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Health + Wellness

Grab A Prosecco Tin, Soak And Unwind At This Bougie Gold Coast Spa Coming To Melbourne

Sip on prosecco and unwind as this bougie spa institution hailing from the Gold Coast opens its first Melbourne franchise.

News

Adore Beauty’s Second IRL Store Lands In Melbourne With Luxe Skin Treatments

Beauty fans west of Melbourne are in for a treat and a Tim Tam. Adore Beauty is opening its second Melbourne store, and it's everything you love about the online store, with so much more.

What's On

Unmissable Things To Eat, Drink And Do At The Melbourne F1 This Year

This year is a real biggie for Formula One. Melbourne has returned as the coveted season opener, host to the world’s first look at seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton debuting his new Ferrari red get up while Spain-born Carlos Sainz embraces a fresh Williams blue. And arguably one of the best parts of the AusGP weekend—the end of race track walk—is also back on the cards. Winning.

Bakeries & Delis

Little Sister Bakery

We don’t want to be dramatic but if we could only live off one food group for the rest of our lives, it would be carbs from Little Sister Bakery.

Food & Drink

Woolstore

Nestled in the heart of Geelong's Newtown, Woolstore offers a unique and inviting dining experience within a century-old woolstore building. This exciting venue brings together the talents of the team behind the Federal Mills precinct and the culinary brilliance of award-winning head chef Eli Grubb.

Cafes

Agathé Pâtisserie Petite

The city's smallest bakery (well, distributor of baked goods at least) Agathé Pâtisserie Petite has grown into a bigger space, but still in Royal Arcade.

Cafes

Osoi

In a “love letter” to the two places that Duy and Shy cherish most, the quaint Japanese cafe Osoi, is a celebration of Melbourne’s specialty coffee scene and Japan’s rich tea culture.

News

Is Totti’s Coming To Melbourne? Merivale Makes On Massive CBD Site

Move over, Sydney—Melbourne’s about to get a dose of the Merivale magic and we've got our fingers and toes crossed for a certain famous woodfired bread.

Fam

This Adult-Focused Playcentre Is Serving Up Icy Beers & Epic Slides

Ever been at the kids’ play centre and thought, ‘I wish there was a little more here for me?’ Well, you’re not the only one. Hoopla has opened as Australia’s first ‘parent’ focused kids indoor play centre and family outing spot (read: there’s a grown-ups menu). 

Local Escapes

This Hatted Fine Diner In The Shadow Of Gariwerd Needs To Be On Your Bucket List

This destination diner in the Southern Grampians is the very essence of local, Victorian dining. And it doesn't hurt that the surrounds are stunning.

Bakeries & Delis

Melbourne Arancini

For an authentic taste of Italy—the kind Nonna would be proud of—make tracks to Melbourne Arancini.

Food & Drink

Gracie’s Wine Room

This South Yarra wine bar built a cult following before its first pour, and we'd say the highly anticipated wait has been worth it. 

Restaurants

Bang Bang St Kilda

Bang Bang is a certified banger. The bustling hawker-style Pan Asian restaurant is bold, fun, and not pretentious in any sense of the world. The crew have done such a good job with their vibrant dishes that they've gone and done it again, opening a third location. 

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Suupaa

Suupaa is where convenience meets culinary creativity—think Japanese konbini vibes with a Melbourne twist. The latest venture from the visionaries behind Future Future, this quirky little spot is redefining the “grab-and-go” experience.

What's On

There’s A Silver Lining To Epic Interactive Audio Visual Experience THE LUME Closing

Hint, it involves free entry, and we're here for that to send them off.

Travel

Check Off Your Travel Bucket List With These Limited-Time Deals

If you're not sure where to travel to, but you know you want sun, surf, and plenty of relaxation, we have a few suggestions to make that decision-making process much easier.

Features

4 Hosting Trends On The Rise In 2025, According To An Expert

Staying in is having a serious moment, and dinner parties are getting a glow-up this year. 

Food

Miss Amelie’s Gourmet Pies

Get 'em while they’re hot! Miss Amelie Gourmet Pies has expanded its Melbourne presence with a new location at the historic Queen Victoria Market, offering pie lovers a taste of their award-winning creations.

Food & Drink

Mill Place Merchants

Finally, somewhere that serves a Dirty Martini as it should be—on a silver platter. This speakeasy bar will transport you back into another century, the hardest part is just finding it. 

Restaurants

Barragunda Dining

This farm to table restaurant set in the rugged, wild beauty of Cape Schanck on the Mornington Peninsula is bringing a whole new dimension to destination dining.

Food & Drink

Saul’s Sandwiches | Elsternwick

We said it once but we’ll say it again—we’re not sure when Saul’s will stop opening new stores, but we’re absolutely not complaining if we saw that iconic logo on a corner of every Melbourne suburb.

Features

How To Make 2025 Your Most Calm And Centred Year Yet

Your guide to finding more soul-nourishing moments in 2025.

Restaurants

The Best Italian Restaurants In Melbourne For 2025

Ahhh, Italian. The language of love. It’s got to be the most popular kind of restaurant for everything—romantic dates, milestone anniversaries, casual catch-ups, or belt-loosening feasts that leave you in a carb-induced bliss. We’ve rounded up the best Italian restaurants in Melbourne to satisfy your cravings.

