Best Seasonal Restaurants in Essendon

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1. The Carlton Wine Room

4.8

Exceptional(807)

Price: Expensive

• European • Carlton

Booked 28 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.

2. Bistra

4.9

Exceptional(95)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Carlton

Booked 20 times today

Bistra is an Australian bistro serving quality food and wine; our fare draws its influence predominantly from British, French and Italian cooking and technique, and yet it is quintessentially Australian. You can expect generous, memorable plates championing seasonal ingredients and an extensive list of wines.

3. TOTE Bar & Dining

4.2

Awesome(233)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Moonee Ponds

Booked 4 times today

A contemporary bar and restaurant, serving modern-Australian dishes with seasonal eating in mind.Channelling the timeless allure of 1930's design, the interior boasts rich oak panelling, emerald hues, decadent leather and bronze finishes. The space offers three intimate dining areas, known as The Northern Terrace, The Dining Room and The Cellar - our Private Dining Room. The main feature of TOTE is casual dining with premium quality food from well sourced high quality and sustainable produce.It features a contemporary offering from coffee, craft beer and creative cocktails to carefully curated local & imported wines and spirits.The bar itself is modelled to the development’s quintessential roots – the racecourse – and is aptly shaped in an oval form to mirror it.

4. Maven by Morgan

4.7

Exceptional(96)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 16 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.

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5. The Courthouse Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(277)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • North Melbourne

Booked 20 times today

Nestled in the vibrant heart of North Melbourne, the Courthouse Hotel is just steps away from the Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne's Arts Precinct.With multiple fireplaces, our cosy pub offers a warm and welcoming ambiance.We take pride in sourcing local, seasonal produce to prepare traditional pub favourites and more!

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6. Naughtons Parkville Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(660)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Parkville

Booked 19 times today

Set in the leafy suburb of Parkville, Naughtons is just a stones throw from Melbourne University, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Princes Park and Melbourne Zoo.With all the traditional pub classics and so much more. We pride ourselves on where our food comes from using local, seasonal produce.

7. Pinotta

4.7

Exceptional(180)

Price: Expensive

• European • Fitzroy North

Booked 6 times today

Honest food with integrity, generosity and spirit // Head Chef : Philippa Sibley // Vinyl Flipper : Heidi Modra // What do we do? We do good things. We do GREAT things. We do things that make you smile and make you laugh, and make you want to come back again // We create a shared space where food and wine come together. A dynamic, daily changing menu of what's in season and at its best. We organise bespoke events for whatever celebration you can think of. We facilitate first dates and second dates and wedding dates. We are there for end-of-years and start-of-years, and for all the in-betweens. We are your neighbourhood place with a friendly face and a hug for all who walk through the door (and lean in the window) // We pride ourselves on being whatever you need us to be, at any time of day. Always sustained. Always watered. Always wined // XOIf you have trouble booking online, phone on 9481 3393 and we will sort you out as best we can // XO

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8. Sporting Club Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(119)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Brunswick

Booked 23 times today

Hosting cosy vinos by the Public Bar fire, delicious get-togethers in the Dining Room, cocktails in the leafy Laneway and sun soaked pints on the Deck with the dog; Sporting Club Hotel is Brunswick’s newest all rounder! Whether you’re looking for your new regular watering hole or a location for a special blow-out; we’ve got you covered.

9. Regale

4.9

Exceptional(9)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Carlton

Booked 11 times today

Hello, Carlton! Your new favorite Restaurant and Basement Bar is about to light up the neighborhood, just steps away from Melbourne CBD.With a focus on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, Regale's menu showcases a curated selection of innovative dishes, from indulgent small plates to signature mains that celebrate Asian flavors with a modern Australian flair.Downstairs, Bar Galer offers an inviting blend of contemporary elegance and casual sophistication, perfect for unwinding with friends or catching up over a few drinks.

10. Cross Keys

4.3

Awesome(239)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Essendon

Booked 11 times today

A local favourite for over 150 years, The Cross Keys Hotel is the perfect spot to bring the family. The Cross Keys boasts an impressive bistro serving up tasty meals Monday through Sunday, a fun kids room, a lively sports bar showing all the must see games on the big screens, a modern TAB facility and two spacious event rooms. With weekly specials and all your favourite pub classics, what isn't too love? See you at The Keys !

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Nidhya
Melbourne •9 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Love the food, space, music and the round corner table we were given. Would highly recommend the Court House Hotel and we look forward to going there again
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The Courthouse HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• North Melbourne
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4.7
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Mary
Melbourne •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food and excellent service! Thank you we had a wonderful time
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TOTE Bar & DiningPrice: Expensive• Australian• Moonee Ponds
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4.2
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Mehmet
Melbourne •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great dinner. Was there for the date night deal which was fantastic. Service is outstatnding and the food is delicious. Great vibe and seating. Fan of Morgan Bakehouse and now Maven too. Will be back especially for the Tiramisu!
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Maven by MorganPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Fitzroy
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4.7
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Polly
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Love the pasta and the straciatella and potato focacia. Wagyu rump cap was also cooked to perfection. We also enjoyed the olive cake which was light and delicious.
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The Carlton Wine RoomPrice: Expensive• European• Carlton
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4.8
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Victoria
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
A group of four, two couples who have known each other for years. We covered the menu well from fish to burgers from pate to prawns with sweet chill sauce. Our friend is a wine guru and connected with the sommelier and made some great choices. An intimate space and one we look forward to visiting again.
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BistraPrice: Expensive• Australian• Carlton
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4.9

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140 restaurants available nearby

1. The Carlton Wine Room

2. Bistra

3. TOTE Bar & Dining

4. Maven by Morgan

5. The Courthouse Hotel

6. Naughtons Parkville Hotel

7. Pinotta

8. Sporting Club Hotel

9. Regale

10. Cross Keys

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