Best Romantic Restaurants in Thornbury

68 restaurants available nearby

1. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(499)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 50 times today

Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.

2. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1267)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 44 times today

Trattoria Emilia, located in Melbourne's CBD, is an Italian restaurant known for its authentic and seasonal dishes. The restaurant's ambiance, as described in reviews, is warm, cozy, and reminiscent of Italy. Couples have celebrated their anniversaries here and the restaurant is often referred to as a perfect spot for romantic dinners. The attentive and professional service, combined with the high-quality food and cosy atmosphere, make Trattoria Emilia an ideal place for a romantic evening out.

3. Cha Ching

4.5

Awesome(427)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 58 times today

Cha Ching is an Asian fusion concept restaurant where customer enjoys variety of Asian dishes on a table with Asian spiced drinks and cocktail for an affordable per dinner and lunch.Synonymous with luck in Chinese culture, Cha Ching is a project three years in the making, from Owner & Head Chef Ken Leung.From working in Hong Kong’s Michelin Star St George Restaurant in 2012 to experience in kitchens across Melbourne’s elite food scene, Ken’s hospitality experience spans over 15 years.The result? Cha Ching’s menu is an homage to Asian cuisine, emboldened by the multiculturalism of Melbourne.Street food with finesse and re-imagined traditional cuisine, every dish pops with vibrancy and colour!

4. Luci

4.4

Awesome(209)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 2 times today

Luci is a contemporary Australian restaurant set in the grand hall of Melbourne’s historic Equity Chambers building.Its art deco styled dining room – designed by Bates Smart – provides a sophisticated backdrop to a contemporary Australian menu with Italian accents.Celebrating Melbourne’s history of Italian immigrants and its evolution into a cosmopolitan culinary city, Luci is a contemporary Australian restaurant housed within the grand hall of the historic Equity Chambers Building.

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5. The Carlton Wine Room

4.8

Exceptional(815)

Price: Expensive

• European • Carlton

Booked 31 times today

Carlton Wine Room is a neighbourhood restaurant offering a well-executed, fresh, seasonal food menu, and an ever changing, diverse wine list featuring the best of Italy, Australia and the rest of the World. We offer a bar space, an upstairs restaurant dining room and three unique spaces that are can be booked for private dining perfect for special events.RESERVATIONS: are for a two hour sitting. We do not accept bookings for drinks and snacks, however we accept walk-ins for this if space permits. A surcharge of up to 1.2% applies to credit card transactions. A surcharge of 10% applies on Sundays and 15% on Public Holidays. OUTSIDE SEATING: please note this is subject to the weather and we may not be able to move your reservation inside in the case of bad weather. CANCELLATION: A $50 per person no show fee is charged for failing to attend your reservation. Contact us on 9347 2626 to make changes or cancel your reservation.

6. Meatmaiden

4.7

Exceptional(1354)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 47 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

7. Love Letter

4.8

Exceptional(63)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Richmond

Booked 22 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

8. Ototo

3.9

Excellent(379)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 26 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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9. Allegro Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(75)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Allegro Restaurant. Nestled on Collins Street with picturesque city views, Allegro invites you to indulge your senses and savour a symphony of flavours as our world-class culinary team take you on a journey.Step into the realm of innovative Modern Australian cuisine, expertly crafted by our talented team. Allegro Restaurant offers the finest local produce infused with global flavours to create a standout dining experience in Melbourne. Whether you’re looking for a quick pre-theatre dinner, a romantic evening, or night out with friends or colleagues, Allegro is the perfect place to enjoy creative cuisine, refined service, and a relaxed ambience. Featuring an open kitchen, sophisticated décor and an expansive outdoor terrace among the treetops, Allegro Restaurant Melbourne delivers a memorable dining experience each visit.Open for breakfast daily, and dinner Wednesday to Saturday.

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10. No.100 Flinders Lane

4.7

Exceptional(109)

Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 12 times today

Located on the iconic Flinders Lane, No.100 is a wine bar offering a modern Lebanese dining experience.

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Karen
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
It feels like stepping into Italy. A lovely dining experience at Emilia. Fabulous authentic Italian food and service. Thank you.
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Trattoria EmiliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.8
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ValerieVIP
Melbourne •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The menu is a bit small, but do they pack a punch! The kangaroo tartare tartlet and the lamb dup are both outstanding. Good wine list as well. But it’s not a very busy restaurant and the service is excellent.
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LuciPrice: Expensive• Australian• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Tyneale
New South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
From the moment we sat down we felt like we’d made the right choice for a rare date night. The service was warm, helpful and welcoming and the food was amazing!!!! The best squid and pork belly we have ever had.
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Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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MEREDITH
Sydney •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
What a great surprise! Cha Ching was fantastic. The feed me option is great value for money and all dishes were delicious! Service was prompt and food was fast but not rushed. Would recommend to everyone except those that don’t like noise.
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Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.5
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KateM
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
A great experience, flexible when I made an error in booking, great wait staff, really enjoyed this.
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The Carlton Wine RoomPrice: Expensive• European• Carlton
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4.8

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68 restaurants available nearby

1. Kiss & Tell

2. Trattoria Emilia

3. Cha Ching

4. Luci

5. The Carlton Wine Room

6. Meatmaiden

7. Love Letter

8. Ototo

9. Allegro Restaurant

10. No.100 Flinders Lane

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