Food & Drink

The Feed | All The Melbourne Food News You Need To Know

The food news has been coming in thick and fast in Melbourne, and to make sure that you're across Melbourne's food and bev movements, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know in a handful of digestible servings.

Bakeries & Delis

Baker Bleu

Is Baker Bleu the return of the neighbourhood bakery? With their third location in Cremorne, we might just be feeling that little bit extra European here in Melbourne.

Cafes

Brewsmith

Blink and you'll miss it on Smith Street. Brewsmith is Fitzroy’s latest gem, proving that great things truly come in small packages.

Food & Drink

Marmont

This new everything venue on the Crown River Walk is the perfect spot for just that: everything. Marmont, heavily inspired by Los Angeles in both decor and menu is a little slice of SoCal on Southbank.

Restaurants

Kolkata Cricket Club

The latest venue by Toddy Shop’s Mischa Tropp is modelled after old school Bengali cricket clubs and members bars in India and is serving up up astutely spiced curries and a moody atmosphere that’s perfect for everything from dates to catch-ups or family feasts.

Travel

Feel The Spirit Of Manaakitanga—Your Guide To Uncovering Auckland’s Cultural Treasures

For those on the hunt for a cultural experience rich with all things history, people, stories, and nature, Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) should be top of the list. 

Things To Do

These Luxe Retreats Are Some of Australia’s Best—And They Just Dropped an Epic Sale

From rainforests to art deco terrace homes, treat yourself to a retreat among picturesque surroundings this Easter. 

Fam

Why A Disney Cruise Should Be At The Top Of Your Bucket List

Your go-to guide for maximising your time on-board.

Food & Drink

Miss Gunn’s

Beneath Flinders Street Station you’ll find this mysterious yet timeless basement bar oozing with old world charm.

Restaurants

Mr L’s

This little New York-coded diner on Toorak Road giving big Great Gatsby vibes is the spot for a cheeky mid-week meal out or a terrace cocktail.

Restaurants

Ishizuka

Melbourne’s finest Japanese diner, Ishizuka is an intimate spectacle, serving up elaborate, thoughtful and tantalising banquets, tucked away on a basement level down a lane off Bourke Street.

Food & Drink

Plern

Whip out your notes app, because you’ll want to try the slurp-worthy noodles and mouth-watering curries at your new go-to Thai-slinging eating house, Plern.

Food & Drink

Wine Bars And Free Exhibitions: These Are The Best Places to Date Right Now

Whether you’re planning a first date, an anniversary, or a sweet surprise for your special someone, organising a date that makes them swoon (and scores you some serious brownie points) is always a win.

Restaurants

2025 Hit List: The Best Restaurants In Melbourne CBD

The heart of Melbourne, the CBD. We've got heaps of good restaurants here in Melbourne and Victoria as a whole. Whether you're looking for Flinders Lane restaurants or you're just looking to tuck into some affordable fare, we've nailed down the best.

Fam

6 Hacks Every Toddler Parent Needs To Know, According To A Midwife

We asked mum and midwife Lauren Brenton for the hacks every toddler parent needs to know. 

Cafes

Milkbar

True to its name, Milkbar is serving up your favourite café classics but reimagined: think old-school Aussie milk bar with a touch of Melbourne flair. The option to add a side of yellowfin tuna tartar to your morning eggs on toast, if you will.

Food & Drink

Secondipity Roasters

Mont Blanc lovers, prepare to bookmark this one for your next coffee date. Nestled amongst the Collingwood warehouse offices is Secondipity Roasters, a Korean-style micro roastery and bakery.

Restaurants

Katsuhon

Crumbed and deep-fried. Need we say more? Tucked away downstairs off Queen Street is Katsuhon is serving up six different kinds of mouthwatering and traditional Japanese katsu.

Food Trucks

Pizza Luna

Trading the desk for the dough, the Mornington Peninsula local and ex-Urban List ed turned pizza devotee Simon Cassar, has parked his pop-up venture, Pizza Luna, at Quealy Winemakers for a summer residency takeover.

Things To Do

9 Hidden Gems In Singapore To Visit In 2025, According To A Seasoned Traveller

Singapore has so much to offer that even a short stopover becomes its own holiday. Uncover the hidden gems of this incredible country—you might just find that you want to stay longer. 

Things To Do

The Ultimate Guide To The Best Things To Do In Singapore

From the usual suspects like Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore to more unusual offerings like Haw Par Villa and Changi Jurassic Mile, here are the best things to do in Singapore.

Things To Do

10 Awesome Things To Do In Melbourne This Weekend

Melbourne’s turning it on this weekend with more events than you can poke a stick at, we're telling ya, this endless summer is going to end sometime soon. But good thing there's heaps of killer eats, events and fun stuff on. 

Restaurants

Mr Charlie’s

Mr Charlie's is a tongue-in-cheek homage to the world’s most famous burger chain but with a completely plant-based menu.

Food & Drink

Juni

Fire and spice and all things nice are the name of the game at Juni, the moody, neon clad pan-Asian diner on Exhibition Street.

