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Conveniently located in the heart of the city, State of Grace is back as you once knew and loved. The new State of Grace residency offers a bustling restaurant on street level with a little European flavour, hidden cellar bar Fall From Grace and rooftop.

Murrumbeena is a suburb that doesn’t pop up too often on the new café openings list, but that has changed this month with the opening of Levi on Railway Parade.

Iconic Federation Square eatery Chocolate Buddha has finally re-opened after a major renovation by the epic collaboration between Maddison Architects and Angela Mathioudakis.

Curly Whiskers just got a massive revamp, so you might want to head down to Brighton to see what all the fuss is about.

Nestled in Seaford, 38 South Bar and Café is a vibrant fresh of air for the beach-side suburb.

Following the closing of The Press Club in March, the Flinders Street space underwent a speedy renovation before opening its doors as Elektra Dining Room in July this year. Whether you’re after a quick bite after work or before a show, a long lingering dinner or a late night date, this dimly lit intimate restaurant will go above and beyond to meet your needs. Led by former Executive Chef of The Press Club and current chef at Gazi, the small menu comprises of about ten dishes that are constantly changing each week. 

A cheeky new wine bar slinging out delicious dishes has just arrived on Sydney Road in a 70-seat venue. Former chef at hatted restaurants Sepia and Flying Fish, Elliott Pinn is a wizard in the kitchen, using his creativity and impressive skill to turn simple ingredients into extraordinary plates of food. The Brunswick venue is located in a 150-year-old building, with interiors designed by co-owners John Ryan, Simon Henderson and Harrison Peace who also own Fitzroy club Glamorama and The Vale in Ascot Vale.

You might be familiar with Melbourne-based luggage brand July, we wrote about them earlier this year. Well, now less than a year since the brand launched, they’ve opened their first retail store in Emporium.

You’ll find much-anticipated cocktail bar, Byrdi at Melbourne Central’s newest cultural haven, ELLA. And you’ll find ELLA where Elizabeth Street meets La Trobe Street in the CBD.

The Reymond's are synonymous with Melbourne's food scene, so when we heard that third-generation restaurateurs Nathalie, Edouard and Antoine Reymond were opening a new restaurant and bar in up-and-coming foodie suburb Cremorne we were definitely keen to hear more.

Next time you’re up north, you might want to check out The Fancy Parrot; Ascot Vale’s newest boutique wine and cocktail bar. Don’t be scared by the bright turquoise sign and fluorescent wall designs, if you venture inside you’ll find an extensive wine list, some quality share plates and local craft beers on tap. 

Vegans, say goodbye to going hungry after a night out while your meat-loving friends gorge on a juicy kebab because Brunswick has got a special treat for you: Melbourne’s (and Australia's) first and only vegan kebab shop.

We think it’s high time Carlton got its first Mexican restaurant, and Taquito definitely delivers on that account. Meaning "little taco" in Spanish, Taquito is gaining popularity in Melbourne's food scene as the new place for authentic, market-fresh Mexican cuisine with a modern twist.

Under a month ago, couple Lauren and Maxime Croiset opened up a takeaway rotisserie serving up indulgent French cuisine using a blend of classic and modern recipes. Located close to the Yarra Valley, their French-inspired meats are locally sourced and fresh produce is the foundation of their meals. 

In the past eight years, FilmNeverDie has changed locations five times. And now they’re finally ready to settle down at their latest location in the CBD.

Located on Main Street in Upwey, couple Josh O’Brien and Omar Viramontes, who have created a menu combining Aussie brunch and traditional Mexican dishes have recently opened up the doors to Maria cafe. Maria is named after Omar’s grandmother who has a Mexican background and so the food is a spin-off of many of her recipes. The cafe is sister to Lorna Cafe, which has been successfully running for two years in Ferntree Gully. 

Trunk just got a major upgrade and we’re not mad about it.

Located down the Windsor end of High Street sits a little pizza restaurant with a big story to tell. Small Print refers to small eco-footprint, the philosophy the team behind the restaurant are wanting to instil into their production of delicious pizzas. 

Located within a secret warehouse in Preston, Moon Dog World is a beer garden wonderland with a bar featuring 72 taps, a hidden tiki bar, a lagoon and waterfall and a food menu that will have you coming back for seconds. With a tropical feel to it, the location is filled with palm trees and indoor-outdoor zones so whether you’re a shade or sun lover, there’s a spot reserved for you. 

