Best Lunch Restaurants in Carlton

365 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Johnny's Green Room restaurant

1. Johnny's Green Room

4.2

Awesome(91)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 29 times today

Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.

A photo of The Carlton Wine Room restaurant

2. The Carlton Wine Room

4.8

Exceptional(816)

Price: Expensive

• European • Carlton

Booked 32 times today

Carlton Wine Room is a neighbourhood restaurant offering a well-executed, fresh, seasonal food menu, and an ever changing, diverse wine list featuring the best of Italy, Australia and the rest of the World. We offer a bar space, an upstairs restaurant dining room and three unique spaces that are can be booked for private dining perfect for special events.RESERVATIONS: are for a two hour sitting. We do not accept bookings for drinks and snacks, however we accept walk-ins for this if space permits. A surcharge of up to 1.2% applies to credit card transactions. A surcharge of 10% applies on Sundays and 15% on Public Holidays. OUTSIDE SEATING: please note this is subject to the weather and we may not be able to move your reservation inside in the case of bad weather. CANCELLATION: A $50 per person no show fee is charged for failing to attend your reservation. Contact us on 9347 2626 to make changes or cancel your reservation.

3. Bistra

4.9

Exceptional(106)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Carlton

Booked 13 times today

Bistra is an Australian bistro serving quality food and wine; our fare draws its influence predominantly from British, French and Italian cooking and technique, and yet it is quintessentially Australian. You can expect generous, memorable plates championing seasonal ingredients and an extensive list of wines.

4. Lagoon Dining

4.8

Exceptional(527)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Carlton

Booked 15 times today

Lagoon Dining is a restaurant and bar dishing up food that leans heavily on Chinese culinary traditions. It is an expression of food we love to eat and to cook, dished up heartily alongside booze we like to swill - a place for friends and fun.

5. Donnini's

4.6

Exceptional(634)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 9 times today

Donnini's is a generational Italian eatery with a sincere focus on handmade pasta, real food, generous hospitality & well sourced wines.Family owned and operated DONNINI'S relaxed atmosphere and honest approach to traditional cooking provides the perfect environment for family get-togethers, intimate dinners and business lunches alike.

6. Cafe Cavallino

4.7

Exceptional(126)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 10 times today

Gino Francese opened his first restaurant in 1971 in Melbourne, Australia. The restaurant was an instant success because of its authentic Italian Pizza, Pasta, Seafood, Steak and friendly service. Cafe Cavallino is owned by Gino Francese. Cafe Cavallino will continue serving the same traditional Italian style cuisine that has been done so by the Francese family for the past 43 years. Cafe Cavallino provides one of the largest alfresco seating areas in Melbourne, to give you the true dining experience and atmosphere of Lygon Street. The Cafe Cavallino mission is to continue serving you with the freshest food within the cleanest environment. Gino Francese has built an excellent reputation for his traditional Italian homestyle cuisine and friendly atmosphere that stands strong today.

7. Copperwood

4.7

Exceptional(72)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 2 times today

A carefully selected menu of traditional and popular Authentic Italian Mediterranean dishes presented with flair and energy.Copperwood’s lively atmosphere creates and attracts a lively crowd of patrons looking for a great menu, excellent decor and friendly service.The amazing Location of Lygon St is in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, enjoys a fantastic lunchtime and night life that’s got it all. Copperwood has contributed to this since 1956.

A photo of Criniti's - Carlton restaurant

8. Criniti's - Carlton

4.2

Awesome(16)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 1 time today

Carlton is a vibrant suburb located in the heart of Melbourne, known for its robust cultural heritage and diverse population. Criniti's is the perfect spot for an unforgettable meal, offering the best-woodfired pizzas, ribs, pasta, seafood and more. Our menu fuses traditional Southern Italian cuisine with contemporary Australian dishes to provide an array of mouth-watering flavours. Whether you're searching for a quick bite or a leisurely dinner, Criniti's has something to suit everyone. We also offer classic 1mts, 2mts and 3mts pizzas that will tantalize your taste buds. Visit us in Carlton and experience truly delicious Italian food!

9. carli.melbourne

4.4

Awesome(19)

Price: Moderate

• Café • Carlton

Just off Elgin Street, Carlton's greatest hidden gem.A light and airy, fun atmosphere, the best place for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Bookings are recommended for larger groups, or for peak times, although walk ins are available also.Kitchen open until 2:30pm everyday, with coffee & drinks until 3pm.

10. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3187)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 101 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.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

S
Simon
Sydney •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Another great meal well overall experience at Bistra! It really is a pleasure to be served by someone that know what they are doing and there menu! There are some things I can't go past like the pate and the scallops. Even for a more casual Thursday dinner (i.e. not drinking bottles of wine) the tight selection of wine by the glass covered all bases. Shout out to the lamb rump... so delicious and something that I wouldn't normally order but I am glad we did! Oh also the martini was stellar... but it was still a quiet Thursday dinner!
More info
BistraPrice: Expensive• Australian• Carlton
•
4.9
G
Gabrielle
Melbourne •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fabulous. Fabulous. Fabulous! Stylish decor, food and quality all the way. A wonderful experience. Oh and ps, the Marguerita cocktail is super delish and the city views … ahhh
More info
Johnny's Green RoomPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carlton
•
4.2
TM
TedMcDonnell
Canberra •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Really first class foo, an incredible selection of wines (as you'd expect) and the best service.
More info
The Carlton Wine RoomPrice: Expensive• European• Carlton
•
4.8
J
James
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
When you arrive , you are greeted by friendly staff . You will find it hard to find an issue with the meals . They are absolutely delicious . My mission is to try everything on the menu , because I can't go through life and not enjoy it . Thank you Ricardo for taking care of our wonderful experience
More info
Donnini'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carlton
•
4.6
JG
JacekG
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 Dec 2024
Great food from passionate people. Well balanced flavours, great value for money.
More info
Lagoon DiningPrice: Expensive• Asian• Carlton
•
4.8

Best Lunch Restaurants in Carlton

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Areas

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Accessibility

365 restaurants available nearby

1. Johnny's Green Room

2. The Carlton Wine Room

3. Bistra

4. Lagoon Dining

5. Donnini's

6. Cafe Cavallino

7. Copperwood

8. Criniti's - Carlton

9. carli.melbourne

10. Hochi Mama CBD

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable