Best Date Night Restaurants in Albert Park

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AbbotsfordAlbert ParkArmadaleAshburtonBlack RockBrighton

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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279 restaurants available nearby

1. Atta Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(62)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Indian • Albert Park

Booked 13 times today

At Atta we offer you the finest cuisine drawn from all corners of India.From preparation to presentation we strive to ensure your experience represents the best India has to offer.We believe that food should not only please the palate but also the eyes hence we take the modern approach on traditional and endogenous Indian dishes from cooking to presentation.

2. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(549)

££££Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 43 times today

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.

3. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3263)

££££Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 137 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.

4. Pipis Kiosk

4.5

Awesome(461)

££££Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Albert Park

Booked 11 times today

Pipis Kiosk is a beachside bistro serving up a menu that champions Australian seafood and vegetables. Awarded one hat in The Age Good Food Guide since its opening in 2021, the restaurant is a quintessential Melbourne experience.Nestled on the ALBERT PARK foreshore its a great place for a special occasion, group event or simply a place to sit back and watch the boats sail past.

5. Donovans

4.8

Exceptional(1707)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • St Kilda

Booked 32 times today

Welcome to Donovans - our ‘house on the beach’ and home we love to share. Donovans is located on the St.Kilda beach front offering guests a memorable dining experience in Melbourne. With a bay side view, beautiful Mediterranean inspired food and the special relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant, Donovans is where you will feel at home.Donovans’ exciting menu has been developed our intimate knowledge of modern Mediterranean cooking. The menu is extensive with a modern mix of favourite dishes emphasising the best local produce. Donovans also offers an extensive wine list of Australian and imported wines and an eclectic mix of cocktails.

6. Vue de monde

4.9

Exceptional(1919)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 22 times today

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.

7. Lamaro's Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(924)

££££Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • South Melbourne

Booked 21 times today

"Truly a wonderful pub is Lamaro’s, run by experts that embrace hospitality." Tony Leonard, 3AW https://bit.ly/36XkQbdBroadsheet's Top 5 Gastropubs in Melbourne 2019 & 20203AW's Pub Of The Year 2019 Lamaro's Hotel is an iconic Gastro-pub located in leafy Cecil Street in South Melbourne.Let us take you on a gourmet journey with our creative modern Australian menu. Either dine in the opulent surrounds of our restaurant or relax in our old world bar.With a boutique extensive wine list and 12 craft beers on tap there is something to please every taste and palate.Private dining rooms available and functions welcome.A must visit venue for any food, wine and beer lovers.We're close to Albert Park Lake and just 100m stroll from Bridport Street light rail (Tram no. 96) and South Melbourne's bus

8. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1316)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 50 times today

Trattoria Emilia is a charming Italian restaurant in Melbourne CBD, renowned for its authentic flavors and exceptional service. Reviewers consistently praise the fantastic ambience, excellent food, and attentive service, describing it as a perfect spot for a romantic date or an intimate dinner. One reviewer even celebrated their wedding anniversary here, suggesting it's a place for special occasions. The restaurant's overall ratings are consistently high, with a focus on its great atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent food and service.

9. Mount Erica Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(1138)

££££Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Prahran

Booked 65 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.

10. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(730)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 75 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.

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Amanda
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We loved the food and ambiance at HoChi Mama with great service
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Vicki
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Such great value for money, we did the feed me menu for $49 per person. Food was amazing and portions were really good. Staff were welcoming and friendly. Would highly recommend
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Suzie QPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Windsor
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4.6
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Lorna
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Beautiful place, beautiful food and great service
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Pipis KioskPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Albert Park
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4.5
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Nikki
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Thank you to the team at Gilson for helping to make my bridesmaid proposal special! They were very attentive and the food was incredible as always!
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GilsonPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Yarra
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4.5
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Bec
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 Feb 2025
Absolutely beautiful. We love Indian food but this was next level. A very special way to spoil my husband for his birthday. There were 5 of us, they sat us at a round table, we could hear each other easily, even grandma could hear. Beautifully designed place, & service was excellent. We loved it!
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Atta RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Indian• Albert Park
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4.7

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