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You can visit both sides of the Berlin Wall on Corrs Lane in the heart of Melbourne CBD. Berlin Bar is a timeless encapsulation of post-modern German culture – the wall divides plush booths on one side, from war stricken grenade crates on the other. Notable cocktails take the stage here, as does Charlie Chaplin with homage to his classic film 'The Great Dictator'. Escape to another time and place at Berlin bar where you'll find comfort in the fact that you can have a fine beverage amongst the juxtaposition of East and West. 

Up the top end of town is Spring Street Grocer, an upmarket deli, foodstore, and cafe delighting the gourmets of Melbourne.

Located in the heart of Melbourne's secret lanes and alleys, Sniders lane is not a place one would expect to find a cosy watering hole by the name of Sister Bella. But indeed you shall find her – at the very end of the lane, up the flight of stairs you shall find the lofty, wood clad surrounds adorned with various paraphernalia, such as skateboards hanging from the roof, makeshift lanterns and kitsch antiquities. The drink and snack offering is simple, but the location is paramount in this chilled out space, where local artists display their wares. The kitchen is open all night.

***Sadly The Everleigh and sister venue Bar Margaux have closed their doors as of 5 March, 2025***

The Aviary on Victoria Street is the perfect escape from the hustle-bustle of the iconic Asian eatery strip. Open for lunch and dinner, with laid back DJs spinning tunes over the weekend, The Aviary is a lively, contemporary bar and eatery to meet friends for a few bevvies, a bite, or something more substantial. There are a variety of different spaces to enjoy, including a beer garden for summer sipping. Check out the Sunday Soul sessions from 4pm.

The team at Safari Living, on High Street in Prahran East, have gone hunting for the coolest brands in the shopping wild to bring you the best homewares, design objects, furniture, textiles, soft furnishings and more. With names like Missoni Home, Marimekko, Eclectic by Tom Dixon and Areaware, it'll be hard to leave without something for your home!

Opening its doors on the corner of Chapel and Inkerman Street in 2010, Neighbours Cafe is possibly the friendliest neighbourhood hang out in St Kilda. The former milk bar has transformed into a happy-haven of delicious breakfast/brunch offerings with an Israeli twist, and Roastcraft coffee flowing from the machine. Drop in for a quick takeout or venture into the back courtyard to enjoy the communal vibe and the sunshine.

Mistress of the silhouette, Kit Willow-Podgornik is a national design treasure. Her Malvern Road boutique is clean, sleek and feminine, much likes the lines of the drop dead gorgeous garments. With sumptuous fabrics and stunning embellishments, if we have a special occasion, Willow is where you will find us. It's not cheap, but this is one case where the adage 'you get what you pay for' is undeniably true.

Designer Kit Willow-Podgornik has been delighting fashionistas and celebs at home and abroad for the past decade. The Willow boutique at Chadstone presents the usual luxurious shopping experience and is a must-visit on any trip to the shopping mecca. Whether you're window shopping or in the mood to splurge, you'll be mesmerised by the exquisite fabrics and unparalleled tailoring.

Head to San Telmo on Meyers Place in the CBD and you'll be transported to the backstreets of Buenos Aires. The stylish interior is Argentinian Bodega meets modern Melbourne style - with cow hides, antique doors, and gorgeous glass soda bottles from the streets of the traditional barro.

Sitting on the banks of the Yarra at the base of Hammer Hall Arts Centre, Saké Restaurant and Bar dishes up contemporary Japanese food.

Allegedly founded by the grandson of a former Russian vodka maker, most often near naked whilst producing moonshine, Naked for Satan on Brunswick Street in Fitzroy sports a rather interesting back-story. It's a popular watering hole for Melburnians who flock here for the infused vodka and a helping of pintxos from the 'canapé buffet' on display. Save your toothpicks and pay at the end, this copper clad, Spanish infused stalwart will have you coming back time and time again.

