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Best Contemporary European Restaurants in Southbank

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4.7
Exceptional(1492)
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• Contemporary European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 40 times today
Great service and food was great. Waiters were fantastic and where at the table when they needed to be
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4.1
Excellent(57)
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• Contemporary European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 1 time today
Great staff, a very nice feel to the place and the food was good value. My guests all thought it was a great place to eat and meet.
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4.7
Exceptional(228)
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• Contemporary European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 14 times today
Truly outstanding restaurant all round. We came for steak night and definitely want to come back after having such a positive experience.
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3.9
Excellent(245)
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• Contemporary European • Melbourne CBD
Booked 8 times today
Friendly and helpful staff from start to finish. We weren't rushed whilst we wined and dined on delish food. Midweek lunch with the girls was enjoyed immensely.
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4.1
Excellent(33)
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• Contemporary European • Southbank
Booked 4 times today
Had a fabulous meal at Coupette - definitely worth hunting this place down for the excellent food and service.
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4.5
Awesome(304)
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• Contemporary European • Fitzroy
Booked 9 times today
The team at FTHH are always fabulous and always look after us so well. Meals are always next level. Thanks for welcoming us and making my partners birthday special.
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4.3
Awesome(14)
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• Contemporary European • Southbank
Booked 1 time today
We visited this restaurant to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday, and we had such a lovely experience. The staff were incredibly thoughtful and kindly asked us what kind of dessert we would like to celebrate the occasion, which was a really nice personal touch. The food and wine were both excellent, and the atmosphere was warm and enjoyable. The attentive service made the evening feel extra special. Definitely a great place for a birthday celebration or a nice dinner out. Highly recommended!
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4.0
Excellent(1)
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• Contemporary European • Carlton
BAR ITALIAThe table everyone will want at The Italian Festa.Meet Bar Italia — presented by Loro. The only seated restaurant and bar at Italian Festa, bringing together a special menu created with the incredible team at SuperNorma Carlton, signature cocktails from Loro and a true taste of Italian hospitality.Think tableside gelato, Italian favourites, Spritzes, freshly made Amante Granitas and Loro signatures including the iconic Panettone Cocktail and Tiramisu Espresso Martini.Dine at the restaurant, relax at the bar, or explore the Loro Pop-Up & Cocktail Bar, featuring the Lavazza Coffee Bar and Fabbri Gelato.Come for lunch, stay for aperitivo, and experience a little taste of Italy without leaving the Festa.Limited restaurant seats available daily. Two days only — book your table early.
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5.0
Exceptional(8)
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• Contemporary European • North Melbourne
Booked 1 time today
Incredible experience eating the freshest seafood. Great wine list and very friendly staff.
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3.5
Very Good(12)
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• Contemporary European • Windsor
We had the $22 steak dinner. Steak was cooked perfectly, chips were to die for. Excellent

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  • Leigh
    Victoria •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This little restaurant bats well above, great food and service ! It’s always on the list of places to eat.
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    The European$$$$• European• Melbourne CBD
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    4.7
  • Joshua
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Truly outstanding restaurant all round. We came for steak night and definitely want to come back after having such a positive experience.
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    Dessous$$$$• Cocktail Bar• Melbourne CBD
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    4.7
  • Peter
    Sydney •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 26 Oct 2026
    Great staff, a very nice feel to the place and the food was good value. My guests all thought it was a great place to eat and meet.
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    Ms Ava$$$$• Modern European• Melbourne CBD
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    4.1
  • Wilson
    Gold Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 3 Oct 2026
    We visited this restaurant to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday, and we had such a lovely experience. The staff were incredibly thoughtful and kindly asked us what kind of dessert we would like to celebrate the occasion, which was a really nice personal touch. The food and wine were both excellent, and the atmosphere was warm and enjoyable. The attentive service made the evening feel extra special. Definitely a great place for a birthday celebration or a nice dinner out. Highly recommended!
    More info
    Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar$$$$• Wine Bar• Southbank
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    4.3
  • OpenTable Diner
    Brisbane •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 1 Sept 2026
    Had a fabulous meal at Coupette - definitely worth hunting this place down for the excellent food and service.
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    Coupette$$$$• Australian• Southbank
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    4.1
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