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1. Pier Port Melbourne
4.6
Exceptional(46)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Port Melbourne
Booked 5 times today
The Pier is a restaurant, bar & function venue located on the edge of Bay St Port Melbourne. It's a destination, with its prime location overlooking the palm-lined foreshore and just a stone's throw away from the beach. The Pier offers a unique dining experience, whether you're craving fresh seasonal dishes or looking to unwind with a drink. Our restaurant, bar, and function venue cater to all tastes. Indulge in the flavours of the season while soaking in the coastal ambiance at The Pier.
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2. Gilson
4.5
Awesome(726)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Yarra
Booked 62 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. Askal
4.3
Awesome(131)
Price: Expensive
• Filipino • Melbourne CBD
Booked 11 times today
Askal is Melbourne’s newest contemporary Filipino restaurant and bar located on 167 Exhibition Street. Comprised of a dynamic team of culinary experts, Askal is a three-storey establishment sits in a historical building from the 1800s. The menu is a celebration of traditional Filipino flavours and techniques, showcasing bold and vibrant dishes inspired by ancestral recipes passed down through generations.
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4. The European
4.7
Exceptional(1304)
Price: Expensive
• European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 32 times today
Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner, The European offers a welcoming ambience with warm, generous and knowledgeable hospitality - a beacon of Melbourne dining at its finest. Located on Spring Street near the Princess Theatre, we offer classic bistro fare with substance and character to perfectly complement our extensive collection of wines, old and new world, available to enjoy with your meal. We also welcome you on a walk-in basis next door at The City Wine Shop any day of the week, where you may simply pop in for a seat at the bar or grab a spot outside overlooking Parliament House. We take the best seasonal produce available, cooking simple, classic foods. Nose-to-tail offal dishes are centred within our menu, utilising every part of the animal products in our kitchen. Drawing on our own in-house butcher and farmhouse cheeses matured by our friends at Spring Street Cheese Cellar, there is always something new to try on the menu at The European and City Wine Shop.
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5. Waterfront Southgate
4.5
Awesome(1634)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Southbank
Booked 41 times today
Melbourne’s most iconic seafood bar and grill.A true Melbourne experience with expansive views of the Yarra river and mesmerizing city lights.Take in the stunning Melbourne sky line whilst enjoying our finest seafood and oysters expertly sourced directly from some of Australia’s best producers.We are dedicated to the “sea to plate”, with daily visits to the market, selecting the very best oysters, pristine shellfish and the freshest local seafood. Our “paddock to table” philosophy ensures we only source the highest quality of meats, bred from local Victorian farmers.With over 100 years in hospitality, the Zampelis family welcomes you to enjoy a unique dining experience.
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6. Trattoria Emilia
4.8
Exceptional(1300)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 40 times today
Trattoria Emilia is an authentic Italian restaurant focusing on seasonal produce and fresh pasta. Head chefs Francesco Rota and Luca Flammia hail from Modena in Emilia Romagna.At Trattoria Emilia we seasonally change the menu and source a large majority of our produce from regional Victoria, our meat is organic and sustainably grown in Tasmania and Victoria and we import some of the best Italian DOC products. Some dishes that are not to be missed are our Tortelloni Emiliani and the crowd favourite salumi misti with gnocco fritto and tigelle served with mortadella mousse.Rustic, yet refined, Trattoria Emilia boasts fantastic ambience, attentive and professional service whilst all the while remaining a great casual dining spot perfect for a quick lunch, a long relaxing dinner with friends and has always been a romantic date spot.
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7. Pure South Dining
4.5
Awesome(61)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Southbank
Booked 9 times today
Pure South Dining is founded on philosophy of Ethical, Sustainable and Provenance driven produce, championing Tasmanian farmers, fishermen and small producers. The best in season produce is flown from the islands of King, Flinders & Tasmanian directly to our Southbank kitchen. Pure South Dining offers our guests two dining options to suite any occasion. The ground floor Pure South Kitchen is our casual riverside bistro offering classics from morning till late. Enjoy our Tassie produce without the fuss, while you look out to the Southbank promenade, sipping cocktails with friends. Ascend the stairs to the Pure South Dining Room, for a modern fine dining experience, with stunning views of the Yarra River & Melbourne's skyline. Dine a la carte, or embark on a culinary journey with our six-course tasting menu. Our in house sommelier is on hand to guide you through our extensive wine list, with over 400 bottles highlighting Tassie Chardonnay & Pinot Noir.
