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Restaurants You Must Try in Southbank

Southbank's best tables

The Curator
The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from every review we track
10 spotsUpdated May 2026
The Lowdown · Curator's note

Asado's Argentinian steaks, Komeyui's omakase, handmade Mexican at Maiz y Cacao, Southbank restaurants worth visiting beyond the tourist strip.

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The Ten · Ranked

RANKED · AUGUST 2026
01
of 10
4.6
Latin AmericanSouthbank
Editor's note

Southbank's premier Argentinian grill where open-fire cooking meets impeccable riverside dining.

03
of 10
Verified by venue4.8
MexicanLatin AmericanSouthbank
Editor's note

Southbank's most authentic Mexican — handmade corn tortillas, Oaxacan classics, and cocktails that transport you to Mexico City.

04
of 10
COMMUNE WINE4.6
Modern AustralianSouthbank
Editor's note

Southbank's understated wine-bar gem — Yarra views, curated list, and zero pretension.

06
of 10
YARRA BOTANICA4.3
Modern AustralianSouthbank
Editor's note

Floating Yarra River bar where the view does the heavy lifting and the vibe does the rest.

09
of 10
MISS PEARL BAR + DINING4.5
Asian FusionSouthbank
Editor's note

Southbank's go-to pre-theatre Asian fusion spot — banquet menus, killer cocktails, and attentive service.

The Curator
The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from every review we track

The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from every review we track.

Restaurants You Must Try in Southbank · The Curator