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1. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3282)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 107 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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2. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

4.5

Awesome(870)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

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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3. Bodega Underground

4.4

Awesome(1556)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

A restaurant smuggled from Mexico to Melbourne. Find Little Bourke Street’s late night mezcal bar and taqueria hidden underground in the China Town precinct, and open 7 days a week until late, including lunch Thursday - Sunday. Try a Tequila or Mezcal cocktail, or speak to our team about sipping some exciting Agave spirits instead. The $59 Feed Me banquet offers great value and a huge mix of traditional Mexican street food, plus some dishes with a twist. We also offer a $75 Bottomless Brunch on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays, with unlimited cocktails and 5 dishes; or a Pre-Theatre deal available every night of the week. We are located on the corner of Little Bourke and Crossley Street, Melbourne, with a moody bar and dining area perfect for both a quiet drink, or a larger celebration.

4. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(562)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 25 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.

5. Il Solito Posto

4.8

Exceptional(1224)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 56 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..

6. Thong Thai

4.6

Exceptional(23)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Melbourne CBD

Be captivated by the aromatic flavors and watch the chefs showcase their expertise on a big pan, where passersby can witness the creation of their famous crispy mussel pancake. The sizzle and crackle of the dish will leave you craving for more.Thai restaurant nestled in vibrant Thai Town on Bourke Street's west end, specializing in the art of sizzling Thai cuisine.

7. The European

4.7

Exceptional(1317)

$$$$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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8. Straight Outta Saigon

4.6

Exceptional(1141)

$$$$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!

9. Meatmaiden

4.6

Exceptional(1397)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Meatmaiden is an underground steakhouse and cocktail bar delivering a unique take on the classics.Hidden in the basement of the historic Georges Building, we strive to find the finest grass-fed, grain-fed and Wagyu beef for our custom-built grill and wood-fired smoker and dry-age select cuts in our meat cabinet.Premium steaks from incredible local producers with an ever-evolving lineup, seafood dishes such as our cult lobster mac cheese and modern, diverse menus stand alongside innovative house cocktails and a focused, energetic wine list.Look for the Maiden's face on Little Collins St, descend the metal stairs and discover our dark, seductive venue and individual approach to dining out in this rollicking homage to all things meat.

10. Juliet Melbourne

4.4

Awesome(19)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

A stunning basement cocktail bar and events space decked out stylishly with an art deco theme. Juliet Melbourne's strong female name is a celebration of the amazing women who work in the industry. The cocktails, wine, beer & spirits lists are a nod to Australia's female producers and Artisans. The venue can cater for small and large groups, individuals and couples. We can allocate spaces for group from 12- 100. Private functions up to 100 are also welcome. Please visit our events and booking page for more information or contact us directly on 9639 4944.

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Teneale
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Had such a lovely lunch here. So much food and soooooo tasty . Shout out to Shannon for making us feel extra special. A wonderful hostess. 10/10 would recommend this place.
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Bodega UndergroundPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Kristen
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always a sensational meal with impeccable service. Our go-to when staying in the city.
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Helen
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food, but a couple of dishes didn’t come out of the kitchen hot, rather lukewarm. Great service from the staff! And delicious drinks!
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Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Helen
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch - a table for four - delicious food, pleasant helpful staff, value for money, will return
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Il Solito PostoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.8
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Tony
Victoria •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 19, 2025
we had a great night good service nice food, Prices were ok, friendly staff
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Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBDPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.5

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