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Good Food Guide's 2026 VIC awardees

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Updated June 18, 2026

Each year, Melbourne’s dining scene takes center stage as the Good Food Guide Awards spotlight the restaurants redefining excellence. From pioneering chefs in the city’s laneways to elegant escapes in regional Victoria, the 2026 honourees reflect the state’s unmatched culinary breadth.

Revealed last night, this year’s list includes storied fine diners, next-gen omakase counters, and boundary-pushing wine bars—all recognised for their craft, creativity, and consistency. Whether you’re after an indulgent tasting menu or a soulful regional gem, these restaurants are a masterclass in hospitality.

Eager to experience the best of Victoria’s dining scene? Browse the full list of Good Food Guide-awarded restaurants and book your table through OpenTable.

Vue de monde
4.9 (2347)
$101 and over
Modern Australian
Melbourne CBD
Vue de monde was founded on the belief that dining should be wondrous, immersive and unforgettable.
Our chef’s tasting menu pays homage to the traditions of classical fine dining, reimagined through a distinctly modern lens that celebrates the beauty and diversity of Australian producers and ingredients. 

For over 25 years, Vue de monde has stood as a cornerstone of Melbourne’s dining landscape, continually offering an experience that is both dynamic and deeply engaging. Each visit is defined by a progression of flavours, guided by curiosity and creativity.

We look forward to having you dine with us on level 55 of Rialto Towers, Melbourne 
Top review
Gerry
Dined 6 days ago
Outstanding in everyway ! If you have a special occasion you can’t go wrong.
Vue de monde was founded on the belief that dining should be wondrous, immersive and unforgettable.
Our chef’s tasting menu pays homage to the traditions of classical fine dining, reimagined through a distinctly modern lens that celebrates the beauty and diversity of Australian producers and ingredients. 

For over 25 years, Vue de monde has stood as a cornerstone of Melbourne’s dining landscape, continually offering an experience that is both dynamic and deeply engaging. Each visit is defined by a progression of flavours, guided by curiosity and creativity.

We look forward to having you dine with us on level 55 of Rialto Towers, Melbourne 
Top review
Gerry
Dined 6 days ago
Outstanding in everyway ! If you have a special occasion you can’t go wrong.
Caterina's Cucina e Bar
5 (59)
$101 and over
Italian
Melbourne CBD
If you're unable to find your preferred time slot or availability for your party size, we kindly encourage you to contact the restaurant directly. We'll be more than happy to assist you further.

Caterina’s is is a cherished Melbourne institution, testament that pure flavours and simplicity go hand in hand. Chef Marcello, a northerner, ensures authenticity by also drawing upon central and southern dishes.

Enter the underground dining room via large Art Deco gates where the wait staff, known for their discretion, look after a corporate clientele, as well as foodies. Lunch can be an all day affair or done simply 'espresso' style.

Vitello tonnato is a classic, baccala' mantecato is a must and wet roasted capretto and duck tortelli mirrors regional food. Vegetarian dishes are given respect, relying on varying risotti and polente. Nonna Stella's obligatory grappino and crostoli sets the tone.

Over 550 Italian, French and Australian wines are offered.
Top review
Alfonso
Dined on Oct 16, 2026
Fantastic Selections of food on the menu, as well as amazing specials and a wine list that is to die for. A brilliant location for a boozy lunch.
If you're unable to find your preferred time slot or availability for your party size, we kindly encourage you to contact the restaurant directly. We'll be more than happy to assist you further.

Caterina’s is is a cherished Melbourne institution, testament that pure flavours and simplicity go hand in hand. Chef Marcello, a northerner, ensures authenticity by also drawing upon central and southern dishes.

Enter the underground dining room via large Art Deco gates where the wait staff, known for their discretion, look after a corporate clientele, as well as foodies. Lunch can be an all day affair or done simply 'espresso' style.

Vitello tonnato is a classic, baccala' mantecato is a must and wet roasted capretto and duck tortelli mirrors regional food. Vegetarian dishes are given respect, relying on varying risotti and polente. Nonna Stella's obligatory grappino and crostoli sets the tone.

Over 550 Italian, French and Australian wines are offered.
Top review
Alfonso
Dined on Oct 16, 2026
Fantastic Selections of food on the menu, as well as amazing specials and a wine list that is to die for. A brilliant location for a boozy lunch.
Ishizuka
4.7 (91)
$101 and over
Japanese
Melbourne CBD
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.
Top review
Melissa
Dined 6 days ago
Honestly can’t tell you which was my favourite dish because every single course smashed it out of the park. This was the most memorable dining experience I’ve had in a Melbourne restaurant and am looking forward to many more visits in the future.
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.
Top review
Melissa
Dined 6 days ago
Honestly can’t tell you which was my favourite dish because every single course smashed it out of the park. This was the most memorable dining experience I’ve had in a Melbourne restaurant and am looking forward to many more visits in the future.
Lee Ho Fook
4.7 (252)
$101 and over
Chinese
Melbourne CBD
Lee Ho Fook means ‘good fortune for your mouth’ - inspired from the Warren Zevon lyrics in Werewolves of London.
A Chinese restaurant, hidden down a Melbourne laneway, off the iconic Flinders Lane dining precinct.

Our cuisine takes the legacy of deliciousness given to us by generations of Chinese Australians and taking it to a highly personal and creative direction.

A new style of Chinese cuisine.

