New in Town: Melbourne
We've spoken to the teams behind Melbourne's most anticipated openings, so you can take a look inside before you make a booking.
In Melbourne, there's always something New in Town — be it a hyped restaurant, a slick cocktail bar or a refurbed pub around the corner. And it's almost impossible to keep up. So how do you know which ones are worth joining a three-hour waitlist to try? What dishes are worth the dollars you earn? Where will you have the most memorable meal of the year?
In partnership with Zantac we're uncovering the best new restaurants and bars around Australia as they open. We've got the lowdown on the most anticipated venues at the top of every Melburnian's hit-list and the teams, designs and — most importantly — menus behind them. So call your most enthusiastic foodie friend, eat a small(ish) lunch and hotfoot it to these newbies. You'll be able to take your bespoke seat educated, excited and ready to take it all in — with a few dishes recommended by the chef, no less.
The Newcomers
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New in Town: Mjolner
Perpetuating the Nordic trend, Sydney's Viking-themed carvery and bar set sail and conquered Melbourne, settling into the former Nieuw Amsterdam space.
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New in Town: Sunda
A Punch Lane car park has been transformed into an inventive two-level Southeast Asian eatery.
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New in Town: New Quarter
Hanoi Hannah is covering new ground at its latest eatery with a bigger space, a more refined menu and a focus on Vietnamese barbecue.
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New in Town: Harley and Rose
Footscray's new diner churns out pipi pizzas from the woodfired oven, sells an extensive range of booze and invites you to enjoy both in its front courtyard.
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