Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Southern Suburbs

OpenTable

Updated November 05, 2026

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Bo Gurks

4.8

4.8 (383)

$40 and under

Pizza Bar

Edithvale

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bo Gurks. We do things our way here. That means good food, great coffee and a passion for independent Australian beer, wine and spirits—all served with a warm Edithvale welcome. Start your day with breakfast, drop in for a relaxed lunch, or gather your favourite people for dinner and drinks. Whether you’re after a quick bite or settling in for a leisurely meal, we’re here to make you feel at home. We’re a small, independent business that loves supporting other small businesses and sharing what we love with our community. Explore our beer fridges, enjoy a cocktail or let our team introduce you to your next favourite Australian wine, whisky or gin.

Make yourself at home. Relax, you’re in Edithvale.

Please note venue hours and kitchen hours differ;

Kitchen Hours
Wednesday 7:00AM-8:00PM
Thursday-Saturday 7:00AM-9:00PM
Sunday 7:00AM-8:00PM

Top review

Chris

Dined on Oct 10, 2026

Great local establishment with warm ambience and super tasty food. The best and most substantial craft beer selection I’ve ever seen - supporting local independent breweries. Love this story and ethos from Bo Gurks.

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Experience

Bo Gurks Thursday Trivia

Experience

Bo Gurks Bingo!

Da Giuseppe

4.7

4.7 (180)

$41 to $100

Pizzeria

Bentleigh

About the restaurant

We are Da Giuseppe, a vibrant Italian restaurant where authentic flavours meet a welcoming atmosphere.

Our passion is bringing people together over food that celebrates tradition and creativity. Guests love our wood-fired pizzas, crafted with fresh ingredients and baked to perfection, alongside handmade pastas that showcase the heart of Italian cooking.

Our menu also features antipasti and seasonal specials that highlight the best produce, ensuring every visit feels memorable. Our bar offers a curated selection of wines and cocktails designed to complement the richness of our dishes.

We take pride in creating an inviting space filled with warmth, laughter, and the joy of sharing meals.

Top review

Mazzi

Dined 5 days ago

This is the third time I have been here, a pleasure to come and enjoy beautiful food, and lovely service. Spaghetti with prawns is 10/10, so delicious, and my margarita cocktail was perfect.

Silks Cranbourne

4.7

4.7 (201)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Cranbourne

About the restaurant

A COMMUNITY ICON
Silks Cranbourne has been at the heart of the community for years, offering great food, friendly service, and unbeatable hospitality.

As an essential destination in the vibrant dining, entertainment, and events scene of the rapidly growing south-east, we bring people together with great promotions, delicious meals, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you’re here for a meal, catching up with mates, or enjoying one of our many events, you’ll feel right at home.

Come in and experience the tradition, the community, and the good times. We’ll #SeeYouAtSilks!

Top review

Stephen

Dined on Sep 30, 2026

Every time I go there it’s been very good the workers the food

Rosstown Hotel

4.6

4.6 (148)

$40 and under

Australian

Carnegie

About the restaurant

At Rosstown Hotel, we’re all about good vibes, great food, and a warm welcome.

Our menu delivers the best of modern Australian pub fare—juicy steaks, flavour-packed parmas, hearty pastas, and slow-cooked shanks, all served in generous portions. We also cater to dietary needs with vegetarian options and a kids’ menu, making it easy for everyone to enjoy a great meal.

Serious about sport? So are we. Our beer garden is built for game day—featuring a massive screen, retractable roof to keep you covered year-round. Inside, the sports bar is packed with wall-to-wall screens, cold beers on tap, and the best seats in the house in front of our BIG SCREEN! for every major match live & loud!

Looking for something more low-key? The front bar is perfect for casual catch-ups, with a relaxed vibe and a light snacks menu ideal for grazing over drinks.

Planning a special occasion? Our private dining and function spaces are ideal for everything from casual dining to milestone celebrations.

