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1. IL Duca Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(27)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • East Melbourne
Booked 6 times today
We are a family orientated restaurant located in East Melbourne, just a few steps away from the CBD. Serving up traditional and appetizing italian cuisine in an intimate and cosy setting.Landamark italian restaurant and fuction room (est. 1983) in East Melbourne, a stone's throw away from the MCG and the sport's entertaining precint. We have a loyal customer base and real honest italian food and a family friendly atmosphere that makes Il Duca feel like a home away from home. Come and explore our a la carte dining room and private function room and enquire about our famous entertainment evenings. "Anybody can make you enjoy the first bite of a dish. But only a real chef can make you enjoy the last".
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2. Hochi Mama CBD
4.6
Exceptional(3246)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 98 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.
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3. Hochi Mama Richmond
4.7
Exceptional(1170)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Richmond
Booked 47 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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4. Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy
4.3
Awesome(1718)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Fitzroy
Booked 17 times today
Ichi Ni Nana, is a modern style Izakaya experience spread across multiple levels along the iconic Brunswick Street offering delectable Japanese dishes with a modern twist (such as our must try Ebi Mayo). The venue also comprises an amazing beverage list of Japanese inspired cocktails, the best Japan has to offer in sakes and whiskies and a comprehensive wine list covering local and international regions. Our friendly and professional team will take you on a guided tour through a Japanese experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating your next visit. Whether it’s an intimate dinner in one of our hand crafted booths or a group celebration, Ichi Ni Nana has an abundance of breathtaking indoor and outdoor areas (including a courtyard with a retractable glass ceiling which can be enjoyed rain, hail or shine), to suit any occasion.
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5. The European
4.7
Exceptional(1304)
Price: Expensive
• European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 30 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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6. Chocolate Buddha
4.7
Exceptional(2849)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 32 times today
Chocolate Buddha undertook an AMAZING renovation in 2019 by Maddison Architects. We have a 22 seater SUSHI TRAIN open Wednesday to Sunday lunches 12 - 3pm and Wednesday to Saturday Dinners 5 - 8pm it includes an EXPRESS train which delivers hot food ordered via a tablet. We offer QR menus at each table for ease of ordering, splitting bills and menu with pictures and descriptions. This type of ordering is optional so always let us know if you prefer to order with us. See you soon @ Chocolate Buddha
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7. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD
4.4
Awesome(856)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 39 times today
Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which youwon’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience. We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.
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8. Johnny's Green Room
4.3
Awesome(94)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Carlton
Booked 23 times today
Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.
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9. Straight Outta Saigon
4.6
Exceptional(1127)
Price: Moderate
• Vietnamese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 26 times today
Born out of the wok-tossed flames of Vietnam and introduced into the bustlin’ heart of urban Melbourne, Straight Outta Saigon's serving eastern flavours for it's CBD crew. Immerse yourself in 90s hip-hop mixtapes, swim in our offerings of tropical elixirs, and bask in the taste of street-side viet-fare without the frills!
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10. Mount Erica Hotel
4.7
Exceptional(1127)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Prahran
Booked 67 times today
The Mount Erica Hotel, loved and revered corner Pub. includes public bar, indoor and outdoor dining/function spaces. Offering a menu of elevated pub classics, tap beer, cocktails and extensive wine list. Delivered in a relaxed venue with a designer edge.*All bookings are for our dining room for sit-down dining. We have our front bar and courtyard available for casual drinks, and are on a walk in basis. Dogs and children are welcome in the venue until 8pm.

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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
  • Sarah
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Went here for a galentines dinner with my friend and we were both blown away with how yummy the food was! Absolutely obsessed with the king fish sashimi and crispy duck wontons. We got the feed me menu which was very reasonably priced and the mains were a good size. Cocktails were superb. Overall such a great experience, the staff were super friendly and accommodating, the food came out quickly and my taste buds will never be the same. Highly recommend.
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    Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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    4.6
  • Murat
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Overall excellent experience… got one of the set menus and a course was missed and brought out after we got deserts and about to leave. Was still happy with everything and given it was Valentine’s Day little things like this can happen
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    Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - FitzroyPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Fitzroy
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    4.3
  • Kylie
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The food is exceptional. Whilst the staff were very friendly, new dishes kept coming out when empty plates had not been taken away and there was no room on the table. The staff looked at 'us' to move the plates around on the table. It is their job to make sure empty plates are taken away and a clear space made, not ours. But the food was incredible and a great vibe there.
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    Hochi Mama RichmondPrice: Expensive• Asian• Richmond
    •
    4.7
  • Caroline
    Vancouver / British Columbia •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 22, 2025
    A perfect place to have dinner before the tennis. Highly recommended
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    IL Duca RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Australian• East Melbourne
    •
    4.7

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