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elcome to Melbourne

ContentAll about Melbourne ............................................. 1

Melbourne shopping hotspots ........................ 6

Get active outdoors ..............................................14

Landmarks & Attractions ................................. 22

Day trips ................................................................... 25

Nightlife ................................................................... 26

Entertainment .......................................................30

Dining out ............................................................... 33

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ll about Melbourne

The team at Coles is very excited to be welcoming you to Melbourne… and did we mention it has been voted one of the most liveable cities in the world? To learn more about this vibrant, multi-cultural, cosmopolitan city we have listed some key resources to help you settle in.

HistorySettled by white Europeans in 1835, Melbourne was first a home for the indigenous population (known locally as Kooris) for as long as 50,000 years prior. A major gold rush attracted worldwide attention in 1848 and a boom ensued, which lasted nearly 40 years.

It also gave the city its magnificent public architecture, gracious parks and opulent mansions. Established as the commercial headquarters and seat of government, Melbourne was the birthplace of Australian federation.

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ClimateMelbourne climate is temperate and variable with no great extremes and one of the lowest rainfall levels in Australia. It has also been known to have four seasons in one day!

www.bom.gov.au

PopulationMelbourne: approx 3.6 million

Victoria: approx 4.5 million

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Time ZoneAustralian Eastern Standard Time is GMT plus 10 hours. Daylight Savings is from the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March. There are several time zones in Australia. The West Coast is two hours behind the East Coast.

www.timezoneconverter.com

Tipping & GratuitiesNot required or expected in Australia – this includes taxis.

Exchange RatesOnline currency converter

www.xe.com

Emergency ServicesIn the event of an emergency, please dial ‘000’ for police, ambulance services or the fire brigade.

Local DirectoryIf you’re after a particular service or phone number try visiting or calling one of the following:

www.whitepages.com.au or 1800 810 211* (a free call from most fixed phones)

www.yellowpages.com.au

or 13 23 78

Local or National numbers: 1223

International Directory Assistance: 1225

Call Connect: 12456

Call Connect allows you to speak with an operator and be connected to the business or person you are looking for. As well as being connected you can also get other information from the White Pages® and Yellow™ directories, such as a business’ website or email address.

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Call 1234 for a personally assisted search service 1234 can provide you with information you need on the go such as:

• Weather forecasts, movie session times and reviews, restaurant reviews, sports results or if you just need an answer in a hurry, give the ‘find a fact’ service a try

• Directions – get to where you need to be with turn-by-turn street directions sent straight to your mobile phone via SMS

• Telephone numbers and information from the White Pages® and Yellow™ directories

• Other business information such as opening times or web addresses

• You can also access this information by sending an SMS to 1-2-3-4

• Optional through connection to a requested number is also available.

Melbourne Visitor CentreStop by the Melbourne Visitor Centre once

arriving in Melbourne. The state of the art

visitor centre offers a wide range of free

brochures, maps and event guides with

plenty of suggestions and friendly advice

on what to see and do in Melbourne and

Victoria.

www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/

Top Melbourne tourist websites:

www.visitmelbourne.com

www.thatsmelbourne.com.au

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“While Sydney is often referred to as the Los Angeles of Australia, Melbourne is commonly compared to New York: Its pace is more

bustling, and the boutiques have an experimental, artistic feel” –

Lucky Magazine, March 2008

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Melbourne CBD (Downtown) AreaThe Melbourne Central Business District (CBD) encompasses Melbourne Central, QV, Bourke St Mall, Swanston St, the GPO building, Little Collins St and much more.

Melbourne CentralMelbourne Central is a multi-storey shopping mecca located on the corner of LaTrobe & Swanston Streets. With over 300 stores, it’s a perfect destination for shopping, eating and entertainment.

www.melbournecentral.com.au

Store Directory:

www.melbournecentral.com.au/ torelist.aspx?urlkey=store_directory

QV BuildingQV is the heart of fashion in the city, with top national and international designers forming one of Melbourne’s finest fashion destinations.

www.qv.com.au

We may be a little biased but we think Melbourne has some of the best boutiques in the world. Below are some recommended Melbourne shopping hotspots grouped by area.

