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1. Hochi Mama CBD
4.6
Exceptional(3247)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 93 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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2. Kiss & Tell
4.7
Exceptional(534)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 52 times today
Kiss & Tell is a special occasion spot in Melbourne, offering an elite experience that's perfect for dates or intimate gatherings. It's hailed as a 'romantic, classy, and warm' place with 'low light, vibrant tunes' and a 'divine banquet experience'. The 'immaculate service', 'amazing food' and 'fantastic ambiance' make it an ideal place for special events. As one reviewer put it, 'Fantastic setting inside, the banquet at $45pp choosing 5 dishes to share was great value and filled us up.'
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3. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD
4.4
Awesome(856)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 48 times today
Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which youwon’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience. We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.
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4. Il Solito Posto
4.8
Exceptional(1195)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 56 times today
One of Melbourne's most renowned Italian restaurants. Il Solito Posto is an institution. A real Melbourne Italian dining experience with a warm urban chic feel. Tantalise your taste buds with regional Italian dishes, prepared with the freshest seasonal produce and revel in the awarded wine list. This is Il Solito Posto ..... The usual place..
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5. Bodega Underground
4.5
Awesome(1545)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Melbourne CBD
Booked 28 times today
A restaurant smuggled from Mexico to Melbourne. Find Little Bourke Street’s late night mezcal bar and taqueria hidden underground in the China Town precinct, and open 7 days a week until late, including lunch Thursday - Sunday. Try a Tequila or Mezcal cocktail, or speak to our team about sipping some exciting Agave spirits instead. The $59 Feed Me banquet offers great value and a huge mix of traditional Mexican street food, plus some dishes with a twist. We also offer a $75 Bottomless Brunch on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays, with unlimited cocktails and 5 dishes; or a Pre-Theatre deal available every night of the week. We are located on the corner of Little Bourke and Crossley Street, Melbourne, with a moody bar and dining area perfect for both a quiet drink, or a larger celebration.
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6. Cecconi's Flinders Lane
4.8
Exceptional(1199)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 29 times today
"Everything you want from a sophisticated city Italian restaurant is right here: atmosphere, admirable service, a menu long enough to allow for real choice, an expansive drinks list, flattering lighting, carpets and tablecloths to ensure that sound levels are low enough for a proper conversation."Enjoy signature dishes - Seafood linguine, Veal Cotoletta and signature steaks from the JosperOne Hat – THE AGE GOOD FOOD GUIDE2006 - 2023
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7. Meatmaiden
4.6
Exceptional(1378)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD
Booked 57 times today
Meatmaiden is an underground steakhouse and cocktail bar delivering a unique take on the classics.Hidden in the basement of the historic Georges Building, we strive to find the finest grass-fed, grain-fed and Wagyu beef for our custom-built grill and wood-fired smoker and dry-age select cuts in our meat cabinet.Premium steaks from incredible local producers with an ever-evolving lineup, seafood dishes such as our cult lobster mac cheese and modern, diverse menus stand alongside innovative house cocktails and a focused, energetic wine list.Look for the Maiden's face on Little Collins St, descend the metal stairs and discover our dark, seductive venue and individual approach to dining out in this rollicking homage to all things meat.
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8. Askal
4.3
Awesome(132)
Price: Expensive
• Filipino • Melbourne CBD
Booked 13 times today
Askal is Melbourne’s newest contemporary Filipino restaurant and bar located on 167 Exhibition Street. Comprised of a dynamic team of culinary experts, Askal is a three-storey establishment sits in a historical building from the 1800s. The menu is a celebration of traditional Filipino flavours and techniques, showcasing bold and vibrant dishes inspired by ancestral recipes passed down through generations.
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9. The European
4.7
Exceptional(1304)
Price: Expensive
• European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 29 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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10. Shoya Melbourne
4.6
Exceptional(55)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 9 times today
Founded in 2003 by Chef Shigeo Nonaka, Shoya Nouvelle Wafu Cuisine proudly holds the title of Best Japanese Restaurant in Melbourne for 7 years in a row. We are a "One Hat Awarded" Japanese Fine Dinning Experience by the Age Good Food Guide.Our dishes are prepared with century-old Japanese techniques with contemporary western influence for the purest and delicate flavors and crafted with the highest quality ingredients sourced from Japan, locally, and globally, ensuring a unique culinary journey you cannot find else where. Choose from our offerings: Omakase Courses, à la Carte, and premium Special Lunch Sets, all accompanied by an extensive selection of traditional alcoholic Japanese drinks. Stay tuned for upcoming menu updates and events as we continue to elevate your dining experience.
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  • Michael
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Service good, food good. Will definitely go again!
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    Il Solito PostoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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    4.8
  • Sarah
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Went here for a galentines dinner with my friend and we were both blown away with how yummy the food was! Absolutely obsessed with the king fish sashimi and crispy duck wontons. We got the feed me menu which was very reasonably priced and the mains were a good size. Cocktails were superb. Overall such a great experience, the staff were super friendly and accommodating, the food came out quickly and my taste buds will never be the same. Highly recommend.
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    Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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    4.6
  • Courtney
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The value for the bottomless brunch was fantastic. It makes it very simple that you don’t have to even think about ordering. Service was prompt and attentive without being overbearing. Thanks for a great birthday celebration!
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    Bodega UndergroundPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Melbourne CBD
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    4.5
  • Rishabh
    Kent •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    A lovely place I can’t believe I’ve not been to before. The food is great, the wine selection is outstanding! The service is great! Highly recommend Definitely try the prawn rolls! And the chicken in signature sauce
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    Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBDPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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    4.4
  • Bob
    Melbourne •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Found Kiss and Tell by chance through Open Table. Was pleasantly surprised by the Restaurant. Location was great for all Theatre experiences, Parliament Station allowed a easy trip into the city. We had the Valentine Day Banquet and enjoyed every servings. Looking forward to returning again.
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    Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.7

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