Best Seasonal Restaurants in Balaclava

164 restaurants available nearby

1. Gilson

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 70 times today

Nestled within the Domain Road enclave in South Yarra with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens sits Gilson.Gilson’s intimate dining room is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week and caters for large groups and private dining events. Gilson offers an all day menu focusing on Italian cuisine and seasonal flavours. A neighbourhood favourite due to its relaxed setting, friendly staff, fabulous drinks list and dishes such as the ‘avocado bruschetta’ for breakfast, the ‘Seafood Linguine' for lunch or dinner, and a 'tiramisu' for dessert. Wood fired pizza is also available for lunch and dinner cooked in the custom built oven.Gilson's brunch service is available for walk-ins with reservations available from midday.

2. Lona Misa

4.6

Exceptional(803)

Price: Expensive

• Vegetarian / Vegan • South Yarra

Booked 14 times today

A collaboration with renowned Melbourne chefs Shannon Martinez (Smith & Daughters, Smith & Daughters Deli) and Ian Curley (French Saloon, Kirk’s Wine Bar), Lona Misa is a rebellious renaissance from root to stem, sustainably crafted to be seasonal, full of flavour, and memorable. The result? "A deliciously lively eatery that provides the ideal setting for coming together and taking part in the simple act of enjoying good food that is kind to the planet" (TimeOut). Awarded One Hat by the prestigious Good Food Guide 2023, Lona Misa’s Latin fare and bistro dining collide against the norms of the classical medley you know of vegan and vegetarian dining. Think of dishes like Brazilian steafood stew Moqueca, roasted padron & manchego croquetas, or pastor mushrooms grilled over charcoals on Josper with corn puree, fermented pineapple & chilli.

3. Albert's Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(187)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Armadale

Booked 3 times today

Albert's is a neighbourhood wine bar nestled behind the heritage listed Kings Arcade in the leafy backstreets of Armadale. Our bar is named for the Australian artist, Albert Tucker who once resided in the area and more importantly depicted our beautiful 19th century building in his 1937 landscape.We offer an ever-changing list of exciting wines by authentic small batch producers from all over the world, along with many classic 'non-wine' drinking options. Don’t expect a traditional restaurant menu, our kitchen offers up a variety of smaller, seasonal plates that are designed to share. Order one or two as a snack or combine several to create a more substantial meal.

4. Grosvenor Hotel

4.4

Awesome(424)

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • St Kilda East

Booked 4 times today

GROSVENOR HOTELST.KILDA BORN & BREDThe Grosvenor Hotel in St Kilda has been welcoming guests since the 1800s, but it is thoroughly modern in its fit out and its attitude. Today, it is a multi-faceted venue perfect for casual drinks, family dinners, sports watching as well as larger functions. There’s entertainment – including trivia night. The menu features traditional pub favourites, from wood-fired pizza to classic parmas, as well as succulent grass-fed Angus beef. St Kilda’s Best Pub!Enjoy you favourite classic pub meals, ice cold beer and warm hospitality here at the Grosvenor Hotel.

5. Salona

4.6

Exceptional(203)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Richmond

Booked 2 times today

Founded in 1969 by our grandfather Tony.It is our absolute privilege & such an honour to continue to share with you his greatest passion.Our promise is to serve every dish in a warm environment that celebrates 3 generations of Greek hospitality.We support local suppliers allowing us to cook with seasonal & fresh produce.Proudly sharing traditional recipes, from our family to yours. — SALONA “Established in 1969”

6. The European

4.7

Exceptional(1283)

Price: Expensive

• European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 11 times today

Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner, The European offers a welcoming ambience with warm, generous and knowledgeable hospitality - a beacon of Melbourne dining at its finest. Located on Spring Street near the Princess Theatre, 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 also welcome you on a walk-in basis next door at The City Wine Shop any day of the week, where you may simply pop in for a seat at the bar or grab a spot outside overlooking Parliament House. We take the best seasonal produce available, 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 and City Wine Shop.

7. Askal

4.3

Awesome(111)

Price: Expensive

• Filipino • Melbourne CBD

Booked 8 times today

Askal is Melbourne’s newest contemporary Filipino restaurant and bar located on 167 Exhibition Street. Comprised of a dynamic team of culinary experts, Askal is a three-storey establishment sits in a historical building from the 1800s. The menu is a celebration of traditional Filipino flavours and techniques, showcasing bold and vibrant dishes inspired by ancestral recipes passed down through generations.

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8. Officina Gastronomica Italiana

4.7

Exceptional(385)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Prahran

Booked 6 times today

Officina Gastronomica Italiana is gastronomic workshop of artisan pasta, wine and espresso celebrated with true Italian conviviality.We have indoor and outdoor seating available in our cosy courtyard. Which is covered and heated if necessary.

9. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1264)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 6 times today

Trattoria Emilia is an authentic Italian restaurant focusing on seasonal produce and fresh pasta. Head chefs Francesco Rota and Luca Flammia hail from Modena in Emilia Romagna.At Trattoria Emilia we seasonally change the menu and source a large majority of our produce from regional Victoria, 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 Emiliani and the crowd favourite salumi misti with gnocco fritto and tigelle served with mortadella mousse.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.

10. Zia Rina's Cucina

4.8

Exceptional(220)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Armadale

Booked 1 time today

Modern trattoria in the heart of Armadale serving modern home style Italian with unique and playful touches of personal heritage. All produce is sourced from the market and local farms. We cook with soul and integrity and instinct, menus are created on a whim with whatever we feel is the best produce of the season.$75pp Set Menu onlyPlease specify dietaries upon booking BYO available at $25 per bottle

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Leisel
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Absolutely spectacular in every way! Food is stunning and vegan, so amazing! Interior is gorgeous, staff wonderful, reasonable priced, cannot fault! We had the most amazing evening!
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Lona MisaPrice: Expensive• Vegetarian / Vegan• South Yarra
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4.6
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Brian
Canberra •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Lovely, friendly staff. Great ambience and menu. We'll be back.
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GilsonPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Yarra
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4.5
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Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had dinner here on a Tuesday night. Food exceeded my expectations and overall a really nice spot for a drink/meal, particularly when the weather is nice and you are able to sit at a table outside. Recommend
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Albert's Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Armadale
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4.8
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MichaelVIP
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 10, 2024
We had a lovely dinner, with everything on the menu being exceptional, and the service fantastic. There was a little bit of a wait on cocktails but pretty much couldn’t fault this great space otherwise. The menu is well thought out with good variety of many Greek classics without being too overwhelming. The Hilopites, Kleftiko were real standouts. Some of the best Greek we’ve had outside of Greece.
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SalonaPrice: Expensive• Greek• Richmond
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4.6
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Andrea
Melbourne •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 26, 2024
I’m by a regular at the Grosvenor because it’s such value for money. Tuesday night steak & wed Parma night are fantastic!
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Grosvenor HotelPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• St Kilda East
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4.4

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164 restaurants available nearby

1. Gilson

2. Lona Misa

3. Albert's Wine Bar

4. Grosvenor Hotel

5. Salona

6. The European

7. Askal

8. Officina Gastronomica Italiana

9. Trattoria Emilia

10. Zia Rina's Cucina

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