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The Best Restaurants In Melbourne In 2025
Our editor reckons these 20 spots from casual to fine dining are the best restaurants in Melbourne as of June, 2025. How many have you been to?
The 25 Best Italian Restaurants In Melbourne, Updated 2025
Searching for the best Italian restaurants in Melbourne? From hidden trattorias to fine dining, here are Melbourne’s top 25 Italian spots for pasta, pizza and more in 2025.
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.
The Best Burgers In Melbourne (2025 Edition)
There was a time when the best burgers in Melbourne came from your local fish and chip place, usually with a slice of beetroot and a couple of extra dim sims. Actually, now we think about it, those are still pretty bloody good, but we've pulled together our top picks so you can eat easy.
These Are The Best Spots For Matcha In Melbourne
Matcha, what's not to like? It's the drink of the year and if you've been to Japan and you're chasing those memories from the trip, or want to live vicariously, we've got the 10 best spots in Melbourne for you to check out.
The Best Steak In Melbourne For 2025
Forget diamonds—Melbourne’s real luxury is a perfectly cooked steak. Whether you’re after a melt-in-your-mouth wagyu, a charred, smoky ribeye, or an old-school pub porterhouse with all the trimmings, this city delivers.
22 Romantic Getaways In Victoria That Are Swoonworthy
Planning the perfect romantic escape can be tough when life is hectic. So Urban List has done the hard work for you, searching high and low to bring you 22 of the best romantic getaways in Victoria.
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RISING 2025: Melbourne’s Winter Festival Is Back With A Bang–Here’s What’s On
From mind-bending installations to boundary-pushing performances, here’s your guide to the standout events you won’t want to miss.
Coming Soon: Soak & Unwind At This Bougie Gold Coast Spa Coming To Melbourne
Get ready to relax and unwind as this bougie spa institution, originally hailing from the Gold Coast, swings open its steamy doors to its first Melbourne outpost in South Yarra.
Melbourne’s Biggest Wellness Hub Just Dropped—It’s Got A Bathhouse, Co-Working & 200 Weekly Classes
The Commons is rewriting the work-life balance playbook with a luxe Richmond wellness hub repping 200+ weekly classes and a next-level bathhouse—complete with magnesium pools, ice plunges, and even a wellness concierge.
Molli
With a new chef at the helm and girl dinners to boot, Molli is back baby. The funky diner, heavy on the smoky grill and local produce has flipped their own script after feedback from locals that it wasn’t quite what they were after.
La Tortillería
Step into the heart of warm Mexican food culture at La Tortillería, a traditional yet casual eatery where soulful, bona fide flavours take centre stage. From hand-pressed tortillas to housemade salsas, every dish is a humble homage to Mexico’s rich culinary heritage.
Breadcetera
From the team behind beloved suburban gems Riserva, Baia Di Vino and Lucia comes Breadcetera—a fresh neighbourhood concept where daily essentials meet delightful discoveries.
O’Connell’s
South Melbourne institution O’Connell’s—slinging pints since 1873, has scored the esteemed head chef Aaron Brodie (ex-Oakridge) and his signature woodfire cooking, produce-first approach.
This Nostalgic Throwback Is Serving Up Roast Dinners Just Like We Had When We Were Kids
Carvery has taken us right back to the 90s with their supreme offering of roast meats, fresh salads and takeaway rolls. Expect Victorian proteins by weight, a daily salad bar, fresh house-made rolls dripping in gravy and a grocery section at this Toorak soon-to-be-staple.
Meet The Jewellery Label Redefining Sentimental Style—One Piece At A Time
What was created on a kitchen bench has become one of Melbourne’s most heartfelt jewellery brands. Now, they’re bringing their sentimental, custom pieces—and Lebanese hospitality—to one of the city’s most premier addresses.
Melbourne’s Koreatown Is Officially Open For Business (And Tteokbokki)
At the north end of the city in Healeys Lane (where Paik’s BBQ is, IYKYK) has officially been turned into the city’s Koreatown, marked with Australia’s first traditionally crafted Korean totem poles.
