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1. Old Man Drew
4.6
Exceptional(241)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Ascot Vale
Booked 42 times today
At Old Man Drew, we know that memories are to be cherished. Are you coming to visit us to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, retirement, or any special occasion with a small group for breakfast of lunch? Think about booking one of our exclusively set celebration tables in the café, atrium or garden. Enjoy a special spot set with white linen, fine china, fresh flowers and glass ware, a truly beautiful setting. Please request in one of our celebration tables when you make your table booking. The charge starts from $40 per table, which is payable at the time of booking.
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2. Ascot Vale Hotel
4.6
Exceptional(320)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Ascot Vale
Booked 9 times today
The Ascot Vale Hotel welcomes everyone to experience a relaxed and comfortable corner pub that has been taken back to its former glory. This 1875 gem caters for everyone, whether you are hopping off the tram for a quick glass, impressing a loved one or celebrating an event with close friends or family. Here’s Luck to seeing you soon!
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3. TROMBAR
3.9
Excellent(21)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Ascot Vale
Trombar is a Bar Restaurant where you can spend a wonderful evening whit your friends there is live music where you can dance all night.We got a beautiful Italian restaurant that serve high quality Italian cuisine. Our signature dish is linguine whit lobster or hand made pasta including how testing meat ribeye ,eyes fillet or Salmon on the grill inside there are three bars where you can drink your favorite cocktail and spirits .The atmosphere it’s very electric and fun where you can spend a nice evening in the company of freind and meet other people as well We recommend you come visit us to spend a nice special evening whit your friends. See you soon
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4. Funghi E Tartufo
4.4
Awesome(89)
Price: Moderate
• Vegan • Melbourne CBD
Booked 19 times today
Funghi e Tartufo' - Italian plant based restaurantWho ever said that to eat vegan and earth friendly food you need to renounce the delicacies of traditional Italian cuisine?Our Chef Alessandra D'Angelo moved to Australia from Sicily in 2009 and she has been working incessantly on vegetarian and vegan recipes since then.At Funghi e Tartufo, she have turned plant-based food into something so delicious that you won't desire anything else!In a converted 19th century warehouse in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Funghi e Tartufo – meaning Mushrooms and Truffle in honour of their signature dish – will offer you a unique experience leaving you breathless.The inspiration is traditional Italian and the vision is a modern and earth friendly way to marry deliciousness with plant based food.
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5. Shelanous
5.0
Exceptional(105)
Price: Very Expensive
• Australian • Port Melbourne
Booked 13 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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6. Hochi Mama CBD
4.6
Exceptional(3187)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 105 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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7. Cha Ching
4.5
Awesome(430)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 65 times today
Cha Ching is a hit for its vibrant Asian dishes and amazing cocktails. Reviewers rave about the 'amazing cocktails' and 'beautifully presented' food. They also appreciate the 'excellent service' and 'fast service'. The atmosphere is energetic, and the venue has a cool aesthetic. It's a great place to enjoy a meal with friends, with many reviewers mentioning the 'fun' and 'great night out' they had.
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8. Hochi Mama Richmond
4.6
Exceptional(1145)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Richmond
Booked 59 times today
After being the ‘life-of-the-party’ in downtown CBD for the last six years, Mama’s ready to kick-start another exciting new venture in the wild, wild East! And where better for this Tiger Mama to roar than the vibrant South-East Asian hub of flavour and culture that is Swan Street, Richmond! Mama's second-coming will be servin' you Eastside excellence! – but this sequel is just as good as the original! We’re beyond ecstatic to share this new space with the public and bring the Richmond tiger cubs some of Mama’s lovin’! The trademark of Mama’s dining experience is the ‘Feed Me Now’ offering! Patrons can bask in all the zingy and fiery flavours in Mama’s repertoire – indulging in a selection of our drool-worthy smaller, larger, and sides dishes – for an affordable spend per diner at $44.50 each!
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9. Serai Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(606)
Price: Very Expensive
• Filipino • Melbourne CBD
Booked 20 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.
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10. Johnny's Green Room
4.2
Awesome(91)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Carlton
Booked 31 times today
Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.
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  • Peter
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We dined today at the Ascot Vale Hotel and all enjoyed the excellent value 'Tradies Lunch'. At $25 for the meal including a glass of wine and a drink, it is great value. I highly recommend the Barramundi and chips!! But, more importantly, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Isaac was our 'Main Man' and he looked after the 5 of us very well. A very nice guy and we all appreciated his delightful sense of humour! Keep up the great work guys! PS: I have a bit of skin in the game, having been a barman for 3 years when completing my degree at Victoria Uni (ex FIT).
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    Ascot Vale HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• Ascot Vale
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    4.6
  • Raylene
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    From the moment we stepped inside, we were greeted with warm hospitality and an ambiance that transported us into an emporium of fantasy!!!! Whereby, we didn’t want the night to end !! We wanted to stay in wonderland of culinary expertise !!! Every bite is a symphony of flavours and every dish was a work of art, that kept on giving… Each dish is a masterpiece, showcasing the chef's creativity and passion for food and love of his culinary expertise. It wasn’t just a meal, it was an unforgettable journey through the seasons.. Wow wow Wow !!! I don’t think any other restaurant would match what you have created !!! It is the best restaurant in Australia.
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    ShelanousPrice: Very Expensive• Australian• Port Melbourne
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    5
  • Dianne
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 2 Jan 2025
    One of the best dining experiences I have ever had. The food was absolutely delicious and I love the lively atmosphere of the outside area in the laneway.
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    Funghi E TartufoPrice: Moderate• Vegan• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.4
  • CharlieVIP
    Melbourne •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 22 Dec 2024
    Was introduced to this fascinating place and love it. Introduced it to friends for brunch. We all loved it. The service is good the ambience and the food divine and the atmosphere superb. Just love the place !
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    Old Man DrewPrice: Moderate• Café• Ascot Vale
    •
    4.6
  • stevan
    Melbourne •1 review
    4.0
    Dined on 7 Dec 2024
    We absolutely loved Tromba. The food and service were second to none The ambience was amazing 👏 🤩
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    TROMBARPrice: Expensive• Italian• Ascot Vale
    •
    3.9

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