Best Casual Restaurants in Watsonia

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AbbotsfordAlphingtonAscot ValeBalwyn NorthBrunswickBundoora

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1. Watsonia RSL

4.5

Awesome(262)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Australian • Watsonia

Booked 11 times today

One of the best RSL Clubs in Victoria, located only 16 kilometers north of Melbourne and only minutes away from Watsonia Railway Station, Public Transport Buses and Greensborough Shopping Centre with a welcoming atmosphere to enjoy your outing.Our Club is open from 9.00 am every day and serves lunch and dinner 7 days a week. We also have a Courtesy Bus service within a 5km radius of our venue to pick you up and take you home and over 140 car parks directly outside our front door.FACILITIESThe Watsonia RSL offers the ultimate experience in entertainment, dining , functions and hospitality.Spread over two levels our facilities include bars, sports bar, bistro, lounge, a large private function room area, cafe, as well as a children’s indoor playground.We also have, TAB Kiosk’s, Club Keno, Fox Sports, Sky Channel and Sportspick!

2. TAVOLATA

4.8

Exceptional(344)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Preston

Booked 5 times today

Italian Pizzeria and pasta restaurant. Take a seat at the table and enjoy some homemade dishes, the best pizzas and Italian food, with some of the best wines from Italy and cocktails too! Showcasing our love for good food and good wine! A friendly environment for all to enjoy in Preston!

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3. Vatutto Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(63)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Ivanhoe

Booked 7 times today

Vatutto is a family run restaurant, Owners Paul and Myrto Recinella moved from their 16 year Institution at Zios East Melbourne to the Ivanhoe location in 2015. A full renovation was completed recently creating a modern yetelegant atmosphere. Vatutto translates from Italian to ‘Everything goes’ the menu here has a diverse flavour selection from all corners of the earth. Produce here is sourced from premium suppliers, and we use sustainable seafood from Australian or New Zealand waters, Wagyu beef from Gippsland, organic eggs, fruit and vegetables, and quality imported cheese, dairy products and flour. Bread is baked daily and all desserts, pastries and ice cream are all made on the premises using quality ingredients.

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4. Sir Henry Barkly Hotel

4.5

Awesome(412)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Heidelberg

Booked 8 times today

Barklys Hotel is a newly renovated pub in the heart of Heidelberg. The interior is modern industrial with a fun ambiance that works equally well for a night out with friends or a dinner with the family, with a newly renovated beer garden for the perfect social experience.We are located on the corner of Burgundy St and Cape St, five minutes drive from Ivanhoe, Rosanna, Macleod, Watsonia.We offer modern Australian bistro meals, pub favourites, tapas in our bar, cocktails and drink specials! With a heated terrace, foxtel, wifi and live music on Sundays, there is always something for everyone.Our kitchen stays open from Friday to Sunday 12pm- late

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5. Rivers Cafe and Foodstore

4.5

Awesome(2017)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Café • Yarrambat

Booked 31 times today

We are fully licensed Cafe and offer indoor table service and outside takeaway dining. Enjoy views of our garden and lakeside setting along with resident ducks, turtles and kangaroos! Celebration CakesWe do not allow cakes to be brought in, however we can make one for you with a minimum of 48 hours’ notice. Just call us on 9436 3210.About UsLocated within the iconic Rivers of Yarrambat Lifestyle Centre, we are known locally and regionally for our truly unique offer. Expect quality food, friendly service, health inspired dishes and home grown produce from our kitchen garden. Star dishes include our posh cheese, Berry crepes and Belgian lemon teacake.DietaryWe cater for vegetarian, gluten free, vegan and dairy free diets.

6. Takeaway Pizza

4.8

Exceptional(54)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Preston

Booked 21 times today

TAKEAWAY PIZZA is your local. Located at 535 High Street, Preston Takeaway Pizza doesn't just specialise in New York style thin pizza for a hungry local takeaway trade. We also have a fully stocked bar with huge TIKI party vibes and some crazy good drinks.It's a low key, any day, any occasion kind of joint. Inside think tropical wallpaper, a disco ball, bar seats for walk ins and tables for bookings! On the deck it's all about Pina Colada's in the sun. It is Melbourne, however, so naturally we have heaters and a retractable roof. Pizza, Booze & Good vibes only.

