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Monk Bodhi Dharma
Best Vegan Cafes

Balaclava

Hidden down an alley way, Monk Bodhi Dharma can be a little hard to find, though it is well worth the hunt. The cosy nook is a bake house-turned-cafe, serving up specialty coffee and vegan/vegetarian ...

The Alley
Top Vegan Cafes

South Yarra

Located on St Kilda Rd, The Alley is a vegan paradise. With the option to 'grab and go' or dine-in, the chic cafe has everything, from burgers and pasta to sundaes and vegan birthday cakes. The decor ...

Sister of Soul
Best Vegetarian Restaurants

Saint Kilda

A stones throw away from Luna Park and St Kilda Beach, Sister of Soul is one of Melbourne's best vegetarian/vegan restaurants. The atmosphere is vibrant, the staff friendly and the menu packed with ta...

Urban Projuice
Whole Food Cafes

Albert Park

Nestled away in an adorable Albert Park terrace house is Urban Projuice, a whole foods cafe with a passion for health and wellbeing. With a plant-based menu, cooking classes and free meditation sessio...

Soul Press
Best Health Cafes

Edithvale

Located in Edithvale, Soul Press in is all about vibrant colours and beachy, Bali vibes. The menu is packed with deliciously healthy options, from 'Sushi Burritos', to fruity Acai bowls and decadent v...

Auction Rooms Cafe
Iconic Cafes

North Melbourne

One of North Melbourne’s most iconic restaurants, Auction Rooms Café serves up specialty coffee and inventive breakfast dishes in a rustic-chic vintage building. Under high-ceilings and refreshing ...

Campos
Melbourne’s Best Coffee

Carlton

Looking for a new spot for the morning coffee run? Enter, Campos. If coffee is the key to your morning, then Campos will do the trick. With beans undergoing a seriously complex process of roasting, cu...

Stovetop
Top Brunch Cafes

Carlton

Located in Carlton, this sleek café serves up a little bit of love, and a whole lot of passion, in every dish. (Picture a perfectly poached egg, spreading the glimmer of yolk all over your eggs benny...

Naughty Boy Cafe
Best Brunch Cafes

Carlton

Past the hustle and bustle of Lygon Street, at the crossover between Carlton North and Princes Hill, sits this brilliant little gem. In a spacious, industrial setting, Naughty Boy provides a trendy y...

Mr Tulk
Best Outdoor Cafes

Melbourne CBD

Located among the studious surrounds of Victoria’s State Library, Mr Tulk is a homey, motivating café for eating and studying alike. On top of its simple and reliable breakfast and lunch menu, Mr T...

Rudimentary
Contemporary Cafes

Footscray

Rudimentary is an open, light-filled cafe that has made its home in a Footscray shipping container. The space overlooks a beautiful garden, and offers an inventive brunch menu with high-quality food a...

Industry Beans
Best Brunch Cafes

Fitzroy

Located in the heart of Fitzroy on iconic Rose Street, former warehouse-turned cafe, Industry Beans is a must-see coffee and brunch destination. Working under the concept of ‘Brunch, Reimagined’, ...

Rock Sugar
Modern Thai Restaurants

South Yarra

Rock Sugar in South Yarra brings spice to Hawksburn Village. Indulge in modern twists on traditional Thai favourites and an exciting selection of 'Rocktails'. The atmosphere is fun and laid back, with...

Hot Star Chicken
Best Take-Away Restaurants

Melbourne

Home to the famous over-sized fried chicken, Hot Star Melbourne is a popular destination for protein-loving foodies. The extra-large meal is Shih Lin Night Market, Taipei’s most famous street snack...

Noisette
Best French Cafes

Port Melbourne

Port Melbourne bakery and cafe, Noisette features modern French baked goods and pastries. Offering a full array of savoury items, breads, cakes, handmade chocolates and coffee, this decadent bakery le...

Candied Bakery
Best Australian Cafes

Spotswood

For that sweet and/or savoury fix, Spotswood-based cafe, Candied Bakery has it all. The Australian bakery uses American and European influences to present their large range of breads and cakes; croiss...

Rick’s Place
Best Italian Restaurants

Kensington

Rick's Place is located in the heart of Kensington. Situated on Macaulay Road, the Italian restaurant is a warm and approachable dining space with a large variety of food and drink options. Traditiona...

Old School Pizza
Top Pizza Restaurants

Brunswick West

Brunswick West is home to Old School Pizza; this traditional eatery makes everything from scratch, including the dough and their 100% curd mozzarella cheese is shredded daily. Top quality ingredients,...

D’Lish Fish
Best Seafood Restaurants

Port Melbourne

Located at the end of Station Pier in Port Melbourne, D’Lish Fish is arguably one of the city’s best fish and chips venues. Serving fish and chips, burgers and souvlaki, this little shop offers a ...

Taxi Kitchen
Best Rooftop Restaurants

Melbourne CBD

Taxi Kitchen is a CBD favourite, located above the Transport Hotel in Federation Square. It boasts breath-taking views of the city skyline, Yarra River and Arts Precinct. The creative menu designed b...