From the mind of Victor Liong.
Top review
Chris
Dined 3 days ago
Very innovative dishes with extraordinary flavours. But the pecking duck was too meaty for me, good flavours though. Will go back to try à la carte menu next time.
Lee Ho Fook means ‘good fortune for your mouth’ - inspired from the Warren Zevon lyrics in Werewolves of London.
A Chinese restaurant, hidden down a Melbourne laneway, off the iconic Flinders Lane dining precinct.

Our cuisine takes the legacy of deliciousness given to us by generations of Chinese Australians and taking it to a highly personal and creative direction.

A new style of Chinese cuisine.

From the mind of Victor Liong.
Top review
Chris
Dined 3 days ago
Very innovative dishes with extraordinary flavours. But the pecking duck was too meaty for me, good flavours though. Will go back to try à la carte menu next time.
The Carlton Wine Room
4.7 (946)
$41 to $100
European
Carlton
Carlton Wine Room is a neighbourhood restaurant offering a well-executed, fresh, seasonal food menu, and an ever changing, diverse wine list featuring the best of Italy, Australia and the rest of the World. We offer a bar space, an upstairs restaurant dining room and three unique spaces that are can be booked for private dining perfect for special events.

RESERVATIONS: are for a two hour sitting. We do not accept bookings for drinks and snacks, however we accept walk-ins for this if space permits. A surcharge of up to 1.2% applies to credit card transactions. A surcharge of 10% applies on Sundays and 15% on Public Holidays.

OUTSIDE SEATING: please note this is subject to the weather and we may not be able to move your reservation inside in the case of bad weather.

CANCELLATION: A $50 per person no show fee is charged for failing to attend your reservation. Contact us on 9347 2626 to make changes or cancel your reservation.

Top review
Rod
Dined 1 day ago
Great venue - food and service both impeccable. Amazing reserve wine list.
Carlton Wine Room is a neighbourhood restaurant offering a well-executed, fresh, seasonal food menu, and an ever changing, diverse wine list featuring the best of Italy, Australia and the rest of the World. We offer a bar space, an upstairs restaurant dining room and three unique spaces that are can be booked for private dining perfect for special events.

RESERVATIONS: are for a two hour sitting. We do not accept bookings for drinks and snacks, however we accept walk-ins for this if space permits. A surcharge of up to 1.2% applies to credit card transactions. A surcharge of 10% applies on Sundays and 15% on Public Holidays.

OUTSIDE SEATING: please note this is subject to the weather and we may not be able to move your reservation inside in the case of bad weather.

CANCELLATION: A $50 per person no show fee is charged for failing to attend your reservation. Contact us on 9347 2626 to make changes or cancel your reservation.

Top review
Rod
Dined 1 day ago
Great venue - food and service both impeccable. Amazing reserve wine list.
Cecconi's Flinders Lane
4.8 (1337)
$101 and over
Italian
Melbourne CBD
"Everything you want from a sophisticated city Italian restaurant is right here: atmosphere, admirable service, a menu long enough to allow for real choice, an expansive drinks list, flattering lighting, carpets and tablecloths to ensure that sound levels are low enough for a proper conversation."
Enjoy signature dishes - Seafood linguine, Veal Cotoletta and signature steaks from the Josper

One Hat – THE AGE GOOD FOOD GUIDE
2006 - 2023
Top review
Johanna
Dined 1 day ago
We celebrated our daughter’s 21st birthday here, and it was perfect! The ambience, setting, service and food all hit the mark. Always a great experience at Cecconi's, Flinders Lane
"Everything you want from a sophisticated city Italian restaurant is right here: atmosphere, admirable service, a menu long enough to allow for real choice, an expansive drinks list, flattering lighting, carpets and tablecloths to ensure that sound levels are low enough for a proper conversation."
Enjoy signature dishes - Seafood linguine, Veal Cotoletta and signature steaks from the Josper

One Hat – THE AGE GOOD FOOD GUIDE
2006 - 2023
Top review
Johanna
Dined 1 day ago
We celebrated our daughter’s 21st birthday here, and it was perfect! The ambience, setting, service and food all hit the mark. Always a great experience at Cecconi's, Flinders Lane
Circl
4.7 (114)
$101 and over
Australian
Melbourne CBD
At Circl, we’re dedicated to bringing you a wine experience like no other—offering over 1,500 bottles and more than 150 wines available by the glass. Our award-winning sommelier Xavier Vigier has curated a list that includes rare Champagne, Burgundies, cult labels, and weekly limited 75ml pours of ultra-rare finds—all made approachable.

Our menu, led by executive chef Elias Salomonsson, delivers European-inspired seasonal dishes with a Scandinavian touch—think smoked eel tarts, goat cheese éclairs, Sydney rock oysters with caviar, and mains like Blackmore Wagyu tri-tip or Loddon Estate duck with Davidson plum BBQ sauce. Artisanal cheeses and bergamot olive oil cake round out the experience.

Set across two levels in Melbourne’s Punch Lane, our interior features polished concrete floors, red leather seating, and a striking glass-encased wine cellar as its centrepiece.

Join us for wine events, masterclasses, and pairing dinners framed by a refined yet relaxed atmosphere.
Top review
matt
Dined 3 days ago
Bustling restaurant - noisy with close tables but all offset by amazing dishes and a wine list as thick as War and Peace. Great advice on wine selection and each of our eight dishes was a standout. Staff were attentive and proud to present their delicious serves. Not cheap but well worth it!
At Circl, we’re dedicated to bringing you a wine experience like no other—offering over 1,500 bottles and more than 150 wines available by the glass. Our award-winning sommelier Xavier Vigier has curated a list that includes rare Champagne, Burgundies, cult labels, and weekly limited 75ml pours of ultra-rare finds—all made approachable.

