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Cooks' Cottage, a charming historical landmark in Melbourne, celebrates Australia's culinary heritage and offers a glimpse into the past. Where to Eat Near Cooks' Cottage? The dining scene near Cooks' Cottage is as vibrant and diverse as the city itself. Enjoy a fusion of flavors from modern Australian dishes that highlight local produce, to the aromatic spices found in authentic Thai cuisine. Casual dining options abound, featuring lively Asian venues that create a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for gatherings or intimate meals. Whether you crave comforting noodle soups, creative cocktails, or hearty seafood stews, you will find delectable options to satisfy any palate. Explore the culinary delights that make dining near Cooks' Cottage an unforgettable experience.
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1. Yiaga
4.9
Exceptional(253)
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• Modern Australian • East Melbourne
Located within Melbourne’s historic Fitzroy Gardens on Wurundjeri Country, our restaurant is shaped by place, season, and community.Our ever-evolving menu and beverage program celebrate Australia through its farmers, fishers, growers, makers, artists, and creative collaborators.Set within the heritage gardens, the restaurant is crafted almost entirely from Australian materials, drawing on local traditions of making and craft. We look forward to welcoming you to dine beneath the century-old elm trees of the Gardens.
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2. Sher Singh East Melbourne
4.5
Awesome(49)
€€€€
• Indian • East Melbourne
Booked 8 times today
Our PhilosophySher Singh is more than just a restaurant, it's a celebration of Indian culture and cuisine. we emphasises Indian historical cuisine and provides traditional North Indian delights by deriving influence from ancient Indian cooking methods and spice combination.Our CuisineThe taste and flavours of the north Indian dishes are influenced by the Mughal dynasty that ruled India for three centuries. Food was rich and cooked with aromatic spices, nuts, and dried fruits that time in India's history. Our cuisine preparation is time consuming and intricate, given the numbers of flavourful sauces and butter based curries, almost as if it was designed to make people want more food.Our AtmosphereAt Sher singh, we believe that dining out should be a memorable experience. That's why we have created a warm and inviting atmosphere that celebrates the beauty of Indian culture. From the decor to the music, every element of our restaurant has been carefully curated.
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3. The Cliveden Bar & Dining
4.0
Excellent(4)
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• Modern Australian • East Melbourne
Nestled within Pullman East Melbourne and overlooking the leafy surrounds of Fitzroy Gardens, The Cliveden Bar & Dining invites guests to savour a dining experience that is both contemporary and effortlessly sophisticated. Inspired by Victoria's rich agricultural landscape, our menu celebrates locally sourced produce, thoughtfully crafted and designed to delight the senses and create memorable moments around the table.Complementing the menu is a carefully curated beverage program featuring renowned Australian wines, local craft selections, and expertly crafted cocktails, perfect for every occasion.Whether gathering with colleagues after work, enjoying an intimate dinner, or celebrating life's special moments, The Cliveden offers a relaxed yet refined setting where exceptional food, warm hospitality, and meaningful connections come together. Surrounded by the natural beauty of East Melbourne, it is a welcoming destination for guests and locals alike.
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4. Maison Bâtard
4.3
Awesome(139)
€€€€
• French • Melbourne CBD
Awarded Gourmet Traveller Best New Restaurant, Maison Bâtard is Chris Lucas’s grand French dining house in the heart of Melbourne, spanning multiple levels, blending classic elegance with theatrical energy, from refined dining to late-night indulgence.Restaurant Bâtard on the ground floor and level one presents modern French dining grounded in tradition, featuring seasonal produce, generous sharing dishes and timeless classics executed with precision and flair.La Terrasse offers a more relaxed Parisian experience, perfect for long lunches, aperitif hour or casual gatherings over wine, Champagne and lighter French fare.Descend beneath the restaurant to discover Le Club, our underground cabaret bar, where cocktails, music and atmosphere come together in a glamorous, speakeasy-style setting designed for intimate dining and late night imbibing. Sophisticated and unmistakably European in spirit, Maison Bâtard delivers a glamourous dining experience from lunch through to late night.
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5. Kiss & Tell
4.7
Exceptional(959)
€€€€
• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 56 times today
Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.
