How many hidden gems and local spots does Melbourne have?

Melbourne has 248 curated local spots and hidden gems across 4 different categories. Each place is recommended by locals and verified with real reviews.

What are the best Coffee in Melbourne?

Melbourne is known for its exceptional Coffee, with 96 options to choose from. Our guide features the highest-rated spots loved by locals.

Which neighborhood should I explore in Melbourne?

Northcote is one of Melbourne's most vibrant neighborhoods with 83 local spots. Melbourne has 4 distinct neighborhoods, each with its own unique character and hidden gems.

What are the best restaurants in Melbourne?

Polomaps has curated 78 restaurants spots in Melbourne, rated 3.5+ stars. Top picks include No22 Cafe, Panacea, 102 Uniq. All recommendations come from locals.

Which neighborhoods in Melbourne have the best restaurants?

The best neighborhoods for restaurants in Melbourne include Melbourne CBD, Collingwood, Northcote, Fitzroy. Each has its own character and local favorites.

Restaurants in Melbourne

78 spots across 4 neighborhoods, curated by locals.

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Looking for the best restaurants in Melbourne? We've curated 78 local favorites across 4 neighborhoods — each one rated 3.5+ stars by real visitors. Skip the tourist traps and head straight to the spots locals actually love.

Melbourne CBD

26 spotsSee all in Melbourne CBD →

Melbourne CBD

No22 Cafe

Foglia di Fico

Roule Galette

Number 12 Thai Restaurant

Bistrot d'Orsay

SUD Food and Wine

Dosirock

Embla

Trattoria Emilia

Scugnizzo Ristorante

Rosa's Canteen

Il Bacaro

The Hardware Club

Gasthaus on Queen

Salero Kito Padang Rose Lane

Thong Thai Restaurant Melbourne

Farmer's Daughters

Longrain Melbourne

Flower Drum Restaurant Melbourne

NOMAD Melbourne

Punch Lane Wine Bar & Restaurant

Sunda Dining

Bamboo House

The Moat

Nisa's Thai Street Food (Melbourne's CBD)

Khaosan Lane

Collingwood

Panacea

102 Uniq

Gum

Cinder

Pubcha

Glou

Commis

Wheat, Wine & Whisky

The CODE pizza bar

Orlo

Shusai Mijo

SAVANNA AFRICAN RESTAURANT

Flint

Shop Ramen

Marquis of Lorne

The Gem Bar and Dining

Goldy's! Tavern

Akasiro

IDES

Smith St Bistrot

Paradise Alley

TONKIN

Caz Reitop's Dirty Secrets

Maha North

Sixty Smith

Norma Fitzroy

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Northcote

Ruckers Hill

Sideshow Burgers and Cafe Northcote

VEX

Cuppa Turca Dondurma & Kunefe

Brother Bon - Your Local Vegan Restaurant in Northcote

MESOB

Va Penne

Hanami Izakaya

Haru Dining

Ginger & Chives

BOMBAY BENTO

Wesley Anne

Tahina

Sweet Salt - Gluten Free Eatery

Zsa’s Bar & Bistroteca

Estelle

Inthanon Thai Restaurant

Fitzroy

Chicano Taqueria

Farro Pizzeria Fitzroy

Bar Liberty

Marion Wine Bar

Cutler

The Rose Street Artists’ Market