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The Carlton Wine Room
Price: Expensive•European•4.8(834)Carlton Wine Room is a neighbourhood restaurant offering a well-executed, fresh, seasonal food menu, and an ever changing, diverse wine list featuring the best of Italy, Australia and the rest of the World. We offer a bar space, an upstairs restaurant dining room and three unique spaces that are can be booked for private dining perfect for special events.
RESERVATIONS: are for a two hour sitting. We do not accept bookings for drinks and snacks, however we accept walk-ins for this if space permits. A surcharge of up to 1.2% applies to credit card transactions. A surcharge of 10% applies on Sundays and 15% on Public Holidays.
OUTSIDE SEATING: please note this is subject to the weather and we may not be able to move your reservation inside in the case of bad weather.
CANCELLATION: A $50 per person no show fee is charged for failing to attend your reservation. Contact us on 9347 2626 to make changes or cancel your reservation.Green Man's Arms Bar and Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Australian•4.8(22)Green Man's Arms is a cozy, eco-conscious pub nestled on Lygon Street, Carlton.
Specializing in vegetarian and vegan cuisine, this venue champions local, seasonal produce in every dish. Signature items include their crispy eggplant parma and freshly baked flatbreads, making it a hotspot for plant-based food lovers.
The drink menu showcases a wide range of locally brewed craft beers, ciders, and natural wines, perfectly complementing the sustainable ethos of the venue.
Beyond the food, Green Man’s Arms is a hub for community engagement with regular trivia nights, live music, and events focused on environmental awareness.
The warm, laid-back vibe and intimate setting make it the perfect place to relax, share a meal, and enjoy good company.
Green Man's Arms offers a unique dining experience that’s as good for the soul as it is for the planet.
Paris Go
Price: Expensive•French•4.8(131)If you are looking for a little corner of France in Melbourne then you need to pay a visit to our French Restaurant, Paris Go. We are considered as the best traditional French Bistro in Melbourne. Our Chef/Owner is proud to present a menu that is packed with the very best French Restaurant dishes. When you arrive, you will be met by our friendly, knowledgeable staff. We are fully licensed and accept B.Y.O for Wine and Champagne only.Donnini's
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(646)Donnini's is a generational Italian eatery with a sincere focus on handmade pasta, real food, generous hospitality & well sourced wines.
Family owned and operated DONNINI'S relaxed atmosphere and honest approach to traditional cooking provides the perfect environment for family get-togethers, intimate dinners and business lunches alike.
D.O.C Osteria Carlton
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.5(39)D.O.C is real Italian eating and age old simplicity refreshed with contemporary flair. A celebration of heritage. A joy in sharing. Authentic, exuberant and outrageously Italian.Abla's
Price: Expensive•Lebanese•4.7(26)Abla Amad was born in Lebanon and arrived in Australia in 1954 at the age of nineteen. In 1979 at the urging of friends and family she opened Abla’s, a restaurant that has become a Melbourne institution.
Ever since it opened, diners have returned time and again to experience her special brand of traditional, homemade Lebanese food.
For Abla it is a cuisine that can only be made from the heart – that’s why she is widely regarded as ‘the queen of Lebanese cooking’.
BYO is now available on Thursdays - We fill up quickly so be sure to book!
Cafe Cavallino
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(133)Gino Francese opened his first restaurant in 1971 in Melbourne, Australia. The restaurant was an instant success because of its authentic Italian Pizza, Pasta, Seafood, Steak and friendly service. Cafe Cavallino is owned by Gino Francese. Cafe Cavallino will continue serving the same traditional Italian style cuisine that has been done so by the Francese family for the past 43 years. Cafe Cavallino provides one of the largest alfresco seating areas in Melbourne, to give you the true dining experience and atmosphere of Lygon Street. The Cafe Cavallino mission is to continue serving you with the freshest food within the cleanest environment. Gino Francese has built an excellent reputation for his traditional Italian homestyle cuisine and friendly atmosphere that stands strong today.Johnny's Green Room
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.2(97)Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.
Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.
Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.
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- OTOpenTable DinerMelbourne •3 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat food and service Thanks for a beautiful afternoonMore infoD.O.C Osteria CarltonPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carlton•4.5
- OTOpenTable DinerMelbourne •1 review4.0Dined 2 days agoWas good night out Unfortunately the waiter spilled wine on my trousers.!More infoDOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar - CarltonPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Carlton•4.5
- DDeenaMelbourne •2 reviews4.0Dined on Mar 6, 2025As always the food was wonderful - Interesting and beautifully presented. The service team were excellent and overall was a very pleasant experience.More infoThe Carlton Wine RoomPrice: Expensive• European• Carlton•4.8
- MMarkMelbourne •1 review5.0Dined on Mar 1, 2025Absolutely amazing restaurant in Melbourne famous Lygon street great service and top food,such a great thing to see a family run restaurantMore infoCafe CavallinoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carlton•4.7
- JJacquieSydney •2 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 21, 2025Great vibes and so cozy in the dining room! Shout out to Grace and Massimo for awesome service and energy!More infoLeonardo's Pizza PalacePrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Carlton•4.8
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Healthy restaurants located in Carlton include DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar - Carlton, Johnny's Green Room and Paris Go
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Carlton are DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar - Carlton, The Carlton Wine Room and D.O.C Osteria Carlton
Bottomless brunch in Carlton is available at D.O.C Osteria Carlton, Johnny's Green Room and Humble Rays
The most romantic restaurant in Carlton is Bistra
Restaurants in Carlton with a great view include Johnny's Green Room, Regale and Copperwood
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