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A photo of Malin restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(102)
££££
• French • Carlton North
Booked 3 times today
This dinner was another truly wonderful experience at Malin, our second time there (last time was Sunday lunch) and we plan to return soon. Can’t recommend it highly enough! Top quality creative dishes, beautifully presented and brilliant service.
A photo of Fantome Wine Bar & Restaurant restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(16)
££££
• French • Geelong West
Booked 4 times today
Fantome Wine Bar and Restaurant is an absolute Geelong gem. Selfishly I don't want too many people to know about it so it remains 'our place', but in reality it needs to be experienced by all. The food is French-inspired and divine, with a range to suit all tastes. This is fine dining but with generous portions and fabulous prices. Owner Amber is the perfect host as she offers thoughtful notes to the very extensive drinks list (there is even a cocktail with camembert!), and sets about making every guest comfortable and happy. The crockery and stemware is just as eclectic and lush as the whole establishment's luxurious, central CBD setting. This place is through the roof with ambience! With such attention to detail from Amber and her team, you will experience comfortable periods between courses - there's no rushing to get you out the door here - creating the perfect opportunity to engage with fellow guests and the glorious drinks menu. We'll be back again... and again. Do it!
A photo of French Saloon restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(388)
££££
• French • Melbourne CBD
Booked 15 times today
We chose the French Saloon to celebrate my husband’s birthday and our wedding anniversary. We shared the chicken liver parfait for starters - it was the best I’ve ever tasted, accompanied by kumquat jam. For mains I chose the French gnocchi with peas and mint, and my husband chose the steak frites. Both were excellent except that my husband found the steak quite chewy. We passed this on the our waitress who then passed it onto the chef. He was offered a different cut of steak as a substitute but declined, however, we really appreciated the offer and openness to feedback. We finished up by sharing a crème brûlée which was thoughtfully delivered with candles! A great place to try if you want something high quality and a little bit different in the CBD.
A photo of Frenchys Bistrot at Empire Grill restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(62)
££££
• French • Geelong City Centre
Booked 6 times today
Excellent service, wonderful food snd a great experience. The personnel were exceptional. A great lunch.
A photo of Petit Crenn restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(1)
££££
• French • Melbourne CBD
Great food, excellent service, and a prime location! I had the waffle, and it was absolutely perfect. Highly recommend!
A photo of Jeffie's restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(68)
££££
• French • Highton
Booked 1 time today
Excellent food and service, we are so lucky to have such a great place to eat in Geelong

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  • Brett
    Tasmania •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    This dinner was another truly wonderful experience at Malin, our second time there (last time was Sunday lunch) and we plan to return soon. Can’t recommend it highly enough! Top quality creative dishes, beautifully presented and brilliant service.
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    Malin$$$$• Modern European• Carlton North
    •
    4.8
  • Peter
    Victoria •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 31 Oct 2026
    Excellent food and service, we are so lucky to have such a great place to eat in Geelong
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    Jeffie's$$$$• French• Highton
    •
    4.9
  • Ed
    Victoria •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 31 Oct 2026
    our visit to Frenchy's Bistrot was a pleasure. The staff were friendly, helpful and efficient. The food was excellent. Andrew the owner and head chef was as hospitable as ever. We will return.
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    Frenchys Bistrot at Empire Grill$$$$• French• Geelong City Centre
    •
    4.8
  • Dorival
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 27 Oct 2026
    Great food, excellent service, and a prime location! I had the waffle, and it was absolutely perfect. Highly recommend!
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    Petit Crenn$$$$• Cafe Dining• Melbourne CBD
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    5
  • Teri
    Toronto / Ontario •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 20 Oct 2026
    We chose the French Saloon to celebrate my husband’s birthday and our wedding anniversary. We shared the chicken liver parfait for starters - it was the best I’ve ever tasted, accompanied by kumquat jam. For mains I chose the French gnocchi with peas and mint, and my husband chose the steak frites. Both were excellent except that my husband found the steak quite chewy. We passed this on the our waitress who then passed it onto the chef. He was offered a different cut of steak as a substitute but declined, however, we really appreciated the offer and openness to feedback. We finished up by sharing a crème brûlée which was thoughtfully delivered with candles! A great place to try if you want something high quality and a little bit different in the CBD.
    More info
    French Saloon$$$$• French• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.8
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