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1. The Moat
4.8
Exceptional(313)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 9 times today
The Moat in Melbourne is a cozy Italian haven. It's described as 'cozy and energetic' with 'unique but comfortable decor and furniture.' The ambiance is perfect for a romantic or relaxed dinner, intimate lunch, or meeting up with friends. The fairy lights, cozy basement library style, and buzzing vibe add to the charm. It's a place where you can escape, enjoy good food and wine, and have conversations in a quiet, warm, and friendly environment.
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2. Ototo
3.7
Very Good(370)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 13 times today
Discover a hidden gem beneath the city streets at our contemporary Asian restaurant. Located underground, our venue boasts a full bar and an exquisite menu that promises a fusion of flavors. Delight in the Chef's Tasting Menu, a curated selection of favorites. Savor dishes like Kingfish Sashimi with truffle ponzu, or popular wagyu tataki. Dumpling enthusiasts can relish our diverse range, while main courses feature delights such as 48-Hour Black Angus Short Ribs and Signature 14-Day Dry Aged Duck. Don't forget to pair your meal with creative cocktails from our bar. Complete your journey with decadent desserts like Chocolate Fondant and Pandan Creme Brulee.
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3. Suzie Q
4.6
Exceptional(75)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Windsor
Booked 28 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.
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4. Trattoria Emilia
4.8
Exceptional(1243)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Trattoria Emilia is a cozy Italian restaurant in Melbourne CBD. Reviewers frequently mention its warm and comfortable ambience, with one saying 'Amazing delicious food in a cosy warm atmosphere'. The relaxed atmosphere and high ratings for ambience suggest a cozy setting, perfect for casual dining or a romantic date.
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5. Il Solito Posto
4.8
Exceptional(1136)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 23 times today
One of Melbourne's most renowned Italian restaurants. Il Solito Posto is an institution. A real Melbourne Italian dining experience with a warm urban chic feel. Tantalise your taste buds with regional Italian dishes, prepared with the freshest seasonal produce and revel in the awarded wine list. This is Il Solito Posto ..... The usual place..
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6. The European
4.6
Exceptional(1274)
Price: Expensive
• European • Melbourne CBD
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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7. Leonardo's Pizza Palace
4.8
Exceptional(68)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Carlton
We are a neighbourhood-style American-Italian restaurant situated in the leafy backstreets of Carlton. Since 2018, we specialise in offering quality food, friendly service and natural wine.
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8. Meatmaiden
4.6
Exceptional(1334)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD
Booked 27 times today
Meatmaiden is one hell of a steakhouse. Bringing you the best barbecue and grill in Melbourne, our large and energetic basement restaurant and bar and down-to-earth staff make us the perfect CBD venue for intimate dinners, work lunches, special occasions or functions.We're part steakhouse, part smokehouse - with a unique and eclectic mix of premium steaks and smoked meats. We've been fine-tuning that approach for the last ten years to bring you the best meat around - dry-ageing select local cuts like O'Connor rib eye, tending the fire to smoke grass-fed short ribs over ironbark and pairing with signature dishes like our lobster mac cheese.Our carefully-curated wine list focuses on some great Australian winemakers, with six taps of craft beer and quirky cocktails completing the line up.You will find Meatmaiden on Little Collins St - walking distance from Flinders St Station and Parliament Station, the MCG and Rod Laver Arena and entertainment venues s
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9. Blacksmith Bar and Grill
4.7
Exceptional(217)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD
Booked 6 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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10. Clover
4.8
Exceptional(132)
Price: Expensive
• European • Richmond
Booked 18 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'.
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  • fred
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent from beginning to end. The feed me option is excellent value. All three cocktails I tried were fantastic and well balanced enough to not give you indigestion like some strong overly sweet ones. The sandstorm chicken was a standout and will have me coming back again for sure. Well done. The only critique I could give is that they were too efficient and the food came out pretty fast, that it felt like the whole meal was over too soon.
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    Suzie QPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Windsor
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    4.6
  • ChrisA
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 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
  • steve
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Authentic, excellent service, great food, a little loud but that’s probably just the result of everyone having a great time!
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    Il Solito PostoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.8
  • OpenTable Diner
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Great food suggestions, pleasant staff, yummy food and dessert and wine, great vibe. Been coming over 10 years, a haven.
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    The MoatPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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    4.8
  • Sirinya
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 15, 2024
    It was a beautiful place with incredible food, and a lot more food than we expected! It was delicious with a beautiful atmosphere. It wasn't too loud or packed and made an incredible night, I definitely want to return another time.
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    OtotoPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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    3.7

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