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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.

If a $2000 flight to Colombia isn’t in your budget, how about a $4.40 tram fare to Queen Street? Club Colombia is as close as you can get to an authentic Colombian experience without travelling to the other side of the world.  

In a world that is constantly moving forward, Future Mountain Brewing and Blending has decided to take a step back, appreciate the past and find a way to combine it with contemporary times. The result? An extraordinary brewery and taproom that provides the right amount of past and present.

The history of Old Man Drew dates back to 1868. This cafe-meets-coffee-house-meets-high-tea-function-room has been a labour of love; which was brought to life by Dorothy Leech and her daughter Emma after their family had owned the property many years prior.

Can’t decide whether you want Jazz music or Japanese tonight? Why not both? Located in the heart of Fitzroy, Fumi Tamura is taking Japanese cuisine to a whole new level. With delicious, traditional Japanese meals mixed with house-made alcoholic drinks, there truly is no better way to start your weekend.

The newest addition to Melbourne’s after-work and late-night cocktail scene has arrived. On top of live music and signature cocktails, Jasper’s opening its doors and offering a world-class, rotating selection of craft gins, an extensive whisky selection and a carefully curated wine menu fit for the city’s finest.

Lukumades has hit Windsor, which means that their Greek doughnuts are now south of the river. I repeat: doughnuts, south of the river. Lukumades have extended their roots and opened their doors on Chapel Street, making it their second store in Melbourne since it opened in 2017.

If you look up when you set foot into Northcote’s Lé Léé, you’ll see dried garlic and chilli draped above the faux-balcony above the door. Traditionally Macedonian, this is the vision of owner Miki Dodevski wants you to feel when you visit – like you’re in an authentic Macedonian’s house.

For a while, Cremorne Street Baker’s had a monopoly on wholesale sweets around some of Melbourne’s best cafes, and now they’ve given the people what they really want: a dedicated retail space. Not only can you place an order for a special occasion, but now you can mosey on into the front of Cremorne Street Bakers and peruse the shelves of baked goods.

Located in the luxury hotel The Chen in Box Hill, Katori is a refined Japanese luxury dining focusing on superior meats lead by two of Melbourne’s most impressive chefs. Former top chefs at Nobu Melbourne Kengo Hiromaesu and Yasuo Matsuike have gone to create Melbourne newest Japanese hotspot and it’s well on its way.

Sushi Boto is an adorable sushi train with a difference.

Gone are the days of trying to get through a workout without being asked what your Instagram is, or being able to enjoy the company of like-minded fit females without the testosterone musk or over-exaggerated mid-workout grunts. 

Aisha and Azem Dzevlan, the dynamic duo behind Richmond institution Black Gold, are at it again. And this time, they’ve created another hotspot in Elsternwick. 

Escape from your hair nightmares with Carlton's newest, highly Instagrammable salon.

La Central is Melbourne’s first Spanish deli-meets-bodega at South Melbourne Market. Conceived by Spanish-born Alberto Andres and Rufino Ramos, the guys were inspired by the vibrant markets of Barcelona and Madrid for this opening.

Melbourne’s freshest pizza and mozzarella bar just got a brand new fit out in the heart of the city and we’re loving it. The original DOC is embedded in the rich Italian character of Carlton and now Southbank is graced with its cheesy presence.  

This place is the perfect place to start your night, enjoy your night and end your night without leaving the joint. Commercial Road’s Talk To Me Bar is your one-stop shop for a great night out.  

Pinchy’s offers premium seafood with a difference. Located in Emporium, these guys aim to educate consumers about the protection of our oceans, while offering fresh seafood that is traceable yet delicious. 

The newest addition to the Hakata Gensuke family is in Carlton, and what better place to drop a ramen joint than on Lygon street?

Scandinavian design has a new home in St Kilda and it’ll make you want to renovate your home weekly.

Flovie is the latest cafe/florist and eatery to hit Carlton; it’s the perfect place to get your brunch on, smell the flowers, and indulge in some dainty, handcrafted mocktails. 

Stepping away from the traditional, clinical salon interiors, Bat Your Lash feels more like a home; warm and inviting with personal touches that make you feel relaxed the second you breeze through those doors. Pops of pink and fresh greenery make the space contemporary, and that attention to detail is consistent with the team’s beauty approach at Bat Your Lash.

Calling all dessert fiends: this Korean delicacy has just hit Melbourne's shores in all its sugary glory.    

Matt Bax, who gifted us Bar Americano and now-closed Der Raum, recently launched a gallery-bar hybrid, which happens to be our favourite type of hybrid.

A slot machine that spits out unlimited coins, a table made from an old Japanese optometrist reading chart, a custom-made giant box of strawberry Pocky, and succulents in Cup Noodle cups—Chotto Motto is a smorgasbord of Japanese paraphernalia and clever little treats, and we’re honestly living for it.

Reopened and redesigned after a full renovation and under new ownership, the fresh new interior really breathes new life into Il Caminetto. Polished concrete and white sandblasted walls give you the feeling that you are nestled in a quiet Italian village and about to tuck into some delicious pizza and pasta.

Offering unique, fun and immersive ride classes designed to not only challenge you physically but also mentally, Bodhi & Ride is revolutionising the Australian boutique fitness industry, one disco cardio party at a time. 

With sophisticated designs created to the highest quality using fabric suppliers from Italy and Switzerland, as well as extensive pre-production R&D, it's easy to understand why so many trust Pedla to keep their bums from getting sore after a long ride along Beach Road.

Hitting the shores of Sandringham is the Mediterranean restaurant and bar, Baia Di Vino. Quite literally translating to ‘wine bay’, Baia Di Vino is set to be a contemporary expression of the simple European coastal life (goals), and Sandringham provides the perfect backdrop with its natural beauty and coastal characteristics, it’s a match made in culinary heaven.  

The Plant Runner is the result of a long-time passion project between two friends, Duncan Hilder and Dominic Hooghuis. These guys are both qualified horticulturalists who have each run their own businesses with years of experience between them.

Combine the aesthetic of a speciality grocer, the aura of a cafe and the beautiful food of a top-notch restaurant and you get Toorak Tracktor. Situated in the prime area of the Toorak Park precinct, right next to Toorak Train Station, you’re never too far away from this wonderful establishment.