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GPO BuildingSituated next door to department store Myer on the corner of Bourke and Elizabeth streets is the new and divinely sublime GPO. A converted, historic postal office, GPO provides a highly sophisticated and contemporary retail experience and showcases some of the best in upscale fashion, luxury goods and dining.

www.melbournesgpo.com

Little Collins St, Howey Place & Flinders LaneLittle Collins Street and neighbouring Howey Place are home to some of Melbourne’s most famous designers including Alannah Hill, Bettina Liano, and Scanlan & Theodore. It’s also a great spot for shoes with Zomp and Giallo.

Bourke St Mall & Swanston StBourke Street Mall, located between Swanston St and Elizabeth St. is recognized by many as Melbourne’s shopping heart and is always pulsating with shoppers, buskers and city workers. Here you’ll find Melbourne’s two big department stores – David Jones and Myer, plus the old world Royal Arcade with its delightful mix of small shops selling everything from Russian dolls to lollipops. Melbourne’s spine is Swanston Street. It is home to everything from discount souvenir shops and cheerful teenage fashion to high-end jewellery stores.

www.visitvictoria.com

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Other shopping hotspots outside of the CBD

Bridge RoadIf you want to purchase the latest fashions at a reasonable price, then visit Bridge Road wherein lies some of Melbourne’s most successful retail outlet stores.

How to get there: From the city, take the number 48 or 75 tram from Flinders Street to Bridge Road. Conversely, one can also take an unhurried walk along Flinders Street and Wellington Parade, past the MCG and on to Bridge Road.

www.bridgerd.com.au

www.visitvictoria.com

Chapel St & Greville StA “fashion, dining and lifestyle” strip with a multicultural flavour. This precinct has inspired a large number of stunning young designers to international acclaim and is home to Melbourne’s cutting edge fashion and designer gift wear stores, much loved by super-models and celebrities. Stroll up and down Chapel Street, and trawl through the side streets of Commercial Road, Greville Street in Prahran and Windsor to see the funkiest designers while perusing the eclectic mix of retailers and minimalist boutiques. You will also discover lounge bars, clubs, lively cafes and great restaurants that make for a great place to visit.

www.chapelstreet.com.au

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Chadstone Shopping CentreChadstone – the “Fashion Capital” – is renowned as Melbourne’s most pre-eminent shopping mall. Encompassing Australia’s best known fashion and lifestyle stores, two department stores (David Jones and Myer), and over 400 retail outlets, “Chaddy”, as locals like to call it, is the largest and most successful shopping mall in Australia. With the best selection of Australian and International brands under one roof, Chadstone is a must for every visitor to this fashionable city.

Some advice to save you money!

Be sure to take advantage of the Tourist Refund Scheme. You can claim a refund of the goods and services tax (GST = 9%) and wine equalisation tax (WET) that you pay on goods you buy in Australia. You must spend $300 (GST inclusive) or more in the one store and on a single receipt. The refund only applies to goods you take with you as hand luggage or wear on to the aircraft when you leave the country. For more information on the Tourist Refund Scheme visit:

www.customs.gov.au

Discounts: Overseas visitors to Melbourne are entitled to discounts of up to 30% from nearly 200 retailers. Collect your free Visitor Passport from one of the Customer Service Desks and have it stamped for endorsement. Make sure you bring some ID, like a driver’s licence or passport, confirming your visitor status. www.chadstoneshopping.com.au

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The Yarra River and Melbourne CBD


The “Tan” Track(located at the Royal Melbourne Botanic Gardens)

Activities: Walking, running

A 3.8km track that surrounds one of the world’s finest Botanical gardens and is right next door to the Rod Laver Arena (where the Australian Open Tennis Grand Slam tournament is played).

