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Bennetts Lane is the club of choice to get your jazz fix any night of the week. Opened in November 1992, the club hosts both local and international artists and is committed to showcasing a variety of different styles within the jazz realm. This is no fancy pants club but more all about the music and the crowd. 

If you find yourself in China Town and a bit overwhelmed by the choices, head to Melbourne restaurant Shanghai Village and be prepared for a dumpling feast. For an extremely reasonable price, these folks will dish up plates piled high with dumplings cooked to your liking. And best of all, it's BYO, making it one of our top choices for a cheap and cheerful meal before a fun night out.

Parisian chic meets the 1920s club scene of France at Paris Cat Jazz Club in the heart of Melbourne. Split into three sections, The Basement plays host to live jazz from both local and international artists, The Gallery is the space for small get togethers and functions, while The Parisian Loft combines an intimate dining setting with live performance. The club provides a small tapas menu and wine list to complete the luxurious experience. Treat yourself to a night of decadence and enjoy the Paris Cat Jazz Club.

Fitzrovia are keeping it chic with everything from the venue's interiors to the carefully crafted goods presented on your plate. Inspired by British and Italian cuisine, their dishes will give you that fine-dining experience without breaking the bank. Cosy indoors and romantic by night, this St Kilda restaurant is great for dates and the lengthy wine list is sure to please. To make the most of the food out in the open air, diners can take a seat outdoors or pick up one of Fitzrovia's gourmet hampers and head across to tuck in at Albert Park. 

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert 7 days a week - take your pick from Ripponlea Food & Wine's sizeable menu. Great for popping in with the family, your pals, or treating yourself to a midweek cocktail at the bar, this place knows how to look after its diners. 

With standout froyo flavours like the soy cinnamon donut and choc coated wafer toppings, we are salivating after Yummoo. These guys keep it simple by offering one product in a series of flavours, and doing it well. If you just can't get enough in store feel free to take home a tub at either 500ml or 1L to share, but who are we kidding? 

Yo-my-goodness indeed. YOMG are doing things a little differently on the froyo scene by offering an extensive menu for build your own froyo delights, as well as a hearty burgers and shakes menu. Do yourself a favour and get down to these guys for some winning eats. Open late throughout the week, we know what we'll be tucking into after hours. 

Frozen yogurt, parafaits, smoothies and waffles? Cacao Green is perfect for those wanting to indulge while keeping the sugar levels down and the ones that just don't give a damn. Choose from a range of froyo fruity flavours, matcha, choc, or black sesame or sink your teeth into some nutella and honey earl grey waffles. Yum!

In freshly renovated digs, Biba on Gertrude Street is a key element to the salon's ever-expanding hairdressing empire in Melbourne. Co-owned by Frank Apostolopoulos and Mariam Enegd, Biba on Gertrude Street is our go-to hairdresser for stellar cuts, beautiful colours, and master styling on the north-side. The bustling salon is full of energy; a modern space where you can sit back and let the expert hairstylists tend to your locks. The reputation of creative director Frank Apostolopoulos ensures the Fitzroy outpost is always busy, so be sure to book in early, whether you're after a simple wash and blowdry, a new colour, or a fancy 'do.

You might know of Hawthorn cafe Muharam Cafe because of their epic Nutella doughnut milkshakes (um, yum, get me one right now), but they also serve some delicious healthy breakfasts and lunch options too. The venue is the perfect place for a mid-morning coffee or lunchtime refuel with friends...Just leave some room for that epic shake! 

Run by a superstar team from Barry and Touchwood, new Melbourne cafe Mammoth brings delicious food and drinks to Armadale. The cafe's ethos focuses on freshly made food, high-quality coffee (as you would expect) all servedin a beautiful space. Drop by for one of the best breakfasts in Melbourne, we guarantee it!

Helloooooo KFit, our new favourite fitness and lifestyle membership app! This little beauty gives you access to everything from yoga and boxing to saunas and indoor rock climbing… and most things that you can think of in between, in a single membership that makes the most of hundreds of Melbourne’s best studies, activities and fitness venues.

