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Where Chefs Eat in Melbourne

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by Phaidon
Updated November 09, 2023
You’re in luck. The world’s best chefs are sharing their favorite places to dine out in Melbourne. We’ve partnered with Phaidon’s Where Chefs Eat, the best-selling restaurant guidebook with over 7,000 recommendations across the globe, to create a list of restaurants in Melbourne where chefs love to eat. Grab your copy of this must-have guide, and get 30% off, just for being an OpenTable diner.
The European
4.7 (1331)
$41 to $100
European
Melbourne CBD
"The European on Spring Street is a Melbourne icon." – Dan Hunter
Top review
Scott
Dined on May 17, 2025
Great food, great wine, great service. We had an amazing night at the European and will definately be back.
"The European on Spring Street is a Melbourne icon." – Dan Hunter
Top review
Scott
Dined on May 17, 2025
Great food, great wine, great service. We had an amazing night at the European and will definately be back.
Vue de monde
4.9 (1980)
$101 and over
Modern Australian
Melbourne CBD
"Destination dining. Showy and memorable." – Alla Wolf Tasker
Top review
Zane
Dined on May 21, 2025
Exquisite food, very well balanced flavors. Best fine dining experience I have ever had. sheer joy
"Destination dining. Showy and memorable." – Alla Wolf Tasker
Top review
Zane
Dined on May 21, 2025
Exquisite food, very well balanced flavors. Best fine dining experience I have ever had. sheer joy
French Saloon
4.7 (375)
$41 to $100
French
Melbourne CBD
Recommended by Chef Jasper Avent from The Town Mouse
Top review
Eric
Dined on May 20, 2025
The environment is very elegant, and there aren't many people, so it's not crowded. Because it was a bit cold today, even though there were no customers in the store at that time, the heating was still turned on in advance. The dishes are very delicious. I think this is the best steak I've ever had in Melbourne. Finally, I would like to say that the service here is very good. I especially want to thank the staff today, which made this anniversary even more complete.
Recommended by Chef Jasper Avent from The Town Mouse
Top review
Eric
Dined on May 20, 2025
The environment is very elegant, and there aren't many people, so it's not crowded. Because it was a bit cold today, even though there were no customers in the store at that time, the heating was still turned on in advance. The dishes are very delicious. I think this is the best steak I've ever had in Melbourne. Finally, I would like to say that the service here is very good. I especially want to thank the staff today, which made this anniversary even more complete.
Donnini's
4.6 (660)
$41 to $100
Italian
Carlton
Recommended by Chef Jasper Avent from The Town Mouse
Top review
John
Dined 1 day ago
The staff are very friendly and helpful. Very attentive and knowledgeable. The food is great, special Italian pasta and sauces. The menu is varied and a good list of varied wines, both European and Australian. Interesting salads accompany dishes.
Recommended by Chef Jasper Avent from The Town Mouse
Top review
John
Dined 1 day ago
The staff are very friendly and helpful. Very attentive and knowledgeable. The food is great, special Italian pasta and sauces. The menu is varied and a good list of varied wines, both European and Australian. Interesting salads accompany dishes.

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