There are many great places to have brunch afterwards such as “The Botanical” and the “Observatory Café”. Also, if you have time be sure to take a wander inside the Botanic Gardens.

Location:

Birdwood Avenue, South Yarra

Victoria, Australia, 3141

www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/info.cfm?top=25&pa=1273&pg=1291

www.rbg.vic.gov.au

Albert Park LakeActivities: Walking, running, golf, driving range, swimming

Albert Park Lake is a great recreational site. Located here is:

• 5km running track around the lake

• Albert Park Public Golf Course (where you can go to a night time session at the 2 story driving range)

• Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (where professional swimming meets are held)

Location:

There are trams in Albert Road and Fitzroy Street and a Light Rail along Canterbury Road, with entrances from Albert Road (Melway ref: 2K G4), Queens Road (Melway ref: 2L B11) and Fitzroy Street (Melway ref: 58 B8). Ticket parking is available throughout the park.

www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/1park_ display.cfm?park=38


Melbourne ParkActivities: Tennis

Play where the champions play. Share the excitement of Grand Slam tennis and play on the same courts as the world’s best players at the home of the Australian Open. Located in the heart of Melbourne’s sport and entertainment precinct, Melbourne Park is an exciting venue at which to play tennis and enjoy the breathtaking views of the city. Racquet hire is available onsite.

Melbourne & Olympic Parks Trust Batman Ave, Melbourne 3000 www.mopt.com.au/ desktopdefault.aspx

St Kilda BeachActivities: Walking, running, cycling, rollerblading, swimming (in the ocean)

If you love the ocean breeze, take a stroll or rollerblade along the St Kilda foreshore, or rollerblades are available for hire.

An eclectic mix of cafes and restaurants are also in this area, so make sure you check out Acland St for cake, coffee and gelati, or the Stokehouse (a Melbourne icon) for lunch/dinner.

www.stkildaroad.net


The Pier, St KIlda Beach


Mount Dandenong Ranges, Victoria


Mount Dandenong RangesActivities: walking/hiking

Bushwalking trails criss-cross the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges region. Suitable for all levels of fitness and age groups, the best walking tracks can be found in local national and state parks such as Yarra Ranges National Park, the Kinglake National Park, Bunyip State Park, the Cathedral Ranges State Park and Warrandyte State Park. The Dandenong Ranges National Park has a particularly excellent (and popular!) walking track, known as the Kokoda Walk.

The Kokoda Walk is a very steep track walk consisting of 1,000 steps. Along the way are plaques depicting the lives of those who fought and died on the Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea in World War II. The physical effort required to complete the climb gives walkers a sense of the exhaustion experienced by the Australian soldiers following the trail during the Kokoda campaign in 1942.

Length: 5 kilometres Walk: 2 hours Track: Steep Start: Ferntree Gully Rangers Office Finish: One Tree Hill Picnic Ground

Along the way see tree ferns, and manna gum and blackwood towards the top of the hill. This walk is not recommended for those with medical conditions that restrict physical activity.

For more information on walking tracks in Victoria.

www.visitmelbourne.com.au


Get active – indoors

Gyms in Melbournewww.fitnessfirst.com.au

www.genesisfitness.com.au

www.ymca.org.au

www.re-creation.com.au

Spectator sports

Aussie rules football – AFLwww.afl.com.au


Home of AFL and Cricket The MCG, RIchmond


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Luna Park, St Kilda Beach

Melbourne is a city with something for everyone. From chic fashion stores to buzzing laneway cafés and trendy bars, botanic gardens to sports stadiums, elegant Victorian-era streetscapes to Manhattan-style skyscrapers, film and food festivals to galleries and opulent theatres, Melbourne has an activity and attraction that will interest you. Also just outside of the city are many stunning destinations. If you have the time, I definitely recommend doing a day trip to discover all that the state of Victoria has to offer. www.lunapark.com.au