You'll be spoilt for choice at Oriental Teahouse with an extensive food and drink menu and a wide selection of signature blended teas. Combining the authentic yum cha experience with a series of elegant tea merchandise for in-house or on the go, what more could you really ask for?

Hello baked goods heaven. This nifty little bakery in Balwyn North is serving up the very best delectable bites, both sweet and savoury. With everything made in house daily, and a selection of treats that also cater (see what we did there) towards dietary needs, The Caterer's Kitchen knows how to deliver. Swing by for a bite, get in touch to fill your next event with mouthwatering eats, or chat to the team to get your dream cake made. 

Named after the great Charles Henry James who paved much of the way for Fairfield and other northern suburbs in the late 1800s, CH James is a testament to form, function and style. Offering all day breakfast and a separate lunch menu the kitchen is headed by Rodney Mom (formerly of Rockpool). Keep cosy indoors, pull up a seat in the courtyard and enjoy a couple of glasses out in the open air, or swing by the serving window for your Small Batch Coffee fix and be on your merry way. Mr CH James has got you covered. 

Flinders Ln is basically Melbourne's answer to Diagon Alley. There are curious surprises and hidden boutiques and sketchy, Knockturn Alley-like bits down around King St. But of all its secrets, of all its wondrous delights, this has to be the best: a secret underground video game parlour and bar. You turn into a non-descript little door, walk down some stairs...and it's like your childhood is there waiting for you. Except now it serves beer. 

The Daily Kitchen is an awesome CBD venue for getting a healthy lunch in Melbourne. Specialising in #cleaneating catering but also keeping delicious meals and snacks for purchase in their store, everything at this to-go cafe is freshly made from scratch and contains heaps of nutrients, protein and healthy add-ons. Looking for a bite to eat, or need to feed a whole venue? Get onto The Daily Kitchen—and tell them we sent you!

The Flower Trader delivers stunning bouquets of flowers, from the simple and small to the giant and decadent, around Melbourne. The blooms are beautifully fresh, change every day, come packaged in a handy carrying case (seriously innovative design!), and can be ordered online for as little as $30 a pop! Need a quick gift to brighten up a friend's day, or simply want to treat yourself? Call The Flower Trader every time, Listers!

Fresh Organic Goods or F.O.G are all about treating your tastebuds while keeping it clean. A humble little cafe on Church street, they take pride in collaborating with local, organic food producers as well as serving up their own delicious plates. For the nut milk fans, make sure to grab a bottle of F.O.G's house-made almond or cashew blends - who could possibly resist?

Live music, rotating beer on tap, and serving up Sparrow's Philly Cheesesteaks, The Catfish is for those after a no-fuss approach to a night out. A great hub for also catching the game, this Fitzroy venue is a modern version of the Melbourne pub.

Perched near the Smith street end of Gertrude street, Birdman Eating has your all-day brunch needs sorted. The menu at this Fitzroy cafe keeps it simple with a range of fresh juices, sweet and savoury breakfast items, and the classic Birdman baked eggs which you can partner up with a bloody mary or mimosa.

Mopho Canteen is a welcome addition to the bustling Carlisle Street food scene – ex Mr Wolf and Melbourne Wine Room chef, Adam Davis, setting up shop with a Vietnamese hawker style canteen, serving up some of Melbourne’s best pho and authentic street-food bites. The décor is casual, yet funky, and is perfect for almost any occasion – with communal stool-lined tables and an open kitchen. Adam has curated a unique and exceptional menu, with sharing dishes such as DYI pork spring rolls, soft shell crab, glazed chargrilled chicken hearts and seared tuna with green papaya and herbs. But the stand out dish is of course, the pho! Coming in three varieties – beef, chicken, or veg, mushroom and tofu – this is truly a topnotch dish that rivals any of Melbourne’s best pho. 

The Little Wine Shop 
sits inside South Melbourne Market and stocks more than just wine. You’ll be able to find some delicious local drops, some decent clean skins and plenty of your favourite imported options too. There's also plenty of beer and spirits. Anna, the owner, led the charge at St Kilda Cellars for 27 years, so you’ll be in safe hands!

