Classic Restaurants to Dine with Your Family

by OpenTable Team

Updated 03 August 2023

Hungry for a dining experience that's tailor-made for you? We’ve got you covered. Here are our top restaurant picks for your next outing. Bon appétit!

Credit: Olive & Angelo

Time Out Fed Square

4.3

4.3 (413)

$40 and under

Cafe Dining

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

If your preferred day or time slot is unavailable please call or email restaurant. info@timeoutmelbourne.com.au

Federation Square's iconic place to catch up - Timeout Fed Square - on the corner of Flinders Street and Swanston Street opposite Flinders Street Station in the heart of Melbourne.

Weekend and weekday breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks in Melbourne city.

Time Out Restaurant/Cafe/Bar is the place to catch up with friends and family to enjoy a relaxing meal and drinks.

10% Weekend & 15% Public Holiday Surcharges Apply

Top review

Tony

Dined 6 days ago

A very convenient restaurant to have a meal and drinks prior to going to the MCG. Across the road from Flinders St Station and a short walk via Birrarung Marr to see the game. Time Out offer well priced meals and on this occasion due to their winter special we received 2 complimentary drinks.

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Experience

Group Bookings

Grounded at Mooloolaba

3.9

3.9 (5)

$40 and under

Australian

Mooloolaba

About the restaurant

We are a beautiful cafe overlooking the water along the mooloolaba esplanade. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner and can most definitely quench your thirst with our wide range of coffee, smoothies and cocktails.

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Brook

Dined on 16 Dec 2023

I absolutely could not fault this restaurant, the food was incredible and staff were just beautiful, we will 100% be back, this is our new favourite place !! 😍🫶🏼

Acqua Restaurant & Bar

4.5

4.5 (358)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Caloundra

About the restaurant

ACQUA: a waterfront destination for good food & great times.

Are you looking for a waterfront venue for your booking with exceptional food, great service, good vibe only?

Acqua Restaurant & Bar has won Reader's Choice in 2022 from AGFG all voted by the locals.

Our menu is inspired by Italian Cuisine with a twist of Australian Cuisine. With our most popular dishes is not only our creamy, spicy, tasty pasta but also our crispy skin pork belly and barramundi. Amazing cocktail's fabulous view and great vibe.

Let us be your host for your next visit Caloundra!!!

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Lyn

Dined 5 days ago

The staff are attentive and very helpful, nothing is too much trouble. The food is wonderful and the view spectacular. Can't beat it!!!!

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4.4

4.4 (1569)

$40 and under

Cantonese

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

Portholes that take you to the other side of the world and hanging lanterns that will brighten your day. Mr Hizola's brings contemporary Cantonese cuisine to Burleigh Heads in style. With dishes from the land to the sea and everywhere in between, there is something for everyone and every taste bud, dumplings, duck & definite no dog. Treat yourself to traditional food with a modern twist, in a unique venue.

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Jim

Dined 7 days ago

This was our second time here after a great first dining experience...always a risk right! If anything, this visit was better! Fabulous food choices, amazing friendly and polite service. A perfect choice for our anniversary which was acknowledged with 1 free wine and a beer! Thank you to the young lady who served us. Top job! 10/10

NORD Bar

4.5

4.5 (26)

$40 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Preston

About the restaurant

Nord is everything you know & love about the Northside. Cool, understated, welcoming and above all, a lot of fun. It’s the nice stuff. The good stuff. Without the pretentiousness. Welcome to Nord. We’re a little Nordie and a little Nice.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 27 Jun 2024

Great venue for a friendly catch-up with neighbours So nice to just stroll up the hill! Appreciated good wines at reasonable prices and of course the delicious pizzas! Service was prompt and informative Thanks !

Mimosa Wines

4.8

4.8 (405)

$100 and over

Modern Australian

Bermagui

About the restaurant

A boutique family owned gastronomic restaurant on the South Coast of NSW. We operate 3 course lunch menu ($99pp) and a 6 course set menu dinner ($130pp).

