Melbourne dining
Omah’s
Melbourne restaurants, Melbourne dining
The name Omah’s is derived from the Malay word for Grandmother. At Omah’s, or Grandmother’s Restaurant, they offer both authentic hawker favourites and contemporary Malaysian classics, prepared with the freshest Australian produce. The restaurant’s interior and decorations are inspired by Malaysian tea houses and the teak wood furniture and bird cages have been imported from Malaysia. Dine in a stylish yet relaxed environment inspired by 1950s Malaysia!
Omah’s : 136-138 Rouse Street, Port Melbourne
Website : www.omahs.com
Phone : (03) 9676 9918
Scusami
Melbourne restaurants, Melbourne dining
Think Italian in Melbourne, and one of the names on everybody’s lips is always SCUSAMI. “With ten years history and one Chefs’ Hats in the 2005 Good Food Guide awards, this legendary restaurant continues to do Australia proud.” SCUSAMI’s menu features both modern and traditional Italian dishes, and features a unique Olive Oil menu. This together with an impressive Australian and Italian wine list keeps this restaurant at the cutting edge of Australian hospitality.
Scusami : Mid Level, Southgate, Southbank
Website : www.scusami.com.au
Phone : (03) 9699 4111
Punch Lane
Melbourne restaurants, Melbourne dining
Innovative, informed and at the forefront of Melbourne’s food and drink scene, Punch Lane is considered one of Melbourne’s leading wine bars. Located in what is now the heart of Melbourne’s theatre district, the building has a fascinating history as the city’s original police station, home to the vice squad and ASIO. The historic lane from which its name was taken, was the centre of Melbourne’s red light district in the late 1800s. Today, Punch Lane is typically Melbourne and has a strong and enviable reputation for its intimate setting, unpretentious food, extensive wine list, bar culture and personable service.
Punch Lane : 43 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
Website : www.punchlane.com.au
Phone : (03) 9639 4944
Ezard
Melbourne restaurants, Melbourne dining
Ezard is one of Melbourne’s leading restaurants located in Flinders Lane at the base of the Adelphi Hotel. Owner/Executive Chef, Teage Ezard, offers “Australian free-style cuisine” with the primary influences the cuisines of Asia, particularly China and Thailand. Diners are welcomed into an exclusive and intimate environment which is both plush and sleek. With an extensive wine list, Ezard offers a truly memorable wine and food experience enhanced by seemingly effortless, efficient service.
Ezard : 187 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Website : www.ezard.com.au
Phone : (03) 9639 6811
Fenix
Melbourne restaurants, Melbourne dining
In the Fenix restaurant, captivating floor to ceiling windows, suede chairs and white linen overlooking the famous Yarra River and natural surrounding bush land, allowing you to feel you are in the middle of the country, yet, only 10 minutes from the hustle and bustle of the CBD. Fenix Chefs Raymond Capaldi and Gary Mehigan are known for their fresh and exciting approach to food - a myriad of flavours and colours to leave you stimulated and alert without feeling over indulged. Nominated in 2000 as the No. 1 outdoor dining venue in Melbourne the Restaurant offers an exciting a la carte menu which changes seasonally. The cafe spills out onto a wide terrace, perfect for a weekend brunch or long leisurely lunch. The interior is light and open, it takes full advantage of the spectacular Yarra river views. Native bush filled with bellbirds, joggers, toned cyclists and rowing teams training along the Yarra. This is the tranquil yet active backdrop for FENIX. This hip café offers a combination of quality food and good service within a casual environment. Next time you are strolling, walking the dog or cycling along the Yarra trail, stop off for a refreshment, Lavazza coffee, light lunch or fresh pastry crafted by the in house pastry chef.
Fenix : 680-682 Victoria Street, Richmond
Website : www.fenix.com.au
Phone : (03) 9427 8500
Bar Santo
Melbourne restaurants, Melbourne dining
Bar Santo specialises in predominantly southern Italian cuisine, known for its simplicity and freshness. Bar Santo’s northern Italian chefs also add regional dishes to create a blend of regional home-style cooking with some well known Italian classical dishes. True Italian flavours from the south and the traditional cooking methods of the north combine to create flavoursome dishes that can be enjoyed in a friendly, casual environment with a glass or two of Italian wine.
Bar Santo : 7 Fitzroy Street, St. Kilda
Website : www.barsanto.com.au
Phone : (03) 9534 1236
Transport Hotel
Melbourne bars, Melbourne dining
Transport Hotel is the first new pub site in Melbourne in over 50 years, marking the coming of a new age in pub design. This multi level entertainment venue places an emphasis on organic meals and environmental design and offers patrons a vast selection of over a hundred beers and wines from Australia and abroad.
Transport Hotel : Federation Square, Swanston Street, Melbourne
Website : www.transporthotel.com.au
Phone : (03) 9654 8808
Jimmy Watson’s
Melbourne restaurants, Melbourne dining
Jimmy Watson’s Wine Bar - operating since 1935 and still an icon after seven decades. This is the home of the famous ‘Jimmy Watson Trophy’ and with a cellar list of over 1000 bottles, bar snacks and more substantial meals, this small and intimate bar and charming oleander-lined courtyard still draw the crowds.
Jimmy Watson’s : 333 Lygon Street, Carlton
Website : www.jimmywatsons.com.au
Phone : (03) 9347 3985
The Stokehouse
Melbourne restaurants, Melbourne dining
Reknowned as one of Australia’s few truly iconic dining experiences, the Stokehouse style has to be experienced to be understood. It is a culmination of the food, the wine, the service and the atmosphere all coming together.
The Stokehouse : 30 Jacka Boulevard, St. Kilda
Website : www.stokehouse.com.au
Phone : (03) 9525 5555
Interlude
Melbourne restaurants, Melbourne dining
Situated in the heart of Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, at the site of the former 211 restaurant, this restaurant has been relaunched by young British chef Robin Wickens. Interlude is an elegant, understated dining room serving finely crafted European food. Just what Melbournians like - a small, refined chef’s-own restaurant.
Interlude : 211 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
Website : www.interlude.com.au
Phone : (03) 9415 7300