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Melbourne CBDwww.skydeck.com.au

www.theartscentre.net.au

www.shrine.org.au

www.fedsquare.com.au

www.slv.gov.vic.au

www.crownpresents.com.au

www.melbourneaquarium.com.au

South of Melbourne CBDwww.melbourneindoorpaintball.com.au

East of Melbourne CBDwww.walktoart.com.au

North of Melbourne CBDwww.melbournezoo.com.au

West of Melbourne CBDwww.etihadstadium.com.au

www.waterfrontcity.com.au


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Phillip IslandJust 90 minutes’ drive from Melbourne, Phillip Island has earned its stripes as a “don’t miss” destination in Victoria, attracting more than 3.5 million visitors a year. Famous for its nightly penguin parade, big wave surfing, international racing at the Grand Prix circuit and a colony of fur seals perched on rocks – there’s lots of adventure to be had on this rugged island discovered by George Bass in 1798.

www.penguins.org.au

Yarra Valley & Mornington PeninsulaThe Mornington Peninsula and Yarra Valley are two food and wine destinations, both about an hour from Melbourne.

In the Yarra ranges is the Healesville Sanctuary. The cool climate is ideal for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.

The Mornington Peninsula is also home to popular wineries and may be your destination of choice if you enjoy a good glass of vino and sea views.

Individual and Group Winery Tours can be booked at the Tourist Information Centre located in Federation Square.

For additional information you can also visit the following websites www.visityarravalley.com.au www.morningtonpeninsula.com.au

Getting Around MelbourneMelbourne is well known for their excellent public transport system. With trains, trams, buses, and cabs you can get around pretty much everywhere without a car. For more information on Melbourne’s public transport system visit the sites below:

www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/GettingAroundTheCity & www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au

The Great Ocean RoadRecognized as one of the world’s most scenic drives, the Great Ocean Road follows the stunning coastline of Victoria’s south-west. Stretching 300 kilometers, the road winds along cliff tops, down onto the edge of beaches, across river estuaries and through lush rainforests offering breathtaking panoramic views at every turn.

Also visit www.gowest.com.au & www.visitvictoria.com for more info.


Highlights include the Twelve Apostles - giant rock stacks that rise majestically

from the Southern Ocean and are the central feature of the rugged Port

Campbell National Park. The Twelve Apostles are the remnants from

constant erosion of the limestone cliffs of the mainland that began 10–20

million years ago. Transportation: Rent a car or take a guided bus tour. One option

is Go West Tours, who have won the last three Victorian Tourism

Awards for best tour operator. www.greatoceanrd.org.au

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The Twelve Apostles - The Great Ocean Road, Victoria


Nightlife

Melbourne’s eclectic spirit turns up in a wonderful range of nightspots that pepper the streets and laneways throughout the city. Whatever your taste or budget, Melbourne delivers. From the super swanky to the downright cheap, night owls are blessed with a truly assorted bar scene.

Whether you want to play like the locals, catch world class DJs or are simply in need of a late night feed, the city will not disappoint. For an easy guide to what’s on offer, click on the links at left or check out our choices below. For more info visit www.melbournepubs.com.au


Melbourne CBD

Silk RoadThe moment you walk through the vaulted double doors you are immersed in a realm of floating crystal, Chinese silk and 16th Century European opulence. Visit the website for photos and history.

425 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000 www.silkroadoncollins.com

SECTION 8: Container BarLocated in a converted sea container, this unique watering hole in Chinatown is reminiscent of Melbourne’s dockyards and fits neatly into the city’s cheeky bar scene.

Tattersall’s Lane, Melbourne 3000

0422 972656

Madame BrusselsThrow a picnic rug on the faux-lawn and recline with a sweet afternoon cocktail at this fancy Bourke Street bar, which is run by a hostess named Miss Pearls.

