Alejandro Saravia is totally in his element with Morena Melbourne, masterfully executing his own take on contemporary Latin American fine-dining.

Dine on modern Thai dishes within an impeccably restored horse stable.

Packed to the brim, this little gem offers a trip to Spain sans the passport.

Tucked away in stencil-drenched Hosier Lane, MoVida offers a grazing extravaganza in an enchanting room akin to what you'd actually get in downtown Barcelona.

This Chengu-born hot pot brand has locals flocking for its bold Sichuan soup bases and vast menu of add-ins.

Accessible Indian-inspired cuisine with a fine dining twist.

There’s a fiesta in Melbourne and everyone wants to be invited.

A Thai restaurant in Melbourne's CBD, from the family who previously ran Thai Culinary and Raan Kan Eang.

It's a relatively new addition to the Melbourne Italian restaurant scene but is already one of its finest.

This hidden CBD restaurant specialises in kaiseki — effortlessly serving up decadent (but seemingly simple) 11-course feeds to those looking to truly treat themselves.

This considered offering heroes cooking techniques from eras past and a surprising fusion of flavours.

Lobster rolls and karaoke, together at last.

Let little robots with digital cat faces deliver your Thai street food eats directly to the table.

A neon-pink temple of lobster rolls and champagne in the CBD.

Chris Lucas's three storeys of Japanese grandeur in the heart of Melbourne.

An easy dinner choice that won't disappoint.

Several of Melbourne's best Japanese chefs owe a debt of a gratitude to Kenzan.

Andrew McConnell's elegant cocktail bar and European bistro serves up caviar, champagne and truffles aplenty.

Xiao long bao steals the show at this Shanghainese dumpling restaurant — especially the luxe black truffle variety.

The NOMAD team has taken French fine-dining to the next level in Melbourne.

A love letter to the people and produce of Victoria's diverse regions, featuring a 3000-bottle wine library and a rotating 'region in residence' menu.

Part art gallery, part Italian restaurant, this CBD is the second outpost of St Kilda's Cafe Di Stasio.

Like an ancient ronin samurai, Chef Patrick Kwong has no master. He's breaking the rules and doing omakase his own way.

From the minds behind Liminal and Common Ground Project comes this after-work go-to for cocktails and clever contemporary bites.

Be sure to take your time when visiting Atria, not just to admire the city skyline, but to fully appreciate all the skill and passion that's gone into the food and drink offerings.

This long-running CBD spot dishes up fuss-free, Shanghainese food.

Raise a glass to Melbourne’s wine bar renaissance.

Luke Mangan is serving up classic French fare in the CBD's Hotel Indigo.

Despite missing out on the neighbouring Meyers Place revolution, the Waiter's Club remains a city stalwart.

Home to excellent a la carte Japanese eats, omakase experiences and a private dining room with immersive visual projections.

With an atmosphere that perfectly mirrors the vibrant hustle and bustle of a Bangkok market.

Tradition meets innovation at W Melbourne's omakase diner, now under the expert guidance of Head Chef Hajime Horiguchi.

Roll in for caviar, dry-aged duck burgers and a decadent lemon and rum baba.

Indian street food for fly-by snacking or full-on feasting.

A long-standing legend you can always rely on when Italian comfort food and big, buttery bowls of pasta are the go.

HER's smoky Thai barbecue canteen is heating things up with its flame-cooked skewers, punchy laab variations and tropical cocktails.

'Nomad' appears to be a misnomer: this is one place we'd be very content to set down some roots.

This cosy CBD spot is a go-to for exceptional (and budget-friendly) Malaysian hawker food.

A CBD basement bar serving up French bistro food and cocktails until 5am.

Elegance and attention to detail at one of Melbourne's oldest Chinese restaurants.

This CBD taqueria is completely gluten-free, very vegan and open till 3am every night.

Melbourne's Il Mercato Centrale is serving up pizza, pasta, calamari fritti, gelato, cannoli, cocktails, wine and so much more — to have in or take away.

The San Telmo Group's playful take on modern Japanese barbecue heroes skewers cooked over charcoal and cleverly reworked classic cocktails.

Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.

A long-standing Chinatown institution, where the frills are minimal, the Cantonese eats are generous and the dinner service kicks on till the wee hours.

Offering a wide selection of tequila to relieve you after that climb at Curtin House.

A sophisticated exploration of 'new Nordic' cuisine boasting Michelin cred, where traditional techniques are cleverly fused with modern Scandi flair.

Top-notch Italian food. Essential Melbourne dining.

Expect live bands, DJs and nine different different soup bases — including one with 130 different herbs and spices.

This dramatic venue from Chris Lucas features two restaurants and a glam cocktail lounge.

Jessi Singh's rule-breaking Indian restaurant has naan pizza and 70s Bollywood tunes.