Head chef Jan Semmelhack is a unique creator, focused on the superb local produce of the South Coast which results in a unique dining experience. Originally from Germany, Jan was the head pastry chef in two Michelin star restaurant in Berlin. Be sure to try his exceptional desserts to complete your Mimosa sensory adventure!

Our wine list has been curated to highlight snippets of the best of Australian & New Zealand wines. We showcase small, up and coming producers, as well as some of the more established winemakers. Due to our continued commitment to sustainability, we favour growers who embrace organic & biodynamic farming practices.

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Jean-Pierre

Dined on 31 Aug 2024

Another outstanding lunch at Mimosa Winery Restaurant for my wife and I, celebrating an important milestone. All of the 3 courses were excellent and service was as professional as ever. Thanks for a great day.

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Experience

6 Course set menu

Shorehouse

4.4

4.4 (3004)

$41 to $100

Asian

North Ward

About the restaurant

Shorehouse is on Townsville’s most iconic location, the Strand showcasing panoramic views across Cleveland Bay to Magnetic Island.

Focusing on fresh locally sourced produce with intention to share. Sit and watch the world go by on our glorious deck in casual lounge dining, at the bar in our architecturally designed casual beach house with North Queensland resort highlights.

Bringing a modern Asian cuisine with the best of our local flavours crafted by our talented experienced chef.

Offering an extensive wine list, craft beer on tap and fresh modern cocktails with the mouth-watering flavours in our food, all at reasonable prices.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 14 Mar 2024

Beautiful dinner - we did the just feed me - slightly more expensive than we thought may have been more affordable to order a few dishes to share. Service was good.

Verace Pizzeria

4.5

4.5 (1334)

$40 and under

Pizzeria

Macquarie Park

About the restaurant

Verace Pizzeria is officially open and proud to bring to you the traditional flavours of the true Neapolitan pizza. Our recently crowned World Pizza Championship winning Pizzaioli bring with them an impassioned desire to produce for you the exquisite taste of this certified artisan handmade product right here in Macquarie Park.

Verace has won the following accolades at several rounds of the World Pizza Championships...

2015 Australian Grand Champion
2015 1st Place Pizza Acrobatica
2015 1st Place Gluten Free
2015 1st Place STG Margherita

2016 Australian Grand Champion
2016 1st Place Gluten Free
2016 1st Place STG Margherita
2016 2nd Place STG Margherita

2017 Australia’s Best Pizza
2017 2nd Place Dessert Pizza

2018 1st Place Dessert Pizza

2019 1st Place Gluten free
2019 3rd Place Dessert Pizza

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Jas

Dined 6 days ago

Great lunchtime option in Macquarie Park. The pizzas are great value, filling and tasty. Will definitely be returning.

Detour

4.6

4.6 (924)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Woolloongabba

About the restaurant

We serve contemporary share plates with a focus on sustainability and dietary requirements. Our menu is split between omnivore and herbivore dishes that are predominantly gluten free and with numerous plant-based options. We have a full service bar. We have a focus on small Australian natural wine producers that use bio-dynamic and organic practices.

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Mikaela

Dined on 28 Aug 2024

Absolutely divine dining experience with delectable food (I highly recommend the Beetroot Tartare), and wonderful service throughout the evening. I look forward to my next experience at Detour ✨️

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Popular dish

Cauliflower Cashew Nut Curry

4.6

4.6 (2041)

$41 to $100

Bistro

Maroochydore

About the restaurant

Market Bistro will open from 11.30am 7 days a week, offering a classic “bistro style” menu featuring house made pasta, and a great selection of dry aged meats and a bunch of export quality local seafood.

Our wine list will be interesting, constantly evolving and feature predominantly Australian and New Zealand producers.

A unique feature of the Bistro is the fact you can walk into & purchase wine from the Wine Store for retail prices then drink it in the Bistro (for a small corkage fee.)

Market Bistro will be a stylish, casual restaurant that is not stuffy or pretentious... It is professional, casual & truly local.

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Elise

Dined 3 days ago

Our lunch was amazing. Service was excellent, ambience perfect. Will be back!

