Special Occasion Restaurants

Port 53 Restaurant

Address: 2-10 Radcliffe St, Echuca, VIC 3564
Port 53 Restaurant
$$$ Recommended New Editor's Pick View Outdoor Seating
Our philosophy has always been to use the best local ingredients to showcase what the region has to offer. Port 53 is a true harbor of local food, boutique wines, top-shelf spirits, and craft beers. Chef-owner Adam Mitchell, with help from his dedicated team, has worked hard to create a restaurant that appeals to everyone with a fantastic range of food and beverages and positioned in a great location. Adam’s aim was to create a restaurant that he and his family would enjoy dining at themselves, and he has achieved that in spades. Adam trained in classical French Cuisine whilst …

Java Spice

Address: 17-21 Beveridge St, Swan Hill, 3585
Java Spice
$$ Recommended New Editor's Pick Private Room View Outdoor Seating
Java Spice is much like an Oasis in the Mallee. Almost a South East Asian Village. Imported teak buildings & Balinese Huts set in a tropical garden. Our food is Thai & Balinese of superb quality. We pride ourselves on providing great service in a relaxed yet classy environment.

Budapest Schnitzel & Eating House

Address: 273 Glenhuntly Rd, Elsternwick, VIC 3185

Omari Bendigo

Address: 27 Hamelin St, White Hills, VIC 3550
Omari Bendigo
$$
Welcome to Omari Bendigo, your haven amidst the idyllic Bendigo Botanic Gardens. This exquisite gem is where nature’s tranquility meets the vibrant energy of city life, crafting an extraordinary setting that enchants every visitor.

Kennington Tavern

Address: Kennington Village SC, Bendigo, VIC, VIC 3550
Kennington Tavern
$$ Recommended New
The Jarman Group develops, owns, and operates a successful food and beverage venues across regional Victoria. The Kennington Tavern is now open from 11 am for coffee and cake with lunch starting at 12noon. Food is available all day.

Stella Bendigo

Address: 58 Bull St, Bendigo, VIC 3550
Stella Bendigo
$$ Recommended New Editor's Pick Private Room Outdoor Seating
Situated in the Heart of Bendigo on Bull St. This Building has recently undergone an extensive renovation, encompassing a strong Italian theme with large open frontage. Our authentic Napoletana wood-fired pizzas are cooked in our imported Italian Wood Oven. This coupled with our pasta dishes and extensive wine list to makes and an enjoyable experience.

FIGO Pizza

Address: 73 Brighton Rd, Elwood, VIC 3184

Santorini Restaurant

Address: 189 Nelson Place, Williamstown, 3016

Mexican Street Food

Address: 81 High St, Northcote, VIC 3070
$$
After travelling through Central Mexico and the Yucatan, we wanted to bring some of the fresh flavours we tasted on the street back home.

Star Hotel Echuca

Address: 45 Murray Esplanade, Echuca, VIC 3564

La Svolta

Address: 450 Hampton St, Hampton, VIC 3188

Korona Csarda

Address: 760 Boronia Rd, Wantirna, VIC 3152
Korona Csarda
$$
Founded in 2009 by a couple seeking to bring the authentic flavours of Hungary to Melbourne, the Korona Csárda has become a favourite of Melbourne’s Hungarian community as well as a spot for those with a taste for Easter European flavours. Our restaurant offers authentic Hungarian recipes, prepared in the time-honoured traditions of the Hungarian kitchen… by Hungarian and Transylvanian chefs. Combining the bedrock dishes of many generations with the Australian taste for hearty eating, the Korona Csarda serves the perfect blend of both. Mission Statement “To delight customers in a way providing authentic Hungarian cuisine and outstanding concierge service”

LadyBoy Dining & Bar

Address: 394 Bridge Rd, Richmond, 3121
LadyBoy Dining & Bar
$$$
Looking for a fun and colorful night out? LadyBoy is it. Bringing a bit of playfulness and frivolity to Bridge Road, this modern Thai restaurant is the place to be for a fun night out and a delicious feed. The menu features a bunch of creative cocktails like the Phuket Bucket & Lychee Long Time. Adorned with colorful paper lanterns and parasols on the roof this is a fun fantasy land which sets the tone for a good night ahead. Inside the main dining room, the playfulness continues with color, graffiti wall art and neon signs scattered throughout - all …