There’s no better time than now to reacquaint yourself with the colourful beach huts of Brighton, and the newest bad kid on the block Coal Blooded Griller will be on-site to treat you to the most delectable smoky grills and cocktails by the beach.

The Docklands just got a little more interesting with the opening of SPQR wood-fired pizzeria at The District. If the name rings a bell, it's probably because this is the team's second eatery after the launch of their CBD location back in late 2017.

Too many of us complain about getting home from work after sitting in the office at a desk all day, having done absolutely no exercise and feeling stiff like your grandma. That's why couple Danny Walker and Jess Hatzis have opened up a new personal training studio in the backstreets of Cremorne called Frame.

Located in the heart of the city on Collins Street is MetaScent perfume studio and retail store run by Janelle Donnelly and Huynh Hai Yen who met studying professional perfumery.

Don’t get us wrong, there’s nothing like perfectly poached eggs and getting the right amount of froth in your latte. But sometimes you’re after something a little different, a little spin on the classics.

The team behind Neighbourhood Pizza (Kael, Matt and Elias Sahely) have a world of experience behind them when it comes to Melbourne’s food scene. Their food empire includes brunch institutions like Square and Compass, Vacation, Pillar of Salt, Barry, Touchwood and the more recently opened, Lobbs. And now, they’re serving up their take on classic Italian food.

Do you want to get inked, but find walking into tattoo shops a little too intimidating? If so, Heart & Soul Tattoo should be your next port of call.

If classical music is your scene or if you just want to spend the start of your weekend supporting a good cause, Tempo Rubato could be your newest Friday night hangout. 

Australia’s first-ever ice cream shop run completely by robots is launching at Fed Square.

If you’re looking to unwind in an urban sanctuary, complete with a vintage glass front, overhanging plants and retractable roof, Bourke Street Green has you covered.

Want to save money off your final bill at Iki-Jime? 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.

Whether you are a longtime fan of the Japanese retailer or if you’ve only heard about it in passing, MUJI’s new store opening in Chadstone is a great chance to begin your journey to Japanese home living. 

Ian Curley and Jerome Borazio have teamed up to revamp Mexican joint Touché Hombre and to that we say si.

Picture this: you’re on a yoga mat in downward dog position with a skyline view of South Yarra and the city skyscrapers in the distance. The team at Studio Ezra led by Georgia Ezra have designed a minimal space with light, neutral tones and whitewashed timber floors, perfect for the cushioning of limbs in wacky pilates positions. Situated on the 11th floor, the large glass window offers an escape from the bustling streets of the shopfronts in South Yarra down below. 

Our favourite hidden cafe just opened a new location and this time it’s hidden atop a Fitzroy rooftop at the Australian Catholic University (ACU), in a revamped shipping container. Talk about character.

Bagels….an old school classic but something many of us may not have tasted since Mum packed it for us in our school lunch boxes. Well, don’t fear...because they are back and more jam-packed than ever at the new kid on the block: Bricklane Bagels.

If you’re looking for a place to take a load off after a massive week at work, there are few places that will make you feel as at home as you will at Port Melbourne’s Prince Alfred.

Located in Glen Waverley, The Black Toro has been a crowd favourite serving modern Mexican food for years. And now they’re stepping it up with a new location in Windsor.

A tall lady with pink lips and a red headscarf greets her customers at the door with her dog Zeus, dressed in a red and blue checkered coat (just one of the many from his wardrobe). Marlene Cupido has been running Cristal Hair for 7 years and has established a successful salon where she mixes business with friendship. 

Just steps away from Footscray train station, Romans Original is competing with all the brightly coloured signs of Leeds St, so it’s sort of easy to miss. But once you step inside, it feels like you’re in some sort of 1950s mafia movie: barebones decor, pastel walls, pared-down bar, simple menu and a dark but intimate atmosphere.

Melbourne’s first Splash Room just splashed on the scene and it’s even fun to say: Smash Splash. Try saying that three times fast.

***Bar Margaux and sister venue The Everleigh have sadly closed their doors as o f 5 March, 2025***

You might already be familiar with Saxe, a first-class dining experience where uniqueness and elegance blend to create the alluring atmosphere. Owned by experienced chef Joe Grbac, Saxe has officially introduced and opened their ground-level, casual dining space, and it’s hard to contain our excitement.

