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From candlelit wine bars and historical mansions, to antique stores and cosy cafes, these spellbinding spots are straight out of 'Practical Magic'.
Settle in for a productive work or study session with a strong coffee in hand at these laptop-friendly cafes around Melbourne.
These Melbourne cafes, delis, bakeries and bagel shops serve up the best breakfast in Melbourne whether you're after a greasy egg and bacon buns, a sweet and crunchy pastries, a refined Japanese set breakfast, or anything in between.
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NewsThis Just in: the Awards for Victoria's Top Pubs and Hotels Were Handed Down Last Night — so Did Your Local Make the Cut?
The significant event acknowledges the hard work and dedication that continues to make Melbourne's hospitality industry one of the city's most distinctive and attractive features.
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GuideThe Best Cafes for Working or Studying in Melbourne
Settle in for a productive work or study session with a strong coffee in hand at these laptop-friendly cafes around Melbourne.
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Where to Find the Best Breakfast in Melbourne
These Melbourne cafes, delis, bakeries and bagel shops serve up the best breakfast in Melbourne whether you're after a greasy egg and bacon buns, a sweet and crunchy pastries, a refined Japanese set breakfast, or anything in between.
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GuideThe 20 Best (and Cosiest) Bars and Pubs with Fireplaces in Melbourne
Melbourne's infamous chill has set in, so warm up over fireside beers and comforting pub classics.
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GuideThe Best Wine Bars in Melbourne
Considered fitouts, elevated shared plates and a uniquely curated wine offering — these are our favourite wine bars across the city.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Breakfast in Melbourne's CBD
Make time to visit these CBD cafes and never turn up to work hungry again.
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RestaurantSpaghetti Club
95 Swan St, Richmond
Menu highlights include a thick-cut pork chop cotoletta and Nonno's golden-baked lasagne.
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RestaurantLittle Rose
274 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
The French-Asian bistro is here for a good time, not a long time, with the residency sticking around for only a few short months.
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BarFlorentino
80 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
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RestaurantFico, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG
701 Swanston Street, Carlton
Fico is grounded in Carlton’s historic heritage of Italian culture and generous shared dining.
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RestaurantJulietta
220 Toorak Road, South Yarra
With Italian-style wines, pasta at its core, and a focused selection of classic desserts, Julietta keeps things approachable, comfortable and familiar.
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RestaurantRonin
445 Little Collins Street, Melbourne
Like an ancient ronin samurai, this omakase joint does things its own way, now introducing a Korean-inspired set menu.
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Florentino
80 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
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BarThe Florence
133 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
The cocktail list features five variations of the Negroni, along with Tuscan wines and creative house signatures.
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BarThe Rochester Hotel
202 Johnston Street, Fitzroy
The Rochey boasts a famous happy hour, specials almost every night of the week, and now a comedy and curry evening.
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BarBar Lourinha
37 Little Collins Street, Melbourne
Always bustling and packed to the brim, this little gem offers a trip to Spain sans the passport.
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BarHotel Nacional
23-25 Hardware Lane, Melbourne
Hotel Nacional is Hardware Lane's five-storey, totally gluten-free Mexican restaurant and bar.
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BarThe Fitzroy Pinnacle
251-255 Saint Georges Road, Fitzroy North
Fitzroy North's oddly-shaped corner pub gets a new lease on life under new management.
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NewsThe 18 Most Whimsical, Witchy and Gothic Places in Melbourne
From candlelit wine bars and historical mansions, to antique stores and cosy cafes, these spellbinding spots are straight out of 'Practical Magic'.
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NewsThis Just In: Greece Is Loaning 100 Artefacts to Brisbane for the Upcoming Olympics
The 2032 Olympic Games will include an ode to the event's history thanks to this landmark exhibition.
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NewsCoolangatta Is Turning Back the Clocks to the Golden Oldies for a Festival of Music, Motors and Misty-Eyed Nostalgia This June
Tune your radio to the good ol' days when Australia's biggest nostalgia festival returns for 2026.
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NewsMove My Way Is Bringing Soulful Vibes to Sydney and Melbourne, Headlined by Ezra Collective, Freddie Gibbs and Kokoroko
This debut twin-city festival serves slow-burning grooves and chilled community vibes, featuring an exclusive local and international lineup.
