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1. Enoteca Boccaccio
4.8
Exceptional(423)
$$$$
• Italian • Kew East
Booked 17 times today
One Hat – The Age Good Food Guide 2024, 2025 & 2026Star Wine List Awards 2026 - Winner Best Italian Wine List in AustralasiaAustralian Wine List of the Year Awards 2025 - Three GlassesThe Top 10 Hatted Italian Restaurants in Melbourne, The Age January 2024Star Wine List Awards 2025 (Global) - Winner Best Medium Sized Wine List in the World.Top 25 restaurants in Victoria for 2023 - Herald SunStar Wine List Awards 2024 (Global) - Winner Best New Wine List in the World.Enoteca Boccaccio is an award winning restaurant from the D'Anna family. Situated above Boccaccio Continental Supermarket, it is a destination for some of Melbourne's best cheese, salumi, & an Italian/European menu from hatted head chef Nicholas Santos. The wine list is a dynamic and ever evolving selection of our favourite wines from local and international producers. We offer BYO Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night dinner service & Friday/Saturday lunch service with $25 corkage per bottle.
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2. Cecconi's Flinders Lane
4.8
Exceptional(1306)
$$$$
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 10 times today
"Everything you want from a sophisticated city Italian restaurant is right here: atmosphere, admirable service, a menu long enough to allow for real choice, an expansive drinks list, flattering lighting, carpets and tablecloths to ensure that sound levels are low enough for a proper conversation."Enjoy signature dishes - Seafood linguine, Veal Cotoletta and signature steaks from the JosperOne Hat – THE AGE GOOD FOOD GUIDE2006 - 2023
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3. Bansho
4.7
Exceptional(201)
$$$$
• Japanese • Armadale
Booked 1 time today
Nestled in the heart of Armadale on High Street, Bansho is a sophisticated Japanese-fusion gem that invites you to embark on an exquisite culinary journey. Here, the timeless elegance of French cuisine harmoniously intertwines with the refined artistry of Japanese flavors, creating a dining experience like no other.Our menu is a celebration of both innovation and tradition, meticulously crafted with the finest ingredients from both culinary worlds. Complement your meal with our beautifully curated cocktail menu and an extensive selection of wines, designed to elevate your dining experience at Bansho.
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4. Cecconi's Toorak
4.8
Exceptional(269)
$$$$
• Italian • Toorak
Booked 9 times today
A lavish European dining experience, serving some of Melbourne’s finest Italian cuisine. Designed as a sister restaurant to the original Cecconi’s in Flinders Lane, our second venue brings a touch of luxury, refinement and ‘buonissimo’ to Melbourne’s inner-east enclave. Inspired by its heritage in Italy’s northern regions, and the masters of Italian design, our Toorak venue offers a modern evolution of classic European dining, with a strong Melbourne sensibility. A journey of intimate spaces, luxurious finishes, bespoke detailing and sculptural forms.Cecconi’s Toorak adds a contemporary touch to Melbourne’s culinary landscape, whilst maintaining the high-end Italian hospitality that has made Cecconi’s a Melbourne dining institution for more than twenty years.
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5. Circl
4.7
Exceptional(61)
$$$$
• Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 13 times today
At Circl, we’re dedicated to bringing you a wine experience like no other—offering over 1,500 bottles and more than 150 wines available by the glass. Our award-winning sommelier Xavier Vigier has curated a list that includes rare Champagne, Burgundies, cult labels, and weekly limited 75ml pours of ultra-rare finds—all made approachable.Our menu, led by executive chef Elias Salomonsson, delivers European-inspired seasonal dishes with a Scandinavian touch—think smoked eel tarts, goat cheese éclairs, Sydney rock oysters with caviar, and mains like Blackmore Wagyu tri-tip or Loddon Estate duck with Davidson plum BBQ sauce. Artisanal cheeses and bergamot olive oil cake round out the experience.Set across two levels in Melbourne’s Punch Lane, our interior features polished concrete floors, red leather seating, and a striking glass-encased wine cellar as its centrepiece. Join us for wine events, masterclasses, and pairing dinners framed by a refined yet relaxed atmosphere.
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6. ELCHI-Indian Restaurant Melbourne
4.4
Awesome(50)
$$$$
• Indian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 6 times today
Experience ELCHI, a modern Indian restaurant in Melbourne's CBD, where tradition meets innovation under the guidance of renowned chef Manpreet Sekhon. Located at 72 Flinders Street, ELCHI offers a refined dining atmosphere with sleek leather booths and shimmering gold accents. The menu features a blend of classic and contemporary Indian dishes, including the signature 24-karat gold chicken mussalam and crispy whole Amritsari fish. Complement your meal with curated cocktails inspired by Australia's distilleries and a selection of fine wines. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a night out, ELCHI promises an unforgettable culinary journey through the diverse flavors of India.
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7. Malin
4.7
Exceptional(83)
$$$$
• Modern European • Carlton North
Booked 2 times today
Malin is a small neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Rathdowne Village, Carlton North. Set in an 1880s property on the corner of Curtain and Rathdowne streets, the site has been renovated to honour the heritage of the building. The food menu, developed by Chef Clement Pilatre, samples European cuisine and showcases seasonal produce and frequently changing dishes. The drinks list favours emerging wine producers, while also giving a nod to the classics. Malin aims to deliver engaging service 5 days a week; with dinner served Wednesday to Saturday and lunch on Saturday and Sunday. More information can be found on our website or by contacting us directly. We look forward to hosting you soon.
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8. Hazel
4.7
Exceptional(664)
$$$$
• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 21 times today
At Hazel, we bring Australian grill cuisine to Flinders Lane with flavours built on fire, smoke, and seasonality. Our in-house butchery, dry-aging program, smoker, and wood oven let us create dishes that celebrate provenance and craft. We source seasonal produce from Common Ground Project, our regenerative farm, and work in harmony with the farm’s harvest calendar, bringing produce to plate not long after it’s been pulled, picked or foraged. We source sustainable seafood and meat through ethical suppliers who share our passion for quality.Across two levels of the historic Richard Allen building, Hazel offers a warm, inviting space to share honest food, good wine, and memorable dining moments.
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9. Reed House
4.7
Exceptional(44)
$$$$
• Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 6 times today
Reed House is a contemporary Australian restaurant, inspired by British brasseries. We blend modern cuisine with a relaxed atmosphere, honouring the heritage of our historic building.We envision Reed House as a place where the warmth of home meets modern cuisine. we bring bold flavours, quality ingredients, and a relaxed atmosphere. Our goal is to create an inviting space where friends gather, stories are shared, and every meal feels special
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10. Vatutto Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(169)
$$$$
• International • Ivanhoe
Booked 6 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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