Melbourne CBD Restaurants

Updated on 05/01/2025

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V Wine Salon

Diners’ top pick

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$$$$Price: Expensive

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Wine Bar

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4.9

(148)

V Wine Salon is the epitome of the French wine bar experience.
Located in a beautiful heritage-listed building in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, cosy seats, high ceilings and modern decor reminiscent of Paris-by-night are paired with friendly, knowledgeable and professional service.
Co-founder and director Vianney Establet was born in prime Bordeaux terroir with wine in his veins, coming from a family of winemakers going back five generations, and honed his craft as a sommelier for over a decade in some of the finest restaurants and private members clubs around the world.
We pride ourselves on our eclectic boutique wine list (awarded two glasses by Australia's Wine List of the Year Awards), craft beers, cocktails and an impressive selection of gourmet cheeses and other French nibbles (see menu) making V the perfect venue for catching up with friends, dates, and after-work drinks. Wine to take home is also available from our retail boutique.
Book now for a fantastic experience!

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Vue de monde

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

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Modern Australian

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4.9

(1,861)

Vue de monde is a testament to the belief that dining can be a wondrous and unforgettable experience. The ever-changing chef’s menu pays homage to classical fine dining in a modern context by exploring the beauty of native Australian ingredients. While in the past the menu looked to Europe for inspiration, Executive Chef Hugh Allen continues to celebrate the unparalleled quality of home-grown produce with thoughtfully considered dishes committed to seasonality and locality.
Vue de monde has been synonymous with Melbourne dining for almost 20 years, continuing to present an exciting and dynamic experience with a progression of flavours and sense of curiosity. The whimsical spirit at the heart of the Vue de monde menu has not been lost throughout the years, with the lighter-handed and more natural approach to cooking being no less infused with theatre.

Treviso Bar & Dining

$$$$Price: Moderate

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Italian

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4.8

(407)

Housed within an old Bank in Melbourne's financial district, we are a big, classic, semi-underground Wine Store, Bar, Restaurant & Function Space specialising in northern Italian food. We have a weekly specials menu that is constantly on the move and could feature anything from Hand Made Giant Ravioli to Tea Smoked Roast Duck. Some a la carte menu highlights include the Treviso pizza, which pairs tiger prawns with smoky bacon & chilli, and the Linguine with Fresh Crab. And to drink? Owner & Wine Expert James is the Sommelier for Jetstar's Star Class Cabin so you know you're in safe hands.

Il Solito Posto

Top-rated food

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$$$$Price: Expensive

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Italian

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4.8

(1,156)

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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Scugnizzo

$$$$Price: Moderate

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Italian

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4.8

(16)

Serving fresh italian meals since 2010, Scugnizzo Ristorante is the perfect place to go when you are craving traditional Italian. Born and raised in Naples, Italy, Head Chef Carmine puts together Italian dishes made with freshly made pasta and rich Italian flavours.
Serving authentic Italian meals since 2010, Scugnizzo Ristorante is the perfect place to go when you are craving traditional Italian. Born and raised in Naples, Italy, Head Chef Carmine puts together traditional Italian dishes made with fresh house made pasta & rich Italian flavours.

The Moat

$$$$Price: Expensive

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Italian

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4.8

(316)

Enjoy an Italian escape at The Moat, an intimate haven in the heart of Melbourne.
Set in the basement of the State Library.
Our new menu reflects the Italian heritage of our two owners, Paul and Rosie, and of our head chef Monica. Together, they have created authentic dishes that are hand-made with seasonal local produce, simplicity and love.
Our family welcomes yours to join us.

French Saloon

Top-rated hospitality

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$$$$Price: Expensive

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French

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4.8

(354)

Climb the narrow flight of stairs up from the red brick lane to enter the saloon. A table in the bustling dining room? Or a seat at the fluted zinc bar? Whether it’s a lunch, dinner or well crafted cocktails with a snack, bookings are essential.

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Bali Hai

$$$$Price: Expensive

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Thai

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4.8

(16)

Sawasdee Ka 🌸 Welcome to Bali Hai, where Melbourne meets Pattaya! Thai-Fusion flavours in the Melbourne CBD.
Nestled in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Bali Hai brings together the vibrant flavours of Thailand and the sophistication of Melbourne’s dining scene. Our passion for authentic Thai cuisine has created a unique fusion experience that will tantalize your taste buds.
Inspired by the bustling streets of Bangkok and the serene beaches of Pattaya, our menu features a diverse range of traditional Thai dishes, each infused with a modern twist. From fiery curries and fragrant stir-fries to delicate noodle dishes and flavourful appetizers, our menu satisfies every palate.

No.100 Flinders Lane

$$$$Price: Expensive

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Lebanese

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4.7

(111)

Located on the iconic Flinders Lane, No.100 is a wine bar offering a modern Lebanese dining experience.

Kiss & Tell

Great vibe

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$$$$Price: Expensive

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Asian

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4.7

(501)

Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.
Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.

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Trattoria Emilia

$$$$Price: Expensive

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Italian

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4.8

(1,267)

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.

Cecconi's Flinders Lane

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

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Italian

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4.8

(1,187)

"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 Josper
One Hat – THE AGE GOOD FOOD GUIDE
2006 - 2023

Thong Thai

Great budget-friendly spot

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$$$$Price: Moderate

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Thai

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4.6

(22)

Be captivated by the aromatic flavors and watch the chefs showcase their expertise on a big pan, where passersby can witness the creation of their famous crispy mussel pancake. The sizzle and crackle of the dish will leave you craving for more.
Thai restaurant nestled in vibrant Thai Town on Bourke Street's west end, specializing in the art of sizzling Thai cuisine.

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Ginger Olive | Restaurant and Grill

$$$$Price: Expensive

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Fusion / Eclectic

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4.7

(99)

A TASTE TO REMEMBER
A redefined Casual dining spot in an elegant premium ambiance offering contemporary Australian Fusion and Multi-Cuisine and specializing in BBQ, ribs, steaks and grills with a relaxed, friendly and welcoming environment that promises an amazing and memorable dining experience, value for money accompanied with uncompromising bespoke warm service. Ginger Olive Restaurant and Grill is in the heart of Melbourne Central Business District, located in iconic Flinders Lane Dining District.
Ginger Olive has been awarded Travelers Choice by TripAdvisor. The award celebrates businesses that have received great traveler reviews from around the globe on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months. Restaurant Guru recommends Ginger Olive as Best BBQ Restaurant in Melbourne.

Denmark House

$$$$Price: Expensive

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Danish

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4.7

(105)

Denmark House is a small piece of Denmark in the middle of Melbourne CBD. Offering the best of Denmark: wonderful Danish food, served in beautiful Danish design in a enjoyable atmosphere of Danish music and “hygge”, which translates as ‘coziness’.
The New Nordic cuisine is one of the leading gastronomic experiences in the world. Denmark House is part of this Nordic food
revolution and the restaurant and bar will provide you with a traditional yet modern Danish experience.
For lunch we offer 20 different kinds of “smørrebrød” – the traditional Danish open sandwich. You can choose your own selection or go for the tasting platter, a healthy lunch option when you fancy something different.
In the evening we serve a contemporary menu inspired by New Nordic cuisine with an emphasis on comfort foods so guests sample true Danish ‘hygge’ when dining at Denmark House.