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A photo of Hochi Mama CBD restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3162)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 71 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.
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4.6
Exceptional(67)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 2 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.
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4.8
Exceptional(525)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Carlton
Booked 4 times today
Lagoon Dining is a restaurant and bar dishing up food that leans heavily on Chinese culinary traditions. It is an expression of food we love to eat and to cook, dished up heartily alongside booze we like to swill - a place for friends and fun.
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4.6
Exceptional(160)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Fitzroy
Booked 2 times today
A fun packed kitsch Pan-Asian diner with DJ's and a private Karaoke room. Serving delicious food that encompasses the dynamic flavours of the region and the vibrant culture of Fitzroy.
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4.7
Exceptional(488)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 24 times today
Kiss & Tell is a foodie's paradise with its Asian fusion tapas menu that has been curated and designed by 'Hochi Mama'. Reviewers rave about the 'amazing food', 'great ambience' and 'excellent service'. The restaurant also has a 'beautiful cocktail list' and a 'nice low lit atmosphere'. The fact that it's a 'hidden gem' and a 'great place for dinner with friends' just adds to its charm.
A photo of Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy restaurant
4.3
Awesome(1688)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Fitzroy
Booked 31 times today
Ichi Ni Nana, is a modern style Izakaya experience spread across multiple levels along the iconic Brunswick Street offering delectable Japanese dishes with a modern twist (such as our must try Ebi Mayo). The venue also comprises an amazing beverage list of Japanese inspired cocktails, the best Japan has to offer in sakes and whiskies and a comprehensive wine list covering local and international regions. Our friendly and professional team will take you on a guided tour through a Japanese experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating your next visit. Whether it’s an intimate dinner in one of our hand crafted booths or a group celebration, Ichi Ni Nana has an abundance of breathtaking indoor and outdoor areas (including a courtyard with a retractable glass ceiling which can be enjoyed rain, hail or shine), to suit any occasion.
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4.7
Exceptional(2816)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 28 times today
Chocolate Buddha undertook an AMAZING renovation in 2019 by Maddison Architects. We have a 22 seater SUSHI TRAIN open Wednesday to Sunday lunches 12 - 3pm and Wednesday to Saturday Dinners 5 - 8pm it includes an EXPRESS train which delivers hot food ordered via a tablet. We offer QR menus at each table for ease of ordering, splitting bills and menu with pictures and descriptions. This type of ordering is optional so always let us know if you prefer to order with us. See you soon @ Chocolate Buddha
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4.5
Awesome(412)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 36 times today
Cha Ching is a real treat for foodies. The Asian fusion menu is a creative take on traditional dishes, with a unique blend of flavors that reviewers love. From the 'Feed Me' menu option to the salmon sashimi and beef tartare, it's all about the food here. The service is also praised, with attentive staff and quick service. As one reviewer puts it, 'every dish we ordered was beautifully presented and tasted delicious.'
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4.7
Exceptional(1352)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD
Booked 5 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
A photo of Vue de monde restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1851)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 13 times today
Vue de monde is a testament to the belief that dining can be a wondrous and unforgettable experience. The ever-changing chef’s menu pays homage to classical fine dining in a modern context by exploring the beauty of native Australian ingredients. While in the past the menu looked to Europe for inspiration, Executive Chef Hugh Allen continues to celebrate the unparalleled quality of home-grown produce with thoughtfully considered dishes committed to seasonality and locality. Vue de monde has been synonymous with Melbourne dining for almost 20 years, continuing to present an exciting and dynamic experience with a progression of flavours and sense of curiosity. The whimsical spirit at the heart of the Vue de monde menu has not been lost throughout the years, with the lighter-handed and more natural approach to cooking being no less infused with theatre.
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  • Anne
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We were so impressed with everything on our night out at Lagoon. We booked and arrived in good time. The restaurant was very busy but well worth the little wait we had. The maitre d' was efficient and welcoming. We took a little while to make up our minds as everything sounded lovely. Our food was delicious, such good flavours. My husband who notices music more than I do said how perfect the music was to create a good ambience. We really enjoyed our evening and will return. Definitely a special night out - Keat is a brilliant chef!
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    Lagoon DiningPrice: Expensive• Asian• Carlton
    4.8
  • Matthew
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Definitely would recommend! The food was delicious, HIGHLY recommend the Duck Curry and Crying Tiger Beef Staff were super friendly and accomodating and the vibe was awesome! Loved the booth.
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    Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
    4.7
  • Susan
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    It’s lovely that we were greeted twice by two separate wait staff who were very friendly, but then it took time to get their attention to order. Food was amazing but with items the delicious Betel Leaf with Prawn, we really needed some wipes to clean sticky fingers. We did our best with napkins, but as an entree I felt sticky for the remainder of the meal. Awesome restaurant and there was a lovely American girl, should have got her name, but she was the hostess that I would like to see in my organisation, where I working on guest experience standards. I will be back!
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    Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
    4.6
  • ruby
    Tasmania •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 14, 2024
    Amazing service. Our experience was very enjoyable. Food and drinks were delicious, very much worth it.
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    Rice Queen Oriental Diner and BarPrice: Expensive• Asian• Fitzroy
    4.6
  • George
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Dec 13, 2024
    Food service was a little slow between courses. At one stage 6 of had empty wine glasses despite paying $100 a head for the wine and having to order 2 bottles to get a drink
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    Lee Ho FookPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Melbourne CBD
    4.6
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