227 Best Authentic Restaurants in Footscray

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1. Pasa Ya Kitchen

4.0

Excellent(0)

$$$$

• Nepalese • Footscray

Experience a vibrant culinary journey at Pasa Ya Kitchen, Footscray’s premier destination for authentic Newari and Nepali cuisine. Our restaurant, meaning "Friend's Kitchen," invites you to savour the rich, aromatic flavours of the Kathmandu Valley, brought to life through traditional recipes and fresh, high-quality ingredients. Step inside our warm, inviting space where the atmosphere is designed for connection, offering a cosy backdrop perfect for a casual lunch or a spirited evening with friends. The scene is intimate yet lively, making it an ideal setting for those seeking a genuine taste of the Himalayas in the heart of Melbourne. Highlights include our expertly curated Nepalese-inspired cocktails, refreshing mocktails, and a selection of Himalayan beers. Whether you are craving authentic Newari dishes or a unique cultural dining experience, Pasa Ya Kitchen is your go-to spot. Join us for a memorable, flavour-packed occasion today.

2. Il Solito Posto

4.8

Exceptional(1601)

$$$$

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 57 times today

Always exceptional. We absolutely love dining there every time we are in Melbourne

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3. Bodega Underground

4.4

Awesome(1746)

$$$$

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 27 times today

This was our second time visiting Bodega. The food is so flavoursome, there’s a great variety of dishes to try, and it’s really good value. Bodega has a wonderful ambience and the staff are all super friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend. We’ll be back for a third visit for sure.

4. Ototo

3.9

Excellent(101)

$$$$

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 24 times today

What an awesome little find this place is - will definitely return. Interesting menu options - we went the $49pp option & then I got the birthday surprise for my daughter & everything was exceptional.

5. Mozzarella Bar

3.5

Very Good(2)

$$$$

• Italian • Seddon

Booked 5 times today

Lovely food and good service. A consistently enjoyable experience

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6. MoVida | Original

4.7

Exceptional(700)

$$$$

• Spanish • Melbourne CBD

Booked 56 times today

Delicious, fresh tapas and share plates. Lots of seafood options. Fabulous service as always - professional, friendly and helpful. It was quiet (weekday lunch) and very comfortable.

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7. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1608)

$$$$

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 33 times today

Amazing food and wine selection. Authentic Italian service. Attentive to our needs.

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8. The European

4.7

Exceptional(1487)

$$$$

• European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 26 times today

Came here for a friend’s birthday dinner. I quite liked the ambience. It has a classy, old-school feel with a warm, homely and slightly rustic style. We ordered the grilled octopus, grilled ox tongue, whole roast flathead, porterhouse and broccolini. The food was good overall, with the grilled ox tongue and flathead being my favourites. The service was friendly and attentive, although I felt the service was a little rushed at times. A more relaxed pace would have been nice. Overall, a good dinner and an enjoyable evening out.

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9. Teatro Gastronomia

4.4

Awesome(1275)

$$$$

• Italian • Southbank

Booked 30 times today

Took my daughter here for her birthday lunch. Could not fault the service, they were super attentive and extremely accomodating even singing happy birthday with a candle when bringing out dessert . Tasty focaccia garlic and cheese bread , real carbonara, and generous, delicious mains of veal scalopini and lamb loin chops. Although we could not fit it all in had to save room for dessert 😉 Will most certainly come here again ☺️

10. Boonchoou

4.7

Exceptional(113)

$$$$

• Thai • Melbourne CBD

Booked 24 times today

Absolutely wonderful. Such a nice ambience, friendly staff and delicious food. The Penang curry is an absolute treat. Can’t wait to come back and sample more of the menu

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227 restaurants available nearby

1. Pasa Ya Kitchen

2. Il Solito Posto

3. Bodega Underground

4. Ototo

5. Mozzarella Bar

6. MoVida | Original

7. Trattoria Emilia

8. The European

9. Teatro Gastronomia

10. Boonchoou

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