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Critics’ pick

Kaprica is pure Melbourne, with high ceilings and white walls and simple wooden tables and chair.
Critics' Pick

Why this ‘pure Melbourne’ trattoria is attracting a new wave of admirers

The Carlton favourite has long delivered just about everything you’d want from a casual neighbourhood restaurant, says our critic. Now Gen Z has discovered its appeal, too.

  • Besha Rodell
Red velvet seats and timber panelling has helped transform a onetime bike shop into a rococo bordello.
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‘Glammed-up bordello appeal’: Peek inside the southside bar where photos aren’t allowed

Come for the stellar French wine list and stay for the snacks at this exciting update to one of the city’s best-loved bistros.

  • Besha Rodell
Peel back the lid of the chicken curry pot pie to reveal chunks of chook and vegetables.
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He runs a two-hat city restaurant, so why is this chef serving pies?

The new project from Lee Ho Fook’s Victor Liong appears to have “affordable, healthy, and quick” as its watchwords.

  • Besha Rodell
Clarence River baby octopus skewers.
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St Siandra

Sun, seafood and spritzes on the eastern shores of the Spit.

Spiced lamb cigars and chilli snapper with dips and salad.
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Teta Mona

Budget-friendly banquets and BYO.

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The Chifa menu combines Chinese and Peruvian influences.
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Casa Chino

Chifa dishes and more in a spacious courtyard.

Le Comptoir is a taste of France in Aireys Inlet.
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Le Comptoir

Gallic gem on the Surf Coast.

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Dar Teta

Heart-filled home cooking worth a detour.

Trevally ceviche is served with pistachio pico verde.
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Honcho

A fiery gem hidden in the hills.

The bar at Dux in Albury.
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Dux

Sleek newcomer for all kinds of nights.

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