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1. The Carlton Wine Room
4.8
Exceptional(814)
Price: Expensive
• European • Carlton
Booked 7 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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2. Bistra
4.9
Exceptional(105)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Carlton
Bistra is an Australian bistro serving quality food and wine; our fare draws its influence predominantly from British, French and Italian cooking and technique, and yet it is quintessentially Australian. You can expect generous, memorable plates championing seasonal ingredients and an extensive list of wines.
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3. Green Man's Arms Bar and Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(10)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Carlton
Booked 5 times today
Green Man's Arms is a cozy, eco-conscious pub nestled on Lygon Street, Carlton. Specializing in vegetarian and vegan cuisine, this venue champions local, seasonal produce in every dish. Signature items include their crispy eggplant parma and freshly baked flatbreads, making it a hotspot for plant-based food lovers. The drink menu showcases a wide range of locally brewed craft beers, ciders, and natural wines, perfectly complementing the sustainable ethos of the venue.Beyond the food, Green Man’s Arms is a hub for community engagement with regular trivia nights, live music, and events focused on environmental awareness. The warm, laid-back vibe and intimate setting make it the perfect place to relax, share a meal, and enjoy good company. Green Man's Arms offers a unique dining experience that’s as good for the soul as it is for the planet.
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4. Criniti's - Carlton
3.9
Excellent(16)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carlton
Booked 2 times today
Carlton is a vibrant suburb located in the heart of Melbourne, known for its robust cultural heritage and diverse population. Criniti's is the perfect spot for an unforgettable meal, offering the best-woodfired pizzas, ribs, pasta, seafood and more. Our menu fuses traditional Southern Italian cuisine with contemporary Australian dishes to provide an array of mouth-watering flavours. Whether you're searching for a quick bite or a leisurely dinner, Criniti's has something to suit everyone. We also offer classic 1mts, 2mts and 3mts pizzas that will tantalize your taste buds. Visit us in Carlton and experience truly delicious Italian food!
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5. Askal
4.3
Awesome(111)
Price: Expensive
• Filipino • Melbourne CBD
Booked 5 times today
Askal is Melbourne’s newest contemporary Filipino restaurant and bar located on 167 Exhibition Street. Comprised of a dynamic team of culinary experts, Askal is a three-storey establishment sits in a historical building from the 1800s. The menu is a celebration of traditional Filipino flavours and techniques, showcasing bold and vibrant dishes inspired by ancestral recipes passed down through generations.
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6. The European
4.7
Exceptional(1283)
Price: Expensive
• European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 15 times today
Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner, The European offers a welcoming ambience with warm, generous and knowledgeable hospitality - a beacon of Melbourne dining at its finest. Located on Spring Street near the Princess Theatre, we offer classic bistro fare with substance and character to perfectly complement our extensive collection of wines, old and new world, available to enjoy with your meal. We also welcome you on a walk-in basis next door at The City Wine Shop any day of the week, where you may simply pop in for a seat at the bar or grab a spot outside overlooking Parliament House. We take the best seasonal produce available, cooking simple, classic foods. Nose-to-tail offal dishes are centred within our menu, utilising every part of the animal products in our kitchen. Drawing on our own in-house butcher and farmhouse cheeses matured by our friends at Spring Street Cheese Cellar, there is always something new to try on the menu at The European and City Wine Shop.
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7. Gilson
4.5
Awesome(700)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Yarra
Booked 51 times today
Nestled within the Domain Road enclave in South Yarra with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens sits Gilson.Gilson’s intimate dining room is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week and caters for large groups and private dining events. Gilson offers an all day menu focusing on Italian cuisine and seasonal flavours. A neighbourhood favourite due to its relaxed setting, friendly staff, fabulous drinks list and dishes such as the ‘avocado bruschetta’ for breakfast, the ‘Seafood Linguine' for lunch or dinner, and a 'tiramisu' for dessert. Wood fired pizza is also available for lunch and dinner cooked in the custom built oven.Gilson's brunch service is available for walk-ins with reservations available from midday.
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8. The Moat
4.8
Exceptional(315)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 2 times today
Enjoy an Italian escape at The Moat, an intimate haven in the heart of Melbourne. Set in the basement of the State Library.Our new menu reflects the Italian heritage of our two owners, Paul and Rosie, and of our head chef Monica. Together, they have created authentic dishes that are hand-made with seasonal local produce, simplicity and love.Our family welcomes yours to join us.
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9. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD
4.3
Awesome(780)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 80 times today
Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which youwon’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience. We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.
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10. Trattoria Emilia
4.8
Exceptional(1264)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 4 times today
Trattoria Emilia is an authentic Italian restaurant focusing on seasonal produce and fresh pasta. Head chefs Francesco Rota and Luca Flammia hail from Modena in Emilia Romagna.At Trattoria Emilia we seasonally change the menu and source a large majority of our produce from regional Victoria, our meat is organic and sustainably grown in Tasmania and Victoria and we import some of the best Italian DOC products. Some dishes that are not to be missed are our Tortelloni Emiliani and the crowd favourite salumi misti with gnocco fritto and tigelle served with mortadella mousse.Rustic, yet refined, Trattoria Emilia boasts fantastic ambience, attentive and professional service whilst all the while remaining a great casual dining spot perfect for a quick lunch, a long relaxing dinner with friends and has always been a romantic date spot.

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