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1. Etta
4.8
Exceptional(95)
$$$$
• Modern Australian • Brunswick
Booked 16 times today
Etta is a little neighbourhood restaurant that tastes like Melbourne.An Australian restaurant bringing a bit of magic to neighbourhood dining, Etta serves an à la carte and set menu of shared dishes flavoured by fire and inspired by the city’s worldliness. Inventive, unexpected and punchy flavours meet genuine hospitality — neighbourhood feel, destination quality, and some of the best service in Melbourne.We’re looking forward to hosting you at Etta. Swing by and say hi.
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2. MoVida | Original
4.7
Exceptional(618)
$$$$
• Spanish • Melbourne CBD
Booked 23 times today
When Movida opened in 2003 no one knew what to expect with this little bar on a graffiti covered cobbled lane serving Spanish tapas and shared plates in a down lit room playing funky tunes. Ten years on and the original restaurant is still going strong.
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3. Greensborough RSL
4.5
Awesome(666)
$$$$
• Bistro • Greensborough
Booked 12 times today
Greensborough RSL is a foodies' haven with its bistro-style menu, led by Dan O'Halloran. Reviews praise its 'substantial menu', 'delicious food', 'good selection' and 'well-priced meals'. The atmosphere is also highlighted as 'great', 'friendly', and 'pleasant'. It's also a hit with locals for its 'members' prices' and 'member's nights'. A must-visit for any foodie in the Northern Suburbs!
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4. Anada Bar & Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(83)
$$$$
• Spanish • Fitzroy
Booked 7 times today
Añada on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy, serves a tapas menu mainly influenced by the food of Andalusia, Southern Spain and the flavours of the Mediterranean. Originally founded in 2008 by Jesse and Vanessa Gerner, the team at Añada highly value sustainable efforts and community outreach, and champion local farmers, producers and providers as often as possible.In the years since its opening, Añada has grown to be known as a neighbourhood staple, offering a menu that pairs authentic Spanish foods with an extensive wine and sherry list. The warm, intimate atmosphere is complemented by knowledgeable, friendly service.
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5. Osteria 20
4.1
Excellent(126)
$$$$
• Italian • Hawthorn
Booked 4 times today
Hawthorn's Osteria 20 serves contemporary Italian cuisine in a stylish dining room. With an inspired selection of starters and main courses, Osteria 20 is set to be loved by locals, out of town visitors and foodies! Osteria20's outdoor seating has heaters to make it a cosy and welcoming space.With Glenferrie Railway Station just a short walk away, Osteria 20 is only a few minutes from Camberwell Market and Melbourne's CBD.
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6. Ishizuka
4.7
Exceptional(78)
$$$$
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 9 times today
Awarded two hats at the 2025 Good Food Guide Awards, Ishizuka is renowned for its contemporary interpretation of Kaiseki—an elevated and intricate culinary art form, practiced exclusively by Japan’s most expert culinary master Katsuji Yoshino. Each Kaiseki meal is a multi-course journey that celebrates the integrity of seasonal ingredients, with a balance of flavours and textures that are as artistically presented as they are meticulously crafted.Designed by esteemed architecture and design practice Russell & George, Ishizuka was awarded Restaurant of the Year at the 2019 Frame Awards in Amsterdam, International Winner in the Australia & Pacific Restaurant category at the prestigious Restaurant & Bar Design Awards in London, and Restaurant Design of the Year at the 2018 Eat Drink Design Awards in Melbourne.
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7. Muses Wine Bar
4.7
Exceptional(63)
$$$$
• European • Fitzroy North
Booked 5 times today
A Mediterranean wine bar nestled in the heart of Fitzroy North — where curated wines, elevated meze, and warm hospitality come together. Private dining available for your special moments.
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8. Lagoon Dining
4.9
Exceptional(624)
$$$$
• Asian • Carlton
Booked 2 times today
Lagoon Dining is a restaurant and bar dishing up food that leans heavily on Chinese culinary traditions. It is an expression of food we love to eat and to cook, dished up heartily alongside booze we like to swill - a place for friends and fun.
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9. Onda Bar & Eatery | Richmond
4.7
Exceptional(57)
$$$$
• Latin American • Richmond
Booked 11 times today
ONDA Bar & Eatery | RichmondSitting on Bridge Road in Richmond, ONDA is a modern Latin restaurant and cocktail bar, and the only 100% coeliac-certified venue in the area. Every single dish on the menu is gluten-free. Not a separate section, not a modified version. All of it.The food is built for sharing. Small plates, big flavours, and a Feed Me menu that lets the kitchen think for you. The cocktails are the kind you order a second one of before you've finished the first. And the room has that rare energy where it feels buzzy and fun without making you raise your voice to have a conversation.It works for all of it, date nights, group dinners, birthdays, or just a Tuesday that deserves better than staying home.Bottomless Brunch runs weekly. Private events and functions are welcome.Book a table now! You'll already be planning your next visit by the time dessert arrives.
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10. Green Man's Arms Bar and Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(88)
$$$$
• Australian • Carlton
Booked 18 times today
Green Man's Arms is a cozy, eco-conscious pub nestled on Lygon Street, Carlton. Specializing in vegetarian and vegan cuisine, this venue champions local, seasonal produce in every dish. Signature items include their crispy eggplant parma and freshly baked focaccia, making it a hotspot for plant-based food lovers. The drink menu showcases a wide range of locally brewed craft beers, ciders, and natural wines, perfectly complementing the sustainable ethos of the venue.Beyond the food, Green Man’s Arms is a hub for community engagement with live music and events focused on environmental awareness. The warm, laid-back vibe and intimate setting make it the perfect place to relax, share a meal, and enjoy good company. Green Man's Arms offers a unique dining experience that’s as good for the soul as it is for the planet.
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