Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Brighton

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AlphingtonArmadaleAscot ValeBrightonBrunswickCamberwell

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106 restaurants available nearby

1. Mount Erica Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(1127)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Prahran

Booked 80 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.

2. Elwood Bathers

4.7

Exceptional(1676)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Elwood

Booked 32 times today

Bayside restaurant and event venue open daily from 9:00am for takeaway coffees & pastries, and from 11:30am onwards for dine in. Passionate about friends, family and community.

3. Bottarga Brighton

5.0

Exceptional(21)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Brighton

Booked 6 times today

Step into a space where each dish is a meticulously crafted masterpiece, showcasing the best in culinary excellence. Our menu is a unique fusion of the finest global ingredients, reimagining traditional flavors with a modern Italian twist and a hint of Asian influence. Delight in this unforgettable culinary journey with either a 2- or 3-course menu or our full tasting experience at $160 per person.With just 18 seats in front of our fully open kitchen, Bottarga offers a rare, intimate dining experience where you can witness the magic unfold. We are proud to be Brighton’s only one-hatted restaurant, recognized by The Age Good Food Guide, awarded two glasses in the Australian Wine List of the Year Awards, and celebrated by Wine Spectator.

4. Albert's Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(191)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Armadale

Booked 12 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.

5. 10 Greek Plates

4.6

Exceptional(22)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Brighton

Booked 14 times today

As a family-owned and operated establishment, we take immense pride in serving you authentic Greek flavours that have been passed down through generations.Our story began with a passion for preserving our cultural heritage and sharing the rich tapestry of Greek cuisine with our community with ten curated plates encompassing what we believe to be the perfect selection. Every dish on our menu is a testament to our family's love and dedication to perfecting these recipes over the years.Whether you indulge in our mouthwatering spanakopita, savor the delicate flavors of our souvlaki, or treat yourself to a piece of baklava crafted with care, you're experiencing a piece of our family's history. Every bite is a journey to the vibrant streets of Greece, where tradition and innovation come together to create an unforgettable dining experience.

6. Rococo St Kilda

4.7

Exceptional(1900)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • St Kilda

Booked 31 times today

Rococo St Kilda's atmosphere is both seductive and vibrant, bustling and intimate. The place where Rococo’s signature antipasti boards and simple Italian flavours first came to be, it continues to attract diners from all over Melbourne some 10 years later. Set amongst some of Melbourne’s most loved sites – The Palais, The National Theatre and St Kilda beach to name a few – our expanded restaurant space is bigger than ever, yet remains cosy and flexible, with various spaces available for functions and plenty of nooks for private dining or close conversations.Join us for a meal of many courses; a hearty breakfast to start the day, a jovial work lunch, a family get together or just a glass of wine to celebrate the end of a day. Oh and our Wood Fire Pizzas are a must. Enjoy the authenticity, quality and warm hospitality of modern Italy right here in Melbourne.Al fresco outside seating also available.

A photo of DOC Pizza & Pasta Bar, St Kilda restaurant

7. DOC Pizza & Pasta Bar, St Kilda

4.5

Awesome(104)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • St Kilda

Booked 8 times today

DOC is moving to Port Phillip Bay! Join us to enjoy a modern take on classic Italian hospitality, with a glimpse into dining in Italy’s present day. Our menu features the best of pizza, pasta and secondi, with an ode to seafood to honour our seaside move. A preview of our menu is available on our website directly. A presto!

8. Lion and Wombat

4.8

Exceptional(201)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• English • St Kilda

Booked 12 times today

We’re a cosy neighbourhood pub serving nostalgic fare inspired by British cuisine including scotch eggs, fish finger sandwiches and classic Sunday roasts. There’s a dog friendly beer garden, extensive beer, wine and cocktail offering as well as a traditional cask ale beer engine.

A photo of Officina Gastronomica Italiana restaurant

9. Officina Gastronomica Italiana

4.7

Exceptional(396)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Prahran

Booked 17 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.

10. Milton Wine Shop

4.8

Exceptional(115)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Malvern

Booked 7 times today

Milton is a neighbourhood wine bar, operating since 2014 with simple ideas executed with detail.We offer woodfired pizza with quality at the core, a considered wine list representing producers who focus on honesty and representation of place. We are a venue to visit multiple times a week for a glass, dinner, or throw your birthday celebration at.Our kitchen operates Tuesday to Sunday, featuring woodfired pizza alongside snacks and share plates that work with the wines we love to drink. Pasta nights on Tuesday and Wednesday.Our Kitchen hours are:Monday: ClosedTuesday & Wednesday: 5-8:30pmThursday: 5-10pmFriday: 3-10pm Saturday: 12-10pm Sunday: 12-8:30pmWhilst reservations are recommended, we always keep a few tables aside both inside and out for walk-ins

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From verified diners like you

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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
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4.7
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Brian
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My favourite restaurant and it gets better every time. Somi and Federico find a way to make each visit special. Can't wait for our next visit
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Bottarga BrightonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Brighton
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5
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The vegetarian selection is still utterly rubbish. Why can’t there be one dish that’s actually not terrible or weird combinations. Also the slaw was pure mustard - the schnitzel was super crispy though
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Mount Erica HotelPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Prahran
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4.7
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Anna
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined on Feb 9, 2025
We had a lovely evening, all staff were wonderful especially our main waiter and we enjoyed our food! Thank you
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10 Greek PlatesPrice: Expensive• Greek• Brighton
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4.6
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Ruben
Melbourne •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 29, 2025
Fabulous wine opportunities. Food very tasteful and great variety. Staff super friendly and helpful. We definitely come again!
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Albert's Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Armadale
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4.8

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