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Chadstone’s new Market Pavilion includes an overhauled Dining Laneway.

A food precinct bigger than the MCG is coming to this Melbourne shopping centre

Chadstone is about to add cult cafes, big Sydney names, a Brunetti and new restaurants as it ups its food game and moves away from “the fashion capital” label.

  • Emma Breheny
Big, and brash, and fun: The ground floor of Maison Batard.
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‘Eye-wateringly expensive’: Does Maison Batard stand up to its prices and hype?

Chris Lucas’ ambitious four-level venue is Melbourne’s “opening of the season”. Here’s our critic’s verdict.

  • Besha Rodell
El Manara’s chef-owner Amir Sayah has been a fixture of Haldon Street since 1989.
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Don’t miss the ‘Lamborghini of snacks’ at one of Sydney’s oldest (and best) Lebanese venues

Perfectly seasoned falafel and a mixed plate that’s extraordinary value for $26 are among the dishes that keep diners flocking to this spot that opened in 1989.

  • Myffy Rigby
‘Mina’ Padellino (pan-baked pizza) with white bolognese, rosemary, parmesan, finished with pecorino sauce and lemon zest.

Pan pizza is back, but not like you remember. Here’s where to find it in Sydney

Put aside your preconceptions about greasy deep-dish pies. The latest pan-baked pizzas are made from quality ingredients.

  • Scott Bolles
Linchpin Hospitality chief executive Terry Soukoulis (left) with chef and culinary director George Calombaris.

Chef George Calombaris opens new restaurant in Sydney’s inner west … and it’s not Greek

“Everyone’s been saying, ‘What the hell do you know about Chinese food?’” the prominent Melbourne restaurateur says.

  • Scott Bolles
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Gambino’s dining room, with its blue velvet and marble, is geared to special occasions.

Explosive pepper steak, date-night vibes, rooftop bar: Glen Waverley’s new Italian hangout

This new kid on the block wants to compete with the drawcard restaurants of Windsor and the city. And it’s got more than a few tricks up its sleeve.

  • Emma Breheny
“We’ve got open communication, respect for each other and patience”, says Le Tet.

‘To keep the dream alive, you have to be creative’: Restaurant roommates are surviving (and thriving)

Several Melbourne hospitality ventures are splitting rent and utilities to reduce costs, build community and reach out to new customers.

  • Dani Valent
Taverna’s menu is all about meze and large dishes to share.

Your February hit list: The hot, new (and unexpected) places to check out this month

Two new Greek tavernas, Chinese coffee, Colombian hot dogs beside a car wash … Melbourne’s never short on surprising edible gems. Here’s what we’ve uncovered lately.

Michael Tassis’ Dark Shepherd restaurant at Queen’s Wharf.

What happens to Queen’s Wharf’s restaurants if The Star goes under?

We asked a couple of operators. Here’s what they said.

  • Matt Shea
Babi Guling at Island Radio (pork belly version pictured).

Your February hit list: The hot, new and just-reviewed places to check out, right now

From Sydney’s hot new rooftop bar to the wood-fired restaurant from the team behind Bar Copains, here’s where to eat and drink in Sydney this month.

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