Level 3 59 Bourke St, Melbourne 3000 Phone: 03 96622775 www.madamebrussels.com

Red HummingbirdThis lovely two-level venue features cosy space, comfortable seats and a rooftop garden. Sample a huge range of cocktails, or share Pimms and sangria by the jug.

1/246 Russell St, Melbourne 3000 03 96542266 www.theredhummingbird.com

CookieCombine groovy records, Thai food and a New York style beer hall experience. The dining area with outdoor balcony tables overlooking Swanston Street, make it a great introduction to the city. Be sure to book if you want a table. Super Hip.

1/252 Swanston St, Melbourne 3000 03 9663 7660 www.cookie.net.au

Belgian Beer CaféMelbourne’s Belgian Beer Café Bluestone, is an unofficial embassy of Belgium and promotes Belgian culture, beer and cuisine in an authentically Belgian environment.

557 St Kilda Road, Melbourne 3004 03 9529 2899 www.belgianbeercafemelbourne.com.au

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Richmond

HolliavaThe name Holliava is named after a surf break in Hawaii (pronounced Halli-eeva).

Opened in September 2002, Holliava was one of the first venues in Richmond to step out of “pub” and evolve into “bar”. Ever since Holliava has just kept evolving... the garden bar, the chandelier booths, the mezzanine and now, the windows.

36 Swan St, Richmond 3121 03 9421 5155 www.holliava.com.au

The Precinct HotelThe Precinct Hotel is many-faceted: whether it’s for a catch-up over lattes or lager, a sunny lunch on the deck, or a night of fine dining and live DJ sets, find your space in the crown jewel of the new Richmond.

60 Swan St, Richmond 3121 03 9429 1633 www.precincthotel.com.au

South Melbourne

Railway HotelThe Railway Hotel, serving quality food, beer and wine since 1856. Enjoy a meal, 7 days a week, in South Melbourne’s award winning Courtyard (Beer Garden) or in our restaurant by one of our three fire places.

280 Ferrars St, South Melbourne 3205 Phone: 03 9690 5092 www.railwaypub.com.au

Prahran

Boutique134 Greville St, Prahran 3181 03 9525 2322 www.boutique.net.au


St Kilda

The Esplanade Hotel (The Espy)For over 100 years the Esplanade Hotel has been Melbourne’s (and indeed Australia’s) premier live music venue. Since the early days of string performances in the late 1800s The Espy’s hallowed stages have been graced by the finest performers from around Australia and the world.

11 The Esplanade, St Kilda 3182 03 9534 0211 www.theespy.com.au

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Whether you feel like catching a movie on a Saturday afternoon, seeing a world-renowned

show or watching the ballet, Melbourne has it all. Visit the following websites for more information

on session/show times or to make a booking.

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Cinemas

Village Cinemaswww.villagecinemas.com.au

Hoyts Cinemaswww.hoyts.com.au

Palace Cinemas(Como, South Yarra & The George, St Kilda)

www.palacecinemas.com.au

IMAXwww.imaxmelbourne.com.au

Lumiere Cinemawww.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=3286

Theatre/Ballet/Arts

Ticketekwww.ticketek.com.au

Ticket Master 7www.ticketmaster.com.au

And don’t forget to join Platinum Play, where all Coles team members can get advanced bookings and discounts on your all of your favourite shows:

www.platinumplay.org.au

Melbourne Theatre Companywww.mtc.com.au

National Gallery of Victoriawww.ngv.vic.gov.au

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Aussie Lingo

CBD Acronym for “Central Business District” and also known as the “city”

VIC Abbreviated as VIC, Victoria is one of six Australian states. Melbourne is Victoria’s capital and largest city, with more than 70% of all Victorians living there.