Our menu, led by executive chef Elias Salomonsson, delivers European-inspired seasonal dishes with a Scandinavian touch—think smoked eel tarts, goat cheese éclairs, Sydney rock oysters with caviar, and mains like Blackmore Wagyu tri-tip or Loddon Estate duck with Davidson plum BBQ sauce. Artisanal cheeses and bergamot olive oil cake round out the experience.

Set across two levels in Melbourne’s Punch Lane, our interior features polished concrete floors, red leather seating, and a striking glass-encased wine cellar as its centrepiece.

Join us for wine events, masterclasses, and pairing dinners framed by a refined yet relaxed atmosphere.
Top review
matt
Dined 3 days ago
Bustling restaurant - noisy with close tables but all offset by amazing dishes and a wine list as thick as War and Peace. Great advice on wine selection and each of our eight dishes was a standout. Staff were attentive and proud to present their delicious serves. Not cheap but well worth it!
Clover
4.8 (244)
$41 to $100
European
Richmond
Clover is a restaurant and wine bar on Swan Street, Richmond with a focus on good produce, good wine and good times, cooked and served with care and intent, reflective of modern European bistro's.
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Jurie
Dined 3 days ago
Food and Wine was amazing. Really impressed and cant wait to got back
Clover is a restaurant and wine bar on Swan Street, Richmond with a focus on good produce, good wine and good times, cooked and served with care and intent, reflective of modern European bistro's.
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Jurie
Dined 3 days ago
Food and Wine was amazing. Really impressed and cant wait to got back
Doju
4.6 (96)
$101 and over
Contemporary Korean
Melbourne CBD
Doju 〜 a combination of Head Chef/Owner Mika Chae’s hometown Jeollanam-do and Meju, a fermented, Korean soybean block. Meju is the first step for making a number of Korean dishes like doenjang (Korean miso), ganjang (soy sauce) and gochujang (chilli paste). Since Doju is Mika’s first restaurant, Meju is perfectly incorporated into the name and sets the scene for meaningful, passionate food.
Top review
LesleyGold
Dined on Oct 3, 2026
Wonderful as always. We recommend the wagyu beef and the sensational vegetable dishes with their own farm produce. Lovely, thoughtful staff - it’s always great to see Alan and Stuart.
Doju 〜 a combination of Head Chef/Owner Mika Chae’s hometown Jeollanam-do and Meju, a fermented, Korean soybean block. Meju is the first step for making a number of Korean dishes like doenjang (Korean miso), ganjang (soy sauce) and gochujang (chilli paste). Since Doju is Mika’s first restaurant, Meju is perfectly incorporated into the name and sets the scene for meaningful, passionate food.
Top review
LesleyGold
Dined on Oct 3, 2026
Wonderful as always. We recommend the wagyu beef and the sensational vegetable dishes with their own farm produce. Lovely, thoughtful staff - it’s always great to see Alan and Stuart.
Donovans
4.7 (2062)
$101 and over
Modern Australian
St Kilda
Welcome to Donovans - our ‘house on the beach’ and home we love to share. Donovans is located on the St.Kilda beach front offering guests a memorable dining experience in Melbourne. With a bay side view, beautiful Mediterranean inspired food and the special relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant, Donovans is where you will feel at home.

Donovans’ exciting menu has been developed our intimate knowledge of modern Mediterranean cooking. The menu is extensive with a modern mix of favourite dishes emphasising the best local produce. Donovans also offers an extensive wine list of Australian and imported wines and an eclectic mix of cocktails.
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Jeanette
Dined 6 days ago
Donovans give you exceptional service and quality dining - in a beautiful environment. Best place for that special celebration !!
Welcome to Donovans - our ‘house on the beach’ and home we love to share. Donovans is located on the St.Kilda beach front offering guests a memorable dining experience in Melbourne. With a bay side view, beautiful Mediterranean inspired food and the special relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant, Donovans is where you will feel at home.

Donovans’ exciting menu has been developed our intimate knowledge of modern Mediterranean cooking. The menu is extensive with a modern mix of favourite dishes emphasising the best local produce. Donovans also offers an extensive wine list of Australian and imported wines and an eclectic mix of cocktails.
Top review
Jeanette
Dined 6 days ago
Donovans give you exceptional service and quality dining - in a beautiful environment. Best place for that special celebration !!
Enoteca Boccaccio
4.8 (466)
$41 to $100
Italian
Kew East
One Hat – The Age Good Food Guide 2024, 2025 & 2026

Star Wine List Awards 2026 - Winner Best Italian Wine List in Australasia

Australian Wine List of the Year Awards 2025 - Three Glasses

The Top 10 Hatted Italian Restaurants in Melbourne, The Age January 2024

Star Wine List Awards 2025 (Global) - Winner Best Medium Sized Wine List in the World.

Top 25 restaurants in Victoria for 2023 - Herald Sun

Star Wine List Awards 2024 (Global) - Winner Best New Wine List in the World.

Enoteca Boccaccio is an award winning restaurant from the D'Anna family. Situated above Boccaccio Continental Supermarket, it is a destination for some of Melbourne's best cheese, salumi, & an Italian/European menu from hatted head chef Nicholas Santos.

The wine list is a dynamic and ever evolving selection of our favourite wines from local and international producers. We offer BYO Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night dinner service & Friday/Saturday lunch service with $25 corkage per bottle.

