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1. Grazia Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1036)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Glen Iris
Booked 65 times today
Grazia is a classic, authentic and casual Italian restaurant with a modern twist.
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2. Enoteca Boccaccio
4.7
Exceptional(321)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Kew East
Booked 16 times today
Enoteca Boccaccio is a romantic restaurant that offers an intimate and elegant setting. One review highlights the 'lovely service' and the 'warm and elegant place' which makes it perfect for a quiet and intimate night out. The decor is described as 'intimate' and 'cosy', contributing to a romantic ambiance. The restaurant is also praised for its beautiful and authentic Italian food, excellent service, and a good choice of mostly European wines, all of which make it a great place for a romantic dinner.
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3. Tesoro Gastronomia
4.6
Exceptional(328)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Balwyn North
Booked 15 times today
Deli-cafe by day, elegant-restaurant by night. Tesoro Gastronomia is a testament to the belief that a dining experience need not be fussy to be fantastic. The seasonal menu pays homage to our Italian roots, presented in a modern context, we explore Italian cuisine's greatest hits whilst taking advantage of the beauty and bounty of seasonal local ingredients.Tesoro exists to share our passion for the beauty and simplicity of Italian cuisine, and 100% of profits are either donated to local charities or used to sponsor the arts & events in the local community. As a collective, we recognise that our parents & grandparents sacrificed to give our generation the gifts of opportunity & prosperity; so Tesoro was created in their honour to pay their legacy forward.
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4. Albert's Wine Bar
4.8
Exceptional(191)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Armadale
Booked 25 times today
Albert's Wine Bar is a romantic spot with its cosy setting, soft lighting, and excellent service. As per the reviews, it has a relaxed and fun ambience, great food, and a fantastic selection of wines. The outdoor seating with heaters is a bonus for a romantic evening. Many patrons have praised the friendly and attentive staff, the warm and inviting atmosphere, and the beautiful setting in a quiet cul de sac.
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5. Sachi
4.6
Exceptional(42)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Hawthorn
Booked 3 times today
Sachi, derived from the Japanese word for happiness or joy, finds its roots in ‘umi no sachi,’ translating to treasure of the sea. This concept was conceived with the aim of delivering an unparalleled seafood experience, incorporating Japanese culinary techniques. We blend select ingredients often associated with fine dining into a more casual setting. Our team comprises accomplished sushi chefs, each with over a decade of experience in top Japanese restaurants. We’re poised to offer you our very best.
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6. Toorak Cellars
4.9
Exceptional(90)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Armadale
Booked 8 times today
Toorak Cellars is equal parts bottle shop and wine bar, located just opposite Toorak station on Beatty Avenue in Armadale. Our aim is simple: to source, acquire and serve the best wines we can find at any given price point, from Australia and around the world.We believe strongly in the idea that wine should taste like fruit and minerals instead of oak and alcohol. The wines we serve should reflect with great clarity the soil from which they were grown, and the four seasons that passed through that vineyard during a specific vintage.We serve a constantly changing twenty wines by-the-glass, or you can open any bottle straight off the shelf. We don't have a kitchen, but if you're hungry we do have some creative ways of feeding you.Great wine is for everyone, and everyone is welcome. See you soon at the Cellars!
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7. Clover
4.9
Exceptional(146)
Price: Expensive
• European • Richmond
Booked 14 times today
Clover is a romantic spot, with multiple reviews mentioning the 'relaxing atmosphere', 'cosy ambiance', and 'lovely date night'. The 'dimly lit and quite romantic' setting, along with 'excellent service' and 'first-class service and excellent wines' add to the romantic vibe. The 'extensive wine list', 'divine food and wine menu' and 'spectacular service' are also praised, contributing to a perfect date night.
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8. Cecconi's Toorak
4.6
Exceptional(153)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Toorak
Booked 25 times today
A lavish European dining experience, serving some of Melbourne’s finest Italian cuisine. Designed as a sister restaurant to the original Cecconi’s in Flinders Lane, our second venue brings a touch of luxury, refinement and ‘buonissimo’ to Melbourne’s inner-east enclave. Inspired by its heritage in Italy’s northern regions, and the masters of Italian design, our Toorak venue offers a modern evolution of classic European dining, with a strong Melbourne sensibility. A journey of intimate spaces, luxurious finishes, bespoke detailing and sculptural forms.Cecconi’s Toorak adds a contemporary touch to Melbourne’s culinary landscape, whilst maintaining the high-end Italian hospitality that has made Cecconi’s a Melbourne dining institution for more than twenty years.
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9. Love Letter
4.8
Exceptional(70)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Richmond
Booked 17 times today
Dear Richmond,This little restaurant is our love letter to food. It's our happy little place, where we get to live the joy of feeding people everyday. We all grew up in spaces that equated food with love, just like this place. Everything we have done here is deliberate, from the art on the walls to the produce we use. We've made a point of sourcing ingredients from some of the best suppliers in the state, making sure that our menu reflects what's in season. For us, this place is about experience: we try our best to make you feel both at home and 'out for something special'. Every plate that comes back wiped clean by someone who just couldn't get enough is a 'the hard work is worth it' moment for us. Matty & Tee From Love Letter, with love x
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10. Bansho
4.8
Exceptional(122)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Armadale
Booked 4 times today
Nestled in the heart of Armadale on High Street, Bansho is a sophisticated Japanese-fusion gem that invites you to embark on an exquisite culinary journey. Here, the timeless elegance of French cuisine harmoniously intertwines with the refined artistry of Japanese flavors, creating a dining experience like no other.Our menu is a celebration of both innovation and tradition, meticulously crafted with the finest ingredients from both culinary worlds. Complement your meal with our beautifully curated cocktail menu and an extensive selection of wines, designed to elevate your dining experience at Bansho.
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  • Anne
    Berkshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had a lovely table for 3 (the only other option was outside) & my other 2 guests were elderly. They did manage the daunting stairs & the lunch was perfect 👌🏻. Kirsten, Marco, Francesco & others provided exceptional service., no hovering around the table is a bonus, but attentive to our needs. The menu, both food & wine, were perfect- well done chefs. The fact that this quality restaurant is open on a Monday is also a bonus. We are visiting from SA & will send all our friends to dine here. Grazie mille.
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    Grazia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Glen Iris
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    4.8
  • Dinah
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Excellent small restaurant, food was delicious. Genuine Italian atmosphere. Service was friendly and prompt. We will visit again. Thank you
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    Tesoro GastronomiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Balwyn North
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    4.6
  • Gary
    Melbourne •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We took advantage of their BYO policy and brought along some top Italian wines. Many other diners had brought excellent wines in, too. The menu had many tempting items so the 5 of us shared many dishes, both small and large. We must have tried 10 different menu items, and each one was delicious. Great food to match our great wines. Service was very, very good. We had a wonderful dining experience. We will return.
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    Enoteca BoccaccioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Kew East
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    4.7
  • Irene
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 29, 2025
    Sophisticated, exquisite Japanese food. Great inventiveness and visual pleasure. It’s a knock your socks off experience, especially for those who only eat sushi and sashimi. Great value for the money. I took friends there who were blown away.
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    SachiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Hawthorn
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    4.6
  • Ruben
    Melbourne •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 29, 2025
    Fabulous wine opportunities. Food very tasteful and great variety. Staff super friendly and helpful. We definitely come again!
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    Albert's Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Armadale
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    4.8

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