When you have a craving for steak, and only the best will do, make a beeline for Rockpool Bar & Grill at the Crown Casino complex. Chef Neil Perry has created the ultimate steakhouse using only the finest Australian meats - think Blackmore's Wagyu, Greenhams and Rangers Valley. The various cuts of meat are dry-aged, meaning the steaks are juicy, tender and incredibly flavoursome. There's also plenty of seafood for the non-carnivorous. The accompanying drinks menu, as well as the service and ambience, are similarly stellar, resulting in one of Melbourne's most memorable dining experiences.

Located on the roof above Naked for Satan on Brunswick Street and boasting possibly the best 360 degree view over Fitzroy and wider Melbourne, Naked in the Sky might be more exciting than actually getting your kit off. Join the sky high punters for a tasty Basque feast on the expansive outdoor terrace area, share peasant tapas in the dining room, or perch on the 15-metre-long bar and select your favourite house infused vodka flavours. Summer in the sky can't get much better than this.

Housed in a expansive warehouse space on Malvern Road in Prahran, Hobba is one of our favourite go-to spots for southside brunching, dishing up modern Australian fare for breakfast and lunch.

Neil Perry has done it again! This time he takes on Italian cuisine with the impeccable Rosetta Ristorante. Located in the Crown Casino complex, Rosetta uses top quality ingredients to create simple, authentic and incredibly delicious Italian food - think creamy pasta, fresh seafood and juicy, tender meat. The space is lavishly decorated however the food, wine and service easily matches the high standard seen at Rosetta. Don't miss this - it's up there with Melbourne's best Italian!

Melburnians love a good pizza, and you can cut your own at Ladro on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy. It's a Melbourne institution for a reason. 

Casual and quirky, Parlour Diner on Chapel street in Windsor is quintessentially old-school-cool. It resonates a cruisy, friendly cafe atmosphere with a distinct 50's Americana theme. Parlour thrives in the eclectic mix of kitsch interiors, hand made furniture and the flotsam and jetsam of collectables on display. An Allpress coffee dark roast welcomes you in, where you are invited to peruse the menu to find a burger to go with those curly fries. Order a cold beer or a choc malt shake to wash this bad boy down. Sit with old mate Daryl Braithwaite on vinyl in the corner and watch the wilds of Windsor pass you by.

Want to save money off your final bill at Gazi? Feast your eyes on Urban Feast, the ultimate card for foodies. For just $100 you'll get $500 worth of value and will see you heading to some of the finest eating establishments in town. Find out more about Urban Feast here.

Occupying a white corner building on Swan Street, the Richmond branch of The Meatball & Wine Bar is just as heaving the the Flinders Lane original. The menu is just as you've come to know and love - balls big or small made from meat, poultry or veg, plus a variety of sauces and sides, and the completely delicious meatball sliders. Make sure you leave some room after your balls and beverages for a whoopie mac.

Joey Scandizzo is a bit of a star in the hair dressing scene: winner of award upon award, and favourite of celebs and the fashion set. Head to his Toorak Road salon to receive meticulous attention to your precious tresses, regardless of whether you are in the hands of the man himself. Make sure you stock up on Eleven products, Scandizzo's collaboration with fashion and beauty snapper, Andrew O'Toole.

If you like your waxing fast, fuss-free and without the inane chatter, Victoria's Secrets in Fitzroy is for you. In a terrace on Victoria Parade, Victoria works her magic, specialising in intimate waxing for him and her. The salon is clean and tidy, and you'll be hair-free in no time at all. Victoria is one of the fastest and most thorough in the biz, and the salon is open late Monday to Saturday.

Husk in Albert Park is a haven for anyone who appreciates the individual and the exotic. A true lifestyle store, Husk sells a beautifully curated offering of fashion by local and international designers, plus soft furnishing, homewares, jewellery, scarves, and even their own brand of tea. If you are not in the area don't fret, as there are three more gorgeous stores in Melbourne.

Located on the famous Lygon Street in Carlton is Husk – a beautiful, luxurious and bohemian boutique stocking designer womenswear, homewares, jewellery, accessories and ceramics. A real treasure trove, Husk will appeal to any woman who has travelled the globe, or has a desire too. As well as the usual designer suspects, plus up and coming talents, the in-house Husk label features beautiful leather jackets, knitwear, dresses and more.

