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Best Comfort Food Restaurants in South Melbourne

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A photo of Regale restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(20)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข Comfort Food โ€ข Carlton
Booked 5 times today
Hello, Carlton! Your new favorite Restaurant and Basement Bar is about to light up the neighborhood, just steps away from Melbourne CBD.With a focus on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, Regale's menu showcases a curated selection of innovative dishes, from indulgent small plates to signature mains that celebrate Asian flavors with a modern Australian flair.Downstairs, Bar Galer offers an inviting blend of contemporary elegance and casual sophistication, perfect for unwinding with friends or catching up over a few drinks.
A photo of Normandy Wine & Grill restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(104)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข French โ€ข Windsor
Booked 11 times today
Normandy, a cosy restaurant & wine bar, serving French food both traditional and modern. Steak frites plays a big part on the menu serving Cape grim beef with Bearnaise or bordelaise sauce.- TUESDAYS 1/2 Price Steak Frites (all cuts of 'The Grill')- WEDNESDAYS $35 French Classic Dish + Glass of Wine- BYO Tuesday - Thursday ($25 corkage pb)
A photo of Lulu's Social Space restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(17)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Comfort Food โ€ข Ascot Vale
Booked 2 times today
A great range of cocktails, beer, wine & mocktails.Delicious simple food with a fresh approach.Shared plates.๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Great family options.๐Ÿ”ฅCosy courtyard. ๐Ÿธ Cocktails๐Ÿ” Comfort Food๐ŸŒฑ Cosy undercover Courtyard๐Ÿ™Œ Private functions๐Ÿฅ‚ Great Wine List๐Ÿบ Beer on Tap๐Ÿถ Dog friendly dining๐Ÿ– Onsite smoker cooking ribs and tacos๐Ÿช‘ High Top dining in Parklet๐Ÿšƒ 57 Tram stop within 50m๐Ÿป Beer Garden๐Ÿ•ต๏ธ Private Events๐Ÿš— Streetside Footpath Dining๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Fresh & tasty Share platesโŒ Gluten Friendly options๐Ÿ™Œ Run by Ascot Vale locals for Ascot Vale locals
A photo of Donnini's restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(646)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข Italian โ€ข Carlton
Booked 12 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.
A photo of Bar Rosella restaurant
4.4
Awesome(92)
Price: Very Expensive
โ€ข Italian โ€ข Fitzroy
Booked 10 times today
An Italian restaurant and wine bar with a Puglian accent.Located in the heart of Fitzroy, in one of the most beautiful streets in the world: Gertrude Street.Serving Food, Wine and Stories ๐˜›๐˜ข๐˜ญ๐˜ฆ๐˜ด ๐˜ฐ๐˜ง ๐˜—๐˜ถ๐˜จ๐˜ญ๐˜ช๐˜ข, ๐˜›๐˜ข๐˜ด๐˜ต๐˜ฆ๐˜ด ๐˜ฐ๐˜ง ๐˜๐˜ฐ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ..
A photo of Rebello - A slice of Italy restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(13)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Italian โ€ข Albert Park
Booked 2 times today
Rebello, situated in Albert Park, offers a contemporary take on classic Italian cuisine. By combining traditional recipes with fresh local ingredients and global flavours, the restaurant delivers a unique and exciting dining experience. Catering to diverse tastes, Rebello's menu boasts both classic comfort food and innovative dishes. The restaurant's lively atmosphere makes it the perfect spot to enjoy delicious food and great company.
A photo of Loud Mouth restaurant
3.8
Excellent(7)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Cocktail Bar โ€ข St Kilda
With a rich history serving the good folk of St Kilda, our newly renovated two-floor space is now available for Sunday lunch, dinner, drinks, functions + events, a late night boogie at the weekends plus our newly released red hot two hour bottomless experience.Take a seat in our lower locals bar with its full wall opening windows and lick off with our daily happy hour serving $8 PINTS and $1 hot wings or journey on upstairs to our new dining space and enjoy a selection of steaks, burgers, bar snacks, St Louis style pizzas and more.To keep you entertained we have big game live sports plus a free pool table. Now with added bunny bar!
A photo of Melbourne Central Lion Hotel restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(129)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Pub โ€ข Melbourne CBD
Booked 5 times today
The Melbourne Central Lion, located on Level 3 in Melbourne Central, is an old English style pub.The Pub is all about great food and service, friendly Staff, excellent entertainment including some of Melbourneโ€™s best cover bands and DJs, TAB facilities and all the sporting events as they happen live on multiple plasma screens.
A photo of Cugini's Fitzroy restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข Italian โ€ข Fitzroy
Booked 1 time today
At Cuginiโ€™s, we bring you an authentic taste of Italian comfort food, influenced by the rich culinary traditions of Aeolian and Venetian regions. Our menu features signature dishes like Pasta Alla Norma and Pasta Pescatore, crafted with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. We pride ourselves on our wood-fired pizzas, including the classic Margherita with San Marzano tomatoes and creamy fior di latte, as well as hearty dishes like ossobucco and handmade agnolotti.Cuginiโ€™s offers a welcoming atmosphere for all, whether youโ€™re enjoying a casual meal with family or an evening with friends. Our cocktail menu, including refreshing spritzes, complements our dishes perfectly. Located in Fitzroy, Cuginiโ€™s is your go-to spot for traditional Italian meals, just like Nonna used to make.
A photo of Sleepy's cafe and wine bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(14)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข Chinese โ€ข Carlton North
Booked 2 times today
Good FoodGood CoffeeGood WineGood PeopleCafe by day, wine bar by night. Sleepys is your local caffeine dealer, funky wine sommelier, comfort food hotspot and third place. Come say hi at 787 Nicholson St, Carlton North.

