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1. Trattoria Emilia
4.8
Exceptional(1244)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 20 times today
Trattoria Emilia is a charming Italian restaurant in Melbourne CBD, renowned for its authentic flavors and exceptional service. Reviewers consistently praise the fantastic ambience, excellent food, and attentive service, describing it as a perfect spot for a romantic date or an intimate dinner. One reviewer even celebrated their wedding anniversary here, suggesting it's a place for special occasions. The restaurant's overall ratings are consistently high, with a focus on its great atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent food and service.
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2. Salted Egg
4.5
Awesome(551)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 14 times today
With a menu dominated by the flavours of Thailand, Executive Chef Adam Woodfield (ex-Chin Chin) and his team present dishes full of the richness of their origins such as Twice Cooked Pork Belly, Kao Soi Chicken Curry, Two Rice Fried Rice and Coconut Braised Beef.Salted Egg is a cosy yet lively space in the New York end of the Melbourne CBD, perfect for date nights, celebrations of all types or even just a place to hide away with some soul-nourishing food. We always recommend a visit to our sister 27 stories above too, The Q Rooftop Bar for pre (and after) dinner cocktails...
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3. Dom's Social Club
4.8
Exceptional(207)
Price: Moderate
• Continental • Melbourne CBD
Booked 8 times today
Doms is a no frills, 3 level pizza wonderland from the crew that bought you Peaches, Cheek, Dexter & Takeaway Pizza. GOOD PIZZA, GOOD WINES, GOOD TIMES. Level 1 - Pizzeria/Restaurant Level 2 - Pool RoomLevel 3 - Walk-in Outdoor Rooftop BarFood is available on all 3 levels 🍕 Dining at Doms - It's old school and inviting. A menu of slow fermented wood fired sourdough pizza, alongside tasty snacks and a very deep wine list. The perfect venue for that date, that birthday, that catch up. Social, familiar, honest and good. Hot tip: drink Lambrusco, eat the salami! Please note unfortunately we do not have disabled access.
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4. Blacksmith Bar and Grill
4.7
Exceptional(218)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD
Booked 2 times today
Contemporary Australian grill with a great view.Join us, overlooking Melbourne's city skyline at our relaxed and modern Australian bar and grill. The perfect spot for a memorable dinner date, a delicious wine or a small, lively gathering with a group of friends. Experience impressive views and a feast of fire-cooked, locally sourced food where our steak is the main event.
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5. Serai Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(589)
Price: Very Expensive
• Filipino • Melbourne CBD
Booked 30 times today
When Ross Magnaye and Shane Stafford started Serai, their vision was to create a restaurant that would fit perfectly in the heart of the Philippines. To replicate the spirit, vitality, passion and sense of fun, they knew Serai would become a home from home for our diners.​At our restaurant, right in the heart of Melbourne, you can watch the chefs prepare and fresh food daily in our open kitchen at the chef’s omakase table or relax in the restaurant and bar with a glass of our hand picked, vin naturel selections or signature cocktails.
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6. Cha Ching
4.5
Awesome(403)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 51 times today
Cha Ching is the perfect spot for a date night. Reviews rave about its unique Asian fusion dishes and inviting ambiance, with one guest specifically mentioning their Valentine's Day set menu. The restaurant's innovative food options, brilliant cocktails, and attentive service create a memorable dining experience. Plus, its affordable pricing makes it a value-packed date night.
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7. Johnny's Green Room
4.2
Awesome(78)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Carlton
Booked 14 times today
Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.
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8. The Carlton Wine Room
4.8
Exceptional(809)
Price: Expensive
• European • Carlton
Booked 35 times today
Carlton Wine Room is a neighbourhood restaurant offering a well-executed, fresh, seasonal food menu, and an ever changing, diverse wine list featuring the best of Italy, Australia and the rest of the World. We offer a bar space, an upstairs restaurant dining room and three unique spaces that are can be booked for private dining perfect for special events.RESERVATIONS: are for a two hour sitting. We do not accept bookings for drinks and snacks, however we accept walk-ins for this if space permits. A surcharge of up to 1.2% applies to credit card transactions. A surcharge of 10% applies on Sundays and 15% on Public Holidays. OUTSIDE SEATING: please note this is subject to the weather and we may not be able to move your reservation inside in the case of bad weather. CANCELLATION: A $50 per person no show fee is charged for failing to attend your reservation. Contact us on 9347 2626 to make changes or cancel your reservation.
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9. Ms Ava
4.4
Awesome(27)
Price: Moderate
• Modern European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 1 time today
Named after the iconic actress Ava Gardner, Ms Ava embodies timeless beauty, charm, and sophistication, much like the hotel it resides in. Just as Ava Gardner was known for her warmth and graciousness, we strive to create a welcoming and enchanting ambiance where patrons can indulge in a variety of food and beverages and create unforgettable moments.
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10. Leonardo's Pizza Palace
4.8
Exceptional(68)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Carlton
Booked 30 times today
We are a neighbourhood-style American-Italian restaurant situated in the leafy backstreets of Carlton. Since 2018, we specialise in offering quality food, friendly service and natural wine.
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