Top review

Helen

Dined 6 days ago

A ladies lunch for 12 in the bistro was excellent. My friends asked if we could do it again next year! The food was great we could order at the table or bar. The were smiling and helpful which is so welcoming. Thanks for a great afternoon 🤗

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SEMI PRIVATE | Front Bar Courtyard

Sons Of Mary

4.6

4.6 (142)

$40 and under

Australian

Elsternwick

About the restaurant

Sons of Mary Restaurant, Cafe and Bar is Brighton's hidden gem. With a commitment to fresh produce and quality, Sons is the perfect place to gather, share and enjoy. Serving up our signature modern Australian fare, join us for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Top review

Vicky

Dined 5 days ago

Food and services was perfect Another wonderful evening in a perfectly relaxed setting

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Experience

Steak Frites Special

Experience

Sons Of The Sea - Seafood Specials Night 🌊

Experience

Mary's Brunch

Castello's Longbeach Hotel

4.5

4.5 (35)

$40 and under

Australian

Chelsea

About the restaurant

A stone’s throw from Chelsea beach, the Longbeach Hotel has been designed to offer several areas for you to enjoy our premium dining, entertainment and sophisticated styling.
The Longbeach Hotel is the best place to share a plate of delicious, fresh seafood, enjoy a cold drink whilst basking in the sunshine or just catch up with friends over coffee and cakes.

Breezy and fresh throughout in keeping with its beachside location, the Longbeach Hotel has been cleverly designed to offer several smart areas, both indoor and out. The spacious and inviting bistro leads to an adjoining outdoor terrace, with a contemporary café just adjacent, offering fabulous coffee, cakes and desserts and ample space to spread out with the papers.

A modern lounge area offers entertainment and sports, with its sleek bar and huge bi-fold doors that allow the ocean breeze to flow through.

Top review

deborah

Dined 6 days ago

The two of us Had a great late Lunch and watched the Melbourne Cup after plenty of room.

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Experience

Christmas Day Lunch

The Dingley Hotel

4.4

4.4 (93)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Dingley Village

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Dingley Hotel, your friendly neighbourhood pub in Dingley Village, in Melbourne’s southeast. Renowned for great food, drinks and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, we’re the ideal destination for family dining, casual catch-ups, and lovers of live sport.
Discover everything The Dingley Hotel has to offer, from our inviting bistro with alfresco dining, to the lively sports bar showing all the big games, on-site accommodation, and versatile spaces for functions and events. Whether you're here to relax, celebrate, or stay the night, you'll find something for everyone at The Dingley Hotel.

Top review

Jacqui

Dined on Oct 25, 2026

Great value family bistro. Great for the whole family or large groups especially if you want people to pay for themselves. Lots of menu choices and good service.

Gilbert's Bentleigh

4.4

4.4 (35)

$40 and under

Asian

Bentleigh

About the restaurant

Situated in the heart of Bentleigh, Gilbert's kitchen and bar offers a sharing plate style of dining serving traditional and contemporary Asian cuisine. Our upstairs function room is the perfect place to host your next event, corporate meeting or special occasion. Our family friendly venue is open breakfast, lunch and dinner

Top review

Daniel

Dined on Oct 15, 2026

Great night food was delicious service was great. Thanks

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Experience

$68 Feed Me (2 course)

Experience

$78 Feed Me (3 course)

Pearl By P&D

4.4

4.4 (33)

$40 and under

Sri Lankan

Dandenong South

About the restaurant

At Pearl, we invite you to experience the rich heritage, vibrant spices, and heartfelt hospitality of Sri Lanka — the Pearl of the Indian Ocean. Located in the heart of Dandenong, our family-owned restaurant is built on a simple belief: food is love, and love is meant to be shared.

Every dish we create reflects our roots and our passion — from traditional Sri Lankan favourites to Western classics reimagined with bold island flavours.

Come join us, share a meal, and taste the story we’re proud to tell, one plate at a time.

Top review

Esh

Dined 3 days ago

Our first team lunch at the Pearl was amazing - definitely going back!!

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Experience

Pearl Signature Experience (Groups of 8+)

Experience

Ceylon Feast Experience (Groups of 8+)

Times Casey

4.0

4 (16)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Narre Warren South

About the restaurant

Times Casey & Co is being shaped as an all-day venue: specialty coffee and breakfast early, relaxed lunches, steakhouse energy after dark, cocktails, seafood and generous plates made to share.

The feel sits in the middle: not stiff fine dining, not throwaway casual. Warm lighting, proper food, confident service and a room that works from morning to late.

Located at F161/400 Narre Warren - Cranbourne Rd, Narre Warren South, the restaurant is built for Casey locals, Berwick regulars, Clyde families, Cranbourne diners and anyone chasing a polished all-day table.

Top review

Jian

Dined on Oct 23, 2026

All the staff were so friendly, efficient and accommodating. The food and service were very commendable. We will definitely be back and highly recommend dining at this restaurant.

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