If you love the Bond Street restaurant Maha, then hold onto your reigns as Shane Delia and his team have launched Maha East, a more relaxed version keeping in theme with Middle Eastern cooking in the trendy streets of Windsor. New Head Chef Simon Lillico invites guests in for cruisy boozy lunches, date nights or simply some post-work cocktails and snacks at the bar.

Leo’s By The Slice is a vintage-inspired slice shop where they’re (paper) plating up NY-style pizza at the front, with a party in the back.

Pope Joan is now open at its new Softel On Collins location at 45 Collins Street from 7 am until 9 pm, so expect breakfast and dinner options aplenty.

iFLY, the American extreme sports company, has opened its slick-looking indoor skydiving centres across the world and just brought their revolutionary concept to Melbourne.

Located in the Block Arcade, Les Plaisirs De Bruxelles has officially opened a real store and we have two words for you: waffles galore. Having supplied waffle dough and crêpes to companies since 2018, we can guarantee that you will indulge in a delicious, high-quality, mouthwatering waffles and/or crêpes here.

Known for serving up creative yet mouthwatering gourmet burgers, Yarra Valley viral burger sensation Monroe’s Burgers & Beers has garnered a huge and loyal following of burger-lovers since their opening in 2016. Now, they’ve opened a venue on Acland Street in St Kilda to bring Monroe’s experience to a wider audience.

Ever been surrounded by numerous food options at a food court but still, nothing seems to satisfy your cravings? Look no further, because Cru+ has arrived at The Glen Shopping Centre and is here to help you out. Cru+’s point of difference now is their box concept, and the game has been changed forever. Developed by Kevin Li, customers can now choose between one main feature and two extra options to create their own ‘breakfast box’ or ‘lunchbox’. Confused? We’ll help break it down for you.

Found along the thriving Johnston Street in Collingwood, Melvin is one of the latest cafés to have hit the street. You know that any café that opens up along here is going to be serving all the right things in all the right ways, and Melvin Café is no exception. Serving breakfast and lunch 7 days a week, Collingwood has just become that much more exciting with this opening.

Prepare yourselves, Dari Korean Cafe is bringing Korean Street Food right to your plates and this one’s a game-changer. Found along Hardware Lane in Melbourne’s CBD, Dari Korean Cafe is the fresh new flavour that everyone is talking about, and we’re not surprised as to why. Owner, Yoon Ji Park, has a desire to share a little taste of her home, South Korea, with Melbourne, hence the use of Dari in the name meaning ‘bridge’ in Korean.

Just when you thought Richmond couldn’t get any better, Swan Street has acquired another excellent venue from the people who brought us Oscar Cooper: Attria. A wine bar that’s open late and has a top-notch food menu, what more could you want?

Flashback twenty years ago where Vincent was running his vegetarian shop for local Footscray customers dabbling in the lifestyle choice for unheard-of reasons. It’s now 2019 and the store has re-emerged in Fitzroy’s trendy as all hell Brunswick St as a vegan haven and one-stop-shop for basic goodies as well offering a standing coffee spot. 

Kathryn & the Bear is a collaboration between two businesses: Kathryn from Jak & Co design and Bettina from Leaf & Bear Nursery.  

Migrating from northern China, Li You opened Dumpling Mama mid-year 2018 and it’s safe to say the venue is becoming increasingly popular with every passing day. Serving up delicious Chinese dishes at even better prices, Dumpling Mama is a definite must to check out. 

Lokall co-owners Dean Little and Steve Lim met five years ago in the Supernormal kitchen and then across a few other of Andrew McConnell’s restaurants. Their paths diverged and then eventually reconnected to create one of the tastiest breakfast menus around.

Want to save money off your final bill at Tulum? 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.

Want to save money off your final bill at PB's Bar & Eatery? 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.

Docklands, you’ve been gifted a new café, and we have to say it’s a pretty damn good one—Barlog is serving up all the treats you need for a good breakfast, and the unique vibe here is what will leave you coming back for more. 

Joe Mammone and partners Joey Dee and James Sutherland bring you a swanky new European-inspired rooftop cocktail bar: Tetto di Carolina.