Best Melbourne Restaurants

Mart 130

Mart 130 is one of the best Melbourne restaurants for people who are looking for a quick, hearty, and reasonably priced meal. Housed in a converted tram station, it welcomes everyone from couples to groups and families with friendly service and a casual atmosphere, although you may have to wait for a table at peak dining times. Try the corn fritters if you want a real treat at one of the bet Melbourne restaurants.

Rockpool Bar & Grill

Rockpool Bar & Grill is one of the best Melbourne restaurants for its solid steak and seafood menu. It's the perfect spot for steak, tuna, prawns and other standard dishes. Just don't eat too much of the delicious sourdough bread beforehand or you won't have enough room in your stomach to discover why the tender, juicy cuts of beef and fresh seafood make this one of the best Melbourne restaurants.

Terra Rosa

Terra Rosa is a somewhat hidden restaurant, although you'll discover that it's one of the best Melbourne restaurants when you find it. It offers warm, attentive service, down-to-earth Italian food, and an extensive wine list. You'll enjoy the lively atmosphere, and you can even take some time out of your evening to play one of the board games provided to guests.

Moroccan Soup Bar

Don't let the fact that this restaurant is vegetarian scare you away.  You can't get a big, juicy steak, but you'll marvel at just how good chickpeas and lentils can taste when they're cooked right. The name might be the Moroccan Soup Bar, but there are plenty of options on the menu. Locals consider this one of the best Melbourne restaurants for take-out food, although you must bring your own containers, so don't be surprised to see them coming in with their own covered bowls. Start off with some pita bread and dips, but be sure to save room for the baklava dessert.

Hu Tong

Cheap does not necessarily mean bad, and Hu Tong proves that your bill doesn't have to be outrageous just because you're at one of the best Melbourne restaurants. Hu Tong serves Asian food, and its dumplings are the big draw. The only problem is that all the locals know it's one of the best Melbourne restaurants, and inexpensive too, so getting a table can be a challenge.

Lord of the Fries

Lord of the Fries is an inexpensive, quick-service vegetarian restaurant, but don't go there for the veggie burgers (although they are remarkably tasty). As the name implies, the fries are what make this one of the best Melbourne restaurants, mainly because you have 12 sauces to choose from. Who wants plain old ketchup when you can dip your spuds in Smooth Souther BBQ, Shredded Cheese and Hot Gravy, Spicy Mango Chutney Yogurt, or Belgain Mayo mixed with Ketchup and Onion? You might just discover a new taste treat.

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