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1. Amazing Graze Tea Rooms
3.1
Good(178)
Price: Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • Essendon
Amazing Graze Tea Rooms is a place for a delightful afternoon tea experience. With reviews mentioning 'exceptional high tea', 'gorgeous warm scones' and 'beautifully set out' food, it offers a traditional high tea service with a twist. The decor, described as 'pastel pink', and the ambiance, with 'chandeliers enticed with a luxurious high tea experience', add to the charm of the place. The reviews also mention the good service and accommodating staff.
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2. Old Man Drew
4.5
Awesome(232)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Ascot Vale
Booked 35 times today
At Old Man Drew, we know that memories are to be cherished. Are you coming to visit us to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, retirement, or any special occasion with a small group for breakfast of lunch? Think about booking one of our exclusively set celebration tables in the café, atrium or garden. Enjoy a special spot set with white linen, fine china, fresh flowers and glass ware, a truly beautiful setting. Please request in one of our celebration tables when you make your table booking. The charge starts from $40 per table, which is payable at the time of booking.
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3. The Essence
4.3
Awesome(253)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 1 time today
At Essence, it’s all about the freshest, local produce in our region, hand picked by our Head Chef and complemented by native herbs & spices. It’s about that little touch of something different to the familiar that leaves you wondering and makes you want to taste more and more. Step into Essence and sample the local hearty, warming flavours of our Chefs’ signature recipes. Join us on the journey of re-discovering Essences of our local produce.
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4. Jour Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(5)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Collingwood
Booked 2 times today
Welcome to Jour, Inspired by Continental cafés and French flair, Jour is a mélange of old and new, a contemporary take on Vintage style. The bright light interior, reminiscent of days spent on the Mediterranean coast, sets a peaceful sunny ambience. At Jour Café it is eternally "Day".Jour is located on Keele Street in Collingwood (next to CIBI), just off Smith Street. Our modern take on the classic and beloved French cuisine has a strong focus on the environment and local produce. At Jour we will always source our ingredients from suppliers providing sustainably farmed produce, using organic when possible.The menu is skillfully crafted by our head chef and features an imaginative, seasonal, and predominately plant-based selection of French influenced fare. Alongside our a la carte menu, we offer a large variety of organic French style pastries, all made in house.
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5. carli.melbourne
4.4
Awesome(19)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Carlton
Booked 8 times today
Just off Elgin Street, Carlton's greatest hidden gem.A light and airy, fun atmosphere, the best place for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Bookings are recommended for larger groups, or for peak times, although walk ins are available also.Kitchen open until 2:30pm everyday, with coffee & drinks until 3pm.
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6. Life's Too Short Bar
3.7
Very Good(3)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • East Melbourne
OverviewWine Bar, European, FrenchLIFE’S TOO SHORT BAR is Melbourne’s most romantic hidden gem, housed in the 160-year-old bluestone cellars of the former Victoria Brewery. With around 28 wines by the glass, over 40 cocktails and 12 eclectic brews, there’s also an extensive European-themed gluten-free and coeliac-safe tapas and dining menu available from early afternoon until 11pm at night. There’s also an old and rare cellar wine list available with wines up to 20 years old.Visiting Life’s Too Short is unlike most other dining experiences – it’s more like visiting a private lounge room than a bar, with super comfy chairs and couches and relaxing bossa-nova jazz. Rotating art exhibitions on the gallery walls and live jazz most Thursdays means there’s always something new to see and hear ... and whether it be cocktails, wine or food, there’s always something new to try!FRONTLINE DISCOUNT: Medical staff, police, Abulance and Firefighters can enjoy 10% off their bill. ID required.
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7. Mercury at Melbourne Museum
4.3
Awesome(292)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Carlton
Mercury at Melbourne Museum is an excellent spot for afternoon tea, known for its 'fabulous' high tea experience, as quoted from reviews. Guests rave about the 'scrumptious' food and 'excellent' service. The 'pink diamond' themed high tea is a particular highlight, with a menu that is 'well thought out'. The restaurant's ambiance is described as 'stylish' and 'nice', making it a perfect place to relax and indulge.
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8. Alluvial
3.9
Excellent(133)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 2 times today
Nestled between the historic Rialto and Winfield buildings, Alluvial Restaurant effortlessly melds a mix of old and new, all imbued with the culinary and cultural charms of Melbourne. Alluvial Restaurant, named after Alluvial gold deposits in honour of the gold rush, when Melbourne was the richest city in the world. Situated under our iconic glass atrium, is the perfect setting to try our international buffet breakfast, all day dining menu or simply enjoy a coffee or wine in Bluestone Lounge Bar, for a more casual option. Sample modern Melbourne cuisine with the best local produce and flavours Melbourne has to offer. Melbourne’s electric dining scene offers a startling array of the world’s greatest cuisines, the hotel amplifies these diverse cultures that make Melbourne eating so unique.
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9. Yugen Tea Bar
4.8
Exceptional(114)
Price: Very Expensive
• Asian • South Yarra
Booked 1 time today
Yugen Tea Bar is a superb destination for afternoon tea, with reviewers praising the high tea as 'phenomenal', 'outstanding', and 'amazing'. The tea selection and quality are highly commended, as is the food. The atmosphere is described as 'luxurious' and the service as 'friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable'.
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10. The Barre
4.3
Awesome(949)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Southbank
Booked 15 times today
The Barre, Arts Centre Melbourne’s sleek space, offers a touch of luxury and hint of showmanship. You’ll find a lively pre- and post-show buzz that takes the bar and eatery from early evening to late night.The modern Australian menu, with its emphasis on fresh seasonal ingredients, offers both small and larger dishes to be shared and enjoyed with friends. Choose from a well-considered wine list with prominence to local winemakers, an exciting range of craft beers and ciders, or a distinct selection of cocktails and small-batch Australian gins and single malt whiskies.The world of booze, bubbles and beers is ever-changing and The Barre is excited to also offer a range of alcohol-free options. From a pre-show sparkling with a share plate, a meal with a fine wine or a mellow late-night drink, we invite you to join us at The Barre.
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