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1. Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana

4.5

Awesome(1126)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 43 times today

Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana in the Melbourne CBD is serving rustic and authentic Italian food like its meant to be – flavoursome, simple and made with a healthy dose of Italian passion. The chefs behind this Manchester Lane restaurant are dedicated to following traditional recipes (just like Nonna used), using their knowledge from homeland Italy and adding just a touch of gourmet modernity. Freshly made pasta is undoubtedly the star of the show at Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana, ranging from gnocchi and tagliatelle to fettuccine and pappardelle. Yet the menu also offers rustic pizzas, traditional mains and homemade desserts that will satisfy any guest – especially when enjoyed alongside the Italian and Australian wines available. Better yet, the service and atmosphere of Maccaroni is both genuine and inviting. Located in the Melbourne CBD, this restaurant is understandably popular and making an advance booking is highly recommended.

2. Serai Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(638)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Filipino • Melbourne CBD

Booked 34 times today

When Ross Magnaye and Shane Stafford started Serai, their vision was to create a restaurant that would fit perfectly in the heart of the Philippines. To replicate the spirit, vitality, passion and sense of fun, they knew Serai would become a home from home for our diners.At our restaurant, right in the heart of Melbourne, you can watch the chefs prepare and fresh food daily in our open kitchen at the chef’s omakase table or relax in the restaurant and bar with a glass of our hand picked, vin naturel selections or signature cocktails.

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3. Quando Quando Cucina and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(131)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 26 times today

A simple phrase we use in order to bring friends and families together, ‘dimmi quando tu verrai’ meaning “tell me when will you come”. With passion and care, through our colourful and traditional Italian dishes we celebrate our culture of love and gathering.

4. Pinchy's

4.5

Awesome(155)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Melbourne CBD

Booked 13 times today

Melbourne’s best Champagne bar & Seafood restaurant now includes meat into the menu with new Executive Chef Pieter Buijsse. Pinchy’s seafood restaurant and champagne bar is a seaside oasis in the heart of Melbourne. Inviting our guests to experience typically indulgent delectables such as lobster rolls, our new Wagyu beef burger with smoked crispy tuna bacon, we seek to make the finer flavours in life more accessible, encouraging our guests to enjoy shared dishes in a casual style.Located in bustling Bourke Street, Pinchy’s boasts one of Melbourne’s favourite balcony bar destinations, with an insta-worthy interior to boot. So if seafood and champagne, cocktails or chablis tickles your fancy, you know where to find us.

5. Luci

4.4

Awesome(214)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 8 times today

Luci is a contemporary Australian restaurant set in the grand hall of Melbourne’s historic Equity Chambers building.Its art deco styled dining room – designed by Bates Smart – provides a sophisticated backdrop to a contemporary Australian menu with Italian accents.Celebrating Melbourne’s history of Italian immigrants and its evolution into a cosmopolitan culinary city, Luci is a contemporary Australian restaurant housed within the grand hall of the historic Equity Chambers Building.

6. Makan

4.7

Exceptional(621)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Indonesian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 6 times today

Makan is an Indonesian restaurant in the heart of Melbourne CBD by Tasia & Gracia Seger, the winner of television cooking show My Kitchen Rules 2016.The word Makan in Indonesian simply means eat. It's also used as a salutation or invitation to eat. Makan celebrates the different elements Indonesian cuisine; a fusion of vibrant, colourful ingredients, intensely flavoured dishes, and the people who come together and share it. With a warm ambiance creating an intimate retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the CBD, Makan is an exciting discovery of tempting flavours and a contemporary take on authentic dishes.

7. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1318)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 32 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.

8. Kata Kita

4.7

Exceptional(290)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 10 times today

Kata Kita delivers a new layer of modern Indonesian dining, combining traditional recipes with luxe local ingredients and sophisticated flavours all designed to share with family and friends. Be prepared for flavour bombs of zesty lemongrass, tongue spiking chilli, homemade aromatic sambal underscored with zesty lemongrass, shrimp and sweet palm sugar, served tastily together on a plate!

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9. Father’s Office QV Little Lonsdale

4.3

Awesome(787)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Melbourne CBD

Booked 13 times today

If you’re looking for a place in the heart of the Melbourne CBD that promises atmosphere, exceptional value and one the best and liveliest bar restaurants, look no further than Father’s Office.Father's Office transports you to 1920's America during the prohibition era. The Speakeasy theme is featured throughout the entire venue with vintage pieces adorning the walls. The drinks list is focused on period items, including signature cocktails, a wide range of whisky and rum, as well as craft beers from local micro-brewers. Join us for happy hour Tuesday - Sunday 4pm - 8pm.

10. The Moat

4.9

Exceptional(331)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 12 times today

Enjoy an Italian escape at The Moat, an intimate haven in the heart of Melbourne. Set in the basement of the State Library.Our new menu reflects the Italian heritage of our two owners, Paul and Rosie, and of our head chef Monica. Together, they have created authentic dishes that are hand-made with seasonal local produce, simplicity and love.Our family welcomes yours to join us.

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Spiro
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great service, great space, great steaks. Couldn't fault it. Always my go to when I need my steak fix
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4.6
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Danielle
Melbourne •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding value for the quality of food and service. The range of flavours was fantastic.
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Serai KitchenPrice: Very Expensive• Filipino• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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JanetL
Melbourne •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was fabulous and the wait staff excellent. The venue is just a bit acoustically challenged
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Straight Outta SaigonPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Peter
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A great little traditional Italian restaurant with very good food and service. Great value for money.
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Maccaroni Trattoria ItalianaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.5
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PimD
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined on Feb 17, 2024
the coffee is great! we loved it! the fries were great too! the pork belly dish is a must have!
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