Andrew Zuccala

Andrew Zuccala is the Melbourne Editor for Concrete Playground, writing about all the best things to do in the city. This includes sharing the most exciting new bars and restaurants you need to check out, the coolest events taking place each week, and just about anything else that’ll help you explore Melbourne to the fullest.

Andrew has a heap of experience as a lifestyle writer — focusing on food and travel — having worked for several publications in Australia and the UK. He’s always eating and drinking about town, hitting up exhibitions, dancing at live gigs and going on day trips around Victoria. Concrete Playground is where he’s sharing all these adventures.

Favourite restaurant in Melbourne: I love Amiconi Restaurant in West Melbourne. It’s an old-school Italian joint that’s been around for over 60 years, serving up authentic Sicilian eats with a BYO wine license. If you're going with a group, make sure you order the banquet feast — there's no way you'll be leaving hungry.

Guide
The 40 Best Restaurants for Group Bookings in Melbourne

These spots are large (and rowdy) enough to host all your mates for dinner.

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News
Coming Soon: Mischa Tropp's Sports Bar and Restaurant Kolkata Cricket Club Takes Punters Back to A Bygone-Era in India

This playful venue inspired by Bengali cricket clubs and members' bars represents the start of a new era for Crown, as the complex seeks to keep itself relevant.

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News
Coming Soon: Global Darts Bar Chain Flight Club Is Bringing Its Own Take on Competitive Socialising to Melbourne

A nine-million-dollar fitout has transformed this two-storey CBD space into a huge darts bar.

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Event
Bridge Road Brewers' Spring Tasting in the City

Fri, 29 Nov - Sat, 30 Nov 2024
Bridge Road Brewers Brunswick, Brunswick East

This afternoon of tasting session let's you explore a lesser-known Victorian wine region (Beechworth) without leaving Melbourne.

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Guide
The 14 Best Hotels In Melbourne

Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and pillow menus await.

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Event
Terasu Japanese Dining Pop-Up at Portsea Hotel

Fri, 3 Jan - Sun, 19 Jan 2025
Portsea Hotel, Portsea

Chef Yukio Ozeki is serving up a a luxe six-course Japanese feed at Mornington Peninsula's beloved Portsea Hotel for only a few weeks in January.

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Event
Spanish BBQ Fiesta on Pinchy's Balcony

Sun, 1 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec 2024
Pinchy's, Melbourne

Hit up this CBD restaurant on Sunday arvos in December for unlimited food and drinks on its sun-soaked terrace.

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Guide
The 16 Best Bars for Dancing in Melbourne

Forget about the week that was and cut some shapes on these tried and tested Melbourne dance floors.

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Guide
The Best Indian Restaurants in Sydney

Explore menus with hundreds of regional dishes — or just order a butter chicken and be done with it at these brilliant Indian restaurants in Sydney.

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Guide
The 22 Best Pubs in Melbourne

Looking for a new local? This list of classic Melbourne boozers and more contemporary gastropubs will suit all beer and parma enthusiasts.

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News
Coming Soon: Hong Kong Noodle Chain TamJai Mixian Is Opening Its First Australian Stores in Melbourne This Year

TamJai Mixian already has 240 noodle shops across Asia, and its first four Australian locations are all opening in Melbourne.

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Guide
Where to Find the Best Burgers in Melbourne

Classic cheeseburgers, spicy fried chicken buns, and everything in between.

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Event
Smith Street Studio Christmas Market Pop-Up

Sat, 23 Nov, 2024
Smith Street Studio, Collingwood

Find the perfect Christmas gifts from a stack of independent lifestyle, fashion and beauty brands.

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News
QVM's Summer Night Market Is Back for a Massive 15-Week Season Packed with Food, Drinks and Shopping

The 2024-25 Summer Night Market season is going to be huge — expect 45 food traders, six pop-up bars and 60 makers market stalls every Wednesday night.

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Event
Sun Chasers Sunday Sessions

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 - Sun, 2 Feb 2025
W Melbourne, Melbourne

Pair your sky-high swim sesh with bottomless wine and snacks at W Melbourne.

Buy Tickets

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News
Now Open: Cheri Is South Melbourne's Sleek New Euro-Inspired Bakery and Cafe

You'll find Darling Group's latest all-day diner right across the road from South Melbourne Market.

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Guide
The 21 Best BYO Restaurants in Melbourne

Head to your local bottle shop or pilfer your own wine collection before hitting these Melbourne BYO restaurants.

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Guide
The Best Mexican Restaurants in Sydney

Head to Sydney's top Mexican restaurants for seriously good tacos and tamales, rare mezcals and many, many margaritas.

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News
Sebastian Beach Bar and Deck Has Officially Reopened, and the Team Is Throwing a Huge Party to Celebrate

Ring in the start of summer on Sebastian's beach bar and deck during a night filled with live music, $2 oysters and $6 sangrias.

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News
Queen Victoria Market Has Launched a New Food Truck Precinct That's Open Five Days a Week

The new Food Truck Precinct features nine vendors offering a diverse range of cuisines as well as organic coffee and vegan snacks.

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