Top review
Mark
Dined 6 days ago
Fantastic dining experience. Food and service was first class. Better than many 2 hat restaurants.
One Hat – The Age Good Food Guide 2024, 2025 & 2026

Star Wine List Awards 2026 - Winner Best Italian Wine List in Australasia

Australian Wine List of the Year Awards 2025 - Three Glasses

The Top 10 Hatted Italian Restaurants in Melbourne, The Age January 2024

Star Wine List Awards 2025 (Global) - Winner Best Medium Sized Wine List in the World.

Top 25 restaurants in Victoria for 2023 - Herald Sun

Star Wine List Awards 2024 (Global) - Winner Best New Wine List in the World.

Enoteca Boccaccio is an award winning restaurant from the D'Anna family. Situated above Boccaccio Continental Supermarket, it is a destination for some of Melbourne's best cheese, salumi, & an Italian/European menu from hatted head chef Nicholas Santos.

The wine list is a dynamic and ever evolving selection of our favourite wines from local and international producers. We offer BYO Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night dinner service & Friday/Saturday lunch service with $25 corkage per bottle.

Top review
Mark
Dined 6 days ago
Fantastic dining experience. Food and service was first class. Better than many 2 hat restaurants.
Etta
4.8 (123)
$101 and over
Modern Australian
Brunswick
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.
Top review
Pip
Dined 4 days ago
One of our favourite Melbourne restaurants. Flawless every time. Thank you!
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.
Top review
Pip
Dined 4 days ago
One of our favourite Melbourne restaurants. Flawless every time. Thank you!
The European
4.7 (1485)
$41 to $100
European
Melbourne CBD
Open every day for dinner, and Tuesday to Sunday for lunch, the European offers a welcoming ambience with warm, generous and knowledgeable hospitality - a beacon of Melbourne dining at its finest. Located on Spring Street, we offer classic bistro fare with substance and character to perfectly complement our extensive collection of wines, old and new world, available to enjoy with your meal.

We take the best seasonal produce, cooking simple, classic foods. Nose-to-tail offal dishes are centred within our menu, utilising every part of the animal products in our kitchen. Drawing on our own in-house butcher and farmhouse cheeses, matured by our friends at Spring Street Cheese Cellar, there is always something new to try on the menu at the European.

We welcome walk-ins at our sister restaurant next door at City Wine Shop, where you may simply pop in for a seat at the bar or grab a spot outside, overlooking Parliament House.
Top review
Bec
Dined 4 days ago
Delicious food, impeccable staff. Cannot fault this place.
Open every day for dinner, and Tuesday to Sunday for lunch, the European offers a welcoming ambience with warm, generous and knowledgeable hospitality - a beacon of Melbourne dining at its finest. Located on Spring Street, we offer classic bistro fare with substance and character to perfectly complement our extensive collection of wines, old and new world, available to enjoy with your meal.

We take the best seasonal produce, cooking simple, classic foods. Nose-to-tail offal dishes are centred within our menu, utilising every part of the animal products in our kitchen. Drawing on our own in-house butcher and farmhouse cheeses, matured by our friends at Spring Street Cheese Cellar, there is always something new to try on the menu at the European.

We welcome walk-ins at our sister restaurant next door at City Wine Shop, where you may simply pop in for a seat at the bar or grab a spot outside, overlooking Parliament House.
Top review
Bec
Dined 4 days ago
Delicious food, impeccable staff. Cannot fault this place.
French Saloon
4.8 (389)
$41 to $100
French
Melbourne CBD
Tucked away above the vibrant red brick of Hardware Lane in Melbourne's CBD, you'll discover French Saloon, an elevated casual dining experience that channels the spirit of a classic French bistro using local and seasonal ingredients. Open for lunch and dinner, ascend the narrow stairs and find yourself in a New York-style loft, bathed in natural light from large windows overlooking the bustling street below.

This confident yet casual French bistro is the brainchild of veteran restaurateurs Joshua Brisbane, Con Christopoulos (renowned for The European, Siglo, and Melbourne Supper Club) and prolific chef Ian Curley and executive chef Luke Fraser. The thoughtful wine list is naturally French-focused but with plenty of special local and domestic surprises too.

French Saloon's recent collaboration with the renowned London restaurant St John during the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival has further cemented its place as a noteworthy destination in Melbourne's dynamic culinary scene.
Top review
Teri
Dined 7 days ago
We chose the French Saloon to celebrate my husband’s birthday and our wedding anniversary. We shared the chicken liver parfait for starters - it was the best I’ve ever tasted, accompanied by kumquat jam. For mains I chose the French gnocchi with peas and mint, and my husband chose the steak frites. Both were excellent except that my husband found the steak quite chewy. We passed this on the our waitress who then passed it onto the chef. He was offered a different cut of steak as a substitute but declined, however, we really appreciated the offer and openness to feedback. We finished up by sharing a crème brûlée which was thoughtfully delivered with candles! A great place to try if you want something high quality and a little bit different in the CBD.
Tucked away above the vibrant red brick of Hardware Lane in Melbourne's CBD, you'll discover French Saloon, an elevated casual dining experience that channels the spirit of a classic French bistro using local and seasonal ingredients. Open for lunch and dinner, ascend the narrow stairs and find yourself in a New York-style loft, bathed in natural light from large windows overlooking the bustling street below.

This confident yet casual French bistro is the brainchild of veteran restaurateurs Joshua Brisbane, Con Christopoulos (renowned for The European, Siglo, and Melbourne Supper Club) and prolific chef Ian Curley and executive chef Luke Fraser. The thoughtful wine list is naturally French-focused but with plenty of special local and domestic surprises too.

