When you book a stay at an RACV resort, you're likely not thinking of it as a culinary hotspot. But within the walls of the motoring club's Cape Schanck...
Food & Drink
Don't fret about where to eat this week – we've rounded up the best of Melbourne's restaurants, bars, cafés and pubs that you've gotta try
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Grill Americano
First impressions count, and Grill Americano delivers plenty of good ones.

Serai
Tucked in an unassuming alley a few steps from the bustle of Hardware Lane you'll find Serai, a 50-seater loft serving up Filipino food over fire. When ex-Rice...

Parcs
Nudging its way onto the bustling Little Collins strip in March 2022, Parcs (“scrap” backwards) is the little venue on a big mission.

Hubert Estate
The Yarra Valley winery and cellar door is set to become the region's newest must-visit destination.
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Above Board
Hayden Lambert is a former Time Out Bartender of the Year for his tenure at Bar Americano. He must have gotten used to close quarters at Presgrave Place,...

Her Bar
There’s a lot going on at Her, Lonsdale Street’s new four-concept mega-venue. At street level is Her Bar, a French-inspired all-day cocktail spot,...

The Everleigh
Who could have guessed that in 2019 the Everleigh would only just be reaching the height of its powers? Eight years of brisk business and weighty awards, plus...

Pearl Diver Cocktails and Oysters
Pearl diving is hard work. It takes a good eye, patience, and a passion for oysters. Coincidentally, these are three traits shared by Alex Boon and Pez...
Latest food and drink news

Anchovy in Richmond is closing – for now
The beloved modern Vietnamese restaurant is closing up shop after seven years, but it will be back

Moroccan Soup Bar is closing its doors after 24 years
Owner and head chef Hana Assafiri OAM will shut up shop at her beloved Fitzroy North restaurant at the end of June

Take part in the ARSC's annual Feast for Freedom
The Feast for Freedom gives you the opportunity to feast and give back to the community

This new Melbourne restaurant will transport you around Victoria
It's the first dining concept of its kind
Eat your greens: How to live sustainably

Future Shapers: Bruce Pascoe, the author and farmer who's reexamining history
Bruce Pascoe talks to Time Out and shares his thoughts on bush food agriculture and the future of Melbourne

Introducing the Good-Edi Cup, a takeaway cup you can eat
This biscuit cup is one step closer to saving the climate

Future Shapers: Katy Barfield, who's fighting food waste
Katy Barfield talks to Time Out about alleviating food waste, one dish at a time

This Melbourne bar plants a tree each time you buy a cocktail
Looking to drink sustainably? Look no further than Bar Clara
Where to eat in Melbourne

The 60 best restaurants in Melbourne
Welcome to the Time Out EAT List, our handpicked ‘best of’ Melbourne's food scene

The best cheap eats in Melbourne
Dine out without breaking the bank with our guide to 20 fantastic meals under $20 in Melbourne
Welcome to the Time Out EAT List, our handpicked ‘best of’ Melbourne's food scene

The 60 best restaurants in Melbourne
Welcome to the Time Out EAT List, our handpicked ‘best of’ Melbourne's food scene

The best cheap eats in Melbourne
Dine out without breaking the bank with our guide to 20 fantastic meals under $20 in Melbourne

The best new restaurants in Melbourne right now
Stay ahead of the crowds with our guide to Melbourne's new restaurants and cafés

The best burgers in Melbourne
The definitive guide to the best things you'll find between two buns

The best food trucks in Melbourne
It's time to seek out the best eats in your area. If you're sick of having your food delivered to you, you might want to visit your local food truck. Lower...
Where to drink in Melbourne

The best rooftop bars in Melbourne
There's something about drinking on a rooftop that is at least 20 per cent more fun than drinking at street level. So jump on those stairs, hit that lift...

Dog-friendly pubs in Melbourne
For dog owners, one of the hardest parts of a night out on the town is thinking about your beloved furry friend sitting at home alone. Luckily, these pubs let...
There's something about drinking on a rooftop that is at least 20 per cent more fun than drinking at street level. So jump on those stairs, hit that lift...

The best rooftop bars in Melbourne
There's something about drinking on a rooftop that is at least 20 per cent more fun than drinking at street level. So jump on those stairs, hit that lift...

Dog-friendly pubs in Melbourne
For dog owners, one of the hardest parts of a night out on the town is thinking about your beloved furry friend sitting at home alone. Luckily, these pubs let...

The best hidden bars in Melbourne
Wondering where everyone goes on Friday nights when the city comes to life? You could go to an above-ground bar like a schmuck, or you could find yourself...

The best wine bars in Melbourne
Whether you're looking for a bar in the north, south, east, or west of our fair city, Time Out Melbourne has got all points of the compass covered....

The best bars for first dates in Melbourne
You swipe right and hit it off, but then what next? Picking the right bar for a first date isn't easy; especially in a city like ours. With so many bars to...
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Di Stasio Pizzeria
Di Stasio Pizzeria
Di Stasio Pizzeria promises smart-casual neighbourhood dining with some glam touches
Botswana Butchery
Botswana Butchery
The renowned New Zealand restaurant is finally landing on Flinders Lane on May 24
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Beneath Driver Lane
Beneath Driver Lane
They’ve got the drinks on lock at this excellent bar in an old bank vault
Bar Margaux
Bar Margaux
A Melbourne bar by way of New York and Paris, Bar Margaux offers late-night perfection
Hubert Estate
Hubert Estate
A modern reimagining by the Ryan Hospitality Group takes this Yarra Valley stalwart to a whole new level
Gimlet at Cavendish House
Gimlet at Cavendish House
Opened in mid-July after multiple Covid-related delays, this Russell Street venue is Andrew McConnell’s first new venture in five years. But as you...
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A self-serve seltzer wall has been installed at the Provincial
A self-serve seltzer wall has been installed at the Provincial
Free-flowing Fizzer for all!
12 recipes of Christmas
12 recipes of Christmas
Leading local chefs and bartenders show you how to whip up dishes and drinks that will make your seasonal celebrations extraordinary
Get ready to party all night long at Melbourne’s hottest new pub
Get ready to party all night long at Melbourne’s hottest new pub
Your Friday and Saturday nights are sorted thanks to Sarah Sands Hotel
Enjoy cheese and bottomless drinks at this fancy Thursday supper club
Enjoy cheese and bottomless drinks at this fancy Thursday supper club
Get the gang together at the Smith Prahran for snacks and sips under a very photogenic wisteria
Score yourself a summer job with Australian Venue Co
Score yourself a summer job with Australian Venue Co
Paid training and generous staff discounts are just some of the fab perks