Top Picks for Cosy Winter Dining

by OpenTable

Updated 02 June 2023

Warm up with a full belly and a glass of wine at these cosy winter dining spots. Even better, there’s a complimentary bottle of Ziegler Barossa red wine for bookings of 4 or more!

Exclusive offer available to OpenTable bookings made for dining between now and 31 July 2023 at these participating restaurants.

Salted Egg

4.5

4.5 (552)

$41 to $100

Asian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

With a menu dominated by the flavours of Thailand, Executive Chef Adam Woodfield (ex-Chin Chin) and his team present dishes full of the richness of their origins such as Twice Cooked Pork Belly, Kao Soi Chicken Curry, Two Rice Fried Rice and Coconut Braised Beef.

Salted Egg is a cosy yet lively space in the New York end of the Melbourne CBD, perfect for date nights, celebrations of all types or even just a place to hide away with some soul-nourishing food. We always recommend a visit to our sister 27 stories above too, The Q Rooftop Bar for pre (and after) dinner cocktails...

Top review

Chloe

Dined 4 days ago

I'll never be disappointed every time I go. A different taste every time.

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Experience

Two for one Cocktails

3.9

3.9 (63)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Paying tribute to its lively past, Alexander Bar is named after the original owner of the hotel first built on the site in the 1880s. This was reincarnated in 1926 as The Hotel Alexander. Alexander Bar is now the elegant ground floor attraction at The Savoy Hotel Little Collins, infused with a rich history. Famous guests could once be found here during the jazz era and beyond, sipping on cocktails while listening to the easy sounds of crooners sharing the scene.

The space has recently been refurbished in a contemporary Art Deco design, honouring its origins. The bar, encased in marble, showcases bold geometric patterned carpets, linear angled pillars, full-length mirrors, and classic tray ceilings, complemented by soft lighting.

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Graham

Dined on 9 Dec 2024

A lovely place to have dinner, and convenient if staying at the Savoy. Fabulous attentive service both in the bar and at dinner.

One Queen Restaurant

4.3

4.3 (42)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

One Queen Restaurant is your new favourite hangout. Serving coffee in the morning, beers and cocktails in the evening, and good food, great tunes and a neighbourhood feel around the clock. There are a bunch of daily specials to help get you through the week, from ‘brew on the crew’ free coffee Mondays to happy hour every Friday. Make the most of our comfy chairs and free WiFi and make yourself at home.

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Liz

Dined 3 days ago

A quiet oasis in the middle of the CBD. A group lunch was enjoyable in a relaxing and comfortable space. The food was fresh and well cooked, service efficient and deserves my 4 stars.

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Experience

$8 Happy Hour!

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Christmas Celebration Lunch/Dinner

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New Year's Eve Dinner

Mr. Tompkins

3.7

3.7 (31)

$41 to $100

European

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Mr Tompkins is a classic European-style restaurant with a modern twist using Native Australian Bushfoods. Our head chef Eric Kwek, previously from CODA, has carefully curated the menu with quality local produce.

Our paperbark Roasted Murray cod is our signature dish.
Paperbark is traditionally used by indigenous cultures as bedding and to wrap proteins in before tossing them into the fire and we have adopted this method to cook our Murray Cod. To impart the very unique smoky flavor we light the bark on fire to release the aromatic smell in the smoke.

Mr Tompkins is located at 318 Flinders Street Melbourne, opposite the iconic Flinders Street Station in the Melbourne CBD and a short stroll to famous landmarks like Federation Square, MCG, and the Rod Laver Arena.

Our intimate and moody underground space enables our guests to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, but still watch the comings and goings on Flinders Street above through our NYC-style windows.

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Mark

Dined on 20 Nov 2024

Quiet off street dining, with excellent service, fine food and at a very reasonable price.

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Experience

High Tea with Aperol Spritz or Sparkling Wine

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High Tea with bottomless Sparkling Wine

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Standard High Tea with Tea & Coffee Only

North&COMMON

4.4

4.4 (300)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Coburg

About the restaurant

Our chefs draw inspiration from their diverse backgrounds to create unique and flavorful dishes that are sure to surprise and delight. With a menu that changes with the seasons, patrons can expect new and exciting selections alongside classical favourites year-round. Our emphasis on quality and flavour provides a dining experience that is both refined and approachable.

With an exceptionally varied and deep wine selection, we are sure to help you find just the right beverage to celebrate any occasion (or day of the week) take a journey through our Book of Wine or be guided into our walk-in cellar and take your pick.

Set in such a unique space North&COMMON lends itself to a refined yet approachable atmosphere, perfect for those looking for a sophisticated yet casual dining experience without sacrificing quality or flavour. Available Wednesday-Saturday, right here in the heart of Coburg.

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Jonathan

Dined 4 days ago

Outstanding venue with enormous historical energy. Great ambience, food and service.

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Experience

$59 Locals Menu

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Saturday Lunch and Pentridge Tour Package

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Thursday Dinner and Pentridge Tour Package

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