Best Date Night Restaurants in Ivanhoe

256 restaurants available nearby

1. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3137)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 64 times today

Hochi Mama was the God Mother of all aspiring street artists and rappers in the early nineties. An immigrant in the big city, she hosted underground art shows along with rap battles for the rejects; a place where you could just be at home, but with family. The whole crew was always welcome, the more the merrier, and she was well renowned for creating innovative dishes using the original famous dishes from her home country, and plenty of booze, in her spacious and homey warehouse.This cheeky, vibrant and buzzing Vietnamese Fusion venue is one for your to-do list. Boasting a killer menu and a super cool vibe, this place is known for a cocktail, feast or an intimate date night.

2. Kiss & Tell

4.6

Exceptional(473)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 33 times today

Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.

3. Maven by Morgan

4.7

Exceptional(97)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 17 times today

Step into Maven, Fitzroy's lively and stylish dining spot by Morgan Hipworth. Enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dishes designed for sharing, alongside innovative cocktails in a relaxed and buzzing atmosphere. Whether for a casual night out or a special occasion, Maven offers memorable moments over great food and drinks.

4. Dexter

4.8

Exceptional(200)

Price: Expensive

• Barbecue • Preston

Booked 22 times today

DEXTER is a no rules approach to American BBQ brought to you by Adam Goldblatt, Sam and Tom Peasnell. Our meatery features the best Australian produce which is treated the right way. Chefs Tom (Pitt Cue Co, London) and Adam (Homeslice, London) pay homage to the low and slow traditions of American BBQ utilising smoking, chargrill techniques and pair this with flavours from Mexico, China, France and alike. The philosophy is a meat first approach, where a dish is formulated from the unique characteristics of the meat (or vegetable) for a truly unique meat experience. Think salted caramel ribs, hot meat donuts and dry aged Ribeye's.

5. Enoteca Boccaccio

4.6

Exceptional(306)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kew East

Booked 17 times today

Enoteca Boccaccio is a romantic Italian restaurant in Melbourne known for its exquisite food and wine. Reviewers describe it as a place for an 'intimate night out', with one mentioning the 'lovely service' and 'warm and elegant place'. The restaurant has received numerous accolades, including the 'Best Wine List in Victoria' and the 'Best Hospitality Interior' award. Its cosy setting and knowledgeable staff make it a perfect spot for a date night.

6. Love Letter

4.8

Exceptional(58)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Richmond

Booked 16 times today

Dear Richmond,This little restaurant is pour love letter to food. It's our happy little place, where we get to live the the joy of feeding people everyday. We all grew up in spaces that equated food with love, just like this place. Everything we have done here is deliberate, from the art on the walls to the produce we use. We've made a point of sourcing ingredients from some of the best suppliers in the state, making sure that our menu reflects what's in season. For us, this place is about experience: we try our best to make you feel both at home and 'out for something special'. Every plate that comes back wiped clean by someone who just couldn't get enough is a 'the hard work is worth it' moment for us. Matty & Tee From Love Letter, with love. xx

7. Marquis of Lorne

4.8

Exceptional(321)

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Fitzroy

Booked 18 times today

Perfect for intimate dinners to impress, boozy birthday celebrations and“just the one” after work, Marquis of Lorne is a pub for all occasions. Whether you’re after your new local haunt or looking to host a specialevent, expect a cosy atmosphere with friendly staff and a menu that willkeep you coming back time and time again.All bookings are for our 2nd level dining room. The Public Bar and Rooftop are available for walk-ins only. To make a function enquiry on our rooftop (30+ people), or for our set menu (15+ people) please call 9417 5001, or email hello@marquisoflorne.com.au

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8. Johnny's Green Room

4.2

Awesome(78)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 13 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.

9. Rococo Hawthorn

4.6

Exceptional(1172)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hawthorn

Booked 38 times today

Rococo Hawthorn is a fantastic spot for a date night, as one reviewer put it, it's a 'luxury Italian dining experience' that is 'beautifully matched with the ambiance from lighting to music and food'. With 'delicious food, attentive waiters and a great ambiance', you're in for a lovely night out. Plus, it's not just for romantic dates, it's also a great place for special occasions or a catch-up with friends.

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10. The Carlton Wine Room

4.8

Exceptional(809)

Price: Expensive

• European • Carlton

Booked 22 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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Emma
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a lovely experience at Bistra with beautiful service and fantastic food. Would recommend to anyone and will be returning.
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BistraPrice: Expensive• Australian• Carlton
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4.9
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Stacey
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Spent a great date night at Maven. Would have been great if Morgan interacted more with his customers. Overall food was superb, loved the burrata such a nice summer twist and the biscoff tiramisu was everything!
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Maven by MorganPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Fitzroy
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4.7
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Clare
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Genuinely faultless food and service. Very very generous portions, accommodation made @ late notice for a vegetarian with additional meals provided for the banquet. So much food we took home quite a few take away containers (don't judge - food waste is a terrible thing!). This was a first time for me and I'll be back for sure.
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Jacqueline
Melbourne •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service was impeccable. Gorgeous venue and delicious, well valued menu. Great place to catch up with friends. Staff were next level - attentive and knowledgeable.
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Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Robyn
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
My request for a preferred table was accommodated. My change in dining time due to unforeseen circumstances was also accommodated. Love the overall Italian experience. And in house made produce and bread outstanding. A true taste of Italy.
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Enoteca BoccaccioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Kew East
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4.6

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256 restaurants available nearby

1. Hochi Mama CBD

2. Kiss & Tell

3. Maven by Morgan

4. Dexter

5. Enoteca Boccaccio

6. Love Letter

7. Marquis of Lorne

8. Johnny's Green Room

9. Rococo Hawthorn

10. The Carlton Wine Room

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