Best Date Night Restaurants in Toorak

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AbbotsfordAlbert ParkArmadaleAshburtonBlack RockBrighton

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Neighbourhood Pizza

4.8

Exceptional(395)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Armadale

Booked 35 times today

Neighbourhood Pizza. Its pizza for locals. Great for the family, your date or your friends. More than just pizza!

2. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(548)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 32 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.

3. Mount Erica Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(1136)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Prahran

Booked 42 times today

The Mount Erica Hotel, loved and revered corner Pub. includes public bar, indoor and outdoor dining/function spaces. Offering a menu of elevated pub classics, tap beer, cocktails and extensive wine list. Delivered in a relaxed venue with a designer edge.*All bookings are for our dining room for sit-down dining. We have our front bar and courtyard available for casual drinks, and are on a walk in basis. Dogs and children are welcome in the venue until 8pm.

4. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3256)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 83 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.

5. Suzie Q

4.6

Exceptional(135)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Windsor

Booked 17 times today

Suzie Q was unapologetically rebellious, alluring and ahead of her time. Bathed in the red glow of oriental charm, her underground chinese restaurant was a well-kept secret by those in the know during the 80’s in downtown San Francisco; a hidden gem drawing people in from across the city with her timeless dishes and unforgettable ambiance. Suzie Q embodies the indulgence of this rich legacy, re-imagined through a modern lens and coupled with retro oriental charm, classic chinese fare and contemporary cocktails.

6. Windsor Wine Room

4.5

Awesome(73)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Windsor

Booked 14 times today

Nestled in the heart of Chapel Street, Windsor Wine Room is an intimate space to indulge in good food, exceptional wine and familiar company. Savour a curated selection of wines, carefully paired with smaller bites and larger dishes to share that showcase a modern European-accented menu.

7. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(730)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 73 times today

Nestled within the Domain Road enclave in South Yarra with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens sits Gilson.Gilson’s intimate dining room is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week and caters for large groups and private dining events. Gilson offers an all day menu focusing on Italian cuisine and seasonal flavours. A neighbourhood favourite due to its relaxed setting, friendly staff, fabulous drinks list and dishes such as the ‘avocado bruschetta’ for breakfast, the ‘Seafood Linguine' for lunch or dinner, and a 'tiramisu' for dessert. Wood fired pizza is also available for lunch and dinner cooked in the custom built oven.Gilson's brunch service is available for walk-ins with reservations available from midday.

8. Maven by Morgan

4.7

Exceptional(128)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 20 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.

9. Donovans

4.8

Exceptional(1707)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • St Kilda

Booked 33 times today

Welcome to Donovans - our ‘house on the beach’ and home we love to share. Donovans is located on the St.Kilda beach front offering guests a memorable dining experience in Melbourne. With a bay side view, beautiful Mediterranean inspired food and the special relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant, Donovans is where you will feel at home.Donovans’ exciting menu has been developed our intimate knowledge of modern Mediterranean cooking. The menu is extensive with a modern mix of favourite dishes emphasising the best local produce. Donovans also offers an extensive wine list of Australian and imported wines and an eclectic mix of cocktails.

10. Yugen Dining

4.6

Exceptional(507)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • South Yarra

Booked 29 times today

Yugen redefines dining after dark. A promise of an experience where food, drink, and music continue well into the night. A subterranean setting with a refined industrial feel, offering dishes and beverages influenced by the cultural richness of Asia. Tradition met with the intuition of a contemporary flair.

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Jordan
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Requested a quiet table which was accommodated. Menu was explained well. Drinks were great. Feed me menus was excellent and food was excellent. Would go back and would recommend.
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Suzie QPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Windsor
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4.6
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Nikki
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Thank you to the team at Gilson for helping to make my bridesmaid proposal special! They were very attentive and the food was incredible as always!
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GilsonPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Yarra
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4.5
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Hilton
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great food and brilliant service. Definitely go to the restaurant.
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Jamie
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Absolutely amazing food some of the best and most delicious things iv had in my life! Service was incredible and the venue topped it off, 5 Stars from Me, 10/10 would recommend !!!
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Yugen DiningPrice: Very Expensive• Asian• South Yarra
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4.6
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Chris
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 27, 2025
Perfect for a simple inexpensive meal The guy who served us was friendly and helpful
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Neighbourhood PizzaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Armadale
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4.8

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