French Saloon's recent collaboration with the renowned London restaurant St John during the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival has further cemented its place as a noteworthy destination in Melbourne's dynamic culinary scene.
Top review
Teri
Dined 7 days ago
We chose the French Saloon to celebrate my husband’s birthday and our wedding anniversary. We shared the chicken liver parfait for starters - it was the best I’ve ever tasted, accompanied by kumquat jam. For mains I chose the French gnocchi with peas and mint, and my husband chose the steak frites. Both were excellent except that my husband found the steak quite chewy. We passed this on the our waitress who then passed it onto the chef. He was offered a different cut of steak as a substitute but declined, however, we really appreciated the offer and openness to feedback. We finished up by sharing a crème brûlée which was thoughtfully delivered with candles! A great place to try if you want something high quality and a little bit different in the CBD.
Freyja
4.7 (795)
$101 and over
Australian
Melbourne CBD
Freyja, one of Florence Guild’s curated spaces, is located within the heritage-listed Olderfleet building on Collins Street, Melbourne. Led by Michelin-credentialed Chef Jae Bang, the elevated yet approachable dining destination is dedicated to capturing the essence of each season by preserving ingredients at their peak, whether sourced from local farms or foraged from the wild. With skilful techniques like fermentation and preservation, these ingredients mature, intensifying in flavour and contributing to dishes that offer a unique, time-crafted taste experience. Freyja invites guests to savour a journey where nature and time culminate on the plate.
Top review
D
Dined on Oct 14, 2026
Beautiful flavours and presentation of the dishes. Kind and professional services. Excellent experience.
Freyja, one of Florence Guild’s curated spaces, is located within the heritage-listed Olderfleet building on Collins Street, Melbourne. Led by Michelin-credentialed Chef Jae Bang, the elevated yet approachable dining destination is dedicated to capturing the essence of each season by preserving ingredients at their peak, whether sourced from local farms or foraged from the wild. With skilful techniques like fermentation and preservation, these ingredients mature, intensifying in flavour and contributing to dishes that offer a unique, time-crafted taste experience. Freyja invites guests to savour a journey where nature and time culminate on the plate.
Top review
D
Dined on Oct 14, 2026
Beautiful flavours and presentation of the dishes. Kind and professional services. Excellent experience.
Kafeneion at the Melbourne Supper Club
4.6 (281)
$41 to $100
Greek
Melbourne CBD
Melbourne's favourite spot is joining forces with the city's hottest Greek restaurant! Brace yourself for a culinary love affair that merges the best of Melbourne's charm with the rich flavours of traditional Greek cuisine.
Top review
Jay
Dined 6 days ago
Very attentive personnel who attended to our requests. Food was amazing and portions were adequate. The restaurant had a beautiful atmosphere, occasionally a bit noisy but overall was good.
Melbourne's favourite spot is joining forces with the city's hottest Greek restaurant! Brace yourself for a culinary love affair that merges the best of Melbourne's charm with the rich flavours of traditional Greek cuisine.
Top review
Jay
Dined 6 days ago
Very attentive personnel who attended to our requests. Food was amazing and portions were adequate. The restaurant had a beautiful atmosphere, occasionally a bit noisy but overall was good.
Lagoon Dining
4.9 (639)
$41 to $100
Asian
Carlton
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.


Top review
Kellie
Dined on Oct 9, 2026
We visited Lagoon Dining after securing reservations well in advance. We had the Feed Me menu and it exceeded every expectation. The flavor combinations and ingredient pairings introduced us to entirely new tastes, and the plating was beautiful. The staff was incredibly warm and knowledgeable, and it was impressive to see how well the team worked as a unit. It was a remarkable dining experience.
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.


Top review
Kellie
Dined on Oct 9, 2026
We visited Lagoon Dining after securing reservations well in advance. We had the Feed Me menu and it exceeded every expectation. The flavor combinations and ingredient pairings introduced us to entirely new tastes, and the plating was beautiful. The staff was incredibly warm and knowledgeable, and it was impressive to see how well the team worked as a unit. It was a remarkable dining experience.
Malin
4.8 (100)
$101 and over
Modern European
Carlton North
Malin is a small neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Rathdowne Village, Carlton North.

Set in an 1880s property on the corner of Curtain and Rathdowne streets, the site has been renovated to honour the heritage of the building.

The food menu, developed by Chef Clement Pilatre, samples European cuisine and showcases seasonal produce and frequently changing dishes. The drinks list favours emerging wine producers, while also giving a nod to the classics.

Malin aims to deliver engaging service 5 days a week; with dinner served Wednesday to Saturday and lunch on Saturday and Sunday.

More information can be found on our website or by contacting us directly.

We look forward to hosting you soon.
Top review
Cynthia
Dined 3 days ago
11/10 experience from the food to service and ambience
Malin is a small neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Rathdowne Village, Carlton North.

Set in an 1880s property on the corner of Curtain and Rathdowne streets, the site has been renovated to honour the heritage of the building.

The food menu, developed by Chef Clement Pilatre, samples European cuisine and showcases seasonal produce and frequently changing dishes. The drinks list favours emerging wine producers, while also giving a nod to the classics.

Malin aims to deliver engaging service 5 days a week; with dinner served Wednesday to Saturday and lunch on Saturday and Sunday.

More information can be found on our website or by contacting us directly.

