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1. The Atlantic Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(1568)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Southbank

Booked 21 times today

When you sit down for a meal at The Atlantic, you can expect nothing short of an impeccable culinary experience from beginning to end. As a waterfront seafood restaurant in Southbank, Crown Casino, we offer an indulgent menu of fresh, wild and sustainably-sourced seafood, unique oyster varieties and pristine shellfish. Reeled in from local waters, our team celebrates the full array of seafood that Australia has to offer.Whether you choose to pair your culinary experience with the stylish atmosphere of our elegantly modern dining area, or the laidback ambience of our open-air, riverside terrace, you will soon discover why many customers refer to us as the best seafood restaurant in Melbourne CBD.

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2. Dock 37 Bar and Kitchen

4.0

Excellent(28)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • South Wharf

Booked 1 time today

Taste the best that Australia has to offer with only the finest locally-sourced ingredients used in our kitchens as our commitment to seasonality and homegrown producers. Led by Executive Chef Deepak Mishra, who brings with him over two decades of culinary experience, the dishes created at Dock 37 Bar and Kitchen pay homage to local producers with an innovative menu that brings a world of culinary flavours to Melbourne’s globally renowned dining scene.

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3. Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar

4.0

Excellent(6)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Southbank

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar, a hidden culinary experience in Southbank Melbourne. A wine's flavour is distinctive to the region from which it came, and our bottles haven’t travelled far. Edwin's carefully curated list of wines features the best of local Victorian growers, while our ever-evolving selection of food highlights the freshest seasonal ingredients from local boutique suppliers. Step into Edwin Wine Bar, walk the curiously winding ramp and let us take you on a journey through regional Victoria. Join us to drink and dine and hear the stories of the people behind the produce while enjoying a bespoke, moody atmosphere.

4. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3275)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 108 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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5. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

4.5

Awesome(869)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 56 times today

Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which youwon’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience. We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.

6. Yeonga Korean BBQ

4.9

Exceptional(623)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • North Melbourne

Booked 51 times today

Yeonga uses never been frozen fresh meat boasting highest quality.(However beef brisket and ox tongue are slightly frozen for slicing)Yeonga uses 100% genuine charcoal for extra juiciness of meats. Yeonga can cater any kind of functions with spacious 150 seats and free car park is located in front of restaurant for your convenience.(Any Function is available) In Korean, Yeonga means “Smoke House”. The colored roof in the logo represents the tiles (Giwa) commonly used in the construction of traditional Korean houses.The interior of this restaurant is built on the model of ‘Hanok’ which is the term used to describe houses built using traditional Korean architecture. Korean architecture lends consideration to the positioning of the house in relation to its surroundings, with thought given to the land and seasons. The structure of hanok is used tiled roofs (giwa) that not only enhanced its functional efficiency, but also possessed great artistic value.

7. Il Solito Posto

4.8

Exceptional(1218)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 43 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..

8. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(731)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 67 times today

Nestled within the Domain Road enclave in South Yarra with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens sits Gilson.Gilson’s intimate dining room is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week and caters for large groups and private dining events. Gilson offers an all day menu focusing on Italian cuisine and seasonal flavours. A neighbourhood favourite due to its relaxed setting, friendly staff, fabulous drinks list and dishes such as the ‘avocado bruschetta’ for breakfast, the ‘Seafood Linguine' for lunch or dinner, and a 'tiramisu' for dessert. Wood fired pizza is also available for lunch and dinner cooked in the custom built oven.Gilson's brunch service is available for walk-ins with reservations available from midday.

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9. Waterfront Southgate

4.5

Awesome(1650)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Southbank

Booked 35 times today

Melbourne’s most iconic seafood bar and grill.A true Melbourne experience with expansive views of the Yarra river and mesmerizing city lights.Take in the stunning Melbourne sky line whilst enjoying our finest seafood and oysters expertly sourced directly from some of Australia’s best producers.We are dedicated to the “sea to plate”, with daily visits to the market, selecting the very best oysters, pristine shellfish and the freshest local seafood. Our “paddock to table” philosophy ensures we only source the highest quality of meats, bred from local Victorian farmers.With over 100 years in hospitality, the Zampelis family welcomes you to enjoy a unique dining experience.

10. Chocolate Buddha

4.7

Exceptional(2868)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 74 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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Paul
New South Wales •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great, as always. A couple of hiccups with service, but nothing to be terribly concerned about. Plus, they were on to any mistakes and quickly fixed them.
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The Atlantic RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Southbank
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Jillian
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined on 8 Mar 2025
Waitress was absolutely lovely. Food not very hot and ravioli very firm, quite hard on edges. Everything else beautiful.
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