Best Cosy Restaurants in Balwyn

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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AbbotsfordAlbert ParkAlphingtonArmadaleBalaclavaBrighton

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

138 restaurants available nearby

1. Grazia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1058)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Glen Iris

Booked 71 times today

Grazia is a classic, authentic and casual Italian restaurant with a modern twist.

2. Clover

4.9

Exceptional(147)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Richmond

Booked 20 times today

Clover is a cozy place with a relaxing atmosphere. Many reviews mention the restaurant's 'cosy local wine bar' vibe, with one reviewer describing it as 'amazing service, dimly lit and quite romantic'. It's also described as a place where 'you can tell you're right at home as soon as you walk in'. The ambiance is comfortable, making it a great spot for a 'lovely date night'.

3. Toorak Cellars

4.8

Exceptional(92)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Armadale

Booked 30 times today

Toorak Cellars is equal parts bottle shop and wine bar, located just opposite Toorak station on Beatty Avenue in Armadale. Our aim is simple: to source, acquire and serve the best wines we can find at any given price point, from Australia and around the world.We believe strongly in the idea that wine should taste like fruit and minerals instead of oak and alcohol. The wines we serve should reflect with great clarity the soil from which they were grown, and the four seasons that passed through that vineyard during a specific vintage.We serve a constantly changing twenty wines by-the-glass, or you can open any bottle straight off the shelf. We don't have a kitchen, but if you're hungry we do have some creative ways of feeding you.Great wine is for everyone, and everyone is welcome. See you soon at the Cellars!

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4. Love Letter - Melbourne

4.8

Exceptional(71)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Richmond

Booked 15 times today

Dear Richmond,This little restaurant is our love letter to food. It's our happy little place, where we get to live the joy of feeding people everyday. We all grew up in spaces that equated food with love, just like this place. Everything we have done here is deliberate, from the art on the walls to the produce we use. We've made a point of sourcing ingredients from some of the best suppliers in the state, making sure that our menu reflects what's in season. For us, this place is about experience: we try our best to make you feel both at home and 'out for something special'. Every plate that comes back wiped clean by someone who just couldn't get enough is a 'the hard work is worth it' moment for us. Matty & Tee From Love Letter, with love x

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5. The Hills Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(176)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Surrey Hills

Booked 6 times today

We are a Pizza and Wine Bar located just a few strides from Surrey Hills Train station, on Union Road. We think that wine should first and foremost be fun, and therefore we look to showcase avant-garde producers who make wine in a fresh and approachable manner - wines that sit perfectly alongside a delicious slice of pizza.

6. La Perla Bar

4.7

Exceptional(85)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Camberwell

Booked 5 times today

Situated in Camberwell La Perla is a Pizza, Wine & Cocktail restaurant. Serving up classic Italian hospitality, celebrating friendship, dusty records and fun wine. La Perla expresses the traditions of regional Italian cuisine. With a bespoke woodfired oven as the heart of La Perla, our cozy neighbourhood trattoria & bar offers a creative take on Italian dining. We invite you to join us and experience our authentic cuisine & hand picked wines that aim to transport you to the rural landscapes of Italy.Our menu comprises of wine bar classics like cured meats and cheeses, 48 - 96hr hr ferment woodfired pizzas and regional specialties perfect for causal catch-ups or substantial dining.We hope when you arrive as a stranger, you leave as a friend!

7. Casa Mariotti

4.7

Exceptional(23)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Richmond

Booked 6 times today

Casa Mariotti is a cozy wine bar where the heart of Italy comes alive. Enjoy a curated selection of Italian wines and cocktails, perfectly paired with authentic Roman dishes. The heartfelt simplicity of each dish brings the true essence of Rome to your table, inspired by timeless recipes from childhood and Nonna's kitchen, crafted with fresh, local ingredients.With a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Casa Mariotti feels like home—more than just a meal, it’s a place to relax, savor, and enjoy the warmth of Roman hospitality. Homemade, authentic, and always made with love—this is Casa Mariotti. Come join us and experience the true taste of Rome.

8. Milton Wine Shop

4.8

Exceptional(117)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Malvern

Booked 13 times today

The Milton Wine Shop is a cozy place that provides an intimate, homely feel as quoted in reviews, 'It feels like home' and 'It's the perfect place for a low key date night'. The warmth from the 'charming exposed brick walls and rich woody tones' makes it feel comfortingly familiar, reminding one of bars in Paris, Tuscany or Barcelona. The fireplace on a cold night adds to the cozy atmosphere. The staff's friendly and attentive service enhances the overall warmth of the place.

9. Osteria 20

4.0

Excellent(91)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hawthorn

Booked 11 times today

Hawthorn's Osteria 20 serves contemporary Italian cuisine in a stylish dining room. With an inspired selection of starters and main courses, Osteria 20 is set to be loved by locals, out of town visitors and foodies!With Glenferrie Railway Station just a short walk away, Osteria 20 is only a few minutes from Camberwell Market and Melbourne's CBD.

10. Made In Casa

4.6

Exceptional(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Malvern

Booked 6 times today

We believe that nothing brings people together quite like good food. That's why we've dedicated ourselves to creating an authentic Italian dining experience that will transport you straight to the heart of Italy. Priding itself on utilizing only the freshest of ingredients, showcasing the natural flavors of the seasons through generational cooking methods with an edge.At Made in Casa, dining is a sensual experience, one that should be savored and relished. From the flavors of our homemade pasta and pizza to the ambiance of our elegant surroundings, every detail has been carefully crafted to create a seamless, unforgettable dining experience.

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Jess
Melbourne •6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Best restaurant to checkout during the week. Great service, good vibes, best rigatoni in vodka sauce ever, and excellent choice of liquor.
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Love Letter - MelbournePrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Richmond
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4.8
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Glenn
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Grazia is a go to for lunch or dinner. Food is superb service is amazing and the ambiance is relaxing.
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Grazia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Glen Iris
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4.8
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Katie
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The Hills is my favourite place for a drink. It has a warm, sophisticated vibe (think artwork and candlelight), great selection of wine, sides and gourmet pizza (I particularly recommend the salmon pizza). What really makes this place a winner for me, though, is the service: they are warm, welcoming and really know their wines! I've brought friends many times to The Hills; this evening I brought my parents, and the lovely manager greeted me by name and thoroughly charmed my folks. This bar is one of Melbourne's best.
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The Hills Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Surrey Hills
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4.6
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Robyn
Melbourne •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
Beautifully presented, exceptionally tasty morsels of wonderful food. They always have great wines, great music, if you dine in the evening The staff are a pure delight. It’s a lovely and authentic dining experience.
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CloverPrice: Expensive• European• Richmond
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4.9
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Ira
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 Feb 2025
Great drinks and food from BBQ chef series pop up event. Friendly and attentive service
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Toorak CellarsPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Armadale
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4.8

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