We look forward to hosting you soon.
Top review
Cynthia
Dined 3 days ago
11/10 experience from the food to service and ambience
MoVida | Original
4.7 (694)
$41 to $100
Spanish
Melbourne CBD
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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GarthGold
Dined 1 day ago
Ambience, menu, food, service - all exemplary. One of the most enjoyable lunch experiences I've had. Thank you MoVida
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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GarthGold
Dined 1 day ago
Ambience, menu, food, service - all exemplary. One of the most enjoyable lunch experiences I've had. Thank you MoVida
MoVida | Aqui
4.7 (302)
$41 to $100
Spanish
Melbourne CBD
Opening in late 2010, MoVida Aqui is our bigger space located on the terrace of 500 Bourke Street.

With large windows throughout and a more contemporary feel than the original MoVida, Aqui offers a bright, lighthearted space to indulge in some of Frank Camorra's exquisite dishes.

The menu offers an extensive selection of tapas and raciones featuring La Parilla (the charcoal grill) and specialising in Paella dishes for 2-6 people.

Our private dining room is perfect for larger groups and can accommodate for exclusive parties of up to 35 people for those looking to celebrate with a bit more privacy.
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Liam
Dined 1 day ago
I have never had a bad night at Movida. The food is always top quality, service is friendly and the atmosphere is impeccable. There is a reason I always keep going back.
Opening in late 2010, MoVida Aqui is our bigger space located on the terrace of 500 Bourke Street.

With large windows throughout and a more contemporary feel than the original MoVida, Aqui offers a bright, lighthearted space to indulge in some of Frank Camorra's exquisite dishes.

The menu offers an extensive selection of tapas and raciones featuring La Parilla (the charcoal grill) and specialising in Paella dishes for 2-6 people.

Our private dining room is perfect for larger groups and can accommodate for exclusive parties of up to 35 people for those looking to celebrate with a bit more privacy.
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Liam
Dined 1 day ago
I have never had a bad night at Movida. The food is always top quality, service is friendly and the atmosphere is impeccable. There is a reason I always keep going back.
Omnia Bistro & Bar
4.7 (680)
$41 to $100
European
South Yarra
Located on the corner of Chapel St and Toorak Rd in South Yarra, Omnia blends the energy of a European Bistro with Australia’s best produce, bringing fine-dining craftsmanship to culinary classics in the heart of South Yarra.

Awarded 2 hats in 2023 and 2024, Omnia is steeped in genuine old-world hospitality with an acute eye on quality and seasonality. Take a seat in our light-filled Conservatory, cosy Barrel Room or lean into the vibrant ambience of the Main bar. Come alone, meet with friends, and toast with us.

Groups of 7 or more are invited to enjoy our curated group menu featuring our seasonally sourced dishes, and timeless classics. Email us on info@omniabistro.com.au for any group reservations enquires.
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Jennifer
Dined on Oct 15, 2026
A group of eight celebrating three birthdays, we all agreed that the restaurant was perfect. The food was absolutely delicious, wine was great, service exemplary and our noisy table was some distance from other diners so we didn’t interrupt anyone. We had chosen the $75 pp set menu and everyone at the table devoured every morsel. We will definitely return.
Located on the corner of Chapel St and Toorak Rd in South Yarra, Omnia blends the energy of a European Bistro with Australia’s best produce, bringing fine-dining craftsmanship to culinary classics in the heart of South Yarra.

Awarded 2 hats in 2023 and 2024, Omnia is steeped in genuine old-world hospitality with an acute eye on quality and seasonality. Take a seat in our light-filled Conservatory, cosy Barrel Room or lean into the vibrant ambience of the Main bar. Come alone, meet with friends, and toast with us.

Groups of 7 or more are invited to enjoy our curated group menu featuring our seasonally sourced dishes, and timeless classics. Email us on info@omniabistro.com.au for any group reservations enquires.
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Jennifer
Dined on Oct 15, 2026
A group of eight celebrating three birthdays, we all agreed that the restaurant was perfect. The food was absolutely delicious, wine was great, service exemplary and our noisy table was some distance from other diners so we didn’t interrupt anyone. We had chosen the $75 pp set menu and everyone at the table devoured every morsel. We will definitely return.
Pipis Kiosk
4.7 (571)
$41 to $100
Bistro
Albert Park
Pipis Kiosk is a beachside bistro serving up a menu that champions Australian seafood and vegetables.

Awarded one hat in The Age Good Food Guide since its opening in 2021, the restaurant is a quintessential Melbourne experience.

Nestled on the ALBERT PARK foreshore its a great place for a special occasion, group event or simply a place to sit back and watch the boats sail past.

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Kristina
Dined on Oct 14, 2026
Delicious food, lovely and friendly staff, wonderful wine list and beautiful views. What more could you want.
Pipis Kiosk is a beachside bistro serving up a menu that champions Australian seafood and vegetables.

Awarded one hat in The Age Good Food Guide since its opening in 2021, the restaurant is a quintessential Melbourne experience.

Nestled on the ALBERT PARK foreshore its a great place for a special occasion, group event or simply a place to sit back and watch the boats sail past.

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Kristina
Dined on Oct 14, 2026
Delicious food, lovely and friendly staff, wonderful wine list and beautiful views. What more could you want.
Serai Kitchen
4.7 (924)
$101 and over
Filipino
Melbourne CBD
When Ross Magnaye and Shane Stafford started Serai, their vision was to create a restaurant that would fit perfectly in the heart of the Philippines. To replicate the spirit, vitality, passion and sense of fun, they knew Serai would become a home from home for our diners.