Restaurants

Soi 38

Rising to institution status after garnering attention for its unorthodox location in a parking garage, Soi 38 has moved to yet another inconspicuous spot—but now accommodating five times the capacity of its former 60-seat venue.

Food & Drink

Astoria Bar Ke Grill

What's there not to like about Greek food? Especially when it's as good as it gets at Astoria Bar Ke Grill. 

Restaurants

What’s On This Easter Long Weekend In Melbourne For 2025

The long weekend is just around the corner so it’s time to start planning your social movements for the mini-break. Whether you celebrate Easter or not, we can all agree it’s pretty nice to have a four-day weekend to catch up with friends and family while letting someone else do all the cooking and cleaning—surcharges are totally worth it. Here’s your list of what’s open over the Easter weekend in Melbourne. 

Fam

The Suburban List: Your One-Stop Guide To Buying Your First Home

So you’re ready to take the leap and buy your first home? Here’s how to find the right place to fit your lifestyle, your future, and your community.

Travel

Euro-Bound In 2025? Upgrade Your Layover To A Stayover With These Epic Singapore Deals

We’ve found a stack of elite Singapore stayover deals to kick-start your 2025. 

Restaurants

Red Spice Road

Iconic CBD restaurant Red Spice Road has new digs, but you'll be happy to know it's just a short stroll from their former location.

Food & Drink

BAM Street Food

Lacey-edged smash burgers, loaded subs and tacos, is there anything we don't want to eat at BAM Street Food, who have moved from their food truck into a bricks and mortar home in Altona.

Health + Wellness

About Time

Get ready to get your steam on Torquay, About Time, the Surf Coast’s first full service day spa with hot pools is set to open Boxing Day. 

Food & Drink

Moon Dog Beach Club

Get that party shirt out and your drinking thongs on, Moon Dog’s fifth monster concept venue in Frankston serving up tropical cocktails and craft brews for days

Features

Genius Concoctions Are The Norm At Collingwood’s Newest Rooftop Bar: Slowpoke

You've probably heard of it. It's Collingwood's hottest new rooftop with almost 360-degree views of the city, mixing a touch of glamour, a little bit of edge and most importantly, some bangin' cocktails.

Things To Do

10 Wellness Spots Around Melbourne To Help You Thrive In ‘25

In 2025, we're ditching the routine overhaul and making small, more realistic changes that stack up to a better year.

Cafes

Melbourne’s Best Cafes That Are Dialled In

On the hunt for the best cafe in Melbourne? It's a tough one, simply due to the sheer volume of options. The standard the city has set has been replicated all over the world, and it's no surprise as the quality of our coffee is world-class and our brunch is unbeatable.

Food & Drink

A1 Bakery

This Melbourne-staple has truly stood the test of time and when a new generation of the family took over, expanded into a very hip (and much more relaxed) Fitzroy outpost, and then headed over west to Highpoint.

Food & Drink

Mid Air

Yes, it is in Mid-Air. This open-air architecturally designed rooftop is a stunning addition to Melbourne's skyline and your must-do list.

Food & Drink

Royale

Who else would dare serve up a Royale with Cheese inspired by Quentin Tarantino’s 1994 masterpiece Pulp Fiction? Naturally, it’s Brighton’s own burger institution, Royale.

Things To Do

Flight Club

Darts are back, baby.  If you’re anything like us and have been craving something to do while consuming a tasty beverage, Flight Club’s social darts and cocktails situation is exactly what the doctor ordered.

Best Of

The Best Restaurants On Flinders Lane: A Guide To Melbourne’s Grungiest Food Destination

Flinders Lane is the beating heart of Melbourne’s dining scene, a laneway where culinary magic happens. This is undoubtedly one of Melbourne’s foodie hotspots. From hole-in-the-wall gems to high-end hotspots, this iconic strip is a dining paradise. 

Local Escapes

24 Of The Best Hotels In Singapore Worth Booking In 2025

From luxury hotels to pocket-friendly prices, Urban List has rounded up the best hotels in Singapore in 2025.

Things To Do

8 Must-Do Experiences When You’re At Changi Airport In Singapore

Whether you have a couple of hours airside transiting to your next destination or you’re lucky enough to make a day of it in Jewel, we’ve sorted your next layover at Changi Airport in Singapore.

Food & Drink

Amatrice Rooftop

Sitting pretty atop a Cremorne tenth floor is none other than Amatrice, a swish Italian joint that’s changing the rooftop bar game.

Restaurants

La Cabra Mordialloc

Self-proclaimed G.O.A.T of Mexican restaurants, La Cabra are set to take their chill vibe and tangy flavours to Melbourne’s Bayside, heading for Main Street in Mordialloc.

Food & Drink

Cheri

Cheri, the latest everything venue by the Darling Group (that’s the Top Paddock and Higher Ground crew, for the uninitiated) in South Melbourne and it bumps.

Travel

Melbourne Place

The latest offering to Melbourne’s hotel scene, the elegant Melbourne Place is a must-do eat, stay, play situation like the city hasn't seen before, complete with the most aesthetic rooftop bar.