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1. Elwood Bathers
4.7
Exceptional(1676)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Elwood
Booked 25 times today
Elwood Bathers is a hot spot in Melbourne, known for its exquisite ambiance and delectable cuisine. As per the reviews, it offers a complete dining experience with an amazing location, friendly staff, and delicious food. The restaurant is frequently fully booked, and its fresh, tasty food and stunning views make it a favorite among locals and tourists alike. It's an ideal place for a culinary journey, a nice sunset evening, or a special occasion.
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2. Suzie Q
4.6
Exceptional(125)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Windsor
Booked 28 times today
Suzie Q was unapologetically rebellious, alluring and ahead of her time. Bathed in the red glow of oriental charm, her underground chinese restaurant was a well-kept secret by those in the know during the 80’s in downtown San Francisco; a hidden gem drawing people in from across the city with her timeless dishes and unforgettable ambiance. Suzie Q embodies the indulgence of this rich legacy, re-imagined through a modern lens and coupled with retro oriental charm, classic chinese fare and contemporary cocktails.
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3. Hochi Mama CBD
4.6
Exceptional(3246)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 95 times today
Hochi Mama was the God Mother of all aspiring street artists and rappers in the early nineties. An immigrant in the big city, she hosted underground art shows along with rap battles for the rejects; a place where you could just be at home, but with family. The whole crew was always welcome, the more the merrier, and she was well renowned for creating innovative dishes using the original famous dishes from her home country, and plenty of booze, in her spacious and homey warehouse.This cheeky, vibrant and buzzing Vietnamese Fusion venue is one for your to-do list. Boasting a killer menu and a super cool vibe, this place is known for a cocktail, feast or an intimate date night.
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4. Donovans
4.8
Exceptional(1700)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • St Kilda
Booked 36 times today
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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5. Windsor Wine Room
4.6
Exceptional(68)
Price: Moderate
• Modern European • Windsor
Booked 22 times today
Nestled in the heart of Chapel Street, Windsor Wine Room is an intimate space to indulge in good food, exceptional wine and familiar company. Savour a curated selection of wines, carefully paired with smaller bites and larger dishes to share that showcase a modern European-accented menu.
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6. Gilson
4.5
Awesome(726)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Yarra
Booked 63 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.
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7. Grazia Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1034)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Glen Iris
Booked 74 times today
Grazia is a classic, authentic and casual Italian restaurant with a modern twist.
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8. Golden Fleece Hotel
4.4
Awesome(174)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • South Melbourne
Booked 10 times today
Heritage pub turned Greek Islands-inspired paradise, Golden Fleece Hotel has brought Santorini to South Melbourne. Entering off Montague Street, you’ll find curvaceous, stone-look tables, booths and an adjoining bottle shop where the walls are lined with vino you can take away! Make your way up the colourful mosaic-tiled stairwell you'll find a place to enjoy more cocktails after dining down stairs and nooks to sit back and relax, as well as a pool table and our DJ's on the weekend to keep the party forever going. Our Walk-ins only intimate Santorini Rooftop is where you’ll feel most transported, as the sun beams down, sip on a fun Aperol Spritz, or a Aphrodites Elixr of Desire to feel the holiday vibes. The menu is similarly Mediterranean. Among the highlights: Our famous fluffy oven baked bread accompanied by a selection of dips, and a delicious Yia-Yia's style Moussaka. Partner any dish with a wide selections of wines from our bottle shop or our famous Santorini Sour!
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9. Neighbourhood Pizza
4.8
Exceptional(389)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Armadale
Booked 27 times today
Neighbourhood Pizza. Its pizza for locals. Great for the family, your date or your friends. More than just pizza!
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10. Yugen Dining
4.6
Exceptional(502)
Price: Very Expensive
• Asian • South Yarra
Booked 26 times today
Yugen redefines dining after dark. A promise of an experience where food, drink, and music continue well into the night. A subterranean setting with a refined industrial feel, offering dishes and beverages influenced by the cultural richness of Asia. Tradition met with the intuition of a contemporary flair.
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  • Jorjesen
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Just had a birthday anniversary lunch there and it exceeded our expectations brilliant staff lovely menu overlooking the water with a great wine and cocktail selection- a nice little surprise to finish our weekend and will definitely be back
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    Elwood BathersPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Elwood
    •
    4.7
  • Sarah
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Went here for a galentines dinner with my friend and we were both blown away with how yummy the food was! Absolutely obsessed with the king fish sashimi and crispy duck wontons. We got the feed me menu which was very reasonably priced and the mains were a good size. Cocktails were superb. Overall such a great experience, the staff were super friendly and accommodating, the food came out quickly and my taste buds will never be the same. Highly recommend.
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    Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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    4.6
  • Matthew
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    One of Melbourne’s premier restaurants. Nick and his team are ensuring the highest standards are maintained. Never disappoints.
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    DonovansPrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• St Kilda
    •
    4.8
  • Ross
    Melbourne •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Cannot praise Suzie Q enough. Amazing food! Every item on the menu I’ve almost tried now and all you can do is give those on the table with you a stupid grin in disbelief on how good the food is. My favourites are the Kingfish & anything with Duck honestly. Dishes are well portioned and very aesthetic on the plate. The restaurant itself looks incredible, in there you often see other people dining taking photos of the room as well as the food. Beautiful red lighting, with the exposed brick behind the bar, then adding the red carpet makes you think you’re back in the 90’s at times, yet it’s still very modern. And in my experience staff are so lovely. Very helpful which just tops off the dining experience. 10/10
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    Suzie QPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Windsor
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    4.6
  • Kim
    Perth •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 31, 2025
    Great and attentive service. Fantastic food and very generous portions. We eat A LOT and didn’t manage to finish it all and for $49 per head you cannot complain! Fabulous and highly recommended
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    Windsor Wine RoomPrice: Moderate• Modern European• Windsor
    •
    4.6

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