Restaurants near Melbourne International Comedy Festival

943 restaurants available nearby

1. Meatmaiden

4.6

Exceptional(1340)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 35 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

2. Chocolate Buddha

4.7

Exceptional(2793)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 44 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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3. Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana

4.3

Awesome(1074)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 31 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.

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4. Straight Outta Saigon

4.6

Exceptional(1085)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 43 times today

Born out of the wok-tossed flames of Vietnam and introduced into the bustlin’ heart of urban Melbourne, Straight Outta Saigon's serving eastern flavours for it's CBD crew. Immerse yourself in 90s hip-hop mixtapes, swim in our offerings of tropical elixirs, and bask in the taste of street-side viet-fare without the frills!

5. Cha Ching

4.5

Awesome(404)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 46 times today

Cha Ching is an Asian fusion concept restaurant where customer enjoys variety of Asian dishes on a table with Asian spiced drinks and cocktail for an affordable per dinner and lunch.Synonymous with luck in Chinese culture, Cha Ching is a project three years in the making, from Owner & Head Chef Ken Leung.From working in Hong Kong’s Michelin Star St George Restaurant in 2012 to experience in kitchens across Melbourne’s elite food scene, Ken’s hospitality experience spans over 15 years.The result? Cha Ching’s menu is an homage to Asian cuisine, emboldened by the multiculturalism of Melbourne.Street food with finesse and re-imagined traditional cuisine, every dish pops with vibrancy and colour!

6. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1249)

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.

7. Il Solito Posto

4.8

Exceptional(1140)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 45 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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8. Dodee Paidang Little Collins

4.5

Awesome(49)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Melbourne CBD

Booked 15 times today

Dodee Paidang Little Collins brings our widest range of Thai Street food to you. The site is great for groups or couples. Come in for a quick lunch or stay and enjoy the company.Every selection of Thai food from our Tom Yum noodles, Salads, Grilled, to Desserts. Order individually or share the authentic tastes with your best mates.Acoustic music Fridays and Saturdays.Minimum booking is 4 people.

9. Mesa Verde

4.6

Exceptional(374)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 18 times today

Finding harmony between authenticity and originality is something that first ignited the flame at Mesa Verde back in 2013 and continues to feed it today. While it’s fairly evident that an affinity for Mexican food and agave spirits is at the helm of what we do, our city’s rank on the culinary frontier has brought with it a particular nose for experimentation. So, since we’re very literally in the heart of Melbourne up here on the sixth floor of Curtin House, high above the city’s jugular Swanston Street, we feel it’s our responsibility to highlight what Mexican dining (and drinking) looks like in the eyes of the modern Melburnian. $10 Margaritas 4pm - 6pm daily.

10. Serai Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(596)

Price: Very Expensive

• Filipino • Melbourne CBD

Booked 32 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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Jane
Victoria •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food and even better cocktails. Staff are really friendly and the vibe is great. Def recommend and will be back.
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Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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Ashleigh
Melbourne •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was our second visit to meat maiden and it’s quickly become a favourite. From the amazing service to the delicious food it’s 110% worth the visit.
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MeatmaidenPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Melbourne CBD
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Blair
New South Wales •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful food experience - amazing food and staff are outstanding. Gnocco fitto was a highlight and perfect pasta. We’ll happily come back.
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Trattoria EmiliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.8
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Barb
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A simple lunch with delicious pasta. Good service and moderate noise level. Only issue is no split bills, whole bill is averaged. Otherwise very good
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Maccaroni Trattoria ItalianaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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4.3
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Helen
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Delicious Benton boxes had by all our party of 4. The gyoza were crispy and tasty Great wait staff Quick and efficient service Good beer selection Just a bit poor on acoustics. Background noise was hard to chat over. Otherwise highly recommend
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Chocolate BuddhaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Melbourne CBD
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4.7

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1. Meatmaiden

2. Chocolate Buddha

3. Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana

4. Straight Outta Saigon

5. Cha Ching

6. Trattoria Emilia

7. Il Solito Posto

8. Dodee Paidang Little Collins

9. Mesa Verde

10. Serai Kitchen

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