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Melbourne

Laneways, coffee, and culinary creativity

Melbourne is Australia's undisputed food capital. Hidden laneway restaurants, world-famous coffee culture, and a fearlessly multicultural palate make every neighbourhood a culinary adventure.

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Flower Drum

Melbourne$$$$
5.0

Widely regarded as the gold standard for Cantonese fine dining in Melbourne, this institution has been a top choice for special occasions since 1975.

institution
fine dining
classic cantonese
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Attica

Ripponlea$$$$
5.0

Ben Shewry's internationally acclaimed restaurant, celebrated for a tasting menu built around native Australian ingredients and storytelling.

fine dining
tasting menu
native ingredients
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Navi

Yarraville$$$$
5.0

An intimate fine-dining experience praised for its imaginative tasting menu, which uses native Australian ingredients and European techniques.

fine dining
degustation
native ingredients
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Gimlet at Cavendish House

Melbourne$$$
5.0

A grand and sophisticated dining room from Andrew McConnell's group, celebrated for its European-inspired menu and classic cocktails in a majestic setting.

sophisticated
grand
cocktail bar
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Stokehouse

St Kilda$$$
4.5

A historic St Kilda beachfront institution known for its sustainable seafood focus, unparalleled bay views, and upscale-casual atmosphere.

beachfront
seafood
iconic
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Supernormal

Melbourne$$
4.5

An iconic Flinders Lane restaurant known for its exciting pan-Asian menu, vibrant atmosphere, and famous New England lobster rolls.

asian fusion
vibrant
iconic
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Tipo 00

Melbourne$$
4.5

A beloved city restaurant specializing in simple, yet meticulously assembled house-made pasta dishes that draw consistent crowds.

pasta
intimate
popular
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Zareh

Collingwood$$
4.5

An intimate neighbourhood eatery serving a carefully considered menu influenced by Armenian, Egyptian, and Lebanese roots.

intimate
middle eastern
neighbourhood gem
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France-Soir

South Yarra$$
4.5

A classic French bistro that has been a South Yarra institution for decades, known for its traditional fare and perpetually bustling energy.

classic french
institution
bistro