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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.

Bao X Waffle makes us wish we had a bigger mouth. Or maybe multiple mouths. Anything to get these things inside us faster and in larger quantities.

I know what you’re thinking: “Oh no, not another burger joint.” And while that reaction may or may not be warranted (after all, Melbourne is rife with delicious burger joints), we’re happy to announce that Henry’s Burgers is not just your average burger joint. 

Egglab has officially packed up shop in Collingwood and has moved to the ever-thriving location of Fitzroy. The result: a new - and bigger - venue for owners Greg Papas and Jana Andrianopoulos, and a newly designed menu for you. Egglab is a breakfast bar, aka a one-stop-shop for all things eggs, that was inspired by American breakfast sandwich chain, Eggslut.

If you’re in dire need of a quick but powerful caffeine fix in Camberwell, Nigel is where it’s at.

There’s a new bar in town and it’s not your typical drink-slinging joint. King Street Revival (KSR) Art Bar is part artist studio, exhibition space and live music bar. So, in case you can’t decide between an art gallery, live music venue or wine bar for date night, you can pop into KSR Art Bar and do it all.

Richmond has acquired another top-notch restaurant, thanks to the group that brought us Toji Sake: Eazy Peazy, a modern Japanese eatery.

Vertue Coffee Roasters just opened a brand new shiny spot in Cremorne. So, if you’ve been looking for that quick caffeine fix on your way to and from Richmond station, then you’ll be pleased to learn that this joint is literally across the street.

Located on Burnley Street in Richmond, Piccolo Grand is part pizza bar, part cocktail lounge and it's everything you’re imagining it to be and more. If you’re looking for an affordable night of casual dining and delicious food, then Piccolo Grand is your one-stop-bar.

The perfect place to visit when you’re craving a home-cooked, made-with-love Indian dish, Daughter In Law is the new restaurant on the block that is fast becoming a Melbourne favourite. Located on Little Bourke Street, this unauthentic Australian-Indian bar and grill is founded and owned by internationally acclaimed chef Jessi Singh (Babu Ji NYC).

After 10 years on the road, Ciccio Pizza has set up shop in a shipping container on the grounds of Bruno’s Distributors on Sussex St in Pascoe Vale, just a block down from Coburg North Coles.

It’s no secret that when you forget to pack your lunch for work or uni, it can be a serious struggle to find a simple sandwich shop that’s tasty and affordable. Enter Juanito’s—conveniently located in Brunswick, Juanito’s is a small, simple cafe that is doing everything right.

Stepping into Wood Samaritan is like getting the keys to your friends’ log cabin for the weekend—it’s simultaneously cosy and exciting because you know you’re in for a great time.

For something new and different in Melbourne, Peaches is a bar that's actually affordable. And get this: they serve up their famous hot chicken sandwiches until the last call. They also have $7 sausages and $7 chips, tofu sandwiches, fried chicken sandwiches and pickle backs, so it's safe to say you won’t struggle to find something you like here.

Located in Melbourne’s nightlife capital, Fitzroy, Bad Decisions will quickly become your new favourite modern cocktail bar to catch up and relax with friends. Owners Dave and Tina Barrett may be familiar to some, also owning the infamous Laundry Bar and George’s Bar on Johnston Street. So it’s safe to say you’re in trusted hands here.

A hole-in-the-wall for the people, by the people, Holy Crumpets is a reasonably priced cafe that is selling the most delicious, homemade crumpets on the block.

If you’ve been scouring Collingwood for a primo lunch spot that isn’t a typical cafe sandwich, read on. Good Gnocchi is a hole-in-the-wall, no-frills gnocchi heaven you didn’t even know you needed. 

Located in the heart of Melbourne, Bincho Boss is the latest izakaya hot spot to hit the Melbourne CBD. Found on Little Bourke Street, Bincho Boss is a modern Japanese Eatery that works to bridge Australian and Japanese culture together through flavours, colours and textures.

In the spirit of Melbourne’s hidden cafe and bar scene, Pink The Restaurant is tucked away above Rozzi’s Pizza Store at 157 Swanston Street.

The Oxford Scholar Hotel has officially relaunched and it's better than ever. Located in one of the earliest public houses in Melbourne, within the RMIT city campus, Oxford Scholar is not restricted to uni students—anyone from CBD workers, local residents, visitors, staff and alumni from RMIT University can pop in and have a great time. With easy access to public transport, there’ll be no excuse to not to drop in.

Travel south of the American border in the comfort of an elegant cocoon in the newly opened Casa N.O.M Bar y Restaurante. Located among the cultural boutiques of Greville Street in Prahran, Casa N.O.M Bar y Restaurante is becoming known for all the right reasons.

Abruzzo meets Port Melbourne at Nonna’s Cucina, the newly-opened Italian restaurant in the historic Floodgate Hotel.

Oasis has officially opened its doors to a second store located in the heart of Fairfield, and it’s true that good things come to those who wait. Operating for over 20 years, the Makool family are trusted owners that strive to provide their customers, old and new, with a homely and consistent experience.

A local wine bar for wine lovers by wine lovers, The Fox and Daisy Wine Room is exceeding at all the latest trends. Located in Flemington, The Fox and Daisy Wine Room is a native wine bar and bottle shop that is the perfect place to unwind after a long day in the office. A warm and welcoming space, they aim to be an extension of home for their customers.

If you live in or around the outer Eastern suburb of Mitcham, we may have just found your new local.  

If you’ve ever dreamt of sauntering through London’s Dover Street Market or finding something special at Opening Ceremony, then Slow Waves needs to be your next shopping destination.  

High-end pizza in a relaxed environment and at a reasonable price—too good to be true? Daniel Cester doesn’t seem to think so. Pizza Strada & Bar, the first wood-fired pizzeria in Dandenong North, has hit the market. What better place to catch up with friends on the weekend, especially when delicious pizza is involved?

8 Murray Street aims to slow the hustle of Melbourne’s fast-paced brunch scene through their charm, warmth, and unique take on a Melbourne brunch experience.

Brighton’s new contemporary Italian restaurant Aromi is an experience for all the senses.  

Isan Soul is your perfect Thailand getaway right in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. This place is an absolute killer, and we’ve never seen anything like it.

Pelicana Chicken, established in 1982 in Korea, has officially opened its doors in Melbourne. With more than 3000 stores globally, it's fair to say Pelicana Chicken has gained a bit of a following.