Husk on Collins Street is an essential visit on any CBD shopping expedition. Set foot inside and there's a decidedly exotic, bohemian-luxe vibe. With beautiful womenswear from local and international designers, an in-house label that includes sumptuous leather jackets, and a cleverly edited selection of homewares, ceramics, accessories, jewellery and more. Heaven on Collins.

For those who like their threads with a back story, Shag in Windsor is one of Melbourne's best vintage stores. Step inside this rainbow-hued emporium and you'll find accessories, jewellery and clothing, with the boys also catered for. It can be overwhelming, so settle in for a rummage and you're sure to uncover a burried treasure or two.

Shag on Brunswick Street is a vintage store housing a treasure trove of clothing and accessories for both sexes. A Melbourne icon, Shag is your one stop shop for unique, one of a kind fashion, meaning there's no risk of running into your mirror image at the water cooler. It has one of the best pre-loved collections in Melbourne, fun for window shopping or a serious splurge.

Bud Flowers on High Street in Armadale is one of Melbourne's most gorgeous and fragrant floral boutiques. It's been running since 1986, and is now under the stewardship of owner Meridee Fraser, one of the city's premier florists. 

Synonymous with all things made from coloured resin, Dinosaur Designs is a national treasure. The Chapel Street store stocks a substantial range of bowls, vases, jewellery and more. Step inside and we guarantee you'll be like a kid in a candy store. Beautiful pieces, built to last.

The Strand Melbourne store of Dinosaur Designs is typically colourful, modern and stylish. From small and subtle, fine resin rings, to statement-making neckpieces, Dinosaur Designs has an instantly recognisable look and well deserved cult following. Made from resin, the jewellery and homewares make the perfect gift for any occasion.

In a more salubrious section of Chapel Street in South Yarra, Scanlan Theodore is the jewel in the crown. Here, Melbourne women shop for high quality, sleek and feminine pieces in the finest of fabrics. With something for every occasion – from the races, to work, or the yummy mummy school run – Scanlan Theodore is a local label that has well and truly stood the test of time.

The original Market Lane in Prahran Market offers brunch, cupping and roasts in-house with their 5kg Probat roaster, offering up small batch roasts to southside coffee enthusiasts.

The Therry Street cafe is the second storefront in a long line of Market Lane Coffee shops (well, there's five). And just like every single one of their stores, the coffee connoisseurs at Therry Street sure know how to whip up a good brew. It's significantly smaller than their Prahran HQ however they still sell beans, espresso and pour-over cover, and everything you need to make your own coffees at home. They also get fresh batches of Short Stop donuts delivered on Sundays...

Market Lane coffee on Faraday Street in Carlton is the latest addition to the family, with other locations at Prahran and Queen Victoria Markets. You'll find the usual coffee brewing supplies and suspects here; you won't take a second look at that jar of instant freeze dried coffee again! Grab yourself an espresso, syphon or pour over brew whilst here. Satisfaction guaranteed.

There's a vegetarian place in Fitzroy North which feeds the hungry and often has a line out the door; it goes by the name Moroccan Soup Bar, and it is well worth the wait. The best value dining this side of town, with an impressive banquet option that will have you feeling full and satisfied even if you care to share. There is a vibrant sense and taste of Morocco here, so grab a seat, pour a mint tea and soak up the upbeat atmosphere.

Melbourne fashion label, Alannah Hill, is famous for its feminine, whimsical style. The Melbourne Central boutique does not disappoint, transporting shoppers to a secret garden of flirty florals, ladylike lace and glorious adornments. The perfect place to frock up and embrace your inner coquette.   

At the Brunswick East end of Lygon Street lies one of Melbourne's best Greek restaurants - Hellenic Republic! Part of George Calombaris's restaurant empire, the team at Hellenic Republic pride themselves on creating the atmosphere and authentic Greek food found in a traditional taverna. Offering a fun and friendly environment for both lunch and dinner, the Hellenic Republic menu includes dishes such as saganaki cheese, spanakopita (spinach pie), calamari and, of course, lamb!