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Editor's note
A packed Melbourne Greek institution for souvlaki and gyros, though recent service is hit-or-miss.
Where Melbourne eats
From Pellegrini's espresso bar to Ethiopian injera in Footscray, 20 restaurants, cafes and eateries spanning every cuisine and suburb Melbourne does well.
A packed Melbourne Greek institution for souvlaki and gyros, though recent service is hit-or-miss.
Fitzroy's beloved Mexican cantina — tacos, killer margaritas and staff who make every visit feel like a party.
Albert Park's American BBQ hub for towering share platters, smoky beef ribs and brisket.
Flinders Lane's buzzy Asian fusion icon, famed for its lobster roll and open kitchen theatre.
Melbourne's benchmark Argentinian grill — smoky steaks and tartare in a buzzing laneway.
Brunswick's beloved halal Lebanese institution - 30-plus years of kafta, shawarma and unbeatable portion-to-price value.
Swanston Street's Thai institution — $3.50 pork bone soup, pad Thai, nightly queues.
Melbourne's go-to Peruvian kitchen — bottomless pisco sours and ceviche on AC/DC Lane.
A 1950s Bourke Street institution where an unwritten wall-board menu and legendary espresso rule.
Flinders Lane's produce-driven institution pairing standout oysters with a walk-in wine bar.
North Melbourne's staff-grilled Korean BBQ by Queen Victoria Market — premium wagyu, halal-certified meats, no smoky-clothes aftermath.
Westfield Doncaster's hand-pulled Lanzhou beef noodle bar, fast-fired and consistently busy.
Springvale's high-volume North Indian institution, beloved for butter chicken, biryani and some of Melbourne's best gol gappe.
Carnegie's buzzing Sichuan hot pot hall — dual mala broths, free soft serve, weekend theatre.
Carlton's only Egyptian restaurant on Lygon Street, serving home-style tagines, charcoal grills and Om Ali.
St Kilda's late-night pizza bar where every pie gets a tableside blowtorch finish
Halal Manadonese eatery on Lygon Street, famed for tender beef ribs and generous portions.
Heidelberg's celebrated fine-dining Italian with chef David's handmade pasta and tasting menu.
Footscray's beloved Ethiopian table, known for a warm welcome and a proper coffee ceremony.
Port Melbourne's theatrical four-seasons degustation, where every course doubles as a show.
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