Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Balaclava

131 restaurants available nearby

1. Mount Erica Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(1108)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Prahran

Booked 77 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.

2. Elwood Bathers

4.7

Exceptional(1632)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Elwood

Booked 29 times today

Elwood Bathers is a hot spot in Melbourne, known for its exquisite ambiance and delectable cuisine. As per the reviews, it offers a complete dining experience with an amazing location, friendly staff, and delicious food. The restaurant is frequently fully booked, and its fresh, tasty food and stunning views make it a favorite among locals and tourists alike. It's an ideal place for a culinary journey, a nice sunset evening, or a special occasion.

3. Suzie Q

4.6

Exceptional(103)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Windsor

Booked 33 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.

4. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3183)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 138 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. Windsor Wine Room

4.6

Exceptional(64)

Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Windsor

Booked 17 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.

6. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(710)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 83 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.

7. Grazia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(988)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Glen Iris

Booked 58 times today

Grazia is a classic, authentic and casual Italian restaurant with a modern twist.

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8. Golden Fleece Hotel

4.3

Awesome(168)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • South Melbourne

Booked 16 times today

Heritage pub turned Greek Islands-inspired paradise, Golden Fleece Hotel has brought Santorini to South Melbourne. Entering off Montague Street, you’ll find curvaceous, stone-look tables, booths and an adjoining bottle shop where the walls are lined with vino you can take away! Make your way up the colourful mosaic-tiled stairwell you'll find a place to enjoy more cocktails after dining down stairs and nooks to sit back and relax, as well as a pool table and our DJ's on the weekend to keep the party forever going. Our Walk-ins only intimate Santorini Rooftop is where you’ll feel most transported, as the sun beams down, sip on a fun Aperol Spritz, or a Aphrodites Elixr of Desire to feel the holiday vibes. The menu is similarly Mediterranean. Among the highlights: Our famous fluffy oven baked bread accompanied by a selection of dips, and a delicious Yia-Yia's style Moussaka. Partner any dish with a wide selections of wines from our bottle shop or our famous Santorini Sour!

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9. Ripponlea Food and Wine

4.7

Exceptional(133)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Ripponlea

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to Ripponlea Food & Wine, a local modern European restaurant in the heart of Ripponlea village. Creating signature flavours & personalised service is our passion and we’re all about comfort, style & a little bit fancy without the fuss.

10. Yugen Dining

4.6

Exceptional(483)

Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • South Yarra

Booked 41 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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Jaime
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
lovely venue and atmosphere, the staff were lovely and very attentive, would definitely recommend
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Suzie QPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Windsor
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4.6
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Drew
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always exceptional service by the floor staff and wonderful food.
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Mount Erica HotelPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Prahran
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4.7
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Hayley
Melbourne •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was our second time here and it does not disappoint. The first visit was dinner and the second time was for lunch. The team are attentive and lovely. The wine selections are delicious and the food it moreish. We look forward to our next visit! Thank you ☺️
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Windsor Wine RoomPrice: Moderate• Modern European• Windsor
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4.6
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Sarah
Las Vegas •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a fabulous experience at Hochi Mama! Waiter was so attentive and helpful and the food was absolutely outstanding. High energy ambiance and overall a fantastic night out. Thanks so much Hochi Mama 😊
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Sarah
Tasmania •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
A great place to kick off 2025. The restaurant was packed but the staff were friendly and unflustered. We were asked if we would like to move to a window table that became available - we took up the offer and enjoyed the wonderful view. Great assistance from a staff person in selecting our wine. Generous servings of food that was delicious. Minus 1 star for small portions of seafood in my pasta but aside from that I would highly recommend.
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Elwood BathersPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Elwood
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4.7

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131 restaurants available nearby

1. Mount Erica Hotel

2. Elwood Bathers

3. Suzie Q

4. Hochi Mama CBD

5. Windsor Wine Room

6. Gilson

7. Grazia Restaurant

8. Golden Fleece Hotel

9. Ripponlea Food and Wine

10. Yugen Dining

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