A cute cafe by day and a killer bar by night, the Glass Merchants is an awesome venue, whether you're looking for a light bite to ease you into the day, or some hard drinks to see out the night. The cafe and bar in Balaclava is our pick of the area for a low-key vibe and a friendly crowd. As for the food? The no-frills menu is packed full of delicious classics. Nom.

The Food Smith is one of Hampton's best cafes for wholesome, delicious, home-baked goods and meals. Part culinary store (think awesome breads, condiments, seasonings, books and more), part cafe, the venue is one of our favourite bayside stop-offs for everything from a quick coffee to a hearty lunch. Drop in for kitchen inspiration and a tasty bite to eat. 

Filled with eccentricities and oil paintings, 29th Apartment is a recreation of the apartment of St Kilda artist and prostitute Kitashe, who was fascinated by New York City and mysteriously went missing in the 1980s. Tuck into Chris Rock Chilli Cheese Fries or try the Central Park Tea Party cocktail with Old Tom Gin, elderflower liqueur, black tea, lemon and honey. Take a trip to Manhattan without ever leaving Melbourne!

Just a stones throw from the Olsen Hotel, fine diving bar Two Wrongs serves delicious food and aims to add a litlle 'grunge' to the South Yarra location. It's all about comfort and personalised service here with couches scattered around the place and rotating DJs rolling out some sweet beats.

Lightly is a homewares store situated in Collingwood. Selling hand made wares, made in Melbourne from mostly natural materials, Lightly's range is perfect for the modern Australian home. Owner / designer Cindy-Lee Davies has grown Lightly to be one of Melbourne's favourite homewares stores. 

There's a new kid on the block in Melbourne's coffee loving CBD, courtesy of Greg Brassil, previously of Addict. His latest project, Allgood Coffee on Little Collins Street serves up a smorgasbord of tasty bagels, doughnuts (courtesy of Shortstop), pastries by Noisette and Market Lane Coffee in charge of the caffeine fixes, the petite space takes a no-frills approach to refuelling. The perfect solution to those early morning or lunchtime hunger pangs. 

Saint.Urban is a beautifully designed bar-restaurant situated on Richmond's iconic Swan Street. Predominantly a wine bar, the venue serves mouth-watering food including wagyu carpaccio, cuttlefish, confit duck and a host of other delights. To match, the European and Australian wine list brings together the tastiest flavours from around the world, meaning there will always be a good drop in your glass. A great spot for the full three courses with friends. 

Dex2rose gelateria in Melbourne CBD serves up some of the craziest ice cream concoctions we've laid eyes on! Specialising in 'nitrogelato' (that's nitrogen-frozen gelato creations), the dessert bar serves some other incredible sweet treats, including a great hot chocolate. Better yet, they're open seven days a week!

Whether it's wine, coffee or a bite to eat, Gertrude St Enoteca delivers on all three. Situated on Fitzroy's coolest strip, this beautiful Melbourne restaurant specialises in fine wines and wholesome food with rustic roots. As well as serving up a delicious daily menu, Gertrude St Enoteca hosts some marvellous foodie events throughout the year. Our go-to for a sophisticated glass of vino.

Neil Perry (yes, of Rockpool restaurant fame) has blessed us with his first ethical Burger Project eatery to open in Melbourne. Perry's new Melbourne restaurant is situated in St Collins Lane, the stunning fashion precinct that's also home to a bevvy of eateries too. Because shopping makes us hungry, duh. 

With outposts in Dubai and Sydney, including the incredible Tokonoma bar, Japanese restaurant Toko has opened a new Melbourne restaurant. Situated in Prahran, on the suburb's buzzing Greville Street, the new Japanese eatery serves up some of the best food in town thanks to its expertly trained chefs. A must for Japanophiles and sushi fans.

The fact that Gene & Peta exists speaks volumes about Melbourne's love for creativity! The warehouse-cum-shop space brings together a yoga studio, a boutique and a craft space, all under one roof. Drawing inspiration from Moroccan vestibules, where tradespeople would sell their wares, you'll find three yoga classes per week, networking events for local creatives, and advice from the team behind the space. A hidden gem you'll be glad to have found. 

Om Nom turns dessert into a true art form. Each creation isn't so much a stand-alone dessert as it is a fully-fledged masterpiece, as if your Willy Wonka dreams transplated themselves onto your plate in luxurious form. 

