Best Restaurants for Groups in Smiths Gully

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72 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Chotto Motto Collingwood restaurant

1. Chotto Motto Collingwood

4.7

Exceptional(328)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Collingwood

Booked 15 times today

One of the most unique dining venues in Melbourne. Amazing Japanese food served in fun and eclectic collection of wall to wall Showa Era Japanese Vintage. Enjoy amazing hand-made Japanese Dumplings served in Chott Motto's famous Crispy Chili Oil in addition to traditional Japanese classics such as succulent Chicken Karaage, silky Agedashi Tofu, and more. Immerse yourself in a truly unique atmosphere, surrounded by vintage Showa Era Japanese antiques that adorn every wall and make Chotto Motto a super fun unqiue venue.

2. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3263)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 109 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.

3. Maven by Morgan

4.7

Exceptional(130)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 24 times today

Step into Maven, Fitzroy's lively and stylish dining spot by Morgan Hipworth. Enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dishes designed for sharing, alongside innovative cocktails in a relaxed and buzzing atmosphere. Whether for a casual night out or a special occasion, Maven offers memorable moments over great food and drinks.

A photo of Straight Outta Saigon restaurant

4. Straight Outta Saigon

4.6

Exceptional(1137)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 30 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!

5. Cha Ching

4.4

Awesome(464)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 40 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!

6. Clover

4.9

Exceptional(147)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Richmond

Booked 26 times today

Clover is a restaurant and wine bar on Swan Street, Richmond with a focus on good produce, good wine and good times, cooked and served with care and intent, reflective of modern European bistro's.

A photo of Kushiro Fusion Cuisine restaurant

7. Kushiro Fusion Cuisine

4.8

Exceptional(36)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Fitzroy

Booked 5 times today

Kushiro - MelbourneNestled in a 100-year-old heritage building in Fitzroy, Kushiro blends historic charm with modern culinary artistry. Inspired by Melbourne's vibrant laneway dining and street art culture, the restaurant features a beautiful bar, Japanese-inspired lamps, chandeliers, and a striking graffiti wall depicting a fishing village in Hokkaido.Kushiro's menu combines traditional Japanese techniques with contemporary flavors, offering standout dishes like Scampi Tartare, Cured Salmon, Chef Po’s Char Siu, Slow Roasted Short Rib, Confit Duck, and Tofu Panna Cotta. Patrons can also enjoy Kushiro's exclusive brand of sake, crafted in Japan.Kushiro enriches Melbourne's diverse culinary scene with its unique offerings and vibrant atmosphere.

8. Suzie Q

4.6

Exceptional(138)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Windsor

Booked 28 times today

Suzie Q was unapologetically rebellious, alluring and ahead of her time. Bathed in the red glow of oriental charm, her underground chinese restaurant was a well-kept secret by those in the know during the 80’s in downtown San Francisco; a hidden gem drawing people in from across the city with her timeless dishes and unforgettable ambiance. Suzie Q embodies the indulgence of this rich legacy, re-imagined through a modern lens and coupled with retro oriental charm, classic chinese fare and contemporary cocktails.

9. Lee Ho Fook

4.6

Exceptional(91)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 10 times today

Lee Ho Fook means ‘good fortune for your mouth’ - inspired from the Warren Zevon lyrics in Werewolves of London.A Chinese restaurant, hidden down a Melbourne laneway, off the iconic Flinders Lane dining precinct.Our cuisine takes the legacy of deliciousness given to us by generations of Chinese Australians and taking it to a highly personal and creative direction.A new style of Chinese cuisine.From the mind of Victor Liong.

10. Ms Ava

4.4

Awesome(33)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 2 times today

Named after the iconic actress Ava Gardner, Ms Ava embodies timeless beauty, charm, and sophistication, much like the hotel it resides in. Just as Ava Gardner was known for her warmth and graciousness, we strive to create a welcoming and enchanting ambiance where patrons can indulge in a variety of food and beverages and create unforgettable moments.

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Kim
New South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Beautiful food and amazing service. Will definitely be back.
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Maven by MorganPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Fitzroy
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4.7
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Jo
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A great location for catching up with friends after work. A fun vibe and super yummy food.
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Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Amanda
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We loved the food and ambiance at HoChi Mama with great service
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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JanetL
Melbourne •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was fabulous and the wait staff excellent. The venue is just a bit acoustically challenged
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Straight Outta SaigonPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Andrew
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 22, 2025
Great venue for Japanese experience and food was amazing
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Chotto Motto CollingwoodPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Collingwood
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4.7

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