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8. Lona Misa
4.6
Exceptional(827)
Price: Expensive
• Vegetarian / Vegan • South Yarra
Booked 29 times today
A collaboration with renowned Melbourne chefs Shannon Martinez (Smith & Daughters, Smith & Daughters Deli) and Ian Curley (French Saloon, Kirk’s Wine Bar), Lona Misa is a rebellious renaissance from root to stem, sustainably crafted to be seasonal, full of flavour, and memorable. The result? "A deliciously lively eatery that provides the ideal setting for coming together and taking part in the simple act of enjoying good food that is kind to the planet" (TimeOut). Awarded One Hat by the prestigious Good Food Guide 2023, Lona Misa’s Latin fare and bistro dining collide against the norms of the classical medley you know of vegan and vegetarian dining. Think of dishes like Brazilian steafood stew Moqueca, roasted padron & manchego croquetas, or pastor mushrooms grilled over charcoals on Josper with corn puree, fermented pineapple & chilli.
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9. La Camera Southgate
4.6
Exceptional(157)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Southbank
Booked 11 times today
Nestled amongst riverside treetops on Southgate’s mid level, La Camera boasts two balconies with stunning views over The Yarra River and iconic Flinders Street Station. The interior is adorned with vintage black-and-white photographs depicting the history of the family that has owned and operated the restaurant since it opened in 2000. La Camera Southgate offers an array of authentic Italian dishes including unique Roman-style pizzas, authentic Pappardelle Ox Cheek from Trastevere-Rome and by far the most delectable Tiramisu in town. The emphasis is on quality ingredients, and fresh seasonal produce.
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10. Punch Lane Wine Bar & Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(637)
Price: Expensive
• European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 8 times today
A MELBOURNE INSTITUTIONEstablished in 1995, Punch Lane is a Melbourne dining icon and a pioneer amongst its laneway counterparts.Punch Lane is a cosy and inclusive Wine Bar and restaurant, which prides itself on serving delicious food from a seasonal menu, mouth-watering cheeses from an eclectic selection, matched with exceptional wine and service.Our kitchen team, headed up by Nuno Gabriel, have created a seasonal menu showcasing local produce. We are currently offering a 2 hour dinner sitting for all early reservations prior to 7pm in our dining space with drinks and bar snacks available from 3pm - 5pm Tuesday to Sunday. Dinner service commences at 5pm Tuesday - Sunday. Lunch from 12pm - 3pm, Tuesday - Friday.Please note Sunday surcharge of 10% and Public holiday surcharge of 15%

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  • Greg
    Melbourne •6 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Very enjoyable evening Good food Good value Gggggg
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    The EuropeanPrice: Expensive• European• Melbourne CBD
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    4.7
  • JANE
    Melbourne •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Brillant! Easy to book. Great atmosphere fantastic food and coffee. Staff friendly and efficient
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    GilsonPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Yarra
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    4.5
  • Lawrence
    Melbourne •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    In the last-minute rush to book a restaurant on Valentine's Day, Open Table saved the day and we managed to book a table for two at The Pier. The interior is tastefully designed and surprisingly quiet, allowing conversation without having to raise your voice. The menu should satisfy most diners, with dietary preferences catered for. We started with the burrata fresh citrus, pickled fennel jam & fig leaf oil which was delicious and augured well for the meal to come. We accompanied the buratta with the optional wood-fired bred, and I recommend you do too. Our main courses were the Summer Risotto and the Fish of the day (salmon on our visit); both wonderful. Popular choices at neighbouring tables included the Portarlington chilli mussels and the Wagyu bolognese. Political correctness precluded me from tasting what was on my neighbours' plates, but they seemed to enjoy their choices. We ended the meal with chocolate pudding, served with ice cream and macadamia. Another highlight was the friendly, efficient and unobtrusive service. Highly recommended.
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    Pier Port MelbournePrice: Expensive• Bistro• Port Melbourne
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    4.6
  • Kim
    Brighton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great setting Pieter the waiter gave exceptional service. Will be back soon.
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    Waterfront SouthgatePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Southbank
    •
    4.5
  • Nestor
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Delicious food, unique cocktails, perfect ambiance, fine-dining service, friendly staff, could not fault any of our dining experience. Not the kind of food you get from most fusion restaurants. The perfect place to enjoy good food, good drinks, good friends!
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    AskalPrice: Expensive• Filipino• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.3

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