Best Casual Restaurants in Moonee Ponds

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AbbotsfordAlbert ParkAlphingtonArmadaleAscot ValeBalaclava

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1. Local Chook

4.7

Exceptional(150)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Moonee Ponds

Booked 16 times today

Moonee Ponds Local Chook is a favourite among locals for its imaginative/fusion take on Vietnamese cuisine, served in a modern restaurant. For starters, the Bao Buns are sensational selections. Some of Local Chook’s specialty/popular dishes include the Red Chicken Curry and Twice cooked scotch fillet in plum sauce, as well as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free dishes.

2. LaBurrata

4.4

Awesome(137)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Moonee Ponds

Booked 4 times today

The desire to serve good food to the people with our passion in the cooking led us to open La Burrata.La Burrata is an Italian cuisine which serves its customers with different variety of food. As we believe best Italian restaurants always serve the best Italian food and unrivaled quality. La Burrata is proud to serve fresh food prepared from freshly brought ingredients. Enjoying freshly home made pasta and quality hand stretched pizza when you dine in with us along with choices of seafoods, stake and main dishes. The customers can reserve the table, walk-in and enjoy the fresh dining with us.

3. TOTE Bar & Dining

4.6

Exceptional(242)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Moonee Ponds

Booked 8 times today

A contemporary bar and restaurant, serving modern-Australian dishes with seasonal eating in mind.Channelling the timeless allure of 1930's design, the interior boasts rich oak panelling, emerald hues, decadent leather and bronze finishes. The space offers three intimate dining areas, known as The Northern Terrace, The Dining Room and The Cellar - our Private Dining Room. The main feature of TOTE is casual dining with premium quality food from well sourced high quality and sustainable produce.It features a contemporary offering from coffee, craft beer and creative cocktails to carefully curated local & imported wines and spirits.The bar itself is modelled to the development’s quintessential roots – the racecourse – and is aptly shaped in an oval form to mirror it.

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4. Feekah Moonee Ponds

4.7

Exceptional(88)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Moonee Ponds

Booked 5 times today

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A photo of GK Tapas Bar & Restaurant restaurant

5. GK Tapas Bar & Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(12)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Moonee Ponds

Booked 3 times today

Our Tapas Bar & Restaurant blends Spanish style dishes with Australian native ingredients to create a unique menu of Tapas, Paella and hearty Mains. Our Head Chef and owner Laura also has quite a love affair with Patisserie which shows in our extensive dessert menu. GK is the place where food brings people together. We make absolutely everything in-house using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With a focus on bold flavours and creative textures, our dining menu caters to every taste, offering seafood, meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Join us for a laid-back dining experience that seamlessly blends Australian and Spanish cuisine.GK’s relaxed atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, from a casual mid-week meal to a party with your whole crew, and everything in between. It enriches the Moonee Ponds locale, providing an ideal setting for relaxed drinks, dinner, and events of any size.

6. Philhellene

4.8

Exceptional(281)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Moonee Ponds

Booked 9 times today

Philhellene is one of the four Greek restaurants in Melbourne to be included in the 2011 Age Good Food Guide, our primary objective at Philhellene is to present an authentic concept of food and drink while using high quality produce and applying traditional methods derived from our own mothers' cooking, creating a truly memorable and even emotional experience.The team at Philhellene consists of John & Susie Rerakis, several time 'best greek restaurant' winners by The Age Good Food Guide, also featured in Vogue Entertaining and other prominent media. Along with them their entourage of mothers who are working in the kitchen, spreading love & tales of their country in the dishes that they serve you.Our primary objective is to present an authentic concept of food and drink while using high quality produce and applying traditional methods derived from our own mothers’ cooking, creating a wonderful experience.

7. Sir Duke

4.5

Awesome(150)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Moonee Ponds

Booked 1 time today

Sir Duke is a cafe located in Melbourne's North West, Moonee Ponds serving an exceptional array of locally grown produce and seasonally paired with the finest specialty coffee, fresh juices, cocktails, beers and wines.

8. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3263)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 136 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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9. 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.

A photo of Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy restaurant

10. 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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From verified diners like you

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Julie
Victoria •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Yummy food, and good service. Enjoyed a lovely catch up with friends
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Local ChookPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Moonee Ponds
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4.7
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Ali
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a truly lovely lunch at GK today. The food was all delicious and the service from Laura and her team was warm and friendly. My mother had the Barramundi, which was cooked to perfection, my nephew had the kids Chicken strips raved about his crispy potatoes and my niece enjoyed ordering off the Tapas menu, devouring Beef brisket tacos, Charred corn & mozzarella croquettes and some shared meatballs. Every dish was so tasty and fast to come out (which was great as the kids are always impatient for food!) This restaurant is definitely a new favourite!
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GK Tapas Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Moonee Ponds
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4.2
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Annabel
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
A choices of casual and private dining experience. Excellent service and delicious food. Just simply amazing place to celebrate special day.
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TOTE Bar & DiningPrice: Expensive• Australian• Moonee Ponds
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4.6
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Ken
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 22, 2025
Excellent place great food and outstanding service
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LaBurrataPrice: Moderate• Italian• Moonee Ponds
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4.4
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ReemaJ
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2022
Very presentable food. Staff was very nice and soft spoken. Full of energy too. Coffees and Cocktails are a must try.
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Feekah Moonee PondsPrice: Moderate• Café• Moonee Ponds
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4.7

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