Best Date Night Restaurants in South Wharf

259 restaurants available nearby

1. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3126)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 78 times today

Hochi Mama was the God Mother of all aspiring street artists and rappers in the early nineties. An immigrant in the big city, she hosted underground art shows along with rap battles for the rejects; a place where you could just be at home, but with family. The whole crew was always welcome, the more the merrier, and she was well renowned for creating innovative dishes using the original famous dishes from her home country, and plenty of booze, in her spacious and homey warehouse.This cheeky, vibrant and buzzing Vietnamese Fusion venue is one for your to-do list. Boasting a killer menu and a super cool vibe, this place is known for a cocktail, feast or an intimate date night.

2. Kiss & Tell

4.6

Exceptional(470)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 23 times today

Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.

3. Salted Egg

4.5

Awesome(550)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 7 times today

With a menu dominated by the flavours of Thailand, Executive Chef Adam Woodfield (ex-Chin Chin) and his team present dishes full of the richness of their origins such as Twice Cooked Pork Belly, Kao Soi Chicken Curry, Two Rice Fried Rice and Coconut Braised Beef.Salted Egg is a cosy yet lively space in the New York end of the Melbourne CBD, perfect for date nights, celebrations of all types or even just a place to hide away with some soul-nourishing food. We always recommend a visit to our sister 27 stories above too, The Q Rooftop Bar for pre (and after) dinner cocktails...

4. Trattoria Emilia

4.8

Exceptional(1243)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 17 times today

Trattoria Emilia is a charming Italian restaurant in Melbourne CBD, renowned for its authentic flavors and exceptional service. Reviewers consistently praise the fantastic ambience, excellent food, and attentive service, describing it as a perfect spot for a romantic date or an intimate dinner. One reviewer even celebrated their wedding anniversary here, suggesting it's a place for special occasions. The restaurant's overall ratings are consistently high, with a focus on its great atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent food and service.

5. Meatmaiden

4.6

Exceptional(1334)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 29 times today

Meatmaiden is one hell of a steakhouse. Bringing you the best barbecue and grill in Melbourne, our large and energetic basement restaurant and bar and down-to-earth staff make us the perfect CBD venue for intimate dinners, work lunches, special occasions or functions.We're part steakhouse, part smokehouse - with a unique and eclectic mix of premium steaks and smoked meats. We've been fine-tuning that approach for the last ten years to bring you the best meat around - dry-ageing select local cuts like O'Connor rib eye, tending the fire to smoke grass-fed short ribs over ironbark and pairing with signature dishes like our lobster mac cheese.Our carefully-curated wine list focuses on some great Australian winemakers, with six taps of craft beer and quirky cocktails completing the line up.You will find Meatmaiden on Little Collins St - walking distance from Flinders St Station and Parliament Station, the MCG and Rod Laver Arena and entertainment venues s

6. Maven by Morgan

4.7

Exceptional(96)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 20 times today

Step into Maven, Fitzroy's lively and stylish dining spot by Morgan Hipworth. Enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dishes designed for sharing, alongside innovative cocktails in a relaxed and buzzing atmosphere. Whether for a casual night out or a special occasion, Maven offers memorable moments over great food and drinks.

7. Serai Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(588)

Price: Very Expensive

• Filipino • Melbourne CBD

Booked 23 times today

When Ross Magnaye and Shane Stafford started Serai, their vision was to create a restaurant that would fit perfectly in the heart of the Philippines. To replicate the spirit, vitality, passion and sense of fun, they knew Serai would become a home from home for our diners.At our restaurant, right in the heart of Melbourne, you can watch the chefs prepare and fresh food daily in our open kitchen at the chef’s omakase table or relax in the restaurant and bar with a glass of our hand picked, vin naturel selections or signature cocktails.

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8. Blacksmith Bar and Grill

4.7

Exceptional(217)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Melbourne CBD

Booked 5 times today

Contemporary Australian grill with a great view.Join us, overlooking Melbourne's city skyline at our relaxed and modern Australian bar and grill. The perfect spot for a memorable dinner date, a delicious wine or a small, lively gathering with a group of friends. Experience impressive views and a feast of fire-cooked, locally sourced food where our steak is the main event.

9. Cha Ching

4.5

Awesome(399)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 45 times today

Cha Ching is the perfect spot for a date night. Reviews rave about its unique Asian fusion dishes and inviting ambiance, with one guest specifically mentioning their Valentine's Day set menu. The restaurant's innovative food options, brilliant cocktails, and attentive service create a memorable dining experience. Plus, its affordable pricing makes it a value-packed date night.

10. Dom's Social Club

4.8

Exceptional(207)

Price: Moderate

• Continental • Melbourne CBD

Booked 13 times today

Doms is a no frills, 3 level pizza wonderland from the crew that bought you Peaches, Cheek, Dexter & Takeaway Pizza. GOOD PIZZA, GOOD WINES, GOOD TIMES. Level 1 - Pizzeria/Restaurant Level 2 - Pool RoomLevel 3 - Walk-in Outdoor Rooftop BarFood is available on all 3 levels 🍕 Dining at Doms - It's old school and inviting. A menu of slow fermented wood fired sourdough pizza, alongside tasty snacks and a very deep wine list. The perfect venue for that date, that birthday, that catch up. Social, familiar, honest and good. Hot tip: drink Lambrusco, eat the salami! Please note unfortunately we do not have disabled access.

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Alicja
Nottingham/Nottinghamshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing service and food. The restaurant was full and yet our food came out quickly and the waitress was always nearby to clear the finished plates, replace water or refill wine. Excellent service!
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Kiss & TellPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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fred
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent from beginning to end. The feed me option is excellent value. All three cocktails I tried were fantastic and well balanced enough to not give you indigestion like some strong overly sweet ones. The sandstorm chicken was a standout and will have me coming back again for sure. Well done. The only critique I could give is that they were too efficient and the food came out pretty fast, that it felt like the whole meal was over too soon.
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Suzie QPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Windsor
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4.6
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Josh
South Australia •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
If you're even in Melbourne for a holiday or a local, you're life won't feel as fulfilling until you've experienced Meatmaiden, I can't make this up! The food was impeccable, the service was amazing, and the atmosphere is second to none. If I could afford it, I would go every night.
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MeatmaidenPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Jack
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food, ambience, and service was fantastic! We opted for the Feed Me Menu and it was more than enough food for the two of us, highly recommend the curry, and dumplings!
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Cha ChingPrice: Expensive• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.5
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Emma
Victoria •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Amazing food, great vibe, very good value for money.
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Hochi Mama CBDPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6

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259 restaurants available nearby

1. Hochi Mama CBD

2. Kiss & Tell

3. Salted Egg

4. Trattoria Emilia

5. Meatmaiden

6. Maven by Morgan

7. Serai Kitchen

8. Blacksmith Bar and Grill

9. Cha Ching

10. Dom's Social Club

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