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NewsStomping Ground Is Set To Open a Second Brewery and Pub in Moorabbin
The Collingwood brewery's next outpost will be part of the historic Morris Moor development.
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NewsWhere to Find the Cosiest Stays, Red Wine and Fireplaces around Regional Victoria for Maximum Hygge
Winter is made for creating cosy moments — and these spots will help you do it best.
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NewsThe Imperial's Magical Melbourne Rooftop Bar Has Reopened
Sip potions, hang out in magic-themed booths and peruse spell books.
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NewsThe Go-To Gin Guide to Winter in Melbourne
Even as the winter chill sets in, there are plenty of reasons to get out and about (with a gin in hand) this season.
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NewsWhat's Open in Melbourne This Queen's Birthday Public Holiday
Your favourite spot may be closed this Monday, but these cafes, restaurants and bars will more than tide you over.
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NewsDoughnut Time Is Finally Making Its Much Anticipated Melbourne Comeback
A Degraves Street outpost has already opened, with Hawthorn and Fitzroy stores set to follow this month.
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NewsTen Road Trip-Worthy Restaurants You Should Visit in Victoria
Life is short, so it's imperative that once in a while you plan a road-trip to sample some of regional Victoria's exceptional food.
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GuideThe 25 Best Restaurants in Melbourne for 2025
From high-flying fine-diners in the CBD to tried-and-true neighbourhood haunts — these are the Melbourne restaurants we'd recommend to a friend (you, dear reader).
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GuideThe 50 Best Restaurants in the Melbourne CBD for 2025
Whether you're after fine-diners or cheap eats, you're truly spoilt for choice when looking for places to eat in Melbourne's CBD.
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NewsWhere to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Melbourne
Whether you like your scoops creamy, salty, vegan or sandwiched, you can find them in our guide.
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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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GuideThe Best Seafood Restaurants in Melbourne
Here's where to find Melbourne's best seafood — across fine-diners, messy crab shacks, local neighbourhood eateries and lavish omakase haunts.
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GuideThe Best Bakeries in Melbourne
Crusty sourdough loaves, flaky croissants, shiopans and shokupans, cookies and doughnuts, bagels and ficelles, pies and pasties, and everything in between.
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GuideThe Best Greek Restaurants in Melbourne
You're in for good times, flowing drinks and belly-filling feeds at these Greek establishments.
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NewsThese Are the 15 Best Set Menus in Melbourne for Under $100
From set menus with a side of karaoke to omakase-style degustations, Greek feasts to vegan banquets, these are the best feed me menus around town.
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NewsThe Best Places to Take Your Dad This Father's Day in Melbourne
Here are the best ways to treat dad this Father's Day from yum cha feasts and luxe lunches, to free hair cuts, special Sunday Roasts and limited edition desserts.
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NewsKurimu Is the New Custard-Filled Cult Favourite Japanese Dessert Making Its Way to Australia
The eclair-style treats from the minds behind Hokkaido Cheese Tarts launch in Melbourne next month.
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NewsSupernormal Canteen's Deluxe $10 Cup Noodles Have Returned for Winter
Snag yourself a loyalty card and you'll get every fifth cup completely free.
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NewsWhere to Get a Glass of Steamy and Spicy Mulled Wine in Melbourne This Winter
Whether you like yours served in a teacup, flavoured with sticky date or poured with a shot of cognac, it's too cold not to order your wine (or cider) warm and spicy.
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NewsKrispy Kreme Is Giving Away an Excessive 100,000 Free Doughnuts
Sweet glazed doughnuts are even better when you don't have to pay for them.
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NewsOmnia Is South Yarra's New Pop-Up Bar and Restaurant by an Award-Winning Chef
With cocktails by one of the world's best bartenders.
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NewsTaquito Is Carlton's New Tequila Bar with Handmade Tortillas
You'll eat and drink surrounded by cacti and chilli plants, which make an appearance on the menu, too.
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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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RestaurantLaura
Pt Leo Estate, 3649 Frankston-Flinders Road, Merricks
A faultless degustation-only restaurant in the middle of a 50-acre Mornington Peninsula winery and sculpture park.
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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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RestaurantReine & La Rue
380 Collins Street, Melbourne
The NOMAD team has taken French fine-dining to the next level in Melbourne.
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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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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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Restaurant98 Lygon Street Bar & Bistro
98 Lygon Street, Brunswick East
The menu blends classic bistro dishes and Mediterranean flavours, while also showcasing local produce.
