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1. Trattoria Emilia
4.8
Exceptional(1521)
$$$$
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 21 times today
Trattoria Emilia is an Italian restaurant highlighting the traditions of Modena in Emilia-Romagna, focusing on fresh pasta and exceptional produce.At Trattoria Emilia, we change the menu often to highlight the diversity of our seasonal products and source a large majority of our ingredients locally. Our meat is organic and sustainably grown in Tasmania and Victoria, and we import some of the best Italian DOC products. Some dishes that are not to be missed are our Tortelloni Modenesi and the crowd favourite gnocco fritto and tigelle.Rustic, yet refined, Trattoria Emilia boasts fantastic ambience, attentive and professional service, whilst all the while remaining a great casual dining spot perfect for a quick lunch, a long relaxing dinner with friends and has always been a romantic date spot.
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2. Il Solito Posto
4.8
Exceptional(1493)
$$$$
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 29 times today
One of Melbourne's most renowned Italian restaurants. Il Solito Posto is an institution. A real Melbourne Italian dining experience with a warm urban chic feel. Tantalise your taste buds with regional Italian dishes, prepared with the freshest seasonal produce and revel in the awarded wine list. This is Il Solito Posto ..... The usual place..
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3. Straight Outta Saigon
4.6
Exceptional(1272)
$$$$
• Vietnamese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 13 times today
Born out of the wok-tossed flames of Vietnam and introduced into the bustlin’ heart of urban Melbourne, Straight Outta Saigon's serving eastern flavours for it's CBD crew. Immerse yourself in 90s hip-hop mixtapes, swim in our offerings of tropical elixirs, and bask in the taste of street-side viet-fare without the frills!
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4. Ototo
4.0
Excellent(50)
$$$$
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 19 times today
Discover a hidden gem beneath the city streets at our contemporary Asian restaurant. Located underground, our venue boasts a full bar and an exquisite menu that promises a fusion of flavors. Delight in the Chef's Tasting Menu, a curated selection of favorites. Savor dishes like Kingfish Sashimi with truffle ponzu, or popular wagyu tataki. Dumpling enthusiasts can relish our diverse range, while main courses feature delights such as 48-Hour Black Angus Short Ribs and Signature 14-Day Dry Aged Duck. Don't forget to pair your meal with creative cocktails from our bar. Complete your journey with decadent desserts like Chocolate Fondant and Pandan Creme Brulee.
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5. MoVida | Original
4.7
Exceptional(598)
$$$$
• Spanish • Melbourne CBD
Booked 29 times today
When Movida opened in 2003 no one knew what to expect with this little bar on a graffiti covered cobbled lane serving Spanish tapas and shared plates in a down lit room playing funky tunes. Ten years on and the original restaurant is still going strong.
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6. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD
4.3
Awesome(1108)
$$$$
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 47 times today
Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which youwon’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience. We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.
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7. MoVida | Next Door
4.8
Exceptional(85)
$$$$
• Spanish • Melbourne CBD
Booked 18 times today
At MoVida Next Door, we deliver a warm, authentic Spanish tapas experience. Our menu includes signature small bites like Croqueta, Pollo Miguel, Jamón Ibérico aged 24 months, oysters served freshly shucked, anchovies with smoked tomato sorbet, Patatas Bravas, and grilled octopus. We pair these with crisp Fino, Albariño, sherry, sangria and a selection of other locally sourced wines and drinks. The atmosphere is rustic yet lively, designed for grazing and sipping in a relaxed setting. Our cooking celebrates fresh local seafood cooked to order and daily chalkboard specials that sit comfortably alongside our beloved tapas classics.All seating is on bar stools. 1 or 2 guests will be seated around the bar. Tables of 3 and above will be seated at high bar tables.
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8. Eleni's Kitchen + Bar
4.7
Exceptional(82)
$$$$
• Greek • Yarraville
Booked 8 times today
We are Eleni’s Kitchen + Bar, a family-run restaurant celebrating over fifty years of authentic Greek cooking. Inspired by our matriarch, Eleni, and the traditions she passed down, we bring together high-quality ingredients, seasonal produce, and recipes cherished for generations. Our passion is to share the warmth of Greek hospitality through food that is both comforting and memorable.Our menu features signature dishes such as fig saganaki with house-made jam, char-grilled octopus, Spencer Gulf king prawns, and Chef Hristos’ renowned ouzo seafood saganaki. Guests love our generous meat platters, lamb and chicken gyros, and Eleni’s Banquet, which offers a taste of everything. Desserts are crafted in-house, from baklava ice cream to traditional syropiasta. With live Greek music, plate smashing, and the vibrant atmosphere of Dimitri’s Garden, we create an experience that feels like home and transports you to Greece.
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9. Bodega Underground
4.4
Awesome(1695)
$$$$
• Mexican • Melbourne CBD
Booked 40 times today
A restaurant smuggled from Mexico to Melbourne. Find Little Bourke Street’s late night mezcal bar and taqueria hidden underground in the China Town precinct, and open 7 days a week until late, including lunch Wednesday - Sunday. Try a Tequila or Mezcal cocktail, or speak to our team about sipping some exciting Agave spirits instead. The $60 Feed Me banquet offers great value and a huge mix of traditional Mexican street food, plus some dishes with a twist. We also offer a $75 Bottomless Brunch every Wednesday to Sundays, with unlimited cocktails and 5 dishes; or a Pre-Theatre deal available every night of the week. We are located on the corner of Little Bourke and Crossley Street, Melbourne, with a moody bar and dining area perfect for both a quiet drink, or a larger celebration.
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10. Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana
4.6
Exceptional(1304)
$$$$
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 33 times today
Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana in the Melbourne CBD is serving rustic and authentic Italian food like its meant to be – flavoursome, simple and made with a healthy dose of Italian passion. The chefs behind this Manchester Lane restaurant are dedicated to following traditional recipes (just like Nonna used), using their knowledge from homeland Italy and adding just a touch of gourmet modernity. Freshly made pasta is undoubtedly the star of the show at Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana, ranging from gnocchi and tagliatelle to fettuccine and pappardelle. Yet the menu also offers rustic pizzas, traditional mains and homemade desserts that will satisfy any guest – especially when enjoyed alongside the Italian and Australian wines available. Better yet, the service and atmosphere of Maccaroni is both genuine and inviting. Located in the Melbourne CBD, this restaurant is understandably popular and making an advance booking is highly recommended.

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