​At our restaurant, right in the heart of Melbourne, you can watch the chefs prepare and fresh food daily in our open kitchen at the chef’s omakase table or relax in the restaurant and bar with a glass of our hand picked, vin naturel selections or signature cocktails.
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Monica
Dined 3 days ago
Absolutely incredible. The food is amazing and the staff really look after you. You can't go wrong here.
When Ross Magnaye and Shane Stafford started Serai, their vision was to create a restaurant that would fit perfectly in the heart of the Philippines. To replicate the spirit, vitality, passion and sense of fun, they knew Serai would become a home from home for our diners.

​At our restaurant, right in the heart of Melbourne, you can watch the chefs prepare and fresh food daily in our open kitchen at the chef’s omakase table or relax in the restaurant and bar with a glass of our hand picked, vin naturel selections or signature cocktails.
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Monica
Dined 3 days ago
Absolutely incredible. The food is amazing and the staff really look after you. You can't go wrong here.
Udon Izakaya Tanukiya
4.9 (71)
$40 and under
Japanese
Fitzroy
Udon Izakaya Tanukiya is a Japanese restaurant specialising in udon noodles and classic Izakaya-style dishes.
Our signature Kamaage Udon is served in kombu water with a dipping sauce, allowing guests to enjoy the natural texture and flavour of the udon.
In addition to udon, we offer a selection of ochazuke, sushi, sashimi, and small plate, including tempura, karaage chicken, wagyu , duck and seasonal vegetables.
Our menu is designed for both casual lunches and relaxed evening dining, with dishes that are simple, comforting and true to Japanese tradition.
We also offer cocktails and sake flight options.
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Rosemary
Dined 4 days ago
Food is beautifully presented fresh and as good as you get in Tokyo. Services is impeccable, calm friendly vibe. Highly recommend if you are after authentic Japanese food and experience.
Udon Izakaya Tanukiya is a Japanese restaurant specialising in udon noodles and classic Izakaya-style dishes.
Our signature Kamaage Udon is served in kombu water with a dipping sauce, allowing guests to enjoy the natural texture and flavour of the udon.
In addition to udon, we offer a selection of ochazuke, sushi, sashimi, and small plate, including tempura, karaage chicken, wagyu , duck and seasonal vegetables.
Our menu is designed for both casual lunches and relaxed evening dining, with dishes that are simple, comforting and true to Japanese tradition.
We also offer cocktails and sake flight options.
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Rosemary
Dined 4 days ago
Food is beautifully presented fresh and as good as you get in Tokyo. Services is impeccable, calm friendly vibe. Highly recommend if you are after authentic Japanese food and experience.
Tonka
4.6 (407)
$41 to $100
Contemporary Indian
Melbourne CBD
Tonka, opened in 2013 by the same team behind Coda, is led by Mykal and Kate Bartholomew and tucked down Duckboard Place just off Flinders Lane. Recognised in The Age Good Food Guide for multiple years and recognised as a One Hat restaurant, Tonka brings together modern Indian flavours with European touches, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

The space is elegant yet relaxed, with sweeping views through large windows, an ethereal ceiling art piece by Naomi Troski, and soft lighting that suits both date nights and casual gatherings. Service is attentive without being formal, and while reservations are recommended, Tonka always strives to accommodate walk-ins and more spontaneous visits.

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Kerri
Dined on Oct 16, 2026
Had a really lovely night here for my MIL birthday. Staff were really kind and attentive and the food was great. They were super helpful at trying to accommodate our baby as well.
Tonka, opened in 2013 by the same team behind Coda, is led by Mykal and Kate Bartholomew and tucked down Duckboard Place just off Flinders Lane. Recognised in The Age Good Food Guide for multiple years and recognised as a One Hat restaurant, Tonka brings together modern Indian flavours with European touches, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

The space is elegant yet relaxed, with sweeping views through large windows, an ethereal ceiling art piece by Naomi Troski, and soft lighting that suits both date nights and casual gatherings. Service is attentive without being formal, and while reservations are recommended, Tonka always strives to accommodate walk-ins and more spontaneous visits.

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Kerri
Dined on Oct 16, 2026
Had a really lovely night here for my MIL birthday. Staff were really kind and attentive and the food was great. They were super helpful at trying to accommodate our baby as well.
Trattoria Emilia
4.8 (1602)
$41 to $100
Italian
Melbourne CBD
Trattoria Emilia is an Italian restaurant highlighting the traditions of Modena in Emilia-Romagna, focusing on fresh pasta and exceptional produce.

At Trattoria Emilia, we change the menu often to highlight the diversity of our seasonal products and source a large majority of our ingredients locally. Our meat is organic and sustainably grown in Tasmania and Victoria, and we import some of the best Italian DOC products. Some dishes that are not to be missed are our Tortelloni Modenesi and the crowd favourite gnocco fritto and tigelle.

Rustic, yet refined, Trattoria Emilia boasts fantastic ambience, attentive and professional service, whilst all the while remaining a great casual dining spot perfect for a quick lunch, a long relaxing dinner with friends and has always been a romantic date spot.
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Ken
Dined 4 days ago
Always lovely to return to an old favourite and realise there are new items on the menu to try. Preserving the classics and sharing something new….perfect.
Trattoria Emilia is an Italian restaurant highlighting the traditions of Modena in Emilia-Romagna, focusing on fresh pasta and exceptional produce.

At Trattoria Emilia, we change the menu often to highlight the diversity of our seasonal products and source a large majority of our ingredients locally. Our meat is organic and sustainably grown in Tasmania and Victoria, and we import some of the best Italian DOC products. Some dishes that are not to be missed are our Tortelloni Modenesi and the crowd favourite gnocco fritto and tigelle.

