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Amarillo Fitzroy
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(140)With Happy Hour every day from open to 7 pm, Amarillo is a neighbourhood bar, with stunning food and beautiful drinks.
Somewhere to come for amazing wine, share plates, $16 Negronis & other specials every day to 7pm, a glass of Manzanilla & freshly shucked oysters, a date with cocktails and delicious food, meeting friends for birthday drinks and late-night dining. All in a room with beautiful light, high ceilings and a great sound system. There's also plenty of outdoor seating if you'd like to catch some sunshine. Timeless and welcoming.
Please call 0431 040 870 or email bookings@amarillofitzroy.com.auBistra
Price: Expensive•Australian•4.9(127)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.
ISH
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Indian•4.8(30)Since November 2018, Fitzroy’s Gertrude Street has been home to ISH, a lively, inventive Indian restaurant. Serving up contemporary Indian cuisine, the restaurant’s ethos is rooted in the liminal: its inspirations both traditional and modern, its flavours both familiar and surprising, its spirit both global and local. It serves to represent, through food, the dynamism that so defines modern-day India. ISH is Indian-ish, yes, but also Australian; modern-ish, yes, but also classic. In short, it delivers what can only be described as ‘unexpected India.’Joanne's Pizzeria & Bar
Price: Moderate•Pizza Bar•4.8(66)Serving traditional and unauthentic pizza, including a plant-based & GF menu, in an intimate and cozy Victorian terrace in the heart of Rathdowne Village, Carlton North.
TOTE Bar & Dining
Price: Expensive•Australian•4.6(246)A contemporary bar and restaurant, serving modern-Australian dishes with seasonal eating in mind.
Channelling the timeless allure of 1930's design, the interior boasts rich oak panelling, emerald hues, decadent leather and bronze finishes. The space offers three intimate dining areas, known as The Northern Terrace, The Dining Room and The Cellar - our Private Dining Room.
The main feature of TOTE is casual dining with premium quality food from well sourced high quality and sustainable produce.
It features a contemporary offering from coffee, craft beer and creative cocktails to carefully curated local & imported wines and spirits.
The bar itself is modelled to the development’s quintessential roots – the racecourse – and is aptly shaped in an oval form to mirror it.Bluestone American BBQ
Price: Expensive•Barbecue•4.8(767)Bluestone American BBQ features a Latin American spin on authentic low and slow traditions from the US BBQ belt. Chef Alvaro Malel draws inspiration from his Uruguayan heritage, and his passion for cuisines from both American continents to reimagine smoked classics like Yearling Beef Short Rib with chimichurri, and Pit-Braised Pulled Lamb with salsa criolla and arepas.
His talent for bringing together the best of North and South American food traditions has been a drawcard for diners across Melbourne since the restaurant opened seven years ago. He credits the success of Bluestone to his Uruguayan culture and heritage, which is all about “food, family and fire…BBQ is a feature of all my best memories. There’s no better way to celebrate milestones, or to just kick back and have fun with the people you love. Bluestone has always been about creating that experience for other people.”
Goldy's! Tavern
Price: Moderate•Gastro Pub•4.8(174)”There’s something magical about Goldy’s! Maybe it’s how the sun streaks through the front windows and bathes the pool table in light that makes the silver balls sparkle, or maybe how if you look closely at your beer you realise the bubbles are dancing in pairs to the surface, or it could simply be how everyone’s favourite song seems to be playing when they walk in. You can’t quite place where the magic comes from, but if you sit at the orange bar long enough and listen to the laughter and stories being shared around, you realise, with the right type of eyes, that the magic comes from the shared love of everyone within. This is a pub where your new best friend sits waiting, this is the pub where long lasting friendships are forged. This is Goldy’s!, and it’s magical.”
Matthew O’Brien, local legendChotto Motto Collingwood
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.7(331)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 Chotto 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 unique venue.
Local Chook
Price: Moderate•Vietnamese•4.7(163)Moonee Ponds Local Chook is a favourite among locals for its imaginative/fusion take on Vietnamese cuisine, served in a modern restaurant.
For starters, the Bao Buns are sensational selections. Some of Local Chook’s specialty/popular dishes include the Red Chicken Curry and Twice cooked scotch fillet in plum sauce, as well as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free dishes.Laksa King Flemington
Price: Moderate•Malaysian•4.7(13)At Laksa King, we bring the authentic flavors of Malaysia to life with our famous Curry Laksa—a rich, aromatic coconut broth filled with fresh prawns, chicken, and fragrant spices. Combining traditional recipes with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, we offer a warm and welcoming dining experience that’s perfect for lovers of Malaysian cuisine. Whether you’re craving a comforting bowl of laksa or exploring our street food classics, Laksa King promises a true taste of Malaysia.
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- MMattMelbourne •2 reviews5.0Dined todayAwesome local Pizza restaurant Pizzas are great Service A1 Recommend to get thereMore infoJoanne's Pizzeria & BarPrice: Moderate• Pizza Bar• Carlton North•4.8
- JJanetMelbourne •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 17, 2025Lovely French bistro with friendly and helpful waitstaff.More infoParis GoPrice: Expensive• French• Carlton•4.9
- SSaschaMelbourne •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 14, 2025Amazing food, amazing service and a lovely atmosphereMore infoAbla'sPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Carlton•4.7
- LLoreMelbourne •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 14, 2025Love this place so much! Welcoming ambience, amazing food and drinks, and friendly staff. I don't get to eat out very often because cost of living crisis, but it's my mission to eventually make my way through all their delicious mocktailsMore infoGreen Man's Arms Bar and RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Australian• Carlton•4.8
- AAlexandraSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 7, 2025We had a beautiful experience at Bistra. Everything was perfect - the setting, service, food and atmosphere. The occasion was a special one, and the experience was elevated thanks to the wonderful service we had, and delicious food. Highly recommend and will be returning for sure.More infoBistraPrice: Expensive• Australian• Carlton•4.9
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