Mis Pizza & Panuozzo Bar

Address: 156 Chapel, Windsor, VIC 3181
Mis Pizza & Panuozzo Bar
$$
Made in South, aka MIS, established here in Melbourne is Australia’s first ever Panuozzo bar. It’s brought to you by two good friends: Antonio and Luca. Both originally from south Italy, they met here on Chapel Street just over eight years ago. They had the brilliant idea to get together and create a place which not only serves great Southern Italian food, but also embraces Chapel Street’s night life by offering a great selection of drinks and cocktails and regularly hosting DJs. The whole team at MIS creates a fun and unforgettable experience with positive vibes. The specialty dish, the …

Mellisa Oakleigh

Address: 5 Eaton Mall, Oakleigh, 3166
Mellisa Oakleigh
$$
Experience the Essence of Greece: Where Tradition Meets Innovation at Melissa Cafe, the Heart of Oakleigh’s Culinary Scene.

Rising Sun Hotel Richmond

Address: 395 Swan St, Richmond, VIC 3121
Rising Sun Hotel Richmond
$$
The Rising Sun Richmond has a traditional Australian style. Accompanied with a lovely restaurant, events, functions, covered rooftop beer garden, a large TAB for gambling, bottle shop until 1:00 AM and meals available seven days in Richmond Melbourne from 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM. The Rising Sun Richmond was established in the mid 1800’s. Having celebrated the 150th year as a licensed hotel last year. Similarly, celebrating 20 years as our home since the hotel was purchased in 2000. With a new 20 year lease recently signed, this pub and the Riser community family aren’t going anywhere.

Pho 55

Address: 55 Glenferrie Rd, Malvern, VIC 3144
Pho 55
$$
Pho 55 serves authentic Vietnamese food in the heart of Malvern. Pho 55 is an exceptionally clean & modern environment, consistently striving to provide fast & friendly service to our customers. Pho 55 welcome the community, family & friends to enjoy delicious Vietnamese dining, made with fresh ingredients & aromatic herbs & spices grown from our very own garden with love. We offer quick and easy takeaway as well as dine in. Our menu offers an extensive range of enticing entrees, mains & desserts, suitable for a wide range of paletes & catering for dietary needs.

The Espressonist

Address: 108 River Esplanade, Docklands, 3008
The Espressonist
$$
Serving specialty coffee and a contemporary brunch menu seven days a week, in a beautiful bespoke art inspired space nestled on the Yarra river not far from the South Wharf food precinct. Our signature dish for brunch is our chorizo and hash brown benedict, but equally as inviting are many of our other options including Soft Shell Crab tacos, Smashed Avocado with charred corn salad and more. We also have some great quick takeaway options such as our superfood salad, our sweet chilli chicken wrap and our Reuben sando.

Rick's Place

Address: 507 Macaulay Rd, Kensington, VIC 3031
Rick's Place
$$$
We are an Italian/Modern Australian Seafood restaurant with a wide choice of vegetarian meals along with vegan options, we are a cocktail and wine Bar, we stock non alcoholic spirits, wine and beer for non drinkers.

Bendi Diner

Address: 125 Johnston St, Collingwood, VIC 3066
Bendi Diner
$$
Food - Booze - Gigs Situated in the heart of Collingwood **STRICTLY 18+** KITCHEN OPEN THU - SUN 5:00-9:00pm BAR & BEER GARDEN OPEN TILL LATE! Please note: we will be adhering to the Covid-19 vaccination directions as mandated by the Victorian Government. In line with the Victorian Roadmap, all guests will be required to show certification that they are fully vaccinated to enter the venue. Due to current COVID-Safe guidelines, we are operating under reduced capacity and have time and group size limits for bookings. There are three dining areas with a time allocation of 2 hours: - Beer …