As its name suggests, Crafternoon Café in Carlton North is not your usual coffee and brunch joint. Why just admire the art hanging from the ceilings when you can contribute your own masterpiece? Make a crafternoon of it and decorate your own cupcake. With highly accessible prices, this is where inner kids and actual kids can both feel totally at home.

Abbondante is a fantastic Italian addition to Windsor. Sitting in the space that is Cafe by day, Abbondante exists only by night. It's the type of place you can go to eat food similar to that cooked by your Nonna. It's warm and inviting and very cosy. The menu is short and simple and changes daily, keeping patrons returning again and again. This unassuming Italian dinner venue hits well above its weight in the flavour and service stakes, describing its style as country, homestyle and classic. 

Serving up provincial French fare minus the French feel is Fitzroy café La Niche. One of Melbourne’s cosiest little cafes, enjoy La Niche’s honest French fare in a homely, relaxed atmosphere. The ultimate menu, on weekends you can choose breakfast for dinner or lunch style-items for breakfast! Why not head to one of Melbourne’s best French cafes this weekend?

If you’re into off-beat homewares, browsing St Kilda’s Scout House represents the classic kid-inside-candy-store conundrum. You’ll be lucky to walk out of there without three planters, two industrial desk lamps and an 8-ft bespoke dining table.

There may be many chocolatiers in Melbourne, but Ganache Chocolates are like no other. Offering a range of delicate European-inspired chocolates, choose your own indulgence treats or pick a pre-made box set. One of Melbourne’s best chocolatiers, your next anniversary (or birthday, or Christmas) gift is sorted. 

Piggery Café at Burnham Beeches, Sherbrooke has a cracking team behind it, headed up by none other than Shannon Bennett. Well worth the drive, Piggery Cafe has a holistic view to provide diners with seasonal local produce, Burnham Beeches is focused on creating a venue dedicated to the promotion of the best of Australian culture across all facets of heritage, architecture, food, art, hospitality and inspiring landscape. You can expect wholesome fare from the char-grill BBQ and generous plates of charcuterie.

Smalls is the little wine bar that could. Tucked down South Melbourne laneway, Yarra Place, you'll find Smalls next to cafe favourite St Ali. Smalls is small by name, small by nature (the venue only seats a few dozen lucky diners) but is big on personality. The fit out is stunning - lots of rich woods and stark white painted brick. The wine list is impressive and the list of bar snacks is exactly what you'll feel like. 

Positioned smack-bang in the middle of Melbourne Uni and RMIT University, Middle Fish is a student hotspot. Serving up southern Thai dishes mostly under $16, Middle Fish is one of Melbourne’s best cheap eats. There’s plenty to choose from here, with an all-day Asian-inspired brekkie, lunch and sweets for these pesky afternoon cravings. What more can you ask for? 

The third space opened by the team behind Mr Brightside and Hendrick's Food Store, Neon Tiger in Malvern is one of the best cafes in Melbourne for a speedy lunch or quick-fire breakfast on the southside. Indoor and outdoor, eat-in or take-away, this awesome cafe is great for all sizes of groups too. What to eat? We'd recommend the reuben sandwich with a smoothie. Delish.

If you're looking for a traditional men's barbers in Fitzroy that serves up awesome cuts with a Coopers in hand, get yourself to Dr Follicles on Gertrude Street. The old-school grooming parlour is our go-to for everything form a trim to a complete restyle. Guys, if you like to keep it sharp and simple, Dr Follicles is your man.

Rob Mason's Morris Motley hair studio specialises in luxury haircuts and grooming services for men. The Cremorne barbers is one of Melbourne's best salons for men, largely due to Mason's high attention to detail and bespoke service that begins with looking at each customer's bone structure. As well as getting a fresh new cut, Morris Motley is also a superb place to pick up barely-there men's hair products. The perfect spot for a grooming sesh.

Red Door Yum Cha is a hidden gem Chinese restaurant in Windsor. It’s a unique blend of Chinese antique shop meets yum cha restaurant. The combination works perfectly and creates a unique and comfortable atmosphere. The furniture that patrons sit on is all for sale and is marked as such! The menu is a tightly curated offering of authentic Chinese dishes which regulars return time and time again to enjoy. 