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RestaurantTyga
91 Koornang Road, Carnegie
The neo-Southeast Asian restaurant channels the energy, rhythm and flavour of 1970s Bangkok with a nostalgic retro fit-out, non-stop spinning vinyls, and a bold and creative menu.
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RestaurantBar Bouni
153 Sturt Street, Southbank
Humble rotisserie dishes are elevated to the likes of juicy harissa chicken, crispy crackling pork belly, and tender, charry cauliflower.
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RestaurantThe Lodge Dining Room, Rodd & Gunn Flagship Store
280 Little Collins Street, Melbourne
A Melbourne landmark with nearly 100 years of retail history is now home to Rodd & Gunn's most ambitious project yet.
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GuideVictorian Cellar Doors Where You Can Spend an Entire Afternoon Drinking Wine
From the vineyards the Yarra Valley to the rolling hills of the Macedon Ranges, these wineries are prime for wine tasting and a long Sunday lunch.
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NewsGeelong's Cartel Coffee Roasters Has Finally Opened Its First Melbourne Outpost
Try a jaffle and an espresso or cold brew from one of the world's top coffee producers at this Somerset Place cafe.
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NewsLagotto Is North Fitzroy's New All-Day Italian Pit Stop by the Future Future Crew
This stunning new corner spot is open from morning till night, serving breakfast bellinis through to after-work wines.
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NewsA Wine Lover's Guide to Waiheke
Discover all the top drops, food and sights that this island region has on offer.
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NewsA Wine Lover's Guide to Matakana
Journey north on your next stay in Auckland to discover wineries filled with quirky sculptures, rare wine varietals and award-winning restaurants.
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NewsA Wine Lover's Guide to Kumeu
On your next short break in Auckland, dedicate a day to visiting these nearby first-class wineries.
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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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EventLibrary on the Lawn: Kids Festival at State Library Victoria
Multiple single dates
State Library of Victoria, Melbourne
Add more reading time and kid-friendly entertainment to your summer holidays schedule, from storytime sessions to scavenger hunts.
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EventChristmas Sculpture and Qris Qringle at QV Melbourne
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 - Tue, 6 Jan 2026
QV Melbourne, Melbourne
Christmas has arrived at QV Melbourne, featuring a towering festive sculpture and mystery Qris Qringle giveaway loaded with daily prizes.
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EventCoburg Night Market 2025
Thu, 11 Dec 2025, Fri, 12 Dec 2025 and Sat, 13 Dec 2025
Bridges Reserve Coburg, Coburg
This much-loved night market returns to Melbourne's north, bringing three nights of live music, food trucks, artisan stalls and family-friendly activities.
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EventThe Royal Family Dance Crew Presents 'Defend the Throne'
Wed, 27 May - Sun, 7 Jun 2026
Hamer Hall, Southbank
Global street-dance icons The Royal Family Dance Crew will headline RISING 2026 with 'Defend the Throne,' a high-energy showcase blending 14 years of their most iconic choreography with brand-new work ...
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EventSummer Music Series at Mr Mills
Multiple single dates
Mr Mills, Melbourne
Step into this chic late-night basement bar, where high-energy DJs will groove through the early hours all summer long.
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EventMidsumma Festival 2026
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 - Tue, 30 Dec 2025
Various Melbourne locations, Melbourne
Victoria's major LGBTQIA+ arts and cultural celebration is back, delivering over 250 events that champion queer creativity and community.
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EventLu-Niverse: Countess Luann at Melbourne Recital Centre
Mon, 23 Feb, 2026
Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank
Be cool, as this reality TV star brings her infectious energy to Melbourne for a tea-spilling deep dive into a slew of wild moments.
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EventSalomon x BTV Run Club
Sat, 6 Dec and Sat, 13 Dec 2025
Albert Park, Albert Park
Everyone is invited on two runs in Albert Park, plus a daily run club bringing wholesome mornings to the four-day festival at Barunah Plains.
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EventCarlsberg Beach Club
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 - Thu, 29 Jan 2026
Frankston Waterfront, Frankston
Get ready for European holiday vibes, sunset sessions, and free live music just 45 minutes from Melbourne.
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NewsFour Pillars Is About to Release Its 2019 Batch of Bloody Good Bloody Shiraz Gin
The distillery has acquired a big bunch of Victorian shiraz to make more of the cult favourite annual release than ever before.
