Best Romantic Restaurants in South Wharf

239 restaurants available nearby

1. Vue de monde

4.9

Exceptional(1828)

Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 18 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.

2. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1243)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 19 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.

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3. The Atlantic Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(1518)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Southbank

Booked 32 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.

4. Meatmaiden

4.6

Exceptional(1334)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 26 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

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5. Bodega Underground

4.4

Awesome(1507)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 40 times today

A restaurant smuggled from Mexico to Melbourne. Find Little Bourke Street’s late night mezcal bar and taqueria hidden underground in the China Town precinct, and open 7 days a week until late, including lunch Thursday - Sunday. Try a Tequila or Mezcal cocktail, or speak to our team about sipping some exciting Agave spirits instead. The $59 Feed Me banquet offers great value and a huge mix of traditional Mexican street food, plus some dishes with a twist. We also offer a $75 Bottomless Brunch on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays, with unlimited cocktails and 5 dishes; or a Pre-Theatre deal available every night of the week. We are located on the corner of Little Bourke and Crossley Street, Melbourne, with a moody bar and dining area perfect for both a quiet drink, or a larger celebration.

6. Kiss & Tell

4.6

Exceptional(468)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 26 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.

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7. Straight Outta Saigon

4.6

Exceptional(1084)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 31 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!

8. Yugen Dining

4.6

Exceptional(473)

Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • South Yarra

Booked 25 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.

9. Ototo

3.7

Very Good(370)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 13 times today

Discover a hidden gem beneath the city streets at our contemporary Asian restaurant. Located underground, our venue boasts a full bar and an exquisite menu that promises a fusion of flavors. Delight in the Chef's Tasting Menu, a curated selection of favorites. Savor dishes like Kingfish Sashimi with truffle ponzu, or popular wagyu tataki. Dumpling enthusiasts can relish our diverse range, while main courses feature delights such as 48-Hour Black Angus Short Ribs and Signature 14-Day Dry Aged Duck. Don't forget to pair your meal with creative cocktails from our bar. Complete your journey with decadent desserts like Chocolate Fondant and Pandan Creme Brulee.

10. Shelanous

5.0

Exceptional(86)

Price: Very Expensive

• Australian • Port Melbourne

Booked 2 times today

Born from a Melbourne sunset, our pop-up restaurant, Shelanous, evolved into a multi-sensory journey, blending Melbourne’s seasons into each dish. As we transitioned to “Shelanous”, we retained the essence of sharing, embodied in “nous,” meaning “our” or “us” in Hebrew and French.

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Baden-Württemberg •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
best seafood restaurant in Melbourne. Food and Service are really outstanding
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The Atlantic RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Southbank
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4.4
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Jessevip
Philadelphia County •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was amazing and a show. Views were as advertised. Service was outstanding.
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Vue de mondePrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• Melbourne CBD
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4.9
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Josh
South Australia •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
If you're even in Melbourne for a holiday or a local, you're life won't feel as fulfilling until you've experienced Meatmaiden, I can't make this up! The food was impeccable, the service was amazing, and the atmosphere is second to none. If I could afford it, I would go every night.
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MeatmaidenPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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ChrisA
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Hidden down a cute laneway in an old motor garage is one of the very best Italian restaurants in the city ... actually, one of the best places to eat! Their Gnocco (atteptiser) is a fluffy savoury starter that never fails to get my guests to say "oh ... wow". Great sharing food (or don't share) and excellent wines (mostly Italian). Pastas are unique, the mains amazing. I visit regularly. Not cheap but certainly not over the top.
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Trattoria EmiliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.8
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Angelica
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Amazing food, delicious cocktails and nice service. Great value the bottomless brunch. Get prepared for the chicken if you like spicy food 🥵
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Bodega UndergroundPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Melbourne CBD
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4.4

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239 restaurants available nearby

1. Vue de monde

2. Trattoria Emilia

3. The Atlantic Restaurant

4. Meatmaiden

5. Bodega Underground

6. Kiss & Tell

7. Straight Outta Saigon

8. Yugen Dining

9. Ototo

10. Shelanous

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