Tom Phat is a cosy restaurant/cafe situated on Sydney Road, Brunswick. With an interesting aesthetic, the atmosphere is ideal for a weekend breakfast, a quick drink or a date night dinner. The food draws from South-East Asian inspiration to create a fusion menu that is both delicious and contemporary.

A firm favourite of Alphington locals, Apte cafe serves up delicious breakfast and lunch dishes. It might not be the most obvious spot for first-class fare, but the steady stream of regulars and it’s continual presence on ‘best cafe’ lists make it a gem that’s worth travelling for. Though the entire menu is strong, the Dukkah Eggs are a great order.

Seddon Deadly Sins sits in, you guessed it, Seddon. It’s a charming cafe that is exactly what the area needed. Much loved by locals, the menu incorporates flavours from around the world to create an interesting breakfast menu. Seddon Deadly Sins has a courtyard area, perfect to enjoy a coffee on a sunny morning.

The Daily Food Co. truck, nicknamed Lola, serves up delicious American-style fare from its retro-style horse float. With a menu that includes popcorn chicken, tacos, and one of the most drool-worthy pork sliders we've encountered in a looooong time, this Melbourne food truck isn't for the faint-hearted. We've heard that they also team up with BBQ legends The Gem for delicious meaty specials—check the Daily Food Co.'s Facebook page for details and expect lip-smacking food that beats most trucks around. 

Bursaria is one of the dining venues at Melbourne’s much loved Abbotsford Convent. Catering on sight as well as at private functions, Bursaria are well known for their generous and delicious high teas. Bursaria is well known for it’s love of fresh , seasonal produce. 

Whether you’re an interior design pro or would like a helping hand, Yarraville’s Niche Interiors has your home re-decoration needs covered. Passionate about creating spaces that are as good to be in as they are to look at, Niche Interiors offers not only a beautifully curated selection of occasional furniture, rugs, wallpaper and lighting, but a bespoke interior design consultation service. 

Italian for ‘Water and Wine’, Acqua E Vino is a beautifully old-fashioned European bar situated in the heart and soul of Yarraville. Whether you’re out with friends or a hunky new love interest, Acqua E Vino is perfect for an understated night of cocktails, tapas and live music.

In the middle of the city, Hash Speciality Coffee is a hard-kept café secret. It’s not easy to find a quiet spot in the city with some of the best coffee in Melbourne, but Hash is just that. Serving up a drool-worthy brunch menu and a range of filter and cold brew coffees, this is one of Melbourne’s best secret cafes. If you’re not into caffeine, they serve hot chocolate with fairy floss. Sold yet? 

If you’re in the mood for mouth-watering tapas and some classic European charm, Dig A Pony in Yarraville is the place for you. The restaurant and bar boasts an incredible selection of drinks and dishes that give a modern take on European classics. A real treat to be found on the west-side.

If you're looking for good music, good drinks and good people, there's no better place to find all three than Fitzroy bar The Rooks Return. The small watering hole serves some of the best classic cocktails on the Brunswick Street strip, as well as hosting awesome local bands, live jazz sessions and a tonne of DJs to boot. Plan to start your next northside night out at The Rooks Return, Listers. You won't regret it!

Could Junie Moon's cafe in West Melbourne be the cutest spot for a cup of tea and a slice of cake ever?! This petite West Melbourne cafe serves up tasty breakfast and lunch options (think tarts, baked goods, pasta, healthy salads...), as well as great coffee. If you get the chance, go for one of the daily specials—head chef Mel always knows how to get the best out of the cafe's seasonal ingredients, making for some delicious fare.   

Hidden in Hardware Lane, La Petite Crêperie serves delicious freshly made galettes, crêpes and baguettes, alongside coffee, French wine and beer, and a host of other delights in its traditional space. If you're a fan of both sweet and savoury crepes, La Petite Crêperie is the ideal choice for your breakfast, lunch or post-dinner fix. Also trading on Friday nights, La Petite Crêperie's well known Plateau de Fromage is a cheesy favourite and is especially French when accompanied by a glass of wine in the outdoor terrace.