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NewsElla Is Melbourne CBD's Massive New Food Precinct Perfect for Not-Boring Lunches
It's home to ramen, Nepalese dumplings, Chinese skewers and Korean fried chicken — as well as live music and street art.
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NewsHome.Two Is Melbourne's New Cafe Fighting Youth Homelessness with Jaffles and Coffee
It's all vegan, gluten free-friendly and located inside the University of Melbourne.
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NewsThese Australian Pubs Will Be Serving Free Hard-Earned VBs This Weekend
VB is shouting a round of free beers all across Australia this Sunday.
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NewsSlice Shop Is Footscray's New Corner Store Slinging New York-Style Pizza
Pizza by the slice from the team behind Burn City Smokers.
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NewsSeven Things You Need to Experience at This Wine Festival Happening Over the June Long Weekend
Let the country air stir your appetite for Heathcote on Show.
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FeatureNew in Town: Stamford Park
This magnificently restored 1882 homestead has been reimagined into a posh cafe, with dining rooms, a beautiful landscaped garden, courtyard, glorious vegie patch and chook house.
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NewsEl Camino Cantina Is Fitzroy's Colourful New Tex-Mex Joint from the Rockpool Dining Group
The 400-seat eatery will feature giant margaritas and a slew of Tex-Mex dishes.
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NewsLupo Is Scott Pickett's Soon-to-Open Collingwood Pasta Bar
It's opening this June with spanner crab lasagne, squid ink linguine and a 120-strong wine list.
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Red Rock Deli Secret Supper Recap: Adam Liaw
A look back at all the happenings from Adam Liaw's secret dinner inspired by Red Rock Deli's new limited-edition chips.
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NewsA Huge New Three-Storey Asian Dining Precinct Is Coming to Box Hill
It's being touted as Melbourne's new 'Chinatown'.
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NewsMaha East Is Shane Delia's Fun New Middle Eastern Wine Bar in Windsor
Come June, you'll be able to visit Chapel Street for a plate of turkish delight doughnuts — or taramasalata-filled fried buns — and a famed Pomegranate Sour.
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GuideFour Coeliac Australia-Accredited Spots Where You Can Get a Good Gluten-Free Feed in Melbourne
If you're coeliac, you're probably used to missing out on late-night gyros and actually good chewy pizza bases — until now.
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NewsTamura Is Fitzroy's New Home of Sake, Vinyl and Japanese Bar Snacks
Go for the matcha IPAs and Japanese fried chicken and stay to dig through the record collection.
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NewsStraight Outta Saigon Is the CBD's New Neon-Lit Vietnamese Joint
Opening in the former Twenty-Pho Seven spot, the new restaurant still serves up pho and cocktails — but not 24 hours a day.
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NewsFamed Canadian Chef Matty Matheson Is Heading Down Under for a Nationwide Speaking Tour
He'll chat food, mental health and the #MeToo movement in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
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NewsYou'll Soon Be Able to Stay In (and Grab a Snack At) a Pop-Up Taco Bell Hotel
Think taco-themed rooms, tacos for breakfast and taco-inspired poolside cocktails.
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NewsHanoi Hannah Vol. II Has Unveiled Its Roomy New Elsternwick Home
With space for 100, it's twice the size of the original — and boasts a brand-new lineup of food and cocktails
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NewsKing and Godfree's Sleek Wine Bar Agostino Is the Latest Italian Addition to Lygon Street
Housed in the iconic King and Godfree building, it's serving northern Italian drinking fare and a covetable selection of vino
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NewsFive Must-Hit Wineries That'll Make You Never Want to Leave Tasmania
Sip at your own risk. You may never want to return home.
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NewsFive Indulgent Tasmanian Restaurants Guaranteed to Warm Your Soul This Winter
Settle in for cosy meals of local produce and unique wines.
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NewsWhat to Expect at This Upcoming Food and Wine Soiree Held in a Wildlife Sanctuary
A wine festival that's a little wilder.
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We're Giving Away Passes for You and Your Mates to This Mini Festival in a Wildlife Sanctuary
Spend your long weekend sipping merlot and meeting marsupials — on us.
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NewsRichmond's Baby Pizza Is Serving Up a New Menu of Your Wildest Cheese Dreams
Warm up with four-cheese calzone, baked brie and cacio e pepe served straight from a cheese wheel.
