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- Melbourne
More than momos: Trek down to this CBD basement for a taste of the Himalayas
The exemplary dumplings are not a wrong move, just make sure you’re trying other dishes, too.
- Dani Valent
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- South Melbourne
Rediscover an endangered brand of old-school fine dining at this polished newcomer
Searching for somewhere quiet, spacious and with excellent food? New arrival Lucia ticks all the boxes.
- Besha Rodell
No latte art, no espresso machine: This Surrey Hills cafe brews beans the old-fashioned way
At his new venture, The Stovetop Sessions, hospitality veteran Paul Mathis is inviting customers to slow down and smell the coffee.
- Dani Valent
The classic cocktail Melburnians can’t get enough of right now – and where to find the best ones
You can order them frozen, dusty and with a deli cabinet’s worth of garnishes. But don’t mess with the fundamentals, say bartenders.
- Emma Breheny
Flavours of Syria brings its warm Middle Eastern vibes (and baklava) to Camberwell
At its second cafe, you’ll find the saffron-scented chicken soup that charmed St Kilda, plus Arabic coffee and house-made baklava.
- Dani Valent and Tomas Telegramma
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- Malvern
If you like Korean barbecue, head to Wang Wang for something a bit different
This Chinese barbecue restaurant showcases the food of the north-eastern Qiqihar region.
- Dani Valent
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- Just open
Meet Mr Vincenzo’s, the Mornington wine-diner that’s literally risen from the ashes
After fire destroyed chef Matti Fallon’s debut restaurant, community support helped him build another.
- Tomas Telegramma
Move over minimalism, these three new bars are colourful, fun and original
One spot is a nostalgic experience for children of the ’70s. Another turns American takeaway dishes into killer bar snacks. None follows the rules.
- Emma Breheny
- Review
- St Kilda
Birthdays, parties, anything: This beloved bayside restaurant is the definition of dependable
Dismiss Donovans as outdated at your peril. The classic food and charming service make it ideal for young and old.
- Besha Rodell
- Review
- Carnegie
This suburban cafe is serving meatball subs and tiramisu with a tantalising twist
BKK Laboratory’s creative Thai-inspired brunch menu goes way beyond curries and noodles.
- Dani Valent
New snack series is a fun and tasty way to try six of Melbourne’s top restaurants for less
Hatted restaurants Serai, Prince Dining Room and Sunda are among the line-up using an underrated type of chicken to create limited edition dishes from just $7.
- Bianca Hrovat
