Best Seasonal Restaurants in Ascot Vale

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AbbotsfordAlbert ParkAlphingtonArmadaleAscot ValeBalwyn North

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152 restaurants available nearby

1. Bar libretto

4.7

Exceptional(22)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Ascot Vale

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to our charming suburban wine bar, nestled in the heart of Ascot Vale. Here, 'casually refined, seasonally inspired' dining awaits you in an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere.Our menu features bistro-style dishes, thoughtfully crafted to highlight the finest seasonal ingredients. Our carefully curated wine list showcases exceptional vintages from around the world alongside local Australian gems. For cocktail enthusiasts, we offer a selection of classics with a modern twist.Join us in our lovely courtyard, where you can sit back with some wine, good friends and enjoy the sunshine.

2. Askal

4.3

Awesome(128)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Filipino • Melbourne CBD

Booked 17 times today

Askal is Melbourne’s newest contemporary Filipino restaurant and bar located on 167 Exhibition Street. Comprised of a dynamic team of culinary experts, Askal is a three-storey establishment sits in a historical building from the 1800s. The menu is a celebration of traditional Filipino flavours and techniques, showcasing bold and vibrant dishes inspired by ancestral recipes passed down through generations.

3. The European

4.7

Exceptional(1303)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 21 times today

Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner, The European offers a welcoming ambience with warm, generous and knowledgeable hospitality - a beacon of Melbourne dining at its finest. Located on Spring Street near the Princess Theatre, we offer classic bistro fare with substance and character to perfectly complement our extensive collection of wines, old and new world, available to enjoy with your meal. We also welcome you on a walk-in basis next door at The City Wine Shop any day of the week, where you may simply pop in for a seat at the bar or grab a spot outside overlooking Parliament House. We take the best seasonal produce available, cooking simple, classic foods. Nose-to-tail offal dishes are centred within our menu, utilising every part of the animal products in our kitchen. Drawing on our own in-house butcher and farmhouse cheeses matured by our friends at Spring Street Cheese Cellar, there is always something new to try on the menu at The European and City Wine Shop.

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4. Punch Lane Wine Bar & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(637)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 9 times today

A MELBOURNE INSTITUTIONEstablished in 1995, Punch Lane is a Melbourne dining icon and a pioneer amongst its laneway counterparts.Punch Lane is a cosy and inclusive Wine Bar and restaurant, which prides itself on serving delicious food from a seasonal menu, mouth-watering cheeses from an eclectic selection, matched with exceptional wine and service.Our kitchen team, headed up by Nuno Gabriel, have created a seasonal menu showcasing local produce. We are currently offering a 2 hour dinner sitting for all early reservations prior to 7pm in our dining space with drinks and bar snacks available from 3pm - 5pm Tuesday to Sunday. Dinner service commences at 5pm Tuesday - Sunday. Lunch from 12pm - 3pm, Tuesday - Friday.Please note Sunday surcharge of 10% and Public holiday surcharge of 15%

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5. The Carlton Wine Room

4.8

Exceptional(826)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Carlton

Booked 34 times today

Carlton Wine Room is a neighbourhood restaurant offering a well-executed, fresh, seasonal food menu, and an ever changing, diverse wine list featuring the best of Italy, Australia and the rest of the World. We offer a bar space, an upstairs restaurant dining room and three unique spaces that are can be booked for private dining perfect for special events.RESERVATIONS: are for a two hour sitting. We do not accept bookings for drinks and snacks, however we accept walk-ins for this if space permits. A surcharge of up to 1.2% applies to credit card transactions. A surcharge of 10% applies on Sundays and 15% on Public Holidays. OUTSIDE SEATING: please note this is subject to the weather and we may not be able to move your reservation inside in the case of bad weather. CANCELLATION: A $50 per person no show fee is charged for failing to attend your reservation. Contact us on 9347 2626 to make changes or cancel your reservation.

6. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1300)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 19 times today

Trattoria Emilia is an authentic Italian restaurant focusing on seasonal produce and fresh pasta. Head chefs Francesco Rota and Luca Flammia hail from Modena in Emilia Romagna.At Trattoria Emilia we seasonally change the menu and source a large majority of our produce from regional Victoria, our meat is organic and sustainably grown in Tasmania and Victoria and we import some of the best Italian DOC products. Some dishes that are not to be missed are our Tortelloni Emiliani and the crowd favourite salumi misti with gnocco fritto and tigelle served with mortadella mousse.Rustic, yet refined, Trattoria Emilia boasts fantastic ambience, attentive and professional service whilst all the while remaining a great casual dining spot perfect for a quick lunch, a long relaxing dinner with friends and has always been a romantic date spot.

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7. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

4.4

Awesome(856)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 51 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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8. Waterfront Southgate

4.5

Awesome(1634)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Southbank

Booked 29 times today

Melbourne’s most iconic seafood bar and grill.A true Melbourne experience with expansive views of the Yarra river and mesmerizing city lights.Take in the stunning Melbourne sky line whilst enjoying our finest seafood and oysters expertly sourced directly from some of Australia’s best producers.We are dedicated to the “sea to plate”, with daily visits to the market, selecting the very best oysters, pristine shellfish and the freshest local seafood. Our “paddock to table” philosophy ensures we only source the highest quality of meats, bred from local Victorian farmers.With over 100 years in hospitality, the Zampelis family welcomes you to enjoy a unique dining experience.

9. Pure South Dining

4.5

Awesome(61)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Southbank

Booked 3 times today

Pure South Dining is founded on philosophy of Ethical, Sustainable and Provenance driven produce, championing Tasmanian farmers, fishermen and small producers. The best in season produce is flown from the islands of King, Flinders & Tasmanian directly to our Southbank kitchen. Pure South Dining offers our guests two dining options to suite any occasion. The ground floor Pure South Kitchen is our casual riverside bistro offering classics from morning till late. Enjoy our Tassie produce without the fuss, while you look out to the Southbank promenade, sipping cocktails with friends. Ascend the stairs to the Pure South Dining Room, for a modern fine dining experience, with stunning views of the Yarra River & Melbourne's skyline. Dine a la carte, or embark on a culinary journey with our six-course tasting menu. Our in house sommelier is on hand to guide you through our extensive wine list, with over 400 bottles highlighting Tassie Chardonnay & Pinot Noir.

10. Il Solito Posto

4.8

Exceptional(1193)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 34 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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Nestor
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Delicious food, unique cocktails, perfect ambiance, fine-dining service, friendly staff, could not fault any of our dining experience. Not the kind of food you get from most fusion restaurants. The perfect place to enjoy good food, good drinks, good friends!
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AskalPrice: Expensive• Filipino• Melbourne CBD
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4.3
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Maria
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
First time here and did not disappoint. Food was so good and the service even better!
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Punch Lane Wine Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• European• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Biio
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Hannah and Travis were super helpful throughout the night. Food was off the charts.
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The Carlton Wine RoomPrice: Expensive• European• Carlton
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4.8
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Lisa
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
A wonderful venue, excellent food and an outstanding margarita! Well done Bar Libretto.
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Bar librettoPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Ascot Vale
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4.7
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SUE
Victoria •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 7, 2025
Has to be my favorite Restaurant to go to when in Melb. Going to the Theatre next door and having an amazing expereince at the European does not get much better. The Ambiance of the Rest. and care by the Maitre'd and staff is superb. Well done and Thank you again for a wonderful dinner.
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The EuropeanPrice: Expensive• European• Melbourne CBD
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4.7

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