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Experience

$30 Main Course Lunch Special of the Day

Experience

Chefs selection $100 3 course

Experience

Chefs Selection 2 course $85 pp

Justin Lane Establishment

4.4

4.4 (1100)

$41 to $100

Italian

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

Eat, drink & be messy. That’s our motto here at JL. We pride ourselves on the quality of our products. From our famous sourdough pizza and handmade pasta, to our signature cocktails, boutique wines and 8 beers on tap.

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Tugun27

Dined on 3 Jul 2024

Booked for a large group and communication was excellent. Very helpful service, extremely accommodating. Great food & atmosphere - especially for a mid week rainy night.

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Experience

$59 FEED ME MENU

The Birdcage

4.1

4.1 (27)

$40 and under

Cafe Dining

Miranda

About the restaurant

The Birdcage Restaurant and Bar drew inspiration from its leafy surroundings, in particular the beautiful Fig Tree that dominates the Kingsway Restaurant Precinct. This glorious tree plays host to many species of colourful birds and it is this vibrancy that embodies the soul of all we do and are at The Birdcage. Life is always improved with a little fun and flamboyance. So, with this in mind we want your time dining with us to be both enjoyable but more so, memorable. An experience that will have you returning time and time again.

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Michelle

Dined on 1 Sept 2024

We dined at The Birdcage for Father’s Day. I had wanted to book for breakfast but there were no available tables until 11.15. This turned out to be a blessing because we could then choose from either the All Day Breakfast or Lunch menus. We brought a child along and his review was ‘This is the best chicken I’ve ever had.’ He’d ordered the kids chicken schnitzel. I’m a loyal Ricotta Pankcakes customer but this time went with a Mezze Plate which was amazing but could have been better with a little tzatziki. You can’t have everything. It was a little noisy but that’s to be expected on a day like Father’s Day. The presentation of the meals and the drinks is what keeps you coming back. That and the addition of Butter Boy cookies which I bought four of to take home. Snickerdoodle with Biscoff. Yum. Not a fan of the 10% surcharge. Not a fan at all. This was not a nice welcome sign when we arrived and unfortunately took a lot of our initial Father’s Day conversation topic on arrival. 10% is bit of a hike but what do you do once you’re there and you’ve had to coordinate 8 people to get there. Thank you to The Birdcage for Sunday Brunch. See you soon.

Olive and Angelo

4.2

4.2 (1583)

$41 to $100

Italian

Brisbane CBD

About the restaurant

Brought to you by Angelo Leonforte, Olive & Angelo delivers to Brisbane an authentic signature of traditional Italian cuisine. We have a generous focus on catering to all diners. Therefore we have created a menu of gluten-free, vegan & traditional options. We proudly make all of our own pasta, including our gluten free & vegan pastas. As well as our traditional, gluten free pizza base options.

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Pam

Dined 1 day ago

Loved everything about this restaurant. Ambience, service and food were all fantastic!

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4.7

4.7 (690)

$41 to $100

Australian

Wollongong

About the restaurant

Rookie Eatery offers diners contemporary Australian cuisine in a casual context. A produce-driven menu centres on modern Australian food, as the kitchen serves an eclectic mix of local ingredients with multicultural influences. At Rookie, we believe that ‘Australian cuisine’ is a multicultural phenomenon that exists nowhere else in the world and so we aim to provide a contemporary interpretation with the local ingredients on offer. The result is a diverse inspiration of eastern and western cultures brought together with fragrant and fresh flavours. An on-site herb garden provides the kitchen with a range of indigenous and introduced herb species, whilst a commitment to strong supplier relationships sees the South Coast’s best produce showcased.

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Warren

Dined 6 days ago

Shared an outstanding tasting lunch with girlfriends. Each dish was more delicious than the previous one.. I’d go back in a heartbeat

Zushi Barangaroo

4.7

4.7 (1518)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Barangaroo

About the restaurant

At the edge of the CBD, in the spectacular 22-hectare waterfront precinct where an old container terminal once stood, discerning foodies can now find some of the city’s best sushi in Barangaroo. Established in 2016, the newest addition to the Zushi restaurant empire is in Sydney’s impressive new harbour foreshore playground. Zushi Barangaroo is both stylish and comfortable, capturing the relaxed style of a typical Japanese bar or izakaya designed by the renowned architect Koichi Takada. We offer premium service complimented with a wide selection of imported beers, Japanese inspired cocktails, and Japanese sake and whisky.
Zushi prides itself on using only carefully sourced local ingredients; the freshest vegetables and sustainable seafood where possible and most of the menu is gluten-free. We are open every day for lunch and dinner, serving delectable sushi, sashimi and share plates. And the glorious harbour views are pretty tasty too.

