Best Lunch Restaurants in Hawthorn East

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1. Paradiso Bar and Grill

4.5

Awesome(98)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Hawthorn

Booked 5 times today

Cafe Paradiso is a predominantly Italian restaurant/ cafe with Mediterranean options. With artisan pizzas, pasta and wide variety of sharing meals, a BEER GARDEN and CAFE settings; and the new addition: our CAR PARK BAR; Cafe Paradiso combines good atmosphere with any style of dining experiences and drinks served by our warm staff.Located opposite the beautiful Rivoli Cinemas, Cafe Paradiso provides quick and warm service to cater movie goers. Cocktails and drinks with selection of sharing dishes, makes it a perfect stop off before a movie.We look forward to serving you!

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2. Overture Cafe & Restaurant

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Price: Moderate

• Asian • Hawthorn East

Welcome to Overture Cafe and Restaurant, where culinary innovation meets the vibrant essence of Asian-fusion cuisine. Located in the heart of Camberwell Junction, Overture is your go-to destination for a dining experience that promises to transport you to culinary bliss. Open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week, and for dinner on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, we offer a wide array of flavors that range from savory to sensational.Discover the flavors of Asia with a modern twist at Overture Cafe and Restaurant. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or settling in for a leisurely meal, we are here to make your dining experience exceptional. Join us in the heart of Camberwell Junction for a taste of culinary bliss.Come and experience the culinary symphony that is Overture Cafe and Restaurant. We look forward to serving you!

3. Mount Erica Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(1108)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Prahran

Booked 54 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.

4. Grazia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(988)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Glen Iris

Booked 43 times today

Grazia is a classic, authentic and casual Italian restaurant with a modern twist.

5. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3182)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 108 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.

6. Rococo Hawthorn

4.6

Exceptional(1181)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hawthorn

Booked 27 times today

Rococo provides the freshest of ingredients, delivering guests high quality foods with many options available from such a large menu. The la carte menu is offered throughout the whole week and a lunch special from Monday to Friday. Consisting of, Italian traditional dishes that make this restaurant a haven for delicious classics. Located only moments away from Glenferrie Road’s shopping district, the classy suburb of Hawthorn is well suited to Rococo. Understandably from the packed crowds, they cater for a variety of individuals and even large quantities of guests. Rococo has generous spaces both indoor with candle lit lights for that friendly setting and outdoors for those lovely summer nights. Rococo is accessible by transport such as the number 16 tram, and parking on Glenferrie road and other side street options in the area. If it’s a business meeting with colleagues or a last minute catch up with some friends, Rococo is the perfect choice.

7. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(709)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 59 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.

8. Suzie Q

4.6

Exceptional(102)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Windsor

Booked 31 times today

Suzie Q was unapologetically rebellious, alluring and ahead of her time. Bathed in the red glow of oriental charm, her underground chinese restaurant was a well-kept secret by those in the know during the 80’s in downtown San Francisco; a hidden gem drawing people in from across the city with her timeless dishes and unforgettable ambiance. Suzie Q embodies the indulgence of this rich legacy, re-imagined through a modern lens and coupled with retro oriental charm, classic chinese fare and contemporary cocktails.

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9. Hochi Mama Richmond

4.6

Exceptional(1143)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Richmond

Booked 57 times today

After being the ‘life-of-the-party’ in downtown CBD for the last six years, Mama’s ready to kick-start another exciting new venture in the wild, wild East! And where better for this Tiger Mama to roar than the vibrant South-East Asian hub of flavour and culture that is Swan Street, Richmond! Mama's second-coming will be servin' you Eastside excellence! – but this sequel is just as good as the original! We’re beyond ecstatic to share this new space with the public and bring the Richmond tiger cubs some of Mama’s lovin’! The trademark of Mama’s dining experience is the ‘Feed Me Now’ offering! Patrons can bask in all the zingy and fiery flavours in Mama’s repertoire – indulging in a selection of our drool-worthy smaller, larger, and sides dishes – for an affordable spend per diner at $44.50 each!

10. The European

4.7

Exceptional(1286)

Price: Expensive

• European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 15 times today

Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner, The European offers a welcoming ambience with warm, generous and knowledgeable hospitality - a beacon of Melbourne dining at its finest. Located on Spring Street near the Princess Theatre, we offer classic bistro fare with substance and character to perfectly complement our extensive collection of wines, old and new world, available to enjoy with your meal. We also welcome you on a walk-in basis next door at The City Wine Shop any day of the week, where you may simply pop in for a seat at the bar or grab a spot outside overlooking Parliament House. We take the best seasonal produce available, cooking simple, classic foods. Nose-to-tail offal dishes are centred within our menu, utilising every part of the animal products in our kitchen. Drawing on our own in-house butcher and farmhouse cheeses matured by our friends at Spring Street Cheese Cellar, there is always something new to try on the menu at The European and City Wine Shop.

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Drew
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always exceptional service by the floor staff and wonderful food.
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Mount Erica HotelPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Prahran
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4.7
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Sarah
Las Vegas •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a fabulous experience at Hochi Mama! Waiter was so attentive and helpful and the food was absolutely outstanding. High energy ambiance and overall a fantastic night out. Thanks so much Hochi Mama 😊
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Judy
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Cafe paradiso is a local favourite - always good food and service.
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Paradiso Bar and GrillPrice: Expensive• Italian• Hawthorn
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4.5
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Reg
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Dec 2024
We've dined here with friends and family on 4 occasions in 2024 and without fail the service is friendly and efficient. Grazia is our preferred local dining venue. Congratulations to all involved. You are getting it right every time .
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Grazia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Glen Iris
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4.8

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390 restaurants available nearby

1. Paradiso Bar and Grill

2. Overture Cafe & Restaurant

3. Mount Erica Hotel

4. Grazia Restaurant

5. Hochi Mama CBD

6. Rococo Hawthorn

7. Gilson

8. Suzie Q

9. Hochi Mama Richmond

10. The European

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