Top Picks for Cosy Winter Dining

by OpenTable

Updated 02 June 2023

Warm up with a full belly and a glass of wine at these cosy winter dining spots. Even better, there’s a complimentary bottle of Ziegler Barossa red wine for bookings of 4 or more!

Exclusive offer available to OpenTable bookings made for dining between now and 31 July 2023 at these participating restaurants.

Salted Egg

4.4

4.4 (445)

$41 to $100

Asian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Born from the colourful, eclectic and vivid origins of South East Asian cuisine, Salted Egg is an oasis of originality in a sea of conformity. A place where knowledge and authenticity have a seat at the table. If you have a taste for discovery, Salted Egg will stimulate and surprise all the senses. With a menu dominated by traditional Thai cuisine, it is a dining experience that will transport you to another world. A place where ideas are hatched, over a glass of wine or a cocktail or two. A destination for those who walk to the beat of their own drum. Those with a curious appetite and an insatiable desire for a culinary adventure.

Top review

JoL22

Dined 1 day ago

I highly recommend the tasting menu. The restaurant catered extremely well for dietary needs. Work Christmas Luncheon done well! and we will definitely recommend and visit again.

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Popular dish

Smoked Duck Betel Leaf

Popular dish

Pomelo Betel Leaf

Popular dish

Shiitake Mushroom Dumpling

The Alexander Bar

4.2

4.2 (40)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Paying tribute to its lively past, Alexander Bar is named after the original owner of the hotel first built on the site in the 1880s. This was reincarnated in 1926 as The Hotel Alexander. Alexander Bar is now the elegant ground floor attraction at The Savoy Hotel Little Collins, infused with a rich history. Famous guests could once be found here during the jazz era and beyond, sipping on cocktails while listening to the easy sounds of crooners sharing the scene.

The space has recently been refurbished in a contemporary Art Deco design, honouring its origins. The bar, encased in marble, showcases bold geometric patterned carpets, linear angled pillars, full-length mirrors, and classic tray ceilings, complemented by soft lighting.

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Fritz

Dined 5 days ago

It was a lovely surprise to find we had been allotted as requested a quiet corner.The staff were attentive and made us very welcome.Meal choice was limited but the food was well presented and tasty.Very good value for money.Would certainly use the venue again.

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Experience

Afternoon Tea at The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins

St Marks Road Co. Melbourne

4.6

4.6 (28)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

St Marks Road Co. is your new favourite hangout. Serving coffees in the morning, beers and cocktails in the evening, and good food, great tunes and a neighbourhood feel around the clock. There is a bunch of daily specials to help get you through the week, from ‘brew on the crew’ free coffee Mondays to happy hour every Friday. Make the most of our comfy chairs and free WiFi and make yourself at home.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 26 Aug 2023

Amazing food - highly recommend Service was a bit slow at times

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Experience

Festive Lunch Celebration

Experience

Christmas Celebration

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New Year Eve Dinner

Mr. Tompkins

4.2

4.2 (17)

$41 to $100

European

Melbourne CBD

About the restaurant

Mr Tompkins is a classic European-style restaurant with a modern twist using Native Australian Bushfoods. Our head chef Eric Kwek, previously from CODA, has carefully curated the menu with quality local produce.

Our paperbark Roasted Murray cod is our signature dish.
Paperbark is traditionally used by indigenous cultures as bedding and to wrap proteins in before tossing them into the fire and we have adopted this method to cook our Murray Cod. To impart the very unique smoky flavor we light the bark on fire to release the aromatic smell in the smoke.

Mr Tompkins is located at 318 Flinders Street Melbourne, opposite the iconic Flinders Street Station in the Melbourne CBD and a short stroll to famous landmarks like Federation Square, MCG, and the Rod Laver Arena.

Our intimate and moody underground space enables our guests to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, but still watch the comings and goings on Flinders Street above through our NYC-style windows.

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RachB

Dined 7 days ago

Had the Venison. It was sublime , tender and miost cooked to perfection

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Experience

Chef's signature 3 course with free flowing drinks

Experience

Three course meal including a side dish.

Experience

Two course menu including a side dish.

North & Common

4.5

4.5 (130)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Coburg

About the restaurant

Our chefs draw inspiration from their diverse backgrounds to create unique and flavorful dishes that are sure to surprise and delight. With a menu that changes with the seasons, patrons can expect new and exciting selections alongside classical favourites year-round. Our emphasis on quality and flavour provides a dining experience that is both refined and approachable.

With an exceptionally varied and deep wine selection, we are sure to help you find just the right beverage to celebrate any occasion (or day of the week) take a journey through our Book of Wine or be guided into our walk-in cellar and take your pick.

Set in such a unique space North&COMMON lends itself to a refined yet approachable atmosphere, perfect for those looking for a sophisticated yet casual dining experience without sacrificing quality or flavour. Available seven days, right here in the heart of Coburg.

Top review

MarieV

Dined 6 days ago

Great airy atmosphere - nice large tables. Great food. The mid week deal is a winner.

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Experience

Glass of Sparkling with a Four-Course Shared Menu

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Four Course Shared Menu

Experience

The Yard

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