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4.6
Exceptional(3161)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 66 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.
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4.6
Exceptional(67)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 2 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.
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4.9
Exceptional(1851)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 11 times today
Vue de monde is a testament to the belief that dining can be a wondrous and unforgettable experience. The ever-changing chef’s menu pays homage to classical fine dining in a modern context by exploring the beauty of native Australian ingredients. While in the past the menu looked to Europe for inspiration, Executive Chef Hugh Allen continues to celebrate the unparalleled quality of home-grown produce with thoughtfully considered dishes committed to seasonality and locality. Vue de monde has been synonymous with Melbourne dining for almost 20 years, continuing to present an exciting and dynamic experience with a progression of flavours and sense of curiosity. The whimsical spirit at the heart of the Vue de monde menu has not been lost throughout the years, with the lighter-handed and more natural approach to cooking being no less infused with theatre.
A photo of Lagoon Dining restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(525)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Carlton
Booked 3 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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4.5
Awesome(412)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 35 times today
Cha Ching is a real treat for foodies. The Asian fusion menu is a creative take on traditional dishes, with a unique blend of flavors that reviewers love. From the 'Feed Me' menu option to the salmon sashimi and beef tartare, it's all about the food here. The service is also praised, with attentive staff and quick service. As one reviewer puts it, 'every dish we ordered was beautifully presented and tasted delicious.'
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4.7
Exceptional(535)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 11 times today
Freyja is a foodie haven with a Michelin-starred chef, Jae Bang, leading the kitchen with a 'New Nordic' approach to Australian dining. Reviewers consistently rave about the excellent, flavorful dishes and beautiful presentation. The 'modern romantic ambiance' and 'attentive service' only add to the dining experience. One reviewer even mentioned the 'artistic and very fine' nature of the food, emphasizing the unique and creative approach to culinary art.
A photo of Rice Queen Oriental Diner and Bar restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(160)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Fitzroy
Booked 2 times today
A fun packed kitsch Pan-Asian diner with DJ's and a private Karaoke room. Serving delicious food that encompasses the dynamic flavours of the region and the vibrant culture of Fitzroy.
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4.8
Exceptional(1264)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 5 times today
Trattoria Emilia is a foodie paradise. It's run by chefs from Modena in Emilia Romagna, Italy, who create authentic dishes using seasonal produce and fresh pasta. Reviewers rave about the restaurant's 'delicious traditional Italian food with a modern twist', 'excellent food and service', and the 'beautiful, authentic, delicious food'. The restaurant's ambiance and service are also highly praised, making it a top choice for casual dining, a romantic date night, or a quick lunch.
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4.6
Exceptional(603)
Price: Very Expensive
• Filipino • Melbourne CBD
Booked 17 times today
When Ross Magnaye and Shane Stafford started Serai, their vision was to create a restaurant that would fit perfectly in the heart of the Philippines. To replicate the spirit, vitality, passion and sense of fun, they knew Serai would become a home from home for our diners.​At our restaurant, right in the heart of Melbourne, you can watch the chefs prepare and fresh food daily in our open kitchen at the chef’s omakase table or relax in the restaurant and bar with a glass of our hand picked, vin naturel selections or signature cocktails.
A photo of The Atlantic Restaurant restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1531)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Southbank
Booked 47 times today
When you sit down for a meal at The Atlantic, you can expect nothing short of an impeccable culinary experience from beginning to end. As a waterfront seafood restaurant in Southbank, Crown Casino, we offer an indulgent menu of fresh, wild and sustainably-sourced seafood, unique oyster varieties and pristine shellfish. Reeled in from local waters, our team celebrates the full array of seafood that Australia has to offer.Whether you choose to pair your culinary experience with the stylish atmosphere of our elegantly modern dining area, or the laidback ambience of our open-air, riverside terrace, you will soon discover why many customers refer to us as the best seafood restaurant in Melbourne CBD.
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  • Molly
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Vue de Monde. The service was incredible, with great attention to detail. The food was the best I have ever had in my life, with many of the dishes containing ingredients I don't usually like yet being my favourite of the night. An experience my partner and I will never forget. Thank you to all the staff for such a memorable experience.
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    Vue de mondePrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• Melbourne CBD
    4.9
  • Anne
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We were so impressed with everything on our night out at Lagoon. We booked and arrived in good time. The restaurant was very busy but well worth the little wait we had. The maitre d' was efficient and welcoming. We took a little while to make up our minds as everything sounded lovely. Our food was delicious, such good flavours. My husband who notices music more than I do said how perfect the music was to create a good ambience. We really enjoyed our evening and will return. Definitely a special night out - Keat is a brilliant chef!
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    Lagoon DiningPrice: Expensive• Asian• Carlton
    4.8
  • Susan
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    It’s lovely that we were greeted twice by two separate wait staff who were very friendly, but then it took time to get their attention to order. Food was amazing but with items the delicious Betel Leaf with Prawn, we really needed some wipes to clean sticky fingers. We did our best with napkins, but as an entree I felt sticky for the remainder of the meal. Awesome restaurant and there was a lovely American girl, should have got her name, but she was the hostess that I would like to see in my organisation, where I working on guest experience standards. I will be back!
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    Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
    4.6
  • Robyn
    Melbourne •6 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Service from Jamie was great. We were sitting in a corner so it was noisy, sound bouncing from everywhere. Their “feed me” style option looked like good value. We chose not to do that as one person in our party just doesn’t. Food is kinda pricey if going a la carte so I would recommend doing it. All items we ate were super tasty! Cocktails were fun.
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    Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
    4.5
  • George
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 13 Dec 2024
    Food service was a little slow between courses. At one stage 6 of had empty wine glasses despite paying $100 a head for the wine and having to order 2 bottles to get a drink
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    Lee Ho FookPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Melbourne CBD
    4.6
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