Rustic, yet refined, Trattoria Emilia boasts fantastic ambience, attentive and professional service, whilst all the while remaining a great casual dining spot perfect for a quick lunch, a long relaxing dinner with friends and has always been a romantic date spot.
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Ken
Dined 4 days ago
Always lovely to return to an old favourite and realise there are new items on the menu to try. Preserving the classics and sharing something new….perfect.
Tulum Turkish Restaurant
4.8 (168)
$40 and under
Turkish
Balaclava
Tulum is a 1 Hatted Turkish restaurant.

The restaurant specializes in contemporary Anatolian / modern Turkish cuisine, reimagining traditional recipes using modern techniques, local produce, and personal culinary heritage.

The menu is designed for sharing, featuring mezze (both small and large plates), mains, and desserts for a communal experience.

Atmosphere: A stylish, intimate space featuring exposed brick walls, signature turquoise fish-scale tiles, moody lighting, and a warm, refined vibe.

Service: Frequently lauded for its hospitality, knowledgeable staff, and storytelling presentations of each dish.

Taste of Tulum – 7‑Course Degustation (Individual plates)
• $110 per person
• Each of the seven regional dishes is served individually and represents a different region of Türkiye, offering diners a curated journey across Turkish culinary traditions.

Sofra – 6‑Course Sharing Menu
• $95 per person
• Designed for group sharing — mezze and a main course served family-style.
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Paul
Dined 3 days ago
A great interpretation of Turkish cusine. Love all the 7 courses on the tasting menu.
Tulum is a 1 Hatted Turkish restaurant.

The restaurant specializes in contemporary Anatolian / modern Turkish cuisine, reimagining traditional recipes using modern techniques, local produce, and personal culinary heritage.

The menu is designed for sharing, featuring mezze (both small and large plates), mains, and desserts for a communal experience.

Atmosphere: A stylish, intimate space featuring exposed brick walls, signature turquoise fish-scale tiles, moody lighting, and a warm, refined vibe.

Service: Frequently lauded for its hospitality, knowledgeable staff, and storytelling presentations of each dish.

Taste of Tulum – 7‑Course Degustation (Individual plates)
• $110 per person
• Each of the seven regional dishes is served individually and represents a different region of Türkiye, offering diners a curated journey across Turkish culinary traditions.

Sofra – 6‑Course Sharing Menu
• $95 per person
• Designed for group sharing — mezze and a main course served family-style.
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Paul
Dined 3 days ago
A great interpretation of Turkish cusine. Love all the 7 courses on the tasting menu.
NORMA
4.5 (569)
$40 and under
Italian
Albury
NORMA. Casual and warm dining. house made semolina pasta. antipasto and a house made tiramisu. Local Beechworth and Rutherglen wines. Beautiful setting. simple.


Ohhh. And a bit of Frank, Van, Eva in the background !
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Helene
Dined on Oct 11, 2026
This little place was a total surprise. We were just travelling through Albury and looking for somewhere open on a Sunday night. Expectations were low. But Norma turned out to be one of the best little Italian places we have ever found. The food was super delicious (just way to generous in serving sizes), and the young staff were so friendly and charming. We ended up having a really great night. Don't be fooled by Albury - this place would be 5 star anywhere. Go and enjoy
NORMA. Casual and warm dining. house made semolina pasta. antipasto and a house made tiramisu. Local Beechworth and Rutherglen wines. Beautiful setting. simple.


Ohhh. And a bit of Frank, Van, Eva in the background !
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Helene
Dined on Oct 11, 2026
This little place was a total surprise. We were just travelling through Albury and looking for somewhere open on a Sunday night. Expectations were low. But Norma turned out to be one of the best little Italian places we have ever found. The food was super delicious (just way to generous in serving sizes), and the young staff were so friendly and charming. We ended up having a really great night. Don't be fooled by Albury - this place would be 5 star anywhere. Go and enjoy
The Walrus Oyster Bar
4.9 (32)
$40 and under
Wine Bar
St Kilda
Wine bar, restaurant, cocktail bar.
Freshly shucked oysters and dinner menu!
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Savannah
Dined 6 days ago
Love the staff. Love the music. Love the oysters! And the rest of menu is simple but lovely. The drinks curation is the standout though for me. I’ll be back!
Wine bar, restaurant, cocktail bar.
Freshly shucked oysters and dinner menu!
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Savannah
Dined 6 days ago
Love the staff. Love the music. Love the oysters! And the rest of menu is simple but lovely. The drinks curation is the standout though for me. I’ll be back!
Brown Brothers Restaurant
4.8 (812)
$41 to $100
Australian
Milawa
131 years of wine making excellence, paired with seriously good food. Showcasing freshly picked produce from our kitchen garden and pantry preserves, accompanied by premium local suppliers and sustainably sourced native produce, meats and seafood.

Our seasonal menu caters for light lunches, shared feasts with friends and family, or a 5-course wine and food experience.

Full table service either inside or outside, bookings are essential as tables are in high demand.
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Yvonne
Dined on Oct 16, 2026
Great atmosphere, excellent food and great pleasant knowledge staff. Overall a great experience and well worth the experience.
131 years of wine making excellence, paired with seriously good food. Showcasing freshly picked produce from our kitchen garden and pantry preserves, accompanied by premium local suppliers and sustainably sourced native produce, meats and seafood.

Our seasonal menu caters for light lunches, shared feasts with friends and family, or a 5-course wine and food experience.

Full table service either inside or outside, bookings are essential as tables are in high demand.
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Yvonne
Dined on Oct 16, 2026
Great atmosphere, excellent food and great pleasant knowledge staff. Overall a great experience and well worth the experience.

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