Rumble Coffee Roasters
Rumble Coffee Roasters has officially opened the doors to its new espresso bar in the heart of Kensington, marking an exciting new chapter for the Melbourne-based specialty roaster.
The Observatory
This Euro-inspired garden eatery smack-bang in the Royal Botanic Gardens brings a serious upgrade to your ‘Tan visit.
Holy Guacamole
Melbourne’s north just got a whole lot more sabroso with the arrival of Holy Guacamole, a spirited Mexican-Colombian cantina from cousins Laurent Linares and Leidy Avila.
Castlerose
Quirky cocktails, confit duck cigars and a roaming vintage cheese trolley are all on the cards at this intimate, subterranean art deco supper club.
These Are Victoria’s Best Country Pubs That Are Worth The Drive
We’re pretty lucky in Victoria, we definitely have some of Australia’s best country pubs. Big, grand old dames, or ramshackle, quirky little numbers with plenty of nooks and crannies. Victoria’s Best Country pubs are tough to nail down. Is it the vibe, is it solid gigs, where does food fit into the equation? What about a bangin’ wine list, because that certainly exists too.
Say Hello To The New Brunswick East Local Taking Over Bar Romantica’s Old Digs
You might think Brunswick East's Lygon Street has it all, but this new venue is going to be the addition we didn't know it needed. From the acclaimed restaurateur behind Lygon Street favourite, Etta, comes a charming neighbourhood local that might just be your new go-to.
The Best Yakiniku (Japanese Barbeque) Restaurants In Melbourne For 2025
Love K-BBQ? It’s time for J-BBQ. Yakiniku, meaning ‘grilled meat’, is at the heart of Japanese BBQ experience, and there's no shortage of places to find it in Melbourne.
LKF Bar
Inspired by Lan Kwai Fong in Hong Kong, LKF Bar radiates everything the world-famous nightlife district is known for: food, booze, music and a big, big energy. Think private karaoke bar meets delicious dining experience.
OnAir
If you've been watching the ever-growing trend of coffee shop DJ sets with eager eyes, you'd better get down to Cremorne's newest venue OnAir.
Yugen Tea Bar (YTB)
Adorable fish-shaped waffles, Matilda-inspired chocolate cake, and an Oriental Bloody Mary... If the perfect Asian-inspired brunch exists, it's got to be this.
Chapati & Daaru
Chapati's new Crossley Street home continues its reign as one of the city's most vibrant modern Indian kitchens, but it's the daring upstairs addition—Daaru cocktail bar—that's really setting tongues wagging (and burning). This dynamic duo delivers a complete spice experience, from street food to cocktails, under one roof.
Epic Three-Storey After Work Pub With Panoramic Rooftop Now Open Near Southern Cross Station
We’re all for a rooftop, especially one that opens out onto Melbourne’s brand new Sky Park, suspended over Collins Street. Quarterhouse in Docklands, just near Southern Cross station is bringing us just that—with three levels of after-work or pre-game goodness, the mega-venue is set to be your go-to spot when you’re in that part of town.
Adorbs! Hello Kitty & Friends Cafe Now Open In Melbourne Central
Hold onto your hearts, Melbourne—the world’s most adorable gang is about to make its grand entrance! The long-awaited Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe, after much speculation, has finally swung open its doors, bringing the whimsical world of Sanrio to life in an Australian first-of-its-kind immersive dining experience. And yes, it’s as adorable as it sounds.
The Best Mexican Food in Melbourne Right Now (2025 Edition)
From smoky mezcal cocktails to slow-braised birria tacos dripping with consommé, Melbourne's Mexican food scene is hotter than a habanero right now. We've scoured the city to bring you the must-try taquerias, cantinas and modern Mexican kitchens that'll transport your taste buds straight to Mexico City.
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.
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.
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.
Melbourne’s Hottest New Winery In The CBD Is Hiding A Cheese Room & Oyster Bar
Melbourne’s affair with wine is about to get a transformation. Melbourne Winery, housed in the historic Ross House on Flinders Lane, is where traditional artisanship meets metropolitan elegance.
