Best Casual Restaurants in Melbourne CBD

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1. Dom's Social Club

4.8

Exceptional(207)

Price: Moderate

• Continental • Melbourne CBD

Booked 11 times today

Doms is a no frills, 3 level pizza wonderland from the crew that bought you Peaches, Cheek, Dexter & Takeaway Pizza. GOOD PIZZA, GOOD WINES, GOOD TIMES. Level 1 - Pizzeria/Restaurant Level 2 - Pool RoomLevel 3 - Walk-in Outdoor Rooftop BarFood is available on all 3 levels 🍕 Dining at Doms - It's old school and inviting. A menu of slow fermented wood fired sourdough pizza, alongside tasty snacks and a very deep wine list. The perfect venue for that date, that birthday, that catch up. Social, familiar, honest and good. Hot tip: drink Lambrusco, eat the salami! Please note unfortunately we do not have disabled access.

2. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1244)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 48 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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3. Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana

4.3

Awesome(1072)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 35 times today

Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana in the Melbourne CBD is serving rustic and authentic Italian food like its meant to be – flavoursome, simple and made with a healthy dose of Italian passion. The chefs behind this Manchester Lane restaurant are dedicated to following traditional recipes (just like Nonna used), using their knowledge from homeland Italy and adding just a touch of gourmet modernity. Freshly made pasta is undoubtedly the star of the show at Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana, ranging from gnocchi and tagliatelle to fettuccine and pappardelle. Yet the menu also offers rustic pizzas, traditional mains and homemade desserts that will satisfy any guest – especially when enjoyed alongside the Italian and Australian wines available. Better yet, the service and atmosphere of Maccaroni is both genuine and inviting. Located in the Melbourne CBD, this restaurant is understandably popular and making an advance booking is highly recommended.

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4. Blacksmith Bar and Grill

4.7

Exceptional(218)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 8 times today

Contemporary Australian grill with a great view.Join us, overlooking Melbourne's city skyline at our relaxed and modern Australian bar and grill. The perfect spot for a memorable dinner date, a delicious wine or a small, lively gathering with a group of friends. Experience impressive views and a feast of fire-cooked, locally sourced food where our steak is the main event.

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5. Thai Tide - Melbourne CBD

4.5

Awesome(221)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Melbourne CBD

Booked 10 times today

Regional Thai Restaurant | Local Produce | Australian and International Wines | Classic Cocktails | Grilled Over FireLocated in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Thai Tide offers an authentic Thai dining experience, perfect for casual dining, date night, business lunches, corporate dinners, after-work gatherings, and hosting events. We serve signature dishes like Patthalung Fried Chicken, Braised Beef Massamun Curry, and Charcoal Grilled Porterhouse with Thai Chilli Relish. Whether it's a casual meal or a special occasion, pair your dish with a curated selection of Australian and international wines or Thai-inspired cocktails. Open seven days for lunch and dinner, Thai Tide provides a unique culinary journey for every occasion.

6. Pinchy's

4.5

Awesome(130)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Melbourne CBD

Booked 11 times today

Melbourne’s best Champagne bar & Seafood restaurant now includes meat into the menu with new Executive Chef Pieter Buijsse. Pinchy’s seafood restaurant and champagne bar is a seaside oasis in the heart of Melbourne. Inviting our guests to experience typically indulgent delectables such as lobster rolls, our new Wagyu beef burger with smoked crispy tuna bacon, we seek to make the finer flavours in life more accessible, encouraging our guests to enjoy shared dishes in a casual style.Located in bustling Bourke Street, Pinchy’s boasts one of Melbourne’s favourite balcony bar destinations, with an insta-worthy interior to boot. So if seafood and champagne, cocktails or chablis tickles your fancy, you know where to find us.

7. The Moat

4.8

Exceptional(313)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 17 times today

Enjoy an Italian escape at The Moat, an intimate haven in the heart of Melbourne. Set in the basement of the State Library.Our new menu reflects the Italian heritage of our two owners, Paul and Rosie, and of our head chef Monica. Together, they have created authentic dishes that are hand-made with seasonal local produce, simplicity and love.Our family welcomes yours to join us.

