Best Authentic Restaurants in ASD-TBD (NA)

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1. Il Solito Posto

4.8

Exceptional(1216)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 27 times today

One of Melbourne's most renowned Italian restaurants. Il Solito Posto is an institution. A real Melbourne Italian dining experience with a warm urban chic feel. Tantalise your taste buds with regional Italian dishes, prepared with the freshest seasonal produce and revel in the awarded wine list. This is Il Solito Posto ..... The usual place..

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2. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

4.5

Awesome(865)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 60 times today

Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which youwon’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience. We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.

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3. Thai Tide - Melbourne CBD

4.4

Awesome(240)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Melbourne CBD

Booked 7 times today

Thai Tide in Melbourne CBD is authentic Thai, offering a unique journey through diverse flavors of Thailand. The dishes, crafted from local produces and paired with Australian natural wines, are described as interesting, delicious, and unique. One reviewer noted that the menu takes them on a trip back to Thailand. The restaurant's ambiance and service are consistently praised in reviews.

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4. Kafeneion at the Melbourne Supper Club

4.5

Awesome(145)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Melbourne CBD

Booked 20 times today

Melbourne's favourite spot is joining forces with the city's hottest Greek restaurant! Brace yourself for a culinary love affair that merges the best of Melbourne's charm with the rich flavours of traditional Greek cuisine.

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5. Bodega Underground

4.4

Awesome(1552)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 33 times today

A restaurant smuggled from Mexico to Melbourne. Find Little Bourke Street’s late night mezcal bar and taqueria hidden underground in the China Town precinct, and open 7 days a week until late, including lunch Thursday - Sunday. Try a Tequila or Mezcal cocktail, or speak to our team about sipping some exciting Agave spirits instead. The $59 Feed Me banquet offers great value and a huge mix of traditional Mexican street food, plus some dishes with a twist. We also offer a $75 Bottomless Brunch on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays, with unlimited cocktails and 5 dishes; or a Pre-Theatre deal available every night of the week. We are located on the corner of Little Bourke and Crossley Street, Melbourne, with a moody bar and dining area perfect for both a quiet drink, or a larger celebration.

6. Kentaro

4.3

Awesome(16)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to KENTARO, a Japanese omakase restaurant that transports diners to the intimate charm of Japan’s hidden side streets. Here, we offer an authentic and immersive dining experience that celebrates the art of Japanese cuisine. Under the guidance of our talented producer chef, whose extensive background includes esteemed Melbourne establishments such as Shiranui, Shoya, and Marble Yakiniku, as well as international experience in culinary hubs like Singapore and Tokyo, Kentaro elevates Melbourne's dining scene to new heights. Join us for a unique journey where tradition meets innovation in every exquisite creation.

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7. Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana

4.5

Awesome(1126)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 39 times today

Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana in the Melbourne CBD is serving rustic and authentic Italian food like its meant to be – flavoursome, simple and made with a healthy dose of Italian passion. The chefs behind this Manchester Lane restaurant are dedicated to following traditional recipes (just like Nonna used), using their knowledge from homeland Italy and adding just a touch of gourmet modernity. Freshly made pasta is undoubtedly the star of the show at Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana, ranging from gnocchi and tagliatelle to fettuccine and pappardelle. Yet the menu also offers rustic pizzas, traditional mains and homemade desserts that will satisfy any guest – especially when enjoyed alongside the Italian and Australian wines available. Better yet, the service and atmosphere of Maccaroni is both genuine and inviting. Located in the Melbourne CBD, this restaurant is understandably popular and making an advance booking is highly recommended.

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8. Bali Hai CBD (Thai fusion)

4.7

Exceptional(34)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Melbourne CBD

Booked 21 times today

Sawasdee Ka 🌸 Welcome to Bali Hai, where Melbourne meets Pattaya! Thai-Fusion flavours in the Melbourne CBD.Nestled in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Bali Hai brings together the vibrant flavours of Thailand and the sophistication of Melbourne’s dining scene. Our passion for authentic Thai cuisine has created a unique fusion experience that will tantalize your taste buds.Inspired by the bustling streets of Bangkok and the serene beaches of Pattaya, our menu features a diverse range of traditional Thai dishes, each infused with a modern twist. From fiery curries and fragrant stir-fries to delicate noodle dishes and flavourful appetizers, our menu satisfies every palate.

9. Lee Ho Fook

4.6

Exceptional(92)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 14 times today

Lee Ho Fook means ‘good fortune for your mouth’ - inspired from the Warren Zevon lyrics in Werewolves of London.A Chinese restaurant, hidden down a Melbourne laneway, off the iconic Flinders Lane dining precinct.Our cuisine takes the legacy of deliciousness given to us by generations of Chinese Australians and taking it to a highly personal and creative direction.A new style of Chinese cuisine.From the mind of Victor Liong.

10. Shoya Melbourne

4.5

Awesome(57)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 11 times today

Founded in 2003 by Chef Shigeo Nonaka, Shoya Nouvelle Wafu Cuisine proudly holds the title of Best Japanese Restaurant in Melbourne for 7 years in a row. We are a "One Hat Awarded" Japanese Fine Dinning Experience by the Age Good Food Guide.Our dishes are prepared with century-old Japanese techniques with contemporary western influence for the purest and delicate flavors and crafted with the highest quality ingredients sourced from Japan, locally, and globally, ensuring a unique culinary journey you cannot find else where. Choose from our offerings: Omakase Courses, à la Carte, and premium Special Lunch Sets, all accompanied by an extensive selection of traditional alcoholic Japanese drinks. Stay tuned for upcoming menu updates and events as we continue to elevate your dining experience.

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MauraVIP
Atlanta •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Loved our meal! From the homemade gnocchi to the specials, everything was amazing. The staff gave great guidance on a bottle of wine and we very much enjoyed our meal.
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Il Solito PostoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.8
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Shiva
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent place... every meal were just so tasty, amazing cocktails and deserts were unbelievable. highly recommend
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Thai Tide - Melbourne CBDPrice: Expensive• Thai• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Rupert
Melbourne •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
First time, and we were impressed. Settled in for a yum cha lunch and weren't disappointed. The staff were hospitable, and clearly enjoy working there. The carts (yay, they are back!), were laden with fresh, steaming dim sim, we weren't hurried and enjoyed easing our way through the temptations. If there's something you want that's not being offered on the carts, just order it from one of the abundant waiting staff. We'll be back
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Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBDPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.5
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Morven
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Wonderfully friendly and attentive staff who gave us the best table in the house for our anniversary dinner. The lamb and beef cheek were so melt in the mouth, paired with a very moreish red wine recommendation. Would highly recommend.
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Kafeneion at the Melbourne Supper ClubPrice: Expensive• Greek• Melbourne CBD
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4.5
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Ross
Canberra •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
The food, service, and vibes were all immaculate as always. Will be back asap.
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Bodega UndergroundPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Melbourne CBD
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4.4

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