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6. Chin Chin Melbourne
4.6
Exceptional(120)
€€€€
• Contemporary Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 130 times today
Since 2011, Chin Chin has helped redefine Australia's dining scene. Recognised by Good Food as one of Melbourne's most iconic restaurants, it remains the city's benchmark for bold South East Asian flavours, inventive cocktails, live DJs and an atmosphere unlike anywhere else.Built for sharing, the menu features legendary favourites including kingfish sashimi, caramelised sticky pork, pad see ew and the famous Massaman curry, alongside seasonal dishes to keep things interesting. Expect punchy flavours, fresh herbs, plenty of spice and a drinks list that's every bit as lively as the dining room.Downstairs, GoGo Bar offers the full Chin Chin dining experience alongside our cocktail bar, live DJs and plush booths, making it the perfect space for larger groups, celebrations or a drink before and after dinner. Upstairs, the private dining rooms cater for everything from intimate gatherings to larger events.
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7. Hochi Mama CBD
4.7
Exceptional(3896)
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• Asian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 101 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.
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8. Disuko
4.5
Awesome(262)
€€€€
• Japanese • Melbourne CBD
Booked 58 times today
DISUKO, cued from Tokyo 1980, split into elements that define the time. Open-air dining, shared izakaya, omakase for occasion, music always.Refound on Melbourne’s city skyline, DISUKO brings those moments forward in a lively and layered setting. Our nomikai, the Terracotta Roof, offers after-hours respite and weekend ease, the izakaya lounge gathers friends over plates made to share, and omakase offers pause for a theatrical food occasion. Each element tied by vinyl selectors, we honour Tokyo’s DISUKO era. A place to reminisce or experience something new in what was Japan's decade of excellent excess — the sake, the ease, the rhythm.
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9. Farmer's Daughters
4.6
Exceptional(560)
€€€€
• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 52 times today
With three levels to explore, our Farmer’s Daughters venue at the prestigious 80 Collins Street precinct takes visitors on a seasonal journey from Melbourne city to the rolling hills, mountains, rivers and beaches of the region. Gippsland is undoubtedly the food bowl of Victoria, and home to artisan farmers, producers, growers and agrarian thought-leaders. Direct sourcing of produce from Gippsland farms for the Restaurant and Deli provides distinctive food provenance. Our Restaurant received One Hat in the prestigious Good Food Guide Awards 2023 and is testament to our passion for delivering an exceptional farm-to-table experience for guests. Farmer’s Daughters heroes and preserves the proud tradition of Gippsland’s farmers and producers and delivers their delicious produce direct to the heart of Melbourne.
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10. Grill Americano
4.3
Awesome(54)
€€€€
• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD
Booked 62 times today
Named Time Out Melbourne Restaurant of the Year and recognised on the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants list, Grill Americano is Melbourne’s most glamorous Italian-inspired steakhouse, led by Executive Chef Vincenzo Ursini. Step inside and you’re immediately immersed in a world of polished energy and theatrical dining, from the iconic 14-metre marble bar to royal blue banquettes, terrazzo floors and a glowing wood-fired kitchen at the heart of the room. Dubbed Melbourne’s sexiest restaurant, Grill Americano blends old-world elegance with unmistakable modern buzz. The menu celebrates exceptional produce treated with restraint and precision: an expansive steak offering cooked over charcoal, handmade pastas, refined cicchetti and the now-viral Tiramisù Americano. Complemented by an award-winning wine list, a classic cocktail menu and an astounding amaro collection, Grill Americano delivers a true timeless dining experience in the centre of Melbourne.

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  • Brendan
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    A phenomenal dining experience. The food was excellent and the service was impeccable. Our waitress was attentive and provided good recommendations from the menu. Overall it was a wonderful evening
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    Maison Bâtard$$$$• French• Melbourne CBD
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    4.3
  • Sharyn
    Tasmania •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The Lobster Sliders and Steamed Barramundi were delicious! Service was excellent, especially with attention to a food allergy. Some really yummy cocktails too!
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    Kiss & Tell$$$$• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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    4.7
  • Pamela
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Derfinately a special occasion dining experience. Food was complex, interesting and well plated. Every dish explained, including the head chef coming to the table to present a few of the dishes. Appreciated the offer to tour the kitchen. Amazing 3 1/2 hour lunch.
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    Yiaga$$$$• Modern Australian• East Melbourne
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    4.9
  • SallyGold
    Melbourne •26 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 26 Sept 2026
    Always a great night out with friends. Such a wonderful decor. Lovely staff. Wide menu to explore. Great food.
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    Sher Singh East Melbourne$$$$• Indian• East Melbourne
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    4.5
  • Luigi
    Victoria •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 15 Aug 2026
    My Wife and I went there for a quick dinner before the football game , and we were pleasantly impressed by the attentive staff, and prompt service , and great food . Highly recommend .
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    The Cliveden Bar & Dining$$$$• Modern Australian• East Melbourne
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