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A photo of Las Tapas restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(17)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • St Kilda
Booked 6 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 Suzie Q restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(102)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Windsor
Booked 41 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.
A photo of Attica restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(44)
Price: Very Expensive
• Australian • Ripponlea
Booked 16 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.
A photo of Funghi E Tartufo restaurant
4.4
Awesome(87)
Price: Moderate
• Vegan • Melbourne CBD
Booked 23 times today
Funghi e Tartufo' - Italian plant based restaurantWho ever said that to eat vegan and earth friendly food you need to renounce the delicacies of traditional Italian cuisine?Our Chef Alessandra D'Angelo moved to Australia from Sicily in 2009 and she has been working incessantly on vegetarian and vegan recipes since then.At Funghi e Tartufo, she have turned plant-based food into something so delicious that you won't desire anything else!In a converted 19th century warehouse in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Funghi e Tartufo – meaning Mushrooms and Truffle in honour of their signature dish – will offer you a unique experience leaving you breathless.The inspiration is traditional Italian and the vision is a modern and earth friendly way to marry deliciousness with plant based food.
A photo of Mount Erica Hotel restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1107)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Prahran
Booked 50 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.
A photo of Shelanous restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(102)
Price: Very Expensive
• Australian • Port Melbourne
Booked 8 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.
A photo of Windsor Wine Room restaurant
4.5
Awesome(62)
Price: Moderate
• Modern European • Windsor
Booked 24 times today
Nestled in the heart of Chapel Street, Windsor Wine Room is an intimate space to indulge in good food, exceptional wine and familiar company. Savour a curated selection of wines, carefully paired with smaller bites and larger dishes to share that showcase a modern European-accented menu.
A photo of Albert's Wine Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(189)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Armadale
Booked 12 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 Gilson restaurant
4.5
Awesome(709)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Yarra
Booked 69 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.
A photo of Hochi Mama CBD restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3178)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 103 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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  • Gill
    Melbourne •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had a fabulous meal at Suzie q celebrating a family birthday. The service was excellent and we loved the place. The stand out dishes were the shiitake mushroom dumplings and the aubergines. Thank you.
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    Suzie QPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Windsor
    4.6
  • Dianne
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    One of the best dining experiences I have ever had. The food was absolutely delicious and I love the lively atmosphere of the outside area in the laneway.
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    Funghi E TartufoPrice: Moderate• Vegan• Melbourne CBD
    4.4
  • Suzanne
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 21 Dec 2024
    If you enjoy the slightly unusual with an Aussie influence then this is the restaurant for you - we really enjoyed the food, it was an unforgettable night The only two downers that don’t relate to the food were 1. We didn’t have any dedicated waiting staff so didn’t get to develop any repartee / relationship which often enhances the night. The sommelier young man was the exception and therefore great … we had little conversations with him during the wine selection times …. He was great - having said that there was lots of serving staff 2. in the past we had heard (and was looking forward) to going into a real garden to show some of the produce used so quite disappointing to be lead to an enclosed box out the back either lots of little standing tables for guests
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    AtticaPrice: Very Expensive• Australian• Ripponlea
    4.9
  • FrancisVIP
    Melbourne •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 18 Dec 2024
    Always good Always consistent All staff are service driven Always choices Always priced correctly All hot food is hot All service is engaging Portion sizes are value for price charges
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    Mount Erica HotelPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Prahran
    4.7
  • 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
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