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.

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

This CBD spot pays culinary homage to all things Gippsland.

You'll find cheesy bowls of gnocchi, meatball pizza and giant sundaes at this 1930s New York-Inspired Italo-American joint on Exhibition Street.

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

A two-storey barbecue joint complete with its own rooftop bar.

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

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.

One of the classic 'cool' bars in Melbourne never fails to disappoint.

Inspired by Argentina’s vibrant culture, San Telmo offers authentic food and wine to match.

Giant bowls of ramen served well into the night.

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

Make sure you pair your Korean fried chicken with a few jugs of beer.

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

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

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

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

Lobster rolls and karaoke, together at last.

Hotel Nacional is Hardware Lane's five-storey, totally gluten-free Mexican restaurant and bar.

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.

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

'The Chris Lucas effect' has people lining up out the doors almost every day.

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

Accessible Indian-inspired cuisine with a fine dining twist.

Raise a glass to Melbourne’s wine bar renaissance.

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

Spot on modern Asian CBD dining from the lady herself.

Dumpling magic from the ultimate dumpling masters.

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.

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

Melbourne's quintessential drop-in Italian dining institution. 

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

Sydney's much-loved Mediterranean restaurant Nomad has landed on Flinders Lane with its first Melbourne outpost, celebrating local produce and wine.

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

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

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

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

The famed Israeli street food joint has finally landed in Melbourne.