It’s Never Too Early: Where To Find The Best Hot Cross Buns In Melbourne (Easter 2025)
With Easter around the corner, the sweet smell of hot cross buns is starting to waft out of bakeries across Melbourne. With so many on offer, it’s hard to know who makes the best hot cross buns in Melbourne. Is it the traditional take? Is it a chocolate-filled number? Or is it the undignified 'fruitless'? Luckily, you have Urban List doing the hard yards for you.
Where To Eat After 10pm: Melbourne’s Best Late Night Restaurants
When midnight cravings hit, Melbourne’s late-night dining scene delivers. From steaming bowls of Cantonese noodles to New York-style pizza slices, these late-night restaurants in Melbourne keep the city fed long after dark.
Melbourne Arancini
For an authentic taste of Italy—the kind Nonna would be proud of—make tracks to Melbourne Arancini.
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.
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.
First Look: Joey’s Doughies Is Opening With 30 Kinds Of Sweet Treats—And Free Doughnuts
Melbourne’s doughnut game just got a serious upgrade. Joey’s Doughies, the brainchild Joe La and Brian Taing, is set to open in the QV Foodhall.
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.
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.
Suupaa
Suupaa is where convenience meets culinary creativity—consider Japanese konbini vibes with a Melbournian twist. The latest venture from the visionaries behind Future Future, this quirky little spot is redefining the “grab-and-go” experience.
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.
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.
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.
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).
18 Reasons You Need To Head To Townsville For Your Next Adventure Holiday
Between some seriously breathtaking natural gems, uber-exciting eats, and a range of stays to satisfy all kinds, Townsville has quickly become one of the country's best places to explore this year.
What’s Open In Melbourne On The King’s Birthday 2025
It may be a whole lot colder but the prospect of a three-day weekend is one mighty-fine way to warm the soul. This coming King’s Birthday in Melbourne for 2025, Monday 9 June, a selection of Melbourne’s venues will still be turning it on for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
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.
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.
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.
Here’s 8 Of Our Favourite Luxury-Level Dupes For Winter
From cosy homewares and winter fashion to affordable beauty products, these dupes prove you can live like a baller on a budget.
Dubai’s Most Famous Chocolate Is Now In Melbourne—Here’s Where To Get It
There’s something deeply fulfilling about breaking into a bar of the Viral Dubai chocolate—the crisp snap of a perfectly tempered block, the slow melt of velvety chocolate on your tongue. If you’ve seen Kourtney Kardashian breaking apart her Kit Kats in that oddly satisfying way, you’ll love the Viral Dubai chocolate for the same reason.
Your Guide To Stress-Free And Wallet-Friendly Travel In 2025
Through a combination of cost-cutting techniques and selective use of annual leave, you can increase the number of holidays you go on in your lifetime without sending your miscellaneous bills through the roof.
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.
Miss Gunn’s
Beneath Flinders Street Station you’ll find this mysterious yet timeless basement bar oozing with old world charm.
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.
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.
12 Of The Best Airbnbs In Adelaide And Beyond For 2025
Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a solo adventure, Adelaide knows a thing or two about what makes the best Airbnb.
Rise Of The Unorthodox Cooks: Meet The Young Guns Flipping The Script On Home Cooking
How untrained and unorthodox home cooks are ushering in a new wave of food enthusiasts.
Slow Staycays Are In For 2025—And This Luxe Hotel Is Nailing The Brief
After a few hours scoping out the facilities, you’ll discover there’s no real reason to leave The Westin Brisbane—everything you need for a good time is at your fingertips.
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.
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.
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.
Luxury Escapes Just Announced Limited-Time Deals For These Top Destinations
Whether you're looking for a beachside vacation in Southeast Asia or you want to see what delights Australia has to offer, here's how you can experience a luxury vacation without breaking the bank..
Chasing A Promotion? Here’s Your Step-By-Step Game Plan
We've got the inside scoop and when and how to secure your next big gig.
The Future Of Work: These Are The Skill Shifts That Will Define The Next Decade
We asked a careers coach how to keep up with the rapidly changing landscape of work.
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.
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.
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.
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.