Best Fun Restaurants in Port Melbourne

290 restaurants available nearby

1. Shelanous

5.0

Exceptional(98)

Price: Very Expensive

• Australian • Port Melbourne

Booked 3 times today

Born from a Melbourne sunset, our pop-up restaurant, Shelanous, evolved into a multi-sensory journey, blending Melbourne’s seasons into each dish. As we transitioned to “Shelanous”, we retained the essence of sharing, embodied in “nous,” meaning “our” or “us” in Hebrew and French.

2. The Graham Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(814)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Port Melbourne

Booked 2 times today

The Graham Hotel is an iconic gastropub in the heart of Port Melbourne.Serving over 2 levels featuring an opulent dining room with a stunning Atrium attached, Outdoor Dining Area, casual front bar and multiple Private Function Spaces available. Serving Modern Australian fare and Pub Favourites, Cocktails, Extensive Wine List, Boutique & Tap Beer.

3. Funghi E Tartufo

4.4

Awesome(81)

Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Melbourne CBD

Booked 16 times today

Funghi e Tartufo' - Italian plant based restaurantWho ever said that to eat vegan and earth friendly food you need to renounce the delicacies of traditional Italian cuisine?Our Chef Alessandra D'Angelo moved to Australia from Sicily in 2009 and she has been working incessantly on vegetarian and vegan recipes since then.At Funghi e Tartufo, she have turned plant-based food into something so delicious that you won't desire anything else!In a converted 19th century warehouse in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Funghi e Tartufo – meaning Mushrooms and Truffle in honour of their signature dish – will offer you a unique experience leaving you breathless.The inspiration is traditional Italian and the vision is a modern and earth friendly way to marry deliciousness with plant based food.

4. Suzie Q

4.6

Exceptional(96)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Windsor

Booked 6 times today

Suzie Q was unapologetically rebellious, alluring and ahead of her time. Bathed in the red glow of oriental charm, her underground chinese restaurant was a well-kept secret by those in the know during the 80’s in downtown San Francisco; a hidden gem drawing people in from across the city with her timeless dishes and unforgettable ambiance. Suzie Q embodies the indulgence of this rich legacy, re-imagined through a modern lens and coupled with retro oriental charm, classic chinese fare and contemporary cocktails.

5. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3166)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 39 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.

6. Serai Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(603)

Price: Very Expensive

• Filipino • Melbourne CBD

Booked 3 times today

When Ross Magnaye and Shane Stafford started Serai, their vision was to create a restaurant that would fit perfectly in the heart of the Philippines. To replicate the spirit, vitality, passion and sense of fun, they knew Serai would become a home from home for our diners.At our restaurant, right in the heart of Melbourne, you can watch the chefs prepare and fresh food daily in our open kitchen at the chef’s omakase table or relax in the restaurant and bar with a glass of our hand picked, vin naturel selections or signature cocktails.

7. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(701)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 20 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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8. Golden Fleece Hotel

4.2

Awesome(166)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • South Melbourne

Booked 3 times today

Heritage pub turned Greek Islands-inspired paradise, Golden Fleece Hotel has brought Santorini to South Melbourne. Entering off Montague Street, you’ll find curvaceous, stone-look tables, booths and an adjoining bottle shop where the walls are lined with vino you can take away! Make your way up the colourful mosaic-tiled stairwell you'll find a place to enjoy more cocktails after dining down stairs and nooks to sit back and relax, as well as a pool table and our DJ's on the weekend to keep the party forever going. Our Walk-ins only intimate Santorini Rooftop is where you’ll feel most transported, as the sun beams down, sip on a fun Aperol Spritz, or a Aphrodites Elixr of Desire to feel the holiday vibes. The menu is similarly Mediterranean. Among the highlights: Our famous fluffy oven baked bread accompanied by a selection of dips, and a delicious Yia-Yia's style Moussaka. Partner any dish with a wide selections of wines from our bottle shop or our famous Santorini Sour!

9. Cha Ching

4.5

Awesome(415)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 21 times today

Cha Ching is a hit for its vibrant Asian dishes and amazing cocktails. Reviewers rave about the 'amazing cocktails' and 'beautifully presented' food. They also appreciate the 'excellent service' and 'fast service'. The atmosphere is energetic, and the venue has a cool aesthetic. It's a great place to enjoy a meal with friends, with many reviewers mentioning the 'fun' and 'great night out' they had.

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10. Hochi Mama Richmond

4.6

Exceptional(1132)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Richmond

Booked 19 times today

After being the ‘life-of-the-party’ in downtown CBD for the last six years, Mama’s ready to kick-start another exciting new venture in the wild, wild East! And where better for this Tiger Mama to roar than the vibrant South-East Asian hub of flavour and culture that is Swan Street, Richmond! Mama's second-coming will be servin' you Eastside excellence! – but this sequel is just as good as the original! We’re beyond ecstatic to share this new space with the public and bring the Richmond tiger cubs some of Mama’s lovin’! The trademark of Mama’s dining experience is the ‘Feed Me Now’ offering! Patrons can bask in all the zingy and fiery flavours in Mama’s repertoire – indulging in a selection of our drool-worthy smaller, larger, and sides dishes – for an affordable spend per diner at $44.50 each!

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RebekahVIP
Melbourne •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Absolutely outstanding / the feed me menu choices were vast and the food was so tasty and delicious themed cocktails ! Service was impeccable and we will be back again and again. Neighbourhood gem!
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Suzie QPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Windsor
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4.6
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Beccy
Adelaide •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing plant based Italian food. So good to have such a nice restaurant all plant based. Great service and atmosphere in Hardware Lane. Fantastic desserts.
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Funghi E TartufoPrice: Moderate• Vegan• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Snehal
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great customer service. The food portions were perfect especially having the feed me menu. It allowed us to try lots of dishes :)
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Julie
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I don’t know that you can describe the experience at Shelanous! It was like being Alice in Wonderland, the setting, the music , the staff and the food are like nothing you have ever experienced before. Rony and his team are exceptional and there is such a joy that comes with this whole dining experience that you have to see it to believe it. This has become our top restaurant ever! WOW. Thank you so very much.
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ShelanousPrice: Very Expensive• Australian• Port Melbourne
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5
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Sophia
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing staff. Brilliant food. Great vibes. Loved sitting out the back with the plants and sun coming through the roof.
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The Graham HotelPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Port Melbourne
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4.7

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290 restaurants available nearby

1. Shelanous

2. The Graham Hotel

3. Funghi E Tartufo

4. Suzie Q

5. Hochi Mama CBD

6. Serai Kitchen

7. Gilson

8. Golden Fleece Hotel

9. Cha Ching

10. Hochi Mama Richmond

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