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  • Neil
    Melbourne โ€ข1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Booked a table for two with my wife to have a quiet dinner and drink. Cal and his team did not disappoint. A nice little snack for dinner a couple of ice-cold bevvies on a Thursday evening was perfect. We have enjoyed this local gem since opening and it never lets us down, good, honest food, cold drinks, great atmosphere and exceptional service. Lulu's has very easily become our local and regular for an easy dinner out. If you have not had the good fortune to experience the hospitality of Cal and his team, do yourself a favor and make a booking. BTW, try the Mango Sour (as recommended last night by Cal) it certainly hit the spot :)
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    Lulu's Social SpacePrice: Moderateโ€ข Comfort Foodโ€ข Ascot Vale
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    4.8
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    Melbourne โ€ข4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 4 Mar 2025
    Amazing steaks and friendly service. Also an excellent wine list.
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    Normandy Wine & GrillPrice: Expensiveโ€ข Frenchโ€ข Windsor
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    4.7
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    Sydney โ€ข1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 28 Feb 2025
    This is the best Italian in Melbourne, heck, Australia! Non pretentious , Service is Group 1 The food is nothing short of of biblical. Epic foccacia Best Arancini Iโ€™ve ever had Spinach & ricotta tortelli is the stuff of gods. Panna cotta for dessert was nothing short of silk. Just do yourself a favour and go here.
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    Donnini'sPrice: Expensiveโ€ข Italianโ€ข Carlton
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    4.6
  • Colin
    Melbourne โ€ข1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 28 Feb 2025
    Service was outstanding. Had the de-gustation menu which was fantastic, as we didn't really have to think too hard and the food was complimentary, yet contrasting in its tastes, textures and presentation. Really enjoyed the ambience and as the venue filled up (we got in early at 6pm), the service continued to maintain excellent standards.
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    Bar RosellaPrice: Very Expensiveโ€ข Italianโ€ข Fitzroy
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    4.4
  • Kayla
    Melbourne โ€ข1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 21 Feb 2025
    The BBQ pork rib and matcha tiramisu are must-try!
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    RegalePrice: Expensiveโ€ข Comfort Foodโ€ข Carlton
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    4.7

Discover best comfort food restaurants in South Melbourne

Discover the heart and soul of comfort food in Melbourne's vibrant South Melbourne, Inner City South area. This neighborhood is renowned for its eclectic dining scene, where the warmth of comfort food meets the sophistication of urban culinary trends. Here, you'll find a host of restaurants that specialize in creating dishes that feel like a hug on a plate, with each location offering a unique twist on classic comfort food favorites. From hearty, homemade pastas that echo the rustic charm of Italy to rich, savory delights that cater to all your comfort cravings, the culinary offerings in this area are both diverse and deeply satisfying. Each restaurant prides itself on providing not only a meal but an experience, with atmospheres that are as inviting as the food. These eateries are perfect for anyone looking to indulge in traditional comfort dishes with a modern flair, all crafted by chefs who are passionate about bringing their culinary visions to life. Whether you're a local or a visitor, exploring South Melbourne's comfort food scene promises a delightful and delicious adventure.

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