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Where to Eat in Melbourne
Where to Eat in Melbourne
--> Geelong West Town Hall, 153 Pakington Street, Geelong West
--> When: Saturday 24th October 2026
Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is an immersive theatrical cocktail experience where classic works by Edgar Allan Poe are brought to life through live storytelling, themed cocktails and gothic atmosphere....
--> Australia
YES Chef Air Fry Meals are made for convenience without compromising on flavour. With no chopping, no preparation and no mess, chef-prepared meals go from fridge to table in just minutes. Whether...
--> The Q Train, 2-10 Station Street Drysdale
--> When: Friday 16th October 2026 - Sunday 18th October 2026
Swerve your way through the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula as you dine on the iconic Q Train on the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Dining Experience - Q...
Elevate your Werribee Park experience by indulging in a Heritage High Tea at The Refectory Parlour Cafe, thoughtfully crafted by Award Winning Bursaria Fine Catering. You'll be treated to a...
--> Australia
Ready-made meals have changed the way Australians eat at home, offering fresh, convenient meal options delivered straight to the door without the shopping, chopping or daily dinner stress. Best...
--> Australia
--> When: Wednesday 7th July 2027
Wednesday 7th July 2027 As if we need a reason to eat more chocolate... Get your friends and family together to celebrate the best day of the year! World Chocolate Day (also called...
--> Hyatt Place | Essendon Fields Essendon Fields
--> When: Friday 25th December 2026
Gather, feast and celebrate with family and friends this Christmas Day at Hyatt Place Melbourne Essendon Fields. Make Christmas Day Easy Leave the cooking to us and enjoy a festive Christmas...
--> Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, 2 Clarendon St South Wharf
--> When: Thursday 22nd October 2026
Chateau Merveilles is a one-night immersive dinner spectacle bringing the French art de vivre to Melbourne. Chateau Merveilles On Thursday 22 October 2026, MCEC's exhibition bays are...
--> Pastuso | Peruvian Restaurant, 198 AC/DC Lane Melbourne
--> When: Thursday 22nd October 2026
A restaurant turned runway. Created exclusively for Melbourne Fashion Week, INTERWOVEN transforms Pastuso into a living gallery and runway, with fashion unfolding throughout the restaurant as you...
--> 75 Reid Street, 75 Reid St Fitzroy North
--> When: Thursday 22nd October 2026
Serial Killer Speakeasy is a chilling immersive experience where four infamous stories unfold live on stage. It's like stepping inside your favorite true-crime podcast-but with premium cocktails,...
--> Cookie | Thai Restaurant & Bar, 1/252 Swanson Street Melbourne
--> When: Monday 28th September 2026 - Monday 31st May 2027
Cookie is giving Monday dinner a Thai-accented steakhouse turn, serving a 250g Scotch fillet with seasoned fries, salad and Nam Jim Jaew for $30. Steak Night at Cookie Cookie's Monday steak...
--> Poke the Bear Cafe, 2A Mitchell St, Northcote
Frida Crouton's Final Course is a new interactive dining experience @ Poke the Bear Cafe in Northcote. Following the death of the famous chef Frida Crouton, you have been summoned to her final...
--> The Meat & Wine Co. | Melbourne, 88 Collins Street Melbourne
Melbourne diners can enjoy a steakhouse lunch for two in the heart of the CBD, combining quality meats, carefully prepared dishes and drinks in a distinctive city setting. Premium Steakhouse...
--> Arbory Bar & Eatery, 1 Flinders Walk, Melbourne
--> When: Monday 31st August 2026 - Sunday 6th June 2027
Afloat is Melbourne's seasonal floating bar and restaurant on the Yarra River (Birrarung), beside Flinders Street Station at 2 Flinders Walk. Rebuilt around a different destination each summer, the...
--> CherryHill Orchards, 739 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream
--> When: Monday 9th November 2026 - Thursday 31st December 2026
Our beautiful Coldstream orchard is our newest orchard now celebrating its fourth season. Coldstream is a slightly larger orchard with a big open picnic area modern cafe and tasting space and a...
