Want to find the best restaurants in Melbourne? We’ve scoured the city’s food scene to find amazing dishes, delicious deals and the hottest pop-ups, plus cute cafés, Michelin-star spots, and food festivals. Oh, and don’t forget the drinks either – we cover cocktail bars, hidden speakeasies, and relaxed taprooms too! You’re sure to find somewhere fabulous with our guide to eating and drinking in Melbourne.
It’s footy season, and the AFL Grand Final is fast approaching. This year, the match will kick off at 2:30pm on Saturday September 28. And if you can’t make it to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) to watch...
A kawaii cafe dedicated to Hello Kitty is coming to Chadstone. This pop-up cafe will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the beloved Sanrio character. On top of the delightful food and drink, there will also be a selectio...
Melbourne’s beloved floating bar and restaurant, Afloat, is coming out of hibernation and evolving into a magical Italian beach club. Back for its ninth year, this seasonal venue has whisked us away to sun-drenche...
In North Melbourne, you’ll find the delectable food hall, EziStreat. Located just a short stroll away from Macaulay Station, this culinary spot features plenty of exciting street food for you to try. And now, ther...
The Mid-Autumn Festival is fast approaching, which means that it’s time to indulge in some seriously delicious mooncake. For the uninitiated, Mid-Autumn Festival, or Mooncake Festival, is the second largest celebr...
Raise a stein and join in on the fun with the Oktoberfest celebrations at Hofbräuhaus. Over six glorious weeks, this beloved venue will feature lively music, bier specials, competitions, games and more. The festivities...
A winery from the Yarra Valley was declared as the best Winery of the Year at the 2025 Halliday Wine Companion Awards. This award ceremony celebrates the best wines, winemakers, viticulturists and wineries from around A...
Pinot Palooza is coming back to the east coast this spring. Look forward to a wine-derful line-up of up to 100 local wineries, including a new precinct that showcases the best drops from New Zealand. Sip your way throug...
The wonderful Cannoleria has opened a flagship store in Carlton. Treat yourself to some tasty cannoli, along with a cup of coffee, at this new venue on Lygon Street. In a first for the company, this intimate spot also h...
After years of anticipation, the phenomenal food hall, il Mercato Centrale, will officially open its first Australian location in Melbourne this spring. This will also be the first il Mercato Centrale outside of its hom...