8. Mesa Verde

4.6

Exceptional(373)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 24 times today

Finding harmony between authenticity and originality is something that first ignited the flame at Mesa Verde back in 2013 and continues to feed it today. While it’s fairly evident that an affinity for Mexican food and agave spirits is at the helm of what we do, our city’s rank on the culinary frontier has brought with it a particular nose for experimentation. So, since we’re very literally in the heart of Melbourne up here on the sixth floor of Curtin House, high above the city’s jugular Swanston Street, we feel it’s our responsibility to highlight what Mexican dining (and drinking) looks like in the eyes of the modern Melburnian. $10 Margaritas 4pm - 6pm daily.

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9. Ginger Olive | Restaurant and Grill

4.7

Exceptional(90)

Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Melbourne CBD

Booked 11 times today

A TASTE TO REMEMBERA redefined Casual dining spot in an elegant premium ambiance offering contemporary Australian Fusion and Multi-Cuisine and specializing in BBQ, ribs, steaks and grills with a relaxed, friendly and welcoming environment that promises an amazing and memorable dining experience, value for money accompanied with uncompromising bespoke warm service. Ginger Olive Restaurant and Grill is in the heart of Melbourne Central Business District, located in iconic Flinders Lane Dining District. Ginger Olive has been awarded Travelers Choice by TripAdvisor. The award celebrates businesses that have received great traveler reviews from around the globe on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months. Restaurant Guru recommends Ginger Olive as Best BBQ Restaurant in Melbourne.

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10. Dodee Paidang Little Collins

4.5

Awesome(49)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Melbourne CBD

Booked 19 times today

Dodee Paidang Little Collins brings our widest range of Thai Street food to you. The site is great for groups or couples. Come in for a quick lunch or stay and enjoy the company.Every selection of Thai food from our Tom Yum noodles, Salads, Grilled, to Desserts. Order individually or share the authentic tastes with your best mates.Acoustic music Fridays and Saturdays.Minimum booking is 4 people.

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Alyssa
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Such a beautiful place with even more beautiful staff. One of the best rooftop views I’ve been to in the city. Amazing Vakue for the bottomless brunch!!
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Blacksmith Bar and GrillPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Angelo
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We love this place. The staff are friendly, the location is perfect, smack in the centre of Melbourne and close to everything. It’s a cozy little restaurant tucked away from the hustle and bustle of pedestrian traffic. The food, magnificent! Every meal we’ve had here has been superb. Make sure you book ahead, it’s popular.
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Maccaroni Trattoria ItalianaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.3
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ChrisA
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Hidden down a cute laneway in an old motor garage is one of the very best Italian restaurants in the city ... actually, one of the best places to eat! Their Gnocco (atteptiser) is a fluffy savoury starter that never fails to get my guests to say "oh ... wow". Great sharing food (or don't share) and excellent wines (mostly Italian). Pastas are unique, the mains amazing. I visit regularly. Not cheap but certainly not over the top.
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Trattoria EmiliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.8
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Kathryn
Victoria •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Our group thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at Thai Tide! We enjoyed the set banquet, which was great value for money, and the food arrived quickly, allowing us to catch our show! The atmosphere was ambient, and waitstaff attentive!
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Thai Tide - Melbourne CBDPrice: Expensive• Thai• Melbourne CBD
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4.5
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Jacqui
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
Amazing Pzzas great views and not crammed in. We were on the roof but the inside levels looked really cool as well. This place is full of character. I will definitely be back.
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Dom's Social ClubPrice: Moderate• Continental• Melbourne CBD
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4.8

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203 restaurants available nearby

1. Dom's Social Club

2. Trattoria Emilia

3. Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana

4. Blacksmith Bar and Grill

5. Thai Tide - Melbourne CBD

6. Pinchy's

7. The Moat

8. Mesa Verde

9. Ginger Olive | Restaurant and Grill

10. Dodee Paidang Little Collins

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