Guidebook for Melbourne
Shopping
This hidden gem can be hard to find but is worth the hunt! Located in the basement at 167 Flinders Lane it is like a treasure chest waiting to be discovered. There is jewellery by over 60 of Australia's very talented independent designers. Ranging from the quirky to the breath taking, the materials used range from paper, bone and plastic to gold and diamonds. e.g.etal is a Melbourne institution. Worth checking it out!
e.g.etal
150 Flinders LnThis hidden gem can be hard to find but is worth the hunt! Located in the basement at 167 Flinders Lane it is like a treasure chest waiting to be discovered. There is jewellery by over 60 of Australia's very talented independent designers. Ranging from the quirky to the breath taking, the materials used range from paper, bone and plastic to gold and diamonds. e.g.etal is a Melbourne institution. Worth checking it out!
Food Scene
Great Greek restaurant, noisy and fun. And in the same building if you're not in the mood for going too far. Or pick up delicious take away from here.
55 locals recommend
GAZI Restaurant
Great Greek restaurant, noisy and fun. And in the same building if you're not in the mood for going too far. Or pick up delicious take away from here.
Busy for a good reason! Just around the corner. Great anytime of the day - open seven days a week. Described as an 'eating house and bar' rather than a restaurant, this is a welcoming and relaxing place to enjoy Andrew McConnell’s widely acclaimed food.
200 locals recommend
Cumulus Inc.
45 Flinders LnBusy for a good reason! Just around the corner. Great anytime of the day - open seven days a week. Described as an 'eating house and bar' rather than a restaurant, this is a welcoming and relaxing place to enjoy Andrew McConnell’s widely acclaimed food.
Pastuso
19 AC/DC LaModern Peruvian food . Definitely worth trying!
Embla
122 Russell StWine bar with lovely food too.
Lupino
41 Little Collins StAnother fantastic authentic Italian Bistro
One of Melbourne's most renowned Italian restaurants It’s an old favourite institution that Melburnians are very fond of. (Enter from George Parade)
30 locals recommend
Il Solito Posto
113 Collins StOne of Melbourne's most renowned Italian restaurants It’s an old favourite institution that Melburnians are very fond of. (Enter from George Parade)
Down a little bar on a graffiti covered cobbled lane near the cathedral serving Spanish tapas and shared plates in a down lit room playing funky tunes.
Movida next Door istheir little bar (also with great food) further down Hosier Lane on the corner of Flinders Lane
203 locals recommend
MoVida
1 Hosier LnDown a little bar on a graffiti covered cobbled lane near the cathedral serving Spanish tapas and shared plates in a down lit room playing funky tunes.
Movida next Door istheir little bar (also with great food) further down Hosier Lane on the corner of Flinders Lane
Modern Indian restaurant just off Flinders Lane, down one of Melbourne’s iconic laneways, Duckboard Place. Known for vibrant Indian flavours complimented by an award winning wine list.
46 locals recommend
Tonka
20 Duckboard PlModern Indian restaurant just off Flinders Lane, down one of Melbourne’s iconic laneways, Duckboard Place. Known for vibrant Indian flavours complimented by an award winning wine list.
Another eclectic multicultural Asian eating and drinking space. Often easier to get in than Chin Chin. And they take bookings.
58 locals recommend
Lucy Liu Kitchen and Bar
23 Oliver LnAnother eclectic multicultural Asian eating and drinking space. Often easier to get in than Chin Chin. And they take bookings.
In many ways this Thai eatery is one of the most successful restaurants Melbourne has ever seen. It opened in mid-2011, with queues from day one. No bookings. The best bet is to arrive early, put your name down and head somewhere for a few drinks – perhaps Go Go Bar downstairs. You’ll get a call or text when your table is ready.
552 locals recommend
Chin Chin
125 Flinders LnIn many ways this Thai eatery is one of the most successful restaurants Melbourne has ever seen. It opened in mid-2011, with queues from day one. No bookings. The best bet is to arrive early, put your name down and head somewhere for a few drinks – perhaps Go Go Bar downstairs. You’ll get a call or text when your table is ready.
Another super restaurant by Andrew McConnell - Japanese, Korean and regional Chinese. Big open space with a great long bar.
109 locals recommend
Supernormal
180 Flinders LnAnother super restaurant by Andrew McConnell - Japanese, Korean and regional Chinese. Big open space with a great long bar.
Parks & Nature
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
So lovely for a morning walk. Not far away.
Essentials
IGA Xpress Flinders Street
84 Flinders St