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NewsRISING 2026's Final Lineup Drop Adds the World's Smallest Ramen-Ya, Late-Night Dining Collabs and Indigenous Futurisms
From speculative bison projections to midnight martinis and a tiny ramen restaurant, this sprawling festival's final additions make for a huge event.
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NewsAn Astrologer on Decoding Your Dreams, Not Micromanaging the Universe and Why Things Not Going Your Way Is Exactly the Point
Journalist-turned-dream guru Matt Galea wants you to listen to what your nightmares are trying to tell you.
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EventVegan Tuesdays
Tue, 19 May, 2026
Babu Ji, St Kilda
Tuck into an all-you-can-eat vegan curry feast at St Kilda's Babu Ji every week.
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EventDumplings 'n' Massage
Tue, 19 May, 2026
Horse Bazaar, Melbourne
Horse Bazaar pairs these two indulgences for just $15 every Tuesday night.
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EventAll-You-Can-Eat Sushi Tuesdays
Tue, 19 May, 2026
Tokosan, Prahran
Devour as many rolls as you can every Tuesday.
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EventTuesday Whisky & Cheese Night
Tue, 19 May, 2026
Eau De Vie, Melbourne
Spend your Tuesdays sampling whisky and cheese at Eau de Vie.
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EventBottomless Vegan Tacos
Tue, 19 May, 2026
Don Taco, Brunswick East
Don Taco is serving up all-you-can-eat vegan tacos every Tuesday for just $20 per person.
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EventAll-You-Can-Eat Gyoza
Wed, 20 May, 2026
Bosozoku, South Yarra
Head to South Yarra's Japanese biker bar for an hour of power every Wednesday night.
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EventGroove Therapy
Wed, 20 May, 2026
The Workers Club, Fitzroy
Let out all those feelings in this biweekly no-judgement dance class.
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EventLongsong's Cheese Nights
Wed, 20 May, 2026
Longsong, Melbourne
Melty jaffles, oozy raclette and crispy saganaki, one night a week.
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EventBring a Friend for Free at Peninsula Hot Springs
Fri, 1 May - Fri, 29 May 2026
Peninsula Hot Springs, Fingal
Book in a midweek chill, as this month-long promotion offers a two-for-one soak for you and a bestie.
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EventThe Big Design Market: Almost Winter
Fri, 22 May 2026, Sat, 23 May 2026 and Sun, 24 May 2026
Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton
This truly massive event features more than 250 independent designers and over 75 artisanal food stalls, ensuring you're fully stocked for the cold months ahead.
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EventYum Cha Sundays
Sun, 24 May, 2026
The National Hotel, Richmond
Cure your Sunday arvo blues with dumplings at The National Hotel in Richmond.
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EventBottomless Martini Brunch
Sun, 24 May, 2026
Newmarket Hotel, St Kilda
End your weekend on a caffeine high with two hours of espresso martinis.
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EventHank Marvin Market
Sun, 24 May, 2026
Royal Avenue Park, Sandringham
This Bayside market serves up a feast of food and drinks every Sunday.
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EventGlazed High Tea
Sun, 24 May, 2026
Glazed Gluten Free Patisserie, Elsternwick
A gluten free, dairy free and nut free high tea that the whole crew can enjoy.
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EventBook Doof — A Reading Rave at Revolver
Sat, 30 May, 2026
Revolver Upstairs, Prahran
Transforming the dance floor into a cosy book-lovers' den, this community-driven reading event is raising funds for Indigenous literacy.
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EventFree Classes for Gut Health Day at KICStudio
Fri, 29 May, 2026
KICStudio, Cremorne
From somatic flows to yoghurt bowls, treat your gut this Gut Health Day with a free session and a feel-good snack.
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EventThe Fitzroy Mills Market
Mon, 25 May, 2026
The Fitzroy Mills, Fitzroy
This much-loved Fitzroy market showcases a top selection of local food producers an makers each Saturday.