Attica
Top Fine Dining Restaurants

Elsternwick

Attica in Elsternwick is Melbourne's claim to fame, having been included in The World's 50 Best Restaurants for the last 7 years. Owner and chef Ben Shrewery serves up innovative and exciting dishes w...

South of Johnston
Best Contemporary Cafes

Collingwood

South of Johnston is one of Collingwood's most popular cafe's and it's easy to see why. Edgy decor, top notch coffee and a warm atmosphere. The menu has great variety, featuring brunch classics with a...

Nyala African Restaurant
Best Ethiopian Restaurant

Fitzroy

Nyala African Restaurant holds a beloved position in central Fitzroy with over 16 years in business. Specialising in Ethiopian cuisine, Nyala offers a broad menu and wholesome experience; with dishes ...

Falafel Omisi
Middle Eastern Restaurants

Caulfield

A secret family recipe originating in Yemen lies at the heart of this falafel restaurant. Located in Caulfield, Falafel Omisi offers an array of vegetarian and kosher menu options with a focus on trad...

Moroccan Soup Bar
Best Vegetarian Restaurants

Fitzroy North

Moroccan Soup Bar is a casual vegetarian restaurant, inspiring tastes of authentic North African cuisine to bring you a true taste of the culture. With generous servings and a unique spoken menu, the ...

Borsch, Vodka and Tears
Eastern European Eateries

Windsor

A cafe, restaurant and bar, this Polish triple threat is a bohemian haven specialising in Eastern European food and drinks. Located at the colourful end of Chapel Street, Borsch, Vodka and Tears is a ...

Le Cinque Terre
Top Mediterranean Restaurants

Brighton

A quaint place on Bay Street Brighton with wooden tables and an open kitchen, Le Cinque Terre combines the Italian and Spanish cuisine to bring us traditional tapas and mains for every occasion. Quite...

The Resistance Bar & Cafe
Best Burger Bars

Hawthorn

Known widely as one of Melbourne’s best burger joints, The Resistance Bar hides in one of Hawthorn’s little laneways and offers more than just a world class burger. This venue specialises in beers...

Mamasita
Best Mexican Restaurants

Melbourne

Hiding from the hustle and bustle of Collins Street, Mamasita presents an innovative and contemporary version of traditional Mexican food. Perched over a 7/11 and up a dodgy little stairwell sits this...

Mr Miyagi
Best Japanese Restaurants

Windsor

Sitting on the Windsor end of Chapel Street is one of Melbourne’s most innovative additions to the food scene, Mr. Miyagi – a casual but fancy Japanese restaurant, serving up traditional dishes wi...

HuTong
Top Dumpling Restaurants

Prahran

One of Melbourne's most famous lane-way dumpling houses, HuTong is certainly a staple of every Melbournians diet. Re-creating the moody ambience of a traditional, Chinese dumpling house while offering...

Din Tai Fung
Melbourne’s Best Dumplings

Melbourne, CBD

Perfecting the art of the dumpling, Din Tai Fung pride themselves on using traditional dumpling recipes with extreme precision. Each dumpling is hand-made in the open kitchen area to precisely 4.8 and...

Kaprica
Best Italian Restaurants

Carlton

A sweet escape from the hustle and bustle of Carlton, Kaprica presents a lively yet snug pizzeria with a menu full of wonderfully home-made options. Its quaint and rugged facade gives Lincoln Square a...

Woodfire Pizzeria e Cucina
Best Italian Restaurants

Ivanhoe

As a buzzing, gourmet Italian restaurant, Woodfire Pizzeria & Cucina has been part of Ivanhoe's dining and lifestyle culture since 1999. While having expanded magnificently since then, Wood-fire m...

Assaggi Italiani
Top Italian Restaurants

Malvern

Authentically Italian both on the menu and within the restaurant, Assaggi Italiani has reached the stage of fourth generation pizza-making. Located on Glenferrie Rd in Malvern, freshly baked pizza dou...

Milk The Cow
Best Wine & Cheese Bars

St Kilda

The perfect way to spend an afternoon. Milk the Cow is an upscale fromagerie, boasting over 180 different local and imported cheeses, specialty wines and four-metre long cheese counter. Located in two...

Il Birrificio
Best Italian Restaurants

Camberwell

Il Birrificio, literally translating to ‘The Brewery’, is one of Melbourne’s best local Italian gems. Disguised among the shop strips of Toorak Rd, this restaurant is dedicated to providing the ...

Son of a Pizzaiolo
Best Italian Restaurants

Thornbury

Literally translating to 'Son of a Pizza-maker', SOP builds on foundations cemented through years of perfecting the art of pizza and Italian cuisine. Its name is a metaphor simply meaning "we took wha...

St LuJa
Smoke Fusion Restaurants

St Kilda

St. LuJa is one of St Kilda's finest cocktail bars. Serving a classy range of expertly crafted cocktails, whisky, & food. The ambiance is as rich as the cocktails, transporting you into a home awa...

Grey & Bliss
Best Cafes

Port Melbourne

Grey & Bliss located in Port Melbourne, on Bay Street has become a favourite amongst locals, serving up breakfast dishes including avocado smash, potato and leek croquettes, as well as blueberry a...

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