--> 75 Reid Street, 75 Reid St Fitzroy North
--> When: Saturday 31st October 2026
Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is an immersive theatrical cocktail experience where classic works by Edgar Allan Poe are brought to life through live storytelling, themed cocktails and gothic atmosphere....
--> P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub | Southbank, Shop G14-16, Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct Southbank
--> When: Friday 25th December 2026
Join us at P.J.O'Brien's Melbourne on Southbank this Festive Season for a lovely Christmas Day Lunch. 25 December, 12.30pm. 3 Course Christmas Lunch $105 per person / Kids 2 Course Menu $35...
--> Melbourne Central, Corner Lonsdale Street and La Trobe Street Melbourne
Garfield has finally found his perfect home in Melbourne, with the world's most famous lasagne-loving cat inspiring Australia's first I Hate Mondays Lasagne Bar, now open for a limited time at...
--> GK Tapas Bar & Restaurant | Moonee Ponds, 14 Margaret St, Moonee Ponds
Enjoy some of the finer things in life as you indulge in a decadent high tea in Moonee Ponds. Be treated to a glass of Prosecco on arrival followed by a three tier selection of sweet and savoury...
--> Victoria
Victoria's finest pubs, hotels and hospitality professionals have been recognised at the 2026 Australian Hotels Association (Victoria) State Awards for Excellence, celebrating outstanding venues,...
--> Allegro Restaurant, Level 1, 205 Collins Street Melbourne
From 4 August, Executive Chef Apoorva Kunte unveils a bold new menu inspired by the elemental themes of Fire & Water, where heat, spice, cooling textures and luxurious creaminess come together in a...
--> Royal Exhibition Building, 9 Nicholson Street Carlton
--> When: Friday 27th November 2026 - Sunday 29th November 2026
The Little Food Market: A culinary adventure like no other. The Little Food Market is here to celebrate the original; the high quality; and the vision of Australian tastemakers. The Little...
--> Melbourne
We found 3 First Nations food experiences in Melbourne Indigenous Australians lived on bush tucker for more than 80,000 years. Local recipes are enriched with native ingredients and their demand...
--> P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub | Southbank, Shop G14-16, Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct Southbank
@ P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub at Southbank. Monday to Friday - 4-7pm, Selected pints and glasses of wine $11 Slainte! ...
--> Cookie | Thai Restaurant & Bar, 1/252 Swanson Street Melbourne
Grab a delicious Thai meal for your lunch in the iconic venue; Cookie on Swanston Street Melbourne CBD. Cookie: $25 Lunch Quick, delicious, freshly-wokked From noodles to fried rice, let...
--> Rivers of Yarrambat, 28 Kurrak Road, Yarrambat
--> When: Sunday 25th October 2026
Enjoy our delightful high tea with family and friends at Rivers. You will be treated to a decadent selection of sandwiches, cakes, savouries and scones served with tea and coffee. Our Cafe is...
--> Australia
Ready-made meals delivered to your door have become one of Australia's fastest-growing food trends, making it easier than ever to enjoy delicious meals without the time and effort of shopping,...
--> One Eleven Spring Street, 111 Spring Street Melbourne
Afternoon Tea at The Windsor takes place Wednesday's to Friday's with two seatings daily at 12pm and 2pm. No visit to Melbourne is complete without tea at Melbourne's grand hotel The Windsor,...
--> Southbank Promenade Southbank
Enjoy one of Melbourne's most unique dining experiences with a delicious 4 course meal aboard the Spirit of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant as it winds its way along the calm waters of the Yarra River...
--> 14 Margaret St, Moonee Ponds
GK Tapas Bar & Restaurant brings Spain's fire to Melbourne's dining scene with a local twist. We fuse traditional Spanish flavours with locally sourced and native Australian ingredients to create...
--> Australia
There are food guides and then there is the Good Food Guide.. the pinacle of guides. Whether its the Good Food Online or APP, both have you covered for Eating out, Recipes, Tips & advice and...
--> Departs: Grand Hyatt Hotel Melbourne
Discover the delicious wines and food of the Yarra Valley on a full-day tasting tour from Melbourne. Enjoy a guided tour of Domaine Chandon followed by a two-course lunch and glass of wine at...
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