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1. French Saloon
4.8
Exceptional(359)
Price: Expensive
• French • Melbourne CBD
Booked 11 times today
Climb the narrow flight of stairs up from the red brick lane to enter the saloon. A table in the bustling dining room? Or a seat at the fluted zinc bar? Whether it’s a lunch, dinner or well crafted cocktails with a snack, bookings are essential.
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2. Lobby Lounge - The Westin Melbourne
4.7
Exceptional(534)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 7 times today
Soak up the polished atmosphere of the Lobby Lounge complete with open fireplace and comfortable club chairs. Known for its crafted cocktails and all-day (and night) bar bites, take your seat amongst the showpiece spiral staircase and gallery-esque art collection.Indulge in High Tea as you savour three tiers of sweet and savoury treats, paired with the finest tea and coffee blends or glass of bubbles. During the day relax with a special brew of loose leaf tea and order your favourite from the lunch menu offering an enticing array of options with thoughtfully considered dishes committed to sustainability.A glamourous drinking space in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, the Lobby Lounge comes alive in the evening for aperitifs and nightcaps, with extensive beverage options such as the signature Espresso Martini.
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3. La Madonna
4.6
Exceptional(107)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Melbourne CBD
Booked 4 times today
La Madonna - a Good Food Guide listed day to night dining and drinking enclave dedicated to spontaneous menus, a celebration of local produce and the spirit of sustainability. Enjoy menu highlights such as Wagyu bresaola with romesco, pickled zuchinni and togarashi, Seared Scallop Artichoke Pureé, Parsley Pangrattato or Roasted John Dory Pureé All’olio Fennel, Sea Herbs.Or perhaps wind down after a busy day at La Madonna Bar. With plenty of comfortable couches and dimly lit corners to enjoy a cocktail, or two and a selection of snacks. Sink into a seat surrounded by wooden barrels and glass bottles ageing various cocktails, tinctures and spirits.
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4. Ishizuka
4.8
Exceptional(41)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 8 times today
Awarded two hats at the 2025 Good Food Guide Awards, Ishizuka is renowned for its contemporary interpretation of Kaiseki—an elevated and intricate culinary art form, practiced exclusively by Japan’s most expert culinary master Katsuji Yoshino. Each Kaiseki meal is a multi-course journey that celebrates the integrity of seasonal ingredients, with a balance of flavours and textures that are as artistically presented as they are meticulously crafted.Designed by esteemed architecture and design practice Russell & George, Ishizuka was awarded Restaurant of the Year at the 2019 Frame Awards in Amsterdam, International Winner in the Australia & Pacific Restaurant category at the prestigious Restaurant & Bar Design Awards in London, and Restaurant Design of the Year at the 2018 Eat Drink Design Awards in Melbourne.
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5. Allegro Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(79)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 2 times 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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6. Pearl Chablis and Oyster Bar
4.7
Exceptional(24)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD
An intimate bar & dining space in Melbourne, dedicated to nature’s perfect pairing. We invite you to enjoy Melbourne's premier Modern Australian restaurant. Book your Chefs Table & experience our new 7 course Tasting Menu.A wine connoisseur’s dream, peruse the largest collection of Chablis in the World, with over 800 wines from all over Chablis and Burgundy.
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7. Champagne Problems
4.0
Excellent(3)
Price: Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Melbourne CBD
Champagne Problems is the city’s new fave bar. Being the sister venue of Evies Disco Diner in Fitzroy, Champagne Problems brings that quirky brilliance to the CBD while still maintaining elevated camp.Serving retro nibbles as well as tasty sit down meals, you'll find everything to suit your needs with us!With an extensive house cocktail menu & champagne and bubbles free flowing until the late hours of the night.A steady CBD go-to that nails every need: a sunny, refined space with a magnetic aesthetic, garnished with a delicious menu, excellent drinks and upbeat tunes.Now introducing our Boozy Bottomless Brunch to the CBD every Saturday from 11am! With drag performances, bottomless nibbles and booze, come celebrate all occasions with us every week!
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8. Blue Diamond
3.0
Good(3)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Perched above the Melbourne CBD on the 15th floor, a cocktail bar and restaurant with Japanese fare… An elevated Blue Diamond returns. Be entertained amongst the city lights from residents DJ and international acts in the elegant environment which is BLUE DIAMOND. From romantic dates to lively group dinners & decadent cocktails, allow yourself to be seduced in the sky.
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9. Charlie's Bar
5.0
Exceptional(0)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Melbourne CBD
Charlie’s is a sexy, sophisticated Melbourne CBD cocktail bar nestled beneath the critically acclaimed Mill Restaurant.Housed within a converted warehouse of infinite rustic charm, Charlie’s is a Melbourne Bar Mecca for outstanding cocktails, food, and service. Charlie’s Bar boasts exposed brick, dark wood and polished concrete fused with the luxury of soft leather sofas and golden wallpaper Charlie’s will seduce your senses from the very moment your feet hit the stairs and you emerge into the warm glow of the candle lit lounge. Being a person of immaculate taste, Charlie has a penchant for the finer things in life (such as eating and drinking!). With this in mind, Charlie and his team have lovingly put together a cocktail list that reflects a mix of classics alongside some new found favorites, ensuring a wide variety of flavors to sate the appetite of even the most discerning connoisseur.
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10. Pullman Melbourne City Centre
5.0
Exceptional(1)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Melbourne CBD
Pullman Melbourne City Centre is proud to present the best culinary events in Melbourne. Boasting 4 distinct venues including Eva's Restaurant & Bar, Blossom Rooftop Melbourne, Private Dining Room 1954 and Elevate Club Lounge. - Eva's Restaurant & Bar: Eva's brings you heartfelt cooking with a contemporary edge in a beautifully designed interior. - Blossom Rooftop Bar: Melbourne CBD's highest rooftop bar with views across the city. Including a large interior space adorned with plants and artwork as well as an expansive outdoor area with the best views in town.- Private Dining Room 1954: A grand private dining space, perfect for sophisticated dining or events. With unbeatable views of Melbourne, Room 1954 is a great space to celebrate.- Elevate Club Lounge: A stunning award-winning and luxurious space that always impresses. Breath-taking views across the city and 5 star service ensure that all of events are seamless and memorable

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