Best Restaurants, Must Try Places 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?"

"Found nestled among some of the best bars in Southbank, is a quirky Melbourne restaurant overlooking the Yarra River. At Hopscotch, you can enjoy popular Melbourne food and drinks while watching sports on the big screen or listening to live singers and bands so it’s always an enjoyable atmosphere. I loved their ‘one-handed’ section of the menu (pictured above), ranging between $13 and $18."

"Urban beer bar Hopscotch can be found on Riverside Quay, just a step back from the popular Southbank waterfront strip. To quote the Hopscotch team beer is the game, a phrase exemplified by 30 differen..."

"Water and feed your every need at Garden State Hotel on Flinders Lane in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. This multi-level hotel is designed for good times from the sprawling beer garden to the public ba..."

"Restaurants South Yarra. LuxBite’s cakes and pastry are textbook French when it comes to technique, with not-so-classic flavour pairings. You’ll find green tea and Japanese rice wine in LuxBite's version of the opera cake, and seven layers of nostalgia in the Lolly Bag cake."

"With over 21 years of experience with wedding cakes and special occasion pastries, Melina Regnier has established a name for creating beautiful wedding cakes that are specially designed to satisfy any style request imaginable. From towering tiered cakes to those that are beautifully suspended in the air, each one is lovingly made to the highest standards. Location: Cheltenham, VIC"

"Winners of the 2017 ABIA cake design award in Victoria and no.1 Australia wide in 2016!. From humble beginnings in 1987, Oakleigh Quality Cakes has established its reputation as a leading supplier in Melbourne’s thriving cake industry. Through a commitment to quality and service, founders Nick and Tass Poupouzas and their dedicated team have produced some of the most spectacular and unique cake designs."

"Establishing Nikos Cakes over 30 years ago, the award-winning team of cake designers and pastry chefs have gained a reputation for delivering eye-catching cake designs that have remarkable depth and flavour. Aiming to create the cake of your dreams, the successful cake decorating team has over 60 years of experience making amazing wedding cake designs. Location: Fairfield, VIC"

"It's beginning to look a lot like another perfect opportunity for you to get out of the house and enjoy everything you love about Lord Cardigan!. Join us on Saturday 24th for dinner and enjoy 3 festive..."

"Celebrating a rich heritage, flavours and textures, Oye Bombay Restaurant on Harrington Square in Altona brings Indian cuisine alive. With Chefs who have spent years perfecting the art of cooking trad... Order OnlineBook Now"

"This Italian restaurant – in the former Village People Hawker Food Hall space – is the flagship of the Hotel Fitzroy. Come for classic pizzas, salumi, pastas, and a punchy cocktail list. Plus, there's private dining and a terrace balcony."

"Café Di Stasio is an Italian fine-dining institution and after more than 30 years at its Fitzroy Street location, this renowned restaurant and bar still holds decadent and timeless appeal. Here, long-serving white-jacketed waiters will offer that extra touch of service, whilst recalling an extensive list of house specialties like linguine with prawns, or home-made pasta with tomato, mozzarella and basil. As such, the restaurant has a faithful clientele and those in the know will swear by the seasonal two-course lunch with wine."