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4.8
Exceptional(17)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • St Kilda
Booked 3 times today
From the streets of Spain, finally an authentic, unique tapas bar in the heart of St Kilda. A place to have fun and enjoy simple spanish delicacies from our market menu. Drop by for a little bite, lunch or dinner and savour a fine selection of beers and wines. Daily menu updates via twitter.
A photo of Pesto’s Ristorante Italiano restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • St Kilda
Booked 4 times today
A modern take on the authentic and classical Italian food experience paired with great service. Created with the best and the freshest ingredients, all our food is prepared in-house and served with utmost care and love. Although all of our dishes are to die, the ones that specifically are our trademark are our Beef Ragu Bolognese, Prawn & Pesto Linguine, Calamari.
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3.8
Excellent(4)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • St Kilda
At La Mia Cucina, translated as 'My Kitchen' in Italian, we extend an invitation to your senses, embarking on a culinary odyssey through the heart of Italy right here in St Kilda.Within our kitchen, we masterfully blend authenticity with innovation, ensuring every dish encapsulates the distinctive flavours of Italy’s diverse regions. Our wood-fired pizzas dance with the crackle of the oven, offering a symphony of tastes. Handcrafted pasta, tantalizing risottos, and timeless Italian classics grace our menu, promising an unforgettable journey for your taste buds.La Mia Cucina is more than a restaurant—it's a tribute to the art of Italian gastronomy. Each plate is a canvas, and every bite is a brushstroke, painting a portrait of tradition, passion, and culinary excellence.Come, join us in 'My Kitchen,' where every meal is a celebration of the love we pour into our craft, and every guest becomes a part of our culinary story.
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4.8
Exceptional(42)
Price: Very Expensive
• Australian • Ripponlea
Booked 6 times today
We’re an Australian restaurant, both in location and in spirit.We celebrate the incredible, unique ingredients found in this country and the many rich and varied culinary cultures it’s fostered – beginning thousands of years ago with the First Peoples who call this land home.The experience you’ll have at Attica is informed by all of this, as well as the values we pursue each day: excellence, kindness, creativity and, of course, fun.We believe in the unique, the unexpected and the surprising – and we love to meet new people.
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4.8
Exceptional(985)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Glen Iris
Booked 18 times today
Grazia is a classic, authentic and casual Italian restaurant with a modern twist.
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4.8
Exceptional(1264)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 6 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.
A photo of Officina Gastronomica Italiana restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(385)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Prahran
Booked 6 times today
Officina Gastronomica Italiana is the epitome of authentic Italian cuisine. Reviewers rave about the 'authentic Italian simplicity' and 'authentic Italian music softly in the background'. The 'authentic and sensible serving sizes' further enhance the authenticity of this eatery. The restaurant's primary focus on artisan pasta and espresso, complemented by a broad Italian wine list, solidifies its authenticity.
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4.7
Exceptional(93)
Price: Expensive
• French • Windsor
Booked 2 times today
Normandy, a cosy restaurant & wine bar, serving French food both traditional and modern. Steak frites plays a big part on the menu serving Cape grim beef with Bearnaise or bordelaise sauce.- TUESDAYS 1/2 Price Steak Frites (all cuts of 'The Grill')- WEDNESDAYS $35 French Classic Dish + Glass of Wine- BYO Tuesday - Thursday ($25 corkage pb)
A photo of Albert's Wine Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(187)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Armadale
Booked 3 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.
A photo of The Orrong Hotel restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(457)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Armadale
Booked 18 times today
Classic Australian Pub lovingly restored with a tasty traditional menu
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  • Alisha
    Brisbane •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This isn’t just a dinner out. It’s an experience for the senses and a memory to cherish for a lifetime. We will never forget how welcome and warm this dining environment was from its staff to its overall ambience. Special thanks to Sam, the best sommelier we have ever experienced and made us ever so thankful we did the wine pairing option. And thanks to Leigh, our waiter, who was just a delight and very helpful at every turn. Ben and his team have created a culinary experience that will knock your Aussie socks off and make you look at Native Australian cuisine in a whole new light. My husband said he will dream about that marron tonight. Thanks for our top dining experience so far! Alisha and Scott
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    AtticaPrice: Very Expensive• Australian• Ripponlea
    4.8
  • Cristina
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We enjoyed yet another outstanding and unforgettable dining experience at Grazia - as Always!! Every aspect was stand-out Wonderful and Delizioso!! In our group of 5 we typically share and delight in all of the entrees on the menu followed by our own well guarded mains (all stand-outs) then back to sharing all of the desserts on the menu amidst the fabulous cocktails and vinos . Infinite thankyous and compliments to wonderful Master Chef Joey and his team!! We always look forward to the beautiful ambience, exceptional food, fabulous wines and cocktails, meticulous attention to detail, delightful banter with Joey and his team who ensure consistent meticulous quality and unfaltering care in every dish - a "next level" authentic Italian experience very rarely seen elsewhere....Grazieeee Joey!!
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    Grazia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Glen Iris
    4.8
  • Joshua
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 11 Dec 2024
    Food was flavourful and the owner is incredibly friendly. Second time and the vibe and quality was the same. The cheese croquettes and pork ribs were melt in your mouth type of good and cooked to perfection.
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    Las TapasPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• St Kilda
    4.8
  • Michael
    Sydney •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 18 Sept 2024
    Great food, service and ambience. Been twice in the last two weeks and cannot fault. Chef is friendly and finds time to chat with customers. Stand outs so far are the carbonara, ragu, poly chips and calamari. Try Pestos, you will not be disappointed
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    Pesto’s Ristorante ItalianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• St Kilda
    4.7
  • Caroline
    China •1 review
    4.0
    Dined on 29 Aug 2024
    Pizzas were really nice and staff friendly. They use really cheap, tasteless olives which was disappointing. Otherwise a nice pizza place.
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    La Mia CucinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• St Kilda
    3.8
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