Arvo afternoon

Barbie barbecue (noun)

Bathers swimsuit

Bloody oath! that’s certainly true

Bottle-o liquor shop

Brekkie breakfast

Cab Sav Cabernet Sauvignon (a variety of wine grape)

Dummy, spit the get very upset at something

Earbashing nagging, non-stop chatter

Fair dinkum true, genuine

Fair go a chance (“give a bloke a fair go”)

Footy Australian Rules footballG’day hello!

Heaps a lot, e.g. “thanks heaps”, “she/he earned heaps of money” etc.

Maccas McDonald’s (the hamburger place)

Mate buddy, friend

No drama same as ‘no worries’

No worries! Expression of forgiveness or reassurance (No problem; forget about it; I can do it; Yes, I’ll do it)

Rapt pleased, delighted

Ripper, you little! Exclamation of delight or as a reaction to good news

Sanger a sandwich

Stoked very pleased

Tea supper

Thongs cheap rubber backless sandals

Tucker food

Whinge complain


In terms of culinary delights, Melbourne is the capital of Australia! It is a melting pot of cuisines from all over the world thanks to its highly multicultural population and their love (or maybe even obsession!) of food. Here you have literally thousands of restaurants, cafes and coffee shops to choose from catering to all tastebuds, dietary requirements and even the fussiest of eaters.

In the city, you can enjoy afternoon tea in the genteel surroundings of a nineteenth-century hotel, watch and be watched in buzzing laneway cafés and bars, or handpick a bottle of Yarra

Valley chardonnay at the latest über-chic hangout.

Head out a little further and explore one of Melbourne’s specialist eating destinations – Richmond for cheap and cheerful Vietnamese dishes, Carlton for Italian classics, Fitzroy for tantalising Spanish tapas.

To find out more about what Melbourne has to offer your appetite visit:

www.yourrestaurants.com.au www.eatability.com.au/au/melbourne www.melbournepubs.com

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Cafés

BrunettiWhether you are after a traditional Italian meal from the restaurant, or an espresso and dessert from the cafe, this Carlton mainstay will meet your needs.

194-204 Faraday St, Carlton 3053 03 93472801 Entrée: $3-$19 Main: $14-$25 Dessert: $10 www.brunetti.com.au

Journal CanteenSituated next to the library, this cafe is an ideal pit stop before delivering sustenance in the form of excellent salads, brekkies, DIY rolls (select your favourite ingredients from a list) and blackboard specials.

306 Little Collins St, Melbourne 3000 03 96504399 Mains: $5.50-$12.50 (Payment is cash only)

Laurent PatisserieLaurent is gorgeously French where you fill find display cases filled with the finest French pastries and cakes.

Shop 1 Level 1, 253 Flinders Lane, Melbourne 3000 03 96541011 Mains: $3-$20 www.laurent.com.au

Richmond Hill Café & LarderThe Richmond Hill Café & Larder passionately provides locals with a range of stunningly simple food influenced by Mediterranean and French flavours. They also have a strong bond with all things bread, wine and cheese.

48-50 Bridge Rd, Richmond 3121 03 94212808 Entrée: $10.50-$17.50 Main: $18.50 -$28.50 Dessert: $9.50-$11.50 www.rhcl.com.au

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Fine Dining

BotanicalModern Australian

Sleek and stylish, this well-known restaurant epitomises South Yarra chic. The menu is sometimes rustic, but always as refined as their loyal patrons.

169 Domain Rd, South Yarra 3141 03 98207888 www.thebotanical.com.au

Circa, The PrinceEuropean, French & Modern Australian

Executive chef Andrew McConnell’s cuisine cruises the globe for exotic tastes. The food is only part of the attraction, jostling for attention with preening St Kilda fashionistas.

2 Acland St, St Kilda 3182 03 95361122 www.theprince.com.au

DonovansItalian & Modern Australian

Donovans is a popular Melbourne dining institution. Its interiors are designed to feel like a private home, the restaurant has full-length windows opening onto the beach. Choose from a modern mix of favourite dishes and an extensive wine list of Australian and imported wines and cocktails.

