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1. Leonardo's Pizza Palace
4.8
Exceptional(71)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Carlton
Booked 31 times today
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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2. Johnny's Green Room
4.2
Awesome(78)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Carlton
Booked 32 times today
Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.
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3. The Carlton Wine Room
4.8
Exceptional(809)
Price: Expensive
• European • Carlton
Booked 26 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.
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4. Bistra
4.9
Exceptional(97)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Carlton
Booked 12 times today
Bistra is an Australian bistro serving quality food and wine; our fare draws its influence predominantly from British, French and Italian cooking and technique, and yet it is quintessentially Australian. You can expect generous, memorable plates championing seasonal ingredients and an extensive list of wines.
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5. Leonie Upstairs
4.6
Exceptional(24)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Carlton
Booked 1 time today
Meet Lèonie, a reimagination of Japanese dining in Melbourne.A perfect spot for catch-ups, or no-brainer date nights over premium saké and artfully-crafted snacks and sweets.
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6. Lagoon Dining
4.8
Exceptional(520)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Carlton
Booked 17 times today
Lagoon Dining is a restaurant and bar dishing up food that leans heavily on Chinese culinary traditions. It is an expression of food we love to eat and to cook, dished up heartily alongside booze we like to swill - a place for friends and fun.
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7. Donnini's
4.6
Exceptional(628)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Carlton
Booked 6 times today
Donnini's is a generational Italian eatery with a sincere focus on handmade pasta, real food, generous hospitality & well sourced wines.Family owned and operated DONNINI'S relaxed atmosphere and honest approach to traditional cooking provides the perfect environment for family get-togethers, intimate dinners and business lunches alike.
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8. Cafe Cavallino
4.8
Exceptional(123)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carlton
Booked 6 times today
Gino Francese opened his first restaurant in 1971 in Melbourne, Australia. The restaurant was an instant success because of its authentic Italian Pizza, Pasta, Seafood, Steak and friendly service. Cafe Cavallino is owned by Gino Francese. Cafe Cavallino will continue serving the same traditional Italian style cuisine that has been done so by the Francese family for the past 43 years. Cafe Cavallino provides one of the largest alfresco seating areas in Melbourne, to give you the true dining experience and atmosphere of Lygon Street. The Cafe Cavallino mission is to continue serving you with the freshest food within the cleanest environment. Gino Francese has built an excellent reputation for his traditional Italian homestyle cuisine and friendly atmosphere that stands strong today.
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9. Leyalina
4.4
Awesome(16)
Price: Moderate
• Egyptian • Carlton
From perfectly chargrilled meats to our famous tagines, experience the flavours of our motherland with the most authentic Egyptian cuisine Melbourne has to offer.Keeping true to our Egyptian heritage, we use cooking techniques that date back centuries to offer you a truly middle eastern experience.Join us for dinner to sample some authentically delicious middle eastern food or enjoy your next special event in our beautiful function space, right in the heart of the Lygon Street restaurant precinct, just five minutes from the CBD.Or simply sit back, enjoy a shisha, and share some memories with family and friends.
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10. Lord Lygon
4.6
Exceptional(19)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Carlton
Booked 2 times today
Named after the legendary bon vivant, Lord Lygon packs a bucket list of wines with top grapes from Australia and beyond. The space is pretty darn funky too.Award-winning Executive Chef Chris Bonello went to town with the menu. Mix and match small bites for maximum pleasure, or choose the charcuterie pairing. Pull up a chair and settle in.The toughest thing you will have to endure is where to start on the 300+ wine selection.

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Discover best date night restaurants in Carlton

Looking for the perfect venue for a date night in Carlton, Melbourne's Inner City North? Our curated selection of restaurants offers a diverse array of dining experiences ideal for a special evening out. Carlton's dining scene combines a charming mix of old-world charm and contemporary sophistication, perfect for setting the mood. Each restaurant boasts a romantic ambiance, exquisite menus, and impeccable service, ensuring a memorable date night. From intimate settings to vibrant atmospheres, there's a place to match every couple's style. These restaurants not only offer fine dining but also emphasize unique culinary experiences, with menus featuring both local and international cuisines. Make your next date night extraordinary by choosing from these top picks, each renowned for creating special moments and lasting memories.

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