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Glenn

Dined on 3 Sept 2024

one of our favourite restaurants, as food always great, drinks are unique and great. Location outstanding and great night.

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4.6

4.6 (564)

$41 to $100

Turkish

Barangaroo

About the restaurant

Modern Turkish restaurant and mezebar in Barangaroo, Sydney inspired by the seaside meyhanes of Istanbul.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 16 Jun 2024

A favourite each time I visit Sydney. Delicious food and friendly,attentive professional staff.

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Popular dish

Cauliflower

Alpha Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (1196)

$41 to $100

Greek

Sydney CBD

About the restaurant

Alpha, located in Sydney, is a premier Greek restaurant that exudes freshness and sophistication. The restaurant's calm Grecian style is showcased through its whitewashed walls, oak floors, and layered grey fabrics. With Greek-inspired curves and arches, the Mediterranean design is integrated seamlessly throughout.

Along with an a la carte selection, our share feast banquet menus allows the opportunity to sit, relax and enjoy the culture and conversation amongst your friends and family. Alpha, is home away from home.

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CRyd

Dined on 2 May 2024

The food was great. Definitely recommend following the recommendation of the wait staff on portion quantities for number of diners as some dishes are quite generous & saves over ordering. Staff were attentive & not over-bearing for a business lunch.

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Glass Brasserie (Breakfast)

4.5

4.5 (33)

$41 to $100

Breakfast

Sydney CBD

About the restaurant

Experience Hilton's famous buffet breakfast located within chef’s hatted, Glass Brasserie.
Your guests will indulge in the finest breakfast options, whilst enjoying unparalleled views of the Queen Victoria Building. Hilton Sydney’s buffet breakfast offers quality and consistency in all aspects of food and service.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 6 Jul 2024

We had a la carte. Food was great, as it was busy it did take a while to come out. Price for food was good but I find $9 for a small glass of orange juice ridiculous.

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Experience

Hilton Buffet Breakfast

The Gallery All-Day Dining - Sheraton on the Park Sydney

3.9

3.9 (62)

$40 and under

Australian

Sydney CBD

About the restaurant

Designed as a social gathering space, The Gallery offers a relaxed restaurant setting in which to enjoy a quick morning coffee or a leisurely high tea. Find space to meet and dine while you catch up with friends in Sydney.

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GaryB

Dined on 27 Dec 2023

Great food and lots of variety, lovely presentation, staff quick to fill up your empty glass of sparkling, plently of tea with 1 pot each. Been for a lot of high teas found this the best.

BORN by Tapavino - Barangaroo

4.5

4.5 (1286)

$40 and under

Spanish

Barangaroo

About the restaurant

BóRN is the 3rd venue in the Tapavino stable and takes its cue from the tapas bars & restaurants in & around El Born, Barcelona. Located on the waterfront in Barangaroo, We take inspiration from the Spanish classics but with a modern twist.

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Nik

Dined on 25 Aug 2024

Always enjoy it here where the food is always fresh and delicious. Great value and equally great service.

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Experience

Bottomless Brunch $99

Experience

Melbourne cup

Kokumai - Barangaroo

4.1

4.1 (10)

$41 to $100

Sushi

Barangaroo

About the restaurant

Kokumai means “black rice” in Japanese and is a premium sushi bar operated as a new concept of Japanese restaurant operated with an omakase function.

Seating appx. 60 people and serving up premium roll, nigiri, and sashimi with a great selection of wine, sake, and beer.

*Omakase: Authentic Japanese omakase menu is implemented. Menus made with fresh seasonal ingredients are prepared by the head chef in Kokumai.
**Premium sushi bar: We are operating as a premium sushi bar by using seasonal and superior ingredients.