40 Jacka St, St Kilda 3182 03 9534 8221 www.donovanshouse.com.au

Flower DrumCantonese, Chinese & Seafood

Consistently lauded as the best Cantonese in Melbourne, Flower Drum is an icon of the Australian dining scene.

17 Market St, Melbourne 3000 03 9662 3655 www.flower-drum.com

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Grossi FlorentinoItalian

Located in the CBD, it is considered by some to be the most romantic restaurant in Melbourne. From the food and wine to the furnishings and cutlery, everything is of the best quality.

80 Bourke St, Melbourne 3000 03 9662 1811 www.grossiflorentino.com.au

Jacques ReymondFrench & Modern Australian

Set in a grand Victorian mansion and serving award-winning food, Jacques Reymond’s restaurant is ideal for impressing someone. The food may be described as mod-Oz with a French influence and critics worldwide recognize the efforts of this kitchen.

78 Williams Rd, Prahran 3181 03 95252178 www.jacquesreymond.com.au

KenzanJapanese

Popular Japanese eatery serving up traditional Japanese fare either a la carte or banquet-style. Worth brushing up on your sashimi cuts before heading to Kenzan! Gluten-free options including gluten-free soy sauce ensures everyone comes back for more.

Collins Place, 45 Collins St, Melbourne 3000 03 96548933 www.kenzan.com.au

Longrain MelbourneModern Thai

Thai food with a modern, creative and not to mention delicious twist! The seating here encourages shared dining and boasts a great cocktail menu.

40-44 Little Bourke St (Cnr Punch Lane), Melbourne 3000 03 96713151 www.longrain.com


MoVida Bar De TapasSpanish

If only all of Australia’s Spanish food was as tasty as those at MoVida. Here you’ll find both fantastic food as well a top notch Spanish wine list.

1 Hosier Lane, Melbourne 3000 03 96633038 www.movida.com.au

The Press ClubGreek

At The Press Club, the chef George Calombaris aims to recreate the traditional Greek food of his childhood and inject it with a bit of modern pizzazz.

72 Flinders St, Melbourne 3000 03 96779677 www.thepressclub.com.au

Rockpool Bar & GrillModern Australian, Seafood & Steak

Rockpool Bar & Grill is the place to come for some of the world’s best meat (including their melt-in-the-mouth Wagyu beef) and seafood, with prime produce rigorously sourced and lovingly handled to create some truly spectacular dishes.

Crown Entertainment Complex 8 Whiteman St, Southbank 3006 03 8648 1900 www.rockpoolmelbourne.com

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Other Restaurants

BluecornMexican

Come in and taste bright, fresh flavours of Mexican-inspired dishes in this hip restaurant. Bluecorn’s contemporary Mexican food is not so cheesy that you feel sluggish after eating. It combines healthy fresh ingredients and traditional flavours.

205 Barkly St, St Kilda 3182 03 9534 5996 Entrée: $12.50-$18.50 Main: $14.50-$24 Dessert: $4.50-$12.50

Curry Club CaféIndian

If the name doesn’t already spell it out, then the menu will: this place is a hub for all things curry.

396 Bridge Rd, Richmond 3121 03 9428 6455 Entrée: $4.50-$15 Main: $7-$14.50 Dessert: $4.50 www.curryclubcafe.com.au

Mr WolfPizza

This eatery offers a comparatively high-class selection of simple yet tastebud-tingling toppings for your pizzas!

15 Inkerman St, St Kilda 3182 03 9534 0255 Entrée: $7.50-$13 Main: $16.50-$25.50 Dessert: $6-$15.50 www.mrwolf.com.au

Oriental Tea HouseChinese & Yum Cha

Sip your tea and savour delicate dim sim in this restrained Anglo-oriental setting, where the dining experience centres around finely textured yum cha treats.

