Melbourne Restaurants

For intimate dining, a banquette-lined 80-seat restaurant and two private dining spaces
invite guests to settle into more substantial items from the menu by Head Chef Geoff
Martin , including pasta made in-house daily and a considerable element from Marameo’s
grill.
Delivering the Italian aperitivo, the north-west facing terrace encourages patrons to while
away sunny afternoons well into the evening. Developed by Badr and Sommelier Tom
Maiden ( Jackalope ), the drinks list offers a dedicated spritz section, a wide range of spirits,
a concise cocktail list of elevated classics and house signatures like the four-month
barrel-aged negroni, as well as a 300-strong wine list.
Whether visiting for a good time, a long time or anything in between, Marameo will offer a
fresh and vibrant experience at the iconic Melbourne laneway site; patrons need only to
enter through the white door and let the fun begin.

The name Shakahari, incidentally, is the Hindi word for "vegetarian". For more than forty years Shakahari has been one of this city's most innovative restaurants.

Eschewing compromise, Shakahari has maintained a firm commitment to the two fundamentals of its cuisine: It is completely vegetarian and it uses only fresh, natural ingredients. Menus are changed quarterly to take full advantage of seasonally available fruits and vegetables and there are no artificial ingredients or colourants used.

Shakahari has pioneered other fields in its fascinating development. Beginning in the early '70s by introducing ideas from Japanese, Chinese and Thai culinary traditions. In style, Shakahari's cuisine has always been East-West even before this term became the familiar way to describe cooking which uses Asian ingredients and skills in a European context.

Today this restaurant's wide appeal rests on its expertise in creating meals which are light but satisfying, natural but attentively detailed in their preparation and presentation.

In keeping with its original Indian inspiration, the interior design of Shakahari's Carlton location uses basic village tones and simple furnishings. It's only indulgence are two magnificent cloth paintings of the 19th century Nathvara (Rajasthan school) and a series of the earliest devotional posters from the Ravi Varma Steam Press, Poona.

Whether it be high end dining in the formal Restaurant at the top of the stairs the bustle of the stylish Grill or the café society of the Cellar Bar, quality is the order of the day in this exciting venue.

“A Restaurant is the sum of many parts, like a home! It is not so much about the walls but more about the people those walls house”. ~ Guy Grossi.

Spanish with Passion

Bienvenidos to Basque Tapas and Wine – one of Melbourne’s best Spanish restaurants…

Centrally located in Chapel Street, Prahan, Basque is a slice of Spain in Melbourne, offering authentic Spanish food in a vibrant and lively atmosphere.

Souvlaki Bar

Unique Hidden Bar in Chapel Street Windsor

Hoo haa is a place where you can drop in for an afternoon drink, enjoy an evening of fine dining, enjoy a late evening cocktail with a friend or get the whole crew together and party until the wee hours of the morning...

Situated at the Windsor end of Chapel Street, upstairs, you'll find what we like to think of as the 'unassuming gem' in our little slice of one of Melbourne's most vibrant precincts.

CHILL Restaurant & Bar features an extensive modern Australian menu of fresh seasonal produce and succulent fine meats. CHILL offers a contemporary setting and welcoming atmosphere to suit any occasion, and boasts a full open kitchen so you can enjoy the spectacle of flaming pans and marvel at the chefs’ skills as they prepare your meal.

Cargo Docklands, from the team that brings you Berth. A casual & dynamic eatery designed around sharing & drinking by the water.

Harry makes regular trips to farms, markets and wholesalers to source the freshest produce available. Respect for the ingredients is a high priority. An understanding of flavour combinations that complement, not overwhelm, the best ingredients is a signature of Harry’s culinary creations. Beef and lamb is sourced from a local Phillip Island farm. Organically certified and expertly farmed, these meats are an experience in themselves.

Located at 209 Camberwell Road opposite the Rivoli theatre and just metres from the camberwell junction. Fiorelli has been operating since 1991. The philosophy at Fiorelli is simple - great food and excellent service in a relaxed and friendly environment.

At Bar Lourinhã, they believe true hospitality comes from the heart. Their passion is sharing their love of good Mediterranean food, wine and cherished memories.

Bar Lourinhã Upstairs is an exclusive space that has a brand new look and feel courtesy of the creative vision of designer Pascale Gomes McNabb.

The intimate room is the perfect venue for a celebration or corporate function. Designed specifically for birthdays, engagements, small wedding receptions and a variety of business events, the space can be whatever you want it to be.

Seating up to 40 guests for a sit-down lunch or dinner and up to 65 guests for a stand-up cocktail event, exclusive room hire offers complete privacy and the chance for your guests to experience the Mediterranean way of life.

They have a range of food and drinks packages that reflect the current menu and feature seasonal produce. Each package can be tailored to suit your specific requests and dietary requirements.

Yassas! Welcome to Kri Kri and the unique experience of Greek mezethes-style dining. Sharing mezethes or ‘small plates’ is an old and established custom in Greece. There is no entrée or main course as such, instead, one chooses from the wide variety of dishes on offer. Each dish has its own individual character. You can order old favourites, invent your own combination of flavours and textures, or ask your waiter to help devise a menu according to your taste and mood. The dishes will come out as they are cooked, with enough time for you to savour each and every one, and anticipate the next. So sit back, let the rembetika music stir your soul and get ready for a taste of Greece. Kali Orexi!