Best Romantic Restaurants in East Melbourne

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1. Geppetto Trattoria

4.8

Exceptional(101)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • East Melbourne

Booked 1 time today

Located in the bustling heart of Melbourne, adjacent to iconic venues such as the MCG, AAMI Park, and Rod Laver Arena, Geppetto Trattoria has been a cherished dining destination since 1981. Under the skilled ownership of Nino Cea and his son Adriano, this restaurant has earned a reputation as one of Melbourne's best spots for authentic home-style Italian cooking.Geppetto Trattoria offers a menu that features a variety of famous dishes that have delighted diners for decades. From the rich and savoury Osso Buco to the classic and comforting Spaghetti Pescatora, each dish is prepared with care and expertise, capturing the essence of traditional Italian cuisine.Whether you're craving the hearty flavours of the Lasagna al Forno or the freshness of the Eggplant parmigiana made with locally grown tomatoes, Geppetto Trattoria ensures the best of Italian gastronomy. Step into this welcoming and relaxed atmosphere and immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Geppetto Trattoria.

2. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(501)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 30 times today

Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.

3. Yugen Dining

4.6

Exceptional(483)

Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • South Yarra

Booked 36 times today

Yugen redefines dining after dark. A promise of an experience where food, drink, and music continue well into the night. A subterranean setting with a refined industrial feel, offering dishes and beverages influenced by the cultural richness of Asia. Tradition met with the intuition of a contemporary flair.

4. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1267)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 22 times today

Trattoria Emilia, located in Melbourne's CBD, is an Italian restaurant known for its authentic and seasonal dishes. The restaurant's ambiance, as described in reviews, is warm, cozy, and reminiscent of Italy. Couples have celebrated their anniversaries here and the restaurant is often referred to as a perfect spot for romantic dinners. The attentive and professional service, combined with the high-quality food and cosy atmosphere, make Trattoria Emilia an ideal place for a romantic evening out.

5. Cha Ching

4.5

Awesome(432)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 44 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. Love Letter

4.8

Exceptional(63)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Richmond

Booked 13 times today

Dear Richmond,This little restaurant is our love letter to food. It's our happy little place, where we get to live the joy of feeding people everyday. We all grew up in spaces that equated food with love, just like this place. Everything we have done here is deliberate, from the art on the walls to the produce we use. We've made a point of sourcing ingredients from some of the best suppliers in the state, making sure that our menu reflects what's in season. For us, this place is about experience: we try our best to make you feel both at home and 'out for something special'. Every plate that comes back wiped clean by someone who just couldn't get enough is a 'the hard work is worth it' moment for us. Matty & Tee From Love Letter, with love x

7. Meatmaiden

4.7

Exceptional(1356)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 35 times today

Meatmaiden is one hell of a steakhouse. Bringing you the best barbecue and grill in Melbourne, our large and energetic basement restaurant and bar and down-to-earth staff make us the perfect CBD venue for intimate dinners, work lunches, special occasions or functions.We're part steakhouse, part smokehouse - with a unique and eclectic mix of premium steaks and smoked meats. We've been fine-tuning that approach for the last ten years to bring you the best meat around - dry-ageing select local cuts like O'Connor rib eye, tending the fire to smoke grass-fed short ribs over ironbark and pairing with signature dishes like our lobster mac cheese.Our carefully-curated wine list focuses on some great Australian winemakers, with six taps of craft beer and quirky cocktails completing the line up.You will find Meatmaiden on Little Collins St - walking distance from Flinders St Station and Parliament Station, the MCG and Rod Laver Arena and entertainment venues s

8. Luci

4.4

Awesome(209)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 1 time today

Luci is a contemporary Australian restaurant set in the grand hall of Melbourne’s historic Equity Chambers building.Its art deco styled dining room – designed by Bates Smart – provides a sophisticated backdrop to a contemporary Australian menu with Italian accents.Celebrating Melbourne’s history of Italian immigrants and its evolution into a cosmopolitan culinary city, Luci is a contemporary Australian restaurant housed within the grand hall of the historic Equity Chambers Building.

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9. No.100 Flinders Lane

4.7

Exceptional(111)

Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 6 times today

Located on the iconic Flinders Lane, No.100 is a wine bar offering a modern Lebanese dining experience.

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10. Allegro Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(75)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 3 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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Mandie
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Came here to celebrate my friends birthday and we went for the all you can eat yum cha. I came here last time and the food came out quite quickly, however this time the food was delayed for a significantly longer time, and the waitress didn't seem to know what she was doing, missing dishes that we had to keep asking for. I went to pay the bill and the server apologised for the delay and did not charge us for the drinks which I was not expecting! Wonderful gesture from the restaurant and I thank them for making things right, it was really appreciated and made our day :)
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Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.5
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Herbert
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Again we had a great dining experience. Very delicious food and drinks.
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Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Karen
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It feels like stepping into Italy. A lovely dining experience at Emilia. Fabulous authentic Italian food and service. Thank you.
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Trattoria EmiliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.8
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Chi
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 Dec 2024
We love how flavourful all the dishes were and the atmosphere was amazing!
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Yugen DiningPrice: Very Expensive• Asian• South Yarra
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4.6
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Peter
Melbourne •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 Dec 2024
An iconic Melbourne restaurant, Geppetto’s did not fail to provide excellent service, amazing food and great value. Highly recommend for authentic Italian fare.
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Geppetto TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• East Melbourne
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4.8

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1. Geppetto Trattoria

2. Kiss & Tell

3. Yugen Dining

4. Trattoria Emilia

5. Cha Ching

6. Love Letter

7. Meatmaiden

8. Luci

9. No.100 Flinders Lane

10. Allegro Restaurant

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