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Ruby

Dined on 24 Feb 2024

The food was fantastic, everything we order was really delicious. It is on the expensive side but it’s really good quality stuff so it’s worth it

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Experience

Lunch Deal

Experience

Sushi & Sashimi Course

Experience

Kokumai Course

China Diner - Tramsheds

4.5

4.5 (277)

$40 and under

Chinese

Forest Lodge

About the restaurant

China Diner represents a contemporary approach to Asian Dining, in a stylish venue inspired by 1930's Shanghai. China Diner specialises in dumplings, vegan, seafood & meat dishes, that pair perfectly with an extensive wine, sake & cocktail list.

China Diner Tramsheds offers both an expansive dining room and al fresco terrace with a gorgeous grassy outlook.

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Hamish

Dined on 1 Sept 2024

Was a nice event, welcomed for Father's Day with a beer, nice touch.

China Diner - Bondi

3.8

3.8 (531)

$40 and under

Chinese

Bondi Beach

About the restaurant

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Mia

Dined 5 days ago

We had the Roll on bottomless brunch, it was fantastic, the staff were regularly coming to the table to refill our drinks once they were done. We got take away containers for our food we couldn’t finish. The drinks were amazing, especially the espresso martini’s!!

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Roll on Bottomless Brunch

DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar - Carlton

4.4

4.4 (553)

$40 and under

Pizzeria

Carlton

About the restaurant

D.O.C is real Italian eating and age old simplicity refreshed with contemporary flair. A celebration of heritage. A joy in sharing. Authentic, exuberant and outrageously Italian.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 24 Aug 2024

We ordered doc pizza and pancetta pizza and they were both juicy and delicious Will definitely go back.

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Experience

Two-course DOC Degustazione menu ($60)

Experience

Three-course DOC Degustazione Menu ($70)

Pig & Whistle Tavern - Olinda

4.8

4.8 (898)

$41 to $100

British

Olinda

About the restaurant

We are a family owned, traditional English tavern nestled away in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. Boasting 16 taps, great wines, an extensive spirit selection and a tried and tested no nonsense menu. There is no doubt that The Piggy will make you feel at home.

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Lara

Dined 5 days ago

We had a fantastic lunch here. The service was fantastic, food lovely and the general atmosphere was great. Highly recommend!

The Deck at Flinders Hotel

4.2

4.2 (997)

$40 and under

Gastro Pub

Flinders

About the restaurant

The Deck caters for all tastes from your pub classics, a selection of steaks, through to more bistro style sharing dishes, starters and mains. Children’s options are also available.

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John

Dined on 25 Aug 2024

Service food & venue 1st class will return very soon

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3.7

3.7 (28)

$41 to $100

Asian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Authentic Chinese Restaurant in Melbourne
Since 2018 Shanghai Flower has been serving incredible, authentic Chinese food for the people of Melbourne. With world-class chefs at the helm, enjoy all your favorites as well as a range of authentic Chinese dishes from across the country. Bringing flavors from the streets of Shanghai to our restaurant in Melbourne, there’s something for everyone, from Peking Duck to pork belly. We’re sure you’ll discover something you love at Shanghai Flower.

Live Seafood Prepared Fresh
We believe that food is best eaten fresh. Especially when it comes to Chinese cuisine. If you’re a fan of fresh fish you’ll love our live seafood menu, lobster, boasting fresh fish, snow crab, and shellfish sourced daily from local markets. Prices at market price, availability will depend on demand and supply available.

Private room's Requirement:
We do have private room for customers, however it has minimum spending and deposit, please call us for more information.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 10 Jul 2024

Nice food and good service Waiters were friendly

Stalactites Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (151)

$40 and under

Greek

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

We accept booking for groups of 6 and above. Smaller groups can come as a walk in

Experience Stalactites, one of Melbourne's longest established & well known Greek restaurants. Owned and operated by the same Greek family since 1978, Stalactites has long become a Melbourne institution.

Open from 11am-late 7 days a week, Stalactites offers a Greek feast of home made dips, tasty giro souvlaki and chargrilled meats and authentic home made dishes from southern Greece.

