Best Romantic Restaurants in Elsternwick

72 restaurants available nearby

1. Aromi

4.6

Exceptional(306)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Brighton

Booked 8 times today

Aromi, a name resonating with a profound connection to Italy’s culinary tale, entrenched in the aromatic essence of rosemary and an array of herbs. Across each region, a distinctive symphony of herbs gracefully dances to enhance local dishes, forming a celebration of flavours that transcends the ordinary.Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of Italy’s rustic Renaissance, every detail of our space is thoughtfully curated to greet you with an ambiance that exudes warmth and style. Whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner or celebrating a special occasion, our restaurant located on New Street in Brighton, promises an incredible dining experience. At Aromi, you are more than a guest; you are embraced with the heart of Italian-style comradeship.

2. Yugen Dining

4.6

Exceptional(483)

Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • South Yarra

Booked 31 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.

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3. Ripponlea Food and Wine

4.7

Exceptional(134)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Ripponlea

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to Ripponlea Food & Wine, a local modern European restaurant in the heart of Ripponlea village. Creating signature flavours & personalised service is our passion and we’re all about comfort, style & a little bit fancy without the fuss.

4. Bottarga Brighton

5.0

Exceptional(16)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Brighton

Booked 3 times today

Step into a space where each dish is a meticulously crafted masterpiece, showcasing the best in culinary excellence. Our menu is a unique fusion of the finest global ingredients, reimagining traditional flavors with a modern Italian twist and a hint of Asian influence. Delight in this unforgettable culinary journey with either a 2- or 3-course menu or our full tasting experience at $160 per person.With just 18 seats in front of our fully open kitchen, Bottarga offers a rare, intimate dining experience where you can witness the magic unfold. We are proud to be Brighton’s only one-hatted restaurant, recognized by The Age Good Food Guide, awarded two glasses in the Australian Wine List of the Year Awards, and celebrated by Wine Spectator.

5. Cecconi's Toorak

4.6

Exceptional(140)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Toorak

Booked 10 times today

A lavish European dining experience, serving some of Melbourne’s finest Italian cuisine. Designed as a sister restaurant to the original Cecconi’s in Flinders Lane, our second venue brings a touch of luxury, refinement and ‘buonissimo’ to Melbourne’s inner-east enclave. Inspired by its heritage in Italy’s northern regions, and the masters of Italian design, our Toorak venue offers a modern evolution of classic European dining, with a strong Melbourne sensibility. A journey of intimate spaces, luxurious finishes, bespoke detailing and sculptural forms.Cecconi’s Toorak adds a contemporary touch to Melbourne’s culinary landscape, whilst maintaining the high-end Italian hospitality that has made Cecconi’s a Melbourne dining institution for more than twenty years.

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6. DOC Pizza & Pasta Bar, St Kilda

4.5

Awesome(101)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • St Kilda

Booked 17 times today

DOC is moving to Port Phillip Bay! Join us to enjoy a modern take on classic Italian hospitality, with a glimpse into dining in Italy’s present day. Our menu features the best of pizza, pasta and secondi, with an ode to seafood to honour our seaside move. A preview of our menu is available on our website directly. A presto!

7. Windsor Wine Room

4.6

Exceptional(64)

Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Windsor

Booked 23 times today

Nestled in the heart of Chapel Street, Windsor Wine Room is an intimate space to indulge in good food, exceptional wine and familiar company. Savour a curated selection of wines, carefully paired with smaller bites and larger dishes to share that showcase a modern European-accented menu.

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8. Malena Cucina & Bar

4.9

Exceptional(6)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Elsternwick

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Malena, where the allure of Monica Bellucci’s elegance inspires an authentic Italian dining experience in the heart of Brighton. Our restaurant is named in homage to her timeless grace, embodying the essence of Italian cuisine and hospitality.At Malena, we meticulously craft each dish to celebrate Italy’s culinary heritage. From our handcrafted pastas to our expertly prepared seafood and decadent desserts, every plate is a testament to our dedication to quality and flavor. We source the finest local ingredients and combine traditional recipes with a contemporary touch, ensuring a dining experience that delights the senses.Situated in a charming locale, Malena offers a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for romantic dinners, family gatherings, and memorable celebrations. Join us to indulge in the flavors of Italy, paired with exceptional wines and attentive service, as we invite you to experience the essence of Malena.

9. Love Letter

4.8

Exceptional(63)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Richmond

Booked 17 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

10. Toorak Cellars

4.9

Exceptional(88)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Armadale

Booked 21 times today

Toorak Cellars is equal parts bottle shop and wine bar, located just opposite Toorak station on Beatty Avenue in Armadale. Our aim is simple: to source, acquire and serve the best wines we can find at any given price point, from Australia and around the world.We believe strongly in the idea that wine should taste like fruit and minerals instead of oak and alcohol. The wines we serve should reflect with great clarity the soil from which they were grown, and the four seasons that passed through that vineyard during a specific vintage.We serve a constantly changing twenty wines by-the-glass, or you can open any bottle straight off the shelf. We don't have a kitchen, but if you're hungry we do have some creative ways of feeding you.Great wine is for everyone, and everyone is welcome. See you soon at the Cellars!

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Henning
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very friendly staff. Accomodation and attending .
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Ripponlea Food and WinePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Ripponlea
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4.7
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Federico
Northern Territory •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 Dec 2024
Hands down one of the best culinary experiences of my life. Every dish is perfectly balanced in flavour, consistency and colour. The quality of the ingredients is exceptional and the wine wilst has no end. Cannot report even the slightest issue, the staff is ready to help on every aspect and with the open space kitchen you can see everything happening all around, very tidy and clean. If I ever come back to Melbourne this will be on my MUST list and I'll definitely recommend this venue to all friends visiting the city.
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Bottarga BrightonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Brighton
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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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Deb
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Dec 2024
Great night out! Food excellent,.. love you can order an entree size for main course 👍👍👍… Great recommendations from our waiter and we were second last table to leave! 10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Cecconi's ToorakPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Toorak
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4.6
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Jane
London •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
Aromi is an absolute fave. It has everything. A talented kitchen team, led by the wonderful Paolo. A creative, delicious, well priced menu and a great list of wines. Fun, friendly helpful and well trained staff. And a delicious ambiance
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AromiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Brighton
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4.6

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72 restaurants available nearby

1. Aromi

2. Yugen Dining

3. Ripponlea Food and Wine

4. Bottarga Brighton

5. Cecconi's Toorak

6. DOC Pizza & Pasta Bar, St Kilda

7. Windsor Wine Room

8. Malena Cucina & Bar

9. Love Letter

10. Toorak Cellars

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