Southbank area guide
Restaurants, bars, shops and events in Southbank
Melbourne's Southbank is dominated by the Crown Casino complex and its many associated bars and restaurants, such as Neil Perry's Rockpool and Heston Blumenthal's Dinner by Heston. Away from Crown, the suburb is almost home to Melbourne's premier art gallery, NGV, and the Arts Centre precinct.
Southbank highlights
Restaurants in Southbank
Long Chim
Finally, Melbourne gets a taste of David Thompson’s ribald and raucous Thai food… and it was worth the wait
Rosetta
Neil Perry is back in Melbourne and he's giving our best Italian joints a shake-up with Rosetta
Dinner by Heston
Salamagundy, frumenty and meat fruit: Mr Blumenthal's eccentric creations are here to stay at the near-perfect iteration of his celebrated London restaurant
Rockpool Bar & Grill
Expense? There’s no escaping the fact: Rockpool Bar & Grill will cost you. But, eight years down the track, it remains one of Melbourne’s best – and most reliable – dining experiences
Bars in Southbank
Fatto Bar and Cantina
Located on the terrace at Hamer Hall, Fatto offers simple Italian dishes for lunch and dinner with spectacular views of the Yarra River.
Hotels in Southbank
The Langham
When you're after a classic luxury hotel experience, this riverside hotel with towering views of the city is for you
Crown Towers
Looking for a romantic night away? Spoil your loved one with a stay at Southbank’s luxury complex
