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1. Bodega Underground
4.4
Awesome(1507)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Melbourne CBD
Booked 39 times today
Bodega Underground is a Mexican taqueria in Melbourne that offers a Bottomless Brunch on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Reviewers rave about the excellent food and drinks, with one calling it the 'best bottomless brunch'. The brunch offers great value for money, with unlimited cocktails and 5 courses of food. The atmosphere is often described as cool and arty, with attentive and friendly service.
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2. Gilson
4.5
Awesome(692)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Yarra
Booked 64 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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3. Crossley St Cantina
4.6
Exceptional(436)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Melbourne CBD
Booked 7 times today
Crossley St Cantina is a late night laneway tapas restaurant and cocktail bar located at the top end of town. Grab an intimate booth, dine at the low serving bar top or get secluded with a large group of friends in the private dining room and feast upon modern Spanish cuisine for lunch and dinner, all while sipping on great wines, cocktails, gins, and fortifieds. Open for Dinner Tues-Sun from 5pm til lateOpen for Lunch Fri - Sun 12pm - 5pm (including Bottomless Brunch)
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4. Rice Queen Oriental Diner and Bar
4.6
Exceptional(157)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Fitzroy
Booked 12 times today
A fun packed kitsch Pan-Asian diner with DJ's and a private Karaoke room. Serving delicious food that encompasses the dynamic flavours of the region and the vibrant culture of Fitzroy.
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5. Abacus Bar & Kitchen
4.2
Awesome(36)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • South Yarra
Booked 21 times today
"Abacus bar & kitchen is a cafe concept that could and should be replicated and enjoyed all around the world.It has embraced the 'all day dining' model with a breakfast menu that transforms into snacks and evening dining making it an option for any mood or customer. It also has a fully licensed drinks list and al fresco seating to suit the late afternoon spritz while people watching as one of Melbourne's busiest strips passes you by.All of this inside one of Melbourne's best interior spaces, Abacus provides a casual dining experience to remember.The food is good and honest, it has broken out of the traditional mould for opening hours, the customer service is elevated, sustainability is deeply rooted in their ethos and it's a design-driven space that you want to be in. These business characteristics harmoniously work together and the success of them shows in the lines of people waiting for tables to enjoy a meal here."- future food
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6. Toddy Shop
4.7
Exceptional(14)
Price: Expensive
• South Indian • Fitzroy
Booked 13 times today
Toddy Shop Fitzroy offers a unique dining experience in the heart of Fitzroy, celebrating the vibrant flavors of Kerala, India. Our menu is is inspired by home-style traditional recipes, focusing on seasonal ingredients and fresh seafood, all paired with a curated selection of wines, craft beers, and unique cocktails. Enjoy our warm, welcoming ambiance perfect for a casual brunch, intimate dinner, or late-night gathering. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or simply looking for an extraordinary culinary adventure, Toddy Shop Fitzroy promises a memorable dining experience.
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7. The Breslin Bar & Grill
4.5
Awesome(629)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Southbank
Booked 48 times today
Based on the Left Bank in Melbourne's Southbank, overlooking the Yarra River, The Breslin Bar & Grill aims to be the best whole carcass based restaurant in the market. New York attitude and style combined with modern and classic technique, The Breslin Bar & Grill pays homage to the classic New York-style steakhouses, complete with a large wall-to-wall bar that proudly mixes up the classics.
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8. Ruby Dining
4.6
Exceptional(22)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to Ruby, a casual bar and dining experience with an Asian-inspired twist.Savor our signature Phoenix Wagyu Flat Iron, crafted with bold, modern flavors that bring excitement to every bite. Conveniently located in the heart of Melbourne, we’re the go-to spot for catching up with friends, kicking off your evening, or winding down after exploring the city. With a vibrant yet laid-back atmosphere, Ruby offers the perfect setting for unforgettable moments over great food and drinks.
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9. Kata Kita
4.7
Exceptional(272)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 3 times today
Kata Kita delivers a new layer of modern Indonesian dining, combining traditional recipes with luxe local ingredients and sophisticated flavours all designed to share with family and friends. Be prepared for flavour bombs of zesty lemongrass, tongue spiking chilli, homemade aromatic sambal underscored with zesty lemongrass, shrimp and sweet palm sugar, served tastily together on a plate!
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10. Au79
4.7
Exceptional(134)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Abbotsford
Booked 3 times today
AU79, a new contemporary space that has been transformed from a former mechanics warehouse into an exciting and impressive Melbourne cafe, sitting within the eclectic suburb of Abbotsford and incorporating a coffee roastery, cafe, bakery and patisserie, offering a unique event space and experience with fantastic food, drinks and atmosphere.
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