Best Dining Spots in Melbourne: Where to Eat Right Now
Melbourne’s dining scene is a vibrant mix of culinary creativity, bold flavours, and unique experiences. Whether you’re after French finesse, plant-based brilliance, or a cosy hidden gem, these are some of the best spots to check out right now.
Maison Bâtard – Maison Bâtard (@maison_batard) • Instagram photos and videos
After eight years in the making, Maison Bâtard spans four levels with a rooftop terrace and basement supper club. The opulent menu features seafood towers, caviar-topped omelettes, and classic brasserie dishes like 12-hour brined rotisserie chicken.
Marmelo – Marmelo (@marmelorestaurant) • Instagram photos and videos
Bringing coastal Portugal and Spain to Melbourne, Marmelo’s wood-fired dishes like salted Murray cod croquettes and Robbins Island wagyu are complemented by a vibrant dining room adorned with hand-painted tiles and original artworks.
Marmont – Marmont (@marmontbar) • Instagram photos and videos
Blending Californian vibes with waterfront views, Marmont at Crown Melbourne offers a relaxed atmosphere and a seafood menu with Latin American influences, including scallop tostadas and buttermilk fried chicken, plus a dynamic music program.
Taverna – Taverna Brunswick East | Athenian-Inspired Greek Cuisine
Inspired by Athens, Taverna in Brunswick East offers simple, whole-food Greek dishes like slow-cooked lamb shoulder and smoky eggplant puree, with desserts like Cretan-style custard pie and a sundae with mastic ice cream.
Supernormal – Supernormal (@supernormal_180) • Instagram photos and videos
A sleek Japanese-inspired restaurant, Supernormal blends Chinese, Korean, and Japanese flavours, offering Szechuan-peppered brisket, dumplings, and lobster rolls, all set in a vibrant atmosphere with neon accents and an open kitchen.
Lona Misa – Lona Misa (@_lonamisa_) • Instagram photos and videos
Lona Misa in South Yarra serves a plant-based menu inspired by Latin flavors, with inventive dishes celebrating sustainability and seasonality in a lively, modern setting curated by chefs Shannon Martinez and Pamella Tomio.
Tombo Den – Tombo Den (@tombo_den) • Instagram photos and videos
Transporting you to 1990s Tokyo, Tombo Den offers market-fresh sushi, small plates like duck hambagu, and hibachi grill dishes, paired with an immersive atmosphere, a cocktail lounge, and a karaoke space to complement the dining experience.