Restaurants near Melbourne Athenaeum

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1. Chocolate Buddha

4.7

Exceptional(2822)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 48 times today

Chocolate Buddha undertook an AMAZING renovation in 2019 by Maddison Architects. We have a 22 seater SUSHI TRAIN open Wednesday to Sunday lunches 12 - 3pm and Wednesday to Saturday Dinners 5 - 8pm it includes an EXPRESS train which delivers hot food ordered via a tablet. We offer QR menus at each table for ease of ordering, splitting bills and menu with pictures and descriptions. This type of ordering is optional so always let us know if you prefer to order with us. See you soon @ Chocolate Buddha

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2. Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana

4.4

Awesome(1099)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 34 times today

Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana in the Melbourne CBD is serving rustic and authentic Italian food like its meant to be – flavoursome, simple and made with a healthy dose of Italian passion. The chefs behind this Manchester Lane restaurant are dedicated to following traditional recipes (just like Nonna used), using their knowledge from homeland Italy and adding just a touch of gourmet modernity. Freshly made pasta is undoubtedly the star of the show at Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana, ranging from gnocchi and tagliatelle to fettuccine and pappardelle. Yet the menu also offers rustic pizzas, traditional mains and homemade desserts that will satisfy any guest – especially when enjoyed alongside the Italian and Australian wines available. Better yet, the service and atmosphere of Maccaroni is both genuine and inviting. Located in the Melbourne CBD, this restaurant is understandably popular and making an advance booking is highly recommended.

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3. Straight Outta Saigon

4.6

Exceptional(1108)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 28 times today

Born out of the wok-tossed flames of Vietnam and introduced into the bustlin’ heart of urban Melbourne, Straight Outta Saigon's serving eastern flavours for it's CBD crew. Immerse yourself in 90s hip-hop mixtapes, swim in our offerings of tropical elixirs, and bask in the taste of street-side viet-fare without the frills!

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4. Time Out Fed Square

4.4

Awesome(446)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Melbourne CBD

Booked 13 times today

If your preferred day or time slot is unavailable please call or email restaurant. info@timeoutmelbourne.com.auFederation Square's iconic place to catch up - Timeout Fed Square - on the corner of Flinders Street and Swanston Street opposite Flinders Street Station in the heart of Melbourne.Weekend and weekday breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks in Melbourne city.Time Out Restaurant/Cafe/Bar is the place to catch up with friends and family to enjoy a relaxing meal and drinks.

5. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1268)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 27 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.

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6. Quando Quando Cucina and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(106)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 5 times today

A simple phrase we use in order to bring friends and families together, ‘dimmi quando tu verrai’ meaning “tell me when will you come”. With passion and care, through our colourful and traditional Italian dishes we celebrate our culture of love and gathering.

7. Meatmaiden

4.6

Exceptional(1357)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 27 times today

Meatmaiden is one hell of a steakhouse. Bringing you the best barbecue and grill in Melbourne, our large and energetic basement restaurant and bar and down-to-earth staff make us the perfect CBD venue for intimate dinners, work lunches, special occasions or functions.We're part steakhouse, part smokehouse - with a unique and eclectic mix of premium steaks and smoked meats. We've been fine-tuning that approach for the last ten years to bring you the best meat around - dry-ageing select local cuts like O'Connor rib eye, tending the fire to smoke grass-fed short ribs over ironbark and pairing with signature dishes like our lobster mac cheese.Our carefully-curated wine list focuses on some great Australian winemakers, with six taps of craft beer and quirky cocktails completing the line up.You will find Meatmaiden on Little Collins St - walking distance from Flinders St Station and Parliament Station, the MCG and Rod Laver Arena and entertainment venues s

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8. Cecconi's Flinders Lane

4.8

Exceptional(1187)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 20 times today

"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 JosperOne Hat – THE AGE GOOD FOOD GUIDE2006 - 2023

9. SOT

4.4

Awesome(17)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Korean • Melbourne CBD

Booked 7 times today

Connecting you to Korean FlavoursOur name, SOT(솥), is the Korean word for a traditional cooking pot, the soul of every Korean kitchen. It is a symbol of warmth, nourishment, and hearty meals shared with loved ones. Our signature SOT BAP (rice cooked in a pot) brings out rich flavours and a perfect texture using the traditional Korean rice cooking method. It’s a symphony of flavours, enhanced by the finest ingredients carefully layered.Beyond SOT BAP, our BANSANG menu offers a complete Korean dining experience. With a variety of seasonal banchan (side dishes) and a comforting soup, each Bansang is a curated experience of Korean culinary traditions.

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10. Dodee Paidang Little Collins

4.4

Awesome(56)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Melbourne CBD

Booked 8 times today

Dodee Paidang Little Collins brings our widest range of Thai Street food to you. The site is great for groups or couples. Come in for a quick lunch or stay and enjoy the company.Every selection of Thai food from our Tom Yum noodles, Salads, Grilled, to Desserts. Order individually or share the authentic tastes with your best mates.Acoustic music Fridays and Saturdays.Minimum booking is 4 people.

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RebekahVIP
Melbourne •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great dining experience- the feed me menu was well-priced,generous and delicious - Attentive service and great atmosphere- our relos from Switzerland loved it!
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Straight Outta SaigonPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Scott
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was a very relaxed and chilled experience and the food was outstanding I had the arancini balls (pesto filling) and gnocchi and it was excellent. Well worth it!
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Maccaroni Trattoria ItalianaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Deb
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fantastic service. 4 grandkids loved learning how to make their chopsticks kid friendly. Food was delicious.
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Chocolate BuddhaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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David
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The restaurant was heavily recommended by a couple of people and it didn't disappoint. We were greeted by the staff as soon as we walked in and the service was prompt and friendly. The food was outstanding. The steaks were the best that we have had - cooked to perfection, and excellent quality cuts of meat. Absolutely delicious.
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MeatmaidenPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Karen
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It feels like stepping into Italy. A lovely dining experience at Emilia. Fabulous authentic Italian food and service. Thank you.
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Trattoria EmiliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.8

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