Many Gluten Free Options, Vegan and Vegetarian dishes are available including souvlaki, dips and mains.

Reservations accepted for groups above 6 people

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 21 Jul 2024

The food is so good, comes out so quickly and is really affordable

Horn & Hoof

4.9

4.9 (5)

$41 to $100

European

Docklands

About the restaurant

Horn & Hoof Restaurant Docklands is situated in the heart of the Melbourne’s food district, only a stone’s throw from the Docklands Stadium, ⁠ This waterfront venue is the perfect location to enjoy a drink with a view, and a truly exceptional European dining experience at the Horn & Hoof Restaurant Docklands.⁠

Our purpose is to provide you with an exceptional dining experience, championing traditional forage from the forests. We lovingly prepare our dishes, paying homage to our forefathers by integrating age-old cooking methods to bring to you an authentic food experience.

It is our belief that using these time-proven methods brings a more realistic taste, enhancing the innate flavours of the ingredients and making it much more authentic.

Winner Best European Restaurant 2021 & 2022

⁠Open 6pm until late, Wednesday through to Sunday. We look forward to seeing you soon Horn & Hoof Restaurant Docklands!

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AnnaM

Dined on 18 Nov 2023

Interesting menu for something different … food was very rich and tasty. We didn’t realise there wasn’t an a la carte menu so it made for a bigger meal than planned. The owner/in charge was trying very hard to impress … The NewQuay area still feels a bit empty and remote - hopefully the area will flourish over time …. It could do with a street-hawkers market or something to liven things up ??? We ended up tramming up to a whiskey bar in Russell st afterwards which was popping :)

The Essence

4.0

4 (242)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

At Essence, it’s all about the freshest, local produce in our region, hand picked by our Head Chef and complemented by native herbs & spices.

It’s about that little touch of something different to the familiar that leaves you wondering and makes you want to taste more and more.

Step into Essence and sample the local hearty, warming flavours of our Chefs’ signature recipes.

Join us on the journey of re-discovering Essences of our local produce.

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Melanie

Dined on 11 Aug 2024

Fantastic food and great value express lunch only criticism is they charge the credit card in advance and 2 days later the pending charges still haven’t been reversed. I’m not keen on them charging my credit card in advance

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Experience

Blush & Bloom High Tea (Weekend)

Experience

Pre-Theatre Menu

Experience

Blush & Bloom High Tea (Weekday)

Alluvial

3.8

3.8 (131)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Nestled between the historic Rialto and Winfield buildings, Alluvial Restaurant effortlessly melds a mix of old and new, all imbued with the culinary and cultural charms of Melbourne. Alluvial Restaurant, named after Alluvial gold deposits in honour of the gold rush, when Melbourne was the richest city in the world.

Situated under our iconic glass atrium, is the perfect setting to try our international buffet breakfast, all day dining menu or simply enjoy a coffee or wine in Bluestone Lounge Bar, for a more casual option. Sample modern Melbourne cuisine with the best local produce and flavours Melbourne has to offer. Melbourne’s electric dining scene offers a startling array of the world’s greatest cuisines, the hotel amplifies these diverse cultures that make Melbourne eating so unique.

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Stephen

Dined on 31 Aug 2024

An excellent, upmarket in-house restaurant. The food was amazing, and staff were attentive, friendly, and professional, adding to a fantastic overall dining experience.

Little Collins St Kitchen

4.0

4 (349)

$41 to $100

Australian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Embark on a culinary journey at Little Collins St Kitchen (LCSK), situated within Sheraton Melbourne Hotel. Our cooking philosophy celebrates simplicity, seasonality, and the science of grilled cooking. Here, sweetness surrenders to savoury, earthiness yields to the caress of natural flavours, and textures waltz playfully across your tongue.

Nestled at the Paris end of Little Collins Street, next to Parliament station, we offer warm and welcoming hospitality experience based around our kitchen table.

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KirstenT

Dined on 17 Feb 2024

Fantastic service, delicious food, generous portions.

