Best Cozy Restaurants in Lower Plenty

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AbbotsfordAlphingtonBrunswickCamberwellCarltonCarlton North

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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1. Franco & Co

4.3

Awesome(426)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Eltham

Booked 10 times today

Tucked away in the beautiful, leafy gateway of Eltham, Franco & Co is a classic Melbourne dining experience built on quality, comfort and community. A Mediterranean life revolves around the family dinner table, where you will find great conversation with delicious food and wine. We at Franco, have, have recrated the perfect atmosphere for you and your family to enjoy. The menu, courtesy of celebrity chef Jimmy H.Wong the flavours are simple and big, the portions generous, and our menu is extensive with a mixture of wood-fired pizzas and pasta options.Managed by three brothers and a lifelong friend, our company holds notable credibility within the hospitality industry. Having founded many highly rated venues in Melbourne with each of our venues having their own unique personality, we have created another experience for you to enjoy.

A photo of Naught Cocktail Bar and Distillery restaurant

2. Naught Cocktail Bar and Distillery

4.8

Exceptional(89)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Eltham

Booked 9 times today

If you've not yet heard, there's something wicked at play in Eltham. It's delicious and delectable, distinctive and divine. Create your own moment of playful elegance with your first taste of Naught, and return again for something even more enchanting. Discover what you don’t yet know at Naught.

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3. Prosciutto Bros. Craft Bar

4.4

Awesome(162)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Eltham

Booked 8 times today

Prosciutto Bros. Craft Bar is a cozy spot with an 'amazing atmosphere', as per one review. With 'abundance of alcohol choices', 'modern vintage' decor, and 'friendly, helpful staff', it's a 'welcoming place'. The 'nice vibe' and 'great food' make it a 'nice catch up place' or a 'great place for an after work drink and pizza'. The 'live music' on Friday night adds to the fun, but the noise can be an issue for those looking for a quieter setting.

4. Be Good Cafe

(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Ivanhoe

Be Good Cafe in Ivanhoe is your local haven for exceptional coffee, homemade treats, and heartfelt community connections.We specialize in freshly baked cakes, biscuits, and delicious meals, bringing comfort and quality to your everyday moments. Our expertly brewed Toby's Estate specialty coffee pairs perfectly with our house-made delights, making every visit a satisfying experience.We also offer a handpicked range of gifts and homewares for those looking to take a piece of Be Good Cafe home with them.With a cozy and inviting atmosphere, along with a menu crafted to celebrate fresh, locally sourced ingredients, Be Good Cafe has become a beloved spot for Ivanhoe locals. It truly is a community favorite.

5. Clover

4.9

Exceptional(147)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Richmond

Booked 25 times today

Clover is a cozy place with a relaxing atmosphere. Many reviews mention the restaurant's 'cosy local wine bar' vibe, with one reviewer describing it as 'amazing service, dimly lit and quite romantic'. It's also described as a place where 'you can tell you're right at home as soon as you walk in'. The ambiance is comfortable, making it a great spot for a 'lovely date night'.

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6. Leonardo's Pizza Palace

4.8

Exceptional(90)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Carlton

Booked 25 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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7. Love Letter - Melbourne

4.8

Exceptional(71)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Richmond

Booked 16 times today

Dear Richmond,This little restaurant is our love letter to food. It's our happy little place, where we get to live 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 x

8. Maven by Morgan

4.7

Exceptional(130)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 24 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.

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9. Fitzroy Town Hall Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(181)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Fitzroy

Booked 8 times today

Quality driven local pub using artisan ingredients and a rustic yet finessed style of cooking, with a well- known generosity of both portions and flavour, alongside plenty of cold beer on tap and always a warm welcome.

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10. Joanne's Pizzeria & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(61)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Carlton North

Booked 11 times today

Serving traditional and unauthentic pizza, including a plant-based & GF menu, in an intimate and cozy Victorian terrace in the heart of Rathdowne Village, Carlton North.

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Robyn
Melbourne •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Beautifully presented, exceptionally tasty morsels of wonderful food. They always have great wines, great music, if you dine in the evening The staff are a pure delight. It’s a lovely and authentic dining experience.
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CloverPrice: Expensive• European• Richmond
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4.9
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Kathy
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 16, 2025
Very pleasant experience at Franco & Co, we had a group of 10, we all loved our food and the service was good
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Franco & CoPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Eltham
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4.3
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Joe
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 16, 2025
Nice pizza and craft beer bar. Food was beautiful. We had the antipasto for 2 and capricciosa pizza. Nice fresh toppings.
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Prosciutto Bros. Craft BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Eltham
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4.4
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Kaye
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
An amazing ambience when you walk in the door. Fabulous and friendly service and great array of cocktails.
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Naught Cocktail Bar and DistilleryPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Eltham
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4.8

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