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1. Paradiso Bar and Grill
4.7
Exceptional(109)
$$$$
• Italian • Hawthorn
Booked 6 times today
Cafe Paradiso is a predominantly Italian restaurant/ cafe with Mediterranean options. With artisan pizzas, pasta and wide variety of sharing meals, a BEER GARDEN and CAFE settings; and the new addition: our CAR PARK BAR; Cafe Paradiso combines good atmosphere with any style of dining experiences and drinks served by our warm staff.Located opposite the beautiful Rivoli Cinemas, Cafe Paradiso provides quick and warm service to cater movie goers. Cocktails and drinks with selection of sharing dishes, makes it a perfect stop off before a movie.We look forward to serving you!
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2. Rococo Hawthorn
4.6
Exceptional(1285)
$$$$
• Italian • Hawthorn
Booked 17 times today
Rococo provides the freshest of ingredients, delivering guests high quality foods with many options available from such a large menu. The la carte menu is offered throughout the whole week and a lunch special from Monday to Friday. Consisting of, Italian traditional dishes that make this restaurant a haven for delicious classics. Located only moments away from Glenferrie Road’s shopping district, the classy suburb of Hawthorn is well suited to Rococo. Understandably from the packed crowds, they cater for a variety of individuals and even large quantities of guests. Rococo has generous spaces both indoor with candle lit lights for that friendly setting and outdoors for those lovely summer nights. Rococo is accessible by transport such as the number 16 tram, and parking on Glenferrie road and other side street options in the area. If it’s a business meeting with colleagues or a last minute catch up with some friends, Rococo is the perfect choice.
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3. Mr. Miyagi
4.4
Awesome(514)
$$$$
• Japanese • Windsor
Booked 22 times today
Chapel St. Windsor welcomes Mr. Miyagi, a standout Modern Japanese restaurant serving contemporary dishes with a twist. Enjoy inspired cocktails, Japanese Whisky and an impressive beer and wine list to compliment your meal.Mr. Miyagi’s approach to dining is all about fun and variety. The menu is cleverly structured into three rounds - Round One, Round Two and Round Three, making it easy to explore different dishes whilst encouraging an Izakaya, shared experience. Pick from each round, try something new and take full advantage of the diverse options on offer!The fun atmosphere is brought to life by the open kitchen, where sushi chefs serve up fresh sushi and sashimi. For a more laid-back vibe, dine at Yukie’s Snack Bar, where you’ll find the same delicious menu in a comfortable setting near the cocktail bar. Perfect for a casual bite or drink.
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4. Grazia Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1447)
$$$$
• Italian • Glen Iris
Booked 46 times today
Grazia is a classic, authentic and casual Italian restaurant with a modern twist.
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5. Francesca's Bar
4.8
Exceptional(36)
$$$$
• Pizzeria • Northcote
Booked 1 time today
We've called Northcote home for 10 years now and we love our community! Our friends at Pizza e Vino a few doors down prepare all of our delicious food. Think affordable casual bar food like wood fire pizzas, burgers, bread & dips, salads, wedges... you get it. Order with us, we take care of everything.We have a huge back bar of spirits and an extensive cocktail menu showcasing the classics and some house favourites. We're all about good drinks, great friends and unforgettable moments.Our DJs spin all your favourite tunes on the weekends. We also have a stack of board games, plus ping pong and darts for date / mates night and Trivia every Thursday!Hit us up for functions or larger bookings, we love hosting events and parties and have versatile space options, indoor and outdoor.We're open every night, see you at the bar!
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6. Disuko
4.5
Awesome(173)
$$$$
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 54 times today
DISUKO, cued from Tokyo 1980, split into elements that define the time. Open-air dining, shared izakaya, omakase for occasion, music always.Refound on Melbourne’s city skyline, DISUKO brings those moments forward in a lively and layered setting. Our nomikai, the Terracotta Roof, offers after-hours respite and weekend ease, the izakaya lounge gathers friends over plates made to share, and omakase offers pause for a theatrical food occasion. Each element tied by vinyl selectors, we honour Tokyo’s DISUKO era. A place to reminisce or experience something new in what was Japan's decade of excellent excess — the sake, the ease, the rhythm.
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7. The Alps Wine Shop & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(89)
$$$$
• Wine Bar • Windsor
Booked 7 times today
We believe that wine should represent the place from which it was grown and the four seasons that pass through that place in a given year. We showcase vignerons who grow their fruit in a thoughtful way and who guide that fruit to bottle with the gentlest hand possible. The Alps is your rifugio on Commercial Rd. Drop in for a wine, stay for pizza. We are open and pouring/cooking 7 days a week. Our style of pizza is inspired by pizza Romana. Thin crust, thoughtful and delicious toppings. The perfect partner to a delicious bottle of wine. The front bar has a few private tables as well as shared bar seating, great for enjoying the atmosphere. The courtyard is great on a sunny day and has heaters for the cold ones, and the cabin is home to a roaring fireplace for when it gets really chilly.Whilst reservations are recommended because we fill up quickly, we always keep a few tables aside for walk-ins.
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8. South of the Wall
4.2
Awesome(124)
$$$$
• Mexican • Richmond
Booked 6 times today
Richmond’s Fiesta Headquarters Since 2017 – Bold Flavours, Big Vibes, No Siesta!After spicing up Richmond since 2017, South of the Wall is still serving up bold Mexican street eats and good times daily! From sizzling tacos and loaded burritos to cheesy nachos and every kind of margarita, every visit’s a flavour-packed party.Behind the bar, we’re pouring handcrafted cocktails, crisp tap beers, and a premium selection of tequila and mezcal — perfect for any occasion. Our undercover courtyard with heaters offers a laid-back, all-weather space that’s ideal for big groups and small gatherings alike.Hot Deals, Spicy Steals:🌮 $5 Tacos + $15 Classic Marg every Taco Tuesday🍽️ $20 Lunch Specials (Wed–Fri, 12–3PM) - Nachos with Added Protein or Burrito of your Choice or 2 x Tacos + Fries + Agua Fresca (Drink)🔥 $49 Feed Me menu – the ultimate flavour tour🍹 $75 Boozy Brunch – 2hrs of bottomless drinks + dishes every weekendIf you want to book for functions, we got you covered too!
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9. Geppetto Trattoria
4.9
Exceptional(219)
$$$$
• Italian • East Melbourne
Booked 4 times today
Experience True Italian Soul Food at Geppetto TrattoriaTucked just outside Melbourne’s CBD, right near the MCG, AAMI Park, and Rod Laver Arena, Geppetto Trattoria has been serving up hearty, home-style Italian since 1981. Run by father-son duo Nino and Adriano Cea, we keep things classic – think rich Osso Buco, silky Spaghetti Pescatora, and daily market-fresh seafood.Whether you’re after a cosy dinner, a quick lunch, or a long catch-up over vino, our handmade pastas, risottos, and seasonal dishes hit the spot. Vegan? Gluten-free? We’ve got you covered – including a dedicated vegan menu.We’re all about good food and good company. Book a table for two or bring the whole famiglia – and if you're planning a bigger event, ask us about our private dining and function options.
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10. Abbots Yard
4.4
Awesome(4)
$$$$
• Beer Garden • Abbotsford
Booked 1 time today
Abbots Yard is an outdoor beer garden, communal dining hall and entertainment venue situated on Victoria St, Abbotsford. An iconic open-air live music bar, with woodfire pizza and all the fun extras - pool, darts, shuffleboard, cinema, retro games.

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