455 Chapel St, South Yarra 3141 03 9824 0128 Main: $4.80-$11.80 Dessert: $4.80-$8.80 www.orientalteahouse.com.au

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Riva St KildaChinese & Yum Cha

Waterfront decking and views of palm trees, a sandy beach and bay will certainly put you in a holiday mood. The service is friendly and efficient, and the menu is a successful fusion of Asian, Mediterranean and seafood. Great food, good service and fab location. Be sure to book.

St Kilda Marina, 42 Marine Pde, Elwood 3184 03 9537 2224 Entrée: $14 Main: $24 Dessert: $12 www.rivastkilda.com.au

Shark Fin HouseChinese

You will need to book ‘cos this place is popular. Its specialty is dim sum, with over 200 varieties on offer. There is also an a la carte menu available.

131 Little Bourke St, Melbourne 3000 03 9663 1555 Entrée: $6 Main: $18 Dessert: $6

Squires Loft City SteakhouseModern Australian & Steak

Tucked away in one of Melbourne’s little laneways, Squires Loft’s menu is dominated by a generous list of prime cuts of 28-days-aged beef. To complement your chosen steak, the walls are lined with bottles of wine - predominantly bold Australian reds, of course.

12 Goldie Pl, Melbourne 3000 03 9670 7317 Entrée: $10-$25 Main: $19-$70 Dessert: $9-$11 www.squiresloftcity.com.au

Tokyo TeppenyakiJapanese

The food is promoted as ‘live entertainment’ and it is truly theatrical, complete with kimono-clad master chefs who marinade, chop and toss the fresh seafood and gourmet fillets through the air to land dramatically on your plate or in your mouth, if you’re a good catch.

536 Chapel St, South Yarra 3141 03 9826 2375 Entrée: $10-$16 Main: $25-$40 www.tokyoteppanyaki.com.au


Other Restaurants cont.

WagamamaJapanese and Noodle

This UK-import noodle bar chain offers accessible snippets of the Orient.

11-37 Exhibition St (Off Flinders Lane), Melbourne 3000 03 9671 4303 Entrée: $5.40-$11.80 Main: $13-21.30 www.wagamama.com.au

ZingarellaItalian

You have to serve good Italian food to survive on a street where there are a couple of dozen other places in the same block serving the same food. This place does and it’s not over the top price wise.

189 Lygon St, Carlton 3053

03 9348 1414

Pub Grub

Bridie O’Reilly’s462 Chapel Street, South Yarra 3141 03 9827 7788 www.chapelst.bridieoreillys.com.au

Elephant & Wheelbarrow94 Bourke St, Melbourne 3000 03 9639 8444 www.elephantandwheelbarrow.com.au

Holliava36 Swan St, Richmond 3121 03 9421 5155 www.holliava.com.au

The Carlton193 Bourke St, Melbourne 3000 03 9663 3216 www.thecarlton.com.au

The London Tavern238 Lennox St, Richmond 3121 03 9428 6894

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The Pier1 Bay St, Port Melbourne 3207 03 9646 3990

The Railway Hotel29 Chapel Street, Windsor 3181 03 9510 4050 www.therailway.com.au

O’Connells Centenery HotelCnr Coventry & Montague Sts, South Melbourne 3205 03 9699 9600

Sweet Treats

Koko Black - chocolatierShop 4, Royal Arcade, Melbourne 3000 03 9639 8911

Other locations exist across Melbourne – please visit website for details

www.kokoblack.com

Haigh’s ChocolatesShop 7, Block Arcade, 282 Collins St, Melbourne 3000 03 9654 7673


www.haighschocolates.com.au

Max Brenner25-27 QV Square, 210 Lonsdale St, Melbourne 3000 03 9663 6000


www.maxbrenner.com.au

SugaShop 20, Royal Arcade, 335 Bourke St, Melbourne 3000 03 9663 5654


www.suga.com.au

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