7. Franco & Co

4.4

Awesome(426)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Eltham

Booked 7 times today

Tucked away in the beautiful, leafy gateway of Eltham, Franco & Co is a classic Melbourne dining experience built on quality, comfort and community. A Mediterranean life revolves around the family dinner table, where you will find great conversation with delicious food and wine. We at Franco, have, have recrated the perfect atmosphere for you and your family to enjoy. The menu, courtesy of celebrity chef Jimmy H.Wong the flavours are simple and big, the portions generous, and our menu is extensive with a mixture of wood-fired pizzas and pasta options.Managed by three brothers and a lifelong friend, our company holds notable credibility within the hospitality industry. Having founded many highly rated venues in Melbourne with each of our venues having their own unique personality, we have created another experience for you to enjoy.

8. Greensborough RSL

4.5

Awesome(583)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Greensborough

Booked 4 times today

Our Family-Friendly RSL Bistro has all your Club favorites, prepared with care by our kitchen team led by Dan O'Halloran. From our famous house-made chicken Parma, to our signature seafood crepe, we have the traditional bistro fare that will keep the whole family happy. Being an RSL member entitles you to members' prices on both food and beverage and special offers such as our member's nights.If you are after a quick bite to eat while watching Fox sports you may want to try our lounge bar downstairs, with all sports on the big screen and a menu to suit.

9. Dexter

4.8

Exceptional(210)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Barbecue • Preston

Booked 14 times today

DEXTER is a no rules approach to American BBQ brought to you by Adam Goldblatt, Sam and Tom Peasnell. Our meatery features the best Australian produce which is treated the right way. Chefs Tom (Pitt Cue Co, London) and Adam (Homeslice, London) pay homage to the low and slow traditions of American BBQ utilising smoking, chargrill techniques and pair this with flavours from Mexico, China, France and alike. The philosophy is a meat first approach, where a dish is formulated from the unique characteristics of the meat (or vegetable) for a truly unique meat experience. Think salted caramel ribs, hot meat donuts and dry aged Ribeye's.

A photo of L'Artigiano Ivanhoe restaurant

10. L'Artigiano Ivanhoe

4.5

Awesome(590)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ivanhoe

Booked 16 times today

Our name encompasses our philosophy on Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.We take great care in preparing authentic regional Italian cuisine using only quality, fresh and seasonal produce. Our mission is to produce high quality artisan style food that has been carefully crafted and perfected, using time honoured methods.

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Terri
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As a celiac I was so happy to find somewhere local with a large gluten free menu. The food was delicious and it was fabulous to have so many choices. We will definitely be back again soon 😊😊
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Rivers Cafe and FoodstorePrice: Moderate• Café• Yarrambat
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4.5
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Peter
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Visited Vatutto Restaurant for the first time yesterday and we were blown away by the excellent service and the quality and presentation of the meals. The owner and her staff could not do enough for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience and we will definitely be going back! Keep up the great work.
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Vatutto RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Ivanhoe
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4.8
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Di
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Friendly staff, value for money, Tapas perfect to share for relaxing lunch. Regular customer for many years
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Sir Henry Barkly HotelPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Heidelberg
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4.5
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Vic
Victoria •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Feb 2025
I tried the Caesar Salad, not that good, effectively this was lettuce and croutons with mayonnaise.
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Watsonia RSLPrice: Moderate• Australian• Watsonia
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4.5
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Simone
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 Jan 2025
It was a beautiful dinner and the outstanding service made it all the better. It was a really perfect night, we sat outside and I wouldn’t have known the difference whether we were inside or not. They were so accommodating when I asked for a few extra things for my kids, great place and we will be back.
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TAVOLATAPrice: Expensive• Italian• Preston
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4.8

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