Best Date Night Restaurants in Thornbury

260 restaurants available nearby

1. Pastificio Sandro

4.9

Exceptional(22)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Thornbury

Booked 4 times today

Sandro Wine + PastaFun neighbourhood wine bar serving small plates and pasta of course!Open Wed-Sat 5pm til late

2. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3189)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 81 times today

Hochi Mama was the God Mother of all aspiring street artists and rappers in the early nineties. An immigrant in the big city, she hosted underground art shows along with rap battles for the rejects; a place where you could just be at home, but with family. The whole crew was always welcome, the more the merrier, and she was well renowned for creating innovative dishes using the original famous dishes from her home country, and plenty of booze, in her spacious and homey warehouse.This cheeky, vibrant and buzzing Vietnamese Fusion venue is one for your to-do list. Boasting a killer menu and a super cool vibe, this place is known for a cocktail, feast or an intimate date night.

3. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(501)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 30 times today

Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.

4. Maven by Morgan

4.7

Exceptional(106)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 18 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.

5. Dexter

4.8

Exceptional(207)

Price: Expensive

• Barbecue • Preston

Booked 23 times today

DEXTER is a no rules approach to American BBQ brought to you by Adam Goldblatt, Sam and Tom Peasnell. Our meatery features the best Australian produce which is treated the right way. Chefs Tom (Pitt Cue Co, London) and Adam (Homeslice, London) pay homage to the low and slow traditions of American BBQ utilising smoking, chargrill techniques and pair this with flavours from Mexico, China, France and alike. The philosophy is a meat first approach, where a dish is formulated from the unique characteristics of the meat (or vegetable) for a truly unique meat experience. Think salted caramel ribs, hot meat donuts and dry aged Ribeye's.

6. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1267)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 23 times today

Trattoria Emilia is a charming Italian restaurant in Melbourne CBD, renowned for its authentic flavors and exceptional service. Reviewers consistently praise the fantastic ambience, excellent food, and attentive service, describing it as a perfect spot for a romantic date or an intimate dinner. One reviewer even celebrated their wedding anniversary here, suggesting it's a place for special occasions. The restaurant's overall ratings are consistently high, with a focus on its great atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent food and service.

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7. Johnny's Green Room

4.2

Awesome(91)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 27 times today

Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.

8. Meatmaiden

4.7

Exceptional(1356)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 35 times today

Meatmaiden is one hell of a steakhouse. Bringing you the best barbecue and grill in Melbourne, our large and energetic basement restaurant and bar and down-to-earth staff make us the perfect CBD venue for intimate dinners, work lunches, special occasions or functions.We're part steakhouse, part smokehouse - with a unique and eclectic mix of premium steaks and smoked meats. We've been fine-tuning that approach for the last ten years to bring you the best meat around - dry-ageing select local cuts like O'Connor rib eye, tending the fire to smoke grass-fed short ribs over ironbark and pairing with signature dishes like our lobster mac cheese.Our carefully-curated wine list focuses on some great Australian winemakers, with six taps of craft beer and quirky cocktails completing the line up.You will find Meatmaiden on Little Collins St - walking distance from Flinders St Station and Parliament Station, the MCG and Rod Laver Arena and entertainment venues s

9. Dom's Social Club

4.8

Exceptional(209)

Price: Moderate

• Continental • Melbourne CBD

Booked 14 times today

Doms is a no frills, 3 level pizza wonderland from the crew that bought you Peaches, Cheek, Dexter & Takeaway Pizza. GOOD PIZZA, GOOD WINES, GOOD TIMES. Level 1 - Pizzeria/Restaurant Level 2 - Pool RoomLevel 3 - Walk-in Outdoor Rooftop BarFood is available on all 3 levels 🍕 Dining at Doms - It's old school and inviting. A menu of slow fermented wood fired sourdough pizza, alongside tasty snacks and a very deep wine list. The perfect venue for that date, that birthday, that catch up. Social, familiar, honest and good. Hot tip: drink Lambrusco, eat the salami! Please note unfortunately we do not have disabled access.

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10. Straight Outta Saigon

4.6

Exceptional(1108)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 26 times today

Straight Outta Saigon offers a cosy, intimate setting perfect for a date night. The vibe is hip-hop infused, reminiscent of the streets of Vietnam, adding a unique touch. Reviewers rave about the delicious food, creative dishes, and the efficient, friendly service. They also praise the ambiance, calling it 'lovely', 'cosy', and 'vibrant'. So, if you're in Melbourne and looking for a taste of Vietnamese street-side fare, this is the place to be.

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Mandie
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Came here to celebrate my friends birthday and we went for the all you can eat yum cha. I came here last time and the food came out quite quickly, however this time the food was delayed for a significantly longer time, and the waitress didn't seem to know what she was doing, missing dishes that we had to keep asking for. I went to pay the bill and the server apologised for the delay and did not charge us for the drinks which I was not expecting! Wonderful gesture from the restaurant and I thank them for making things right, it was really appreciated and made our day :)
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Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.5
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Herbert
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Again we had a great dining experience. Very delicious food and drinks.
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Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Robyn
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was exceptional as was the service. Professional and very friendly we felt very welcome and valued
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Pastificio SandroPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Thornbury
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4.9
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David
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The restaurant was heavily recommended by a couple of people and it didn't disappoint. We were greeted by the staff as soon as we walked in and the service was prompt and friendly. The food was outstanding. The steaks were the best that we have had - cooked to perfection, and excellent quality cuts of meat. Absolutely delicious.
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MeatmaidenPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Suzy
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Delicious food and feed me menu was good value. Very friendly and attentive service. Very noisy, so not the place for quiet conversation. Can't wait to go again!
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6

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260 restaurants available nearby

1. Pastificio Sandro

2. Hochi Mama CBD

3. Kiss & Tell

4. Maven by Morgan

5. Dexter

6. Trattoria Emilia

7. Johnny's Green Room

8. Meatmaiden

9. Dom's Social Club

10. Straight Outta Saigon

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