mountain Creek Moonambel
Set high on a hill, overlooking the vineyards and valleys of the Pyrenees, Warrenmang Vineyard Restaurant has become one of country Victoria's favourite dining locations. When Luigi and Athalie...
--> 155 Bay St Port Melbourne
Since opening in August 2009, seven:am has breathed new life into Port Melbourne's cafe scene. Serving smooth single origin coffee, an array of specialty teas, and fresh tasty food, seven:am is a...
--> Distillery Rd Wahgunyah
The Pickled Sisters Cafe at Cofield Wines offers a relaxed, warm and welcoming dining experience. Perfect for brunch, a long lunch, cake and coffee, or a simple vineyard platter with a glass of...
--> 555 Old Moorooduc Rd Tuerong
Dromana Estate Cafe/Restaurant has much to offer its visitors with Chef Jason Goldingay producing fresh, quality food from our set menu and our daily specials board. With an impressive new set...
--> Federation Square, Melbourne
A self sustaining, zero waste, productive house that demonstrates the potential of our homes to provide shelter, produce food and generate energy. Join us for an intimate dining experience at the...
--> 95 Eastern Beach Rd Geelong
The Promenade Restaurant is located on the top floor of the Historic Eastern Beach House, with outstanding views it is the perfect spot to dine for any occasion. The restaurant offers delicious...
--> 95 Eastern Beach Rd Geelong
The Promenade Restaurant is located on the top floor of the Historic Eastern Beach House, with outstanding views it is the perfect spot to dine for any occasion. The restaurant offers delicious...
--> 226 Upper Heidelberg Road Ivanhoe
Va Tutto is considered one of Ivanhoe's greatest assetsoffering a large, bright and smart restaurant venue, catering for both bistro and grander dining. Offering contemporary dishes alongside a...
--> 475 Spencer Street West Melbourne
Welcome to The Spencer, your home away from home. With a roaring fire in winter in our gorgeous dining room and cleverly prepared comfort food to match, we deliver the full gastronomic experience....
--> 359 Little Bourke Street Melbourne
Budan's Brother Baba Budan is a small cafe, located in the central business district of Melbourne, that aims to improve coffee quality from Origin to Cup. Those who are forever chasing that...
--> 130 Little Collins St Melbourne
Each day, Famish'd source the best, seasonal produce & devote hours to devising interesting, delicious combinations that will keep you satisfied all day long. The Famish'd crew is on a mission to...
--> 102 Canterbury Road Middle Park
Restaurant . Hotel . Pub Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 7 days Gastropub and boutique accommodation. The Middle Park Hotel has undertaken one of Melbourne's most innovative renovations and now...
--> 13 Seymour Street Traralgon
Established in 2001, Neilsons, under the guidance of Executive Chef and owner Lewis Prince, is recognized as one of Gippslands leading fine dining restaurants. With an Innovative Menu and a first...
--> 517 Malvern Road Toorak
SOTO is a cosy dining room serving modern Australian food using fresh local ingredients. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, we've designed the room to maximise comfort so you can enjoy your...
--> 764 Glenhuntly Road Elsternwick
The food philosophy at Rusk is to use the best quality ingredients in dishes from around the world respecting the heritage from where they originate. The food is fresh, not overworked and cooked with...
--> 17 The Esplanade Torquay
Vanessa and James invite you to join them at Scorched their Torquay beach fronted restaurant. Clean, fresh flavours enjoyed in stylish, casual surrounds. Food, coffee and wine available...
--> 86a Collins Street Melbourne
We take food quite seriously at Collins Quarter. Head Chef Michael Nunn toils day and night to put together seasonally inspired creations to pleasure your eyes, nose and tummy. Go forth and...
--> 732 Main Road Eltham
Husband and wife team Stephen and Ute Mercer operate Mercer's Restaurant from this Federation style cottage, surrounded by a wide verandah and a cottage garden, situated in the tree lined gateway to...
--> 73 Yarra Street Geelong
Riviera is nestled in busy Yarra Street, Geelong. Just a 5 minute walk from the bay. With ample parking both out front and rear. This must be one of Geelongs finest dining environments... elegant,...
--> 192 Station Street Port Melbourne
Rubira's @ Swallows continues the tradition that restauranteur John Rubira has created over three decades in the hospitality business. Friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable staff will pamper you...
--> RYAN PLACE GEELONG
Ignis; Latin for fire. At the heart of our kitchen stands a wood-fired grill, which has influence over each dish in our surprise set-course menu. We focus on goods sourced from some of our...
--> 127 Kepler St Warrnambool
Great coffee from highly trained and experienced baristas. Breakfast and lunch made fresh every day from our fully qualified chefs. Tapas every Friday night. One of Warrnambools best licenced...
--> 445 Blackburn Road Mount Waverley
Clancy's, the Australian Restaurant, offers dishes that have grown from the history, climate & people of Australia, with a focus on regional produce from Victoria & Tasmania. All enriched by an...
--> 55 Beach Street, Port Melbourne, VIC, 3207 Port Melbourne
Relax and enjoy the beautiful views of Port Phillip Bay as you watch the ships sail in. Our fresh new menu still includes those old favourites and of course our all day breakfast! Our Special...
--> 1 Bay Street Port Melbourne
The Pier Port Melbourne is a restaurant, bar & function venue located on the edge of Bay St Port Melbourne…. a stones throw away from the water. Phillippe Starck mirrors, Glorious crystal...
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