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Ophelia Westgarth
17 June 2026 at 11:56 am
Northcote
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Feast By Fire at Ophelia Westgarth 🔥 Friday nights are made for gathering around the table. Introducing Feast By Fire, Ophelia Westgarth’s new $55 shared set menu, designed for long dinners, great conversation and generous plates made to share. 🔥 Shared set menu 💰 $55pp 📅 Every Friday 📍 Ophelia Westgarth Expect a seasonal feast packed with bold flavours, hearty dishes and everything you need to ease into the weekend. Round up you...

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Boire
17 June 2026 at 11:56 am
North Melbourne
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“GOLDEN RICE” 🌾 28 June 2026, 2pm A collaboration project by Louise of Marion wine bar, Chantalle of Caretakers Cottage, Nac & Narit of Yang Thai. Focusing on giving back & paying it forward through Indochina Peninsula lenses. For our first pop-up portion, the profit will proceed to a Khmer not-for-profit organisation, “Mith Samlanh” - An organisation dedicated to Khmer street children. Super excited to showcase our first Khmer/Thai ...

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Disuko
17 June 2026 at 11:55 am
Melbourne
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Disuko: Melbournes winter pin-drop night - 6:24pm on 21 June Melbourne’s listening bars will drop the needle together this Winter Solstice. At 6:24pm on 21 June, venues across the city will hit play in sync for a city-wide pin-drop moment, soundtracking the longest night of the year with an hour of Victorian music on vinyl curated by Northside Records’ Chris Gill. Expect special activations, giveaways and a celebration of the culture that ma...

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Raya Melbourne
17 June 2026 at 11:55 am
Melbourne CBD
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Come visit our first social dessert pop-up at our favourite south east asian bakery at Raya Melbourne. low stakes. high vibes. sunday, 28 june ☕️🍒 come yap. come write. come eat desserts. come exist with other humans for a bit.

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Estelle
17 June 2026 at 11:55 am
Northcote
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Tuesday Steak Night Join us at Estelle every Tuesday evening for our special rotating steak night offering! $40 will get you the steak of the week and chips with a glass of wine to match. Our in-house butcher selects a new cut each week, so you might feast on a porterhouse with Béarnaise sauce one week and a Bavette with pepper sauce the next. ​​​​​​​We know you’re licking your lips already!

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Ophelia Westgarth
17 June 2026 at 11:55 am
Northcote
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$20 Pasta Nights at Ophelia Westgarth 🍝 Midweek dinner plans? Sorted. Every Tuesday and Thursday, Ophelia Westgarth is serving up $20 pasta nights, making it easier than ever to enjoy a bowl of comfort without breaking the bank. 🍝 Selected pasta dishes for $20 📅 Every Tuesday & Thursday 📍 Ophelia Westgarth Whether it's a casual date night, a catch-up with friends or simply an excuse to skip cooking, there's always a good reason for ...

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Studio Amaro
17 June 2026 at 11:55 am
Windsor
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Studio Amaro: Melbournes winter pin-drop night - 6:24pm on 21 June Melbourne’s listening bars will drop the needle together this Winter Solstice. At 6:24pm on 21 June, venues across the city will hit play in sync for a city-wide pin-drop moment, soundtracking the longest night of the year with an hour of Victorian music on vinyl curated by Northside Records’ Chris Gill. Expect special activations, giveaways and a celebration of the culture t...

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LB's Record Bar
17 June 2026 at 11:55 am
Melbourne
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LB's Record Bar: Melbournes winter pin-drop night - 6:24pm on 21 June Melbourne’s listening bars will drop the needle together this Winter Solstice. At 6:24pm on 21 June, venues across the city will hit play in sync for a city-wide pin-drop moment, soundtracking the longest night of the year with an hour of Victorian music on vinyl curated by Northside Records’ Chris Gill. Expect special activations, giveaways and a celebration of the cultur...

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Embla

Embla

Wine Bar, Restaurant
104 Recommendations

Tucked away on Russell Street in Melbourne’s CBD, Embla is a wood-fired wine bar and modern Australian restaurant that redefines casual fine dining. The menu celebrates seasonality and local produce through bold, inventive dishes, matched with a wine list championing small, independent makers from Australia and beyond.

122 Russell St
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

📞0455 122 121
02.
Gimlet

Gimlet

Restaurant
99 Recommendations

Set in the landmark Cavendish House, Gimlet blends vintage glamour with modern Melbourne flair. From oysters to wood-fired mains and martinis, it’s a place made for every occasion.

33 Russell St
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

📞61 3 9277 9777
03.
Caretaker's Cottage

Caretaker's Cottage

Bar
95 Recommendations

Positioned in a quaint spot in Melbourne's scenic surroundings, modern hospitality in a beautiful old cottage. Smart drinks, top tunes & fun times.

139-141 Little Lonsdale St
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

04.
Soi 38 Melbourne

Soi 38 Melbourne

Restaurant
85 Recommendations

Authentic Thai known for its Bangkok-style boat noodles and bold street-food flavours. Chef Tee brings real Thai energy to the menu — from rich beef broth to spicy tom yum — earning Soi 38 a spot among Melbourne’s best Thai restaurants.

38 Royal Ln
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

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Tipo 00

Tipo 00

Restaurant, Bar
80 Recommendations

Italian pasta bar celebrated for its hand-made dishes and warm, intimate atmosphere. Chef Andreas Papadakis crafts refined simplicity — from silky tagliolini to rich squid ink pasta — earning Tipo 00 a reputation as one of Melbourne’s best Italian restaurants.

361 Little Bourke St
Melbourne CBD
VIC, 3000

📞61 3 9942 3946

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