Best Casual Restaurants in Melbourne CBD

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A photo of Father’s Office Downtown Flinders Lane restaurant

1. Father’s Office Downtown Flinders Lane

4.2

Awesome(198)

$$$$

• American • Melbourne CBD

Booked 15 times today

BAR | RESTAURANT | CLUB DOWNTOWNFather’s Office Downtown is our 2nd location from our Father’s Officeconcept. Our original location on Little Lonsdale St. Father’s Office is based on prohibition Americana in the 1920’s,when the consumption of alcohol was disallowed. Speakeasies becamethe place to be and underground bootleg liquor (and the debauchery thatfollows) thrived.Expect a sprawling 350-person late night venue serving Father’s Officeall-Americana cuisine that has been loved by so many.Head downstairs to party the night away where you can mingle late intothe night with a cocktail in hand. With a 7am Liquor License, you canparty your weekends away!

2. Baby Driver

4.3

Awesome(25)

$$$$

• Pizza Bar • Melbourne CBD

Booked 3 times today

Tucked down Driver Lane in the heart of Melbourne, you’ll find our two iconic venues — Beneath Driver Lane and Baby Driver.Beneath Driver Lane is our basement whisky and blues bar, known for its moody speakeasy atmosphere, extensive whisky collection, and live music.Baby Driver, located just next door at street level, is our vibrant vinyl listening bar, specialising in curated wines, classic cocktails, and 70s disco and funk.Baby Driver is available to book directly via OpenTable.For Beneath Driver Lane, booth reservations and large group enquiries are managed directly by our team.For booths or groups of 10 or more, please contact drink@driverlanebar.com to tailor the perfect experience.

3. The Greenery

5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 1 time today

We’re The Greenery, the restaurant and bar at Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall. Our bright, plant-filled dining room and central bar set the tone for relaxed, all-day dining. Mornings begin with a generous buffet breakfast featuring hot and cold favourites, fresh baked goods and fruit, alongside quality coffee. As the day rolls on, our kitchen serves a mix of local and international dishes suited to quick bites or unhurried meals, while the bar keeps things social with sharing plates, classic and signature cocktails, and an excellent selection of wines and beers. Families are looked after with the Holiday Inn Kids Eat Free promise. Expect welcoming service, an easygoing atmosphere, and a contemporary space designed for good food, good drinks, and good company.

4. Triim

3.9

Excellent(6)

$$$$

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

At Triim, we bring together the heart of Italy and the soul of Melbourne.Nestled on Hardware Lane, our little corner is all about generous food, warm people, and joyful moments. Whether it's a slow brunch, a silky bowl of pasta, or a spritz at golden hour — every dish is made to share, savour, and smile over.We're not trying to be fancy — just full of flavour, feeling, and a little fun.

5. Cordelia

4.5

Awesome(34)

$$$$

• Seafood • Carlton

Booked 12 times today

Cordelia is a neighbourhood restaurant serving bold, seasonal food with a Mediterranean spirit. Warm, welcoming and unpretentious, it’s a place for long lunches, late-night bites, and everything in between — where great produce, good wine, and honest hospitality come together.

6. CQ Bar

4.2

Awesome(10)

$$$$

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Melbourne CBD

CQ Bar is a modern Melbourne bar with great cocktails and local craft beers on tap. Enjoy our late night sharing menu for something to nibble on. Located on the corner of little Collins and Queen Street, on level 1 boasting a heated balcony to the face of the venue for that great inner-city escape, CQ has multiple rooms each with a unique feature, including our open aired courtyard and newly installed sports bar. CQ is everything social.

A photo of Platform 270 Restaurant & Bar restaurant

7. Platform 270 Restaurant & Bar

4.0

Excellent(12)

$$$$

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

Platform 270 is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal in the heart of the city. Located in the DoubleTree by Hilton Melbourne Hotel on Flinders Street, you can expect to dine in a cosy atmosphere that features exposed concrete and grafitti, tall ceilings, booth seating and dim lighting. The menu features a range of dishes featuring local produce and our famous grill, stop by and enjoy our signature char-grilled baby barramundi with a glass of local wine.

A photo of MoVida | Next Door restaurant

8. 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.

A photo of Clocks at Flinders restaurant

9. Clocks at Flinders

4.5

Awesome(73)

$$$$

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 2 times today

Stop at Clocks for a warm latte, a cold beer or a delicious meal. Sit outside on the concourse and watch the world go by, or experience the comfort of our booth dining or alfresco outdoor area that overlooks the Yarra River!Find us at the southern end of Flinders Street Station - come in for a Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails and even Live Music. From gourmet dishes to your favourite pub classic, there is something for everyone.

10. Saving Grace

4.8

Exceptional(31)

$$$$

• American • Melbourne CBD

Booked 1 time today

Nestled in the site of the former Saint James cathedral, Saving Grace is the perfect place to unwind and escape the rush of Melbourne CBD. Come down for lunch, dinner, an after-work drink or a sneaky lunch time pint. Saving Grace boasts a vast selection of Bourbon, Scotch & Japanese whiskies and 6 taps serving local craft beers. We also curate a selection of seasonal cocktails and local wines. Burger Boys have taken over the kitchen on a permanent basis, forming an integral part of the local burger scene.Join us for a drink!

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MadisonGold
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 10, 2026
My partner and I went to Triim before a show and the food and service was amazing! We had the bruschetta and the arancini balls! They are both amazing and definitely would recommended if you dine here. We also had the steak and the spaghetti bolognese for our mains and both were amazing. The food in general was great and the value/ service of the restaurant was great as well!
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Triim$$$$• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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3.9
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Nathan
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2026
We were welcomed very warmly by all the staff. They were engaging in conversation with us and the venue was kept clean and very aesthetically moody and very warm. Great experience
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Baby Driver$$$$• Pizza Bar• Melbourne CBD
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4.3
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Seneca
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 31, 2025
Very good service. Staff are friendly and food is nice
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Platform 270 Restaurant & Bar$$$$• Australian• Melbourne CBD
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4
M
Mary
Nottingham/Nottinghamshire •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2025
Really lovely hotel bar & eatery. Staff were fabulous
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The Greenery$$$$• Australian• Melbourne CBD
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5
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Amy
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 5, 2025
The staff were so lovely and the food was surprisingly good and well priced! $8 for a soda water is insane, but great aside from that!
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CQ Bar$$$$• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Melbourne CBD
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4.2

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