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Gimlet’s Andrew McConnell to take over legendary laneway restaurant Becco, with big plans for the site
Melbourne’s best-known restaurateur is taking on one of the city’s most desirable sites, starting with a third branch of his cafe-grocer Morning Market.
- Emma Breheny
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After a troubled birth, Society has found its groove (and regained a hat)
It’s not all caviar-topped ice-cream sundaes and luxe seafood. Society has morphed into a very good restaurant.
- Besha Rodell
New $10,000 prize to open doors for rising stars of restaurant service
A brand-new Good Food Guide award will turn the spotlight onto the next generation of front-of-house professionals. Here’s how to apply.
- Emma Breheny
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Will this new hyped hotel restaurant meet Fitzroy’s high standards?
A boutique hotel has arrived in one of Melbourne’s most visited areas. Here’s what’s in store at its Thai-influenced restaurant, which faces stiff competition from its neighbours.
- Emma Breheny
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- Mount Eliza
The new Italian restaurant that Mount Eliza locals can’t stop talking about – with good reason
Dani Valent reviews Bau Bau, where regional Italian classics are reworked into elevated restaurant dishes, with impressive results.
- Dani Valent
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Legendary Lygon Street deli, restaurant and cafe set for extended closure – again
Despite undergoing extensive renovations in 2018, the Lygon Street landmark is about to be shuttered for another overhaul.
- Dani Valent
Six openings to gee you up for a Geelong trip (and a hatted bistro to visit before it closes)
Including a charcoal-powered steakhouse and a basement bar with house-party vibes.
- Tomas Telegramma
You won’t find bog-standard smashed avo at these three new cafes, and they are all the better for it
Start your day right at these newcomers serving brunch that flips the cafe script.
- Tomas Telegramma
Batch brew on tap, fluffy eggs: This may be the city coffee and brunch spot we’ve been waiting for
The coffee-roasting favourite opens its seventh location on Melbourne’s premier dining strip. And yes, it’s open on weekends, too.
- Tomas Telegramma
A drone delivered my latte, and it was not what I expected
Restaurant reviewer Dani Valent road tests DoorDash’s new delivery service, ordering three items: a hot coffee, a frozen juice and a toastie.
- Dani Valent
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- Southbank
This 20-year-old restaurant showcases Tassie, but its riverside setting is pure Melbourne
Pure South has matured into a great Melbourne restaurant: committed, consistent, creative and, in the right light, prone to making a person emotional.
- Dani Valent
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