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Experience

A la Carte Lunch

Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana

4.3

4.3 (1038)

$40 and under

Italian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana in the Melbourne CBD is serving rustic and authentic Italian food like its meant to be – flavoursome, simple and made with a healthy dose of Italian passion. The chefs behind this Manchester Lane restaurant are dedicated to following traditional recipes (just like Nonna used), using their knowledge from homeland Italy and adding just a touch of gourmet modernity. Freshly made pasta is undoubtedly the star of the show at Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana, ranging from gnocchi and tagliatelle to fettuccine and pappardelle. Yet the menu also offers rustic pizzas, traditional mains and homemade desserts that will satisfy any guest – especially when enjoyed alongside the Italian and Australian wines available. Better yet, the service and atmosphere of Maccaroni is both genuine and inviting. Located in the Melbourne CBD, this restaurant is understandably popular and making an advance booking is highly recommended.

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Sam

Dined on 25 Aug 2024

Lovely food, service and environment. Table upstairs is quieter. And great hours to have an early dinner or catch up if you’re seeing a dhow.

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Father’s Office QV Little Lonsdale

4.1

4.1 (778)

$40 and under

American

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

If you’re looking for a place in the heart of the Melbourne CBD that promises atmosphere, exceptional value and one the best and liveliest bar restaurants, look no further than Father’s Office.Father's Office transports you to 1920's America during the prohibition era. The Speakeasy theme is featured throughout the entire venue with vintage pieces adorning the walls. The drinks list is focused on period items, including signature cocktails, a wide range of whisky and rum, as well as craft beers from local micro-brewers.

Join us for happy hour Tuesday - Sunday 4pm - 8pm.

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Mitch

Dined on 1 Sept 2024

Have been here many times for the drinks, but this was the first time for the food. The $59 set menu was great value and the staff were super accommodating and lovely as we were a group with 3 kids and they were so patient and kind. I had the steak which was cooked perfect medium and the sides were excellent too. Couldn't speak more highly of this dining experience - it was a pleasant surprise for sure!

Father’s Office Downtown Flinders Lane

4.2

4.2 (118)

$40 and under

American

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

BAR | RESTAURANT | CLUB DOWNTOWN
Father’s Office Downtown is our 2nd location from our Father’s Office
concept. 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 became
the place to be and underground bootleg liquor (and the debauchery that
follows) thrived.

Expect a sprawling 350-person late night venue serving Father’s Office
all-Americana cuisine that has been loved by so many.

Head downstairs to party the night away where you can mingle late into
the night with a cocktail in hand. With a 7am Liquor License, you can
party your weekends away!

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Beck

Dined on 31 Aug 2024

We had amazing service from the fabulous Andy, he friendly and engaging and we loved him! Thanks Andy.

Darwin Club - Admiralty House

3.9

3.9 (82)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Darwin City

About the restaurant

The Darwin Club is closing a chapter. From the 4th of July of 2023 will only operate as a event venue.

The Darwin Club, as part of the well established and historically recognized Admiralty House, is a unique seafood dining experience in the Northern Territory.

The restaurant is located in a stunning position overlooking the endemic leafy ground of the Admiralty House, the Esplanade, and further out, the multiple shades of blue of the Arafura Sea.

The venue has an atmosphere of relaxed elegance, perpetuating the legacy of the oldest club in Darwin. The wooden floors, high ceilings, velvet seats and yesteryear photographs will swoop you through the ages, to the 1930 era, Darwin early days.

Put time on pause, come and dine with us. We will ravish your senses with a menu crafted to highlight the exceptional produce that we so carefully source.

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TimX

Dined on 24 May 2023

I would have preferred the snapper dish but decided against it due to the chorizo.

China Diner - Double Bay

4.2

4.2 (253)

$40 and under

Chinese

Double Bay

About the restaurant

China Diner represents a contemporary approach to Asian Dining, in a stylish venue inspired by 1930's Shanghai. China Diner specialises in dumplings, vegan, seafood & meat dishes, that pair perfectly with an extensive wine, sake & cocktail list.

Nestled between The Sheaf & Bake Bar Double Bay with outside seating & cosy booths.

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Dani

Dined on 21 Feb 2024

Food was great. Wait staff were attentive. We sat outside and it was lovely in the evening.

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