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BarChampagne & Oyster Bar, Crown Melbourne
8 Whiteman Street, Southbank
Given the elegant, upmarket setting, it's no surprise that caviar makes a starring appearance here too.
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NewsComing Soon: the Team Behind Always-Popular Gilson Announce Plans for a New Late-Night Grill, Likely to Boast a Guest List as Notable as its Wine List
The team behind Melbourne perennial hotspot, the Gilson, have announced plans for an intriguing new venue to open next year.
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Hotel Sorrento
15 Hotham Road, Sorrento
The new, chic Lobby bar is inspired by globally recognised venues such as The Bowery Hotel in New York.
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NewsComing Soon: One of Melbourne's Most Loved Hotels Will Land a New Japanese Diner in 2026, Boasting an Impressive Rare Whisky Collection and Saké Offering
The menu draws on traditional techniques, rich flavours and fresh ingredients to produce premium dishes.
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NewsComing Soon: You'll be Sipping Champagne in Sneakers at Frenchie, A Fuss-Free, Unpretentious Venue, Where Everything on the Menu is $14
All the plates, as well as all cocktails, bubbles and beers, are all $14. Yes you read that correctly.
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RestaurantCleo, Hyde Melbourne Place
130 Russell Street, Melbourne
The rooftop drinking and dining destination welcomes Eastern Mediterranean flavours and old-world cooking techniques.
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EventHunted+Gathered Gift Shop
Multiple single dates
Gertrude Street, Fitzroy
While the product is usually available online and at specialty grocers, this is a great opportunity to taste, explore and shop the collection in person.
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CafeFannys Sannys
66 Commercial Road, Prahran
Here, the owner employs high-end kitchen techniques and leans on flavours and ingredients that chefs themselves crave on their days off to create hearty, no-nonsense sandwiches.
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RestaurantBar Sophia
161 Burke Road, Glen Iris
Central Park village has been reinvigorated with a new Aegean offering on Burke Road, inspired by the new wave of Athenian wine bars.
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NewsThis Just in: the Team Behind Johnny's Green Room to Open Garfield, a Playful Pizzeria with Natural Wines and Pidapipo Softserve, on Lygon Street
The historical Carlton grocery shop is to enter a new era with plans just announced for three fresh and exciting new venues to open in 2026, including playful pizzeria, Garfield.
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RestaurantTokyo Tina
66A Chapel Street, Windsor
Located on the vibrant Windsor end of Chapel Street, Tokyo Tina is an energetic and modern Japanese restaurant, serving consistently top-quality food from its kitchen.
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NewsGame, Set, Match: AFLOAT is Launching a Floating Tennis Club on the Yarra River this January, Complete with French-Inspired Food and Drinks
Patrons can expect to find a 20-plus metre-long court, a pop-up store selling Melbourne-exclusive apparel, and a French-inspired food and drinks menu.
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CafeMali Bakes
627 High Street, Thornbury
Mali Bakes in Thornbury produces some of Melbourne's most loved, brightly-coloured, and delightfully-decorated cakes.
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BarMoondrop Bar
150-156 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy
Guests will be greeted with touches of Chan's Chinese heritage on all fronts: from Mahjong tables serving as furniture, to Chinese hip hop and R'n'B playing through the speakers.
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NewsKikanbo Ramen Will Finally Reopen this Week and to Celebrate it's Giving Away Free Ramen, So Get Ready to Slurp Those Noods
The popular eateries have finally made a come back following months of unfair closures.
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RestaurantTo Be Frank Bakery
3 Village Avenue, Brunswick East
Here, you can watch the bread and pastries take shape, with this much-loved bakery's new location inviting customers closer to the action.
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NewsThis Just in: Matt Moran Launches Proper Burgers, Bringing His Philosophy of 'Simple Food, Done Properly' to a Soft Milk Bun This Summer
On the menu, classic burgers, snacks and sides are all designed to reflect Moran's commitment to top-quality produce.
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GuideThe Best Private Dining Rooms in Melbourne
These private dining rooms have you got you covered from private bartenders to suckling pigs, martini trolleys to luxurious sashimi platters.
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NewsThis Just in: Andrew McConnell Will Open a European Grill Inspired by the Basque Coast Next Year, in a Heritage Restaurant Space Steeped in Legacy
McConnell's latest venture, located on Crossley Street, will offer a European grill that channels the flavours and vibes of the Basque coast.
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