Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Doncaster

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53 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Fordham’s Milk Bar restaurant

1. Fordham’s Milk Bar

4.7

Exceptional(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Camberwell

Booked 3 times today

Fordham's Milk Bar is a cafe and restaurant, open 7 days a week, 365 days a year! We pride ourselves on our delicious food, homemade cake and ice-cream, and great coffee. We aim to deliver a friendly and personal service.

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2. Sir Henry Barkly Hotel

4.5

Awesome(415)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Heidelberg

Booked 20 times today

Step into Barkly's Bistro, located in the heart of Heidelberg at the Sir Henry Barkly Hotel. This inviting space features exposed brick walls and modern furnishings, creating a relaxed atmosphere ideal for casual lunches, romantic dinners, or family gatherings. Our menu offers a delightful selection of modern Australian dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Enjoy mouthwatering tapas perfect for sharing, or try our signature dishes like succulent schnitzel and seafood tagliatelle, each showcasing the chef's creativity. Pair your meal with craft beers on tap, boutique wines, or refreshing cocktails. Our knowledgeable staff is ready to help you find the perfect drink to complement your meal. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Barkly's Bistro is a must-visit destination for delicious food and a warm ambience. Come and experience the charm and flavors we have to offer!

3. Franco & Co

4.3

Awesome(426)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Eltham

Booked 11 times today

Tucked away in the beautiful, leafy gateway of Eltham, Franco & Co is a classic Melbourne dining experience built on quality, comfort and community. A Mediterranean life revolves around the family dinner table, where you will find great conversation with delicious food and wine. We at Franco, have, have recrated the perfect atmosphere for you and your family to enjoy. The menu, courtesy of celebrity chef Jimmy H.Wong the flavours are simple and big, the portions generous, and our menu is extensive with a mixture of wood-fired pizzas and pasta options.Managed by three brothers and a lifelong friend, our company holds notable credibility within the hospitality industry. Having founded many highly rated venues in Melbourne with each of our venues having their own unique personality, we have created another experience for you to enjoy.

4. Eastwood

4.5

Awesome(52)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Forest Hill

Now Open for Brunch and Lunch! Monday - Friday: 6am - 4pmWeekends: 7am - 4pm

5. Pure South Dining

4.4

Awesome(75)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Southbank

Booked 26 times today

Pure South Dining is founded on philosophy of Ethical, Sustainable and Provenance driven produce, championing Tasmanian farmers, fishermen and small producers. The best in season produce is flown from the islands of King, Flinders & Tasmanian directly to our Southbank kitchen. Pure South Dining offers our guests two dining options to suite any occasion. The ground floor Pure South Kitchen is our casual riverside bistro offering classics from morning till late. Enjoy our Tassie produce without the fuss, while you look out to the Southbank promenade, sipping cocktails with friends. Ascend the stairs to the Pure South Dining Room, for a modern fine dining experience, with stunning views of the Yarra River & Melbourne's skyline. Dine a la carte, or embark on a culinary journey with our six-course tasting menu. Our in house sommelier is on hand to guide you through our extensive wine list, with over 400 bottles highlighting Tassie Chardonnay & Pinot Noir.

6. Mount Erica Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(1138)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Prahran

Booked 64 times today

The Mount Erica Hotel, loved and revered corner Pub. includes public bar, indoor and outdoor dining/function spaces. Offering a menu of elevated pub classics, tap beer, cocktails and extensive wine list. Delivered in a relaxed venue with a designer edge.*All bookings are for our dining room for sit-down dining. We have our front bar and courtyard available for casual drinks, and are on a walk in basis. Dogs and children are welcome in the venue until 8pm.

7. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(730)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 77 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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8. Johnny's Green Room

4.2

Awesome(97)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 2 times today

Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.

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9. Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy

4.2

Awesome(1726)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Fitzroy

Booked 23 times today

Ichi Ni Nana, is a modern style Izakaya experience spread across multiple levels along the iconic Brunswick Street offering delectable Japanese dishes with a modern twist (such as our must try Ebi Mayo). The venue also comprises an amazing beverage list of Japanese inspired cocktails, the best Japan has to offer in sakes and whiskies and a comprehensive wine list covering local and international regions. Our friendly and professional team will take you on a guided tour through a Japanese experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating your next visit. Whether it’s an intimate dinner in one of our hand crafted booths or a group celebration, Ichi Ni Nana has an abundance of breathtaking indoor and outdoor areas (including a courtyard with a retractable glass ceiling which can be enjoyed rain, hail or shine), to suit any occasion.

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10. Neighbourhood Pizza

4.8

Exceptional(399)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Armadale

Booked 36 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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Karen
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We booked the pre theatre option at Pure South Dining. The preset menu was amazing, beautifully presented and all courses were delicious. Their service was friendly and professional. The view over the Yarra was fabulous. We finished our meal with plenty of time to get to our theatre booking. We will return.
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Pure South DiningPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Southbank
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4.4
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Tania
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Tried this nice little cafe for the first time, really good food & ambience nice. Service was ok. Although food good, value these days is not great. Food is already over priced and marked up even more now for what you get. Then to have a surcharge of 10% on top on a Saturday. Surcharges are ridiculous and unacceptable.
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EastwoodPrice: Moderate• Café• Forest Hill
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4.5
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SergioL
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
Excellent atmosphere in the beer garden on a warm night. The food was magnificent, having ordered the pork schnitzel. We'll definitely go again.
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Sir Henry Barkly HotelPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Heidelberg
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4.5
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Kathy
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 16, 2025
Very pleasant experience at Franco & Co, we had a group of 10, we all loved our food and the service was good
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Franco & CoPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Eltham
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4.3
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Rosslyn
Victoria •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 6, 2025
Excellent service, great food and a very nice casual ambience
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Fordham’s Milk BarPrice: Moderate• Café• Camberwell
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4.7

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