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1. Park Street Pasta & Wine
4.5
Awesome(849)
$$$$
• Italian • South Melbourne
Booked 5 times today
Located in a historic corner building at 268 Park Street, Park Street Pasta & Wine is South Melbourne’s friendly neighbourhood pasta and wine bar from Italian Restaurateurs Luca Balbo, Lino Torre & Matteo Balbo combining their passion for food and experience in the hospitality industry. Head chef Tommaso Bartoli whips up a creative menu that heavily draws on his Tuscan roots. Starting his career in the kitchens of Florence, he brings to Australia all the knowledge and passion for food that define with his personal style. All our pasta is handmade in-house in the traditional ‘fatta a mano’ style. Our menu features inventive sharing plates, classic pasta dishes that nod to various parts of Italy, plus a few modern iterations, all reflective of seasonal quality produce. with a tidy selection of Italian, international and local wines to match. We are located at 268 Park Street on the Corner of Park Street and Perrins St, just down from the iconic South Melbourne Town Hall.
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2. MoVida | Original
4.7
Exceptional(609)
$$$$
• Spanish • Melbourne CBD
Booked 34 times today
When Movida opened in 2003 no one knew what to expect with this little bar on a graffiti covered cobbled lane serving Spanish tapas and shared plates in a down lit room playing funky tunes. Ten years on and the original restaurant is still going strong.
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3. Shelanous
5.0
Exceptional(254)
$$$$
• Australian • Port Melbourne
Booked 4 times today
Born from a Melbourne sunset, our pop-up restaurant, Shelanous, evolved into a multi-sensory journey, blending Melbourne’s seasons into each dish. As we transitioned to “Shelanous”, we retained the essence of sharing, embodied in “nous,” meaning “our” or “us” in Hebrew and French.
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4. Golden Fleece Hotel
4.5
Awesome(277)
$$$$
• Greek • South Melbourne
Heritage pub turned Greek Islands-inspired paradise, Golden Fleece Hotel has brought Santorini to South Melbourne. Entering off Montague Street, you’ll find curvaceous, stone-look tables, booths and an adjoining bottle shop where the walls are lined with vino you can take away! Make your way up the colourful mosaic-tiled stairwell you'll find a place to enjoy more cocktails after dining down stairs and nooks to sit back and relax, as well as a pool table and our DJ's on the weekend to keep the party forever going. Our Santorini Rooftop is where you’ll feel most transported, as the sun beams down, sip on a fun Aperol Spritz, or a Passionfruit Martini to feel the holiday vibes. The menu is similarly Mediterranean. Among the highlights: Our famous fluffy oven baked bread accompanied by a selection of dips, and a delicious Yia-Yia's style Moussaka. Partner any dish with a wide selections of wines from our bottle shop or our famous Santorini Sour!
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5. Anada Bar & Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(81)
$$$$
• Spanish • Fitzroy
Booked 4 times today
Añada on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy, serves a tapas menu mainly influenced by the food of Andalusia, Southern Spain and the flavours of the Mediterranean. Originally founded in 2008 by Jesse and Vanessa Gerner, the team at Añada highly value sustainable efforts and community outreach, and champion local farmers, producers and providers as often as possible.In the years since its opening, Añada has grown to be known as a neighbourhood staple, offering a menu that pairs authentic Spanish foods with an extensive wine and sherry list. The warm, intimate atmosphere is complemented by knowledgeable, friendly service.
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6. Akaiito Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(220)
$$$$
• French / Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 10 times today
Akaiito inspires a unique Japanese culinary experience like no other. Welcome to our exclusive unique dining experience led by our team who will take you on a Japanese-inspired culinary journey through the art of a modern omakase.Be immersed in a world of exquisite flavors, expertly prepared seasonal dishes, and impeccable presentation, all while sitting comfortably at your own table. To celebrate Akaiito’s 5-year anniversary, we’re excited to offer a special 4-course menu featuring some of our most popular and signature dishes from over the years. We’re bringing back these favorites exclusively
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7. Omnia Bistro & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(660)
$$$$
• European • South Yarra
Booked 12 times today
Located on the corner of Chapel St and Toorak Rd in South Yarra, Omnia blends the energy of a European Bistro with Australia’s best produce, bringing fine-dining craftsmanship to culinary classics in the heart of South Yarra. Awarded 2 hats in 2023 and 2024, Omnia is steeped in genuine old-world hospitality with an acute eye on quality and seasonality. Take a seat in our light-filled Conservatory, cosy Barrel Room or lean into the vibrant ambience of the Main bar. Come alone, meet with friends, and toast with us. Groups of 7 or more are invited to enjoy our curated group menu featuring our seasonally sourced dishes, and timeless classics. Email us on info@omniabistro.com.au for any group reservations enquires.
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8. Bincho Boss
4.5
Awesome(329)
$$$$
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 8 times today
Bincho Boss is a modern Japanese restaurant that offers an authentic and refined Izakaya-style dining experience. The menu features a variety of dishes that are cooked on an earthen konro grill over Binchō-tan, a type of high-quality charcoal that produces an unparalleled flavour and aroma. Located in Melbourne city's laneway, the restaurant is inspired by the traditional alleyways of Tokyo, also known as 'Yokocho', which are known for their casual and enjoyable atmosphere. Bincho Boss's menu uses seasonal and fresh ingredients to create dishes that celebrate the flavours, textures, and colours of Japanese cuisine. The restaurant also offers a curated cocktail and drinks menu, making it the perfect place to enjoy a night out with friends or family.
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9. Ishizuka
4.8
Exceptional(77)
$$$$
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 7 times today
Awarded two hats at the 2025 Good Food Guide Awards, Ishizuka is renowned for its contemporary interpretation of Kaiseki—an elevated and intricate culinary art form, practiced exclusively by Japan’s most expert culinary master Katsuji Yoshino. Each Kaiseki meal is a multi-course journey that celebrates the integrity of seasonal ingredients, with a balance of flavours and textures that are as artistically presented as they are meticulously crafted.Designed by esteemed architecture and design practice Russell & George, Ishizuka was awarded Restaurant of the Year at the 2019 Frame Awards in Amsterdam, International Winner in the Australia & Pacific Restaurant category at the prestigious Restaurant & Bar Design Awards in London, and Restaurant Design of the Year at the 2018 Eat Drink Design Awards in Melbourne.
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10. Onda Bar & Eatery | Richmond
4.7
Exceptional(48)
$$$$
• Latin American • Richmond
Booked 17 times today
ONDA Bar & Eatery | RichmondSitting on Bridge Road in Richmond, ONDA is a modern Latin restaurant and cocktail bar, and the only 100% coeliac-certified venue in the area. Every single dish on the menu is gluten-free. Not a separate section, not a modified version. All of it.The food is built for sharing. Small plates, big flavours, and a Feed Me menu that lets the kitchen think for you. The cocktails are the kind you order a second one of before you've finished the first. And the room has that rare energy where it feels buzzy and fun without making you raise your voice to have a conversation.It works for all of it, date nights, group dinners, birthdays, or just a Tuesday that deserves better than staying home.Bottomless Brunch runs weekly. Private events and functions are welcome.Book a table now! You'll already be planning your next visit by the time dessert arrives.

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