Best Dinner Places to Eat in Melbourne

"Vue de Monde has been a Melbourne institution of dining luxury for almost 20 years. There’s one set menu which changes daily, with each dish brought out and explained to you by any one of the notoriously charming chefs. Set in one of the most gorgeous locations imaginable; the 55th floor of Melbourne’s iconic Rialto building, if you get there at the right time of day, you can feel the sunset over you and watch the Melbourne city skyline transform.The food: Native Australian with a side of theatrics.The cost: $310pp chef’s menuHow to order: Book here"

"The sweeping views of this 55th-floor high restaurant – in the former observation deck of the Rialto – are almost more of a drawcard than the Australian native ingredient focused menu…almost. The chic black interior of this fine dining restaurant underscores the thoughtful design elements scattered throughout – the kangaroo leather tables, river stones and kangaroo fur chairs. The menu changes daily, but the focus is always on Australian ingredients, and the dinner theatrics are worth the price of admission."

"You get to experience Shannon Beckett’s take on French cuisine overlooking the entire city atop the Rialto!. Yes, the food is the star of the show, but the vibe one gets from the location is to die for. Vue de Monde is high on our recommendation list for special locations."

"Chancery Lane, a European bistro by Scott Pickett, has been welcoming diners since December within the historic Normanby Chambers building. Suited for any occasion, from a glass and a bite at the bar to a private dinner party, you can expect classic European dishes with a twist. The 100-seater bistro is ensconced in a rich palette of dark green, checkerboard tiling and dark timber, emulating old-world charm and opulence of La Belle Epoque."

"Little Collins StreetScott Pickett’s latest endeavour is sexy, sleek and expensive… but it’s worth it. It’s simple but rich French food and it’s literally the dream successfully living in a big city. There’s a seafood platter – one of the most popular menu items – priced at $360."

"80 Collins, CBDThe gist: Farmer’s Daughters is Melbourne CBD’s first true farm-to-table restaurant, bringing a little piece of Gippsland to the city. It has fast become one of Melbourne’s best restaurants. With a simplistic approach to food, chef Alejandro Saravia is passionate about showcasing the flavours of country-Vic at their absolute best, with zero wastage."

"Visit Gippsland on your lunch break with a celebration of seasonal produce. Farmer's Daughters has curated a grazing platter of cheeses, house-made terrine, soda bread, cultured butter, pickled vegetables and chutney. Served with a fresh juice and delicious pastry."

"Tucked away in Melbourne’s CBD, within its laneway locale, Tipo 00 exemplifies my ideal type of dining- casual dining. The restaurant itself is unassuming and does not impose. What do I mean by this?"

"181 Victoria Ave, 3206, Albert Park (VIC)"

"Morning classics and delectable lunches have Werribee locals coming back time and again to Café B2B Barrister to Barista by Jaffa on Watton Street. Named after the Chef’s partner who has turned from b..."

"Fitzroy’s Smith & Daughters looks like an old-school rock’n’roll bar, but the cross-shaped neon sign on the wall tells you why you’re really here: to ‘eat vegan’. It started with a Latin-tinged menu, but did a switcheroo to Italian in May, pulling of plant-based pizza fritte, cacio e pepe, carpaccio and even tiramisu."

"Endeavoring to preserve and promote ‘the artistic and cultural heritage of ancient and modern Greece’, the Hellenic Museum holds a vast collection of artifacts. See Cypriot pottery, cast ancient Greek statues, and check out Bill Henson’s photographic installation ONEIROI.Starting in 2014, for 10 years the Hellenic Museum will also house a priceless collection of antiquities from the Benaki Museum, Athens, showcasing 8,000 years of Greek civilisation to Melbourne."

"As the name suggests, the Hellenic museum in Melbourne is dedicated to the display of Hellenic collection that includes the Greek Treasures Across the Millennia from the iconic Benaki Museum, Athens. Housed in the historic Former Royal Mint building, this museum offers you a journey into the Greek history, from Classical, to Byzantine, Post-Byzantine, and Neo-Hellenic, through 8,000 years of Gr...Read more"

"Showcasing Australian social history, Indigenous cultures, science and environment, Melbourne Museum is for geeks!. Although, this might be one of the very few geeky attractions that has been listed as Winner of Australian tourism award for being the best major tourist attraction in the country!. The museum celebrates Victoria’s local Koorie culture in Bunjilaka and also has a special secti...Read more"

"The children’s gallery at Melbourne Museum has so many experiences, both inside and out. In other parts of the museum, you can crawl along the dinosaur walk, see the various rocks and stones, explore the rainforest gallery or just stare at the tiny (and not so tiny) insects. Be sure to check their website to see what's on for Melbourne kids this week."

"As its name suggests, Linden New Art supports brand new contemporary art from mid-career artists. The not-for-profit gallery is housed within a grand Victorian mansion in the heart of St Kilda and rotates exhibitions every eight weeks, making it a place to visit again and again. Next time you head south, why not catch brave, inspiring and thought-provoking works on your way to the beach?"

"Another example of the many fine small art galleries in Melbourne, Sutton Gallery is a remarkable contemporary art gallery nestled in the city’s bohemian thoroughfare of Brunswick Street, Fitzroy. The gallery’s size means it can only exhibit one artist at a time, but this ensures an intimate and specific experience, with works ranging from paintings and photography through to installations."

"And to come across a camera museum while you are travelling can add another dimension to your journey. The Michael’s world famous camera museum offers you an insight into the world of cameras, their history and operation. Photography and its equipment have been a part of Michael’s family business ever since 1928 and this museum carries on ...Read more"