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EventMahjong Nights at Moondrop Bar
Sun, 12 Apr 2026, Sun, 26 Apr 2026 and Tue, 26 May 2026
Moondrop Bar, Fitzroy
Swap screens for tiles, as this twice-monthly mahjong night serves up high-stakes strategy, social fun and a Chinese-inspired cocktail menu.
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NewsLewi Brown's Earls Collection and ASICS Turn Memories of Home and Childhood Footy Into Footwear with a New Collaboration
From backyard footy dreams in Christchurch to modern streetwear, this special collaboration leans on heritage, family and sporting nostalgia.
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NewsNow Open: Love Isabelle Fills a Nostalgic Living Room With Vintage-Inspired Jewellery On High Street
A welcome addition to one of Melbourne's favourite shopping boulevards.
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NewsForget IKEA, Australians Can Now Shop This TikTok-Viral (and Very Chic) Canadian Furniture Brand — and It's Surprisingly Affordable
Montréal-founded modular furniture brand Cozey has officially launched in Australia — its first market outside North America — with a full home collection that looks considerably more expensive than it is.
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NewsNow Open: Creed Brings Its Signature Luxury Fragrances to the Royal Arcade, Launching Its Debut Melbourne Boutique
Blending European elegance with modern craft, this storied brand has unveiled its first Melbourne boutique in a suitably elegant location.
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NewsGood Taste, Great Design: Check Out This Year's Standout Venues as Shortlisted by the Australian Interior Design Awards
Spotlighting 226 standout projects, these shortlisted hospitality, commercial and public spaces showcase how interior design elevates every encounter.
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NewsThe Nordics' Favourite Fashion Resale App Tise Has Officially Landed in Australia — And There's No Seller Fees
Secondhand style lovers have a fresh platform to explore, as this Nordic favourite arrives in Australia, bringing fee-free selling and a social twist.
Latest Guides
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News
The 18 Most Whimsical, Witchy and Gothic Places in Melbourne
From candlelit wine bars and historical mansions, to antique stores and cosy cafes, these spellbinding spots are straight out of 'Practical Magic'.
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Guide
The Best Cafes for Working or Studying in Melbourne
Settle in for a productive work or study session with a strong coffee in hand at these laptop-friendly cafes around Melbourne.
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Guide
The 20 Best (and Cosiest) Bars and Pubs with Fireplaces in Melbourne
Melbourne's infamous chill has set in, so warm up over fireside beers and comforting pub classics.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Byron Bay
Where to stay, eat, drink and play around one of Australia's most-loved coastal towns.
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NewsThe Best Hotels in Australia Right Now — From Heritage Icons to Off-Grid Retreats
From world-ranking design heavyweights in the CBD to off-grid coastal retreats, these are the Australian hotels that set the global benchmark for service, style, and genuine escapism.
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NewsTwo Peninsula Stays, One Luxe Package: Jackalope Hotel and Lon Retreat & Spa Have Partnered on a Seamless Coastal Escape
A coastal conundrum is finally resolved, with this new package connecting the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas in luxury style.
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FeatureAnswer the Call of Vanuatu
A complete guide to the incredible experiences hidden between the trees and behind the hills of this South Pacific island paradise.
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NewsThe 16 Best Facials and Aestheticians in Melbourne
These dermatologists and skin moguls are a match for pollution, stress and late nights in the city.
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FeatureRetro Stays and Detour-Worthy Dining: The Best New Things to See and Do on the Great Ocean Road
On this classic coastal route, the stops are just as important as the destination. With new reasons to pull over constantly emerging, we delve into the newest stays, restaurants and experiences redefining your next drive.
Trending Bars and Restaurants
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Restaurant
Little Rose
274 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
The French-Asian bistro is here for a good time, not a long time, with the residency sticking around for only a few short months.
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Restaurant
Spaghetti Club
95 Swan St, Richmond
Menu highlights include a thick-cut pork chop cotoletta and Nonno's golden-baked lasagne.
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Bar
The Florence
133 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
The cocktail list features five variations of the Negroni, along with Tuscan wines and creative house signatures.
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Bar
Florentino
80 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
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RestaurantNo Biggie
130 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
With only one thing on the menu, the hardest decision you’ll have to make is choosing between peppercorn or chimichurri.
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